AT&T 1792 User manual

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Two-Line Digital Answering System
Model 1792
Owner's Manual
Printed in Korea
Issue 1A

Before you install the 1792, please do
the following:
1. Staple your sales receipt to the inside
front cover of this manual.
2. Record the following information:
Date Purchased
Model Number
Serial Number
In the event of aproblem with this unit,
please call our National Service Center
1-800-222-3111.
©Copyright 1994 AT&T
All Rights Reserved
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Contents
Important Safety Information 4
Introduction 5
Parts Check List 6
Front Panel Components 7
Rear Panel Components 8
Base Panel Components 8
Install Battery 9
Connect Telephone Line Cords 10
Connect Outside Line(s) 10
Connect Two Single-Line Telephones 1
Connect One Two-Line Telephone 11
Wall-Mounted Installation 12
Connecting the AC Adapter 13
Initial Settings 14
Set Number of Rings 15
Set Time and Date 16
Set Speaker Volume 17
Set Play Message Prompts Switch 17
Activating aMailbox 18
To Activate aMailbox 18
To Deactivate aMailbox 18
Greetings and Announcements 19
Greeting Worksheet 20
Main Greeting Functions 21
To Play Main Greeting 21
To Attach aMessage 21
To Record Main Greeting 21
To Record Voice (System) Prompts 22
Mailbox Functions 23
Select Mailbox 23
Mailbox Function Reference Chart 23
Mailbox Greetings/Announcement 24
Programming Security Codes 25
Activate or Change aSecurity Code 25
Tum Your Security Code Off 26
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Reset Factory Security Codes 26
To Leave Messages for Others 26
To Leave aTimed Memo 27
Call Forward 27
Call Forward Architecture 28
Entering Special Numbers 28
Pager Notify 29
Remote Urgent Message Notify 29
System Functions 30
Maximum Message Time 30
Announce Caller 30
Do Not Disturb 31
Memory Check 31
Turing On or Off 32
Retrieving Your Messages 33
Retrieve Messages Locally 33
Retrieve Messages Remotely 33
Message Options 34
Remote
Programming
~~ 35
Call Management 36
Pound Key Disconnect 36
Speaker 36
Retum Caller to the Main Greeting 36
Recording aConversation 36
Dialing Functions 37
On Hook Dial 37
Auto Redial 37
Speed Dial 38
Response
ToACall ~~ 40
In Case Of Difficulty 41
AT&T Limited Warran 42
FCC Registration &
Repair Information 43
Interference Information:
Part 15 of FCC Rules 44
Index 45
3

Important Safety Information
Before using this unit, please read and
follow all safety and operating instruc-
tions carefully. The unit has been de-
signed and manufactured to assure
personal safety. However, improper use
can result in injury, electric shock, or
fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated
in this unit will protect you if you ob-
serve the following procedures for instal-
lation, use and servicing. This unit does
not contain any parts that can be re-
paired by the user.
1. Never install telephone wiring during a
lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet lo-
cations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone
wires or terminals unless the tele-
phone line has been disconnected at
the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modify-
ing telephone lines.
5. To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble this product.
Opening or removing covers may ex-
pose you to dangerous voltages or
other risks.
6. Do not overload wall outlets and ex-
tension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
7. Do not place this product on an unsta-
ble cart, stand, or table. Serious
damage may result if the unit falls.
8. Do not use this unit near water —for
example, near abath tub or swim-
ming pool. If the product comes in
contact with any liquids, unplug the
unit from the wall and contact quali-
fied service personnel.
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9.
11.
13.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Instead use only aslightly damp,
soft cloth for cleaning.
.Do not subject this product to exces-
sive heat (sunlight and radiators),
smoke, dust, mechanical vibration,
or shock. This includes not placing
heavy objects on top of this unit. In-
stead see the section on wall-mount-
ing on page 12. Never rest objects
on top of the LCD display, as this
may cause cracks.
Install this product in aprotected lo-
cation where no one can step on or
trip over power and line cords. Do
not place objects on the cords that
may cause damage or abrasion. If
the power supply cords or plug is
damaged or frayed, unplug the unit
from the wall and contact qualified
service personnel.
.This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indi-
cated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your
local power company.
Do not use attachments not recom-
mended by the product manufac-
turer as they may cause hazards.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your
new Two-Line Digital Answering Sys-
tem, Model 1792. It has been designed
to exacting AT&T standards for conven-
ient and reliable service.
The 1792 uses advanced digital technol-
ogy to function as acomplete message
management system, offering multiple
mailboxes as well as the ability to selec-
tively save and delete messages, for-
ward calls to any location, screen your
calls, and professionally manage your
telephone activity.
Voice Mail —The 1792 comes
equipped with atotal of nine mailboxes
—six personal voice mailboxes and
three announcement-only boxes.
Digital Memory — The 1792 has 18 min-
utes of digital memory which can be up-
graded to 36 minutes with an optional
memory expansion module. The expan-
sion module is available at your AT&T
Phone Center Store.
Electronic Receptionist — The 1792
serves as an electronic receptionist,
managing calls rather than just taking
messages. It answers the telephone and
routes callers automatically to your
voice mailboxes, plays announcements
and provides these advanced functions:
eCall Forwarding to Any Remote Tele-
phone, Including Cellular phones
Pager Notify
Urgent Message Notify
Speaker Monitor
Caller Announce Screening
Toll Save Function
Timed Memos
Do Not Disturb
Conversation Recording
Automatic Redial
Speed Dial
This manual explains in simple steps
how to install and use your new 1792.
For your convenience, we have included
aQuick Reference Guide. It briefly ex-
plains installation, mailbox setup,
prompt recording and message retrieval.
However, we suggest you read the
owner's manual carefully to familiarize
yourself with all the 1792's features
and benefits. If you need assistance or
have any questions, call the National
Service Center at 1-800-222-3111. The
call is toll free and we'll be glad to help.

Parts Check list
Save your sales receipt in case you ever
need warranty service (staple it to the in-
side front cover of this manual).
Check to make sure that you have all of
the following accessories:
1792 Unit
2Line Cords
Owner's Manual, Quick
Reference Guide
AC Adapter (power supply)
9-Volt Battery
Wall Mount Bracket
You will also need awall- or floor-
mounted modular telephone jack and an
electrical outlet (120VAC/60Hz) near
the place where you want to install the
1792.
Please keep the packing materials in
case you need to send the unit in for
service.

Front Panel Components
1. Built-in Speaker.
2. LCD Display Panel.
3. Function Selection Buttons —used to
select/activate/define functions.
4. Function Selection Panel —flips down
to reveal additional function buttons.
5. Microphone.
6. Messages Button —used to retrieve
messages from mailboxes.
7. Messages LED — lights when you
have anew message in amailbox.
8. Volume Buttons —used to adjust the
speaker volume.
V¢ )The Function Selection Panel
flips down to reveal additional
function buttons.

Rear Panel Components
.Power Input
.Memory Expansion Module Cover
.TO TEL 1(1 &2) modular jack
.TO LINE 1(1 &2) modular jack
.TO TEL 2ONLY modular jack
.TO LINE 2ONLY modular jack
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Base Panel Components
Battery Compartment
Slots for wall-mount
bracket installation

Install Battery
The 1792 includes abattery backup sys-
tem to protect the memory during a
power interruption.
1. Turn the unit over, and remove the
cover of the battery compartment.
2. Install the 9volt battery (included) so
that the terminals on the battery
snap into the corresponding termi-
nals on the battery connector.
3. Place the battery in the compartment
and replace the cover.
You should change the battery
every six months (or when the
Low symbol appears) to avoid
losing programmed messages,
security codes and clock setting
in the event of apower interrup-
tion. A fresh battery will protect
the programming for approxi-
mately 12 to 16 hours.
When you change the battery,
keep the 1792 plugged into the
wall outlet. This will prevent
erasing any of your greeting
messages or configuration pro-
gramming.
Battery compartment
Battery compartment tab.
Push to open
When this symbol is on, it's time to re-
place the battery.