User's Manual

Problem Solving Section
Problem Solving Section
For your assistance, we have listed below a few common problems.
Phone does not work, check the following:
Base unit is plugged into a power source.
Handset is charged.
TONE/PULSE Select Switch is in the right position.
TELEPHONE LINE CORD is plugged into the TELEPHONE JACK.
Range of phone limited, check the following:
Base unit is centrally located in your residence.
Base unit is not located near appliances.
No dial tone, check the following:
Telephone line cord plugs are connected to the TELEPHONE JACK and TELEPHONE
LINE CONNECTION JACK.
Base unit is plugged into a power source.
If you had a power failure or had unplugged the base unit, replace the handset on the
base unit for 2 to 5 seconds to reset the system.
Received signal flutters or fades, check the following:
Batteries in the handset is fully charged.
Handset is not too far from the base unit.
Interference on reception, check the following:
Noise may be picked up from electrical products in the home or electrical storms. Generally,
this noise is a minor annoyance and should be interpreted as a defect in your system.
Choose an alternate channel using the SCAN button on the handset.
Long Distance “L-D-C” indicator si not ON when receiving a long distance call, check
the following:
Your local telephone company can provide the Area Code on an incoming long distance
call.
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