DECT5211S
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Quick start guide
The LEFT & RIGHT keys allow you to browse through the menus and submenus.
Press to select a menu or an option and validate a setting.
Answer/end a call
Make a call
Read Call log
Redial a number
Call from phonebook
Add a name in the phonebook
Adjust the earpiece volume during a call
Adjust the handset loudspeaker volume
Mute and unmute the microphone
Transfer a call/Intercom (if there are
at least 2 handsets)
Read an event
Set the date and time
Press to answer a call; Press to end a call.
Predial number & or and dial number
Press and browse .
Press and browse and .
Press , browse through the list and
Predial number and press scroll to
Store and press , enter the name and press
Use the or keys to increase or decrease the
volume.
During a handsfree call, use the or keys to
increase or decrease the volume.
During a call press to select Options, press
to select Mute. Press to select End mute
Press + number phone
Press to select View
Press to enter the carousel, browse to
Handset and press , scroll to Date and time and
reach
press . Press to select Set date and enter the current
date, press . Scroll to Set time and enter the current time,
press
.
.
Set the handset external ring tone
Activate/deactivate the answer machine
Press to enter the carousel, browse to
Sounds and press , press to select Handset
reach
ring tones. Press to select External ring tone
Browse through the list to hear the ring tones and press to
select your ring tone
Press on the base station to switch the answer
machine ON or OFF
Quick start guide
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Configuration mode for Singapore / South Africa
Thank you for choosing Philips for your home communications.
Before using your DECT 521/525 we invite you to configurate it according to the country you
live in.
Install the batteries.After a few minutes of charge, the configuration screen appears.
Press and scroll to browse through the different countries.
Press to select the configuration that suits you.
Your phone is ready to be used.
See page 54 if you need to re-configurate you DECT 521/525.
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Configuration mode
Phonebook / Right key
- Press to access the phonebook
from idle mode.
- Press to move through the menus
and options in menu screen.
OK key
- Press to enter the carousel menu
- Press to validate your choice
Call log / Left key
- Press to access the call log from
idle mode.
- Press to move through the menus
and options in menu screen.
Talk key
- Press to make or answer a call
Keypad lock & Editing
- Short press to insert *
- Long press to lock/unlock the
keypad in idle mode
- Long press to insert R (in
between-digit pause) when dialling
- Long press to enter multitap
system or Eatoni®editor when
entering text
- A short press to change the
letter when editing in Eatoni
Alarm clock
- A short press to dial 0
- A long press to activate/deactivate
the alarm clock
Loudspeaker*
- Short press to take the line or to
activate the handset loudspeaker
during a call
®.
DECT 521/DECT 525
Handset
End key
- Press to end a call
Clear/Recall
Earpiece
Microphone
- Short press to correct a digit
when predialling or a character
when editing
- Short press to go back one menu
when browsing through the menus
- Short press to use operator
services during a call
- Long press to delete several digits
or a whole text in once
- Long press to return to idle
mode when browsing through the
menus
Do not disturb & case mode
- Short press to insert # when
dialling
- Long press to activate/deactivate
the “Do Not Disturb” mode
- Long press to insert a pause (P)
when dialling
- Press to switch case mode when
editing
Call transfer/Intercom
- Short press to initiate or cancel
internal call
- Short press during internal call to
transfer the call or switch between
internal call and External call
- Short press to answer an internal
call or to release an internal call
*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.
DECT 521/DECT 525 handset
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Icons on the handset display
The display gives information about the operation of your telephone
On first use, it is sometimes necessary to wait for a few minutes of charge before seeing icons
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
The answer machine is activated (DECT 525). When blinking, this symbol
indicates that there is a new message on the answer machine or on the
operator voice mailbox. When fast blinking it shows that the answer
machine is full.
The ring tone is deactivated.
An external call is in progress. When blinking, this symbol indicates that
there is an incoming external call in progress or that the line is already busy.
and empty .
An internal call is in progress. When blinking, this symbol indicates that there
is an incoming internal call.
The handset loudspeaker is activated. When blinking, this symbol shows that
the base loudspeaker is activated (only for DECT 525).
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
indicates that the handset is not registered to the base.
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Icons on the handset display
Base station DECT 521
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 DECT 525
New message
indicator
When blinking, it indicates
that there is a new message.
When fast blinking, it indicates
that the answer machine
memory is full.
Paging key
Press to locate all handsets
ON/OFF key
Press to switch the answer
machine ON or OFF
Loudspeaker (only for ring tones
and answerphone messages)
Delete key
press to delete current
Short
message
Long press to delete all the
messages (except unread ones)
Skip/Fast forward key
Short press to go to the next
message while listening
Long press to fast forward the
current message while listening
Play/Stop key
Short press to play new
message
Short press to stop a message
while listening to it
DECT 521/DECT 525 base stations
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Table of contents
Quick start guide 1
Configuration mode for Singapore 2
DECT 521 / DECT 525 handset 3
Icons on the handset display 4
DECT 521 / DECT 525 base stations 5
Table of Contents 6-7
Menu structure 8-12
Conformity, Environment and Safety 13
Declaration of conformity
Using GAP standard compliance 14
Installing the DECT 521/525
Unpacking your DECT 521 15
Unpacking your DECT 525 15
Installing the base station 16
Installing and replacing the batteries in the handset 16
Battery life and range 16
Introduction
Philips screen saver 17
Idle mode 17
Understanding the menu system 17
How to navigate in the menus 17
Basic principles 18
In-call features 19
Editing systems 20-21
SMS
Send new SMS 22
Read SMS 23
SMS settings 25
Handset
Babysit mode 27
Registration 27
Rename handset 28
Language 28
Date & time 28
Display contrast 29
Backlight 29
Screen saver 29
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Answer machine
Saved messages 30
Outgoing messages 32
Answerphone settings 32
Record and listen to a memo 36
Intercom
Internal call 37
Call transfer 37
Conference call 38
Babysit mode 38
Phonebook
Add new 39
View 39
Call log
View 42
Delete all 44
Call log settings 44
Network 45
Extra
Call duration 46
Alarm clock 46
“Do Not Disturb” mode 47
Sounds
Handset ring tones 48
Base ring tones 48
Group ring tones 49
Handset ring tone volume 49
Base ring tone volume 49
Record personal melody 50
Settings 51
Base
Enable registration 53
Line settings 53
Service code settings 55
FAQ 56-57
Troubleshooting 58-59
Index
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Menu structure
By using the left and right keys, you can scroll through the menus.
Menu
SMS
Handset
Send new SMS
Read SMS
SMS Settings
Babysit mode
Registration
Send SMS to phone
Read SMS
View number
Reply
Forward
Send again
Delete SMS
Copy to phonebook
Call
Mode
SMS centre
On or Off
Register handset
Un-register handset
On or Off
Enter RC code
Base selection
Rename handset
Language
Date & time
Display contrast
Backlight
Screen saver
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Menu structure
Enter name
Set date
Set time
Levels (1 to 5)
Off / 10s / 20s
Answer machine
Saved messages
Record a memo
Outgoing messages
Play
Next message
Previous message
Call
Delete
Store
Send SMS
Answ.machine mode
Record outgg msg
Answer and record
with personalised OGM
Answer only with
personalised OGM
Answer and record
with predefined OGM
Answer only with
predefined OGM
Standard OGM for
answ.& record mode
Standard OGM for
answer mode only
Group A
Group B
Group C
Play/Record new
Delete
Intercom
Answerphone settings
Call all
Handset list
Menu structure
Mode
Rings before answer
Voice language
Call screening
Recording quality
Remote control
On or Off
Toll saver / 3 / 5 / 7
Off/Low/Medium/
High/Boost
High / Standard
Mode (On or Off)
Change code
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Phonebook
View
Add new
Call
Change number
Change name
Select group
Delete
Send SMS
A / B / C
Call log
Network
View
Delete all
Call log settings
Call forward
Cancel call forward
Call forward when
line busy
Cancel call forward
when line busy
Call forward when
unanswered
Cancel call forward
when unanswered
Voice mail
Cancel call back
Play
Call
View number
Store
Delete
Send SMS
Incoming calls
Outgoing calls
All calls
Unanswered calls only
Calls with answer
machine message only
No call*
All calls
No call
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Withhold identity
Menu structure
*DECT 521 only
Extra
Call duration
Sounds
Alarm clock
Do Not Disturb
mode
Handset ring tones
Base ring tones*
Group ring tones
Handset ring tone
volume
Base ring tone
volume*
Record pers.
melody*
Activation On or Off
Set day
Set time
Settings
Activation
Set day
Start time
Stop time
Allowed caller choice Standard / A / B / C
External ring tone
Internal ring tone
Ring tone list
A / B / C
Play
Record new
Ring tones
Ring tone volume
On or Off
Low/Medium/High
Settings
Delete
Base loudspeaker
volume*
Earpiece tone
Key & feedback tones
Notification beep
Music on hold
Menu structure
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* only available for DECT 525
Base station
Enable registration
Line settings
Dial mode
Tone / Pulse
Service code settings
Recall type
Choose country/oper.
First ring*
Short flash / Long flash
On or Off
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Menu structure
* only available in Singapore
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
This product can only be connected to the analogue telephone network of Singapore, South
Africa,Turkey and Russia.
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 power failure, the
communication can be lost.
Warning !
The electrical network is classified as hazardous 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.
Conformity, Environment and Safety
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Declaration of conformity
We,
PHILIPS Consumer Electronics
Route d'Angers
72081 Le Mans Cedex 9
France
Declare that the products DECT521xx and DECT525xx are in compliance with ANNEX III of
the R&TTE-Directive 1999/5/EC and then with the following essential requirements:
Article 3.1 a : (protection of the health & the safety of the user)
Safety : EN 60950-1 (10/2001)
SAR : EN 50371 (2002)
Article 3.1 b : (protection requirements with respect to electromagnetic compatibility)
EMC : ETSI EN 301 489-6 V1.2.1 (08/2002) & ETSI EN 301 489-1 V1.4.1 (08/2002)
Article 3.2 : (effective use of the radio spectrum)
Radio : EN 301 406 V1.5.1 (2003)
The presumption of conformity with the essential requirements regarding Council Directive
1999/5/EC is ensured.
Date : 04/03/2005 Le Mans
Product Quality Manager
Home Communication
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 521/525 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 a DECT 521/525 with your base station.
To register and use your DECT 521/525 handset with a GAP standard base station of a
different make, first follow the procedure described in the manufacturer’s instructions, then
follow the procedure page 27.
To register a handset from another make to the DECT 521/525 base station, place the base
station into registration mode (page 27), then follow the procedure in the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Philips has marked the battery and packaging with standard symbols designed to promote the recycling and appropriate
disposal of your eventual waste.
A financial contribution has been paid to the associated national recovery & recycling system.
The labelled packaging material is recyclable.
DECTTMis a Trade Mark of ETSI registered for the benefit of the implementers of the DECT technology.
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Declaration of conformity
Installing the DECT 521/525
Unpacking your DECT 521
The DECT 521 package contains:
One DECT 521 base station One DECT 521 handset
NiMh 2HR
AAA 650 mAh
rechargeable
batteries
A power supply A line cord
Unpacking your DECT 525
The DECT 525 package contains:
A user guide A guarantee
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One DECT 525 base station One DECT 525 handset
NiMh 2HR
AAA 650 mAh
rechargeable
batteries
A user guide A guarantee
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A power supply A line cord
In DECT 521 and DECT 525 multi-handset packs, you will also find one or more additional
handsets, chargers with their power supply and additional rechargeable batteries.
Installing the DECT521/525
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Installing the base station
Situate your product close enough to the telephone and mains power sockets so that the cables will
reach.To properly install the base station, plug the line cord and the power cable into the base station.
Plug the cord and the cable into the wall.A beep indicates that the phone is properly installed (only
available for DECT 525). 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 ! 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.
Please take care that the power supply and telephone line are connected to the correct sockets as
incorrect placement could damage your equipment.
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 in the handset
To insert the batteries, open the battery cover, place the batteries as indicated and put the battery cover
back.When the handset is placed on the base station the 3 battery bars scroll (if charge is needed).Allow
the handset to charge for 24 hours to reach full charge. On first use it may be necessary to wait for a
few minutes before seeing symbols on the display.
In case you need to change the batteries, the following type is mandatory 2HR AAA NiMh 650 mAh.
Warning: the base station must always be plugged into the mains when charging or when in use. Always use
rechargeable batteries.
The warranty shall not apply to the batteries and any other components within limited lifetime and wear.
Batteries should not be disposed of with general household waste.
Battery life and range
Optimal battery life is reached after 3 cycles of complete charge & discharge.When reaching the range
limit and the conversation becoming crackly, move closer to the base.To reach optimal range, place the
base station away from electrical appliances.
Battery life in standby
mode
up to 300 hours up to15 hours up to 50 metres up to 300 metres
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Battery life in
communication
Installing the DECT521/525
Indoor range Outdoor range
Introduction
Philips screen saver
After 2 minutes of inactivity, the screen saver is displayed:
You can deactivate it (see p.29)
Idle mode
In idle mode, the DECT 521/525 display shows various information:
- The date & time, the name of the handset and the instructions to access
the menu.
- Missed calls , new SMS or new messages (answer machine) or network 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 mode, press .The carousel represents a
loop of icons that gives access to the different first level menus.
Scroll left or right to reach the desired menu and press
The sub menus are listed and represented by little squares at the bottom of
the display.To reach one particular sub-menu use the and keys and press
to validate your choice.
A “tick” shows the selected sub-menu or option.The shows the option you
are browsing.
Note: some menus are also directly accessible via a dedicated key on the keypad
like the Intercom with , the phonebook with and the call log with .
How to navigate in the menus
Press to access the carousel menu
Scroll to Sounds, and press to select
Scroll to Handset ring tone vol. and press to select
The current level is heard, browse to hear other levels
Browse through the levels and select one with
Introduction
to select.
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Basic principles
To make and to answer a call
Pre dialling
Direct dialling
Answer a call
Dial the number
Make the call
To call from the phonebook
Press to directly access Phonebook
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 press to select
Enter the name and press
To store an SMS
Dial the number
Press the key
Dial the number
When ringing
Take the line
Press to enter the options
Scroll to Send SMS and press to select
Enter the text and press
Scroll to Store and press to select
Redial from call log
Press to directly access Call log.
Choose an entry in the list
Make the call or press to select Call in the options
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Basic principles
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