User Guide 900 MHz VB-44240A Cordless Telephone Issued January 2002
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CONTENTS Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Checking Your Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Understanding Your Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Handset Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Base Station Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional Headset (VB-44249HS) . . . . . . . . . . . Charging Unit (EXP9785) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 16 17 18 Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone . . 19 1.
Selecting Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recharging the Handset Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . Cleaning Handset & Charging Unit Contacts . . Charging a Spare Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 37 38 38 39 Programming Your Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Service Parts and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Service Parts . . . . .
Precautions Warning: Products powered by electricity should be serviced only by experienced professional technicians. Any attempt by others to service the products dealt with in this manual could result in serious injury or death. Warning: The 900 MHz cordless telephone and associated equipment described in this manual are not waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to equipment, DO NOT expose the equipment to rain or moisture.
Precautions FCC Warning This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio and television reception. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in Subject J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.
Checking Your Package Before reading the User Guide and using the Panasonic 900 MHz Cordless Telephone, take a few minutes to check the contents of your package.
Checking Your Package 800 mAH DC 3.
Checking Your Package Telephone Cable 9
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Understanding Your Telephone The Panasonic 900 MHz VB-44240A Business Phone is a digital cordless telephone that allows you to stay connected to your Panasonic PBX - even when you are away from the desk.
Understanding Your Telephone Handset features 9 ON 1 16 17 2 OFF 3 4 R/VOL MUTE 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 14 15 8 Handset Features 12 Number Feature 1 Ringer ON/OFF switch 2 Message Display 3 FF-6 (programmable) Default: PROGRAM key 4 TALK key
Understanding Your Telephone Number Feature 5 Numeric Keypad 6 FF-2 (programmable) 7 FF-1 (programmable) 8 Microphone 9 Headset Jack 10 FF-5 (programmable) Default: AUTO key 11 HOLD key 12 REDIAL key 13 CHANNEL key 14 FF-3 (programmable) 15 FF-4 (programmable) 16 Volume (R/VOL) key 17 Mute (MUTE) key 900 MHz Cordless Telephone User Guide 13
Understanding Your Telephone HANDSET OVERVIEW The 900 MHz handset has a two-line LCD display. Each line displays up to 16 alphanumeric characters. The display can also show up to four icons: (Talk, Ringer Off, Battery Low, and Message) Handset Modes Your handset operates primarily in these modes: Standby, Talk, or Programming. When you place a call, receive a call, or when you are in a converstation, the handset is in Talk mode and the Talk icon is displayed.
Understanding Your Telephone hold. If the holding call is diconnected, the LCD goes blank. For information about programming mode, see "Programming Your Handset" on page 41. Ringer Off Indication The Ringer Off icon appears if the ringer is turned off with the R/VOL switch. Low Battery Warnings • Standby mode: Battery Low icon appears. A battery low alert tone sounds once every 15 seconds for three minutes.
Understanding Your Telephone BASE STATION FEATURES 1 5 2 16 4 3 Number Feature 1 CORDLESS Button 2 CORDLESS LED 3 STATUS LED 4 DESK LED 5 DESK Button
Understanding Your Telephone OPTIONAL HEADSET (VB-44249HS) The optional Headset provides a “Hands-Free” Option for the 900 MHz phone. With the Headset installed, you can use the Belt Clip to carry the handset, and conduct a conversation using the Head Set. To install the optional Headset, open the cover over the Headset Jack and plug the Headset in. No other settings are needed. Operation of the 900 MHz phone using the Headset is exactly the same as using the handset.
Understanding Your Telephone CHARGING UNIT (EXP9785) The unique design of your 900 MHz phone allows you to place the handset in the charging unit with or without the Belt Clip attached. The Battery Packs can be recharged either in or out of the handset.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone The Panasonic 900 MHz Cordless phone is installed with your existing key telephone and DBS series PBX as shown in the following illustration: PBX Base Station Handset Key Telephone (Optional) 1. SELECTING THE INSTALLATION LOCATION The base station can be placed on a desk or tabletop near a standard 120V AC outlet and telephone line jack.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 2. CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE CORDS The base station for your 900 MHz phone must be connected to the Panasonic PBX. You can also connect a Panasonic key phone to the base station. Caution: Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 3. APPLYING POWER IMPORTANT! Route the power cord where it will not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or other electrical hazards. 3.1 Applying Power to the Base Station Use only the supplied AC Adapter (EXP9704). 3.2 Applying Power to the Charging Unit Use only the supplied AC Adapter (AD970).
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 4. INSTALLING THE HANDSET BATTERY 1. Remove the battery cover by pressing the latch and sliding the cover down and off of the handset. 2. Slide the battery down into the handset. 3. Place the cover and slide the cover up until it latches into the handset.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 5. CHARGING THE HANDSET BATTERY (FIRST TIME) The Rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery must be fully charged before using your 900 MHz phone for the first time. 1. Place the handset in the front slot of the charging unit. 2. Make sure the CHARGE indicator lights. If the CHARGE light doesn’t light, check to see that the AC Adapter is plugged in, and that the handset is making good contact with the charging unit charging contacts. 3.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 6. ATTACHING BELT CLIP TO HANDSET You can use the belt clip to attach the handset to your belt or pocket for convenient portability. 1. Locate the belt clip notches on the sides of the handset, near the top. 2. Slide the belt clip tabs into the notches. 3. Press firmly until the belt clip snaps into place. 4. To remove, simply lift one side of the belt clip to pull the tabs out of the handset notches.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone WALL-MOUNTING THE BASE STATION (OPTIONAL PROCEDURE) Standard Wall Plate Mounting You can use this mounting option if you have a standard AT&T or GTE wall plate connection to the Panasonic PBX. 1. Slide the Wall Mount Adapter into the notches at the top of the base station. Rotate the Wall Mount Adapter down and snap it into place. 2. Plug the AC Adapter (EXP9704) into the base station. 3.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 5. Plug the other end of the short telephone cord (from the LINE IN jack) into the modular wall jack. 6. Place the base station on the posts of the wall plate and push down until it is firmly seated. 7. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Note: You can plug the base station into an AC outlet controlled by a wall switch. This is especially convenient for base stations that are not easily accessible.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone Direct Wall Mounting If you do not have a standard wall plate, you can mount the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone base station directly on a wall. Before doing so, consider the following: • Select a location away from electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a hazard when screws are inserted into the wall. • Ensure that the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the base station.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 5. Place the telephone cord(s) inside the molded channel(s) on the bottom of the Wall Mount Adapter. 6. Place the base station on the posts of the wall screws and push down until firmly seated. 7. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. WALL-MOUNTING THE CHARGING UNIT (OPTIONAL PROCEDURE) The charging unit is also designed to be wallmounted.
Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 1. Insert two mounting screws 1-9/10 inches apart. Allow about 3/16 of an inch between the wall and screw heads for mounting the phone. 3/16" 1 9/10" 2. Plug the AC Adapter into the charging unit. Wrap the AC Adapter cord around the strain relief. 3. Place the charging unit on the posts of the wall screws and push down until firmly seated. Strain Relief 4. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet.
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Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone BEFORE YOU BEGIN • • • • Ensure that your 900 MHz phone has been installed as described in "Installing the 900 MHz Cordless Telephone" on page 19. Remove the handset from the charging unit before using the handset. Raise the base station antenna to the vertical position. Ensure that the Cordless LED "CORDLESS" LED on the base station is lit.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone ANSWERING A CALL If the handset is out of the charging unit: • Press TALK or any key on the numeric keypad. If the handset is in the charging unit: 1. Remove the handset from the charging unit. (The AutoTalk feature allows you to answer the call immediately.) 2. When you finish the call, place the handset back in the charging unit. (The AutoStandby feature automatically ends the call.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone MUTING THE HANDSET MICROPHONE When in Talk mode (during a coversation): Press the MUTE key on right side of the handset. The called party can no longer hear you voice or any other sounds near the handset. The Talk icon blinks. To turn off mute, press the MUTE key again. Mute is also cancelled when you press the TALK button to end the conversation.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone 34 Ring type B (High) Ring Type B High Ring type B (Low) Ring Type B Low Ring type C (High) Ring Type C High Ring type C (Low) Ring Type C Low Ring Off (Vibrate) Ring Off
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone SWITCHING CALLS BETWEEN TELEPHONES The 900 MHz cordless telephone base station allows you to switch calls between the 900 MHz handset and the key telephone. Caution: Do not press the buttons labeled "Desk" or "Cordless" on the base station when receiving a call. Doing so may disconnect the call. Switching a call from 900 MHz handset to key telephone To switch during an active call: 1. Press HOLD on the 900 MHz handset. 2. Press TALK on the 900 MHz handset. 3.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone Switching a call from key telephone to 900 MHz handset To switch a call from the key telephone to the 900 MHz handset during an active call: 1. Press HOLD on the key telephone. 2. Press the CORDLESS button on the base station. 3. Press TALK on the 900 MHz handset. Note: • If you are on an active call on the key telephone and you press the CORDLESS button on the base station without first pressing the HOLD button on the key telephone, your call will be disconnected.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone LOW BATTERY INDICATOR When the battery in the handset is low and needs to be charged, you will see a message on the display. On a Call In Standby Mode All keys and functions are None of the buttons available. operate. Handset beeps once every 3 seconds until conversation ends. Handset beeps once every 15 seconds for 3 minutes, then stops. Complete your call as quickly as possible. Cannot make call and receive a call.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone RECHARGING THE HANDSET BATTERY 1. Place the handset in the front slot of the charging unit. 2. Make sure the CHARGE indicator lights. If the CHARGE light doesn’t light, check to see that the AC Adapter is plugged in, and that the handset is making good contact with the charging unit charging contacts. 3. Charge the battery without interruption for 5 hours.
Using Your 900 MHz Cordless Telephone CHARGING A SPARE BATTERY The Charger Unit of your 900 MHz phone is equipped to charge a spare battery with or without the handset in the front slot. 1. Slide the (optional) spare battery into the second slot in the charging unit until the retaining clip snaps over the top of the battery. 2. Make sure the BATT CHARGE indicator lights.
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Programming Your Handset The 900 MHz handset has 6 programmable function keys (F1 to F6). The F1 to F4 keys are back lighted, so these keys can be programmed as Feature Function (FF) keys. F2 F1 F5 F6 AUTO HOLD HOLD DIGITAL CHANNEL SPREAD SPECTRUM TALK PROG Panasonic F3 F4 Note: When used with the DBS 96/72/90 and the DBS 824, LED indications of calls are only available if the handset and desk telephone FF Keys are programmed as CO keys.
Programming Your Handset 2. Choose the key you want to program. Scroll forward through the key selections by pressing the R/VOL key, or move backwards by pressing the MUTE key. 3. Press the "0" key to confirm your F-key selection. 4. Select the program function to assign to the F-key by pressing the R/VOL or MUTE key to move through the selections.
Programming Your Handset 5. Press the "0" key to confirm your function selection. The handset will display COMPLETE next to the assigned key number and the function assigned to that key. You can now program the next F-key. Note: To exit the programming mode at any time, press the TALK button. This returns the phone to Standby mode. Note: You must press the TALK button on the handset to scroll through System Speed Dial (SSD) and Personal Speed Dial ( PSD) addresses using the * and # keys.
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Troubleshooting If your 900 MHz cordless telephone is not performing to your expectations, try these steps. If you are still unable to resolve the problems, contact your PBX Administrator. Note: Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. All service must be performed by qualified service personnel.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause/Corrective Action • • Charge light won’t come on when headset is placed in charging unit. • • Conversation interrupted by other conversations or excessive static Conversation is interrupted frequently. • Select a different channel on your handset. • Make sure the base antenna is fully vertical. Move closer to the base. Check for LOW BATT warning. • • • Handset does not ring • • • 46 Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base station and wall outlet.
Service Parts and Accessories SERVICE PARTS AC Adapter for Charging Unit AD970 AC Adapter for Base Station EXP9704 Belt Clip (Assembled) EXP9702 Charging Unit without AC Adapter EXP9785 800 mAH DC 3.
Service Parts and Accessories OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Leather Case VB-44249ALC 48 Headset VB-44249HS
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