BELGACOM Twist 129 User manual

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1 - PRESENTATION OF THE APPLIANCE.................................................................................3
1-1 General characteristics...........................................................................................................3
1-2 Precautions for use.................................................................................................................4
1.3 Usage conditions ....................................................................................................................5
1.4 Contents of the packaging......................................................................................................6
1.5 Installing the telephone ..........................................................................................................7
1.6 Installing the rechargeable batteries.......................................................................................7
1.7 Battery charge: .......................................................................................................................7
1.8 Diagrams and functions..........................................................................................................8
1.9 Screen icons..........................................................................................................................10
1.10 Configuring your Twist 129 telephone ..............................................................................11
2 – TELEPHONE FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................12
2.1 Using the alphanumerical keypad ........................................................................................12
2-2 Dialling a number ................................................................................................................12
a) Dialling a number...........................................................................................................12
b) Pre-dialling a number.....................................................................................................12
2-3 Receiving a call....................................................................................................................13
2-4 Amplified listening ..............................................................................................................13
a) To call: ...........................................................................................................................13
b) To receive: .....................................................................................................................13
c) Switching from amplified listening mode to handset mode...........................................14
d) Switching from handset mode to amplified listening mode ..........................................14
2-5 Setting the regular and amplified listening volume.............................................................14
2-6 Locking and unlocking the keypad......................................................................................14
2-7 Secret function .....................................................................................................................15
2-8 Deactivating/reactivating a handset’s ring:..........................................................................15
a) To deactivate (disconnect) a handset’s ring ...................................................................15
b) To reactivate a handset’s ring ........................................................................................16
2-9 The R (Flash) key.................................................................................................................16
2-10 Handset search (paging).....................................................................................................16
2-11 Call duration.......................................................................................................................16
3 – ALPHANUMERICAL PHONEBOOK...................................................................................17
3-1 Saving a contact (name and number) in the phonebook ..................................................17
3-2 Consulting the phonebook ...................................................................................................17
a) Using the menu ..................................................................................................................17
b) Direct access ......................................................................................................................18
3-3 Modifying a contact.............................................................................................................18
3-4 Erasing a contact..................................................................................................................19
3-5 Erasing the phonebook completely......................................................................................19
4 – REDIAL LIST..........................................................................................................................19
4-1 Consulting the redial list......................................................................................................19
4-2 Saving a number from the redial list to the phonebook.......................................................20
4-3 Erasing a number (or name) from the redial list..................................................................20
4-4 Erasing the full redial list.....................................................................................................21
5 – BASE SETTINGS....................................................................................................................22
5-1 De-registering a handset ......................................................................................................22
5-2 Dialling selection .................................................................................................................22

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5-3 Modifying the R (flash) key time.........................................................................................23
5-4 Changing the PIN code (confidential personal code) ..........................................................24
6- HANDSET SETTINGS.............................................................................................................25
6-1 Setting the alarm ..................................................................................................................25
6-2 Choosing a ring on the handset............................................................................................25
a) Choosing a ringtone for an internal call.............................................................................26
a) Choosing a ringtone for an external call............................................................................26
c) Ring volume on a handset..................................................................................................27
1) Using the menu ..............................................................................................................27
2) During call reception......................................................................................................27
6-3 Tones....................................................................................................................................27
a) Activating/Deactivating the key beeps...............................................................................27
b) Activating/Deactivating the Low battery alert...................................................................28
c) Activating/Deactivating the Out of range alert..................................................................28
6-4 Handset language.................................................................................................................29
6-5 Renaming a handset.............................................................................................................30
6-6 Display.................................................................................................................................30
6-7 Automatic answer ................................................................................................................31
6-8 Setting the time ....................................................................................................................31
a) Date format.........................................................................................................................31
b) Time format .......................................................................................................................32
c) Setting the time ..................................................................................................................32
d) Setting the date...................................................................................................................33
7 REGISTERING A HANDSET ON A BASE .............................................................................33
8- REINITIALISING THE DEFAULT SETTINGS .....................................................................34
9- INTERPHONE ..........................................................................................................................35
9-1 Internal call ..........................................................................................................................35
a) To another handset.............................................................................................................35
b) To all the other handsets ....................................................................................................36
9-2 Receiving an internal call.....................................................................................................36
9-3 Receiving an external call during an internal call................................................................36
9-4 Transferring an external call to another handset..................................................................37
9-5 Three-way conference call (two internal handsets + one external correspondent)..........37
10- VOICE MAIL (PHONEMAIL)..............................................................................................37
11- CALL LOG..............................................................................................................................38
11-1 Name and number presentation .........................................................................................38
11-2 Consulting the call log.......................................................................................................39
11-3 Dialling a number from the log..........................................................................................39
11-4 Saving the number in the log in the phonebook ................................................................40
11-5 Erasing selected calls.........................................................................................................40
11-6 Erasing all calls..................................................................................................................41
12- IF A PROBLEM OCCURS.....................................................................................................41
13-CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY .......................................................................................43
14- GUARANTEE TERMS...........................................................................................................44

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1 - PRESENTATION OF THE APPLIANCE
1-1 General characteristics
The appliance’s main technical characteristics are:
Telephone
• 3-row LCD screen (1 alphanumerical row + 2 rows of icons)
• GAP compatible.
• Up to 5 handsets may be associated with the same base.
• Range: 50 metres indoors and 300 metres in clear space.
• Autonomy: 100 hours on standby.
10 hours in communication.
• Amplified listening
• 20 contact alphanumerical phonebook (names and numbers)
• Date and time setting.
• Interphone call between 2 handsets.
• 3-way conference call (2 internal + 1 external).
• Call transfer to another handset.
• Redialling of one of the last 5 numbers dialled.
• Choice of 10 ringtones on the handset (5 classic and 5 polyphonic).
• Ringing volume can be adjusted on the handset (5 levels).
• Listening volume can be adjusted on the handset (5 levels).
• Audible alerts (key beeps, low batteries, out of range)
• Keypad locking.
• Call duration display.
• Handset call.
• Secret function.
• Clock or handset name display function on idle.
• Alarm function.
• Voice frequency (default) or decimal dialling.
• Handset name customisation
• 4-digit PIN code customisation to protect access to certain functions

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1-2 Precautions for use
•Read the instructions in this manual carefully.
•Only use the mains adaptor provided.
•Do not install the appliance in a place that is sensitive to dust or likely to be disrupted
by vibration or impact.
•Do not place your appliance next to a magnetic source (television, speakers, etc.) as
this may cause interference.
•Never pour any liquids onto the appliance; this may cause a short circuit.
•Do not place the base near any damp locations.
•Never dismantle the appliance.
•Unplug the telephone connection before you disconnect the electric plug.
•Disconnect any damaged appliances immediately and have them repaired at an
approved after-sales service.
•After you move the appliance begin by reconnecting the electric plug.
•Do not put anything on the electric cable and make sure no-one can walk on it.
•Avoid connecting too many appliances to the same current source.
•Never install the appliance during a storm.
•Never touch bare telephone wires unless they are disconnected.
•Disconnect the appliance before you clean it. Do not use cleaners or aerosols and use
a slightly damp cloth.5
•Do not place the appliance on an unstable elements. The appliance must not be
allowed to fall as this could cause serious damage.
•The appliance will not work if there is no mains power supply or if the mains is
disconnected. You will not be able to make or receive any emergency calls.
This is why we recommend that you also use a standard telephone set.
•Keep this user manual carefully for any future reference.
IMPORTANT :
1) Only use the type of battery provided.

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2) Do not throw the batteries onto a fire or into a bin.
3) Do not open the batteries. The electrolyte they contain is corrosive and may cause
burns to hands, skin and eyes and is toxic if swallowed.
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1.3 Usage conditions
• The appliance cannot be connected to an IT power supply scheme.
• The appliance is powered by an AC/DC mains adaptor, in compliance with standard
EN 60950, connected to a 230 V AC 50 Hz socket.
• As the adaptor acts as a circuit breaker, the power base must be installed near the
appliance and must be easily accessible.
• The connection to the telephone line meets safety level TRT-3.
• The power supply input meets safety level TBTS.
• The electrical safety corresponds to verifications EN 60950.
• The maximum usage temperature is 35°C.
• This appliance uses radio frequency bands for which use is standardised throughout
the whole European Community.
• The conformity marking for the terminal equipment is located under the base.
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Your product has been designed and manufactured with superior quality
materials and components that can be recycled and re-used.
This symbol means that electric and electronic equipment at the end of their
life-cycle must be disposed of separately from household waste.
Consequently, please send this equipment to your local collection/recycling
centre.
The European Union has selective systems for used electric and electronic
products.

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1.4 Contents of the packaging
Open the packaging and check that it contains all of the following elements:
Handset
2 AAA batteries
Mains adaptor Telephone lead
Base
Four-pole plugUser manual

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1.5 Installing the telephone
1 – Select an appropriate location for the base. Make sure that it is not near another
telephone or electrical appliance (computer, television, etc.) to avoid interference.
2 – Connect the mains adaptor plug to the modular socket located behind the base.
3- Connect the mains adaptor to the 230 V AC ,50 Hz socket.
4 – Connect the telephone lead to the modular socket located behind the base and the
other end to your telephone socket in the wall.
1.6 Installing the rechargeable batteries
1 – Open the battery compartment.
2- Insert the 2 rechargeable batteries (AAA NiMH/500
mA type) in the compartment, respecting the polarities.
3 – Close the battery compartment.
1.7 Battery charge:
Before you use the telephone you must charge the batteries for at least 24 hours (the
first time).
- Place the handset on the charge support. You will hear a confirmation signal.
- Leave the batteries to charge without interruption for at least 24 hours.
Remark: When the handset is charging, the icon will be permanently lit. There will
be nothing to indicate that the battery is fully charged in this position.

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Caution: Your handset will not operate at its full capacity if you do not leave it to charge
for 24 hours the first time.
The warranty will not be valid for operating problems caused by an incomplete charge
during the first use.
1.8 Diagrams and functions
Telephone:
* Depending on subscription to Belgacom’s Comfort services.
key
Used to access the menu
Used to confirm a function
During a call, used to access the
log, the redial list and the
phonebook.
key
Used to return to the previous menu (short
press) or return to idel (press and hold).
Used to erase a digit or character (short press)
or delete all of them (press and hold).
Used to make an interphone call.
During a call, used to activate (disconnect the
microphone) or deactivate the secret function.
Used to adjust the ringing volume when a call si
received.
key
Used to open the line or answer a
call.
key
Used to hang up
Used to switch the
handset on or off
key
Used to activate amplified
listening.
key
Used to access the
phonebook
key
Used to access the redial list.
Used to reduce the volume during a call.
Used to browse the.
R (Flash) key
Used to access operator
services *
key
Used to lock/unlock the keypad.
key
Used to activate or
deactivate the ringing
key
Used to access the list of calls
received.
Used to increase the volume
during a call.
Used to browse the menu.

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Base:
key
Used to look for handsets
(paging)
Used to register a handset
on the base.

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1.9 Screen icons
The handset screen lets you see the telephone’s functions
Indicates that a function can be accessed using the navigation keys.
Flashes when the handset is out of range or not associated with the base.
Flashes when an incoming internal call is received and remains lit during the call.
Indicates that a call is in progress.
Indicates that amplified listening is active.
Indicates that the ringing has been disconnected.
Is displayed when the alarm is active.
Indicates that the keypad is locked.
Indicates that a new message has been received on Belgacom’s voicemail
(PhoneMail – number 1230).
Indicates that the batteries are charged.
Indicates that the batteries are flat and you must recharge them.
Indicates that there are functions that can be accessed through the menu
Confirms the selected function
Indicates a missed (unanswered) call that has not been read.
Used to make an internal call by pressing the corresponding key
Used to return to the previous menu (short press) or idle (press and hold)
Used to delete a character or stop the alarm or disconnect the ringing during a
call or return to the previous menu.

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1.10 Configuring your Twist 129 telephone
We suggest you change your telephone’s language (English by default) to enable you to
use it more easily.
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press the key, “CALL LIST” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select “HS SETTING”
•Press the key, “ALARM” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select “LANGUAGE”
•Press
•Use the and keys to select the language you want
•Press to confirm.
•You will hear a beep to let you know that the language has been changed.
•Hold down the key for 2 seconds to return to idle.

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2 – TELEPHONE FUNCTIONS
2.1 Using the alphanumerical keypad
Some functions such as the phonebook require the alphanumerical keypad. The keypad
automatically switches to alphanumerical mode when you enter one of these functions.
To enter a letter, press the corresponding key on the keypad as many times as necessary.
Examples:
-To enter an “A”, press 2 once
-To enter a “B”, press 2 twice
-To enter an “A” followed by a “B” enter “A” then wait for the cursor to move to the next
character then enter a “B”.
-To enter a space press 1 once.
The main characters available are listed in this table:
Keys 1
st
Press 2
nd
Press 3
rd
Press 4
th
Press 5
th
Press
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
0 0
Remark: Special characters are available with the * and # keys.
2-2 Dialling a number
a) Dialling a number
• Press .
• Dial your contact’s number.
• At the end of the call, press .
b) Pre-dialling a number

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• Dial your contact’s number.
• Press .
• Once you have finished the call, press .
2-3 Receiving a call
a) Receiving an external call
• The handset rings (depending on the setting)
• Press if the handset is not placed on the base (If the handset is on the base, see
function 6-7 Automatic answer)
• Once you have finished the call, press .
b) Receiving an internal call
• The handset rings.
• The handset where the call comes from (“CALL FROM 2” for example), and the
icon flash on the screen
• Press .
• Once you have finished the call, press .
2-4 Amplified listening
This function lets you:
• Obtain the tone.
• Dial your contact’s number.
• Listen to and talk to your contact without needing to hold the handset in your hand.
a) To call:
• Press .
• The icon is displayed on the handset screen.
• Dial your contact’s number.
• Speak when your contact picks up the phone.
b) To receive:

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• When the handset rings, press
• The icon is displayed on your telephone’s LCD screen.
• You can talk with your contact.
c) Switching from amplified listening mode to handset mode
• During an amplified listening call, press to disconnect amplified listening mode.
• Pick up the handset to keep talking.
d) Switching from handset mode to amplified listening mode
• During a conversation in handset mode, press to disconnect handset mode and
switch to amplified listening mode.
CAUTION: Prolonged use of amplified listening mode during a conversation causes a
serious drain in the batteries and considerably reduces the appliance's autonomy.
2-5 Setting the regular and amplified listening volume
The volume can be set to 5 different levels (from 1 to 5).
Level 5: the loudest level
Level 1: the lowest level
You must be in conversation to set the regular or amplified listening volume:
•Once you are in conversation , to set the volume level use the (reduce) and
(increase) keys.
Remark: The volume level is maintained between each call. The regular listening
volume stored in the handset is not the same as the amplified listening volume.
Each volume level setting is stored independently.
For example, you can keep level 2 permanently for regular listening and level 5 for
amplified listening.
2-6 Locking and unlocking the keypad
Locking the keypad prevents you from dialling a number by mistake. When the keypad is
locked the Icon is displayed in the top of the screen.

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a) Locking the keypad
• The handset is on idle.
• Hold down the key until the icon is displayed on the screen.
• The keypad is locked.
Remark: You can still answer a call when the keypad is locked.
b) Unlocking the keypad
• When the keypad is locked.
• Hold down the key until the icon disappears from the screen.
• The keypad is unlocked.
2-7 Secret function
During a call, this function lets you talk to a third party without your contact hearing you.
• You are in communication with your contact:
• Press .
• A message is displayed on the screen indicating “MUTED”.
• You can talk to a third person and your contact will not hear anything.
• Press to deactivate this function.
• Your contact hears you again.
• The message disappears from the screen.
Remark: The Secret function can be used in interphone mode.
2-8 Deactivating/reactivating a handset’s ring:
If you want to, you can temporarily deactivate (disconnect) a handset’s ring.
When you receive a call the handset will not ring but the incoming call will be indicated
on the screen.
You can also disconnect the ring when a call is received, to avoid waking a sleeping
child, for example.
a) To deactivate (disconnect) a handset’s ring

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The handset is idle (no tone)
• Hold down the key until the icon is displayed on the screen.
b) To reactivate a handset’s ring
The handset is idle (no tone)
• Hold down the key until the icon disappears from the screen.
2-9 The R (Flash) key
The R key lets you access Belgacom’s Comfort services.
2-10 Handset search (paging)
This function lets you call all the handsets registered on the same base.
This is useful most of all when you don’t know where a particular handset is.
• All the handsets must be in idle position (no tone).
• Briefly press the key on the base.
• All the handsets recorded on the base then emit an audible signal and
“PAGING” flashes on the handset screens.
• To stop this signal, press the key on a handset or press again.
2-11 Call duration
The call duration counter is activated automatically when you open a line or after 15
secs’ conversation when a call is received in hours: minutes: seconds (e.g.: 01:34:45 for
1 hour 34 minutes and 45 seconds)
At the end of the call, the call duration remains displayed on the screen for 5 seconds.

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3 – ALPHANUMERICAL PHONEBOOK
3-1 Saving a contact (name and number) in the
phonebook
You can save up to 20 contacts in the alphanumerical phonebook.
Each contact may contain a 12-character name and a 20-digit number.
Remarks: - A name must be entered.
- If you try to save a contact with a name that already exists, “DOUBLE
ENTRY” will be displayed to tell you to change name.
Follow the instruction below to save a new contact (number and name):
•The handset is idle (no tone).
•Press
•“CALL LIST” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and navigation keys to select “PHONEBOOK”
•Press
•“EMPTY” is displayed on the screen
•Press
•“ADD” is displayed on the screen
•Press
•“NAME” is displayed on the screen
•Enter the name to be stored in the memory using the alphanumerical keypad
•Press
•“NUMBER” is displayed on the screen
•Enter the number to be stored in the memory
•Press
•“MELODY X” is displayed on the screen (Xrepresents the ringtone number)
•Use the and keys to select the ringtone to be associated with this contact
•Press
•You will hear a beep to let you know that your contact has been saved.
3-2 Consulting the phonebook
a) Using the menu
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press
•“CALL LIST” is displayed on the screen

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•Use the and keys until “PHONEBOOK” is displayed on the screen
•Press
•The first contact is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to consult the other contacts
Or
•Press the first letter of the name you are looking for
b) Direct access
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press the key to access the phonebook
•The first contact is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to consult the other contacts
or
•Press the first letter of the name you are looking for
3-3 Modifying a contact
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press
•The first contact is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select the contact you want to modify
•Press
•“ADD” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select “EDIT” then press
•Press to erase the name displayed character by character then use the
keys on the alphanumerical keypad to edit.
•Press to save the changes to the name
•Press to erase the number displayed digit by digit
then use the keys on the alphanumerical keypad to make changes.
•Press to save the changes to the number.
•“MELODY X” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select the ringtone to be associated with the contact
•Press
•You will hear a beep to let you know that the changes you made have been
saved.
•Press to return to the previous menu.
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3-4 Erasing a contact
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press
•The first contact is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select the contact you want to erase
•Press
•“ADD” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select “DELETE”
•Press
•You will hear a beep to let you know that your contact has been erased.
•Press to return to the previous menu.
3-5 Erasing the phonebook completely
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press
•The first contact is displayed on the screen
•Press
•“ADD” is displayed on the screen
•Use the and keys to select “DELETE ALL”
•Press
•“CONFIRM?” is displayed on the screen
•Press
•You will hear a beep to let you know that all the contacts in the phonebook have
been erased
•Press the key to return to idle.
4 – REDIAL LIST
The redial list stores the last 5 numbers dialled.
If the number was already stored in the phonebook, the name associated with it is
displayed.
4-1 Consulting the redial list
•The handset is idle (no tone)
•Press