900 MHz Cordless Telephone with Caller ID Featuring Clarity ® Power™ Technology Clarity 430 User Guide E N G L I S H E S P A Ñ O L SE/ IN U F R A N Ç A I S
Table of Contents Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . Choosing a Location . . . . Installation . . . . . . . . . . . Battery Installation . . . . . Handset Battery Charging Low Battery . . . . . . . . . . Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone. 3. Do not use this telephone near a bath tub, wash basin, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or anywhere else there is water. 4.
Important Safety Instructions normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment may require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the telephone to normal operation. E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged. F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance. 15. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 16.
Features E N G L I S H Handset 8. Emergency Memory Storage Buttons 1. Antenna/Visual Ringer/ New Call Indicator 9. Flash Button (FLASH) 2. 2.5 mm Headset Jack 10. Mute Button (MUTE) 3. Key Pad 11. Redial/Pause Button (RD/P) 4. Handset Charging Contacts 12. Temporary Tone Button (*) 5. Channel Button (CH) 13. Handset Ringer Off/On 6. Talk Button (TALK) 14. BOOST Clarity Power 7. Memory Button (MEM) 15.
Features Top of Base/Handset Back 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Visual Ringer Charging Contacts Base Antenna Power LED (RED) In Use/Charge LED (GREEN/RED) Page 1 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Features E N G L I S H Base Side and End 1. 2. 3. 4. Ringer Off/On Volume Up Volume Down Ring Style 5. 6. 7. 8.
Getting Started CHOOSING A LOCATION 1. This phone requires a modular phone jack (RJ11C) and a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 2. Plug the AC Adapter directly into outlet. USE ONLY WITH CLASS TWO POWER SOURCE PULSE/TONE BOOST ON/OFF 9VDC 500mA TEL 3. Do not plug other appliances into the same outlet or have outlet controlled by a wall switch. 4. Choose a location that is out of the way of normal activities. CAUTION: USE ONLY WITH CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE 9V DC, 400mA.
Getting Started 6. Set the TONE/PULSE switch located on the back of the base to correct dialing mode. Please check with your local Phone Company if uncertain of the type of service. 7. Place handset in the cradle to begin initial charging. WALL MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS The base unit may be mounted on a standard wall plate. 1.
Getting Started BATTERY INSTALLATION Handset Battery Charging The C430 uses a 3.6Volt 600mAHr NiMH rechargeable 3 cell (AAA Type) battery that is included with your unit. 1. Place the handset in the base. The CHARGE LED on the base will light RED. HANDSET BATTERY MUST BE CONNECTED BEFORE BEGINNING INITIAL CHARGING. 2. After the batteries are fully charged, check for dial tone by pressing TALK on the handset.
Getting Started Headset Jack Hearing Aid Compatibility You can use this telephone hands-free when you install a 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). To install, plug the headset into the HEADSET JACK at the top of the handset. The handset has a special coil inside of it to couple the sound to hearing aids equipped with T-Switches/T-Coils. While in headset mode, the volume of headset is controlled by the telephone and the handset’s earpiece and microphone are disconnected.
Feature Set-up HANDSET Set Up Mode NOTE: In Set Up, if there is no input within 30 seconds, the program will default to the last selection in that mode (e.g., Language) and the C430 will return to Standby. If at any time you want to exit Set Up and return to Standby, press FLASH. To enter Setup mode press and hold the CALL button for three (3) seconds. Setting Language Default: English 1. Press and hold CALL for three (3) seconds to enter the Set Up mode. The Caller ID display will read, “SET LANGUAGE.” 2.
Feature Set-up 3. Press CALL to confirm the selection. 4. Press the UP (▲) or DOWN (▼) to go to the next menu. If the CID mode is set to off, the LCD will display time and date and the display will read “CID IS OFF”. Setting Time and Date Default Time/Date “12:00 AM 01/01” The time-and-date stamp is automatically updated when the first incoming Caller ID call is received. If the time setting is lost during a power outage, the clock will flash when power received again. 1.
Feature Set-up Clarity Power Technology With the Clarity Power feature, the high frequency sounds are amplified more than the low frequency sounds so words are not just louder, but clearer and easier to understand. NOTE: If both handset and base ringer’s are set to OFF, the visual ringer will flash to indicate there is an incoming call. TELEPHONE BASE BOOST Clarity Power On/Off The C430 has a BOOST CLARITY POWER button that controls the loudness of the receiver.
Feature Set-up E N G L I S H Power button in order to gain the extra level of amplification. If the phone hangs up, the Clarity Power will reset to OFF. During a call, the BOOST Clarity Power button can toggle the Clarity Power function on or off according to the user’s needs. Pulse/Tone Slide the switch to the type of telephone service you have; tone for touch-tone service or pulse for rotary dialing.
Telephone Operations Placing a Call 1. Press the TALK button (TALK button will illuminate GREEN) and dial the number you wish to call. 2. To end the call press the TALK button or place the handset in the base. Answering a Call 1. Remove handset from base. You will automatically be connected. OR 2. Press the TALK button. Refer to BOOST Clarity Power and Volume Control for information on adjusting volume controls (Page 14).
Telephone Operations may be used when it is necessary to dial an access code (9, for example) and wait for a second dial tone before you can dial an outside number. Press the RD/P button at the required point during the memory storage process to program a pause. LCD Display Screen The LCD located on the back of the phone will display the number you are dialing and with Caller ID service displays information about the call before you answer.
Memory Storage Memory Storage Locations The C430 has ten (10) indirect or two touch memory locations on the telephone (0-9) that can be programmed to dial frequently called numbers of up to 16 digits. Three (3) Emergency Storage buttons are located on the handset. These storage buttons can be programmed with numbers of up to 16 digits. Storing Numbers into Memory: 1. Press the MEM button. 2. Dial the number you wish to store. 3. Press the MEM button again. 4.
Caller ID Operations IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to Caller ID Service from your local telephone company to utilize this feature. The LED in the handset antenna will illuminate RED to indicate a new call has been received. This telephone will automatically display an incoming caller’s name and telephone along with the date and time of the call. It will record up to fifty (50) calls and store the data into memory.
Caller ID Operations The REPEAT call icon will light if the C430 receives more than one call from the same number. There will be message to indicate end of CID list. 2. Press DEL to select. The display briefly reads, “CID ERASED.” The next Caller ID entry appears automatically or the dis play reads, “– NO CALLS –” if the list is empty. Placing a call from Caller ID List Phone numbers cannot be deleted while it is in the flashing mode. 1.
Care The C430 has been designed to give you years of dependable service with a minimum of care. To ensure the utmost in performance, follow these guidelines in caring for the unit: 1. Avoid dropping or knocking the unit. E N G L I S H not use detergents and avoid excess moisture. 3. The C430 is an electrical device. Avoid electric shock by keeping the phone away from water (i.e. bath room, kitchen sink, etc.) 2. Dust the unit regularly. Wipe the unit with a soft damp cloth.
Trouble Shooting Noise, Static, Interference or Other Calls Heard while Using the Handset: • Try changing channels. • Move closer to the base and try again. • Make sure the base antenna is in an upright position. • If moving closer does not work, you may have lost the security code. • Make sure you are in the usable range of the base station. • Reset code by placing the handset back on the base for 5-10 seconds. (See Security Code Section) • Make sure the handset battery is fully charged.
Regulatory Compliance Part 68 of FCC Rules Information a) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
Regulatory Compliance i) If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this telephone equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. j) This telephone equipment is hearing aid compatible. Customer-Owned Coin/Credit Card Phones: To comply with state tariffs, the telephone company must be given notification prior to connection.
Regulatory Compliance Industry Canada Technical Specifications This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
Warranty and Service The following warranty and service information applies only to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. For warranty information in other countries, please contact your local retailer or distributor. Limited Warranty Clarity, a division of Plantronics, Inc.
Warranty and Service How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service, please prepay shipment and return the unit to the appropriate facility listed below. In the United States Clarity Service Center 4289 Bonny Oaks Drive, Suite 106 Chattanooga, Tennessee 37406 Tel. : (423) 622-7793 or (800) 426-3738 Please use the original container, or pack the unit(s) in a sturdy carton with sufficient packing material to prevent damage. Include the following information: 1.
