The model and the serial numbers are
located at the bottom of the unit. Record
the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer fo fhese numbers
whene\'er you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. SPP-M932
Serial No.
__________________
IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment,
basic safety precautions should always
he 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.
3. Do not place this product on an
unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious
damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and
the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation. To protect it from
overheating, these openings must not
be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing
the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product
should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. This product
should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation
is provided.
7. This product should be operated only
from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your
dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the
power cord. Do not locate this
product where the cord will be abused
by persons walking on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into
this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the
product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble this product, but
take it to a qualified service personnel
when some service or repair work is
required. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause'electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently
used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following
conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the
product.
C. If the product has been exposed to
rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate
normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the
operating instructions because
improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to
normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than
a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of
electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a
gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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 paek 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 i*art 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 I’art
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-M932) 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. Alst>, 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. It trouble is experienced with this equipment
(SPP-M932), for repair or warranty
uAtormation, please contact Sony Direct
Response Center Tel 1-800-222-7669. If the
equipment is causing harm to the telephone
netn’ork, the telephone company may request
that vou disconnect the equipment until the
problem is resoK'ed.
8. All repairs will be performed in an authorized
Sony service station.
9. This equipment cannot be used to party lines
i>r 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.
Table of contents
Getting Started
6 Read this first
7 Step 1: Checking the package
contents
Step 2: Setting up the base phone
8
Step 3: Preparing the battery
12
pack
Basics
14 Making calls
Redialing
15
Making a call while talking on the
15
other line
16 Receiving calls
Receiving calls on the base phone
17
(Speakerphone)
Receiving a call while talking on
18
the other line
Advanced Features
19 Speed dialing
Setting the ringer type
21
Switching the phones during a
23
call
Talking between the handset and
25
the base phone (Intercom)
Having a conference call
27
Additional Information
30 Resetting the digital security code
Mounting the base phone on a
31
wall
32 Carrying the handset by the belt
clip
Notes on power sources
33
34
Maintenance
35 Troubleshooting
37 Specifications
Index
38
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Table of contents
Getting Started
Read this first
Before you use your phone, you must set it up. Here's a quick way to
set up vour phone: Steps 1, 2, and 3.
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 the base phone.
[ Base phone
Step 3 (pages 12 to 13)
Finally, you need to insert the battery
pack into the handset and place it on
the base phone for charging it for more
than 8 hours.
Handset
About the digital security code
This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to provide protection against
unintentional access to your base phone.
This security code blocks other cordless handsets to make calls through your base
phone.
If you want to reset the security code manually, see page 30.
Getting Started
That’s it!
step 1
Checking the package contents
Make sure you have received the following items m the package. If
anything is missing, contact your local Sony dealer.
AC power adaptor (AC-T122)
Telephone line cords (3)Screws (2) Wall bracket for base phone
Rechargeable battery
pack (BP-T23)
Directory
Handset
Belt clip
Getting Started
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 vou place the base phone affects the reception quality of the
handset.
Away from noise sources such as
a window by a street with heavy
traffic
Away from television
sets and other electronic
equipment
Near a central location
and on a level surface
CAUTION: The cordless telephone operates at a frequency that may cause
interference to nearby TVs and VCRs; the base phone should not be
placed near or on 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.
Away from heat sources, such as
radiators, airducts, and sunlight
Away from
a microwave oven
Away from excessive
moisture, extremely
low temperatures,
dust, mechanical
vibration, or shock
Away from a personal
computer
Away from another
cordless telephone
Gettinq Started
Connect the base phone
If you want to hang the base phone on the wall, mount the phone first
(see page 31).
To connect the base phone to a single outlet having two lines
1
Tip
When you connect the base phone to a single
outlet having two lines, you can connect a
computer or FAX to the "L2/DATA" jack.
To a single outlet
having two lines
Connect the telephone line cord
to the "LI or LI /L2" jack and to
a telephone outlet.
Connect the AC power adaptor
2
to the DC IN 9V jack and to an
AC outlet.
Note
If you connect the base phone to single outlet
having one line, you cannot connect
computer or FAX to the "L2/DATA" jack.
3
Raise the antenna. Make sure it
points toward the ceiling.
Getting Started
continued
step 2: Setting up the base phone (continued)
To connect the base phone to two separate outlets
Connect the telephone line
1
cords to the "LI or L1/L2" and
"L2/DATA" jacks and to the
telephone outlets.
Getting Started
Connect the AC power adaptor
2
to the DC IN 9V jack and to an
AC outlet.
Raise the antenna. Make sure it
3
points toward the ceiling.
Notes
• Use only the supplied AC-T122 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 is not modular, contact your
telephone service company for assistance.
• LI is the first phone line connected to center pair of
wires. L2 is the second phone line connected to outer
pair of wires.
Choose the dialing mode
For the telephone to work properly, select an appropriate dialing mode
(tone or pulse).
Depending on your dialing system, set the DIAL MODE switch as
follows:
If your dialing system is
Tone
Pulse
Set the switch to
TONE
PULSE
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 | 1
step 3
Preparing the battery pack
Insert the battery into the handset and charge first before you start
using your phone.
1
Slide open the battery
compartment lid of the handset.
Insert the battery pack (with
2
contacts facing down) into the
battery compartment.
Close 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 so that
the battery is fully charged.
Battery duration
A fully charged battery pack lasts for about:
• 6 hours when you use the handset continuously
• 10 days when the handset is in standby mode.
Battery life may vary depending on usage condition and ambient
temperature.
Notes
• The battery pack will gradually discharge over a long period of time, even if
not in use.
• The CHARGE lamp on the base phone is always lighted when the handset is
placed on the base phone, even if the battery pack has been fully charged.
• 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 to its full capacity.
When to purchase a new battery pack
If the battery lasts only a few minutes even after 8 hours of charging,
the usable life of the battery has expired and needs replacement.
Contact your local Sony authorized dealer or service center, and ask
for Sony BP-T23 rechargeable battery pack.
Getting Started
I
1
Notes
• If you hear ringer tones during the conversation, another call is coming in on
the other line (see page 16).
• If you hear an error beep when you press fCHANNEL), move closer to the
base phone.
• Do not press (CHANNEL) when you're far from the base phone. The call may
be disconnected.
If the handset battery becomes weak during a call
You hear the beep and the ВАТТ LOW lamp on the handset flashes.
The call will be disconnected soon. Replace the handset on the base
phone to charge.
Redialing
1 Press (LINE 1) or (LINE 2) to Select the line.
The corresponding button lights up.
2 Press (REDIAOPAUSE ) to redial the number last dialed.
Notes
• The number last dialed cannot be stored separately for each line. It is the very
last one you have dialed using either line.
• If the number last dialed exceeds 16 digits, only the first 16 digits are dialed.
Making a call while talking on the other line
Example: Making a call on line 2 while talking on line 1
1Press C HOLD) while talking.
The line 1 is put on hold.
Press ( LINE 2).
2
3
Dial a phone number for the second party.
Now you can talk to the second party on line 2.
Tip -
Even if you do not press (HOLD) in step 1, the line 1 is put on hold by presseing
(UNE2).
You can talk with two parties at the same time using both line 1 and
line 2. (Three-way conference, see page 27)
Basics
Receiving calls
When you hear the phone ring;
• Press (LINE 1 ) or (LINE 2)
whichever button is flashing.
or
• Pick up the handset from the
base phone when the
handset is placed on the base
phone.
The corresponding button
lights up, so you can tell which
line is used.
When you're done talking, press
(OFF) or replace the handset on
the base phone.
The button goes off.
When calls come to line 1 and line
2 at the same time
The phone rings with the line which
comes in first. When you pick up
the handsef from the base phone,
the line which comes in first will be
connected.
Additional tasks
To
Pul a cal! on hold
Switch to another call on
the same line
(''call waiting" service*)
* Contact your telephone company to subscribe to this service.
Basics
Do this
A beep sounds every 20 seconds to inform you that
the line is put on hold.
Press (LINE 1) or C LINE 2) to resume the
conversation.
Press (LINE 1) or C LINE 2) for the current call to
"FLASH" to the new caller.
Press the button again to get back to the first caller.
Receiving calls on the base phone (speakerphone)
When you hear the phone ring,
press ( LINE 1 ) or ( LINE 2),
whichever button is flashing.
When you're done talking, press
(OFF).
(VOLUME t/-) The button goes off.
To
Put a call on hold
Switch to another call on
the same line
("call waiting" service*)
Adjust the speaker volume Press (VOLUME+/-) until the desired level is
Mute all callsPress ( MUTING) to disable the base phone
Do this
Press ( HOLD).
Press (LINE 1 ) or C LINE 2") to resume the
conversation.
Press (LINE 1) or (LINE 2) tor the current call to
"FLASH" to the new caller.
Press the button again to get back to the first caller.
reached.
microphone.
The MUTING button lights up.
Press (MUTING^ again to cancel.
’ Contact your telephone company to subscribe to this service.
To set ringer type, see page 21.
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 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 1 or LINE 2 button flashes in sets of two when the handset or another
extension is in use.
continued
Basics
Receiving calls (continued)
Receiving a call while talking on the other
line
If another call comes while talking on the other line, you will hear a
ringer tone through the speaker of the handset.
Example: Receiving a call on line 2 while talking on line 1
1 Press CHOLD).
The line 1 is put on hold.
2 Press aiNE2).
Now you can talk to another call on line 2.
3 When you're done talking to the second party (on line 2),
press (OFF) to disconnect the line 2.
4 Press (LINE 1).
You can resume the conversation with the first party again.
Tip
Even if vou do not press ( HOLD) in step 1, the line 1 is put on hold by presseing
(LINE 2).
You can talk with two parties at the same time using both line 1 and
line 2 (Three-wav conference, see page 27).
Basics
Advanced Features
Speed dialing
You can dial with a touch of a few keys by storing a phone number on
a dialing key. You can store up to 10 different phone numbers.