VTech Telecommunications 80-5735-05 Cordless Phone - Handset User Manual manual

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User’s manualEL421085.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system withcaller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVE
Model #: EL42108Type: 5.8GHz cordless telephone/answering systemSerial #: (found on the bottom of the telephone base)Purchase date:Place of purchase:Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the bottom of the telephone base.Congratulationson purchasing yournew AT&T product.Before using this AT&T product, pleaseread the Important safety instructionson pages 46-48 of this manual.Please thoroughly read the user’smanual for all the feature operationsand troubleshooting information necessary to installand operate your newAT&T product. You can also visit ourwebsite at www.telephones.att.comor call 1 (800) 222-3111.In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.© 2007 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved.AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Knowledge Ventures,licensed to Advanced American Telephones.
See page 7for easy instructions.You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone.Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the handset or base display - remove it before use.For customer service or product information, visit our website atwww.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully:• Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery 2422 (SKU 23402, part number 89-0047-00-00) or equivalent. To order a replace-ment battery, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial1 (866) 288-4268.• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. Like other batteries of this type, it could explode if burned. Check with local codes for special disposal instruc-tions.• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit. Do not allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the battery. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm.• Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.• Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and battery charg-er.• Do not disassemble your telephone. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified service personnel for servicing.STOP!
Parts checklistYour new AT&T EL42108 telephone system includes:Telephone base Battery for cordless handsetPower adapter for telephone base Telephone line cordBattery compartment coverCordless handsetUser's manual Quick start guideUser’s manualEL421085.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system withcaller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVEQuick start guideEL421085.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system withcaller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVEREMOVERECORDANNC.
Getting startedQuick reference guide......................2Parts checklist......................................4Telephone base installation...........5Battery installation & charging....7Installation options ............................8Belt clip & optional headset............10Telephone operationSettings................................................. 11Basic operation................................. 13Options while on calls................... 16DirectoryDirectory............................................... 17Speed dial............................................ 18New directory entries .................... 19Directory search ............................... 21To change or dial entries................ 22Caller ID summaryCaller ID summary ........................... 23To review the call summary ....... 26Delete call summary entries ...... 27Add entries to the directory....... 28Answering system operationAnswering system operation.........29Day & time announcements..........30Outgoing announcements..............31Changing feature options............... 32Message playback...............................33Recording & playing memos .........34Message counter displays ..............35Answering system mode.................36Remote access .....................................37AppendixScreen icons, indicator lights & tones.............................................38Handset display screen messages...39Troubleshooting ................................40Important safety instructions......46FCC Part 68 & ACTA........................49FCC Part 15.........................................51Limited warranty...............................52Technical specifications.................55Index ......................................................56Remote access wallet card..........571Table of contentsUser’s manualEL421085.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system withcaller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVE
2Getting startedREMOVEDIR /VOLUME +When in a menu, press to scroll up. When in idle mode, press to display directory entries (page 21). While entering names, press to advance the cur-sor. During a call, press DIR to increase listening volume.Quick reference guideCordless handsetCHAN/REMOVEWhen on a call, press CHAN/REMOVE to scan for a clearer channel when there is static or interference on the line (page 16). When in caller ID mode, press to delete the displayed caller ID entry (page 27), or press and hold to delete all caller ID entries (page 27). PHONE/FLASHPress to make or answer a call. During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (page 16). MENU/SELECTPress to display a menu or to confirm a command. OFF/CLEARDuring a call, press to hang up. While using menus, press to cancel an operation, or exit the menu (page 12).REDIAL/PAUSEWhen in idle mode, Press repeatedly to display the last five numbers called (page 14). While dialing or entering numbers to the directory, press to insert a four-second dialing pause (page 20).CID/-VOLUMEWhen in a menu, press to scroll down. When in idle mode, press to display call summary entries (page 26). When entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left. During a call, press CID to decrease listening volume.MUTEWhile on a call, press to mute microphone. Press again to resume your conversation (page 16).
3Getting startedRECORDANNC.RECORDANNC. SKIPQuick reference guideTelephone baseIN USE• Flashes quickly while an incoming call is ringing.• On steady when the handset is in use.HANDSET LOCATORPress to make the handset beep when the handset is not in the telephone base (page 15). Press to review or change answering system options (page 32).Press to delete message currently playing; press and hold to delete all old mes-sages (page 33).Press to review or record announcement; press again to quit (page 31).Press to record a memo (page 34) or after pressing ANNC. to record an outgoing announce-ment (page 31).Press to turn answering system on or off (page 36).Press to repeat message; press twice to play previous message (page 33).Press to start or stop mes-sage playback (page 33).Press to adjust playback volume (page 33).Press to skip message (page 33).VOL ANSWER ONRECORDDELETEPLAY/STOPANNC.CLOCKREPEATPress to review or set clock (page 30).SETUPNumber of messages (or during playback, message number currently playing).MESSAGE COUNTERCHARGEOn when the cordless handset is properly positioned to charge in the telephone base.
4Getting startedHandset main menu To enter the main menu:1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is in idle mode.2. Press CID or DIR to select a handset feature menu, then press MENU/SELECTto enter that menu.To return to the idle mode, press OFF/CLEAR.DIRECTORYDIRECTORY allows you to store and search for names and numbers.SPEED DIAL allows you to store or dial a number in speed dial location.RINGER: allows you to set the ringer melodies.RINGER VOL: allows you to set the ringer volume.DATE/TIME allows you to set the date and time.DIAL MODE allows you to set the dialing type.RINGER: 1SPEED DIALHOME AREA CODEallows you to set your home area code.LANGUAGE allows you to set your phone lan-guage.DIAL MODE: TONEDATE/TIMERINGER VOL: HILANGUAGEHOME AREA CODE
5Getting startedInstallation setupInstall the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not connected to a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat sur-face or vertically mounted on the wall (page xx). For optimum range and bet-ter reception, place the telephone base in a central and open location.Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:• Communication devices such as: personal computers, computer routers, television sets, VCRs, wireless routers (wireless broadband, wi-fi, or 802.11) or other cordless telephones.• Excessive heat sources.• Noise sources such as a window with traffic outside, motors, microwave ovens, refrigerators, or fluorescent lighting.• Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.• Excessive moisture.• Extremely low temperature.• Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of the washing machine or work bench.
6Getting startedTelephone line cordDSL filter (Optional for DSL users, see number four in the note section, below.)Telephone base installationInstall the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not connected to a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flatsurface or vertically mounted on the wall (page xx). For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in a central and open location.5. Plug the other end of the telephone line cord into a telephone jack.4. Plug the large end of the power adapter into an electrical outlet not connected to a wall switch.3. Route cords through slots.2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base.1. Plug the small end of the power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the telephone base.NOTES:1. Use only the power adapter supplied with this product or equivalent. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.2. This power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
7Getting startedInstallation optionsThis telephone is used for both desktop installation and wall mount installa-tion. If wall mounting is desired, a telephone outlet wall mounting plate with mounting studs is required. This mounting plate with studs may be available for purchase from any hardware or consumer electronics retailers and may require professional installation.Desktop to wall mount installationTo install the telephone base in the wall mount position, make sure that you first unplug all cords connected to the telephone base before you begin.1. Plug the telephone line cord and power adapter into the telephone base. Bundle the telephone line cord and power adapter line, then secure with a twist tie.
8Getting startedWall mount to desktop installationTo change the telephone base from the wall mount position to desktop posi-tion, make sure that you first unplug the power adapter and telephone line cord from the wall outlets before you begin.1. Slide the telephone base upwards, then pull the telephone base away from the wall off of the mounting studs.2. Remove the telephone line cord and power adapter plug from the tel-ephone base.3. Plug the telephone line cord into the telephone base and telephone wall jack, then plug the power adapter plug into the telephone base and to an electrical wall outlet not controlled by a wall switch (page xx).Installation options
9Getting startedREMOVEBATTERY LOW10:08AM02/14NEEDS CHARGINGthenBattery installation & chargingInstall the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you can make and receive short calls, but replace the handset in the telephone base when not in use. For optimal performance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hours before use. When fully charged, the handset battery provides approximately five hours of talk time and six days of standby time.Step 1Insert the plug as indicated. Be sure to securely insert the plug, making sure that it matches the color-corded label inside the bat-tery compartment.Step 4You may be able to make or receive short calls. For optimal performance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hours before first use.Caution:1. Use only the supplied rechargeable battery, replacement battery 2422 (SKU 23402, part number 89-0047-00-00) or equivalent. To order a replacement battery, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.2. See the Troubleshooting section on page xx for charging issues.To replace the bat-tery, For optimal per-formance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hours before first use. Lift out the old battery and disconnect it from the handset.Follow the instructions on this page to install and charge the new battery.Step 3Slide the battery compartment cover up until it clicks.Battery low indicatorReturn the handset to the telephone base to recharge when this symbol flashes and the handset beeps or when the handset screen displays NEEDS CHARGING.Step 2Place the battery and wires inside the compartment.NOTE: Under normal conditions, the battery should last around one year. This may vary depending on usage.
10Telephone operationSettingsFollow the steps below to program the cordless handset. To stop at any time, press OFF/CLEAR.LanguageThe default language setting is English. To change the language to Espanol, or Francais:1. Press MENU/SELECT.2. Press CID or DIR until the screen displays LANGUAGE.3. Use MENU/SELECTto change the current setting.4. Press CID or DIR to choose among ENGLISH,FRANCAIS, or ESPANOL.5. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection and exit.Choose dial modeThe dial mode defaults to tone. If you do not have touch tone service, you’ll need to change the set-ting to pulse: 1. PressMENU/SELECT.2. Press CID or DIR until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the current setting.3. UseMENU/SELECT to change the current setting.4. Press CID or DIR to display TONE or PULSE.5. PressMENU/SELECT to confirm your selection and exit.LANGUAGEDIAL MODE: TONE
11Telephone operationNOTES:• If you choose OFF,the cordless handset ringer will be turned off, and the screen will display RINGER OFF and when the cord-less handset is idle (not in use). If there are un-reviewed calls, the screen will display XX MISSED CALLS instead of RINGER OFF and .• When the volume level is at the maximum or minimum setting, you will hear two alert beeps.SettingsChoose ringer volume setting1. Press and hold CID or DIR when the cord-less handset is idle (not in use). This feature allows you to choose HI,low or OFF.2. Press CID or DIR to choose the desired option. You will hear a sample of each ringer volume.3. Press MENU/SELECT to choose blinking ringer volume and exit.-OR-1. Press MENU/SELECT to begin programming.2. Press CID or DIR until the screen displays RINGER VOL: and the current setting.3. Use MENU/SELECT to change the current setting.4. Press CID or DIR to choose the desiredvolume level.5. Press MENU/SELECT to save your selection and exit.Selectable ringer melodies1. Press MENU/SELECT to begin programming.2. Press CID or DIR until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting.3. Use MENU/SELECT to change the current setting.4. Press CID or DIR to display 1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF. You will hear a sample of each ringer sound.5. Press MENU/SELECT to choose the displayed ringer sound and exit.RINGER VOL: LOW
12Telephone operationSettingsSet cordless handset display date and time1. Press MENU/SELECT to begin programming.2. Press CID or DIR until the screen displays DATE/TIME.3. Press MENU/SELECT to view or set the date and time.4. Press CID or DIR to change the month in the date and time line at the bottom of the display, then press MENU/SELECT.5. Repeat step four to set the day, hour, minute, and the AM/PM.6. Press MENU/SELECT to save and exit.To set home area codeHome area code is the area code for your tel-ephone number. Most users simply dial the seven digits of a telephone number to make a call within their own area code and 10 digits outside of their area code. If this applies to you, you should enter your own area code into the telephone as the home area code. After setting, if you receive a call from within your home area code, the screen will display the seven digits of the telephone number.1. Press MENU/SELECT to begin programming.2. Press CID or DIR until the screen displays HOME AREA CODE.3. Press MENU/SELECT.4. Press the dial pad keys to enter a three-digit home area code.5. Press MENU/SELECT to save and exit.RINGER: 1DATE/TIME10:08 02/14 NOTES:• You can choose to set the time manually, or you can allow it to be set automatically with incoming caller ID infor-mation. The time will be set automatically only if you subscribe to caller ID service provided by your local telephone company (page 23). The date and time for the answering machine need to be set sepa-rately (page 30).• Caller ID will not set the year. See page 30 for instructions on how to set the year.
13Telephone operationREMOVEBasic operationMaking and answering callsTo answer an incoming call, press any keys (except CID, DIR and OFF/CLEAR). To make a call, press PHONE/FLASH, then dial a number. Press OFF/CLEAR to hang up.To predial (preview numbers before dialing), enter numbers first, then press PHONE/FLASH to dial. Press CID then CHAN/REMOVE anytime to make corrections when entering numbers.The screen displays the elapsed time of the current call (in hours, minutes and seconds). NOTE: Press PHONE/FLASH to access ser-vice from your local telephone service provider will not affect the elapsed time. 0:00:30Elapsedtime
14Telephone operationREMOVEBasic operationLast five numbers redialWhile the phone is not in use, press REDIAL/PAUSErepeatedly to display the last five numbers called (up to 30 digits). To dial the number displayed, pressPHONE/FLASH. Or after pressing PHONE/FLASH,press REDIAL/PAUSE to call the number last dialed.To delete the redial memory, press REDIAL/PAUSE,then press CHAN/REMOVE to delete one by one. Press OFF/CLEAR to exit.Temporary ring silencingWhile the telephone is ringing, press OFF/CLEARto silence the ringer temporarily. This will silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. You can answer the call. The next incoming call will ring normally.Ringersilenced
15Telephone operationRECORDANNC.REMOVEBasic operationHandset locatorIf you misplace the handset, press HANDSET LOCATOR on the telephone base. This starts the paging tone at the handset for 60 seconds to help you locate it. To stop the paging tone, pressOFF/CLEAR on the cordless handset, or place the cordless handset in the telephone base, or press the HANDSET LOCATOR on the tele-phone base.NOTE: If the handset is charging in the base, pressing HANDSET LOCATOR does not gener-ate a paging tone.** PAGING **

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