BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Welcome… to your BT Freestyle 3200 digital cordless telephone ■ Digital call clarity with up to 300m range outdoors and up to 50m indoors (in ideal conditions). ■ Directory – lets you store up to 30 names and numbers for easy dialling. ■ Caller Display - lets you see who’s calling and your phone stores details of the last 10 callers in a Calls list.1 ■ Use the handsfree facility to talk to callers without holding the handset.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 This User Guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most from your phone. You must first set up your phone before you can use it. This doesn’t take long as it is easy to do. Just follow the simple instructions on the next few pages.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 4 In this guide Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Set the day and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Setting up the charger . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Getting to know your phone . . . . . . .11 Handset display icons . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Charger . . . . . .
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 In this guide Base settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Change PIN code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Mailbox number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Dial mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 PBX access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Restore default settings . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Caller Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 6 Getting started WARNING Do not place your BT Freestyle 3200 in the bathroom or other humid areas. Handset range The BT Freestyle 3200 has a range of 300 metres outdoors when there is a clear line of sight between the base and the handset. Any obstruction between the base and handset will reduce the range significantly. With the base indoors and handset either indoors or outdoors, the range will normally be up to 50 metres.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Getting started 2. Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment. Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries. 3. Place the handset on the base to charge the batteries for at least 16 hours. The main handset is pre-registered to the base as –1– (Handset 1). This is shown on the display. When the handset is fully charged the display shows the symbol. 4.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 8 Getting started The charge capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time as they wear out, so reducing the talk/standby time of the handset. Eventually they will need to be replaced. New batteries can be obtained from the BT Freestyle Helpline 0870 240 3962. Batteries and handset may become warm during charging. This is normal. Your BT Freestyle 3200 uses the 24 hour clock.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Getting started BT Freestyle 3200 multiple pack owners only Location You need to place your BT Freestyle 3200 charger close enough to a mains power socket so that the cable will reach. Setting up the charger Under no circumstances use nonrechargeable batteries. Only use NiMH rechargeable batteries with a recommended capacity of 750mAh. Using inappropriate batteries will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 10 Getting started 2. Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment. Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries. 3. Place the handset on the charger and charge for at least 16 hours. Your BT Freestyle 3200 multiple pack is now ready for use. If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Getting to know your phone 11 Handset Up From standby, press to display the Redial list. Use to scroll up through a menu or list. During a call, press to adjust the earpiece volume, (press to confirm), page 17. Clear Press to go back to previous display. Press and hold to return to standby. Used to delete digits and to switch Secrecy on and off, page 18. Handsfree Press to activate handsfree (loudspeaker) mode (button lights up red), page 17.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 12 Getting to know your phone Handset display icons These are the symbols you will see on your handset’s display. UP/DOWN When scrolling through the menu ANTENNA Steady when in range. Flashing when out of range.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Getting to know your phone Base BT Freestyle 3200 Find Find Press to page/locate a handset, see page 22. Charger (For multiple pack users only) If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 14 Getting to know your phone Navigating the menus Your BT Freestyle 3200 handset features an easy to use menu system. Have a look at the menu map on the next page. When the handset is switched on and in standby: 1. Press to open the main menu and select the function you want by pressing the or button. For example, to change the ringer melody: 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . until the display shows Setup h/set and 3.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Getting to know your phone Handset menu map Redial • Select • Store No. • Delete • Delete list Calls List • Select • Store No. • Delete • Delete list Internal Setup h/set • Ring melody • Ring volume • Tones • Language • Reset Setup base • Change PIN • Voice mail • Dial mode • PBX access • Reset Date/Time Menu navigation Press or Press to select an option. Press to go back to the previous display screen.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 16 Using the phone Call timer Your handset automatically displays the duration of every external call. The call time will remain on the display until 2 seconds after the call has ended. Make a call 1. Press . Enter the telephone number and the number is dialled. Preparatory dialling Use preparatory dialling to see and check the number on the display before you dial out.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Using the phone Or If the handset is on the base/charger, lift the handset to answer the call. Earpiece volume If two handsets are engaged on an internal call and an external incoming call is received, beeps will be emitted at both internal handsets. The internal call has to be ended before the external call can be answered. During a call: The earpiece volume can only be changed when you are on a call.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 18 Using the phone Switch to handsfree during a call Range Indicator The icon on the display indicates when you are in range of the base. If Searching is displayed, you are out of range and will need to move closer to the base. During a call: 1. Press . The call is transferred to the loudspeaker. 2. Press to toggle between Handsfree and the handset. 3. Press to end the call.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Using the phone Redial Your BT Freestyle 3200 stores the details of the last 10 calls made into a redial list. Stored redial numbers can be up to 20 digits long. 1. Press , to open the main menu. 2. Redial is displayed, press 3. Press called. or 4. Press to display the redial list. to select any of the last 10 numbers or to dial the number displayed. Instead of accessing the redial list via the menu, you can press from standby.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 20 Using the phone For help with entering names see page 25. 6. Stored is displayed. Press and hold standby mode. to return to To delete a number from the redial list 1. Press , to open the main menu. 2. Redial is displayed, press list. again to display the redial 3. Press or to select. to display the number you want and press 4. Press to display Delete and press or 5. Delete? is displayed, press to select. again to confirm. 6.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Using the phone 5. Delete List? is displayed, press 6. Deleted is displayed. Press mode. again to confirm. to return to standby Keypad lock You can lock the keypad to prevent accidentally dialling numbers while carrying the handset around. 1. Press and hold displayed. for 1.5 seconds until the 2. To unlock the keypad, press and hold icon is again. When the keypad is locked incoming calls can still be answered.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 22 Using the phone You cannot answer the ringing as you would a call. Stopping the ring at a handset stops the ring at that handset only. Find the handset(s) You can alert handset users that they are wanted or locate a missing handset. 1. Press Find on the base. The handset(s) ring. 2. Press Find on the base again or press handset to stop the handset ring.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Using the phone Receiving internal calls When you receive an internal call, the calling handset number will be shown on the handset display. 1. Press or to answer the call, If two handsets are engaged on an internal call and an external incoming call is received, beeps will be emitted at both internal handsets. The internal call has to be ended before the external call can be answered.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 24 Using the phone 3-Way conference calls If using a BT Freestyle 3200 multi-pack, you can hold a 3-way conference call with an external caller and the other internal handset. To put an external call on hold during a conference, press End Conf will be displayed. Press to confirm. To take the external caller off . Conference will hold, press be displayed, press to confirm. 1. During an external call, press then or until to confirm.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Directory 25 You can store up to 30 numbers in the directory of each of your BT Freestyle 3200 handsets for quick and easy dialling. Numbers can be up to 20 digits long. Directory entries are stored alphabetically. 1. Press to open the directory. The first entry is displayed. , New is displayed, press again to select. 3. Number is displayed, enter the number for the entry using the keypad and press to store. 4.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 26 Directory Character map Key Alphanumeric Number (For Phone book & Service, including upper & lower case) 1st space A a D d G g J j M m P p T t W w . .
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Directory Dial/view a number 1. Press to open the directory. The first entry is displayed. 2. Press or to scroll through the directory to the entry you want. Or, search alphabetically, using the keypad to enter the first letter of the name you want, then scroll to the exact entry using the and buttons. 3. Press , then to display Select and to confirm. Insert a pause in a number You may need to do this if you are connected to a switchboard.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 28 Directory See page 25 for help with entering names. 5. The name is displayed followed by a flashing cursor. Edit the name using to delete incorrect characters and enter new ones using the keypad, then press to save. 6. Stored is displayed. Press and hold standby mode. to return to Delete a directory entry If you have purchased a BT Freestyle 3200 Twin, entries are only deleted on the handset you are using. 1. Press to open the directory.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Handset settings Ringer melody There are 6 different ringer melodies to choose from. 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . until the display shows Setup h/set and 3. Ring melody is displayed, press melody is played for 5 seconds. to select. The current 4. Press or to select your preferred melody. 5. Press to store. You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed. 6. Press and hold to return to standby.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 30 Handset settings 4. Press or to select your preferred volume. 5. Press to store. You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed. 6. Press and hold to return to standby. Handset tones on/off Your BT Freestyle 3200 has a series of tones designed to alert you to certain situations. A tone will sound: when the battery is low; when you move out of range of the base and there is no coverage; to confirm each button press (key beeps).
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Handset settings 6. You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed. 7. Press and hold to return to standby. Display language You can select from 3 different languages for your handset display. 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . until the display shows Setup h/set and 3. Press select. or until Language is displayed, press to 4. Press or to select the language you want and press to select.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 32 Handset settings Restore default settings You can reset your BT Freestyle 3200 handset to its default (original) settings. 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . until the display shows Setup h/set and 3. Press or until Reset is displayed and press 4. Reset? is displayed. Press . . Stored is displayed.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Base settings 33 Change PIN code Your System PIN can help prevent unauthorised users from changing the settings on your phone. 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . until the display shows Setup base and 3. Change PIN is displayed, press displayed. The default PIN setting is 0000. If you change your PIN, keep a note of the new number by writing it in the space provided on page 52.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 34 Base settings To change your mailbox number: 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . 3. Press press or until the display shows Voice mail and . . Mailbox No is displayed press until the display shows Setup base and 4. The current mailbox no.is displayed. Press to delete the current number then enter your desired number. 5. Press . Stored will be displayed.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Base settings 4. Press or to display either Tone or Pulse and press . You hear a confirmation tone and Stored is displayed. 5. Press and hold to return to standby. PBX access PBX access can be set to any number between 0 and 9. If the first number you dial is the same as the PBX access code a 2.5 second pause will be inserted prior to the rest of the number being dialled. 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . 3.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 36 Base settings Restore default settings You can reset your BT Freestyle 3200 base to its default (original) settings. 1. Press to open the main menu. 2. Press press or . until the display shows Setup base and 3. Press select. or until Reset is displayed, press to 4. Enter PIN is displayed. Enter the 4 digit PIN code using the keypad and press . 5. Reset? is displayed. Press displayed. 6.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Caller Display Section Caller Display If you subscribe to Caller Display, you can see your caller’s number (provided it is not withheld) on your handset display before you answer the call. If you have stored a name for the calling number in your handset directory, the name will be displayed instead. IMPORTANT To use Caller Display you must first subscribe to your network provider’s Caller Display service. A quarterly fee may be payable.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 38 Caller Display Instead of accessing the Calls list via the menu, you can press from standby. If a number is stored in the Directory, the caller’s name will be displayed instead of the number. If there are no Calls list numbers stored, Empty will be displayed. 4. Press or to dial the number displayed. To copy a Calls list number to the directory 1. Press , to open the main menu. 2.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Caller Display 4. Press or to display Delete and press 5. Delete? is displayed, press to select. again to confirm. 6. Deleted is displayed. Press and hold standby mode. to return to Delete the entire Calls list 1. Press , to open the main menu. 2. Press to display Calls List and press The most recent missed call is displayed. to select. 3. Press or to scroll through the Calls list to the entry you want and press to select. 4.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 40 BT Calling Features By pressing the button on the handset your BT Freestyle 3200 gives you easy access to a range of prestored BT Calling Features. These are: Helpdesk. Divert On. Check Divert. Call Wait Off. Dir. Enquiries. Divert Off. Call Wait On. Check Call Wait. BT Helpdesk 1. Press , Helpdesk is displayed. Press or . The BT Helpdesk for this product will be automatically dialled.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 BT Calling Features 2. Select is displayed, press number is displayed. 3. Press or to confirm and the stored to dial the number. 4. Follow the spoken instructions. Call Divert Off 1. Press then scroll to Divert Off and press 2. Select is displayed, press number is displayed. 3. Press or . to confirm and the stored to dial the number. Call Diversion services may allow other divert options. Check with your network provider for details.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 42 BT Calling Features Call Waiting On For this feature to work you must subscribe to a Call Waiting service from your network provider. A quarterly fee is payable. Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to contact you whilst on a call. If a second caller rings you will hear a beep in the handset. Pressing the button allows you to switch between callers. 1. Press press then scroll to Callwait On and . 2.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 BT Calling Features Check Call Waiting 1. Press press then scroll to Callwait??? and . 2. Select is displayed, press number is displayed. 3. Press or to confirm and the stored to dial the number. 4. Listen to hear the status of your Call Waiting. Add/edit a service 1. Press then scroll to the service you want to edit . or to display Empty and press 2. Scroll to display Change and press .
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 44 BT Calling Features If you are not connected to the BT network, some of these services may not be available. Please contact your Network Provider. If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.com Delete a service 1. Press press then scroll to the service you want and . 2. Scroll to display Delete and press displayed. . Delete? is 3. Press to confirm. Deleted is displayed.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 Help Section If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.com Earpiece volume too quiet even when set to maximum volume? Did you press after changing the volume setting? After using volume, pressing saves the new setting, see page 17. or to adjust the Handset not registering? Is Searching displayed on the handset? Check that the base is plugged into the mains power and switched on.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 46 Help No connection between handset and base You may be out of range, is the symbol flashing? If so, move closer to the base. Handset is not charging properly Make sure the handset is placed properly on the base/charger. When charging, the battery symbol is shown filling up. Clean the charging contacts with a soft, slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Handset does not ring Check that the batteries are inserted correctly.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 General information Section IMPORTANT The BT Freestyle 3200 cordless telephone is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power fails. This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched telephone networks and private switchboards in the United Kingdom. Safety information Only use the power supply supplied with your BT Freestyle 3200.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 48 General information It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals. Cleaning Simply clean the handset and base with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe. Never use household polish as this will damage the product.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 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 Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 50 General information Connecting to a switchboard Switchboard compatibility This telephone may be connected to most types of switchboard, however in the event of any difficulties, consult your switchboard Service Provider. Dialling mode Your BT Freestyle 3200 is set to DTMF (Tone) dialling. Some switchboards may require Pulse dialling. To change the dialling mode, see Dial mode page 34.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 General information The conditions of this guarantee are: The guarantee shall only apply to defects that occur within the 12 month guarantee period. Proof of purchase is required. The equipment is returned to BT or its agent as instructed.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 52 General information Returning your phone If the Helpline is unable to remedy your problem they will ask you to return the product. Where possible, pack the product in its original packaging. Please remember to include all parts, including the line cords, power supply units and the original batteries. (Please note that we cannot take responsibility for goods damaged in transit.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 General information Technical information How many telephones can you have? All items of equipment have a Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) which is used to calculate the number of items that may be connected to any one telephone line. The BT Freestyle 3200 has a total REN of 1, i.e. for a base and up to 4 handsets. Any other instrument provided by BT may be assumed to have a REN of 1 unless stated otherwise.
BT Freestyle 3200 – Issue 2 – Edition 2 – 04.01.06 – 7247 54 General information R&TTE This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards. This equipment complies with the essential requirements for the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive (1999/5/EC). If you would like a copy of the Declaration of Conformity please visit: bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.
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