Cobra Intenna AN-8591 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR
C O R D L E S S T E L E P H O N E
A N S W E R I N G SY ST E M
MODEL AN-8591

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Cobra®INTENNA®Cordless
Telephone Answering System Model AN-8591. This system uses the world's
first and only cordless phone with no external antennas!
With nothing to extend, bend or break, the patented INTENNA cordless
phone conceals its antennas inside the handset and base, out of your way. And
the tapeless, all-digital answering system eliminates moving parts by record-
ing greeting and messages on microchips, offering more reliability and much
faster access to messages than traditional tape-operated systems. This
unsurpassable combination (which even includes personal mailbox conve-
nience) puts the technology of tomorrow in your hands today!
Please take a moment to review this booklet and become familiar with all of
the many user-friendly convenience features built into your new Cobra
INTENNA Cordless Telephone Answering System.
If you need further assistance installing or using your new INTENNA
Cordless Telephone Answering System, please call our consumer “hotline” at
1-773-889-3087, open 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Central Time) Monday through
Friday.
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Cordless Telephone Answering System
Model AN-8591
Table of Contents
SUBJECT PAGE
Introduction................................................................................................................ 1
Installation Information ............................................................................................ 4
Quick Set-Up Guide .................................................................................................. 5
Wall-Mounting Instructions..................................................................................... 6
Using Your Phone...................................................................................................... 7
Answering/Placing Calls at the Base...................................................... 7
Answering/Placing Calls Away From The Base................................... 7
Cordless Phone Operational Features .................................................................... 8
Battery Saver Circuitry .............................................................................. 8
Channel Selection....................................................................................... 8
Compander Noise Reduction................................................................... 8
Digital Security ........................................................................................... 9
Display Window ........................................................................................ 9
Flash ............................................................................................................. 9
Handset Volume Switch ........................................................................... 9
Hearing Aid Compatibility....................................................................... 9
INTENNA System ..................................................................................... 9
Large Backlit Dialpad ................................................................................ 9
Last Number Redial................................................................................... 9
Memory Dialing ....................................................................................... 10
Out-of-Range Signal................................................................................. 11
Page/Find.................................................................................................. 11
Power Failure Reset ................................................................................. 11
Pulse/Tone Switch ................................................................................... 11
Ringer Switch ............................................................................................ 11
Secur-Loc®..................................................................................................................................11
Rechargeable Battery Information ........................................................................ 12
Battery Recharging................................................................................... 12
Replacing the Battery..........................................................................12-13
Battery Disposal........................................................................................ 13
Cleaning The Charging Contacts .......................................................................... 13
About Cordless Phone Performance..................................................................... 14
INTENNA Cordless Telephone Troubleshooting Guide .................................. 15
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Table of Contents
(continued)
SUBJECT PAGE
Answering System Operational Features ............................................................ 16
All Digital System .................................................................................... 16
Record Your Greeting.............................................................................. 16
Day/Time Stamp ..................................................................................... 16
Setting Clock ............................................................................................. 17
Voice Mailboxes ....................................................................................... 17
• General Mailbox.............................................................................. 17
• Individual Mailboxes ..................................................................... 17
• Mailbox Indicator ........................................................................... 17
2 Digit Display Codes.............................................................................. 18
Recording A Memo.................................................................................. 18
Extension Phone Control ........................................................................ 18
Call Screening ........................................................................................... 18
Playing Messages ................................................................................18-19
When Memory Is Full.............................................................................. 19
Erasing Messages ..................................................................................... 19
Ring Selector ............................................................................................. 20
On/Off Button .......................................................................................... 20
Low Battery Indicator.............................................................................. 20
Speaker Volume Control......................................................................... 20
Monitor ...................................................................................................... 20
• Screening Calls ................................................................................ 20
• Listening To Recorded Messages ............................................20-21
• Setting Remote Security Code ...................................................... 21
Remote Operation.................................................................................................... 21
Playing Messages ................................................................................21-22
When Memory is Full .............................................................................. 22
Recording a New Greeting ..................................................................... 22
Recording a Memo................................................................................... 22
Remote System Turn On/Turn Off ....................................................... 22
Answering System Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................ 23
If You Think You Need Service ............................................................................. 24
Registered with the FCC......................................................................................... 24
Limited One-Year Warranty .................................................................................. 25
Important Safety Instructions ...........................................................................26-27
Cordless Phone Accessories ....................................................... Inside Back Cover
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10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW
Installation Information
Maximum range is obtained by installing the base unit in the highest living
area of your home. The location you choose must be near an electrical outlet
and a telephone wall jack.
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AC ADAPTER (1)
ACCESSORIES
HANDSET
TALK BUTTON/
BATTERY LOW
INDICATOR
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
(on back of handset)
MEMORY 2
BUTTON
MEMORY 1
BUTTON
LO/HI
VOLUME
MONITOR
BUTTON
10 CHANNEL
BUTTON
DISPLAY
WINDOW
LAST NUMBER REDIAL
FLASH BUTTON
RINGER ON/OFF SWITCH
ANSWERING SYSTEM/TELEPHONE
BASE UNIT
PHONE (IN USE)
INDICATOR
PAGE/FIND
BUTTON
TIME SET BUTTON
CHARGE INDICATOR
SPEAKER
REVERSE
BUTTON PLAY
BUTTON MICROPHONE ON/OFF BUTTON
RING SELECTOR
SWITCH
DIGITAL DISPLAY
PULSE/TONE SWITCH
FORWARD BUTTON
GREETING
BUTTON
DELETE BUTTON
VOLUME CONTROL
9v BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
(under base)
BATTERY LOW
INDICATOR (9v)
MEMO
BUTTON
STOP
BUTTON
MAILBOX INDICATOR
MAILBOX BUTTON

Quick Set-Up Guide
The following basic steps enable quick and easy installation of your new
Cobra INTENNA Cordless Phone Answering System for use on a desk or
countertop. You are encouraged to review this complete instruction manual
to become familiar with all of the operating instructions and features of your
new phone.
NOTE: Before using, connect your new system to AC power (see instruc-
tions below) to charge it overnight (at least 12 hours) for optimum condi-
tioning of the rechargeable battery inside the cordless handset.
1. Insert round connector of power adapter into POWER jack (at rear of
cordless phone’s base; see diagram #1 below) and thread cord through
cord lock guide to prevent accidental disconnection of power. Plug
power adapter into a standard 110 VAC household electrical outlet.
Then place handset in base (either standing up or lying down) so
CHARGE indicator lights (see p. 12). See below.
2. After charging, remove the twist-tie from the phone cord and plug the
modular telephone connector into the phone jack on your wall (see
above).
3. Make sure that the RINGER switch is ON (located on handset; see p. 11
for details).
4. Set the PULSE/TONE switch (at the side of the base) for proper opera-
tion (see page 11 for details).
Note: Make sure you have charged handset in base 12 hours before
using.
Diagram #1
Connecting
power and
telephone
BASE UNIT—
REAR VIEW
ELECTRICAL OUTLET
CORD LOCK GUIDE
MODULAR PHONE JACK
POWER
AC POWER JACK
①
①≠
HANDSET
≠
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Wall Mounting Instructions
The following steps enable installation on a new or existing telephone wall-
mounting plate or directly onto a wall. (Your Cobra INTENNA is designed
to be used with any AT&T, GTE, local phone company or other wall-mount-
ing plates that can be purchased from most local electronics stores.)
• Press telephone cord into slots under the base and wrap around cord-
storage area (as shown in diagram #2, below).
• Plug modular phone connector into telephone wall jack; attach the
power adapter to the POWER connection (on the base of the phone) and
plug into to a household AC power outlet.
• Align mounting studs on the plate to the holes on the bottom of the
INTENNA base; push base onto studs and slide down on the wall plate.
To install directly on any wall, you’ll need to provide two screws and wall
anchors; follow these steps:
— Drill two holes 3 1/4” apart and insert the wall anchors.
— Drive the screws into the anchors until the head of each screw is
protruding about 1/8” from the wall.
— Align the holes in the cordless base over the screw heads; push base
in and slide down on screws (see diagram #3).
—Plug modular phone connector into telephone wall jack; attach
the power adapter to the POWER connection (on the base of
the phone; see p. 5) and plug into to a household AC power
outlet.
Note: Make sure you have charged the handset at least 12 hours
before use.
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Modular Phone Jack
Cord
Storage Area
Screw Heads
Modular Phone Jack
Diagram #3:
Installation
directly on a wall
Diagram #2:
Installation on a
telephone wall-
mounting plate
Mounting Studs

Using Your Phone
After charging the handset batteries overnight (at least 12 hours), your
Cobra INTENNA cordless phone will be ready for use.
ANSWERING/PLACING CALLS AT THE BASE
• To answer a call, just pick up handset from base when the phone rings.
TALK button will automatically light. When call is completed, return
handset to base without pressing TALK button; your phone automatically
disconnects.
• To place a call, pick-up handset from base and press and release the
TALK button (button will light). When you hear the dial tone, place your
call.
ANSWERING/PLACING CALLS AWAY FROM THE BASE
• The TALK button must be off
(not lit) when the handset is
away from the base. The phone is
ready to ring if a call is received
(RINGER Switch must be in ON
position).
• Press and release the TALK
button (button will light) to
answer or place a call.
• Press and release the TALK
button when finished with a call.
TALK button light will go off
and the call will be disconnected.
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10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW

10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW
CHANNEL SELECTION
Selectable channels are built into your Cobra INTENNA for optimum
interference-free use.
If interference begins during a
conversation:
• Press and release the 10 CHANNEL
button on the handset. Your phone will
automatically scan and advance to the
next clear channel. A confirmation tone
(two double beeps) will sound to
indicate a successful channel change.
• If an alert tone (3 beeps) sounds,
channel change was unsuccessful. In
that case, move closer to the phone base
and press 10 CHANNEL button again.
COMPANDER NOISE REDUCTION
Your Cobra INTENNA has the Cobra Clear Call®PLUS compander noise-
reduction system to minimize background noise for optimum audio perfor-
mance. The sound of your phone will be comparable to the performance of a
corded phone.
The following features offer state-of-the-art performance and the ultimate in
user-friendly convenience with your new Cobra INTENNA cordless tele-
phone.
BATTERY SAVER CIRCUITRY
The handset of this phone may be kept
away from the base (TALK light OFF) up to
7 days at a time. In this condition, it is
ready for you to answer or place calls by
pressing and releasing the TALK button.
The duration of the battery charge will
depend on your actual use of the phone in
its remote location.
Note: A warning beep tone will sound and
the TALK/BAT LOW button will flash
when the handset battery needs recharging
(see p. 12).
Cordless Phone Operational Features
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DIGITAL SECURITY
Your Cobra INTENNA features digital security coding (in accordance with
FCC regulations) to reduce the chance of interference from your neighbors'
cordless phones. These inaudible, electronic codes are transmitted automati-
cally by your phone to establish a secure link between your cordless handset
and base.
DISPLAY WINDOW
Use the back of the white "10 CHANNEL" card at the
top of the dialpad to write your phone number. Use the
tip of a paper clip to pry off the protective plastic cover;
replace card and cover to secure.
FLASH
This feature briefly interrupts the phone line so that you
may access some of the advanced features— like “Call
Waiting” and “Three-Way Calling”— that may be
offered at extra cost by your local telephone company.
Press and release the FLASH button on the handset to
answer a second phone call or place a conference call if
you subscribe to these services.
HANDSET VOLUME SWITCH
This switch allows you to change the volume of your
caller's voice; set on LO or HI volume.
HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY
Your cordless telephone handset is compatible with inductively coupled
hearing aids (HAC).
INTENNA SYSTEM
The revolutionary, patented INTENNA hidden-antenna system is a Cobra
exclusive. INTENNA is the world’s first and only full-range-power cordless
telephone that conceals the handset and base antennas inside the phone and
out of the way. No more traditional antennas to extend, bend or break.
Cobra’s hidden antennas are perfectly matched to your phone’s micropro-
cessor circuitry for optimum performance offering the ultimate in user-
friendly convenience.
LARGE, EASY-TO-READ BACKLIT DIALPAD
Dialpad lights with touch of any button for convenient dialing in a darkened
room; large numbers assist in accuracy. Dialpad also lights when phone
rings to help locate handset in the dark.
LAST NUMBER REDIAL
Each time you dial, the phone number you’re calling is
automatically saved in a special REDIAL memory. To
call that number again at a busy signal, press FLASH
(without hanging up) to get a new dial tone, then press
and release the REDIAL button. If you wish to try the
call in a few minutes, use TALK to access the dial tone, then press and
release the REDIAL button. The number will automatically be redialed. 9
10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW

10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW
Cordless Phone Features (continued)
MEMORY DIALING
Two frequently called and/or emergency telephone numbers can be stored
in the memory of your Cobra INTENNA. These numbers can be dialed
quickly with the press of the MEM 1 or MEM 2 button on the handset.
Storing Memory-Dial Numbers:
Dialing Memory-Dial Numbers:
1. Pick up the handset with TALK
indicator OFF (not lit). 2. Press and release MEM 1 button.
1. Pick up handset; press and release
TALK button to get a dial tone. 2. Press and release MEM 1 or MEM 2
button. The stored number will be
dialed automatically.
Note:If a number is stored in the PULSE mode, it will dial in PULSE. If
stored in TONE, it will dial in TONE.
5. Repeat the steps above to store a
different number for MEM 2.
3. Dial the number you wish to store
(maximum 16 digits). 4. Press and release the MEM 1 button again. 2 double beeps will
sound confirmation.
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10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW

OUT-OF-RANGE SIGNAL
If three beeps are heard immediately after the TALK switch is pressed, the
handset is too far away from the base. The handset and TALK indicator will
automatically turn off. Move closer to the base and then try your call again.
PAGE/FIND
The person using the handset away from the base, such as
in the yard, can be signalled (paged) by someone at the
base. To page someone at the handset location, press the
PAGE/FIND button for one second and the handset will
beep. To find a misplaced handset around your home,
press PAGE/FIND for at least 5 seconds; the handset will
then beep for 30 seconds, giving you time to locate the
handset. When handset is found, press TALK to eliminate
PAGE signal.
POWER FAILURE RESET
After a power failure in your home (or any time you unplug your phone
from AC power and then reconnect it), you must return the cordless handset
to the base for about thirty seconds. This automatically resets the matching
digital security codes.
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PULSE/TONE SWITCH
Your Cobra INTENNA cordless phone can be used with
any phone system because it is switchable from pulse to
tone dialing (see switch on side of the base) depending
on which service you are using. Mixed PULSE and
TONE dialing may be used (to access certain long-
distance or computerized banking services, for example)
by selecting PULSE with the base switch and then using
the button on the handset to temporarily switch to
TONE dialing. Hanging up resets to PULSE.
RINGER SWITCH
The OFF/ON switch (located on the handset) controls your
cordless handset’s electronic ringer; no ring will sound in
the OFF position.
SECUR-LOC®
This exclusive Cobra electronic circuitry is an added security measure to
protect your phone line from being accidentally accessed by a neighbor's
cordless phone. Secur-Loc activates automatically every time your cordless
handset is placed into its base.
PULSE TONE
✱

Rechargeable Battery Information
NOTE: Before using your new Cobra INTENNA cordless telephone for
the first time, you must charge the battery overnight (at least 12 hours) for
optimum long-life conditioning of the nickel-cadmium rechargeable
handset battery.
BATTERY RECHARGING
When your cordless handset battery needs recharging, the following alerts
will remind you to immediately return the handset to the base for recharg-
ing (this normally requires at least 12 hours of continuous charging):
NOTE: The CHARGE indicator will
remain on as long as the handset is in the
base, even after the batteries are fully
recharged. The batteries will not be
damaged if the handset remains in the
base continuously; the charging system
is self-adjusting and will never over-
charge the batteries.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
The rechargeable NiCad battery in your cordless phone may need to be
replaced if the handset will not function when the TALK button is pressed
after recharging for 12 hours.
Replacement batteries are available direct from Cobra (see accessories
instructions/order form at the end of this booklet or call 1-773-889-3087).
10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW
1. The TALK/BAT LOW indicator
on the handset will flash.
3. When handset has been away from
the base for a few days and needs
recharging, it will beep at 30
second intervals for five minutes.
After this time, the handset will
seem "dead". It will not flash or
beep, nor will you be able to get a
dial tone. Return handset to base
for recharging.
2. A warning (2 beeps) will sound
while you are using the phone.
This indicates you have only a few
minutes of battery power remain-
ing to complete your conversation
before the phone disconnects.
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BEEPBEEP
BEEPBEEP
BEEP
BEEPBEEP
BEEPBEEP
BEEP
10 CHANNEL
BAT LOW

REPLACING THE BATTERY (continued)
BATTERY DISPOSAL
The rechargeable nickel cadmium (NiCad) battery in this product must be
recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all applicable laws.
Certain states or municipalities require recycling and have established collec-
tion programs. Please contact your local waste removal authority for instruc-
tions, or return to Cobra for recycling. Please wrap batteries carefully and mail
postage prepaid to:
Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 W. Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707
Attn: Battery Recycling
DO NOT PUT BATTERIES INTO
FIRE OR EXPOSE TO HIGH HEAT.
THEY MAY EXPLODE.
1. Press and slide battery door on
the handset down to remove it. 2. Carefully disconnect the battery
plug and remove battery. Dispose
of properly (see BATTERY DIS-
POSAL, below).
PRESS
HERE
3. Connect the new battery and
replace battery door. Before
using new battery, return
handset to base and charge
battery overnight (at least 12
hours).
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CLEANING THE CHARGING CONTACTS
Clean the four metal charging contacts on the top and bottom of the handset
with a soft, dry cloth on a regular basis to ensure optimum performance of
the battery-charging system.
"
M
NI-CD
"Contains Nickel-Cadmium
Rechargeable Battery.
Must be recycled or
disposed of properly."
Ni-Cd

About Cordless Phone Performance
Your Cobra INTENNA cordless phone uses radio transmission to communi-
cate between the base and handset. It is thus subject to occasional interfer-
ence—static or buzzing noises, for example. These conditions may be caused
by electrical motors on household appliances, fluorescent lights, electrical
storms and other sources.
These steps will enhance the maximum performance of your new phone:
• Change channels by pressing the 10 CHANNEL button on the
handset if you experience interference.
• Don't cover the upper section of the cordless handset with your
hand (see diagram below). This may block the internal antenna
located at the top of the handset, possibly reducing the phone's range
and audio clarity. Always hold the handset at the middle or close to
the bottom.
• Avoid resting the handset on your shoulder during conversations;
this may also block the performance of the internal antenna.
• Don't plug your phone's power cord into an active AC outlet that
also provides power for a major appliance or for charging units for
cordless appliances (vacuums, screwdrivers, etc.) or other electronic
devices.
CORRECT INCORRECT
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Hold the
cordless handset at the
middle or bottom area
of your phone for
best performance.

INTENNA Cordless Telephone
Troubleshooting Guide
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If your cordless phone does not seem to operate properly, please check the
following and refer to the appropriate sections in this booklet for detailed
information:
•The phone is dead; no indicator lights are on: Are the power cord
and telephone cord connected?
•Handset beeps during conversations or when away from the base:
The batteries need recharging; return the handset to the base for
overnight recharging.
•Hearing poor audio or added interference during calls: Don’t cover
the top section of the handset with your hand or rest the phone on
your shoulder. This blocks the special internal Cobra INTENNA
handset antenna.
•Handset disconnects, loses performance and/or beeps three times
when in use away from the base: You may be out of range or your
batteries may need recharging. Move closer to the base and/or
recharge batteries.
•Unable to make a call due to interference: Select a new channel.
•Handset won’t work after a power outage or after disconnecting
phone from AC power and then reconnecting it: Return the
handset to the base for about thirty seconds to automatically reset
the security coding.
•Handset seems "dead.": Battery power has run out; return handset
to base and charge for at least 12 hours.

Answering System Operation
Gr
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CL
ALL-DIGITAL SYSTEM
This is a tapeless, all-digital answering system. All messages, memos and
greeting are digitally recorded and stored in solid state memory. This
memory will hold up to 20 minutes of recorded messages; incoming
message recording time as well as memo recording time is 60 seconds per
message. To prevent the loss of recorded messages and greeting in the
event of a power outage, install a 9v battery in the compartment on the
bottom of the unit (battery not included). When system is first installed,
digital display will “count down” from 10 to 0. This is the system set up
and will happen any time power is reconnected to system.
RECORD YOUR GREETING
(If Digital display is flashing Gr, no greeting is stored)
1. Press and hold GREETING button
2. Record your greeting after the beep—you have up to
60 seconds recording time (for best results, speak
approximately 6 inches from microphone, see p. 4 for
microphone location).
3. Release GREETING button; greeting will automatically play back to you.
4. To check your greeting, press and release GREETING button quickly. To
re-record your greeting, follow steps 1-3 above.
NOTE: If you are using the individual mailboxes, make sure you have
instructed callers in your greeting how to direct their calls. EXAMPLE (for
business use): "Thank you for calling (Name) Enterprises. We cannot speak
to you personally right now, but your call is very important to us. To leave a
message for (Customer Service), please press zero then 1; for (Order Depart-
ment), press zero then 2; for (Sales Department), press zero then 3; for
(Marketing Manager), press zero then 4; please speak after you hear the
beep. To leave a message for general information, no code is necessary. You
will have up to 60 seconds to speak. Thank you again for calling; we will
return your call as soon as possible." EXAMPLE (for home use): "You have
reached (your phone number or family name). We can't come to the phone
right now. To leave a message for (Mr. Smith), please press zero then 1; for
(Mrs. Smith), press zero then 2; for (John), press zero then 3; for (Jane), press
zero then 4; please speak after you hear the beep. For a general message, no
code is necessary. You will have 60 seconds to speak. Thank you for calling;
we will return your call as soon as possible." Remember not to say you are
out of the house or out of town on your greeting; this can help prevent
burglery.
DAY/TIME STAMP
(If Digital display is flashing CL, no day or time is
stored). When you set today’s day and time, you will hear
an announcement after every message during playback to
tell you the day and time the message was recorded.

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SETTING CLOCK
1. Press and hold TIME SET button for 2 seconds:
Day will be announced.
2. Press or to go forward or back to desired
day. Announcement of new day will be made
with each press.
3. Press and release TIME SET button to set hour. Hour will be announced.
4. Press or to go forward or back to desired hour. Announcement
of new hour will be made with each press.
5. Press and release TIME SET button to set minute. Minute will be an-
nounced.
6. Press or to go forward or back to desired minute. Announce-
ment of new minute will be made with each press.
7. Press and release TIME SET button: Complete day and time will be
announced.
8. To check day and time, press and release TIME SET button quickly. Day
and time will play back.
VOICE MAILBOXES
Incoming messages may be recorded in any one of 5 “mailboxes”. There
are four individual mailboxes and one general, enabling messages to be
directed to individuals within a household or business.
GENERAL MAILBOX
All messages will be recorded in this mailbox if not directed to any other
mailbox. Recording or playback in the general maibox is similar to a standard
answering system.
INDIVIDUAL MAILBOXES
As specified above in “Record Your Greeting”(see p. 16), greeting should
instruct caller how to use the individual mailboxes.
• For incoming messages:
To direct a call to an individual mailbox, instruct the caller to press zero +
the number of the mailbox (1, 2, 3 or 4). The system will beep and start
recording in the requested mailbox.
• For on-site use:
To use individual mailboxes while at the system, press
and release the MAILBOX button; display shows
number of mailbox you are in (A=1, b=2, C=3, d=4, no
letter=general), plus the number of messages already
stored. When you are in the desired mailbox, you have
10 seconds to choose to record a memo or play messages
(see RECORDING A MEMO or PLAYING MESSAGES, p. 18); if no
function is selected, after 10 seconds the system will return to the general
mailbox.
MAILBOX INDICATOR
If there are messages in any mailbox other than the general mailbox, the red
light next to the mailbox button will light.
▼ ▼▼
▼▼
▼
▼ ▼▼
▼
▼
▼

PLAYING MESSAGES
Follow these steps to play back messages when
message counter displays a number (for general
mailbox) or when the MAILBOX message indicator is
lit (for individual mailboxes):
NOTE: If messages are in an individual mailbox, find
mailbox number desired by pressing MAILBOX
button. It is not necessary to press MAILBOX to listen
to messages in the general mailbox, unless you are in
an individual mailbox. Then you must press MAIL-
BOX until general mailbox is reached, or you may
wait 10 seconds for system to automatically reset to
the general mailbox..
2 DIGIT DISPLAY CODES:
FLASHING CL ______________ Day/Time not set CL
FLASHING Gr ______________ Greeting not recorded Gr
Normal display _____________ Number of messages in General Mailbox 00
A + Digit ___________________ Number of messages in mailbox A A0
b + Digit____________________ Number of messages in mailbox B b0
C + Digit ___________________ Number of messages in mailbox C C0
d + Digit ___________________ Number of messages in mailbox D d0
Answering System Operation (continued)
RECORDING A MEMO
1. Press and hold MEMO button
2. Record memo after the beep
3. Release MEMO button
EXTENSION PHONE CONTROL
You may interrupt the answering system any time during greeting or incom-
ing message by lifting any extension phone. The system will stop and reset;
you may proceed with the call.
CALL SCREENING
If the phone rings while you are at the base and the INTENNA cordless
handset is in the charging cradle, you may determine if you want to answer
the call: let the system answer. Listen to the caller's voice over the speaker. If
you lift the handset less than 10 seconds after the greeting has begun, the
system will stop and the TALK button will automatically light; you may then
proceed with the call. If it has been more than 10 seconds, you must lift the
handset and press TALK to stop the system and proceed with the call. Use the
handset to screen calls when it is away from the base with the MONITOR
function (see p. 20).
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PLAYING MESSAGES (continued)
1. Press and release PLAY to hear messages from the begin-
ning; the display will indicate the number of the message
being played.
2. Skip to next message by pressing and releasing
3. Repeat message by pressing and releasing
4. To go forward or backward to any message, press and hold or
until the desired message number is reached, then release.
5. To pause or stop the system for 30 seconds, press the STOP
button ; the system will stop on the message being played.
During the 30 seconds, you may:
a. play current message by pressing and releasing
b. play next message by pressing and releasing
c. play messages from message 1 by pressing and releasing PLAY
d. delete all messages in that mailbox by pressing and releasing
DELETE for 2 seconds.
After 30 seconds, the unit will reset to receive mode and the
number of messages in the general mailbox will be displayed. The
system will answer a call during the 30 second pause.
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WHEN MEMORY IS FULL
When the message recording capacity has been reached (total of 20
minutes for all mailboxes plus greeting), the system will ring 10 times
before it answers. When it answers, instead of the greeting, the caller
will hear 3 beeps and will not be able to leave a message. The system
will then disconnect. You must erase messages from the system in order
for it to be able to record messages again.
ERASING MESSAGES
1. To erase a message while it is being played, press and release
DELETE button. The message being played will be deleted
and the next message will play back (NOTE: the message
number will not change, since the “next” message is now the
current message, eg., when message 2 is deleted, message 3
becomes message 2).
2. To erase all messages in a mailbox during playback,
press and release STOP , then press and hold
DELETE for about 2 seconds. During PLAY, only
individual messages can be erased.
3. If the system is not in use, you may erase messages in any of the 5
mailboxes by pressing DELETE for about 2 seconds in that mailbox.
You will hear a beep and the display window will reset to “0” for that
mailbox. NOTE: To erase an individual message, you must be in
PLAY.
STOP
DELETE
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DELETE
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