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Using the phone

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BT Freestyle 225 UG – Edition 01 – 02.10.07 – 8390

Call timer

Your handset automatically displays

the duration of every external call.

The call time will remain on the

display until 2 seconds after the call

has ended.

Make a call

1. Press .

Enter the telephone number and the number is dialled.

Preparatory dialling

Use preparatory dialling to see and check the number on
the display before you dial out. The display can only show 12
digits at a time, if you enter a number with more than 12
digits, 3 dots will be displayed to the left of the number to
indicate more digits.

1. Enter the number first then press 

or 

to dial.

End a call

1. Press 

or place the handset back on the base.

Receiving calls

When you receive an incoming call, the telephone will ring and
the 

icon will flash. If the ringer is set to off, the phone will

not ring but you will hear one short beep tone to alert you.

1. If the handset is not in the base/charger, press or 

to answer the call.

If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]

Press 

to delete an incorrect digit.

Clr

If you have subscribed to a Caller

Display service, your caller’s number

will also be shown. If the number is

withheld the display will show

Withheld

. If an exact number match is

found in the Directory, the name will

be displayed instead of the number.

See page 36 for more information.

Internal calls

When you receive an internal call, the

calling handset number will be shown

on the handset display.

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Page 1: ...BT Freestyle 225 UG Issue 2 Edition 01 21 11 07 8523 BT Freestyle 225 User Guide 8523 Freestyle 225 UG Iss 2 1 21 11 07 10 51 Page 1...

Page 2: ...you see who s calling and your phone stores details of the last 10 callers in a Calls list 1 Digital answering machine with up to 15 minutes recording time Play repeat and delete your messages from al...

Page 3: ...that the BT Freestyle 225 works by sending radio signals between the base and handset These signals may interfere with some hearing aids causing a humming noise Got everything BT Freestyle 225 handse...

Page 4: ...redial list 20 To delete the entire redial list 20 Keypad lock 21 Ringer volume on off 21 Find the handset s 21 Making internal calls 22 Receiving internal calls 22 Transferring calls 22 3 Way confer...

Page 5: ...ge 45 Play check outgoing message 46 Reinstate pre recorded outgoing messages 46 Playing messages 47 Adjust volume for message playback 48 Delete all old messages 48 Memory full 48 Answer delay 49 Rem...

Page 6: ...l functionality of your phone IMPORTANT Do not connect the telephone line until at least one of the handsets is fully charged The base station must be plugged into the mains power at all times Locatio...

Page 7: ...rs standby time on a single charge Battery low warning If the symbol is flashing you will need to recharge your handset before using it Battery performance To keep your batteries in the best condition...

Page 8: ...e year follow the instructions shown below 1 Press to open the main menu 2 Press or until the display shows Date Time and press 3 The current year setting is displayed enter the last 2 digits of the y...

Page 9: ...able batteries Only use NiMH rechargeable batteries with a capacity of 600mAh or higher Using inappropriate batteries will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone Helpline If you are ha...

Page 10: ...set on the charger and charge for at least 16 hours Your BT Freestyle 225 multiple pack is now ready for use 10 Getting started BT Freestyle 225 UG Edition 01 02 10 07 8390 If you experience any probl...

Page 11: ...e page 17 Talk Press to make and receive phone calls Down Directory Press to access the directory page 24 Use to scroll down through a menu or list During a call press to adjust the volume page 17 Dis...

Page 12: ...lpdesk vtecheurope com UP DOWN When scrolling through the menu ANTENNA Steady when in range Flashing when out of range HANDSET Handset in use Incoming call HANDSFREE Handsfree on TAPE Answer machine o...

Page 13: ...1 02 10 07 8390 If you experience any problems please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com Find Press to page locate a handset see page 21 Charger For multiple pack...

Page 14: ...until the display shows Setup h set and press 3 Ring melody is displayed press to select The current melody is played for 5 seconds 4 Press or to select your preferred melody 5 Press to store You hear...

Page 15: ...e No Delete Delete list Calls List Select Store No Delete Delete list Internal Registration Register Deregister Setup h set Ring melody Ring volume Tones Handset name Reset Setup base Change PIN Voice...

Page 16: ...e base Receiving calls When you receive an incoming call the telephone will ring and the icon will flash If the ringer is set to off the phone will not ring but you will hear one short beep tone to al...

Page 17: ...dsfree 1 Dial the number then press 2 Press to end the call 17 Using the phone If two handsets are engaged on an internal call and an external incoming call is received beeps will be emitted at both i...

Page 18: ...ll is transferred to the loudspeaker 2 Press to toggle between Handsfree and the handset 3 Press to end the call Secrecy During a call you can talk to someone nearby without your caller hearing 1 Pres...

Page 19: ...ess to select 5 Name is displayed Enter a name using the keypad and press to confirm 6 Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Clr Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu 19 Using the...

Page 20: ...Press to open the main menu 2 Press or to display Redial Press to display the redial list 3 With any of the redial numbers displayed press 4 Press or to display Delete list and press to select 5 Delet...

Page 21: ...anted or locate a missing handset 1 Press on the base The handset s ring 2 Press on the base again or press on the handset to stop the handset ringing 21 Using the phone When the keypad is locked inco...

Page 22: ...r know who is calling When the other handset answers hold your conversation as normal 3 Press to end the call Receiving internal calls When you receive an internal call the calling handset number will...

Page 23: ...ish to join the call The other handset will ring 3 The other handset answers the call by pressing 4 Press the display shows Conference Press to confirm The external call and the two internal handsets...

Page 24: ...to enter it 0 1 Clr Clr You can store up to 30 names and numbers in the directory of each of your BT Freestyle 225 handsets for quick and easy dialling Numbers can be up to 20 digits long Directory en...

Page 25: ...t W w 2nd 1 1 B b E e H h K k N n Q q U u X x 3rd C c F f I i L l O o R r V v Y y 4th 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 S s 8 8 Z z 5th 7 7 9 9 0 0 6th _ _ 7th 8th 9th 10th 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 P Pause 0 9WXYZ 8 TU...

Page 26: ...o be dialled out Press or to dial Edit a directory entry 1 Press to open the directory The first entry is displayed 2 Press or to scroll through the directory to the entry you want 3 Press then to dis...

Page 27: ...ou want 3 Press then to display Delete and press to select 4 Delete is displayed Press to confirm 5 Deleted is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Clr Menu Menu Menu Clr Menu Clr 27 Dir...

Page 28: ...nd Stored is displayed 6 Press and hold to return to standby Ringer volume There are 6 different ringer volume levels to choose from 1 Press to open the main menu 2 Press or until the display shows Se...

Page 29: ...s to open the main menu 2 Press or until the display shows Setup h set and press 3 Press or until Tones is displayed press to select 4 Press or to select the tone you want and press to select 5 Press...

Page 30: ...ed a Twin Trio or Quad the handsets in these packs are already pre registered to the main base 1 Press and or until REGISTRATION is displayed then press 2 REGISTER is displayed press and ENTER PIN wil...

Page 31: ...riginal setting 0000 and press 4 Use or to display the handset number you wish to de register then press 5 DEREGISTER will be displayed press again to confirm Restore default settings You can reset yo...

Page 32: ...al handset ringer volume 5 Battery low tone On Out of range tone Off Key beeps On Keypad lock Off Redial list memory Empty Directory Empty Calls list Empty Menu Menu 32 Handset settings BT Freestyle 2...

Page 33: ...enter the new PIN code and press Stored is displayed 7 Press and hold to return to standby Mailbox number Your mailbox number is preset to 1571 This means that when you hold down the phone will automa...

Page 34: ...hold to return to the idle screen Now when you hold down the your phone will automatically dial the number you entered Dial mode Your BT Freestyle 225 is pre set to tone dialling DTMF You can set the...

Page 35: ...splayed press to select 4 Enter PIN is displayed Enter the 4 digit PIN code using the keypad and press 5 Reset is displayed Press to confirm Stored is displayed 6 Press and hold to return to standby D...

Page 36: ...he name will be displayed instead Calls list When a call is not answered or is picked up by the answering machine the display shows New Calls and your caller s telephone number will be stored in the C...

Page 37: ...Stored is displayed Press and hold to return to standby mode Delete a number 1 Press to open the main menu 2 Press to display Calls List and press to select The most recent missed call is displayed Me...

Page 38: ...t recent missed call is displayed 3 Press or to scroll through the Calls list to the entry you want and press to select 4 Press or to display Delete list and press to select 5 Delete list is displayed...

Page 39: ...umber of your choice 1 Press then scroll to Divert On 2 Press or to dial the code 3 Follow the spoken instructions BT Calling Features may require a subscription with a fee payable for the service Ple...

Page 40: ...ll Waiting On Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to contact you whilst on a call If a second caller rings you will hear a beep in the handset Pressing the button allows you to swit...

Page 41: ...n for confirmation of your instructions Check Call Waiting 1 Press then scroll to Callwait 2 Press or to dial the code 3 Listen to hear the status of your Call Waiting 41 BT Calling Features BT Freest...

Page 42: ...o return to standby mode Delete a service 1 Press then scroll to the service you want and press 2 Scroll to display Delete and press Delete is displayed 3 Press to confirm Deleted is displayed After 2...

Page 43: ...rd your own outgoing message Your BT Freestyle 225 gives clear voice prompts to help you when using the answering machine Switch on off When first connected to the mains power your BT Freestyle 225 is...

Page 44: ...ler hears when the answering machine picks up their call Your BT Freestyle 225 comes with two pre recorded outgoing messages to choose from You can also record your own outgoing messages Answer and Re...

Page 45: ...ded outgoing message but you can reinstate this later if you wish 1 Press twice to enter the answering machine mode 2 Press or until Ans settings is displayed and press to select Listen to the voice p...

Page 46: ...the answering machine mode 2 Press or until Ans settings is displayed Press to select Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 3 Press Your outgoing message begins to play 4 During pla...

Page 47: ...ages will always be played back first During playback you can choose any of the following options Press to stop playback Press to replay the current message Press again to go to the start of the previ...

Page 48: ...mory becomes full when a caller is leaving a message the machine announces Memory full thank you for calling and hangs up When the memory is full your answering machine will automatically switch to An...

Page 49: ...wering machine mode 2 Press or until Ans settings is displayed Press to select Listen to the voice prompt To hear the main menu press 1 3 Press to hear the menu choices 4 Keep pressing until you hear...

Page 50: ...shows STORED 6 Press and hold to return to standby Switch answering machine on If you forget to switch on your answering machine you can do it from another phone 1 Dial your phone number and after 20...

Page 51: ...the incorrect PIN code you will hear Incorrect security code You have two chances to enter the correct remote access security code before your BT Freestyle 225 hangs up Time saver If you have set the...

Page 52: ...ed the number and cannot remember it contact the BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt helpdesk vtecheurope com No display Check that the handset batteries are charged and correctly fitte...

Page 53: ...to your caller again Incoming caller s number is not displayed even though you have Caller Display Caller has to allow their number to be sent It has been withheld or is unavailable IMPORTANT The BT F...

Page 54: ...acemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product Never dispose of batteries in a fire There is a serious risk of explosion and or the release of highly toxic chemicals Cleanin...

Page 55: ...isposal Connecting to a switchboard Switchboard compatibility This telephone may be connected to most types of switchboard however in the event of any difficulties consult your switchboard Service Pro...

Page 56: ...has ended the repair must meet the approval requirements for connection to the telephone network We suggest that you call our recommended repair agents on 0870 240 5029 Returning your phone If the He...

Page 57: ...item code 040371 Only use approved AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries Additional handsets The BT Freestyle 225 is NOT GAP compatible You can only register BT Freestyle 225 handsets to your BT Freestyle...

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Page 60: ...cations plc s respective standard conditions of contract Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract British Telecommunications plc 2007 Registered Office 81 Newgate Street London EC1A...

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