• Keep the telephone dry. If it gets wet, wipe it
dry immediately. Liquids might contain minerals
that can corrode the electronic circuits.
• Use and store the telephone in a normal temperature environment. Temperature
extremes can shorten the life of electronic
devices and distort or melt parts.
• Keep the telephone away from excessive dust and dirt that can cause premature wear of parts.
• Wipe the telephone with a damp cloth
occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use
harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong
detergents to clean the system.
Features
• Single line operation
• Tone/Pulse dialing (selectable)
• Message waiting lamp (90VDC Neon)
• Convenient data port
• Handset volume control
• Flash function (600mS)
• Dial in handset
• Last number redial
• Hi/Low ringer volume control
• Desk or wall mountable
• Secured, permanent mounting option
• Fully modular
• Hearing aid compatible
CAUTION INFORMATION
• Never install telephone or network wiring
during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephone or Ethernet jacks in
wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
• Never touch uninstalled telephone wires or
terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying
telephone and network lines.
CONNECTING THE HANDSET CORD
Plug one end of the modular coiled handset cord
into the receptacle located on the left side of
the base unit. Plug the remaining end into the
receptacle on the handset.
CONNECTING THE LINE CORD
Plug one end of the 12-foot modular telephone
line cord into the receptacle on the bottom of the
base unit. Route the cord through the cord channel
provided. Plug the remaining end of the line cord
into a standard telephone outlet.
HANDSET RETAINING CLIP
The handset retaining clip must be activated to hold
the handset when wall mounting the telephone. To
activate, remove the clip, rotate it 180° and snap it
back into place.
WALL MOUNTING
The TeleMatrix Trimline telephone can be wall
mounted to a standard telephone wall jack plate.
Using the 3-inch line cord, plug one end into
the receptacle on the bottom of the base unit.
The remaining end will plug into the wall jack.
Carefully align the slots on the bottom of the base
unit with the wall mount studs on the jack plate.
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Once aligned, slide the base unit onto the studs
and snap the base unit into place.
Operation
CALLING
SECURE MOUNTING OPTION
The TeleMatrix Trimline base unit can be
permanently attached to the wall using screws.
This mounting option is ideal for areas requiring
security. Underneath the index card are 2 mounting
holes. To locate, remove the clear plastic overlay
and the paper index.
Switch Settings
TONE/PULSE SWITCH
The Tone/Pulse switch is located underneath a
cover plate located on the handset. Use a sharp
pointer to remove the switch cover plate to expose
the switch.
Set the switch to the proper dialing mode that is
compatible to your line service. If your lines are
equipped with touch-tone service, set the switch
to the Tone position. If you do not have touch-tone
service, set the switch to the pulse position. The Pulse
setting will electronically simulate rotary dialing.
MESSAGE WAITING SWITCH
This telephone is standard equipped to support
eight high-voltage (90VDC Neon) or low-voltage
(LED) message-waiting systems. A selector switch
is provided underneath the faceplate for security.
The options are:
NEON = 90 VDC NEON
LED = LOW VOLTAGE
Note: The switch is factory set to the Neon position.
RINGER VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH
There is a slide switch located on the right side of
the base unit that is used to adjust the loudness
of the ringing sound. A low and high setting are
provided. Select the desired loudness by sliding
the switch in the appropriate position.
PLACING A CALL USING THE HANDSET
• Lift the handset (off-hook position).
• Dial out by using the numeric dial pad.
RECEIVING A CALL USING THE HANDSET
• Lift the handset when ringing.
Service
Cetis, Inc., is the manufacturer of Scitec, Teledex,
and TeleMatrix brand guest room telephones.
When problems arise that cannot be resolved
using this or related documents, please go to
www.telematrix.net/support for information about
customer support, technical support, warranty,
and product returns.
Statement of Limited Warranty
TELEMATRIX, INC. warrants to its [original
end customer] [purchaser] that Spectrum
PLUS, Marquis and RETRO branded products
manufactured by TELEMATRIX, INC. are free
from defects in materials and workmanship for
five (5) years after the date of purchase, products
manufactured by TELEMATRIX, INC. are free from
defects in materials and workmanship for three
(3) years, other than the following products for
which the warranty period shall be one (1) year:
handset batteries, either NiCd or NiMH, used in
TELEMATRIX, INC. cordless products. If a product
fails this warranty during the warranty period,
TELEMATRIX, INC. will, at its option, either repair
or replace the defective product or parts, or
deliver replacements for defective products or
parts on an exchange basis at no additional charge
to the customer except as set forth below. Repair
parts or replacement products may be either new
or reconditioned. Products or parts returned to
TELEMATRIX, INC. under this warranty will become
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the property of TELEMATRIX, INC. Warranties on
products repaired by TELEMATRIX, INC. expire at
the termination of the original warranty period.
This limited warranty does not cover
1. Products or parts which are damaged,
abused or misused;
2. Any damage resulting from improper
installation, maintenance or operation of the
product;
3. Damage resulting from unauthorized
modification or repair of the product, or
from improper connection of the product to
other equipment;
4. Cords, connectors and replaceable batteries;
5. Damage in transit to the TELEMATRIX, INC.
repair facility;
6. Any product or part unless proof of date
of purchase is submitted with the product
when returned for warranty repair; or
7. Costs incurred by the customer in removing
and shipping the product to TELEMATRIX,
INC. for repair or replacement, and costs of
reinstallation of the product.
8. Products or parts which are not owned and
used by the original end user customer.
The cost and risk of loss or damage for sending
the product to TELEMATRIX, INC. will be borne by
the customer.
TELEMATRIX, INC. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL
WARRANTIES EXCEPT THE LIMITED WARRANTY
SET FORTH HEREIN, WHICH IS THE SOLE AND
EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY OF THE PRODUCT, AND IS
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER
ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR
STATUTORY. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE CUSTOMER’S SOLE
REMEDY UNDER THE TELEMATRIX, INC. WARRANTY
SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED
ABOVE. IN NO EVENT WILL TELEMATRIX, INC. BE
LIABLE TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR
ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
DAMAGES OF LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUES, LOSS
OF USE OF FACILITIES OR EQUIPMENT, OR COST OF
SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT ARISING OUT OF THE USE
OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF THE
CUSTOMER HAS ADVISED TELEMATRIX, INC. OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. TELEMATRIX, INC.
LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE
PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT.
This limited warranty is non-transferable without the
prior written approval of TELEMATRIX, INC. It gives
the customer specific legal rights. The customer
may have other rights which vary under local law.
Some jurisdictions may not allow limitations on
the term of an implied warranty or exclusions or
limitations of incidental or consequential damages.
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 the product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaner
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water—for
example, near a bathtub, 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
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openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug,
or any other similar surface. This product
should never be place 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. 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.
8. To reduce the risk of electric shock do
not disassemble this product. Take it
to a qualified service facility if 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.
9. Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
– When the power supply cord or plug is
damaged or frayed.
– If liquid has been spilled into the product.
– If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
– If the product does not operate normally
by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions, as
improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and may require
extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal operation.
– If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
– If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
10. Avoid using a telephone (other than a
cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
11. Do not use the telephone to report a gas
leak in the vicinity of the leak.
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
FCC Interference Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
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
for the radio or television that is receiving the
interference).
– Reorient or relocate and increase the
separation between the telecommunications
equipment and receiving antenna.
– Connect the telecommunications equipment
into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiving antenna is connected.
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FCC RF Radiation Exposure
Statement
The installation of the base unit should allow
at least 20 centimeters between the base and
persons to be in compliance with FCC RF exposure
guidelines. For body-worn operation, the portable
part (handset) has been tested and meets FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
This device must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry of Canada Requirements
Note: This equipment meets the applicable
Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical
Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration
number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration
number signifies that registration was performed
based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating
that Industry Canada technical specifications
were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada
approved the equipment.
telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system,
if present, are connected together. This precaution may
be particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such
connections themselves, but should contact
the appropriate electric inspection authority, or
electrician, as appropriate.
Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)
assigned to each terminal device provides an
indication of the maximum number of terminals
allowed to be connected to a telephone interface.
The termination on an interface may consist of
any combination of devices subject only to the
requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.
REN: Z
For warranty and service in Canada, please contact:
Before installing this equipment, users should
ensure that it is permissible to be connected to
the facilities of the local telecommunications
company. The equipment must also be installed
using an acceptable method of connection. The
customer should be aware that compliance with
the above conditions may not prevent degradation
of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be
coordinated by a representative designated by the
supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by a user
to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may
give the telephone communications company cause
to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection, that
the electrical ground connections of the power utility,
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Requirements of Part 15—
FCC Rules
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:
1. Move the telephone away from the receiver.
2. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
Any changes made by the user not approved by
the manufacturer can void the user’s authority to
operate the telephone.
Requirements of Part 68—
FCC Rules
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC
Rules and the requirements adopted by ACTA. On
the bottom of this telephone is a label that contains,
among other information, a product identifier in
the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this
number must be provided to the telephone company.
The USOC Jack for this equipment is RJ11C.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment
to the premises wiring and telephone network
must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules
and requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant
telephone cord and modular plug are provided with
this telephone. It is designed to be connected to a
compatible modular jack that is also compliant.
See installation instructions for details.
If this telephone 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 is not 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.
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 the necessary
modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for
repair or warranty information, please contact
Teledex at (800) 462-9446. 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.
There are no user-serviceable parts contained in
this equipment.
Connection to party line service is subject to state
tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission,
public service commission, or corporation
commission for information.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to
determine the number of devices that may be connected
to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line
may result in the devices not ringing in response to an
incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of 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.
For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for
this product is a part of the product identifier that has
the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented
by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a
REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is separately
shown on the label.
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If your home has specially wired alarm equipment
connected to the telephone line, ensure the
installation of this product does not disable your
alarm equipment. If you have questions about
what will disable alarm equipment, consult your
telephone company or a qualified installer.
This telephone is hearing aid compatible.
These telephone devices are intended for commercial
use only, primarily in hotel guestrooms. They must
be used with a PBX (private branch exchange), and
are not intended to be connected directly to a PSTN
line (public switched telephone network). There are
no user-serviceable parts inside the equipment.