BELGACOM Twist 398, User Manual

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9 Getting started
Place handset on the base unit or the charger and
let the batteries continuously charge for 24 hours
before using.
• The battery icon appears on the screen
when charging has started.
Note
The warranty does not apply to the batteries and
any other components which have a limited
lifetime or are exposed to wear.
3.4.1 Low battery warning
An empty battery icon indicates the
batteries need recharging.
Place the handset on the base unit or the charger
to recharge the batteries.
Note
Handset will go into sleep mode after reaching
a very low battery voltage level.
Note
A low battery alert (during off hook) will also
inform you that the handset has to be recharged.
If it happens during a call, the call may end shortly
after the alert.
3.4.2 Battery life and range
Optimal battery life is reached after 3 cycles of
complete charging and discharging. Optimal range
is reached when there is no other electrical
appliances working within the range area.
3.5 Using GAP standard compliance
The GAP standard guarantees that all DECT™
GAP handsets and base stations comply with
a minimum operating standard irrespective of
their makes. Twist 398 handset and base station
are GAP compliant, which means they guarantee
the minimum functions: register a handset, take
the line, make a call and receive a call. The
advanced features may not be available if you use
them with other handset types.
To register and use the Twist 398 handset with
a GAP compliant base station from different
make, first follow the procedure described in the
manufacturer's instructions, then follow the
procedure described in this manual for
subscribing a handset.
To register a handset from different make to
Twist 398 base station, place the base station into
registration mode, then follow the procedure
described in the handset's manufacturer's
instructions.
3.6 Standby mode
Your phone is in standby mode when it is idle.
The standby screen displays the handset name,
handset number, battery icon, and the signal icon.
3.7 Verify the signal
The signal icon displays the link status
between your handset and the base unit.
is steadily on : Your handset and base unit are
linked.
is flashing : Your handset and base unit have
lost link.
Battery life in talking mode : Up to 12 hours
Battery life in standby mode : Up to 150 hours
Indoor range : Up to 50 meters
Outdoor range : Up to 300 meters
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