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40-Channel 900 MHz Cordless Telephone User's Guide 26928 INTRODUCTION CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference. Your Cordless Telephone is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality performance. To get the most from your new cordless telephone, we suggest that you take a few minutes right now to read through this instruction manual. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that is not cordless, in case the power in your home goes out. BEFORE YOU BEGIN PARTS CHECKLIST Make sure your package includes the items shown here. We bring good things to life. EQUIPMENT APPROVAL INFORMATION Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company. The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details. Notes • This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. • Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company. • Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line. • If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this product does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. 2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately. In case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1) promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance; (2) afford you the opportunity to correct the situation; and (3) inform you of your right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart E of Part 68, FCC Rules and Regulations. The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment, operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service. INTERFERENCE INFORMATION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is "receiving" the interference). • Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna. • Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "How To Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility. Model 26928M 16167880 (Rev. 0 E/S) 03-10 Printed in China US NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM ATLINKS USA, Inc. 101 West 103rd Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 © 2003 ATLINKS USA, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) VOL - TALK + redial 1 4 ghi 7pqrs memory 2 abc program 3 def 5 jkl 6 mno 8 tuv 9 wxyz * tone channel 0 oper ringer off on # pause flash Base Handset AC power supply Telephone line cord TELEPHONE JACK REQUIREMENTS To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack, which might look like the one pictured here, installed in your home. If you don't have a modular jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed. Wall plate Telephone line jack DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to provide protection against false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line. When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies its security code. After a power outage or battery replacement, you should place the handset in the base for about 20 seconds to reset the code. CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROW HEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT. SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT INSTALLATION AND SET UP INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV, microwave oven, or VCR. If interference continues, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference. Certain other communications devices may also use the 900 MHz frequency for communication, and, if not properly set, these devices may interfere with each other and/or your new telephone. If you are concerned with interference, please refer to the owner's manual for these devices on how to properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical devices that may use the 900 MHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems. IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. • Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. • Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. DESKTOP INSTALLATION VOL - TALK + redial 1 4 ghi 7pqrs memory 2 abc program 3 def 5 jkl 6 mno 8 tuv 9 wxyz * tone channel 0 oper ringer off on # pause flash 1 2 3 1. Set the ringer switch (on the handset front) to ON, and place handset in the cradle on the base. 2. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the bottom of the base and the other end into an electrical outlet. The "in use/charge" indicator comes on verifying the battery is charging. Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use. If you don't properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised. 3. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone jack on the bottom of the base and into a modular wall phone jack. NOTE: The phone automatically defaults to touch-tone dialing. To change to pulse (rotary) dialing, see "Tone/Pulse Dialing." If you don't know which type of service you have, check with the phone company. CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. 5-2581 power supply that came with this unit. Using other adapters may damage the unit. WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION Because it is necessary to charge the handset for 12 hours prior to connecting the phone for use the first time, it is better to leave the unit on a flat surface during initial charge before attempting to hang it on the wall. VOL - TALK + redial 1 4 ghi 7pqrs memory 2 abc program 3 def 5 jkl 6 mno 8 tuv 9 wxyz * tone channel 0 oper ringer off on # pause flash 5 2 1 4 3 1. Set the ringer switch (on the handset front) to ON, and place handset in the cradle on the base. 2. Plug one end of the power supply into the power jack on the back of the base and the other end into an electrical outlet. The "in use/charge" indicator comes on, verifying the battery is charging. Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use. If you don't properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised. 3. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone jack on the bottom of the base and into a modular wall phone jack. 4. Slip the mounting holes over the wall plate posts and slide the unit down firmly into place. (Wall plate not included.) 5. Place the handset in the cradle. NOTE: The phone automatically defaults to touch-tone dialing. To change to pulse (rotary) dialing, see "Tone/Pulse Dialing." If you don't know which type of service you have, check with the phone company. CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. 5-2581 power supply that came with this unit. Using other adapters may damage the unit. CORDLESS PHONE BASICS VOLUME - button VOLUME + button TALK button redial button *tone button channel button VOL - TALK + redial 1 4 ghi 7 pqrs memory 2 abc 5 jkl 8 tuv program 3 def 6 mno 9 wxyz * tone channel 0 oper ringer off on # pause flash program button memory button # pause button flash button ringer switch MAKING A CALL After initial set up, put handset in cradle on the base and charge the battery for 12 hours. To make a call: • Press the TALK button before you dial. • Press TALK or place the handset in the base to hang up. RECEIVING A CALL To answer a call, press the TALK button and begin speaking. IN USE INDICATOR LIGHT The phone is ON/in use when the TALK button on the handset and the base charge/in use indicator is lit. REDIAL Press the TALK button, then press the redial button to redial the last number you called (up to 32 digits). If you get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number, just press redial again (you don't have to turn the phone off and back on). FLASH Use the flash button to activate custom calling services such as Call Waiting or call transfer, which are available through your local phone company. TIP: If you press the TALK button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting, you'll hang up the phone. Press flash button instead. VOLUME The VOLUME (left and right arrow) buttons control the volume of the handset's earpiece. RINGER SWITCH The handset ringer switch can be set to ON or OFF. If the switch is off, the unit will not ring. TONE/PULSE DIALING This adjustment allows you to select tone (touch-tone) or pulse (rotary) mode dialing. The phone is pre-set for touch-tone use. To set to tone or pulse dialing: 1. Press and hold the program button for two seconds. You will hear a beep. 2. Press the *tone button to select Tone Dialing or press #pause to select Pulse Dialing. 3. Press the program button again. You will hear a confirmation tone. TEMPORARY TONE If you have pulse (rotary) service, and want to access customer calling services that require tone dialing (such as telebanking and long distance services), you can use this feature to make your phone temporarily touch-tone compatible. 1. Press the TALK button, and call the bank's information line. 2. Press the *tone button after your call is answered. 3. Follow the voice instructions to complete your transaction. 4. Hang up when finished. The phone returns to pulse (rotary) service. page button PAGING THE HANDSET Press the page button on the base to locate a misplaced handset. When you press the page button, the handset beeps and the indicator on the handset and the page/in use indicator on the base blinks. Press the TALK button when you locate the handset. The page signal is one short beep and one long beep for two minutes. To cancel the page, press the page button again. NOTE: You can still page the handset with the ringer off. CHANNEL BUTTON If you ever experience any interference or don't have clear voice quality, press the channel button on the handset to advance to another channel. MEMORY Store up to ten 20-digit telephone numbers in memory for quick dialing. STORING A NUMBER IN MEMORY 1. Make sure the phone is OFF, and press the memory button. 2. Press a number key (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location. 3. Press memory button. 4. Use the keypad to enter the number (up to 20 digits) you want to store in that memory location. 5. Press the memory button again to confirm. CHANGING A STORED NUMBER Follow the procedure in STORING A NUMBER IN MEMORY, except replace the old phone number with a new phone number. STORING A PAUSE IN MEMORY Use the #pause button to insert a pause when a delay is needed in the dialing sequence (for example, when you must dial a 9 to get an outside line or when you must enter codes to access your bank's information line). Each pause counts toward the 20-digit limit. If you need to dial 9 to get an outside line and want to store a number in memory without having to dial 9 each time, you would: 1. Make sure the phone is OFF, and press the memory button. 3. Press a number (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location. 4. Press memory again. 5. Enter the number 9 (or any other appropriate number) to access an outside line. 6. Press # pause button. 7. Enter the phone number you want to store in memory. 8. Press the memory button again to confirm. TIP: If you need a longer pause, press the #pause button twice. DIALING A STORED NUMBER 1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK button. 2. Press the memory button. 3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The number dials automatically. IMPORTANT: If you make test calls to emergency numbers stored in memory, remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher. Also, it's a good idea to make these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening. CHANGING THE BATTERY Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery. 1. Remove the battery compartment door. 2. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the battery pack from the handset. 3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the jack inside the handset. 4. Put the battery compartment door back on. 5. Place handset in the base to charge. If you don't charge the handset battery properly (for 12 hours) when you first set up the phone and/or when you install a new battery pack, the battery's long-term performance will be compromised. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the instruction book. BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury. • To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the User's Guide. • Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • Remove batteries if storing over 30 days. NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your ATLINKS USA product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle Nickel Cadmium batteries throughout the United States. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information or contact your local recycling center. HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS Signal Meaning A long warbling tone You have an incoming call (with ringer ON) One short beep and one long beep The handset is being paged A short beep every seven seconds Low battery warning Three short beeps Error tone Two long beeps Confirmation tone TALK BUTTON INDICATOR LIGHT Signal Meaning Lights steadily Phone is in use Quickly flashing You have an incoming call or page Flashes every 7 seconds (phone is off) Low battery warning TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE In case of difficulty, please check the following Troubleshooting Guide before seeking service. Problem Solution No dial tone • Check installation: Is the base power cord connected to a working outlet? Are the in use lamps on the handset and base lit? Is the handset in use/charge light on? Is the telephone line cord connected to the base unit and the wall jack? • Disconnect the base from the wall jack and connect another phone to the same jack. If there is no dial tone in the second phone, the problem might be your wiring or local service. • Is the handset out of the base unit's range? Move closer to the base unit. • Make sure the battery is properly charged (12 hours). • Is the battery pack installed correctly? • If the phone still does not work, disconnect the power cord and remove the battery pack. Then reconnect the power cord and reinstall the battery pack. Place handset in the base for 10 seconds to allow it to reinitialize. Dial tone is OK, but can't dial out • Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed correctly. Handset does not ring • Make sure the ringer switch on the handset is turned to ON. • You may have too many extension phones on your line.Try unplugging some phones. • See solutions for "No dial tone." Cannot hear phone conversation • Press the VOLUME (left and right arrow) buttons to adjust the volume to the desired listening level. You experience static, noise, or fading in and out Range is shorter than normal Phone dials in pulse with tone service Phone won't dial out with pulse service Battery will not hold a charge Memory Dialing doesn't work Unit locks up and no communication between the base and the handset • Change channels. • Is handset out of range? Move closer to the base. • Does the base need to be relocated? • Charge handset battery. • Make sure base is not plugged into an outlet with another household appliance. • Press the channel button during the conversation to select a new channel. • Make sure the phone is set to tone dialing. • Make sure the phone is set to pulse dialing. • Be sure you are charging the battery for 12 hours; you can expect approximately seven hours of talk time. • Check to be sure battery contacts on both the handset and the base are making contact and are clean; free of dirt or lint. • When the handset is placed in the base, check that the base in use/charge light is on. • Did you program the memory location keys correctly? • Did you follow proper dialing sequence? • Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed correctly. • If the phone still does not work, disconnect the power cord and remove the battery pack. Then reconnect the power cord and reinstall the battery pack. Place handset in the base for 10 seconds to allow it to reinitialize. • If a power outage occurs while the handset is away from the base, the handset must be returned to the base when the power returns. SERVICE If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized service agents. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this product. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service at 1800-448-0329. Or refer inquiries to: ATLINKS USA, Inc. Manager, Consumer Relations P O Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This information will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period. Purchase date Name of store LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year, from date of purchase. (The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.) What we will do: • Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product's warranty period. How you get service: • Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials. • "Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty service." For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to: ATLINKS USA, Inc. c/o Thomson 11721 B Alameda Ave. Socorro, Texas 79927 • Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty. • Insure your shipment for loss or damage. ATLINKS accepts no liability in case of damage or loss. • A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid. What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and setup service adjustments. • Batteries. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products. • Products purchased or serviced outside the USA. • Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage. CUSTOMER: CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE. ✂ Product Registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage. Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE ISTHE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLETOTHIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA, INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASETHE SCOPE OFTHIS WARRANTY. • REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ATLINKS USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. How state law relates to this warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. • This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state. If you purchased your product outside the USA: • This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information. ACCESSORY ORDER FORM DESCRIPTION AC power supply Replacement battery MODEL NO. silver blue 5-2581 5-2581 5-2574 5-2574 red 5-2581 5-2574 PRICE* QUANTITY TOTAL $19.95 $9.95 To order, call 1-800-338-0376 (for accessories only) or complete this order form. For credit card purchases Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your signature are necessary to process all charge card orders. Copy your complete account number from your VISA card. My card expires: Copy your complete account number from your Master Card or Discover. Copy the number above your name on the Master Card. My card expires: Authorized Signature *Prices are subject to change without notice. Total Merchandise Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD or Cash. All accessories are subject to availability. Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model. Shipping/Handling 5_._0_0______ Total Amount Enclosed Mail order form and money order or check (in U.S. currency) made payable to Thomson to: Thomson Mail Order Department P.O. Box 8419 Ronks, PA 17573-8419 Name Address Apt City State________ ZIP Daytime Phone Number Please make sure that this form has been filled out completely.