User’s manual 5.
Congratulations on your purchase of this AT&T product. Before using this telephone system, you must read Important safety instructions on pages 45 to 47 of this manual. NEED HELP? Our representatives are here to help you with any questions concerning the operation of this product, available accessories, or any other related issues. Call toll free 1 (800) 222-3111 In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268 or visit our website at www.telephones.att.com Model no.: AT&T E5945B Product name: 5.
IMPORTANT Information about caller ID with call waiting This product has a caller ID with call waiting feature that works with service from your local telephone service provider. Caller ID with call waiting lets you see who is calling before answering the telephone, even when on another call. You may need to change your phone service to use this feature. Contact your phone service provider if: • You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service).
You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. STOP! See page 7 for easy instructions. For customer service or product information, visit our web site at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, call 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 replacement battery 3301 (SKU 91076. Part number 80-5071-00-00).
User’s manual 5.8 GHz Cordless Telephone/Answering System E5945B with caller ID & call waiting Table of contents Getting started Dial from the call log.........................26 Delete call log entries........................27 Add entries to the directory.............28 Quick reference guide......................... 2 Parts checklist....................................... 4 Before you begin................................... 5 Telephone base installation.................
Getting started Quick reference guide Cordless handset PHONE/FLASH Press to make or answer a call. During a call, press to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated (see page 14). SELECT/TRANSFER Press to store a programming option (see page 10-11). During a call, press to transfer a call between cordless handsets (see page 15). CID V While in menus, press to scroll down. When the telephone is not in use, press to display call log entries (see page 25).
Getting started Quick reference guide Telephone base CHARGE/IN USE HANDSET LOCATOR Flashes when one of the cordless handsets is in use. On steady when the cordless handset is properly positioned to be charged in the telephone base. Flashes when there is an incoming call. Press to page the cordless handsets if none of the handsets are in the telephone base. Press again to cancel the page.
Getting started Parts checklist Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service.
Getting started Before you begin Caller ID and call waiting Telephone operating range The caller ID with call waiting features in this telephone let you see who's calling before answering the telephone, even when on another call. These features require services provided by your local telephone company. The cordless telephone handset operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Getting started Telephone base installation Install the telephone base as shown below. Choose a location within the home: • away from any other cordless (wireless) device such as cordless telephones, 802.11 wireless router (for example, WiFi), and • away from other electronic equipment, microwave oven, television, computer, etc. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust, and moisture.
Getting started Battery installation & charging Press in and downward on the tab to open the battery compartment cover. Plug the battery connector into the handset battery compartment, matching the color coded label. Place the battery and wires in the compartment. Slide the battery compartment cover up until it clicks into place. After battery installation, place the cordless handset in the telephone base or charger and allow to charge for at least 16 hours before use.
Getting started Wall mounting The telephone base can be installed on any standard telephone outlet as shown below. Choose a location away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, computer routers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. 1) Connect the telephone line cord and the power adapter to the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base and the modular telephone wall jack, as shown on page 6.
Getting started Belt clip & optional headset Snap belt clip into notches on side of cordless handset. Rotate and pull to remove. For hands-free telephone conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset. Plug 2.5 mm headset into the jack on the side of the cordless handset (beneath small rubber flap).
Telephone operation Cordless handset programming Each cordless handset operates as an individual unit. The ringer sound, ringer volume, date/time, dial mode and language must be programmed separately for each cordless handset. Follow the steps below to program the cordless handset. To stop at any time, press OFF/CLEAR. Choose cordless handset ringer sound 1. Press MENU to begin programming. 2. Press CIDV or ^DIR until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting. 3.
Telephone operation Cordless handset programming Choose dial mode DIAL MODE: TONE The dial mode defaults to TONE. If you do not have touch tone service, you will need to change the setting to PULSE by following these steps: 1. Press MENU. 2. Press CIDV or ^DIR until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the current setting. 3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to change the current setting. 4. Press CIDV or ^DIR to display TONE or PULSE. 5. Press SELECT/TRANSFER to choose displayed dial mode and exit.
Telephone operation Basic cordless handset operation Making and answering calls To answer an incoming call, press PHONE/FLASH (or any key except OFF/CLEAR, CIDV or ^DIR). To make a call, press � PHONE/FLASH, then dial a number. Press OFF/CLEAR or place the cordless handset back in the base or charger to hang up. To preview numbers before dialing, enter numbers first, then press PHONE/FLASH to dial. Press CIDV anytime to make corrections when entering numbers.
Telephone operation Base operation Handset Locator Press to page all cordless handsets for up to 60 seconds. Press again, then press PHONE/FLASH on the cordless handset, or place the cordless handset in the telephone base to cancel the page. NOTES: 1. Pressing OFF/CLEAR on any cordless handset will silence the ringer on that cordless handset, but will not cancel the page. 2. If one of the cordless handsets is charging in the telephone base, pressing HANDSET LOCATOR does not generate a paging tone.
Telephone operation Options while on calls Volume control While on a call, press the CIDV and ^DIR buttons on the cordless handset to adjust the listening volume. V^ Volume Flash Tone Channel Call waiting If you have subscribed to call waiting service from the local telephone service provider, there will be a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. The telephone number of the new incoming call will also be displayed on the screen.
Telephone operation Call transfer Call transfer During a conversation, you can transfer the call to another cordless handset. • Press SELECT/TRANSFER to transfer the external call to another cordless handset. You will see ENTER 14. After entering the destination handset number, the cordless handset will display CALL TRANSFERRED and the selected handset will begin ringing. • To answer the call, press PHONE/FLASH. NOTES: 1.
Directory Memory capacity PAT JOHNSON 5550100 Each cordless handset has its own directory. Each directory can store up to 30 entries (including nine speed dial locations). Each entry can contain a number up to 24 digits, and a name up to 15 letters. A convenient search feature can help find and dial numbers quickly (see page 21). NOTES: 1. Each cordless handset has its own directory. Making changes to the directory of one handset will not affect the directories of the other handsets. 2.
Directory NOTE: If all memory locations are in use, an error tone will sound when entering a number. This means the memory is full, and you will not be able to store a new number until an existing one is deleted. Speed dial On the cordless handset, the numbers called most frequently can be stored in speed dial locations 1-9 and dialed with only two button presses. You can enter nine speed dial numbers of up to 24 digits. Each number is stored in a one-digit speed dial location (1-9).
Directory 1. Speed dial MENU DIRECTORY To enter a speed dial number 1. Press MENU. 2. ^DIR 2. Press ^DIR to display SPEED DIAL. 3. Press SELECT/TRANSFER. SPEED DIAL 4. Press dial pad to choose speed dial location (1-9). 3. SELECT/TRANSFER 5. Enter a name up to 15 characters (see page 19), then press SELECT/TRANSFER. 6. Enter a telephone number up to 24 digits (see page 20), then press SELECT/TRANSFER. ENTER 1-9 7. Choose distinctive ringing (yes or no) by pressing CIDV or ^DIR.
Directory NOTE: If all memory locations are in use, an error tone will sound when entering a number. This means the memory is full, and you will not be able to store a new number until an existing one is deleted. Entering names into directory To enter a name • Press MENU. • Press SELECT/TRANSFER to confirm. • The screen will show ENTER NAME. 1.
4. Directory SELECT/TRANSFER Entering numbers into directory ENTER NUMBER To enter a number Use the dial pad to enter up to 24 digits. When the number is complete, press SELECT/TRANSFER. 5. Options while entering numbers: MUTE CHAN REDIAL PAT JOHNSON 5556789_ 6. SELECT/TRANSFER • Press CIDV to erase digits if you make a mistake. • Press REDIAL/PAUSE to enter a four-second dialing pause. The P will be inserted. • When finished entering the telephone number, press SELECT/TRANSFER to confirm.
Directory 1. ^DIR DIRECTORY 2. ^DIR ADAM 5551234 To display first entry ^DIR Directory search Follow the steps on the left to browse through the directory or search to find a specific entry. You can press OFF/CLEAR anytime to exit the directory. To browse through the directory To browse, press ^DIR then press CIDV or ^DIR to scroll through all entries one by one. A D appears in the display of each entry that has been assigned a distinctive ring (see page 20).
Directory 1. ^DIR DIRECTORY 2. ^DIR ADAM Changing directory entries When any entry is displayed, press SELECT/TRANSFER to see options. Press CIDV or^DIR to highlight the desired option (blinking text), then press SELECT/ TRANSFER again to select it. 5551234 3. SELECT/TRANSFER SPEED EDIT ERASE 5551234 To edit an entry When EDIT is blinking, press SELECT/TRANSFER. You can change the name and number (or distinctive ring setting on the cordless handset) by following the steps described on pages 19-20.
Caller ID operation How caller ID works PAT JOHNSON * 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06am If you subscribe to the caller ID service provided by your local telephone company, information about each caller will be displayed between the first and second ring. An asterisk means the same caller has called more than once consecutively.
Caller ID operation About names PAT JOHNSON * 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06am Names of callers will be displayed only if this information is provided by your local telephone company. If the telephone number of the person calling matches a number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen will match the name entered into the directory. (Example: If Christine Smith calls, her name will appear as CHRIS if this is how it is entered in the directory.
1. Caller ID operation CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new 2. 03 V CID CHRIS WILLIAMS 908-555-1234 8/12 9:53 am new 3. 02 V MARK CLAYTON 908-555-5678 am new 4. The call log review displays the caller ID in reverse chronological order, with the latest one (the one with the highest number) first. When the telephone is not in use, press VCID to display information about the most recent caller.
1. Caller ID operation CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new 2. 03 PHONE/FLASH PHONE ON 00:10 Dial from the call log When any caller ID screen is displayed, press PHONE/FLASH, or press SELECT/TRANSFER then CIDV and SELECT/TRANSFER to dial the number exactly as it appears on the screen. 9085550100 Dialing options Caller ID numbers may appear with an area code that may not be required for local calls. - OR- 1. CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new 2. 03 Example: # CIDV....
1. Caller ID operation CIDV PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 03 am new 2. V CID CHRIS WILLIAMS 908-555-1234 8/12 9:53 am new 3. 02 DELETE 908-555-5678 am new To delete a single call log entry Press CIDV to display the first caller ID listing. Use the ^DIR or CIDV keys to find the entry to be deleted, then press DELETE. When the entry is deleted, the next oldest record is displayed.
Caller ID operation 1. CIDV Add entries to the directory PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new 2. 03 SELECT/TRANSFER DIAL PROGRAM 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06 am new 3. 03 SELECT/TRANSFER PAT JOHNSON 9085550100 8/12 10:06 am new 03 Edit name as desired 4. When any caller ID screen is displayed, follow the steps on the left to enter it into the telephone directory. Both the caller’s name and telephone number will be entered as they appear in the call log.
16 Answering system operation Message capacity Message window Number of messages waiting (or during playback, message number currently playing) The answering system can record up to 96 messages, depending on the length of each message. Individual messages can be up to four minutes long, and the total maximum recording time is 15 minutes. Messages will remain available for replay until they are deleted. Press to start or stop message playback (see page 33).
Answering system operation Day and time announcements 16 To set day and time Before playing each message, the answering system announces the day and time the message was received. 1. Press CLOCK The system announces the current clock setting, then announces "To set the clock, press CLOCK." 2. Press CLOCK The system will announce the current day setting, then announces "To change the day, press SKIP or REPEAT , to change the hour, press CLOCK." 3.
Answering system operation 16 Outgoing announcements Outgoing announcements are the messages callers hear when calls are answered by the answering system. Elapsed recording time (in seconds). 1. Press to stop recording. ANNC “Announcement. Press PLAY or press RECORD.” 2. (PLAY/STOP) (Plays announcement previously recorded). NOTE: Press ANNC to exit the announcement programming. To play your outgoing announcement Press ANNC, and you will hear "Announcement. Press PLAY or press RECORD.
Answering system operation Changing feature options 16 1. Setup features can be changed to program how the answering system operates. Press SETUP repeatedly to hear each feature. When you hear the feature you want to modify, press SKIP or REPEAT to change the setting. SETUP Press until the desired feature is heard (see list on right). 2. 3. SKIP or REPEAT Press until the desired selection is heard. Feature options (Default settings underlined).
Number of messages waiting (or during playback, message number currently playing). Answering system operation Message playback Press PLAY/STOP to listen to messages. The system announces the number of messages, then begins playback. If there are have new messages waiting, only the new messages (oldest first) will be played back. If there are no new messages, the system will play back all messages (oldest first). 16 Press PLAY/STOP to begin or end message playback. 1.
Answering system operation 16 Elapsed recording time (in seconds). 1. Recording and playing memos Press to stop recording. To record a memo RECORD “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.” 2. Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and deleted exactly like incoming messages. You can record a memo as a reminder to yourself, or leave a message for someone else if other members of your household use the same answering system. Speak into microphone.
Answering system operation 16 Message window displays The message counter usually displays the total number of memos and incoming messages. See the list below for explanations of other displays in this counter. Message window Message counter displays 0 No messages. 1-96 Total number of messages/memos (flashes if there are unheard messages), or message number currently playing (flashes while unheard messages playing).
1. Dial your telephone number from any touch tone phone. 2. When system answers, enter your two-digit remote access code (19 unless you have changed it). 3. Enter remote commands (see list at right). 4. Hang up to end call and save all undeleted messages. Answering system operation Remote access Use the remote access feature to check your messages while you are away by calling your home phone number from any touch tone phone outside of your home.
Appendix Display screen messages, lights and tones Screen display messages CONNECTING... CONNECTING... The cordless handset is waiting for a dial tone. ** RINGING ** There is a call coming in. ** PAGING ** The cordless handset locator has been activated (All cordless handsets beep to help you locate them). NEEDS RECHARGING Cordless handset battery is depleted. Place cordless handset in base or charger to charge the battery. BATTERY LOW Cordless handset battery is low.
Appendix Display screen messages, lights and tones Alert tones “Beep-Beep...Beep-Beep...” (Double beep every 5 seconds) Cordless handset battery is low. Place cordless handset in the telephone base to charge the battery. “Beep-Beep-Beep-Beep-Beep” (5 quick beeps) Error tone (current operation has been unsuccessful; try again). “Beeeeeeeeep” (1 long beep) Confirmation tone (current operation has been successfully completed).
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our web site at www.telephones.att.com, or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268. My phone doesn’t work at all. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in. • Make sure that the battery wire is securely plugged into the cordless handset. • Make sure the telephone line cord is securely plugged into the telephone base and the telephone wall jack.
Appendix Troubleshooting My cordless handset beeps five times and isn’t performing normally. OTHER HANDSET ON (and then) OR OUT OF RANGE displays on my cordless handset. The batteries will not hold a charge. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug the unit into a different, working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. It might have moved out of range. • Reset the telephone base.
Appendix Troubleshooting I get noise, static, or weak signal even when I’m near the base. • Other cordless telephones and 802.11 wireless routers used for home computer networks both use internal radios to communicate. The radios may interfere with one another. You can improve the performance of your cordless telephones and your router by: a.
Appendix Troubleshooting I hear noise in the • Make sure the power cord is plugged in securely. cordless handset, and none of the keys works. My cordless handset does not ring when I receive a call. • Make sure that the ringer is not turned off. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this user’s manual. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged securely into the telephone base and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in.
Appendix Troubleshooting • • • The charge light is off. • • • • If your telephone is plugged in with a modem or surge protector, plug the telephone (or modem/surge protector) into a different location. If this solves the problem, re-locate your telephone or modem farther apart from one another, or use a different surge protector. Relocate your telephone base to a higher location. It will have better reception when installed in a high area.
Appendix Troubleshooting Incomplete messages. • • • • If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the system disconnects the call after four minutes. If the caller pauses for more than six seconds, the system stops recording and disconnects the call. If the system’s memory becomes full during a message, the system stops recording and disconnects the call. If the the caller's voice is very soft, the system may stop recording and disconnects the call.
Appendix Important safety instructions 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.
Appendix Important safety instructions 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 cordless handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your conversations on the cordless telephone be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset.
Appendix Important safety instructions Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers Cardiac pacemakers (applies only to 900 MHz 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.
Appendix 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 local telephone company upon request.
Appendix 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.
Appendix Limited warranty The AT&T brands are used under license. Any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: Advanced American Telephones, 1 (800) 222-3111 or www.telephones.att.com. In Canada, call 1 (866) 2884268. 1.
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Appendix Technical specifications RF Frequency band (cordless handset to base) 5863.8MHz — 5872.5MHz RF Frequency band (base to cordless handset) 912.75MHz — 917.10MHz Channels 30 Modulation FM Operating temperature 32°F — 122°F 0°C – 50°C Base unit voltage (AC Voltage, 60Hz) 104 — 129 Vrms Base Unit Voltage (DC adapter output) 9V DC @400 mA Handset voltage 3.1 — 4.
Appendix Index A AC adapter, 6 Alert tones, 38 Answering calls, 12 Answering system, 29-36 Incoming call log, 23 Incoming calls, answering, 12 Indicator lights, 38 L Last number redial, 12 Low battery, 7 B Battery charging, 7 Battery installation, 7 Belt clip, 9 M Making calls, 12 Menus, 10-11 Messages, 33 C Call waiting, 14 Call transfer, 15 Caller ID, 23 add entries to phone directory, 28 delete entries, 27 dial entries, 26 D Delete call log entries, 27 Delete redial entries, 12 Dialing, from a calle
Appendix Remote access wallet card Use the wallet card below to help you remember commands to control your answering system from any touch-tone telephone. Cut along dotted line. Call your phone number, then enter your two-digit access code (preset to 19). Fold here. Action Remote command Play all messages........................ Play new messages.................... Delete the message.................. Delete all old messages........... Repeat a message...................... Stop....................
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