Southwestern Bell FM2575 User Manual

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SOUTHWESTERN BELL FREEDOM PHONE® 7475 N. GLEN HARBOR BLVD., GLENDALE, AZ 85307

Southwestern Bell

®

Integrated Speakerphone Telephone with

Caller ID/Call Waiting and Digital Answering System

Southwestern Bell

Freedom Phone

PLAY

P

L

A

Y

STOP	SKIP/MEMO		TIME SET/REPEAT
	ERASE
	ANSWER ON/OFF	GREETING

NEW CALL

Caller ID

R

E

V

I

E

W

	ERASE	CALL BACK
M1	M2	M3
1	ABC	DEF
	2	3
GHI	JKL	MNO
4	5	6
PQRS	TUV	WXYZ
7	8	9

OPER

*0 #

MEMORY	STORE	REDIAL/PAUSE
MUTE	SPEAKER	FLASH

call	D I G I T A L
waiting	ANSWERING SYSTEM

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FM2575 OWNER'S MANUAL

FM2575 IB-3528A Printed in China

Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone R FM2575

Integrated Speakerphone Telephone with

Caller ID/Call Waiting and Digital Answering System

Contents

Subject

Page Subject

Page

Location of Controls..............................	3
Important Safety Instructions................	6
General Information..............................	8
Unpacking
Helpful Tips from Customer Service....	8
Installation Instructions.........................	8
Battery Installation
Desk or Table Installation
Wall Mounting
Setting Up Your FM2575....................	11
To Set Language
To Set LCD Display Contrast
To Set Area Code
Telephone Operation...........................	12
Tone/Pulse Switch
Dialing a Call
Receiving a Call
Telephone Features..............................	13
Ringer Off/Low/High Control
Last Number Redial
Pulse/Tone Combination Dialing
Pause
Hearing Aid Compatibility
Flash
Lighted Keypad
Mute
Call Timer
Memory Dialing..................................	14
To Program Priority Numbers
To Program Frequently Called Numbers
To Dial Priority Numbers
To Dial Frequently Called Numbers
To Erase a Stored Number
Answering System Operation.............	15
To Turn System On
To Turn System Off
Recording Outgoing Greeting

Checking Your Outgoing Greeting
Setting the Voice Time/Day Stamp
Day Set
Hour Set
Minute Set
AM/PM Set
To Record a Memo
Ring Select
Toll Saver
Voice Activated Recording (VOX)
Message Playback...................................	18
Incoming Message
Message Playback
Stop
Repeat
Playback Previous Message
Skip
Erase
Message Full Detection
Call Interrupt
Call Screening
Battery Backup
Remote Operation...................................	20
Caller ID Features...................................	21
Receiving Call Waiting Caller ID
Reviewing Calls
Caller ID Redial
Caller ID Erase
Priority Calls
LCD Description.....................................	24
Answers To Commonly Asked
Questions.................................................	25
Trouble Shooting Guide..........................	27
FCC Wants You to Know........................	30
Service.....................................................	31
Limited Warranty....................................	32

Location of Controls

TOP VIEW:

Handset Off Hook	Stop Answer On/Off/Erase				Play/Skip/Memo
Handset Reset
					Time Set/Repeat
Handset Receiver					Greeting
Volume Control		Freedom Phone
		Southwestern Bell
			PLAY		New Call LED
			P
			L
			A
			Y		LCD Display
	STOP		SKIP/MEMO	TIME SET/REPEAT
	ERASE
	ANSWER ON/OFF/ERASE GREETING				Caller ID
		Caller ID		NEW CALL
					Review Knob
					R
					E
					V
					I
					E
					W
Speaker					Caller ID
	ERASE		CALL BACK		Redial/Call Back
	M1		M2	M3	Memory
	1		ABC	DEF
			2	3	Button 1, 2, 3
	GHI		JKL	MNO	Caller ID Erase
	4		5	6	Memory
	PQRS		TUV	WXYZ
	7		8	9	Store
			OPER	#
			0
	MEMORY		STORE	REDIAL/PAUSE
	*				Redial/Pause
	MUTE		SPEAKER	FLASH	Flash
	call		D I G I T A L
Coil Cord	waiting		ANSWERING SYSTEM
	Mute				Speakerphone

Microphone

2

3

Location of Controls (Cont.)

SIDE VIEW:

RECEIVER

NORM/HIGH

Receiver Volume

Control

REVIEW

	ME
LU
VO	H
W	HIG
LO

Speakerphone Volume Control

Caller ID Review Knob

LCD DISPLAY:

Repeat Call Icon		Battery Low Icon VIP Icon						Time	Month
Call Counter
	NEW	RPT					VIP	AM	Day
New Call Icon	CALL							PM
Call Number
Display
Call Name Display	Repeat Call Counter
		4

Location of Controls (Cont.)

REAR VIEW:

AC Adaptor 9V

Telephone

Pulse/Tone

Ringer/Off/Low/High

Ring Select

AC200mA Jack

Line Jack

Switch

Switch

(2,4,TS) Switch

AC9V	RINGER
PULSE/TONE	OFF/LOW/HIGH	2/4/TS

BOTTOM VIEW:

Coil Cord Jack

PLEASE READ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ON PAGE 6 BEFORE USE.

Congratulations!

You have purchased an Integrated Speakerphone Telephone With Caller ID/Call Waiting and Digital Answering System manufactured to the highest standards of SOUTHWESTERN BELL FREEDOM PHONE® RETAIL SALES. You will enjoy the benefits of its deluxe features, which you can operate conveniently and accurately.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY, 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 telephone jack and power 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 bathtub, washbowl, 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 it.

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 a bed or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.

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 place this product where the cord will be abused by persons stepping on it.

9.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cord, as this can result in 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 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 serviceman 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 supply 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.

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

Save These Instructions

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Safety Instructions for Batteries

CAUTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS, READ AND

FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

1.Use only the size and type of batteries mentioned in the Owner's Manual.

2.Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

3.Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

4.Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the batteries with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The batteries or conductors may overheat and cause burns.

5.Do not attempt to recharge the batteries identified for use with this product.

The batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode.

6.Do not attempt to rejuvenate the batteries identified for use with this product by heating it. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur, causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin.

7.When replacing batteries, all batteries should be replaced at the same time.

Mixing fresh and discharged batteries could increase internal cell pressure and rupture the discharged batteries.

8.When inserting batteries into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be observed. Reverse insertion of the batteries can cause charging, and that may result in leakage or explosion.

9.Remove the batteries from this product if the product will not be used for a long period of time (several months or more) since during this time the batteries could leak in the product.

10.Discard "dead" batteries as soon as possible since "dead" batteries are more likely to leak in a product.

11.Do not store this product, or the batteries identified for use with this product, in

high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for the purpose of extending shelf life should be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting. After cold storage, batteries should be stabilized at room temperature

prior to use.

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General Information

UNPACKING

This package contains:

•FM2575 Telephone with Caller ID/Call Waiting and Digital Answering System

•One (1) AC Adaptor 120V AC

•Owner's manual

•One (1) Desk Mount Bracket

•One (1) Fully Modular Coil Cord

•One (1) Long Fully Modular Telephone Line Cord (Long Straight Cord)

•One (1) Short Fully Modular Telephone Line Cord (Short Straight Cord)

•One (1) Quick Reference Guide

•Warranty Card (Part Of Owner's Manual)

•Remote Access Card

If anything is missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase. Keep the packaging to transport the telephone.

Helpful Tips From Customer Service

1.You must subscribe to Caller ID and Call Waiting service from your local telephone company for your FM2575 to operate.

2.Remove the "peel off label" covering the FM2575's display.

3.Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TELEPHONE LINE jack on the FM2575 and the other end into the modular outlet in your telephone wall jack.

4.Plug the AC Power Adapter into the FM2575 before connecting it to the wall outlet.

5.Make sure you can read the display clearly. Adjust the display contrast by pressing and holding the CALL BACK and ERASE buttons at the same time for 2 seconds. Rotate the "REVIEW" knob to select the contrast. Press ERASE to confirm the contrast.

Installation

CAUTION

1.Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2.Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

3.Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the incoming telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

4.Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Note: Refer to "FCC Requirements" section on page 28 before connection to telephone line.

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Telephone Installation

Battery Installation

1.Insert a ball point pen into the hole located in the battery compartment door (on the bottom of the base). This will loosen the door, and you should lift the battery compartment door.

2.Install one 9V Alkaline battery. One 9 volt battery (not included) is required to maintain your personalized greeting and recorded messages during a power failure. If there is a power failure and the battery is not installed, both your personalized

greeting and recorded messages will be lost. NOTE: You must install 9 volt battery

in order for the Caller ID and Telephone operation to function properly.

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Figure B

Choose Your Location

Before making any connections, install the FM2575 near an AC power outlet and a telephone wall jack (RJ11C).

Desk or Table Installation

1. Connect the COIL CORD into the jack on the bottom of the base (Fig. C).

9	Figure C
Batter
V	2. Plug one end of the telephone line
y
	cord into the TELEPHONE JACK located
	on the back of the FM2575, and the other
	end into the modular outlet in your
	Figure A
	telephone wall jack (Fig. D).

3. Replace battery compartment door and snap into place.

Note: After installing a 9V battery, system displays "SET LANGUAGE ". Your FM2575

enters setting mode. (See Setting Up Your FM2575 section for details.)

Replace a new 9V alkaline battery when the Battery Low Indicator

(BATTERY LOW ICON) appears on the LCD display. The battery level is indicated by the presence of the battery indicator during normal operation. If the 9 Volt battery is low or has been installed incorrectly, the battery low indicator will appear on the LCD display. (Fig. B)

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Figure D

3. Connect the AC adaptor into the AC ADAPTOR JACK on the back of the base and into the AC wall power outlet. Do not attach (staple, etc.) the power supply cord to the building wall (Fig. E).

Figure E

AC

ADAPTER

The Message Counter will then countdown from 9 to 0. The unit is checking its memory, and you should not press any buttons.

Telephone Installation (Cont.)

When you plug in your unit for the first time, it will take approximately 14 seconds for the unit to check its memory (It will announce "Wait For Operation"). When the memory check is complete, your system will announce "Unit Ready" and will reset to answer incoming calls. It will answer incoming calls with a prerecorded greeting; "Hello,We are not available now; please leave your name and number after the beep." To record a personalized greeting refer to page 15.

4. Connect the desk mount bracket to the bottom of the base. This will tilt the base for enhanced Caller ID visibility.

Wall Mounting On a Wall Plate

1.Connect the coil cord into the handset jack and the jack on the bottom of the unit.

2.Connect the AC adaptor into the AC ADAPTOR JACK on the bottom of the unit and plug the other end into the 110/120 volt outlet.

3.Connect the short telephone line cord

to the modular jack located on the bottom of the base. Insert the other end into the wall jack, making sure it snaps firmly in place (Fig.F).

On Two Screws

1.Fasten two screws into the wall, placing them 3-1/4" apart vertically. They should extend 3/16" from the wall.

2.Connect the coil cord into the handset jack and the jack on the bottom of the unit.

3.Connect the AC adaptor into the AC ADAPTOR JACK on the bottom of the unit and plug the other end into the 110/120 volt outlet.

4.Simply connect the long telephone line cord to the modular jack and thread through the groove on the bottom of the unit. (Fig.G)

Figure G

5.Mount the unit by fitting the two screws into the keyway holes on the bottom of the base. Pull down gently for a snug fit. The LINE CORD should hang down behind the unit.

6.Plug the LINE CORD into the wall modular jack.

Figure F

4. Position the bottom of the base over the two studs of the wall plate. Pull down to

lock in place (Fig.F).

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Setting Up Your FM2575

To Set Language

1. If "SET LANGUAGE" is not displayed on	flash
the screen, press and hold CALL BACK
Button for 2 seconds. The LCD display
will show:

		3. Press the "ERASE" Button again to
2.	Rotate the "REVIEW" knob to select	end the setting. The display will show
	English, French or Spanish.	the default time and day. The unit is
3.	Press the"ERASE" Button to confirm	now ready to receive calls.	Month Day
	the language selected. The unit will

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then proceed to the contrast setting mode.

The correct date and time are automatically set when your FM2575 receives its first call.

To Set LCD Display Contrast

1.Rotate the "REVIEW" knob clockwise to make the contrast lighter or counter clockwise to make the contrast darker.

2.Press "ERASE" Button to confirm selection.The unit will then proceed

to the area code setting mode.

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To Set Area Code

Note: In order for the Caller ID Redial feature to work properly, you must set your area code.

1.Rotate the "REVIEW" knob clockwise or counter clockwise until you have entered the correct first digit of your local area code. Press the "ERASE" Button to move to the next digit.

2.Repeat step 1 for the programming of the second and third digits of your local area code.

Note:

1.If you try to use the telephone before finishing the Caller ID set up, or if

you pause more than 40 seconds during any of the above steps, the display will show "SET LANGUAGE" to remind you to finish this sequence.

2.To set up your FM2575 again, press and hold the "CALL BACK" Button for 2 seconds to restart setup.

3.If you only want to adjust the LCD display contrast in standby mode or in review mode, press and hold the "CALL BACK" and "ERASE" Button at the same time. LCD will show "CONTRAST ", to indicate that your FM2575 has entered contrast setting mode.

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