VTech Telecommunications 80-7301-00 1.9GHz CORDLESS PHONE User Manual
VTech Telecommunications Ltd 1.9GHz CORDLESS PHONE Users Manual
Users Manual
User’s manual
CL84100/CL84200/CL84300
DECT 6.0 corded/cordless
telephone/answering system
with caller ID/call waiting
Getting started
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Backup batteries installation and use
In the event of a power failure, your telephone can still operate with limited
functions if there are backup batteries (purchased separately) installed in
the telephone base. If a power failure happens during a call on the corded
handset, the call continues (at the lowest volume) until you hang up; while a
call on the cordless handset or speakerphone disconnects immediately.
During a power failure, you can still make and answer calls using the corded
handset. However, you cannot make or answer calls on the cordless handset
or speakerphone.
If power resumes while you are on a call, the call continues and the
telephone resets once you hang up.
Follow the steps below to install backup batteries.
2. Press the tab on the base battery
cover (on the bottom of the
telephone base) toward the cover
and swing open the battery door.
3. Insert three new AAA alkaline
batteries, matching the + and
- signs engraved on the telephone
base.
4. Replace the backup battery cover
onto the telephone base; the
cover clicks into place when it is
attached properly.
During a power failure, if the backup batteries are installed, the telephone
base displays CHECK AC POWER.
1. Make sure the telephone line cord
and power adapter cord are not
connected to the telephone base.
NOTES:
1. Use disposable AAA alkaline batteries only. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
2. With backup batteries, the base ringer and the handset listening volume will be at the
lowest setting.
3. We recommend changing the batteries every nine months.
Battery compartment tab
BASE
CHECK AC POWER
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Getting started
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Use only the power adapter(s) supplied with this product. To order a replacement
power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.
2. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor
mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is
plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
Telephone base installation
Install the telephone base as shown below.
The telephone base is ready for tabletop use. If you want to change to wall
mounting, see page 10 for details.
Plug the small end
of the AC power
adapter into the
power jack on
the bottom of the
telephone base.
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Plug one end of
the telephone
line cord into the
telephone jack on
the bottom of the
telephone base.
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Place the cords into
the channels.
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Plug the other
end of the
telephone line
cord into a
telephone jack or
a DSL filter.
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Plug the other
end of the coiled
handset cord
into the jack at
the left of the
telephone base.
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Raise the
antenna.
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Plug the large end of
the AC power adapter
into a power outlet
not controlled by a
wall switch.
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If you have DSL high
speed Internet service,
a DSL filter (not
included) is required.
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Getting started
Charger installation
Install the charger as shown below.
Plug the power adapter into an
electrical outlet not controlled by a
wall switch.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Use only the power adapter(s) supplied with this product. To order a replacement
power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.
2. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor
mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is
plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
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Battery indicators Battery status Action
The screen is blank or shows
Place in charger.
Battery has no or very
little charge. The handset
cannot be used.
Charge without interruption until
the screen shows Low battery or
HANDSET X (at least 30 minutes).
The screen shows
Low battery and flashes.
Battery has enough charge
to be used for a short time.
Charge without interruption until
the screen shows HANDSET X
(at least 30 minutes).
The screen shows
HANDSET X.
Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged,
place it in the telephone base or
charger when not in use.
Battery installation and charging
Install the battery as shown below. Once you have installed the battery, the
screen indicates the battery status (see table below). If necessary, place the
handset in the telephone base or charger to charge the battery. For best
performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in
use. The battery is fully charged after 16 hours of continuous charging. See
the table on page 71 for battery operating times.
If the screen shows Low battery, you need to charge the handset without
interruption for at least 30 minutes to give the handset enough charge to use
the telephone for a short time. The following table summarizes the battery
charge indicators and actions to take.
Step 1
Plug the battery
connector securely
into the socket inside
the handset battery
compartment, matching
the color-coded label.
Insert the supplied
battery with the label
THIS SIDE UP facing up
as indicated.
Step 2
Align the cover flat
against the battery
compartment, then
slide it upwards until
it clicks into place.
NOTE: If you are on a phone call in low battery mode, you hear four short beeps
every minute.
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Battery installation and charging
Step 3
Charge the handset by placing it face forward in the
telephone base or charger. The CHARGE light on the top of
the handset is on during charging.
After you install your telephone or power returns following
a power outage, the handset will prompt you to set the date
and time. For instructions, see Set date/time on page 14. To
skip setting the date and time, press OFF/CLEAR.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery (model BT166342).
To order, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.
2. If you do not use the handset for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery
to prevent possible leakage.
CHARGE light
Getting started
SET DATE
--/--/--
SET TIME
--:-- --
Getting started
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Installation options
The telephone base comes with the mounting bracket already installed
for desktop use. If you want to mount your telephone on a wall, move the
mounting bracket so the telephone can connect with a standard dual-stud
telephone wall-mounting plate. If you do not have this mounting plate, you can
purchase one from many hardware or consumer electronic retailers. You might
need a professional to install the mounting plate.
Tabletop to wall-mount installation
To install the telephone base in the wall-mount position, make sure that you
first unplug all cords connected to the telephone base.
1. Press in as the arrows indicate. The bracket will detach from the telephone
base. Swivel it down into wall-mount position, making sure it clicks into
place.
Table-mount Wall-mount
Side view
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Installation options
2. Connect the telephone line cord and
power adapter cord to the jacks on
the bottom of the telephone base.
Bundle the telephone cord and power
adapter cord, and secure them with a
twist tie. Plug the power adapter and
telephone line into the wall outlets.
3. Place the bundled telephone line
cord and power adapter cord into
the cavity under the telephone
base as shown below. Align the
mounting studs on the telephone
outlet plate with the mounting
holes on the bracket.
4. Remove the corded telephone handset tab from the telephone base, rotate
and replace it to hold the corded handset securely in place when telephone
base is mounted on the wall.
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Installation options
Wall-mount to tabletop installation
To change the telephone base from the wall-mount position to desktop
position:
1. Untie the bundled telephone cord and power adapter cord, and make sure
that you unplug the power adapter and telephone line cord from the wall
outlets before you begin.
2. Remove the telephone base from the wall.
3. Push as indicated by arrows in the illustration until the bracket is released,
and swing it upward until it clicks into the desktop position.
Table-mount
Wall-mount
Side view
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Installation options
4. Connect the telephone line cord and power adapter cord to the jacks on the
bottom of the telephone base. Plug the power adapter and telephone line
into the wall outlets.
5. Remove the corded telephone handset tab, rotate and replace for
desktop use.
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Important safety information
This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may
appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this
product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock.
Safety information
Read and understand all instructions in the user’s manual. Observe all markings on the
product.
Avoid using a telephone during a thunderstorm. There may be a slight chance of electric
shock from lightning.
Do not use a telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak. If you suspect a gas leak, report it
immediately, but use a telephone away from the area where the gas is leaking. If this product
is a cordless model, make sure the telephone base is also away from the area.
Do not use this product near water, or when you are wet. For example, do not use it in a
wet basement or shower, or next to a swimming pool, bathtub, kitchen sink, or laundry tub.
Do not use liquids or aerosol sprays for cleaning. If the product comes in contact with any
liquid, unplug any line or power cord immediately. Do not plug the product back in until it
has dried thoroughly.
Install this product in a protected location where no one can trip over any line or power
cords. Protect cords from damage or abrasion.
If this product does not operate normally, see the Troubleshooting section on pages 55-62
of this user’s manual. If you cannot solve the problem, or if the product is damaged, refer to
the Limited warranty section on pages 68-69. Do not open this product except as directed
in your user’s manual. Opening the product or reassembling it incorrectly may expose you to
hazardous voltages or other risks.
Replace batteries only as described in your user’s manual, see pages 6-7. Do not burn or
puncture batteries — they contain caustic chemicals.
This power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling or an
under-the-table/cabinet outlet.
Caution: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a
replacement, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.
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Important safety information
Especially about cordless telephones
Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some
limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the handset
by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your cordless telephone conversations could
be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this
reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those
on corded telephones.
Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a
working electrical outlet which is not controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made from
the handset if the telephone base is unplugged, switched off or if the electrical power is
interrupted.
Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause
interference to TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do not place the
telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference
is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often
reduce or eliminate the interference.
Rechargeable batteries: This product contains nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries.
Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conductive
material such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause
harm. Observe proper polarity between the battery and the battery charger.
Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do
not burn or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could
release caustic material which could cause injury.
The RBRC™ Seal means that the manufacturer is voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and recycle nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries
when taken out of service within the United States. These batteries may be taken to
a participating local retailer of replacement batteries or recycling center. Or you may
call 1 (800) 8-BATTERY for locations accepting spent Ni-MH batteries.
Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers
Cardiac pacemakers (applies only to digital cordless telephones):
Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a multidisciplinary
evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and implanted cardiac
pacemakers. Supported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, WTR recommends to
physicians that:
Pacemaker patients
Should keep wireless telephones at least six inches from the pacemaker.
Should NOT place wireless telephones directly over the pacemaker, such as in a breast pocket,
when it is turned ON.
Should use the wireless telephone at the ear opposite the pacemaker.
WTR’s evaluation did not identify any risk to bystanders with pacemakers from other persons
using wireless telephones.
Especially about telephone answering systems
Two-way recording: This unit does not sound warning beeps to inform the other party that the
call is being recorded. To ensure that you are in compliance with any federal or state regulations
regarding recording a telephone call, you should start the recording process and then inform the
other party that you are recording the conversation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FCC Part 68 and ACTA
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted
by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of
this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX.
This identifier must be provided to your telephone service provider upon request.
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network
must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by 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. An RJ11 jack should normally be
used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions
in the user’s manual.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you may connect
to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. The REN for this product is
encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the product identifier (e.g., if ## is
03, the REN is 0.3). In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For
more information, please contact your telephone service provider.
This equipment may not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing
equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does
not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable the alarm
equipment, consult your telephone service provider or a qualified installer.
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the
problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the
manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined
under the Limited Warranty.
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone service provider may
temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone service provider is required to
notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as
soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone
service provider is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Your telephone service provider may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or
procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone service
provider is required to notify you if such changes are planned.
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emergency telephone
numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test emergency numbers,
please:
Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up.
Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
Industry Canada
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The term ‘’IC:‘’ before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry
Canada technical specifications were met.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN is an indication
of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The
termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the
requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five.
This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
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FCC Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B
digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These
requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Privacy of
communications may not be ensured when using this telephone.
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. The
handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The telephone base shall be installed
and used such that parts of the user’s body other than the hands are maintained at a distance of
approximately 20 cm (8 inches) or more.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Limited warranty
The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions
about this product should be directed to our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.
1. What does this limited warranty cover?
The manufacturer of this AT&T-branded product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of
purchase (“CONSUMER” or “you”) that the product and all accessories provided in the sales
package (“PRODUCT”) are free from defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the
following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with the
PRODUCT operating instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the CONSUMER for
products purchased and used in the United States of America and Canada.
2. What will be done if the PRODUCT is not free from defects in materials and workmanship
during the limited warranty period (“materially defective PRODUCT”)?
During the limited warranty period, the manufacturer’s authorized service representative will
repair or replace at the manufacturer’s option, without charge, a materially defective PRODUCT.
If the manufacturer repairs the PRODUCT, they may use new or refurbished replacement
parts. If the manufacturer chooses to replace the PRODUCT, they may replace it with a new or
refurbished PRODUCT of the same or similar design. The manufacturer will retain defective parts,
modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of the PRODUCT, at the manufacturer’s option, is
your exclusive remedy. The manufacturer will return repaired or replacement products to you in
working condition. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.
3. How long is the limited warranty period?
The limited warranty period for the PRODUCT extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of
purchase. If the manufacturer repairs or replaces a materially defective PRODUCT under the
terms of this limited warranty, this limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement
PRODUCT for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement PRODUCT
is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year limited warranty; whichever
is longer.
4. What is not covered by this limited warranty?
This limited warranty does not cover:
PRODUCT that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage,
improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water, or
other liquid intrusion; or
PRODUCT that has been damaged due to repair, alteration, or modification by anyone other
than an authorized service representative of the manufacturer; or
PRODUCT to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network
reliability or cable or antenna systems; or
PRODUCT to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-AT&T accessories; or
PRODUCT whose warranty/quality stickers, PRODUCT serial number plates or electronic serial
numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
PRODUCT purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States
of America or Canada, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not
limited to products used for rental purposes); or
PRODUCT returned without valid proof of purchase (see item 6 below); or
Charges for installation or setup, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair
of systems outside the unit.
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Limited warranty
5. How do you get warranty service?
To obtain warranty service, visit www.telephones.att.com or call
1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268.
NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user’s manual; a check of the PRODUCT’s
controls and features may save you a service call.
Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and
transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport
of the PRODUCT(s) to the service location. The manufacturer will return repaired or replaced
PRODUCT under this limited warranty to you. Transportation, delivery or handling charges are
prepaid. The manufacturer assumes no risk for damage or loss of the PRODUCT in transit. If
the PRODUCT failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not
meet the terms of this limited warranty, the manufacturer will notify you and will request
that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the
cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of products that are not covered by this
limited warranty.
6. What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service?
You must:
Return the entire original package and contents including the PRODUCT to the service
location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; and
Include a “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the PRODUCT purchased
(PRODUCT model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and
Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.
7. Other limitations
This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and the manufacturer of
this AT&T branded PRODUCT. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to
this PRODUCT. The manufacturer provides no other warranties for this PRODUCT. The warranty
exclusively describes all of the manufacturer’s responsibilities regarding the PRODUCT. There are
no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty
and you should not rely on any such modification.
State/Provincial Law rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and
merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the PRODUCT is fit for ordinary use) are limited to
one year from date of purchase. Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall the
manufacturer be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages
(including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the PRODUCT or other
associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting
from the use of this PRODUCT. Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Please retain your original sales receipt as proof of purchase.
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Technical specifications
Operation Operating time*
Talk time (cordless handset) Up to seven hours
Talk time (cordless handset speakerphone) Up to five hours
Standby Up to seven days
* Operating times varies depending on your actual use and the age of the battery.
DECT 6.0 digital technology
The AT&T DECT 6.0 products offer unsurpassed range performance and sound clarity. This is
achieved through a unique antenna design and advances in noise-filtering technology. An
independent laboratory has confirmed that AT&T DECT 6.0 products perform up to 45% better
in range competitions. Now calls can be taken in the basement, backyard and garage with
exceptional sound quality.
Telephone operating range
This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate
over only a certain distance — which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and
handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office.
Redefining long range coverage and clarity
This telephone base comes with an antenna which gives much better clarity and covers a longer
range than before.
RF frequency band 1921.536 MHz — 1928.448 MHz
Channels 5
Operating temperature 32°F — 122°F
0°C — 50°C
Telephone base voltage
(AC voltage, 60Hz)
96 - 130 Vrms
Telephone base voltage
(AC adapter output)
6VDC @ 400mA
Handset voltage 2.4 - 3.2 VDC
Charger voltage
(AC adapter output)
6VAC @ 300mA
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