iDect Loop Plus User manual

Loop Plus
Loop Plus Twin
Loop Plus Triple
Loop Plus Quad
DECT Telephone With
answering machine
Binatone Helpline
(for UK only)
Mon - Fri - 8.00am to 8.00pm
Sat - 8.30am to 2.00pm
Tel: [phone]
**Please note that all calls are
charged at local rate
Or visit our websites: www.binatonetelecom.com
www.iDECTonline.com
Before operating this set,
please read these instructions carefully.
USER GUIDE
THIS EQUIPMENT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR MAKING
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE CALLS WITHOUT MAINS
POWER. ALTERNATIVE ARRANGEMENTS SHOULD BE
MADE FOR ACCESS TO EMERGENCY SERVICES.

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TECHNICAL DETAILS
STANDARD DIGITAL ENHANCED CORDLESS TELECOMMUNICATION (DECT)
FREQUENCY RANGE 1.88 TO 1.9 GHZ (BANDWIDTH = 20 MHZ)
CHANNEL BANDWIDTH 1.728 MHZ
OPERATING RANGE UP TO 300M OUTDOORS; UP TO 50M INDOORS
OPERATING TIME STANDBY: 100 HOURS, TALKING: 10 HOURS
BATTERY CHARGE TIME:15 HOURS
TEMPERATURE RANGE OPERATING 00C TO 400C, STORAGE -200C TO 600C
ELECTRICAL POWER BASE UNIT:
VTECH – VT04EUK06045 / VT04EEU06045
INPUT 100-240VAC 50/60HZ 150MA, OUTPUT 6VDC 450MA
TENPAO:S003IB0600045/S003IV0600045
INPUT 100-240VAC 50/60HZ 150MA, OUTPUT 6VDC 450MA
RUIJING - RJ-AS060450B001 / RJ-AS060450E002
INPUT 100-240VAC 50/60HZ 150MA, OUTPUT 6VDC 450MA
CHARGER UNIT:
VTECH – VT04EUK06045 / VT04EEU06045
INPUT 100-240VAC 50/60HZ 150MA, OUTPUT 6VDC 450MA
TENPAO:S003IB0600045/S003IV0600045
INPUT 100-240VAC 50/60HZ 150MA, OUTPUT 6VDC 450MA
RUIJING - RJ-AS060450B001 / RJ-AS060450E002
INPUT 100-240VAC 50/60HZ 150MA, OUTPUT 6VDC 450MA
BATTERY INFORMATION
CORUN-NI-MH AAAJ400, TYPE NI-MH (RECHARGEABLE BATTERY) VOLTAGE
RATING 400MAH, 2 X 1.2V AAA SIZE
GPI-VT40AAAHC, TYPE NI-MH (RECHARGEABLE BATTERY) VOLTAGE RATING
400MAH, 2 X 1.2V AAA SIZE
COSLIGHT-LH040-3AH45, TYPE NI-MH (RECHARGEABLE BATTERY)
VOLTAGE RATING 400MAH, 2 X 1.2V AAA SIZE
USE ONLY ADAPTORS AND BATTERIES LISTED ABOVE.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if the baery is replaced by an incorrect type.
Dispose of used baeries according to the instrucons.
Port specicaon
The port (connected to the mains power supply) is a SELV port with respect to EN41003.
The port (connected to the telephone line) is a TNV port with respect to EN41003.
CLEANING AND CARE
Do not clean any part of your phone system with benzene, thinners or other solvent chemicals
as this may cause permanent damage, which is not covered by the Guarantee.
When necessary, clean it with a damp cloth.
Keep your phone system away from hot, humid condions or strong sunlight, and don’t let it get wet.
Every effort has been made to ensure high standards of reliability for your phone system.
However, if something does go wrong, please do not try to repair it yourself, but consult your
supplier or call the Helpline.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................... 7
2 INSTALLING YOUR PHONE .................................................10
2.1 Connecng the Base Staon........................................................ 10
2.2 Installing and Charging the Rechargeable Batteries in the Main
Loop Handset .................................................................. 10
3 GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE.............................................12
3.1 Handset Overview........................................................................ 12
3.2 Base Staon Overview (For Models With TAM base) .................. 15
3.3 Handset LCD Display Icons and Symbols ..................................... 16
3.4 Menu Structure............................................................................ 18
3.5 Text and Digit Entry Table ............................................................ 18
3.5.1. Lan Character Set.................................................................. 19
4 USE YOUR PHONE .............................................................20
4.1 Make a Call................................................................................... 20
4.1.1. Preparatory Dialing ................................................................. 20
4.1.2. Direct Dialing........................................................................... 20
4.1.3. Call from the Phonebook ........................................................ 20
4.1.4. Search Alphabecally for Phonebook Entries......................... 21
4.1.5. Call from the Call List .............................................................. 21
4.1.6. Call List Entry........................................................................... 21
4.1.7. Call from the Redial List .......................................................... 21
4.1.8. Out of Range Warning............................................................ 22
4.2 Answer a Call ............................................................................... 22
4.3 Adjust Earpiece and Speakerphone Volume ................................ 22
4.4 Mute a Call................................................................................... 22
4.5 End a Call ..................................................................................... 23
4.6 Call Timer ..................................................................................... 23
4.7 Set the Silent Mode ..................................................................... 23
4.8 Turn the Keypad Lock ON/OFF..................................................... 23
4.9 Redial the Last number................................................................ 23

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4.9.1. Redial a Number from the Redial List ..................................... 23
4.9.2. Store a Redial Number into the Phonebook ........................... 24
4.9.3. Delete a Redial Number.......................................................... 24
4.9.4. Delete the Enre Redial List.................................................... 24
4.10 Find the Handset (PAGING).......................................................... 25
4.11 Make an Internal Call ................................................................... 25
4.11.1.Call Another Handset.............................................................. 25
4.11.2.Call All Handsets ..................................................................... 26
4.11.3.Transfer an External Call to Another Handset......................... 26
4.11.4.Make a 3-way Conference Call................................................ 26
5 PRIVATE PHONEBOOK .......................................................27
5.1 Store a Number Entry in the Phonebook..................................... 27
5.1.1. Entering Names....................................................................... 27
5.1.2. Wring Tips............................................................................ 28
5.2 Review an Entry ........................................................................... 28
5.3 Dial an Entry................................................................................. 28
5.4 Edit a Phonebook Entry ............................................................... 29
5.5 Delete a Phonebook Entry ........................................................... 29
5.6 Delete the Enre Phonebook Entries........................................... 29
5.7 Check Phonebook Status ............................................................. 30
6 PHONE SETTINGS ..............................................................31
6.1 Date and Time Sengs................................................................ 31
6.1.1. Set the Date Format................................................................ 31
6.1.2. Set the Time Format ............................................................... 31
6.1.3. Set the Time, Date, and Year.................................................. 32
6.2 Handset Sengs .......................................................................... 32
6.2.1. Set the Direct Call ................................................................... 32
6.2.2. Alarm ...................................................................................... 33
6.2.3. Set the Ringer Melody for External Calls................................. 34
6.2.4. Set the Ringer Melody for Internal Calls ................................. 35
6.2.5. Set the Ringer Volume ............................................................ 35

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6.2.6. Set Alert Tones ....................................................................... 36
6.2.7. Set the Language (Varies Among Models) ............................. 36
6.2.8. Rename the Handset .............................................................. 37
6.2.9. Set the Auto Answer .............................................................. 37
6.3 Base Sengs................................................................................ 37
6.3.1. Set the Base Ringer Volume.................................................... 38
6.3.2. Set the Flash Time (Menu Opons Vary Among Models)....... 38
6.3.3. Change the System PIN Code.................................................. 39
6.4 Reset Your Phone......................................................................... 39
6.5 Register a Handset ....................................................................... 40
6.6 Deregister a Handset ................................................................... 41
7 CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT) ........................42
7.1 Call List......................................................................................... 42
7.2 View the Call List.......................................................................... 42
7.3 Store a Call List Number into the Phonebook.............................. 43
7.4 Delete an Entry in the Call List..................................................... 43
7.5 Delete the Enre List of the Call List............................................ 43
7.6 View the Details of the a Call Entry.............................................. 43
7.7 Call list Category .......................................................................... 44
8 ANSWERING MACHINE (FOR MODELS WITH TAM BASE) ...45
8.1 Switching TAM On/O ................................................................. 45
8.2 Play messages on TAM................................................................. 46
8.3 Delete all Messages in the Answering Machine .......................... 46
8.4 Record Memo on the Answering Machine .................................. 47
8.5 Answering Machine Sengs (Base Only)..................................... 47
8.5.1. Set the Answer mode.............................................................. 47
8.5.2. Set the TAM language (Varies Among Models)....................... 48
8.5.3. Record your Outgoing Message (OGM).................................. 48
8.5.4. Playback the Outgoing Message (OGM) ................................. 49
8.5.5. Delete a personalized OGM (Set OGM to default).................. 49
8.5.6. Set the Answer Delay.............................................................. 50
8.5.7. Set the Recording Time of Incoming Message........................ 50

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8.5.8. Turn On or O the Base Screening.......................................... 51
8.5.9. Remote Access........................................................................ 51
8.5.10.Change the Compression Rate................................................ 52
9 TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................55
10 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY........................................56
11 GUARANTEE AND SERVICE ................................................58
11.1 While the unit is under Guarantee .............................................. 58
11.2 Aer the Guarantee has expired.................................................. 58

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1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please follow these safety instrucons when using your telephone
equipment to reduce risk of re, electric shock and injury:
1) Read and understand all the instrucons.
2) Follow all warnings and instrucons marked on the product.
3) Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4) Keep this product away from hot, humid condions or strong
sunlight, and don’t let it get wet or use it near water (for example,
near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool).
5) Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result
in the risk of re or electric shock.
6) Unplug this product from the wall outlet and obtain the service of
our Repair Centre under the following condions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If the product fails to operate normally despite following the
operang instrucons.
• If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.
• If the product exhibits a disnct change in performance.
7) NEVER use your phone outdoors during a thunderstorm. Unplug the base
from the telephone line and the mains socket when there are storms in
your area. Damage caused by lightning is not covered by the guarantee.
8) Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
9) Use only the supplied NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) baeries that
came with your phone or an authorised replacement recommended
by the manufacturer. There is a risk of explosion if you replace the
baery with an incorrect baery type. The use of other baery
types or non-rechargeable baeries/primary cells can be dangerous.
They may cause interference and/or damage to the unit or
surroundings. The manufacturer will not be held liable for damage
arising from such non-compliance.

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10) Do not use third party charging pods. Damage may be caused to the
baeries.
11) Please ensure that the baeries are inserted in the correct polarity.
12) Dispose of baeries safely. Do not burn, immerse them in water,
disassemble, or puncture the baeries.
Package contents
The package contains the following items:
• 1 Handset
• 1 Base staon
• 1 AC power adapter
• 1 Telephone line cord
• 2 AAA NiMH rechargeable baeries
• User’s manual
Note: If you have purchased a Twin, Triple or Quad system, you will also
have the corresponding extra handset(s) and baeries, a charging pod
and a back cover for each extra handset.
Connecon and Condions for Use
You can connect your phone to a direct exchange line (DEL) on a local
exchange with its own phone number; to an extension socket connected
to a DEL; or to an extension on an approved compable PBX. Do not
connect as an extension to a pay phone.
The ringer equivalence numbers (REN) of all equipment (phones, fax
machines, modems, etc.) connected to an exchange line must not add
up to more than 4, otherwise one or more of them may not ring and/
or answer calls correctly. The phone has a REN of 1, and most other
telephones have a REN of 1 unless marked otherwise.

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Handset & Base Connecon
1) When purchased, all handsets are already registered to the base unit
and should link to it when they are all powered up.
2) To use your cordless handset and base unit together, you must be
able to establish a radio link between them. The signal between the
handset and the base unit is in accordance with the normal standards
for a DECT phone: Maximum range up to 300 metres outdoors or 50
metres indoors. Be aware that:
> Large metal objects, such as refrigerators, mirrors or ling
cabinets, between the handset and the base unit may block the
radio signal.
> Solid structures, such as walls, may reduce the signal strength.
> Electrical equipment may cause interference and/or aect the
range.
3) Do not place the base unit close to another telephone, TV or audio
equipment - it may cause interference.
4) Pung the base unit as high as possible ensures the best signal.
5) If the sound in the earpiece becomes faint or distorted during a call,
you may be going out of range of the base unit. Move nearer to the
base unit within 20 seconds; otherwise the line may be cut o.

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2 INSTALLING YOUR PHONE
2.1 Connecng the Base Staon
1) Plug the mains power cable and telephone line
cord into the base staon.
2) Plug the power adapter into a 100 - 240Vac, 50 -
60Hz mains power socket, and the telephone line
cord into a telephone line socket.
Warning:
Always use the cables provided in the box.
Use only the supplied adaptor. Using other power cables may damage the
unit.
Note:
Place the base unit within easy reach of the mains power socket.
Never try to lengthen the mains power cable.
The base staon needs mains power for normal operaon, and the
cordless handsets will not work without it.
2.2 Installing and Charging the Rechargeable Baeries in the
Main Loop Handset
1) Insert the 2 supplied baeries into the baery
compartment, observing the correct polarity
(see markings inside baery compartment).
Warning: Use only the supplied NiMH
rechargeable baeries.
2) Place the back cover over the back of the
handset and press down unl it clicks into
place.
3) Place the handset on the base and charge for
15 hours before using the handset for the rst
me.

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• Thehandsetwillgiveadoublebeepwhenitisproperlyplacedon
thebaseandthebaerychargingindicatoronthebaselightsupto
indicatecharging.
Note: The handset may become warm when the baeries are being
charged or during prolonged periods of use. This is normal and does not
indicate a fault.
If you have a broadband line
If you connect your telephone to a line with a broadband connecon,
you will need to insert a micro-lter between the telephone and the
telephone line; otherwise you may get interference between the
telephone and the broadband, which could cause problems.
In a home with broadband, every telephone must have a micro-lter
connected, not just the one at the telephone point that your modem is
connected to.
If you need more broadband micro-lters contact your broadband
supplier.

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3 GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE
3.1 Handset Overview
③
②
⑫
⑥
④
⑦
⑩
⑪
①
⑤
⑧
⑨

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①MIn idle mode: Press to access the main menu.
In sub-menu mode: Press to conrm the selecon.
During a call: Press to access Intercom/Phonebook/
Redial List/ Call List.
②m
In idle mode: Press to iniate an intercom call.
In main menu mode: Press to go back to idle screen.
In sub-menu mode: Press to go back to previous
menu.
In sub-menu mode: Press and hold to go back to idle
screen.
In eding / pre-dial mode: Press to delete a character
/ digit.
In eding / pre-dial mode: Press and hold to delete all
the characters / digits.
During a call: Press mute / unmute the microphone.
While the handset is ringing: Press to turn o the ring-
er volume.
③+
In idle mode: Press to access the call list.
In menu mode: Press to scroll up the menu items.
In Phonebook list / Redial list / Call List: Press to scroll
up the list.
During a call: Press to increase the volume.
During ringing: Press to increase the ringer volume.
④-
n idle mode: Press to access the redial list.
In menu mode: Press to scroll down the menu items.
In Phonebook list / Redial list / Call List: Press to scroll
down the list.
During a call: Press to decrease the volume.
During ringing: Press to decrease the ringer volume.

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⑤TIn idle / predialing mode : Press to make a call.
In Redial list / Call List / Phonebook entry: Press to
make a call to the selected entry in the list.
During ringing: Press to answer a call.
⑥O
During a call: Press to end a call and go back to idle
screen.
In menu / eding mode: Press to go back to previous
menu.
In menu / eding mode: Press and hold to go back to
idle screen.
In idle mode: Press and hold to power on/o the
handset.
In predialing mode: Press to insert a ash.
During a call: Press to dial a ash.
⑦
ALPHA-
NUMERIC
KEYPAD, *,
#
Press to insert a digit / character / * / #
* key in idle mode: Press and hold to enable or
disable the keypad lock.
* key during a call (in Pulse mode): Press to switch
to tone mode.
<#> key in idle mode: Press and hold to turn on / o
the ringer.
<0> key in predialing / number eding mode: Press
and hold to insert a pause.
<#> key in Call List mode: Press to review caller’s num-
ber if applicable.

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⑧H
During a call: Press to turn on / o the speakerphone.
In Idle mode / predialing mode / Redial list / Call List
/ Phonebook entry: Press to make a call with speaker-
phone.
During ringing: Press to answer a call with speaker-
phone.
⑨PIn idle mode: Press to access the phonebook list.
⑩FDuring a call using the handset: Press to turn on or
turn o the booster feature.
⑪MICRO-
PHONE
⑫EARPIECE
3.2 Base Staon Overview (For Models With TAM base)
⑩
⑨

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①Press to page your handset(s).
Use during registraon mode
②Press to turn the answering machine on or o.
③
Press <REPEAT> to repeat the playing message.
Press <REPEAT> twice to play the previous
message.
④Press <SKIP> to skip to the next message.
⑤
Press once Play/STOP will play the message
Press once again Play/STOP due playing the
message will be stop
⑥
Press to delete the playing message
When the phone is not in use, press twice to delete
all previously reviewed messages.
⑦/⑧ /
Press to adjust the volume during message playback.
When the phone is not in use, press to adjust the
telephone base ringer volume.
⑨TAM indicator
light
- On when TAM is ON
- Flashes if new TAM messages are recorded, or when
TAM is being used.
⑩CHARGING
CRADLE
3.3 Handset LCD Display Icons and Symbols
The LCD display gives you informaon on the current status of the
telephone.

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More blocks indicate a stronger recepon signal.
Less blocks indicate a weaker recepon signal.
Indicates a call is in progress.
Flashes when there is an incoming call.
Indicate that the ringer is switched o.
Steady when an alarm is set. Flash when the alarm me set
before reaches.
Indicate that the keypad is locked.
Indicate when the baery is fully charged.
Whole icon ashes when the baery performs inial charging.
Internal block icon ashes when the baery is in nal charging
stage.
Indicate when the baery needs charging.
Flash when low baery power level is detected.
Indicate new TAM message / new call in TAM message list / call
list.
Indicates the speakerphone is turned on.
Indicate when there are received new Visual Message Waing
(VMWI) not yet read. Will disappear when all the visual
messages have been read.
Indicates when the handset booster is acvated.

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3.4 Menu Structure
In idle mode, press <MENU/OK> will rstly access the Call List menu.
Refer to the following for the menu structure.
Main
Menu
CALL LIST PHONE-
BOOK
BS SETTINGS HS SET-
TINGS
REGISTRA-
TION
DEFAULT ANS. MACHINE
(ONLY FOR MODELS
WITH TAM BASE)
Sub
menu
Review Call
List
Under a
selected
Call List
entry:
DETAILS
ADD TO PB
DELETE
DELETE ALL
CATERGO-
RY
Review
phonebook
list
Under a
phonebook
entry:
ADD
VIEW
EDIT
DELETE
DELETE ALL
PB STATUS
BS RINGER
RING VOL-
UME
LANGUAGE
DELETE HS
FLASH TIME
CHANGE PIN
ECO RANGE
FIRST RING
CALL SHARE
PBX ACCESS
AREA ODE
CARRIER
CODE
DIRECT ALL
ALARM
RING SETUP
TONE SETUP
EQUALIZER
LANGUAGE
RENAME HS
AUTO
ANSWER
DATE &
TIME
MAILBOX
DIRECT
MEMORY
PIN? PIN? DEL ALL OLD?
MEMO
TAM ON/OFF
TAM SETTINGS
3.5 Text and Digit Entry Table
The following tables show you where each leer and punctuaon
character can be found. Respecve character table will be used when
corresponding menu language is selected. This will be helpful when
storing a name in the phonebook and renaming your handset.
In eding mode, a cursor is displayed to indicate the current text entry
posion. It is posioned at the right of the last character entered.
Wring Tips:
Once a character is selected, the cursor will move to the next posion
aer a short pause.
You can move the cursor within the text by . to amend the text entry.
Press mto delete the last character.
Press and hold m to delete the enre text string.

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3.5.1. Latin Character Set
Key
Alphanumeric Eding
(For phonebook name eding and renaming handset)
Number Eding
(For phone number edi-
ng, date/me eding)
Key
press 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th
1 space - 1 1
2 A B C 2 2
3 D E F 3 3
4 G H I 4 4
5 J K L 5 5
6 M N O 6 6
7 P QR S 7 7
8 T U V 8 8
9 W X Y Z 9 9
0 0 0, P (Pause)
* * ? / \ ( ) *
# # ‘ , - . & #

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4 USE YOUR PHONE
Switch ON/OFF the Handset
When the handset is in idle mode, press and hold Oto switch the
handset o. To switch the handset on, press and hold O.
4.1 Make a Call
4.1.1. Preparatory Dialing
1. Enter the phone number, maximum 24 digits. If you make a mistake,
press Mto delete the last digit.
2. Press Tto dial the number.
4.1.2. Direct Dialing
1. Press Tto take the line.
2. Enter the phone number to dial.
4.1.3. Call from the Phonebook
1. In idle mode, press Pto access the phonebook list.
OR
Press Mthen .to select PHONEBOOK. Press M.
NOTE
The rst phonebook entry will be displayed. If there is no entry in the
phonebook, it will show “EMPTY”.
2. Press . to select the desired phonebook entry.
3. Press Tto dial the number.