BellSouth bs2621 User 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, 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
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen
sink or swimming pool).
5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or
stand. The product may fall, causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the Base Unit and Handset
are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating,
these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft
surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed
in any area where proper ventilation is not 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
in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product
where the cord may have anyone walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the Base or
Handset 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.
10.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but
take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the
Base or Handset other than specified access doors may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause
electric shock when the product is subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the
risk of fire or electric shock.

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12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized
service facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled onto 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, as improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized
technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the Base and/or Handset has
been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13.Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm.
There is 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.
15.Only put the Handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in
normal talk mode.
Important Safety Instructions

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The 2621 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz
frequency range.
This manual is designed to familiarize you with your 2621 cordless telephone.
We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.
Introduction

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Parts Check List
5. Belt Clip
6. Battery
7. Owner's Manual
1. Handset
2. Base Unit
3. AC Power Adapter
4. Telephone Line Cord

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The Handset Layout
1. Antenna
2. Message Waiting Indicator
3. Earpiece
4. Headset Jack (2.5mm)
5. Scroll Keys
6. On/Flash
7. Dialing Key (0 - 9, *, #)
8. Handsfree Speakerphone
9. LCD Display
10. Select
11. Off/Clear
12. Intercom
13. Billed Services
14. Microphone
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3
4
5
6
7
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10
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12
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The Base Unit Layout
Phone Cord Jack AC Power Jack
Page Key
Charge Indicator
Message Waiting Indicator

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GettingStarted
1. Remove the battery compartment
cover by pressing on the indent
and sliding downward.
2. Place the new battery in the
Handset with the metal contacts
aligned with the charge
contacts in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment
cover by sliding it upward.
4. If the new battery is not already
charged, place the Handset in
its Base and allow to charge a
minimum for 12 hours(or
overnight). After that, be sure to
replace the Handset on its
Base when not in use to ensure
maximum daily battery
performance.
Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector
into the bottom of the Base Unit.
Battery Installation
Setup

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GettingStarted
Charging Of Handset Battery
The Handset of your 2621 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable
battery. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base Unit.
You should charge the battery for 12 hours when you first receive your
phone. You'll know the battery needs charging when:
• The low battery message is
displayed:
• The Handset seems completely
dead, the LCD is completely
clear and does not activate
when you press the keys.
IMPORTANT:
1. Do not dispose of a battery in a fire, the cell may explode.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Toxic substances may be released,
causing harm to eyes or skin.
3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order to prevent an accidental short
of the charge contacts, potentially causing the battery to overheat.
4. Do not dispose of this battery into household garbage. Please contact
your local, state or municipal recycling organization for information on
how to properly dispose of your rechargeable battery.
5. If the phone will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries to
prevent possible leakage.
Setup

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GettingStarted
Connecting to Phone Line
Before connecting the phone line, make sure to properly charge the
battery for at least 12 hours.
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the
Base Unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack.
Checking For Dial Tone
After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset. The phone icon
will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see
In Case of Difficulty.
Tone/Pulse Selection
• With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU.
• Use to Scroll to TONE/PULSE, then press OK.
• Use to Scroll to TONE or PULSE; press OK.
• You'll hear a confirmation beep.
NOTE: Your 2621 is preset for TONE dialing.
Setup
IMPORTANT:
For best performance the 2621
should be installed as follows:
In an elevated location, in the center of
the room, with no obstructions nearby.
In a location that is away from other
electrical appliances such as microwave
ovens, personal computers, or
televisions.
Temporary Tone Dialing
If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you can switch to touch tone
dialing during a call by pressing *TONE. This can be useful if you need
to send tone signals for access to answering systems or long distance
services.
CAUTION: Use only the power supply provided with your 2621.

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BasicOperation
Handset and Base Indicators
HandsetIcons
Icon Description
Extension In Use indicator
Appears in idle or phone on modes to indicate a parallel
set in use. It replaces phone on icon during phone on
mode and parallel set is detected.
M
H
E
Battery indicator
Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is
charging.
Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.
Mute indicator
On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.
Hold indicator
On steady when the line is on hold.
Range Extender indicator
On steady when the Range Extender is on.
Handset LEDS
LED Description
Message
Waiting
Base LEDS
LED Description
Message
Waiting
Charging
Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your
voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your
local telephone company
Lights whenever the handset is placed in the base unit
charging cradle.
Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your
voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your
local telephone company.
On steady when Handset is in use.
Flashes when there is an incoming call.
Flashes when Handset is being paged.
On steady when Handset is searching for Base Unit.

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BasicOperation
Soft Menu Functions
The 2621 has an advanced design
that uses a menu structure and
softkeys to access all of the built-in
features.
Example of the idle mode display:
RDL (Redial)
Press RDL to display the last 5 telephone numbers dialed. The number on
top line is the most recent number dialed.
• Use the scroll keys to select the desired number.
• To dial the number, you can simply press the ON or HANDSFREE key.
To Save Redial to Memory:
Use the scroll keys to select the desired number. Then press SELECT. Press
SAVE. Use the steps from 1 to 3 of To Store a Number/Name.
To Erase Redial:
Use the scroll keys to select the desired number. Then press SELECT. Press
ERASE.
MENU
With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press the MENU key to access the
following options:
•CALLSLOG(CALLERID)
• HANDSETSETTINGS
• RANGEEXTENDER
• TONE/PULSE
• REGISTER (Disregard this option, the Handset was registered to the
Base at the factory.)
Use the keys to select the desired option, then press OK.

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BasicOperation
From the idle (OFF) mode, press
MENU, use the scroll
keys to select CALLS LOG, then
press OK. The Caller ID information
of the most recently received call will
be displayed. For example:
To scroll to other records, use the
scroll keys.
To dial the number displayed, simply
press the ON or HANDSFREE key.
You can also press the CID key to
access the following options (DEL,
OPT#,SAVE):
Calls Log (Caller ID)
DEL: Select this option to delete THIS or ALL records in Caller ID memory.
OPT#: Select this option to display up to four possible dialing options of
the numbers stored in Caller ID memory. If a number is provided
in the Caller ID data, the possible options to choose from will be
either 7, 8, 10, or 11 digits. For example, if the original number in
Caller ID menory was 555-123-4567, then the display options will
be:
Use the
keys to make selection,
and then press DIAL, ON
or HANDSFREE to dial the
number.
Caller ID - Call Waiting Caller ID
Your 2621 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling
before you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying Caller
ID information in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting
Caller ID). With Call Waiting Caller ID, the Caller ID data is displayed so
you can decide whether to answer the incoming call, or continue with your
current conversation.
555-123-4567
555-123-4567
1-123-4567
555-123-4567
1-555-123-4567
SAVE: Select this option to save the displayed Caller ID record into
Phonebook Memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone
numbers can be saved into Phonebook Memory. If you need to
modify the number after saving, see To Edit a Number/Name.
ABOUT CALLER ID & CALL WAITING CALLER ID
These are subscription services, provided by most regional telephone
service providers. You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits
of these features. If you do not subscribe to Caller ID services, you can
still use your 2621 and the other features it offers.
Due to regional incompatibilities, Caller ID information may not be available
for every call you receive. In addition, the calling party may intentionally block
their name and phone number from being sent.
NOTE: For all unviewed CID records, an N will be displayed with the CID record.

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BasicOperation
Handset Settings
From the Handset Settings menu you can select the following options to modify:
• RINGER VOLUME
Select this option to adjust the ringer volume. Use the
scroll keys to adjust the volume up or down. The Handset will display
a graphic indicator of the selected volume setting. Press OK to confirm
your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu.
• RINGER MELODY
Select this option to adjust the ringer melody. Use the
scroll keys to select from the six available ringers. Press SAVE to confirm
your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu.
• LOW BATT TONE
Select this option to turn the Low Battery warning tone ON or OFF. Press
the OFF or ON softkeys, to make your selection. Press OK to confirm
your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu. When set to
ON, the Handset will emit a warning tone when a Low Battery condition
is detected.
• RANGE TONE
Select this option to turn the Out of Range warning tone ON or OFF.
Press the OFF or ON softkeys to make your selection. Press OK to confirm
your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu. When set to
ON, the Handset will emit a warning tone whenever the Handset is taken
out of range of the Base.
• KEYPAD TONE
Select this option to turn the Keypad tones ON or OFF. Press the OFF
or ON softkeys to make your selection. Press OK to confirm your selection
and return to the Handset Settings menu. When set to ON, the Handset
will emit a beep whenever a key is pressed.
• CONTRAST
Select this option to adjust the contrast level of the Handset display. Use
the scroll keys to make your selection. The Handset
display will automatically adjust as you make your selection. Press OK
to confirm your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu.
• LANGUAGE
Select this option to change the display to appear in English, Spanish
or French. Use the scroll keys to select language, then
press OK to confirm your choice.

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BasicOperation
Range Extender
Your 2621 has an enhanced feature designed to improve its performance.
This feature is useful if you are using your 2621 in an area with excessive
interference or you require a moderate increase in operating range. the Range
Extender feature can help to improve both the sound quality and range. Actual
range will depend on your environment.
Range Extender Feature
• In the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU
and use the scroll keys to select
RANGEEXTENDER,thenpressOK.
• There are three option settings in
the RANGE EXTENDER menu:
1. SelectOFFtodisableRANGE
EXTENDER.
2. Select ON to enable RANGE
EXTENDER. An Eicon will
appear in the upper left corner
of Handset display, indicating
that RANGE EXTENDER is
ON.
3. Select AUTO to allow your
2621 to automatically monitor
the signal strength between
the Handset and Base Unit, and activate whenever necessary. With
this option selected, your 2621 may occassionally enable or
disable the RANGE EXTENDER feature.
• Use the scroll keys to select the desired setting, and then press OK
to confirm the selection.
NOTE: When Range Extender mode is enabled, your 2621 will consume
more battery power. That means the standby and talk time of your
Handset will be shorter.

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BasicOperation
The 2621 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory
location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the
name.
When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the number keys to spell the name.
Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the
following order:
MEM (Memory)
Number Key
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
#
Characters (in order)
& ' , . 1
A B C a b c 2
D E F d e f 3
G H I g h i 4
J K L j k l 5
M N O m n o 6
P Q R S p q r s 7
T U V t u v 8
W X Y Z w x y z 9
0
#

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BasicOperation
MEM (Memory)
ANDREW
123 4567
To Store a Number/Name:
• Starting from the idle screen,
enter the number you want to
store in memory.
• Besure toincludelongdistance
codes and pauses (using the
Pause softkey) if necessary.
Press OFF to correct if you
make mistake. Press the MEM
softkey.
NOTE: If the memory is full the
Handset will display
PHONEBOOKISFULLandexit
to the pre-dial mode without
saving the entry.
• You will then be prompted to
ENTER NAME. Use the digit
keys to spell the name. If you
make a mistake, press the CLR
softkey. To enter a space press
. When finished, press
SAVE.

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BasicOperation
MEM (Memory)
ANDREW_
ANDREW
123-4567
ANDREW
123-4567
ANDREW
123-4567
ANDREW
123-4567
To Search For and Dial a
Number/Name:
• Starting from the idle screen,
pressthe MEMsoftkeytoreview
memory contents.
• Using the
softkeys scroll through the
memory contents in
alphabetical order.
Or, you can press the FIND
softkey, enter the first few
chararcters of the name. If you
make a mistake, press the CLR
softkey. Press FIND to search.
The closest match,
alphabetically, will be displayed.
• Once you find the entry you
want, simply press ON or
HANDSFREEtodialthenumber.
To Delete a Number/Name:
• Using steps 1 and 2 in To
SearchForandDialaNumber/
Name,locatethe entry youwant
to delete.
• Press the EDIT softkey. The
Handset will display:

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BasicOperation
MEM (Memory)
ANDREW
123-4567
ANDREW SMITH
555-123-4567
ANDREW SMITH
555-123-4567
ANDREW SMITH
5551234567
555-123-4567
ANDREW SMITH
• Press the DEL softkey. The
Handset will display:
• To delete the displayed records,
press THIS. To delete all
records, press ALL.
• If you press ALL, The screen
will display: ARE YOU SURE?
• To confirm the deletion of all
records, press YES. To exit
without deleting press NO.
To Edit a Name or a Number
• Using steps 1 and 2 in To
SearchForandDialaNumber/
Name,locatethe entry youwant
to edit.
• Press the EDIT softkey twice.
Then choose NAME or NUM.
• Using the softkey move
the cursor to the character you
want to edit and then enter the
corrections as needed. Press
MORE to access DEL, BACK
and PAUSE (when editing a
name, this option will be
SPACE) functions. When
finished press the SAVE
softkey. To exit without saving
press OFF.
• When finished the Handset will
display the edited entry.

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Advanced Operations
Handset and Base Operation
Making Calls
• Press ON (or, HANDSFREE to
use the Handset Speakerphone
feature). Dial the phone number.
-OR-
• Dial the phone number first; then
press ON (or HANDSFREE).
If you make a mistake while
dialing, press CLEAR(OFF) to
backspace and make
corrections, then redial correctly.
• Press OFF to end your call.
-OR-
Place the Handset back in its
Base.
Answering Calls
• Press any key except OFF or
the softkeys.
• Press OFF to end your call.
-OR-
Place the Handset back in its
Base.
Hold Function
• Press the HOLD softkey to place a call on hold. To return to the call press
the ON or HANDSFREE key.
Flash Function
• You can use your 2621 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press
the ON/FLASH key on the Handset. Please read Call Waiting Deluxe on
page 21 for details.
Mute Function
•During an active call, pressing the MUTE softkey on the Handset will
disable the microphone. Press MUTE again to return to two-way
conversation.
Volume Control
• During an active call, press the VOL softkey, then use the and
softkeys to adjust the earpiece or Handsfree Speakerphone volume.
Press OK to confirm your choice.

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Advanced Operations
Handset and Base Operation
Page Feature
• To page the Handset from the
Base press the PAGE key. The
Handsetwillringforapproximately
20 seconds.
The Handset will display PAGE
FROMBASE.
• To end the page, press PAGE on
the Base or any key on the
Handset except for OFF or the
three softkeys.
Handsfree Speakerphone Operation
Your 2621 Handset has a built-in handsfree speakerphone. This feature
allows you to stand the Handset upright on a table or desktop and have
handsfree conversations. For more information, refer to MAKING CALLS in
the HANDSET AND BASE OPERATION section.
Extension in Use Indication
When the telephone line is currently
being used by a parallel set (a
telephone or other device other than
the 2621 on the same line); the
phone icon will remain on steadily,
and EXTENSION IN USE will be
displayed.
Low Battery Indication
When a low battery is detected, the
battery icon will flash and a warning
beep will sound. The status message
LOW BATTERY will be displayed
when the Handset is in idle mode.
To prevent an unexpected call drop,
a drained Handset battery should be
replaced by a fully charged spare
battery.