DECT 6.0 Multi-Handset Cordless Speakerphone User's Guide Please read this manual before operating product for the first time. Visit the RCA web site at www.rca4phones.
Equipment Approval Information Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately.
• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna. • Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.
Table of Contens Equipment Approval Information.......2 Interference Information........................3 Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)..........4 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement ............................................................................4 Information for DECT Product..............4 Table of Contens.........................................5 Introduction..................................................7 Before You Begin.................................7 Telephone Jack Requirements....
Language............................................23 Base tone.............................................23 Base Ring Volume...................................24 Base Ring melody............................24 Advanced Set............................................24 Recall time...........................................24 Registration........................................24 De-register the handset................25 Modify master PIN...........................25 Reset.................................
Introduction CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.
For Model 2131-2 there will be ONE additional handset, charge cradle, battery cover and two additional pieces of battery cells and power adaptor. For Model 2131-3 there will be TWO additional handsets, charge cradles, battery covers and four additional pieces of battery cells and power adaptors.. For Model 2131-4 there will be THREE additional handsets, charge cradles, battery covers and six additional pieces of battery cells and power adaptors.
Important Installation Guidelines • • • • • • • Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting, microwave ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight. Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature. Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
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Installation and Set-up Fit the rechargeable batteries in each handset 1) 2) Install the AAA batteries (Brand name: CORUN, Capacity: Ni-MH 1.2V/ 550mAh, or Brand name: SANIK, Capacity: Ni-MH 1.2V/550mAh) into handset in accordance with the polarity marked in the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover, sliding it into place and pressing firmly to make sure it is secure.
Keypad lock To lock the cordless handset’s keypad: Press and hold [*] button for 2 seconds until you hear a beep tone, when the keypad lock is activated, shows on the display. To unlock the keypad: Press and hold [*] button for 2 seconds until you hear a beep tone. Or simply replace the handset on the charger cradle.
Making a Call 1. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button. Dial the desired number. - OR Dial the number first, press the TALK/SPEAKER button. - OR Press the Navigation (or ) button to select the desired record, press the TALK/SPEAKER button. 2. When finished, press the HANG UP button to end conversation. NOTE: You may enter up to 24 pre-dial digits. NOTE: If you want to delete the pre-dial number you entered, press the BACK/R/C button until all of the digits are erased. Answering a call 1. 2.
3. Press the redial button first, then use the Navigation button to select the desired redial number. - Press the Navigation () to review the oldest call and scroll toward the most recent calls (higher numbers). - Press the Navigation () to review the newest call and scroll to older calls (lower numbers). NOTE: You may choose from the last ten numbers that were dialed. 4. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button. The number dials automatically.
Reviewing phonebook records 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK/SPEAKER mode). Press the Phonebook button to access the phone book, all records are shown in alphabetical order. Press the Navigation (or) button or key in alphabet to the desired records. Press the MENU/OK button to view detail information. Adding phonebook entries 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Press MENU/OK key to enter main menu.
Inserting a Pause Press the #pause/ringer button on the handset’s touch-tone pad to insert a delay in dialing sequence when a pause is needed to wait for a dial tone (for example, after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer access tone) Each pause counts as one digit in the dialing sequence. Editing a phonebook record From Phonebook Sub-Menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to Edit Entry. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to confirm. 3.
Using the redial list The redial list stores the last 10 numbers dialed. A maximum of 20 digits can be displayed for each entry. Last number redial 1. 2. Press REDIAL key in idle mode and press Navigation key to browse the redial list. The last number dialed will appear first in the redial list. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button to dial the number. Save a redial number into the phonebook 1. 2. 3. 4. Press REDIAL key in idle mode to go to the redial list.
Caller list 1. 2. 3. CLIP of incoming Calls are stored in the CALLER LIST menu. When you enter the CALLER LIST menu, the display shows icon. Store the last 20 incoming calls and the call time. Access the Caller list 1. 2. Press the CID button to enter the Caller List menu. The display shows the recent caller phone number. Press the Navigation (or) button through the Caller List. Calling back a caller 1. 2. 3. Press the CID button to enter the Caller List menu.
Using multi-handset capabilities Note: To use intercom feature, you need to have at least 2 handsets link to this product. This product is capable of linking up to 4 handsets. Making an intercom call 1. 2. 3. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). Press INT button on handset, the Int symbol appears and the registered handsets shows on the display, enter the handset number you want to page. The cordless handset rings, and the Int symbol flashes on handset display.
Making conference call (three-way conversation) You can connect one external call to two handsets registered at the base station. All users can TALK/SPEAKER and listen simultaneously. 1. During an external call, press the INT button on handset, the external call is put on hold and the registered handset shows on the display, enter the handset number you want to page. 2. Wait until the internal user answers. 3. Press and hold the INT button on original handset to start a three-way conference call. 4.
Ring melody You may choose from ten different melodies ring tone. From Handset Tones setting sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to select Ring Melody. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Press the Navigation (or) button to select the desired melody ring tone. 4. Press the MENU/OK button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. Key Beep From Handset Tones setting sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to select Key Beep. 2.
Auto answer From the Personal Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to the Auto Answer submenu. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Press the Navigation (or) button to select On or Off. 4. Press the MENU/OK button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone. If you select ON, during an external call, you may lift the handset to answer a call immediately without pressing any buttons, to end a call, put the handset back on the cradle directly.
Base Ring Volume From Base Tone setting sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to select BS Ring Vol. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Press the Navigation (or) button to select the desired ringer volume level (Ring Vol High, Ring Vol Medium, Ring Vol Low, Silence) 4. Press the MENU/OK button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. NOTE: If Silence is selected, you will turn off the base ringer.
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the MENU/OK button to access registration setting, the display will show Enter PIN----. Use the touch tone pad to enter the 4 digits of PIN code (default PIN code is 0000). Press the MENU/OK button to confirm, the screen displays Registering... Press and hold the FIND button on the base for a few seconds. You will hear a long confirmation tone if the registration is successful, enter the handset number you want to arrange.
From the Advanced set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to Reset. 2. Press the MENU/OK button, the screen displays Enter PIN ----. 3. Use the touch tone pad to enter your four digits of PIN code. 4. Press the MENU/OK button, the screen displays Confirm Reset? 5. Press the MENU/OK button again to reset the handset to factory default setting.
6. Place handset in the base to charge. Allow the handset battery to roperly charge (for 16 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised. Battery Safety Precautions • • • • Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.
Check the battery level symbol on the display. If it is low, replace the handset on the base unit or charger pod to recharge the batteries. Switch off power at the mains socket, wait for a short time and then switch back on. This may solve the problem. “I cannot make a call” If the handset display shows KEYS LOCKED, press and hold the * button to unlock it before you make a call. Only one handset (or the base unit) can be connected to the outside line at a time.
“There is interference Move the handset closer to the base unit, or to a and noise on the line” different position. Try moving the base unit so that it’s not near other electrical equipment, such as a television or a computer. You’ll get the best sound if you place the base unit as high as possible. For example, in a twostorey house, the first-floor landing is an ideal place. “I hear ‘beeps’ from You may be going out of range of the base unit. my handset while I’m Move closer or your call may be cut off.
Battery “The handset’s battery pack is running low within an hour or two” Before you first use the handset, you should have left it on the base unit or charger pod for 16 hours to charge the battery fully. You may need to replace the battery. Check the connection between the base unit and the mains power socket. “I try to recharge the You need to replace the battery.
disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. Purchase Date or Date Received as Gift Name of Store For instructions on how to execute your warranty, you may call customer care at 1-877-722-4908 or you may visit our website at www.rca4phones.com. If you prefer to contact us via US Mail - you may write to us at: S.P. USA LLC PO Box 501045 Indianapolis IN 46250-1045 Please do not send products to this address as it only add delays in service and may result in lost or damaged product.
• • • • We will ask that you properly pack your product to avoid shipping damage. We recommend that you use the original carton and packing materials. We will ask you to include with your product the following: Your name, return shipping address and daytime phone number handwritten or typed on a sheet of paper A legible copy of your sales receipt ( please do not send the original sales receipt ) Ship your product prepaid, to the address we provide.
Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY S.P. USA LLC, ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY. • REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. S.P.
Visit the RCA web site at www.rca4phones.com Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. 2131 XXXXXXXX (Rev.
Multi-Handset DECT 6.0 Cordless Speakerphone with Answering Machine User's Guide Please read this manual before operating product for the first time. Visit the RCA web site at www.rca4phones.
Equipment Approval Information Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference). • Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna. • Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.
Information for DECT Product This telephone is compliant with the DECT 6.0 standard which operates in the 1.92GHz to 1.93GHz frequency range. Installation of this equipment is subject to notification and coordination with UTAM. Any relocation of this equipment must be coordinated through and approved by UTAM. UTAM may be contacted at 1-800-42 9-8826.
Table of Contens To unlock the keypad:.................15 Charge/in use Indicator on Base....................................................15 Set time and date.........................15 Speakerphone Operation..........16 Making a Call..................................16 Answering a call............................16 Call Timer..........................................16 Auto Standby..................................17 Flash...................................................17 Last Number Redial..........
Table of Contens Delete the redial list..................21 Call Waiting Caller ID................21 Caller list.........................................21 Access the Caller list.................22 Calling back a caller..................22 Storing a caller record..............22 Deleting a caller record...........22 Deleting all caller record.........22 Answering Machine Settings...... .............................................................22 Set the answer mode.................
Introduction CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.
Telephone Jack Requirements To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack installed in your home. If you don’t have a modular jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed. Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line.
• • Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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Installation and Set-up Fit the rechargeable batteries in each handset 1) 2) Install the AAA batteries (Brand name: CORUN, Capacity: Ni-MH 1.2V/550mAh, or Brand name: SANIK, Capacity: Ni-MH 1.2V/550mAh) into handset in accordance with the polarity marked in the battery compartment. Close the battery compartment cover, sliding it into place and pressing firmly to make sure it is secure.
an incoming call. To answer a call, you will need to switch it back on. It may take some time for the handset to re-establish a radio link with the base unit. Keypad lock To lock the cordless handset’s keypad: Press and hold [*] button for 2 seconds until you hear a beep tone, when the keypad lock is activated, shows on the display. To unlock the keypad: Press and hold [*] button for 2 seconds until you hear a beep tone. Or simply replace the handset on the charger cradle.
Press the TALK/SPEAKER button again to switch from speakerphone to earpiece mode. Press the HANG UP button to end conversation. Making a Call 1. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button. Dial the desired number. - OR Dial the number first, press the TALK/SPEAKER button. - OR Press the Navigation (or ) button to select the desired record, press the TALK/SPEAKER button. 2. When finished, press the HANG UP button to end conversation. NOTE: You may enter up to 24 pre-dial digits.
1. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button. 2. Press the redial button. -OR3. Press the redial button first, then use the Navigation button to select the desired redial number. - Press the Navigation () to review the oldest call and scroll toward the most recent calls (higher numbers). - Press the Navigation () to review the newest call and scroll to older calls (lower numbers). NOTE: You may choose from the last ten numbers that were dialed. 4. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button. The number dials automatically.
Phone Book You can store up to fifty records in phone book for quick dialing; each record can contain a maximum of 20-digit numbers and 10-character names. Reviewing phonebook records 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK/SPEAKER mode). Press the Phonebook button to access the phone book, all records are shown in alphabetical order. Press the Navigation (or ) button or key in alphabet to the desired records. Press the MENU/OK button to view detail information. Adding phonebook entries 1.
7. 8. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the telephone number (up to 20 digits, including pauses), and press the MENU/OK button to confirm. Select Melody, Melody 5 shows on the display. Press the Navigation (or ) button to select from melody 1 to melody 10 (a testing tone is generated while making melody selection), press the MENU/OK button to confirm, the records are stored alphabetically in the phone book.
Dialing a phonebook number 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK/SPEAKER mode). Press the Phonebook button to access the phone book, all records is shown in alphabetical order. Press the Navigation (or ) button or key in alphabet to the desired records. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button, the number dials automatically. Using the redial list The redial list stores the last 10 numbers dialed. A maximum of 20 digits can be displayed for each entry. Last number redial 1. 2.
4. Press MENU/OK key again to confirm. Call Waiting Caller ID Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are using the multi handset system, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line. The Call Waiting Caller ID information will be displayed and stored in the history of all handsets in the system. Caller list 1. 2. 3. CLIP of incoming Calls are stored in the CALLER LIST menu.
2. 3. 4. Press the Navigation (or ) button to select a call record. Press MENU/OK button to open sub-menu. Select Delete, press MENU/OK button to confirm your deletion. Deleting all caller record 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the CID button to enter the Caller List menu. Press MENU/OK button to open sub-menu. Select Delete All, press MENU/OK button, the screen displays Delete All? Press MENU/OK button again to confirm your deletion.
To pre-record an outgoing message you must first follow the procedure to set the answer mode. Record a personalised outgoing message * You can choose to replace the predefined OGM with your own prerecorded personalised messages. 1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 on Set the Answer mode section. 2. Display shows Select mess. > Predefined 3. Press the Navigaton (or) button to select Personalised and press the MENU/OK button. 4. Display shows > Play message 5. Press the MENU/OK button to play the existing message 6.
Remote access operation The telephone will allow you to check your messages remotely from another phone. To use this function you must be using a tone dialling telephone and you will need to enter your remote PIN (default: 0000). The remote control function must be activated before it can be used. To activate remote access 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. * * Press the MENU/OK key to enter menu selection. Press the Navigation (or) key to select Answ. Machine and then press MENU/OK key to select.
Press 8 turn the answering machine on/off Press 55 to stop message playback If you are not playing messages, you must press a button within 15 seconds, otherwise your telephone will hang up. Call Screening Call screening allows you to hear the caller while he is leaving a message. You can then decide if you want to talk to the caller directly. When call screening is switched on, handset 1 loudspeaker will turn on automatically while the answering machine is recording an incoming message.
Answering an intercom call The ringing tune for intercom calls is different from external calls. When someone makes an intercom call to you, Int icon appears on your cordless handset’s display with the number of the handset calling you. 1. Press the TALK/SPEAKER button to answer. 2. To end an intercom call, press the HANG UP button or place the handset in the base cradle. Transfer an external call You can transfer an external call to another handset that is registered to the base station. 1.
Personal setting 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK/SPEAKER mode). Press the MENU/OK button to go to main menu. Press the Navigation (or) button to select Personal Set. Press the MENU/OK button to access the setting sub-menu. Handset tone From Personal Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to select Handset Tones. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to access handset tone setting, you may program the follow items: Ring Volume, Ring Melody, Key Beep.
4. Press the MENU/OK button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone. Handset Name From the Personal Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to the Handset Name sub-menu. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Use the touch tone pad to enter a name (up to 10 characters). More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys. For example, to enter Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter B. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I.
handset on the base station. By default, the Auto Hang up feature is Off. From the Personal Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to the Auto Hang-up submenu. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Press the Navigation (or) button to select On or Off. 4. Press the MENU/OK button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone. Language From the Personal Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to the Language submenu. 2.
2. 3. 4. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. Press the Navigation (or) button to select the desired melody ring tone. Press the MENU/OK button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. Advanced Set 1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK/SPEAKER mode). Press the MENU/OK button to go to main menu. Press the Navigation (or) button to select Advanced Set. Press the MENU/OK button to access the setting menu. Recall time From the advanced Set sub-menu: 1.
3. 4. 5. Use the touch tone pad to enter the 4 digits of PIN code (default PIN code is 0000). Enter the handset number to be de-registered. You will hear a long confirmation tone if the de-registration is successful. The screen display Unregistered. Modify master PIN To avoid your handset setting from unintentional access, you should change your master PIN (default PIN number is 0000). From the Advanced Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or) button to scroll to Change PIN. 2.
Handset Key tone: ON Handset name: Handset 1 Language: Country depend on Auto Answer: OFF Auto Hang up: OFF Recall Time: Medium Master PIN: 0000 Time & Date: 00:00 01/01 Answering machine: answer& record mode on default OGM selected. Recorded messages or memos: empty Remote access: On Ring Delay: 5 Call screening: Off Answering machine operation When the answering machine is switched on the TAM icon on the handset display will come on steadily.
New messages that have not yet been played are indicated by the TAM icon flashing . When all messages have been played the TAM icon stays on steadily, if the answering machine is turned on. To playback recorded messages: 1. 2. Press the MENU/OK key to enter menu selection. Press the Navigation key to select Answ. Machine and then press MENU/OK key to select. 3. Press the Navigation key to select Play and then press MENU/OK key to select. 4. The first new message will play through the loudspeaker.
5. 6. Speak into the handset to record your memo, press the MENU/OK button to end the recording Use the BACK button to exit the menu or press HANG UP to go to standby mode. Changing the Battery 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the approved Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit. Make sure the telephone is OFF (not in TALK mode) before you replace battery. Remove the battery compartment door.
Everyday use “I cannot make or answer calls” If the handset’s display is blank, it may have been switched off. Press and hold the HANG-UP key to switch it back on. Check that the base unit’s mains power adapter is plugged in and power is switched on. The base unit needs mains power for normal operation of the phone – not just for charging the batteries. Make sure you are using the telephone line cable supplied with your phone. Other telephone line cables might not work.
“The phone does not ring” “My call was cut off when I went out of range. Now I can’t use my handset.” “There is interference and noise on the line” Check that the base unit’s mains power adapter is plugged in and power is switched on. The base unit needs mains power for normal operation of the phone – not just for charging the batteries. Make sure you are using the telephone line cable that was supplied with your package. Move the handset closer to the base unit before you try again to make a call.
“The volume in the earpiece is low when I’ m on a call” Intercom and transfer “I can’t transfer a call” Battery “The handset’s battery pack is running low within an hour or two” “I try to recharge the battery but I still get a warning that they are low” Make sure you’re holding the earpiece correctly over your ear. Adjust the volume using the navigation key. Make sure the other handset is in range of the base unit. Make sure you are dialing the correct number for the other handset.
Warranty Assistance Your sales receipt will be required to demonstrate proof of purchase in order to validate your warranty eligibility. You may want to attach either the original, or a photocopy, of your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference. If this product was received as a gift, it is suggested you jot down the date of gift receipt, as this information will be valuable should service be required during the warranty period.
the remainder of the original product's on year warranty, or 90 days from the date the replacement product was shipped to you, whichever is longer. How to get service: • Call Customer Care at 1-877-722-4908. Please have your product with you and please have your model number and date code available when calling us. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the base unit.
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to, lightning damage. Product Registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product or visit www.rca4phones.com to register your new product. Product registration is not required for warranty coverage but does allow us to contact you regarding your product should it become necessary. Limitation of Warranty: • THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.
Visit the RCA web site at www.rca4phones.com Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. 2132 XXXXXXXX (Rev.
Quick Set-up Guide for Optional/Additional Model 2130 DECT 6.0 Cordless Handset for use with Systems 2131 and 2132 series Please read this manual before operating product for the first time. Visit the RCA web site at www.rca4phones.
Equipment Approval Information Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference). • Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna. • Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.
Table of Contens Ring volume.......................................9 Ring melody.......................................9 Key Beep...........................................10 Handset Name..............................10 Auto answer....................................11 Auto hang-up.................................11 Language.........................................11 Using multi-handset capabilities ..............................................................11 Transfer an external call............
Introduction CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out. Before You Begin Parts Checklist Make sure your package includes the items listed here.
Before you use the cordless handset for the first time, it’s important to charge the batteries fully. Leave the handset on the charging cradle for 16 hours. The battery charge symbol will blink when you're charging an empty battery. If you think that the symbol isn't showing the correct battery charge level, first check that the handset is correctly positioned in the charging cradle. If you’re sure that it is, remove and refit the batteries.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press the Navigation (or ) button to scroll to Unregister. Press the MENU/OK button to access de-register setting, the screen display Enter PIN----. Use the touch tone pad to enter the 4 digits of PIN code (default PIN code is 0000). Enter the handset number to be de-registered. You will hear a long confirmation tone if the de-registration is successful. The screen display Unregistered.
Ring melody You may choose from ten different melodies ring tone. From Handset Tones setting sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or ) button to select Ring Melody. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Press the Navigation (or ) button to select the desired melody ring tone. 4. Press the MENU/OK button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. Key Beep From Handset Tones setting sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or ) button to select Key Beep. 2.
4. Press the MENU/OK button to save your name. You will hear a confirmation tone and the handset name shows in the display. Auto answer From the Personal Set sub-menu: 1. Press the Navigation (or ) button to scroll to the Auto Answer submenu. 2. Press the MENU/OK button to enter the menu. 3. Press the Navigation (or ) button to select On or Off. 4. Press the MENU/OK button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Making an intercom call 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press INT button on handset, the Int symbol appears and the registered handsets shows on the display, enter the handset number you want to page. 3. The cordless handset rings, and the Int symbol flashes on handset display. When the handset user answers, you will be connected. Answering an intercom call The ringing tune for intercom calls is different from external calls.
4. When finished, press the HANG UP button to end the conversation. Changing the Battery 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the approved Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit. Make sure the telephone is OFF (not in TALK mode) before you replace battery. Remove the battery compartment door. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the battery pack from the handset.
Everyday use “I cannot make or answer calls” If the handset’s display is blank, it may have been switched off. Press and hold the HANG-UP key to switch it back on. Check that the base unit’s mains power adapter is plugged in and power is switched on. The base unit needs mains power for normal operation of the phone – not just for charging the batteries. Make sure you are using the telephone line cable supplied with your phone. Other telephone line cables might not work.
“The phone does not ring” “My call was cut off when I went out of range. Now I can’ t use my handset.” “There is interference and noise on the line” Check that the base unit’s mains power adapter is plugged in and power is switched on. The base unit needs mains power for normal operation of the phone – not just for charging the batteries. Make sure you are using the telephone line cable that was supplied with your package. Move the handset closer to the base unit before you try again to make a call.
Intercom and transfer “I can’t transfer a call” Make sure the other handset is in range of the base unit. Make sure you are dialing the correct number for the other handset. Battery “The handset’s battery Before you first use the handset, you should pack is running low have left it on the base unit or charger pod for within an hour or two” 16 hours to charge the battery fully. You may need to replace the battery. Check the connection between the base unit and the mains power socket.
Warranty Assistance Your sales receipt will be required to demonstrate proof of purchase in order to validate your warranty eligibility. You may want to attach either the original, or a photocopy, of your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference. If this product was received as a gift, it is suggested you jot down the date of gift receipt, as this information will be valuable should service be required during the warranty period.
the remainder of the original product's on year warranty, or 90 days from the date the replacement product was shipped to you, whichever is longer. How to get service: • Call Customer Care at 1-877-722-4908. Please have your product with you and please have your model number and date code available when calling us. The model number and date code can be found on the underside of the base unit.
• • Products purchased or serviced outside the USA. Acts of nature, such as but not limited to, lightning damage. Product Registration: • Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your product or visit www.rca4phones.com to register your new product. Product registration is not required for warranty coverage but does allow us to contact you regarding your product should it become necessary.
Visit the RCA web site at www.rca4phones.com Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. 2130 XXXXXXXX (Rev.
