3-232-153-11 (1) Cordless Telephone with Answering System Operating Instructions Hearing-Aid Compatible SPP-A2780 ©2001 Sony Corporation US
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 3.
INFORMATION FOR FCC REGURATION CLAIM 1. This equipment complies with Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules for the United States. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC certification number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. 2.
IMPORTANTES INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD A fin de reducir el riesgo de incendio, descarga eléctrica y lesiones a las personas cuando usted use su equipo telefónico, siempre debe observar precauciones básicas de seguridad, entre ellas: 1. No use este producto cerca del agua, por ejemplo, cerca de una bañera, lavabo, fregadero de cocina o lavadora, en un sótano mojado o cerca de una piscina. 2. Evite usar un teléfono (que no sea del tipo inalámbricos) durante una tormenta eléctrica.
INFORMACIÓN PARA LA DEMANDA DE LA REGLAMENTACIÓN DE LA FCC 1. Este equipo cumple con la Parte 15 y la Parte 68 de las reglas de la FCC para EE.UU. En la base de este equipo hay una etiqueta que contiene, entre otra información, el número de certificado de la FCC y el número de equivalencia de timbre de llamada (REN) para este equipo. Cuando se solicite, esta información deberá ofrecerse a la compañía telefónica. 2.
Table of contents Getting Started 8 Welcome 9 Read this first 10 Step 1: Checking the package contents 11 Step 2: Setting up the base phone 14 Step 3: Preparing the battery pack 16 Step 4: Choosing the dialing mode 17 Step 5: Entering the area code 21 Step 6: Setting the day and time 23 Setting up the EZ Access function 25 Registering additional cordless handsets 27 Changing the language of the display 28 Identifying the parts Telephone Features 43 Phone Directory 43 Storing phone numbers and names 46 Maki
58 59 Transferring from the base phone to the cordless handset Transferring between the cordless handsets Answering Machine Features 60 Preparing the answering machine 60 Recording the greeting 62 Selecting the ring time 63 Selecting the recording quality 64 Selecting the answering mode 66 Setting the audible message indicator 67 Turning on the answering function 68 Playing back messages 68 When you come home 70 Displaying remaining available recording time for message 71 Erasing messages 72 Screening in
Getting Started Welcome Thank you for purchasing Sony QuadraStation 2.4! The phone systems can be expanded to a total of four cordless handsets and realizes the Intercom conversation* between a couple of cordless handsets (walkie-talkie function). * Also includes a communication between the base phone and the cordless handset. First, read the followings. • The system includes a cordless handset.
Read this first Before you use your phone, you must first set it up. Here’s a quick way to set up your phone: Steps 1 to 6. Step 1 (page 10) First, unpack the phone and the supplied accessories. (pages 11 to 13) You need to do two things to set up the base phone, including finding the best location for the base phone. Step 3 Base phone (pages 14 to 15) Getting Started Step 2 Insert the battery pack into the cordless handset and charge it for more than 12 hours.
Step 1 Checking the package contents Make sure you have received the following items in the package. If anything is missing, contact your local Sony dealer.
Step 2 Setting up the base phone Do the following steps: • Choose the best location • Connect the base phone Where you place the base phone affects the reception quality of the cordless handset.
Step 2: Setting up the base phone (continued) Connect the base phone If you want to hang the base phone on the wall, see page 86. 1 4 Hook the cord. 3 To an AC outlet To DC IN 9V To LINE To HANDSET AC power adaptor (supplied AC-T46) 2 To a telephone Telephone line cord (supplied) outlet 1 Connect the handset cord to the To tilt the phone If you want to tilt the phone, attach the supplied wall bracket on the bottom of the base phone. HANDSET jack and to the handset.
Notes • Use only the supplied AC-T46 AC power adaptor. Do not use any other AC power adaptor. • Connect the AC power adaptor to a continuous power supply. • Place the base phone close to the AC outlet so that you can unplug the AC power adaptor easily. – + Getting Started Tip If your telephone outlet is not modular, contact your telephone service company for assistance.
Step 3 Preparing the battery pack Charge the battery pack for more than 12 hours before you start using your cordless handset. 1 Slide open the battery compartment lid of the cordless handset. 2 Connect the battery connector BP-T38 with correct polarity (black wire goes on lower side and red wire goes on upper side). Red Black 3 Hook the cords and insert the Hook battery pack. Then close the lid.
About the station number HANDSET 1 NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF Getting Started When you start charging the battery, “HANDSET 1” appears on the display of the cordless handset. This shows the ID number for each cordless handset and base phone of the system, called “station number.” The station number of the base phone is set to 0 and that of the cordless handset (supplied with the base phone) is set to 1 at the factory.
Step 4 Choosing the dialing mode For the telephone to work properly, select an appropriate dialing mode (tone or pulse). You can select the dialing mode on both the base phone and cordless handset. The dialing mode that has been last set either with the base phone or cordless handset is selected. When you set the dialing mode with the cordless handset, make sure the base phone* is not in use before you start the setting. You cannot set the dialing mode while the system is in use.
Step 5 Entering the area code If you live in an area where calls from or to other local areas can also be made by 10-digit dialing (area code + number), you can register up to 5 local area codes with this telephone to take advantage of this system. See “To enter the local area code (For 10 digits phone number users)” on page 19. Case 2. If 10-digit dialing (area code + number) is required for all local calls in your area, see “To enter the local area code (For 10 digits phone number users)” on page 19.
Step 5: Entering the area code (continued) 4 Enter the three digits of your home area code using the dialing keys. 5 Press (PGM). You hear a long confirmation beep. Notes • If the home area code is already entered, it appears on the display in step 2. To enter a different home area code, see “To change the home area code” below. • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure.
To enter the local area code (For 10 digits phone numbers users) 1 2 Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 17. Select the number (“LOCAL 1” to “LOCAL 5”) to enter the local area code by turning Jog Dial. HOME : LOCAL 1: LOCAL 2: NEW 3 Getting Started If a call matches one of the local area codes you entered, the phone number will be registered with 10 digits in the Caller ID list (area code + number).
Step 5: Entering the area code (continued) To change the local area code 1 Perform steps 1 to 3 on page 19. The current local area code appears on the display. 2 3 4 Press (ERASE) to erase the current local area code. Enter a new local area code using the dialing keys. Press (PGM). You hear a long confirmation beep. To erase the local area code You can erase the local area code. Perform steps 1 and 2 avobe, then press (PGM). The local area code will be erased, and you hear a long confirmation beep.
Step 6 Setting the day and time * If the system includes additional cordless handsets, it is necessary to stop using them before you start the setting as well. 1 Press (PGM). Turn Press 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “DAY/ Getting Started Set the day and time so that you can stamp day and time for the incoming messages. You will hear the recorded day and time when you play back messages. You can set the day and time only with the cordless handset.
Step 6: Setting the day and time (continued) 5 Press Jog Dial. ENTER MIMUTE AND PRESS JOG DIAL 11:00 NEW 6 Set the minute (00 to 59) by turning Jog Dial. OLD OLD 8 Select “AM” or “PM” by turning Jog Dial, and then press Jog Dial. You hear a long confirmation beep. Then the phone starts counting time. Notes • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure.
Setting up the EZ Access function The EZ Access function enables you to access to any set of numbers up to 32 digits long by simple one-touch. Use for calling cards plus PIN, voice mail, long distance provider, or any other set of frequently used number. Getting Started After setting up the access number, you only need to press (EZ ACCESS) for dialing the access number of your special services e.g. long distance provider. Also, you can set up just a phone number with the function for onetouch dialing.
Setting up the EZ Access function (continued) To use the EZ Access –for making calls, see page 33, 35. –for redialing, see page 37. –for making calls from the Phone Directory, see page 47. –for making calls from Caller ID list, see page 80. To change the access number Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 23. 1 The current access number appears on the display. 2 3 4 Press (ERASE) to erase the current access number. Enter a new access number using the dialing keys. Press (PGM).
Registering additional cordless handsets Getting Started The phone system includes a cordless handset. You can expand the system including a total of four cordless handsets. Be sure to register the ID number of the additional cordless handset called “station number” to the base phone before using the additional cordless handset. The station number of the base phone is set to 0 and that of the cordless handset (supplied with the base phone) is set to 1 at the factory.
Registering additional cordless handsets (continued) 3 Enter the 10 digits system ID by pressing the dialing keys. The system ID is shown on a sticker affixed to the bottom of the base phone. 4 Press (PGM). You hear a long confirmation beep and the assigned station number is displayed. System ID Notes • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure.
Changing the language of the display You can choose English or Spanish as the display language by following the procedure below. You can select the display language both the base phone and the cordless handset, further more, you can select the display language on each unit (base phone and cordless handset). 1 Press (PGM). (Press (PROGRAM) on the base phone.) Turn Press 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ESPANOL”, and then press Jog Dial.
Identifying the parts Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details. Base phone qf qg qh qj 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 qk ql w; wa ws wd wf wg 0 qa qs qd 1 Display window (p. 35, 68, 76) 8 Speaker 2 MEMO REC button (p. 73) 9 REVIEW button (p. 69) Records a memo message. Keep the button pressed for a playback review of the current message. 3 MESSAGE PLAY/STOP button (p. 68) Plays back recorded messages. 4 ANSWER ON/OFF button (p. 67, 68) Turns the answering function on or off.
wh Getting Started wj qh VOL – button (p. 35, 69) Adjusts the handset or speaker volume. qj VOL + button (p. 35, 69) Adjusts the handset or speaker volume. qk Jog Dial (p. 21, 77) ql EZ ACCESS button (p. 23, 35) Lets you make a call with the registered access number. w; REDIAL/PAUSE button (p. 37) Redials one of the last five numbers called/inserts a pause in the dialing sequence. wa CALL WAITING/FLASH button (p.
Identifying the parts (continued) Cordless handset 1 2 3 9 0 4 5 qa 6 qs 7 8 qd 1 Antenna 2 Speaker 3 Display window (p. 32, 76) 4 TALK button (p. 32) Lets you make or receive a call. 5 HOLD/PLAY button (p. 33, 68, 72) Puts a call on hold/plays back recorded messages. Lets you make a call with the registered access number. 9 Jog Dial (p. 17, 43, 77) 0 OFF button (p. 32, 40) Allows you to disconnect the call. qa INTERCOM button (p.
Getting Started qj qk qf qg ql w; wa ws qh qf REPEAT . button (p. 69) Press once to repeat the current message or twice to go back to the previous message. qg TONE button (p. 33) Allows you to switch temporarily to tone dialing. qh RINGER qj I (HEADSET) jack (p. 33, 39, 87) qk VOL (volume) switch (p. 33) Adjust the cordless handset volume. wd w; # button (p. 83) Used to change the number of digits of the phone number in the Caller ID list. wa PGM (program) button (p.
Basics Making calls Making calls with the cordless handset 1 Pick up the cordless handset from the charger. 2 Press (TALK) and wait until “TALK” appears on the display and the display also shows the talk time in hours, minutes and seconds. (HOLD) (*TONE) (EZ ACCESS) (ERASE) I (HEADSET) jack The dialing keys light up. VOL switch You then hear a dial tone. “HANDSET 1 IN USE” appears on the display of the base phone when the cordless handset with the station number “1” is in use.
Making calls when the headset is connected When a headset (optional) is connected to the I (HEADSET) jack on the cordless handset, you can talk through the headset. Open Making calls using the EZ Access function 1 2 Pick up the cordless handset from the charger. 3 Press (EZ ACCESS). Dial the phone number (e.g., 1-201-123-4567, or 011-...). The system dials first, the access number set up with the EZ access function, and then the phone number you dialed in step 2. “TALK” appears on the display.
Making calls (continued) Notes • When making a call on the cordless handset, “ ” appears on the display indicating the receiver sensitivity with the base phone. Three bars indicate a good reception, no bar indicates a bad reception. When calling from an area with poor reception, you may experience interference or the call may be disconnected, so try to use the cordless handset in areas that have a good reception.
Making calls with the base phone 1 (PROGRAM) Jog Dial (VOL +) (VOL -) (ERASE) Dial the phone number. When you’re done talking, replace the handset in the cradle or press (SPEAKERPHONE) again. (EZ ACCESS) (*TONE) (HOLD) (SPEAKERPHONE) Basics 2 3 (REDIAL/PAUSE) Pick up the handset or press (CALL WAITING/ FLASH) (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone. “TALK” or “SPEAKERPHONE” appears on the display and the display also shows the talk time in hours, minutes and seconds.
Making calls (continued) Additional tasks To Do this Adjust the handset or speakerphone volume During phone conversation, press (VOL -) or (VOL +). There are 3 steps for the handset volume level, and 7 steps for the speakerphone volume level. Put a call on hold Press (HOLD). “HOLD” appears on the display. Press (HOLD), (SPEAKERPHONE), or pick up the handset from the base phone to resume the conversation. Switch to tone dialing temporarily Press (*TONE) after you’re connected.
Redialing Both the base phone and the cordless handset can each individually store five dialed phone numbers. Turn 1 Press (REDIAL/PAUSE). 2 Display the name or phone Press number you want to call by turning Jog Dial. Basics 3 Press Jog Dial. 4 Turn Jog Dial to choose “DIAL”, and then press Jog Dial. The phone number will be redialed. (PGM) (EZ ACCESS) Notes • The redial memory only registers up to 32 digits. Exceeding numbers will not be redialed.
Making calls (continued) To erase the dialed phone number one by one 1 Display the name or phone number you want to erase by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 37. 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ERASE REDIAL”, and then press Jog Dial. 3 Turn Jog Dial to choose “YES”, and then press Jog Dial. You hear a long confirmation beep, and the number is erased. To erase the entire dialed phone numbers at once 1 Press (PGM). (Press (PROGRAM) on the base phone.
Receiving calls Receiving calls with the cordless handset 1 When you hear the phone ring: • Press (TALK). or I (HEADSET) jack VOL switch (HOLD) “TALK” appears on the display and the display also shows the talk time in hours, minutes and seconds. Basics • Pick up the cordless handset from the charger when the cordless handset is placed on the charger.
Receiving calls (continued) Additional tasks To Do this Adjust the cordless handset volume Set the VOL switch to H (high), M (middle) or L (low). Put a call on hold Press (HOLD). “HOLD” appears on the display. Press (HOLD) again or pick up the cordless handset from the charger (When Quick talk is set to “ON”; see below) to resume the conversation. Switch to another call (“call waiting” service*) Press (CALL WAITING/FLASH). Press (CALL WAITING/FLASH) again to return to the first caller.
Receiving calls with the base phone 1 When you hear the phone ring, pick up the handset or press (SPEAKERPHONE) on the base phone. (CALL WAITING/ FLASH) (VOL +) (VOL -) “TALK” or “SPEAKERPHONE” appears on the display and the display also shows the talk time in hours, minutes and seconds. When you’re done talking, replace the handset in the cradle or press (SPEAKERPHONE) again. To obtain the best speakerphone performance, see page 36.
Receiving calls (continued) Note Even when you set the ringer volume on the base phone to off, the cordless handset will ring when the ringer volume on the cordless handset is set to high or low. Tips • To inform you of an incoming call, the display shows “** RINGING **” even when you set the ringer volume on the base phone to off.
Telephone Features Phone Directory You can dial a number by scrolling through the Phone Directory. Both the base phone and the cordless handset can each store up to 50 separate numbers. Storing phone numbers and names Example: to store “SONY” “1234567”. 1 Press (PGM). (Press (PROGRAM) on the base phone.) Turn Press (GO BACK) PHONE DIRECTORY MEMORY MANAGE NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF 2 Press Jog Dial. “ENTER NAME” appears on the display.
Phone Directory (continued) Each press of Jog Dial after choosing “M” or “m” switches the characters from upper case letters t lower case letters t numbers and symbols. ENTER NAME ABCDEFGHIJKLMN OPQRSTUVWXYZ NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF ENTER NAME abcdefghijklmn opqrstuvwxyz NEW Enter successive characters in the same way. To enter a “space”, turn Jog Dial to choose “ ” (space), and then press Jog Dial. “ENTER NUMBER” appears on the display. keys.
Notes • If you try to save a 51st phone number, you will hear five short error beeps and “THE MEMORY IS FULL” will be displayed. You cannot store the phone number. To store another phone number, erase one of the stored phone numbers (see page 49). • Names cannot be entered using the dialing keys. • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure. Tips • When you select “(GO BACK)”, you can return to the previous set display by pressing Jog Dial.
Phone Directory (continued) Making calls from the Phone Directory Turn 1 Press Jog Dial. Press “PHONE DIRECTORY” appears on the display. PHONE DIRECTORY ABC DEF NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF (TALK) (PGM) (EZ ACCESS) 2 Turn Jog Dial to select an alphabet group ([ABC], [DEF]...) which includes the initial character of the name you want to search for, and then press Jog Dial. TUV WXYZ etc NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF If a numbers or a symbol is the initial character, select the “[etc]” group.
5 Turn Jog Dial to choose “DIAL”, and then press Jog Dial. The phone number will be dialed. Tips • When you select “(GO BACK)”, you can return to the previous set display by pressing Jog Dial. • If there is no data recorded in the selected alphabet group in step 2, the data memory of the next following group will be displayed. • You may press (TALK) on the cordless handset (on the base phone, pick up the handset or press (SPEAKERPHONE)) to make a call instead of doing steps 4 and 5.
Phone Directory (continued) Changing a stored name and/or phone number 1 Display the name you want to change by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 46. BROWN JOHN SONY SMITH JOHN NEW 2 Press Jog Dial. Turn Jog Dial to choose “EDIT”, and then press Jog Dial. The cursor “_” is at the right of the name. 4 Turn Jog Dial to choose “P”, then press Jog Dial or press (ERASE) to erase the characters, and enter the new name. If you want to change only the number, skip this step. 5 Press (PGM).
Erasing a memory location To erase the phone number one by one Display the name you want to erase by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 46. 1 BROWN JOHN SONY SMITH JOHN NEW 2 Press Jog Dial. Turn Jog Dial to choose “ERASE DIRECTORY”, and then press Jog Dial. RING OFF OLD MASSAGE RING OFF OLD MASSAGE RING OFF Turn Jog Dial to choose “YES”, and then press Jog Dial. You hear a long confirmation beep and the memory location is erased. To erase the entire memory at once 1 Press (PGM).
Phone Directory (continued) Transferring the Phone Directory memory The Phone Directory memory can be transferred one by one or all at once (with a maximum of 50 numbers) from a cordless handset to the base phone or to an additional cordless handset, or from a base phone to one of the cordless handsets. Make sure the base phone* is not in use before you start the setting. * If the system includes additional cordless handsets, it is necessary to stop using them before you start the setting as well.
To transfer all phone numbers from the Phone Directory The Phone Directory receiving the transfer will be totally overwritten. 1 Press (PGM). (Press (PROGRAM) on the base phone.) 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “MEMORY MANAGE”, and then press Jog Dial. 3 Turn Jog Dial to choose “SEND ALL DIR”, and then press Jog Dial. 4 When the system has one cordless handset (GO BACK) REC. CAPACITY SEND ALL DIR NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF Skip this step.
Switching the phones during a call You can easily switch between the cordless handset and the base phone, or between the cordless handsets without disconnecting the call. Switching from the base phone to the cordless handset 1 Press (HOLD) on the base phone. The call is on hold and “HOLD” appears on the display. 2 Pick up the cordless handset (SPEAKERPHONE) from the charger (When Quick talk is set to “ON”; see page 40), or press (TALK) or (HOLD) on the cordless handset.
Switching from the cordless handset to another cordless handset (When the system has an additional cordless handset) 1 Press (HOLD) on the cordless handset. The call is on hold and “HOLD” appears on the display. 2 Pick up another cordless handset from the charger (When Quick talk is set to “ON”; see page 40), or press (TALK) or (HOLD) on the cordless handset. You can continue talking to the caller through the cordless handset.
Intercom Operation Talking between the phones – Intercom You can make an intercom call between the cordless handset and base phone, or between the cordless handsets. You can start the intercom from any phone. Talking from the cordless handset to the base phone Example: Making intercom call from the cordless handset whose station number is 1 to the base phone. Press (INTERCOM). 1 2 When the system has one cordless handset Skip this step.
Talking from the base phone to the cordless handset Example: Making intercom call from the base phone to the cordless handset whose station number is 1. 1 Press (INTERCOM). 2 When the system has one cordless handset Skip this step. When the system has an additional cordless handset Turn Jog Dial to choose “TO HANDSET 1”, and then press Jog Dial.
Talking between the phones – Intercom (continued) Talking between the cordless handsets – Walkie-Talkie function (When the system has an additional cordless handset) You can make an intercom conversation between a couple of cordless handsets (Walkie-Talkie function) of the same phone system far from the base phone (e.g. use out of doors). Example: Making intercom call from station number 1 to station number 2. 1 Press (INTERCOM). 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “TO HANDSET 2”, and then press Jog (TALK) Dial.
Transferring a call You can transfer a call between the cordless handset and base phone, or between the cordless handsets without disconnecting the call. Transferring from the cordless handset to the base phone Example: Transferring a call from the cordless handset whose station number is 1 to the base phone. 1 Press (INTERCOM). (OFF) The call is put on hold. 2 When the system has one cordless handset Skip this step.
Transferring a call (continued) Transferring from the base phone to the cordless handset Example: Transferring a call from the base phone to the cordless handset whose station number is 1. 1 Press (INTERCOM). The call is put on hold. 2 When the system has one cordless handset Skip this step. When the system has an additional cordless handset Turn Jog Dial to choose “TO HANDSET 1”, and then press Jog Dial.
Transferring between the cordless handsets (When the system has an additional cordless handset) Example: Transferring a call from station number 1 to station number 2. 1 Press (INTERCOM). The call is put on hold. 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “TO HANDSET 2”, and then press Jog (OFF) Dial. Both cordless handsets ring and “** INTERCOM 2 **” appears on the display of the cordless handset whose station number is 1 and “** INTERCOM 1 **” appears on the display of the cordless handset whose station number is 2.
Answering Machine Features Preparing the answering machine Recording the greeting This answering machine has prerecorded greetings (see page 61). However, you can record your own greeting. The greeting must be between two seconds and one minute long. You can record only one greeting, and it is used regardless of the answering mode (“normal” and “announcement only” modes. See page 64). Therefore, if you decide to change the mode, make sure that you record a new greeting to match the answering mode.
Notes • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure. • If recording did not succeed, you hear five short error beeps. Start over the procedure. • If a call comes in while recording a greeting, recording is cancelled. Start over the procedure. • If you hear five short error beeps while recording, the recording area may be full. In this case, erase unnecessary messages (see page 71).
Preparing the answering machine (continued) Selecting the ring time You can select the number of rings before the answering machine starts to play back the greeting and records incoming messages. There are three options of ring time. The ring time is preset to “TOLL SAVER”. You can set the ring time only with the cordless handset. Make sure the base phone* is not in use before you start the setting.
Note • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure. • When “ERROR” appears on the display and five short error beeps are heard after Jog Dial is pressed in step 4, move the cordless handset closer to the base phone, make sure the base phone is not in use, and then start over the procedure. Tip When you select “(GO BACK)”, you can return to the previous set display by pressing Jog Dial.
Preparing the answering machine (continued) Notes • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure. • The approx. length of the three recording grades are: “HI (SHORT PLAY)”– 8 minutes “MID”– 15 minutes “NORM (LONG PLAY)”– 20 minutes Actual recording time may vary.
4 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ANNOUNCE ONLY” or “NORMAL”, and then press Jog Dial. You hear a long confirmation beep. Answering mode When you wish to Pre-recorded greeting “ANSWERING MODE” is set to “NORMAL” (normal mode) play a greeting to ask the caller to leave a message. “Hello, I’m unable to answer your call right now. Please leave your name, number and message after the tone.
Preparing the answering machine (continued) When the memory is full The recording area of this phone’s memory is about 20 minutes* (including the greeting, messages, and memo). If the remaining recording area becomes less than 30 seconds, the phone automatically switches to announcement only mode, which does not record messages, and the greeting will be switched to the pre-recorded greeting. Confirm the available time left for recording (page 70).
Turning on the answering function Press (ANSWER ON/OFF) so that it lights up in red. Notes • When the memory is full, you hear five short error beeps and you cannot turn on the answering function. Erase unnecessary messages (see page 71). • If four minutes have passed while recording the incoming message, the line is automatically disconnected. • If the message is shorter than two seconds, it will not be recorded.
Playing back messages You can play back messages on both the base phone and the cordless handset. When the phone is not in use and not in announcement only mode, the display of the base phone shows the following. TUE 4:53PM NEW MESSAGE 05 NEW CALL 08 NEW OLD MASSAGE Total number of new messages RING OFF When you come home (ANSWER ON/OFF) (1) . REPEAT (MESSAGE PLAY/STOP) (VOL +) (VOL -) (4) REVIEW (PROGRAM) (ERASE) Jog Dial (3) > SKIP (6) QUICK Jog Dial (HOLD/PLAY) VOL switch (OFF) (1) REPEAT .
Additional tasks when playing back messages To Do this Adjust the answering volume During playback, press (VOL +) or (VOL -) on the base phone. There are 7 steps for the answering volume level. Adjust the cordless handset volume Set the VOL switch on the cordless handset to H (high), M (middle) or L (low). Stop playback Press (MESSAGE PLAY/STOP) on the base phone or (OFF) on the cordless handset. Skip to the next message Press (3) > SKIP while the current message is playing.
Playing back messages (continued) Displaying remaining available recording time for message You can see how much recordable message quantity remains available simply by checking the display. The message recordable quantity is displayed in 14 levels. When all of the squares on the display are black, it means that the memory is full. 1 Press (PGM). (Press (PROGRAM) on the base phone.) 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “MEMORY MANAGE”, and then press Jog Dial. 3 Turn Jog Dial to choose “REC.
Erasing messages To erase the message one by one Press (ERASE) while the message is being played back. You hear a voice guidance and the message is erased. To erase the entire messages at once Entire message deletion can only be made on the base phone. Note that new messages that have not as yet been played back will also be erased. 1 2 Press (PROGRAM). 3 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ERASE ALL MSG”, and then press Jog Dial. 4 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ERASE MESSAGES”, and then press Jog Dial.
Screening incoming calls You can screen calls by leaving the answering function on (see page 67) while you are at home. When a call is answered, you can hear the message being recorded through the base phone or cordless handset but the caller cannot hear you. Then, you can decide whether to answer the call or not. This function is available both the base phone and the cordless handset. However, the following procedures are required in order to screen incoming calls on the cordless handset.
Recording a memo You can record a “memo” (up to four minutes) as a personal reminder or as a message for other people. You can play back the recorded memo like any incoming messages (see page 68). Memo recording is only available on the base phone. 1 Press (MEMO REC). You hear a voice guidance and a long confirmation beep. 2 After the tone, start recording. Speak about 12 inches (30 cm) away from the microphone. 3 Press (MEMO REC) to stop MIC (Microphone) recording.
Operating from an outside phone You can call from a touch-tone phone and pick up new messages recorded on the phone. First, you just set the remote ID code (security code) and turn on the answering function before going out. The remote ID code (security code) setting can only be made on the cordless handset. Setting the remote ID code (security code) Turn Press 1 Press (PGM). 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ANSWERING”, and then press Jog Dial.
Picking up new messages 1 2 Call your phone from a touch-tone phone. While you hear your greeting play, press (#). The greeting stops. After confirming the greeting stops, enter your remote ID code (security code). You hear a long confirmation beep. Following the voice guidance informing you of the number of messages recorded, the phone stands by for you to enter a control code. 3 To do other operations, enter the control code within 20 seconds (see the table below). To quit, hang up the phone.
Caller ID Features Understanding the Caller ID service Caller ID allows the caller’s phone number to be shown on the display before you answer the call. In order to use this feature, you must first subscribe to Caller ID service. The name of this service may vary depending on your telephone company. To use this feature, be sure to enter the area code (see page 17). When you receive a call The phone number appears on the display as shown in the following example.
Looking at the Caller ID list The phone stores the data of the last 70 calls received including “UNKNOWN NUMBER/NAME/CALLER” and “BLOCKED NUMBER/NAME/CALL” calls. It keeps track of all calls received; even if they were not answered. Viewing the Caller ID list You can look through the Caller ID list on both the base phone and the cordless handset to check the phone number and/or name of the calls received. Turn 1 Turn Jog Dial.
Looking at the Caller ID list (continued) Erasing data from the Caller ID list Old data will be erased automatically when a 71st call comes in, but you can also manually erase unnecessary data one by one or erase the entire list. To erase the phone number one by one 1 Display the phone number you want to erase from the Caller ID list (see page 77). SMITH JOHN 1-201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW 2 Press Jog Dial. Turn Jog Dial to choose “ERASE CALLER ID”, and then press Jog Dial.
To erase the entire list at once Entire Caller ID list deletion can only be made on the cordless handset. Note that Caller ID data in the list that has not been viewed will also be erased. 1 Press (PGM). 2 Turn Jog Dial to choose “MEMORY MANAGE”, and then press Jog Dial. (GO BACK) REC. CAPACITY SEND ALL DIR NEW 3 Turn Jog Dial to choose “ERASE ALL CID”, and then press Jog Dial.
Using the Caller ID list By using the Caller ID list, you can call back a phone number from the Caller ID list easily, play back messages, or store numbers from the Caller ID list into the Phone Directory. Calling back a number from the Caller ID list 1 Display the phone number you Turn Press want to call from the Caller ID list (see page 77). SMITH JOHN 1-201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF 2 Press Jog Dial.
Playing back a message from the Caller ID list – Direct Message Access function When there is a message in the received Caller ID data, you can play back the message while continuing to display the Caller ID list. Turn Press 1 Display the phone number you want to play back a message from the Caller ID list (see page 77). SMITH JOHN 1-201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MESSAGE RING OFF “MESSAGE” appears on the display. 2 Press Jog Dial.
Using the Caller ID list (continued) Storing a number of the Caller ID list into the Phone Directory 1 Display the name and phone number you want to store from the Caller ID list (see page 77). SMITH JOHN 1-201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW 2 Confirm the number and press Jog Dial. Turn Jog Dial to choose “PROGRAM”, and then press Jog Dial. The cursor “_” is at the right of the name.
Notes • If the area code is not entered, “ENTER AREA CODE” will appear on the display, and you will not be able to store into the Phone Directory. Enter the area code (see page 17). • Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure. • If the number displayed in step 1 is not the one you should store, you can change the number of digits of the phone number as described below.
Using the Caller ID list (continued) When the home area code matches SMITH JOHN 123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF SMITH JOHN 1-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF SMITH JOHN 1-201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF SMITH JOHN 201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF When the local area code matches SMITH JOHN 201-123-4567 01 7.04 4:53PM NEW OLD MASSAGE RING OFF SMITH JOHN 1-201-123-4567 01 7.
Using “Caller ID with call waiting” service This telephone is compatible with the “Caller ID with call waiting” service. Make sure that your telephone company offers this service. Like the basic Caller ID service, you need to subscribe to “Caller ID with call waiting” in order to use this service. Even though you may have already subscribed to “Caller ID” and “call waiting” as two separate services, you need to request a subscription to “Caller ID with call waiting” as a single service.
Additional Information Mounting the base phone on a wall 1 Reverse the hang-up tab. 2 Plug the telephone line cord to 1 Hang-up tab the LINE jack and the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 9V jack, and hook the cords. Use the shorter cord for mounting. 2 3 Attach the wall bracket to the center of the base phone. Align the f marks of the wall bracket with those of the base phone.
Carrying the cordless handset by the belt clip You can hang the cordless handset on the belt using the belt clip. Open the belt clip of the cordless handset by pressing the top of it, and then attach the cordless handset to the belt. Using the headset You can talk on the cordless handset without using your hands by connecting a headset (optional) to the I (HEADSET) jack on the cordless handset.
Notes on power sources On battery pack For the customers in the USA • Store the battery pack at a temperature between 41°F (5°C) and 95°F (35°C) for best performance. RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES • If you do not use the cordless handset for a long period of time, remove the battery pack after charging for more than 12 hours. On power failure During a power interruption, you cannot make or receive calls, and you cannot use the answering machine. Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable.
Maintenance • Clean the cabinets with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as they may damage the finish of the cabinet. • If the charge terminals of the charger and cordless handset are soiled, wipe them with a soft cloth. If you have any questions or problems concerning your phone, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting Receiving calls EZ Access function Making calls General If you’ve experienced any of the following difficulties while using your phone, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. 90US Symptom Remedy The base phone does not operate properly. • Make sure the AC-T46 Sony AC power adaptor is connected to the base phone and an AC outlet. Do not use the AC-T127 Sony AC power adaptor with the base phone.
During conversation Intercom Additional cordless handset Symptom Remedy You hear interference during conversation. • Move the cordless handset closer to the base phone. • Place the base phone away from noise sources (page 11). • Place the base phone so that the antenna keeps away from metal products. You hear a beep every second during a conversation and “ ” appears on the display. • This is the out-of-range alarm. Move the cordless handset closer to the base phone within 30 seconds.
Operating from an outside phone Answering machine Troubleshooting (continued) 92US Symptom Remedy You cannot hear anything from the speaker. • During playback, press (VOL +) on the base phone to increase the answering volume. No time stamp is heard. • Make sure the day and time are set (page 21). • The day and time may have been cleared due to a power interruption. Set them again (page 21). You cannot record the greeting properly. • Keep your message between two seconds and one minute.
Caller ID Power source/battery Remedy The caller’s name and/or phone number does not appear on the display. • Make sure you have subscribed to Caller ID service. • Caller ID service may not work when the phone is connected to a Private Branch Exchange (PBX). • The call is made through company which does not offer Caller ID service. “UNKNOWN NUMBER/ NAME/CALLER” will appear on the display. • The call was “blocked.” “BLOCKED NUMBER/ NAME/CALL” will appear on the display.
Troubleshooting (continued) Note Should any problems persist, press RESET on the bottom of the base phone with the tip of a toothpick or some other sharp instrument. This has no effect on the memory in the base phone and handset.
Specifications General Base phone Spread method Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum Access method FDMA-TDD Frequency band 2.4075 - 2.4720 GHz Operating channel 40 channels Dial signal Tone, 10 PPS (pulse) selectable Supplied accessories See page 10. Power source DC 9V from AC power adaptor AC-T46 Dimensions Approx. 7 3⁄8 x 3 3⁄4 x 8 1⁄8 inches (w/h/d), antenna excluded (approx. 187 x 93 x 206 mm) Antenna: Approx. 4 3⁄ 8 inches (approx. 108 mm) Mass Approx. 1 lb 8 oz (approx.
Index A D M Adjusting volume answering 69 cordless handset volume 33, 40 handset volume 36, 41 ringer volume 40, 41 speakerphone volume 36, 41 Answering machine turning on 67 Answering mode 64 Area code 17 Audible indicate 66 Day and time stamp 21 Dialing mode choosing 16 switching to the tone temporarily 33 Direct Message Access function 81 Directory Phone Directory 43 Making calls 32 Memo 73 Memory match function 76 Messages 68 Mounting the base phone on a wall 86 B Battery pack charging 14 duration
S Screening calls 72 Setting up base phone 11 cordless handset 14 Speakerphone 36 Stamping messages with day and time 21 Storing Caller ID list into Phone Directory 82 Switching phones during a call 52 T Toll-saver feature 62 Talking between the phones 54 Tone dialing dialing mode 16 switching to 33 Transferring a call 57 Troubleshooting 90 U UNKNOWN NUMBER/ NAME/CALLER 76 V Volume answering 69 cordless handset 33, 40 handset 36, 41 ringer 40, 41 speakerphone 36, 41 Additional Information W, X, Y, Z Wa
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For the customers in the USA Be sure to save the receipt and attach it to your WARRANTY card when having your equipment repaired at an authorized Sony service center. For online product registration, please contact www.sony.com/productregistration Sony Corporation Printed in Taiwan, R.O.C.
