Eircom dB30 User Manual

© eircom ltd. 2003. Registered in Ireland as eircom ltd. Number 98789. Registered office: St Stephens Green West, Dublin 2. Clarity and the Clarity logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. Printed in China. 12/03

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Importer:

Plantronics B.V. Southpoint Building C Scorpius 140 2132 LR Hoofddorp The Netherlands

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eircom dB30

AMPLIFIED TELEPHONE

Line Powered

User Guide

MANUAL

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FIG. A FIG. B

FIG. D

FIG. C

DIAGRAMS

DIAL

AUDIO

OUTPUT

P T

RINGER

RING TONE

Lo Hi

Off Lo Hi

A B C

G H

T U V

W X Y

J K

M N O

D E F

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HOLD PROG

TONE

FLASH

REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

AMPLIFIED TELEPHONE eircom dB30

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M11

LOUD

VOLUME

USE WITH CAUTION

DIAGRAMS DIAGRAMS

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

O P E

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

A B C

G H I

J K L

M N O

D E F

M11

M10

AMPLIFIED TELEPHONE eircom dB30

A B C

G H I

T U V

O P E

J K L

M N O

D E F

789

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

Q R S

X Y Z

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

O P E

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

O P E

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

HOLD PROG

TONE

LO HI

FLASH REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

AUDIO

OUTPUT

RINGER

RING TONE

Lo Hi

Off Lo Hi

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FIG. I

FIG. K

FIG. M

FIG. F

FIG. H

FIG. J

FIG. L

FIG. N

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WELCOME

eircom dB30, Amplified Telephone

www.clarityproducts.com

Thank you for selecting the eircom dB30, Amplified Telephone.

This User Guide provides you with the information you need to use your

eircom dB30 effectively

and safely.

Read this user guide thoroughly before using your telephone. Keep the manual near the telephone for easy reference.

The

eircom dB30, Amplified

Telephone

is Hearing Aid

compatible.

DIAGRAM KEY

1 Dial Mode Switch (Pulse/Tone)

2 Audio Output Socket

3 Telephone Line Connection

4 Ring Tone Switch

5 Ringer Volume Switch

6 Telephone Number Directory

7 Memory Buttons

8 Redial Button

9 Flash/Recall Button

10 Volume Control

11 Low Battery Indicator

12 Visual Ring Indicator

13 Amplify Button

14 Amplify Indicator

15 Programme Button

16 Call On Hold Indicator

17 Tone Control

18 Call Hold Button

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read the following instructions before use:

When using your telephone equipment these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons including the following:

Read and understand all instructions.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone.

Please ensure this product is disconnected from the telephone line cable before installing or replacing batteries.

Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Take empty batteries to a collection point for chemical waste.

Do not install or use this telephone near water.

Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during a storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

Unplug this telephone from the wall outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Do not cover the slots and openings on this telephone. This telephone should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This telephone should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

Do not place anything on the telephone line cable. Install the telephone where no one will step or trip on the cable.

Never push any objects through the slots in the telephone. They can touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the telephone.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not take this phone apart. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

Hereby, Plantronics BV declares that the eircom dB30 Amplified Telephone is in compliance with the essential requirements and all other relevant provisions of Directives 1999/5/EC and 93/42/EEC.

To view the Declaration of Conformity for this product please see www.plantronics.com/documentation

Class I medical device

When the Amplified Indicator (14) is illuminated, the volume may be very loud and in excess of 118dB (decibels). This mode is intended specifically for hearing impaired users.

GETTING STARTED

INSTALL BATTERIES Please ensure this product is disconnected from the telephone line cable before installing or replacing batteries.

To add extra brightness to the eircom dB30 Visual Ring Indicator (12), install one 9 Volt alkaline battery (included).

TO INSTALL THE BATTERY Fig. A

Use a pen to open the battery door (see instructions underneath the telephone unit)

Slide open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the telephone, install the battery, and replace the cover.

SETTING THE DIALLING MODE

Set the Dial Mode Switch (1) to T (tone) if you have touch tone DTMF service. Otherwise set the switch to P (pulse).

CONNECTING FOR WALL MOUNT OR DESKTOP USE

WALL MOUNTING

Drill two holes in the wall 10.2cm (4") apart adjacent to the mounting holes on the telephone. Use the correct screws to hang the telephone on the wall.

Fig. B Pull the handset hook out as shown in Fig. B and reverse its position so that

the hook points up and will hold the handset when you hang up.

Fig. C Insert the tabs of the phone base into the slots in the lower position of the

base as shown in Fig. C. Push the mounting bracket in and down firmly until it snaps into place. Position on the wall close to your telephone wall socket.

Fig. D Connect the Telephone Line Cable and the Handset Cable to the telephone.

If required, use the supplied adapter. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone.

The telephone is ready to use.

DESKTOP Fig. D

Connect the Telephone Line Cable and the Handset Cable to the telephone. If required, use the supplied adapter.

Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. The telephone is ready to use.

USING YOUR eircom dB30

INCOMING VOICE AMPLIFICATION Fig. E

Lift the handset and press the Amplify Button (13) to turn on the amplifier.

Fig. F You can adjust the volume of incoming calls by sliding the Volume Control

(10). The amplifier will turn off when you hang up.

CAUTION: Operation of the Amplification feature will make the receiver very loud. It is designed specifically for hearing impaired users.

Amplification can be activated by pressing the Amplify Button (13) the Amplify Indicator (14) indicates that Amplification is in operation.

By activating the Amplification feature you are choosing to increase the level of amplification that allows any abnormal event to exceed 118dB. This is potentially harmful. The volume control should be increased gradually to find the minimum level of amplification that is comfortable for you. Avoid prolonged or unnecessary exposure to high volume levels

IN COMING VOICE TONE

The eircom dB30 provides extra amplification at the sound frequency you need to boost. To identify the sound frequency range that best suits your needs, follow these steps:

Lift handset and listen for a dial tone.

Press the Amplify Button (13) to turn on the amplifier (refer to Fig. I on page 5).

Fig. G Slide the Tone Control (17) either right or left for maximum clarity.

The next time and every time you press the the Amplify Button (13), your eircom dB30 will give you the best listening clarity.

RINGER VOLUME AND TONE

You can adjust the Ringer Volume Switch (5) as high as 85+ decibels. The settings available are OFF, LO and HI, as shown in the main diagram on page 3. The Ring Tone Switch (4) has two pitch settings: LO and HI, as shown in the main diagram on page 3.

HOLD Fig. H

To put the call on hold, press the Call Hold Button (18) and return the handset to its cradle. You will notice the Call Hold Indicator (16) illuminates.

NOTE: If you pick up an extension phone on the same line when the eircom dB30 is on HOLD, the eircom dB30 will release the HOLD and you can continue your conversation on the extension telephone.

LAST NUMBER REDIAL

Fig. I To redial the last number called, lift the handset and press the Redial Button

(8). The telephone will redial up to 31 digits.

FLASH/RECALL Fig. J

Press the Flash/Recall Button (9) to access special Call Management Services e.g. Call Waiting. Call 1901 for information on how to access or check the Telephone book on Call Management Services.

PROGRAMMING THE MEMORY BUTTONS Fig. K

You can automatically dial twelve programmed telephone numbers using the Memory Buttons (7). Each button can be programmed (or reprogrammed using the same procedure) for a telephone number up to 15 digits long.

Fig. L To program a button, follow these steps:

Lift the handset and press the Programme Button (15).

Fig. M Enter the phone number on the keypad just as you would dial it normally.

Press Redial Button (8) if you want to insert a brief pause between two numbers.

Press a Memory Button (7) to store this number on that button.

Immediately hang up the handset.

NOTE: Any number previously stored at that button will be overwritten.

To change a stored number, repeat the programming process starting with Fig. K.

NOTE: Do not programme emergency service numbers into any memory button. DIRECT AUDIO OUTPUT Fig. N The Audio Output Socket (2) allows you to connect the eircom dB30 to a

hearing aid, neck loop, cochlear implant or other assistive listening devices.

To use this port, plug in a compatible auxiliary cable and connect it to your assistive listening device.

Speak into the handset when you use the Audio Output connection.

NOTE: This port is a TNV connection with respect to EN41003. Only connect equipment that complies with EN60950 to this port.

CONNECTING A SPEECH PROCESSOR COCHLEAR IMPLANT ADAPTER CORD Caution:

Before plugging any cord into your speech processor, you must consult

your implant manufacturer.

• Plug the mono end of the plug into the speech processor.

• Plug the stereo end of the plug into the Audio Output socket on the telephone.

• Speak into the handset when using the Cochlear Implant Adapter Cord.

OUTGOING VOICE AMPLIFICATION

The eircom dB30 can amplify your outgoing voice by up to 15dB. To use this feature, set the Outgoing Voice Amplifier switch to AMPLIFY located underneath the telephone unit.

NOTE: The factory pre-setting is NORMAL.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM

No dial tone.

Check all the telephone cable connections.

PROBLEM

Call cannot be dialled, or dials very slowly.

Reset the Dial Mode Switch (see Setting the Dial Mode).

PROBLEM

Visual Ring Indicator is not very bright.

Check and replace the 9 Volt battery.

PROBLEM

No number is dialled when the memory button is pressed.

No number stored in that Memory Button (see Programming the Memory Buttons.

PROBLEM

Call comes in but the telephone does not ring.

Check that the Telephone Line Cable is correctly connected.

WARRANTY

• The following 2 year warranty and service information applies to your

eircom dB30.

• Clarity guarantees the satisfactory condition of the equipment with regard to manufacturing and material defects for 2 years from the date of purchase. (Please keep your original receipt safely).

• This product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this User Guide. Failure to comply with these conditions may render the warranty invalid.

2 YEAR WARRANTY AND REPAIR SERVICE

• Products under warranty are replaced free of charge.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

If you need support in installing or using your eircom dB30 telephone, then please contact the Clarity Customer Service line on 1800 551 8966.

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G H I

Q R S

T U V

X Y Z

J K L

M N O

D E F

HOLD PROG

TONE

FLASH

REDIAL

VOL

AMPLIFY

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M11

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