Huawei U.S. Cellular FT2260 User manual

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HUAWEI FT2260 Home Phone
Connect Quick Start
Introduction
Top View
Note:
The figures are only for your reference, the actual shape and color of the product may
differ slightly.
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8910
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2345
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* Note: Never place a USB-based device into the USB port of the Home Phone Connect under any
circumstances. Doing so may damage the device and negate its warranty. The port was designed
for diagnostic purposes only; it is not intended for customer use.
Bottom View
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Battery cover
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Battery slot
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Battery port
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Wall-mounting brackets
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Power on/off switch
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Antenna port
2
Telephone port 1
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Signal strength indicators
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Telephone port 2
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Battery indicator
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USB port*
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Power indicator
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DC 12V power port
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Voice mail indicator

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Installation
Installing the Battery
Note:
The system will stop charging the battery when the ambient temperature is outside of
the temperature range allowed for charging (14°F to 113°F).
When the power adapter is connected, the battery will automatically charge.
When fully charged, the battery will automatically stop charging.
Remove the battery if the device will be unused for a period exceeding 2 weeks.
The battery is intended for backup purposes only (in the event of a power failure).
The device takes 3.5 hours to charge fully. The charge time may be impacted by
environmental factors.
Talk time is about 2 hours and standby time is about 36 hours, but the actual values
vary with the network environment.
Remove the battery cover. Carefully insert the battery connection cable into the battery port. The
connection cable will click into place when correctly inserted. Place the battery in the battery slot
and return the battery cover.
Installing the Antenna
Make sure the device is turned off. Align the antenna with the antenna port on the device as
illustrated below. Screw the antenna into the port, ensuring that the connection is secure.

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Installing the Power Adapter
Under normal usage, the device relies on the external power adapter for its power supply.
Insert the power adapter into the DC input port, and plug the unit into an AC wall outlet.
Note:
Back up battery power will only be used during power failure or if the external power
adapter is not in use.
Connecting the Device to a Telephone
The device provides two telephone ports. The ports use the same telephone number.
Plug one end of a telephone cable (RJ11) into a telephone port and the other end into the back of a
home telephone or home telephone base unit.

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Do not plug Home Phone Connect into your telephone wall jack. This configuration is not
supported unless you have taken steps to disconnect the landline wires coming into your home.
Note:
The telephone cable is not included.
The device and telephone cable are for indoor use only.
Only corded telephones connected directly to the Home Phone Connect will receive
service.
If the Home Phone Connect is connected to a cordless phone base station, any
extension phones compatible with that base station will also receive service.
Powering on the Device
Press the button to power on the device. When the device is on, the power indicator will be
blue.

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Note:
Press and hold the button for 1 second to power off the device.
Activating the Device
If your device has not yet been activated, please follow the steps below:
1. Dial * 2 2 8 from your home telephone and follow the instructions to program your Home
Phone Connect.
2. You will hear a confirmation message once programming is complete.
Note:
If you are porting your home telephone number to Home Phone Connect service, you
will not be able to receive calls until the porting process has been completed.

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Understanding the Indicators
The table below describes possible states for each of the device indicators.
Icon
Indicator
Status
Voice mail
Blinking Blue
New Message
Battery
Blue
Full Charge
Blinking Blue
Partial Charge
Blinking Red
Low Charge
Signal Strength
Both Blue
Strong
One Blue
Moderate
One Blinking Blue
Weak
Power
Blue
The device is on
Making Calls
Note:
Your V Home Phone Connect may require 10-digit dialing in most areas. Customers
may need to use the three-digit Area Code when dialing local and long distance
numbers.
Your Home Phone Connect does not support rotary or pulse dialing phones.
1. Before making a call, make sure at least one signal strength indicator ( ) is lit up (or
blinking).
2. Place a call by entering the desired telephone number. The number will be dialed
automatically.

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3. When your call is complete, hang up or return the phone to the receiver to ensure that you can
receive calls.
Call Forwarding
Home Phone Connect allows customers to forward calls to another phone number, including your
mobile phone or office number. Your home phone will not ring until you deactivate the service.
Airtime applies to forwarded calls even if you send the call to wire line telephones. When
forwarding calls to phone numbers outside your local calling area, you will be billed for any toll,
long distance and airtime charges incurred. Additional per-minute charges may apply to all
forwarded calls. This feature is also known as “Immediate Call Forwarding”.
To Activate Call Forwarding:
1. Dial * 7 2.
2. Immediately enter the phone number where you want calls to be forwarded (e.g.
*72-212-123-4567).
3. You will hear a confirmation tone.
4. Hang up your home phone or return the phone receiver to its base.
To Deactivate Call Forwarding:
1. Dial * 7 3.
2. You will hear a confirmation tone.
3. Hang up your home phone or return the phone receiver to its base.
Fax Machine Compatibility
Your Home Phone Connect does not support incoming or outgoing fax service.

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Home Security Systems
Your Home Phone Connect may not be compatible with certain Home Security systems. Please
check with your security system provider to confirm the compatibility requirements of your Home
Security system.
911 Calls
Since the Home Phone Connect Adaptor is designed for an indoor environment, please be
prepared to provide your location inside the premises to public service personnel. The GPS
chipset embedded in this device will work best if the device is located near a window or other
opening.
Note:
While the Home Phone Connect Adaptor has a backup battery, if the landline device
requires external power to operate, service (including the ability to make and receive
911 calls) will not be available during a power outage.
Please refer to the User Manual for more details.
Version: V100R001_01 Part Number: XXXXXXXX