Radio signals between handset and base unit
To use your cordless handset and base unit together, you must be able to establish a radio
The signal range between the handset and the base station is in accordance with the
approved standard for
Binatone phones:
•
Maximum range: 300 metres outdoors
•
Maximum range: 50 metres indoor
The signal range could become lower
during normal use. Any large metal object, like a
refrigerator, a mirror, a filing cabinet, metallic doors or reinforced concrete, between the
For the best radio
signal, it is recommended that your telephone is at the highest possible
If t
here is no radio signal reception, Base 1 message and the signal level
icon will flash
Interference
If the sound quality gets worse as you move around while on a call, this is probably caused by
interference between the handset and the base unit, perhaps because you are too near to
another phone or o
ther electrical equipment.
Move to a different position to clear the interference. If you do not move, it might cause a short
break or y
our call may be cut off.
"Out of range" warning
If you hear a warning tone during a call,
or
the sound in the earpiece becomes faint or distorted,
you may b
e going out of range of the base unit.
Move nearer to the base unit within 20 seconds, until the
earpiece sound improves.
Otherwise,
your call may be c
ut off.
Battery safety
ONLY
use the rechargeable batteries supplied with the handset.
DO NOT
use non-rechargeable batteries - they may burst and cause damage to your telephone.
handset and the base unit may block the radio signal. The signal strength may also be reduced
by other solid structures, like walls, or by other radio or electrical interference.
link between them.
on the display.
position.
4
