Sony SPP-A945 User Manual

3-862-854-11 (1)

Cordless Telephone with Answering System

Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones

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SPP-A945

Owner’s Record

The model and the serial numbers are located at the bottom of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. SPP-A945 Serial No. ________________

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the 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 bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or 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 it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. 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. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

10. 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.

11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to a qualified service personnel when some service or repair work 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.

12. 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.

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

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

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by battery, read and follow these instructions.

1. Use only the following type and size battery pack: Sony BP-T23.

2. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes

for possible special disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may

cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

4. 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.

5. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the instruction manual provided for this product.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.

INFORMATION FOR GENERAL TELEPHONES

1. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

2. The applicable registration jack (connector) USOC-RJ11C is used for this equipment.

3. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant.

The FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment.

4. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0).To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.

5. If your equipment (SPP-A945) causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

6. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

7. If trouble is experienced with this equipment (SPP-A945), for repair or warranty information, please contact Sony Direct Response Center: Tel 1-800-222-7669. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

8. All repairs will be performed in an authorized Sony service station.

9. This equipment cannot be used to party lines or coin lines.

10.This equipment is hearing aid compatible.

If your telephone is equipped with automatic dialers

When programming emergency numbers and (or) making test calls to emergency numbers:

1. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.

2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evenings.

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. — Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver.

— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio-

TV technician for help.

Caution

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Table of contents

Getting Started

6 Read this first 7 Step 1: Checking the package

contents

8 Step 2: Setting up the base phone 11 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack

Basics

13 Making calls 15 Receiving calls

Telephone Features

16 Speed dialing 19 Setting the ringer type 21 Switching the phones during a

call

23 Talking between the handset and

the base phone (Intercom)

24 Having a three-way conference

Answering Machine Features

25 Setting up the answering

machine

31 Playing back messages 33 Selecting the Announcement

Only Mode

33 Screening calls 34 Recording a memo message 35 Operating from an outside phone

Additional Information

37 Mounting the base phone on a

wall

38 Notes on power sources 38 Maintenance 39 Troubleshooting 42 Specifications 43 Index

Table of contents

Getting Started

Read this first

Before you use your phone, you must set it up. Here is a quick way to set up your phone: Step 1, 2 and 3.

Step 1 (page 7)

First, unpack the phone and the supplied accessories.

Step 2 (page 8 to 10)

Next, you need to do three things to set up the base phone, including

Base phone

finding the best location for the base phone.

Step 3 (page 11 to 12)

Finally, you need to insert the battery pack into the handset and charge it for more than 8 hours.

Handset

About the digital security code

This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to provide protection against unwanted access to your base phone.

This security code blocks other cordless handsets to make calls through your base phone. A random security code will be assigned automatically between your base phone and

handset when you charge the battery pack for the first time. (The CHARGE lamp flashes during the initialization, then turns on when the initialization

is complete.)

Getting Started

That's it!

Step 1

Checking the package contents

Make sure you have received the following items in the package. If anything is missing, contact your local Sony dealer.

Getting Started

AC power adaptor (AC-T105)

Telephone line cord (2) Screws and caps (2) Wall bracket for

Directories (2)

Base phone Handset

base phone

Rechargeable battery pack (BP-T23)

Getting Started

Step 2

Setting up the base phone

Do the following:

• Choose the best location

• Connect the base phone

• Choose the dialing mode

Choosing the best location

Where you place the base phone affects the reception quality of the handset.

Away from noise sources, such as a window by a street with heavy traffic

Away from television sets and other electronic equipment

Near a central location and on a level surface

CAUTION: The cordless telephone operates at a frequency that may cause interference to

nearby TVs and VCRs; the base phone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR; and if interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

Away from heat sources, such as radiators, airducts, and sunlight

Away from a microwave oven

Away from excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock

Away from a personal computer

Away from other cordless telephones

Getting Started

Connecting the base phone

If you want to hang the base phone on the wall, see page 37.

Hook the cord.

To an AC outlet

To DC IN 10 V

To LINE

AC power adaptor (supplied)

Getting Started

To a telephone outlet

Telephone line cord (supplied)

1 Connect the telephone line cord

to the LINE jack, and to a telephone outlet.

2 Connect the AC power adaptor

to the DC IN 10 V jack, and to an AC outlet.

3 Raise the antenna. Make sure it

points toward the ceiling.

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Getting Started

Step 2: Setting up the base phone (continued)

Notes

• Use only the supplied AC-T105 AC power adaptor. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.

• Connect the AC power adaptor to a continuous power supply.

• Place the base phone close to the AC outlet so that you can easily unplug the AC power adaptor.

Tip

If your telephone outlet is not modular, contact your telephone service company for assistance.

Polarity of the plug

Choosing the dialing mode

For the telephone to work properly, select an appropriate dialing mode (tone or pulse).

DIAL MODE switch

–

Modular

If you are not sure of your dialing system

Make a trial call with the DIAL MODE switch set to TONE. If the call connects, leave the switch as it is; otherwise, set it to PULSE.

Getting Started

Step 3

Preparing the battery pack

Insert the battery pack into the handset, then place the handset on the base phone.

1 Slide open the battery compartment lid of the

handset.

2 Insert the battery pack (with contacts facing

down) into the battery compartment.

Getting Started

3 Close the battery compartment lid.

4 Place the handset on the base phone.

CHARGE lamp

The CHARGE lamp lights up when the handset is properly seated on the charge terminals of the base phone. Charge the battery pack for more than 8 hours so that the battery is fully charged.

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Getting Started

Step 3: Preparing the battery pack for the handset (continued)

Battery duration

A fully charged battery pack lasts for about:

• 7 hours when you use the handset continuously.

• 7 days when the handset is in standby mode.

Battery life may vary depending on usage condition and ambient temperature.

Notes

• The CHARGE lamp of the base phone is always lighted when the handset is placed on the base phone, even if the battery pack has been fully charged.

• The battery works best when charged after several calls.

• The battery pack will gradually discharge over a long period of time, even if the handset is not in use. If you leave the battery pack in the handset without charging it, the battery pack will be completely discharged. The battery may require several times of charges to recover to its full capacity.

When to purchase a new battery pack

If the battery lasts only a few minutes even after 8 hours of charging, the usable life of the battery has expired and needs replacement. Contact your local Sony authorized dealer or service center, and ask for a Sony BP-T23 rechargeable battery pack.

Getting Started

Basics

Making calls

TALK lamp VOL switch

(HOLD)

1 Press (TALK/FLASH).

The TALK lamp lights up, then you will hear a dial tone. If you hear beeps, move closer to the base phone.

(REDIAL)

2 Dial the phone number. 3 When you are done talking, press

(*TONE)

(CHANNEL)

Additional tasks

Put a call on hold

Improve reception Adjust the handset volume

Switch to tone dialing temporarily

* If you hear a long beep when you press (CHANNEL), move closer to the base

phone.

Notes

• Before dialing, make sure you can hear the dial tone. Otherwise you cannot dial correctly.

• When the TALK lamp lights up by pressing (TALK/FLASH), the IN USE lamp on the base phone lights up simultaneously.

• When the TALK lamp repeats sets of two flashes, the base phone is in use.

(OFF) or replace the handset on the base phone.

The TALK lamp goes off.

Do this

Press (HOLD). The TALK lamp flashes slowly. Press (TALK/FLASH) to resume the conversation.

Press (CHANNEL)*. Slide the VOL switch. Press (*TONE) after you are connected. The line

will remain in tone dialing until disconnected.

Basics

If the handset battery becomes weak during a call

You hear a beep and the BATT LOW lamp on the handset flashes. The call will disconnect soon. Replace the handset on the base phone to

charge.

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Basics

Making calls (continued)

Making calls through the speakerphone

Press (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone. The SPEAKERPHONE lamp lights up. ”- -” lights up on the display.

Dial the phone number. To adjust the speaker volume, press

(VOLUME+/–). When you are done talking, press

(SPEAKERPHONE) again.

(REDIAL/PAUSE)

(SPEAKERPHONE)

To obtain the best speakerphone performance

• You may not be able to hear the other party's voice in a noisy place.

Use the speakerphone in a quiet room.

• Do not bring your hand or other object too close to the microphone

or you will hear a shrill noise (”feedback”).

• When the speaker volume is too loud, or the telephone has been

placed too close to a wall, the volume may drop suddenly. This is due to a circuit in the telephone designed to prevent feedback. In such cases, lower the speaker volume slightly.

Redialing

On the handset

1 Press (TALK/FLASH).

The TALK lamp lights up.

2 Press (REDIAL) to redial the number last dialed.

(VOLUME+/–)

Note

If the number last dialed exceeds 16 digits, only the first 16 digits are dialed.

On the base phone

1 Press (SPEAKERPHONE).

The SPEAKERPHONE lamp lights up. ”- -” lights up on the display.

2 Press (REDIAL/PAUSE) to redial the number last dialed.

Note

If the number last dialed exceeds 16 digits, only the first 16 digits are dialed.

Basics

Receiving calls

TALK lamp

(TALK/FLASH)

(HOLD)

1 When the phone rings:

• Press (TALK/FLASH) (or any button except (OFF)).

• Pick up the handset from the base phone when the handset is placed on the base phone.

The TALK lamp and the IN USE lamp on the base phone light up at the same time.

2 When you are done talking, press

(OFF) or replace the handset on the base phone.

The TALK and IN USE lamps go off.

Additional tasks

Put a call on hold

Switch to another call (“call waiting” service*)

Adjust the ringer volume of the base phone

* Contact your telephone company to subscribe to this service. See page 19 to change the ringer type.

Receiving calls through the speakerphone

When the phone rings, press (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone. The SPEAKERPHONE lamp lights up. ”- -” lights up on the display.

To adjust the speaker volume, press (VOLUME+/–).

When you are done talking, press (SPEAKERPHONE) again.

To obtain the best speakerphone performance, see page 14.

Do this

Press (HOLD). Press (TALK/FLASH) to resume the conversation.

Press (TALK/FLASH) to access the flash function. Press (TALK/FLASH) again to return to the first caller.

See page 20.

(SPEAKERPHONE)

(VOLUME+/–)

Basics

Telephone Features

Speed dialing

You can dial with a touch of a few keys by storing a phone number on a dialing key. You can store up to 10 phone numbers separately on the handset and on the base phone.

Storing phone numbers

1 Press (PGM).

The TALK lamp flashes quickly.

2 Press a dialing key ((0) to (9)) to

select the destination for the phone number.

TALK lamp

You will hear a confirmation beep.

3 Enter the phone number you want to

store. You can enter up to 16 digits,

(REDIAL)

including a tone and a pause, each of which is counted as one digit.

4 Press (SPEEDDIAL).

You will hear another confirmation beep and the number is stored. The TALK lamp goes off.

Notes

• In step 3, if you do not enter the phone number, the previously stored number will be erased.

• Do not allow more than 20 seconds to elapse between each step of the procedure.

• The handset must be off to store phone numbers.

• You cannnot store phone numbers on the handset while the speakerphone is being used on the base phone. The TALK lamp will repeat sets of two flashes to indicate this condition.

Tips

• If you enter a wrong number, press (SPEEDDIAL), then start from the beginning.

• Use the supplied directory to write down what you have stored to the speed dialing numbers.

To store the previous number dialed

Press (REDIAL) directly after step 2, then go to step 4.

Telephone Features

Storing phone numbers on the base phone

1 Press (PGM).

The SPEAKERPHONE lamp flashes quickly.

2 Press a dialing key ((0) to (9)) to

select the destination for the phone number. You will hear a confirmation beep.

3 Enter the phone number you

want to store.

(REDIAL/PAUSE)

You can enter up to 16 digits, including a tone and a pause, each of which is counted as one digit.

4 Press (SPEEDDIAL).

You will hear another confirmation beep, and the number is stored.

Notes

• In step 3, if you do not enter the phone number, the previously stored number will be erased.

• Do not allow more than 20 seconds to elapse between each step of the procedure.

• You cannot store phone numbers on the base phone while the handset is being used. The IN USE lamp will light up to indicate this condition.

Tips

• If you enter a wrong number, press (SPEEDDIAL), then start from the

beginning.

• Use the supplied directory to write down what you have stored to the speed dialing numbers.

Telephone Features

To store the previous number dialed

Press (REDIAL/PAUSE) directly after step 2, then go to step 4.

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Telephone Features

Speed dialing (continued)

To store a number to be dialed via Private Branch Exchange (PBX)

Before entering a phone number in step 3 on the previous page, do as follows:

1 Enter the outside line access digit (e.g. 9). 2 Press (REDIAL/PAUSE).

To change a stored number

Store a new number by following the instructions on the previous page.

To clear a number from memory

1 Press (PGM). 2 Press the speed dialing key you want to clear. 3 Press (SPEEDDIAL).

Making calls with speed dialing on the handset

1 Press(TALK/FLASH).

The TALK lamp lights up.

2 Press (SPEEDDIAL). 3 Enter the desired speed dialing key ((0) to (9)).

The phone number stored in the speed dialing key will be dialed.

Making calls with speed dialing on the base phone

1 Press(SPEAKERPHONE).

The SPEAKERPHONE lamp lights up. ”- -” lights up on the display.

2 Press (SPEEDDIAL). 3 Enter the desired speed dialing key ((0) to (9)).

The phone number stored in the speed dialing key will be dialed.

Telephone Features

Setting the ringer type

You can select a ringer from four types.

1 Press (PGM). 2 Press (#). 3 Press a number button, (1)

(1)–(5)

4 Press (OFF).

(0)

to (4), to select a ringer type. You will hear the corresponding ringer tone.

Telephone Features

Turning off the ringer of the handset

1 Press (PGM). 2 Press (#). 3 Press (5). 4 Press (OFF).

The ringer on the handset is turned off.

To turn the ringer on again

Follow the instructions described in “Setting the ringer type.”

Note

You cannnot set the ringer type while the speakerphone is being used on the base phone. The TALK lamp will repeat sets of two flashes to indicate this condition.

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Telephone Features

Setting the ringer type (continued)

Checking the ringer type

1 Press (PGM). 2 Press (#). 3 Press (0).

The currently selected ringer sounds.

4 Press (OFF).

Note

If you hear no sound (only key beep), the ringer on the handset has been turned off.

Adjusting the ringer volume level of the base phone

Set the RINGER LEVEL switch on the base phone to HIGH or LOW. To turn the ringer off, set it to OFF.

Telephone Features

RINGER LEVEL switch

Switching the phones during a call

When you put a call on hold, you can return to the call on the other phone without disconnecting the call.

To switch from the base phone to the handset

1 Press (HOLD) on the base phone.

The SPEAKERPHONE lamp and the TALK lamp on the handset will flash slowly.

2 Press (TALK/FLASH) or pick up

the handset. The TALK lamp will light up.

The SPEAKERPHONE lamp will go off and the IN USE lamp will light up.

Telephone Features

3 When you are done talking, press

(OFF) or replace the handset to the base phone.

Tip

If you pick up the handset while talking through the speakerphone on the base phone, the call will be switched to the handset.

Telephone Features

continued

Switching the phones during a call (continued)

To switch from the handset to the base phone

1 Press (HOLD) on the handset.

The TALK lamp will flash slowly.

2 Press (SPEAKERPHONE).

The SPEAKERPHONE lamp will light up. ”- -” lights up on the display. The TALK lamp will repeat sets of two flashes.

3 When you are done talking, press

(SPEAKERPHONE) again.

Telephone Features

Talking between the handset and the base phone (Intercom)

You can talk between the base phone and the handset. You can start the intercom from either phone.

To talk from the handset to the base phone

(TALK/FLASH)

(OFF)

(INTERCOM)

Press (INTERCOM) on the handset. After the base phone rings once,

you will be connected automatically. When a person at the base phone answers, you can talk.

The INTERCOM lamp on the handset and the base phone will light up.

When you are done talking

Press (OFF).

To talk from the base phone to the handset

Press (INTERCOM) on the base phone.

The handset rings. When the person at the handset presses (INTERCOM), you can talk.

The INTERCOM lamp on the handset and the base phone will light up.

(INTERCOM)

(SPEAKERPHONE)

Notes

• The call to the handset will stop automatically if it is unanswered for a minute.

• If there is an incoming call while on the intercom, the ringer will ring on both the base phone and the handset. To answer the call, press (TALK/FLASH) on the handset or (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone. The intercom will be disconnected automatically, and the call will be connected to the unit whose button you have pressed.

When you are done talking or if no one answers the phone

Press (INTERCOM) again.

Telephone Features

Having a three-way conference

The handset and the base phone operate like two extensions on the same line. Both phones can operate at the same time, so that you, the outside caller, and the person at the other phone can engage in a threeway conversation.

To join the phone conversation

Press (TALK/FLASH). If you are at the base phone, press

(OFF)

(SPEAKERPHONE).

(SPEAKERPHONE)

When you are done talking

Press (OFF) on the handset/(SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone, respectively.

Telephone Features

Answering Machine Features

Setting up the answering machine

Setting the time and day of the week

1 Press (MENU) repeatedly until

(PLAY/STOP)

you hear “Set day and time.” ”- -” blinks on the display.

2 Press (SELECT) repeatedly to

select the day of the week.

3 Press (TIME/SET).

The day is set and the hour is announced.

4 Press (SELECT) repeatedly to

select the hour.

5 Press (TIME/SET).

The hour is set and the minute is announced.

Answering Machine Featues

6 Press (SELECT) repeatedly to

select the minute.

7 Press (TIME/SET).

The day and time you just entered is announced and the clock restarts.

8 Press (PLAY/STOP) to exit the

menu setup mode.

Notes

• You cannnot set up the answering machine while the speakerphone is being used on the base phone.

• Press and hold (SELECT) to increase the minute setting by 10.

• The time and day are preset to Monday, 12:00 AM.

• “CL” flashes when the day and time is cleared or delayed due to a power interruption, or when you connect the base phone to the AC outlet for the first time.

Answering Machine Features

continued

Setting up the answering machine (continued)

Tip

All the mailbox buttons ((MAILBOX1), (MAILBOX2), and (MAILBOX3)) work as the (PLAY/STOP) button; press any of the three in this case.

To hear the current time

Press (TIME/SET). The current time setting is announced.

Recording the greeting

You can record your own greeting for the “normal” and “announcement only” modes (page 33).

1 Press (MENU) repeatedly until

(ERASE)

“Set out-going message” is announced. “- -“ blinks on the display.

2 Press (REC/MEMO).

“Now recording” is announced and a long beep sounds.

3 Speak into the base phone

microphone (MIC). The display

MIC

starts counting. You can record up to 90 seconds.

4 To stop recording, press

(PLAY/STOP). Your greeting replays automatically.

Notes

• If you do not record your own greeting, a prerecorded greeting will be assigned automatically (see page 27).

• If your greeting is less than two seconds, the greeting is not recorded. A prerecorded greeting will be assigned automatically.

• If a call comes in during recording, recording stops automatically.

• If 90 seconds have passed or the memory becomes full in step 3, recording stops automatically.

• “Memory full” is announced if no recording space is available when you press (REC/MEMO). Erase unnecessary messages (see page 32).

Tip

To record a greeting for the ”announcement only” mode, select the announcement only mode first (see page 33), then follow the instructions above. Otherwise, the normal greeting will be recorded.

Answering Machine Features

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