Verizon CY-386B Owner's Manual Installation And Operating Instructions

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Owner’s Manual Installation and Operating Instructions

CAL L E R ID / CALLER ID CAL L W AITING / CAL L W AI TING ID O PTIONS C OM PATIBL E

Caller ID, Caller ID Call Waiting, and/or Call Waiti ng ID Options

services, where available, are available from Verizon. After

subscribing to Caller ID, Caller ID C all Waiting and/or Call

Waiting ID Options ser vices, this phone will display Caller/Caller

Waited part y’s name and phone num

ber, and the associated soft

keys of the Call Waiting ID Options ser vices.

Please read

this manual carefully before use. Keep for your reference.

CY-386B 2.4 GHz DIGITAL

EXPANDABLE CORDLESS SYSTEM

PAG E

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

IMPORTANT S AFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................4

SPECIAL FEATURES...............................................................................................................5

CHOOSE THE BEST LOCATION...........................................................................................6

LOCATION OF CONTROLS...................................................................................................7

Handset...................................................................................................................................7

Base Unit................................................................................................................................9

LCD DISPLAY........................................................................................................................10

Backlit LCD Display............................................................................................................10

Backlit Keypad.....................................................................................................................10

DATA PORT............................................................................................................................11

QUICK REFERENCE.............................................................................................................12

GETT ING S TARTED

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK......................................................................................16

Low Battery..........................................................................................................................16

Clean the Battery Contacts...................................................................................................16

Spare / Back Up Battery.......................................................................................................17

Changing drained handset battery in the middle of a call....................................................17

CONNECTING THE BASE UNIT.........................................................................................18

REGISTRATION & DE-REGISTRATION OF HANDSETS.................................................18

Registration..........................................................................................................................18

De-register a handset............................................................................................................19

CHOOSE THE DIALING M ODE ..........................................................................................20

WALLM OUNTING BASE UNIT...........................................................................................21

M ENU

STRUCTURE AND OPTIONS...............................................................................................22

INITIAL S ETTINGS

Naming.................................................................................................................................24

Language..............................................................................................................................24

Ringer & Beep.....................................................................................................................25

Answer M ode (only available in handset menu)..............................................................26

Contrast................................................................................................................................26

Call Waiting ID Options.......................................................................................................26

New Call Lamp....................................................................................................................27

Audible Caller ID (only available in base unit menu)......................................................27

Time and Date Setting..........................................................................................................27

Intercom Set Up...................................................................................................................28

M essage Waiting Indicator...................................................................................................28

BAS IC OPERATION

MAKING A CALL..................................................................................................................29

Direct Dial from Handset.....................................................................................................29

Direct Dial from Base Unit..................................................................................................29

ANSWERING A CALL..........................................................................................................30

TO REDIAL A CALL.............................................................................................................30

Directly Redial Last Dialed Numbers..................................................................................30

C O NT E NT S

Dial from the List of Dialed Numbers.................................................................................31

ADJUSTING HANDSET RECEIVER VOLUM E .................................................................31

TO M UTE A CALL.................................................................................................................31

PAGING AND INTERCOM .....................................................................................................32

Locate misplaced handset(s)................................................................................................32

Intercom between handsets..................................................................................................32

SETTING ALARM 32

USING HANDSET SPEAKERPHONE..................................................................................33

INSTALLING AND USING HEADSET................................................................................33

ADVANCED O PERAT ION

FLASH.....................................................................................................................................34

Call Waiting.........................................................................................................................34

PAUSE .....................................................................................................................................34

Enter a Pause in Dialing Sequence......................................................................................34

HOLD.......................................................................................................................................34

SENDING TONE SIGNALS IN PULSE DIALING M ODE..................................................35

DIAL VOICE M AIL................................................................................................................35

Program your own Voicemail access number......................................................................35

Using DIAL V.M . softkey....................................................................................................36

DIAL BACK FROM CALLER ID LIST ................................................................................36

DAILING FROM PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY ..................................................................36

CONFERENCE CALL............................................................................................................37

3 Way calling........................................................................................................................37

ROOM MONITORING...........................................................................................................37

The handset in the room to be monitored............................................................................37

The handset / base used for monitoring...............................................................................37

CALLER ID OPERATION

ABOUT CALLER IDENTIFICATION...................................................................................38

CALLER LIST.........................................................................................................................38

M emory M atch.....................................................................................................................38

Review Caller List...............................................................................................................38

Delete Record(s) from Caller List........................................................................................39

Call Back from Caller List...................................................................................................39

Special Call Display.............................................................................................................39

Call Display M essages.........................................................................................................40

VOICE ANNOUNCE CALLER ID........................................................................................40

CALL WAITING ID OPTIONS..............................................................................................41

Call Waiting ID Options Set to OFF....................................................................................41

Call Waiting ID Options Set to ON......................................................................................41

Call Waiting ID Options: JOIN............................................................................................42

Call Waiting ID Options: HOLD.........................................................................................42

PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY

CREATING A PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY RECORD.......................................................43

Copy from a Caller ID Number...........................................................................................43

Add a New Number/Name...................................................................................................44

RECORDING VOICE ANNOUNCE NAM E.........................................................................45

REVIEW ING PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY.........................................................................45

EDITING A PHONE BOOK NUM BER.................................................................................46

C O NT E NT S

DELETING AN ENTRY FROM A PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY.......................................47

DELETING ALL PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY RECORDS ...............................................47

DIALING FROM PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY...................................................................47

M ULT I HANDS ET OPERATIONS

INTERCOM.............................................................................................................................48

CALL TRANSFER..................................................................................................................49

Blind Transfer......................................................................................................................49

Announced Transfer.............................................................................................................49

Transferring to all handsets..................................................................................................50

CALL CONFERENCING.......................................................................................................50

M ultiple Party Conference Call...........................................................................................50

WALKIE-TALKIE OPERATION............................................................................................51

OPTIONAL FEAT URE D IAL LIST

DIALING SERVICES .............................................................................................................52

ADDITION AL INFO RM ATION

CAPACITY..............................................................................................................................53

M emory................................................................................................................................53

Call Repeat Number.............................................................................................................53

OUT OF RANGE.....................................................................................................................53

NO CONNECTION.................................................................................................................53

TROUBLES HOOTING ........................................................................................................54

CARE AND M ANITANENCE 55 FCC REQUIREM ENTS 56 WARRANTY 58 WALLM OUNTING TEM PLATE 59

C O NT E NT S

Important Safety Instructions:

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, always follow

these basic safety precautions when using your telephone equipm ent.

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions.

2. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet

before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If necessary, use a soft cloth lightly m oistened with a m ild detergent solution.

3. Do not use this telephone near a bathtub,

kitchen sink, wash bowl, laundry tub, swimm ing pool, a wet basem ent or anywhere else there is water or liquid.

4. Do not place this telephone on an unstable cart,

stand or table. A fall could cause serious dam age to the phone.

5. Slots and openings in the cabinet at the back or

bottom are provided for ventilation to protect the unit from overheating. These openings m ust not be blocked or covered. Do not place this telephone on a bed, sofa, rug or other sim ilar surface. This telephone should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This telephone should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

6. Never push objects of any kind through slots in

the phone. They could 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 telephone.

7. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet and

refer to a qualified service representative in any of the following situations:a) If liquid has been spilled into the telephone. b) If the telephone has been exposed to rain or

water.

c) If the telephone does not operate norm ally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Im proper adjustm ent of other controls m ay result in dam age and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the telephone to norm al operation.

d) If the telephone has been dropped or the

case has been dam aged.

e) If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in

performance.

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

9. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There m ay be a rem ote risk of electric shock from lightning.

10. Never install jacks in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

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

12. Use with caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

13. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassem ble this product, but take it to a qualified serviceman when som e service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers m ay expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassem bly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

14. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this m anual. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. They m ay explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.

15 . Plug the adaptor to the socket-outlet that near

the equipm ent and shall be easily accessible.

16. CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Use only battery type CYB-103, NiMH 3.6V, 750m Ah DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO YOUR LOCAL CODE.

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Use only with Class 2 Power Source, 9V DC, 500m A for base unit

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SPECIAL FEATURES

Your new Multi-handset Cordless System is designed and engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding perform ance.

Note:

Charge all of the batteries for at least 15 hours prior to initial use.

SEE PAGE 15 FOR DETAILS!

• 2.4 GHz Digital Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum Cordless Phone

• Multiple handsets capability, supports up to 4 handsets

(If you want an additional handset for this expandable system , you m ay purchase m odel CY-381 from Verizon Teleproducts at 1-800-277-1060)

• Multi-party Conference call between handset(s), the base unit and an external line

• Two-way intercom between 2 handsets or between base and handset

• Room m onitoring

• Handset-to-Handset walkie-talkie function totally independent of the base unit.

• Handsfree speakerphone on handset

• Handsfree speakerphone on base unit, giving the base unit com plete functionality of

another handset

• Dedicated keys on the base unit: Redial / Flash / Mute / Intercom / Speakerphone /

Directory / Voicem ail / Shortcut to Optional Features Dial

• Caller ID Type I, II and Call W aiting ID Options capability

• Voice Announce Caller ID

• Backlit 7-Line Multi-Function LCD on both the handset and the base unit

• Five soft keys on base unit and each handset to access different functions depending

on which mode the phone is currently in.

• Handset and base unit Volum e Control

• New Call/Voice Mail Message W aiting Indicator on both handset and base unit

• Out of Range indication

• Non-volatile mem ory for 40 Name and Num ber Caller ID Records, 40 Personal

Nam es and Num bers on each handset, 32 General Nam e and Num ber Phone Book Directory shared am ong all handsets and 22 Last Dialed Num ber directory on each handset

• Real tim e and Alarm Clock

• English/Spanish Intelligent LCD Display

• Spare Battery Capability

• Built-in DSL Filter

• Data Port

• 2.5 m m Headset Jack

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Check to be sure that the following item s com e with the phone. If there is anything m issing or any visible dam age, contact the original place of purchase. Do not attem pt to operate the system if it is dam aged.

• Base Unit

• Two Handsets with Belt Clips

• Three Battery Packs

• One Charging Cradle

• One Long Telephone Line Cord

• One Short Telephone Line Cord for W all Mounting

• One AC Adapter

• One W all-Mounting Bracket

• Owner’s Manual(s)

CHOOSE THE BEST LOCATION

Calls are transm itted between the base unit and the handset, or between handsets, by using wireless radio waves. For m axim um distance and noise-free operation, here are som e im portant guidelines you should consider:

1. The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet which is not switch-controlled.

2. Keep the base and the handset away from sources of electrical noise such as TV, personal com puter, or another cordless phone.

3. Place base in a HIGH, CENTRAL location with no obstructions such as walls.

4. The base can be placed on a desk, tabletop or m ounted on wall.

Note:

W hile using the handset:

If you are near a m icrowave oven which is being used, noise m ay be heard from the receiver or the speaker. Move away from the microwave oven and closer to the base unit.

If m ore than one cordless phone is being used and your handset is near another cordless phone’s base unit, noise m ay be heard. Move away from other cordless phone’s base unit and closer to your base unit.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

Handset

Line Indicator

(a) Flashes rapidly when ringing. (b) Flashes regularly if you have m essage in your voicem ail or new Caller ID in Call Log. (c) Lights when the handset is in use.

Talk / OFF Key

Allows you to access the telephone line or to release the line.

Speakerphone Indicator

Lights when speakerphone is in use.

Speakerphone Key [Spk.]

(a) Press to activate / deactivate the handsfree speakerphone during a call (b) Dial the num ber on the display with speakerphone m ode. You are still required to press [OFF] to end your call.

Mute / Dial 7 Key

(a) W hile reviewing the Call ID Record, press [Dial 7] to Call Back in 7-digit form at. (b) W hile on a call, press [Mute] to m ute the m icrophone for privacy.

Redial / Pause / Dial 10 Key

(a) W hile reviewing the Call ID Record, press [Dial 10] to Call Back in 10-digit form at. (b) W hile off-hook, press [Redial] to recall and dial the last phone num ber dialed. (c) W hile on-hook, press [Redial] to access the Redial List. Using [▼ ] or [▲ ] to select

the desired num ber and press [Talk] or [O.K.] softkey to dial it.

(d) Pressing the key during Pre-dial or Phone book directory num ber entry will enter a

3-second pause into a dialing sequence, indicated by “P”.

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Flash / Dial 11 Key

(a) W hile reviewing the Call ID Record, press [Dial 11] to Call Back in 11-digit form at. (b) The [Flash] key is used to access telephone com pany services such as Call W aiting.

Scroll Keys [▼] / [▲]

(a) W hile on a call, press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to adjust the volum e. (b) During standby, press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to scroll through Menu options; access Caller ID

Records, Phonebook Directory Records and Redial List.

Intercom Key [Int.]

During standby, press the key to activate the intercom function between handsets or with the base unit, answer a paging call, or term inate an intercom call. W hile on a line, press the key to transfer the call to a particular handset or the base.

5 Softkeys

These softkeys are used to select functions displayed directly above the keys. Functions displayed above the keys will change depending on the m ode of operation.

For exam ple, on the display below, [SAVE], [M ENU], [SER VICE], [DIR.] & [DIAL V.M.] are displayed above the sofkeys. To operate the phone book directory, press the second softkey from the right-hand-side.

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e.g.

Pressing this softkey

when the phone is idled

will enter into Phone Book Directory

operation

Base Unit

Line Indicator

(a) Flashes rapidly when ringing. (b) Flashes regularly if you have m essage in your voicem ail or new Caller ID in Call Log. (c) Flashes slowly during handset registration (d) Lights when the line is in use.

Speakerphone Indicator

Lights when speakerphone is in use.

Speakerphone Key [Spk.]

Press to turn on the handsfree speakerphone and dial the num ber on the display. You are still required to press [OFF] to end your call.

Mute / Dial 7 Key

(a) W hile reviewing the Call ID Record, press [Dial 7] to Call Back in 7-digit form at. (b) W hile on a call, press [Mute] to m ute the m icrophone for privacy.

Redial / Pause / Dial 10 Key

desired num ber and press a LINE key or [Spk.] to dial it.

(d) Pressing the key during Pre-dial or Phone book directory num ber entry will enter a

3-second pause into a dialing sequence, indicated by “P”.

Flash / Dial 11 Key

(a) W hile reviewing the Call ID Record, press [Dial 11] to Call Back in 11-digit form at. (b) The [Flash] key is used to access telephone com pany services such as Call W aiting.

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Scroll Keys [▼] / [▲]

(a) W hile on a call, press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to adjust the volum e. (b) During standby, press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to scroll through Menu options; access Caller ID

Records, Phonebook Directory Records and Redial List.

Intercom / Page Key [Int./Page]

During standby, press the key to activate the intercom function between handsets or between handset and base unit, answer a paging call, or term inate an intercom call. W hile on a line, press the key to transfer the call to a particular handset.

5 Softkeys

Depending on the m ode of operation, the corresponding functions of the 5 Softkeys are displayed on the screen. Please refer to the figure on page 8 for detailed descriptions.

LCD DISPLAY

Backlit LCD Display

Both the handset and the base unit have the backlit LCD display. It will light when you start using the handset or the base unit, or when a call is received. The display light will stay on for a few seconds after pressing a button or lifting the handset off the base unit.

Backlit Keypad

The Talk, Int., Spk. and the num eric keys will be lit when you press a key or when a call is received. The light will stay on for a few seconds after pressing a key or answering a call.

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Caller’s Nam e

Caller’s Num ber

Calling Date

& Tim e

Sequence in caller list

Labels of 5 softkeys

Num ber of calls

from sam e caller

Special call

inform ation

DATA PORT

You can connect a com m unication device (like com puter, m odem , fax m achine, answering m achine, and etc) through this unit using the DATA jack at the bottom of the base unit.

Note: Make sure the data device is not in use prior to using your phone or else the data device m ay not be operated properly. W hile data transm ission is in progress, use of your phone or a Call W aiting ID alert m ay interrupt the transm ission.

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Task Steps Page

1 Adjust receiver /

Speakerphone volum e

The handset and the base unit have 4 adjustable volum e levels (VOL-1 – VOL-4) that show on the display during off hook. Press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to adjust during a call.

2 Making a call 1. Press [Talk] or [Spk.] on the handset or

press [] on the base unit and listen for a dial tone.

2. Dial num ber

To hang up, press [OFF] on the handset

or [] on the base unit or return the handset to charge cradle.

3 Answering a call Auto mode is the default m ode setting of

the phone:

If the handset is on the charge cradle, just lift the handset and the line is autom atically connected.

If the phone is set to Manual m ode, or whenever the handset is not on the charge cradle, to answer a call:

1. Press [Talk] or [Spk.] key on the handset or press [] on the base unit to

pick up a call

To hang up, press [OFF] on the handset

or [] on the base unit or return the handset to charge cradle.

4 Last num ber redial 1. Press Talk] key and listen for dial tone.

2. Press [Redial] to dial the last dialed num ber.

5 Dial from the Redial List 1. Press [Redial].

2. Use [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to access desired num ber from the list of up to 22 last dialed num bers.

3. Press [Talk] key to dial the num ber.

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Task Steps Page

6 Review Caller List Use [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to review caller’s

inform ation during standby m ode.

7 Call back a num ber in

Caller List

1. Scroll to a desired record in Caller List.

2. Press [Talk] to dial

3. If the num ber displayed is not in the desired dialing pattern, press [Dial7], [Dial10] or [Dial11] to dial in the correct num ber of digits.

8 Store Caller ID num ber

into Phone Book Directory

1. Scroll to the desired Caller ID num ber.

2. Press [SAVE] softkey to store.

3. Press [O.K.] or [JOIN] to select storing in the private (handset) or share (base) phone book directory.

9 Manually add a new

num ber into Phone Book Directory

1. Press [DIR.] softkey.

2. Press [O.K.] or [JOIN] to select storing

in the private (handset) or shared (base)

phone book directory.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the phone number, nam e, and to select the ring tone.

4. Press [SAVE] softkey to store.

10 Dial from Phone Book

Directory

1. Press [DIR.] softkey.

Press [O.K] or [JOIN] to select private or

shared phone book

3. Use [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to find the desired directory record.

4. Press [Talk] or [Spk.] to dial.

5. If the num ber displayed is not in the desired dialing pattern, press [Dial7], [Dial10] or [Dial11] to dial in the correct num ber of digits.

11 Switch to a waiting call Press [Flash] to put the talking party on

hold and talk to the waiting party.

If Call W aiting ID Options are subscribed to,

m ore options are available.

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Task Steps Page

12 Page from base to

handset(s) or from handset to the base unit

1. Press [Int./Page] key.

2. Use [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to find the desired handset or all handsets and press [O.K.] to page.

3. If the handset activated “Intercom auto answer”, it will answer autom atically in speakerphone m ode

4. To term inate the paging, press [EXIT] softkey or [Int./Page] key again.

13 Intercom call between

two handsets

1. Press [Int.].

2. Use [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to select broadcast m ode and press [O.K.].

3. To term inate the paging, press [EXIT] softkey or [Int./Page] key.

14 Blind Call Transfer 1. W hile connected to an external line,

press [Int.] key.

2. Use [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to select the handset or base unit to which the call is transferred.

3. On the recipient side, press [O.K.] softkey or [Talk] to take the call.

15 Announced Call Transfer 1. W hile connected to an external line,

press [HOLD] softkey to put the line on hold.

2. Press [Int.] and scroll to the desired recipient and press [O.K.].

3. After the private conversation, the recipient presses [Talk] to take the call.

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Task Steps Page

16 Multiple Handsets

Conference

W hile a handset is engaged in an external call, another handset(s), can press [Talk] key to join the conversation. The m axim um number of party in the conference is 4: 3 handsets and the base unit.

17 Room Monitoring On the handset in the room to be

m onitored:

1. Press [MENU] softkey

2. Scroll to the [MONITOR ROO M ] m enu and press [O.K.]. The handset will display “ READY TO ROO M MONITORING”.

On the handset / base used for m onitoring:

1. Press [Int.] key.

2. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to select the handset or base unit in the room to be m onitored and press [O.K.] to start.

The link is automatically set up while the com m unication is only one-way.

To end the monitoring, press [EXIT] or [Int.]

key on either side.

18 W alkie-Talkie m ode

Two or m ore handsets entered into walkie-talkie m ode can comm unicate with each other totally independent of the base unit if they are within range of each other.

To enter walkie-talkie (FRS) m ode:

1. Press [MENU] softkey.

2. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to access W alkie- talkie menu.

3. Press [O.K.] to confirm selection and the display shows “W ALKIE-TALKIE”.

To operate as walkie-talkie (FRS):

1. Press [Int.] key.

2. Press the handset num ber which is in W alkie-talkie m ode. The called handset can answer by pressing [Talk], [Int.] or [O.K.] key.

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Your new telephone includes the highest quality NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) rechargeable batteries available. Following these simple instructions can significantly improve your operational results.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Charge all battery packs for at least 15 hours prior to connecting to the telephone line.

1. Press the battery release point on the back of the handset and slide downward to open the battery com partm ent.

2. Insert the battery pack into the battery com partm ent and m ake sure to position the battery pack so that it is touching the charging contacts.

3. Slide the battery cover upward until it snaps into place.

4. Connect the AC adapter to the 9 V DC jack of the base unit and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

5. Place the handset on the base unit. Make sure the Charge indicator on the base unit lights, and charging begins.

6. The battery icon on the handset changes from very low, to low, to m edium , to full and repeats as a cycle. It only stops after leaving the charging cradle.

Low Battery

The battery icon on the right of the display shows the level of battery.

Full Medium Low Very low

If the handset battery is not properly charged, there is a warning tone while the handset is in use and “LOW BATTERY” is displayed. W hen this occurs the handset does not function when you press the keys.

Cleaning the Battery Contacts

To m aintain a good charge, it is im portant to clean all battery contacts on the handset and the base unit with a soft, dry cloth about once a month. You m ay also use a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner. Do not use any liquids or solvents.

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AC POW ER

Caution:

1. Use ONLY with the AC Adapter supplied (AC 120V, DC9V, 500m A).

2. The AC adapter m ust rem ain connected at all tim es (It is norm al for the adapter to be warm during use).

3. Do not rem ove the battery from the handset to charge it. Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.

4. Do not rem ove or dam age the battery casing.

5. If you do not expect to use your phone for a m onth or longer, rem ove the batteries. Batteries can leak chem icals that can destroy electronic parts.

6. For the longest battery life and optim al operation of the phone system ALW AYS com pletely charge and discharge the batteries. 3 batteries have been included to allow you to keep 1 battery continually charging for use in a low battery condition.

Spare / Back Up Battery

The extra battery can enable the phone function temporarily during electrical outage. You can also use the spare battery pack to replace a drained handset battery to ensure uninterrupted use.

1. Open the spare battery com partm ent by pressing the release button on the left side of the base unit.

2. Place a battery pack in the drawer with the term inals facing the charge contacts inside.

3. Close the drawer. Make sure the Spare Battery LED lights, and charging begins.

4. The LED lights until the battery is rem oved from the com partm ent.

Changing drained handset battery in the m iddle of a call

W hen the handset displays “LOW BATTERY” in the m iddle of a telephone call, you can swap the call to the base unit speakerphone first and then change the handset battery following these sim ple steps:

1. Press the [] key on the base unit. The call is then transferred to a 3-way call conference between the

handset, the base unit and the external party.

2. Press the [OFF] key on the handset; the call will be

totally swapped from the handset to the base unit speakerphone.

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3. Take out the spare battery from the base unit battery com partm ent and replace it to the handset.

4. Press the [Talk] key on the handset and press the [] key on the base unit to swap the call back to the

handset.

Note: Make sure the drained battery is put in the base unit battery com partm ent to be re-charged.

CONNECTING THE BASE UNIT

1. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the bottom of the base unit and plug the other end of the cord into the m odular telephone wall jack.

2. Press the line cord into the slot provided at the bottom of the telephone.

3. Plug the AC adapter into the 9V DC jack on the base and the other end into a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

4. Press the cords in the slot on the housing to prevent the cords from pulling loose.

5. Set the base unit on a tabletop and then place the handset on the base unit.

Note:

1. Use only the AC adapter supplied.

2. Connect the AC adapter to a continuous power outlet.

3. Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC adapter easily.

Tip: If your telephone outlet is not m odular, contact your telephone com pany for assistance.

REGISTRATION & DE-REGISTRATION OF HANDSET

The first registered handset will be autom atically assigned as HS (1). W hen additional handsets are registered to the system , they will be assigned extension num bers in the following sequence: HS (2), HS (3) and HS (4). They can be renam ed later.

Registration

An unregistered handset will display “HS _ _”.

NO NEW CALLS HS_ _ 12:00AM 01/01 

SAVE SERVICE MENU DIR. DIAL V.M

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Press [MENU] soft key, “REG ISTR ATION” is displayed.

Press [O.K.] and ADD A HANDSET?” is displayed.

Press [O.K.] again. “PRESS AND HOLD PAGE BUTTON

UNTIL BEEP” will be displayed.

On the Base unit

Press and hold the [Int./Page] button until 3 beeps are heard. The registration process is now completed.

De-register a handset

You can de-register a registered handset from the base unit.

On the Handset:

Press [M ENU] and “REGISTRATION” appears on the display.

Press [OK] to enter Registration menu.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “DEL HANDSET?”. Press [O.K.] and “DEREGISTER HS (#)” is displayed.

REGISTRATION 

NAME HANDSET USE / =REVIEW



O.K. EXIT

ADD A HANDSET?

DEL HANDSET?



O.K. EXIT

PRESS AND HOLD PAGE BUTTON UNTIL BEEP 

EXIT

REGISTRATION 

NAME HANDSET USE / =REVIEW



O.K. EXIT

DEREGISTER

HS (1)?



O.K. EXIT

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Press [OK] to confirm . “DEREGISTERING…” will be displayed during the process. W hen deregistration process is com pleted, the unit will return to Registration m enu. “HS_ _” will be shown after the handset return to standby.

CHOOSE THE DIALING M ODE

If your telephone is equipped with a touchtone dialing system , the phone will be ready to use as soon as the battery is charged. If your line uses pulse (rotary) dialing, you will need to set the dialing m ode as follows:

Press [M ENU] and “REGISTRATION” appears on the display.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “DIAL M ODE”.

Press [OK] to enter Dial m ode m enu. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “PULSE MODE”.

Press [SAVE] to confirm . The display will return to “DIAL MODE”, press [EXIT] to return to standby.

You are now ready to use your new telephone

REGISTRATION 

NAME HANDSET DIAL MODE



O.K. EXIT

REGISTRATION 

NAME HANDSET USE / =REVIEW



O.K. EXIT

REGISTRATION v NAME HANDSET

DIAL MODE 

O.K. EXIT

TONE PULSE



EXIT

MESSAGES HS (2) 10:08AM 01/15 

SAVE SERVICE MENU DIR. DIAL V.M.

SAVE

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WALLMOUNTING BASE UNIT

The base unit can be m ounted on a wall phone plate by using the supplied wall-mounting bracket.

1. Bring the barrel plug of the AC adapter through the rectangular opening of the wall-m ounting bracket.

2. Plug the AC adapter’s barrel plug into the jack marked “500m A DC 9V” at the bottom of the base unit and press the cord in the slot above the jack.

3. Bring the short telephone line cord through the rectangular opening of the wall-m ounting bracket and plug it into the jack marked “LINE”.

4. Insert 2 hook-tabs and 2 short tabs of the wall-m ounting bracket into the slots at the back and bottom of the base unit sim ultaneously.

5. Press the wall-mounting bracket against the base unit until they are rest on each other firm ly.

6. Hold the base unit up next to the wall jack and plug the line cord into the wall jack, any extra line cord can be hided inside the wall-mounting bracket.

7. Place the base unit on the posts of the wall plate and push down until the unit is secured firm ly.

8. Plug the AC adapter into a standard wall outlet.

Note: If you are not using a standard wall plate to m ount the phone on wall, you m ay also m ount it with ordinary screws. Use the W all m ount Tem plate on page 59 to affix two screws at your desired location. Rem em ber to leave 1/8 inch of the screw extending from the wall.

Please charge all the batteries for at least 15 hours prior to initial use.

G E T T IN G S T AR T E D

Hook tab

Short tab

long tab

short tab

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STRUCTURE AND OPTIONS

The phone offers an extensive range of functions which are grouped in m enus. You can customize your phone by pressing the Menu key and using [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to scroll through the options.

Note: The settings are independent on the base unit and each handset.

Handset M enu

Regist ration

Add a Handset?

Press and hold base [page] key until HS beep

Del Handset?

Deregister HS (#)?

Ringer & Beep

Ring Ty pe

Ringer 1 Ringer 2 Ringer 3 Turkish March Old Mc Donald Greensleeves Swinging Boat Old Fisherman Rom ance Beethoven Say Hello Twinkle stars Elise

Day Volum e

HIGH / Medium / LOW / OFF

Night Volum e

HIGH / Medium / LOW / OFF

Key Beep

ON / OFF

Intercom Setup

See Answer Mode Auto After 1 Ring

W alkie-Talkie

Auto After 3 Ring

Nam e Handset

CW Option: ON / OFF

Dial Mode

Tone Pulse

Language

English Espanol

Answer Mode

Auto Mode Manual Mode

Contrast

Contrast: 0 - 8

Cal W aiting ID Option

Call W aiting Option: On / Off

New Call Lam p

New Call Lam p: On / Off

Set Date / Tim e

Time Date (MM/DD)

Set Alarm

Alarm On / Off Time

Monitor Room

Ready to Room Monitoring

Last Call Tim e

Last Call Tim er 0-00-00

Del Message?

ME N U

Base Unit Menu

Nam e Base

Nam e Base: _

Dial M ode

Tone

Pulse

Language

English

Espanol

Ringer & Beep

Set Ring Type

Ringer 1

Ringer 2

Ringer 3

Ringer 4

Ringer 5

Ringer 6

Ringer 7

Ringer 8

Ringer 9

Ringer 10

Ringer 11

Ringer 12

Ringer 13

Day Volum e

High / M edium / Low / O ff

Night Volum e

High / M edium / Low / O ff

Set Key Beep

O n / Off

Contrast

Contrast:0 – 8

CW ID O ption

CW O ption: O n / Off

New Call Lam p

New Call Lam p: On / Off

Audible CID

Audible Nam : Off / 1 - 5

Audible Num : Off / 1 - 5

Set Date / Tim e

Tim e

Date (MM /DD)

Set Alarm

Alarm On / Off

Tim e

Delete All HS

[DEL] to Confirm

M onitor Room

Ready to Room M onitoring

Intercom Setup

No Auto Answer

After 1 Ring

After 3 Rings

Last Call Tim e

Last Call Tim er 0-00-00

Del Message?

ME N U

Prior to using your phone, you may customize it to fit your preference.

Naming

Each handset is defaulted as HS (#) where # is the sequence of handset regis tered to the bas e unit. The bas e unit is nam ed BASE. They can be personalized with nam es , e.g. JOHN, M AR Y, G ARAGE or ROO M 2, etc.

Press [M ENU] on the handset during standby. Using the [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “NAM E HANDSET” (or “NAM E BASE” in case of base unit). Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Press [DELETE] repeatedly to erase the default name. Enter the name in maximum of 6 alpha-numeric digits or symbols. Press [SAVE] to confirm settings.

Each num eric key is ass igned a set of letters and sym bols as printed below. Press the corresponding num ber until the des ired letter is displayed. If two cons ecutive letters from the sam e key is required, wait until the curs or m ove to the next blank space. Num eric: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Alpha: Space A,B,C D,E,F G,H,I J,K,L M,N,O P,Q,R,S T,U,V W ,X,Y,Z

Sym bols

You can also us e [] or [#] to ins ert the following special s ym bols in the name field.  + , - . / @ : ; < = > ? { ¦ } ~ [ \ ] ^ _ ` ! ″ # $ % & ´ ( )

Note: The nam e m ust be started with an alpha character.

Language

The phone can be operated in Englis h or Spanis h.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “LANGUAGE”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select ENGLISH or ESPANOL (Spanish) menu.

Press [SAVE ] to confirm setting. Following the confirm ation beeps, the s creen will return to the 1st level m enu.

NAME HANDSET:

HS (1)_ _╴



EXIT DELETE

SAVE

NAME HANDSET:

EXT .

. 2



EXIT DELETE

SAVE

ENGLISH

ESPANOL



EXIT

SAVE

NAME HANDSET v DIAL MODE LANGUAGE 

O.K. EXIT

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Ringer & Beep

The base unit and each handset can be assigned with a specific ring type and volum e. Different volum e levels can be set for day and night. You can also choose between a confirm ation beep or have silent operation.

Set Ri n g Type

There are 13 different ringer patterns in the base unit and 3 ringer patterns + 10 m elodies in the handset.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “RINGER & BEEP”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Press [EDIT] to play the current ringer type. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to play while scrolling through the list of ringers and m elody options.

Press [SAVE] to confirm setting

Day Volum e

Ringer volum e level between 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “RINGER & BEEP”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “DAY VOLUME” and press [EDIT].

Current volume level will be displayed. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to switch between HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW & OFF then press [SAVE] to confirm.

Ni ght Volume

Operation s imilar to Day Volum e s etting. “Night” denotes 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Set Key Beep

A key depress ion can be audible (beep) or silent.

SET RING TYPE 

DAY VOLUME

NIGHT VOLUME 

EDIT EXIT

RINGER 2 v

RINGER 3

TURKISH MARCH 

EXIT

SAVE

SET RING TYPE v

DAY VOLUME

NIGHT VOLUME 

EDIT EXIT

DAY VOLUME HIGH 6:00AM –

9:00PM



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Press [MENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “RINGER & BEEP”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “SET KEY BEEP” and press [EDIT]. Current setting will be displayed. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to switch between ON & OFF then press [SAVE] to confirm.

Answer Modes (only available in handset menu)

Handsets may be programm ed to either auto or m anual answer m ode. When the handset is not in the base unit or the charge cradle, [Talk] (or [Spk.]) key m ust be press ed to answer incoming calls. Auto answer m ode will only be activated when the handset is in the base unit or in the charge cradle. In which case, the line is autom atically connected when it is picked up from the charge cradle.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “CRADLE ANSW ER”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to switch between AUTO & M ANUAL then press [SAVE] to confirm.

Contrast

Choose from 9 (0 – 8) different levels of display contrast to fit your operating environm ent.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “CONTRAST”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to adjust the contrast level. Press [SAVE] to confirm setting.

Call W aiting ID Options

Call Waiting ID Options / Call Waiting ID Options provide m ore options of dispos ing a waiting call. 5 dedicated s oft key labels dis plays when there is an incom ing waiting call.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “CW ID OPTION”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

DAY VOLUME  NIGHT VOLUME SET KEY BEEP 

EDIT EXIT

SET KEY BEEP: ON



EXIT

SAVE

AUTO MODE MANUAL MODE



EXIT

SAVE

CONTRAST :5 v



EXIT

SAVE

CW OPTION:ON v



EXIT

SAVE

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Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to switch the Call Waiting ID Options ON or OFF. Press [SAVE] to confirm, and then press [EXIT] to return to stand-by.

Note: Call Waiting ID Options may be available from your telephone company. Subscription may be required.

New Call Lamp

The Message W aiting Indicator / New Call Lamp will flash when there are new or unviewed Caller ID entries in call log if the lamp is s witched on.

Press [M ENU].

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “NEW CALL LAMP”.

Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to switch the New Call Lamp ON or OFF.

Press [SAVE] to confirm.

Audible Caller ID (only available in base unit menu)

Press [M ENU].

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “AUDIBLE CID”.

Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Voice Announce Caller Name (Audible Name)

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “AUDIBLE NAM E :”. The default volume level for Audible Name is “3”. Press [0] - [5] to adjust the voice announcement to your desired volume level. Using [▼ ] to access “AUDIBLE NUM :”

Voice Announce Caller Number (Audible Number)

The default level for Audible Number is “OFF”. Press [0] [5] to adjust the announcement to your desired volume level. Press [SAVE] to confirm and then press [EXIT] to return to stand-by.

Note: W hen the volume level is set to “OFF”. The corresponding announcement is disabled. The phone will cease to make audible announcement(s).

Tim e and Date Setting

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select “SET DATE/TIM E”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

CW OPTION:ON v



EXIT

SAVE

NEW CL LAMP:ON v



EXIT

SAVE

AUDIBLE NAM:3 AUDIBLE NUM:OFF

. EXIT DELETE

SAVE

AUDIBLE NAM:4 AUDIBLE NUM:OFF

. EXIT DELETE

SAVE

NO NEW CALLS BASE 02:34PM 01/23



SAVE SERVICE MENU DIR. DIAL V.M.

TIME: v 10:05 (AM)



EDIT O.K. EXIT

SAVE

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Enter the date. Press [SAVE] to confirm setting.

Intercom Set Up

Choose the num ber of rings before the handset (or base) unit answers to an intercom call. W hen “AFTER 1 RING” or “AFTER 3 RINGS” is selected, the unit will autom atically answer an intercom call with speakerphone mode.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “INTERCOM SETUP”. Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to select the desired option. Press [SAVE] to confirm setting.

Message W aiting Indicator

The m enu item “DEL MESSAGE” is only available when there are new or non-read m essage(s) in you voicem ail box. “DEL MESSAGE” does not delete your m essage, but rather deactivate the Message W aiting Indicator from flashing until a new m essage arrives. (To read or delete the m essage, use “Dial Voice Mail”, for details see page 36)

When “M ESSAGE” is displayed and the line indicator keeps flashing.

Press [M ENU]. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “DEL M ESSAGE?”

Press [O.K] to enter into the selection. Press [O.K.] to deactivate the message waiting indicator.

Note: The word “message” and the visual message-waiting indicator will be cleared.

DATE(MM/DD): v 03/25



O.K. EXIT

SAVE

MANUAL MODE AFTER 1 RING AFTER 3 RING 

EXIT

SAVE

MESSAGE HS (1) 10:05AM 05/30 

SAVE SERVICE MENU DIR. DIAL V.M.

WALKIE-TALKIE  LAST CALL TIME DEL MESSAGE? 

O.K. EXIT

SAVE

DELETE MESSAGE



O.K. EXIT

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MAKING A CALL

Direct Dial from Handset

Press [Talk] key and listen for the dial tone. The “In-Use” indicator on the handset and the base unit will be turned ON.

— OR —

Press [Spk.] and listen for the dial tone. The Speakerphone indicator on the handset will be turned ON.

Note: If the line is engaged by another Handset, “CONFERENCE” will appear on the displays of both handsets and you can join the conversation. (for details, see page 34)

Once you have a dial tone, key in the phone number. The phone number will be shown on the display along with the call timer. Press [OFF] to end your call.

Direct Dial from Base Unit

Press [] key and listen for the dial tone. The “In-Use”

indicator on the base unit will be turned ON. “TALK” and the current volume level will appear on the base unit display. Dial the phone number.

Note: If the line is engaged by a handset, it will enter into a Conference Call.

TALK VOL-2 

HOLD

SERVICE DIR. DIAL V.M.

TALK VOL-2 

HOLD

SERVICE DIR. DIAL V.M.

1234567 0:01:35 VOL-2



HOLD 3W AY

SERVICE DIR.

TALK VOL-5

HOLD

SERVICE DIR. DIAL V.M.

BAS IC O PE RAT I O N

Pre-dial

Pre-dial allows you to key-in the phone num ber to verify it before dialing.

Key-in the phone number. To edit the number on the display, press [DELETE] to clear the last digit. To clear the entire number, press [EXIT]. Re-enter the correct digits.

Press [Talk] or [Spk.] on the handset or [] key on the base

unit to dial the number. The call timer will start counting. Press [OFF] on the handset or [] on the base unit to end your

call.

ANSW ERING A CALL

From the Handset

Press the [Talk] or [Spk.] key to answer. If the phone is set to Auto Cradle Answer m ode and the handset is on the charging cradle, you can answer a call by lifting the handset off the base unit, or the charging cradle, without pressing any key.

To end the call, press [OFF].

From the Base Unit

Press the [] key to answer. To end the call, press [OFF].

TO REDIAL A CALL

Directly Redial Last Dialed Num ber

Press [Talk] or [Spk.] key on the handset or [] key on the base unit and listen for the dial tone.

Press [Redial] to dial the last dialed num ber.

123456█



O.K. EXIT DELETE SAVE

1234567 0:01:35 VOL-2



HOLD 3W AY

SERVICE DIR.

0:01:35 VOL-2



HOLD 3W AY

SERVICE DIR.

TALK VOL-2



HOLD

SERVICE DIR. DIAL V.M.

1234568

0:00:02 VOL-2



HOLD

3W AY

SERVICE DIR.

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Dial from the List of Dialed Numbers

The List of Dialed Num bers stores up to 20 latest dialed phone num bers, each one can be up to 24 digits. Num ber more than 24 digits will be truncated with the first 24 digits rem aining. Each handset or the base unit stores its own List of Dial Num bers.

In Standby Mode, press [Redial] once to access the list of

Dialed Num bers. Press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to review the latest 20

dialed numbers.

Scroll to the desired num ber, and press [Talk] key or [O.K.] softkey to dial the num ber.

Note: You m ay delete an individual record from the Redial List or enter the record to the Phone book directory. Scroll to the num ber you want. Press [DELETE] once and “DELETED!” is displayed to confirm the deletion, or press [SAVE] and “SAVED TO DIR!” is displayed to confirm the entry.

ADJUSTING HANDSET RECEIVER VOLUM E

There are 4 receiver volume levels in the handset(s). The current level is displayed while the line is in use. It can be adjusted by pressing [▼ ] / [▲ ] during talk mode or intercom mode. (Also applies to headset operation)

TO MUTE A CALL

W hile on a call, press [MUTE] to turn OFF the m icrophone. The display will show “MUTE” and the other party will not hear you. Press [MUTE] again to resum e conversation and the “MUTE ” on the display will disappear.

DIALED NUMBERS 18 ITEMS USE / =REVIEW

EXIT DELETE

1234567 0:00:30 VOL-2



H OL D

3WA Y S ER VICE DIR .

1234567 0:01:30 VOL-2



H OL D

3WA Y

S ER VICE DIR .

MUTE 1234567 0:01:30 VOL-2



H OL D

3WA Y

S ER VICE DIR .

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PAGING and INTERCOM

Locate misplaced handset(s)

To locate the handset(s) while not on the base unit, press [Int./Page] on the base unit. To locate a specific handset, using [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to access the handset name and press [O.K.] to page. To locate all handsets in range, select “ALL HANDSETS” and press [O.K.].

The paged handset(s) in range will display “PAGING FROM BASE”, and emit an alert signal that is different from others, e.g. incomin g call. If the paged handset is set to Intercom auto answer mode (refer to page 28), it will be connected automatically in speakerphone mode. To stop a paging call, press [Int./Page] again or press [EXIT] on the handset or on the base unit. If no handset answers, the p aging call will automatically stop after 30 seconds.

Note: The handset being paged will ring even if the ringer is set to OFF.

Intercom between handsets

A handset can intercom with another handset registered to the

same base unit. For details, please refer to page 49.

SETTING ALARM

An alarm m ay be set to rem ind you of an im portant tim e of the day.

Press [M ENU].

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to access “SET ALARM ”.

Press [O.K.] to enter into the selection.

Using [EDIT] to switch the alarm On / Off.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] and the keypad to set the alarm time.

Press [SAVE] to confirm setting.

When alarm is switched on, an alarm icon will be displayed

Note: The alarm is only active when the phone is idle. If you are accessing the menu or having a conversation at the alarm time, the alarm will be delayed until the phone becomes idle.

 HS (1 )  HS (2) ALL HS 

O.K. EXIT

 HS (2 )  HS (3) BASE



O.K. EXIT

ALARM: v OFF [EDIT]->ON/OFF 

EDIT EXIT

SAVE

30 NEW CALLS  HS (1)

09:38AM 01/01



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USING HANDSET SPEAKERPHONE

To make a call or while on a call, press [Spk.] to turn the speakerphone ON and OFF. The Speakerphone Light comes ON when the speakerphone is in use.

INSTALLING AND USING HEADSET

Whenever a compatible 2.5mm headset is plugged-in the jack located at the side of the handset, either before or during a call, the audio signal will be diverted to the headset. Unplugging the headset from the jack will return the signal to the handset earpiece and microphone immediately.

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FLASH

Call W aiting

1. Use [Flash] for accessing Call W aiting service. For exam ple, if you receive a

second call during your initial call, press [Flash] to swap to the waiting call and put the initial caller on hold.

2. After you finish the conversation with the second caller, press [Flash] to return to the

first caller.

Note: If you also have conference Three-W ay Calling service, press [Flash] to allow the first caller to enter into a conference call with you and the second caller.

3 W ay Calling

3 way calling can be achieved either by pressing [Flash] key or [3WAY] softkey. For details, please refer to 3 Way Calling section on page 37.

NOTE: M ay require subscription from your telephone company or may be available on a charged usage basis.

PAUSE

The [Pause] key allows you to add a 3-second pause in a phone number sequence during pre-dialing or storing number in the Phone Book Directory.

Enter a Pause in Dialing Sequence

To add a pause, press [Redial/Pause] at the desired position when you are creating or editing a phone number and “ P ” appears on the display. For a longer delay, press [Pause] additional times.

Note: Rem em ber, the phone num ber you wish to store cannot have more than 24 digits, including any pause. Each “ P ” counts as one digit.

HOLD

A call can be put on hold during conversation to allow you to talk to another handset using Intercom or to transfer the call to another handset.

When engaged with an external line on the handset, press

[HOLD] softkey.

1234567 0:01:30 VOL-2



H OL D

3WA Y

S E R VIC E DI R.

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When the line is on hold, “CALL ON HOLD” appears on all

the handsets and base unit display.

Press [HOLD] key again or [Talk] key to release.

Note : The call can be picked up by the base unit or any handset registered to the sam e base unit by pressing the  or [Talk] key.

SENDING TONE SIGNALS IN PULSE DIALING MODE

If your telephone line uses pulse dialing (such as for a rotary dial phone), you can temporarily override the Pulse M ode setting with the Tone M ode until the unit goes back on-hook. This may be necessary to access certain special services such as bank-by-phone services:

1. Use pulse dialing to call the service.

2. W hen the service answers, press [].

3. Follow the norm al procedure for the special service you are using. Any additional

num bers you dial are sent as tone signals.

4. W hen you hang up, the telephone returns to pulse mode.

DIAL VOICE M AIL

If you have subscribed to the Voice Mail and Message W aiting Indicator services, you can access your voice m ail system by pressing [DIAL V.M.]. To use this feature, you m ust first program your voicem ail access num ber into the handset and base unit.

Program your own Voicem ail access num ber

Press the [DIAL V.M.] softkey.

Press the [EDIT] softkey to add your access num ber.

Enter your access number. If you m ake a m istake,

press [DELETE] to erase the last digit and re-enter.

Press [SAVE] to confirm program m ing.

You are now ready to use the Dial voicem ail key.

CALL ON HOLD



H OL D

DIAL VOIC E MA IL

╴



EXIT SAVE

DIAL VOIC E MA IL 1234567 〔OK〕TO DIAL 

EDIT O.K. EXIT

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Using DIAL V.M. softkey

Press the softkey [DIAL V.M.]. Your 7-digit access

num ber will be displayed.

Press [O.K] or [Talk] key to dial. Follow the voice

prom pt after the line is connected.

Important Note:

1. Voice m ail systems operate differently and may require additional pauses to be

entered.

DIAL BACK FROM CALLER ID LIST

See Call Back from Caller ID List in CALLER ID OPERATION for details (See page 39).

DAILING FROM PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY

In standby m ode, press [DIR.] softkey and then press [OK] or [JOIN] to select the Directory. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll through the m em ory contents in alphabetical order to the nam e and num ber you want. Press [O.K.] softkey to call the num ber.

Tip: To quickly find a name and phone number, press [DIR.] softkey in standby mode. Key in the first letter of the name, and scroll to the name you want.

DIAL VOICE MAIL 1234567 〔OK〕TO DIAL



EDIT O.K. EXIT

1234 567 0:00:30 V OL-2



HOLD

3W AT SE R V I C E DI R .

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CONFERENCE CALL

Your new cordless system supports conference calls up to 6 parties:

• 1 handset and 2 external calls (3 way calling);

• 3 handsets, the base unit and 1 external call;

• 3 handsets, the base unit and 2 external calls.

(For detail operations involving 2 handsets, please refer to Multi-handset Operation Section.)

3 W AY CALLING

W hile on a call, press [3W AY] softkey to access 3 W ay

Calling service. The system will dial a long Flash to put

the initial call on hold and obtain a new dial tone to m ake

a second call.

Key in the phone num ber of the second party. After the

private conversation with the second caller, press [3W AY]

softkey to add the first caller into the conference call.

Note: W hen the handset is engaged in 3-way conference call, pressing the [Talk] key of another handset or  on the base unit to join the conference call. 3-way calling may require

subscription from your telephone company pr may be availab le on a char ged use basis.

ROOM MONITORING

The phone can be used as a room m onitor / baby m onitor. Leave one handset or the base in the room to be m onitored and you can listen to that room from another handset. This lets you keep an “ear” on the room while staying/working in another room .

On the handset in the room to be monitored:

Press [M ENU] softkey

Scroll to the [M ONITOR ROOM ] menu and press [O.K.].

The handset will display “ READY TO ROOM

MONITORING”.

On the handset / base used for m onitoring:

Press [Int.] key.

Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] scroll keys to select the handset or base unit

where the room is to be monitored and press [O.K.] to start.

The link is automatically set up while the communication is

one-way only.

To end the monitoring, press [EXIT] soft key on either side.

TALK VOL-2



HOLD

SERVICE DIR. DIAL V.M.

1234 567 0:00:30 VOL-2



HOLD

3W AT

S E R V I C E D I R.

HS (1) READY TO ROOM MONITORING



EXIT

MONITORING HS (1) VOL-2 

EXIT

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ABOUT CALLER IDENTIFICATION

This telephone supports Caller ID service and Call W aiting ID Option service provided by your local telephone com pany. There m ay be a fee for this service, and it m ay not be available in all areas. This phone can provide inform ation only if both you and the caller are in areas offering Caller ID service, and if both telephone com panies use compatible equipm ent. Depending on your service, you will be able to see the num ber, or the nam e and num ber of your caller.

If you have Caller ID service, the incom ing call

inform ation including num ber and nam e (if available) tim e

and date will be shown on the display. The phone will

also save the call inform ation in the Caller ID List.

CALLER LIST

The Caller List is your incom ing call history. W hen a new Caller ID record arrives, it is assigned a number from #01 to #40. The m ost recent record will have the lowest num ber. W hen the Caller List is full, the oldest record is deleted to m ake room for new record, and all the record num bers are shifted one num ber higher.

Mem ory Match

Names stored in the Phone Book Directory will override Caller Name signal sent from the telephone company. For example, if you store your parents’ telephone number with their nickname, “M OM AND DAD”, in memory, the Caller ID display will show “M OM AND DAD” whenever you receive an incoming call from their phone number.

Review Caller List

Press [▼ ] / [▲ ] during standby m ode.

Press [▼ ] to show the latest record.

W hile reviewing the Caller List, pressing [SAVE] softkey

can copy the displayed record into the Phone Book

Directory.

JOHN SMITH v

1234567890 #20

11:08P 01/18 X1

EXIT DELETE

SAVE

CALLS 40 ITEMS USE / =REVIEW



EXIT DELETE

JOHN SMITH  123-123-4568 #1 10:00P 01/18 X1

EXIT DELETE

SAVE

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Delete Record(s) from Caller List

To delete all Caller ID records:

Press [▼ ] / [▲ ] during standby m ode to enter into Caller

List default page.

Press [DELETE] softkey and “DELETE ALL?” is

displayed, then press [O.K.] softkey to confirm deletion.

To delete an individual Caller ID record:

W hile reviewing the Caller List, press [DELETE] softkey

to erase the displayed record from the list.

Call Back from Caller List

Your phone is equipped with three Caller ID Call Back keys, which allow you to dial a Caller ID record in the correct form at.

W hile you are reviewing the Call List, you can dial a

displayed num ber in the correct form at by pressing [Dial

7], [Dial 10] or [Dial 11] key.

For instance, if a 10-digit phone num ber is displayed and

you want to call back in a 7-digit form at, you can sim ply

press [Dial 7] to dial only the last seven digits of the

num ber.

Note: [Dial 7]: Dials only the last seven digits of the number you are calling, i.e. without an area code. [Dial 10]: Dials all 10 digits on the display, i.e. 3 digits of area code plus 7 digits of local phone number. [Dial 11]: Dials all 10 digits on the display plus automatically inserts a “1” before the area code.

Special Call Display

Long Distance Call

W hen a long distance call is received, the [LDC] icon will

appear on the screen with the call inform ation.

DELETE ALL? USE OK = YES USE EXIT = NO



O.K. EXIT

ENTRY DELETED!

JOHN SMITH v

LDC

123-123-4568 #18

10:08A 01/24 X1

EXIT DELETE

SAVE

1234567 TALK VOL-2



JOHN SMITH v

LDC

123-123-4568 #1

10:00A 1/21 X4



EXIT DELETE

SAVE

C AL L E R ID O P E R AT IO N

Forwarde d Call

If the call was forwarded from another num ber through

the call forwarding service provided by the telephone

com pany, the icon will appear on the screen with the

call inform ation.

Repeated Call

If a call is received from the sam e phone num ber more

than once, the number of tim es repeated will be shown

on the display. For exam ple “X6” appears after the date

indicating the sam e num ber has been received six tim es.

Call Display Messages

W hen a new Caller ID record arrives with incom plete call inform ation, the following call display m essages will be shown. The m essages may accom pany, if available, an actual nam e or an actual num ber.

1. “PRIVATE NAME” – The other party is blocking nam e inform ation.

2. “PRIVATE NUM” – The other party is blocking telephone num ber inform ation.

3. “UNKNOW N NAME” – Caller’s nam e is not available.

4. “UNKNOW N NUM ” – Caller’s num ber is not available.

The situations for call display messages may include, but are not limited to, the following reasons:

1. The Caller ID was blocked for privacy reasons.

2. The call originates from an area office or a long-distance service provider that does

not support Caller ID service.

3. The call is m ade with a calling card.

4. The call is an operator-assisted call.

VOICE ANNOUNCE CALLER ID

Your phone can announce a caller’s nam e and/or num ber through the speaker in the base unit. You don’t even have to look at the display to know who is calling.

You can record in your own voice a 3-second m essage, such as “John Sm ith” or “It’s Mom and Dad”, to associate with caller num ber in your phone book directory (see page 45, Recording Voice Announce Nam e section in PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY for details). W hen you receive a call from a num ber m atching one stored in your directory, the base unit will say the recorded name instead of the telephone num ber to help identify calls.

The default setting for Voice Announce Caller Nam e is ON at sound level 3 and Voice Announce Caller Num ber is OFF. The current settings provide you the convenience that once your m essage is recorded the Voice Announce Caller Nam e will be in effect im m ediately. To change the settings, please see Audible Caller ID section in INITIAL SETTINGS section (Page 26) for details.

If you activated the Voice Announce Caller Number, “Blocked Call” will be emitted to alert you the incoming call from anonymous/private caller who have blocked his/her number, and “Unknown Call” will be emitted when UNKNOWN NUM BER is received.

JOHN SMITH v

123-123-4568 #18 10:00A 1/01 X5



EXIT DELETE

SAVE

JOHN SMITH v

123-123-4568 #1 10:00A 1/21 X4



EXIT DELETE

SAVE

C AL L E R ID O P E R AT IO N

CALL W AITING ID OPTIONS

If you have subscribed the Call W aiting and Call W aiting ID Options from your local telephone com pany, you will hear a Call W aiting tone when a new call com es in while you are talking. You can either swap between calls or dispose of the call.

Call W aiting ID Options Set to OFF (see page 26)

If there is an incom ing call during a conversation, the

Caller ID Call W aiting inform ation appears on the display.

Press [ANS] softkey to answer the Call W aiting party and

put the first call on hold.

You can also press [Flash] to switch between calls.

Call W aiting ID Options Set to ON (see page 26)

If there is an incom ing call during a conversation, all the

five labels for Call W aiting ID Options features will be

autom atically shown on the display.

W hen you hear the Call W aiting tone, press the

corresponding softkey to apply a disposition to the call.

Note: You must disposition the call within 26 seconds of the Call Waiting tone. The following options are available.

[JOIN]: Add the waiting call to your first call. [DRO P ANS]: End the first call and answer the waiting call. [HOLD]: Place the waiting call on hold and send a hold announcement. [SAY BUSY]: Play a pre-recorded message from your phone company that the line

is busy and end the waiting call. [SEND V.M .]: Forward the waiting call to your voice mail or answering service.

Tip: Call Waiting ID Options may not be available in all areas. Contact your local telephone company for details.

JOHN SMITH 123-123-4568 10:08 01/18 X1

ANS

TALK VOL-2



HOLD

SERVICE DIR. DIAL V.M.

JOHN SMITH 123-123-4568 10:08 01/18 X1

J OIN D R OP AN S H O LD S A Y B US Y S E N D V . M.

0:00:30 VOL -2 

H OL D

3W AT

S E RV I CE D IR

C AL L E R ID O P E R AT IO N

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Call Waiting ID Options: JOIN

If [JOIN] softkey is pressed, “CONFERENCE” will be

displayed for a short while and then the waiting party is

being added to the original call as a 3-parties conference

call.

After the 3-parties conference call, you m ay select to drop a line and retain the other:

• To drop the first caller (the original call), press [DROP]

softkey and “DROPPED #1” will be displayed.

• To drop the second caller (the waiting call), press

[Flash] and “DROPPED #2” will be displayed.

Call Waiting ID Options: HOLD

If [HOLD] softkey is pressed, “HOLD” will be displayed.

A hold announcem ent will be sent and the waiting call will

be placed on hold.

After the private conversation with the original caller, you m ay select to drop the original call and take the waiting call or to add the waiting caller into the call conference.

• To drop the talking line and answer the waiting call,

press [DROP] softkey.

• To add the waiting caller into the call and form a

3-party conference call, press [JOIN] softkey. For further disposition of the 3-party call conference, refer to Call Waiting ID Option: JOIN section above.

JOHN SMITH 123-123-4568 10:08 01/18 X1

DR OP

DROPPED #1

0:01:05



3W AY

JOHN SMITH 123-123-4568 10:08 01/18 X1

J OIN D R OP

TALK VOL-2 

HOLD

3W AY

SERVICE

C AL L E R ID O P E R AT IO N

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Your phone has a Phone Book Directory for storing up to 40 im portant nam es and telephone num bers on each handset (personal directory) and the base unit (general directory). Both directories can be accessed from the handset while the “Personal directories” of each handset cannot be reviewed from the base unit. Each m em ory location can store up to 24 digits and 15 characters. You can edit the Phone Book Directory records, but not the Caller ID List records. The Directory records are saved in alphabetical order. The Phone Book Directory can be accessed by pressing [DIR.] softkey during standby m ode.

CREATING A PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY RECORD

Copy from a Caller ID Num ber

During Caller ID reviewing, select the valid record you

want to save into Phone Book Directory.

Press [SAVE] softkey and “W HICH DIRECTORY?” is

shown on the display. Press [O.K.] or [JO IN] as denoted

on the screen.

Note: If the directory is full, the m essage “LIST FULL” will

appear and your request is rejected.

To save a num ber in the private directory, press [O.K.]

and “NUMBER:” will be prom pted. If the num ber is

correct, press [O.K.] and “NAME:” will be prom pted. If

the num ber is incorrect, you m ust delete it and start over.

Repeat this process for adding a “NAME”.

Note: A nam e m ust start with an Alpha charcater.

Entering Alphanumeric Characters:

Each numeric key is ass igned a set of letters and symbols as printed on the key. Press the corresponding number until the desired letter is displayed. Num eric: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0

Characters: Space A,B,C D,E,F G,H,I J,K,L M,N,O P,Q,R,S T,U,V W ,X,Y,Z

Adding Special Symbols

You can also use [] or [#] to ins ert the following special symbols in the name field.  + , - . / @ : ; < = > ? { ¦ } ~ [ \ ] ^ _ ` ! ″ # $ % & ´ ( )

After entering the name, press [O.K.] and the dis play will

prompt to assign a ringer tone for the num ber.

Sys tem ringer indicates the same ringer type as set in the

m enu. Press [EDIT] to change it.

Note: Phonebook Tone is only available in Personal

Directory”

JOHN SMITH v 1234567890 #20

11:08P 01/18 X2

EXIT DELETE

WHICH DIRECTORY? USE OK=PRIVATE USE JOIN=SHARED

JOIN

O.K. EXIT

NUMBER:  1234567890╴



O.K. EXIT DELETE

PHONEBOOK TONE: SYSTEM RINGER USE EDIT=CHANGE

EDIT EXIT SAVE

P H O N E B O O K D IR E CT O RY

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If this is done on the base unit, the display will then

prom pt you to record a nam e for Voice Announce to

associate with the num ber after 2 seconds. If you want

to record a nam e for Voice Announce, see next section.

Or press [EXIT] softkey to decline nam e recording.

Add a New Num ber/Nam e

Press [DIR.] during standby mode. Select directory with

[JOIN] or [O.K.] softkey. “EM PTY LIST” appears if no

records in the directory, or “# ITEM S” appears if there are #

records in the directory. If the memory locations are full, the

message “LIST FULL” will appear and your request is

rejected.

Press [SAVE]. Enter the num ber.

Tip: 1. Press [Pause] to add a 3-second delay (pause)

in the num ber field. P is displayed.

2. Press [Flash] to add a flash in the num ber field.

F is displayed.

After num ber entry, press [O.K.] softkey and “NAME:” is

displayed.

Use the digit keys to enter the nam e. If you m ake a

m istake, press [DELETE] softkey and re-enter. Press

[O.K.] to m ove to ring tone assignm ent.

Press [EDIT] to change the ring tone. Using [▼ ] / [▲ ] to

scroll through and play the ring tone.

Press save to confirm setting.

Note: Ring tone is available in private directory only.

If this is done on the base unit, the display will prom pt you to record a nam e for Voice

Announce to associate with the displayed phone number

If you want to record a nam e for Voice Announce, see

next section. Or press [EXIT] to decline nam e

recording.

JOHN SMITH 1234567 #38 RECORD?

O.K. EXIT

PERSONAL DIR. EMPTY LIST USE SAVE=CREATE

EXIT

SAVE

NUMBER:  1F23P45_

O.K. EXIT DELETE

NAME: v JOHN SMITH

O.K. EXIT DELETE

PHONEBOOK TONE: SYSTEM RINGER USE EDIT=CHANGE

EDIT EXIT

JOHN SMITH 1234567 #38 RECORD?

O.K. EXIT

P H O N E B O O K D IR E CT O RY

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RECORDING VOICE ANNOUNCE NAM E

You can record up to 25 names in your own voice and associate them to the records in your shared phone book directory. W hen the phone rings from any of these num bers, the recorded nam e is announced instead of the num ber.

After a num ber and nam e is saved, you will see “NAME

SAVED” and the display will prom pt you to record a nam e

for Voice Announce to associate with the displayed

phone num ber after 2 seconds.

Note: If you enter a num ber which is already existed in

the directory, “RE-RECORD?” will be displayed.

Press [O.K.] softkey and “SPEAK AFTER TONE” will

appear on the display. W ait for the “Beep” and then say

clearly the word(s) you want to record.

You will have 3 seconds for recording. You can save

your m essage by pressing [SAVE] softkey right after you

finished, or your m essage will be saved autom atically

after you hear the “Beep”.

After recording, the phone plays the recorded m essage.

W hen finished, press [EXIT] softkey.

If you want to re-record it, press [EDIT] softkey during

m essage playing. “RE-RECORD?” is displayed. Press

[O.K.] to confirm and “SPEAK AFTER TONE” is

displayed, wait for the “beep” and then repeat the

previous steps.

REVIEW ING PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY

Press [DIR.] softkey during standby m ode.

JOHN SMITH 1234567 #38 RECORD?

O.K. EXIT

SPEAK AFTER TONE

RECORDING TIME 03

)) JOHN SMITH 1234567 #38 PLAYING

O.K. EXIT

SPEAK AFTER TONE

SELECT DIR. USE OK=PRIVATE USE JOIN=SHARED

JOIN

O.K. EXIT

P H O N E B O O K D IR E CT O RY

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Select shared phone book or private phone book by

pressing [JOIN] or [O.K.]. Press [▼ ] / [▲ ] to review the

Directory in alphabetical order.

Tip : To quickly find a name and phone number, before scrolling the directory, key in the first letter of the name, and the display will jump to the first record starting with that letter.

EDITING A PHONE BOOK NUMBER

Select the record you want to edit.

The recorded nam e will be played back instead if there

was caller nam e being recorded.

Press [EDIT] softkey during playback to re-record the

m essage (see last section for details), or press [DELETE]

softkey during playback to remove the recorded nam e.

The display shows “VOICE DELETED !” to confirm the

deletion.

W hen you see the record you want to edit displayed,

press [EDIT] softkey and then edit the num ber. Press

[DELETE] softkey to rem ove any error and enter the

correction as needed. Press [O.K.] softkey to confirm

the edited num ber.

Repeat the process for [NAME]. Press [SAVE] and

“SAVE TO DIR!” appears on the display. Press [O.K.] if

you want to re-record the Voice Announce Nam e as well,

or press [EXIT] to finish.

W hen finished the screen will display the edited entry.

JOHN SMITH ↓

123-123-4568

EDIT O.K. EXIT DELETE

SAVE

JOHN SMITH ↓

1231234568

EDIT O.K. EXIT DELETE

SAVE

PLAYING

1231234568

EDIT O.K. EXIT DELETE

ENTER NUMBER:

1231234568_

O.K. EXIT DELETE

JOHN SMITH_

1231234568

EXIT DELETE

SAVE

JOHNNY SMITH ↓

1231234568

EDIT O.K. EXIT DELETE

SAVE

P H O N E B O O K D IR E CT O RY

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DELETING AN ENTRY FROM A PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY

Scroll to the record to be deleted.

If a Voice Announce Nam e was recorded, wait until the

playback is finished and the record you want to delete is

displayed.

Press [DELETE] and you will see “ENTRIES DELETED”

on the display to confirm the deletion of the current

record. The phone will then m ove to the next available

record in the directory. Press [EXIT] to return to

standby m ode.

DELETING ALL PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY RECORDS

Press [DIR.] softkey to enter into Phone Book Directory

default page. Select [JOIN] or [O.K.] for which phone

book directory records you want to delete.

Press [DELETE] softkey and “DELETE ALL?” is

displayed. To confirm the deletion of all records, press

[O.K.]. To exit without deleting, press [EXIT].

DIALING FROM THE PHONE BOOK DIRECTORY

During stand-by mode, press [DIR.] and find the entry you want to call. Press [Talk] key to call the num ber.

JOHN SMITH v 123-123-4568 PRIVATE PHONEBK

EDIT O.K. EXIT DELETE SAVE

ENTRIES DELETED

EXIT

PRIVATE PHONEBK 38 ITEMS USE / =REVIEW 

EXIT DELETE

SAVE

DELETE ALL? USE OK = YES USE EXIT = NO



O.K. EXIT

P H O N E B O O K D IR E CT O RY

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Your new cordless phone provides a m ultiple handset capability which supports up to 4 handsets. Each additional handset com es with a charging cradle you can plug into any electrical outlet. No extra phone jack is required. Many extra functions becom e possible when there are m ore than one handset in your system . Register the additional handsets (CY-381) see page 18.

INTERCOM

The base unit can support intercom conversation and an external call sim ultaneously. Handset-to-Handset two-way intercom is operated independent of the base unit. It is possible to make an intercom call between two handsets while another handset is engaging the external line

W hen a HS is in standby m ode, press [Int.] key, LCD

display shows the base unit and all the other available

handsets in range of the base unit.

Using the [▼ ] / [▲ ] keys to m ove to the handset you want

to intercom with and press [O.K.]. For instance, if HS (2)

is being paged by HS (1), then HS (1) LCD display shows

“PAG ING HS (2)

Handset (2) will ring and the display “PAGING FROM HS (1)”.

Press [Talk], [Int.] or [O.K.] on the called handset to answer the intercom. If you do not want to answer it, press [EXIT] soft key and the ringing will stop.

Note: This phone system can allow you to conference or intercom by using the handset and base simultaneously. If the handset is operated too close to the base unit, you may experience feedback noise. Should this occur, move the handset away from the base unit and the feedback will stop.

 HS (2 )  HS (3) BASE



O.K. EXIT

PAGING HS (2)



EXIT

PAGING FROM

HS (1)

EXIT

INTERCOM

HS (2) HS (1)

VOL-2



EXIT

MU LT I - H ANDSET O PERAT IO N

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CALL TRANSFER

Your new cordless phone allows you to transfer calls between the base and handsets.

Blind Transfer

You can transfer a call to another handset or the base unit without advance notice.

When the handset (or base unit) is engaged in an external call.

Press [Int.] and scroll to the name of the handset you want to

transfer the call to. Press [O.K.] to transfer.

If you did this from HS (1) to HS (2) then HS (2) rings and “TRANSFER FROM HS (1)” is displayed. Press [talk] or [O.K.] to take the line.

If you are busy and do not want to take the line, press [EXIT] softkey to reject the transferred call. The call will then be returned to the original handset.

The original handset will ring and displays “CALL BACK”.

Press [O.K.] to take back the call or press [EXIT] to end

the call.

Announced Transfer

You can talk to the other handset before transferring the call to the recipient.

When the handset (or base unit) is engaged in an external call.

Press [HOLD] soft key to put the call on hold.

Press [Int.] and scroll to the name of the handset you want to

transfer the call to. Press [O.K.].

If you did this from HS (1) to HS (2) then HS (2) rings and “PAGING FROM HS (1)” is displayed. Press [Talk], [Int.] or [O.K.] to take the internal call.

Note: If Intercom auto answer is set, there is no need to press any key and the speakerphone m ode will be activated.

CALL ON HOLD v  HS (2) HS (3)



O.K. EXIT

TRANSFER FROM HS (1)



O.K. EXIT

MESSAGES HS (2) 03:55PM 01/15



SAVE SERVIC E M ENU D IR. DIAL V.M.

CALL BACK



O.K. EXIT

CALL ON HOLD



HO LD

CALL ON HOLD v  HS (2) HS (3)



O.K. EXIT

INTERCOM HOLD HS (2) HS (1) VOL-2 

EXIT

MU LT I - H ANDSET O PERAT IO N

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If you are busy and do not want to answer the call, press [EXIT] softkey to reject the paging call. The ring will be stopped and the handset returns to standby. If answered:

After the internal conversation, press [Talk] to take the call. The external call is now completely transferred to this handset.

Transferring to all handsets

Following the sam e steps above, you can select to transfer the call to all handsets by selecting “ALL” after pressing the [Int.] key. All handsets in range, including the base unit, will ring. The first one responding will set up the com m unication link.

CALL CONFERENCING

Your new cordless phone supports conference calls up to 6 parties : 3 handsets, the base unit and 2 external call

Multiple Party Conference Call

When engaged with an external line on the handset, press

[Talk] or [Spk.] key and other handset(s) or [] on the base

unit to enter into a conference call.

“CONFERENCE” app ears on the disp lays.

Press [Talk] on any handset to retreat from the conference.

To end the call, make sure all parties have disconnected from

the line.

MESSAGES HS (2) 03:55PM 01/15



SAVE SERVIC E M ENU D IR. DIAL V.M.

TALK VOL-2



HOLD

SERVIC E DIR. D IAL V.M .

1234567 0:01:15 VOL-1 

HOLD

3W AY

SERVICE DIR.

CONFERENCE

1 2 3 BS



MU LT I - H ANDSET O PERAT IO N

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WALKIE-TALKIE OPERATION

Your new cordless phone is ready to function like a walkie-talkie (FRS). It functions totally independent of the base unit. You can take a pair of handsets to use in the shopping m all or in the country side.

Enter into Walkie-Talkie m ode

Press [MENU] soft key and using [▼ ] / [▲ ] keys scroll to

the “W ALKIE-TALKIE” m enu.

Press [O.K.] to confirm

selection.

Repeat the same steps

on another handset.

The W alkie-talkies are now ready to use.

Operating Walkie-talkies

Press [Talk] or [Int.] followed by the handset num ber you

want to call. Both parties will ring.

W hen the handset is paged, it will display “PAG ING FROM HS #”

Press [Talk], [Int.] or [O.K.] key and a full duplex link

between 2 walkie-talkies is set up.

Note: Both handsets are now detached from the base unit. Even if they are within range of the base unit, they do not respond to any paging, broadcasting or external line. Press [EXIT] to end the com m unication. Press [EXIT] to return to telephone-m ode.

WALKIE-TALKIE v

LAST CALL TIMER DEL MESSAGE? 

O .K. E XIT

HS (1)

WALKIE-TALKIE



EXIT

HS (2)

WALKIE-TALKIE



EXIT

WALKIE-TALKIE

PAGING

HS (2)



EXIT

PAGING FROM

HS (1)

WALKIE-TALKIE



EXIT

WALKIE-TALKIE HS (1) HS (2) VOL-2



EXIT

MU LT I - H ANDSET O PERAT IO N

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You phone has been pre-program m ed at the factory with an optional services dial list.

DISPLAY CL AS S SERVI CE DI AL CODE

411 National DA 1411 RTN CALL Return Call 69

RPT DIAL Repeat Dialing 66 CALL FW D Call Forwarding 72 CANC CW Cancel Call W aiting  70

Note:

These optional services, except 1411, are accessible only if you have subscribed from your local telephone com pany.

DIALING SERVICES

In standby m ode, press [SERVICE] softkey to prom pt the pre-program m ed optional features dial list. Press the corresponding softkey to select the optional service you wish to activate. Or, press [▼ ] / [▲ ] if you want to return to standby m ode.

For instance, if you want to activate Repeat Dialing function, press [RPT DIAL] softkey. The dial code will be shown on the display. W hen you can hear a second dial tone, the code is accepted. Press [OFF] on the handset or return it to the cradle to hang up.

30 NEW CALLS HS (1) 10:05AM 05/15



411 RTN CALL RPT DIAL FW D O N C W O FF

66 0:00:05 VOL-2



H OL D

3WA Y

S ERVIC E D IR. DIAL V.M .

O PTIO N A L FEATURES D IAL LIST

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CAPACITY

Mem ory

The Caller ID List: 40 m em ory locations; 24 digits and 15 characters per location.

Phone Book Directory: 40 m emory locations on each handset; 24 digits and 15 characters per location; 32 m em ory locations on the base unit that can be shared am ong all handsets, 24 digits and 15 characters per location.

Voice Announce Caller Nam e: 32 m em ory locations; 3 seconds per location.

Redial List: 22 m em ory locations; 24 digits per location.

Call Repeat Num ber

The Call Repeat num ber is 7 m axim um .

OUT OF RANGE

If the handset cannot communicate with the base unit or the handset is too far away from the base during a conversation and the RF signal is not present, the message “OUT OF RANGE” will appear on the display.

NO CONNECTION

If the handset cannot connect to the base unit when making a call, the message “NO CONNECTION” appears on the display for 2 seconds, and then LCD display “Out of Range”.

ADD ITIO N A L INFOR M ATIO N

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Before calling for service, please check this list of the most com m on problems.

Problem Check

The phone does not work Are the LINE CORD and AC adapter connected properly?

Is the handset too far away from the base unit?

Is the battery pack weak? Charge the battery on the base unit for about 15 hours.

The phone does not ring

Check the RINGER setting.

Cannot dial

Do you have touch tone service?

Check the TONE/PULSE setting.

The audio sounds scratchy Is the base unit located next to m etal objects or

appliances? Try relocation.

CALLER ID doesn’t work Do you have CALLER ID service?

No caller’s nam e Does the CALLER ID service to which you subscribed

include the CALLING NAME DELIVERY feature?

You cannot hear or be heard clearly

Increase the handset receiver volum e (See page 30).

Caller’s inform ation is not registered

Did you or your answering machine answer calls before the second ring?

Interference from wireless networking device

Change the location of the wireless networking device and/or the base of the cordless phone.

Switch the channel on the wireless networking device. Please refer to the m anual of your wireless networking device, or consult a qualified technician on how to switch the channel. For optim um results, switch to a m id transm it range channel. (e.g. Channel 6 at 2.437GHz)

SAVE THESE INSTRUCT IONS.

TRO U B LESH O OTING

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The following suggestions will help you care for the system so you can enjoy it for years.

Keep the system dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry im m ediately. Liquids m ight contain m inerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.

Use and store the system only in norm al tem perature environm ents. Tem perature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, and distort or m elt plastic parts.

Handle the system gently and carefully. Dropping it can dam age circuit boards and cases and can cause the system to work im properly.

Keep the system away from excessive dust and dirt, which can cause prem ature part wear.

W ipe the system with a dam p cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chem icals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the system .

Modifying or tam pering with the system ’s internal com ponents can cause a m alfunction and m ight invalidate the system ’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it.

CARE AN D M A INTEN AN C E

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This equipm ent com plies with Part 68 of FCC rules and the requirem ents adopted by the ACTA. On the b ottom of this equipm ent is a label that contains, am ong other inform ation, a product identifier in the form at US:CACW100B386001. If requested, this

num ber m ust be provided to the telephone com pany.

The REN is used to determ ine the num ber of devices that m ay be connected to a telephone line. Excess ive RENs on a telephone line m ay result in the devices not ringing in respons e to an incom ing call. In m os t but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the num ber of devices that m ay be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs , contact the local telephone com pany. [For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that has the form at US:CACWI00B386001. The digits repres ented by 00B are the REN without a decim al point (e.g., 03B is a REN of 0.3B). For earlier products , the REN is s eparately shown on the label.]

Should you experience trouble with this equipm ent, please contact Verizon on:

1-800-233-5961

for repair or warranty inform ation. If the equipm ent is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone com pany m ay reques t that you disconnect the equipm ent until the problem is resolved.

NOTICE: If your hom e has specially wired alarm equipm ent connected to the telephone line, ens ure the installation of this equipm ent ID does not disable your alarm equipm ent. If you have ques tions about what will disable alarm equipm ent, consult your telephone com pany or a qualified ins taller.

If this equipm ent CY-386 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone com pany will notify you in advance the tem porary discontinuance of s ervice m ay be required. But if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone com pany will notify the cus tom er as soon as possible. Also, you will be advis ed of your right to file a com plaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

The telephone com pany m ay m ake changes in its facilities, equipm ent, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone com pany will provide advance notice in order for you to m ake necessary m odifications to m aintain uninterrupted s ervice.

FC C R E QU IR E ME N T S

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Do not attempt to repair or m odify this equipm ent. Changes or m odifications not expressly approved by the party res ponsible for its com pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipm ent.

Connection to party line service is subject to s tate tariffs. Contact the s tate public utility com m iss ion, public service comm iss ion or corporation comm iss ion for inform ation.

Current FCC regulations specify that any direct connections to a telephone com pany line be done us ing only standard phone jacks USOC RJ11C and plugs that is TIA-968-A com pliant.

Note:

This equipm ent has been tes ted and found to com ply with the lim its for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules . These limits are designed to provide reas onable protection against harm ful interference in a res idential ins tallation. This equipm ent generates, uses , and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions , m ay cause harm ful interference to radio com m unications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular ins tallation. If this equipm ent does cause harm ful interference to radio or televis ion reception, which can be determ ined by turning the equipm ent off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or m ore of the following m eas ures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipm ent and receiver.

3. Connect the equipm ent into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

NOTICE TO HEARING AID WEARERS: This telephone has been registered with the FCC as hearing aid com patible.

W arning: Changes or m odifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for com pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipm ent.

Caution: To m aintain com pliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines place the base unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons.

FC C R E QU IR E ME N T S

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Q & A

W HAT DOES OUR W ARRANTY COVER?

• Any defect in m aterial or workm anship.

FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE?

• To the original purchaser only - ONE YEAR.

W HAT W ILL VERIZON DO?

• At our option, repair or replace your unit.

HOW DO I SEND MY UNIT, IN OR OUT OF W ARRANTY?

• In the U.S., call Cus tom er Service for Return Authorization at: 1-800-233-5961.

• Properly pack your unit, include any cables and access ories which were originally

provided with the product. W e recom m end us ing the original carton and packing m aterials .

• Include in the package a copy of the s ales receipt or other evidence of date of original

purchase (if the unit was purchas ed within the last twelve m onths).

• Print your nam e and address , along with a des cription of the defect, and include this

in the package.

• Include paym ent for any s ervice or repair not covered by warranty, as determ ined by

Verizon.

W HAT DOES OUR W ARRANTY NOT COVER?

• Batteries

• Dam age from m isuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, power surges, etc.)

• Products which m ay have been m odified or incorporated into other products.

• Products purchased and/or operated outside the USA, its territories, or Canada.

• Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expres sly authorized by

Verizon.

• Products purchased m ore than 12 m onths from current date.

• Units purchas ed in "AS IS" condition, or units purchased as "Distressed

Merchandise".

HOW DOES STATE LAW OR PROVINCIAL LAW RELATE TO THIS W ARRANTY?

• This warranty gives you specific rights . You m ay als o have other rights which vary

from s tate to s tate or province to province.

W AR R AN T Y

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Attach two s crews to the wall s urface us ing this tem plate. Once attached, carefully push your unit onto the s crews and s lide down until it is secured.

CY386 20050204

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