NOTE:
Check with your local phone company regarding name service availability.
Reviewing CID Records
As records are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know how
many calls you have received.
1. Make sure the phone is
OFF
(not in talk mode).
2. Press the CALLER ID/VOL (+) button to scroll through the call records from the
oldest to the most recent.
OR
3. Press the CALLER ID/VOL (-) button to scroll through the call records from the
newest to the oldest.
• Insert the battery pack.
NOTE:
It is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires) to the jack
inside the compartment as shown in the illustration.
• Replace the battery compartment door.
4. Connect the telephone line cord by plugging one end of the telephone line cord
into the jack on the bottom of the base and the other end into a telephone wall
jack.
5. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to
ON
, and place the handset in the
cradle on the base. The charge/in use indicator on the base turns on to indicate
the handset battery is charging.
6. Allow handset to charge for 16 hours prior to first use. If you don’t properly
charge the handset, battery performance is compromised.
7. Make sure the ringer switch is turned
ON
. If the ringer is not on, the telephone
will not ring (see Ringer Switch for instructions).
Wall Mounting
NOTE:
For best results, charge the telephone/answering system on a flat surface
before hanging it on the wall.
Slip the mounting holes (on the back of the base) over the wall plate posts and
slide the unit down into place. (Wall plate not included.)
Answering System Setup
This section shows you how to set up your answering system to receive incoming
calls. Before you begin the set up process, you must turn on the answering
system.
• Press the ANS ON/OFF button to turn the answering system on and off.
The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering system is on. The
indicator blinks when you have new messages.
NOTE:
The answering system displays “- -” when it is off.
Setting the Voice Prompt Language
The default voice prompt language is English.
To change the answering system’s voice prompt language, press and hold the
SKIP button for two seconds. The unit announces
“SELECCIONADO ESPANOL
”
(Spanish selected).
NOTE
: To change to English, press and hold the SKIP button again for 2
seconds. The unit announces
“ENGLISH SELECTED”
.
NOTE
: In remote access mode, the system follows the selected language. The
voice prompt language cannot be switched remotely.
Voice Time/Day Stamp
1. Make sure the answering system is
ON
.
2. Press and hold the day/check button on the base to set the day of the week.
3. Press and hold the hour button on the base to set the hour (a.m. or p.m.).
Example:
12AM
,
1AM
, or
12PM
,
1PM
.
4. Press and hold the min button on the base to set the minute. The time advances
in 5-minute intervals, or tap and release to advance in 1 minute intervals.
Speaker Volume
Use the VOLUME (- / +) buttons to adjust speaker volume on the
base to a comfortable level. L1 is the minimum speaker volume and L8 is the
maximum.
Base Layout
Handset Layout
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.
INSTALLATION NOTE:
Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that
may cause or receive interference with 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 ovens, or VCR. If such
interference continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these
appliances.
Certain other communications devices may also use the 5.8 GHz 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 5.8 GHz frequency
for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer
networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range
cordless telephone systems.
5.8 GHz Call Waiting Caller ID
Cordless Telephone/Answering
System User’s Guide
25899
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.
Recording the Outgoing Announcement
For best results when recording, you should be about nine inches from the
microphone, and eliminate as much background noise as possible.
1. Make sure the answering system is
ON
.
2. Press and hold the announce button on the base.
3. Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
4. Release the button when you finish your announcement.
NOTE:
If you choose not to record an outgoing announcement, a default
announcement plays instead. To return to the default announcement after you
have recorded your own outgoing announcement, press the announce button
and release it when you hear the beep.
Sample Outgoing Announcement
Hi, this is (use your name here), I can’t answer the phone right now, so please leave your name,
number and a brief message after the tone, and I’ll get back to you. Thanks.
Reviewing the Announcement
Press and release the ANNOUNCE button to review your outgoing announcement.
Rings to Answer
Use the RINGS TO ANSWER switch on the bottom of the base to set the number of
times you want the phone to ring before the answering system answers the call.
You may choose 3 rings, 5 rings, or TOLL SAVER (TS).
NOTE:
If you select Toll Saver (TS) the unit answers after the 3rd ring if there
are NEW and unread messages, OR the unit answers after the 5th ring if there
are NO new and unread messages.
Answering System Operation
This section discusses the buttons and features on the answering system.
Messages Indicator
The messages indicator shows you how many messages you have received, and
the indicator blinks when new messages are received. The ANS ON/OFF button
must be
ON
in order for the messages indicator to work.
NOTE :
The answering system displays “- -” when it is turned off.
Screening Calls from the Base
1. Wait for the caller to begin leaving a message (to determine who is calling).
2. To speak to the caller, pick up the handset, and press the, TALK/END/CALL BACK
button.
The answering system automatically stops recording when you activate the
handset or pick up an extension phone.
TIP:
Make sure the volume on the base is set loud enough to hear your
incoming calls.
Message Playback
The messages indicator on the base lets you know when you have messages. To
play messages, press PLAY/STOP.
While a message is playing, you may do the following:
• Press PLAY/STOP to stop the message playback.
• Press and release REVIEW to restart the current message; continue pressing
and releasing REVIEW to review previous messages.
• Press and release skip to go to the next message.
Memory Full
When the answering system memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings.
You should erase some messages so the answering system may record new
messages.
Erasing Messages
You may erase messages three ways: one message at a time from the base; all
messages from the base; or one message at a time from the handset or a phone
in another location.
1. To erase one message at a time from the base:
• Press PLAY/STOP. The message plays.
• Press and release the DELETE button.
2. To erase all reviewed messages from the base:
• Press and hold the DELETE button until the unit beeps.
3. To erase a message from the handset:
• Press FORMAT/ANSWERER button to enter into the handset remote
access operation.
• Press PLAY/STOP on the handset (the 2 button). The message plays.
• Press ERASE (the 0 button) to erase the message during message playback.
NOTE:
Erased messages cannot be restored.
Leaving a Memo
Use the memo feature to leave a message.
1. Press and hold the MEMO button on the base.
You must hold the button until
you finish recording the memo.
2. Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
3. Release the MEMO button when finished.
Telephone Set Up
Programmable Menus
There are four programmable menus available on the handset: Language, Local
Area Code, Ringer Tone and Factory Default. When you program these settings,
make sure the phone is
OFF
(not in talk mode).
Display Language
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button on the handset until
1 ENG 2 FRA 3 ESP
shows in
the display.
2. Use the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons on the handset or the handset touch-
tone pad to select
1, 2,
or
3
.
3. Press the FLASH/PROG button again.
NOTE:
Press the *EXIT button once to keep the previous setting and return to
the standby screen.
Local Area Code
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
AREA CODE - - -
shows in the display. The
default is - - -.
2. Use the handset touch-tone pad to enter the area code.
3. Press the FLASH/PROG button again.
NOTE:
Press the *EXIT button once to keep the previous setting and return to
the standby screen.
NOTE:
To restore the default setting to - - - , press and release DEL/CHAN
when
AREA CODE
shows in the display.
Ringer Tone
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
RINGER TONE > 1
shows in the display. The
default ringer tone is
1
.
2. Use the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons on the handset or the handset touch-
tone pad to select
1, 2,
or
3
.
3. Press the FLASH/PROG button again. You will hear a confirmation tone.
NOTE:
Press the *EXIT button once to keep the previous setting and return to
the standby screen.
Factory Default
As you become familiar with this system, you may prefer to use the system’s
original settings. Follow the steps below to return to the factory default settings.
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
DEFAULT
shows in the display.
The default is
NO
.
2. Use the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons to select
YES
or
NO
.
3. Press the FLASH/PROG button again. You will hear a confirmation tone.
NOTE:
The default settings are
ENGLISH
,
AREA CODE
- - -, and
RINGER TONE 1
.
NOTE:
Press the *EXIT button once to keep the previous setting and return to
the standby screen.
Telephone Operation
Making a Call
1. Pick up the handset, and press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button.
2. When you hear a dial tone, dial a telephone number.
3. When finished, press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button again to hang up.
OR
1. Dial the phone number first, then press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button.
2. When finished, press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button again to hang up.
NOTE:
If you make a mistake press the DEL/CHAN button to backspace and
erase the wrong number(s).
Answering a Call
1. Pick up the handset, and press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button.
NOTE:
The TALK/END/CALL BACK button is disabled when the handset is in
the cradle.
2. When finished, place the handset back in the cradle, or press the TALK/END/
CALL BACK button again.
IMPORTANT:
Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at
least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless in the event of a power failure.
In Use Indicator
When the handset is
ON
(in TALK mode), the TALK/END/CALL BACK button lights
up when the handset is taken off-hook. The charge/in use indicator on the base
is lit. During an incoming call, the charge/in use indicator on the base and the
handset TALK/END/CALL BACK button flashes.
Redial
1. Press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button on the handset.
2. 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, press redial to dial
the number directly.
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.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
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
© 2005 ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Model 25899
00004914 (Rev. 0 Dom E)
05-25
Printed in China
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.
This telephone/answering system is designed to be simple to use, however, you
can reach its full potential more quickly by taking a few minutes to read this user’s
guide.
This telephone /answering system is a multifunction product for use with Call
Waiting Caller ID services available from your local telephone company.
Your Call Waiting Caller ID phone allows you to:
• View the name and telephone number of a caller (Call Waiting Caller ID).
• Identify callers before you answer the phone.
• View the time and date of each incoming call.
• Record up to 40 Caller ID messages sequentially.
• Know who called while you are on the other line or when you were away.
• Screen unwanted calls, eliminate harassment from annoying calls, or to get
prepared before answering a call.
IMPORTANT:
In order to use all of the Caller ID features of this telephone,
you must subscribe to two separate services available from your local telephone
company: the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service to know who is calling
when the phone rings and Call Waiting Caller ID Service to know who is calling
while you are on the phone.
Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one
phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.
NOTE:
This product is tone dialing compatible only and does not support pulse
(rotary) dialing.
Before You Begin
Parts Checklist
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
Time
Date
Number of Calls
Caller ID name
Caller ID phone number
Flash
Use the FLASH/PROG button on the handset to activate custom calling services,
such as call waiting or call transfer, which are available through your local phone
company.
TIP:
Don’t use the TALK/END/CALL BACK button to activate custom calling
services such as call waiting, or you’ll hang up the phone.
Volume
When the phone is
ON
, press the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons to adjust the
volume of the handset’s earpiece to a comfortable listening level.
There are four settings to choose from. VOL 1 is the minimum volume level and
VOL 4 is the maximum.
Exit
Press the *EXIT button on the handset to exit a menu function and return to the
standby screen.
Mute
Use the MUTE button during a phone conversation to speak privately and off-line
with a third party.
1. Press the MUTE button on the handset. The TALK/END/CALL BACK button
flashes,
MUTE
shows in the display, and the party on the telephone cannot
hear your external conversation.
2. Press MUTE when finished.
Ringer On/Off Switch
The handset ringer switch may be set to
ON
or
OFF.
If the switch is off, the unit
does not ring.
Paging the Handset
This feature helps locate a misplaced handset.
1. Press the PAGE button on the base. The handset beeps for two minutes, and
PAGING
shows on the handset’s display.
2. To cancel the page press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button on the handset or
the PAGE button on the base.
NOTE:
You may still page the handset with the ringer off.
Caller ID (CID)
Caller ID (CID) is a service available from your local telephone company. For Caller
ID to work on this system, you must subscribe to Caller ID service from your local
telephone company.
This unit receives and displays information transmitted by your local phone
company. This information can include the phone number, date, and time; or the
name, phone number, date, and time. The unit can store up to 40 calls for later
review.
Call Waiting Caller ID
To receive Caller ID (CID) information from a Call Waiting call, you must subscribe
to the combined Call Waiting Caller ID service from your local telephone company.
Call Waiting Caller ID service allows you to see CID information for an incoming
call while you are on the telephone.
IMPORTANT:
In order to use all of the Caller ID features of this unit, you must
subscribe to either the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting
Caller ID Service. To know who is calling while you are on the phone, you must
subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service.
Receiving and Storing CID Information
When you receive a call, the CID information is transmitted by the phone company
to your Caller ID telephone between the first and second ring.
When the phone’s CID memory is full, a new call record automatically replaces
the oldest call record.
NEW
appears in the display for calls received which have
not been reviewed.
REPT
appears in the display for calls received more than once
which have not been reviewed.
Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall plate
Base
Handset
Belt clip
Telephone
line cord
AC power
adaptor
Handset
battery
FORMAT/ANSWERER
(button)
CALLER ID/VOL - or +
(buttons)
REDIAL
(button)
TALK/END/CALL BACK
(button)
FLASH/PROG
(button)
*EXIT
(button)
DEL/CHAN
(delete/channel
button)
MEM
(memory button)
PAUSE#
(button)
display
REVIEW
(button)
SKIP
(button)
PLAY/STOP
(button)
ERASE
(button)
MUTE
(button)
RINGER ON/OFF
(switch)
RED WIRE
BLACK WIRE
BATTERY
PRESS DOWN
FIRMLY
Installing the Phone
1. Choose an area near an electrical outlet and telephone wall jack (RJ11C).
PAGE
(button)
ANNOUNCE
(button)
CHARGE/
IN USE
(indicator)
ANS ON/OFF
(button)
PLAY/STOP
(button)
SKIP
(button)
REVIEW
(button)
VOLUME - or +
(buttons)
MEMO
(button)
MESSAGES
(indicator)
DELETE
(button)
day/check
(button)
hour
(button)
min (button)
Handset battery
compartment door
Installation
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone such as faxes,
other phones, or modems.
Important Installation Guidelines
• Install telephone near both a telephone (modular) jack and an electrical power
outlet.
• Avoid sources of noise, such as a window by a busy street, and electrical noise,
such as motors, microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting.
• Avoid heat sources, such as heating air ducts, heating appliances, radiators,
and direct sunlight.
• Avoid areas of excessive moisture or extremely low temperature.
• Avoid dusty locations.
• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.
2. Plug the AC power adaptor into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into
the power jack on the bottom of the base.
CAUTION:
Use only ATLINKS, Inc. power adaptor 5-2512 (black) that
came with this unit. Using other power adpators may damage the unit.
3. Install the handset battery.
NOTE:
You must connect the handset battery before use.
NOTE:
Battery and battery door are packaged together inside a plastic bag and
are separate from the handset.
• Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset.
• Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside the compartment.
