Doro CARE User manual

User Guide
Care Telephone
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY
BEFORE USING THE PRODUCT

PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL SAFE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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BELOW.

DORO CARE CONTENTS
LIST OF CONTENTS
Connecting
Location of controls ..........................................1
Unpacking ..................................................2
Important information .........................................2
Batteries ...................................................3
Connecting .................................................3
Hearing aid compatible ........................................3
Locating the telephone ........................................3
Use
Speaker phone function ........................................4
Making a call ...............................................4
Last number redial ...........................................4
Volume control (handset/speaker phone) ...........................5
Adjustable ringer .............................................5
Alarm function ..............................................6
Remote alarm button ..........................................6
Alarm response options ........................................6
Voice message ..............................................6
Recording voice message ......................................7
To check voice message .......................................7
Direct memory buttons/call list ..................................7
Storing direct memories .......................................7
Memory dialing ..............................................7
Additional network services ....................................7
Other
Advanced settings ............................................8
Programming tone signals ......................................8
External alarm button .........................................8
How the alarm works .........................................9
Fault finding ................................................10
Technical support ............................................10
Guarantee ..................................................10
Declaration of conformity ...................................... . .

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DORO CARE LOCATION OF CONTROLS
1Telephone hook switch 12 Direct memories
2Socket for external alarm button 13 Handset earpiece volume
3Last number redial 14 Ringer Off/Low/High
4Telephone line cord socket 15 Speaker phone button
5Recall button 16 Ring signal indicator
6Power supply (PSU) socket 17 Power indicator (Green light)
7Stop/alarm off button 18 Battery low indicator (Red light)
8Alarm message record 19 Loudspeaker
9Memory store 20 Handset curly cord socket
10 Speaker phone volume control 21 Keypad buttons 0-9, *, #
11 Alarm button 22 Microphone

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DORO CARE UNPACKING
DORO CARE
User guide
Congratulations on purchasing your new DORO CARE telephone. The DORO
CARE is supplied with a cordless alarm button making operation simple. The
telephone is hearing aid compatible, has a speakerphone function, last number
redial, adjustable receiver and speakerphone volume and four direct memories.
UNPACKING
In the box you should find the following items:
#Telephone
#Handset
#Curly cord
#Power adaptor (PSU, rated at 11v DC, 300mA, centre +ve).
#Line cord
#Backup batteries (6 x 1.5v type AAA, Alkaline batteries).
#Cordless alarm button.
#Cordless alarm battery (1 x 12v type 23A, Alkaline battery).
#User guide
Please contact your retailer, if an item is missing or damaged.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The DORO CARE has been designed and manufactured to give safe operation, and
ease of installation and use.
WARNING: Emergency service numbers 999/112 etc, must not be programmed into
memory.
The range of the remote alarm button is dependent on any atmospheric interference,
and the installation/location of the base unit. Try to activate the telephone via the
alarm button in different locations within your property. If the remote control signal is
not received, relocate the telephone, avoiding large metal objects and sources of
interference ie: Television, Computers etc. The average range is between 15-40
meters.

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DORO CARE
BATTERIES
The unit requires 6 x 1.5V AAA batteries (supplied). Use only good quality Alkaline
batteries.
The unit will NOT function during power failure if backup batteries are not installed.
#Ensure the telephone line cord is not connected to the network wall socket.
#Remove the retaining screw securing the battery cover on the underside of the unit.
#Insert the backup batteries observing correct polarity, and refit the battery cover.
Remote alarm button requires 1 x 12v type 23A (supplied). Use only a good quality
Alkaline battery.
#Remove the battery cover by carefully sliding it out.
#Insert the battery observing correct polarity, and refit the cover.
IMPORTANT!
If the backup batteries are almost discharged (or not connected) the battery
indicator will begin to flash. Change the backup batteries immediately.
CONNECTING
#Connect the line cord to the outlet socket marked LINE and the other end to a
telephone wall point.
#Connect the curly cord to the socket on the left hand side of the telephone, and to
the handset socket.
#Connect the power adaptor (PSU) to the socket marked POWER, and the other
end to a mains power point, switch on the mains power.
#Ensure Earpiece volume is set to minimum. Lift the handset and check if there is
dial tone, adjust the earpiece volume as required.
HEARING AID COMPATIBLE
The DORO CARE is hearing aid compatible. Switch your hearing aid to the T
position.
LOCATING THE TELEPHONE
#The DORO CARE should if possible be connected to your network master socket.
#Do not locate the telephone near TV’s, computer monitors, etc. This is to eliminate
the risk of interference of the remote signal, ie NO operation.
#Do not locate the phone in direct sunlight, close to other strong heat sources or in
humid conditions.
#Ensure the mounting surface cannot easily be marked. In some rare cases the
rubber feet may cause discolouration/marking.

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SPEAKERPHONE FUNCTION
You may upon connection of the telephone, or, upon moving it to another network
telephone socket, find the speakerphone function initially will not operate. This can be
overcome by lifting the handset for 2-3 seconds. The speakerphone will not operate
if the backup batteries and mains power adaptor (PSU) are not installed.
MAKING A CALL BY USING THE HANDSET
#Lift the handset and wait for the dial tone. Adjust the earpiece volume control.
#Dial the required telephone number.
#To terminate the call replace the handset.
If you wish to switch to the speakerphone during the call, press the speakerphone
button and replace the handset.
MAKING A CALL BY USING THE SPEAKERPHONE
#Press the speakerphone button and adjust the speaker volume.
#Dial the required telephone number.
#Speak clearly towards the microphone located at the front of the telephone.
#Press the speakerphone button again to terminate the call.
If you wish to switch to the handset during the call, lift the handset and continue your
conversation
.
IMPORTANT!
Please note: While using the speakerphone function, the stronger speech signal will be
given priority, ie both parties will NOT be able to talk at the same time.
Please ensure that if the speakerphone function is to be used, that the telephone is not
installed into a noisy enviroment.
WARNING!
Please note: The microphone for the hands free speaker will only detect voice within
its immediate proximity, the further you move away from the unit, or if you are out of
the room location, will result in no communication being possible.
LAST NUMBER REDIAL
If the telephone number you call is busy or you wish to redial it again, you do this
by lifting the handset and pressing the redial button .

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VOLUME CONTROL
The level in the handset and the speakerphone can be adjusted using the switches
located on the right hand side of the telephone.
Volume control for the handset (5 steps).
Volume control for the speakerphone
ADJUSTABLE RING SIGNAL
The telephone has three different ringer volume settings, allowing you to select
between Off, low and high.

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ALARM FUNCTION
#The alarm activates by the pressing and holding the alarm button for
2 seconds, on either the telephone, or remote alarm.
#If the alarm function is accidently triggered, press and hold the STOP
button, until the telephone alarm button illuminates Green.
#A corded alarm button may also be installed, please refer to page 8 for
further details.
#All telephone numbers will be dialled (M1 - M4) until someone answers, at
which point your recorded message will be played.
#If the person called then presses the #button, this will activate the DORO
CARE hands free function. (REFER TO ‘WARNING’ ON PAGE 4).
#If there is no response the DORO CARE will wait for 60 seconds before
dialing the next memory number.
#The memories will be dialled for up to 14 times.
#Several of these functions can be adjusted, please refer to the advanced
alarm settings on page 8.
REMOTE ALARM BUTTON
A remote alarm button is supplied and can be carried by
#A Belt clip.
#A Neck-strap.
#An Arm-strap.
You must install a quality Alkaline battery (1 x 12v type 23A) for the remote button
to function.
ALARM RESPONSE OPTIONS
There are three alternative options available to the person being called.
#Press # - To connect to the speaker phone and terminate the voice message. After
approximately 3 minutes you will hear a warning tone, press #again to continue
the call for 3 minutes. Press the *button to terminate the call.
#Press *- To turn off the alarm and terminate memory dialing.
#Press nothing - After 60 seconds the telephone will dial the next memory number.
VOICE MESSAGE
If the alarm function is triggered a Voice message (30 seconds maximum) will be
played.
Example messages:
#-"This is Simon Smith at 10 Bridge street in London. I need help. Press # to
connect this call to speakerphone operation".
#-"This alarm is from the store at 10 Bridge street in London. We are in trouble
and need help immediately. Press *to confirm you have received this message to
stop this telephone dialling other people".

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RECORDING A VOICE MESSAGE
#The telephone handset can be on or off the base.
#Press and hold down REC (located under the right hand flap).
#Release the button when you hear a short tone.
#Speak clearly towards the base unit or handset (if lifted) microphone.
#To terminate your recording press STOP.
#Replace the handset if in use.
TO CHECK YOUR VOICE MESSAGE
#Press and release the REC button.
DIRECT MEMORY BUTTONS/CALL LIST
#The telephone has four direct memory buttons, M1, M2, M3 and M4.
#The phone will dial the memories in turn (M1 - M4) when the alarm function is
activated.
#For reference a picture or symbol can be placed under the sliding cover.
#The people whose numbers are programmed into memory should be advised on the
Alarm Response Options available when they receive a call from the DORO
CARE.
STORING DIRECT MEMORIES:
#Press the programme button .
#Enter the telephone number you wish to store (max 16 digits).
#Press the programme button again.
#Select the memory location M1 - M4.
MEMORY DIALLING USING THE HANDSET:
#Lift the telephone handset and wait for dial tone.
#Press the required memory button (M1-M4). The required telephone number will
be dialed.
#Replace the handset once the call is finished.
MEMORY DIALLING USING THE SPEAKER PHONE:
#Press the memory button (M1-M4).
#The speaker phone will activate and the required telephone number will be dialed.
#Press the speaker phone button when the call is finished.
ADDITIONAL NETWORK SERVICE
Additional PBX or network operator services can be accessed using the Rbutton. The
telephone supports Timed Break recall operation.