Preparation
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Remove the old batteries positive (
S
)
terminal first and install the new ones.
Battery charge
Place the handset on the base unit for
about 7 hours before initial use.
When charging,
$
and battery strength
icon are alternately shown on the display.
When the batteries are fully charged,
!
remains on the display.
Note:
L
It is normal for the handset to feel warm
during charging.
L
If you want to use the unit immediately,
charge the batteries for at least 15
minutes.
L
Clean the charge contacts (page 8) of the
handset and base unit with a soft, dry
cloth once a month, otherwise the
batteries may not charge properly. Clean
more often if the unit is exposed to grease,
dust or high humidity.
Battery strength
Battery life
Panasonic Ni-MH batteries (700 mAh)
Note:
L
Battery operating time may be shortened
over time depending on usage conditions
and ambient temperature.
Screen saver mode
The backlight will turn off completely after 1
minute of inactivity if the handset is not on
the base unit, then the soft key icons will be
displayed in black and white.
To use the handset when it is in screen
saver mode, first press
{ih}
to turn the
display on again.
Battery icon
Battery strength
!
High
"
Medium
#
Low
When flashing: Needs
to be charged.
Operation
Operating time
While in use (talking)
14 hours max.
While not in use
(standby)
150 hours max.
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