User manual AMERITECH MODEL 1980

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL Ultra RangeMax Model 1980 Custom manufactured for Ameritech Customer service Departmemt Toll Free 800-456-6858 INTRODUCTION Congratulations !You have purchased one of the best performing cordless telephones on the market!The Ultra RangeMax digital cordless telephone is a highly integrated system that uses Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum Technology. One of more than 16 million possible digital security codes is randomly selected every time the handset is placed in the base unit. [. . . ] Three rapid beeps will be heard when you reach the highest or lowest volume level. PHONE BATT LOW ON/OFF FLASH EMGCY MEM RDL/P HOLD MUTE UP ( ) and DOWN ( ) keys control earpiece volume during a call TO PRESET THE RINGER VOLUME The Ultra RangeMax has two ringer volume levels. Press the ( )UP or( ) DOWN keys, a confirmation ring will be heard for the new ringer volume level. PHONE BATT LOW ON/OFF FLASH EMGCY MEM RDL/P HOLD MUTE UP ( ) and DOWN( ) keys preset ringer volume when phone is OFF 20 HANDSET CHARGING CRADLE /SPARE BATTERY CHARGER A Handset Charging Cradle/Spare Battery Charger is available for use with the Ultra RangeMax(without CID). This allows the user to remotely charge a Spare Battery and Handset while it is away from the Base Unit. SETTING UP THE HANDSET CHARGING CRADLE /SPARE BATTERY CHARGER 1. Plug the AC power adaptor into an electrical outlet and the DC connector into the bottom of the charger. 3. Place the Spare Battery in the charging slot. The Spare Battery LED will glow steadily. Place the Handset in the charging base. The Handset Charging LED will glow steadily. 21 HEADSET INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Your Ultra RangeMax(without CID) cordless telephone is equipped with a 2. 5mm Headset Jack for use with an optional accessory Headset or hands-free operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you must do the following: The Ultra RangeMax(without CID) is also equiped with a detachable belt clip. Align the pins on the inside edge of the belt clip with the notches on the side of the Ultra RangeMax(without CID) Handset. See Illustration. INSTALLATION Obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the Ultra RangeMax(without CID). Once you have a compatible 2. 5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the Handset of your Ultra RangeMax(without CID). See illustration. OPERATION Note: whenever a compatible Headset is connected to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the Handset will be MUTED. The same may also apply to other compatible headsets, but assumes no responsibility for their performance. 22 HEADSET INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The headset has a monaural design which is reversible, so you can wear your Headset on either the left or right ear, leaving one ear free for room conversation. For maximum sound quality, the flexible microphone should be positioned at the corner or your mouth, about one inch from your face. ONE INCH ON RIGHT EAR ON LEFT EAR The headband can be adjusted to fit the contour of your head. Using both hands, slide the headband up or down so that it rests comfortably on your head with the speaker cushion centered against your ear. 23 MAINTENANCE TAKING CARE OF YOUR TELEPHONE Your Ultra RangeMax cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts so it must be treated with care. IN CASE AVOID ROUGH TREATMENT Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing material 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. ELECTRICAL STORMS Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms. CLEANING YOUR TELEPHONE Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind. 24 IN CASE OF DIFFICULTIES If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call: Ameritech Customer Service of 1-800-456-6858 Problem THE PHONE DOESN'T WORK AT ALL · · Remedy Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into base unit and the telephone wall jack. [. . . ] CHARGING LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IN USE LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . POWER LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 13 13 13 DP / TT (TONE/PULSE) SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]