Declaration of conformity 5
Use GAP standard compliance 6
Compliance with EMF 6
Disposal of your old product and batteries 6
2 Your CD270/CD275 8
What is in the box 8
Overview of the phone 9
Overview of the base station 10
Display icons 11
3 Get started 12
Connect the base station and charger 12
Install the handset 12
Check the battery level 13
Set the country 13
Set the date and time 14
Set the date and time format 14
What is standby mode? 14
Check the signal strength 14
Switch your handset On/Off 14
4 Calls 15
Make a call 15
Quick call 15
Dial before you call 15
Redial the most recent number 15
Call from the redial list 15
Call from the phonebook 15
Call from the call log 15
End a call 16
Answer a call 16
Turn off the ringer for all incoming
calls 16
Adjust the earpiece volume 16
Mute the microphone 16
Turn the speaker on or off 16
Make a second call 16
Answer a second call 17
Toggle between two calls 17
Make a conference call 17
5 Intercom and conference calls 18
Make a call to another handset 18
While you are on the phone 18
Toggle between calls 18
Transfer a call 18
Make a conference call 18
During an external call 19
During the conference call 19
6 Text and numbers 20
Enter text and number 20
Switch between uppercase and lower
case 20
7 Phonebook 21
View the phonebook 21
Search a record 21
Scroll the contact list 21
Enter the rst character of a contact 21
Call from the phonebook 21
Access the phonebook during a call 21
Add a record 22
Edit a record 22
Delete a record 22
Delete all records 22
Direct access memory 23
Edit the direct access memory 23
8 Call log 24
View the call records 24
Save a call record to the phonebook 24
Return a call 24
Delete a call record 24
Delete all call records 24
9 Redial list 25
View the redial records 25
Redial a call 25
Save a redial record to the
phonebook 25
Delete a redial record 25
Delete all redial records 25
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10 Self-denedsettings 26
Personalize the phone display 26
Name the handset 26
Set the display language 26
Personalize the sounds 26
Set the handset’s ringtone 26
Set the handset’s ringtone volume 26
Set the key tone 26
Enhance the audio quality 27
11 Call features 28
Auto hang up 28
Activate/Deactivate auto hang up 28
Auto conference 28
Activate/Deactivate auto
conference 28
Dial mode 28
Set the dial mode 28
Select the recall duration 28
Set the recall duration 29
First ring 29
Turn the rst ring on/off29
ECO mode 29
12 Extra features 30
Alarm clock 30
Set the alarm 30
Turn off the alarm 30
When the alarm rings 30
Before the alarm rings 30
Keypad lock 30
Lock the keypad 30
Unlock the keypad 30
Locate the handset 30
13 Advanced settings 31
Register the handsets 31
Auto registration 31
Manual registration 31
Unregister the handsets 31
Restore default settings 31
Network type 32
14 Telephone answering machine 33
Turn on/off the answering machine 33
Through the handset 33
Through the base 33
Set the answering machine language 33
Set the answer mode 34
Announcements 34
Record an announcement 34
Listen to the announcement 35
Delete an announcement 35
Incoming messages (ICM) 35
Listen to the incoming messages 35
From the base 35
From the handset 36
Delete an incoming message 36
From the base 36
From the handset 36
Delete all old incoming messages 36
From the base 36
From the handset 36
Call screening 36
From the base 36
Set the sound quality of the message 36
Set the ring delay 37
Remote access 37
Change the PIN code 37
Activate/deactivate the remote
access 37
Access the answering machine
remotely 38
Remote access commands 38
15 Default settings 39
16 Technical data 40
17 Frequently asked questions 41
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1 Important safety
instructions
Power requirements
This product requires an electrical supply •
of 100-240 volts AC. In case of power
failure, the communication can be lost.
The voltage on the network is classied •
as TNV-3 (Telecommunication Network
Voltages), as dened in the standard EN
60950.
Do not expose the phone to excessive heat •
caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
Do not drop your phone or allow objects to •
fall on your phone.
Do not use any cleaning agents containing •
alcohol, ammonia, benzene, or abrasives as
these may harm the set.
Do not use the product in places where there •
are explosive hazards.
Do not let small metal objects come into •
contact with the product. This can deteriorate
audio quality and damage the product.
Active mobile phones in the vicinity may cause •
interference.
Metallic objects may be retained if placed near •
or on the handset receiver.
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Warning
The Electrical network is classied as •
hazardous. The only way to power down the
charger is to unplug the power supply from
the electrical outlet. Ensure that the electrical
outlet is always easily accessible.
To avoid damage or malfunction
Caution
Use only the power supply listed in the user •
instructions.
Use only the batteries listed in the user •
instructions.
Do not allow the charging contacts or the •
battery to come into contact with metal
objects.
Do not open the handset, base station or •
charger as you could be exposed to high
voltages.
Do not allow the charger to come into contact •
with liquids.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an •
incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the •
instructions.
Always use the cables provided with the •
product.
For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet •
shall be installed near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible.
Handsfree activation could suddenly increase •
the volume in the earpiece to a very high level:
make sure the handset is not too close to your
ear.
This equipment is not designed to make •
emergency calls when the power fails. An
alternative has to be made available to allow
emergency calls.
About operating and storage temperatures
Operate in a place where temperature is •
always between 0°C to +35°C (32°F to
95°F).
Store in a place where temperature is •
always between -20°C and +45°C (-4° F
to 113° F).
Battery life may be shortened in low •
temperature conditions.
Declaration of conformity
Hereby Philips Consumer Lifestyle, P&A,
declares that the CD270/CD275 is in
compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/
EC. You can nd the Declaration of Conformity
on www.p4c.philips.com.
This product has been designed, tested and
manufactured according the European R&TTE
directive 1999/5/EC. Following this directive,
this product can be brought into service in the
following countries:
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Use GAP standard compliance
The GAP standard guarantees that all DECT™
GAP handsets and base stations comply with
a minimum operating standard irrespective of
their make. The handset and base station are
GAP compliant, which means they guarantee
the minimum functions: register a handset,
take the line, make a call and receive a call. The
advanced features may not be available if you
use them with other makes. To register and use
this handset with a GAP compliant base station
of different make, rst follow the procedure
described in the manufacturer’s instructions,
then follow the procedure described in this
manual for registering a handset. To register a
handset from different make to the base station,
put the base station in registration mode, then
follow the procedure described in the handset
manufacturer’s instructions.
Compliance with EMF
Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. manufactures
and sells many products targeted at consumers,
which, like any electronic apparatus, in
general have the ability to emit and receive
electromagnetic signals.
One of Philips’ leading Business Principles is to
take all necessary health and safety measures
for our products, to comply with all applicable
legal requirements and to stay well within
the EMF standards applicable at the time of
producing the products.
Philips is committed to develop, produce and
market products that cause no adverse health
effects. Philips conrms that if its products are
handled properly for their intended use, they
are safe to use according to scientic evidence
available today.
Philips plays an active role in the development
of international EMF and safety standards,
enabling Philips to anticipate further
developments in standardization for early
integration in its products.
Disposal of your old product
and batteries
Your product is designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is
attached to a product it means that the product
is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/
EC. Please inform yourself about the local
separate collection system for electrical and
electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and
do not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste.
Correct disposal of your old product helps to
prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Your product contains batteries covered by the
European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot
be disposed with normal household waste.
Please inform yourself about the local rules
on separate collection of batteries because
correct disposal helps to prevent negative
consequences for the environmental and
human health.
When this logo is attached to a product, it
means a nancial contribution has been paid to
the associated national recovery and recycling
system.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
We have tried to make the packaging easy to
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separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene
(bags, protective foam sheet.)
Your system consists of materials which can
be recycled and reused if disassembled by
a specialized company. Please observe the
local regulations regarding the disposal of
packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment.
Your product contains batteries covered by the
European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot
be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please inform yourself about the local rules on
separate collection of batteries. The correct
disposal of batteries helps prevent potentially
negative consequences on the environment and
human health.
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2 Your CD270/
CD275
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome
to Philips!
To fully benet from the support that Philips
offers, register your product at www.philips.
com/welcome.
What is in the box
Base station with bracket (CD270)
Handset**
Charger**
Base station with bracket (CD275)
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Power adapter**
Line cord*
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Guarantee
User manual
Quick start guide
Note
* In some countries, you have to connect the •
line adapter to the line cord, then plug the line
cord to the telephone socket.
Note
** In multi-handset packs, there are additional •
handsets and chargers and power adapters.
Overview of the phone
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EN
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a
Earpiece
b
c
d
e
f
g
REDIALEnter redial list and dial the •
h
i
INTMake the intercom call.•
j
Microphone
k
l
m
MENUAccess the main menu.•
n
o
p
Loudspeaker
q
Battery door
Select the function •
displayed on the handset
screen directly above the
key.
Scroll up on the menu.•
Increase the earpiece/•
speaker volume.
Enter the call log.•
Scroll down on the menu.•
Decrease the earpiece/•
speaker volume.
Enter the phonebook.•
End the call.•
Exit the menu/operation.•
Press and hold to turn the •
handset on/off.
Turn the speaker on/off.•
recent number.
Press to enter a pause.•
Press and hold to turn the •
ringer on/off.
Make the conference call.•
Mute/unmute the •
microphone.
Press and hold to lock/•
unlock keypad.
Make and receive calls.•
Conrm selection.•
Enter the options menu.•
Overview of the base station
CD270
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CD275
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Loudspeaker
b
c
d
e
f
/ Increase/decrease the •
/ Skip for ward/backward •
Find handsets.•
Enter registration mode.•
speaker volume.
Turn the answering •
machine on/off.
Delete messages.•
during playback.
Play messages.•
Stop messages playback.•
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g
h
LED
indicator
Slowashingat1second
interval:
Unread messages. •
Fastashingat0.5second
interval:
The answering machine •
memor y is full.
Steady on:
The answering machine •
is on.
Ongoing answering •
machine operation.
Ongoing remote operation •
via the handset.
Find handsets•
Enter registration mode•
Display icons
In standby mode, the icons shown on the main
screen tell you what features are available on
your handset.
IconDescriptions
ECOThe ECO mode is activated.
When the handset is off the base
station/charger, the bars indicate
the battery level (full, medium
and low).
When the handset is on the base
station/charger, the bars keep
scrolling until charging completes.
The empty battery icon ashes
and you hear an aler t tone.
The battery is low and needs
recharging.
It displays the link status between
the handset and base station. The
more bars are shown, the better
the signal strength is.
It displays the date.
It displays the time.
The alarm is activated.
The ringer is off.
Answering machine
There is an unheard voice
message.
Scroll up for more options
Scroll down for more options
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3 Get started
Caution
Ensure you have read the safety instruc tions in •
the “Impor tant” section before you connect
and install your handset.
Connect the base station and
charger
Warning
Risk of produc t damage! Ensure that the •
power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage printed on the back or the underside
of the phone.
Use only the supplied power adapter to charge •
the bat teries.
Connect each end of the line cord to: 3
the telephone socket at the bottom •
of the base station;
the telephone socket on the wall.•
Note
If you subscribe to the digital subscriber line •
(DSL) high speed internet ser vice through
your telephone line, ensure you install a DSL
lter between the telephone line cord and
the power socket.. The lter prevents noise
and caller ID problems caused by the DSL
inter ference. For more information on the DSL
lters, contact your DSL service provider.
The type plate is located on the bot tom of the •
base station.
Connect each end of the power adapter 1
to:
the DC input jack at the bottom of •
the base station;
the power socket on the wall.•
Connect each end of the power adapter 2
to (for multi handset packs):
the DC input jack at the bottom of •
the extra handset charger.
the power socket on the wall.•
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Install the handset
Caution
Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from •
heat, sunshine or re. Never discard batteries
in re.
Use only the supplied bat teries.•
Risk of decreased battery life! Never mix •
different brands or types of batteries.
Note
Charge the batteries for 16 hours before rst •
use.
Warning
Check the battery polarity when inser ting in •
the bat tery compartment. Incorrect polarity
may damage the product.
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a The batteries are pre-installed in the
handset. Pull the battery tape off from
the battery door before charging.
Check the battery level
The battery icon displays the current battery
level.
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b Place the handset on the base station to
charge the handset. When the handset is
placed correctly on the base station, your
hear a docking sound.
The handset starts charging. »
Note
If the handset becomes warm when the •
batteries are being charged, it is normal.
The handsets turn off if the battery is empty. If
you are on the phone, you hear warning tones
when the battery is almost empty. The call gets
disconnected after the warning.
When the handset is off the base
station/charger, the bars indicate
the battery level (full, medium
and low).
When the handset is on the base
station/charger, the bars keep
scrolling until charging completes.
The empty battery icon ashes.
The battery is low and needs
recharging.
Set the country
To make the phone work, select your country.
1 When you see the welcome message,
press [OK].
2 Select your country, press [OK] to
conrm.
The country setting is saved. »
3 Set the date and time.
The phone is now ready to use. »
To set the date and time later, press »
[BACK] to skip this setting.
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Set the date and time
Check the signal strength
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [CLOCK & ALARM] > [SET
DATE/TIME], then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
date, then press [OK] to conrm.
On the handset, the time set menu is »
displayed.
4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
time.
If the time is in 12-hour format, press •
/ to select [AM] or [PM].
5 Press [OK] to conrm.
Set the date and time format
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [CLOCK & ALARM] > [SET
FORMAT], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select [DATE FORMAT] or [TIME
FORMAT].
4 Select the setting. Select [DD/MM][MM/
DD] as the date display and [12 HOURS]
or [24 HOURS] as the time display. Then
press [OK] to conrm.
The setting is saved. »
It displays the link status between
the handset and base station. The
more bars are shown, the better
the signal strength is.
Ensure the handset is linked to the base •
station before you make or receive calls
and carry out the phone functions and
features.
If you hear warning tones when you are •
on the phone, the handset is almost out
of battery or the handset is out of range.
Charge the battery or move the handset
nearer to the base station.
Switch your handset On/Off
Press and hold • to switch off the
handset. The handset’s screen turns off.
Note
When the handset is switched off, no call can •
be received.
Press and hold • to switch on the
handset. It takes a few seconds for the
handset to power up.
What is standby mode?
Your phone is in standby mode when it is idle.
The standby screen displays the handset name,
handset number, date and time, signal icon, and
battery icon.
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4 Calls
Note
When the power fails, the phone cannot •
access emergency ser vices.
Redial the most recent number
1 Press .
2 Press REDIAL.
3 Press [OK].
The most recent number is then dialed »
out.
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Tip
Check the signal strength before you make •
a call or when you are in a call. For more
information, see “Check the signal strength” in
the Get started section.
Make a call
You can make a call in these ways:
Quick call•
Dial before you call•
Redial the most recent number•
Call from the redial list.•
Call from the phonebook list•
Call from the call log•
Quick call
1 Press .
2 Dial the phone number.
The number is dialed out. »
The duration of your current call is »
displayed.
Call from the redial list
You can make a call from the redial list.
Tip
For more information, see “Redial a call” in the •
Redial list section.
Call from the phonebook
You can make a call from the phonebook list.
Tip
For more information, see “Call from the •
phonebook” in the Phonebook section.
Call from the call log
You can return a call from the outgoing,
received or missed call log.
Tip
For more information, see “Return a call” in •
the Call log section.
Dial before you call
1 Dial the phone number
To erase a digit, press • [BACK].
To enter a pause, press and hold • .
2 Press to dial out the call.
Note
The call timer displays the talk time of your •
current call.
Note
If you hear warning tones, the handset is •
almost out of batter y or the handset is out
of range. Charge the batter y or move the
handset nearer to the base station.
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End a call
You can end a call in these ways:
Press • ; or
Place the handset to the base station •
or charging cradle if the auto hang up
is activated.
Answer a call
When the phone rings, press or to
answer the call.
Warning
When the handset rings or when the •
handsfree is activated, keep the handset away
from your ear to avoid ear damage.
Note
The caller ID service is available if you have •
registered to the caller ID service with your
service provider.
Mute the microphone
1 Press during a call.
The handset displays »[MUTE ON].
The caller cannot hear you, but you »
can still hear his voice.
2 Press again to unmute the microphone.
You can now communicate with the »
caller.
Turn the speaker on or off
Press .
Make a second call
Note
This service is network dependent.•
Tip
When there is a missed call, the handset •
displays a notication message.
Turn off the ringer for all incoming
calls
There are two ways to turn off the ringer:
1 Press and hold in standby mode.
» displays on the screen.
2 When the phone rings, press .
Adjust the earpiece volume
Press or to adjust the volume during a call.
The earpiece volume is adjusted and »
the phone is back to the call screen.
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1 Press during a call.
The rst call is put on hold. »
2 Dial the second number.
The number displayed on the screen is »
dialed out.
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Answer a second call
Note
This service is network dependent.•
When there is a periodical beep to notify you
of an incoming call, you can answer the call in
these ways:
1 Press and to answer the call.
The rst call is put on hold, and you »
are now connected to the second call.
2 Press and to end the current call
and answer the second call.
Toggle between two calls
You can toggle your calls in these ways:
1 Press and ; or
2 Press [OK] and select [SWITCH
CALLS], then press [OK] again to
conrm.
The current call is put on hold, and you »
are now connected to the other call.
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Make a conference call
Note
This service is network dependent. Check with •
the service provider for additional charges.
When you are connected to two calls, press
[OK], select [CONFERENCE] and then press
[OK] again to conrm.
The two calls are combined and a »
conference call is established.
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5 Intercom and
conference calls
An intercom call is a call to another handset
that shares the same base station. A conference
call involves a conversation among you, another
handset user and the outside callers.
Make a call to another
handset
Note
If the base station only has 2 registered •
handsets, press INT to make a call to another
handset.
While you are on the phone
You can go from one handset to another
during a call:
1 Press INT.
2 The current caller is put on hold.
3 Select a handset number, then press
[OK] to conrm.
Wait for the other side to answer your »
call.
Toggle between calls
Press INT to switch between the outside call
and the intercom call.
Transfer a call
1 Press INT. The handsets available for
intercom are displayed.
2 Select a handset number, then press
[OK] to conrm.
The selected handset rings. »
3 Press on the selected handset.
The intercom is established. »
4 Press to cancel or end the intercom
call.
Note
If the selected handset is occupied in a call, you •
hear a busy tone.
1 Press INT during a call.
2 Select a handset number, then press
[OK] to conrm.
3 Press when the other side answers
your call.
The call is now transferred to the »
selected handset.
Make a conference call
A 3-way conference call is a call between you,
another handset user and the outside callers. It
requires two handsets to share the same base
station.
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During an external call
1 Press INT to initiate an internal call.
The handsets available for intercom are »
displayed.
The external caller is put on hold. »
2 Select or enter a handset number, then
press [OK] to conrm.
The selected handset rings. »
3 Press on the selected handset.
The intercom is established. »
4 Press and hold INT on your handset.
You are now on a 3-way conference »
call with the external call and the
selected handset.
5 Press to end the conference call.
Note
Press • to join an ongoing conference with
another handset if [ADVANCED SET] >
[CONFERENCE] is set to [ON].
During the conference call
1 Press INT to put the external call on hold
and go back to the internal call.
The external call is put on hold. »
2 Press INT to toggle between the external
and internal call.
3 Press and hold INT to establish the
conference call again.
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Note
If a handset hangs up during the conference •
call, the other handset remains connected to
the ex ternal call.
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6 Text and
numbers
You can enter text and numbers for handset
name, phonebook records, and other menu
items.
Enter text and number
1 Press once or several times on the
alphanumeric key to enter the selected
chara c ter.
2a b c 2 à â Æ á ã â ä å ą ç ć č
3d e f 3 ď đ ė ĕ è é ê ë ę Δ Φ
4g h i 4 ğ í ì î ï l Γ
5j k l 5 Λ ł ĺ ľ
6m n o 6 ñ ň ń ó ô õ ö ő
7p q r s 7 ř ş š ś β Π Θ Σ
8
9w x y z 9 ý ž ź ż ø Ω Ξ Ψ
Example to write “Paul”
Press 7 once: P
Press 2 once: a
Press 8 two times: u
Press 5 three times: l
t u v 8 ţ ť ù ú û ü ů ű
Switch between uppercase
and lower case
By default, the rst letter of each word in a
sentence is uppercase and the rest is lowercase.
Press and hold to switch between the
uppercase and lowercase letters.
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7 Phonebook
This phone has a phonebook that stores up
to 100 records. You can access the phonebook
from the handset. Each record can have a name
up to 14 characters long and a number up to
24 digits long.
View the phonebook
Note
Entertherstcharacterofacontact
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook list.
2 Press the alphanumerical key that
corresponds to the character.
The rst record that starts with this »
character is displayed.
Call from the phonebook
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You can view the phonebook on one handset •
only each time.
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook menu.
2 Select a contact and view the available
information.
Search a record
You can search the phonebook records in these
ways:
Scroll the contacts list.•
Enter the rst character of the contact.•
Scroll the contact list
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook menu.
2 press and to scroll through the
phonebook entries.
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook.
2 Select a contact in the phonebook list.
3 Press to make the call.
Access the phonebook during
a call
1 Press [OK], select [PHONEBOOK] then
press [OK] again to conrm.
2 Select the contact, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The number can be viewed. »
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Add a record
Edit a record
Note
If your phonebook memor y is full, the handset •
displays a notication message. Delete some
records to add new ones.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [NEW
EN TRY] , then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Enter the name then press [OK] to
conrm.
4 Enter the number, then press [OK] to
conrm.
Tip
For more information on how to edit the •
name and number, see the section on Text
and numbers.
Note
The phonebook only saves new number.•
Tip
Press and hold • to insert a pause.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [EDIT
EN TRY] , then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select the contact, then press [OK] to
conrm.
4 Edit the name, then press [OK] to
conrm.
5 Edit the number, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The record is saved. »
Delete a record
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [DELETE],
then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select a contact, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
4 Press [OK] to conrm.
The record is deleted. »
Your new record is saved. »
Tip
For more information on how to edit the •
numbers and name, see the section on Text
and numbers.
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Delete all records
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [DELETE
ALL], press [OK] to conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
3 Press [OK] to conrm.
All records are deleted. »
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Direct access memory
You have 2 direct access memories (Keys
1 and 2). To dial the saved phone number
automatically, press and hold on the keys in
standby mode.
Depending on your country, Keys 1 and 2 are
preset to [1_VOICEMAIL] (voice mail number)
and [2_INFO SVC] (information service
number) of your network operator respectively.
Edit the direct access memory
1 Press MENU > [PHONEBOOK] >
[EDIT ENTRY], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The 2 direct access memory records »
are displayed at the top of the contact
list.
2 Select a direct memor y access record.
3 Edit the name (except 1_ and 2_), then
press [OK] to conrm.
4 Edit the number, then press [OK] to
conrm.
Your new record is saved. »
English
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8 Call log
Return a call
The call log stores the call history of all missed or
received calls. The incoming call history includes
the name and number of the caller, call time and
date. This feature is available if you have registered
to the caller ID service with your service provider.
Your phone can store up to 20 call records. If
the caller allows the display of his identity, you
can view his name or number. The call records
are displayed in chronological order with the
most recent received call at the top of the list.
Note
Ensure the number in the call list is valid before •
you can call back directly from the call list.
View the call records
1 Press .
2 Select [CALL LIST], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The incoming call log is displayed. »
3 Select a record, then press [OK] to view
the available information.
1 Press .
2 Select [CALL LIST], then press [OK].
3 Select a record on the list.
4 Press to make the call.
Delete a call record
1 Press .
2 Select [CALL LIST], then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 The incoming call log is displayed.
4 Select a record, then press [OK] to
conrm.
5 Select [DELETE], then press [OK] to
conrm
The handset displays a conrmation »
requests.
6 Press [OK] to conrm.
The record is deleted. »
Delete all call records
Save a call record to the
phonebook
1 Press .
2 Select [CALL LIST], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The incoming call log is displayed. »
3
Select a record, then press [OK] to conrm.
4 Select [SAVE NUMBER], then press
[OK] to conrm.
5 Enter and edit the name, then press [OK]
to conrm.
6 Enter and edit the number, then press
[OK] to conrm.
The record is saved. »
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1 Press .
2 Select [CALL LIST], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The incoming call log is displayed. »
3 Press [OK] to enter the options menu.
4 Select [DELETE ALL], then press [OK]
to conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
5 Press [OK] to conrm.
All records are deleted. »
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9 Redial list
The redial list stores the call history of dialed
calls. It includes the names and/or numbers you
have called. This phone can store up to 5 redial
records.
View the redial records
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
calls.
2 Select a record then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Select [VIEW] to view the available
information.
Redial a call
1 Press REDIAL.
2 Select the record you want to call. Press
.
The number is dialed out. »
Delete a redial record
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
calls.
2 Select a record, then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Select [DELETE], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
4 Press [OK] to conrm.
The record is deleted. »
Delete all redial records
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
calls.
2 Press [OK] to enter the options menu.
3 Select [DELETE ALL], then press [OK]
to conrm.
4 The handset displays a conrmation
request.
5 Press [OK] to conrm.
All records are deleted. »
English
Save a redial record to the
phonebook
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
calls.
2 Select a record, then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Select [SAVE NUMBER], then press
[OK] to conrm.
4 Enter and edit the name, then press [OK]
to conrm.
5 Enter and edit the number, then press
[OK] to conrm.
The record is saved. »
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10 Self-defined
settings
Personalize the sounds
Customize the settings to make it your own
phone.
Personalize the phone display
Name the handset
The name of the handset can be up to 12
characters. It is displayed on the handset
screen in standby mode.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
NAME], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Enter or edit the name. To erase a
character, press [BACK].
4 Press [OK] to conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Set the display language
Note
This feature only applies to models with •
multiple-language support.
Languages available for selection vary with •
different countries.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] >
[LANGUAGE], then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Select a language, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Set the handset’s ringtone
You can select from 10 ringtones.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONES] > [RING TONES], then press
[OK] to conrm.
3 Select a ringtone, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Set the handset’s ringtone volume
You can select among 5 ringtone volume
levels or [OFF].
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONES] > [RING VOLUME], then press
[OK] to conrm.
3 Select a volume level, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Tip
To turn off the ring tone, press and hold • in
standby mode. Then displays on the screen.
Set the key tone
Key tone is the sound made when you press a
key on the handset.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONES] > [KEY BEEP], then press [OK]
to conrm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
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Enhance the audio quality
XHD (Extreme High Denition) sound
mode is an exclusive feature which transmits
high delity signals to the handset. It makes
the phone conversations sound like real-life
conversations.
When you are in standby mode,
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [XHD
SOUND], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select the new setting, then press [OK]
to conrm.
The setting is saved. »
When you are in a call,
1 Press [OK] to enter the options menu.
2 Change the XHD setting.
3 Press [OK] to conrm
The setting is saved. »
English
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11 Call features
Dial mode
The phone supports a number of call-related
features that help you handle and manage the
calls.
Auto hang up
To end a call, simply place the handset on the
base station or charge cradle.
Activate/Deactivate auto hang up
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [AUTO
HANG-UP], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Note
When the auto hang up is off, the speaker is •
on automatically.
Note
This feature only applies to models that •
support both tone and pulse dial.
Dial mode is the telephone signal used in your
country. The phone supports tone (DTMF) and
pulse (rotary) dial. Consult the service provider
for detailed information.
Set the dial mode
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [DIAL
MODE], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select a dial mode, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Note
If your phone is in pulse dial mode, press •
during a call for temporary tone mode. ‘d’
displays. Digits entered for this call are then
sent out as tone signals.
Auto conference
To join an external call with another handset,
press .
Activate/Deactivate auto conference
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] >
[CONFERENCE], then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
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Select the recall duration
Ensure that the recall time is set correctly
before you can answer a second call. In normal
case, the phone is already preset for the recall
duration. You can select among 3 options:
[SHORT], [MEDIUM] and [LONG]. The
number of available options varies with different
countries. For details, consult your service
provider.
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Set the recall duration
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [RECALL
TIME], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select an option, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
First ring
If you have subscribed to the caller ID service
with your service provider, your phone can
suppress the rst ring before the caller ID
displays on the screen. After the phone is
reset, it can detect automatically if the caller ID
service is subscribed and start to suppress the
rst ring. You can change this setting to suit your
preference. This feature only applies to models
with rst ring suppor t.
Turntherstringon/off
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [FIRST
RING], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
ECO mode
The ECO mode reduces the transmission
power of the handset and base station.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [ECO], then
press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
» ECO is displayed.
Note
When •ECO is activated, the connection r ange
between the handset and the base station can
be reduced.
English
Note
To reset the rst ring status, go to the reset •
menu.
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12 Extra features
Keypad lock
Your phone offers you extra features which
keep you organized and informed while on the
move.
Alarm clock
Your phone has a built-in alarm clock. Check the
information below to set your alarm clock.
You can register additional handsets to the base
station. The base station can register up to 5
handsets.
Auto registration
1 Place the handset on the base station.
The handset detects the base station »
and start to register automatically.
Registration is completed in less than 2 »
minutes. The base station automatically
assigns a handset number to the handset.
Manual registration
If auto registration fails, register your handset
manually to the base station.
1 Press MENU on the handset.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] >
[REGISTER], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Press and hold on the base station for 5
seconds until you hear a conrmation beep.
4 Enter the system PIN. Press [BACK] to
make corrections.
5 Press [OK] to conrm the PIN.
Registration is completed in less than 2 »
minutes. The base automatically assigns
a handset number to the handset.
Note
If the PIN is incorrect or no base is found •
within a certain period, your handset displays
a notication message. Repeat the above
procedure if registration fails.
1 If two handsets share the same base
station, you can unregister a handset with
another handset.
2 Press MENU.
3 Select [ADVANCED SET] >
[UNREGISTER], then press [OK] to
conrm.
4 Select the handset number to be
unregistered.
5 Press [OK] to conrm.
The handset is unregistered. »
Tip
The handset number displays beside the •
handset name in s tandby mode.
Restore default settings
You can reset your phone settings to the
original factory settings.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [RESET],
then press [OK] to conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
3 Press [OK] to conrm.
All settings are reset. »
The welcome screen displays. »
Tip
For more information about the default •
settings, see the section on Default settings.
English
Note
The preset PIN is 0000. No change can be •
made on it.
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Network type
Note
This feature only applies to models with •
network type support.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] >
[NETWORK TYPE], then press [OK].
3 Select a network type, then press [OK].
The setting is saved. »
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14 Telephone
answering
machine
Note
Available only for CD275.•
Through the base
1 Press to turn on/off the answering
machine in standby mode.
Note
When the answering machine is switched on, it •
answers incoming calls after a certain number
of rings based on the ring delay set ting.
English
Your phone includes a telephone answering
machine that records unanswered calls when
it is on. By default, the answering machine is
set to the [ANSWER & REC.] mode. You can
also access the answering machine remotely
and change the settings through the answering
machine menu on the handset.
The LED indicator on the base station lights up
when the answer machine is on.
Turn on/off the answering
machine
You can turn on/off the answering machine
through the base station or the handset.
Through the handset
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[ANSWER ON/OFF], then press [OK]
to conrm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Set the answering machine
language
Note
This feature only applies to models with •
multiple-language support.
The answering machine language is the language
for the announcements.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [VOICE LANGUAGE].
3 Press [OK] to conrm.
4 Select a language, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
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Set the answer mode
You can set the answering machine and
select if the callers can leave messages. Select
[ANSWER & REC.] if you allow the callers to
leave messages. Select [ANSWER ONLY] if you
forbid the callers to leave messages.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[ANSWER MODE], then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Select an answer mode, then press [OK]
to conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Note
If the memory is full, the answering machine •
switches to [ANSWER ONLY] mode
automatically.
Announcements
Record an announcement
The maximum length of the announcement
you can record is 3 minutes. The newly
recorded announcement automatically
replaces the old one.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[ANNOUNCEMENT], then press [OK]
to conrm.
3 Select [ANSWER & REC.] or [ANSWER
ONLY], then press [OK] to conrm.
4 Select [RECORD], then press [OK] to
conrm.
5 Recording starts after the beep.
6 Press [OK] to stop recording or the
recording stops after 3 minutes.
You can listen to the newly recorded »
announcement on the handset.
Note
To restore the pre-recorded announcement, •
delete your current announcement.
The announcement is the message your caller
hears when the answering machine picks up the
call. The answering machine has 2 pre-recorded
announcements: the [ANSWER & REC.] mode
and [ANSWER ONLY] mode.
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Note
Ensure that you speak close to the microphone •
when you record an announcement.
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Listen to the announcement
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[ANNOUNCEMENT], then press [OK]
to conrm.
3 Select [ANSWER & REC.] or [ANSWER
ONLY], then press [OK] to conrm.
4 Select [P LAY ], then press [OK] to
conrm.
You can listen to the current »
announcement.
Incoming messages (ICM)
Each message can be up to 3 minutes long.
When you receive new messages, the new
message indicator ashes on the answering
machine and the handset displays a notication
message.
Note
If you pick up the phone when the caller leaves •
a message, the recording stops and you can
talk to the caller directly.
English
Note
You can no longer listen to the announcement •
when you pick up an incoming call.
Delete an announcement
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[ANNOUNCEMENT], then press [OK]
to conrm.
3 Select [ANSWER & REC.] or [ANSWER
ONLY], then press [OK] to conrm.
4 Select [DELETE], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
5 Press [OK] to conrm.
6 The pre-recorded announcement is
restored.
Note
No pre-recorded announcement can be •
deleted.
Note
If the memory is full, the answering machine •
switches to [ANSWER ONLY] automatically.
Delete old messages to receive new ones.
Listen to the incoming messages
You can listen to the incoming messages in the
sequence they are recorded.
From the base
Star t/Stop listening: Press • .
Adjust the volume: Press • / .
Skip backward: •
- When you listen to the messages, press
to listen to the message from the
beginning.
- During the rst second of the current
message, press to listen to the
previous message.
Skip forward: Press • to skip to the next
message.
Delete the current message: Press • .
New messages start playing. Old »
messages start playing if there is no
new message.
Press • [BACK] to stop listening.
Press • [OK] to enter the options menu.
Press • / to increase/decrease the
volume.
Delete an incoming message
From the base
1 Press when you listen to the message.
The current message is deleted. »
From the handset
1 Press MENU on the handset.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[DELETE ALL], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The handset displays a conrmation »
request.
3 Press [OK] to conrm.
All old messages are permanently »
deleted.
Note
You can delete the read messages only. No •
deleted messages can be recovered.
Call screening
From the handset
1 When you listen to the message, press
[OK] to enter the options menu.
2 Select [DELETE], then press [OK] to
conrm.
The current message is deleted. »
Delete all old incoming messages
From the base
1 Press and hold in standby mode.
All old messages are permanently »
deleted.
You can hear the caller while he is leaving a
message. Press to pick up the call.
From the base
Press / to adjust the speaker volume
during call screening. The lowest volume level
turns off the call screening.
Set the sound quality of the
message
You can adjust the sound quality of the
messages received from the answering machine.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [MSG QUALITY], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select the new setting, then press [OK]
to conrm.
The setting is saved. »
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Set the ring delay
You can set the number of times the phone
rings before the answering machine picks up
the call.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [RING DELAY], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select a new setting, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
Note
Change the PIN code
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [REMOTE ACCESS] >
[CHANGE PIN], then press [OK] to
conrm.
3 Enter the old PIN, then press [OK] to
conrm.
4 Enter the new PIN code, then press [OK]
to conrm.
5 Enter the new PIN code again, then press
[OK] to conrm.
The setting is saved. »
English
Ensure that the answering machine is switched •
on before this feature can be applied.
Tip
When you access the answer ing machine •
remotely, you are recommended to set the
ring delay to [ECONOMY] mode. This is a
cost effective way to manage your messages.
When there are new messages, the answering
machine picks up the call after 3 rings; When
there is no messages, it picks up the call after
5 rings.
Remote access
You can operate your answering machine when
you are away from home. Simply make a call to
your phone with a touch tone phone and enter
your 4-digit PIN code.
Note
The remote access PIN code is the same as •
your system PIN. The preset PIN is 00 00.
Activate/deactivate the remote access
You can allow or block remote access to the
answering machine.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSWER MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [REMOTE ACCESS], then press [OK] to conrm.
3 Select a new setting, then press [OK] to
conrm.
The setting is saved. »
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Access the answering machine
remotely
1 Make a call to your home number with a
touch tone phone.
2 Enter # when you hear the
announcement.
3 Enter your PIN code.
You now have access to your »
answering machine, and you can now
listen to the new messages.
Note
You have 2 chances to enter the correct PIN •
code before your phone hangs up.
4 Press a key to carry out a function. See
the Remote access commands table
below for a list of available functions.
Note
When there is no message, the phone hangs •
up automatically if no key is pressed for 8
seconds.
Remote access commands
KeyFunction
1Repeat the current or listen to
the previous message.
2Listen to messages.
3Skip to the next message.
6Delete the current message.
7Switch the answering machine
on.
(not available when you listen to
the messages).
8Stop listening to the message.
9Switch the answering machine
off.
(not available when you listen to
the messages).
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15 Default settings
Language*Country dependent
Handset namePHILIPS
Date01/01/10
Date format*Country dependent
Time*Country dependent
Time format*Country dependent
AlarmOff
Phonebook listUnchanged
Auto hang upOn
Recall time*Country dependent
First ring*Country dependent
ConferenceOff
Dial mode*Tone
Handset ring melody* Country dependent
Receiver volumeVolume 3
Handset ring volume Level 3
Handset key beepOn
XHD soundOn
Incoming call logEmpty
Redial listEmpty
Answering Machine
Ans machine statusOn
Ans machine mode[ANSWER & REC.]
Base call screeningOn
Announcement
Power consumption at standby mode: •
around 0.60W (CD270); 0.65W (CD275)
Weight and dimensions (CD270)
Handset: 125.6 grams•
46.1 x 164.5 x 27.5 mm ( W x H x D)•
Base: 97 grams•
108.4 x 79.5 x 102.0 mm (W x H x D)•
Charger: 49 grams•
73.1 x 78.6 x 89.0 mm (W x H x D)•
Weight and dimensions (CD275)
Handset: 125.6 grams•
46.1 x 164.5 x 27.7 mm (W x H x D)•
Base: 125.5 grams•
108.4 x 79.5 x 102.0 mm (W x H x D)•
Charger: 49 grams•
73.1 x 78.6 x 89.0 mm (W x H x D)•
Temperature range
Operation: 0°C to +35°C (32°F to 95°F)•
Storage: -20°C to +45°C (-4°F to 113°F)•
Relative humidity
Operation: Up to 95% at 40°C•
Storage: Up to 95% at 40°C•
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17 Frequently
asked questions
No signal bar displays on the screen.
The handset is out of range. Move it •
closer to the base station.
If the handset displays •
[UNREGISTERED], register the handset.
Tip
For more information, see “Register the •
handsets” on the Advanced settings section.
If I fail to register the additional handsets to
the base station, what do I do?
Your base memor y is full. Unregister the unused
handsets and try again.
No dialing tone
Check your phone connections. •
The handset is out of range. Move it •
closer to the base station.
No docking tone
The handset is not placed properly on the •
base station/charger.
The charging contacts are dir ty. •
Disconnect the power supply rst and
clean the contacts with a damp cloth.
I cannot change the settings of my voice mail,
what do I do?
The voice mail service is managed by your
service provider but not the phone itself.
Contact your service provider to change the
settings.
The handset on the charger does not charge.
Ensure the batteries are inserted •
correctly.
Ensure the handset is placed properly on •
the charger. The battery icon animates
when charging.
Batteries are defective. Purchase new •
ones from your dealer.
No display
Ensure the batteries are charged. •
Ensure there are power and phone •
connections.
Bad audio (crackles, echo, etc.)
The handset is nearly out of range. Move •
it closer to the base station.
The phone receives interference from •
the nearby electrical appliances. Move the
base station away from them.
The phone is at a location with thick •
walls. Move the base away from them.
The handset does not ring.
Ensure the handset ring tone is turned on.
The caller ID does not display.
The service is not activated. Check with •
your ser vice provider.
The caller’s information is withheld or •
unavailable.
When I see [WAITING…] on the screen,
what is happening with the phone?
The phone is recalling the memory of the
phonebook and call log. Both information are
stored in the base station. Then the handset
retrieves the data from the base station after
a few seconds. When you press / the call
log/phonebook information is displayed on the
handset.
The handset loses connection with the base
or the sound is distorted during a call.
Check if the ECO mode is activated. Turn it
off to increase the handset range and enjoy
the optimal call conditions.
Note
If the above solutions do not help, disconnect •
the power supply from both the handset and
base station. Try again after 1 minute.