40XLC Amplified Telephone Installation Guide & User Manual Congratulations… You have just purchased the Most Remarkable Amplified Phone In The World!
Congratulations on your purchase of the 40XLC Amplified Phone from ClearSounds Communication. The 40XLC Phone has been designed specifically to meet your needs, blending an array of valuable features with simplicity and style. The 40XLC Phone is truly the Most Remarkable Amplified Phone In The World! This User’s Guide provides you with information to set-up and start using your 40XLC Phone. Please read these instructions thoroughly before using your telephone. Keep this manual for future reference.
Table Of Contents Components Conditions For Use Features & Functions Top View Left side, Right side & Back side Views Handset & Bottom View & Care of Phone LCD Screen Screen Display Installation Steps Installing the optional batteries Setting the dialing mode Programming ringer – volume & style Programming memory dial buttons Phone mounting – desk & wall use 40XLC Phone Operation Making & Receiving A Call Using the handset Using the speakerphone Using audio & telephone accessory jacks Using the amplificatio
Table Of Contents 40XLC Miscellaneous Feature Setting Set language Set area code / LDS code LCD screen contrast Date / Hour format Adjust number size Phone book Add new number/name Review /modify number/name Delete number Save number from Caller ID Dial from the phone book Recall/Delete one of the last 30 numbers dialed Auto On Hook Troubleshooting Guide Specifications FCC Regulatory Compliance Warranty and Service 4 Pages 26-27 Page 27 Page 28 Page 28 Page 29 Page 20 Page 30 Page 30 Page 30 Page 31 Page
Components Check to be sure you have all items that come with your telephone.
Conditions for Use Important Safety Instructions Read and understand the Installation Guide & User Manual. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to person, including the following. WARNING: The 40XLC Phone is capable of amplifying sounds to a loud volume. It is important to instruct all potential users of its proper operation.
Features & Functions Figure #2 10 20 5 1 2 3 4 22 6 7 8 9 24 11 21 12 13 19 17 16 15 14 18 23 1. C (delete) button 2. (up) button 3. (down) button 4. OK (accept) button 5. – Priority memory button – Priority memory button 6. 7. - Priority memory button 8. AMPLI – Amplification & tone activation button 9. Volume control 10. Tone control 11. M1 – M8 One-Touch memory dial buttons 12. PROG – Program (save) button 13. SPKR – Speakerphone button 14. – Headset button 15. MUTE button 16.
Features & Functions Figure #3 2 Left side 3 4 1 Right side Back 10 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 8 9 8 7 6 5 Speakerphone volume adjustment Outgoing speech volume select switch (LO/NORMAL/HI) Ringer Volume select switch (HI/LO/OFF) Ringer / shaker / strobe select mode Phone line jack AC power adapter jack Volume reset override switch (ON/OFF) Optional bed shaker jack Optional Audio/Neckloop jack (3.5mm jack) Optional Telephone jack (2.
Features & Functions Figure #4 Bottom 5 Handset 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Care of Phone Your telephone should be cleaned when necessary with a mild, non-abrasive detergent solution. Unplug your phone and use a slightly damp cloth to wipe dirt from it. To avoid damage, NEVER use an abrasive or strong solvent to clean any part of the phone. Keep the phone out of direct sunlight. Avoid placing the phone in extremely humid conditions. 2 1 3 4 9 8 Figure #5 5 7 6 Screen example (on hook position) 1. Hours 2. Minutes 3. Power network icon 4. Number of calls 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Installation Steps Installation of your ClearSounds™ 40XLC Amplified Phone is easy. There are some basic steps you need to take when you set-up your 40XLC Phone for the first time. 1. Check parts list. (See page #5 for complete list) 2. Install (4) AAA Alkaline batteries (not included). This provides power to the Caller ID Screen. 3. Set the dialing mode. 4. Choose desktop or wall mount. 5. Set ringer and auxiliary alert. 6. Program your memory dial buttons.
PROGRAMMING THE RINGER & AUXILIARY ALERT Ringer Volume: You can adjust the ringer volume of your 40XLC as high as 95+ dB. The ringer volume adjustment is located on the right side of the telephone. The settings are OFF, LO, HI, (See figure #8). Your phone comes with the ringer switched to HI. In additional to volume, you can adjust the tone or melody of the ring. : Off, : Low, : Hi Figure #8 – Ringer Volume Switch Ring Style: Your 40XLC Phone allows you to choose from four different ring tones.
Your 40XLC Phone is equipped with a bright STROBE light, which flashes a very bright strobe when the phone rings (See figure #10). It’s almost impossible to miss telephone calls when you select the Strobe Ringer. Figure #10 – Strobe Ringer (Flashing incoming call indicator) If you purchased the optional Bed Shaker, simply plug it into the shaker jack (See figure #11) and place it between your mattress and box spring.
To program your one-touch memory dial buttons please follow instructions below: 1. Lift the handset. 2. Press the PROG (program) button (See figure #13). 3. Using the keypad, dial the number you would like to save, including “1” and the area code (if applicable). (See figure #14). 4. Press one of the Priority or Memory Dial buttons (M1 – M8) located on top of the phone (See figure #15). Each button can be programmed (or reprogrammed using the same procedure) for a phone number. 5.
PHONE MOUNTING INSTALLATIONS The telephone may be placed on a shelf or table, or may be fixed to a wall using the mounting bracket. Plug the AC Adapter into the AC power back on the back of your phone, then into an electrical outlet or surge protector, if you are using one. NOTE: The adapter is required for the telephone to work correctly.
hole slots on the back of the phone. Slowly slide the phone down until it snaps into place (See figure #20). 6. Connect the handset coil cord (curly cord) to the handset and to the telephone. 7. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. If you hear a dial tone, your phone is ready to use. If there is no dial tone, check all your cords to make sure they are plugged in securely.
40XLC Phone Operation MAKING AND RECEIVING A CALL Making A Call Using The Handset 1. To make a call, lift the handset, listen for a dial tone and adjust your Volume & Tone Settings. (See pages 19-21 for details on the amplification functions) 2. To dial a number you can: a. Dial a number from the keypad b. Press one of the Priority or Memory dial buttons (See pages 13-14 for instructions on programming Priority/Memory Dial Buttons) c.
Receiving/Answering A Call Using The Speakerphone 1. Press the “SPKR” (speakerphone) button while the phone is ringing to answer. 2. Adjust the volume to fit your need (Same as above). 3. On completion of the call, press the “SPKR” button again. Switch between Handset and Speakerphone While on a handset call, press the “SPKR” button and replace the handset in the cradle. While on a speakerphone call, lift the handset.
a. If you are using the 3.5mm Audio/Neckloop Jack, and want to speak into the handset, lift the handset and speak into it. Adjust your volume. On completion of the call, carefully replace the handset in the cradle. b. If you are using the 3.5mm Audio/Neckloop Jack, and want to speak into the speakerphone, press the “SPKR” speakerphone button for hands-free operation, and talk into the speakerphone (the conversation will be heard through both your audio equipment and over the speakerphone).
2. Adjust the volume and tone to fit your needs by adjusting the VOLUME (See figure #25) and TONE (See figure #26) controls until you find the right levels for you. The Volume Control increases sound volume. Slide the Volume Control to the right to increase the volume and slide it to the left to decrease the volume. The Tone Control allows you to fit your specific hearing needs. Slide the Tone Control to the left to boost the lower frequency range.
the phone and alert other users that hearing damage can potentially result from misuse. Using the volume reset override In standard mode, the phone will reset to normal sound levels when you hang up. This allows people who do not require the level of amplification offered on the phone to use it. If you would like to override the reset, simply turn the AUTO AMPLIFY switch on the back of the phone to “ON” using the tip of a pencil or paper clip (See figure #28).
Tip: If you are using the boost feature along with the handset boost, we suggest you set the SPCH VOL switch to HI. Any time you utilize the maximum amplification for listening, it is normal for your outgoing speech volume to decrease. Therefore, it may be necessary to turn the Speech Volume to HI. Using The Last Number Redial The REDIAL button is used to quickly redial the last number you dialed. 1. Lift the handset, listen for the dial tone 2. Press REDIAL button.
Battery Low Indicator The battery power level icon is display on the screen when the AC adapter is not plugged in or during a power outage. This will let you see the status of battery power. As the batteries drain, the lines on the icon will disappear (See figure #32). When your AC adapter is plugged in or power is restored, you will see a plug icon rather than a battery icon (See figure #33).
NOTE: Those numbers can also be saved to your Phone Book (See pages 29-31 for instructions on setting up your phone book). NOTE: Your 40XLC stores up to 99 call records before the memory becomes full. When the next call comes in, the oldest record is automatically deleted. Call Counter Figure #35 – Caller ID Display If you answer a call before information appears on the screen, it will not be stored in the call history.
NOTE: The red flashing light will return with your next missed call, next call with Caller ID information or if you receive a message through Message Waiting Service. Figure #35 - New Call/ Message Waiting Indicator Remove Call Record From The Caller ID List Remove A Specific Call Record In the hook position, 1. Using the or arrow buttons to move into the list and select the required number to delete. 2. Press the C button. 3. The screen displays <>. 4. Press the C button to confirm. 5.
Turn ON The Call Waiting Caller ID Feature In the hook position, 1. Press the MUTE button to access the Programming Menu. 2. Using the or buttons, highlight <>. 3. Press the OK button to confirm. 4. Using the or arrow buttons, scroll to select <>. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Using the arrow buttons to select <> or <> to activate or deactivate the function. 7. Press the OK button to confirm. 8. Press the C button twice to exit.
In the hook position, 1. Press the MUTE button to access the Programming Menu. or arrow buttons, highlight/select <>. 2. Using the 3. Press the OK button to confirm. 4. Using the or arrow buttons to select <>. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Using the arrow buttons to select the language you would like to set <> (for example) 7. Press the OK button. 8. Press the C button twice to exit.
LCD / Screen Contrast Adjustment You can adjust the contrast on the LCD screen to darken or lighten the screen. Your screen has a backlight that automatically switches off after 15 seconds of inactivity. In the hook position, 1. Press the MUTE button to access the Programming Menu. 2. Using the or arrow buttons, highlight <>. 3. Press the OK button to confirm. 4. Using the or arrow buttons to select <>. 5. Press the OK button. 6.
DIM: X------x This feature allows you to change the number of digits that can be displayed on the screen. If the DIM:X function is activated, the maximum number of digits that can be shown is 18. If it is deactivated, the maximum number of digits is 8. It is set to display 18 digits. We suggest you leave the DIM:X activated as the caller’s complete number will not appear on the screen if it is deactivated. In the hook position, 1. Press the MUTE button to access the Programming Menu. 2.
To Review / Modify A Number/Name In Your Phone Book: In the hook position, 2. Press the MUTE button to access the Programming Menu. 3. Using the or arrow buttons, highlight <>. 4. Press the OK button to confirm. 5. Using the or arrow buttons, scroll to select <>. 6. Press the OK button. 7. Using the arrow buttons to locate the number you want to review. 8. Press and Hold the OK button. The last digit in the phone number will be flashing. This indicates you are in the modification mode.
To Dial A Number From The Phone Book: In the hook position, 1. Press the MUTE button to access the Special Feature Menu. 2. Using the or arrow buttons, highlight <>. 3. Press the OK button to confirm. 4. Using the or arrow buttons, scroll to select <>. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Use the arrow buttons to locate the number you wish to dial. 7. Either pick-up the handset, press the SPKR (speakerphone) button or, if you are (headset) button.
4. Using the arrow buttons, choose <> or <>. 5. Press the OK button. 6. Press the C button twice to exit. Troubleshooting Guide No dial tone 1. Check that all phone cord connections (including the curly cord) and AC Adapter are securely plugged into the telephone & wall jack. 2. Check that the phone is in the correct dialing mode, Touch-Tone / Pulse Setting. 3. Plug another phone into the jack to make sure your phone service is functioning properly. Call will not dial or dials very slowly 1.
Difficulty storing numbers in memory 1. Make sure you are pressing the correct sequence of buttons for storing numbers. 2. If you are interrupted by the telephone company’s recorded announcement telling you to hang up or by a loud buzzing noise, ignore and continue to store the numbers. Or hang up and store the number without lifting the handset or temporarily disconnect the telephone line until you have programmed in all the numbers. No numbers dialed when memory button is pressed 1.
Power Requirements: AC Power Adapter: Input: 120 VAC, 60Hz, 26W. Output: 12V DC 1000 mA Batteries: (4) AAA Alkaline batteries (not included) FCC Registration Notice THE INFORMATION INFORMING THE USER OF HIS/HER AND THE TELEPHONE COMPANY’S RIGHT AND OBLIGATION IS OUTLINED BELOW. a) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA.
network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. h) Please follow instructions for repairing if any (e.g. battery replacement section); otherwise do not alter or repair any part of device except as specified. i) Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation for information.
