® 13 MEMORY CALL WAITING CALLER ID SPEAKER TELEPHONE MODEL PH-549 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CALL WAITING CALLER ID FUNCTION * 70 NAME & NUMBER CALLER ID MEMORY HANDS-FREE SPEAKERPHONE TONE/PULSE SWITCHABLE DIALING AUTOMATIC TIME & DATE DISPLAY ONE-TOUCH CALLER ID CALL BACK 3 ONE-TOUCH SPEED DIAL BUTTONS 10 TWO-TOUCH SPEED DIAL MEMORY LOCATIONS WALL/DESK USABLE REQUIRES 4 AA BATTERIES OR AC ADAPTOR (BOTH NOT INCLUDED) * TO USE THE CALLER ID AND CALL WAITING FEATURES OF THIS PHONE,
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions Battery Safety Instructions ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Location of Controls ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Getting Started Step 1: Checking the Package Contents Step 2: Powering the Phone Step 3: Telephone Installation Step 4: Setting up the Telephone (Reset the phone) ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the following: 1. Read and follow all instructions and warnings. 2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a slightly dampened cloth only. 3.
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY, READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. 1. Use only the following type and size of batteries: 4 size AA alkaline batteries (not included). 2. Do not dispose of the batteries into a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. 4.
IMPORTANT TELEPHONE COMPANY & FCC INFORMATION CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT OPEN CABINET. WE SUGGEST THAT YOU REVIEW THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE FCC (FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION). FCC REGISTRATION This telephone set is registered with the FCC based upon compliance with Part 68 of its rules.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 10 17 16 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 15 14 11 12 13 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 COMFORTABLE ROUNDED HANDSET - for comfortable use even during long calls. HANDSET VOLUME CONTROL - adjusts the volume of handset receiver. DIAL BUTTON - dials the number currently displayed. OPTION BUTTON - used for dialing the correct number of digits (7-digits, 10-digits or 11-digits).
IMPORTANT 1. To use the Call Waiting Caller ID feature, you must call your local phone company and tell them you want Call Waiting Caller ID service. After the phone company sets up your line properly, you will be able to see who is calling you before you decide to switch your call to the new caller. 2. If you have regular Caller ID with regular Call Waiting, the Caller ID will only show you the first callers information, even though your call waiting service works properly. 3.
GETTING STARTED Step 2: Powering the Phone 1. USING BATTERIES Before you connect the phone cords, follow these steps to install the batteries: 1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver or coin like a quarter into the slot and pry out (lift) the battery door (FIG. 1). 2. Insert 4 size AA alkaline batteries as shown inside the battery compartment (FIG. 2). 3. Replace the battery door and snap it shut (FIG. 3). FIG. 1 FIG. 2 FIG.
GETTING STARTED Step 3: Telephone Installation CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE 1. Connect the handset coiled cord to the HANDSET and side of the phone. 2. Connect the straight telephone line cord to the LINE CORD jack (back of phone) and telephone outlet on the wall. If your telephone outlet is not modular, contact your telephone company for assistance. (If you want to mount the telephone on the wall, see Wall Mounting on page 13.
GETTING STARTED Step 4: Setting up the Telephone (Continued) SETTING UP LANGUAGE, AREA CODE, TIME AND DATE (Continued) Your phone will now go to the Time and Date mode, press the UP and DOWN buttons to get to the correct number and the DELETE button to accept. You do not have to set up the Time and Date because the telephone company will automatically update this with your Caller ID when your phone rings (twice or more).
Hands-Free (Speakerphone) Operation ANSWERING CALLS WITH THE SPEAKERPHONE 1. After the phone rings twice, press the SPEAKER button, the SPEAKERPHONE INDICATOR will light, and the hook icon will show in the display. 2. The display will show the Count Up Call Timer after a few seconds. 3. Adjust the speakerphone volume by sliding the SPEAKER VOLUME control on the right side of the phone. 4. To end the call, press the SPEAKER button again. 5.
TELEPHONE FEATURES Memory Dialing You can quickly dial the numbers you stored into the 3 one-touch speed dial buttons or 10 two-touch speed dial memories. STORING PHONE NUMBER INTO MEMORY 1. Press the STORE button. (short for programming) appears on the display. 2. Dial the phone number you want to store. You can store up to 22 digits (including a TONE ( ) and a PAUSE (REDIAL), each of which is counted as one digit). 3.
CALLER ID FEATURES Understanding the Caller ID Service Caller ID allows the callers phone number to be shown on the display after the second ring of the call, also in most cases, the callers name, and calling time and date. This information will be stored automatically. In order to use this feature, you must first subscribe to Caller ID service (see page 5). To use the call back feature, be sure to enter your area code (see page 7), and press the OPTION button for correct digits.
CALLER ID FEATURES Calling Back From the Caller ID List 1. Display the phone number you want to call back using the UP or DOWN button. 2. Press the DIAL button, the phone number will show on the display. 3. Press the OPTION button to choose the number of call-back digit to be dialled out (7 digits - phone number by itself, or 10 digits - area code + phone number, or 11 digits - 1 + area code + phone number), different parts of the country have different dialing systems even for local calls. 4.
WALL MOUNTING Your PH-549 can be mounted on a wall phone plate. If you do not have a modular wall phone plate installed, please consult with your phone company or installer to get one, or see next page for installation without a wall plate. 1. HANDSET CLIP - When the phone is mounted on the wall, the HANDSET CLIP must be adjusted so it will hold the HANDSET. A. SLIDE OUT B. REVERSE 2. To use as a wall phone, you must use the plastic (box shape) WALL MOUNT ADAPTOR. C.
WALL MOUNTING (continued) Wall Mounting Without A Modular Wall Phone Plate Follow these instructions to mount the phone on the wall without a wall plate: 1. Locate a wall stud. If it is possible to utilize a wall stud for mounting, dry wall expanders or a similar type fastener is recommended. Consult your local hardware stores for details. 2. Drill 2 holes 3 15/16" (100 mm) apart. 3. Put a screw into each hole and leave 3/ 16 " (5mm) of the head exposed to mount the phone (screws are not included). 4.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEMS CHECK The Caller ID display does not show the callers information The Caller ID unit will not function until you have subscribed the Caller ID service from your local telephone company. Call your local telephone company to have Call Waiting Caller ID service installed on your phone line. Check your phone line connections. Also, fresh batteries MUST be installed. Make sure all your phone line connections are secure and corrected.
TROUBLE SHOOTING (continued) PROBLEMS CHECK You picked up the phone before the second ring, or your phone received unclear call information. Static can cause this message. If this condition persists, contact your local telephone company to ensure that there is no problem with your phone line. appears on the display The DELETE button must be quickly pressed twice to erase a single call record.
LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 1 year after purchase, and we will repair it free of charge or replace it at no charge, should it become defective under this warranty, providing you submit proof of purchase sales slip with the set. During the initial 1 year period after original purchase, we will service the set that is returned to LENOXX ELECTRONICS CORP., prepaid, at no charge.
