User’s manual Help Desk Toll free: 1-800-651-6791 Model: QW5805
Table of contents Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Parts checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Choose location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Install handset battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before you begin Parts checklist • Important! Before using this telephone, you must read the important safety instructions on page 20. 1. Handset 4. Belt clip 2. Charger unit 5. Charger power adaptor 3. Battery pack 6.
Getting started Installation Choose location Install handset battery For maximum performance of your cordless telephone system: a) Align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins, then snap the plug into place. b) Place the battery in the compartment. c) Replace cover by sliding it up into place. d) Place the handset in its charger when not in use to ensure maximum daily performance. 1. Choose a location for your handset charger. 2.
Installation Table/desk installation • Install the base unit away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. Connect the power cord. After charging the battery for at least 16 hours, connect the telephone line cord. Standard electrical outlet Charge the handset battery Place the handset in the charger. Charge the battery for at least 16 hours the first time.
Belt clip (optional) • Your phone contains an internal noise filter (for DSL subscribers). This means if you subscribe to DSL service, you shouldn’t experience interference or noise when using your phone due to your DSL service.
Registration Your 5805 is an accessory handset ONLY, and requires a 5872 base unit to operate. • The15-digit base ID code may contain numbers and characters, including 0 through 9 and *. Make sure you carefully and correctly enter all 15 digits. 1. After charging the battery, the screen will display: 2. On the base unit, press MENU/SEL, then scroll to DISPLAY BASE ID. Press MENU/SEL, the 15 digit base ID number will display. 3.
Registration 2. Press MENU/SEL, IN USE and CHARGE, the POWER LED will illuminate briefly before returning to idle. 3. This will erase all handsets registered to the base. The handsets will now prompt you to: 4. Re-register the handset(s) to the base by following steps 2 through 6 in Registration on the previous page. ############### Handset indicators Icon Basic operation Handset display Description MUTE • Turns on when the microphone is muted.
Telephone operation Headset You can use this telephone handsfree when you install any compatible 2.5 mm headset, purchased separately. Plug the headset into the jack located on the side of the handset (under the small rubber flap). Do not force the connection, but make sure the plug fits securely.
Telephone operation Display screen messages When: PHONE The handset is in use. ENDED The handset is on hook. NO ENTRIES You are accessing an empty directory or call log. LIST FULL You are saving to a full directory. MICROPHONE MUTED The call is on mute. SPEAKER The handset speakerphone is in use. LOW BATTERY The battery needs to be recharged. INCOMING CALL There is a call coming in. NEW VOICE MAIL There are new voicemail messages. X NEW CALLS There are new calls in the caller ID log.
Telephone operation Display screen messages 10 Screen displays: When: CALLING BASE Calling the base. HANDSET X IS CALLING Other handset is calling. LINE IN USE An extension phone is in use. NO LINE There is no telephone line connected. ALREADY SAVED The telephone number you have entered is already stored in the directory. SAVED Your operation is successful. WARNING CHECK BATTERY! • The battery is not installed properly in the handset. OR • The battery needs to be replaced.
Batteries Battery care and maintenance After your battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operation Operating time While in use (talking) up to 8 hours While not in use (standby*) up to 4 days * Handset is off the base unit or charger but not in use.
Troubleshooting If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call the supplier. Problem Suggestion My phone doesn’t work • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. at all. •M ake sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall jack. • Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours.
Troubleshooting Suggestion I cannot dial out. • Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The handset may take a second or two to find the base and produce a dial tone. This is normal. Wait an extra second before dialing. • Make sure your phone is set to the correct dial mode for the type of service that you have (pulse or touchtone). Refer to the Installation section of this user’s manual to set the dial mode.
Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion CAN’T CONNECT • Move the handset closer to the base. You might have moved out of range. displays on my • If the handset is in its base and the charging light does not come on, refer to The charge light is off handset. in this troubleshooting guide. • Reset the base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset.
Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion • Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: radios, radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones. • Microwaves operate on the same frequency as your phone. It is normal to experience static on your phone while the microwave is running.
Troubleshooting Problem My handset does not ring when I receive a call. 16 Suggestion • Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in the user’s manual. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in. • You may be too far from the base unit. • Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the handset to its base when not in use.
Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion • Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: radios, radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones. • Microwaves operate on the same frequency as your phone. It is normal to experience static on your phone while the microwave is running.
Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion My caller ID isn’t working. • Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service for this feature to work on your phone. • Your caller must be calling from an area that supports caller ID. • Both you and your caller’s telephone companies must use caller ID compatible equipment. If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in its base. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed): 1.
Maintenance Taking care of your telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Important safety instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
FCC, ACTA and IC regulations Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria.
Technical specifications Enhanced 5.8GHz technology your phone operates on a dual band transmission that combines the best of 5.8GHz and 2.4GHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones. Frequency control Transmit frequency Crystal controlled . PLL synthesizer Base: 5725–5850 MHz Handset: 2400–2483.5 MHz Receive frequency Base: 2400–2483.5 MHz . Handset: 5725–5850 MHz Channels 95 Nominal effective range Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.
Index B Before you begin 2 Belt clip 5 Batteries 11 Battery care and maintenance 11 C Charge the handset battery 4 Check for dial tone 4 Choose location 3 D De-register all system handsets 6 Display screen messages 9-10 F FCC, ACTA and IC regulations 20-21 H Handset display 7 Headset 8 M Maintenance 19 P Parts checklist 2 R Registration 6-7 Replacing the handset battery 11 Re-register an existing handsets to a new base 6 T Table/desk installation 4 Technical specifications 22 Telephone sper
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