Sony SPP-M920 User Manual [en, es]

Cordless Telephone

Operating Instructions Manual de instrucciones

3-859-896-11 (1)

SPP-M920

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-M920 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, 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 anv kind into this product through cabinet slots as they mav touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of anv 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire or injurv’ to persons b\' 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. 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.

7. Do not mix old and new batteries in this product.

8. Do not mix batteries of different sizes or from different manufacturers in this product.

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 jacks (connectors) USOC-RJ11C/RJ14C are 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 w'ith this equipment,

4. The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which mav be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone lino mav 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-M920) causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service mav 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-M920), 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.

Caution

You are cautioned that anv changes or modifications not expressiv approved in this manual could void vour authoritv 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 complv 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.

Getting Started

6 Read this first

7 Step 1: Checking the package

8 Step 2: Setting up the base

phone

12 Step 3; Preparing the battery

pack for the handset

Basics

14 Making calls

15 Redialing 15 Screen displays

16 Receiving calls 16 Receiving calls on the handset

17 Receiving calls on the base

phone

18 Changing the ringer type

Advanced Features

speed dialing

Storing phone numbers

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

To change a stored number

Making calls with speed dialing

21 Deleting stored number(s)

22 Talking between the phones

(intercom)

22 To talk from the handset to the

base phone

To talk from the base phone to the handset

23 Switching the phone during a

call

23 From the base phone to the

handset

23 From the handset to the base

phone

24 Conference calls

24 Making a call while talking on

. the other line

24 Receiving a call while talking on

the other line

25 Caller ID service 25 When you receive a call

26 If an error is detected with

Caller ID 27 Viewing the Caller ID list 28 If the entire name of the caller is

not shown on the display 28 To check the time and day a call

was made 29 Using Caller ID with call

waiting service

Erasing data from the Caller ID

list

Using the Caller ID list

Additional Infonnation

Mounting the base phone on a wall

Notes on power sources

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Index

Table of contents

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 11)

Next, you need to do three things to set up the base phone, including finding the best location for fhe base phone.

Step 3 (pages 12 to 13)

Finally, you need fo inserf fhe baftery pack info fhe handsef 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 phone. This system prevents the possibility of other

cordless telephone handsets making calls through your base phone.

Getting Started

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.

Base phone

Telephone line cords (3) Screws (2) AC power adaptor (AC-T58)

Directory Rechargeable battery

pack (BP-T23)

(The shape of some of the accessories may differ from the illustrations, but the performance is identical.)

Wall bracket for base phone

Getting Started

I 7®

step 2

Setting up the base phone

Do the following:

• 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

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 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.

Getting Started

Away from another cordless telephone

Connect the base phone

If you want to hang the base phone on the wall, mount the wall bracket first (see page 32).

To connect the base phone to a single outlet having two lines

Use this hook to secure the power cord

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Raise the antenna vertically.

Getting Started 9'

continued

step 2: Setting up the base phone (continued)

To connect the base phone to two separate outlets

Use this hook to secure the power cord

10™ I Getting Started

Raise the antenna vertically.

Notes

• Use only the supplied AC-T58 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

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 first phone line connected to the center pair of wires, and need to connect the second phone line (outer pair of wires), contact your telephone company for

rewiring.

Modular

Center pair

Choose the dialing mode

For the telephone to v\'ork properly, select the appropriate dialing mode (tone or pulse).

DIAL MODE switch

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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.

Getting Started 111'

step 3

Preparing the battery pack for the handset

Insert the battery pack into the handset and charge it using the base phone.

Charge the battery pack

1 Slide open the battery

compartment lid of the handset.

Insert the battery pack (with contacts facing down) into the

battery compartment.

12'^" Getting Started

Replace the battery compartment lid.

Place the handset on the base phone.

The CHARGE lamp on the base phone 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 to ensure that the battery is fully charged.

Battery duration

A fully charged battery pack lasts for approximately:

• 7 hours when you use the handset continuously.

• 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."

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 wilt be retained even during loss of battery or AC power.

Battery for the base phone

A spare battery can be purchased and installed in the base phone. This battery serves as a ready standby for the handset and, if needed, will provide operational backup for the base phone in the case of a power failure. Calls, except speakerphone and caller ID with call waiting, will still be able to be placed and received without interruption for up to

battery pack is installed in the base phone and charging.

• A battery pack can be charged in the base phone, 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 phone.

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.

Getting Started I 13®

Basics

Making calls

VOL +/-

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1 Pick up the handset from the

base phone.

Fully extend the antenna.

Press ( LINE 1 ) or ( LINE 2) and wait until the line icon — is displayed and you hear a dial

tone.

If you hear beeps, move closer fo fhe base phone.

Dial the phone number.

The line indication (Q or B)

will follow the number. (You can also dial the number

before pressing (LINE 1) or

( LINE 2).)

Note

You can insert a two second pause in the dial string by pressing ( hold/pause ).

CINTERCOMPEL)

Additional tasks

Put calls on hold

Switch to tone dialing temporarily

Clear a number or the entire display in pre-dial

Adjust the volume Make a call on the other

line

Basics

When you're done talking,

ress (OFF) or replace the

andset on the base phone.

Do this

Press ( HOLD/PAUSE ) to place all calls on hold. Press (LINE 1 ) or ( LINE 2 ) to cancel hold on just one line.

Press ( *TONE) after you're cormected. The line will remain in tone dialing until disconnected.

Press ( INTEHCOM/DEL) for more than one second to delete the last digit entered. Press and hold ( CONF/CLEAR) for more than one second to clear the entire display.

Press VOL -F/- until the desired level is reached. Place the current call on holcfbv pressing (HOLD/PAUSE).

Press ( LINE 1 ) or ( LINE 2), whichever is not in use. Dial thè newTmmber. (See page 24 for conference calls.)

Redialing

1 Press (LINE 1) or CLINE 2) and wait until the line icon — is

displayed and you hear a dial tone.

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

Note

You can press ( REDIAL) first to display the number and then press (LINE 1 ) or

( LINE 2) to dial it.

Screen displays

When you place a call on hold:

D ON HOLD

When you adjust the volume:

VOLUME ..Il

_______

When a line is accessed by the base phone:

When the handset is out of

range of the base phone:

CHANNEL

BASE^N B

when you select a line without any digits entered:

HANDSET ON

SEARCHING...

When the handset reacquires the base phone:

FOUND CHANNEL X

When another extention is off hook:

EXT. ON B

Notes

• "EXT. ON" will remain for a while even when another extension is on the hook.

• The line icon — will blink while on hold.

When you select a line, the

line icon — will appear:

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Basics 1

Receiving calls

Receiving calls on the handset

when you hear the phone ring:

• Extend the antenna.

• Press (LINE 1 ) or (LINE2), whichever line is ringing.

When you're done talking, press (OFF) or replace the handset on the base phone.

Additional tasks

Put calls on hold

Switch to another call* on the same line

("call waiting" service) Activate backlighting

without answering the call

* You need to subscribe to this service with your telephone company.

Note

During ringing, the line icon — will appear on the display.

16^' Basics

Do this

Press Thold/pause) to place all calls Cline 1. line 2. conference! on hold. Press Tune 1 ) or C line 2) to cancel hold on just one line. Press ( HOLD/PAUSE) aeain to cancel hold on all lines.

Press the LINE button for the current call to "FLASH" to the new caller. Press the LINE button again to return to the previous call.

Press either of the volume keys. An incoming call or page will also activate backlighting.

Receiving calls on the base phone

when you hear the phone ring, press CuHlD or (LINE2), whichever LINE lamp is flashing.

When you're done talking, press (OFF).

The LINE lamp goes off.

Additional tasks

Put calls on hold

Switch to another call* on the same line ("call waiting" service)

Adjust the volume Mute all calls Press CMUTE) to disable the base phone microphone.

Turn the ringer on/off

• You need to subscribe to this service with your telephone company.

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 speaker phone in a quiet room.

• Do not bring your hand or other objects 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.

Note

The LINE lamp will also blink slowly when the handset or another extension is in use.

Do this

Press (HOLD) to place all calls Mine 1. line 2. conference! on hold. The line lamp blinks. Press (LINE 1) or (LINE 2) to cancel hold on just one line.

Press the LINE button for fhe current call to "FLASH" to the new caller. Press the LINE button again to return to the previous call.

Press (VOLUME +/-) until the desired level is reached.

The MUTE lamp lights up. Press (MUTE) again to cancel.

Activate the ringer for line 1 (LI RINGER) or line 2 (L2 RINGER) of

the base phone by setting the switches on the side of the base phone

to "ON" (ring) or "OFF" (silent).

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Basics I 17®

Changing the ringer type

You can change the ringer type of the handset.

1Press (SPEED DIAt7PGM) for

more than one second.

Press (W). The phone will prompt you to

select "HANDSET" or "BASE."

Press (3!) to select the handset

or CD to select the base phone. The phone will prompt you to

select line 1 or line 2.

Press CD to select line 1 or (D to select line 2.

Press CD, CD, CD, or CD to

select a ringer type, or CD (handset only) to turn the ringer off.

Press (OFF) or

(SPEED DIAtVPGM) to exit.

Note

To turn off the base ringer, set the switches on the side of the base phone.

18“ I Basics

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, enter the number that you wish to store (up to 20 digits).

Press and hold (SPEED DIAL/PGM) for more than one second.

The display will change to "PROGRAM LOCATION."

PROGRAM

LOCATION

Enter the two digit (® Q3 to

CD CD) memory location where

the number is to be stored.

The unit will store the number and sound a confirmation tone. If programming is unsuccessful, the display will change to

"PROGRAMMING

INCOMPLETE."

PROGRAMMING

INCOMPLETE

Notes •

• In step 1, you can press ( redial) to recall the previous number dialed.

• If you press (SPEED DIAtyPGM~) 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.

Tips

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

• You can't receive calls while you are storing numbers.

• Press (HOLD/PAUSE) to insert a two second pause in the dialing string.

continued

Advanced Features

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19"

Speed Dialing (continued)

To store a number to be dialed via Private

Branch Exchange (PBX)

Before entering a phone number in Step 1:

1 Enter the outside line access digit (e.g., CE))-

2 Press ( HOLD/PAUSE) to enter a pause.

To change a stored number

Store the new number as described on the previous page. The new

information will overwrite the old.

Making calls with speed dialing

1 Press (LINE 1) or (LINE 2) and wait until the line icon — is

displayed and you hear a dial tone.

2 Press (SPEED DIALVPGM).

The display will change to "SPEED DIAL LOCATION

SPEED DIAL LOCATION I

_________

3 Enter the desired speed dialing number ((p) QD to (E) (E) )•

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

Note

You can choose the speed dialing number before pressing ( line 1) or (LINE 2).

20™ Advanced Features

Deleting stored number(s)

With the handset off, press (SPEED DlALyPGM~).

The display will change to "SPEED DIAL LOCATION

Enter speed dialing number (I® (T) to @ ®) you wish to

_________

delete. Press and hold (INTERCOM/DEL) for more than one second.

The display will change to "LOCATION XX DELETED."

LOCATION XX DELETED

4 Press (OFF) to finish.

Notes

In step 2, you can choose the speed dialing nun^ber by pressing A(*tonC) or ▼ (5) to scroll through the speed dial location.

In step 3, you can clear all the speed dialing by pressing and holding

( CONf;clear3 lor more than one second.

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Advanced Features 2V

Talking between the phones

(intercom)

To talk from the handset to the base phone

Press CiNTERCOM/DELy

The INTERCOM lamp on the base phone lights up.

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

When you're done talking, press

(OFF).

To talk from the base phone to the handset

Note

The call to the handset will stop automatically after 5 rings.

22™ Advanced Features

1Press (INTERCOM).

The handset rings. When a person at the handset presses

(INTERCOM/DEL), you will be

connected. The INTERCOM lamp on the base phone lights up.

When you're done talking,

press (OFF).

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