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DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 2 Special Features C ongratulations on your selection of a quality XACT 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. XACT 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.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 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.
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DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 5 HANDSET Controls 4. VOL /MENU Button: (VOLUME) During TALK mode, press to adjust the receiver volume to a comfortable listening level. (MENU) Press to access the special functions operation in STANDBY mode. (For special functions see pages 20~26.) 5. HEADSET JACK: For connecting your headset plug to enjoy hands-free communication. (See page 11 for detail.) 6. TELEPHONE KEYPAD 1 to 0 Buttons: Allows you to make a call depending on pressed button.
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DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 7 BASE UNIT Controls 1. TELEPHONE LINE CONNECTION JACK 2. POWER-IN CONNECTION JACK 3. TONE/PULSE Select Switch 4. BASE UNIT ANTENNA 5. CHARGE TERMINALS: For charging the HANDSET BATTERY PACK. For best performance, clean the CHARGE TERMINALS periodically with a damp cloth. 6. Button: Press to page the HANDSETS. All HANDSETS currently linked to the BASE UNIT will “beep.” PAGE 7.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 8 Contents Contents Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................... 3 Getting Started.................................................................................................................5 Desk Mounting ................................................................................................................ 8 Wall Mounting...................................................
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 9 Contents Forwarded Call...................................................................................................... 19 Long Distance Call................................................................................................ 19 Outgoing Calls.......................................................................................................20 Function Settings........................................................................................
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 10 Safety Instructions Safety Instr 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.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 11 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.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 12 Getting Started Getting Star 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.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 13 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. Do not charge the HANDSET with TELEPHONE KEYPAD face down. 11. TONE/PULSE Select Switch: A.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 14 Getting Started Desk Mounti 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 32. 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.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 15 Desk Mounting Desk Mounting One of the special features of your telephone is the unique design of the MOUNTING BRACKET which can hold your phone at an angle of 30° when desk mounting. There are two positions to choose from: 1. NORMAL POSITION (MOUNTING BRACKET not required): For normal position, as shown in Figure 1, place the BASE UNIT on any desired but suitable location. 2.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 16 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.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 17 Cordless Telephone Operation Placing Calls 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 dialed. TALK button.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 18 Cordless Telephone Operation Extension In Use Indicator This telephone can detect when a HANDSET is already in use. The LCD Screen of all of the HANDSETS currently linked to the same BASE UNIT will display “Ext in-use.” This means you will have to wait until the line is free to make a call. Using the Headset Feature Your HANDSET, when connected to a headset (not included), will provide you with hands-free communication.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 19 Caller ID System Operation Caller ID System This telephone automatically displays an incoming caller’s name and telephone number together with the date and time of the call. It records up to 50 calls and stores the data in Memory. IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company to utilize this feature. Viewing Caller Information During Incoming Calls 1.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 20 Caller ID System Operation Caller ID with Call Waiting When you subscribe to Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, this telephone will display a flashing name and number of the second caller while you are having a phone conversation with your first caller. When a new call comes in while you are talking, you will hear a notification beep from the HANDSET and the volume is momentarily muted.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 21 Caller ID System Operation Viewing the Caller List 1. With the HANDSET in STANDBY mode, press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button. The LCD Screen will display “Incoming call,” press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button again to display the Caller ID records. 2. Any unviewed (new) calls will be displayed first. The information on the call will be displayed with the name, number, date, and time that the call was received. 3.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 22 Caller ID System Operation Caller ID Sys Storing Caller ID Records into the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) 1. When viewing the Caller ID List, press the SCROLL UP or DOWN find the record you wish to store into the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK). 2. Press and hold the SAVE button to /RE/PA button. 3. The LCD Screen will display “Saved.” 4. If you wish to edit the newly stored number, edit it in the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) (page 18, “Editing a Stored Number”). 5.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 23 Caller ID System Operation Name and Telephone Number DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) This DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) lets you scroll through the list to find the person you need for one touch dialing. You can store up to 40 names and telephone numbers in the Memory. Viewing the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ESC 1. Press the DIR/ button. The LCD Screen will display “Phone book.” 2.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 24 Caller ID System Operation Caller ID Sys Telephone Keypad Characters The TELEPHONE KEYPAD buttons are used to enter characters when entering names and numbers. Press the appropriate TELEPHONE KEYPAD button to get the following characters. You can store a maximum of 18 characters on the letter icon and a maximum of 22 digits on the number icon.
DSST~2601.qxd 3/8/2003 11:47 AM Page 25 Caller ID System Operation Placing Calls from the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ESC 1. Press the DIR/ button. The LCD Screen will display “Phone book.” 2. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the record you want to call. OR Press a TELEPHONE KEYPAD ( 2 /ABC to 9 /WXY) that corresponds to the first letter of a name. Press the SCROLL UP or DOWN button to find the record you wish to call. 3.