Philips DECT3111B/29 User Manual
Quick start guide
The Pilot key allows you to navigate the menus.
Up : to go left in the menus & options.
Down : to go right in the menus & options.
Answer/end a call
Make a call
Read Call log
Redial a number
Call from phonebook
Add a name in the phonebook
Adjust earpiece volume during call
Adjust the handset loudspeaker
volume
Mute the microphone
Unmute the microphone
Transfer a call/Intercom
(If at least 2 handsets)
Predial number & or & dial number
up and browse
up and browse and
down and browse and
Predial number and select scroll to Store and
select , enter the name and press Ok
Scroll up to increase the volume ; down to decrease
During a handsfree call, up to increase ; down to decrease
During call press Options ; press Mute
Press Unmute
Press + number phone
Press : to select a menu or options and validate
a setting.
It is also used as short cut to some menus.
To read an event
To set the date and time
To set the handset ring tone
Press View
Press to enter the carousel. Scroll to Handset
and select. , scroll to Date & time and select.
Press to select Set date and enter the current date, press
OK
Scroll to Set time and enter the current time, press OK
Press to enter the carousel.
Scroll to Sounds and select.
Press to select Handset ring tones,
Press to select External ring tone,
browse through the list to hear the ring tones and select your
ring tone
Quick start guide
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Pilot key
Press to enter the carousel
or validate a choice
- Scroll to navigate in the
menus & options
- Move the cursor right/left
-Scroll up to reach the Call
log from idle mode
- Scroll down to reach the
Phonebook from idle mode
Long press to unlock the
keypad
Loudspeaker *
Press to take the line or activate
the handset loudspeaker during a
call
Keypad lock
- Short press to insert * when
dialling
- Long press to lock/unlock the
keypad in idle mode
- Long press to insert R (in
between-digit pause) when
predialling
SMS key
- Short press to reach Send
new SMS menu from idle
mode
- Short press from the
Phonebook or the Call log to
edit an SMS
DECT 311
Handset
Earpiece
Microphone
Talk
To take the line, answer a call or
hang up
Clear/Recall
- To correct a digit when predialling or a character when editing
- Short press to go back one menu
when navigating
- Long press to return to idle
mode when navigating
- To insert R for operator services
when on line
Do Not Disturb & case mode
- Short press to insert # when
dialling
- Short press to switch case mode
when editing
- Long press to activate/deactivate
the “Do Not Disturb” mode
- Long press to insert a pause (P)
when dialling
Call transfer/Intercom
- Short press to initiate or cancel
internal call
- Short press to answer an
internal call
- Short press during internal call
to transfer the call or switch
between internal call and
external call
Alarm clock
- Short press to dial 0
- Long press to
activate/deactivate the alarm
clock
*Warning: 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.
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DECT 311 Handset
Icons on handset display
On first use, it may be necessary to wait for a few minutes of charge before seeing symbols on the
display.
When charging, the battery bars scroll from empty to full status.
When the handset discharges, the battery shows the status :
Full , 2/3 , 1/3 and empty
The ringer is deactivated.
A message on your operator voice mailbox
An external call is in progress. When blinking, this symbol indicates that
there is an incoming call or that the line is already busy with an extra
handset.
An internal call is in progress. When blinking, this symbol shows that
there is an internal call with an extra handset.
The handset loudspeaker is activated.
The SMS function is activated. When blinking, this symbol indicates that
a new SMS has been received. When fast blinking, it indicates that the
SMS memory is full.
The handset is registered and in range of the base. When blinking, this
symbol shows that the handset is not registered to the base.
Paging key
The paging key
enables you to locate
a missing handset.
Press the key until
the handset starts to
ring. Once retrieved,
press any key on the
handset to end
paging.
base station
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Handset display/base station
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Table of contents
Quick start guide 1
DECT 311 handset 2
Icons on the handset display 3
Base station DECT 311 3
Table of contents 4
Menu structure 5
Information
Conformity, Environment and Safety 6
Using GAP 6
Unpacking your DECT 311 6
Installing the phone
Installing the base station 7
Installing and replacing the batteries 7
Battery life and range 7
Introduction
Screen in idle mode 8
Understanding the menu system 8
How to navigate in the menus 8
Basic principles 9
In-call features 10
Editing system 11
Intercom
Internal calls 20
Call transfer 20
Using conference call 21
Babysit mode 22
Phonebook
Add a name 23
Viewing the phonebook 23
Call log
Viewing the call log 26
Deleting the call log 28
Setting the call log 28
Operator services 29
Extra
Call duration 30
Alarm clock 30
Setting the “Do Not Disturb” mode 32
Sounds
Handset ring tones 33
Group ring tones 33
Handset ring tone volume 34
Settings 34
Base station
Enable registration 36
Line settings 36
Service codes settings 38
SMS
Send new SMS 12
Read SMS 13
SMS settings 15
Handset
Babysit mode 17
Registering/unregistering an additional handset 17
Renaming the handset 18
Setting the date and time 18
Setting the display contrast 19
Setting screen saver 19
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Table of contents
FAQ 40
Troubleshooting
Declaration of conformity
Index
Menu structure
By using the “pilot key” on the side of the handset, you can browse through the menus
Add new
SMS
Send new SMS
Send SMS
Read SMS
View SMS
View number
Reply
Forward
Send again
Delete SMS
Copy to phonebook
Call
SMS Settings
SMS mode
SMS center
Handset
Babysit mode
Registration
Register handset
Un-register handset
Base selection
Rename handset
Date & time
Display contrast
Screen saver
Intercom
Call log
View
Delete all
Call log settings
Operator services
Extra
Call duration
Alarm clock
Activation
Set day
Set time
Settings
Do not disturb mode
Sounds
Handset ring tones
Group ring tones
Handset ring tone volume
Settings
Phonebook
View
Call
Change number
Change name
Select group
Change sub-address
Delete
Send SMS
Menu structure
Base station
Enable registration
Line settings
Dial mode
Recall type
Choose country/oper.
First ring
Service codes settings
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Information
Conformity, Environment and Safety
Safety information :This equipment is not designed to make emergency calls when the power fails.An
alternative has to be made available to allow emergency calls.
Conformity : Hereby, PHILIPS, declares that DECT 311XX is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC (see page 42).
This product can only be connected to the analogue telephone network of Singapore.
Power requirements : This product requires an electrical supply of 220-240 volts, alternating
monophased power, excluding IT installations defined in standard EN 60-950.
In case of a power failure, the communication can be lost.
Warning ! The electrical network is classified as dangerous according to criteria in the standard EN 60-
950.The only way to power down this product is to unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet.
Ensure the electrical outlet is located close to the apparatus and is always easily accessible.
Telephone connection : The voltage on the network is classified as TNV-3 (Telecommunication
Network Voltages, as defined in the standard EN 60-950).
Safety precautions : Do not allow the handset to come into contact with water. Do not open the
handset or the base station.You could be exposed to high voltages. Do not allow the charging contacts or
the battery to come into contact with conductive materials.
Environmental care : Please remember to observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of your
packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old phone and where possible promote their recycling.
Using GAP standard compliance : The GAP standard guarantees that all DECTTMGAP handsets and
base stations comply with a minimum operating standard irrespective of their make.Your DECT 311
handset and base station are GAP compliant, which means the minimum guaranteed functions are :
register a handset, take the line, receive a call and dial.The advanced features may not be available if you
use another handset than an DECT 311 with your base station.
Unpacking DECT 311/DECT3112
The DECT 311 package contains :
NiMH 2HR
AAA600 mAh
rechargeable
Batteries
A power supply
In the DECT 3112 pack you will find one more additional handset and its charger & power supply,
together with additional NiMH 2HR AAA 600 mAh rechargeable batteries.
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A base station
A user guide
A line cord
DECT 311
PHILIPS
PAI
Information
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A guarantee
A handset
Installing the phone
Installing the base station
To properly install the base station, connect the line cord and the power cable. Plug the cord and the
cable into the wall. Situate your product close enough to the telephone and mains power sockets so that
the cables will reach. If you have a broadband DSL Internet installation please make sure you have one
DSL filter plugged directly on each line socket used in the house and check the modem and the phone
are plugged in the correct filter slot (one specific for each).
Warning ! Always use the cables provided with the product.
Do not insert anything in this opening
Connect the power supply
Connect the telephone line cord
Installing and replacing the batteries
Batteries should not be disposed of with general household waste
Insert the batteries as indicated and slide the battery cover back into place.
Allow the handset to charge for 24 hours to reach full charge.
Optimal battery life is reached after 3 cycles of complete charge & discharge.
In case you need to change the batteries, only use the approved type :2HR AAA NiMH 600 mAh.
Note:The base station must always be plugged into the mains when charging or when in use.Always use
rechargeable batteries.
Warning ! The electrical network is classified as dangerous according to criteria in the standard EN 60-950.The
only way to power down this product is to unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet. Ensure the electrical
outlet is located close to the apparatus and is always easily accessible
Battery life and range
Battery life in standby
mode
Up to 200 hours Up to 15 hours Up to 50 meters Up to 300 meters
Battery life in
communication
Installing the phone
Indoor range Outdoor range
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Introduction
Philips screen saver
After 2 minutes of inactivity, the screen saver is displayed :
You can deactivate it (See p.19)
The screen in idle mode
In idle mode, the DECT 311 display shows various information :
- the date & time, the name of the handset and the instructions
to access the menu.
- Missed calls , new SMS or operator voice mailbox message
, if any.
- “Do Not Disturb” mode , and the alarm clock , if activated.
To activate/deactivate these functions press or
Understanding the menu system
To access the carousel menu from idle screen, press on the side of the handset.
The carousel represents a loop of icons that gives access to the different first level menus.
Scroll up or down to reach the desired menu. Press to enter that menu.
The sub-menus are listed and represented by little squares at the bottom of the display.
To reach one particular sub-menu (option) use the “pilot key” and press to enter it.
A shows the selected sub-menu (option).
The shows the sub-menu (option) your are browsing.
Certain menus are directly accessible via a dedicated key (Example : SMS or Intercom )
Example of navigation in the menus
To set the handset melody volume
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Sounds and select
Scroll to Handset ring tone vol. and select
The current level is heard, to hear other levels
Browse through the levels and select one
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Introduction
Basic principles
To make or to answer a call
Pre dialling
Dial the number
Or
Direct dialling
Press the key
Answer a call
When ringing
Make the call
To call from the phonebook
Scroll down to directly reach the list of names
Choose a name in the list
Make the call
or press to select Call in the options
To store a name from predial
Dial the number
Press to enter the options
Scroll to Store and select
Enter the name and press OK
To store an SMS
Dial the number
Press to enter the options
Scroll to Send SMS and select
Dial the number
Take the line
Edit the text and press OK
Scroll to Store and select
To redial from call log
Scroll up to directly reach Call log
Choose an entry in the list
Make the call or select Call in the options
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In call features
During an external call, some other options are available.
Press to enter Options.
To mute the handset microphone
Press to enter Options
Press to select Mute (The caller can no longer hear you)
Press again to resume the conversation (End mute)
Intercom (only if DECT 3112)
During an external call, you can use the intercom in-call option to call another handset and for example
transfer the call to this handset.
Press to enter Options
Scroll to Intercom (The caller can no longer hear you)
If there is only one additional handset it rings automatically,
otherwise select a handset from the list.
Press to select Transfer when the second handset has taken the line.
The call is then ended on your handset.
Other options are available (Switch & Conference call), See p.21.
To switch the handset loudspeaker ON/OFF
Press to activate/deactivate the handset loudspeaker
Warning: 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.
To increase/decrease the handset earpiece/loudspeaker volume during a call
Scroll up to increase the volume when on line
Scroll down to decrease the volume when on line
There are 5 volume levels available.The last setting is stored for the next calls.
Caller Line Identification and Call waiting
If you subscribe to Call waiting, a beep in the earpiece informs you of a second incoming call.The name
or number of the second caller may be displayed if you also subscribe to Caller Line Identification
service.
To answer that second call, use + (according to your network, the code may be different).
Please contact your network provider for more details.
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In call features
Editing system
Case mode
By default, the first letter of a sentence is in upper case. Use to change the case mode:
- all characters in upper case (AB)
- all letters in lower case (ab)
- First letter in upper case and the rest of the text in lower case (Ab)
Punctuation and mathematical marks are available through and while other special characters
are available on .
Scroll to move the cursor left or right.
Press to delete a character ; a long press deletes the whole text.
The standard multi-tap system
This system allows you to enter the text character by character, pressing the corresponding key as many
times as necessary to reach the desired character.
To write “Peter” with multi-tap
Press once : P
Press twice : Pe
Press once : Pet
Press twice : Pete
Press three times : Peter
Press to validate the name.
Keypad Keys
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
Multi-tap Sequence
[space] 1 @ _ # = < > ( ) & ¤ £ $ ¥ [ ] { }
¤ §
a b c 2 à ä ç å æ
d e f 3 è é ) N
g h i 4 ì Γ
j k l 5 7
m n o 6 ñ ò ö
p q r s 7 ß A 2 E
t u v 8 ù ü
w x y z 9 f S Ξ Q
. 0 , / : ; " ' ! ¡ ? ¿ * + - % \ ^ ~ |
Editing system
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SMS
Send new SMS
Read SMS
SMS settings
SMS stands for Short Message Service. To benefit from this service you must subscribe to the Caller Line
Identification together with the SMS service from your network provider.
SMS can be exchanged with a phone (mobile or compatible fixed line) provided the receiver has also subscribed to the CLI & SMS services.
Your DECT 311 factory settings correspond to the main national operator. If you wish to
send or receive SMS through another service provider you must set the corresponding
!
numbers (See p.15 and the SMS leaflet).
SMS menu is accessible via the Carousel or
!
Important information are available on the SMS
information leaflet in the box
Send new SMS
To send New SMS
Press to directly reach Send new SMS and select
Enter the number and press OK or scroll down to
retrieve the number from the phonebook
Enter the text and press
To store your SMS, scroll to Store and select
Press to select Send now
Note: If you store an SMS you can later retrieve it from Read SMS
The sent SMS can be up to 160 characters long (including e-mail address), the special characters Euro
and [ ]count for 2.
It is possible to store a variable number of SMS (depending on the length of each SMS).
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SMS
Read SMS
A stored SMS is marked in the SMS list.A received SMS is marked .
To read SMS/View number
Press to directly reach Send new SMS
Scroll to Read SMS and select
Browse the SMS list and select
Press to select Read SMS
or scroll to View number and select
To reply
Press to directly reach Send new SMS
Scroll to Read SMS and select
Browse the SMS list and select
Scroll to Reply and select
Enter the text and press OK
Press to select Send now
To forward
Press to directly reach Send new SMS
Scroll to Read SMS and select
Browse the SMS list and select
Scroll to Forward and select
Enter the number and press OK
You can modify the text if necessary or select
Press to select Send now
SMS
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