NEC 900i User manual

Cordless Phone
Installation and
User Guide
85456DINS02
900i
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This manual has been developed by NEC America. It is intended for the
use of its customers and service personnel, and should be read in its entire-
ty before attempting to install or program the system. Any comments or
suggestions for improving this manual would be appreciated. Forward your
remarks to:
NEC America Inc., Corporate Networks Groups
4 Forest Parkway
Shelton, CT 06484
cng.nec.com
Nothing contained in this guide shall be deemed to be, and this guide does
not constitute, a warranty of, or representation with respect to, any of the
equipment covered. This guide is subject to change without notice and
NEC America has no obligation to provide any updates or corrections to
this guide. Further, NEC America also reserves the right, without prior
notice, to make changes in equipment design or components as it deems
appropriate. No representation is made that this guide is complete or accu-
rate in all respects and NEC America shall not be liable for any errors or
omissions. In no event shall NEC America be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use of this guide.
©2001 by NEC America. All Rights Reserved
Printed in U.S.A.
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1. Installation
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Section 1
Installation
In this section Page
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Selecting the Installation Location . . . . . . . .1-6
Connecting the Telephone Line . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Connecting the Telephone Cord . . . . . . . . . .1-6
Applying Power to the Base Unit . . . . . . . . .1-7
Applying Power to the Desktop Charger . . .1-7
Attaching the Belt Clip to the Handset . . . . .1-8
Installing the Handset Battery . . . . . . . . . . .1-8
Charging the Handset Battery . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Charging the Spare Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-9
Low Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10
Cleaning the Battery Contacts . . . . . . . . . .1-10
Upgrading the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-11
Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12
Desk Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12
Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13
Backup AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13
System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16
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Precautions
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Before you read anything else, please observe
the following:
WARNING!
NEC America Inc. DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To
reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, DO NOT
expose this unit to rain or moisture.
LEAD-ACID BATTERY WARNING
• This equipment contains a rechargeable lead-acid battery.
• Do not completely discharge the battery.
The lead-acid batteries are similiar to your car battery. If you com-
pletely discharge it, then you may possibly damage the battery. Keep
the second battery in the charging cradle until it’s needed. It can
remain there for one month without damage.
• The rechargeable lead-acid battery contained in this equipment may
explode if disposed of in a fire.
• You can continue to recharge or interrupt recharging the lead-acid bat-
tery without creating a memory-effect, unlike Ni-CD batteries.
• Do not charge the rechargeable lead-acid battery used in this equip-
ment in any charger other than the one designed to charge this battery
as specified in this guide. Using another charger may damage the bat-
tery, or cause the battery to explode.
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Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and
injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for clean-
ing.
4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a sink or in
a wet area.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.
6. To protect the product from overheating, do not block or cover any
slots or openings in the base unit. This product should never be
placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Do not locate this product where the cord will be damaged by per-
sons walking on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result
in the risk of fire or electrical shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the base
unit slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product.
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11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this prod-
uct. Contact qualified service personnel when service or repair
work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause
electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally when following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are cov-
ered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage, and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product
to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped, or the cabinet has been dam-
aged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the
leak.
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the bat-
tery, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the appropriate type and size battery specified in this
Operating Guide.
2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery. The battery contents are cor-
rosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic
if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the bat-
tery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys.
The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
5. Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this
product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations
specified in the instruction manual provided for this product.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and battery
charger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Selecting the Installation Location
Select a location for the phone that avoids excessive heat or humidity. The
base unit can be placed on a desk or tabletop near a standard 120V AC outlet
and telephone line jack. The base unit can also be mounted on a standard
AT&T or GTE wall plate using the Wall Mount Adaptor. If the phone is to be
paired with a keyset, place both phones in the same area. Keep the base unit
and handset away from sources of electrical noise (motors, fluorescent lighting,
computers).
Connecting the Telephone Line
There are two types of phone outlets:
1) Modular Jack
Plug the telephone line cord from the base unit into a standard modular tele-
phone jack.
2) Hardwired Jack
A modular jack converter (not included) is required. You may need to
rewire when connecting the converter (making color-coded connections).
Connecting the Telephone Cord
CAUTION:
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the KSU.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
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From
Telephone
Jack
Line "IN"
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Applying Power to the Base Unit
Use the supplied 10V adaptor.
Applying Power to the Desktop Charger
Use the supplied 9V AC adaptor. Wrap the power cord around the convenient
notch on the bottom.
IMPORTANT! Route the power cord where it will not create a trip hazard, or
where it could become chafed and create a fire or other electrical hazard.
Note: The AC adaptors furnished with this phone may be equipped with a
polarized line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug
will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Do not alter the shape of the blades
of the polarized plug.
Note: If you cannot plug the AC adaptors into the outlet, contact someone
about replacing the outlet.
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AC
Adaptor
Line Out to
Optional Nitsuko
Telephone
Line In from
Telephone
Jack
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Installation
Before using your phone, be sure to raise the antenna to the vertical position.
Attaching the Belt Clip to the Handset
You can use the Belt Clip to attach the handset to your belt or pocket for con-
venient portability.
Remove the cover on the back of the handset near the antenna.
Slide the Belt Clip into the opening. Push
until it snaps into place.
To remove the Belt Clip, press the tab
inwards (using a screwdriver, if needed)
toward the belt clip. Slide out and replace
with the cover.
Installing the Handset Battery
1. Remove the battery cover from the handset.
2. Slide the top of the battery into position, then lower the bottom portion into
place. Note that the battery and handset both have positive and negative
indications. Make sure to place the battery in the handset so the indications
match.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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