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2. If the number does not dial as shown, press the format/answerer

button. Repeat if necessary, until the correct number of digits shows
in the display.

3. Press the TALK/callback button.

M

EMORY

Store up to ten 24-digit numbers in memory for quick dialing. This
memory feature is in addition to the 40 Caller ID records that can be
stored in memory.

S

TORING

 

A

 N

AME

 

AND

 N

UMBER

 

IN

 M

EMORY

1. Make sure the phone is 

OFF

 (not in TALK mode).

2. Press the mem button.

3. Press the desired memory location button (0 through 9 keys). If the

memory location is occupied, the memory location and stored name
and number appear on the screen. If the memory location is empty,
EMPTY appears in the display.

4. Press the mem button again. The display shows 

ENTER NAME.

NOTE:

 If you don’t want to enter the name, skip step 5.

5. Use the handset number keypad to enter a name (up to 15

characters). More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys.
For example, to enter Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter B.
Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the
letter L, and wait for 1 second. Press the  5 key 3 times for the second
letter L, and press the 1 key to insert a space between the first and
last name. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S; press the 6 key
once for the letter M; press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I; press the
8 key for the letter T; press the 4 key twice for the letter H.

6. Press the mem button again to save the name. The display shows

ENTER TEL  NUMBR.

7. Use the handset number keypad to enter the area code followed by

the telephone number (up to 24 digits, including pauses) and press
the mem button again to save the number. The unit beeps to confirm.

8. To enter another name and number in a different memory location,

return to step 1 and repeat the process.

S

TORING

 

A

 R

EDIAL

 N

UMBER

1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.

2. Press the redial button.

3. Press the mem button to store the number. You will hear a

confirmation tone.

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EDIAL

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UMBER

1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.

2. Press the redial button.

3. Press the mem button, and " 

REPLACE MEMO?" shows in the display.

4. Press the mem button to replace the old memory with the new redial

number. You will hear a confirmation tone.

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UMBER

1. Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.

REPLACE MEMO?” shows in the display.

2. Press the mem button to store the number. You will hear a

confirmation tone.

D

IALING

 

A

 S

TORED

 N

UMBER

1. Make sure the phone is 

ON

 by pressing the TALK/callback button.

2. Press the mem button.

3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The number

dials automatically.

OR

1. Make sure the phone is 

OFF

 (not in TALK mode).

2. Press the mem button.

3. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button to scroll through the

numbers stored in memory until the desired number is shown.

4. Press TALK/callback. The number dials automatically.

C

HAIN

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IALING

 

FROM

 M

EMORY

Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers,
such as using a calling card for a frequently called long distance number.
You simply dial each part of the number sequence from memory. The
following example shows how you can use chain dialing to make a call
through a long distance service:

The Number For

Memory Location

Long distance access number

7

Authorization code

8

Frequently called long distance number

9

1. Make sure the phone is 

ON

 by pressing the TALK/callback button.

2. Press the mem button and then press the 7 key.

3. When you hear the access tone, press mem again and then press

the 8 key.

4. At the next access tone, press mem and then the 9 key.

TIP:

 Wait for the access tones before pressing the mem button, or your

call might not go through.

I

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A

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AUSE

 

IN

 

THE

 D

IALING

 S

EQUENCE

Press the # PAUSE button once to insert a delay in the dialing sequence
of a stored telephone number. A pause is needed to wait for a dial tone
(for example after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer
access tone). PAUSE shows on the display as a “

P ”.  Each pause counts

as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.

R

EVIEWING

 

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ELETING

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UMBERS

1. Press the mem button.

2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button to scroll to the desired

memory location or use the touch tone pad on the handset to enter
the desired memory location (0-9).

3. While the entry is displayed, press the chan/delete button to delete

the entry. The display shows 

DELETE?.

4. Press chan/delete again to confirm. The display shows 

DELETED. You

will hear a confirmation tone.

A

DVANCED

 F

EATURES

C

HANNEL

 B

UTTON

While talking on the phone, you might need to manually change the
channel in order to reduce static caused by appliances, such as baby
monitors, garage door openers, microwave ovens, or other cordless
phones. Press and release the chan/delete button to move to the next
clear channel.

T

EMPORARY

 T

ONE

This feature is useful only if you have pulse dialing service. Temporary
Tone Dialing enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touch-
tone services offered by banks, credit card companies, etc. For example,
when you call your bank you may need to enter your bank account
number. Temporarily switching to Touch Tone mode allows you to send
your number.

1. Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to connect.

2. When your call is answered, press the * TONE/cancel button on the

handset number pad to temporarily change from pulse dialing to
tone dialing. Temporary tone dialing mode is displayed as 

.

3. Follow the automated instructions to get the information you need.

4. Hang up the handset and the phone automatically returns to pulse

(rotary) dialing mode.

R

EMOTE

 A

CCESS

This section explains two types of remote access: using the handset to
access the answering system and accessing the answering system from
another phone.

The handset contains integrated buttons that enable you access the
answering machine with the handset.

You can also access your answering system from any phone that is tone-
dial compatible by entering a 3-digit security code after you hear the
outgoing announcement. A voice menu system guides you through all of
the procedures.

U

SING

 

THE

 H

ANDSET

Press the format/answerer button to access the answering system from
the cordless handset.

After you access the answering system, use the marked handset keys
just as if you were pressing the corresponding buttons on the base (see
"Answering System Operation."). The functions are listed on the handset
above each number. For example, to play messages:

1. Press the format/answerer button. The display shows 

ANSWERER

REMOTE.

2. Press 2 (play/stop).

3. When you are finished listening to your messages, press format/

answerer again.

S

CREENING

 C

ALLS

 

FROM

 

THE

 H

ANDSET

Use the handset to screen calls even when you can't hear the
answering system.

When the answering system picks up the line:

1. Press the format/answerer button to access the answering system.

2. Listen as the caller leaves a message.

3. Press the TALK/call back button to speak to the person or press

format/answerer to stop screening the call.

M

EMORY

 F

ULL

When the answering system’s memory is full, the system answers after
10 rings, beeps and waits for you to enter the 3-digit security code. If you
don't enter the security code within 10 seconds after the unit beeps, the
phone hangs up. You should erase some messages so the answering
system can record new messages.

NOTE:

 The unit also answers after the 10th ring if it is turned off. To

access the answering system, enter your 3-digit security code after you
hear the beep.

A

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THE

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NSWERING

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YSTEM

 

FROM

A

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 L

OCATION

You can access your answering system from a touch-tone phone by
entering your 3-digit security code after you hear the outgoing
announcement.

1. Dial the phone number for the answering system.

2. Enter the security code after you hear the tone.

3. Follow the voice menu to use the answering system remote functions.

The remote feature enables you to perform the following functions:

To

Press this Button

Review message

1

Play back messages

2

Stop message playback

2

Erase message

0 (during message playback)

Skip message

3

Turn off/on answering system

4

Review voice menu options

7

TIP:

 You can bypass the outgoing announcement by pressing any

numbered key on the keypad while the announcement is playing. Then,
you can enter your security code to access the answering system.

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ECURITY

 C

ODE

The default security code for accessing the answerer from another
location is 

1 2 3

. You must use the handset to change the security code.

With the phone off, follow these steps:

1. Press format/answerer button.

2. Press *TONE/cancel.

3. Enter the three numbers to be used as the new security code.

4. Press * TONE/cancel again.

H

EADSET

 

AND

 B

ELT

 C

LIP

 O

PERATION

C

ONNECTING

 

AN

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PTIONAL

 H

EADSET

 

TO

 

THE

 H

ANDSET

For Hands Free Operation:

1. Connect the headset to the HEADSET jack on the side of the

handset. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled
when the headset is connected.

2. Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and

over your ear. Move the microphone to approximately two to three
inches from your mouth.

3. Press the TALK/callback button to answer a call or make calls using

the headset.

4. To return to normal operation, unplug the headset from the jack.

C

ONNECTING

 

THE

 B

ELT

 C

LIP

To attach the belt clip, insert the sides of the belt clip into the slots on
each side of the handset. Snap the ends of the belt clip into place.

C

HANGING

 

THE

 B

ATTERY

Make sure the telephone is 

OFF

 before you replace battery.

1. Remove the battery compartment door.

2. Disconnect the battery plug from the jack inside the battery

compartment 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.

NOTE :

 If the battery is not installed or properly

connected inside the battery compartment, the
handset displays "NO BATTERY" when it is placed on
the base cradle.

6. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12

hours) prior to first use or when you install a new
battery pack. If you do not properly charge the
phone, battery performance will be compromised.

CAUTION:

 To reduce the risk of fire or

personal injury, use only the battery listed in the
instruction book.

B

ATTERY

 S

AFETY

 P

RECAUTIONS

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, Inc. 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.

G

ENERAL

 P

RODUCT

 C

ARE

To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:

Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that
generate electrical noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).

DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.

Avoid dropping the unit and other rough treatment.

Clean with a soft cloth.

Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this
will damage the finish.

Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a
later date.

Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base
with a soft cloth.

H

ANDSET

 S

OUND

 S

IGNALS

Signal

Meaning

A long warbling tone (with ringer on)

Signals an incoming call

Three short beeps (several times)

Page signal

Single beep every 7 seconds

Low battery warning

D

ISPLAY

 

AND

 C

ALLER

 ID M

ESSAGES

The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit.

INCOMPLETE DATA

Caller information has been interrupted
during transmission or the phone is
excessively noisy.

ENTER NAME

Prompt telling you to enter the name for
one of the 10 memory locations.

ENTER TEL  NUMBR

Prompt telling you to enter the telephone
number for one of the 10 memory locations.

DELETE ALL?

Prompt asking if you want to erase all
Caller ID records.

DELETE  CALL ID?

Prompt asking if you want to erase a
Caller ID record.

DELETED

Prompt confirming the Caller ID record
is erased.

END OF LIST

Indicates that there is no additional
information in Caller ID memory.

NEW

Indicates call or calls have not
been reviewed.

UNKNOWN NAME/

The incoming call is from an area not

CALLER/NUMBER

serviced by Caller ID or the information was
not sent.

NO BATTERY

Indicates the battery pack is missing or
not properly installed in the the
battery compartment.

PAGING

Someone has pressed the PAGE button on
the base.

BLOCKED CALL

The person is calling from a number that
has been blocked from transmission.

PRESS TALK  KEY

Indicates the CID number is a Directory Dial
Number (DDN) and cannot be formatted.

BLOCKED NAME

The persons name is blocked
from transmission.

BLOCKED NUMBER

The person is calling from a number that
has been blocked from transmission.

REPT

Repeat call message. Indicates that a new
call from the same number was received
more than once.

NO DATA

No Caller ID information was received.

EMPTY

Indicates a memory location is vacant.

NO CALLS

Indicates no calls have been received.

CALL WAITING

Indicates a call is waiting on the line.

ANSWERER REMOTE

Indicates the answering machine is being
accessed remotely.

A

NSWERING

 S

YSTEM

 D

ISPLAY

 M

ESSAGES

The following indicators show the status of the answering machine.

0-59

Total number of messages.

CL (blinking)

The voice time/day stamp needs set.

- -

Answerer off.

An (blinking)

Currently answering a call.

F (blinking)

Memory is full.

Six bars (blinking)

Recording a memo or announcement.

LA (Line Access)

External line remote answerer.

T

ROUBLESHOOTING

 G

UIDE

C

ORDLESS

 P

HONE

 S

OLUTIONS

No dial tone

Check installation:

Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working
electrical outlet.

Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base unit and
the wall phone jack.

Connect another phone to the same modular jack; if the second
phone doesn’t work, the problem might be with your wiring or
local service.

The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base.

Make sure the battery is properly charged (for 12 hours).

Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly.

Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/callback  button?
Did the charge/in use indicator come on? The battery may need to
be charged.

Place the handset in the base for at least 20 seconds.

Handset does not ring

Make sure the RINGER switch on the handset is turned ON.

Move closer to the base. The handset may be out of range.

You may have too many extension phones on your line. Try
unplugging some phones.

Check for a dial tone.

You experience static, noise, or fading in and out

Change channels.

Move closer to base. The handset might be out of range.

Relocate the base. Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical
outlet with another household appliance.

Charge the battery.

Unit beeps

Place handset in base for 20 seconds; if it still beeps, charge battery
for 12 hours.

Clean the charging contacts on handset and base with a soft cloth.

See solutions for “No dial tone.”

Replace the battery.

Memory Dialing doesn't work

Make sure you programmed the memory location keys correctly.

Did you follow proper dialing sequence?

TALK

redial

form

at

ABC

2

JKL

5

TUV

8

OPER

0

DEF

3

MNO

6

WXYZ

9

#

1

GHI

4

PQRS

7

* TONE

PAUSE

cid/vol

delete

chan

mem

flash

ringer

off

on

CALL BACK

delete

program

cancel

Slot for belt clip

Headset jack

Headset plug

Phone dials in pulse with tone service

Make sure phone is in tone dialing mode.

Phone won’t dial out  with pulse service

Make sure phone is in pulse dialing mode.

C

ALLER

 ID S

OLUTIONS

No Display

The battery must be fully charged. Try replacing the battery.

Make sure that the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical
outlet. Disconnect the unit from the plug and plug it in again.

You must be subscribed to Caller ID service from your local telephone
company in order to receive Caller ID records.

Caller ID Error Message

The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid
Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring. This
message indicates either the presence of noises on the line, or that an
invalid message has been sent from the telephone company.

A

NSWERING

 S

YSTEM

 S

OLUTIONS

Can’t hear messages, beep, etc.

Adjust the speaker volume.

Time/Day setting stuck at 12 a.m Mon.

Set the time clock.

Answers on 10th ring

Make sure answering system is turned on.

The phone’s memory may be full.

Incoming messages are incomplete

Was an extension phone picked up?

The phone’s memory is full.

You accidentally pressed the play/stop button during playback and
stopped the message.

Won’t respond to remote commands

You must use a tone-dial phone for remote access.

You must enter the correct security code.

Did the unit hang up? If you take no action for a period of time, the
system automatically hangs up.

C

AUSES

 

OF

 P

OOR

 R

ECEPTION

Aluminum siding.

Foil backing on insulation.

Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals.

You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves,
computers, etc.

Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.

Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house.

Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices.

Baby monitor is using the same frequency.

Handset battery is low.

You’re out of range of the base.

Microwave oven is using the same frequency.

S

ERVICE

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

 1-800-448-0329

.

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  ______________________________________________________

L

IMITED

 W

ARRANTY

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.

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 IS THE ONLY WARRANTY
APPLICABLE TO THIS 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 INCREASE THE SCOPE OF
THIS 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.

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QTY.

PRICE*

Belt clip

$3.25

Headset

$36.35

$14.95

Replacement battery

A

CCESSORY

 O

RDER

 F

ORM

5-2560

5-2425

5-2459

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Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD or Cash.
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