ALcom SN200 User manual

Digital Cordless Telephone
SN200
User’’s Guide

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Introduction
CAUTION:
Rechargeable batteries are included with this DECT phone.
Never use non-rechargeable batteries! Use of improper
batteries will void the warranty and risk the danger of
explosion.
Important Safety Notes
Please observe the following to ensure reliable operation of the
telephone:
•Read this manual thoroughly and observe the
operating instructions and information provided.
•Place the base station on a non-slip surface and lay the
connection cables so they cannot be the source of an
accident.
•Do not expose the equipment to extreme temperatures
or high relative humidity and protect it from direct
sunlight and dusty conditions.
•Clean the equipment with a soft, damp cloth. Do not
use any solvents or aggressive cleaning agents.
•Only connect approved accessories.
•Only use the power plug supplied.
•Never open the unit. Opening the unit annuls claims
under the terms of guarantee and exposes the person to
the risk of an electric shock.
•Repairs to defective units should only be carried out by
service centers recommended by the sales outlet.
•We recommend removing the batteries if the equipment is not
to be used for longer periods.

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•Only replace the batteries with types recommended by us.
Dispose off defective batteries according to the applicable
local laws (not in household waste). We assume no liability
for damage caused by using the equipment for unintended
purposes.
•European Communities (EC) RF Radiation Exposure
Statement: The installation of the base unit should allow at
least 20 centimeter between the base and persons in
compliance with EC RF exposure Council Recommendation
(1999/519/EC).
Exemption from Liability
We cannot guarantee the information which relates to the
technical properties or that contained in this document is correct.
The product and its accessories described in this document are
subject to constant improvement and further development. For
this reason, we reserve the right to modify components,
accessories, technical specifications and related documentation
of the product described herein without notification.
Intended Use
This telephone is designed for telephoning within a telephone
network. Any other use is considered unintended use.
Unauthorized modifications or reconstruction not described in
this manual are not permitted.
Battery Safety Precautions
•Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other
batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released
which can cause injury.
•To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the

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battery listed in User’s Guide.
•Keep batteries out of children.
•Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
Packaging Checklist
Make sure your package includes the following items:
Packing contents Solo pack Duo pack* Triple pack*
Base stations 1 1 1
Handsets 1 2 3
Power adaptors 1 2 3
Telephone line 1 1 1
Rechargeable
Battery AAA 2 4 6
Charging cradle 0 1 2
Operating
instruction 1 1 1
Warranty Card 1 1 1
Connecting the Base Station and Power Plug
Connecting the plugs to the corresponding sockets in the base
station (they can not be connected incorrectly because the
sockets and plugs are designed prevent reverse poling). Lay
the cable under the telephone to the rear. Plug the telephone
line in the telephone connection socket. Insert the power plug at
the other end in the power outlet. The base station is now ready
to operate.

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Only use the connection cable supplied.
Phonejack ACpoweroutlet
CAUTION:
Plug the adapter to the socket outlet that near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible. Use only
power adaptor models listed in the Technical
Specifications. Using other power supplies may damage
the unit.

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Getting Started
Install and Charge the Batteries
Insert two pieces AAA batteries in the compartment, ensuring
correct polarity and close the compartment.
•Please wait for 30 seconds after removing the old batteries
when change and install a new pair battery.
•Place the handset in the base station to charge for 14 hours
prior for first use. If you don’t properly charge the phone,
battery performance will be compromised.、
•Use only battery models listed in the Technical
Specifications.
Warning: The handset does not work and damaged if the
wrong batteries are inserted.
Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
instruction
If batteries are empty, handset LCD will not has any display and
the handset will not response to any key. Handset is then
required to put back on Base Station / Charger cradle to charge.
Handset cannot be used until handset name and aerial icon
appear. If handset does not charged full before use, handset
may emit battery low alert tone and battery level indicator
shows empty.

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Features
1. Comfortable digital cordless phone with DECT Standards
2. Phonebook for 25 / 50 entries with names and numbers
3. Caller ID* function with up to 20 name/number call log
4. Operation guidance in multi-languages
5. 10 polyphonic ring tone melodies at handset
6. 5 monotonic ring tone at base station
7. Microphone mute
8. Operates with up to 6 handsets
9. Ringer on/off
10. 10 Last number redial
11. 5 ring level + off
12. Real time clock display
13. Handset name
14. Automatic call answering
15. Key tone on/off
16. Keypad lock
17. Teleconference+
18. Internal free communication between handsets+
19. Battery and range warning tone
20. Up to 100 / 120 hours standby
21. Up to 10 /12 hours continuous talk time
22. Recall/Pause
23. Tone and pulse dial modes
24. Handsfree operation on handset
25. Headset jack 2.5mm standard
26. Boost mode
27. ECO mode
28. HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible)
+More than one handset require
*Subscription may be required. Please contact your network
provider.
DECT: Digitally Enhanced Cordless Telephone – Standard for
Cordless telephones.

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Handset and Base Layouts
+ Redial / Up /Increase volume key
- Caller ID/Down/ Decrease volume key
Menu / OK key
Cancel/ Flash key
Talk On/Off key
Handsfree key
Asterisk /INT key
Hash /Keypad lock key
Zero/Pause Key
LED
Headset
jack

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Memory Key 1
Memory Key 2
LED –Charging LED –IN USE
Paging key
LCD Display
Icon Description
Antenna icon
Phone icon
Key lock icon
Ring off icon
Speakerphone icon
Battery level indicator
New call icon
Alarm icon

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LED state
1. LED on base station
a. LED – In-use, Color – Green
Pattern Function
Steady On When handset is off-hook
Flashes When there is incoming ring signal
b. LED – Charging, Color – Red
Pattern Function
Steady On When handset is in the cradle and charging
Flashes When paging, in cadence with ringing signal
2. LED on HS
Pattern Function
Flashes When message waiting received, or
incoming ring signal.
Basic Operation
Make a Call
1. Press the or key, wait for a dial tone, then dial
the desired number.
2. After finishing the conversation, press key or place
the cordless handset into the charger.
The talk timer will be shown during talk.
Note: In idle mode press and holding or for 1.5 seconds,
the number associated with the or key will dial out.

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Pre-dialling
1. When the handset is in idle mode, input the desired
number.
2. Press key to cancel the wrong digit, input the
correct one again. If a pause is needed during dialing,
press and hold key for a while and character “P” will
be shown. A 3 seconds pause will be added while dialing.
3. Press the or key, the number will be
automatically dialled out.
4. After finishing the conversation, press key or place
the cordless handset into the charger.
The talk timer will be shown during talk.
Adjust the Receiver and Speakerphone Volume
While the phone is in talk mode, press + or -key on the handset
to adjust the receiver or speaker volume of the handset. The
display will show the current volume level during adjusting.
Answer a Call
When the phone rings, the handset LED will flash and the LCD
on the handset will show “RINGING”. If you have subscribed to
Caller ID service from your local telephone company, the
incoming call information will be shown.
1. Press the or key to answer a call.
2. After finishing the conversation, press key or place
the cordless handset into the charger cradle.
Auto Answer
1. If you set on the “AUTO TALK”, just need to pick up the
cordless handset from the charger cradle to answer the
call directly, needn’t press or key.
2. After finishing the conversation, press key or place
the cordless handset into the charger cradle.

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Dialing from the Phone Book
Press button when in standby mode and the LCD on the
handset will display “PHONEBOOK”, then press button
and the first entry in the phone book appears.
Note: If there is no record in phone book, “EMPTY” information
will display
1. Press + or -key to select the required record from the
phone book.
2. Press or key to dial out the number.
3. After finishing the conversation, press key or place
the cordless handset into the charger to terminate the call.
Intercom
You can make an intercom any two handsets (if you have more
than one handset).
1. When the handset is in idle mode, press and hold key,
the LCD will display “HS NUMBER”, and then input the
desired handset number.
2. The target handset will ring and the LCD will show the
calling handset number.
3. Press or key in the target handset to answer.
4. Pressing key to disconnect the intercom call.
Call Transfer
The function allows you to transfer an external call to another
handset.
1. During external call, press and hold key and input the
desired handset number. The line will put on hold and the
target handset will ring.
2. After the target handset answers the call, the intercom will
be made.
3. If you want to transfer the call to the target handset, only

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end the call. The call will be automatically transferred to
the target handset.
Note: If the target handset doesn’t answer within 30 seconds,
the call transfer procedure will be cancelled and the
external call will return to the original handset. Press the
or key to answer the call.
Three-way Conversation
You may have a 3-way conversation using the intercom and an
open line.
1. During external call, press and hold key and input the
desired handset number. The line will put on hold and the
target handset will ring.
2. After the target handset answers the call, the intercom will
be made.
3. Press and hold the key for 2s on the handset to initiate
the three-way conference.
4. By pressing key, any of the handset quit from the
conference and the other handsets continues with external
call.
Muting the Microphone
Press and holding the key for 1.5s can switch the
microphone on or off during a call. The handset will display
“MUTED”
Paging the Handset
If a handset has been misplaced, it is possible to call all the
handsets.
Short press key on the base station.
To stop the page call: Short press any key on the handset or
press key again on the base.

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Switching the Key Lock On/Off
Press and hold key to activate or deactivate the key lock.
The icon turns on or off.
Note: Incoming calls can still be received when key locked.
Redial Function
The last 10 numbers you dialed out will be separately stored in
handset redial memory.
Review Redial Record
1. When the handset is in idle mode, press .
2. Press + or – key to select “REDIAL” menu, then press
key
3. Press + or - key to review all redial records.
Or
1. Press + key to display the information for the redial
records.
2. Press + or - key to review all redial records.
Note: If the redial record is empty, “EMPTY” will be shown.
Save Redial Number
1. Select a redial record.
2. Press key to enter menu, press + or - key to select
“SAVE TO PHONEBOOK”.
3. Press key, the “NAME” will be shown and input the
desired name. You must input a name; otherwise the
record can’t be saved.
4. Press key again, the selected number will be shown.
5. Press key to save.
Delete a Single Redial Record
1. Select a redial record.

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2. Press key to enter menu, press + or - key to select
“DELETE RECORD”,
3. Press key, “CONFIRM?” will be shown.
4. Press key to confirm.
Delete All Redial Records
1. Select a redial record.
2. Press key to enter menu, press + or - key to select
“DELETE ALL”.
3. Press key, “CONFIRM?” will be shown.
4. Press key to confirm.
Note: During redial function operating, if you want to return to
the upper layer menu, press key.
Caller ID Service
The caller’s information will be displayed and recorded if you
have subscribed to Caller ID service from your local telephone
company.
When the telephone rings, the caller’s information will be
displayed on the handset LCD display. This information
includes the phone number and name (if supported). The
handset can store up 20 calls for later review (a name of 16
characters and a phone number of 24 digits for each record).
When the memory is full, a new call automatically replaces the
oldest call in the memory.
Note: If the caller’s information includes Date/Time, the
Date/Time will be stored with the record.
If the caller number is same as one of phonebook memory, the
matched name stored in the phonebook memory will be
displayed.
The handset will prompt user if there is missed call. When the
handset is in idle mode, “ ” will be displayed prior to other
display information.
If all the missed calls are reviewed, the display “ ” will be

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disappeared.
Note:
1.If you reviewed all the missed calls from one handset, the
display “ ” will still on other handsets.
2.Press key to toggle the display of the caller identity,
number and Date/Time.
Review Call Log Record
1. When the handset is in idle mode, press
2. Press + or – key to select “CALL LOG” menu, then press
key
3. Press + or - key to review all call log records.
Or
1. Press - key to display the information for the last call
received.
2. Press + or - key to review all call log records.
Note:
1.The “ ” icon will turn on if the call is a missed call.
2. “EMPTY” will be displayed about 20 seconds and then
return to idle mode if you have not received any call.
3.User can press key to review the incoming call time.
Save Call Log Record
1. Select a call log record.
2. The record could be inserted a prefix with “0-9” digits key
(use keys to delete the digits, but the last 6 digits can’t
be deleted) before save to phone book.
3. Press key to enter menu, press + or - key to select
“SAVE TO PHONEBOOK”, press key, the LCD will
display “NAME”.
4. Edit name and Press key, the LCD will display
“NUMBER”, press key to save.

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Delete a Single Call Log Record
1. Select a call log record
2. Press key to enter menu, press + or - key to select
“DELETE RECORD”, press key, “CONFIRM?” will
be shown.
3. Press key to confirm.
Delete All Call Log Record
1. Select a call log record.
2. Press key to enter menu, press + or - key to select
“DELETE ALL”, press key, “CONFIRM?” will be
shown.
3. Press key to confirm.
Dial back from a Call Log Record
1. Select a call log record
2. The record could be edited a prefix with “0-9” digits keys
(use keys to delete the digits, but the last 6 digits
can’t be deleted) before dial out.
3. Press or key, the number is dialed out
Phone Book
The telephone can store up to 25 / 50 entries in the phone book
with name and call number. When the function is supported by
the telephone provider service and the caller, the handset
displays the name of the caller (when stored in the phone
book).
Store Entries
1. Press key to access phone book memory.
2. Press key, the LCD on the handset will display the
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3. Press key, the LCD on the handset will display
“ADD NEW ENTRY”, then press key,
4. Enter name (maximum 16 characters) and press
key, enter number and press key when finished.
Note:
1. When the capacity is full, “MEMORY FULL” will display.
2. Any incorrect input can be deleted by pressing key.
Key assignment overview
Edit Entries
Press key to access phone book memory.
1. Press key and press + or - key to scroll, Press
key to select a desired entry, and then press + or - to select the
submenu “EDIT”.
2. Press to start NAME edition and press key
again to start NUMBER edition.
3. Press key to confirm.
Note: Press key to delete any incorrect input.
Key Capital letter
1 <space> 1
2 A B C 2
3 D E F 3
4 G H I 4
5 J K L 5
6 M N O 6
7 P Q R S 7
8 T U V 8
9 W X Y Z 9
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Edit or
At the pre-dial screen or any of the main menu phonebook, call
log or redial review screens, pressing and holding the or
keys for 1.5 seconds will store the shown number.
Delete Entries
Press key to access phone book memory.
1. Press key and press + or - key to scroll, Press
key to select a desired entry, and then press + or - to select the
submenu “DELETE RECORD”.
2. Press key, “CONFIRM?” will be shown
3. Press key again to confirm.
Delete All Entries
Press key to access phone book memory.
1. Press key and press + or - key to scroll, Press
key to select a desired entry, and then press + or - to select the
submenu “DELETE ALL”.
2. Press key, “CONFIRM?” will be shown.
3. Press key again to confirm.
Menu Operation
Alarms
You can set two alarms on the handset.
1. Press key.
2. Press + or - key to select “ALARMS” and press key.
3. Press + or - key to select “ALARM 1” or “ALARM 2” and
press key.
4. Press + or - key to select “CLEAR” or “SET”.
5. If you select “CLEAR” and press key, the alarm will
be clear. If you select “SET” and press , enter

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HH:MM in 24-hour format or in 12-hour format.
6. Press key to confirm.
Note: When Alarm time is reached, “ALARM 1” or “ALARM 2”
and time will display and alarm sound will stop after around 1
minute. The Alarm establishes prompt ring everyday.
Handset Setting
Ring Melody
You may select one of the 10 available ringer tones for your
incoming calls alert tone. The default setting is “01” for external
call and “02” for internal call.
1. Press key.
2. Press + or - key to select “HS SETTINGS” and press
key.
3. Press + or - key to select “RINGER MELODY” and press
key.
4. Press + or - key to select “EXTERNAL CALL” or
“INTERNAL CALL” and press key.
5. Press + or - key to select the desired ring melody, the
selected melody will be sounded.
6. Press key to confirm the setting.
Ring Volume
You may select volume “1-5” or “RINGER OFF” for ring tone.
1. Press key.
2. Press + or - key to select “HS SETTINGS” and press
key.
3. Press + or - key to select “HS RINGER VOLUME” and
press key.
4. Press + or - key to select the desired ring volume, the
selected volume will be sounded.
5. Press key to confirm the setting.