ADJUSTING HANDSET RECEIVE VOLUME
The handset has eight (8) volume levels. To adjust the handset
volume, locate the volume up/down keys, located on the
handset, below the “
#
” key. Pressing the “minus”
(-)
key will
decrease the volume level, while pressing the “plus”
(+)
key
will increase it.
AUTO DIAL KEYS
The DCT1800 series has either five (5) or ten (10) programmable
guest service (auto dial) keys, depending on the model you own.
These keys can be programmed to automatically dial telephone
numbers, or to activate telephone system features. To program the
auto dial keys (programming can only be done from base unit):
1. With the phone “on hook” (inactive) and the faceplate
removed, press the recessed
STORE
key (see diagram).
2. Enter the desired telephone number (up to 15 digits in
length) to be stored. To enter a “pause” in the number
string, press the
REDIAL
key as necessary.
3. Press the
STORE
key again.
4. Press the auto dial key where the number is to be stored.
Programming is now completed for that auto dial key.
To program additional keys, repeat this process.
RECEIVING A CALL
An audible ring and flickering red LED indicate an incoming call.
To answer the call using the handset while it is
not
on the base:
1. Pick up the handset and press the
ON
key.
2. The handset will go “off-hook” answering the call.
3. To end the call, place the handset in the base unit cradle, or
press the
OFF
key on the handset.
To answer the call using the handset while it is resting on the base:
1. Pick up the handset from the base. The phone will
automatically connect to the line.
2. To end the call, replace the handset in the base unit cradle,
or press the
OFF
key on the handset.
To answer the call using the speakerphone:
1. Press either the
LINE
key or the
SPKR
key. The speakerphone
will go “off-hook” answering the call.
2. To end the call, press the
SPKR
key to hang up.
PLACING A CALL
Using the handset:
1. Pick up the handset and press the
ON
key. Listen for dial
tone and dial the desired number.
2. After the call is complete, press the
OFF
key to hang up.
Using the speakerphone:
1. Press either the
LINE
key or the
SPKR
key.
2. Listen for dial tone, and dial the desired number, or press an
auto dial key to dial a preprogrammed number.
3. After the call is complete, press the
SPKR
key to hang up.
REDIAL
The DCT1800 series can automatically redial the last number
dialed. On the handset, press the
REDIAL
key to redial the last
number.
USING THE HOLD KEY
The
HOLD
key places the call on hold locally at the cordless
telephone.
To place a call on hold:
1. With a call active, press the red
HOLD
key on either the
handset or base unit.
2. The red line LED will flash, indicating the call is on hold.
To remove a call from hold:
1. Press the line key of the call on hold. This will remove the
call from hold, making the call active again.
2. The red line LED will return to steady illumination, indicating
the line is active.
To change phones after placing a call on hold:
1. Place the call on hold as above.
2. Pick up the call at another telephone that is on the same
line. The telephone will activate the line and remove the hold
at the original telephone.
TO MUTE THE SPEAKERPHONE
1. Press the
MUTE
key on the base unit. The red LED above
the
MUTE
key will illuminate. The party on the other end
will not be able to hear you when the
MUTE
LED is lit.
2. Press the
MUTE
key again to turn off the mute feature.
The
MUTE
LED will go out.
CONVERTING FROM DESK TO WALL MOUNT
The DCT1800 series can be adapted for wall mounting applica-
tions. The conversion is easiest to make when the handset and
cords are not connected.
1. Located on the handset cradle, above the speaker grill, is the
wall/desk mount clip. Remove this clip by firmly pushing it
upward towards the top of the phone.
2. Flip the clip over (top to bottom) so that the protruding edge is
towards the top of the phone and replace it in its slot. This edge
will hold the handset when the phone is mounted on the wall.
3. Turn the telephone over so the bottom is up, facing you.
Place it on a non-abrasive surface to prevent scratching.
4. Locate and remove the mounting bracket. Firmly push back
and pull up to remove two of the four retaining tabs.
5. Rotate the mounting bracket 180º degrees clockwise, so that
the mounting eyelet on the bracket is facing in the same
direction as the other mounting eyelet located on the
bottom of the telephone.
6. Insert the top two retaining tabs of the mounting brackets
into the mounting bracket slots (located near the middle of
the telephone). Then firmly push down to insert the retaining
tabs on the opposite side of the mounting bracket.
7. Connect a 15-foot RJ-45 cord into the
LINE
jack on the back
of the phone.
8. Turn the telephone over, and slide the telephone down onto
the mounting posts of the wall bracket. Ensure that both
eyelets line up with the mounting posts.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WHEN USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK
AND INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
1. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS MARKED ON THE PRODUCT.
3. UNPLUG THE PRODUCT FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE CLEANING. DO
NOT USE LIQUID CLEANER OR AEROSOL CLEANERS. USE A DAMP CLOTH FOR
CLEANING.
4. DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT NEAR WATER, FOR EXAMPLE, NEAR A BATH-
TUB, WASH BOWL, KITCHEN SINK OR LAUNDRY TUB, IN A WET BASEMENT, OR
NEAR A SWIMMING POOL.
5. DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART, STAND OR TABLE.
THE PRODUCT MAY FALL, CAUSING SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.
6. SLOTS AND OPENINGS IN THE CABINET AND THE BACK OF BOTTOM ARE
PROVIDED FOR VENTILATION, TO PROTECT IT FROM OVERHEATING. THESE
OPENINGS MUST NOT BE BLOCKED OR COVERED. THE OPENINGS SHOULD
NEVER BE BLOCKED BY PLACING THE PRODUCT ON THE BED, SOFA, RUG OR
ANY OTHER SIMILAR SURFACE. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED
NEAR OR OVER A RADIATOR OR HEAT REGISTER. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT
BE PLACED IN A BUILT-IN INSTALLATION UNLESS PROPER VENTILATION IS
PROVIDED.
7. NEVER PUSH OBJECTS OF ANY KIND INTO THIS PRODUCT THROUGH CABI-
NET SLOTS AS THEY MAY TOUCH DANGEROUS VOLTAGE POINTS OR SHORT
OUT PARTS THAT COULD RESULT IN A RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK.
NEVER SPILL LIQUID OF ANY KIND ON THE PRODUCT.
8. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THIS
PRODUCT. BUT TAKE IT TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE FACILITY IF
SERVICE OR REPAIR WORK IS REQUIRED. OPENING OR REMOVING COVERS
MAY EXPOSE YOU TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGES OR OTHER RISKS. INCORRECT
REASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE ELECTRIC SHOCK WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS SUBSE-
QUENTLY USED.
9. UNPLUG THIS PRODUCT FROM THE WALL OUTLET AND REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL UNDER THE FOLLOWING CON-
DITIONS:
- WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CORD OR PLUG IS DAMAGED OR FRAYED.
- IF LIQUID HAS BEEN SPILLED INTO THE PRODUCT.
- IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO RAIN OR WATER.
- IF THE PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE NORMALLY BY FOLLOWING THE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. ADJUST ONLY THOSE CONTROLS THAT ARE COV-
ERED BY THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, AS IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT OF
OTHER CONTROLS MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE, AND MAY REQUIRE EXTENSIVE
WORK BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN TO
RESTORE THE PRODUCT TO NORMAL OPERATION.
- IF THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN DROPPED OR THE CABINET HAS BEEN DAM-
AGED.
- IF THE PRODUCT EXHIBIT A DISTINCT CHANGE IN PERFORMANCE.
10. AVOID USING A TELEPHONE (OTHER THAN A CORDLESS TYPE)
DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM. THERE MAY BE A REMOTE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK FROM LIGHTNING.
11. DO NOT USE THE TELEPHONE TO REPORT A GAS LEAK IN THE
VICINITY OF THE LEAK.
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
