AT&T TL74108 User manual

User's manual
TL74108/TL74208/TL74258/
TL74358/TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless
telephone/answering
system with caller ID/
call waiting

Model # TL74108/TL74208/TL74258/TL74358/TL74458
Product name: 5.8GHz corded/cordless telephone/answering system
Serial #
(found on the bottom of the telephone base)
Purchase date:
Place of purchase:
Congratulations
on purchasing your
new AT&T product.
Before using this AT&T product, please
read the Important safety instructions
on pages 57-59 of this manual.
Please thoroughly read the user’s
manual for all the feature operations
and troubleshooting information necessary to install
and operate your new
AT&T product. You can also visit our
website at www.telephones.att.com
or call 1 [phone].
In Canada, dial 1 [phone].
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STOP! See page 7
for easy instructions.
You must install and charge
the battery before using the
telephone.
For customer service or product information, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone].
In Canada, dial 1 [phone].
Add new handsets to make your telephone more versatile (see page xx)
Your telephone can accommodate up to four cordless handsets. You can add new
handsets (model TL77008, sold separately) anytime, but each must be registered
with the telephone base before use.
The handset provided with your TL74108 is automatically registered as handset
1. Additional handsets will be assigned numbers in the order they are registered
(handset 2, handset 3, or handset 4). You can register a maximum of 4 handsets.
The TL74208 has two handsets automatically registered as handsets 1 and 2.
You can register two additional handsets, which will then be assigned numbers
3 and 4.
NOTE: All four handsets can be used simultaneously, however only two can be used on one
type of call at a time. For example, two handsets can be used on an outside call, while the
other two handsets can be used on an intercom call at the same time.
Handset 1 Handset 2 Handset 3 Handset 4

1
Getting started
Quick reference guide.....................2
Parts checklist.....................................4
Telephone base installation .........5
Battery installation & charging...7
Wall mounting.....................................8
Belt clip & optional headset.............9
Telephone operation
Handset settings............................. 10
Base settings .................................... 13
Basic cordless handset operation...15
Basic base operation.................... 16
Options while on calls ................. 17
Call transfer....................................... 19
Intercom calls................................... 20
Directories
Directories.......................................... 23
Speed dialing.................................... 24
New directory entries................... 26
Directory search.............................. 28
To dial or change an entry ........ 29
Caller ID summary
Caller ID summary.......................... 30
Caller ID memory ........................... 33
Call waiting ............................................37
Answering system operation
Answering system operation.... 38
Day & time announcements......... 39
Outgoing announcements.......... 40
Changing feature options........... 41
Message playback .......................... 42
Recording and playing memos....43
Message counter displays.......... 44
Answering system mode............. 45
Remote access................................. 46
Appendix
Display screen messages lights...47
Indicator lights & alert tones.......49
Troubleshooting .............................. 50
Important safety instructions ... 57
FCC part 68 & ACTA...................... 60
FCC part 15 ....................................... 62
Limited warranty............................. 63
Technical specifications............... 66
Index ..................................................... 67
Remote access wallet card...........68
Table of contents
User's manual
TL74108/TL74208/
TL74258/TL74358/TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless
telephone/answering
system with caller ID/
call waiting

2
Getting started
DIR /VOLUME+
When phone is idle (not in use),
press DIR to display directory
entries (page 29). While entering
letters in names, press to advance
or press twice to enter space. While
programming, press to change menu
item or value (pages 10-12). During
a call, press DIR to adjust listen-
ing volume.
INT
While phone is idle, press to page
base (page 20) or press and hold to
delete all caller ID entries (page 36).
While a caller ID entry is displayed,
press to delete displayed entry
(page 35).
PHONE/FLASH
Press to make or answer a call
(page 15). During a call, press to
receive an incoming call if call wait-
ing is activated (page 17).
MENU/SELECT
Press to store a programming option
(pages 10-12), or to create a directory
entry in memory (page 26). During a
call, press to transfer a call between
cordless handsets (page 19).
Quick reference guide
OFF/CLEAR
During a call, press to hang up.
While using menus, press to can-
cel an operation, or exit the menu
display.
SPEAKER
Press to activate handset speaker-
phone. Press again to resume nor-
mal handset use (page xx). MENU/CHAN
While on a call, press to mute micro-
phone. Press again to resume (page
xx).
REDIAL/PAUSE
Before dialing, press to display the
last number called (page 15). While
dialing or entering numbers into
your directory, press to insert a four-
second dialing pause (page 27).
Cordless handset
Feature menu
Feature menu
DIRECTORY ..............Page 23
SPEED DIAL .............Page 24
RINGER ......................Page 12
DATE/TIME ............... Page 11
LANGUAGE ..............Page 10
DIRECTORY
CID/-VOLUME
When phone is idle, press CID to
display caller ID information (pages
30-32). While entering names or
numbers, press to move the cur-
sor to the left. While programming,
press to change menu item or value
(pages 10-12). During a call, press
CID to adjust listening volume.
Using menus
Press CID/-VOLUME or DIR /VOLUME +
to scroll through menu items.
Press SELECT/TRANSFER to select or
modify a highlighted item.
Press OFF/CLEAR to cancel an oper-
ation, or exit the menu display.

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Getting started
Quick reference guide
Telephone base
• HANDSET LOCATOR /
INTERCOM: Press to delete
displayed caller ID entry (page
XX). While phone is idle, press
to page handset (page XX), or
press and hold to delete all
caller ID entries (page XX).
• FLASH: During a call, press
to receive an incoming call if
call waiting is activated (page
XX).
• CLEAR: While using
menus, press to can-
cel an operation, or
exit the menu display.
• CID: Press when
phone is idle to dis-
play caller ID informa-
tion (page XX). While
entering numbers or
letters, press to move
the cursor to the left.
• MENU/SELECT:
Press to store a pro-
gramming option
(page XX), or to cre-
ate a directory entry
in memory (page XX).
• DIR : Press when
phone is idle to display
directory entries. While
entering or modify-
ing names, press to
advance cursor.
• DISP DIAL: Press to
dial number currently
displayed.
• CLOCK: Press to review or
set clock (page XX).
• SETUP: Press repeatedly to
hear setup options (page XX).
• ANNC.: Press to review or
record announcement; press
again to quit (page XX).
• RECORD: Press to record
a memo (page XX) or after
pressing ANNC. to record
an outgoing announcement
(page XX).
• PLAY/STOP: Press to
start or stop message playback
(page XX).
• DELETE: Press to delete
message currently playing,
hold to delete all old mes-
sages (page XX).
• ANSWER ON: Press to
turn answering system on or off
(page XX).
• REPEAT : Press to repeat
message, press twice to play
previous message (page XX).
• SKIP : Press to skip mes-
sage (page XX).
• REDIAL/PAUSE:
Before dialing any num-
bers, press to display
the last number called
(page XX).
While dialing or enter-
ing numbers into your
directory, press to insert
a four-second dialing
pause (page XX).
• HOLD: Press to place
call on hold. Press again
to resume call (page
XX).
• VOLUME : During
a call, press or to
adjust listening volume
(page XX).
• MUTE: Press to silence
microphone, press again
to resume your conver-
sation (page XX).
SPEAKER: Press to
activate the Clearspeak™
dial-in-base speakerphone.
The Clearspeak™ speaker-
phone allows clear, hands-
free communications when
you are positioned near the
telephone base.

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Getting started
Telephone base
Belt clip for cord-
less handset
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208)
Charger for cord-
less handset
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208)
Power adapter for
telephone base
Power adapter for
handset charger
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208)
Telephone line cord
(1 long, 1 short)
Battery compart-
ment cover
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208)
Cordless Handset
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208)
User's manual Quick start guide
Base handset Handset cord
Parts checklist
Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship
your telephone for warranty service.
Check to make sure the telephone package includes the following. The model
number of your telephone can be found on the label located on the bottom
of the telephone base.
BatterY for cord-
less handset
(1 for TL74108)
(2 for TL74208)
User's manual
TL74108/TL74208/TL74258/
TL74358/TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless
telephone/answering
system with caller ID/
call waiting
Quick Start guide
TL74108/TL74208/
TL74258/TL74358/TL74458
5.8 GHz corded/cordless
telephone/answering
system with caller ID/
call waiting

5
Getting started
Telephone base installation
Choose a central location close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not
controlled by a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat sur-
face or mounted on a standard wall plate. For optimum range and better
reception, place the telephone base in a high and open location.
Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
• Communication devices such as: personal computers, computer routers,
television sets, VCRs, wireless routers (wireless broadband, wi-fi, or 802.11)
or other cordless telephones.
• Excessive heat sources.
• Noise sources such as a window with traffic outside, motors, microwave
ovens, refrigerators, or fluorescent lighting.
• Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.
• Excessive moisture.
• Extremely low temperature.
• Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of the washing machine or
work bench.

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Getting started
Telephone base installation
NOTES:
1. Use only the power adapter supplied with this product or equivalent. To order a replacement
power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com, or call 1
[phone]. In Canada, dial 1 [phone].
2. Be sure to use an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
3. This power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
4. If you receive high speed internet through your telephone line (commonly referred to as DSL), and
you are experiencing interference during telephone conversations and/or your caller ID features
are not functioning properly, install a DSL filter to the telephone line between the telephone base
and the telephone wall jack. Contact your DSL service provider for a DSL filter.
Telephone line cord
DSL filter
(Optional for DSL users, see number
four in the note section, below.)
5. Plug the other end
of the telephone line
cord into a telephone
jack.
4. Plug the large end of
the larger power adapter
into an electrical outlet
not controlled by a wall
switch.
3. Route cords through
slots.
2. Plug one end of the
telephone line cord into
the telephone jack at the
bottom of the telephone
base.
1. Plug the small end of the larg-
er power adapter into the power
jack at the bottom of the tele-
phone base.
6. Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the jack at
the bottom of the telephone base. Plug the other end of the
coiled cord into the base handset.

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Getting started
BATTERY LOW
10:08
AM
02/14
NEEDS RECHARGING
then
1. Plug the small end of
the smaller power adapter
into the jack on the under-
side of the charger, then
route the cord through the
slot as shown.
Battery installation & charging
After installing the battery, you may be able to make or receive short calls. For
best performance, place the handset in charger to charge for 16 hours before
use.
You can keep the battery charged by returning the handset to charger after 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, and the standby time is
approximately six days. Actual battery life depends on usage conditions and age
of battery.
3. Insert the plug as indi-
cated. Be sure to securely
insert the plug, making
sure that it matches the
color-corded label inside
the battery compartment.
6. You may be able to make or receive
short calls. For best performance, place
the handset in charger to charge for at
least 16 hours before first use.
Battery low indicator
Return the handset to the
charger to recharge when this
symbol flashes and the hand-
set beeps or when the hand-
set screen displays NEEDS
RECHARGING.
2. Plug the large
end of the smaller
power adapter into
an electrical outlet
not controlled by a
wall switch.
5. Slide the bat-
tery compart-
ment cover up
until it clicks.
4. Place the bat-
tery and wires
inside the com-
partment.
To replace the battery,
press in and downward
on the tab of the bat-
tery compartment to
open the battery com-
partment cover. Lift
out the old battery
and disconnect it from
the handset. Follow
the instructions on
this page to install and
charge the new battery.
NOTE: Under normal conditions, the
battery should last approximately one year.
This may vary depending on usage.
Caution: Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery (AT&T model 27910,
part number 89-0099-00-00) or equivalent. To order a replacement battery, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone]. In Canada, dial 1 (866)
288-4268.
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