User’s Manual 5.
Congratulations on your purchase of this AT&T product. Before using this telephone system, please read Important safety instructions on pages 52 to 54 of this manual. NEED HELP? Our representatives are here to help you with any questions concerning the operation of this product, available accessories, or any other related issues. Call toll free 1 (800) 222-3111 In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268 or visit our website at www.telephones.att.com Model No: E5908 Product Name: 5.
IMPORTANT Information about Caller ID with Call Waiting This product has a Caller ID with Call Waiting feature that works with services from your local phone service provider. Caller ID with Call Waiting lets you see who is calling before you answer the phone, even when you’re on another call. You may need to change your phone service to use this feature. Contact your phone service provider if: • You have both Caller ID and Call Waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service).
You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. STOP! See page 7 for easy instructions. For customer service or product information, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully: • Use only Replacement Battery 3301 (SKU 91076. Part Number 80-5071-00-00).
User’s Manual 5.8 GHz Corded/Cordless Telephone/Answering System E5908 With Caller ID & Call Waiting Table of contents Getting Started CID memory ......................................31 Call waiting..............................................35 Quick reference guide ........................ 2 Parts checklist ...................................... 4 Before you begin .................................. 5 Telephone base installation................ 6 Battery installation & charging ..........
Getting Started Quick reference guide Cordless Handset ^DIR SELECT (volume up) When phone is idle, press ^DIR to display Directory entries (see page 27). Press to store a programming option (see pages 10-12), or to store a directory entry in memory (see page 22). While entering letters in names, press to advance or press twice to enter space. While programming, press to change menu item or value (see pages 10-12). CIDV (volume down) During a call, press ^DIR to adjust listening volume.
Getting Started Quick reference guide Telephone Base RINGER VOLUME: Set switch on side of base (Off, Low, High). (see page 14) CONTRAST: Press to adjust screen contrast. INDICATOR LIGHTS: See page 45. • CLEAR: While using menus, press to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display. • CIDV: Press when phone is idle to display Caller ID information (see page 31). While entering numbers or letters, press to delete last character entered.
Getting Started Parts checklist Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case you need to ship your telephone for warranty service.
Getting Started Before you begin About Caller Identification Telephone operating range Caller ID with Call Waiting features in this telephone let you see who’s calling before you answer the phone, even when you’re on another call. These features require services provided by your local telephone company. This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Getting Started Telephone base installation Install the telephone base as shown below. Choose a location within the home: • Away from any other cordless (wireless) device such as cordless telephones, 802.11 wireless router (for example, WiFi). • Away from other electronic equipment, microwave oven, television, computer, etc. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust, and moisture.
Getting Started Battery installation & charging After battery installation, place the cordless handset in the charger and allow to charge for at least 16 hours before use. You can keep the battery charged by returning the cordless handset to the charger after each use. When the battery is fully depleted, a recharge takes about 12 hours. The average talk time on a fully charged battery is about five hours depending on environmental conditions, and the standby time is approximately five days.
Getting Started Wall mounting The telephone base can be installed on any standard wall-phone outlet as shown below. Choose a location away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, computer routers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. Connect short telephone line cord and power adapter as shown on page 6, then grasp and squeeze to open hinged wall mount. Rotate wall mount and lock in place.
Getting Started Belt clip & optional headset Install belt clip as shown below if desired. Snap belt clip into notches on side of handset. Rotate and pull to remove. For hands-free telephone conversations, use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm headset. Plug 2.5 mm headset into jack on side of handset (beneath small rubber flap).
Telephone Operation Handset settings You can change settings to program how the cordless handset works. • Press MENU/CHAN, then use the CIDV or ^DIR buttons to scroll to the feature to be changed. Press SELECT to select the displayed item. • Press OFF/CLEAR anytime to cancel an operation and exit the menu display. Follow the steps below to program the cordless handset. To stop anytime, press OFF/CLEAR. If the telephone rings, programming stops automatically so you can answer the call.
Telephone Operation Handset settings Set handset date and time The handset displays the date and time when idle. You can set the time manually, or you can allow it to be set automatically with incoming Caller ID information. The time will be set automatically only if you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your local telephone company (see page 5). • Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming. • Press CIDV twice. The screen shows DATE/TIME. Press SELECT to confirm.
Telephone Operation Handset settings Set handset ringer tone This feature allows you to choose one of 4 ringing tones, (1-4) or turn the ringer off ( 0 ). Use the CIDV or ^DIR button to hear an example of each ringer tone, then press SELECT to select the one you prefer. • Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming. • Press ^DIR twice. The screen displays RINGER: and setting. • Press SELECT to change current setting. • Press CIDV or ^DIR to display 1, 2, 3, 4, or OFF.You will hear a sample of each ringer tone.
Telephone Operation Base settings You can change settings to program how the telephone base works. Follow the steps below to program the telephone base. To stop at any time, press CLEAR. If the phone rings, programming stops automatically so you can answer the call. Choose telephone base language At this menu you can select the language used in all menus and screen displays. • Press MENU to begin programming. LANGUAGE • Press CIDV or DIR^until screen displays LANGUAGE.
Telephone Operation Base settings Choose base ringer volume The base ringer volume can be set to OFF, LOW, or HI, by adjusting the switch on the left side of the telephone base. This switch affects only the telephone base ringer volume; the handset ringer volume remains unchanged.
Telephone Operation Basic cordless handset operation Making and answering calls To answer an incoming call, press PHONE/FLASH (or any key except OFF/CLEAR, CIDV or ^DIR). If you have Caller ID service, the caller’s number and/or name will appear on the display screen after the first or second ring (see page 29 for Caller ID features and options). To make a call, press PHONE/FLASH, then dial a number. Press OFF/CLEAR or place in charger, (Auto Off,) to hang up.
Telephone Operation Basic base operation Making and answering calls Lift handset, or press SPEAKER PAT JOHNSON 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06AM 12345678901 To answer a call, lift the corded handset or press SPEAKER. To answer a call, lift the corded handset, or press SPEAKER. If you have Caller ID service, the caller’s number and/or name will appear on the display screen after the first ring (see page 29 for Caller ID features and options).
Telephone Operation Options while on calls To adjust volume Press V^ Volume CID V or ^DIR buttons on the handset or the button on the telephone base to adjust listening volume. VOLUME Flash Call waiting If you subscribe to a Call Waiting service with your local telephone service provider, you will hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. Press PHONE/FLASH on the cordless handset or FLASH on the base to put your current call on hold and take the new call.
Telephone Operation Options while on calls Channel (Cordless handset only) SCANNING... If a call is noisy or unclear, or if words fade out, press MENU/CHAN on the cordless handset to scan for a better communication channel between the handset and the telephone base. Temporary tone dialing If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you can switch to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing *. This can be useful if you need to send tone signals for access to answering systems or long-distance services.
Telephone Operation Intercom calls Intercom calls You can use the intercom feature to have conversations between the handset and the telephone base. Press the INT/DELETE button on a cordless handset or INTERCOM/CID DEL at the telephone base. To answer an intercom page on a cordless handset, press INT/DELETE. At the telephone base, lift the handset or press INTERCOM/CID DEL. Press INT/DELETE to page the telephone base. To end an intercom call on a cordless handset, press OFF/CLEAR.
Telephone Operation Intercom calls (cont.) Intercom calls During a telephone conversation, you can move the call to the telephone base from a cordless handset, or to a cordless handset from the telephone base. To move a call from a cordless handset to the telephone base: NOTES: 1. You can also press HOLD before starting to move the call. 2.
Telephone Operation Intercom calls (cont.) Intercom calls To move a call from the telephone base to the cordless handset: • Press HOLD. (If you are on the base Speakerphone, this step is optional since the outside call will automatically be put on HOLD). NOTE: Before the intercom call is answered, the person who originated the PAGE can press PHONE/ FLASH on the cordless handset, or press SPEAKER or lift the corded handset on the base, to cancel the page and resume the outside call.
Directories PAT JOHNSON 5550100 Directories (handset and base) There are two separate directories, one on the cordless handset and one on the telephone base. Each directory can store up to 30 entries. Each entry can contain a number up to 24 digits, and a name up to 15 letters. A convenient search feature can help you find and dial numbers quickly (see page 27). The procedure for entering, editing and dialing directory entries is the same for both the cordless handset and the telephone base.
Directories 1 MENU/CHAN Speed dialing (cordless handset only) DIRECTORY 2 CID V or ^DIR SPEED DIAL 3 On the cordless handset, numbers called most frequently can be stored in so that they can be dialed with only two button presses. You can enter nine Speed Dial numbers up to 24 digits. Each entry is associated with a dialpad numeral key. The nine speed dial numbers on the cordless handset will be automatically added to the handset directory.
Directories Speed dialing (cordless handset only) To create a directory entry • Press MENU/CHAN to begin programming. • Press SELECT. • Enter a name (up to 15 characters), then press SELECT (see page 25 for instructions). • Enter a telephone number (up to 24 digits), then press SELECT. • Choose distinctive ringing (yes or no) by pressing CIDV or ^DIR (see page 26 for distinctive ring). • Press MENU/CHAN or SELECT to store the number. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Directories 1 MENU/CHAN DIRECTORY Entering names into directories To enter a name 2 SELECT ENTER NAME • Press MENU/CHAN on cordless handset or MENU on base to enter the main menu. • Press SELECT to confirm. • The screen will show ENTER NAME. • Enter the name (up to 15 alphanumeric characters) of the person using the table below. 3 PAT JOHNSON_ • Use ^DIR to advance to the next space to the right, or use CIDV to delete a mistake. • When finished entering the name, press SELECT.
Directories 4 SELECT ENTER NUMBER Entering phone number and assigning distinctive ring To enter a number Use the dialpad to enter up to 24 digits. When the number is complete, press SELECT. 5 Options while entering numbers: • Press CIDV to erase numbers if you make a mistake. PAT JOHNSON • Press REDIAL/PAUSE to enter a four-second dialing pause. The P will be inserted. 5556789_ 6 SELECT (Cordless handset only) • When finished entering the telephone number, press SELECT to confirm.
Directories 1 ^DIR DIRECTORY 2 ^DIR ADAM Directory search Follow the steps on the left to browse through the directory, or search to find a specific entry. You can press OFF/CLEAR on the cordless handset (or CLEAR at the base) anytime to exit the directory. 5551234 To display first entry ^DIR BETH 5554321 To browse through the directory To browse, press ^ DIR or CID V to scroll through all entries one by one.
Directories 1 ^DIR DIRECTORY 2 ^DIR ADAM 5551234 3 SELECT SPEED EDIT ERASE 5551234 ^DIR SPEED EDIT ERASE 5551234 ^DIR SPEED EDIT ERASE To copy, edit or delete an entry You can make existing directory entries Speed Dial entries if they are stored in the handset. You can also change names, numbers and the distinctive ringing settings, or erase entries, that are stored in the cordless handset or the telephone base. When any entry is displayed, press SELECT to see the options.
Caller ID Operation PAT JOHNSON * 908-555-0100 8/12 10:06AM How Caller ID works If you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your local phone company, information about each caller will be displayed at both the cordless handset and the telephone base after the first or second ring.
Caller ID Operation There are also occasions when other information or no information is displayed for various reasons: On-Screen Message Reason PRIVATE NAME Caller prefers to remain anonymous. PRIVATE CALLER Caller's name and telephone number are not revealed at caller's request. UNKNOWN NAME Your local telephone company is unable to determine the caller's name. UNKNOWN CALLER Your local telephone company is unable to determine the caller's name and telephone number.
Caller ID Operation CID memory Memory Capacity NOTE: The cordless handset and CID logs on the telephone base not shared. Action taken on one will not affect the other. E5908 telephone can store up to 30 CID records in both the telephone base and the cordless handset respectively. These numbers are available for subsequent retrieval or for saving into the internal directory for long-term storage until they are deleted. NOTE: Only the cordless handset will show the order of the call in call history.
Caller ID Operation CID memory Dialing from CID Memory • Press CIDV on the telephone base or on the cordless handset to activate the CID Memory. • Press CIDV or DIR^ on the telephone base or on the cordless handset to scroll to the desired number to be dialed. • Press DISP DIAL below the LCD screen on the telephone base or press PHONE/FLASH on the cordless handset to contact the person whose name is displayed on the screen.
Caller ID Operation CID memory • Press SELECT to edit the telephone number. You can make any changes to the number by using the CIDV button to erase characters, or using the dialpad to enter new ones (see pages 25-26 for instructions). • Press SELECT. You can now choose to assign a distinctive ringer to this entry. Press CIDV or ^DIR to choose Y (for yes) or N (for no). If you choose Yes (and if you have Caller ID service), a different ringing style will alert you when this person calls.
Caller ID Operation CID memory Deleting all CID records • Press and hold INT/DELETE on the cordless handset or INTERCOM/CID DEL on the telephone base for 2 seconds or longer to clear all entries in the call log memory. • A message appears on the screen asking you to confirm that you want to delete all entries in the call log memory.
Caller ID Operation Call waiting If you have subscribed to the Call Waiting service from your local telephone company, you will hear a beep if there is an incoming call while you are already on the phone. The telephone number of the new incoming call will also be displayed on the screen. • Press FLASH on the telephone base or PHONE/ FLASH on the cordless handset to put your current call on hold and take the new call.
16 Answering System Operation Message capacity Message counter Number of messages waiting (or during playback, message number currently playing) The answering system can record up to 95 messages, depending on the length of each message. Individual messages can be up to four minutes long, and total maximum recording time is 15 minutes. Messages will remain available for replay until you delete them. Press to start or stop message playback (see page 40).
Answering System Operation Day and time announcements 16 To set day and time Before playing each message, the answering system announces the day and time the message was received. 1. Press CLOCK The system will announce the current clock setting, then announces "To set the clock, press CLOCK." 2. Press CLOCK The system will announce the current day setting, then announces "To change the day, press SKIP or REPEAT, to change the hour, press CLOCK." 3.
Answering System Operation 16 Outgoing announcements Outgoing announcements are the messages callers hear when calls are answered by the answering system. Elapsed recording time (seconds). 1. Press to stop recording. ANNC “Announcement. Press PLAY or press RECORD.” 2. The telephone is pre-programmed with an announcement. If the telephone is set up to record messages, it answers calls with “Hello. Please leave a message after the tone.
Answering System Operation Changing feature options 16 1. Menu features can be changed to program how the answering system operates. Press SETUP repeatedly to hear each feature. When you hear the feature you want to modify press SKIP or REPEAT to change the setting. SETUP Press until desired feature is heard (see list at right). 2. 3. SKIP or REPEAT Press until desired selection is heard. Feature options (Default settings underlined).
Number of messages waiting (or during playback, message number currently playing). Answering System Operation Message playback Press PLAY/STOP to hear messages. The system announces the number of messages, then begins playback. If you have new messages waiting, you will hear only the new messages (oldest first). If there are no new messages, the system will play back all messages (oldest first). 16 PLAY/STOP to begin Press or end message playback. Announcements 1.
Answering System Operation Recording and playing memos 16 Elapsed recording time (seconds). Press to stop recording. Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and deleted exactly like incoming messages. You can record a memo as a reminder to yourself, or leave a message for someone else if other members of your household are using the answering system. To record a memo 1. RECORD “Record after the tone. Press STOP when you are done.” 2. Speak into microphone. Press RECORD.
Answering System Operation 16 Message counter displays The message counter usually displays the total number of memos and incoming messages. See the list below for explanations of other displays in this counter. Message counter Message counter displays 0 No messages. 1-95 Number of messages/memos, or message number currently playing (flashes when there are new messages). 10-99 Current remote access code while setting (see page 39).
Answering System Operation 1. Dial your telephone number from any touch-tone telephone. 2. When system answers, enter two digit remote access code (19 unless you have changed it). 3. Enter remote commands (see list at right). 4. Hang up to end call and save all undeleted messages. Remote access A two digit security code is required to access your answering system from any touch-tone telephone. This code is 19 by default; see page 39 to change it. Play all messages Press to hear all messages.
Appendix Display screen messages, lights and tones Screen display messages CONNECTING... CONNECTING... The handset is waiting for a dial tone. ** RINGING ** There is a call coming in. ** PAGING ** An intercom call has been initiated. The handset locator has been activated (handset beeps to help you locate it). NEEDS RECHARGING Handset battery is depleted. Place handset in charger to charge the battery. BATTERY LOW Handset battery is low. Place handset in charger to charge the battery.
Appendix Display screen messages, lights and tones Alert tones “Beep-Beep...Beep-Beep...” (Double beep every 5 seconds) Handset battery is low. Place handset in charger to charge the battery. “Beep-Beep-Beep-Beep-Beep” (5 quick beeps) Error tone (current operation has been unsuccessful; try again). “Beeeeeeeeep” (1 long beep) Confirmation tone (current operation has been successfully completed). “Beep” (One beep every 10 seconds) Message Alert at the telephone base (there are new messages).
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your phone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our web site at www.telephones.att.com, or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268. My telephone does not work at all. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in. • Make sure the battery pack is installed and charged correctly (see page 7). • Make sure the telephone line cord is securely plugged firmly into the telephone base and the telephone wall jack.
Appendix Troubleshooting My cordless handset beeps five times and is not performing normally. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the base. Plug the unit into a different, working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. You might have moved out of range. Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.
Appendix Troubleshooting I get noise, static, or weak signal even when I’m near the base. • Other electronic products can cause interference to your cordless telephone. Try installing your telephone as far away from the following electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios, radio towers, pager towers, cellular telephones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless telephones.
Appendix Troubleshooting My cordless handset does not ring when I receive a call. • Make sure that the ringer is turned on. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this user’s manual. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged securely into the telephone base and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in. • The cordless handset may be too far from the telephone base. • Charge the battery in the cordless handset for at least 16 hours.
Appendix Troubleshooting The CHARGING light is off. My Caller ID is not working. System does not receive CID or system does not display CID during Call Waiting. Incomplete messages. Difficulty hearing messages. System does not answer after correct number of rings. • Clean the cordless handset and charging contacts on the charger each month using a pencil eraser or cloth. • Make sure the power and line cords are plugged in correctly and securely. • Unplug the unit’s electrical power.
Appendix Troubleshooting System does not respond to remote commands. • Make sure to enter your remote access code correctly (see pages 39 and 43). • Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone telephone. When dialing a number, you should hear tones. If you hear clicks, it is not a touchtone telephone and cannot activate the answering system. • The answering system may not detect the remote access code while your announcement is playing.
Appendix Important safety instructions This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. Safety Information • Read and understand all instructions in the user’s manual. Observe all markings on the product. • Avoid using a telephone during a thunderstorm. There may be a slight chance of electric shock from lightning.
Appendix Important safety instructions Especially About Cordless Telephones • Privacy: The same features that make a cordless phone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the base and the handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that your cordless phone conversations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset.
Appendix Important safety instructions Precautions for Users of Implanted Cardiac Pacemakers Cardiac Pacemakers (applies only to 900 MHz Digital Cordless Telephones): Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a multidisciplinary evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and implanted cardiac pacemakers. Supported by the U.S.
Appendix FCC part 68 and ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. This identifier must be provided to your local telephone company upon request.
Appendix FCC part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Appendix Limited warranty The AT&T brands are used under license. Any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: Advanced American Telephones, 1 (800) 222-3111 or www.telephones.att.com. In Canada, call 1 (866) 2884268.
Appendix Limited warranty 4 What is not covered by this limited warranty? This limited warranty does not cover: • Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water, or other liquid intrusion; or • Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration, or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of AAT; or • Product to the extent that the problem exper
Appendix Limited warranty 6 What must you return with the product to get warranty service? You must: a return the entire original package and contents including the product to the AAT service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; b include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the product purchased (product model) and the date of purchase or receipt (keep a copy for your records); and c provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone numb
Appendix Index A AC adapter, 6, 8 Alert tones, 45 Answering calls, 15-16 Answering system, 36 announcements, 38 memos, 41 message playback, 40 remote access, 43 I Intercom calls, 19-21 Indicator lights, 45 L Last number redial, 15-16 Low battery, 7 M Making calls, 15-16 Memos, 41 Message playback, 40 Message counter displays, 42 Mute, 17 B Battery charging, 7 Battery installation, 7 Belt clip, 9 N Names, enter a name, 25 search for, 27 C Call waiting, 17, 35 Caller ID, 29 CID memory, 31 delete number,
Appendix Technical specifications RF Frequency Band (Handset to Base) 5863.8MHz — 5872.5MHz RF Frequency Band (Base to Handset) 912.75MHz — 917.10MHz Channels 30 Modulation FM Operating Temperature 32°F — 122°F 0°C – 50°C Base Unit Voltage (AC Voltage, 60Hz) 104 — 129 Vrms Base Unit Voltage (DC Adapter Output) 9 Vdc @500 mA Handset Voltage 3.1 — 4.3 Vdc @600 mAh Charger Voltage (DC Adapter Output) 6 Vdc @200 mA Replacement Battery Model 3301 (Part Number 80-5071-00-00) 3.
Appendix Remote access wallet card Use the wallet card below to help you remember commands to control your answering system from any touch tone telephone. Cut along dotted line Call your phone number, then enter your 2-digit access code (preset to 19). Fold card here Action Remote Command Play all messages ....................... Play new messages ................... Delete the message ................. Delete all old messages .......... Repeat a message ..................... Stop ...................
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