ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS Operating Manual ClearSounds® CSC500 Amplified Spirit Phone™ 1 – ENGLISH
TABLE OF CONTENTS PRIOR TO USE Pg. Pg. Pg. Pg. 3 3 5-6 7-8 Congratulations Important Safety Instructions Location of Controls Installation Steps BASIC TELEPHONE FUNCTIONS Pg. 9-10 Amplification Pg. 10 Ringer Setting Pg. 11 Hearing Aid and Cochlear Implant Users Pg. 11 Speakerphone Pg. 11 Answer a Call Pg. 12 Make a Call TELEPHONE SETTINGS Pg. 13 Pg. 13 Pg. 14 Pg.
PRIOR TO USE Congratulations on your purchase of the CSC500 phone from ClearSounds Communications®. Please read this User Manual carefully in order to get the best use out of your new telephone. This phone is designed for individuals with mild to severe hearing loss. Keep this manual near the telephone for easy reference. Please visit our website at www.clearsounds.com to register your product, download additional manuals and review troubleshooting tips.
attempt to retrieve it until after you have unplugged the line cord from the modular wall jack. Do not plug the phone back in until it has dried completely. WARNING: Avoid using the telephone during electrical storms. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. If the electrical storm is present in your immediate area, possibility of electrical shock exists. WARNING: Do not use the phone if you suspect a gas leak in the area.
█ LOCATION OF CONTROLS 3 2 1 5 4 6 7 12 CALL WAITING 9 8 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 11 01. Handset Hanger Tab 02. Hook Switch 03. Handset Tone Control 04. (3) 1-Touch Memory Dial Keys 05. Store Key 06. Handset Volume Control 07. Large Keypad 08. Visual Phone Ringer 09. In Use LED Indicator 10. Mute LED Indicator 11. Amplify LED Indicator 12. Speakerphone Key 13. Mute Key 14. Microphone 15. Amplify Activation Key 16. Call Waiting Key 17. Redial/Pause Key 18. (8) 1-Touch Photo Memory Dial Keys 19.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS (continued) BACK SIDE 20 21 22 LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE 24 25 26 23 BACK SIDE 20. Ringer Volume Switch 21. Amplification Reset Override Switch (ON/OFF) 22. Phone Line Cord Jack LEFT SIDE 23. Handset Cord Jack RIGHT SIDE 24. Flash Time Switch 25. Speakerphone Volume Control 26.
█ INSTALLATION STEPS Installation of your ClearSounds® CSC500 Amplified Spirit Phone™ is easy. There are some basic steps you need to take when you set-up your phone for the first time. 1. Check parts list 2. Pre-select auxiliary features: a. AMPLIFICATION: Amplify Override ON / OFF b. RINGER: High, Low or Off 3. Installation If at any time you have questions about your telephone after reading this manual, please contact our ClearSounds® Customer Service Department at 1-800-965-9043. 1.
Desk / Table Mounting 1. Connect one end of the 6 ft telephone cord to the line jack on the back of the phone and connect the other end to a modular phone jack. 2. Connect one end of the coiled handset cord to the handset and the other end to the phone base. 3. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone. If you don’t hear a dial tone, re-check all the installation steps. Wall Mounting Desk tab position Wall mount tab position 1.
5. Holding the phone slightly above the mounting screws on the wall jack, push the phone against the mounting screws so they are hooked into upper and lower keyhole slots on the back of the phone. Slowly slide the phone down until it snaps into place. 6. When mounting the phone on dry wall without a standard telephone wall plate, install 2 self-tapping screws (not supplied) at a distance of 80 mm (3.15 inches) from each other and located on a vertical line.
█ Amplification Function (continued) Using the Amplification Reset Override Switch (location #21) The ClearSounds® CSC500 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 Phone with Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants Your phone can be used with hearing aids and cochlear implants equipped with a telecoil (T-coil). Adjust your hearing aid “Tswitch” to the “T” position. Make sure to hold the handset close to your T-coil.
█ Making a Call Using the Handset 1. To make a call, lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. You will see the In Use LED indicator light up. 2. You can dial a number manually or press one of the memory dial keys once programmed. 3. Adjust your volume and tone settings if needed. 4. When finished, hang up the handset. Using the Speakerphone 1. Press the Speaker key on the base and listen for a dial tone. You will see the In Use LED indicator light up. 2.
TELEPHONE SETTINGS █ Dialing Mode Your ClearSounds® CSC500 comes from the factory with touch-tone service only. █ One-Touch Memory Setting & Dialing Your phone allows you to program 11 frequently dialed numbers: 8 photo dials and 3 standard memory dials. Each memory key can store up to 32 digits. You can insert a 3 second pause into dialing or memory storage in order to access custom and telebanking services, long distance, calling cards, etc. Press the RD.
Dialing from Memory Numbers 1. Lift the handset or press the speakerphone key. 2. Press one of the memory dial keys and the phone will begin to dial. NOTE: Entering a new number in the same location will automatically erase the previous number. To “erase” a current memory key number, store “1” in the memory location. █ Inserting Photos in Memory Buttons 1. Cut your photo using the template provided as a guide. 2.
█ Call Waiting Button (Flash) Your ClearSounds® CSC500 comes from the factory preset for Flash Time to 650ms. The Flash setting can be adjusted by sliding the switch on the right side of the phone. Flash Time options include 100 ms, 300 ms or 650 ms. If you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your local telephone provider, during a phone call you will hear a beep to indicate another call is waiting on the line. 1.
Noise, Static, Interference while using the phone 1. A filter may be required for home with DSL line or near Radio towers. 2. Try relocating the phone to another location. No numbers dialed when memory button is pressed 1. No number stored in that memory button (page 13). 2. Make sure phone number was programmed and saved (page 13). TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Number: Amplification: CSC500 Up to 30 dB incoming Features and Specifications subject to change without notice.
5. Please follow instructions for repairing if any (e.g. battery replacement section); otherwise do not alternate or repair any parts of device except as specified. 6. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information. 7.
should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user of this equipment, or equipmentmalfunctions,maygivethetelecommunicationcompany cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Your CSC500 Phone comes with a (1) year limited warranty from the date of purchase. This product is warranted by ClearSounds against manufacturing defect in material and workmanship under normal use. In the event that this product fails to function properly within one year of the original purchase due to defects in materials or workmanship, return the unit (freight prepaid) with proof of purchase (sales receipt or packing slip, no exceptions) to ClearSounds Communications.
Service in United States and Canada, contact: ClearSounds Communications Attention: Repair Center 1743 Quincy Avenue, Suite 155 Naperville, IL 60540 USA 800-965-9043 Check our website www.clearsounds.com for additional information and to download additional manuals and information.
