volume bar. The volume may be set to one of four
levels [Low to Medium to High to Highest].
Setting the Ringer Volume
The ringer volume switch is located on the rear of
telephone. It is a slide switch with two positions:
LOW and HI. The LOW setting is recommended
for most users. The HI setting is recommended if
the telephone is installed in a noisy location.
Data Port
The data jack, located on the right side of the
telephone, provides a convenient extension of
the connected telephone line. This jack may be
used to connect a computer modem, credit card
terminal, or other similar accessory device directly
to the telephone line. Note that the telephone
and a connected accessory device are sharing
the connected telephone line and may not be
used simultaneously.
Note:
Do not attempt to use the data port for
connecting the handset to the telephone. The data
port is to be used only for connecting computer
modems or similar accessory devices directly to
the telephone line.
Jacks
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.
2554E
Package Contents
• Telephone base unit
• Handset
• Coiled handset cord
• Straight line cord
Installation
The 2554E telephone is designed for use behind
a registered PBX system. The telephone user or
system installer must supply an RJ-11W modular
wall jack to connect this telephone to the PBX
system. The PBX station port type must be Industry
Standard Analog or POTS. This telephone cannot
be used with digital PBX station ports. Insert one
end of the coiled handset cord into the jack on
the BOTTOM SIDE of the base unit. Insert the
other end of the cord into the jack on the bottom
end of the handset. Fit the plug on the back
of the telephone into the wall jack. Align the
slotted holes on the back of the telephone over
the mounting studs on the wall jack. Pull down
them on the telephone until the studs are locked
in place. Lift the handset. A dial tone should be
heard in the receiver.
Features
Hearing Aid-Compatible Handset—
ADA/
HAC-compatible.
Volume Switch—
Volume control switch on the
handset steps through the three available handset
volume levels Normal to Medium to High.
Handset Jack—
Modular jack to connect coiled
handset cord from handset to telephone.
Dialing Keys—
0–9 dialing keys.
Using the Telephone
To Place a Call
Lift the handset, then dial the number desired.
To Answer a Call
Lift the handset.
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