User Guide Wireless Home Phone LG-AF300
Wireless Home Phone (“WHP”) is a mobile device designed to provide service consistent with other AT&T wireless devices. 911 calls are routed based on the wireless network’s automatic location technology. For emergency calls, you may have to provide your location address to the 911 operator. WHP device has a backup battery in the event of a power outage. However, a landline phone requiring separate electric power to operate (e.g.
Welcome to AT&T Thank you for purchasing an AT&T Wireless Home Phone Base. To get the most from your new device, check out our interactive tutorials at att.com/whpsupport.
Getting Started Getting to Know Your Device Power Back-up Battery Cover Battery Charge Voicemail Signal Strength Power Telephone On/Off
LED Indicators The table below describes possible states for each of the LED indicators.
How It Works Wireless Home Phone Base uses the AT&T cellular network to provide phone service to your corded or cordless home phone(s). Place it anywhere in your house where you have a wireless signal. It does not require the use of a home phone wall jack like traditional home phone service. Wireless Home Phone Base provides many calling services, such as voicemail, Caller ID, Call Waiting, Call Forwarding, and 3-way Calling for your corded or cordless home phone(s).
1. Install the Back-up Battery Remove the back-up battery cover. Insert the back-up battery into the back-up battery port. During a power failure, the back-up battery enables voice calling using a standard corded phone that does not require external supplied power. Notes: • The back-up battery is intended for backup purposes only and may take approximately five (5) hours to fully charge.
• Avoid dropping Wireless Home Phone Base or battery. If Wireless Home Phone Base or battery is dropped, especially on a hard surface, and the user suspects damage, take it to a service center for inspection. • Improper battery use may result in a fire, explosion or other hazard. 2. Turn on Your Device Plug the power cord into an electrical wall outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch. Insert the small end of the power cord into the Power Input port on the back of your Wireless Home Phone Base.
Note: The “Phone 2” port can be used to connect an additional phone or answering machine. This port uses the same telephone number as the “Phone 1” port. 5. Place a Test Call Place a test call from your connected home phone. Make sure to use 10-digit dialing even for local calls. For best results, place the cordless phone base at least 12 inches from the Wireless Home Phone Base. Note: Keep your cordless phone plugged into a power outlet. Useful Tips • Voicemail is included with your service.
Voicemail Your Wireless Home Phone Base comes with standard wireless voicemail. Follow the steps below to setup and use your voicemail. Setup Dial 1 on any home phone connected to the Wireless Home Phone Base and wait four (4) seconds to connect to your AT&T wireless voicemail. Simply follow the voice prompts to complete setup. To enable remote voicemail retrieval and for added security be sure to create a password during setup.
password. Simply follow the prompts to listen to and manage your voicemail messages. Transferring a Phone Number Transferring a landline phone number to your Wireless Home Phone Base can take five (5) days or more. Outgoing calls can be made immediately using your Wireless Home Phone Base, however incoming calls will continue through your old service until the transfer is complete.
Using Your Device Calling Making Calls Using a phone connected to your Wireless Home Phone Base, place and receive calls as you normally would. The Wireless Home Phone Base supports both cordless and corded phone dialing methods. Note: You will need to dial 10 digits even for local numbers. Three-Way Calling While on an existing call, press the Flash (or Talk) key on your phone to put the first party on hold. When you hear a dial tone, dial the second parties’ number (wait up to four [4] seconds).
Notes: • Your Wireless Home Phone Base comes with standard three-way calling and call waiting. Operation of these features will vary depending on your home phone equipment. • If your phone does not have a Flash (or Talk) key, then use the off-hook mechanism supported by your phone.
Powering On/Off The On/Off button is used to turn your Wireless Home Phone Base on or off. When powered off, the Wireless Home Phone Base will no longer send or receive calls, but it will continue to charge the back-up battery if still connected to the wall outlet. To turn the Wireless Home Phone Base on, push the On/Off button to the left side(ON). To turn it off, push the On/Off button to the right side(OFF).
Important Information E911 Service 911 services are supported just as they are on any wireless device. You should expect to provide your home address to the emergency response center responsible for sending first responders (e.g., police, medical assistance, or fire) to your location. Power Outages Wireless Home Phone Base has a back-up battery with talk time of up to three and a half (3.5) hours depending on environmental factors.
Specifications Dimensions (W×D×H) 4.73" (W) × 4.73" (D) × 1.00" (H) Weight 6.35 oz.
Safety Instructions • Keep the device and the external antenna at least eight (8) inches from people. • During a thunderstorm, disconnect the external power supply and do not use the device. • Some electronic devices are susceptible to electromagnetic interference sent by devices that may not be adequately shielded.
• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or store it in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices. • Prevent liquids from leaking into the device. • Do not attempt to disassemble the device by yourself. Non-expert handling of the device may cause bodily injury or device damage. • Do not install or remove the SIM card when the power is on.
Radio Frequency (RF) Energy This equipment complies with radio frequency (RF) exposure limits adopted by the Federal Communications Commission for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.
FCC Compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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