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-A946
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.
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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-T18.
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire.
The cell may explode. Check with local codes
for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack.
Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling battery pack 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-A946) 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 isn’t 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.
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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-A946), 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.
Caution
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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.
Note on Warranty
Be sure to save the receipt and attach it to
your warranty card when having your
equipment repaired at an authorized Sony
service station.
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Table of contents
Getting Started
6 Read this first7 Step 1: Checking the package
contents
8 Step 2: Setting up the base phone11 Step 3: Preparing the battery
pack
13 Identifying the parts
Basics
16 Making calls
18Redialing
19 Receiving calls
Telephone Features
20 Speed dialing
20Storing phone numbers on the
handset
21Storing phone numbers on the
base phone
22Making calls with speed
dialing on the handset
22Making calls with speed
dialing on the base phone
23 Setting the ringer type
23Turning off the ringer
24Checking the ringer type
24Adjusting the ringer volume
level of the base phone
25 Switching the phones during a
call
25To switch from the base
phone to the handset
26To switch from the handset to
the base phone
27 Talking between the handset and
the base phone (Intercom)
27To talk from the handset to
the base phone
28To talk from the base phone to
the handset
29 Transferring a call
29To transfer from the base
30To transfer from the handset
31 Having a three-way conference
31To join the phone
phone to the handset
to the base phone
conversation
Answering Machine
Features
32
Setting up the answering machine
32Setting the time and day of
33Recording the greeting
35Setting the number of rings
36Setting the audible message
37Turning on the answering
39 Playing back messages
40Adjusting the speaker volume
40Erasing messages
42 Selecting the Announcement
43 Screening calls
44 Recording a memo message
45 Operating from an outside phone
45Setting the remote ID code
46Picking up new messages
the week
alert
function
Only Mode
(security code)
Additional Information
47
Mounting the base phone on a wall
48 Notes on power sources
49 Maintenance
50 Troubleshooting
52 Specifications
54 Index
Back cover LIMITED WARRANTY
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Getting Started
Read this first
Before you use your phone, you must first set it up. Here’s a quick way
to set up your phone: Steps 1, 2 and 3.
Step 1 (page 7)
First, unpack the phone and the supplied
accessories.
Step 2 (pages 8 to 10)
Next, you need to do three things to set
up the base phone, including finding the
best location for the base phone.
Base phone
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Step 3 (pages 11 to 12)
Then, insert the battery pack into the
handset and charge it for more than 12
hours.
Handset
About the digital security code
The cordless telephone uses a digital security code to provide protection against unwanted
access to your base phone.
The 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.
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.
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Base phone
Telephone line cords (2)Wall bracket/stand
for base phone
SPEED DIALING
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
Directories (2)
HandsetAC power adaptor (AC-T129)
Rechargeable battery
pack (BP-T18)
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Step 2
Setting up the base phone
Do the following steps:
• Choose the best location
• Connect the base phone
• Choose the dialing mode
Choose the best location
Where you place the base phone affects the reception quality of the
handset.
Away from television
sets and other
electronic equipment
Away from noise sources such as a window
by a street with heavy traffic
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
Near a central location
and on a level surface
Away from another
cordless telephone
CAUTION: • Should you experience intermittent loss of audio during a conversation, try
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moving closer to the base or move base phone away from other noise sources.
• 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 the 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.
2
1
Connect the base phone
If you want to hang the base phone on the wall, see page 47.
Route the code
To an AC outlet
To DC IN 9V
AC power adaptor
2
(supplied AC-T129)
Telephone line cord
1
To the
telephone outlet
If you want to use the wall bracket as the stand, attach it on the bottom
of the base phone before step 1 as illustrated above.
(supplied)
3
To LINE
Align the
f marks.
1 Connect the telephone line cord
to the LINE jack and to a
telephone outlet.
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2 Connect the AC power adaptor
to the DC IN 9V jack and to an
AC outlet.
3 Raise the antenna. Make sure it
points towards the ceiling.
continued
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Step 2: Setting up the base phone (continued)
Notes
• Use only the supplied AC-T129 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 unplug the AC power adaptor easily.
Polarity of the plug
–
+
Tip
If your telephone outlet is not modular, contact your
telephone service company for assistance.
Modular
Choose the dialing mode
For the telephone to work properly, select an appropriate dialing mode
(tone or pulse).
DIAL MODE switch
Depending on your dialing system, set the DIAL MODE switch as
follows:
If your dialing system isSet the switch to
ToneTONE
PulsePULSE
If you aren't 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 is; otherwise, set to PULSE.
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Step 3
Preparing the battery pack
Charge the battery pack for more than 12 hours before you start using
your phone.
BP-T18
Black
Red
1 Slide open the battery
compartment lid of the handset.
2 Connect the battery connector
with correct polarity (black wire
goes on left side and red wire
goes on right).
3 Close the battery compartment
lid.
4 Place the handset on the base
phone.
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 12hours so that the battery is fully
charged. The CHARGE lamp
remains lit even after charging
is completed.
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CHARGE lamp
continued
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Battery duration
A fully charged battery pack lasts for about:
• approx. 7 hours when you use the handset continuously.
• approx. 7 days when the handset is in standby mode.
Notes
• The battery pack will gradually discharge over a long period of time, even if
not in use.
• If you leave the battery pack in the handset without charging it, the battery
pack will be completely discharged.
It may require several times of charging to recover its full capacity.
To obtain the best performance from the battery
Do not place the handset on the base phone after each call. The battery
works best if the handset is returned to the base phone after two or
three calls. However, do not leave the handset off the base phone for a
long period of time as this will completely discharge the battery pack.
When to purchase a new battery pack
If the battery lasts only a few minutes even after 12 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-T18 rechargeable battery pack.
Note
Battery life may vary depending on usage condition and ambient temperature.
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Identifying the parts
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details.
Handset
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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qa
qs
qd
qf
qg
qh
qj
1 Antenna
2 Speaker
3 TALK/BATT LOW lamp
(p. 16, 20)
Lights up during a call, flashes
when you store a phone number for
speed dialing.
Press to skip to the next message.
Keep the button pressed for quick
playback of messages.
7 PGM (Program) button (p. 21)
Used to store numbers for speed
dialing.
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qh
ANSWER ON/OFF button (p. 37)
Turns the answering function on or
off.
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qj REC/MEMO button (p. 33, 44)
Records a greeting or memo
message.
qk ERASE button (p. 34, 40)
Erases the recorded greeting or
messages.
ql PLAY/STOP (MAILBOX 1,2,3)
button (p. 39)
Plays back the messages in each
mailbox.
w; VOL (Volume) +/– button
(p. 17, 19, 40)
Adjusts the speaker volume.
wa REDIAL/PAUSE button
(p. 18 ,22)
Redials the last number called,
inserts a pause in the dialing
sequence.
ws SPEED DIAL button (p. 22)
Used to make a call with speed
dialing.
wd FLASH button (p. 17, 19)
wf INTERCOM button (p. 28)
Used to make an intercom call.
wg INTERCOM lamp (p. 27)
Lights up during an intercom call.
wh SPEAKERPHONE button
(p. 17, 19)
Used to make or receive a call with
the base phone.
wj SPEAKERPHONE lamp
(p. 17, 19)
Lights while making or receiving a
call with the base phone.
wk RINGER switch (p. 24)
Adjusts the ringer volume.
wl DIAL MODE switch (p. 10)
Selects pulse or tone dialing.
e; DC IN 9V jack (p. 9, 47)
ea LINE (telephone line) jack
(p. 9, 47)
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Basics
Making calls
1 Pick up the handset from the
base phone.
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
2 Press (TALK).
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset and the IN USE
lamp on the base phone light up.
VOL
switch
(HOLD)
(FLASH)
(CHANNEL)
Then you’ll hear a dial tone. If
you hear error beeps, move
closer to the base phone.
3 Dial the phone number.
(*TONE)
(REDIAL/PAUSE)
Additional tasks
To
Put a call on hold
Select a better channel
Adjust the handset
volume
Switch to tone dialing
temporarily
Switch to another call
(“call waiting” service*)
* You need to subscribe to the service from your telephone company.
Notes
• Before dialing, make sure you can hear the dial tone, otherwise you cannot
dial correctly.
• When the TALK/BATT LOW lamp repeats a set of two flashes, the base
phone is in use.
• When you set the handset volume to H (high), the volume will be raised
considerably. Under normal circumstances, set the volume to M (middle).
Do this
Press (HOLD).
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp flashes slowly.
Press (TALK) to resume the conversation.
Press (CHANNEL).
Set the VOL switch to H (high), M (middle) or L
(low).
Press (*TONE) while using the telephone after
you’re connected.
The line remains in tone dialing until disconnected.
Press (FLASH) to access the flash function.
Press (FLASH) again to return to the first caller.
4 When you’re done talking, press
(OFF) or replace the handset on
the base phone.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset and the IN USE
lamp on the base phone
go off.
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If the handset battery becomes weak during a call
You hear a beep every three seconds and the TALK/BATT LOW lamp
on the handset flashes.
The call will disconnect soon. Replace the handset on the base phone to
charge.
For optimum performance, charge the battery for a full 12 hours.
Note that during the first 10 - 15 minutes of charging, the phone will be
inactive, i.e., unable to make or receive a call.
After this initial 10 - 15 minutes, you may be able to use the phone, but
the battery duration will be very short; thus it is recommended that
you fully charge the battery before the next usage.
Making calls through the speakerphone
Press (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone.
The SPEAKERPHONE lamp and the
IN USE lamp light up.
“- -” appears on the display.
Dial the phone number.
When you are done talking, press
(SPEAKERPHONE) again.
(HOLD)
(*TONE)
IN USE
lamp
SPEAKERPHONE
lamp
(FLASH)
(SPEAKERPHONE)
Additional tasks
To
Put a call on hold
Adjust the speaker volume
Switch to tone dialing
temporarily
Switch to another call
(“call waiting” service*)
* You need to subscribe to the service from your telephone company.
Do this
Press (HOLD).
The IN USE lamp flashes slowly.
Press (SPEAKERPHONE) to resume the conversation.
Press (VOL +) or (VOL --).
Press (*TONE) while using the telephone after
you’re connected.
The line remains in tone dialing until disconnected.
Press (FLASH) to access the flash function.
Press (FLASH) again to return to he first caller.
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(VOL)
(REDIAL/PAUSE)
continued
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To obtain the best speakerphone performance
• You may not be able to hear the other party’s voice in a noisy place.
Therefore, 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 loud, or the telephone has been placed
close to a wall, you may find that the volume drops suddenly. This is
due to a circuit in the telephone designed to protect against
feedback. In such cases, lower the speaker volume slightly.
Redialing
On the handset
1 Press (TALK).
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp lights up.
2 Press (REDIAL/PAUSE) to redial the number last dialed.
On the base phone
1 Press (SPEAKERPHONE).
The SPEAKERPHONE lamp lights up.
“- -” appears on the display.
2 Press (REDIAL/PAUSE) to redial the number last dialed.
Note
If the number last dialed exceeds 32 digits, only the first 32 digits are dialed.
Tip
The number to be redialed is the last number dialed either on the handset or on
the base phone.
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Receiving calls
1 When you hear the phone ring;
•Press (TALK)
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
(or any key except (OFF)) .
•Pick up the handset from the
base phone when the handset
is placed on the base phone.
VOL
switch
(HOLD)
(FLASH)
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset and the IN USE
lamp on the base phone light up.
2 When you’re done talking, press
(*TONE)
(CHANNEL)
Additional tasks
To
Put a call on hold
Select a better channel
Adjust the handset volume
Switch to tone dialing
temporarily
Switch to another call
(“call waiting” service*)
Turn on/off the ringer
of the handset
* You need to subscribe to the service from your telephone company.
Do this
Press (HOLD).
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp flashes slowly.
Press (TALK) to resume the conversation.
Press (CHANNEL).
Set the VOL switch to H (high), M (middle) or L (low).
Press (*TONE) while using the telephone after you’re connected.
The line remains in tone dialing until disconnected.
Press (FLASH) to access the flash function.
Press (FLASH) again to return to the first caller.
See “Setting the ringer type” on page 23.
(OFF) or replace the handset on
the base phone.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset and the IN USE
lamp on the base phone
or
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go off.
Receiving calls through the speakerphone
When the phone rings, press
(SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone.
The SPEAKERPHONE lamp and the
IN USE lamp light up.
“- -” appears on the display.
To adjust the speaker volume,
press (VOL +) or (VOL --).
When you are done talking, press
(SPEAKERPHONE) again.
To obtain the best speakerphone
performance, see page 18.
To adjust the ringer volume, see page 24.
(HOLD)
SPEAKERPHONE
lamp
(*TONE)
IN USE
lamp
(FLASH)
(SPEAKERPHONE)
(VOL)
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Telephone Features
Speed dialing
You can dial with a touch of a few buttons by storing a phone number
on a dialing key. You can store up to 10 different phone numbers
separately on the handset and on the base phone.
Storing phone numbers on the handset
1 Press (PGM).
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp
flashes.
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
(TALK)
2 Press one of the dialing keys
((0) to (9)) for the phone
number to be stored.
You’ll hear a confirmation beep.
3 Enter the phone number you
want to store.
(OFF)
(SPEED DIAL)
Notes
• In step 3, if you don’t 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.
• Before storing phone numbers, make sure the handset is not in use.
Tips
• If you enter a wrong number, press (OFF), then start from the beginning.
• Use the supplied directory to write down what you stored on the speed
dialing numbers.
(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 (PGM) again.
You’ll hear a confirmation beep,
and the number is stored. The
TALK/BATT LOW lamp goes
off.
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Storing phone numbers on the base phone
1 Press (PGM).
The SPEAKERPHONE lamp
flashes quickly.
2 Press one of the dialing keys
((0) to (9)) for the phone
IN USE lamp
number to be stored.
You’ll hear a confirmation beep.
3 Enter the phone number you
want to store.
You can enter up to 16 digits,
including a tone and a pause,
(REDIAL/PAUSE)
SPEAKERPHONE
lamp
Notes
• In step 3, if you don’t 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 (PGM), then start from the beginning.
• Use the supplied directory to write down what you have stored to the speed
dialing numbers.
(SPEED DIAL)
(SPEAKERPHONE)
each of which is counted as one
digit.
4 Press (PGM) again.
You’ll hear another
confirmation beep, and the
number is stored.
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Speed dialing (continued)
To store the previous number dialed
Press (REDIAL/PAUSE) directly after step 2, then go to step 4.
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
To store a new number, follow the instructions described previously.
To clear a number from memory
1 Press (PGM).
2 Press the speed dialing key you want to clear.
3 Press (PGM) again.
Making calls with speed dialing on the handset
1 Press (TALK).
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp lights up.
2 Press (SPEED DIAL).
3 Enter the desired speed dialing number ((0) to (9)).
The phone number stored in the speed dialing number will be dialed.
Making calls with speed dialing on the base phone
1 Press (SPEAKERPHONE).
The SPEAKERPHONE lamp lights up.
2 Press (SPEED DIAL).
3 Enter the desired speed dialing number ((0) to (9)).
The phone number stored in the speed dialing number will be dialed.
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Setting the ringer type
You can select a ringer type from four types.
1 Press (PGM).
2 Press (#) or (*TONE).
3 Press a number button, (1) to
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 switch on the base phone to HIGH or LOW. To turn
the ringer off, set it to OFF.
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RINGER 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.
IN USE lamp
The IN USE lamp and the
TALK/BATT LOW lamp on the
handset will flash slowly.
2 Press (TALK) or pick up the
handset from the base phone.
The IN USE lamp and the
TALK/BATT LOW lamp on the
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
handset will light up.
3 When you are done talking,
(OFF)
press (OFF) or replace the
handset to the base phone.
Telephone Features
(TALK)
Notes
• If you pick up the handset while talking through the speakerphone on the
base phone, the call will be switched to the handset.
• If you do not press (HOLD) in step 1, and press (TALK) in step 2, you can
make a three-way conversation (see “Having a three-way conference” on
page 31).
• When the call is put on hold on the base phone, if you pick up the handset,
the call will be switched to the handset.
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Switching the phones during a call (continued)
To switch from the handset to the base
phone
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
IN USE lamp
1 Press (HOLD) on the handset.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp
and the IN USE lamp on the
base phone will flash slowly.
2 Press (SPEAKERPHONE).
The SPEAKERPHONE lamp on
the base phone will light up.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp
will flash.
3 When you are done talking,
press (SPEAKERPHONE) again.
SPEAKERPHONE
lamp
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(SPEAKERPHONE)
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
Press (INTERCOM) on the handset.
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
(TALK)
(OFF)
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp lights
up, and INTERCOM lamp flashes.
The base phone rings.
You will be connected
automatically after 3 seconds.
When a person at the base phone
answers, you can talk.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset and INTERCOM lamp
will light up.
When you are done talking or if
no one answers the phone
Press (OFF).
Telephone Features
Tips
• You can receive an intercom call on the base phone even when the RINGER
switch on the base phone is set to OFF. The base phone will ring at a low
level.
• When a person at the base phone want to answer the intercom call within 3
seconds, press (INTERCOM) on the base phone. If a person at the base phone
press (INTERCOM) after the intercom call is automatically connected, the
intercom call will be disconnected.
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Talking between the handset and the base phone (Intercom)
(continued)
To talk from the base
phone to the handset
Press (INTERCOM) on the base
phone.
The handset rings. TALK/BATT
LOW lamp flashes.
When the person at the handset
presses (INTERCOM), you can talk.
The call to the handset will stop by
pressing (OFF) on the handset.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on the
handset will light up. The
(SPEAKERPHONE)
INTERCOM lamp
Notes
• If there is an incoming call while on the intercom, only the base phone rings
at a low level. To answer the call, press (TALK) on the handset or
(SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone. The intercom is canceled and you can
talk to the outside caller.
• While conversing with an outside caller via the base phone or handset, you
cannot make an intercom call. If you press (INTERCOM) on the handset, you
will hear a busy tone. If you press (INTERCOM) on the base phone, it is
invalid.
Tip
You can receive an intercom call on the handset even when the ringer is set to
off. The handset will ring at a high level.
INTERCOM lamp on the base
phone will light up.
When you are done talking or if
no one answers the phone
Press (INTERCOM) again.
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Transferring a call
You can transfer a call between the handset and base phone without
disconnecting the call.
To transfer from the base phone to the
handset
1 Press (INTERCOM).
The call is put on hold, the
handset rings.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset flashes.
2 Press (INTERCOM) on the
handset.
(SPEAKERPHONE)
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
INTERCOM
lamp
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset and INTERCOM
lamp on the base phone light up.
You can talk between the base
phone and the handset.
3 Press (TALK) on the handset to
talk to the caller with the handset.
Telephone Features
(INTERCOM)
(TALK)
Tip
You can receive an intercom call on the handset even when the ringer is set to
off. The handset will ring at a high level.
If no one answers the phone
Press (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base
phone.
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Transferring a call (continued)
To transfer from the handset to the base
phone
TALK/BATT
LOW lamp
(TALK)
1 Press (INTERCOM).
The call is put on hold, the base
phone rings.
The INTERCOM lamp on the
base phone flashes.
You will be connected
automatically after 3 seconds.
The TALK/BATT LOW lamp on
the handset lights up.
When a person at the base phone
answers, you can talk.
2 Press (SPEAKERPHONE) on the
base phone to talk to the caller
with the base phone.
If no one answers the phone
Press (TALK) on the handset.
(INTERCOM)
(SPEAKERPHONE)
INTERCOM lamp
Tips
• You can receive an intercom call on the base phone even when the RINGER
switch on the base phone is set to OFF. The base phone will ring at a low
level.
• When a person at the base phone want to answer the intercom call within 3
seconds, press (INTERCOM) on the base phone. If a person at the base phone
press (INTERCOM) after the intercom call is automatically connected, the
intercom call will be disconnected.
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