VTech Telecommunications 80-5735-02 900MHz/5.8GHz Cordless Phone User Manual EL42208 manual 091908 ES2 0

VTech Telecommunications Ltd 900MHz/5.8GHz Cordless Phone EL42208 manual 091908 ES2 0

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User’s manualEL42208/EL42308/EL42408/EL422585.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVEMENU / SELTRANSFERMENU / SELTRANSFER
Model #: EL42208/EL42308/EL42408/EL42258Type: 5.8GHz cordless telephone/answering systemSerial #: (found on the bottom of the telephone base)Purchase date: Place of purchase:Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the bottom of the telephone base.Congratulations on purchasing yournew AT&T product.Before using this AT&T product, pleaseread the Important safety instructionson pages 52-54 of this manual.Please thoroughly read the user’smanual for all the feature operationsand troubleshooting information necessary to installand operate your newAT&T product. You can also visit ourwebsite at www.telephones.att.comor call 1 (800) 222-3111.In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.The ENERGY STAR R program (www.energystar.gov) recognizes and encourages the use of products that save energy and help protect our environment. We are proud to mark this product with the ENERGY STAR R label indicating it meets the latest energy efficiency guidelines.© 2008 Advanced American Telephones. All rights reserved.AT&T and the AT&T logo are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property II, L.P. d/b/a AT&T Intellectual Property licensed to Advanced American Telephones. Printed in China.
See page 9for easy instructions.You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone.If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack (page 6). The filter will prevent noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the handset or base display - remove it before use.For customer service or product information, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully:• Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery (part number 89-1332-00-00) or equivalent. To order a replacement battery, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. Like other batteries of this type, it could explode if burned. Check with local codes for special disposal instructions.• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit. Do not allow conductive materials such as rings, bracelets, or keys to touch the battery. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm.• Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.• Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and battery charger.• Do not disassemble your telephone. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer to qualified service personnel for servicing.STOP!
Parts checklistSave your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.Your telephone contains the following items:Telephone base Battery for cordless handset(2 for EL42208) (2 for EL42258)(3 for EL42308)(4 for EL42408)Power adapter for telephone baseTelephone line cordBattery compartment cover(2 for EL42208)(2 for EL42258)(3 for EL42308)(4 for EL42408)Cordless handset(2 for EL42208)(2 for EL42258)(3 for EL42308)(4 for EL42408)User's manual Quick start guideREMOVEMENU / SELTRANSFERRECORDANNC.Charger for cordless handset with power adapter installed(1 for EL42208)(1 for EL42258)(2 for EL42308)(3 for EL42408)User’s manualEL42208/EL42308/EL42408/EL422585.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVEMENU / SELTRANSFERMENU / SELTRANSFERQuick start guideEL42208/EL42308/EL42408/EL422585.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVEMENU / SELTRANSFERMENU / SELTRANSFER
Getting startedQuick reference guide handset ..............................................2 telephone base ..............................3Handset main menu ..........................4Telephone base & charger installation .......................................5Installation options ............................7Battery installation & charging ....9Telephone operationSettings ................................................. 11Basic operation ................................. 14Options while on calls ................... 17 Call transfer for EL42208/EL42258 .................... 18 Call transfer for EL42308 ............ 19 Call transfer for EL42408 ............ 20DirectoryDirectory ............................................... 21Speed dial ............................................ 22New directory entries .................... 23Directory search ............................... 25Change or dial entries ................... 26Caller ID operationCaller ID history ................................ 27Review the call history .................. 30Delete call history entries ........... 31Add entries to the directory ....... 32Answering systemAnswering system...............................33Day & time announcements ..........34Outgoing announcements ..............35Changing feature options ...............36Message playback...............................37Record & play memos ......................38Message counter displays ..............39Answering system mode .................40Remote access .....................................41AppendixScreen icons, indicator lights & tones ...............................................42Handset display screen messages ..........................................43Troubleshooting ...................................45Important safety instructions ........52FCC part 68 & ACTA ..........................55FCC part 15 ............................................57Limited warranty ................................. 58Technical specifications ................... 61Index ..........................................................621Table of contentsUser’s manualEL42208/EL42308/EL42408/EL422585.8 GHz cordless telephone/answering system with caller ID/call waitingRECORDANNC.REMOVEMENU / SELTRANSFER
Quick reference guide - handsetGetting startedREMOVEMENU / SELTRANSFERCID/-VOLUMEWhen in a menu, press to scroll down. When the phone is not in use, press to display call history entries (page 30). While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left. During a call, press to decrease listening volume.DIR /VOLUME+When in a menu, press to scroll up. When the phone is not in use, press to display directory entries (page 25). While entering names, press to advance the cursor. During a call, press to increase listening volume. PHONE/FLASHPress to make or answer a call. During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (page 17).CHAN/REMOVEWhen on a call, press to scan for a clearer channel when there is static or interference on the line (page 17). When the phone is not in use, press to delete the displayed caller ID entry (page 31), or press and hold to delete all caller ID entries when the phone is not in use (page 31).OFF/CLEARDuring a call, press to hang up (page 14). While using menus, press to cancel an operation, or exit the menu.MENU/SEL/TRANSFERPress to display menu. Press to store a programming option. During a call, press to transfer a call between handsets (pages 18-20).MUTEWhile on a call, press to mute the microphone. Press again to resume your conversation (page 17).REDIAL/PAUSEWhen the phone is not in use, Press repeatedly to display the last five numbers called (page 15). While dialing or entering numbers to the directory, press to insert a four-second dialing pause (page 24).CHARGEThe light is on when a cordless handset is properly positioned to charge in the telephone base or charger.2
3Quick reference guide - telephone baseGetting startedRECORDANNC.RECORDANNC.SETUPPress to review or change answering system options (page 36).DELETEPress to delete message currently playing; press twice to delete all old messages while the phone is not in use (page 37).ANNC. Press to review or record announcement; press again to quit (page 35).RECORDPress to record a memo (page 38) or after pressing ANNC. to record an outgoing announcement (page 35). ON/OFFPress to turn answering system on or off (page 40).REPEATPress to repeat message; press twice to play previous message (page 37). PLAY/STOPPress to start or stop message playback (page 37).VOL Press to adjust playback volume (page 37).SKIPPress to skip message (page 37).CLOCKPress to review or set clock (page 34).MESSAGE COUNTERNumber of messages (or during playback, message number currently playing).HANDSET LOCATORPress to make the handset beep when a handset is not on the telephone base (page 16).IN USE• On steady when a handset is in use.• Flashes quickly while an incoming call is ringing.Answering System Functions
Getting startedHandset main menu To enter the main menu:1. Press MENU/SEL when the handset is not in use.2. Press CID or DIR to select a handset feature menu, then press MENU/SEL to enter that menu.To return to the idle mode, press OFF/CLEAR.DIRECTORYDIRECTORY allows you to store and search for names and numbers (page 21).SPEED DIAL allows you to store or dial a number in a speed dial location (page 22).RINGER allows you to set the ringer (page 12).RINGER VOL allows you to set the ringer volume (page 12).DATE/TIME allows you to set the date and time (page 13).DIAL MODE allows you to set tone or pulse dialing (page 11).HOME AREA CODE allows you to set your home area code (page 13).LANGUAGE allows you to set your handset display language (page 11).LANGUAGEHOME AREA CODEDIAL MODE: TONEDATE/TIMERINGER VOL: HIRINGER: 1SPEED DIAL4
5Telephone base & charger installationThe telephone base can be placed on a flat surface or vertically mounted on the wall (page 7). For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in a central and open location.Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:• Communication devices such as: personal computers, computer routers, television sets, VCRs, wireless routers (wireless broadband, wi-fi, or 802.11) or other cordless telephones.• Excessive heat sources.• Noise sources such as a window with traffic outside, motors, microwave ovens, refrigerators, or fluorescent lighting.• Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.• Excessive moisture.• Extremely low temperature.• Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of the washing machine or work bench.Getting started

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