CSC40 Amplified Telephone Installation Guide & User Manual
Congratulations on your purchase of the CSC40 Phone from ClearSounds Communications™. Please read this User Manual carefully in order to get the very best results from your telephone. Keep the manual near the telephone for easy reference. Please visit our web site at www.clearsounds.com to: Register your product Download additional manuals and trouble shooting tips Conditions for Use IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand the Installation Guide & User Manual.
Table of Contents Introduction Condition For Use Table of Contents Features & Functions Installation Steps Components (Parts check list) Installing the optional batteries Setting the dialing mode Phone mounting – desk & wall use Programming memory dial buttons Programming ringer – volume & style CSC40 Phone Operation Making & receiving a call Using the amplification function Volume, tone & amplification Volume reset override Outgoing speech volume Dialing stored numbers Last number redial Flash button Mute
Features & Functions 2. Visual Ring Indicator 1. M1 – M12 One-Touch Memory Dial Buttons 3. Erasable Phonebook Card 4. Tone Control 5. Volume Control 6. Amplify Button (ON/OFF) 7. Program (save) Button 8. Flash Button 9. Mute Button Figure #2 10. Redial Button 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 4 M1– M12 One-Touch Memory Dial Buttons - Page 12 Visual Ring Indicator - Page 10 Phonebook Insert Card - Page 11 Tone Control - Page 11 Volume Control - Page 11 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Installation Steps Installation of your ClearSounds™ CSC40 Phone is easy. There are some basic steps you need to take when you set-up your CSC40 for the first time. Check Parts list. • Install (4) AAA Alkaline batteries (not included). Batteries are required if you wish to increase the ringer level an additional 10 dB. • Set the dialing mode. • Choose desktop or wall mount. • Program your memory dial buttons. • Set ringer. • Set your volume and tone.
SETTING THE DIALING MODE Set the dial mode switch located on back of the phone to “T” if you have Touch-tone service or “P” for Pulse dialing if you have rotary dialing service. The default is set to “T” dialing switch mode. Please check with your local telephone company if uncertain of the type of service. (See diagram #2) DIAGRAM #2 – Dialing mode switch INTERNATIONAL PULSE SPEED SWITCH Set the International speed switch located on back of the phone to “600 mS”.
Wall Mount Use 1. Slide the handset hanger tab out and reverse it’s position (rotate it 180 degrees). Before sliding it back into place FLIP OVER the TAB so that the hook points up and away from the base (See diagram #4) This will keep the handset from falling out of the cradle when is mounted on the wall. 2. Plug the 8 inch phone cord into the telephone jack on the CSC40. 3. Insert the Wall Plate adapter (See diagram #5). Which will snap into place.
Note: Numbers will be lost after a few hours if you disconnect your phone. Entering a new number in the same location will automatically erase the previous number. DIAGRAM #7- Program button DIAGRAM #8 – Memory buttons DIAGRAM #9 – Telephone keypad Note: You may store in multiple pauses during programming by pressing the “REDIAL” button. Each pause is 2 seconds when inserted within the first digits and when inserted after the 5 digits.
Melody 1 Melody 2 Low 1 4 Mid 2 5 Melody 3 7 8 High 3 6 by default 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 9 CHART # 1 Lift the handset Press PROG button (See diagram #7) Press the “#” button Press any of the dial keys 1 - 9 (See diagram #9) The new ringer setting will be activated with the next incoming call. Your CSC40 is also equipped with a visual ringer, which flashes when the phone rings. (See page #4) NOTE: You may temporarily turn OFF the audible ringer by selecting the “0” key in the instructions above.
USING THE AMPLIFICATION FUNCTION Your CSC40 Phone is equipped with a specialized amplification function designed to fit your needs. You can adjust the volume and tone (sound frequency range) of the incoming voice by simply adjusting the controls located on the right side of the phone (See diagram #11) and using the AMPLIFY button (See diagram #12). When the AMPLIFY button is pressed, you will see the red light on the AMPLIFY button light up.
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” (See diagram #13). IMPORTANT: When the AUTO AMPLIFY switch is in the “ON” position, you do not need to press the AMPLIFY button. Your amplification setting will remain as set.
Last Number Redial The redial button is used to quickly redial the last number you dialed. 1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. 2. Press the “REDIAL” button (See diagram #16). The phone will redial up to 31 digits automatically. DIAGRAM #16 – Redial button Flash Button The FLASH button is used to disconnect a call and re-establish dial tone or to switch over to another caller if you use custom calling services such as Call Waiting or Three Way Calling.
Troubleshooting Guide No dial tone 1. Check that all phone cord connections (including the curly cord) are securely plugged into the telephone & wall jack. 2. Check that the phone is in the correct dialing mode, Tone (touch) or pulse (rotary). 3. Plug another phone into the wall jack to make sure your phone service is functioning properly. Call will not dial or dials very slowly 1. Check that the phone is in the correct dialing See diagrams #2, page 7 mode: Touch-Tone / Pulse Setting No audible ringer 1.
Maintenance and Care The CSC40 phone has been designed to give you years of dependable service. To ensure the utmost in performance, follow these guidelines in caring for your phone: 1. Avoid dropping or knocking the unit. 2. Dust the unit regularly. Unplug your phone and wipe with a soft slightly damp cloth to remove any dirt from it. To avoid damage, NEVER use an abrasive or strong solvent to clean any part of the phone. 3. Keep the phone out of direct sunlight. 4.
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. 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.
otherwise do not alter or repair any part of device except as specified. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation for information. j) NOTICE: If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of the CSC40 does not disable your alarm equipment.
