Emerson EM1200 User Manual

ZK58701IA00-R
EM1200 IB
SIZE: 105 x 138 mm

OWNER'S MANUAL

Digital Answering System

Model EM1200

5/22-06

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

Microphone

Volume Control

System
On/Off Control

Announcement
Record/Check
Control

This carton contains:
Answering System
AC Adaptor
Quick Reference Card
Instruction Booklet/Warranty Information
Quick Set Up Guide

Power On/Battery
Low/Message
Indicator LED

Speaker

Stop/Save
Control

AC Power
Connection

Ring Select Control
(2, 6, TS)

Repeat Control

DIAGRAM A

DIAGRAM A

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water,
for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.

5. Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall causing serious
damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and
the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation, to protect from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.

7. This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your dealer or local
power company.

8. Never push objects of any kind into
this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage

points or short out parts that could
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.

9. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble this product, but
take it to a qualified serviceman when
some service or repair is required.
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.

10. Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following
conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the
product.
C. If the product has been exposed to
rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate
normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating
instructions because improper
adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to
normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance.

11. Avoid using a telephone(other than

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

(Cont.)

a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of
electric shock from lightning.

12. Do not use the telephone to report a
gas leak in the vicinity of a leak.

13. Do not allow anything to rest on
power cord. Do not locate this product

where the cord will be abused by
persons walking on it.

14. Do not dispose of the battery(ies)
in a fire. The cell may explode. Check
with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION

To Reduce the risk of Fire or Injury to
Persons, Read and Follow these
instructions.

1. Use alkaline battery(ies) of size
indicated in the battery compartment.

2. Do not open or mutilate the
battery(ies). Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause damage to
the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.

3. Exercise care in handling batteries
in order not to short the battery with
conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause
burns.

4. Do not attempt to recharge the
battery(ies) provided or identified for
use with this product. The batteries may
leak corrosive electrolyte or explode.

5. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the
battery(ies) provided with or identified
for use with this product by heating
them. Sudden release of the battery
electrolyte may occur causing burns or
irritation to the eyes or skin.

6. When replacing batteries, all
batteries should be replaced at the
same time. Mixing fresh and
discharged batteries could increase
internal cell pressure and rupture the
discharged battery(ies). (Applies to
product employing more than one
separately replaceable primary battery).

7. When inserting batteries into this
product, the proper polarity or direction
must be observed. Reverse insertion
of batteries can cause charging, and
that may result in leakage or
explosions. (Applies to product
employing more than one separately
replaceable primary battery).

8. Remove the batteries from this
product if the product will not be used

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CAUTION

(Cont.)

for a long period of time (several
months or more) since during this time
the battery could leak in the product.

9. Properly discard "dead" batteries as
soon as possible since "dead" batteries
are more likely to leak in a product.

10. Do not store this product, or the
batteries provided with or identified for
use with this product, in high
temperature areas.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Never install telephone wiring during
a lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.

3. Never touch uninsulated telephone

INSTALLATION

Choose Your Location

Your unit must be placed on a hard, flat
surface and connected to both the
telephone wall jack and an AC power
source. Allow at least one inch to the
rear and four inches above the unit for
ventilation.

To Install One 9 Volt Battery

One 9 volt battery (not included) is
required to maintain your Outgoing
Announcement and recorded messages
during a power failure. If there is a
power failure and the battery is not
installed, both your Outgoing

Batteries that are stored in a freezer or
refrigerator for the purpose of
extending shelf life should be protected
from condensation during storage and
defrosting. Batteries should be
stabilized at room temperature prior to
use after cold storage.

wires or terminals unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the
network interface.

4. Use caution when installing or
modifying telephone lines.

Announcement and recorded
messages will be lost.

1. Make sure AC adaptor is unplugged
from electrical outlet.

2. Open the battery door with a ball­point pen.

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