manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 1 Multi-HANDSET, Multi-BASE UNIT 2.4GHz Digital Spread Spectrum Technology CORDLESS CALLER ID/CALL WAITING WITH SPEAKERPHONE 77 CHANNEL AUTOHOP Model GH9742 OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2.4 GHz 2.4 GHz PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USE. KEEP FOR YOUR REFERENCE.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 2 Special Features C ongratulations on your selection of a quality BellSouth Product. With proper care and adherence to the set-up and user instructions in this Owner's Manual, this unit will provide you with years of trouble-free service. BellSouth is committed to providing quality products that fit your needs. We would like to have any comments or suggestions you might have on this product. You may mail your comments to: U.S.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 3 Special Features CALLER ID SYSTEM Multi-Function Large LCD Screen - Shows the number you are dialing and, with Caller ID service available through subscription from your local telephone company, displays information about the caller before you answer the call. Name and Number DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) - Stores up to 40 names and numbers so that you can call them with a single key stroke. Caller List - Available with Caller ID service.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 4 Special Features SPEAKERPHONE FEATURE Speakerphone - This telephone allows you to answer calls using the BASE UNIT through the speakerphone function.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 5 HANDSET Controls 9. HANDSET ANTENNA 10. NEW CALL/MESSAGE WAITING LED INDICATOR Pg. 14 1. LARGE LCD SCREEN 2. SCROLL UP-DOWN/SHIFT LEFT-RIGHT BUTTON Pg. 11, 13, 15~25, 27 2.4 GH z 11. BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR Pg. 39 3. TALK BUTTON Pg. 7, 8, 10-12, 14, 15, 19, 21, 26 12. DIR (DIRECTORY)/ESC (ESCAPE) BUTTON Pg. 15~20 4. MENU/VOL (VOLUME) BUTTON Pg. 11, 21~27 5. HEADSET JACK Pg. 12 ABC GHI 6. TELEPHONE KEYPAD Pg. 17~19, 21~27 PQRS JKL TUV DEF 13.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 6 HANDSET Controls 4. VOL /MENU Button: (VOLUME) During TALK mode, press to adjust the receiver volume to your comfortable listening level. (MENU) Press to access the special functions operation in STANDBY mode. (For special functions see pages 21~27.) 5. HEADSET JACK: For connecting your headset plug to enjoy hands-free communication. (See page 12 for detail.) 6. TELEPHONE KEYPAD 1 to 0 Buttons: Allows you to make a call depending on pressed button.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 7 BASE UNIT Controls 11. LARGE LCD SCREEN 1. DEL (DELETE) BUTTON 2. CHARGE TERMINALS 12. SCROLL UP/DOWNSHIFT LEFT/RIGHT BUTTON 3. INTERCOM LED INDICATOR 13. BASE UNIT ANTENNA 2.4 GHz 4. IN USE LED INDICATOR 14. EDIT/FLASH BUTTON Pg. 34 ABC 5. CHARGE LED INDICATOR PG. 32, 42 DEF FLASH EDIT DEL GHI JKL MNO PQRS TUV W XYZ HOLD INT MENU 6. MICROPHONE SAVE REDIAL DIR SPEAKER 15. SAVE/ REDIAL BUTTON Pg. 34 16. SPEAKERPHONE BUTTON Pg. 38 17.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 8 BASE UNIT Controls 1. DEL DELETE Button: Press and hold down to delete items or individual characters. 2. CHARGE TERMINALS: For charging the HANDSET BATTERY PACK. For best perfor mance, clean the CHARGE TERMINALS periodically with a damp cloth. 3. INTERCOM LED INDICATOR: Lights up when the INTERCOM function is activated. 4. IN USE LED INDICATOR: Lights up to indicate that the HANDSET is in TALK mode or blinks to indicate an extension phone is in use.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 9 Contents Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................... 4 Getting Started.................................................................................................................6 Desk Mounting ................................................................................................................9 Wall Mounting.........................................................
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 10 Contents Preferred Calls ..................................................................................................... 20 Blocked Calls ........................................................................................................20 Forwarded Calls.................................................................................................... 20 Long Distance Calls............................................................................
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 11 Contents Intercom Call from HANDSET to BASE UNIT....................................................... 33 Intercom Call from BASE UNIT to HANDSET......................................................... 34 Transfer Call from HANDSET to HANDSET............................................................ 34 Transfer Call from HANDSET to BASE UNIT.......................................................... 35 Transfer Call from BASE UNIT to HANDSET.................
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 12 Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury, always follow these basic safety precautions when using your cordless telephone equipment. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone. 3.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 13 Safety Instructions 16. 17. 18. 19. E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged. F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 14 Getting Started Connecting Your Phone This section is a reference guide to the basic functions and operations of your cordless telephone. For more detailed descriptions of the operations and features of this telephone, refer to the Contents on page 1. 1. Carefully remove your cordless telephone from its shipping carton. If there is any visible damage, do not attempt to operate this equipment. Return it to the place of purchase. 2.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:24 AM Page 15 Getting Started 7. Install the HANDSET BATTERY PACK by plugging it into the BATTERY CONNECTOR inside the BATTERY COMPARTMENT. 8. Place the BATTERY PACK inside the BATTERY COMPARTMENT. 9. Slide the HANDSET BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER firmly into place in its closed position. 10. IMPORTANT: Before initial use, charge the HANDSET for 12 hours. 11. TONE/PULSE Select Switch: A.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:25 AM Page 16 Getting Started Press the TALK button to confirm that you have a dial tone. If you do not get a dial tone, review steps 3 through 11. If you still do not have a dial tone, refer to the Problem Solving section on page 41. Belt Clip Installation With the back of the HANDSET facing up, insert one side of the BELT CLIP HOOK into the matching slot at the top side of the HANDSET.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:25 AM Page 17 Desk Mounting Desk Mounting For normal position, as shown in Figure 1, place the BASE UNIT on any desired but suitable location. FIGURE 1 Wall Mounting You may choose to put the BASE UNIT of your cordless telephone on a wall. 1. With the back of the BASE UNIT facing up, connect the SHORT TELEPHONE LINE CORD to the TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK. 2. Insert the free end of the SHORT TELEPHONE LINE CORD through the hole of the MOUNTING BRACKET. 3.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:25 AM Page 18 Cordless Telephone Operation Preparing for Use Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for 12 hours. Failure to do so will require recharging of the BATTERY PACK more often. 1. Place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT for 12 hours. 2. After 12 hours, remove the HANDSET from the BASE UNIT. Before you can use your cordless telephone, you must charge the HANDSET for 12 hours.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:25 AM Page 19 Cordless Telephone Operation Placing Calls using the HANDSET 1. Press the TALK button. “Talk” will display and the Call Timer starts to count. 2. Wait until you hear a dial tone and then dial the phone number. 3. When you have finished your call, press the TALK button again or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. The duration of the call will be displayed on the LCD Screen for about 3 seconds. OR 1. Dial the phone number. 2. Press the TALK button.
manual 9742.qxd 1/11/2003 11:25 AM Page 20 Cordless Telephone Operation 4. Press the SAVE /RE/PA button. This will automatically redial the last telephone number you called. 5. When you have finished with your call, either press the TALK button again or place the HANDSET on the BASE UNIT. Redial Feature using the BASE UNIT 1. Press the button. 2. Listen for a dial tone. 3. Press the SAVE /REDIAL button to automatically dial the last number you called.
