BT FREELANCE XA100 User manual

BT Freelance XA 100/100 Tandem ~ Edition 2.1 ~ 14th August ’02 ~ 48 0
User
Guide
BT Freelance XA
100 / 100 Tandem
Digital Cordless Telephone
This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone calls when the power
fails. Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.
This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched telephone
networks and private switchboards in the United Kingdom.
This product is not DECT GAP compatible. It cannot be registered to any other
DECT GAP telephone and it is not possible to register additional handsets.

Please open this page for an ‘At a glance’
guide to your BT Freelance XA 100
BT Freelance XA 100/100 Tandem ~ Edition 2.1 ~ 14th August ’02 ~ 48 0

Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
Re ial Volume
P
Del
123
456
789
0
RINT
Quick ial
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Handset display
Displays the status
of your handset.
Red light
Indicates that the phone
is ringing or in use.
Talk button
Use to make, receive
and end calls.
Int button
Use to make an internal call
or to transfer a call to the
BT Freelance XA 100 additional
handset (feature only available
if you have purchased the
BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem).
Recall button
For use with a switchboard/PBX
and some BT Select Services.
Also use to exit the Calls list.
Quickdial button
Use to store up to 10 numbers
that can then be dialled at the
touch of two buttons.
Keypad
Delete/Secrecy button
Use to delete digits entered
incorrectly and numbers in the
Calls list. Also used to mute a call
so the caller cannot hear you talk
to someone close by.
Calls list button
Press to enter the Calls list, to
view the last 10 calls/most recent
calls. Also use to scroll up and
down through the Calls list.
Volume button
In idle mode use to adjust
the handset ringer volume.
During a call, use to adjust
the earpiece speech volume.
Redial/ ause button
Press to redial the last number
called. Also, press to dial or
store a pause in a number.
At a glance
BT Freelance XA 100 Handset

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Charging Power/
In Use
If you have purchased the BT Freelance XA 100
BT Freelance XA 100 Base
1 x BT Freelance XA 100 Handset
Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
Redial Volume
P
Del
13
456
789
0
RINT
Quickdial
Note
When batteries are fully charged the charging light will
remain lit.
Page button
Use to page a
handset(s).
Power/
In use light
Green light comes
on to indicate mains
power. Flashes when
the line is in use.
Charging light
Red light comes on
when the batteries
are being recharged.

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If you have purchased the BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem
BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem Base
x BT Freelance XA 100 Handsets
Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
Redial Volume
P
Del
13
456
789
0
RINT
Quickdial
Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
Redial Volume
P
Del
13
456
789
0
RINT
Quickdial

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Quick guide to the handset
display icons
Batteries are charged
Batteries are exhausted and require charging
Batteries are being charged
Switches off when batteries are fully charged
Handset is in use
Flashes to indicate an external incoming call
Steady during an external call
Flashes to indicate an internal call
Indicates you are dialling or storing a
number in the Quickdial memory
Secrecy feature is switched on
Steady when viewing the Calls list
Flashes when a new call has been received
in the Calls list
Steady when handset is in range of the base
Flashes when the handset is out of range of
the base

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In this guide
At a glance 1
Introduction
Unpacking
BT Freelance XA 100 8
BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem 9
For your records 10
Safety information 11
Setting up 13
Using the telephone 21
Making and receiving calls 21
Secrecy 2
Last number redial 2
Paging 24
Quickdial memory 25
Caller Display 2
Handset settings 29
Using the
BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem 30
Internal calls 0
Transferring calls 1
Help 32
General information 35
Guarantee 5
Technical information 6
Switchboard compatibility 6
Switchboard external line access code 7
Setting pauses 7
Recall 7
Index 38

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Introduction
Your BT Freelance XA 100 is designed for ease of use and
made to the high standards set by BT.
You can expect your BT Freelance XA 100 to provide
many years of quality service. Please read the instructions
carefully before use and keep this user guide for
future reference.
DECT
By purchasing the BT Freelance XA 100 you now own
a product which combines the advantages of cordless
operation with the performance of a high quality corded
telephone. It complies with the Digitally Enhanced
Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) standard and
offers unparalleled quality and features.
This user guide applies to both the BT Freelance XA 100
and BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem telephones. Please note
the BT Freelance XA 100 range of telephones are non GAP
compatible. Please refer to page 30 for further information.

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Unpacking your BT Freelance XA 00
Check that your BT Freelance XA 100 is complete.
If anything is missing, please contact your place of
purchase immediately.
BT Freelance XA 100 handset
BT Freelance XA 100 base
Power supply for the base
(Item code 872260)
Belt clip
Telephone line cord
2 x AAA rechargeable batteries (NiMH)
Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
RedialVolume
P
Del
13
456
789
0
R
INT
Quickdial
Charging Power/
In Use

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Unpacking your
BT Freelance XA 00 Tandem
Check that your BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem is complete.
If anything is missing, please contact your place of
purchase immediately.
BT Freelance XA 100 handsets
BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem base
Power supply for the base
(Item code 006858)
Belt clips
Telephone line cord
4 x AAA rechargeable batteries (NiMH)
Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
Redial Volume
P
Del
13
456
789
0
R
INT
Quickdial
Secrecy
ABC
JKL
DEF
MNO
WXYZ
TUV
PQRS
GHI
Redial Volume
P
Del
13
456
789
0
R
INT
Quickdial

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For your records
Helpline
If you have problems with your phone, please call the
BT Freelance XA 100 and Tandem Helpline on
08706 058 047.
Date of purchase:
Place of purchase:
Serial number:
(on the underside of the base)
For guarantee purposes proof of purchase is required, so
please keep your receipt.

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General
Only use the power supply included with the product.
Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your
guarantee and may damage the telephone. The item
number for the single base is 872260. The item number
for the Tandem base is 006858.
For the handset use only approved Nickel Metal
Hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries. Never use
other batteries or conventional alkaline batteries. They
could lead to a short circuit or destroy the battery
casing. Recommended batteries should have a power
rating of 550mAh 1.2V. Batteries are available from the
BT Freelance XA 100 Helpline 08706 058 047.
Do not open the handset or base. This could expose you
to high voltages or other risks. Contact the helpline for
all repairs.
Radio signals transmitted between the handset and base
may cause interference to hearing aids.
It is recommended that advice from a qualified expert
be sought before using this product in the vicinity of
emergency/intensive care medical equipment.
It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted
you check with a medical expert before using this
product.
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious
risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic
chemicals.
Safety information

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Cleaning
Simply clean the handset and base with a damp (not wet)
cloth, or an anti-static wipe.
Never use household polish as this will damage the
product.
Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static shock.
Environmental
Do not expose to direct sunlight.
The product may heat up when the batteries are being
recharged. This is normal. However, we recommend
that you do not place the product on antique/veneered
wood to avoid damage.
Do not stand your product on carpets or other surfaces
which generate fibres, or place it in locations preventing
free flow of air over its surfaces.
Do not submerge any part of your product in water and
do not use it in damp or humid conditions, such as in
bathrooms.
Do not expose your product to fire, explosive or other
hazardous conditions.
There is a slight chance that your phone could be
damaged by an electrical storm. We recommend that
you unplug the power and telephone line cord for the
duration of the storm.

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Setting up
Follow these steps to set up your BT Freelance XA 100
or Tandem ready for use.
Plan the location
Situate your product close enough to the telephone and
mains power supply sockets so that the cables will reach.
Make sure the product is at least 1 metre away from other
electrical products to avoid interference.
Do not place your BT Freelance XA 100 or Tandem in the
bathroom or other humid areas.
Connect the power supply cable
Instructions for the BT Freelance XA 100 base
(item number: 872260)
Plug the power supply cable into the power socket
on your BT Freelance XA 100 base.
The power light on the base will come on when
the power adaptor is plugged into the wall socket.

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Warning
Do not connect the telephone line cord to the phone socket
until your handset is fully charged. This will prevent the
risk of the phone being answered before the batteries are
charged. Answering the phone before the batteries are fully
charged may prevent it from reaching its optimum capacity.
2Plug the power supply adaptor into
the wall socket
Instructions for the BT Freelance XA 100
Tandem base: (item number: 006858)
Plug the power supply cable into the power socket
on your BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem base.

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3Insert the batteries
Insert the two batteries supplied, as indicated on
the markings inside the battery compartment and
slide the battery compartment shut. The handset
display will show . This means one handset is
registered to the base. If you have purchased the
BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem the other handset
will show -2- .
Warning
Under no circumstances should NiCad or non-rechargeable
batteries be used. Only use the approved batteries. Using
unapproved batteries will invalidate your guarantee and
may damage the telephone.

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IMPORTANT
The handset(s) must always be placed on the
base face up. The base must be plugged into
the mains power socket at all times.
4Charge the handset batteries for at
least 6 hours
Before you use your BT Freelance XA 100 or
Tandem for the first time it is important to have
the handset batteries fully charged. Place the
handset(s) on the base. You will hear a long beep.
The red charging light on the base will come on
(only applicable if you have purchased the
BT Freelance XA 100) and the battery and
charging icon will be displayed on the
handset screen. Leave the handset(s) to charge
continuously for at least 16 hours to reach
full charge.
The handset(s) comes pre-registered but the
icon will flash to indicate that the handset
is linking up with the base. Once link up is
successful the icon will stop flashing and
remain steady.
Once the handset(s) is fully charged, the charging
icon will be switched off.

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Battery levels
Battery low warning
If the handset battery symbol is empty, you will hear a
warning beep every 1 minute, you will need to recharge
your handset before you can use it. The handset will
only beep every minute when it is in use. In idle mode
the empty battery icon is displayed.
Out of range warning
When the handset is in use and you go out of range of
the base it will beep every 1 minute and the icon
will flash. Move closer to the base.
Signal Strength
The BT Freelance XA 100 and BT Freelance XA 100
Tandem have range of up to 300 metres outdoors and up
to 50 metres indoors. This is in ideal conditions. The
range will be reduced when there is no clear line of
sight between the base and the handset. Thick stone
walls can severely affect the range.
Battery performance
Fully discharging the batteries at least once a week will
help them last as long as possible. However, the charge
capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time
as they wear out, so reducing the talk/standby time of
the handset. Eventually they will need to be replaced.
New batteries can be obtained from the BT Freelance
XA 100 Helpline 08706 058 047.
Note: Under ideal conditions, the handset batteries should
give about 14 hours talktime or 350 hours standby on a
single charge. Optimum times for talk and standby are
only achieved when the handset batteries are
fully charged.

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5Attach the belt clip
slot
Fit the belt clip(s) onto the back of the handset(s).
6Connect the telephone line cord to
the base
Instructions for the BT Freelance XA 100 base:
Plug the telephone line cord into the line socket
on your BT Freelance XA 100 base.

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Instructions for the BT Freelance XA 100
Tandem base:
Plug the telephone line cord into the line socket
on your BT Freelance XA 100 Tandem base.
7Connect the telephone line cord