® JB DIALOGUE JB-20 The Big Button Phone Operating Instructions English ©AMERIPHONE, Inc., 12082 Western Avenue, Garden Grove, California 92841 (714) 897-1111 or (800) 772-2889 TTY/TDD (714) 897-0808 or (800) 874-3005 VOICE (714) 897-4703 Fax email: ameriphone@ameriphone.com web: www.ameriphone.com M10600 © AMERIPHONE, Inc.
Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. Observe all warnings and other markings on the product. 2. During thunderstorms, avoid using telephones except cordless models. There may be a slight chance of electric shock from lightning. 3. Do not use a telephone near a gas leak.
Contents CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ..................................................................2 CHAPTER 2: PACKAGE CHECKLIST ..........................................................2 CHAPTER 3: FEATURES IDENTIFICATION ..............................................3 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION ......................................................................4 Desk mounting ......................................................................4 Wall mounting .........................................
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for selecting the amplified telephone DIALOGUE JB-20 from Ameriphone. These Operating Instructions and the associated Quick Operating Guide provide you with the information you need to use your DIALOGUE JB-20 effectively and safely. Read this manual thoroughly before using your telephone. Keep the manual near the telephone for easy reference.
CHAPTER 3 FEATURES IDENTIFICATION Ringer control switch (volume) Audio Output jack Tone / Pulse switch Emergency buttons Braille characters Raised letters for easy identification REDIAL button MEMORY button HANDSET VOL control (volume) FLASH button PROG button (program) HOLD button RINGER TONE selector Fig.
CHAPTER 4 INSTALLATION Desk Mounting 1. Plug in the long phone cord. Wall Mounting 1. Pull the handset hook out and reverse its position so that the hook points up. 2. Plug the handset cord into the telephone. Fig. 4 - Reversing the hook Fig.3 - Connections and installation 2. Install the Base Plate by sliding the small tabs into the upper slots. Push on the bottom of the Base Plate until it snaps into place. 3. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. 4. Your DIALOGUE JB-20 is ready to use.
CHAPTER 4 (CONTINUED) 3. Plug in the short phone cord. 4. Align the posts on the wall mount with the holes in back of the DIALOGUE JB20 . Slide the phone down on the posts to secure it. CHAPTER 5 OPERATING YOUR DIALOGUE JB-20 Dialing Pick up the handset and dial like any other telephone. If you read Braille, you can use the small bump on the 5 button to help identify correct buttons. You can also use the Braille characters on the buttons to find the letters on each button.
CHAPTER 5 (CONTINUED 2. To return to your call, pick up the handset. Fig. 8 - Adjusting the call volume Ringer Volume Adjust the RINGER volume control to suit your hearing. Note: When the DIALOGUE JB20 is on HOLD, if you pick up another phone that is on the same line, the DIALOGUE JB20 will automatically hang up. You can continue your call on the other phone. Last Number Redial Lift the handset and press the REDIAL button to dial the last number you dialed. Fig. 9 - Ringer volume Hold 1.
CHAPTER 5 (CONTINUED 1. Lift the handset and press the PROG button. Fig. 12 - Prog button 2. Enter the phone number as you would normally dial it. 4. Press one of the Emergency buttons. Fig. 15 - Emergency button 5. Hang up the handset. 6. The number is now stored into the Emergency button you selected. Fig. 13 - Telephone keypad 7. To change a stored number or to program another memory button, repeat this process from step 1. 3. Press PROG button again. Dialing With An Emergency Button 1.
CHAPTER 5 (CONTINUED) Programming Frequently Dialed Numbers 6. The number is now stored into the number button you selected. 1. Lift the handset and press the PROG button. 7. To change a stored number or to program another memory button, repeat this process from step 1. Memory Dialing Fig. 16 - Prog button 2. Enter the phone number as you would normally dial it. Fig. 17 - Telephone keypad 3. Press the PROG button again. 4. Press MEMORY, then one of the number buttons: 0, 1, 2, 3, etc.
CHAPTER 5 (CONTINUED) Direct Audio Output The AUDIO OUTPUT socket allows you to connect the DIALOGUE JB20 to a hearing aid, cochlear implant or other assistive listening devices. AUDIO Connecting the speech processor: Plug the mono end of the plug into the speech processor. Plug the stereo end of the plug into the Audio Output socket on the phone. Speak into the handset when using the Cochlear Implant Adapter Cord.
CHAPTER 6 TEXT TROUBLESHOOTING If any problem should arise during operation of your DIALOGUE JB-20, go through the suggestions listed below. Should the difficulty persist, contact Ameriphone or your authorized dealer for assistance. 10 SYMPTOM CAUSE AND CORRECTIVE ACTION No dial tone Check all phone cord connections. No number dialed when memory button pressed No number stored in that memory button.
CHAPTER 7 FCC INFORMATION The DIALOGUE JB-20 has been registered with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and complies with the standards in Part 68 of the FCC Rules. FCC compliant telephone cords and modular plugs are provided with this telephone. Your telephone company is required by the FCC to allow you to connect FCC registered telephone equipment to their telephone lines.
CHAPTER 8 TEXT WARRANTY This warranty applies only to Ameriphone products that are purchased and used in the United States or Canada. Ameriphone warrants the DIALOGUE JB-20 . telephone against any defect in materials or workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase. If your Ameriphone product is defective and returned within 30 days of the date of purchase, your DIALOGUE JB-20 . dealer will replace it at no charge.
CHAPTER 9 TEXT SPECIFICATIONS DECIBEL GAIN Maximum gain: 18dB PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS Size: 9.5" x 7" x 3.25" Weight: 2.52 lbs. INDEX Audio output jack........................9 Base plate, removal ....................4 Desk mounting ............................4 Dial modes Pulse ......................................3 Tone ......................................3 Handset Volume control..............5 Hold ............................................6 Light indicator........................6 Installation .....
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