Everyday Phone with basic call blocking Quick Set-up and User Guide Digital Cordless Phone
Important – please read first • Only use the line cord, power supply and rechargeable batteries that come with your phone. • Make sure the power supply is connected to a socket that you know works. • Connect your phone to the power supply and let the batteries charge for 16 hours before connecting your phone to the phone socket. • The base should always be plugged in to the mains power supply.
Check the box contents Handset Base Phone line (this comes already installed) Mains power adaptor (item code 066771) Two rechargeable batteries, AAA NiMH 500mAh (already installed in the handset) If you bought more than one handset you’ll also get: • Extra handset • Charger • Mains power adaptor (item code 066771) • Two rechargeable batteries, AAA NiMH 500mAh (already installed in the handset) Important Only use the mains power adaptors, cables and rechargeable batteries supplied in this box or this
Quick set-up guide 1. Plug in 1. Plug the mains power adaptor into the base, with the cable clipped in the groove provided. 2. Plug the other end of the power adaptor into the wall power socket and switch on. 3. Plug the phone line cord in to the base, but don’t plug the other end into the phone wall socket. Important • Don’t connect the phone line to a phone socket until the handset is fully charged. • The base station should be plugged into the power socket all the time.
Quick set-up guide 2. Charge 1. Activate the batteries by pulling the plastic tab away from the bottom of the handset. Talk/Standby time Under ideal conditions, the handset batteries should give up to 12 hours talk time or 120 hours standby on a single charge. (This doesn’t mean you can unplug the base or leave the handset for this length of time without charge). Rechargeable batteries already fitted Remove this tab and charge batteries for 16 hours before use.
Quick set-up guide Set up for additional handsets (multipacks only) 1. Plug the mains power adaptor into the underside of the charger and plug the other end into the mains wall socket and switch on the power. 2. Activate the batteries as explained on page 5. 3. Place the handset on the charger to charge for 16 hours. Everyday Phone Twin Additional Handset Charger BT Helpline 0800 218 2182 Use power supply unit item code 066771 ITEM CODE: 090662 S/N: XXXXXXXXXX British Telecommunications plc.
Quick set-up guide 3. Go! Your Everyday Phone is now ready for you to use • For help setting the date and time, go to page 33. • For instructions on making a call, go to page 15. • For help personalising your phone’s settings, go to page 28. Or, you may find the answer in the Help section on page 39 or see our online frequently asked questions at bt.com/producthelp Alternatively, call the Helpline on 0800 218 2182*.
Contents 4 Quick set-up guide 10 Getting to know your phone – Handset buttons 12 Handset display 13 Finding your way around your phone – When the handset is switched on and at the home screen 14 Base buttons 15 Using the phone – Make an external call – Preparatory dialling – End a call – To switch the handset off – To switch the handset on 16 Receive a call – Call Waiting 17 Mute – Incoming speech volume – Redial 18 Turn the handset ringer on or off – Find handset (Paging) 19 Phonebook – Store entry in pho
Contents 29 Turn the handset tones on or off – Change the handset name 30 Change the call settings – Base settings – Set the base ringtone – Set the base ringer volume 31 Set a PBX access code – Change the system PIN 32 Reset the handset or base settings 33 Clock/Alarm – Set the time and date – Set an alarm – Stopping the alarm when it goes off 34 Using additional handsets – Register an additional handset – De-register a handset 35 Make an internal call between handsets – Transfer a call 36 Hold a 3-way ca
Getting to know your phone Handset buttons Menu / Left option button Press to enter the main menu, access sub-menus and confirm options. Scroll up / Vol. up / Calls list Enter Calls list. Move up through menu options. Increase volume. Talk In standby mode make/ receive phone calls. 1 In standby, press and hold to dial BT 1571. 4 When answer machine message playing, press to replay the current message, or press twice to skip backward to the previous message.
Getting to know your phone Mute / Right option button Press to confirm the option displayed above the button, to delete or go back to the previous screen. Press during a call to mute your caller. End / Standby End a call. Press and hold to turn handset on/off. Scroll down / Vol. down / Redial list In standby mode, press to see redial list. Move down through menu options. Decrease volume. Press and hold to turn the ringer on or off.
Getting to know your phone Handset display Shows you how much charge is left on the handset. Will appear if you’re on, or starting, a call. Shows when a new missed call has been received. Shows when you’ve set an alarm clock. Lets you know the handset ringer is off. Lets you know the signal range from your new phone’s base. Shows you when Call Blocking is activated.
Getting to know your phone Finding your way around your phone Your new phone’s menu is easy to navigate. Each menu has a list of options, which you can see on page 37. When the handset is switched on and at the home screen 1. Choose menu by pressing . 2. Use the or buttons to scroll through the available menu options. 3. When the menu you want is on the screen, press the . 4. Use or to scroll through the available menu options. To go back, press . To return to the home screen menu, press .
Getting to know your phone Base button Find (back of base) Press to ring all registered handsets, helpful for finding a missing handset, see page 18. Also used during the registration process.
Using the phone Make an external call 1. Press green . 2. When you hear the dial tone, enter the number. Preparatory dialling 1. Enter the number first. If you make a mistake select C by pressing the Right option button to delete the last digit. 2. Press to dial. End a call 1. Press red . To switch the handset off 1. Press and hold until the handset turns off. To switch the handset on 1. Press and hold until the handset turns on.
Using the phone Receive a call When you receive a call, the phone rings and the display shows CALL and . If you’ve got a caller display service, the display shows the caller’s number if it’s available or the caller’s name if it matches an entry stored in your contacts list. 1. Lift the handset from the base or charger to accept the call. If the handset isn’t on the base or charger, you’ll need to press green .
Using the phone 5. If you hang up a current call, your phone will ring back to reconnect you to your original call if that caller is still connected. Mute 1. During a call, press . The display shows MUTED and your caller can’t hear you. 2. Press to return to your caller. Incoming speech volume 1. Press or to increase or decrease the volume. The first press will present the Call volume screen so you can see the current volume level.
Using the phone Turn the handset ringer on or off for 2 seconds 1. Press and hold to turn the handset ringer on or off. The home screen will display the icon if the ringer is off. Find handset (Paging) You can ring a handset to help find it. on the base. All 1. Press handsets registered to the base will ring and the screen will show PAGING. on 2. To stop the ringing, press the base again or press on any handset.
Phonebook You can store up to 50 names and numbers in your list of phonebook. Names can be up to 12 characters and numbers up to 24 digits. Store entry in phonebook (up to 50) 1. In idle mode, press . EMPTY is displayed if there are no numbers. 2. Press to select ADD. Press again and enter a name using the keypad and press . 3. Enter a phone number and press to save. 4. Press to select a ring melody, then to save.
Phonebook Dial entry in phonebook 1. In idle mode, press . 2. Scroll or to display the entry and press to dial. Character map 1 SPACE _ 1 2 ABC2 3 DEF3 4 GHI4 5 JKL5 6 MNO6 7 PQRS7 8 TUV8 9 WXYZ9 0 0 * *?/\() View/dial entry in phonebook 1. From the home screen, press . The first entry will be displayed. 2. Press or to scroll through and view the entries. 3. To dial an entry, press when the entry is displayed. 20 Searching alphabetically Press the relevant keypad button, e.g.
Phonebook Edit entry in phonebook 1. From the home screen, press . 2. Press or to scroll to the entry you want to edit and select it by pressing Left option . 3. Press to display EDIT and press . 4. Edit the name using to delete characters and use the keypad to enter new ones, then press . 5. Edit the number using to delete numbers and use the keypad to enter new ones, then press . 6. Press to select ring melody, then to save. Delete entry in phonebook 1. From the home screen, press . 2.
Phonebook Delete all entries in phonebook 1. From the home screen, press . The first entry will be displayed. Select by pressing . 2. Press until DELETE ALL is displayed and press . 3. CONFIRM? is displayed, press to confirm delete all. The display will show EMPTY and you will hear a confirmation tone. View the phonebook memory status 1. From the home screen, press . The first entry will be displayed. Select by pressing . 2. Press until PB STATUS is displayed and press . 3.
Call Blocking You need Caller Display This will help you get the most out of your BT Call Blocking. You can get this from your phone service provider. Charges may apply. Note, the same phone number can’t be saved in the blacklist and phonebook. Block incoming call number in your Calls list 1. Press , scroll to the entry and press . DETAILS is displayed. 2. Scroll to ADD TO BLIST (blacklist) and press . 3. Enter name using keypad, press . The number is displayed, press to save.
Call Blocking Add, view, edit or delete a number in your blacklist 1. Press , scroll to CALL BLOCKER, and press . 2. Scroll to BLACK LIST, press . 3. Scroll or to number you want to view, edit or delete in your blacklist. Or go to step 4 to add a number to your blacklist. 4. Whilst in BLACK LIST menu, press . EMPTY is shown, press again then scroll or to ADD, VIEW, EDIT, DELETE or DELETE ALL and press . 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Block incoming call by call type 1.
Caller Display and the Calls List Caller Display If you’ve subscribed to a Caller Display service, you’ll be able to see your caller’s number on your handset display (provided it’s not withheld) before you answer a call. If your caller’s name is stored in your contacts list and it matches the number calling, you’ll see the caller’s name on the display instead. If you haven’t subscribed to a Caller Display service Incoming call will be displayed when you receive a call.
Caller Display and the Calls List Missed call notification The number of missed calls will be shown e.g. 10 new calls. You can clear the notification by viewing the calls list on any handset registered to the base. View/dial an entry in the Calls list 1. Press . The most recent entry is at the top of the list. (If there are no entries EMPTY will be displayed. 2. Press or to scroll through and view the list. 3. To dial an entry, when the entry you want is displayed, press .
Caller Display and the Calls List Delete an entry in the Calls list 1. Press , then press or to scroll to the entry you want to delete and select by pressing . 2. Press until DELETE is displayed and press . You will hear a confirmation tone. Delete the entire Calls list 1. Press , then display any entry and select by pressing the button. 2. Press until CONFIRM? is displayed, then press . You will hear a confirmation tone. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.
Settings Handset settings Set the handset ringtone for external or internal calls 1. Press , scroll to HS SETTINGS and press . 2. ALARM is displayed, scroll to RING SETUP, press . 3. INT. RING is displayed, press . Or, press to display EXT. RING and then press . The current ringtone will be played. 4. Press or to hear the different ringtones and press to save your choice, you will hear a confirmation tone. Set the handset ringer volume 1. Press , scroll to HS SETTINGS and press . 2.
Settings Turn the handset tones on or off 1. Press , scroll to HS SETTINGS and press . 2. ALARM is displayed. Press until TONE SETUP is displayed and press . 3. KEY TONE is displayed, press or press to display BATTERY TONE or OUT OF RANGE TONE and then press . 4. Press or to select ON or OFF then press to save, you will hear a confirmation tone. Change the handset name 1. Press , scroll to HS SETTINGS and press . 2. ALARM is displayed, press until RENAME HS is displayed and press . 3.
Settings Change the call settings 1. Press , scroll to HS SETTINGS and press . 2. ALARM is displayed, press until AUTO ANSWER is displayed and press . 3. Press or to select On or Off then press to save, you will hear a confirmation tone. The default setting for all call settings is On. If Auto answer is set to On you can answer a call by lifting the handset off the base. If it’s set to Off, you’ll need to lift the handset off the base and then press . Base settings Set the base ringtone 1.
Settings ringer off. You will see the volume level change on the display. 4. Press to save your choice. You will hear a confirmation tone. Set a PBX access code 1. Press , scroll to BS SETTINGS and press . 2. BS RINGER is displayed, press until PBX ACCESS is displayed and press . 3. Enter the number you want (maximum of 1 digit) and press to save. You will hear a confirmation tone. Change the system PIN 1. Press , scroll to BS SETTINGS and press . 2.
Settings Reset the handset or base settings 1. Press , scroll to DEFAULT and press . 2. PIN?---- is displayed, enter the 4 digit PIN and press . 3. CONFIRM? is displayed, press . You will hear a confirmation tone. 32 If you reset the phone settings all the phone settings will return to their default settings, e.g. the handset name, ringer melody, all volume levels, display and alarm settings.
Clock/Alarm If you didn’t set the time and date when you first set-up your phone then you will need to do so before you can set an alarm. Important You must enter the full date: day, month and year. The time is set in 24 hour format. Set the time and date 1. Press , scroll to HS SETTINGS and press . 2. Scroll until DATE & TIME is displayed and press . SET TIME is displayed, press . 3. Enter the time using the keypad and press . 4. Enter the day, month and year and press . You’ll hear a confirmation tone.
Using additional handsets If you’ve bought a Everyday Phone multiple pack, any additional handsets come pre-registered to the base. However, if you purchase an additional handset separately, you must register it to your Everyday Phone base before it can be used. Register an additional handset button 1. Press and hold the on the base for 5 seconds. The base is entered into registration mode. You will hear a confirmation tone. 2. Press , scroll to REGISTRATION and press . 3. Enter the 4 digit PIN and press .
Using additional handsets 4. Press or to display the handset you wish to de-register and press . You will hear a confirmation tone. Make an internal call between handsets If you have more than one handset registered to the base, you can make internal calls between two handsets. 1. Press and scroll or to registered handset you want to call.’ 2. Press to call the selected handset. 3. Press to end the call. Transfer a call You can transfer an external call to another handset registered to the base. 1.
Using additional handsets Hold a 3-way call You can hold a 3-way call between 2 handsets, if you have more than 1 registered to your base and 1 external caller. 1. During a call, press the button, INTERCOM is displayed. 2. Press and scroll or to handset you want to transfer the call to, press to establish internal call. 3. Press and hold on the call handset to establish a conference call, CONFERENCE is displayed. 4. Both parties on conference call will need to press to end the external call.
Menu Map Call Blocker Black list Settings Add View Edit Delete Delete all Block mode Block Blist Off Block all Allow VIP Call type Withheld Internat'l Unavailable Payphone Call list Always on Timed Always on Timed Always on Timed On Off On Off On Off On Off Add to PB Add to blist Delete Delete all Details If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.
Menu Map Phonebook All contacts VIP BS settings BS ringer Ring volume Delete HS Change PIN PBX Access HS settings Alarm Ring setup Tone setup Add Add to VIP View Edit Delete Delete all PB status View Delete Delete all Melody 1–5 Volume 1–5, off On Off Int. Ring Ext.
Help Phone doesn’t work • Have you activated the batteries correctly? See page 5. • Check that the mains power is correctly connected. No dial tone or line cord error message displayed on screen • Is the telephone cord plugged into the base and phone wall socket? • Check that the mains power is correctly connected. • Only use the telephone cord supplied with the phone. Handset doesn’t ring • The ringer volume may be switched off, see page 28. • Check that the mains power is correctly connected.
Help No Caller Display number/ name displayed • Have you subscribed to a Caller Display service from your network provider? See page 25. • The caller may have withheld their number. • Network may not have the callers number information. • An exact name/number match was not found in your contacts. Check that you’ve stored the full STD dialling code.
Help Customer Helpline If you’re still having problems, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.com/producthelp General sales enquiries • BT Residential lines – call 150. BT Business lines – call 152. • For non BT line customers, call 0800 800 150 (residential) or 0800 800 152 (business). • Additional handsets are available to purchase from the Helpdesk on 0800 218 2182*. Billing enquiries Please see the phone number shown on your BT bill. If you need some help, call us on 0800 218 2182* or go to bt.
General information Important This equipment is not designed for making emergency phone calls when the power fails. Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services. This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched phone networks and private switchboards in the United Kingdom. Replacing the handset batteries After a time, you might find that the handset batteries run out of charge more quickly. This is a standard sign of wear and the batteries will need replacing.
General information • Radio signal transmitted between the handset and base may cause interference to hearing aids. • It is recommended that advice from a qualified expert be sought before using this product in the vicinity of emergency/intensive care medical equipment. • It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product. • Your product may interfere with other electrical equipment, e.g.
General information How to recycle your equipment The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as electrical or electronic equipment, so DO NOT put it in your normal rubbish bin. It’s all part of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive to recycle products in the best way – to be kinder to the planet, get rid of dangerous things more safely and bury less rubbish in the ground.
General information Guarantee conditions • The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occur within the 12 month guarantee period. • Proof of purchase is provided. • The equipment is returned to BT or its agent as instructed. • This guarantee doesn’t cover any faults or defects caused by accidents, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the equipment, or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than through approved agents. • This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
General information Technical details How many phones can I have? All items of telephone equipment have a Ringer Equivalence Number (REN), which is used to calculate the number of items which may be connected to any one telephone line. Your Everyday Phone has a REN of 1. A total REN of 4 is allowed. If the total REN of 4 is exceeded, the telephones may not ring. With different telephone types there is no guarantee of ringing, even when the REN is less than 4.
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