BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Welcome… to your BT Converse 1400 corded 2 line telephone ■ 2 Line speaker phone lets you make and receive calls from two separate telephone lines. ■ 200 Name and number directory. ■ Nine pre-set BT Calling Feature numbers giving easy access to, directory enquiries, Call Diversion, Call Waiting and the 1571 BT answering service. ■ Headset socket lets you make and receive calls privately while keeping your hands free.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Section This User Guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most from your phone. Before you make your first call you will need to set up your phone. Follow the simple instructions in ‘Getting Started’, on the next few pages. ■ Hearing aid friendly The BT Converse 1400 is fitted with an inductive coupler so it is compatible with hearing aids.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 4 In this guide Getting started Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Getting to know your phone Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Using the phone Making and ending calls . . . . . . . . . . .10 Receiving a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Handsfree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Getting started Setting up Connect the mains power supply and line cords 1. Plug the lead of the mains power cable into the POWER socket on the underside of the phone and route the cable as shown. 2. Plug the telephone line cords into the sockets marked LINE 1 and LINE 2 on the underside of the phone and route the cables as shown. POWER LINE 1 LINE 2 Optional 3. Your BT Converse 1400 is designed to run from a power supply or batteries.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 6 Getting started Some features will not work when using batteries only. It is recommended that you use the mains power adaptor supplied to obtain the full benefits of the product. Turn the phone over and remove the battery compartment cover. Insert 4 x AA batteries as shown and replace the cover. Battery low indicator If you have batteries fitted and they need replacing, the will flash in the display. 4.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Getting started 7. Check the dial mode setting. The Mode switch on the underside of your BT Converse 1400 is pre-set to TB for tone dialling with timed break recall. If your phone does not work, try setting the dialling mode to P or T.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 8 Getting to know your phone Buttons Handset park If the phone is wall-mounted, you can hang the handset here if you need to leave the phone during a call. UP/DOWN Lets you view the call or scroll through options in the display, e.g. when you have pressed the menu or phonebook buttons. BT Converse 1400 2-Line 12:18pm 01/01/05 Menu Calls (X) Clear Deletes characters and numbers from the directory and redial list.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 9 Call indicator Flashes when you have an incoming call. Display icons Message waiting indicator Flashes when you have voice mail, page 16. Directory Opens the directory, page 17. Menu Use the access BT Services and set-up options. ✔ (Select) Selects and confirms displayed options and entries. More than one call from the same number displayed. ON HOLD will be displayed and will flash when a call to L1 or L2 are put on hold. Dials the number entered.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 10 Using the phone Making and ending calls Auto-line selection If both lines are not in use, line 1 will automatically be chosen as it is the default line. This will not happen if the telephone is powered by batteries only. Using auto-line selection: Your BT Converse 1400 will choose a line for you. 1. Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone. Dial the number you want. Or Choose a specific line yourself: 1. Press Line 1 or Line 2 then lift the handset.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Making a headset call 1. Plug the headset (not supplied) into the socket marked HEADSET on the underside of the base. 2. Press and dial the number. When the headset is in use, the headset indicator light is illuminated. 3. Press to end the call. Receiving a headset call 1. When the phone rings and the headset is plugged in, press to answer. 2. When the call is finished, press to end the call.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 12 Using the phone Receiving a call handsfree 1. When the phone rings, press 2. Press and speak. to end the call. Volume Default volume levels Earpiece – Level 1 Handsfree – Level 3 Headset – Level 1 Whether using the handset, headset or handsfree, you can adjust the volume of your caller’s voice. 1. During a call, press or to adjust the volume. Redial You can redial any of the last 10 numbers you have called on both lines.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone Save a number from the redial list to the directory When reviewing the redial list you can store a number to the directory. Numbers can be no longer than 28 digits and can include pause, and . 1. Press then scroll or until the number you want is displayed, then press . (when you store your very first entry in the directory you will not need to press ). 2. Display shows Save Number. Press . 3.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 14 Using the phone Holding calls You can put a call on hold on one or both lines at the same time. Please note that held calls take precedence over new incoming calls. For example, if a call is held on line 1 and then line 2 starts to ring, if you lift the handset, press or , you will be returned to the held caller, you will not be answering the new ringing call. Put a call on hold The hold feature works in handset, headset and handsfree modes. 1.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Using the phone 2. Seize the idle line and dial the number of the second person you want to talk to. 3. Once you have spoken to the second person, press to connect the two lines. You can now all talk to each other. Conference If you wish to end the call with one of your callers but want to continue talking to the other, press the Line button that you want to stop talking to. 4. To end the call, replace the handset.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 16 Using the phone IMPORTANT If you are not using the power supply provided, you will need to fit batteries (pages 5-6) to use the message waiting feature. If your BT Converse 1400 is connected to a switchboard, this feature only works with compatible models. Message Waiting switch Your Converse 1400 is preset to work with BT’s 1571 on normal exchange lines.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Directory 17 Store your 200 most frequently used names and numbers in the directory for easy dialling. Each name can be up to 16 characters long and each number up to 28 , digits long. The number can include a Pause, or . Store a number in the directory 1. Press then . (When you store your very first entry in the directory you will not need to press ). 2. Display shows Add New Entry. Press . 3. Display shows Enter Name: Enter the name and press 4.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 18 Directory Edit a directory entry 1. To change a directory entry, press . 2. Scroll or to the entry you want and press 3. Scroll or to display Edit Entry and press 4. Edit the name and press 5. Edit the number and press Entry Saved. . . . to confirm. Display shows Delete a directory entry 1. To delete a directory entry, press 2. Scroll press 3. Scroll . or to the entry you want to delete and or to display Delete Entry and press . 4.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 Menu 19 Use the menu to adjust your phone’s settings to your preference. Ringer volume There are 4 volume settings for both lines: 1, 2, 3 and Off. 1. Press and scroll 2. Press . 3. Scroll or 4. Press 5. Press or to display Ringer Volume. to the setting you want. to confirm. Display shows Saved. to return to standby. Ringer tone There are 3 tones to choose from – Tone 1, Tone 2 and Tone 3 for each line. 1.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 20 Menu 5. Press to return to standby. Time and date 1. Press and scroll 2. Press or to display Set Time & Date. . 3. Use the keypad to enter the time using the 24 hour format HH:MM, e.g. for 9.15am 4. Press to confirm. 5. Enter the date using the format DD:MM:YY e.g. for 6th November 04 to confirm. Display shows Saved. 6. Press 7. Press to return to standby. Contrast You can adjust the display contrast to suit your preference.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features 21 BT Caller Display If you subscribe to a Caller Display service you can see who is calling you on the display. If you have stored the number with a name in the directory, the name will be displayed as well. Caller information not available With some incoming calls, the telephone number of the caller is not available and cannot therefore be displayed. In this case your BT Converse 1400 provides you with some explanatory information.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 22 BT Calling Features Calls list Your BT Converse 1400 lets you view details of the last 30 callers. Entries are stored in the order they were received. When a new call is received, the icon will flash on the display. If a new number is received when the list is full, the oldest entry is replaced. If you have received more than one call from the number you have displayed the icon will be shown next to the icon.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Save an entry from the calls list to the directory 1. Press Calls . Display shows details of the most recently received call. 2. Press or to save. 3. Press 4. Press to scroll through to the entry you want . Display shows Save Number. . Display shows Enter name: Enter the name. 5. Press to confirm. Display shows Edit number. You can edit the number if you wish. Use to delete digits. 6. Press to confirm. Display shows Entry Saved.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 24 BT Calling Features Delete all entries in the calls list 1. Press Calls . Display shows details of the most recently received call. 2. Press press and scroll . or to display Delete All and again to 3. Display shows Are you sure? Press confirm. Display shows Calls List Deleted. Calling Features There is a tenth entry available so you can store another name/number entry.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Menu options Number dialled BT Answer 1571 Residential Directory Enquiries Business Directory Enquiries Call Diversion On Call Diversion Off Call Diversion Check Call Waiting On Call Waiting Off Call Waiting Check BT Answer 1571 This calls BT’s answering service to access any voicemail messages you may have. Details on using the service are provided when you subscribe.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 26 BT Calling Features Call Divert Call Diversion services may allow other divert options. Check with your Network provider for details You can divert all incoming calls to another number of your choice Switch Call Diversion on 1. Press . Display shows BT Service. Press 2. Scroll to Call Diversion On and press the displayed code. . to dial 3. Enter the number you want calls diverted to then press and listen for confirmation of your instructions. 4.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 BT Calling Features Reset If you change the pre-stored BT Calling Features numbers, you can reinstate the original numbers at any time by re-setting your phone to its original settings. These are: Ringer tone – Line 1 Ringer tone – Line 2 Ringer volume Earpiece volume Handsfree volume Headset volume Time Date Contrast Tone 1 Tone 2 Level 3 Level 1 Level 3 Level 1 12:01pm 01/01/04 Level 3 Reset your phone 1. Press .
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 28 Help No dial tone ■ Is the line cord plugged into the phone socket? Nothing happens when you dial ■ Check the dialling mode switch is set to the correct position. Page 7. Phone does not ring ■ Is the ringer volume set to Off? Page 19. You may have too many phones, fax machines and/or answering machines plugged in which might be overloading the sockets. See Technical Information, page 32.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 General information Safety information ■ Do not open the handset or base. This could expose you to high voltages or other risks. ■ Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals. Cleaning ■ Clean the phone with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe. Never use household polish as this may damage the product. Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 30 General information Product disposal instructions The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electrical or Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed with other household or commercial waste at the end of its working life.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 General information Guarantee Your BT Converse 1400 is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the terms listed below, the guarantee will provide for the repair of, or at BT’s or its agent’s discretion the option to replace the BT Converse 1400 or any component thereof, (other than batteries), which is identified as faulty or below standard, or as a result of inferior workmanship or materials.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 32 General information Outside of the 12 month guarantee period: If your product needs repair after the guarantee period has ended, the repair must meet the approval requirements for connection to the telephone network. We recommend that you contact BT’s approved repair agent, Helpdesk Solutions on 08702 405029 or a local qualified repairer. Returning your phone Where possible, pack the product in its original packaging.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 General information Switchboard compatibility This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards. If in doubt please consult your service provider. R&TTE Directive Hereby, TMX, declares that this BT Converse 1400 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.05 – 7097 34 Wall mounting your phone IMPORTANT Before you wall mount, please check that: 1. Unclip stand from the base of the phone and remove it. Route the cables as appropiate. • the wall can support the weight of the phone 2. Drill two holes in the wall 75-80mm vertically apart using an 8mm drill bit.
BT Converse 1400 – Edition 4 – 22.12.
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