USING YOUR UNIPHONE 1000 ™ 305–000803
Acknowledgement CONTENTS In 1963, Dr. Robert H.Weitbrecht, an American physicist who was deaf, developed an acoustic coupler that could send and receive teletypewriter signals over the telephone lines. His invention, the Weitbrecht Modem, enabled people who are deaf to use the telephone for the first time. CHAPTER 1 While modern technology now makes it possible to build advanced microcomDr. Robert H.
Important safety instructions When using your Uniphone 1000, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons. Save these instructions! 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions on the Uniphone 1000. 3. Unplug the Uniphone 1000 from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
INTRODUCTION Overview of the Uniphone 1000 Your new Uniphone 1000™ is both a text telephone* (TTY) and a telephone. It can be used to make telephone calls, TTY calls, or Voice Carry Over (VCO) calls. For a voice call, pick up the handset and use the Uniphone 1000 like any other telephone. For a TTY call, press the On/Off key and type. To use VCO, pick up the handset at any time during your call. Other features of the Uniphone 1000 include the following: Auto ID™ alerting system.
CHAPTER 1 SETUP All you do to set up the Uniphone 1000 is plug it in! You can also install a 9-Volt alkaline battery (not included) if you want to use the Uniphone 1000 during a power outage. Be sure to use only the power adapter that comes with the Uniphone 1000.
Installing a battery Installing a battery (not included) will allow you to use the Uniphone 1000 for 30-45 minutes of normal use during a power outage. Use a 9volt alkaline battery. The battery compartment is on the bottom of the Uniphone 1000. Follow the steps below to install a battery. Plugging in power and the telephone line CAUTION! Do not plug the Uniphone 1000 into any line other than a standard analog telephone line. If you do, you may damage your telephone system or the Uniphone 1000.
What kind of telephone line? You need a standard analog telephone line with either pulse or tone dialing. If you plan to use the Uniphone 1000 in an office, the telephone line may need modification because many offices have digital telephone systems. Contact your telephone installer to assure that your office telephone system supports a standard telephone line. This line is the same kind of telephone line you need for many fax machines or computer modems.
About the feature keys The On/Off key Press the On/Off key to turn on TTY mode or VCO mode before you make or answer a call. You also use the On/Off key with the Shift key to hang up the Uniphone 1000 after a TTY or VCO call. To hang up, hold down the Shift key and press the On/Off key. If you see SHIFT+ON TO HANG UP on the display screen, make sure you press and hold the Shift key while you press the On/Off key. The Dial key Press the Dial key to dial a telephone number before a TTY or VCO call.
CHAPTER 2 CALLING There are two ways to call someone with the Uniphone 1000. You can call by voice telephone or by text telephone (TTY). A voice call using the Uniphone 1000 is the same as with any telephone: pick up the handset, dial, and listen for a ring or busy signal. A TTY call is the same as with any TTY—turn on the TTY, dial a telephone number, and wait to read a response on the display.
Making a voice telephone call 1. 2. 3. 4. Pick up the handset. Dial the telephone number using the number keys. Go ahead with the conversation. Hang up the handset when you are finished. Making a TTY call 1. Press the On/Off key and then press the Dial key. Both the signal and power lights will turn on. Answering a voice telephone call 1. The telephone will ring when someone calls. (If a signal light is connected, the light will flash.) 2. Pick up the handset. 3. Go ahead with the conversation. 4.
Answering a TTY call Call progress The signal light and display show you what is happening on the telephone line in the following ways: Signal light Display Stays on Telephone line dial tone Slow flashing RING ringing Quick flashing BUSY busy Flickering other person picking up handset or speaking 1. The Uniphone 1000 will ring notifying you of an incoming call. (If a signal light is connected, the light will flash.) 2. Turn on the Uniphone 1000.
Using Voice Carry Over (VCO) People who cannot hear but wish to speak for themselves can make Voice Carry Over (VCO) calls. A VCO call is a combination voice call and TTY call–you speak and read responses and the other person listens and types. The Uniphone 1000 is ideal for VCO calling because it is a combination voice telephone and TTY. VCO calls can also be made through a toll-free relay service.
About direct VCO Using Hearing Carry Over (HCO) A direct VCO call means that you speak to the other person and he or she types responses back to you. You do not use a relay service for a direct VCO call. The person you call must have a TTY available in order for direct VCO to work. For people who can hear but are speech impaired, the Uniphone 1000 can be used to make Hearing Carry Over (HCO) calls. HCO is the opposite of VCO.
TROUBLESHOOTING Dialing does not work. Make sure you have the correct dial setting (pulse or tone) selected for your Uniphone 1000. Make sure you are plugged into a working analog telephone line and that the telephone line is plugged into a wall jack. The display shows all numbers and punctuation marks instead of words. Press the spacebar. The text should change to words. The Uniphone 1000 does not turn on when I press the On/Off key even when the AC adapter is plugged in.
SPECIFICATIONS FCC information Physical Dimensions Size: 8.6" x 7.1" x 2.5" Weight: 1 lb., 12.5 oz. with battery The Uniphone 1000 has been tested and found to comply with the specifications for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Industry Canada information INDEX NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.
Conversation Etiquette GA When you talk with another person by TTY, you type while the other person reads. When you want the other person to respond, type GA for “Go ahead.” GA OR SK To say goodbye, type GA OR SK. This gives the other person a chance to say any last words before ending the conversation. SKSK Type SKSK to end the conversation. Q Some people prefer to type Q instead of a question mark because it saves time and is easier to type.
