Bang & Olufsen BeoCom 6000 User manual

BeoCom 6000
Guide

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Before you start…
This Guide contains instructions in how to use the BeoCom 6000
handset with either a BeoLine ISDN, a BeoLine PSTN or a
BeoCom 6000 base.
ISDN or PSTN?
ISDN and PSTN are two different telephone line networks. PSTN (Public
Switched Telephone Network) is the most comon network. ISDN
(Integrated Services Digital Network) is a network which, for example,
allows you to send and receive data digitally over the telephone line from
an Internet service provider during a telephone call on the same line.
BeoCom 6000 is compatible with both PSTN and ISDN.
How to use this Guide
Use this Key to identify what a button or status display looks like in an
instruction sequence.
Keys on the handset:
The wheel
The key in the middle of the wheel
The phone key, which starts or ends a call
The digit keys
The standby key, which gives access to additional
functions
The handset display:
OK
0 –9
00:SET CLOCK?
00:00 1.JAN

4Contents
Get started with BeoCom 6000, 6
Find out how to register BeoCom 6000 to a base, name the
handset, set the time and date, charge the handset battery,
interpret the indicator lights on the handset and base, use the
handset keys and navigate using the menu system and the handset
display. The chapter also contains information about maintenance
of BeoCom 6000 and accessories available from your Bang &
Olufsen retailer.
Daily use, 18
Find out how to make and answer calls, adjust the handset volume,
make calls from the Phonebook, Caller ID and Redial lists, store a
number in the Phonebook after a call, lock the handset keypad,
and use Call Waiting.
Advanced operations, 25
Find out how to enter, edit and delete names and numbers in the
Phonebook, store numbers from the Redial and Caller ID lists, call
and store extension numbers, and adjust the volume level of some
Bang & Olufsen audio or video products.
System use with several handsets, 32
Find out how to make a handset personal or common, call another
handset, forward external calls and make a three-party call.
If you have a BeoLine ISDN base…, 37
Find out about ISDN services and functions specific to the
BeoLine ISDN base: Multiple Subscriber Numbers (MSN), Call
Forwarding (CFU), Withheld Number (CLIR and COLR), Call Waiting,
Terminal Portability (TP) and Three-party call.

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Preference settings, 48
Find out how to register a handset to a base manually, choose a
base, change the PIN code for the base, and cancel the registration
of a handset to a base. The chapter also includes an overview of
the Handset/Base, Ringer and Setup menus.
For your information…, 54
This chapter contains technical data for the BeoCom 6000, an
overview of display messages, a troubleshooting section, special
information about your BeoCom 6000 and a description of the
conditions under which the product guarantee applies.
Index, 61
Find the specific subject you want to know more about.

6Get started with BeoCom 6000
First-time registration of the handset to a base
In order for the base and the handset to communicate, the handset
must be registered to the base. Up to 6 handsets can be registered
to one base, and each handset can be registered to up to 4 bases.
To register a handset, follow the procedure corresponding to the
type of base you have:
If you have a BeoCom 6000 base…
Press and hold the button on the base for two
seconds. The indicator light flashes red, and the
base is ready for registration for five minutes
Press to switch on the handset
Press to be able to register the handset.
REGISTER BASE? is shown in the display
Press to continue. The handset searches for an
open base
When a base is located, the PARK number
identifying the base is shown. Check the number
against the number on the bottom of the base
If the numbers do not match, turn the wheel to
view the available bases. If the desired base is
not shown, open the base for registration once
more and repeat the procedure. Otherwise…
Press to register the handset to the base
If the base prompts you for a PIN code, enter the
PIN code and press OK. The display tells you
when registration is complete
REGISTER BASE?
OK
BASE 01/01
36-000077123456
OK
0 –9
OK
The BeoCom 6000 base. The PARK
number identifying the base is
visible on the bottom. Check this
number against the number in the
handset display.
Base indicator light
Button

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If you have a BeoLine PSTN base…
> Ensure that the base and the charger are connected to the mains.
> Press and hold the button on the back of the base for at least four
seconds. The base is now open for registration for five minutes.
> If you are registering your first handset to this base, place the handset
in the charger. Registration occurs automatically, and you can then
name the handset, as described on page 9.
If you have previously registered handsets to this base…
Press to switch on the handset
Press to be able to register the handset.
REGISTER BASE? is shown in the display
Press to continue. The handset searches for an
open base
When a base is located, the PARK number
identifying the base is shown. Check the number
against the number on the back of the base
If the numbers do not match, turn the wheel to
view the available bases. If the desired base is
not shown, open the base for registration once
more and repeat the procedure. Otherwise…
Press to register the handset to the base
If the base prompts you for a PIN code, enter the
PIN code and press OK. The display tells you
when registration is complete
REGISTER BASE?
OK
BASE 01/01
36-000077123456
OK
0 –9
OK
The BeoLine PSTN base. The PARK
number identifying the base is
visible on the back. Check this
number against the number in the
handset display.
If you have registered a handset to
more than one base, you must
select which base you want to use.
Refer to page 48 for further
information.
You can not edit in common
Phonebook, Caller ID or Redial lists
if you register a common handset
to more than one base. Set your
handset to ‘personal’ if you intend
to register it to more than one
base. Refer to page 34 for further
information.
Button

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If you have a BeoLine ISDN base…
> If you are registering your first handset to this base, ensure that the
base and the charger are connected to the mains.
> Place your handset in the charger. Registration occurs automatically,
and you can then name the handset, as described on page 9.
If you have previously registered handsets to this base…
Disconnect the base from the mains for two
seconds and then reconnect it. The indicator
light flashes, and the base is open for registration
for five minutes
Press to switch on the handset
Press to be able to register the handset.
REGISTER BASE? is shown in the display
Press to continue. The handset searches for an
open base
When a base is located, the PARK number
identifying the base is shown. Check the number
against the number on the base
If the numbers do not match, turn the wheel to
view the available bases. If the desired base is
not shown, open the base for registration once
more and repeat the procedure. Otherwise…
Press to register the handset to the base
If the base prompts you for a PIN code, enter the
PIN code and press OK. The display tells you
when registration is complete
REGISTER BASE?
OK
BASE 01/01
36-000077123456
OK
0 –9
OK
The BeoLine ISDN base. The PARK
number identifying the base is
visible on the back. Check this
number against the number in the
handset display.
If you have registered a handset to
more than one base, you must
select which base you want to use.
Refer to page 48 for further
information.
You can not edit in common
Phonebook, Caller ID or Redial lists
if you register a common handset
to more than one base. Set your
handset to ‘personal’ if you want
to be able to register it to more
than one base. Refer to page 34
for further information
Indicator light
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Name the handset
When registration is complete, the display prompts you to name
the handset and set the clock. You can enter these settings at a
later date, if you wish.
You can name the handset after the room in which it is placed, or after
the person using it. If you do not wish to name the handset, press C.
You can then set the clock, as described on the following page.
ENTER NAME is shown
Press to be able to enter a name
Turn the wheel to select characters
Press to store the selected character
Finish ‘typing’ the name…
Turn the wheel to move the cursor under the
symbol. STORE NAME? appears in the display
Press to store the name
ENTER NAME
OK
<&-./ ABCDEFGH>
ENTER NAME:_
OK
STORE NAME
OK
LIVING ROOM
STORED
The naming function is also
accessible via the HANDSET/BASE
menu, and the clock function is
accessible via the SETUP menu.
Please refer to pages 52–53 for
further information.

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Set the time and date
After you name the handset, the display prompts you to set the
time and date. The time is shown when the phone is not in use and
when there is no new information in the display. Time and date are
also shown with Caller ID and Redial information.
SET CLOCK? is shown
Press to be able to set the clock
Turn the wheel to set the hour
Press to store and move to the next space
Complete the setting of the clock…
Press to store the time and date
Turn the wheel to set the year and press OK to
store the year
Charging the handset battery
When the handset is placed in the charger, the battery is charged if
necessary. For safety reasons, the battery is not charged when
packed, so you must charge the battery for at least 20 minutes
before using the phone.
About charging…
– The charger must be connected to the mains.
– It takes four hours to fully charge the battery.
– Talk-time per charge is approximately eight hours.
– Standby time per charge is approximately 80 hours.
SET CLOCK?
00:00 1.JAN
OK
OK
OK
OK
Some telephone companies provide
a service that sets the clock
automatically the first time you
make and complete a call. The
service also ensures that the clock
is always updated. If your
telephone company does not offer
this service, you can set the clock
as described on pages 52–53.
The handset controls battery
charging, so you can always place
the handset in the charger after
use, even if the battery does not
need recharging. Leaving the
handset in the charger does not
reduce the lifetime of the battery.
The handset display and a beep
signal will inform you when the
batteries require charging. Please
refer to page 17 for further
information.
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Phone feedback – indicator lights
Indicator light on the BeoCom 6000 base
The two-colour indicator light on the base lights up in:
Green… The base is on and the handset is placed correctly for charging.
Red… Charging impossible. Place the handset correctly in the charger.
Red flashes… The base is open for registration of handsets.
Indicator light on the BeoLine ISDN base
The light is located at the back and lights up in:
Red… The base works normally.
Slow flashes… The base is ready for registration of handsets.
Quick flashes… The connection is faulty.
Indicator light on the handset
The indicator light flashes red when…
– The phone rings
– Unanswered Caller IDs are registered
– No line is available
– The base is not connected to the power supply and the signal between
the handset and the base is lost
– The handset is out of range of the base
Find out why the handset indicator light is flashing…
Press to open the display
Turn the wheel to see the relevant causes one by
one
OK
You can turn off the handset
indicator light, or alert signal. Refer
to pages 52–53 for further
information.
Indicator light
Indicator light
Indicator
light

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The BeoCom 6000 handset
The handset is automatically switched on when placed in the
charger. If you switch off the handset, you cannot make a call and
the handset does not signal incoming calls.
Switch off the handset…
Press and hold for 4 seconds to switch off the
handset, or…
press then MENU
Turn the wheel to select POWER OFF and press
OK (middle of wheel) to switch off the handset
Switch on the handset…
Press to switch on the handset, or place the
handset in the charger
Display overview
Depending on the state of the handset, different messages can appear
when you press OK. Turn the wheel to view them.
The battery requires recharging.
The signal between handset and base is lost, or
there is no power to the base.
No line is available, or the plug-in unit is not
connected to the socket.
There are 5 new Caller ID calls.
There are 117 free entries in the Phonebook.
The handset has a personal Phonebook, Redial
list and Caller ID list, all stored and updated by
the handset instead of the base.
MENU
OK
BATTERY FLAT
NO SIGNAL
LINE BUSY
5 CALLER ID
117 FREE
ENTRIES
PERSONAL
HANDSET
1
A
V
C
23
6
98
0
7
5
4
CALLER ID REDIAL PHONEBOOK
MENU PAUSE
R
SET CLOCK
08:23 26. OCT
SET CLOCK
08:23 26. OCT
The display is illuminated when the
handset is in use.

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Navigate in the menu system
Press and then MENU to access the main
menu
Turn the wheel to select the menu item and
press OK to access it
When you have selected a menu item, turn the
wheel to find the options for each item, and
press OK to store the setting
Main menu options and their functions
Enter a new name and number in the
Phonebook. Refer to page 25.
Edit a name or number in the Phonebook. Refer
to page 26.
Delete name or number in the Redial list,
Caller ID list or Phonebook. Refer to pages 22,
23 and 27.
Lock the handset keypad. Refer to page 19.
Switch off the handset. Refer to page 12.
Preset the ringing signal. Refer to pages 52–53.
Settings for handset and base. Refer to pages
52–53.
Special settings. Refer to pages 52–53.
MENU
OK
OK
MENU 1
STORE ENTRY
MENU 2
EDIT ENTRY
MENU 3
DELETE ENTRY
MENU 4
KEYPAD LOCK
MENU 5
POWER OFF
MENU 6
RINGER MENU
MENU 7
HANDSET/BASE
MENU
SETUP MENU
Alternatively, if you know the
number of the desired menu, you
can select this menu directly from
the main menu by pressing its
number (1–7). For the SETUP
menu, press instead of a
number.

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Handset keys
CALLER ID
Access the Caller ID list
REDIAL
Access the Redial list
PHONEBOOK
Access the Phonebook. Also used
for storing names and numbers in
the Phonebook
Turn the wheel to search in
Phonebook, Redial, Caller ID and
the phone’s menu system. During a
call, turn the wheel to adjust the
volume
OK (wheel middle)
Accept and store entries or choices
in the display
C
Deletes the most recent entry.
Press and hold to exit a function
Starts and ends a call
A
Adjusts the volume of Bang &
Olufsen audio systems
V
Adjusts the volume of Bang &
Olufsen video systems
Access key to the functions
illustrated above the keys. Also
used to switch the handset on or
off, as well as to lock or unlock the
keypad
0 –9
Digit keys for entering telephone
numbers and selecting menus
Used in telephone numbers, for
Call Forwarding and other
automated services
1
A
V
C
23
6
98
0
7
5
4
CALLER ID REDIAL PHONEBOOK
MENU PAUSE
R
SET CLOCK
08:23 26. OCT
SET CLOCK
08:23 26. OCT

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Additional two-key functions
BeoCom 6000 contains additional
functions, identified by words or
symbols printed above the keys. To
gain access to a function, press the
key, followed by the key located
below the symbol for the desired
function:
(above 1-6)
Call another handset in the house,
1–6 are available
MENU (above 7)
Select the menu system
(above )
Connects and disconnects the
microphone
PAUSE (above 9)
Pause key, used for storing pauses
in a telephone number with an
extension
R (above )
Used in conjunction with Call
Forwarding systems and other
automated services
Gives access to internal Phonebook
with internal handsets
Calls all internal handsets

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Placement and surroundings
The phone must not be placed in damp, dusty or polluted
surroundings and should not be exposed to direct sunlight or
liquids. Avoid the handset charging contacts touching metal or
greasy parts.
Cleaning
Clean your BeoCom 6000 with a soft, damp cloth with a few drops
of mild detergent added. Clean the charging contacts of charger
and handset carefully with a cotton bud and spirit.
Attaching the clip
With the clip you can attach the handset to your pocket. Attach the
clip on the back of the handset:
Attach the clip…
> Slide the two flaps down along the two grooves on the sides of the
handset.
> When the clip is positioned correctly, approx. 4.5 cm from the top of
the handset, it will click into place. Make sure the clip is firmly attached
on both sides of the handset.
Remove the clip:
> Pull the left flap (B) out to the left with a flat object.
> When the left flap is clear of the groove, pull the clip back – be careful
not to scratch the handset with the clip.
The following accessories are
available from your Bang & Olufsen
retailer: Extra handset, Clip, Table
charger, Wall charger.
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CLICK CLICK
1
2
B

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Battery status
The battery indicator in the display shows the capacity or talk time
left in the handset. 6 symbols are available for the battery
indicator:
You can display the battery charging status in the handset at any time by
pressing OK. If the batteries require charging, this appears automatically
in the display and the handset warns you with an audible signal.
Replacing the battery
Removing the battery…
> Remove the battery cover; press the cover lightly and slide it off.
> Remove the battery and pull out the battery plug.
Inserting batteries…
> Insert the battery plug (A) and place the battery and the cords as
shown.
> Replace the battery cover, make sure that the tabs and the slots snap
into place correctly at the top and bottom of the cover.
If the battery in the handset is replaced with a new battery, please follow
the instructions accompanying the new battery.
100% charged
80% charged
60% charged
40% charged
20% charged
0% charged
CALLER ID REDIAL PHONEBOOK
117 FREE ENTRIES117 FREE ENTRIES
A

18 Daily use
Make and answer calls
The button on the BeoCom 6000 is used to start and end a call.
During the call, the phone displays the duration of the call and the
number or name of the person called. If you do not wish to answer
a call, you can mute the ringing signal.
Make and end calls…
Enter the telephone number
If you make a mistake, turn the wheel to move
the cursor to the digit in question and press C to
delete it. Otherwise…
Press to make the call. The call time is shown,
and if the name is stored in the Phonebook, this
is shown as well
Press to end the call, or place the handset in the
charger
Answer a call…
Press, wait for a beep and then answer the call
Press to end a call or place the handset in the
charger
Mute a handset’s ringing…
Press to mute the ringing signal. The indicator
light on the handset flashes until the caller hangs
up the phone
0 –9
C
To get a dial tone before entering
the number, press .
You can also make a call directly
from the Phonebook. Refer to page
21 for further information.
You can also set the phone to auto
off hook, which means that you
simply lift the handset from the
charger to answer a call. Refer to
page 52–53 for further
information.

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Lock the handset keypad
You can lock the handset keypad to avoid inadvertent key
activation when, for example, you carry the handset in a pocket.
If you lock the handset keypad, you can still answer calls, but you
have to unlock the keypad to make a call.
Lock the handset keypad…
Press and hold for 2 seconds to lock the keypad.
The handset beeps when locked
Unlock the keypad…
Press to unlock. The handset beeps again
Press to confirm
Volume and the microphone
During a call, you can adjust the volume level using the wheel.
You can also switch off the microphone if you do not wish the
person on the phone to overhear a conversation you are having
with a person in the room.
Turn the handset volume up or down…
Turn the wheel to adjust the handset volume
Turn the microphone on or off…
Press then to turn off the microphone.
While the microphone is off, the handset beeps
Press then to turn on the microphone
again
OK
Alternatively, you can lock the
handset by from the SETUP menu.
Refer to pages 52–53 for further
information.
When you adjust the volume, you
will hear a beep from the handset
when the maximum volume level is
reached. A selected volume setting
– with the exception of maximum
volume – applies to all subsequent
calls until the next time you adjust
the volume.

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Store a number after a call
After a call, you will be asked whether you want to store the
number in the Phonebook, if it is not already there. You can also
enter a name with the number.
After a call…
The display shows the call duration and prompts
you to store the number
Press OK to store the number and enter a name
Turn the wheel to select the letters for the name
Press OK to store the selected letter
Finish ‘typing’ the name
To include digits in an entry, press the number
keys
Press to store the name and number, or…
…turn the wheel to move the cursor under the
symbol. STORE NAME? appears
Press OK to store the name and number
CALL TIME 00:29
STORE ENTRY?
OK
<&-./ ABCDEFGH>
ENTER NAME:_
OK
0 –9
PHONEBOOK
STORE NAME?
OK
You can make Phonebook entries
easier to find:
MARY & ROBERT
B&O MICHAEL
L_JANE
– When entering couples’ names,
put first names in alphabetical
order;
– When entering names of
colleagues, put the company
name first;
– When entering the names of
childrens’ friends, start with the
child’s first initial.
>> Daily use