Toshiba FT-8801A User Manual

Preparation Basics Caller ID/Call waiting

Additional Information

GETTING STARTED: DO THIS FIRST!

FIRST, CHARGE THE HANDSET BATTERY!

• Set your new phone in an out-of-the-way place near a power outlet where it will not be disturbed.

• Plug the AC adaptor into the wall outlet.

• Plug the AC adaptor cord into the power jack on the base unit.

• Take the cover off the handset battery compartment; plug the battery connector into the receptacle inside the battery compartment and replace the cover. The connector only goes in one way.

• Place the handset into the base unit’s charging cradle. The IN USE/CHARGE LED should light. If not, see TROUBLESHOOTING, page 32.

• The battery charging period has now started. From now until the 12~16 hours period is complete, do not let anything cause the handset to be removed from electrical contact with the base unit’s charging pins or power to be removed from the base unit.

SECOND,

• Before you can take advantage of the Caller ID and Call Waiting features, you must subscribe to these services from your local telephone company.

• Name and number caller ID only work in conjunction with service provided by your local telephone company.

THIRD, Enter your AREA CODE, see page 16.

INTRODUCTION

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FEATURES

Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc., takes pride in presenting the new 900 MHz cordless telephone. The Toshiba cordless telephone features a 16-digit x 3-line dot matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) for caller ID on Call Waiting and speed-dial programming and calling. The sleek new design provides face-up battery charging even when wall mounted. Other features are summarized below.

• 900 MHz Analog Transmission with Extended Talk Range

• 40 Channel Auto Scanning

• 20 Name & Number Caller ID

• Caller ID on Call Waiting

• Advanced Compandor Noise Reduction System

• Backlit 3-Line Alphanumeric LCD Display

• Volume Control (4 Level)

• Ringer Volume and Tone Control

• Digital Security Code (65,536 Codes)

• 10 speed-dial locations, 20 digits each

• Long Standby Battery Life (14 days)

• One Way Page/Handset Locator

• Last Number Redial (32 digits)

• Any-Key Answer

• Reversible Charging System

• Hearing Aid Compatible/HAC Volume

• Desk/Wall Mountable (Bracket included)

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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

LOCATION OF CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Base unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Setting up the base unit (Desk top mounting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

AC adaptor information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Setting up the base unit (Wall mounting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Charging the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Setting the dial mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Setting or canceling the Auto Talk function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Setting or canceling caller ID on call waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Setting the area code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Basics

BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Making a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Receiving a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Out of range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Call waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Handset earpiece volume setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Handset ringer volume setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Tone/Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Interference or static . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Paging the handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

MEMORY DIALING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Storing numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Steps for entering names and special characters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

TABLE OF CONTENTS

If you make a mistake while entering a name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Dialing a stored number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Editing and deleting stored numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Caller ID/Call waiting

CALLER ID/CALL WAITING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Answering a call with caller ID service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Searching caller ID memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Calling back from the caller ID list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Editing caller ID data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Storing to speed-dial memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Deleting caller ID data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Additional Information

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

WARRANTY/SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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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.

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 dry cloth for cleaning.

4 Do not use this product near water

sources, such as bath tubs, wash bowls, kitchen sinks, laundry tubs, wet basements, or swimming pools.

5 Do not place this product on an

unstable cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the telephone.

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, 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 Do not allow anything to rest on the

power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord can be stepped on or tripped over.

8 Do not overload wall outlets and

extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

9 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.

10 Do not disassemble this product.

Opening or removing covers puts you at risk of electrical shock, and incorrect reassembly can cause shocks, sparks or other damage during subsequent use.

11 Take this product to a qualified service

technician under any of the following conditions:

A. When the power supply cord 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 according to the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls covered by this manual. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in serious damage to the unit or your home.

E. If the product has been dropped or

the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance.

12 Do not use the telephone in the

vicinity of a gas leak.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The RBRCTMSeal

The RBRCTMSeal on the (easily removable) nickel-cadmium battery (contained in our product) indicates that Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. (TACP) is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States. The RBRC

cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which is illegal in some areas. TACP’s payments to RBRC

local retailers of replacement nickel-cadmium batteries, or at authorized TACP product service centers. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the spent battery. Please call 1-800-8-BATTER for information on NiCd battery recycling in your area. TACP’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources.

RBRC CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS BY THE

BATTERY, READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

BATTERIES

1 Use only the appropriate type and

size battery pack specified in the instruction manual provided for this product.

2 Do not dispose of the battery pack in

a fire. The cell may explode. Check with State and local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

3 Do not open or mutilate the battery

pack. Released electrolytes are corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-

make it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at

is a trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

4 Exercise care in handling the

batteries. Contact with conductive materials such as rings, bracelets and keys may cause the battery to short out, resulting in overheating which could burn.

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 the battery charger.

ATTENTION: THE PRODUCT THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. UNDER VARIOUS STATE AND LOCAL LAWS, IT MAY BE ILLEGAL TO DISPOSE OF THIS BATTERY INTO THE MUNICIPAL WASTE STREAM. PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL GOVERNMENT FOR DETAILS IN YOUR AREA REGARDING RECYCLING OPTIONS OR PROPER DISPOSAL.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

TO HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT, THIS PRODUCT MAY CONTAIN RECYCLED OR RECONDITIONED PARTS AND MATERIALS.

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900MH

OPER

CID

REDIAL

TALK

TONE/

MEM

PAUSE

VOL/RING

FLASH

SELECT

CID

DELETE

FUNC

L.D./1

LOCAL/3

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

PULSE

HANDSET

Antenna

▲) button (up arrow button)

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

▼

( ) button (Left arrow button)

(page 18)

button

(page 17)

button (page 29)

(

(▼) button (down arrow button)

(page 18)

( ) button (Right arrow button)

▼

(page 14, 31)

button (page 20 to 24, 30 to 31)

(Caller ID) button

(page

27 to 31

)

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES:

Modular Line Cord

(TONE) button

(page 14, 19)

(Memory) button

(page 20)

button (page 19)

Charging contacts

Part # RC008231

button (page 29)

/ button (page 14, 19)

button (page 24, 30 to 31)

(Channel) button (page 19)

Battery compartment (page 12)

(Function) button (page 15 to 16)

Wall Mount Bracket

Part # RC009245

AC Adaptor

TAC-8001

Part # RC009790

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PAGE

CHARGE

IN USE

BASE UNIT

PAGE

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DC IN 9V jack (page 10)

LINE modular jack (page 10)

Hook

Cradle

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

Antenna

IN USE/CHARGE LED

button (page 19)

Rechargeable Battery Pack

For purchase of accessories, please call 1-877-644-7373.

Toshiba TRB-8000

Part # RC004931

Charging contacts

Owner’s manual

Part # RC012153

Quick Reference Guide

Part # RC012154

INSTALLATION

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SETTING UP THE BASE UNIT (DESK TOP MOUNTING)

For setting up the base unit follow the instructions below.

Raise the anntenna to vertical position.

Single-Line

Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected.

Telephone Line Cord

AC Adaptor

• Plug the AC adaptor firmly into the base unit and the AC 120V outlet.

• USE ONLY WITH Supplied AC ADAPTOR (TAC-8001 power source

AC 120V 60Hz/DC9V).

• Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power supply.

Telephone Jack (RJ11C)

Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

AC ADAPTOR INFORMATION

Use only the supplied AC adaptor, or one matching its specifications exactly with this product. Incorrect voltage may damage the unit or cause it to function improperly.

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INSTALLATION

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Wall mount template

IMPORTANT: Before mounting, select a wall area of sufficient strength. If mounting on wallboard or in an area of questionable strength, locate a stud for maximum support of your telephone. Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard.

CUT CUT

•

SETTING UP THE BASE UNIT (WALL MOUNTING)

MOUNTING ON A STANDARD WALL PLATE:

Insert the bracket’s tabs into the notches on the base.

Flip the hook tab over so the tab holds the handset.

• Route the cords through the guides.

• Place the base unit on the posts of the wall plate and push down until it is

firmly seated.

Raise the antenna.

Telephone Line Cord

Single-Line Telephone Jack (RJ11C)

Power Outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

AC Adaptor

NOTES:

• Do not use any outlet controlled by a wall switch.

• If you don’t have a standard wall plate, cut out the template on this page and use it to position two screws (minimum length of 1 with the heads protruding about

/4 inch.

/8 inches) into the wall

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INSTALLATION

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

It is important to charge the battery for 12 to 16 hours continuously without any interruption before you use the handset for the first time.

1 Remove the battery cover on the

Red Black

back of the handset by sliding it down.

2 Plug the battery pack cord into the

connector with the correct polarity. (black and red wires).

3 Place the battery pack in the battery

compartment.

4 Put the battery cover back by

sliding until it snaps into place. Make sure not to get the wires of the battery pack caught in the cover.

Charging contacts

IN USE/ CHARGE LED

5 Place the handset on the base unit.

Be sure the IN USE/CHARGE LED lights. If the IN USE/CHARGE LED does not light, make sure the AC adaptor is plugged in securely.

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