User Guide BT914 Amplified Big Button Cordless Phone with Bluetooth Connectivity
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on purchasing your new Clarity product. Before using this telephone, please read Important Safety Instructions. WARNINGS: PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE. To maintain the compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guideline, place the base unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons. To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 7. Place this telephone on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the telephone falls. 8. Do not cover the slots and openings on this telephone. This telephon should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not take this phone apart. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used. 14.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 18. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. 19. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your local power company. 20. Do not attempt to open the AC adapter. There are potentially dangerous voltages inside, and there are no serviceable parts. 21.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and avoid prolonged exposure to high volume sound levels. The louder the volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected. If you experience hearing discomfort, you should have your hearing checked by a doctor. To protect your hearing, you should: A) Set the volume control in a low position and gradually increase the volume as needed. Before pressing the BOOST button, reduce the volume to the lowest level.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 1. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as it may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes and skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. 3.
PACKAGING CONTENTS LOCATION Package contains the following items: • Answering Machine base station • AC power adapter for Answering Machine base station • Telephone line cord for Answering Machine base station • Cordless Handset • (2) Rechargeable batteries for cordless handset • User Manual • Warranty/FCC Requirements booklet Installation Location For maximum coverage and reduce the interference, here are some guidelines you should consider when you place the base unit, • Place it at a convenient, high, an
CONNECTING THE BASE If the reception for a base unit location is not satisfactory, move it to another location for better reception. Depending on the surrounding conditions as well as spatial and structural factors, the range may be reduced. The range indoors is normally less than outdoors. CONNECTING THE ANSWERING MACHINE BASE STATION 1 – Plug the telephone line into the jack located on the back of the base station. Plug the other end of the telephone line into a phone wall outlet.
CONNECTING THE BASE WARNINGS: Use only the power adapter provided for the base station. Always use the cables provided in the box, others may not be compatible. NOTE: The base unit needs mains power for normal operation, and the cordless handset will not work without it. • Use only the power adapters supplied with this product.
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES Note: • Use only the batteries provided or equivalent. • If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the batteries to prevent possible leakage. • To purchase replacement batteries, go to any store that sells batteries: NiMH AAA 1.2V 500mAh. Charge the batteries Once you have installed the batteries, the screen indicates the battery status. Note: • For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in use.
BATTERY DETAILS Battery indicators The screen is blank, or shows Put in charger and the battery symbol flashes. The screen shows Low Battery and the battery symbol flashes. The battery has no charge or very little charge. The handset cannot be used. The battery has enough charge to be used for a short time. Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes) The screen shows Handset X. The battery is charged. To keep the battery charged, place it in the telephone base or charger when not in use.
BATTERY DETAILS When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operations While in handset use (talking*) While in speakerphone mode (talking*) While not in use (standby**) Operating Time Seven hours Three hours Five days *Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery **Handset is not charging or in use.
BEFORE USE After you install your telephone or power returns following a power outage, the handset will prompt you to set the date and time, and the answering system through voice guide. If you choose to set up the date and time, and the answering system at a later stage, you can do it manually. Set date and time 1. Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the month, date, and year, and then press SELECT. 2. Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the hour and minute. 3.
BEFORE USE 1. Press MENU to start the voice guide for the answering system setup. You hear the voice prompt “Hello! This voice guide will assist you with the basic setup of your answering system.” 2. Setup your answering system by inputting the designated numbers as instructed in the voice guide. • To skip setting, press the Red phone button. IMPORTANT: Check for a dial tone by pressing Green phone/Flash button. If you hear a dial tone, the installation is successful.
BEFORE USE sion (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance- which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or office. When the handset is out of range, the handset displays Out of range or and no pwr at base alternately.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HANDSET 1 2 3 4 5 Handset earpiece LCD Display UP Arrow key/Phonebook • Review the phone book when the phone is not in use. • Increase the listening volume during a call or message playback. • Scroll up while in a menu, or in the phonebook, caller ID log, or redia list. • Move the cursor to the right when entering numbers or names. Cell phone button • Make or answer a cell call. • Answer an incoming cell call when you hear a call waiting alert.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HANDSET 6 7 8 9 10 20 1 key/Voicemail • Press repeatedly to add or remove “1” in front of the caller ID log entry before dialing or saving it to the phonebook. • Press and hold to set or dial your voicemail number. */Tone key • While you have set the dial mode to pulse and on a call, press to switch to tone dialing temporarily. Speakerphone button • Make or answer a call using the handset speakerphone. • During a call, press to switch between the speakerphone and the handset.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HANDSET 11 12 13 Red Phone button • Hang up a call. • Silence the ringer temporarily while the handset is ringing. • Press and hold to erase the missed call indicator while the phone is not in use. • Press to return to the previous menu, or press and hold to return to idle mode, without making changes. Down Arrow key/CID • Review the caller ID log when the phone is not in use. • Decrease the listening volume during a call or message playback.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HANDSET 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 # key • Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when reviewing a caller ID log entry. Mute/X • Mute the microphone during a call. • Delete digits or characters while using the dialing keys. • Silence the ringer temporarily while the handset is ringing. Microphone Volume Up and Down Arrows • These buttons can increase and decrease the volume during a call. Boost Button • This button gives a boost of volume.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BASE 1 X • Delete the playing message. 2 • Press twice to delete all previously reviewed messages when the phone is not in use. Find 3 • Press to page all system handsets. Prev • Press to repeat a message. 4 • Press twice to play the previous message. Power button 5 • Turn the answering system on or off Bluetooth 1 and Bluetooth 2/Headset • Press to connect the paired Bluetooth device. 6 • Press and hold to add or replace a Bluetooth device.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BASE 7 Message window 8 • Shows the number of messages, and other information of the answering system or telephone base. Play/Stop • Play messages. 9 10 • Stop playing messages. Next • Skip to the next message. Bluetooth 1 and Bluetooth 2/Headset Lights • On when the telephone base is paired and connected with a Bluetooth device.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BASE reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those on corded telephones. • Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical outlet. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged, switched off or if the electrical power is interrupted.
BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS PHONEBOOK MENU SELECT CALLER ID Pair and connect your Bluetooth enabled cell phone To use a Bluetooth enabled cell phone with your BT914, you must first pair and connect your Bluetooth cell phone(s) with the telephone base. All BT914 handsets can be used to make or answer calls on the cell line. Your cell line is the telephone line associated with your cell phone service. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (a maximum of approximately 30 feet).
BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS until you hear a confirmation tone, and the Bluetooth 1 or Bluetooth 2/Headset light flashes. 2. Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your cell phone. Once your cell phone finds your Clarity Phone (Clarity BT914), press the appropriate key on your cell phone to continue the pairing process. • Your cell phone may prompt you to enter the PIN of the telephone base. The default PIN of the telephone base is 0000.
BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS Search headset…. 4. Set your headset to discoverable mode. Once your handset finds your headset, press SELECT. • Enter the PIN of your headset if required. The PIN for most Bluetooth devices is 0000 (refer to the user’s manual of your headset), and then press SELECT. When the headset is successfully paired and connected to the telephone base, the Bluetooth 2 icon displays. The Bluetooth 2/Headset light turns on. Download contacts from your Bluetooth cell phone 1.
BLUETOOTH FUNCTIONS information about how that device uses Bluetooth connectivity. • Certain cell phones do not support SIM card download. If this is the case, transfer the contacts from your SIM card to your cell phone memory first. Then download from your cell phone memory. For more information on how to transfer contacts from your SIM card to your cell phone memory, see the user’s manual of your cell phone. 1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. 2.
HANDSET MENU Telephone settings Default settings are indicated by asterisks (*). Settings menu LCD language Voicemail # Clr voicemail Key tone Home area code Dial mode Description Set the screen display language. Save the speed dial voicemail number to key 1. Turn off the voicemail indicators (see the note below). Turn an audible beep on or off whenever a key is pressed. Enter your home area code if you dial only seven digits for local calls. Set the telephone to be touch-tone or pulse dialing.
HANDSET MENU Equalizer Auto Boost Set the best audio tone for your hearing needs. Auto boost keeps the boost button activated at all times. This eliminates the need to press the “Boost” button for each call. Natural*, Treble1, Treble2, Bass Off* On Note: Use the Clr voicemail feature when the telephone indicates there is a new voicemail but there is none. For example, when you have accessed your voicemail while away from home.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS The following are some of the telephone features you may wish to set. Ringer volume (handset) You can adjust the ringer volume level, or turn the ringer off. 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Ringers, and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to choose Home volume or Cell volume, and then press SELECT. 4. Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to adjust the volume, and then press SELECT to save.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Set date and time If you subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month, and time are set automatically with each incoming call. You can also set the date and time manually. 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Set date/time, and then press SELECT. 3. Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the month, date, and year, and then press SELECT. 4. Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter the hour and minute. 5.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Note: • After first pressing the Cell phone button, you may need to choose a cell device. Scroll to select the desired cell device when necessary, and then press SELECT. • While using the cell line, place your cell phone closer to the telephone base, and make sure that there are no physical obstacles between the telephone base and the cell phone, such as large furniture or thick walls.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Note: The handset earpiece volume setting and speakerphone volume setting are independent. Boost • During a call, press the Boost button to give added amplification of the listening volume. The handset displays Audio Boost. Press the Boost button again to turn the Boost off. Mute The mute function allows you to hear the other party but the other party cannot hear you. 1. During a call, press MUTE. The handset displays Muted. 2. Press MUTE again to resume the conversation.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS • Press FLASH to switch back and forth between calls. Call waiting on the cell line: • Press the Cell phone button to put the current call on hold and take the new call. • Press the Cell phone button to switch back and forth between calls. Temporary ringer silencing When the telephone is ringing, you can temporarily silence the ringer of the handset without disconnecting the call. The next call rings normally at the present volume.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Find handset Use this feature to find all system handsets. To start paging: • Press FIND on the telephone base. All idle handsets ring and display **Paging**. To end paging: • Press FIND again on the telephone base. -OR• Press the Green Phone button, Cell phone Button, Speakerphone button, Red Phone button, or any dialing key on the handset. -OR• Place handset in the telephone base or charger. Note: Do not press and hold FIND for more than four seconds.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS 2. Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys or REDIAL repeatedly until the desired entry displays. 3. Press the Green phone button, Cell phone button or Speakerphone button to dial. To delete a redial entry: When the desired redial entry displays, press MUTE X. Join a call in progress You can use up to two system handsets at a time on a home line call. You can buy additional extension handsets (BT914HS) for this telephone base. You can register up to five handsets to the telephone base.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS 3. To answer the intercom call, press the Green phone button, Cell phone button, Speakerphone button or any dialing key on the destination handset. 4. To end the intercom call, press the Red phone button or place the handset back in the telephone base or charger. Transfer a call While on an outside call, you can use the intercom feature to transfer the call from one handset to another. 1. Press MENU on your handset during a call. 2.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Answer an incoming call during an intercom call If you receive an incoming call during an intercom call, there is an alert tone. • To answer a home call, press the Green phone button. The intercom call ends automatically. • To end the intercom call without answering the outside call, press the Red phone button. The intercom call ends and the telephone continues to ring. • To answer a cell call, press the Red phone button to end the intercom call. The telephone continues to ring.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS 6. Use the dialing keys to enter the name (up to 15 characters). Additional key presses show other characters of that particular key. 7. Press SELECT to save. While entering numbers and names, you can: • Press MUTE X to erase a digit or character. • Press and hold MUTE X to erase the entire entry. • Press the UP or DOWN arrow keys to move the cursor to the left or right. • Press and hold RD/P to insert a dialing pause (for entering phone numbers only).
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS 3. When the desired entry appears, press the Green phone button, Cell phone button or Speakerphone to dial. To edit a phonebook entry: 1. When the desired entry displays, press MENU. 2. Use the dialing keys to edit the number, and then press SELECT. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the name, and then press SELECT to save. To delete a phonebook entry: 1. When the desired entry displays, press MUTE X. 2. When the screen displays Delete entry?, press SELECT.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS time of calls that are sent by your telephone service provider after the first or second ring. Caller ID log The caller ID log stores up to 50 entries. If you answer a call before the caller information appears, it will not be saved in the caller ID log. • The handset displays XX missed calls when there are calls that have not been reviewed in the caller ID log. • If you want to erase the missed call indicator, press and hold the Red phone button on the idle handset.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS To save a caller ID log entry to the phonebook: 1. When the desired caller ID log entry displays, press MENU. 2. Scroll to To Phonebook then press SELECT. 3. Use the dialing keys to modify the number, and then press SELECT. 4. Use the dialing keys to modify the name, and then press SELECT to save. To delete a caller ID log entry: • When the desired caller ID long entry displays, press MUTE X. To delete all caller ID log entries: • Press MENU when the phone is not in use.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS The main differences between them are as follows: Category Storage Maximum number of messages Method to retrieve messages Built-in anVoicemail from swering system telephone service Messages are Messages are stored in stored in the tele- a server or system prophone base. vided by your telephone service. This depends This may vary with your on the design of telephone service plan telephone base. (fee may apply).
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Set your built-in answering system Your answering system has various features, read below for the basic settings. Default settings are indicated by asterisks (*). Menu Announcement Description Play, record, or delete an announcement for incoming calls. Delete all old Delete all old (reviewed) messages. Record memo Record a memo as reminders for yourself or others using the answering system. Answer on/off Turn on or off the answering system.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Ans sys setup • C all screening Set whether you hear the callers while they are leaving messages to you. • # of rings Set the number of times the telephone rings before the answering system answers. • R emote code Set a two-digit security code to access the answering system remotely from any touch tonetelephone. • M sg alert tone • V oice language 48 Change the settings of call screening, number of rings, remote code, or message alert tone.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Record your own announcement with a handset You can use the preset announcement to answer calls, or replace it with your own recorded announcement. It can be up to 90 seconds in length. 1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to Answering sys and then press SELECT twice. 3. The handset announces, “Announcement, press play or press record.” 4. Press 7 to record. The handset announces, “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Message alert tone When the message alert tone is set to on, and there is at least one new message, the telephone base beeps every 10 seconds. The message alert tone is preset to off. 1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to Answering sys then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to Ans sys setup then press SELECT. 4. Scroll to Msg alert tone then press SELECT. 5. Press the UP or DOWN arrow key to choose On or Off. 6. Press SELECT to save and you hear a confirmation tone.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS retrieve, press the Play/Stop button when the phone is not in use. Note: It can record up to 99 messages, depending on the length of each message. Each message can be up to three minutes in length. The total recording time is approximately 25 minutes. Options during playback: • Press –Vol or +Vol to adjust the speaker volume. • Press Next to skip to the next message. • Press Prev to repeat the message currently playing. Press Prev twice to listen to the previous message.
TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Use the built-in answering system and voicemail service You can use your answering system and voicemail service together by setting your answering system to answer before voicemail service answers as described below. To learn how to program your voicemail settings, contact your telephone service provider. If you are on a call, or if the answering system is busy recording a message and you receive another call, the second caller can leave a voicemail message.
EXPAND YOUR SYSTEM then enter a security code. Contact your telephone service provider for instructions on how to configure the voicemail settings and listen to messages. Add and register a handset You can add new cordless handsets (BT914HS) to your telephone system (purchased separately). Your telephone system supports a maximum of five handsets. Additional handsets must be registered before they will operate.
EXPAND YOUR SYSTEM The handset shows Registered and you hear a beep when the registration process completes. The registration process takes about 90 seconds to complete. Deregister all devices To replace a handset or reassign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must deregister all devices and then individually register each handset. To deregister all devices: 1. Press and hold FIND on the telephone base for about 10 seconds. 2. Immediately press FIND again.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS I cannot add and connect my cell phone or headset to the telephone base. • Make sure you have cellular coverage and the Bluetooth function of your cell phone or headset is turned on. See the user’s manual of your cell phone or headset for more information. • Make sure that the telephone base is in discoverable mode. • Carefully follow the pairing instructions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS • Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for approximately 15 seconds, and then plug it back in. Repeat the above suggestions. The PIN on the telephone base does not work. • Make sure you enter the correct PIN. The default PIN is 0000. Can the BT914 help the poor cell phone reception in my house? • If your cell phone has poor reception in your home, the BT914 cannot improve the reception.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS • Unplug the electrical power to the telephone base. Wait for approximately 15 seconds, and then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to synchronize. • Charge the batteries in the handset for up to 12 hours. • If the batteries are completely depleted, charge the handset for at least 30 minutes before use. • Remove the batteries and then install them again. If that still does not work, it may be necessary to purchase new batteries.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS telephone line may need to be rewired to allow all existing telephone jacks to work. Contact your service provider for more information. The answering system does not answer after correct number of rings or does not record messages. • Make sure the answering system is on. When the answering system is on, the handset shows ANS ON. • If toll saver is selected, the number of rings changes to two when there are new messages.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS mation on compatibility with answering systems. The messages on the answering machine are incomplete. • If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the answering system disconnects the call after the preset recording time. • If the memory on the answering system becomes full during a message, the answering system stops recording and disconnects the call.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS problem, do the following (in the order listed): 1. Disconnect the power to the telephone base. 2. Disconnect the batteries on the cordless handset. 3. Wait a few minutes before connecting power to the telephone base. 4. Install the batteries again and place the cordless handset in the telephone base. 5. Wait for the cordless handset to synchronize with the telephone base. Allow at least one minute for this to take place.
ENERGY SAVING outlet. Make sure all handsets are plugged with charged batteries before proceeding. 2. While you press and hold FIND, plug the telephone base power adapter back to the power outlet. 3. After about 20 seconds, release the FIND button and then press it again within 2 seconds. When the phone successfully enters the energy-saving mode, the handsets display To register HS… and …see manual alternately. When the phone fails to enter this mode, repeat Step 1 through 3 above.
GENERAL PRODUCT CARE remove the telephone by the unplugged cords. Taking care of your telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset DOWN gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands.
TECHNICAL DETAILS Transmit frequency Channels Nominal effective range Power requirements DECT frequency: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Bluetooth frequency: 2402.0002480.000 MHz DECT: 5 Bluetooth: 79 Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to environment conditions at the time of use. Handset: Two 1.
TECHNICAL DETAILS Ordering additional handsets: Handset model number: BT914HS™ (sold separately) Your system can accommodate up to 5 cordless handsets. To register addtional handsets, follow directions in the EXPANDING YOUR SYSTEM section. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Clarity, a division of Plantronics, is under license. Clarity, a division of Plantronics, is a member of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Clarity, a Division of Plantronics, Inc. 6131 Preservation Drive Chattanooga,TN 37416 Tel: 800-426-3738 Fax: 800-325-8871 E-mail: claritycs@plantronics.com Website: www.clarityproducts.com ©2014 Clarity, a Division of Plantronics, Inc. All rights reserved. Clarity, BT914, BT914HS, Smart for Seniors, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. Rev.
User Guide BT914HS Amplified Big Button Cordless Phone - Additional Handset for BT914 (sold separately)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on purchasing your new Clarity product. Before using this telephone, please read Important Safety Instructions. WARNINGS: PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE. To maintain the compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guideline, place the base unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons. To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions. 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlets before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 7. Place this telephone on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the telephone falls. 8. Do not cover the slots and openings on this telephone. This telephon should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 13. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not take this phone apart. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used. 14.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 17. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. 18. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. 19. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your local power company. 20. Do not attempt to open the AC adapter.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS your hearing. Although there is no single volume setting that is appropriate for everyone, you should always use your telephone with the volume set at moderate levels and avoid prolonged exposure to high volume sound levels. The louder the volume, the less time is required before your hearing could be affected. If you experience hearing discomfort, you should have your hearing checked by a doctor.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 1. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire as it may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes and skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. 3.
PACKAGING CONTENTS LOCATION Package contains the following items: • Handset Charger • AC power adapter for Charger • Cordless Handset • (2) Rechargeable batteries for cordless handset • User Manual • Warranty/FCC Requirements booklet Installation Location For maximum coverage and reduce the interference, here are some guidelines you should consider when you place the base unit, • Place it at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between the handset and base unit in an indoor environ
CONNECTING CHARGER it to another location for better reception. Depending on the surrounding conditions as well as spatial and structural factors, the range may be reduced. The range indoors is normally less than outdoors. CONNECTING THE CHARGER Plug the power supply cord into the jack located on the back of the base station. Plug the other end of power supply line cord into an electrical outlet. Always use the cables provided in the box.
INSTALL THE BATTERIES Note: • Use only the batteries provided or equivalent. • If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the batteries to prevent possible leakage. • To purchase replacement batteries, go to any store that sells batteries: NiMH AAA 1.2V 500mAh. Charge the batteries Once you have installed the batteries, the screen indicates the battery status. Note: • For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in use.
BATTERY STATUS Battery indicators The screen is blank, or shows Put in charger and the battery symbol flashes. The screen shows Low Battery and the battery symbol flashes. The battery has no charge or very little charge. The handset cannot be used. The battery has enough charge to be used for a short time. Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes) The screen shows Handset X. The battery is charged. To keep the battery charged, place it in the telephone base or charger when not in use.
BATTERY STATUS When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operations Operating Time While in handset use Seven hours (talking*) While in speakerphone mode Three hours (talking*) While not in use (standby**) Five days *Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery **Handset is not charging or in use.
REGISTERING THE HANDSET After you install your telephone or power returns following a power outage, the handset will prompt you to set the date and time, and the answering system through voice guide. Register your handset to BT914 (purchased separetely) You can add new cordless handsets (BT914HS) to your telephone system (purchased separately). Your telephone system supports a maximum of five handsets. Additional handsets must be registered before they will operate.
REGISTERING THE HANDSET To register a handset: • Place the new/non-registered handset in the telephone base. The handset shows Registering… o D o not place the handset in the charger; place it in the telephone base. The handset shows Registered and you hear a beep when the registration process completes. The registration process takes about 90 seconds to complete.
TECHNICAL DETAILS Transmit frequency DECT frequency: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Channels Bluetooth frequency: 2402.000-2480.000 MHz DECT: 5 Nominal effective range Bluetooth: 79 Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to environment conditions at the time of use. Power requirements Handset: Two 1.
TECHNICAL DETAILS The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Clarity, a division of Plantronics, is under license. Clarity, a division of Plantronics, is a member of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Clarity, a Division of Plantronics, Inc. 6131 Preservation Drive Chattanooga,TN 37416 Tel: 800-426-3738 Fax: 800-325-8871 E-mail: claritycs@plantronics.com Website: www.clarityproducts.com ©2014 Clarity, a Division of Plantronics, Inc. All rights reserved. Clarity, BT914, BT914HS, Smart for Seniors, are trademarks or registered trademarks of Plantronics, Inc. Rev.
6131 Preservation Drive • Chattanooga,TN 37416 Tel: 800-426-3738 • Fax: 800-325-8871 E-mail: claritycs@plantronics.com • Website: www.clarityproducts.
Regulatory Compliance and Warranty Information Conformité réglementaire et renseignements relatifs à la garantie Conformidad con los reglamentos e información sobre la garantía © 2014 Clarity, a Division of Plantronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: Clarity, a Division of Plantronics, Inc. 6131 Preservation Drive Chattanooga, TN 37416 Phone: 800-426-3738 Part 68 of FCC Rules Information a) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label. d) If this telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Customer-Owned Coin/Credit Card Phones To comply with state tariffs, the telephone company must be given notification prior to connection. In some states, the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission must give prior approval of connection. Part 15 of FCC Rules Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE on, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures: 1. Where it can be done safely, reorient the receiving television or radio antenna. 2. To the extent possible, relocate the television, radio or other receiver with respect to the telephone equipment. (This increases the separation between the telephone equipment and the receiver.) 3.
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together.
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION limitation of incidental or consequential damage, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Other Legal Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To obtain warranty service, please prepay shipment and return the unit to the appropriate facility listed below.
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION • Reason for return and description of the problem. Damage occurring during shipment is deemed the responsibility of the carrier, and claims should be made directly with the carrier. The following warranty and service information applies only to products purchased and used in the U.S. and Canada. For warranty information in other countries, please contact your local retailer or distributor. Limited Warranty: Clarity, a division of Plantronics, Inc.
CONFORMITÉ RÉGLEMENTAIRE PARTIE RESPONSABLE DE LA CONFORMITÉ RÉGLEMENTAIRE : Clarity, une division de Plantronics, Inc. 6131 Preservation Drive Chattanooga, TN 37416 Téléphone : 800-426-3738 Renseignements sur la section 68 du règlement FCC a) Cet équipement est conforme à la section 68 des lois et règlements du FCC et aux exigences adoptées par l’ACTA. Sous cet équipement se trouve une étiquette indiquant, entre autres informations, le code d’identification du produit au format américain : AAAEQ##TXXXX.
CONFORMITÉ RÉGLEMENTAIRE d) Si cet équipement téléphonique endommage le réseau téléphonique, la compagnie de téléphonie vous informera à l’avance du besoin possible de procéder à une interruption temporaire du service. Dans l’éventualité où il s’avèrerait impossible d’aviser le client à l’avance, la compagnie de téléphonie informera ce dernier dès que possible.Vous serez également informé(e) de votre droit de déposer une plainte auprès du FCC si vous le jugez nécessaire.
CONFORMITÉ RÉGLEMENTAIRE Téléphones privés à pièces de monnaie/cartes de crédit Afin de se conformer aux tarifs provinciaux, la compagnie de téléphonie doit être avisée à l’avance de toute connexion. Dans certaines provinces, la commission provinciale ou nationale des services publics ou la commission des sociétés doit approuver la connexion au préalable. Renseignements sur la section 15 du règlement FCC Cet équipement est conforme à la section 15 du règlement FCC.
CONFORMITÉ RÉGLEMENTAIRE les communications radio. Il est toutefois impossible de garantir qu’aucune interférence ne surviendra dans une installation donnée. Si cet appareil cause des interférences nuisibles à la réception de la radio ou de la télévision, ce qui peut être déterminé en éteignant et en allumant l’appareil, vous êtes encouragé à essayer de corriger l’interférence au moyen d’une des mesures suivantes : 1.
CONFORMITÉ RÉGLEMENTAIRE télécommunication locale. L’équipement doit également être installé en suivant une méthode acceptable de raccordement. Dans certains cas, le câblage interne de l’entreprise associé à un service de ligne particulier peut être prolongé au moyen d’un connecteur homologué (cordon prolongateur téléphonique). L’abonné doit être conscient que la conformité aux conditions stipulées précédemment ne peut empêcher une dégradation éventuelle du service dans certaines circonstances.
RENSEIGNEMENTS RELATIFS À LA GARANTIE (Les lettres « IC: » apparaissant devant le numéro de certification/ d’enregistrement signifient seulement que les spécifications techniques d’Industrie Canada sont respectées.
RENSEIGNEMENTS RELATIFS À LA GARANTIE Veuillez fournir les renseignements suivants : • Une preuve d’achat stipulant le numéro de modèle et la date d’achat ; • L’adresse de facturation ; • L’adresse d’expédition ; • Le nombre et la description des unités envoyées ; • Le nom et le numéro de téléphone de la personne à contacter, le cas échéant ; • La raison du retour et la description du problème.
RENSEIGNEMENTS RELATIFS À LA GARANTIE d’entretien effectuée par une autre personne qu’un employé de Clarity ou un centre de réparation autorisé, ne sera pas couverte par cette garantie. Les compagnies de téléphonie fabriquent différents types d’équipement et Clarity ne peut garantir que son équipement sera compatible avec l’équipement d’une compagnie de téléphonie particulière. Garanties implicites :Vous pourriez être en droit de bénéficier de certaines garanties implicites en vertu d’une loi provinciale.
CONFORMIDAD CON LOS REGLAMENTOS EMPRESA RESPONSABLE DEL CUMPLIMIENTO DE LAS NORMAS: Clarity, una División de Plantronics, Inc. 6131 Preservation Drive Chattanooga, TN 37416 Teléfono: 800-426-3738 Información sobre la Parte 68 de los reglamentos de la FCC (Comisión Federal de Comunicaciones) a) Este equipo cumple con las normas y requisitos establecidos en la Parte 68 de la FCC, adoptada por la Asociación de Operadores de Telecomunicaciones de los Estados Unidos (ACTA, por sus siglas en inglés).
CONFORMIDAD CON LOS REGLAMENTOS seguro de la cantidad de aparatos que puede conectar a una línea, según el total del REN. Para los productos aprobados después del 23 de julio de 2001, el REN forma parte del identificador del producto bajo el formato US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. Los dígitos representados por ## corresponden al REN sin el punto decimal (por ejemplo, 03 significa un REN de 0.3). En los productos más antiguos, el REN aparece en la etiqueta por separado.
CONFORMIDAD CON LOS REGLAMENTOS asegúrese de que la instalación de este teléfono no desconecte su sistema de alarma. Si tiene dudas sobre las circunstancias que pueden desconectar su sistema de alarma, consulte a su compañía telefónica o a un instalador calificado. j) Este equipo telefónico es compatible con audífonos. Teléfonos de monedas/Tarjetas de crédito propiedad del cliente Para cumplir con las tarifas fijadas por el estado, se debe notificar a la compañía telefónica antes de realizar la conexión.
CONFORMIDAD CON LOS REGLAMENTOS Su equipo ha sido probado y se comprobó que cumple con los límites para los dispositivos digitales de Clase B, en conformidad con la Parte 15 de los reglamentos de la FCC. Se fijaron estos límites para proveer una protección razonable contra la interferencia perjudicial en las instalaciones residenciales. Este equipo genera, utiliza y puede irradiar energía de radiofrecuencia.
CONFORMIDAD CON LOS REGLAMENTOS Especificaciones técnicas de Industry Canada Este producto cumple con las especificaciones técnicas pertinentes de Industry Canada. Este aparato digital de la clase B se conforma con ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) canadiense. Este equipo cumple también con Industry Canada RSS-102 con respecto al código 6 de la Salud de Canadá para la Exposición de humanos a los campos de RF.
CONFORMIDAD CON LOS REGLAMENTOS corresponda. El Número de Equivalencia de Timbres es un indicador de la cantidad máxima de terminales que se permite conectar a una interfaz de telefonía. La terminación en una interfaz puede estar constituida por cualquier combinación de aparatos sujetos únicamente al requisito de que la suma de los Números de Equivalencia de Timbres de todos los aparatos no exceda de cinco. Este aparato digital de Clase B cumple con la norma canadiense ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).
INFORMACIÓN SOBRE EL SERVICIO DE GARANTÍA Daños imprevistos o derivados: Clarity, su distribuidor minorista o los distribuidores de venta no tienen ninguna responsabilidad por cualquier daño imprevisto o derivado que incluye, sin limitaciones: pérdida o ganancia comercial, gastos imprevistos, gastos, pérdida de tiempo o molestias. Algunos estados no permiten la exclusión o limitación de los daños imprevistos o derivados, de modo que la exclusión o limitación mencionada puede no ser aplicable en su caso.
INFORMACIÓN SOBRE EL SERVICIO DE GARANTÍA Use la caja original o empaque la(s) unidad(es) en un cartón resistente, con suficiente material de embalaje para evitar daños.
INFORMACIÓN SOBRE EL SERVICIO DE GARANTÍA Exclusiones de la garantía: Esta garantía se aplica únicamente a defectos en los materiales o la mano de obra.
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