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TABLE OF CONTENTS PRIOR TO USE Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 6................... Congratulations 6-8................ Important Safety Instructions 9-13............. Location of Controls 13-16........... Key Descriptions 16-17........... Handset LCD Icon Descriptions 17-20........... Installation Steps 20................. Hearing Aid and Cochlear Implant Users BASE SPEAKERPHONE OPERATION MENU NAVIGATION Pg. 22-23........... Menu Map LCD DISPLAY Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 23-24........... Language 24............
Pg. 37-38........... One-Touch Memory Pg. 39-40........... Mute, Hold, Redial CALLER ID (CID) Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 41................. Receiving & Storing Caller ID Records 41................. Talking Caller ID 42-43........... Caller ID on Call Waiting 42................. Review Caller ID 42................. Dial from Caller ID 42-43........... Delete Caller ID 43................. Store Caller ID PHONEBOOK Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 44................. Add Phonebook Entries 45.................
LCD DISPLAY Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 54................. Set Contrast 55................. Set Date & Time 56................. LCD Descriptions 56................. Reviewing Voice Mail HANDSET SETTINGS Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 56-57........... Ringer Setting 58................. Auto Answer 58-59........... Keypad Tones Setting 59................. Language Setting 60................. Talking Set-up BASIC PHONE FUNCTIONS Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 61-62........... Amplification 62-63........... Speakerphone 63............
ADDITIONAL HANDSET FUNCTIONS Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 75................. Paging 75................. Key Lock 75-76........... Alarm 76................. Torch PHONE ANSWERING MACHINE (TAM) Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 77................. Turn On/Off 78-86........... TAM Settings 86................. Record a Memo 87................. Security ID/PIN & Remote Access TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Pg. 88-90 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Pg. 91 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Important FCC Information for Customers Pg. 92-93 INDUSTRY CANADA Pg.
PRIOR TO USE Congratulations on your purchase of the A1600 phone from ClearSounds Communications®. Please read this User Manual carefully in order to get the best use out of your new phone. This phone is designed for individuals with mild to severe hearing loss. Keep this manual near the phone for easy reference. Please visit our website at www.clearsounds.com to register your product, download additional manuals and review troubleshooting tips.
use this product near water (For example, near a bathtub, wash basin, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool) while in the bathtub or shower or when you are wet. If the phone becomes submerged in water, do not attempt to retrieve it until after you have unplugged the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and the line cord from the modular wall jack. Do not plug the phone back in until it has dried completely. WARNING: Avoid using the phone during electrical storms.
and insert the rechargeable batteries in accordance with the polarity symbols. Use only batteries identified as acceptable and never use alkaline batteries, which can cause personal injury as well as damage to the unit. Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) This phone meets the FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility. IMPORTANT: YOUR RECEIPT IS PART OF YOUR WARRANTY AND MUST BE RETAINED AND PRODUCED IN THE EVENT OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS █ LOCATION OF CONTROLS HANDSET Visual Phone Ringer & Amplify Indicator Light Earpiece (4)1-Touch Memory Dial Keys Left Soft Key Up/Caller ID Key Large LCD/Caller ID Screen Left/Intercom Key Right Soft Key Right/Redial Key Dial/ Speakerphone Key Down/Phonebook Key End Key Lighted Keypad Star Key Hash (Pound) Key Microphone Speaker Carrying Clip Battery Compartment Cover Charging Contacts 9 – ENGLISH
LEFT SIDE OF HANDSET Vol+/Vol- Key (Handset Volume) Phone (2.
Headset & Neckloop Volume Control Large LCD/ Caller ID Screen Left Soft Key Headset & Neckloop Tone Control Up/Down Scroll Speaker Lighted Keypad (8) 1-Touch Photo Memory Dial Prog- Program Key Emergency memory key Amplify Activation key Redial Key Microphone Speakerphone Key 11 – ENGLISH
BACK SIDE OF BASE Port for (optional) ClearSounds Bed Shaker Shaker/Strobe Ringer Select Amplification Reset Override Switch for Headset & Neckloop (ON/OFF) AC Power Adapter Jack Phone Line Cord Jack LEFT SIDE OF BASE Audio (3.5mm) Headset / Neckloop Jack Telephone (2.
UNDERSIDE OF BASE Back Light ON/OFF Switch Empty Compartment Memory Card █ KEY DESCRIPTIONS HANDSET Dial Key Make/Answer a call Activates the speakerphone if pressed during a call, as described on page 62. End Key Long press to activate power on/off, as described on page 58. Navigation Key: Up scroll for lists and menu options Increase the earpiece/speakerphone volume during a call Enter the Caller ID (CID) book, as described on page 69.
Soft Keys Two soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each of the soft keys (on the bottom line of the display). Functions displayed above the soft key will change as you move through the menu. One-touch memories Store up to 4 numbers for one-touch memory dialing, as described on page 65. Star Key Press and hold to turn on/off keypad lock function, as described on page 75. 0 Key Press and hold to activate the shaker and visual ringer function, as described on page 57.
Speaker Key Make/Answer/End a call Activates the speakerphone if pressed during a call, as described on page 36. Soft Keys Two soft keys are used to select functions displayed directly above each of the soft keys (on the bottom line of the display). Functions displayed above the soft key will change as you move through the menu. Up/Down Keys Scroll for menu options. Enter the CID book, as described on page 42. Volume Up/Down Key Use to adjust the volume of the ringer, talking dialing and talking Caller ID.
BASE ANSWERING MACHINE Play/Stop Key Press to start or stop the Message or Memo playing Skip Key Press to play the next message Repeat Key Press once to play the current message Press twice to play the previous message Delete Key While playing an incoming message, press and hold this key to delete the current message. When the answering machine is ON, press and hold this key to delete all of the messages.
Battery (top right) Indicates battery charge level Shaker (top center) Indicates the shaker and visual ringer are enabled, as described on page 57. Signal (top left) Indicates the current signal strength. If the handset is too far from the base, this icon will blink on the LCD. Alarm (top center) Appears when you set an alarm to ring at a specific time, as described on page 75. Keypad Lock (top left) Appears when the keypad is locked, as described on page 75.
█ PARTS CHECKLIST Check the contents of the box - The A16000 should contain: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Phone base Cordless Handset Batteries Phone Line Cords AC Adapter Carrying Clip User Manual 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 █ PHONE INSTALLATION The phone should be located in an area where it is easy to see the visual display and lighted ringer. Choose an area near a phone wall jack (RJ11C) and power outlet.
Installing Batteries Three AAA re-chargeable Ni-MH batteries come with your phone. You must install the handset batteries before using your phone. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding it downwards. 2. Insert the new batteries. Be sure to observe battery polarity as imprinted on the inside of the compartment. 3.
Using the Handset Carrying Clip You may choose to use the optional belt clip provided with your handset. 1. To attach, slide the belt clip down onto the grooves. Press the tabs on the belt clip into the slots to attach. 2. To remove, insert a screwdriver along the edge of one of its “arms” and release the clip and then lift it off. █ Using your Phone with Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants Your phone can be used with hearing aids and cochlear implants equipped with a telecoil (T-coil).
To Access a MENU Option 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. To scroll through menu options, press or repeatedly. The menu item that is currently selected will be highlighted. 3. When the desired menu item is highlighted, press  under the word Select or Save. 4. Repeat if necessary. To Access a MENU Option Press  under the word Back or Exit on the screen from any menu and the phone returns to the previous screen.
MENU MAP – this identifies how the menu is displayed for navigation Main Menu Submenu I PhoneBook (PhoneBk) (p. 43) Options (p. 45) Set Display (p. 23) Set Language (p. 23) Set Phone (p. 28) Submenu II Play Voice Record Voice Erase Voice Edit Erase Set Contrast (p. 24) Level 1-7 Dim: X--->x (p. 24) On or Off Hour Format (p. 25) 12 hour clock or 24 hour clock Date Format (p. 25) MM/DD or DD/MM Set Ring (p. 28) Ringer Volume Ringer Tone Keypad Tones ON or OFF Call Waiting (p.
Main Menu TAM setup (p. 77) Submenu I Submenu II TAM ON/OFF (p. 77) Outgoing Msg (p. 80) Play OGM Record OGM Change OGM Erase OGM Ring Number (p.78) Security ID (p. 87) 2,4,6,8, toll saver ICM Voice Slow (p. 86) ON or OFF LCD DISPLAY Reminder: Press  under the word Back or Exit from any menu to return to the previous screen. Otherwise, after 20 seconds, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed.
5. Select the desired language and then press  the word Select. under To go back to the English menu if you can’t read the current language displayed: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press the right soft key ( ). Press the left soft key ( ). Press the left soft key ( ). Press or to find “English” in the list of languages. Press the left soft key ( ) to save the setting. Contrast Setting 1. Press under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press under the word Select to access Set Display. 3.
If you have Caller ID service, the date and hour will be automatically set when you receive your first call. If you currently do not have Caller ID service through your phone company, please follow the directions below. You can change the format of the time and date to your preference. Hour Format Setting 1. Press under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press under the word Select to access Set Display. 3. Press or to scroll to Hour Format and then press  under the word Select.
Note: If you select 12 - Hour clock, AM/PM will appear at the right of the time in standby mode. If you select 12 – Hour, you will still need to enter the time in the 24 – Hour format. █ LCD Descriptions Your A1600 base has a large LCD screen that provides useful information. Your screen has a backlight that automatically switches off after 15 seconds of inactivity. You may permanently turn ON the LCD backlight by using the switch on the back of the display and select the ON position.
When a new call comes in, the screen will display the caller’s phone number and/or name (provided that you subscribe to this service through your local telephone provider). Shows the total and new calls to be reviewed. In the example, there are 16 calls in total, which includes 12 new calls. Shows the total of new messages. In the example, there are 2 new messages and the display will show MSG 02.
Note: You may permanently turn off the red flashing visual indicator for both message waiting and new calls by simply setting the indicator to the OFF position (this switch is located on the right side of the telephone). PHONE BASE SETTINGS Reminder: Press  under the word Back from any menu to return to the previous screen. Otherwise, after 20 seconds, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed.
In standby mode, you can adjust the ringer volume by using the Volume Control V- or V+ on the right side of the phone. The display will show the current level. For example: Volume 3. You will also hear the audible ringer at each level you select. Visual Ringer & Shaker Option Your phone is equipped with a bright LED light that can flash a very bright light when the phone rings. If you have selected the LED light to be ON, it will flash on all volume levels. Your phone is equipped with a 3.
█ Dialing Mode Setting Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for touch-tone service. Should you need to change this setting based on the type of phone service you have, use Tone for touch-tone service or Pulse for rotary dialing. NOTE: If you are not sure which dialing mode to select, please contact your local phone service provider. To change this setting: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2.
Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for Caller ID on Call Waiting ON. To change this setting: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press to scroll to Set Phone and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press to scroll to Call Waiting and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press or to choose between ON/OFF to activate/ deactivate the call waiting function and then press  under the word Select.
█ Talking Dialing Setting Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for Talking Dialing Mode set to OFF. This feature allows you to pre-dial the number you wish to call and you will hear the number announced as you dial as well as display the numbers on the LCD. To change this setting: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press or to scroll to Set Talk and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press  under the word Select to access DIALING TALKING. 4.
To change this setting: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press or to scroll to Set Talk and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press or to scroll to REVIEW TALKING and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press or to select ON/OFF to activate/deactivate the talking review function and then press  under the word Select. BASIC PHONE FUNCTIONS █ Using the Hands-Free Headset or Audio Jack Your phone is equipped with 2 Headset jacks and 1 Audio Neckloop Jack.
To use the cordless handset headset jack: As soon as you plug your headset into the headset jack on the cordless handset, it will be activated. To use the base audio neckloop jack: 1. Plug your neckloop, headphones, headset or other accessory into the base Audio jack. 2. If you want to speak into the handset, lift the handset, listen for dial tone and dial the number. Speak into the handset and adjust your volume. To end the call, replace the handset to the base. 3.
Using the Amplification Reset Override Switch (located on the back of the base) The ClearSounds® A1600 is designed with unique features to protect users from being exposed to dangerous sound levels. You are able to switch between automatic or manual amplification, and you should select the setting that best suits your needs. Set ON – When the Amplification Reset Override Switch  is set to ON, the amplify function will be ON every time a call starts.
█ Using your Base Speakerphone When using the speakerphone, you can enjoy the convenience of hands-free conversation. For optimal speakerphone performance, avoid the following: • Areas with high background noise (The microphone might pick up these sounds and prevent the speakerphone from going into the receiving mode when you finish talking). • Surfaces affected by vibration. • Recessed areas such as in a corner, under a cupboard, or next to a cabinet, which can generate an echo effect.
Dialing from Standby Mode You can enter the desired phone number in standby mode, which allows you to verify the number before dialing. If you have the TALKING DIALING function turned ON, the number will be announced as you dial (see page 32 for more information). Follow these steps: 1. Enter a telephone number (up to 32 digits) and verify it is correct. If you make a mistake while entering a number, press  under the word Clear to delete it. 2.
Method 2: 1. Use the keypad to enter the number you want to store. You can use  under the word Clear to edit the number. 2. Press and hold one of the Memory dial keys for at least 2 seconds, and the display will show the number you have entered. Press  under the word Save. 3. The display will show “Name:” Enter the name you want to use and then press  under the word Save (see page 44). 4. The display will show the list of ring tones to select from. Press or to select the desired ring tone.
█ Mute Setting During a conversation, you can temporarily switch your phone’s microphone off to have a private, off-line conversation by using the mute feature. The party on the phone cannot hear you but you can hear them. A conversation can be muted while using the handset, speakerphone or hands-free headset feature. To mute your call any time during the conversation: 1. Press  under the word Mute on the screen once. “Mute” appears on the base LCD. 2.
Use Redial List Options You can add a number to the phonebook from your redial list or delete a number in your redial list. 1. Press the Redial key in standby mode. 2. Scroll to the desired number by using or . 3. When the number appears on the display, press  under the word Options to choose the desired option: • Store: allows you to add the number to the phonebook. To add, follow instructions in “Adding Phonebook Entries” on page 44. • Erase: allows you to delete the selected number.
█ Receiving CID Records When you receive a call, the Caller ID information is transmitted between the first and second ring. The Caller ID information appears on the display while the phone rings, giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to answer the call. █ Storing CID Records Your base telephone’s Caller ID memory stores the data for the 20 most recent calls received. When the 21st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted.
1. When you are on existing call, a tone will emit, and the Caller ID displays the incoming caller’s information. 2. Press the Call Waiting key to put the current call on hold and answer the second caller. 3. If the second call is not answered, the Caller ID information will be transferred into the Caller log. The caller information is considered “old”. 4. When you have finished with the second call, press the Call Waiting key to resume your conversation with the first caller.
Deleting All Caller List Records 1. Press or to locate any record. 2. Press  under the word Options and press to scroll to Erase all and press  under the word Select. 3. The display will show “Erase all?”. Press  under the word Yes to confirm or  under the word No to cancel. The display will show “Empty List”. Storing Caller List Records 1. Use or to locate the record. 2. Press  under the word Options and use to move to Store and press  under the word Select. 3. The number will appear on the display.
Character Map To enter a specific alphanumeric character, press the relevant key one or more times for the required character according to the following table: once for the first character, twice for the second and so on. Clarification: • If you want to shift the case between upper and lower, between entering letters, press the * key. • When entering the same letter twice or a different letter with same key, wait for a few seconds for the cursor to move automatically and then select the next letter.
█ Using a Pause (used when entering a phonebook entry or photo memory key) You can insert one 3 second pause into dialing or memory storage in order to access custom and telebanking services, long distance, calling cards, etc. Press the Redial key at the desired point in the number to insert the pause and the letter P will appear at the pause entry. █ Viewing Phonebook Entries 1. Press  under the word PhoneBk to enter the phonebook. 2. Press or repeatedly until you reach the desired entry. 3.
Edit: allows you to edit the selected entry Erase: allows you to delete the selected entry Note: After editing the name, you need to press the to edit the number. Note: If you record a voice prompt for an entry, an icon will appear before the name of the entry. • • SETTING UP YOUR CORDLESS HANDSET MENU NAVIGATION Screen Navigation If you press  under the word Back on the screen from any menu, the phone returns to the previous screen. To return to the main screen at any time, press  .
MENU MAP – this identifies how the menu is displayed for navigation Main Menu Call List (Caller ID Book) (p. 69) Submenu I Submenu II Add to PB (Phonebook) (p. 70) Delete (p. 69) Delete All (p. 70) Phonebook (PB)(p. 71) Add (p. 72) View (p. 72) Edit (p. 72) Delete (p. 73) Delete All (p. 74) PB Status (p. 74) PB Record (p. 73) BS (Base) Settings Delete HS (p. 50) Dial Mode (p. 52) Flash Time (p. 53) Modify PIN (Personal Identification Number) (p. 54) HS (Handset) Settings Alarm (p. 75) Ring Setup (p.
Main Menu HS (Handset) Settings (Continued) Submenu I Date & Time (p. 55) Selected Base (p. 51) Submenu II Date Format DD-MM-YY MM-DD-YY Time Format 12 HR 48 HR Set Time Set Date Registration (p. 49) ANS. Machine (p. 77) same as TAM setup (see below) TAM setup (p. 77) MSG Playback (p. 84) Delete All (p. 85) Memo (p. 86) TAM On/Off (p. 77) TAM Settings (p. 78) 48 – ENGLISH Answer Mode (p. 79) TAM Language (p. 79) Announce (p. 80) Set Ring (p. 78) Record Time (p. 78) Change PIN (p.
HANDSET SET UP Reminder: Press  under the word Back on the screen from any menu to return to the previous screen. To return to the main screen, press  . Otherwise, after 30 seconds, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed. █ Registering the Handset The supplied handset is already registered to the base unit, and you can register up to 4 additional handsets to the base. 1.
█ Handset Name This feature allows you to give each registered handset a name in order to easily recognize each handset if you have more than one registered to the base. To set the handset name: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press up or down to scroll to HS Name and then press  under the word Select. 4.
Note: If you selected the current handset or a non-registered handset, a warning tone will be heard. █ Base Selection This function allows you to select a base from those already registered to the handset. To select a base: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press up or down to scroll to Selected Base and then press  under the word Select. 4.
█ Out of Range Alarm This function allows you to know when the handset is out of range of the base, and a beep will sound. Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for Out of Range Alarm ON. To change this setting: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press up or down  to scroll to Tone Setup and then press  under the word Select. 4.
█ Call Waiting (Flash) Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for Flash Time to 600ms. Flash timing is the signaling process that tells the phone system when a phone is on hook or off hook. The United States uses a 600ms timing sequence. The European Union uses a 300ms timing sequence. You can choose from 100ms, 300ms or 600ms. To change this setting: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2.
█ Modify PIN (Personal Identification Number) Your ClearSounds® A1600 is equipped with a PIN, which is used when re-setting the handset to factory default settings. The default PIN is 0000. We suggest that you do not change the PIN from 0000, but if you need to change the PIN: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to BS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3.
Date & Time Format Settings If you have Caller ID service, the date and hour will be automatically set when you receive your first call. If you currently do not have Caller ID service through your phone company, please follow the directions below. You can change the format of the time and date to your preference. under the word Menu on the screen to display 1. Press  the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3.
█ LCD Descriptions Your ClearSounds® A1600 has a large LCD screen that provides useful information. Your screen has a backlight that automatically switches off after 10 seconds of inactivity. See page 16 for LCD Window Icons Descriptions █ Reviewing Voice Mail Messages You must subscribe to Voice Mail from your phone service provider to use this feature. NOTE: You are not able to utilize voice mail and the built-in answering machine at the same time.
1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press down to scroll to Ring Setup and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press  under the word Select to select INT Ring or press down to select EXT Ring, and then press  under the word Select. 5. Press up or down to select the ring tone from Melody 1-Melody 10. When adjusting the Melody, the handset plays the selected melody. 6.
█ Turning the Handset “Power On/Off” Mode The A1600 handset can be turned to “Power Off” mode, which can be a convenient way to prevent the phone from ringing without having to change the ringer setting. When you turn the handset to “Power Off” mode, calls can’t be made or received until you turn the power back “On”. 1. In Standby Mode (not during a live call): 2. To turn the handset “Off”, simply press and hold  until the display turns off. 3. To turn the handset “On”, you can either: 4.
1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to HS Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press up or down to select Tone Setup and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press  under the word Select again to select Key Tone. 5. Press up or down to select On or Off to activate/ deactivate the audible tone function and then press  under the word Select.
4. Press down 3 times. 5. Press the Left soft key (  ). 6. Press up  or down to find “English” in the list of languages. 7. Press the Left soft key (  ) to save the setting. █ Talking Keypad Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for Talking Dialing Mode set to OFF This feature allows you to predial the number you wish to call and you will hear the number announced as you dial as well as display the numbers on the LCD. To change this setting: 1.
BASIC PHONE FUNCTIONS █ Using the Handset Amplification Function Your ClearSounds® A1600 is equipped with a specialized amplification function designed to adjust to your needs. Flexibility in the management of amplification and tone is important when trying to achieve listening clarity. Be sure to try all levels of amplification and tone to find the best level for your hearing needs. Without pressing the AMP (Amplify) key, the handset provides some volume and tone control.
Set OFF – When the Amplification Feature is set to OFF, the amplify function will be OFF every time a call starts. This allows people who do not require the level of amplification offered on the phone to use it. Every time a call starts, the user will need to press the AMP key in order to gain the extra level of amplification and tone control. When the phone hangs up, the amplify setting will reset to OFF. Your ClearSounds® A1600 comes from the factory preset for Auto Amplification set to OFF.
For optimal speakerphone performance, avoid the following: • Areas with high background noise (The microphone might pick up these sounds and prevent the speakerphone from going into the receiving mode when you finish talking). • Surfaces affected by vibration. • Recessed areas such as in a corner, under a cupboard, or next to a cabinet, which can generate an echo effect. █ Answering a Call from the Cordless Handset Cordless Handset out of the base 1. To answer a call, press  and speak into the handset. 2.
Dialing from Standby Mode You can enter the desired phone number in standby mode, which allows you to verify the number before dialing. If you have the TALKING DIALING function turned ON, the number will be announced as you dial (see page 60 for more information). Follow these steps: 1. In standby mode, dial the number you want to call (up to 32 digits). To insert a pause, press right . If you make a mistake while entering a number, press  under the word Erase to delete it. 2.
Storing M1-M4 Memory Numbers 1. Press the memory key (M1-M4) in standby mode. 2. The display shows “Number ?” Enter the desired number (up to 24 digits) and you can press  under the word Erase to erase digit(s). Then press  under the word Save. 3. Press up or down to select from Melody 1 through Melody 10 and then press under the word Select. 4. Repeat if necessary. Note: These will appear as the first four entries in your phonebook.
█ Redial Function - Handset The Redial key is used to quickly redial the last number you dialed. 1. Press right on the navigation key in standby mode. The LCD displays the last number you dialed. 2. Press  to dial. Dial from the Redial Book You can retrieve the last 10 numbers you have dialed and redial them quickly. 1. Press right on the navigation key in standby mode. 2. If you want to scroll through the redial book, press up  or down until you find the number you want to dial. 3. Press  to dial.
CALLER ID (CID) OPERATION Reminder: Press  under the word Back on the screen from any menu to return to the previous screen. To return to the main screen, press  . Otherwise, after 30 seconds, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed. In order to utilize the Caller ID features, you must subscribe to Caller ID service through your local phone provider.
█ Caller ID on Call Waiting When you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your local phone provider, the phone will display the Caller ID information of the second call while you are on the first call. 1. When you are on existing call, a tone will emit, and the Caller ID displays the incoming caller’s information. 2. Press  under the word Flash to put the current call on hold and answer the second caller. 3.
█ Caller ID List Viewing the Caller List As calls are received and stored, the  icon is displayed on the LCD. If the Caller ID memory is full, the icon will flash on the LCD. Records will be listed in the order they were received. To scroll through the CID records: Method 1: From the main screen, press up to access the CID Book. Press up or down to scroll through the entries. Press up to review the newest CID record and press down  to review the oldest CID record first.
3. Press up or down to locate the desired record and press  under the word More. 4. Press down to select Delete and then press  under the word Select. You will hear a confirmation beep and the LCD will display the next record. 5. Continue to select records to delete. Deleting All Caller List Records 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press  under the word Select to select CID List. 3. Press  under the word More. 4.
PHONEBOOK OPERATION Reminder: Press  under the word Back on the screen from any menu to return to the previous screen. To return to the main screen, press  . Otherwise, after 30 seconds, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed. The built-in phonebook allows you to store frequently used numbers so that you can easily make a call without having to remember or enter the phone number. You can store up to 50 numbers in the phonebook.
█ Adding Phonebook Entries 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press down to choose Phonebook and then press  under the word Select. 3. The display shows the first entry already in the Phonebook. 4. Press  under the word Select and the display shows “Add”. Press  under the word Select. 5. The display shows “Name?”. Enter the name you want to use and then press  under the word Save. The display shows “Number?”.
█ Dialing a Number from the Phonebook 1. In standby mode, press down to enter the phonebook. 2. Press up  or down to scroll through the list until the desired entry is displayed. You can also press the first letter of the contact name using the keypad and the LCD will display the corresponding section of your phonebook and you can press up or down to find the desired entry. 3. Press  or press  under the word Dial. █ Using Phonebook Options Editing (name, number, ring tone) 1.
Deleting Note: If you choose Delete All, all of your phonebook entries will be deleted. 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press down  to select Phonebook and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press up  or down repeatedly until the entry you want to delete displays, and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press up or down to scroll to Delete and then press  under the word Select. The entry will be deleted and the display will show the next entry.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS █ Paging You can page the handset from the base unit to help locate the handset. Press  on the base (hold for less than 5 seconds) and all of the handsets registered to the base will ring for about 1 minute. To stop paging, press  on the base again or press any key on the handset. Note: If you hold  for more than 5 seconds, the base will enter registration mode. █ Key Lock You can lock all keys on the keypad except for the M1 – M4 memory dial keys.
5. Use the keypad to enter the time (If your time is set to the 12 – Hour format, you will still need to enter the time in the 24 – Hour format. Press  under the word Select. 6. The display shows Snooze. Press  under the word Select to turn Snooze On or Off. 7. Press up  or down  to select On or Off and then press under the word Select. 8. When the alarm sounds, press any key to switch it off. If you have selected Snooze On, the alarm will ring every 11 minutes.
SETTING UP YOUR ANSWERING MACHINE TELEPHONE ANSWERING MACHINE (TAM) OPERATION Speakerphone Reminder: Press  under the word Back from any menu to return to the previous screen. Otherwise, after 20 seconds, the phone will automatically return to the main screen from any menu if no key is pressed. Handset Reminder: Press  under the word Back from any menu to return to the previous screen. To return to the main screen, press  .
█ TAM Settings Rings to Answer This is the number of rings after the answering machine takes an incoming call and plays your outgoing message. You can select from 2 to 6 rings or toll saver mode. If you select Toll Saver, the unit answers after the 2nd ring if there are new messages waiting or after the 6th ring if there are no new messages waiting. To change the ring number: Using the Base: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2.
1. Press  under the word TAM to display the TAM main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to TAM Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press up or down to select Record Time and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press up or down  to select the record time (60S, 120S, 180S or Unlimited) and then press  under the word Select. Voice Prompt Language (announces answering machine functions) The handset supports 3 predefined languages: English, French & Spanish.
1. Press  under the word TAM to display the TAM main menu list. 2. Press up or down to scroll to TAM Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press  under the word Select to choose Answer Mode. 4. Press up  or down to select ANS & REC or Answer Only and then press under the word Select. Note: The Answer only message will be played if your answering machine becomes full.
Using the base to record “ANS & REC” (called Recorded OGM): 1. Press under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press to scroll to TAM setup and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press to choose Outgoing Msg and then press under the word Select. 4. Press to choose Record OGM and then press  under the word Select. Speak clearly into the microphone, which is located below the Redial button. The display will show “Recording”. 5. You can record your OGM after the tone.
7. The announcement will be played back immediately. If you do not like your message, record your announcement again or restore it to the default one. Play Announcement Method 1: Using the Handset 1. Press  under the word TAM to display the TAM main menu list. 2. Press up  or down to scroll to TAM Settings and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press down to select Announce and then press  under the word Select. 4.
Restore Default Announcement(s) 1. You must use the base to restore the default announcement(s). 2. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 3. Press or to scroll to TAM setup and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press to choose Outgoing Msg and then press  under the word Select. 5. Press or to choose Erase OGM and then press  under the word Select. 6. You will hear a confirmation beep and the recorded OGM is now deleted and the original default message returns.
Play Messages When a call is received and the TAM is ON and ANS & REC is selected, the machine will play the outgoing message, and then perform message recording. The process is as follows: After ringing N times, the phone enters answer-record mode automatically and starts to play the outgoing message. The caller can record after the tone. Using the Handset: under the word TAM to display the TAM main 1. Press  menu list. 2. Press  under the word Select to select MSG Playback. 3.
Method 2: Using the Base Play/Stop Key Press to start or stop the Message or Memo playing Skip Key Press to play the next message Repeat Key Press once to play the current message Press twice to play the previous message Delete Key While playing an incoming message, press and hold this key to delete the current message. When the answering machine is ON, press and hold this key to delete all of the messages.
█ Message Playback Speed You can slow down the playback speed of Incoming Messages (ICM). To change this setting (through the base only): 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press or to scroll to TAM setup and then press  under the word Select. 3. Press or to choose ICM Voice Slow and then press  under the word Select. 4. Press or to choose On or Off and then press  under the word Save.
█ Security ID/PIN & Remote Access Security ID/PIN To operate your answering machine remotely, you will need to enter the Security ID/PIN. For security reasons, you should change this code (the default one is 0000): For more details on how to use remote access, please refer to Remote Access listed below. To change your Security ID/PIN: Using the Base: 1. Press  under the word Menu on the screen to display the main menu list. 2. Press or to scroll to TAM setup and then press  under the word Select. 3.
Remote Access You can access many features of your answering machine remotely from any touch tone phone. A four-digit Security ID/ PIN is required to access the system and the factory default code is 0000. To enter remote access: Dial your phone number from any touch tone phone. When the Announce1/Announce2 message starts to play, you may enter the remote access mode by inputting a and then the Security ID/PIN. If you enter the ID/PIN incorrectly, the machine will ask you to enter the ID/PIN again.
2. Check that the handset has been turned on (page 58). Handset seems to have a short battery life 1. Check the charging contacts. 2. Make sure you have installed the correct batteries (Never use alkaline batteries! Only AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries should be used). 3. Consistently short battery life may indicate that the batteries need to be replaced. No audible ringer 1. Make sure the ringer is not turned off. (pages 28-29, 56-57 ) 2. Check the volume level of the ringer.
Noise, Static, Interference while using the phone 1. A filter may be required for your home when you have DSL service or live near radio towers. 2. Make sure the AC adapter is not plugged into the wall outlet with other appliances. 3. Try relocating the phone to another location. No numbers dialed when memory button is pressed 1. No number stored in that memory button. (page 37-38, 65) 2. Make sure phone number was programmed and saved. (page 37-38, 65) 3.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Number: Amplification: A1600 125dB SPL Power Requirements: Base Input: Handset Input: Charging Time: 120 ~ 240VAC 50/60 HZ 150mA Ni-MH 1.2V x 3, mAh 15 hours Jack: 2.5 mm headset 3.5 mm audio Features and Specifications subject to change without notice. Purchase accessories for Your Clearsounds Phone: Optional Neckloop: CS-CLA7V2 (connects easily to your phone’s 2.5mm Phone Headset jack for hands-free conversations).
FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW 1. 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 of [US: CLSTE12B]. If requested, this number must be provided to the phone company. 2. If the ClearSounds® A1600 DECT 6.
7. If the phone company requests information on what equipment is connected to their lines, inform them of: a) The phone number that this unit is connected to, b) The ringer equivalence number [1.2B] c) The USOC jack required [RJ11C], and d) The FCC Registration Number [US:] Items (b) and (d) are indicated on the label. The ringer equivalence number (REN) is used to determine how many devices can be connected to your phone line.
INDUSTRY CANADA CS03 STATEMENT This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specification. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY The product is warranted by ClearSounds against manufacturing defect in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase. Should you experience a problem, contact our customer service department or visit our website at www.clearsounds.com. Be sure to save your sale receipt as the proof of purchase date should you need warranty service. Your Phone comes with a (1) year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
Authorization number and shipping instructions before shipping the product to us. Any shipment without a (RMA) Return Merchandise Authorization number will not be accepted and will be returned to you at your expense. All authorized returned products must be accompanied with proof of purchase and a brief explanation of the problem. For out of warranty repairs and service, please contact our Customer Service Department for instructions. The repair shall be warranted for 90 days.
