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User's manual ML17939/ML17959 Two-line corded telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting
User's manual ML17939/ML17959 Two-line corded telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting
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... read Important safety information on page 67 of this user's manual. Model #: ML17939/ML17959 Type: Two-line corded telephone/answering system with caller ID/call 1 (800) 222-3111. Congratulations on the bottom of the telephone base. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of your AT&T product ... found on purchasing your new AT&T product. Used under license. All Rights Reserved. You can also visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call waiting Serial Purchase date Place of purchase: Both the model and serial numbers of AT&T Intellectual Property licensed to...
... read Important safety information on page 67 of this user's manual. Model #: ML17939/ML17959 Type: Two-line corded telephone/answering system with caller ID/call 1 (800) 222-3111. Congratulations on the bottom of the telephone base. AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of your AT&T product ... found on purchasing your new AT&T product. Used under license. All Rights Reserved. You can also visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call waiting Serial Purchase date Place of purchase: Both the model and serial numbers of AT&T Intellectual Property licensed to...
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Telephone base Handset with coiled handset cord Power adapter Telephone line cords: clear (2-conductor) and black (4-conductor) Mounting bracket /ML17959 /ML17959 Replacement directory card User's manual Quick start guide Parts checklist Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
Telephone base Handset with coiled handset cord Power adapter Telephone line cords: clear (2-conductor) and black (4-conductor) Mounting bracket /ML17959 /ML17959 Replacement directory card User's manual Quick start guide Parts checklist Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
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...ML17939/ML17959 Two-line corded telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting Table of contents Getting started Quick reference guide 2 Optional backup battery installation 4 Telephone installation 5 Telephone base installation 5 Data port 8 Installation options 9 Tabletop to wall installation 9 Wall to tabletop installation..........11 Optional headset 13 Directory card 13 Menu setup Telephone...27 Clear voicemail indication 27 Turn COVM (central office voicemail) on or off 28 Telephone operation Basic operation 29 Making, answering or ending a call 29 On hook dialing (...
...ML17939/ML17959 Two-line corded telephone/ answering system with caller ID/call waiting Table of contents Getting started Quick reference guide 2 Optional backup battery installation 4 Telephone installation 5 Telephone base installation 5 Data port 8 Installation options 9 Tabletop to wall installation 9 Wall to tabletop installation..........11 Optional headset 13 Directory card 13 Menu setup Telephone...27 Clear voicemail indication 27 Turn COVM (central office voicemail) on or off 28 Telephone operation Basic operation 29 Making, answering or ending a call 29 On hook dialing (...
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... icons 57 Alert tones 58 Screen display messages 59 Troubleshooting 61 General product care 66 Important safety information 67 Safety information 67 Especially about corded telephones 67 FCC and ACTA information 68 Part 15 of FCC rules 70 Limited warranty 71 Technical specifications 73 Index 74 Remote access wallet card 76
... icons 57 Alert tones 58 Screen display messages 59 Troubleshooting 61 General product care 66 Important safety information 67 Safety information 67 Especially about corded telephones 67 FCC and ACTA information 68 Part 15 of FCC rules 70 Limited warranty 71 Technical specifications 73 Index 74 Remote access wallet card 76
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...sources. • Noise sources such as a window with a protective sticker covering the telephone base display - digital subscriber line) through your DSL service provider for easy instructions. Avoid placing the telephone base too close to high speed Internet service (DSL - See pages 6-7 for more.... In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268. Getting started Installation preparation You must install a DSL filter between each telephone line cord and telephone wall jack (pages 6 and 7). The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. If you must install...
...sources. • Noise sources such as a window with a protective sticker covering the telephone base display - digital subscriber line) through your DSL service provider for easy instructions. Avoid placing the telephone base too close to high speed Internet service (DSL - See pages 6-7 for more.... In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268. Getting started Installation preparation You must install a DSL filter between each telephone line cord and telephone wall jack (pages 6 and 7). The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. If you must install...
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... to enter the directory (page 42). While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left (pages 38 and 42). When the telephone is idle, press to start or stop recording a memo (page 55). CANCEL Press to cancel an operation and go back to the previous menu (page...
... to enter the directory (page 42). While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left (pages 38 and 42). When the telephone is idle, press to start or stop recording a memo (page 55). CANCEL Press to cancel an operation and go back to the previous menu (page...
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... idle, press to display the last five numbers dialed. MUTE During a call, press to increase the listening volume (page 33). When the telephone is not in the directory or speed dial memory (pages 38 and 42). During a call, press to mute the microphone (page 33). During message playback, ..., press to answer an incoming call when you receive a call waiting alert (page 33). (auto) redial Press to dial the last number dialed when the telephone is connected (pages 13 and 29). When a call is ringing, press to dial the number currently displayed (page 30).
... idle, press to display the last five numbers dialed. MUTE During a call, press to increase the listening volume (page 33). When the telephone is not in the directory or speed dial memory (pages 38 and 42). During a call, press to mute the microphone (page 33). During message playback, ..., press to answer an incoming call when you receive a call waiting alert (page 33). (auto) redial Press to dial the last number dialed when the telephone is connected (pages 13 and 29). When a call is ringing, press to dial the number currently displayed (page 30).
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If power fails with working batteries installed, all functions work properly except for the display illumination. Press the tab and pull to use this telephone in the battery compartment. 2. Getting started Optional backup battery installation Install three AA alkaline batteries (purchased separately) to remove the battery compartment cover. Last number ...
If power fails with working batteries installed, all functions work properly except for the display illumination. Press the tab and pull to use this telephone in the battery compartment. 2. Getting started Optional backup battery installation Install three AA alkaline batteries (purchased separately) to remove the battery compartment cover. Last number ...
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... use. Press the flexible tabs A and B on the mounting bracket until it clicks into place. Option 1: Insert the tabs into slots c and d to install your telephone in a low tabletop position. Insert the tabs into slots a and b to install your...
... use. Press the flexible tabs A and B on the mounting bracket until it clicks into place. Option 1: Insert the tabs into slots c and d to install your telephone in a low tabletop position. Insert the tabs into slots a and b to install your...
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...(866) 288-4268. • The power adapter is plugged into the left side of the telephone base. Plug one end of the black telephone line cord (4-conductor) into the handset. Connect the telephone line cord(s) and the power cord to high speed Internet service (DSL - Plug the large ...controlled by DSL interference. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com, or call 1 (800) 222-3111. digital subscriber line) through your telephone line, you subscribe to the telephone base. Option 1: If you have a two-line wall jack, install your DSL service...
...(866) 288-4268. • The power adapter is plugged into the left side of the telephone base. Plug one end of the black telephone line cord (4-conductor) into the handset. Connect the telephone line cord(s) and the power cord to high speed Internet service (DSL - Plug the large ...controlled by DSL interference. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com, or call 1 (800) 222-3111. digital subscriber line) through your telephone line, you subscribe to the telephone base. Option 1: If you have a two-line wall jack, install your DSL service...
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.... Plug the small end of the power adapter into the wall jack. Plug the large end of the black telephone line cord (4-conductor) into the power jack on the back of the telephone base. Plug the other end of the coiled handset cord into a ceiling, underthe-table or cabinet outlet. One end... as shown below. The prongs are not designed to be correctly oriented in firmly. Plug the other end of the coiled telephone line cord has already been plugged into the wall jack. Make sure it is plugged in a vertical or floor mount position. To order a replacement power ...
.... Plug the small end of the power adapter into the wall jack. Plug the large end of the black telephone line cord (4-conductor) into the power jack on the back of the telephone base. Plug the other end of the coiled handset cord into a ceiling, underthe-table or cabinet outlet. One end... as shown below. The prongs are not designed to be correctly oriented in firmly. Plug the other end of the coiled telephone line cord has already been plugged into the wall jack. Make sure it is plugged in a vertical or floor mount position. To order a replacement power ...
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DATA port The data port uses line 2 only. Getting started Data port If you want to connect another device (such as a modem or fax machine) to the wall jack, use the jack labeled DATA on the back of the telephone base.
DATA port The data port uses line 2 only. Getting started Data port If you want to connect another device (such as a modem or fax machine) to the wall jack, use the jack labeled DATA on the back of the telephone base.
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... cord from the slot. Push the handset tab down the switch hook on a wall, connect the telephone base to wall installation To install your telephone on the telephone base, then slide the handset tab upwards to remove it locks into the slot until it from the wall outlet. 1. Press in the wall ...installation position, make sure you can purchase one from the telephone base. Switch hook 2. Professional assistance may be required to release the mounting bracket. Tabletop to a standard dual-stud...
... cord from the slot. Push the handset tab down the switch hook on a wall, connect the telephone base to wall installation To install your telephone on the telephone base, then slide the handset tab upwards to remove it locks into the slot until it from the wall outlet. 1. Press in the wall ...installation position, make sure you can purchase one from the telephone base. Switch hook 2. Professional assistance may be required to release the mounting bracket. Tabletop to a standard dual-stud...
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Plug the coiled handset cord into the power jack on the back of the telephone base. 4. Plug the small end of the black telephone line cord into the wall jacks. Plug one -line wall jacks, use only the black telephone line cord (4-conductor). L1 L2 If you have DSL high speed Internet service,...L1+L2 If you have DSL high speed Internet service, a DSL filter (not included) is required. 10 Plug one end of the telephone base. Plug one end of the telephone base. Plug the large end of the power adapter into the jack labeled LINE 1/L1+L2 on the back of the clear...
Plug the coiled handset cord into the power jack on the back of the telephone base. 4. Plug the small end of the black telephone line cord into the wall jacks. Plug one -line wall jacks, use only the black telephone line cord (4-conductor). L1 L2 If you have DSL high speed Internet service,...L1+L2 If you have DSL high speed Internet service, a DSL filter (not included) is required. 10 Plug one end of the telephone base. Plug one end of the telephone base. Plug the large end of the power adapter into the jack labeled LINE 1/L1+L2 on the back of the clear...
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Unplug the telephone line cord from the telephone wall jack and the power adapter cord from the wall. Wrap the telephone line cord as show below. Unwrap the telephone line cord. Mount the telephone on the mounting plate until it is held securely into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Remove the telephone base from the electrical outlet. 11 Plug the large end of the power adapter into position. Wall to tabletop installation To return the telephone base from wall installation to tabletop position: 1. Getting started Installation options 5.
Unplug the telephone line cord from the telephone wall jack and the power adapter cord from the wall. Wrap the telephone line cord as show below. Unwrap the telephone line cord. Mount the telephone on the mounting plate until it is held securely into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Remove the telephone base from the electrical outlet. 11 Plug the large end of the power adapter into position. Wall to tabletop installation To return the telephone base from wall installation to tabletop position: 1. Getting started Installation options 5.
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Rotate the handset tab 180 degrees. Getting started Installation options 2. Push the handset tab down the switch hook on pages 5-7 to remove it locks into position. Follow the steps in Telephone base installation on the telephone base, then slide the handset tab upwards to install your telephone for tabletop use. 12 Hold down into the slot until it from the slot. Switch hook 3.
Rotate the handset tab 180 degrees. Getting started Installation options 2. Push the handset tab down the switch hook on pages 5-7 to remove it locks into position. Follow the steps in Telephone base installation on the telephone base, then slide the handset tab upwards to install your telephone for tabletop use. 12 Hold down into the slot until it from the slot. Switch hook 3.
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.... To order an AT&T 2.5mm headset, visit our website at the top edge of a small item such as a paperclip into the hole at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. Insert the new directory card and replace the plastic cover. 13 Directory card Use the directory card to...directory card. 3. Write the information on the directory card: 1. Plug a 2.5mm headset into the headset jack. For best results, use this telephone hands free when you stored. The telephone plays an error tone if you press HEADSET when a headset is not plugged into the jack on the right side of the...
.... To order an AT&T 2.5mm headset, visit our website at the top edge of a small item such as a paperclip into the hole at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. Insert the new directory card and replace the plastic cover. 13 Directory card Use the directory card to...directory card. 3. Write the information on the directory card: 1. Plug a 2.5mm headset into the headset jack. For best results, use this telephone hands free when you stored. The telephone plays an error tone if you press HEADSET when a headset is not plugged into the jack on the right side of the...
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... code Priority code Msg alert tone 14 Press ENTER to idle mode. When the telephone is pressed within 30 seconds, the telephone automatically returns to change the telephone settings. 1. Press or to scroll to enter the main menu. 2. Menu setup Telephone settings Menu overview Use the menus to idle mode. NOTE: If no key... the desired settings. 4. Press or to scroll to the feature to the previous menu. Press ENTER. 3. Press /REPEAT to go back to be changed. The telephone plays a confirmation tone and returns to the previous menu.
... code Priority code Msg alert tone 14 Press ENTER to idle mode. When the telephone is pressed within 30 seconds, the telephone automatically returns to change the telephone settings. 1. Press or to scroll to enter the main menu. 2. Menu setup Telephone settings Menu overview Use the menus to idle mode. NOTE: If no key... the desired settings. 4. Press or to scroll to the feature to the previous menu. Press ENTER. 3. Press /REPEAT to go back to be changed. The telephone plays a confirmation tone and returns to the previous menu.
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...set the ringer volume level (1-6) or turn off the ringer volume, you turn the ringer off , Ringer muted appears on the screen when the telephone is idle or there is idle adjusts the ringer volume for both lines. • If the ringer for either or both lines. 1. Press ... ENTER. Press , , VOL+ or VOL- Press ENTER to choose one of the 10 ringer melodies for both lines is idle, press MENU. When the telephone is off . Press ENTER. NOTE: If you do not hear ringer melody samples. 15 Press ENTER. LCD language 3. Press ENTER. 5. Press or to scroll...
...set the ringer volume level (1-6) or turn off the ringer volume, you turn the ringer off , Ringer muted appears on the screen when the telephone is idle or there is idle adjusts the ringer volume for both lines. • If the ringer for either or both lines. 1. Press ... ENTER. Press , , VOL+ or VOL- Press ENTER to choose one of the 10 ringer melodies for both lines is idle, press MENU. When the telephone is off . Press ENTER. NOTE: If you do not hear ringer melody samples. 15 Press ENTER. LCD language 3. Press ENTER. 5. Press or to scroll...