User's Manual
5-F Before Requesting Help
Problem
The unit does not work.
An alarm tone sounds.
Static, sound cuts in/out,
fades. Interference from
other electrical units.
The handset does not
ring.
While storing a phone
number, the handset
starts to ring.
Cause and Remedy
≥Check the settings (1-C).
≥Charge the battery fully (5-A).
≥Clean the charge contacts and charge
again (5-A).
≥Install the battery properly (1-C, 5-D).
≥Place the handset on the base unit and
unplug the AC adaptor to reset. Plug in,
and try again.
≥You are too far from the base unit. Move
closer and try again.
≥Place the handset on the base unit and
try again.
≥Plug in the AC adaptor.
≥Raise the base unit antenna.
≥Locate the handset and the base unit
away from other electrical appliances
(5-B).
≥Move closer to the base unit.
≥Raise the base unit antenna.
≥Press
(CH) to select a clearer channel.
≥The ringer volume is set to OFF. Set to
ON (2-B).
≥If a power failure occurs, the handset
loses communication with the base.
When power returns, place the handset
on the base unit once then try again.
≥To answer the call, press .
The program will be canceled. Store the
number again.
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Things You Should Know Section 5
5-G Safety Instructions
Take special care to follow the safety suggestions listed below.
Safety
1) The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type
described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit.
2) When left unused for a long period of time, the base unit should be
unplugged from the household AC outlet.
Installations
Environment
1) Do not use this unit near water—for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
sink, etc. Damp basements should also be avoided.
2) The unit should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators,
kitchen range, etc. It also should not be placed in rooms where the
temperature is less than 5°C or greater than 40°C.
3) The AC adaptor is used as the main disconnect device, ensure that the
AC outlet is located/installed near the unit and is easily accessible.
Placement
1) Do not place heavy objects on top of this unit.
2) Care should be taken so that objects do not fall onto, and liquids are not
spilled into, the unit. Do not subject this unit to excessive smoke, dust,
mechanical vibration or shock.
3) Place the unit on a flat surface.
For best performance
1) If noise prevents the conversation from being understood at the handset,
approach the base unit to lessen the noise.
2) The handset should be used at the HIGH volume setting when the
reception tone is difficult to hear.
3) The handset should be fully recharged on the base unit when the
IN USE indicator flashes.
4) The handset antenna should not be touched during use because of its
high sensitivity.
5) The maximum calling distance may be shortened when the unit is used
in the following places: Near obstacles such as hills, tunnels,
undergrounds, near metal objects such as wire fences, etc.
Problem
You cannot store a phone
number in memory.
You cannot redial by
pressing
(PAUSE/REDIAL).
(HANDSET\LOCATOR) does
not function.
The IN USE indicator
flashes slowly or the
handset beeps while it is
in use.
While talking, the call is
disconnected.
The handset produces a
continuous beep, then it
cannot be operated.
You charged the battery
fully, but the IN USE
indicator flashes slowly.
The IN USE/CHARGE
indicator light does not
go out while charging.
Cause and Remedy
≥You cannot store a number while the unit
is in the talk mode.
≥Do not pause for over 20 seconds while
storing.
≥If the last number dialed was more than
16 digits long, the number will not be
redialed correctly.
≥The handset is too far from the base unit
or is engaged in an outside call.
≥Charge the battery fully (5-A).
≥The battery needs to be recharged.
Charge the battery fully (5-A).
≥The battery needs to be recharged.
Charge the battery fully (5-A).
≥Clean the charge contacts and charge
again (5-A).
≥Install a new battery (5-D).
≥This is normal.
5-H Specifications
∫ Base unit
Power Supply: AC Adaptor (120 V AC, 60 Hz)
Power Consumption: Standby: Approx. 3.1 W
Maximum: Approx. 4 W
Frequency: 902.10 MHz–904.05 MHz
Dimensions (H
kk
W
kk
D): Approx. 89 mm k 127 mm k 180 mm
Mass (Weight): Approx. 260 g
∫ Handset
Power Supply: Ni-Cd battery (3.6 V, 600 mAh)
Frequency: 925.90 MHz–927.85 MHz
Dimensions (H
kk
W
kk
D): Approx. 236 mm k 55 mm k 44 mm
Mass (Weight): Approx. 220 g
Security Codes: 65,000
∫ Dialing Mode: Tone (DTMF)/Pulse
∫ Operating Environment: 5°C–40°C
Specifications are subject to change without notice.