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Cordless
Telephone
Operating Instructions
3-858-240-11(1)
Manual de instrucciones
SPP-ÍD910
©1996 by Sony Corporation
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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-ID910
Serial No.
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
when using your telephone equipment, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, elecfric 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. Nev'er 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.
1 l.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.
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SAVE 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 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.
Relea.sed 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
nraterials 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.
7. Do not mix old and new batteries in this
product.
8. Do not mix batteries of different sizes or from
different manufactures in this product.
INFORMATION FOR GENERAL TELEPHONES
1. This equipment complies with Part 68 and
Part 15 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-RJllC 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 iir 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 bo 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-ID910) 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.
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-ID910), for repair or warranty
information, please contact Sony
Telecommunications Helpline; 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.
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Caution
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Important Notice
Warning: This telephone operates as a radio
transmitter. Conversations over this cordless
telephone may be heard by others on radios
within the area of its range of transmission.
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 anterma.
- 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.
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Table of contents
Getting Started
6 Read this first
7 Step 1:Checking the package
contents
8 Step 2: Setting up the base unit
11 Step 3; Preparing the battery
pack for the handset
Basics
13 Making calls
14 Redialing
14 Screen displays
15 Receiving calls
Advanced Features
23 Using Caller ID with call
waiting service
24 Erasing data from the Caller ID
list
25 Using the Caller ID list
Additional Information
26 Mounting the base unit on a
wall
27 Notes on power sources
27 Maintenance
28 Troubleshooting
30 Specifications
31 Index
16 Speed dialing
16 Storing phone numbers
17 To store a number to be dialed
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17 To change a stored number
17 Making calls with speed dialing
17 Deleting stored numbers
18 Paging
19 Caller ID service
19 When you receive a call
20 If an error is detected with
21 Viewing the Caller ID list
22 If the entire name of the caller is
22 To check the time and day a call
via Private Branch Exchange
Caller ID
not shown on the display
was made
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Getting Started
Read this first
Before you use your phone, you must set it up properly.
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 unit, including finding the
best location for the base unit.
Step 3 (pages 11 to 12)
Finally, you need to insert the
battery pack into the handset and
charge it.
That's it!
Handset
About the cordless telephone
This model is equipped with an automatic digital security system with
16.8 million codes.
Only a handset that has this unique security code can make calls
through the base unit. This system prevents the possibility of other
cordless telephone handsets making calls through your base unit.
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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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Telephone line cord (2)
Directories (1) Rechargeable battery
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Screws (2)
Handset
AC power adaptor (AC-T57)
base unit
(The shape of some of the accessories may differ from the illustrations,
but the performance is identical.)
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step 2
Setting up the base unit
Do the following:
• Choose the best location
• Connect the base unit
• Choose the dialing mode
Choose the best location
where you place the base unit 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
Away from heat sources, such as radiators,
airducts, and sunlight
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Away from a microwave
oven
Away from excessive
moisture, extremely low
temperatures, dust,
mechanical vibration, or
shock
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Away from a personal
computer
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 unit 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.
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step 2: Setting up the base unit (continued)
Notes
• Use only the supplied AC-T57 AC power adaptor. Do
not use any other AC power adaptor.
• Connect the AC power adaptor to a continuous power
supply.
• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you
can unplug the AC power adaptor easily.
Polarity of the plug
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Tips
If your telephone outlet isn’t modular, contact your
telephone service company for assistance.
If you have two phone lines on a single jack with the Center pair
first phone line connected to the center pair of wires, jJ_|
and need to connect the second phone line (outer pair
of wires), contact your telephone company for
rewiring.
Modular
Choose the dialing mode
For the telephone to work properly, select the appropriate dialing
mode (tone or pulse).
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DIAL MODE switch
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 for the handset
Insert the battery pack into the handset and charge it using the base
unit.
Charge the battery pack
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1 Slide open the battery
compartment lid of the handset.
Insert the battery pack (with
contacts facing down) into the
battery compartment.
Close the battery compartment
lid.
Place the handset on the base
unit.
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The CHARGE lamp on the base
unit lights up when the handset
is properly seated on the charge
terminals of the base unit.
Charge the battery pack for
more than 8 hours to ensure that
the battery is fully charged.
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step 3: Preparing the battery pack for the handset (continued)
Battery duration
A fully charged battery pack lasts for about:
• Approximately 7 hours when you use the handset continuously.
• Approximately 7 days when the handset is not in use (less during
out-of-range).
When the battery pack needs charging:
• The phone will beep when it is activated.
• The display will change to “LOW BATTERY”.
LOW BATTERY
Notes
• The battery pack will gradually discharge over a long period of time, even if
not in use.
• The Caller ID list, speed dial numbers and the security code will be retained
even during loss of battery or AC power.
Battery for the base unit
A spare battery can be purchased and installed in the base unit. This
battery serves as a ready standby for fhe handset and, if needed, will
provide operational backup for the base unit in the case of a power
failure. Calls will still be able to be placed and received without
• A battery pack can be charged in the base unit, but not as quickly as when
installed in the handset. A full charge of the second battery will require about
24 hours when charged in the base.
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 Sony BP-T23 rechargeable battery pack.
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Basics
Making calls
1
Pick up the handset from the
base unit.
2
Fully extend the antenna.
Press (TALK) and wait until
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"PHONE ON" is shown on the
top left of the display and you
hear a dial tone.
If you hear beeps, move closer
to the base unit.
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Put a call on hold
Put a call on mute
Switch to tone dialing
temporarily
Clear a number or the
entire display
Dial the phone number.
(You can also dial the number
before pressing (talk))
When you’re done talking,
press (OFF) or replace the
handset on the base unit.
Do this
Press (HOLD).
Press the button again to resume the conversation.
Press (MUTE).
Press the button again to resume the conversation.
Press (*TONE) after vou’re connected.
The line will remain in tone dialing until disconnected.
Press ( CLEAR/DEU) for less than one second to clear the last
digit entered. Press and hold CCLEAR/DEL) for more than
one second to clear the entire display.
Adjust the volume
Note : Backlight will last for 5 seconds after pressing any key.
Press the VOLUME +/- control until the desired level is
achieved.
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Making calls (continued)
Redialing
1 Press (TALK) and wait until "PHONE ON" is shown on the
top left of the display.
2 Press (REDIAL) to redial the number last dialed.
(You can also press (REDIAL) first to display the number
and then press (TALK) to dial it.)
Screen displays
If the battery becomes weak;
LOW BATTERY
When you place a call on hold:
CALL ON HOLD
When you mute the handset:
MICROPHONE
MUTED
When you adjust the volume:
VOLUME lili
When the handset is not linked
with the base unit:
CHANNEL
SEARCHING...
When the handset reacquires the
base unit:
FOUND
CHANNEL X
When you select a ringer type:
RINGER 1
SELECTED
When you mute the ringer:
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RINGER MUTED
When another extension on
the same line is in use:
EXTENSION IN USE
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Receiving calls
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When you hear the phone ring:
• Extend the antenna.
• Press (TALKh (or any key
except (OFF), (muTe), or
Volume up or down).
When you’re done talking,
press (OFF) or replace the
handset on the base unit.
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Put a call on hold Press (HOLD).
Put a call on mute
Switch to another call*
(“call waiting” service)
Changing the ringer type
Put the ringer on mute
Activate backlighting
without answering the call
* You need to subscribe to this service with your telephone company.
Do this
Press the button again to resume the conversation.
Press (MUTE).
Press the button again to resume the conversation.
Press FLASH (talk:).
Press the button again to get back to the first caller.
With the handset off, press (PGM) and then
Now press (T), CD/ CD/ or (T) for a ringer type,
or press Co)) to turn the ringer off. Press (OFF) to
finish.
Press (MUTE) during incoming ringing. It disables
the ringer for the duration of that call only.
Press either of the volume keys during incoming
ringing.
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Advanced Features
Speed dialing
You can dial with the touch of a few keys by storing phone numbers
on dialing keys.
Storing phone numbers
With the handset off, enfer the
number that you wish to store (up
to 20 digits).
Press ( pgmQ
The display will change to
‘PROGRAM LOCATION”
PROGRAM
Enter the two digit ((® CD to (
CD CD) memory location where
the number is to be stored. i
The unit will store the number [
and sound a confirmation tone.|
If programming is unsuccessful;the display will change to
“PROGRAMMING
INCOMPLETE”.
Notes
In step 1, you can press ( redial) to store the previous number dialed.
If you press (PGM) and the two digit memory location without entering a
number to store, the previously stored number will be erased.
Do not allow more than 30 seconds to elapse between each step of the
procedure.
LOCATION
PROGRAMMING
INCOMPLETE
Tip
If you enter a wrong number press (OFF), then start from the beginning.
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To store a number to be dialed via Private Branch Exchange (PBX)
Before entering a phone number in Step 1, do as follows;
1 Enter the outside line access digit (e.g., (93).
2 Press PAUSE (HOLD)to enter a pause.
To change a stored number
Store a new number, as described on the previous page.
Making calls with speed dialing
1 Press Ctalk) and wait for the "PEfONE ON" is shown on
the top left of the display.
2 Press (SPEED DIAL). The display will change to “SPEED
DIAL LOCATION ”.
SPEED DIAL
LOCATION
3 Enter the desired speed dialing number ((® (T) to (23 3^).
The phone number stored in the speed dialing number will
be dialed.
Deleting stored number(s)
1 Press (SPEED DIAL). The display will change to “SPEED
DIAL LOCATION _
2 Enter speed dialing number ((T) to (23 (T)) you wish to delete.
Press (CLEAR/DEL) in a moment. The display will change
to "LOCATION XX DELETED".
LOCATION XX
DELETED
4 Press Coff3 to finish.
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In step 3, you can clear all the speed dialing by pressing and holding the
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Paging
You can page the handset from the base unit.
1
Press (fPAGEh on the base unit.
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The handset emits a tone and the
display dianges to “BASE PAGING
HANDSET’.
BASE PAGING
HANDSET
To cancel the page, either press i
COFF) on the handset or press ?
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Caller ID service
Caller ID allows a caller’s phone number to be shown on the display
before you answer the call. In order to use this feature, you must first
subscribe to Caller ID service with your telephone company. The name
of this service may vary depending on your telephone company.
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When you receive a call
When ringing, a caller's phone
number appears on the display.
ToT^1234567
You received a call from the
number 201-123-4567.
If your caller ID service
includes caller name service,
the callefs name appears on the
display (up to 15 letters).
ABC COMPANY
LTD
You received a call from ABC
COMPANY LTD.
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Caller ID service (continued)
The caller’s name or phone number will not be displayed in the following cases;
• The call is made through a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID
services (including international calls). In this case “UNAVAILABLE” will
be displayed.
UNAVAILABLE
If the call was “blocked”. For privacy reasons, many states allow callers the
option to prevent his or her telephone data from being displayed on the
other party’s Caller ID display. If you receive a call that was “blocked” in
this way, “PRIVATE” will be shown on the display.
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If the call is from an office that uses multiple lines, the phone number
displayed may not match the number you use to call the extension.
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If an error is detected with Caller ID
When Caller ID information is incomplete, the display will
change to “TRANSMISSION ERROR”.
TRANSMISSION
ERROR
This does not indicate a problem with your unit. Notify your
telephone company if it continues to appear often.
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Viewing the Caller ID list
This phone automatically stores the data of the last 50 calls received. It
keeps track of all calls received, even if they were not answered. You
can also view the data during conversation.
The handset will display the number of calls with Caller ID
information that came in since the last time CCALLER ID~) was
pressed.
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Notes
•"UNAVAILABLE" or "PRIVATE" data is also counted as one call.
• When you press (CALLER ID) to check the Caller ID information, the "XX
New Calls" indicator disappears, regardless of whether you check all new
calls in the list or not.
1 Press (CALLER ID).
The display shows the memory location number and the
name of the most recent caller.
CALL #01 ABC COMPANY-^
If no name informafion is received, the name field is
replaced with the number. All other key functions and
operations remain the same. See below;
CALL #01
201-1234567
Press ▲ (-x-TONE) or T (tt) to scroll through the Caller ID list.
Pressing either button repeatedly will cause the display to
step through the list. Pressing and holding either button will
cause it to scroll through the list until released.
▼ ; 01 (the newest call), ♦ 02 ■►.. 50 (oldest call)
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Press (OFF) to finish.
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Caller ID service (continued)
If the entire name of the caller is not shown
on the display
1 The caller’s name will be followed by on the display. This
means that there are some letters unshown on the display.
CALL #01
ABC COMPANY-^
2 By pressing VIEW-^ CD, you can check the unshown
portion.
To check the time and day a call was made
Press and hold NUMBER.DATE CZ)- The display shows the
phone number along with the time and day.
201-1234567
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Using Caller ID with call waiting service
In order to use the “Caller ID with call waiting” service, you must
subscribe to a telephone company that offers Caller ID service
combined with “call waiting” service.
Before you use this feature, make sure that you have subscribed to
both Caller ID service and “call waiting” service with your telephone
company. Also ask the company if it offers Caller ID service combined
with “call waiting” service.
When a new call comes in while you are talking, you will hear
notification beeps from the handset and the volume is momentarily
muted. The new caller’s phone number (or name) appears on the
tiisplay.
201-1234567
XYZ COMPANY
or
1 when you want to switch to the new call, press FLASH
(taO^.
The current caller is put on hold and you can answer the
new call.
2 When you want to switch back to the first caller, press
FLASH (TALK) again.
Pressing FLASH (talk) lets you switch between the two
calls.
Note
If FLASH Ctalk) is pressed when there is no new incoming call, the call may be
disconnected.
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Caller ID service (continued)
Erasing data from the Caller ID list
The phone maintains the data of the last 50 calls in memory. If a new
call comes in after those 50 calls, the oldest number will be
automatically erased and the new call will be stored.
To erase one stored Caller ID at a time
1 Press (CALLER ID).
The display shows the memory location number and the
data for the most recent call.
Press A, C^TONE) or T (ti) to display the Caller ID data
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(either phone number or name) you want to erase.
Press (CALLER/DEL)in a moment.
3
The display shows:
DELETING SINGLE CALL
4 Press (OFF) to finish.
To erase the entire list at once
1 Press (CALLER ID).
The display shows the memory location number and the
name for the most recent call.
2 Press and hold (CLEAR/DEL) for more than two seconds.
The display will show the following for a final confirmation
before the entire list is erased.
DELETE ALL?
DEL TO ALLOW
Pressing any key other than ( CLEAR/del) will cancel the
operation. Pressing (CLEAR/DEL) will confirm the operation
and the display will then show:
DELETING
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The same procedure applies for deleting the speed dial location(s).
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Using the Caller ID list
You can easily call back a number from the Caller ID list by pressing (TalkO .
You can also store a number from the Caller ID list into one of the
speed dialing buttons.
Calling back a number from the Caller ID list (Local calls only)
1 Press CALLER ID).
The display shows the memory location number and the
name for the most recent call.
2
Press A Qctone) or T (W) to display the Caller ID data
(either phone number or name) you want to dial.
3
Press (Talk)-
The selected phone number of the selected Caller ID data
will be dialed.
Note
When calling a number using the Caller ID list, only the last seven digits are
dialed. If you need to dial a long distance number, enter the number "1" and
the area code first and then select from the Caller ID list.
Storing a number into the speed dialing from the Caller ID list (Local
calls only)
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1 Press (CALLER ID).
The display shows the memory location number and the
name for the most recent call.
Press A (»TONE) or T to display the Caller ID data
(either phone number or name) you want to store and press
TCALLER ID).
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You hear a confirmation beep, and the phone number is stored.
Notes
• When storing numbers, do not let more than 30 seconds elapse between any
two steps of the storing procedure.
• When storing a number in Speed dial using the Caller ID list, only the last
seven digits are displayed, if you need to store a long distance number, enter
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Mounting the base unit on a wall
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Reposition the hang-up tab to
hold the handset in the wall
mount position.
Attach the AC power adaptor ■
cord and the telephone line cord |
to the wall bracket. Use the |
shorter line cord for mounting. |
Hook the wall bracket to the
wall plate, and plug the
telephone line cord into the
telephone outlet.
If wall plate is not available, use
the two screws provided to
mount the bracket.
Insert the upper tabs first, then
press the base unit into the wall
bracket so that the lower tabs on
the bracket go into the phone.
Then, raise the antenna
vertically.
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Notes on power sources
On Battery pack
• Store the battery pack at a
temperature between 5°C (41°F) and
35°C (95‘’F) for best performance.
• If you do not use the handset for a
long period of time, remove fhe
battery pack.
On Power failure
• During a power interruption, the base
unit does not operate, and a phone
conversation cannot be made on the
handset unless a spare battery is
installed in the base unit.
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES
NICKEL-CADMIUM
BATTERY.
MUST BE DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY.
Ni-Cd
Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by
returning your unwanted batteries to your
nearest Sony Service Center or Factory
Service Center for collection, recycling or
proper disposal.
Note
In some areas the disposal of Nickel
Cadmium batteries in household or business
trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service
Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY
(United States Only).
Caution
Do not handle damaged or leaking Nickel-
Cadmium batteries.
Maintenance
Clean the base unit and handset with
a soft cloth slightly moistened with
water or a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvenf such as
alcohol or benzine as fhey may
damage the finish of the base unit and
handset.
• If fhe ferminals (metal parts on the
base unit and the handset) are soiled,
wipe them with a soft cloth or paper
towel.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your phone, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
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Troubleshooting
If you’ve experienced any of the following difficulties while using your
phone, use this troubleshooting chart to help you remedy the problem.
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom
You hear one beep (when you
press TALK).
You hear no dial tone.
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doesn't connect at all, even
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The phone doesn't redial
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You hear interference during
conversation.
Remedy
The handset battery is low on power. Replace the
handset on the base unit for 8 hours.
Move the handset closer to the base phone.
Make sure the telephone line cord is securely
connected to the telephone outlet.
Make sure the battery is fully charged (pages 11 to 12).
Make sure the number you last dialed (including the
tone and pause digits, if used) is fewer than 20 digits.
Make sure the dialing mode is set correctly (page 10).
Make sure the last dialed number is really the one you'
want to dial. >i
The battery may be weak. Charge the battery for more’,
than 8 hours (pages 11 to 12). i
Make sure you set up the base unit correctly (pages 9 \
to 10). I
Move the handset closer to the base unit.
Make sure the handset ringer is activated (page 15)
Make sure the handset antenna is fully extended.
Move the handset closer to the base unit.
Place the base unit away from noise sources (page 8).
Raise the antenna of the base unit vertically.
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"CHANNEL SEARCHING,
is indicated on the LCD.
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You hear a beep during
conversation.
You hear a beep when you
activate the handset.
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unit.
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Make sure you set up the base unit correctly (page 9)
Make sure the antenna is fully extended.
Move the handset closer to the base unit.
Place the base unit away from noise sources (page 8).'
Raise the antenna of the base unit vertically.
Out-of-range alarm. Move the handset closer to the
base unit within 30 seconds.
The handset battery is low on power.
It is a battery low alarm. Charge the battery for more
than 8 hours (pages 11 to 12).
Store a correct number (page 16).
The battery may be weak. Charge the battery for more
than 8 hours (pages 11 to 12).
Place the base unit away from noise sources (page 8).
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Symptom
The CHARGE lamp doesn't
light up when you replace the
handset on the base unit.
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The battery pack has a shorter
life.
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The caller's name or phone
number does not appear on the
display.
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The caller's name or phone
number does not appear on the
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display during call waiting.
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You cannot dial the number
from the Call ID list.
The telephone always connects
with the wrong number when
you dial from the Caller ID list.
Remedy
Wipe the charge terminals of the base unit and the
handset with a soft cloth or paper towel for better
contact of the charge terminals.
Make sure the handset is placed on the base unit
properly.
The power wasn't continuously supplied to the base
unit during charging.
The battery pack was charged less than 8 hours (due
to power failure, etc.).
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
authorized dealer or service center and ask for a Sony
BP-T23 rechargeable battery pack.
Make sure you subscribe to Caller ID service or Caller
name service with your telephone company.
Caller ID service may not work when the phone is
connected to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX).
The call is made through a company which does not
offer Caller ID service "UNAVAILABLE" appears on
the display (page 20).
You received a call which was blocked, "PRIVATE"
appears on the display (page 20).
When Caller ID information is incomplete in some
reasons of line condition, "TRANSMISSION ERRORS"
appears on the display.
Make sure you subscribe to Caller ID service and also
"call waiting" service with a telephone company
which offers Caller ID service combined with "call
waiting" service (page 23).
Make sure nobody is talking on another phone on the
same telephone line.
This function may not work when the phone is
connected to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX).
If you are dialing a long-distance number, enter the
number "1" and the area code first and then select
from the Caller ID list.
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Specifications
General
Operating frequency
900 Mhz ISM band/10 channels
Dial signal
Tone, 10 PPS (pulse) selectable
Supplied accessories
See page 7.
Cordless handset
Power source
Rechargeable battery pack BP-T23
Battery life
Standby time: Approx. 7 days
Talk time: Approx. 7 hours
Dimensions
Approx. 2^/8x7^/sx1 '*/5 inches (w/h/d),
antenna: 4 inches
Approx. 60 X 185 X 42 mm
antenna: 100 mm
Mass
Approx. 10 oz, battery included
(Approx. 285 g)
Base unit
Power source
DC 9V from AC power adaptor
Battery charging time
Approx. 8 hours
Dimensions
Approx. 5 ^/4 X 2 ®/8 X 8 ^/4 inches (w/h/d),
antenna excluded
Approx. 140 X 68 X 217 mm
antenna: 4^/4 inches (120 mm)
Mass
Approx. 1 lb 13 oz, battery excluded
(Approx. 800 g)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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Index
Adjusting volume
handset volumeB13
Backlighting 15
Battery pack
charging 11
duration 12
optional battery pack 12
Call waiting service 15, 23
Caller ID service 19
Clear
digit 13
display 13
Connection 9
D, E, F, G
Dialing mode
choosing 10
switching to tone temporarily 13
Digital security code 5
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Hold 13
I, j, K, L
Locating base unit 8
Low battery 12, 14
M, N
Making calls 13
Maintenance 27
Mounting the base phone on a wall 26
Mute
handset 13, 15
ringer 15
P, Q
Package contents 7
Paging 18
PRIVATE message 20
Pulse dialing 10
Receiving calls 15
Redialing 14
Ringer type
changing 15
Setting up
base unit 8
handset 11
Speed dialing 16
storing numbers
deleting numbers
Switching phones during a call 15
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Tone dialing 10
switching to temporarily 13
TRANSMISSION ERROR message 20
Troubleshooting 28
UNAVAILABLE message 20
V, W, X, Y, Z
Volume
handset 13
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