AT&T TL96273 User manual

User’s manual
TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/
TL96323
DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology

Congratulations
on purchasing your new AT&T product. Before using this AT&T product, please
read Important safety information on pages 111-117 of this user’s manual
Please thoroughly read the user’s manual for all the feature operations and
troubleshooting information you need 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].
This telephone system is compatible with certain AT&T DECT 6.0 cordless
headsets. Visit www.telephones.att.com/headsets for a list of
compatible cordless headsets.
Model number: TL96273 (two handsets)
TL96373 (three handsets)
TL96473 (four handsets)
TL96323 (three handsets)
Type: DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/answering system
with Bluetooth wireless technology
Serial number:
Purchase date:
Place of purchase:
Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the
bottom of the telephone base.
Telephones identified with this logo have reduced noise and
interference when used with most T-coil equipped hearing aids and
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Compatible with
Hearing Aid T-Coil
TIA-1083

Parts checklist
Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt
and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
Telephone line cord Power adapter for
telephone base
Telephone base
with wall mount
bracket attached
Charger for cordless handset
with power adapter installed
(1 for TL96273)
(2 for TL96373)
(3 for TL96473)
(2 for TL96323)
Batteries for cordless
handsets
(2 for TL96273)
(3 for TL96373)
(4 for TL96473)
(3 for TL96323)
Battery compartment
covers
(2 for TL96273)
(3 for TL96373)
(4 for TL96473)
(3 for TL96323)
Cordless handsets
(2 for TL96273)
(3 for TL96373)
(4 for TL96473)
(3 for TL96323)
User’s manual Quick start guide
User’s manual
TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/
TL96323
DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technologywireless technology
Telephone base and charger installation
This quick start guide provides you with basic instructions only.
For more complete instructions, refer to your user’s manual
provided in the package, or see the online user’s manual at
www.telephones.att.com/manuals.
Quick start guide
TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/TL96323
Caution: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, visit
our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone]. In
Canada, dial 1 [phone].
Plug one end of the
telephone line cord into a
telephone jack or a DSL filter.
Plug the small end of the
telephone base power adapter
into the power adapter jack on
the back of the telephone base.
Plug the large end
of the telephone
base power adapter
into a power outlet
not controlled by a
wall switch.
Route the power
adapter cord
through this slot.
Plug the other end of the
telephone line cord into the
telephone jack on the back
of the telephone base.
If you have DSL high-speed
Internet service, a DSL filter
(not included) is required.
The DSL filter must be plugged
into the telephone wall jack.
Raise the antenna.
Telephone line cord
Route the telephone line
cord through this slot.
THIS SIDE UP / CE CÔTÉ VERS LE HAUT
Battery Pack / Bloc-piles :
BT183342/BT283342 (2.4V 400mAh Ni-MH)
WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT :
DO NOT BURN OR PUNCTURE BATTERIES.
NE PAS INCINÉRER OU PERCER LES PILES.
Made in China / Fabriqué en chine BY1142

User’s manual
TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/
TL96323
DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology
Table of contents
Getting started
Quick reference guide - telephone
base................................................................... 3
Quick reference guide - handset........ 4
Telephone base main menu.................. 7
Handset main menu.................................. 8
Installation...................................................10
Telephone base installation................11
Charger installation.................................12
Battery installation and charging.....13
Battery charging.......................................14
Installation options..................................15
Tabletop to wall mount
installation .............................................15
Wall mount to tabletop
installation .............................................16
Introducing Bluetooth............................17
Glossary of terms.....................................18
Bluetooth setup ........................................19
Add a cell phone ................................19
Add a headset......................................21
Auto connection..................................22
Bluetooth connection from idle
mode.........................................................22
Device list and connection ............23
Review the device list ......................23
Connect/disconnect an active
device .......................................................23
Remove a paired device..................24
Rename a paired device..................25
Replace an active device................26
Download directory...........................27
Interruption to directory
download................................................29
View the directory download
information ............................................29
Change PIN............................................30
Telephone settings
Handset and telephone base
settings..........................................................31
Ringer volume......................................31
Ringer tone............................................32
Set date and time...............................33
Settings....................................................34
LCD language .......................................34
Display alerts........................................35
Missed call indicator .........................35
Voicemail indicator ............................36
No line .....................................................37
Download fail .......................................38
Use caller ID to automatically
set date and time...............................39
Rename handset or the
telephone base....................................40
Key tone..................................................41
Dial mode...............................................41

Caller ID announce............................42
Website....................................................43
Home area code..................................43
Cell area code......................................44
Telephone operation
Make, answer and end a call..............45
Make, answer or end a
home call................................................45
Call waiting on the home line .....46
Make, answer or end a cell
call ............................................................47
Call waiting on the cell line..........48
Answer an incoming cell call
while on a home call........................49
Answer a home call while on a
cell call ....................................................50
Conference calls.......................................51
Conference home and cell
calls ...........................................................51
Options while on calls...........................52
Speakerphone ......................................52
Volume control ....................................52
Silencing the ringer...........................52
Mute ..........................................................53
Temporary tone dialing ...................53
Hold...........................................................54
Equalizer..................................................54
Chain dialing.........................................55
Transfer a call.......................................55
Redial..............................................................57
Review the redial list........................57
Dial a redial entry...............................57
Save a redial entry to the
directory..................................................58
Delete a redial entry.........................59
Handset locator.........................................60
Multiple handset use
Join a call in progress ...........................61
Intercom........................................................62
Initiate an intercom call..................62
Answer an incoming call during
an intercom call ..................................64
Call transfer using intercom ...............65
Push-to-talk (PTT) ....................................67
PTT on/off..............................................67
PTT to a single device......................68
PTT to a group of devices..............70
Answer a PTT call...............................72
Change a one-to-one PTT call
to an intercom call ............................73
End or leave a PTT call....................74
Answer an incoming call during
PTT .............................................................74
Make an outgoing call during
PTT .............................................................75
Directory
About the directory.................................76
Create and review entries....................77
Create a new entry in the home
directory..................................................77
Dialing keys ...........................................79
Add a predialed telephone
number to the directory..................80
Review the directory.........................82
3-character alphabetical
search.......................................................83
Dial, edit or delete a directory ..........84
Dial a directory entry........................84
Edit a directory entry........................85
Edit the type of a directory
entry..........................................................87
Delete a directory entry..................87
Remove a downloaded
directory..................................................88
Speed dial directory................................89
Assign a speed dial directory
entry..........................................................89
Review the speed dial
directory..................................................90
Dial a speed dial entry.....................90
Reassign a speed dial entry..........90

Caller ID
About caller ID ..........................................92
Information about caller ID with
call waiting ............................................92
Caller ID operation..................................93
How the caller ID history
(caller ID log) works..........................93
Memory match.....................................93
Review the caller ID log..................94
View dialing options..........................96
Dial a caller ID log entry ................96
Save a caller ID log entry to the
directory..................................................97
Delete from the caller ID log .......99
Answering system
Answering system settings...............101
Answer ON/OFF...............................101
Announcement .................................102
Play your announcement ............102
Record your own
announcement..................................103
Delete your announcement........104
Call screening at the telephone
base or handset ...............................105
Number of rings...............................106
Remote access code......................107
Message alert tone.........................108
Temporarily turning off the
message alert tone.........................108
Recording time..................................109
Message playback.................................112
Delete all old messages...............114
Record and play memos..............115
Remote access........................................116
To remotely access the
answering system............................116
Remote commands.........................116
Appendix
Handset screen icons..........................117
Telephone base screen icons..........118
Alert tones and lights .........................119
Handset alert tones........................119
Telephone base alert tones........119
Handset indicator lights...............119
Telephone base indicator
lights ......................................................120
Screen messages...................................121
Display screen messages.............121
Expand your telephone system......124
Add and register handsets
(optional)..............................................124
Deregister handsets.............................125
Deregister all handsets.................125
Troubleshooting .....................................126
Maintenance.............................................139
Important safety information ..........140
Especially about cordless
telephones ..........................................140
Precautions for users of
implanted cardiac pacemakers ....141
Pacemaker patients........................141
Especially about telephone
answering systems..........................141
FCC Part 68 and ACTA........................142
FCC Part 15..............................................143
Limited warranty....................................144
Technical specifications .....................146
DECT 6.0 digital technology.......146
Telephone operating range........146
Redefining long range coverage
and clarity ...........................................146
HD audio ..............................................146
Index............................................................147

1
Getting started
Quick reference guide - telephone base
VOLUME
Press to adjust the volume during
message playback (page 117).
Press to adjust the volume during a call
(page 52).
When the phone is not in use, press
to adjust the telephone base ringer
volume for all lines (page 31).
TONE
Press to switch to tone dialing
temporarily during a call if you have
pulse service (page 53).
REDIAL/PAUSE
Press repeatedly to view the last 10
numbers dialed (page 59).
While entering numbers, press and hold
to insert a dialing pause (page 83).
/HANDSET LOCATOR
Press the button to page
all system handsets
(page 63).
Press and hold to begin
handset deregistration
(page 130).
PTT
Press to display the PTT menu to begin a
PTT call.
Press and hold to begin a one-to-group
broadcast when the handset is not in use.
1
While reviewing a caller ID history entry,
press repeatedly to add or remove
1in front of the telephone number
before dialing or saving it in a directory
(page 101).
Press and hold to set (page 14) or to dial
your voicemail number (page 28).
QUIET #(pound key)
Press repeatedly to display other
dialing options when reviewing a
caller ID log entry (page 39).
Press and hold to enter the
QUIET mode setting screen, or to
deactivate QUIET mode (page 18).

2
Getting started
Quick reference guide - telephone base
FLASH
During a call, press to answer an
incoming call when you receive a
call waiting alert (page 33).
CELL 2
Press to transfer a call from the
telephone base to a connected
Bluetooth headset (page 33).
Press to use a connected Bluetooth
headset (page 33).
Press to end a call while you
are using the Bluetooth headset
(page 33).
CELL 1
Press to make or answer a cell
call (page 34).
During a cell call, press to answer
an incoming call when you hear a
call waiting alert (page 35).
Flashes quickly when there is an
incoming cell call.
Flashes slowly when a cell call is
on hold.
HOME (Speakerphone)
Press to make or answer a
home call (page 32).
Flashes quickly when there is an
incoming home call.
Flashes slowly when a home
call is on hold.
MUTE
During a call, press to mute the
microphone (page 40).
While the telephone base is
ringing, press to silence the
ringer temporarily (page 39).
CANCEL
While in a menu, press to exit without
making changes or press and hold to
return to idle mode.
Press and hold while the telephone
is not in use to erase the displayed
messages (XX Missed calls and
Download fail, page 25 and page 27).
CELL 1/CELL 2 lights
On when the telephone base
is paired and connected with
a Bluetooth device.
Flash alternately while
pairing a Bluetooth device.
CID
Press to scroll down while in
a menu.
Press to review the caller ID
log when the telephone is
not in use (page 78).
While entering names or
numbers, press to move the
cursor to the left.
DIR
Press to scroll up while in a
menu.
Press to show directory entries
when the telephone is not in use
(page 68).
While entering names or
numbers, press to move the
cursor to the right.
Softkeys (2)
Press to select the menu item
displayed above the key.

3
Getting started
Quick reference guide - telephone base and handset
PUSH TO TALK
Press to display the PTT menu to begin a PTT
call (page 52).
Press and hold to begin a one-to-group
broadcast when the handset is not in
use. (page 55)
/SKIP
During message playback, press
to skip to the next message
(page 95).
DELETE/X
Press to delete the message currently playing
(page 95).
When the phone is not in use, press twice
to delete all previously reviewed messages
(page 97).
While entering names or numbers, press to
delete a digit or a character.
While reviewing the redial list, directory or
caller ID history, press to delete an individual
entry (pages 50, 73 and 82).
While predialing, press to delete a
digits (page 32).
/REPEAT
Press to repeat a message or press
twice to play the previous message
(page 95).
/ANS ON
Press to turn the answering system
on or off (page 84).
/PLAY/STOP
Press to play messages (page 95).
Press to stop message playback
(page 95).

4
Getting started
Quick reference guide - handset
CHARGE light
On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger.
Softkeys (2)
Press to select the menu item displayed above the key.
While in a menu, press to select an item or save an entry or setting.
CELL 1/ CELL 2
Press to make or answer a cell call (page 34).
During a cell call, press to answer an incoming call when you hear
a call waiting alert (page 35).
Flashes quickly when there is an incoming cell call.
Flashes slowly when a cell call is on hold.
HOME/FLASH
Press to make or answer a home call (page 32).
During a home call, press to answer an incoming call when you
hear a call waiting
alert (page 33).
Flashes quickly when there is an incoming
home call or when the answering system is recording a call.
Flashes slowly when a home call is on hold.
1
While reviewing a caller ID history entry, press repeatedly to add or
remove 1in front of the telephone number before dialing or saving
it in a directory (page 79).
Press and hold to set (page 9) or to dial your voicemail number
(page 28).
TONE
Press to switch to tone dialing temporarily during a call if you have
pulse service (page 43).
While entering names in the directory, press to toggle between
upper and lower case of the letters (page 80).
/SPEAKER
Press to make or answer a home or cell call using the
speakerphone.
Press to turn on the handset speakerphone.
Press again to resume normal handset use (page 39).
REDIAL/PAUSE
Press repeatedly to view the last 10 numbers dialed (page 44).
While entering numbers, press and hold to insert a dialing pause
(page 63).

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Getting started
Quick reference guide - handset
DIR /VOLUME
Press to scroll up while in menus.
During a call or message playback, press to increase the listening
volume (page 39 and page 96).
Press to show directory entries when the telephone is not in use
(page 68).
While entering names or numbers in the directory, press to move
the cursor to the left (page 63).
CID /VOLUME
Press to scroll down while in menus.
During a call or message playback, press to decrease the listening
volume (page 39 and page 96).
Press to show the caller ID history when the telephone is not in
use (page 77).
While entering names or numbers in the directory, press to move
the cursor to the right (page 63).
OFF/CANCEL
While using menus, press to cancel an operation, back up to the
previous menu, or exit the menu display.
Press and hold to return to idle mode.
During a call, press to hang up (page 32).
Press and hold while the telephone is not in use to erase all the
Missed calls (page 25) or Download fail messages (page 27).
While the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer temporarily
(page 39).
QUIET # (pound key)
Press repeatedly to display other dialing options when reviewing a
caller ID history entry (page 79).
Press and hold to enter the QUIET mode setting screen, or to
deactivate QUIET mode (page 11).
Press to toggle the name order when saving a caller ID log entry
into directory (page 80).
MUTE/DELETE
During a call, press to mute the microphone (page 40).
While predialing, press to delete digits (page 32).
While reviewing the redial list, directory or
caller ID history, press to delete an individual entry (pages 50, 73
and 82).
While entering or editing a directory entry, press to erase a digit
or character.
While the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer
temporarily (page 39).
During message or announcement playback, press to delete a
message or announcement (page 96 or page 87).

6
Getting started
Installation
Install the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not
controlled by a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface
or vertically mounted on the wall (page 10). For optimum range and better
reception, place the telephone base in a central and open location.
You may hear interference if your cellular phone is too close to the telephone
base during a CELLULAR call. Make sure that your Bluetooth enabled cellular
phone is within 15 feet of the telephone base in order to maintain a clear and
consistent connection between your Bluetooth cell phone, telephone base and
cell tower.
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (digital subscriber line -
DSL) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the
telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack (page 7). The filter prevents
noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your
DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the handset or
telephone base display - remove it before use.
For customer service or product information, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone]. In Canada, dial
1 [phone].
Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
Communication devices such as television sets, VCRs, 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 washing machine or
work bench.
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You must install and charge
the handset battery before
using the handset.
See pages 7-8 for easy
instructions.

7
Getting started
Telephone base installation
Install the telephone base and charger as shown below.
The telephone base is ready for tabletop use. If you want to change to wall
mounting, see Installation options on page 9 for details.
Telephone base installation
Charger installation
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Use only the power adapter(s) provided with this
product. To obtain a replacement, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com or call
1 [phone]. In Canada, dial
1 [phone]. For more detailed instructions,
refer to the online Complete user’s manual at
www.telephones.att.com/manuals.
The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented
in a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not
designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a
ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
1.
2.
Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not
controlled by a wall switch.
Plug one end of the
telephone line cord into a
telephone jack or a DSL filter.
Plug the small end of the
telephone base power adapter
into the power adapter jack on
the back of the telephone base.
Plug the large end
of the telephone
base power adapter
into a power outlet
not controlled by a
wall switch.
Route the power adapter
cord through this slot.
Plug the other end of the
telephone line cord into the
telephone jack on the back
of the telephone base.
If you have DSL high-speed Internet
service, a DSL filter (not included)
is required.
The DSL filter must be plugged into
the telephone wall jack.
Raise the antenna.
Telephone line cord
Route the telephone line
cord through this slot.

8
Getting started
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or
replacement battery (model BT166342). To order, visit
our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 [phone]. In Canada, dial
1 [phone]. For more detailed instructions,
refer to the online Complete user’s manual at
www.telephones.att.com/manuals.
If you do not use the handset for a long time, disconnect
and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage.
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Step 3
Charge the handset by placing it face forward in the
telephone base or charger. The CHARGE light on the
top of the handset is on during charging.
CHARGE light
Battery installation and charging
Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status
(see table below). For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone
base or charger when not in use. The battery is fully charged after 11 hours
of continuous charging. See the table in the Technical specifications section
on page 122 for battery operating times.
Battery indicators Battery status Action
The screen is blank or
shows Place in charger
and flashes.
The battery has no or
very little charge. The
handset cannot be used.
Charge without interruption (at least 30
minutes).
The screen shows
Low battery and
flashes.
Battery has enough
charge to be used for a
short time.
Charge without interruption (at least 30
minutes).
The screen shows
HANDSET X.
Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged, place it in the
telephone base or charger when not in use.
Step 1
Plug the battery connector
securely into the socket
inside the handset battery
compartment, matching the
color-coded label. Insert the
supplied battery with the
label THIS SIDE UP facing
up as indicated.
Step 2
Align the cover flat
against the battery
compartment, then slide
it upwards until it clicks
into place.
THIS SIDE UP / CE CÔTÉ VERS LE HAUT
Battery Pack / Bloc-piles : BT183342/BT283342 (2.4V 400mAh Ni-MH) WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT: DO NOT BURN OR PUNCTURE BATTERIES. NE PAS INCINÉRER OU PERCER LES PILES. Made in China / Fabriqué en chine BY1142
THIS SIDE UP / CE CÔTÉ VERS LE HAUT
Battery Pack / Bloc-piles : BT183342/BT283342 (2.4V 400mAh Ni-MH) WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT: DO NOT BURN OR PUNCTURE BATTERIES. NE PAS INCINÉRER OU PERCER LES PILES. Made in China / Fabriqué en chine BY1142

9
Getting started
Installation options
Your telephone base is ready for tabletop use. If you want to mount your
telephone on a wall, follow the steps below to connect the telephone base
with a standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. You may need a
professional to install the wall mounting plate.
Tabletop to wall mount installation
Unplug the power adapter from the power outlet. Unplug the telephone
line cord from the wall jack (or DSL filter).
Press down on the tabs of the wall mount bracket as indicated to release
it from tabletop orientation.
Rotate the wall mount bracket down and push it into the telephone base
until it clicks into place.
Plug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) into the wall jack. Plug the
power adapter into a power outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
Align the slots on the back of the telephone base with the studs of
the wall mounting plate.
Slide the telephone base down until it locks securely. Bundle the telephone
line cord and power adapter cord neatly with twist ties.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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5

10
Getting started
Installation options
Wall mount to tabletop installation
To change the telephone base from the wall mount position to tabletop
position, follow the steps below.
If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie
them first.
Push the telephone base up to remove it from wall. Unplug the telephone
line cord (or DSL filter) from the wall. Unplug the power adapter from the
power outlet.
Gently pull upward to release the wall mount bracket. Rotate the wall mount
bracket up to tabletop position and push it into the telephone base until it
clicks into place.
See Telephone base installation on page 7.
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2.
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4.

11
Bluetooth
Introducing Bluetooth
Your new AT&T TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/TL96323 telephone system
with Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features:
Pair up to 4 Bluetooth enabled devices (cell phones or headsets) with the
telephone base.
Connect a maximum of 2 cell phones to make and receive cell calls. Both
cell phones can be active on a call at a time respectively.
Connect a Bluetooth enabled headset for making and receiving home calls.
Conference any combination of cell and home call.
Make and receive calls using your cell phone service with your telephone
base or system handsets.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After plugging in the telephone base, wait at least 20 seconds before
connecting a Bluetooth device. The screen shows Bluetooth system busy
if you try to connect too soon.
Refer to the user's manual of your Bluetooth enabled cell phone or headset
for more information about how that device uses Bluetooth connectivity.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (up to 30 feet)
from the telephone base. Keep connected cell phones and headsets within
this range.
If your cell phone has poor reception in your home, the TL96273/
TL96373/TL96473/TL96323 cannot improve the reception. However,
if there is a location in your house with better reception, you can leave
your cell phone at that location while you use the TL96273/TL96373/
TL96473/TL96323 cell line. For optimal performance, the cell phone must
be within 15 feet of the telephone base.
If you experience poor sound quality, it may be caused by the distance
between your cell phone and the telephone base. To improve the
performance, place your cell phone closer to the telephone base (within
15 feet) and make sure that there are no physical obstacles such as large
furniture or thick wall in between.
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DECT 6.0 Cellular
signal
15 feet

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Bluetooth
Introducing Bluetooth
Charge your cell phone while it is connected to the telephone base. Your
cell phone's battery discharges faster while it is connected to the telephone
base via Bluetooth wireless technology.
Monitor your cell phone's usage because minutes may be deducted from
your cellular plan for the duration of all cell calls, depending on the terms of
your plan.
Refer to the Bluetooth setup section (pages 14-20) to learn how to set up
your Bluetooth device. Refer to the Telephone operation section
(pages 32-45) on how to operate your Bluetooth devices with your new AT&T
TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/TL96323 telephone system with Bluetooth
wireless technology. Refer to the Troubleshooting section (pages 102-114) if
you experience difficulty when using the telephone system.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Advanced American Telephones and its parent, VTech Holdings Limited, is under license. VTech Holdings Limited is
a member of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
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Bluetooth
Glossary of terms
Below are some terms used in this user’s manual to help you become familiar
with using your Bluetooth devices and your new AT&T telephone system.
Active devices - the Device list has two active slots for two cell phones, or
one cell phone and one headset. When a device in the list is active it will have
a D1: or D2: in front of the device name. In order to use a Bluetooth device on
a call, it must be in an active slot and be connected.
Bluetooth cell phone - refers to a mobile Bluetooth enabled cellular telephone.
CELLULAR line - the telephone line associated with your cell phone service.
On your TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/TL96323, press CELLULAR on the
handset or CELLULAR on the base to use the cell line.
Connected - when you pair a Bluetooth device to the TL96273/TL96373/
TL96473/TL96323 it is placed in an active slot and automatically connected.
When a device is connected, a 1and/or 2will display after on the handset
screen and the CELL 1 and/or CELL 2 light on the telephone base will be on.
If a device loses its connection to the telephone base, it must be reconnected
before you can use the device with the TL96271.
Device list - The list of devices connected to the telephone.
Disconnected - when a device is disconnected, 1and/or 2displays after on
the handset screen and the CELL 1 and/or CELL 2 light on the telephone base
is off.
Discoverable mode - before a Bluetooth enabled device can be paired, it must
be set to this mode. When pairing your cell phone, the telephone base is set to
this mode. Depending on the cell phone manufacturer, this mode is sometimes
referred to as Find Me or Visibility.
Paired devices - The Bluetooth enabled devices (cell phones or headsets) that
have shared registration information with the telephone base. A total of four
Bluetooth enabled devices can be paired to the telephone base. However, only
two paired devices can communicate with the base at a time.
Pairing - sometimes referred to as bonding. The process of sharing
registration information between two Bluetooth enabled devices. Your
Bluetooth enabled cell phone or headset must first be paired to the telephone
base in order to use it with this telephone system.
PIN - by default, the PIN is 0000 for the telephone base and for most
Bluetooth devices. PIN information may be exchanged between Bluetooth
devices before they can be used. This is also known as a Passkey
or Passcode.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth setup
To use a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone with your telephone, you must first
pair and connect your Bluetooth cellular phone with the telephone base. TheThe
TL96273/TL96373/TL96473/TL96323 can then be used to make or answer
calls on the cell phone line.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (up to 30 feet).
When you pair a Bluetooth cell phone or Bluetooth headset to the
telephone base, keep the device within 15 feet of the telephone base for
optimal performance.
Add a cell phone
Before you begin, make sure that you have cellular coverage and your
Bluetooth enabled cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device.
Refer to your cell phone user's manual to learn how to search for or add new
Bluetooth devices.
To pair and connect a cell phone:
Press MENU on the telephone base in idle mode to enter the main menu.
Press CID or DIR to highlight Bluetooth, then press SELECT .
Press SELECT to choose Add device.
Press CID or DIR to highlight Add cellular, then press SELECT. The
screen displays Please wait... followed by 1. If cell is connected to BT
device, please disconnect it.
If there are already 4 paired devices on the device list, the 4th device
on the device list will be automatically removed, regardless of whether
the new device pairing is successful or not.
If there are already 2 active devices on the device list with prefix D1:
or D2:, the telephone base shows Only 2 devices can be ready for
connection. You are prompted to deactivate an active device.
Press NEXT .The screen displays 2. Place cell phone next to base.
All devices that are connected to the telephone base
are disconnected until the pairing process is completed.
Press NEXT to turn on the telephone base discoverable mode. The screen
displays Set cell to search base: AT&T DECT 6.0 discoverable PIN: 0000.
Promptly turn on the Bluetooth feature of your cell phone and search for
or add new devices.
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