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Symptom
The
power
LED does
not light.
The
status
LED won't
come on when the
handset is placed in
the base unit.
The audio sounds
weak and/or scratchy.
Can't make or receive
calls.
The handset doesn't
ring or receive a page.
The Caller ID does not
display.
Suggestion
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged
into the base unit and wall outlet.
• Make sure the handset is properly
seated in the base unit.
• Make sure the charging contacts on
the handset and base unit are clean.
• Make sure that the base unit antenna
is in a vertical position.
• Move the handset and or base unit
to a different location away from
metal objects or appliances and try
again.
• Make sure that you are not too far
from the base.
• Check both ends of the base unit
telephone line cord.
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged
into the base unit and wall outlet.
• Disconnect the AC adapter for a few
minutes, then reconnect it.
• Reset the digital security code
(See page 35).
• Make sure is pressed.
• The battery pack may be weak.
Charge the battery on the base unit
for 15-20 hours.
• The handset may be too far away
from the base unit.
• Place the base unit away from
appliances or metal objects.
• Reset the digital security code
(See page 35).
• Make sure the ringer switch is set on
(See page 15).
• The handset was picked up before
the second ring.
• The call was placed through a switch
board.
• Call your local telephone company
to verify your Caller ID service is
current.
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