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Model 28871 DECT 6.0 Telephone/ Answering System with Cordless Handset User's Guide
Model 28871 DECT 6.0 Telephone/ Answering System with Cordless Handset User's Guide
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... Before You Begin 6 Parts Checklist 6 Telephone Jack Requirements 7 Installation 7 Digital Security System 7 Important Installation Guidelines 7 Handset Layout 8 Base Layout 9 Installing the Phone 10 Attaching the Desktop Pedestal 10 Connecting the AC (Electrical) Power 10 ...cordless handset).. 25 Hold (only for base 25 Redial Function 26 Dial a Number from the Redial Memory .. 26 Save Redial Memory 26 Delete a Single Redial Memory 26 Delete All Redial Memory 26 Intercom Operation 27 Base to Cordless Handset 27 Cordless Handset to Base 27 Cordless Handset to Cordless Handset...
... Before You Begin 6 Parts Checklist 6 Telephone Jack Requirements 7 Installation 7 Digital Security System 7 Important Installation Guidelines 7 Handset Layout 8 Base Layout 9 Installing the Phone 10 Attaching the Desktop Pedestal 10 Connecting the AC (Electrical) Power 10 ...cordless handset).. 25 Hold (only for base 25 Redial Function 26 Dial a Number from the Redial Memory .. 26 Save Redial Memory 26 Delete a Single Redial Memory 26 Delete All Redial Memory 26 Intercom Operation 27 Base to Cordless Handset 27 Cordless Handset to Base 27 Cordless Handset to Cordless Handset...
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... Answer 38 Recording a Memo 38 Message Playback 39 Deleting Messages 39 Important Information 39 Changing the Battery 40 Battery Safety Precautions 40 Display Messages 41 Handset Sound Signals 41 Troubleshooting Guide 41 Caller ID Solutions 43 Battery Solutions 43 Causes of Poor Reception 44 General Product Care 44 Warranty Assistance 45...
... Answer 38 Recording a Memo 38 Message Playback 39 Deleting Messages 39 Important Information 39 Changing the Battery 40 Battery Safety Precautions 40 Display Messages 41 Handset Sound Signals 41 Troubleshooting Guide 41 Caller ID Solutions 43 Battery Solutions 43 Causes of Poor Reception 44 General Product Care 44 Warranty Assistance 45...
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... equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should have at least one phone in your home that isn't cordless, in case the power in your package includes the items shown here. Base Base Handset Coiled handset cord 2 AC power adaptors Telephone line cord Handset battery Cordless handset charger Cordless handset Handset battery compartment door Desk pedestal/ Wall mount bracket For Model 28871xx3...
... equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should have at least one phone in your home that isn't cordless, in case the power in your package includes the items shown here. Base Base Handset Coiled handset cord 2 AC power adaptors Telephone line cord Handset battery Cordless handset charger Cordless handset Handset battery compartment door Desk pedestal/ Wall mount bracket For Model 28871xx3...
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...base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on how to properly set , these devices on top of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature. • Avoid other and/or your phone... might look like the one installed. line jack Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access,... wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems. Important Installation Guidelines • Avoid sources...
...base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on how to properly set , these devices on top of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature. • Avoid other and/or your phone... might look like the one installed. line jack Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access,... wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems. Important Installation Guidelines • Avoid sources...
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Handset Layout speaker (button) menu/OK (button) talk (button) */icon/tone (button) pause (button) Display flash (button) cancel/mute (button) int (intercom button) off (button) redial (button) phonebook (button) CID (caller ID button) #/lock/ format (button) Antenna Phone Speakerphone Key lock Ringer off Mute Internal call Battery AM AM PM PM NEW Missed call RPT Repeat call
Handset Layout speaker (button) menu/OK (button) talk (button) */icon/tone (button) pause (button) Display flash (button) cancel/mute (button) int (intercom button) off (button) redial (button) phonebook (button) CID (caller ID button) #/lock/ format (button) Antenna Phone Speakerphone Key lock Ringer off Mute Internal call Battery AM AM PM PM NEW Missed call RPT Repeat call
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... the back of personal injury, fire, or damage use only the 5-2823 (base) and 5-2824 (handset) power adaptors listed in a vertical or floor mount position. 2. CAUTION: To reduce risk of the base and the other into an electrical outlet. Installing the Phone Choose the best location to be placed on a level surface such as...
... the back of personal injury, fire, or damage use only the 5-2823 (base) and 5-2824 (handset) power adaptors listed in a vertical or floor mount position. 2. CAUTION: To reduce risk of the base and the other into an electrical outlet. Installing the Phone Choose the best location to be placed on a level surface such as...
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... place. 4. Connect the other end of the base and the other end into a modular phone jack. 5. To mount the base on the pedestal to allow the unit to rest flat against the wall. 6. Connecting the Telephone Line On the base, plug one end of the coiled handset cord to the jack on the side of... one end of the straight telephone line cord into the jack on the handset, then place the handset in the base cradle. 11 Turn the base over the wall plate posts and firmly slide the unit into the jack marked PHONE LINE on the back of the coiled cord to the jack on the back...
... place. 4. Connect the other end of the base and the other end into a modular phone jack. 5. To mount the base on the pedestal to allow the unit to rest flat against the wall. 6. Connecting the Telephone Line On the base, plug one end of the coiled handset cord to the jack on the side of... one end of the straight telephone line cord into the jack on the handset, then place the handset in the base cradle. 11 Turn the base over the wall plate posts and firmly slide the unit into the jack marked PHONE LINE on the back of the coiled cord to the jack on the back...
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... battery door which is keyed and can be inserted only one way. battery black wire PRESS DOWN FIRMLY red wire 4. Place the handset(s) in the charging cradle(s) Allow handsets to charge for 16 hours prior to first use the Thomson Inc. Plug the battery pack cord into place. 6. Locate the battery... compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into the jack inside a plastic bag and are packaged together inside the compartment. Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before using the cordless handsets. Insert the battery pack. 5.
... battery door which is keyed and can be inserted only one way. battery black wire PRESS DOWN FIRMLY red wire 4. Place the handset(s) in the charging cradle(s) Allow handsets to charge for 16 hours prior to first use the Thomson Inc. Plug the battery pack cord into place. 6. Locate the battery... compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into the jack inside a plastic bag and are packaged together inside the compartment. Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before using the cordless handsets. Insert the battery pack. 5.
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... button to idle mode. Message Waiting If you have subscribed to a voice messaging service, the icon displays on the base and MESSAGE WAITING displays on handset to VMWI and press the phone menu/ok button again. Press the 5 or 6 button to scroll to alert you that you have received new messages.... NOTE: All caller ID records stored in base and cordless handset, and all the phonebook and redial records stored in base will be ...
... button to idle mode. Message Waiting If you have subscribed to a voice messaging service, the icon displays on the base and MESSAGE WAITING displays on handset to VMWI and press the phone menu/ok button again. Press the 5 or 6 button to scroll to alert you that you have received new messages.... NOTE: All caller ID records stored in base and cordless handset, and all the phonebook and redial records stored in base will be ...
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... Press the 5 or 6 button button to select LOW BATTERY and press menu/ok button. 5. The default setting is ON. 1. Note: For the cordless handset, the intercom ring volume cannot be adjusted, but it can be deactivated. Press the 5 or 6 button button to select TONES and press menu/ok... the menu/ok button. 4. Low Battery Setting the warning beep to idle mode. Handset Menu Handset Setting Ring Melody 5 ringer tones are available for selection. Ring Volume 5 ring volumes are available for 1.5 seconds while phone is in idle mode, the screen displays the icon. Press the 5 or 6 ...
... Press the 5 or 6 button button to select LOW BATTERY and press menu/ok button. 5. The default setting is ON. 1. Note: For the cordless handset, the intercom ring volume cannot be adjusted, but it can be deactivated. Press the 5 or 6 button button to select TONES and press menu/ok... the menu/ok button. 4. Low Battery Setting the warning beep to idle mode. Handset Menu Handset Setting Ring Melody 5 ringer tones are available for selection. Ring Volume 5 ring volumes are available for 1.5 seconds while phone is in idle mode, the screen displays the icon. Press the 5 or 6 ...
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... OFF. 6. Press the 5 or 6 button to ON will alert you when the cordless handset is out of range. The default setting is ON. 1. Press the button to return to press or speaker button. Auto Talk Allows for instant communication when the phone is OFF. 1. Press the menu/ok button. 2. Press the 5 or 6 button...
... OFF. 6. Press the 5 or 6 button to ON will alert you when the cordless handset is out of range. The default setting is ON. 1. Press the button to return to press or speaker button. Auto Talk Allows for instant communication when the phone is OFF. 1. Press the menu/ok button. 2. Press the 5 or 6 button...
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The default name is shown on display. Press the menu/ok button to the cordless handset. Handset Name Set a preferred name to confirm the setting. 6. Press the menu/ok button. 2. Press the 5 or 6 button to select am or pm. 6. Press the 5 or 6 ...button to select ALARM and press the menu/ok button. 4. NOTE: When alarm is set, an A is HANDSET. 1. Press the 5 or 6 button to select SETUP HS and press the menu/ok button. 3. Press the 5 or 6 button to select SETUP HS and press the...
The default name is shown on display. Press the menu/ok button to the cordless handset. Handset Name Set a preferred name to confirm the setting. 6. Press the menu/ok button. 2. Press the 5 or 6 button to select am or pm. 6. Press the 5 or 6 ...button to select ALARM and press the menu/ok button. 4. NOTE: When alarm is set, an A is HANDSET. 1. Press the 5 or 6 button to select SETUP HS and press the menu/ok button. 3. Press the 5 or 6 button to select SETUP HS and press the...
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...settings. 1. Press the menu/ok button to prevent others from changing the stored settings. NOTE: All phonebook and redial records stored in the handset will be 4 digits. 1. Base Setting Change PIN The PIN is a security feature to confirm the setting. 5. Press the menu/ok button. 2. NOTE: WRONG PIN ...5. Press the 5 or 6 button to select SETUP HS and press the menu/ok button. 3. Screen Contrast There are 5 levels available for your cordless handset to select CONTRAST and press the menu/ok button. 4. The default setting is 0000. Press the 5 or 6 button to select RESET and press...
...settings. 1. Press the menu/ok button to prevent others from changing the stored settings. NOTE: All phonebook and redial records stored in the handset will be 4 digits. 1. Base Setting Change PIN The PIN is a security feature to confirm the setting. 5. Press the menu/ok button. 2. NOTE: WRONG PIN ...5. Press the 5 or 6 button to select SETUP HS and press the menu/ok button. 3. Screen Contrast There are 5 levels available for your cordless handset to select CONTRAST and press the menu/ok button. 4. The default setting is 0000. Press the 5 or 6 button to select RESET and press...
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... PULSE. Press the menu/ok button to input a new PIN code. 6. You will fail. To turn the Visual Message Waiting Indication (VMWI) off via the handset; 1. The screen displays VMWI OFF?'. 4. NOTE: If the verification PIN code is TONE. 1. Press the 5 or 6 button to select DIAL MODE and press the menu... code and press menu/ok button, the screen displays REPEAT PIN and prompts you have subscribed to a voice message waiting service, MESSAGE WAITING displays on handset and the icon displays on the base to alert you that you to select VMWI and press the menu/ok button.
... PULSE. Press the menu/ok button to input a new PIN code. 6. You will fail. To turn the Visual Message Waiting Indication (VMWI) off via the handset; 1. The screen displays VMWI OFF?'. 4. NOTE: If the verification PIN code is TONE. 1. Press the 5 or 6 button to select DIAL MODE and press the menu... code and press menu/ok button, the screen displays REPEAT PIN and prompts you have subscribed to a voice message waiting service, MESSAGE WAITING displays on handset and the icon displays on the base to alert you that you to select VMWI and press the menu/ok button.
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... Press the button to return to confirm, and the screen displays RESET?. 5. Input the correct last two digits of year (range: 00-99), press the menu/ok button to write down the information before reset ...confirm the setting. 6. Press the menu/ok button. 2. Date / Time Set the Date/Time displayed in base will be cleared upon reset. The default setting is : date/month (date range: 0130/31, month range:...BS and press the menu/ok button. 3. Note: All Caller ID records stored in base and cordless handset, and all the phonebook and redial records stored in idle mode. Press the 5 ...
... Press the button to return to confirm, and the screen displays RESET?. 5. Input the correct last two digits of year (range: 00-99), press the menu/ok button to write down the information before reset ...confirm the setting. 6. Press the menu/ok button. 2. Date / Time Set the Date/Time displayed in base will be cleared upon reset. The default setting is : date/month (date range: 0130/31, month range:...BS and press the menu/ok button. 3. Note: All Caller ID records stored in base and cordless handset, and all the phonebook and redial records stored in idle mode. Press the 5 ...
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... button on screen). NOTE: If an incorrect PIN code is unable to register, NO BASE displays on the screen and the registration process must register it . 22 Press the 5 or 6 button to select the cordless handset (1,2,3,4) to begin registration. Handset screen displays WRONG PIN, after time out. Press the menu/ok button to select...
... button on screen). NOTE: If an incorrect PIN code is unable to register, NO BASE displays on the screen and the registration process must register it . 22 Press the 5 or 6 button to select the cordless handset (1,2,3,4) to begin registration. Handset screen displays WRONG PIN, after time out. Press the menu/ok button to select...
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...for a dial tone. button to adjust the volume on corded base. • Press the 5 or 6 button to hang up or press the speaker button on cordless handset. 23 The cordless handset screen displays LINE IN USE. Adjusting the Receiver or Speaker ...handset or press the speaker on the display. Receiving a Call Cordless Handset speaker 1. Corded Handset 1. or 2. Basic Operation During a phone call, the call : • Press the phone vol. + or - Cordless Handset speaker 1. When finished, press the button, or place the handset in the charge cradle to adjust the volume on the base...
...for a dial tone. button to adjust the volume on corded base. • Press the 5 or 6 button to hang up or press the speaker button on cordless handset. 23 The cordless handset screen displays LINE IN USE. Adjusting the Receiver or Speaker ...handset or press the speaker on the display. Receiving a Call Cordless Handset speaker 1. Corded Handset 1. or 2. Basic Operation During a phone call, the call : • Press the phone vol. + or - Cordless Handset speaker 1. When finished, press the button, or place the handset in the charge cradle to adjust the volume on the base...
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... any button on the Cordless Handset speaker To switch to access bank facilities etc. It will beep and the screen displays PAGING for 3 seconds, the base screen displays PAGING HANDSETS. 2. Speakerphone Operation For best speakerphone performance, avoid the following guidelines when using the speakerphone. • Stay reasonably close to the phone so that you can...
... any button on the Cordless Handset speaker To switch to access bank facilities etc. It will beep and the screen displays PAGING for 3 seconds, the base screen displays PAGING HANDSETS. 2. Speakerphone Operation For best speakerphone performance, avoid the following guidelines when using the speakerphone. • Stay reasonably close to the phone so that you can...
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..., press the hold by pressing the or button. 25 While phone is OFF, press and hold the #/lock/format button until a beep is heard, the icon is heard, the screen displays the lock icon . To unlock the keypad; Hold (only for base) To place a call forwarding, which are still able to...press the hold button again to accept incoming calls and make emergency 911 calls. NOTE: The cordless handset may pick up . The flash button can also be used to activate custom calling services such as one digit in the dialing sequence. Flash Use the flash button to access a new dial tone without ...
..., press the hold by pressing the or button. 25 While phone is OFF, press and hold the #/lock/format button until a beep is heard, the icon is heard, the screen displays the lock icon . To unlock the keypad; Hold (only for base) To place a call forwarding, which are still able to...press the hold button again to accept incoming calls and make emergency 911 calls. NOTE: The cordless handset may pick up . The flash button can also be used to activate custom calling services such as one digit in the dialing sequence. Flash Use the flash button to access a new dial tone without ...