Owner’s Manual SBa Lr JJo AaNhC y DDIAOH N HARD IALLC HCN HGNE G Mæstro 4625 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • E
Contents Introduction Unpacking the phone Handset Base Installation Choosing the best location Connecting the telephone Attaching the stand in the desk mount position Attaching the stand in the wall mount position Charging the handset battery Quick charge Battery level indicator Battery saver mode Changing the battery Range of operation Making basic calls Using the handset Putting a call on hold Using display keys to access features Using the speakerphone Calling on the speakerphone Muting the speakerphone
Using the Callers List Setting up the Callers List Viewing the Callers List Dialing from the Callers List Copying a number to the Directory Deleting items in the Callers List Using advanced features Other dialing methods Redial List Using the Call Timer Making an intercom call Call Waiting and 3 Way Calling Using the Directory Dialing in the Directory Viewing the Directory Saving numbers Entering names Editing the Directory Display prompts and indicators Display prompts Handset lights Base lights Helpful hi
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a Mæstro 4625 cordless telephone. Intercom allows you to call the base from outside a room, or ring the handset so that you can find it. Redial key remembers the last 3 numbers you dialed. Backlit display and lighted dial pad lets you know who’s calling even in the dark. Any key answer makes answering calls quick and easy. 25 Channel Autoscan allows you to achieve optimum clarity. Talk/Mute lets you have handsfree conversations.
Unpacking the phone If any part is missing, contact the location where you obtained the phone. Check to see that the following parts are included in the box. Keep the box for future use.
Handset Multipurpose light (page 25). Two display keys activate instructions that appear above them on the display (page 11, 23). Antenna Navigation keys [ ] < > let you move around the display (page 16- 22). d lets you delete list items or individual characters (page 17- 22). c lets you access a list of 30 people who called (page 15-17). Backlit display shows call information, phone status prompts, and Directory items (page 12-23).
Base The Base light lets you know the handset is in use, there is an incoming call, or someone is on hold (page 25). r lets you call back the last number you dialed on the base (page 18). Message light shows you that you have a message waiting for you at your telephone company’s Voice Messaging service (page 26). The Charge light lets you know that the handset is seated properly on the base (page 25). Handset hanger tab Callers light lets you know that you have new callers in the Callers List (page 26).
Installation 3. To keep the cords from being pulled out, route the cords in the channel under the base. Choosing the best location For best results: • the base should be the only item plugged into the wall outlet • the antenna should be fully extended • the base should be centrally located, away from electrical equipment such as computers, refrigerators, fluorescent lights, stereos, etc.
3. Slide the stand into the locked position. Attaching the stand in the desk mount position 1. Fold the cords back as shown. 4. Continue routing the cords in the channels on the stand. 2. Lower the stand into the slots on the base, as shown below. 5. Place the phone on a desk. 6. Pull the base antenna vertical and extend it all the way up. 7. Plug the AC adaptor into a 120 V AC outlet, which is not controlled by a switch or power bar.
3. Plug the line cord into the wall jack. Line up the screws on the wall mount plate with the openings in the stand and slide the phone down until the mounting screws hold firmly. Attaching the stand in the wall mount position * 1. Bring the line cord through the opening in the stand, then lower the stand into the slots on the base. 4. Continue routing the cords in the channels on the stand. 5. Remove the tab from the base and reinsert it with the point up. Make sure the tab is in all the way.
Charging the handset battery Once you’ve selected your preferred language, the display will show: Ready for use... NEXT When you first plug in your phone, you will need to charge the battery for at least 5 hours before you can use the handset. This is best done by charging overnight. Ch arg This idle display message will appear from now on unless other messages take priority, you’re using the handset, or the handset is sleeping (see Battery saver mode page 9).
Quick charge Battery level indicator The Mæstro 4625 comes with a reduced charge time feature called “Quick charge”. Simply place the handset on the base (no need to turn the handset switch off). The Mæstro 4625 is able to determine how long the handset battery needs to recharge. When the handset is in the base and Quick charge is activated, the display message battery charging... will be displayed. You may check the battery level of your handset by pressing the NEXT display key when at the idle display.
Changing the battery Range of operation If you’ve charged the battery and the display still says Battery low or the handset will not wake up, it’s time to replace the battery. New batteries are available from your phone retailer. Use either the GESPCH01 or the 3N-270AA Sanyo battery. The actual operating range of your Mæstro 4625 can vary with the construction of your home, interference from household appliances, weather conditions, and other factors.
Making basic calls Using the handset Putting a call on hold When you receive a call, the display shows caller information. The hold feature keeps your caller on the line so you can talk privately to someone in the room. If you forget that someone is on hold, the Mæstro 4625 releases the line after five minutes. Note: You must subscribe to Caller ID service from your local telephone company. The handset power switch must be ON in order to receive or make calls. To put a call on hold 1.
Using the speakerphone Calling on the speakerphone Transferring calls You can transfer a call between the base and the handset. So, if you originally answered the call on the base, you can transfer it to the handset and later back to the base again. You can dial and answer calls from the base. To answer a call 1. Press T. To transfer a call 2. Press e to hang up. 1. Make or answer a call on the handset or the base. To dial a number 2. Press h. 1. Press T. 3.
Personalizing your telephone Improving call reception The handset communicates with the base using one of a combination of 25-channels. Your Mæstro 4625 automatically scans for a clear channel each time you use the handset. To change the security code 1. Place the handset on the base. 2. On the base, press and hold i while also pressing I on the handset. Hold both keys for 5 seconds.
Handset ringer volume dial local numbers directly from the Callers List without having to remove the area code first. You can choose from three volume settings for the handset ringer: OFF, Low, and High (the factory setting). To add or change the area code To change the ringer volume 1. Press c. 2. Press the CODE display key. 3. Press the ADD or CHNGE display key (whichever appears on the display). 4. You can use < or > to move to a specific digit. 5. Press d to remove any existing digits.
Using the Callers List Callers List information is sorted from oldest to newest. When the list is full, the oldest items are deleted to make room for the new callers. Times are changing. There are more things to do that take you out of your home. You probably receive a lot of calls when you go out. When you get home, just scroll through your list of callers to see who called. You can find and respond to the important calls quickly (see page 16).
Setting up the Callers List Viewing the Callers List You may set up the Callers List to: To view the Callers List 1. Log all calls (Call Log=All) 2. Log only those calls you didn’t answer (Call Log=Unanswered) 3. Log no calls (Call Log=None) 1. To see the Callers List heading, press c. 2. Use the [ and ] keys to move between callers. 3. Use the < and > keys to move between name, number, and time and date information. Setting up the Callers List 4. To leave the Callers List at any time, press c or e.
Dialing from the Callers List Copying a number to the Directory You can return a call when it is displayed in the Callers List. A will appear on the Time and Date screen for all entries you’ve called from the Callers List. To copy a number to the Directory 1. Press c. 2. Use the [ and ] keys to find the caller. To dial from the Callers List 3. If the number requires editing, make the required changes. 1. Press c. 4. Press the DONE display key. 2. Use the [ and ] keys to find the caller. 5. Press s.
Using advanced features Other dialing methods Using the Call Timer Predial lets you view the number first, before you dial it. It helps prevent dialing errors. When you’re on a call, the display shows the channel you’re using in the lower left corner. After ten seconds on the call, it then begins to show how much time has passed in minutes and seconds. The timer starts counting as soon as you press t, I or the DIAL display key.
Making an intercom call Call Waiting and Three Way Calling The intercom will let you make a call between the base and the handset. You cannot make any other type of call with the intercom feature. It also functions as a handset “beeper”, to help you locate the handset no matter where it may be hiding. If you subscribe to Call Waiting or Three-Way Calling (not available in some areas), read the information from your telephone company for the exact procedures.
Using the Directory You can store up to 30 frequentlycalled names and numbers in the Directory. When someone who is in your Directory calls, that person’s name and number appear on the display as you entered it into the Directory. The following illustration shows how the arrow keys move you to different screens in the Directory. Note: You must subscribe to Caller ID service, available from your local telephone company. All Directory items are sorted alphabetically by the first word.
1. Press s. 1. Press the key with the desired letter repeatedly until that letter appears on the display. The letters are printed on the dial pad keys. Names can have up to 16 characters. 2. Enter the number using the dial pad. Numbers can have up to 16 digits. If you require a pause (for example, between a telephone number and an access code), press h where you want the pause. 2. Advance to the next letter by pressing the > key or the SKIP display key. Note: Each pause is 2 seconds.
Editing the Directory To change a number To change a name 1. Press D. 1. Press D. 2. Use the [ and ] keys to find the number you wish to change. 2. Use [ or ] to find the name that you wish to change. 3. Press > to view the number. 3. While the name is on the display, press the CHNGE display key. The cursor appears under the first character. 4. While the number is on the display, press the CHNGE display key. The cursor appears under the first digit. 4.
Display prompts and indicators Display prompts Your handset display gives you instructions and information. If you want to know what to do about a particular display prompt, look it up in the following table. The prompts are listed in alphabetical order. For other helpful hints, see page 26. Prompt Meaning Battery Low WARNING: You must recharge the handset.
Prompt Meaning Prompt Meaning No info available Caller information: The telephone company is unable to send caller information. Private name / number No name The Directory item has a number but no name. You may leave it as it is or add a name by pressing the ADD display key. Caller information: The incoming caller has requested that the name (or number) not be shown. Ready to use... NEXT Usual idle display prompt. Redial empty There are no numbers stored in the Redial key.
Handset lights Prompt Meaning Multipurpose light (top right corner) Sorry! Try again Make sure you are within range of the base, then repeat the procedure. If the prompt remains, reset the telephone by following the procedure for changing the security code (see page 13). Flash quickly You have an incoming call. Flash You have a call on hold. Flash slowly You have new callers. Flash periodically If the handset is on battery saver mode, you have new callers.
Helpful hints Locating the base. For the best performance, locate the base centrally in your house, preferably in an open area, away from refrigerators, fluorescent lights, TV’s, etc. In addition, the base should be plugged directly into a wall outlet that is not controlled by a switch. Do not use a power bar. Do not use a telephone line cord extension cord. Keep the handset in a location where it will be as close to standard room temperature as possible.
The handset display says you're out of range, but you haven't moved. The base may have lost power. Check that the power adaptor is plugged in. If you experience a power failure, you will lose your call after 30 seconds. The battery is low even after charging. The battery of your telephone can be recharged and reused many times. If the battery fails even after charging for 5 hours, replace it with a new Sanyo battery pack GESPCH01 or a 3N-270AA.
Regulatory information Language, ringer volume, and area code have changed back to the defaults. The base has been without power for more than three days. Follow the procedures in the Personalizing your telephone section. Radio/TV interference Telephones equipped with electronic push-key dials generate and use radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly and in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
Rights of the telephone company Your connection to the telephone line must comply with these FCC rules: — Use only an FCC standard RJ11W/ RJ14W or RJ11C/RJ14C network interface jack and FCC-compliant line cord and plug to connect this telephone to the telephone line. (To connect the telephone, press the small plastic tab on the plug at the end of the telephone's line cord. Insert into a wall or baseboard jack until it clicks. To disconnect, press the tab and pull out.
— Equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by your telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.) Signaling method This unit’s push-key dial pad allows it to signal in tones (DTMF). It can complete calls to local and longdistance lines and can also complete long-distance calls using computer telephone systems such as MCI™ or SPRINT™.
Programming emergency numbers The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. When programming emergency numbers or making test calls to emergency numbers: 1. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for calling before hanging up. 2. Perform such activities in the offpeak hours, such as early morning or late evenings.
Index Copying to Directory 17 Deleting items 17 Description 15–17, 23, 24 Dialing 17 Setting up 16 Calls Answering 11 Holding 11 Making 11 Speakerphone 12 Channel, changing 13 Charge light 4, 25 Problems 27 Charging 9 CHNGE display key 11, 13, 14, 16, 22, 24 D Delete key 3, 17, 18, 21 Desk mount 6 DIAL display key 17, 18, 20, 23, 24, A Answering calls any key 1, 11 Handset 11 Speakerphone 12 Antenna 3, 5, 7 Area code 14 Arrow keys 3, 16–22 Attaching the stand 6, 7 B Base 2 Base light 4, 25 Callers light 4,
Saving numbers 21 Viewing 20 Directory is full 23 Display 1, 3 Language 8, 13, 27 Prompts table 23, 24 Troubleshooting 27 Waking Handset up 9 Display key 3, 11, 27 DONE display key 17, 21, 22 E EDIT display key 17, 24 End key 3, 4, 11, 12, 14–18, 20–22 Erasing Callers List items 17 Erasing Directory items 22 F FCC notice 28 Flash key 3, 4, 19 H Handset 2 Battery Life 8 Beeping 27 Charge contacts 3, 27 Description 3 Lights 25 Multi-purpose light 3, 25 Power switch 3, 8, 9 Volume control 3, 14 Handset display
Pause 21 Power adaptor 2, 30 Power cord 5 Power switch, handset 3, 8, 9 Predialing a number 18 Private name 24 Private number 24 Problems with phone 26 Prompts table 23, 24 Q Quick Charge 9 Quick Reference Card 2 R Radio interference 13, 28 Range 10, 23, 27 Redial empty 24 Redial key 1, 3, 4, 18 Redial List 18 Regulatory information 28 Repair information 32 Ringer Equivalence Number 29 Ringer volume Base 4, 14 Handset 14 Prompt display 24 S Safety instructions 30 Save key 3, 17, 21 Scan key 1, 3, 13 Problem
P0844030/01 Printed in Malaysia *Mæstro is a trademark of Northern Telecom