Bell Excursion 36248 User manual

Excursion®36248
Congratulations on your selection of the Excursion®36248
from Northwestern Bell Phones. This quality 2.4GHz
cordless telephone all Digital Answering System with Call
Waiting Caller ID, like all Genuine BELL®products, has
been designed to give you many years of continuous
service and represents the best value for your money. It
requires little maintenance and is easy to setup and
operate.

IMPORTANT SERVICE INFORMATION
Read this manual before attempting to setup or use this instrument. It contains important
information regarding safe installation and use. Keep this manual for future reference. Also
save the carton, packing and proof of purchase to simplify and accelerate any needed
action. If you need assistance or service, call [phone] between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30
p.m. Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday. You can also visit our web site at:
http://www.nwbphones.com for technical support and information on our other products.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or any type of excess
moisture. If accidentally dropped into water, the adapter should immediately be unplugged
from the wall along with the telephone line cord.
THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER OF THE PRESENCE OF
IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
OWNER'S MANUAL.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall,
causing serious damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet at the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to
protect it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the
cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or
electric shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to a
qualified service contractor when some service or repair work is required. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustments of other controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinctive change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTION
CAUTION :
To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the following type and size of handset battery pack:
Cordless Telephone Battery Pack
DC3.6V, 850mAh, Ni-Cd Battery Pack
Manufacturer: Max Power Electronics Ltd.
Model No.: 10311FO
2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting
material such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
5. Recharge only the battery provided with or identified for use with this product. The
battery may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode if it is not the correct type.
6. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery provided with or identified for use with this
product by heating them. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur causing
burns or irritation to eyes or skin.
7. When inserting the batteries into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be
observed. Reverse insertion of batteries can cause charging that may result in leakage
or explosion.
8. Remove the batteries from this product if the product will not be used for a long period
of time (several months or more) since during this time the battery could leak in the
product.
9. Discard “dead” batteries as soon as possible since “dead” batteries are more likely to
leak in a product.
10. Do not store this product, or the battery provided with or identified for use with this
product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator
for the purpose of extending shelf life should be stabilized at room temperature prior to
use after cold storage.
11. Disconnect telephone lines before installing batteries.
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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed
for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

FCC NOTICE
The FCC requires that you be advised of certain requirements involving the use of this
telephone.
1. This telephone is Hearing Aid Compatible.
2. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is
a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, provide this information to
your telephone company.
3. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your
telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called. In
most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices should not exceed five (5.0).
To be certain of the number of devices that you may connect to your line, as determined
by the REN, you should call your local telephone company to determine the maximum
REN for your calling area.
4. If your telephone causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may
discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But if
advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be
advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
5. Your telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the proper operation of your equipment. If they do, you
will be given advance notice so as to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted
service.
6. If you experience trouble with the telephone, please contact VTC Service &
Manufacturing Co., Inc. at [phone] or write to: VTC Customer Service, 16988
Gale Ave., City of Industry, CA 91745 for repair/warranty information. The telephone
company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem
has been corrected or you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
7. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs.(Contact your state public utility
commission or corporation commission for information).
8. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found, comply with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measure:
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver needed.
•Consult the dealer of an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
9. Some cordless phones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby
TVs and VCRs; To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless
phone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is
experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often
reduce or eliminate the interference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SERVICE INFORMATION………………………..…….
CARTON CONTENTS…………………………………………………...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS…………………………...…
BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTION …………………………….…...
INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS ……………………….……….…..
FCC NOTICE …………………………………………………………..
DESCRIPTION……………………………………………………………
MOUNTING POSITION …………………………………………......
BELT CLIP INSTRUCTION ………………………………………..
CONNECTING THE HEADSET………………………………………..
POWER INSTALLATION………………………………………...…….
INITIAL SETUP…………………………………………………….…...
TELEPHONE OPERATION …………………………………………
TO PLACE A CALL IN TALK MODE………………………….
TO PLACE A CALL IN STANDBY MODE (PREDIAL MODE)..
TO RECEIVE A CALL ………………………………………….
LAST NUMBER REDIAL…………………………………………
STORING TELEPHONE NUMBERS INTO MEMORY DIALING DIRECTORY...
DELETING STORED TELEPHONE NUMBERS………………
DIALING FROM THE MEMORY DIALING DIRECTORY……..
EDITING STORED TELEPHONE NUMBERS………………….
MIXED MODE DIALING…………………………………………..
PAUSE FUNCTION …………………………………………….
FLASH FUNCTION ………………………………………....….
CHANNEL SELECTION (40 Channels) ………………….…..
OUT OF RANGE WARNING .……………………………….…
LOW BATTERY WARNING …………………………………...
PAGING FUNCTION……………………………………………..
ANSWERING MACHINE OPERATION ………………………………
VOICE MENU SYSTEM………………………………………….
TIME / DAY STAMP ………………………………………..…..
SETTING ANSWER ON / OFF ………………………….….
SETTING THE RINGS SWITCH (TS / 6 / 2)…………..……...
OUTGOING MESSAGE (OGM) ………………………………
RECORDING THE OGM ………………………………………
CHECKING THE OGM……………………………………….….
RECORDING A MEMO………………………………………….
PLAYING BACK MESSAGES ………….……..………………..
ERASING MESSAGES…………………………………………..
MEMORY FULL DETECTION…………………………………..
CALL SCREENING ………………………………………………
TWO-WAY RECORDING . ………………………………….….
VOX (VOICE ACTIVATED) DETECTION ……………………
REMOTE OPERATION ………………………………………………..
CALLER ID OPERATION………………………………………………
INTRODUCTION TO CALLER ID AND CALL WAITING ID….
RECEIVING NEW CALL…………………………………………
VIEWING CALL RECORDS AND NEW CALL RECORDS….
SAVING CALL RECORDS………………………………………
DELETING CALL RECORDS…………………………………..
CALLBACK FROM CALL RECORDS…………………………
PROGRAMMING MODE……………………………………….
NEW CALL / MESSAGE INDICATOR………………………..
TALKING TIME AND CHANNEL DISPLAY…………………..
CALL WAITING ID OPERATION……………………………...
LCD DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES………………..
IMPROVING CORDLESS RECEPTION. ……………………………
MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE…………………………….…………..
MAINTENANCE ………………………………………….….…………
TROUBLESHOOTING ………..……………………………………….
TECHNICAL INFORMATION….………………………..…………….

DESCRIPTION
CONTROLS’ LOCATION AND FUNCTION
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HANDSET CONTROLS -Cordless Telephone
1. LCD Display: Shows the phone status, Caller ID Call Record information and function
menus.
2. TALK Button: Press to answer an incoming call or to place a call. Press to end a call.
3. MEMO (Memory) Button: Used for storing / retrieving phone numbers to / from the 20
Memory Dialing Directory.
4. TONE ( * ) Button: Used to temporarily change the dialing mode from pulse to tone for
rotary service user.
5. FLASH / DEL (Delete) Button: In talk mode, it allows you to momentarily hangs up the
phone to regain dial tone or access custom calling features such as Call Waiting or
Three-Way Calling provided by your local phone company. In standby mode, it allows
you to remove one or all records from the Call Record list or Memory Dialing Directory.
6. (+) Button: Allows you to enter to your Caller Record list. It is also used to scroll up in
Call Record list, memory and program mode.
7. (-) Button: Allows you to enter to your Call Record list. It is also used to scroll down in
Call Record list, memory and program mode.
8. RE/PA (Redial / Pause) Button: Automatically dials the last number called up to 31
digits. Also used to insert a 4 second delay between dialed numbers.
9. Charge Contacts: Used for charging the handset battery.
10. Microphone: Used for speaking with callers or recording Outgoing Message (OGM)
and Memo message(s) remotely.
11. VOL (Volume) / (Shift Left ) Button: In talk mode, it allows you to adjust the

handset volume to either high [H], medium [M] or low [L]. In program, memory and
predial mode, it is used for changing mode and moving the cursor to the left during edit
mode.
12. C. BACK (Call Back) Button: Allows you to callback the phone number in Call Record
list, memory and predial mode.
13. # / (Shift Right) Button : In program, memory and predial mode, it is used for
changing mode and moving the cursor to the right during edit mode.
14. Headset Jack: For headset connection in hands free conversation.
15. SCAN / PRG (Program) Button: In talk mode, it allows you to change channels if the
current channel is noisy or having interference from other sources. In standby mode, it
allows you to enter and store program function.
16. NEW CALL LED Indicator: Flashes if the system has new call message(s) and have
message(s) in your voice mailbox (if you subscribe to your telephone company’s voice
mail service).
17. Receiver: Allows you to hear calls.
HANDSET CONTROLS -Answering System
1. PASSWORD Button: Press to change password for remote operation.
2. MEMO REC Button: Press to record Memo message(s).
3. REC OGM Button: Press to record Outgoing Message (OGM).
4. PLAY Button: Press to playback Incoming Message(s) (ICM) or
Two Way Recording(s).
5. PREV Button: Press to skip to the previous message during playback.
6. STOP Button: Press to stop current activity.
7. ERASE Button: Press to erase message.
8. REMO (Remote) Button: Allows you to access most of the Excursion®36248’s
functions away from the base unit using the handset. Also press to listen to the caller
leave their Incoming Message (ICM) in order to let you decide if you want to answer
the call.
9. ANS. OFF Button: Press to deactivate answer function.
10. OGM Button: Press to playback Outgoing Message (OGM).
11. RPT Button: Press to repeat the message being played.
12. HELP Button: Press to access voice help menu.
13. SKIP Button: Press to skip to the next message during playback.
14. ANS. ON Button: Press to activate answer function.
15. TIME / DAY Button: Press to set the day and time stamp.
16. MEMO PLAY Button: Press to playback Memo message(s).

BASE UNIT CONTROLS
1. 9VAC Adapter Jack: Ajack located on the rear side of the base unit used for
connecting the adapter to the base unit.
2. TEL LINE Jack: Accepts line cord to make connection with modular type telephone
outlet.
3. VOLUME Control: Adjusts the base unit speaker volume level.
4. RINGS (TS / 6 / 2) Switch: Selects the number of rings before the Excursion®36248
automatically answers the call and used to activate the Toll Saver (TS) feature.
5. T / P (Tone / Pulse) Switch: Allows you to select the appropriate dialing service.
TONE for tone dialing or PULSE for rotary service.
6. Charge Terminals: Used for charging handset battery.
7. MSG PLAY / STOP Button: Press to playback the Incoming Message(s) (ICM) and
Two Way Recording(s) or to stop the current activity.
8. ERASE Button: Press to erase a single message or all messages in order to conserve
message space in memory.
9. MEMO Button: Press to playback the Memo message(s).
10. ANS. ON/OFF Button: Press to activate or deactivate answer function.
11. (Skip) Button: Press to skip to the next message during playback.
12. OGM PLAY Button: Press to playback Outgoing Message (OGM).
13. (Previous) Button: Press to skip to the previous message during playback.
14. PAGE / 2-WAY REC Button: Also allows you to locate the handset when it is not on
the base or record two way conversation.
15. NEW CALL LED Indicator: Flashes rapidly if the system has new call message(s) and
have message(s) in your voice mailbox
16. MEMO LED Indicator: Lights up to indicate the presence of Memo message and
blinks if there are new Memo message(s).
17. MSG LED Indicator: Lights up to indicate the presence of Incoming Message (ICM)

and Two-Way Recordings. Blinks if there are new Incoming Message(s) (ICM) or
Two-Way Recording(s).
18. CHG (Charge) / IN USE LED Indicator: Lights up steadily when the phone is being
used and when the handset is being charged on the base .
19. Digital LED Display: A two-digit LED display to indicate the number of Incoming
Message(s) and Two-Way Recording(s). Also displays the system status and the
current channel number while in TALK mode.
Code Function
00-59 Message / Timer count / Channel No.
-- Answering OFF
Ir Memo Recording
2r Two-Way Recording
An Answering Mode
rc Remote Control
FU Memory Full
ER Erasing Message
OP OGM Playback
Or OGM Recording
20. Retainer Tab: Allows the handset to hang on the base unit at wall mount position.
MOUNTING POSITION
DESKTOP USE:
Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL LINE jack
on the rear of the base unit and connect the opposite
end to the telephone modular jack. ( Figure 4)
WALL USE :
A. WITH A STANDARD AT&T OR GTE MODULAR WALL JACK
1. Install the wall mount bracket at the position as shown in Figure 5.
(Figure 5)
2. Connect the short telephone line cord to the TEL Line jack on rear of the base.
3. Connect the opposite end of the telephone line cord to the modular wall jack.
4. Align the wall mounting slots with the studs located on the modular wall plate and slide
the base down to lock in place.
NOTE: If you do not have a standard modular wall jack, find a qualified technician to mount
one on the wall.
B. WALL MOUNTING (No Standard Wall Jack)

1. Drill two holes with a vertical distance between the two marked positions of 315/16” (100
mm) as shown in Figure 6.
(Figure 6)
2. Drive a screw into each of the holes. Tighten them to the end of the screw line, only
leaving the smooth part of the screw head outside the wall.
3. Hang the unit onto the screws, then slide it down firmly to fasten the base securely.
BELT CLIP INSTRUCTION
Clamp the belt clip at the back of the handset as shown in Figure 7.
CONNECTING THE HEADSET
For hands free conversation, a headset (not included) is connected to the headset jack as
shown in Figure 8. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is
connected.
(Figure 8)
Press the TALK button to answer or place a call using the headset. Refer to the
manufacturer’s headset manual for more details.

POWER INSTALLATION
BASE UNIT POWER CONNECTION
CAUTION:
You must use a Class 2 Power Source 9VAC 500 mA. The plug must
correctly fit the unit's adapter jack.
1. Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.
2. Insert the small plug into the adapter jack on the rear of the base as shown in Figure 9.
(Figure 9)
HANDSET BATTERY INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
Use only the Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery type included with this unit.
Use of other battery types may cause injuries or damage.
1. Remove the battery compartment cover of the handset. Connect the rechargeable
Ni-Cd battery as shown on Figure 10.
(Figure 10)
2. Insert the Ni-Cd battery into the battery compartment of the handset.
3. Slide the battery compartment cover firmly in its closed position.
INITIAL SETUP
Before you can use your cordless telephone, the handset must be charged for at least 20
hours. See charging instruction on MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE section of this manual.
SETTING THE DAY AND TIME OF THE BASE UNIT
NOTE: The time set is used for time stamping the recorded message(s).
1. After 20 hours, lift the handset from the base unit.
2. Press the REMO button on the handset. The Excursion®36248 will prompt “You have
no new message. For help, press 9.” followed by a long beep.

3. Press 2. The unit will prompt “Time is off. Enter new day.”
4. After hearing a long beep, enter the new day (Sunday = 1, Monday = 2, Tuesday = 3,
etc.). The unit will then prompt “Enter new time.”
5. After hearing a long beep, enter the new hour (01-12).
6. After two beeps, enter the new minute (00-59).
7. After two beeps, press 1 for AM, or press 2 for PM. The unit will announce the new day
and time followed by a long beep and will prompt “Please enter next command.”
8. Press the REMO button to exit the remote mode. Otherwise, the remote function will
turn off automatically if not in use for 8 seconds.
TONE / PULSE SETTING
Select the appropriate dialing service by moving the T / P (Tone / Pulse) switch on the
bottom of the base unit:
•TONE for Tone service, or
•PULSE for Rotary service.
SETTING THE HANDSET RINGER
The handset ringer must be set to ring ON position in order that it will ring when an incoming
call is received. See PROGRAMMING MODE section on.
SETTING USER'S AREA CODE AND NEIGHBORING AREA CODE
In order to use callback function, the user's area code and neighboring area code must be
programmed. Neighboring area code is optional. See PROGRAMMING MODE section.
SETTING THE CALLER ID CALL WAITING (CIDCW) FUNCTION
The CIDCW function must be set to ON position in order to use CIDCW function. See
PROGRAMMING MODE section.
TELEPHONE OPERATION
TO PLACE A CALL IN TALK MODE
1. Press the TALK button on the handset. The LCD Display will show "TALK" and the
symbol will flash while the unit auto-scans and will light steadily when it finds a clear
channel.
2. Listen for a dial tone.
3. Dial the telephone number. The phone numbers appear on the LCD Display as you
enter the number.
4. When finished with your call, press the TALK button or place the handset on the base
unit.
TO PLACE A CALL IN STANDBY MODE (PREDIAL MODE)
1. Ensure that the unit is in standby mode.
2. Dial the telephone number or press RE/PA button. If you make a mistake, press VOL /
button to delete the character on the left of the cursor.
3. Press C. BACK button.
4. When finished with your call, press the TALK button or place the handset on the base
unit.
TO RECEIVE A CALL
NOTE: If you are expecting incoming calls, the handset must be programmed to RING ON
mode. See PROGRAMMING MODE section.
A. IF THE HANDSET IS ON THE BASE UNIT
1. Since the Excursion® 36248 features “Auto-Answer”, simply pick up the handset from

the base cradle when the phone rings. The LCD Display will show "TALK" and the
symbol will light steadily.
2. Start your conversation.
3. When finished with your call, either press the TALK button or place the handset on the
base unit.
B. IF THE HANDSET IS OUT OF THE BASE UNIT
1. When the phone rings, press the TALK button on the handset.
2. Start your conversation.
3. When finished with your call, either press the TALK button or place the handset on the
base unit.
LAST NUMBER REDIAL
A. AFTER HEARING A BUSY TONE WHEN PLACING A CALL
1. If you get a busy tone, press handset TALK button to hang up.
2. Press the handset TALK button again and listen for a dial tone.
3. Press the handset RE/PA button. This will automatically redial the last telephone
number you called (Up to 31 digits).
B. WHEN THE HANDSET IS OFF THE BASE UNIT AND IN STANDBY MODE
1. Press the TALK button on the handset and listen for a dial tone.
2. Press the RE/PA button. This will automatically redial the last telephone number you
called (Up to 31 digits).
STORING TELEPHONE NUMBERS INTO MEMORY DIALING DIRECTORY
In addition to your Call Records, you can store up to 20 speed dial names and telephone
numbers into memory and you can then dial any of the stored phone numbers. You can also
transfer a Call Record into the Memory Dialing Directory.
A. STORING TELEPHONE NUMBERS INTO THE SPEED DIALING LIST
1. Make sure that the handset is in the standby mode.
2. Press and release the handset MEMO button. The handset will beep once.
3. Press the (+) or (-) button to locate an available location or enter a memory location.
There are available 20 memory locations. Memory location below 10 needs a leading
zero such as 01, 02 to 09. If the memory location is available, the LCD Display shows
the memory location number and the "EMPTY" message. The flashing line or cursor
indicates that the phone is ready for data entry.
4. Enter the name, character by character. You can enter up to 15 characters. Locate the
character on the keypads 2 through 9. Press once to enter the first character, twice for
the second character, etc. See Name Entry Table. Use button to move the
cursor back and forth through the name entry line. To create a space between
characters and words, press the button twice after the last entered character.
NAME ENTRY TABLE
Key 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
1&()1space
2ABC2
3DEF3
4GHI4
5JKL5
6MNO6
7PQRS7
8TUV8
9WXYZ9
00
**#
# space
Example: JOHN 1

J Press 5
O Press 6 three times
H Press 4 two times
N Press 6 two times
(Space) Press button two times
1 Press 1 four times
5. Press handset MEMO button to store the name field. The cursor or marker moves to
the telephone number line entry.
6. Enter the telephone number you want to store. You can enter up to 24 digits. If you
make a mistake, press button to delete the character on the left of the cursor.
7. Press handset MEMO button to save and exit. But if you want to register more
memory, you can press (+) or (-) button instead of handset MEMO button.
B. STORING TELEPHONE NUMBERS INTO MEMORY DIALING DIRECTORY FROM
THE CALLER ID CALL RECORDS
1. Make sure that the unit is in the standby mode.
2. Locate the Call Record that you want to copy by pressing (+) or
(-) button.
3. Press handset MEMO button.
If there is an empty slot, the Call Record is saved automatically and
you can see the saved memory location on the screen.
Example saved at memory location 10.
If there is no empty slot, the transfer will fail. You must erase one of
the speed dialing numbers.
4. The screen returns to the Call Record after 1 second.
DELETING STORED TELEPHONE NUMBERS
A. DELETING SINGLE MEMORY LOCATION
1. Press handset MEMO button to see your Memory Dialing Directory.
2. Use (+) or (-) button or enter the memory location to find the memory location you want
to delete.
3. Press DEL button once and the unit asks if you want to delete
the entered memory location.
4. Press DEL button again to delete the stored phone number.
If you do not wish to delete the number, press handset MEMO
button to cancel.
B. DELETING ALL MEMORY LOCATION
1. Press handset MEMO button to see your Memory Dialing
Directory.
2. Press DEL button once and the unit asks if you want to delete all
memories.
3. Press DEL button again to delete all numbers in the speed dial
list. If you do not wish to delete all numbers, press handset
MEMO button to cancel.
DIALING FROM THE MEMORY DIALING DIRECTORY
1. Press the handset MEMO button to see your Memory Dialing Directory in standby
mode or talk mode.
2. Press (+) or (-) button or enter the memory location to find the memory location you
want.
3. Press C. BACK button. The unit will make a call and the selected
telephone number will be dialed automatically.
EDITING STORED TELEPHONE NUMBERS
1. Ensure that the handset is in standby mode.
817-456-7890
NAME
817-456-7890
SAVE TO #10
MEMORY FULL
817-456-7890
DELETE?
DELETED!
MEMORY
DELETE ALL?
DELETED!
817-456-7890
TALK

2. Press MEMO button on the handset. The LCD Display will show "MEMORY".
3. Search for the stored entry by pressing (+) or (-) button to scroll through the Memory
Dialing Directory or by pressing the keypad button to enter the memory location
number (01 -20) which has the name and number stored.
4. Follow steps 4-7 as described in the section Storing Telephone Numbers Into Memory
to overwrite the selected entry.
MIXED MODE DIALING (Temporary Pulse to Tone Dialing)
1. If you only have pulse (rotary dialing) service in your area and want to access Tone
services (Bank by Phone, etc.), ensure that the T / P (Tone / Pulse) switch is set to the
Pulse position.
2. Press the TONE ( *) button once to switch from Pulse to Tone dialing temporarily.
Pulse dialing mode resumes when the call is ended.
PAUSE FUNCTION
In some cases, such as PABX or long distance service, a pause may be needed in the
dialing sequence. Pressing the RE/PA button inserts a four-second delay between dialed
numbers.
FLASH FUNCTION
Used to access custom calling features such as Call Waiting or Three-Way Calling provided
by your local phone company. Flash can also be used to restore a dial tone to make a new
call.
CHANNEL SELECTION (40 Channels)
A. AUTO CHANNEL SCAN
When you place or receive a call and handset TALK button is pressed, the Excursion®
36248 auto-scans for a clear channel.
Once it finds a clear channel, the handset LCD Display symbol will light steadily.
B. MANUAL CHANNEL SCAN
If the existing channel becomes noisy or starts having interference, you can either move
closer to the base unit (the SCAN/PRG button on the handset until a better reception is
found.
OUT OF RANGE WARNING
The handset and base unit communicate up to a certain maximum
range. The distance can be affected by weather, power lines, or even
other cordless telephone.
If you far away from the base unit, the handset beeps and "OUT OF RANGE" is shown on
the LCD display to warn you that the background noise level is too high for proper
communication between the handset and the base unit.
When you hear this sound and see the "OUT OF RANGE" display, you should move closer
to the base unit. Otherwise, the call will automatically cut off after 30 seconds.
LOW BATTERY WARNING
When the handset battery voltage level is low, the handset LOW symbol is shown on the
LCD Display.
Return the handset on the base cradle to charge.
PAGING FUNCTION
If you have misplaced the handset or need to alert the person nearby
the handset, press the PAGE button on the base unit. Each press of
this button will activate the handset to beep for 30 seconds and LCD
Display shows "BASE CALL" while it is being paged by the base unit.
NOTE: Even if the handset is in RING OFF mode, the base unit can page the handset.
OUT OF RANGE
BASE CALL

RESETTING THE SYSTEM ID
After replacing the handset battery, the handset lost its system ID and the handset IN USE
LED indicator will flash. In this condition, communication between the handset and base unit
may not be possible.
To reset, place the handset on the charge cradle of the base unit for 5 seconds.
ANSWERING MACHINE OPERATION
The Excursion®36248 features a sophisticated Digital Answering System. Incoming
Messages (ICMs), Outgoing Message (OGM) and Memo messages are stored
electronically into digital memory. Messages are accessed instantly and arranged compactly
in this memory. The Excursion® 36248 can store 15 minutes of messages (ICMs, OGM and
Memos combined).
NOTE: The maximum Incoming Message (ICM) recording time is 2 minutes.
VOICE MENU SYSTEM
A sophisticated Voice Menu System has been designed and pre-programmed into the
Excursion® 36248. This system will verbally guide you through key operational procedures.
TIME / DAY STAMP
ICMs and Memo messages are automatically voice-stamped with the current time and day.
NOTE:After power failure, the time / day stamp will be lost. In this case, the time will be
incorrect. Please refer to the INITIAL SETUP section on how to set the system time and day.
SETTING ANSWER ON / OFF
The unit defaults to Answer ON automatically after power up.
A. TO TURN ANSWER MODE OFF
1. In standby mode, press the ANS. ON/OFF button on the base unit.
2. The Excursion®36248 will announce “Answering machine is off.”
NOTE: The Excursion®36248 will answer after the 10th ring if the Answering Mode is OFF.
Refer to the REMOTE OPERATION section on how to turn the Answering Mode ON
remotely.
B. TO TURN ANSWER MODE ON
1. In standby mode, press the ANS. ON/OFF button until you hear “Answering machine is
on.”
SETTING THE RINGS SWITCH (TS / 6 / 2)
The number of rings before the answering system answers a call can be selected by setting
the RINGS switch on the base unit to:
•TS -Toll Saver
•6 -Four rings
•2 -Two rings
Toll Saver lets you avoid unnecessary toll charges when calling long distance to remotely
retrieve your messages.
The Excursion®36248 can be set to answer the first call on the 6th ring, and all subsequent
calls on the 2nd ring by setting the RINGS switch on the Toll Saver (TS) position.
If your Excursion®36248 fails to answer on the 2nd ring, then you know that you do not
have any new Incoming Message(s) (ICM). You can hang up before the unit answers and
save the cost of the call.

OUTGOING MESSAGE (OGM)
This is the announcement callers will hear when Excursion®36248 answers a call. The
Excursion®36248 also has a default OGM (factory preset) which is active when there is no
OGM present.
Default OGM: “Please record your message after the beep”.
RECORDING THE OUTGOING MESSAGE (OGM)
Outgoing Message (OGM) is recorded remotely on the handset. The maximum recording
time is 30 seconds.
1. In standby mode, press the REMO button on the handset. The Excursion®36248 will
prompt “You have no new message. For help, press 9.”
2. Press REC OGM button. The Excursion®36248 will prompt “Please record your
announcement after the beep. To stop, press star (*).”
3. After hearing a long beep, begin your announcement.
4. Press star (*) to stop recording and the Excursion®36248 will playback once
automatically for your review.
5. Press REMO button to exit the remote mode. Otherwise, the unit will automatically turn
off if not in use for 8 seconds.
CHECKING THE OUTGOING MESSAGE (OGM)
1. In standby mode, press the OGM PLAY button on the base unit to hear your previously
recorded OGM.
2. You can stop OGM playback anytime during playback by pressing the STOP button.
RECORDING A MEMO
Memo message(s) is recorded remotely on the handset. The maximum recording time is 2
minutes.
1. In standby mode, press the REMO button on the handset. The Excursion®36248 will
prompt “You have no new message. For help, press 9.”
2. Press MEMO REC button. The Excursion®36248 will prompt “Please record
your message after the beep. To stop, press star (*).”
3. After hearing a long beep, begin your message.
4. Press star (*) to stop recording.
5. Press REMO button to exit the remote mode.
Otherwise, the unit will automatically turn off if not in use for 8 seconds.
PLAYING BACK MESSAGES
If the MEMO or MSG LED indicator is on , it indicates that you have Memo or ICM
message(s). If it is blinking, it indicates that there is new message(s). The blinking counts
mean the number of new messages.
A. PLAYING MESSAGES
In standby mode, press the MEMO or MSG PLAY button on the base unit . The Excursion®
36248 will announce “You have (number) (Memo) message.” and begins playing the first
message to the end. It will announce the message number before each message.
B. SKIPPING MESSAGES
Press the (Skip) button on the base unit during message playback to skip forward to the
next message.
C. PREVIOUS MESSAGES
Press (Previous) button once on the base unit during message playback to skip backward
one message.
D. STOP MESSAGE PLAYBACK
Press the STOP button to stop message playback.

ERASING MESSAGES
A. SELECTIVE ERASING
1. Press the ERASE button on the base unit during message playback.
2. The Excursion®36248 will announce “(Message) (Memo) (number) erased.” and then
start the next message.
NOTE: Erased messages cannot be retrieved. There is a momentary delay after erasing
messages to allow the
Excursion® 36248 to reorganize and optimize its memory space.
B. ERASING ALL ICM AND TWO-WAY RECORDINGS
1. In standby mode, press and hold the ERASE button for about 2 seconds.
2. The Excursion® 36248 will announce “Message (number) erased. You have no
message.”
C. ERASING ALL MEMO MESSAGES
1. In standby mode, press the ERASE button briefly for less than 2 seconds and press
and hold MEMO button for about 2 seconds.
2. The Excursion®36248 will announce“Message erased. You have no Memomessage”.
D. ERASING OGM
1. During OGM playback, press ERASE button.
2. The Excursion® 36248 will announce “Erase your announcement. You have no
announcement.”
NOTE: After erasing messages during memory full or near memory full, you may hear a
continuous beep for several seconds indicating memory sorting of the unit.
MEMORY FULL DETECTION
The memory full condition occurs:
•If 15 minutes of recording time is reached, or
•If 59 messages (i.e. Memo, OGM, ICM) have been recorded.
In this case, the ANS. ON/OFF LED indicator will blink in answer on mode. If there is an
incoming call, the unit will answer at the 10th ring and announce “Memory full”. You can
erase any or all the messages remotely after listening to them. Refer to the REMOTE
OPERATION section for more details.
NOTE: Sometimes you may fail to escape from memory full condition when erasing a short
message. In this case, you must erase more messages (at least 1 minute message).
CALL SCREENING
You can listen to the caller leave their ICM and decide if you want to answer the call.
A. FROM THE HANDSET (Away From the Base Unit)
1. When the Excursion®36248 rings, press the REMO button on the handset. The
Excursion®36248 will immediately answer the call. You will hear your OGM followed
by the caller's message through the handset receiver.
2. If you decide to take the call, simply press the TALK button and begin speaking.
B. FROM THE HANDSET (In the Base Unit Cradle)
1. When the Excursion®36248 answers a call, you will hear your OGM followed by the
caller's message through the base unit’s speaker.
2. If you decide to take the call, simply pick up the handset. Begin speaking and the ICM
recording is stopped. The recorded message is stored in memory and the message
count is incremented by one.
C. FROM THE EXTENSION PHONE
1. When the Excursion®36248 answers a call, you will hear your OGM followed by the
caller's message through the speaker.
2. If you decide to take the call, just lift the handset of the extension phone on the same
line as the Excursion®36248 and press *button twice. The ICM recording is stopped
and the recorded message is stored in memory while the message count is
incremented by one.