VTech Telecommunications 80 9665 00 User Manual

User Guide
BT914 Amplied Big Button Cordless Phone with Bluetooth Connectivity
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Congratulations on purchasing your new Clarity product. Before using this telephone, please read Important
Safety Instructions. WARNINGS: PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS
MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE.
To maintain the compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guideline, place the base unit at least 20
cm from nearby persons. To reduce the risk of re
or injury to persons, read and follow these instruc­tions.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the tele-
phone.
3. Avoid contact with liquids. Do not locate base unit or handset near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash basin, sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
4. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during a storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.
5. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicin­ity of the leak.
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INSTRUCTIONS
6. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlets before clean-
ing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. Place this telephone on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the telephone falls.
8. Do not cover the slots and openings on this telephone. This telephon 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.
9. Operate this telephone using the electrical voltage as stated on the base unit or the owner’s manual. If you are not sure of the voltage in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
10. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord or locate this product in an area where the power cord is likely to be damaged by furniture or foot trafc.
11. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can increase the risk of re or electrical shock.
12. Never push any objects through the slots in the telephone. They can touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of re or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the telephone.
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INSTRUCTIONS
13. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not take this phone apart. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
14. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servic­ing to the manufacturer under the following conditions: when the power supply cord or plug is frayed or damaged; if liquid has been spilled into the product; if the telephone has been exposed to rain or water; if the tele­phone has been dropped or the case has been damaged; if the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance; if the telephone does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjust­ment may require extensive work by a qualied techni­cian to restore the telephone to normal operation; if the telephone does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
15. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
16. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specically designed for wet locations.
17. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
18. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
19. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your local power company.
20. Do not attempt to open the AC adapter. There are potentially dangerous voltages inside, and there are no serviceable parts.
21. Discontinue use of product and contact Clarity if the prod­uct overheats, has a damaged cord or plug, if the product has been dropped or damaged or if the product has come into contact with liquids.
22. Use only the AC adapter provided with this product or a replacement AC adapter provided by Clarity.
23. This phone amplies sound to loud volumes. To prevent hearing damage, all users of the phone should be informed of the high volume capability of the phone and children should only use the phone when supervised by an adult.
24. Exposure to high volume sound levels or excessive sound pressure may cause temporary or permanent damage to your hearing. Although there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone, you should always use your telephone with the volume set at moderate levels
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INSTRUCTIONS
and avoid prolonged exposure to high volume sound levels. The louder the volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected. If you experience hearing discomfort, you should have your hearing checked by a doctor. To protect your hearing, you should:
A) Set the volume control in a low position and gradu-
ally increase the volume as needed. Before pressing the BOOST button, reduce the volume to the lowest level. Use the phone on the lowest volume setting as possible.
B) Limit the amount of time you use the telephone at
high volume levels.
25. If you experience a skin irritation after using this product, discontinue use and contact Clarity.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Dispose of used batteries according to
the instructions.
1. Do not dispose of the battery in a re as it may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special disposal in­structions.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes and skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conduction material may over-heat and cause burns.
4. Remove batteries when they are discharged and when the equipment will not be used for an extended period of time. Dispose of batteries according to local environ­mental laws.
5. Do not disassemble, heat, crush, deform or puncture bat­teries.
6. Do not attempt to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
7. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
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PACKAGING CONTENTS
LOCATION
Package contains the following items:
• Answering Machine base station
• AC power adapter for Answering Machine base station
• Telephone line cord for Answering Machine base station
• Cordless Handset
• (2) Rechargeable batteries for cordless handset
• User Manual
• Warranty/FCC Requirements booklet
Installation Location
For maximum coverage and reduce the interference, here are some guidelines you should consider when you place the base unit,
• Place it at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.
• Place it away from electronic appliances such as televisions, microwave ovens, radios, personal computers, wireless devices or other cordless phones.
• Avoid facing radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile phone cell stations.
• Avoid plugging it into the same circuit as other major household electrical appliances because of the potential for interference. Try moving the appliance or the base unit to another power outlet.
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CONNECTING THE BASE
If the reception for a base unit location is not satisfactory, move it to another location for better reception. Depending on the surrounding conditions as well as spatial and structural factors, the range may be reduced. The range indoors is normally less than outdoors.
CONNECTING THE ANSWERING MACHINE BASE STATION
1 – Plug the telephone line into the jack located on the back of
the base station. Plug the other end of the telephone line into a phone wall outlet.
2 – Plug the power supply cord into the jack located on the
back of the base station. Plug the other end of power supply line cord into an electrical outlet.
Always use the cables provided in the box.
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CONNECTING THE BASE
WARNINGS: Use only the power adapter provided
for the base station.
Always use the cables provided in the box, others may not be compatible.
NOTE: The base unit needs mains power for normal operation,
and the cordless handset will not work without it.
• Use only the power adapters supplied with this product.
• Even if you do not subscribe to any conventional telephone service, you can pair a Bluetooth enabled cell phone to your telephone base (see Bluetooth), and use the cell line alone without plugging in a telephone line cord.
• If you subscribe to telephone service from a cable company or a VoIP service provider, contact your cable/VoIP service provider for more information.
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INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
Note:
• Use only the batteries provided or equivalent.
• If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect
and remove the batteries to prevent possible leakage.
• To purchase replacement batteries, go to any store that
sells batteries: NiMH AAA 1.2V 500mAh.
Charge the batteries
Once you have installed the batteries, the screen indicates the battery status.
Note:
• For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone
base or charger when not in use.
• The batteries are fully charged after 12 hours of continuous
charging.
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BATTERY DETAILS
Battery
indicators
The screen is blank, or shows Put in charger and the battery symbol ashes.
The screen shows Low Battery and the battery sym­bol ashes.
The screen shows Handset X.
Note: If you place the handset in the telephone base or charger without inserting the batteries, the screen displays No battery.
Battery status Action
The battery has no charge or very little charge. The handset cannot be used.
The battery has enough charge to be used for a short time.
The battery is charged.
Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes)
Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes)
To keep the bat­tery charged, place it in the telephone base or charger when not in use.
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BATTERY DETAILS
When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:
Operations Operating Time
While in handset use (talking*)
While in speakerphone mode (talking*)
While not in use (stand­by**)
*Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery
**Handset is not charging or in use.
IMPORTA NT:
• Rechargeable batteries: Exercise care in handling batter-
ies in order not to create a short circuit with conducting material such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm. Observe proper polarity between the battery and the battery charger.
• Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of
these batteries in a safe matter. Do not burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.
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Seven hours
Three hours
Five days
BEFORE USE
After you install your telephone or power returns follow­ing a power outage, the handset will prompt you to set the date and time, and the answering system through voice guide.
If you choose to set up the date and time, and the answer­ing system at a later stage, you can do it manually.
Set date and time
1. Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the month, date, and
year, and then press SELECT.
2. Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the hour and minute.
3. Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to choose AM or PM, and then press SELECT to save.
• To skip setting, press the Red phone button.
After the setting for the date and time, the handset will display
Voice guide to… and set up Ans sys? alternatively.
Set answering system through voice guide
This feature assists you to do the basic setup of the an­swering system. You can follow the voice guide to record your own announcement, set the number of rings and the message alert tone.
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BEFORE USE
1. Press MENU to start the voice guide for the answering system setup. You hear the voice prompt “Hello! This voice
guide will assist you with the basic setup of your answering sys­tem.
2. Setup your answering system by inputting the designated numbers as instructed in the voice guide.
• To skip setting, press the Red phone button.
IMPORTANT:
Check for a dial tone by pressing Green phone/Flash button. If you hear a dial tone, the installation is successful.
If you do not hear a dial tone:
• Make sure the installation procedures described above are
properly done.
• It may be a wiring problem. If you have changed your telephone service to digital service from a cable company or a VoIP service provider, the telephone line may need to be rewired to allow all existing telephone jacks to work. Con­tact your cable/VoIP service provider for more information.
Operating range
This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commis-
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sion (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance- which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or ofce. When the handset is out of range, the handset displays Out of range or and no pwr at base alternately.
If there is a call while the handset is out of range, it may not ring, or if it does ring, the call may not connect well when you press the Green phone/Flash button or Cell phone button. Move closer to the telephone base, and then press the Green phone/Flash button or Cell phone button to answer the call. If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there may be interference. To improve reception, move closer to the telephone base.
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GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR HANDSET
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YOUR HANDSET
1 Handset earpiece 2 LCD Display 3
UP Arrow key/Phonebook
Review the phone book when the phone is not in
use.
Increase the listening volume during a call or mes-
sage playback.
Scroll up while in a menu, or in the phonebook,
caller ID log, or redia list.
Move the cursor to the right when entering num-
bers or names.
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Cell phone button
Make or answer a cell call.
Answer an incoming cell call when you hear a call
waiting alert.
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Green Phone/Flash button
Make or answer a home call.
Answer an incoming home call when you hear a
call waiting alert.
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YOUR HANDSET
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1 key/Voicemail
Press repeatedly to add or remove “1” in front of
the caller ID log entry before dialing or saving it to the phonebook.
Press and hold to set or dial your voicemail
number.
7 */Tone key
While you have set the dial mode to pulse and on a
call, press to switch to tone dialing temporarily.
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Speakerphone button
Make or answer a call using the handset speaker-
phone.
During a call, press to switch between the speaker-
phone and the handset.
9 Redial/Pause (RD/P)
Press repeatedly to review the redial list.
Press and hold to insert a dialing pause while
entering a number.
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Menu/Select
Show the menu.
While in a menu, press to select an item, or save
an entry or setting.
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YOUR HANDSET
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Red Phone button
Hang up a call.
Silence the ringer temporarily while the handset is
ringing.
Press and hold to erase the missed call indica-
tor while the phone is not in use.
Press to return to the previous menu, or press and hold to return to idle mode, without mak-
ing changes.
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Down Arrow key/CID
Review the caller ID log when the phone is not in use.
Decrease the listening volume during a call or mes­sage playback.
Scroll DOWN while in a menu, or in the phone­book, caller ID log, or redial list.
Move the cursor to the left when entering num­bers or names.
13 0 key
Press to add a space when entering names.
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# key
Press repeatedly to show other dialing options
when reviewing a caller ID log entry.
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Mute/X
Mute the microphone during a call.
Delete digits or characters while using the dialing
keys.
Silence the ringer temporarily while the handset is
ringing.
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Volume Up and Down Arrows
These buttons can increase and decrease the vol-
ume during a call.
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Boost Button
This button gives a boost of volume. This button
in conjunction with the Volume UP Arrow key, can make the phone amplied up to 40 db.
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Visual Indicator
This light will ash for an incoming call and will also
be on during a call if Auto Boost activated.
YOUR HANDSET
Note: Idle mode is when the phone is on but it is not being used.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BASE
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X
Delete the playing message.
Press twice to delete all previously reviewed mes-
sages when the phone is not in use.
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Find
Press to page all system handsets.
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Prev
Press to repeat a message.
Press twice to play the previous message.
4 Power button
Turn the answering system on or off
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Bluetooth 1 and Bluetooth 2/Headset
Press to connect the paired Bluetooth device.
Press and hold to add or replace a Bluetooth
device.
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–Vol/+Vol
Adjust the volume during message playback.
Adjust the telephone base ringer volume when the
phone is not in use.
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Message window
Shows the number of messages, and other infor­mation of the answering system or telephone base.
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Play/Stop
Play messages.
Stop playing messages.
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Next
Skip to the next message.
10 Bluetooth 1 and Bluetooth 2/Headset
Lights
On when the telephone base is paired and con­nected with a Bluetooth device.
Flashes when the telephone base is in discover­able mode
About cordless telephones
• Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are trans­mitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that the cordless tele­phone conversations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this
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reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversa­tions as being as private as those on corded telephones.
• Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical out­let. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged, switched off or if the electrical power is interrupted.
• Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to televisions and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do not place the telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR often reduces or eliminates the interference.
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BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS
MENU SELECT
PHONEBOOK
CALLER ID
Pair and connect your Bluetooth enabled cell phone
To use a Bluetooth enabled cell phone with your BT914, you must rst pair and connect your Bluetooth cell phone(s) with the telephone base. All BT914 handsets can be used to make or answer calls on the cell line. Your cell line is the telephone line associated with your cell phone service.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (a maximum of approximately 30 feet). When you pair a Bluetooth cell phone to the telephone base, place your Bluetooth cell phone closer to the telephone base to maintain sufcient signal strength. For optimal performance, keep your cell phone within 15 feet of the telephone base while using the cell line.
1. Choose a slot to pair the cell phone. Press and hold Bluetooth 1 or Bluetooth 2/Headset on the telephone base
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BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS
until you hear a conrmation tone, and the Bluetooth 1 or Bluetooth 2/Headset light ashes.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your cell phone. Once your cell phone nds your Clarity Phone (Clarity BT914), press the appropriate key on your cell phone to continue the pairing process.
• Your cell phone may prompt you to enter the PIN of the
telephone base. The default PIN of the telephone base is
0000.
When the cell phone is connected to the telephone base, the corresponding status icon (Bluetooth 1 or Bluetooth 2) displays. The corresponding device light (Bluetooth 1 or Blue­tooth 2/Headset) turns on.
If the pairing fails, turn off the Bluetooth feature on your cell phone and on the BT914 by pressing Bluetooth1 or Bluetooth 2/Headset. Then repeat the steps above to pair and connect again. In some cases, it may take you a few attempts to com­plete the pairing process.
Pair and connect your Bluetooth enabled headset
1. Press MENU on the phone when it is not in use.
2. Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to scroll to Bluetooth, and then press SELECT.
3. Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to scroll to Add BT headset, and then press SELECT. The screen displays
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Search headset….
4. Set your headset to discoverable mode. Once your handset
nds your headset, press SELECT.
• Enter the PIN of your headset if required. The PIN for most Bluetooth devices is 0000 (refer to the user’s manual of your headset), and then press SELECT.
When the headset is successfully paired and connected to the telephone base, the Bluetooth 2 icon displays. The Bluetooth 2/Headset light turns on.
Download contacts from your Bluetooth cell phone
1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use.
2. Scroll to Bluetooth, and then press SELECT.
3. Scroll to Download PB, and then press SELECT.
4. Scroll to select the desired cell phone, and then pre
SELECT.
Note:
• For certain cell phones, you may need to press a key on
your cell phone to conrm the phonebook downloaded.
• The performance of the phonebook download feature
depends on the compatibility of your Bluetooth cell phone. Refer to the user’s manual of your cell phone for more
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information about how that device uses Bluetooth connec­tivity.
• Certain cell phones do not support SIM card download. If this is the case, transfer the contacts from your SIM card to your cell phone memory rst. Then download from your cell phone memory. For more information on how to transfer contacts from your SIM card to your cell phone memory, see the user’s manual of your cell phone.
1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use.
2. Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys until the screen dis­plays the desired feature menu.
3. Press SELECT to enter that menu.
• To return to the previous menu, press the Red phone button.
• To return to the idle mode, press and hold the Red phone button.
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