Continental Conair FF2100AT 900MHz 40 Channel Analog Modulation Cordless Phone User Manual

Continental Conair Limited 900MHz 40 Channel Analog Modulation Cordless Phone

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONEEQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETYPRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BEFOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISKOF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK ANDINJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDINGTHE FOLLOWING:1. Read and understand all instructions.2. Follow all warnings and instructionsmarked on the product.3. Unplug this product from the walltelephone jack and power outlet beforecleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners oraerosol cleaners. Use damp cloth forcleaning.4. Do not use this product near water; forexample, near a bathtub, wash bowl,kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimmingpool, or in a wet basement.5. Do not place this product on anunstable cart, stand or table. The productmay fall, causing serious damage to theproduct.6. Slots or openings in the cabinet andthe back and bottom are provided forventilation, to protect it from overheating.These openings must not be blocked orcovered. The openings should never beblocked by placing the product on thebed, or other similar surface. Thisproduct should never be placed near orover a radiator or heat register. Thisproduct should not be placed in a built-ininstallation unless proper ventilation isprovided.7. This product should be operated onlyfrom the type of power source indicatedon the marking label. If you are not sureof the type of power supply to yourhome, consult your dealer or local powercompany.8. Do not allow anything to rest on thepower cord. Do not locate this productwhere the cord will be damaged bypersons walking on it.9. Do not overload wall outlets extensioncords, as this can result in fire or electricshock.10.Never push objects of any kind intothis product through cabinet slots, asthey may touch dangerous voltagepoints or short out parts. This could resultin fire or electric shock.Never spill liquid of any kind on thisproduct.11.To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot disassemble this product. Instead,when some repair work is required, takethe unit to a qualified technician. Openingor removing covers may expose you todangerous voltages or other risks.Incorrect reassembly can cause electricshock when the appliance issubsequently used.12.Unplug this product from the walloutlet and refer servicing to qualifiedservice personnel under the followingconditions:a. When the power supply cord or plugis damaged or frayed.b. If liquid has been spilled into theproduct.c. If the product has been exposed torain or water.d. If the product does not operatenormally and proper operatinginstructions have been followed,adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operating instructions.Improper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician to restore the product tonormal operation.e. If the product has been dropped orcabinet has been damaged.f. If the product exhibits a distinctchange in performance.13. Avoid using telephone (other than acordless type) during an electrical storm.There may be a remote risk of electricalshock from lightning.14. Do not use the telephone to report agas leak in the vicinity of the leak.15.Use only the power cord and batteriesindicated in this manual. Do not disposeof batteries in a fire. They may explode.Check with local codes for possiblespecial disposal instructions.CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery isincorrectly replaced.Replaced only with the same orequivalent type recommended by themanufacturer.Dispose of used batteries according tothe manufacturer’s instructions.SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIESCAUTION: To reduce the riskof fire or personal injury, readand follow these instructions.:CONTAINS NICKEL-CADMIUMBATTERY. BATTERY MUST BERECYCLED OR DISPOSED OFPROPERLY.1. Use only a Southwestern BellFreedom Phone® approvedbattery pack in the handset ofyour cordless telephone.FOR HANDSET UNIT:a. GP40AAK3BMX 3.6V 400mAHrGPI International Ltd. orb. D-2/3AA400x3 3.6V 400mAHr.,BYD Battery Co. Ltd.c. JB40AA2/3N3BMX 3.6V 400mAHrJB Energy (HK) Ltd.2. Do not open or mutilate thebattery. Released electrolyte iscorrosive and may cause damageto the eyes and skin. It may be toxicif swallowed.3. Exercise care in handling batteriesin order not to short the batterywith conducting materials such asrings, bracelets and keys. Thebattery or conduction materialmay overheat and cause burns.4. Charge the battery (ies) providedwith or identified for use with thisproduct only in accordance withthe instructions and limitationsspecified in this manual.5. Observe proper polarityorientation between the BatteryPack and battery charger.The EPA certified RBRC®*Battery Recycling Seal onthe nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates thatSouthwestern Bell FreedomPhone® Retail Sales is voluntarilyparticipating in an industry programto collect and recycle these batteriesat the end of their useful life, whentaken out of service in the UnitedStates or Canada. The RBRC®program provides a convenientalternative to placing used Ni-Cdbatteries into the trash or themunicipal waste stream, which maybe illegal in your areas. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information onNi-Cd battery recycling and disposalbans / restrictions in your area.Southwestern Bell FreedomPhone® Retail Sales involvement inthis program is part of ourcommitment to preserving ourenvironment and conserving ournatural resources.*RBRC®is a registered trademark ofthe Rechargeable Battery RecyclingCorporation.
FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOWThis equipment compiles with Part 68of the FCC rules. On the bottom ofthe base of this equipment is a labelthat contains, among otherinformation, the FCC RegistrationNumber, Ringer Equivalence Number(REN) and the Universal ServiceOrder Code (USOC), which is RJ-11C, for this equipment. You must,upon request, provide this informationto your telephone company.An FCC compliant telephone cordand modular plug is provided with thisequipment. This equipment isdesigned to be connected to thetelephone network or premises wiringusing a compatible modular jackwhich is Part 68 compliant. SeeInstallation Instructions for details.The REN is useful to determine thequantity of devices you may connectto your telephone line and still haveall of those devices ring when yourtelephone number is called. In most,but not all areas, the sum of theREN’s of all devices connected toone line should not exceed five (5.0).To be certain of the number ofdevices you may connect to yourline, as determined by the REN, youshould contact your local telephonecompany to determine the maximumREN for your calling area.If your telephone equipment causesharm to the telephone network, thetelephone company may discontinueyour service temporarily. If possible,they will notify you in advance. But ifadvance notice isn’t practical, youwill be notified as soon as possible.You will be informed of your right tofile a complaint with the FCC.Your telephone company may makechanges in its facilities, equipment,operations, or procedures that couldaffect the proper functioning of yourequipment. If they do, you will benotified in advance to give you anopportunity to maintain uninterruptedtelephone service. If you experiencetrouble with this telephoneequipment, disconnect from thenetwork until the problem has beencorrected or until you are sure thatthe equipment is not malfunctioning.This equipment may not be used oncoin service provided by thetelephone company. Connection toparty lines is subject to state tariffs.This equipment is hearing aidcompatible.WARNING: Changes ormodifications to this unit notexpressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operatethe equipment.NOTE: This equipment has beentested and found to comply with thelimits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to providereasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residentialinstallation. Some cordlesstelephones operate at frequenciesthat may cause interference tonearby TV’s and VCR’s. To minimizeor prevent such interference, thebase of the cordless telephoneshould not be placed near or on topof a TV or VCR. If interference isexperienced, moving the cordlesstelephone farther away from the TV orVCR will often reduce or eliminate theinterference. However, there is noguarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular instalthis equipment does causeinterference to radio or reception, which can be deby turning the equipment othe user is encouraged correct the interference bymore of the following meas• Reorient or relocate theantenna.• Increase the separationthe equipment and rece• Connect the equipmenoutlet on a circuit diffethat to which the reconnected.• Consult the dealer experienced radio TV tfor help.This Southwestern Bell FreedomPhone® is warranted to the originalpurchaser to be free from defects inmaterials and workmanship undernormal installation, use, and servicefor a period of one (1) year from thedate of purchase as shown on thepurchaser’s receipt.The obligation of Southwestern BellFreedom Phone® Retail Sales underthis warranty shall be limited to repairor replacement (at our option) duringthe warranty period of any part whichproves defective in material orworkmanship under normalinstallation, use, and service,provided the product is returned toSouthwestern Bell FreedomPhone® Retail SalesTRANSPORTATION CHARGESPREPAID (California residents call 1-800-366-0937 for shippinginstructions). If we choose to replaceyour Southwestern Bell FreedomPhone® product, the replacementwill be warranted for either (a) 90days or (b) the remainder of theoriginal one year warranty period,whichever is longer. Battery packsare warranted for the same period.Products returned to us must beaccompanied by a copy of thepurchase receipt. In the absence ofsuch purchase receipt, the warrantyperiod shall be one (1) year from thedate of manufacture. To obtainservice under this warranty, return thedefective product to the servicecenter nearest you together with yoursales slip and $9.50 for postage andhandling (California residents needonly provide proof of purchase). This warranty shall be invalid if theproduct is damaged as a result ofdefacement, misuse, abuse, neglect,accident, destruction, or alteration ofthe serial number, improper electricalvoltages or currents, repair alterationor maintenance by any person orparty other than our own servicefacility or an authorized ServiceCenter, or any violation of instructionsfurnished by us.This warranty is also rendered invalidif this product is removed from thecountry in which it was purchased, ifit is used in a country which it is notregistered for use, or if it is used in acountry for which it was notdesigned. Due to variations intelephone systems andcommunications laws, this productmay be illegal for use in somecountries. Southwestern BellFreedom Phone® Retail Salesassumes no responsibility fordamages or penalties incurredresulting from the use of this productin a manner or location other thanthat from which it is intended.This one-year limited warranty is inlieu of all other express warranties,obligations, or liabilities. ANYIMPLIED WARRANTIES,OBLIGATIONS, OR LIABILITIES,INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TOTHE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OFMERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESSFOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATIONTO THE ONE-YEAR DURATION OFTHIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY.SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOWLIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG ANIMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SOTHE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOTAPPLY TO YOU.IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BFOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDECONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGBREACH OF THIS OR ANYWARRANTY, EXPRESSEIMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. This warranty gives you sperights, and you may also hrights which vary from stateLIMITED WARRANTY
tariffs.ng aids ornit note partye couldoperates beenwith the device,C Rules.provideagainstsidentialordlessuenciesnce tominimizece, theephoner on topence iscordlesshe TV ornate thee is nowill notoccur in a particular installation. Ifthis equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment off and on,the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one ormore of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.• Increase the separation betweenthe equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into anoutlet on a circuit different fromthat to which the receiver isconnected.• Consult the dealer or anexperienced radio TV technicianfor help.as notions in andproductn somen Bell Salesty forncurredproducter than.nty is inrranties, ANYANTIES,ILITIES,TED TOES OFITNESSRPOSE,RATIONON OFRRANTY.ALLOWNG ANTS, SOAY NOTIN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLEFOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FORBREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHERWARRANTY, EXPRESSED ORIMPLIED, WHATSOEVER. This warranty gives you specific legalrights, and you may also have otherrights which vary from state to state.OPERATIONS40-Channel OperationThe FF2100AT cordless telephoneautomatically searches and selects theclearest of 40 channels when it is beingused.Security CodeThe security code prevents your cordlesstelephone conversation from beingaccessed by a phone on a different line.Once the handset battery is fully charged,the handset will automatically select thecode from a total of over 65,000combinations. The code is changed everytime the handset is placed in the cradle.If you experience difficulty with placing orreceiving calls, a lost security code may bethe cause of the problem. When thisoccurs, the handset can no longercommunicate with the base. Reset byplacing handset on base for 5-10 seconds.If that does not work, unplug the ACadaptor from the wall outlet. Disconnectthe handset battery for 5-10 seconds, thenreconnect. Place handset back on baseand then replug the AC adaptor.Placing a Call1. Press TALK button.2. TALK BUTTON on handset will light.3. When you hear a dial tone, place yourcall.4. While on a call, if you experience noiseor static:a. Press CHANNEL on handset until aclear channel is found; the call willnot be interrupted.Orb. Move closer to base.Note: You must be in usable range tochange channels. Base antenna should bein upright position.Receiving a Call1. IF THE HANDSET IS OUT OF THEBASE UNIT, press TALK.2. IF THE HANDSET IS IN THE BASEUNIT, lift the handset.Do not press TALK. You willautomatically be connected.Ending a Call1. Place the handset in the base or pressTALK to be disconnected from the line.2. TALK BUTTON on handset will turn off.FlashUse the FLASH button to activate customcalling services such as Call Waiting orThree-Way Calling (*Special sub-scriptionfrom your local telephone companyrequired).Temporary Tone (*)PULSE (rotary) service users may accesstouch-tone features needed to operateanswering machines or use electronicbanking, calling cards, etc., by pressingthe TONE (*) button. Phone willautomatically return to pulse dialing afterthe call ends.Out of RangeIf you experience static while using thetelephone, move closer to the base orchange the channel by pressing thechannel button.RedialLast number dialed (up to 32 digits) isstored in redial memory until anothernumber is dialed.1. Press TALK on handset.2. When you hear a dial tone, pressREDIAL.
PauseA 4-second PAUSE may be insertedinto the speed dialing of telephonenumbers. Press REDIAL button atrequired point during storage of anumber in memory.Page / Handset LocatorSend a signal from the base tohandset. Press PAGE button on baseand a series of rings will sound fromhandset.To locate the handset (if it is awayfrom the base), press and hold thePAGE button for about 5 seconds. Aseries of rings will sound forapproximately 60 seconds. Returnthe handset to the base or press theTALK button to cancel the page.Memory FeatureStore up to 10 numbers in memoryfor quick dialing.To Program Frequently CalledNumbers1. Pick up handset, with TALK off.2. Press MEMO (MEMORY) button.3. Dial phone number (up to 16 digits).4. Press MEMO button again.5. Press a number key (0-9) for thememory location where thenumber is to be stored.6. A long beep will confirm the numberhas been successfully stored.7. Record numbers to be speeddialed on memory index label,which can be adhered to the baseor other desired locations.Note: If a 17th digit is accidentallypressed or a pause of more than 30seconds occurs during programming,an error tone will sound. Try again.Each TONE (*) or PAUSE entereduses one of the 16 available memorydigits.Change a Stored NumberReplace a stored number byprogramming a new number in itsplace.Dialing a Number Stored inMemory1. Lift handset. Press TALK.2. With TALK button lit, pressMEMO.3. Press memory location (0-9)assigned to number being called.AntennaMemo Button : Press to storephone numbers in memory or tocall a number you have stored.Receiver Volume Control :Adjust Listening level from Norm,Mid, or High.Temporary Tone (*) Button :Press to temporarily change thedialing mode from pulse to tone.Talk Button : Lights to indicateline is in use.Charging Contacts : For chargingthe battery in the HANDSET.Channel Button : Press to changethe operating channel when youhear interference.Redial Button : Press to redialthe last number you called.Also can be used to insert aPAUSE in speed dialing of longdistance custom numbers.Mute Button : Press to preventthe caller from hearing outsideconversations.Flash Button : Press to answer anincoming call if you have CallWaiting.
TROUBLESHOOTINGIf you experience difficulty operatingyour cordless phone, try thesuggestions below.If the trouble persists, call theSouthwestern Bell FreedomPhone® Retail Sales Toll Free HelpLine at 1-800-366-0937, Monday-Friday 8:30a.m.-9:00p.m. ESTSaturday 8:30a.m. - 12:30p.m. ESThttp://www.swbfreedomphone.comThe unit will not operate/nodial tone:!Make sure TALK BUTTON is lit.!Make sure AC adaptor is pluggedinto base unit and wall outlet.!Make sure telephone line cord isplugged into wall jack.!Make sure base antenna is inupright position.!Make sure handset battery is fullycharged.!Make sure you have selectedcorrect dialing mode, tone (touch)or pulse (rotary).!Make sure you are within usablerange of the base station.!Reset security code by placinghandset in base for 5-10 seconds.The phone does not ringwhen you receive a call:!Make sure the RINGER switch onbase is turned ON.!Make sure AC adaptor is pluggedinto base unit and wall outlet.!Make sure telephone line cord isplugged into wall jack.!Make sure you are within usablerange of the base station.!You might have too manyextension phones on your line. Tryunplugging a few.Noise, static, interferenceor other calls heard whileusing handset:!Try changing channels.!Make sure base antenna is inupright position.!Make sure you are within usablerange of the base station.!Make sure AC adaptor is notplugged into wall outlet with otherappliances.!Try relocating base unit to anotherlocation.!Make sure handset battery is fullycharged.Phone will not hold charge:!Make sure charging contacts onthe handset and base are free ofdust and dirt. Clean contacts witha soft cloth.!Make sure CHARGE LED on baseis lit when handset is in cradle.!If necessary, replace handsetbattery. (See Handset BatteryCharging)Difficulty in placing orreceiving calls:!Move closer to base and try again.!If moving closer doesn’t work, youmay have lost security code.Reset code by placing handsetback on base for 5-10 seconds.(See Security Code section)!Make sure you have selectedcorrect dialing mode, tone orpulse.!Make sure AC adaptor is notplugged into wall outlet with otherappliances. Disconnect for 5-10seconds then reconnect. Placehandset back on base and thenreplug AC adaptor.!Make sure handset battery is fullycharged.
INSTALLATIONCAUTION1. Never install a telephone during a lightning storm.2. Never install a telephone in a wet location.3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals.4. Use caution when installing a telephone line.120 Volt Outlet /Telephone Jack1. This phone requires a modularphone jack (RJ11) and astandard 120 volt outlet.2. Plug phone directly into outlet.3. Do not plug other appliances intooutlet or have outlet controlled bya wall switch.Desk Top Installation1. Plug the line cord into modularjack.2. Press until locking lever clicks.3. Connect AC adaptor into back ofunit and plug directly intostandard 120 volt outlet.Wall Mount InstallationBase unit may be mounted on astandard wall plate.1. Insert AC adaptor into back ofbase unit.2. Plug the line cord into modularjack.3. Detach the base mount bracketand reinstall it into wall mountposition.4. Mount base on wall plate studsand gently press until the unitlocks in place.5. Plug AC adaptor directly intostandard 120 volt outlet.Standard OutletAC AdaptorModular JackAC Adaptor JackTelephone Line Cord
INSTALLATIONAntennasAdjust base antenna to uprightposition.Set Tone/Pulse SwitchSet switch (back of base) to correctdialing mode TONE or PULSE.Please check with local phonecompany if uncertain of type ofservice.Ringer On/OffSet switch (back of base) to ON orOFF. Ringer switch must be ON forhandset to ring during incomingcalls.Receiver Volume ControlSet switch (left side of handset) toNorm, Mid or High.Handset Battery ChargingThe battery pack in the handset mustbe fully charged 10-14 hours beforeusing the telephone for the first time.1. Place handset in base. TheCHARGE LED on base will light.2. After batteries are fully charged,check for dial tone by pressingTALK on handset.3. When handset battery gets low,there will be 2 beeps every 30seconds. The TALK BUTTON willflash. Return to cradle forcharging.4. If battery becomes low while youare on a call, you will bedisconnected after about 2minutes. Terminate the call quicklyand recharge battery.Dual ChargingThe FF2100 is specially designedwith a dual charge feature. Thebattery pack will charge whether thehandset is placed on the base facingup or facing into the base.To recharge battery pack, placehandset in base and:1. Make sure contact points aretouching and CHARGE LED is lit.2. Be careful not to short battery withconducting materials such asrings, bracelets and keys.Replace battery every 2 years. Useonly a Southwestern Bell FreedomPhone® approved NiCd battery inyour cordless phone.To Replace Battery:1.Removebattery cover.2.Remove oldbattery.3.Plug the cordof the batterypack into thehandset andplace thebattery in thecase.4.Slide batterycover until itclicks in place.Charge 10-14hours beforefirst use.Base AntennaCharging ContactsIn Use/Charge LightPage Button
STOP — don't take the unit back to the store.LOOK — for the toll-free "help" telephone numberLISTEN — as our experts talk you through the problemFor immediate answers to your questions regarding operation, missing parts or installation, call the Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® Retail Sales Help Line:1-800-366-0937Monday - Friday 8:30a.m. - 9:00p.m. ESTSaturday 8:30a.m. - 12:30p.m. ESThttp://www.swbfreedomphone.comSouthwestern BellFreedom Phone®Fold open this manual for information about thistelephone’s installation and operation.Please read the Important Safety Instructionsincluded in this manual.User’s Manual for Cordless TelephoneFF2100ATSOUTHWESTERN BELL FREEDOM PHONE®7475 North Glen Harbor Boulevard, Glendale, AZ 85307FF2100AT IB- 3885C Printed in China

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