User's Manual

Call Waiting Caller ID
To receive Caller ID information for a Call Waiting call,
you must subscribe to the combined Call Waiting Caller ID
service from your local telephone company. Call Waiting
Caller ID service allows you to see Caller ID information for
an incoming call while you are on the telephone.
Ringer Tone
You may choose from three different ringer tones.
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
SET RINGER TONE
shows in the display. 1 is the default setting.
2. Use the
VOL/CID (  or  ) buttons or the handset touch-
tone pad to move the arrow to 1, 2 or 3.
3. Press FLASH/PROG to store selection.
Tone/Pulse Dialing
Set your phone according to the type of service you are
subscribed to.
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
SET TONE/PULSE
shows in the display. 1TONE is the default setting.
2. Use the VOL/CID (  or  ) buttons or the handset touch-
tone pad to select 1TONE if you have touch-tone service
or 2PULSE if you have rotary service.
3. Press FLASH/PROG to store selection.
Default Setting
You may use the factory default settings or your
own settings.
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
DEFAULT SETTING
shows in the display , 1 NO is the default setting.
2. Use the
VOL/CID (  or  ) buttons or the handset touch-
tone pad to select 1 NO to use your settings or 2 YES to
restore the factory default settings.
3. Press FLASH/PROG to store selection. You will hear a
confirmation tone.
Telephone Operation
Handset Registration
The handset is pre-registered. If your handset is not
registered, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the phone is
OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press and hold the FORMAT button on the handset until
you hear a beep and PRESS AND HOLD BASE PAGE KEY
shows in the handset’s display.
3. Move the handset close to the base.
4. Press and hold the base PAGE button.
NOTE: You must press the PAGE button on the base
within 30 seconds to continue registration.
5. You will hear a confirmation tone when the registration is
complete, and the handset’s display shows REGISTERED.
Making a Call
1. Press the TALK/call back button.
2. When you hear a dial tone, dial a telephone number.
- OR -
Dial the phone number first, then press the TALK/call back
button.
3. When finished, press the TALK/call back button again
or
place the handset back in the charge cradle to hang up.
Answering a Call
1. Pick up the handset and press the TALK/call back button.
NOTE: The TALK/call back button is disabled when
the handset is in the remote charger cradle.
2. When finished, press the TALK/call back button again or
place the handset back in the charge cradle to hang up.
Redial
While the phone is on, press the REDIAL button to
immediately redial the last number you dialed (up to 32
digits). If you get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the
number, just press REDIAL again (you don’t have to turn the
phone off and back on).
Flash
Use the FLASH/PROG button to activate custom calling
services such as call waiting or call transfer, which
are available through your local phone company.
TIP: Don’t use the TALK/call back button to activate
custom calling services such as call waiting, or you’ll
hang up the phone.
Channel Button
While talking, you might need to manually change the
channel in order to get rid of static. Press and release the
CHAN/DELETE button to advance to the next channel. The
current channel number appears on the left side of the
display.
1. Locate battery and battery door which are packaged
together inside a plastic bag and are separate from the
handset.
2. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the
handset.
3. Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside the
compartment.
NOTE : It is important to maintain the polarity (black
and red wires) to the jack inside the compartment. To
ensure proper battery installation, the connector is
keyed and can be inserted only one way.
4. Insert the battery pack.
5. Close the door and fasten the screw to secure battery
compartment.
6. Place the handset in the charging cradle of the radio unit
and charge for 12 hours prior to first use.
NOTE: If you don’t properly charge the handset,
battery performance is compromised.
Wall Base Layout
of your right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant
to procedures set forth in Subpart E of Part 68, FCC Rules and
Regulations.
The telephone company may make changes in its
communications facilities, equipment, operations or procedures
where such action is required in the operation of its business and
not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes
are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone
equipment, the telephone company must give you adequate
notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid
Compatibility.
US Number is located on the cabinet bottom
REN number is located on the cabinet bottom
Introduction
CAUTION: When using telephone equipment,
there are basic safety instructions that should
always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this
product and save them for future reference.
This telephone has been designed to be simple to use,
however, you can reach its full potential more quickly
by taking a few minutes to read this User’s Guide. This
telephone is a multifunction product for use with the Call
Waiting Caller ID services available from you local telephone
company.
Your Call Waiting Caller ID phone stores and displays
specific information, provided by your local telephone
company, to subscribers of Caller ID or similar caller
identification services.
Your Call Waiting Caller ID phone allows you to:
• View the name and telephone number of a caller.
• Identify callers before you answer the phone.
• View the time and date of each incoming call.
• Store up to 40 Caller ID records sequentially.
• Know who is calling while you are on the phone or when
you are away.
• Screen unwanted calls, eliminate harassment from
annoying calls, or to get prepared before answering a call.
To get the most from your new phone, we suggest that you
take a few minutes right now to read through this User’s
Guide.
IMPORTANT: In order to use all of the Caller ID
features of this phone, you must subscribe to either
the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service or
Call Waiting Caller ID Service. To know who is calling
while you are on the phone, you must subscribe to Call
Waiting Caller ID Service.
IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on
electricity, you should have at least one phone in your
home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your
home goes out.
Before You Begin
Parts Checklist
Make sure your package includes
the items shown here.
1. Connect one end of the telephone line cord to the LINE
jack on the bottom of the
wall base.
2. Connect the other end of the telephone line cord to a
telephone jack on the wall.
3. Raise the antenna on the
wall base.
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc.
power adaptor 5-2684 that came with this unit.
Using other power supplies may damage the unit.
The PHONE jack may be used to connect a parallel phone by
connecting a second telephone line cord from the PHONE
jack on the bottom of the wall base to the parallel phone.
Connecting the AC
(electrical) Power
1. Plug the wall base into an electrical outlet.
2. Place the radio unit on a flat surface. Plug the power
supply into the power jack on the back of the radio unit
and the other end into an electrical outlet. When the radio
unit is connected to an electrical outlet, its display turns
on, and the handset is able to be charged in the charging
cradle.
NOTE: If the radio unit is operated by the optional
4 AA batteries, the handset in the charging cradle
cannot be charged.
Installing the Handset
Battery
NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use .
Radio Set Up
AM Antenna
A built in antenna is used for AM reception.
FM Antenna
For best reception, be sure the antenna is stretched to its
fullest length. Changing the position of the antenna may
improve reception.
Turning on the Radio
Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise from OFF position to turn
on the radio.
Radio Volume
Use the VOLUME knob to adjust the radio volume.
NOTE: For any of the following tuning functions, the
unit MUST be in radio mode as shown on the display.
If the unit is displaying the time, press any button to
reach the radio mode.
Band
Use the AM/FM button to select which broadcast band you
want the radio to receive.
Changing Stations
Use the TUNE/SEEK (  or  ) buttons to change the radio
station. If you hold down either button for two seconds, the
radio automatically scans for radio stations.
Storing Preset Stations
1. Tune in a radio station.
2. Press and hold the MEMORY SET button until a memory
location displays.
3. Use the TUNE/SEEK (
 or  ) button to select a memory
location.
4. Press the MEMORY SET button to save the selection. (Up
to five (5) AM, in addition to, five (5) FM radio stations
may be stored.)
Using Preset Stations
To listen to a preset radio station on the current band;
1. Press the MEMORY SET button to enter the selection
mode.
2. Use the TUNE/SEEK (
 or  ) button to select a preset
station.
Clock Set Up
When the radio unit is plugged into the electrical supply
or has the optional batteries installed, the clock in 12-hour
format shows in the display.
While the unit is displaying the clock.
1. Press and hold the MEMORY SET button until the time
flashes.
2. Press the TUNE/SEEK (
 ) button to set the minutes.
3. Press the TUNE/SEEK (
 ) button to set the hour.
4. Press the MEMORY SET button again to save and exit.
NOTE: The radio station will display for 10 seconds
when radio is turned on or after tuning to a new station.
Telephone Set Up
There are five programmable menus available: Language,
Area Code, Ringer Tone, Tone/Pulse Dialing, and Default
Setting.
NOTE: To program these settings, the handset must
be OFF (not in TALK mode).
Language
Set the display language to show messages in either
English, Spanish, or French.
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until
SET LANGUAGE
shows in the display.
2. Use the
VOL/CID (  or  ) arrow buttons or the handset
touch-tone pad to choose 1ENG (English), 2FRA (French)
or 3 ESP (Spanish).
3. Press FLASH/PROG to store selection.
Area Code
1. Press the FLASH/PROG button until SET AREA CODE
shows in the display. --- is the default setting.
2. Use the handset number pad to enter your three digit
area code.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the CHAN/DELETE
button to erase the wrong area code and repeat step 2 .
3. Press FLASH/PROG to store selection.
Temporary Tone
This feature is useful only if you use pulse dialing service.
Temporary tone dialing enables pulse (rotary) service phone
users to access touch-tone services offered by banks, credit
card companies, etc. For example, when you call your bank
you may need to enter your account number. Using the
temporary tone feature allows you to temporarily switch to
touch tone mode so you can enter and send your number.
1. Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to
connect.
2. When your call is answered, press the *EXIT/TONE button
on your handset number pad to temporarily change from
pulse dialing to tone dialing.
3. Follow the automated instructions to get the information
you need.
4. Hang up the handset and the phone automatically returns
to pulse (rotary) dialing mode.
Cancel
Press the *EXIT/TONE button to cancel any command you
initiated.
Ringer Button
Three options are available: RINGER OFF, LOW, and HIGH.
The default setting is RINGER LOW.
1. When the phone is
OFF (not in TALK mode), press
RINGER once to listen to the current ringer tone.
2. Use the
VOL/CID (  or  ) buttons to choose the ringer
level you want.
3. Press RINGER again to store selection. The desired setting
shows in the display.
NOTE: If you turn the ringer off, the display shows
RINGER = OFF when the phone is in standby mode.
Volume
While talking, press the VOL/CID (  or  ) buttons to adjust
the listening level of the handset’s earpiece. There are four
volume levels. Press the (  ) button to increase the volume
level, and press the (  ) button to decrease. VOL 1 is the
lowest level and VOL 4 is the loudest.
Call Timer
While you are talking on the phone, the total talk time is
displayed on the bottom line of the display.
Finding the Handset
This feature helps locate a misplaced handset.
NOTE: This feature will not work if the batteries are
non-functional.
Press the PAGE button on the base. The handset beeps
continuously for about two minutes or until you press any
button on the handset. You may also press PAGE to cancel.
NOTE: The ringer does not have to be ON for this
feature to work.
In Use Indicator Light
The in use indicator is lit when the phone is ON. It flashes
when you receive a call or when the PAGE button is pressed.
Caller (CID) Features
Caller ID (CID) is a service available from your local
telephone company. For Caller ID to work on this system,
you must subscribe to Caller ID service from your local
telephone company.
This unit receives and displays CID information transmitted
by your local telephone company. This information can
include the phone number, date, and time; or the name,
phone number, date, and time. The unit stores up to 40 calls
for later review.
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40-Channel 900 MHz Call Waiting
Caller ID Cordless Telephone
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
101 West 103rd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290
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Model 27420
00005065 (Rev. 0 DOM E)
05-28
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SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO
PREVENT FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARRO
W
HEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
“DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
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POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT
.
CAUTION:
Equipment Approval Information
Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public
Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and
68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for
Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other
information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)
for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information
to your telephone company.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may
connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring
when your telephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas,
the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not
exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to
your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local
telephone company.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises
wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC
Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant
telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is
designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also
compliant. See installation instructions for details.
Notes
• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the
telephone company.
• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not
be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a
party line. Check with your local telephone company.
• Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent
disconnection of your telephone from your line.
• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to
the telephone line, ensure the installation of this product does not
disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what
will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or
a qualified installer.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may
harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where
practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service
may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the
circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may
temporarily discontinue service immediately. In case of such
temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1)
promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance; (2) afford
you the opportunity to correct the situation; and (3) inform you
Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall plate
page
page button
PAGE/IN USE
indicator
Phone
jack
Antenna
NEW CALL #
Caller ID nameCaller ID phone number
Time
Date
New call
Radio unit with
remote charger
Handset
Telephone
line cord
Base unit
page
Belt clip
Handset
battery pack
Handset
battery
compartment
door
Telephone Jack Requirements
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C
type modular telephone jack, which
might look like the one pictured here,
installed in your home. If you don’t
have a modular jack, call your local
phone company to find out how to
get one installed.
INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones
operate at frequencies that may cause or receive
interference with nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and
VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the
base of the cordless telephone should not be placed
near or on top of a TV, microwave ovens, or VCR.
If such interference continues, move the cordless
telephone farther away from these appliances.
Digital Security System
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to
provide protection against false ringing, unauthorized
access, and charges to your phone line.
Handset Layout
RINGER
(button)
Display
TALK/call back
(button)
FORMAT
(button)
CHAN/DELETE
(channel/delete
button)
REDIAL
(button)
MEMORY
(button)
FLASH/PROG
(flash/program button)
#PAUSE
(button)
VOL/CID or
(Caller ID/volume
buttons)
*EXIT/TONE
(button)
Important Installation
Information
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the
jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals,
unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the
network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the
phone such as faxes, other phones, or modems.
Radio Unit Layout
AC power
adaptor
MEMORY SET
(button)
AM/FM
(button)
TUNE/SEEK ( or )
(button)
VOLUME
(knob)
Charge
cradle
Display
Charge
indicator
Battery
compartment
(on back)
BLACK WIRE
RED WIRE
BATTERY
PRESS DOWN
FIRMLY
Line
jack
Important Installation
Guidelines
• Install wall base near both a telephone (modular) jack and
an electrical power outlet.
• Avoid sources of noise, such as a window by a busy
street, and electrical noise, such
as motors, microwave
ovens, and fluorescent lighting.
• Avoid heat sources, such as heating air ducts, heating
appliances, radiators, and direct sunlight.
• Avoid areas of excessive moisture or extremely low
temperature.
• Avoid dusty locations.
• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.
Installing the Phone
Connecting the Telephone
Line
Incoming call/page
(indicator)
Message waiting
(indicator)