Operation Manual

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Putting the Telephone into Operation
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2 Putting the Telephone into Operation
Safety information
Caution: It is essential to read the Safety Information in Chapter 1 before starting up.
Checking the contents of the package
The package contains:
− a base station with power adapter plug − a telephone connection cable
− a handset − two rechargeable batteries
− an operating manual
Connecting the base station
Caution: Position the base station with a distance of 1 m to other electronic devices, otherwise
there is a risk of mutual disturbance.
Connect the base station as illustrated in the diagram. For reasons of safety, only use the power adapter
plug supplied and telephone connection line enclosed.
Mains power outlet
Telephone line socket
Inserting the batteries
Insert the AAA" batteries in the open battery compartment.
Only use batteries of the type AAA NiMH 1.2 V. Pay attention to
correct polarity. Close the battery compartment cover.
Charging the batteries
Before the handset is used for the first time, insert it in the base station / charging station for at least 14
hours. When the handset is placed in the base station / charging station properly, the battery charge control
lamp lights up. The handset warms up during the charging process. This is normal and does not represent
a risk. Do not charge the handset with charging units from other manufacturers. The current battery charge
status is indicated on the display:
Full Half empty Low Empty
Switching the handset on/off
The handset can be switched on and off to save the batteries.
2 sec  Switch the handset off
 Switch the handset on
Setting the date and time
The information on Page 31 explains how to set the date and time on the handset when starting it up for the
first time.
Private branch exchanges
Page 29 provides further information if your telephone is to be connected to a private branch exchange.