Philips VOIP8551B/05 User manual

Master EN Telephone Answering Machine
Warning
Use only rechargeable batteries.
Charge the handset for 24 hours before use.
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Table of contents 1
1Important 4
1.1 Power requirements 4
1.2 Digital security system 5
1.3 Software licences 5
1.4 Conformity 6
1.5 Environmental 6
1.6 Recycling & disposal 6
1.7 Electric, Magnetic and
Electromagnetic Fields ("EMF") 7
2 Your phone 8
2.1 What’s in the box 8
2.2 What else will you need 8
2.3 Overview of your phone 9
2.4 Overview of the base station 10
2.5 Display icons 10
2.6 The menus 11
3Gettingstarted 12
3.1 Connect the base station 12
3.2 Connect your charger 12
3.3 Install your handset 12
3.4 Checking the battery level 13
3.5 Settings before first use 13
3.6 Log in to Skype 14
4 General description 15
4.1 What is standby mode? 15
4.2 Checking the signal strength 15
4.3 Switching your handset
ON/OFF 15
4.4 Setting the clock 15
4.5 Menu structure 17
5 Skype on your phone 21
5.1 What is Skype? 21
5.2 Skype, landlines and mobiles 21
5.3 Commonly used terms 21
5.4 Using Skype on this phone 21
6Call 24
6.1 Make a regular call 24
6.2 End a call 26
6.3 Answer a call 26
6.4 During a call 26
6.5 Make a second landline call 27
6.6 Answer a second landline call 27
6.7 Answer a second Skype call 27
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7 Intercom and Conference
Calls 28
7.1 Calling another handset 28
7.2 Internal call during an
external call 28
7.3 Transferring a call 28
7.4 Conference call 29
8 Text and Numbers 30
8.1 Entering text and numbers 30
8.2 Switching between uppercase,
lowercase and numeric 30
8.3 Entering symbols 31
9Contactlist 32
9.1 View the contact list 32
9.2 Call from the contact list 32
9.3 Shared phonebook 32
9.4 Adding a contact 33
9.5 Send a voicemail to your
Skype contact 33
9.6 Manage your contacts 33
9.7 Handling a contact request 34
10 Your Skype profile 35
10.1 Public details 35
10.2 Private details 35
11 Call History 36
11.1 Call history options 36
12 Custom Options 38
12.1 Personalizing your phone’s
display 38
12.2 Personalizing your phone’s
sounds 39
13 Calling Features 40
13.1 Auto answer 40
13.2 Auto hang-up 40
13.3 Skype call features 40
13.4 Landline call features 41
14 Network Services 44
14.1 Voicemail 44
14.2 Voicemail Call forward 46
14.3 Call back 46
14.4 Cancel call back 46
14.5 Withhold identity 46
15 Extra Features 48
15.1 Keypad lock 48
15.2 Missing handset(s) 48
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16 The System 49
16.1 Set your country 49
16.2 Register the handset 49
16.3 Unregister a handset 49
16.4 Change the system PIN 50
16.5 Reset the default settings 50
16.6 Network settings 50
16.7 Country codes list 52
17 The Answering Machine 53
17.1 Turning on the answering
machine 53
17.2 Turning off the answering
machine 53
17.3 Setting the answering
machine language 54
17.4 Setting the answer mode 54
17.5 Outgoing messages (OGM) 54
17.6 Incoming messages (ICM) 55
17.7 Record memo 56
17.8 Call screening 56
17.9 Message alert 57
17.10 Setting the ring delay 57
17.11 Remote access 57
18 Default (pre-programmed)
settings 59
19 Technical Data 61
20 Frequently asked
questions 62
21 Glossary 64
22 Index 66
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4Important
1Important
This product is not designed for making
emergency telephone calls when the
power fails. Skype is not a replacement
for your ordinary telephone and cannot
be used for emergency calling. Alternative
arrangements should be made for access
to emergency services.
1.1 Power requirements
• This product requires an electrical
supply of 100-240 volts, single-phase
alternating current, excluding IT
installations defined in standard EN
60950-1.
• The electrical network is classified as
dangerous according to criteria in the
standard EN 60950-1. The only way to
power down this product is by
unplugging the power supply from the
electrical outlet. Ensure the electrical
outlet is located close to the apparatus
and is always easily accessible.
• The voltage on the network is
classified as TNV-3
(Telecommunication Network
Voltages, as defined in the standard EN
60950-1). Following a power cut, the
call in progress, as well as the date and
time settings will be lost.
Warning
• Do not allow the handset to come into
contact with liquids or moisture.
• Do not open the handset, base station
or charger. This could expose you to
high voltages.
• Do not allow the charging contacts or
the battery to come into contact with
conductive materials.
• There is a slight chance that your
product could be damaged by an
electrical storm. We recommend that
you unplug the product from the
power supply and telephone socket
during a storm.
• Do not use the handset in an explosive
hazard area such as where there is gas
leaking.
• It is recommended that this product is
not used near intensive care medical
equipment or by persons with
pacemakers.
• This product can interfere with
electrical equipment such as answering
machines, television, radio, and
computers if placed too close. We
recommend that you position the base
station at least one meter from such
appliances.
• Use only the mains adapter supplied
with this equipment. Incorrect adapter
polarity or voltage can seriously
damage the unit.
• RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE. Never use non-rechargeable
batteries. Use the recommended type
supplied with this product. NiMH
batteries must be disposed of in
accordance with the applicable waste
disposal regulations.
• USE ONLY WITH PROVIDED
ADAPTOR
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Important 5
Base adapter:
Nantong Daming
DM-SC060050 (VDE and UK plug)
Input: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 0.1A
Output: 6VDC 500mA
Power Systems Technologies (SZ) Co., Ltd.
M901.0170E (VDE plug) & M901.0170X
(UK plug)
Input: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 0.1A
Output: 6VDC 500mA
Charger adapter:
ESL IW156E (VDE plug) & IW156U (UK
plug)
Input: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 0.2A
Output: 6VDC 150mA
• USE ONLY WITH PROVIDED
BATTERIES
Recommended battery:
CORUN Ni-MH AAA750 1.2V 750mAh
SANIK Ni-MH SN-AAA75H 1.2V 750mAh
BYD Ni-MH H-AAA750A 1.2V 750mAh
• Handsfree activation could suddenly
increase the volume in the earpiece to
a very high level: make sure the
handset is not too close to your ear.
• This equipment is not designed to
make emergency calls when the power
fails. An alternative has to be made
available to allow emergency calls.
• Do not expose the phone to excessive
heat caused by heating equipment or
direct sunlight.
• Do not drop your phone or allow
objects to fall on your phone.
• Do not use any cleaning agents
containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene,
or abrasives as these may harm the set.
• Do not use the product in places
where there are explosive hazards.
• Do not let small metal objects come
into contact with the product. This can
deteriorate audio quality and damage
the product.
• Active mobile phones in the vicinity
may cause interference.
About operating and storage
temperatures:
• Operate in a place where temperature
is always between 0 and 35º C.
• Store in a place where temperature is
always between -25 and 45º C.
• Battery life may be shortened in low
temperature conditions.
Metallic objects may be retained if placed
near or on the handset receiver.
1.2 Digital security system
Your cordless phone uses a digital
security system to protect against false
ringing, unauthorized access, and charges
to your phone line.
There is a unique digital security code
programmed in each unit. When the base
and the handset are powered up the first
time, the handset automatically links with
the base ready for normal and secure use.
If you have purchased additional
accessory handset(s), you will need to
follow the registration procedure in
“Register the handset” in this manual to
maintain intact the digital security.
1.3 Software licences
This product contains open source
software packages. An overview of these
packages, the licences and/or notices that
apply to them, and the source code for a

6Important
number of these packages are available in
the on-line product documentation,
which is visible on
www.philips.com/support.
1.4 Conformity
We, Philips declare that the product is in
compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. This
product can only be connected to the
analogue telephone networks of the
countries mentioned on the packaging.
You can find the Declaration of
Conformity on www.philips.com/support.
1.5 Environmental
Remember to observe local regulations
regarding the disposal of your packaging
materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment. Promote their recycling
where possible.
1.6 Recycling & disposal
Disposal instructions for old products:
The purpose of the WEEE directive
(Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment; 2002/96/EC) is to ensure that
products are recycled using the best
available treatment, recovery and recycling
techniques to ensure human health and
high environmental protection. Your
product is designed and manufactured with
high quality materials and components
which can be recycled and reused.
Do not dispose of your old product in
your general household waste bin.
Inform yourself about the local separate
collection system for electrical and
electronic products marked by this
symbol.
Use one of the following disposal options:
• Dispose of the complete product
(including its cables, plugs and
accessories) in the designated WEEE
collection facilities.
• If you purchase a replacement
product, hand your complete old
product back to the retailer. The shop
should accept it as required by the
WEEE directive.
Disposal instructions for batteries:
Batteries should not be
disposed of with general
household waste.
Packaging information:
Philips has marked the packaging with
standard symbols designed to promote
the recycling and appropriate disposal of
your eventual waste.
A financial contribution has been
paid to the associated national
recovery & recycling system.
The labelled packaging material is
recyclable.

Important 7
1.7 Electric, Magnetic and
Electromagnetic Fields
("EMF")
1. Philips Royal Electronics
manufactures and sells many
consumer oriented products which
usually, as with any electronic
apparatus, have the ability to emit
and receive electro magnetic signals.
2. One of Philips' leading Business
Principles is to take all necessary
health and safety precautions for our
products, to comply with all
applicable legal requirements and to
stay well within the EMF standards
applicable at the time of producing
the products.
3. Philips is committed to develop,
produce and market products that
cause no adverse health effects.
4. Philips confirms that if its products
are handled properly for their
intended use, they are safe to use
according to scientific evidence
available today.
5. Philips plays an active role in the
development of international EMF
and safety standards, enabling Philips
to anticipate further developments
in standardisation for early
integration in its products.

8 Your phone
2 Your phone
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips!
To fully benefit from the support that Philips offers, register your product at
www.philips.com/welcome.
2.1 What’s in the box
* Optional line adaptors may be included in the box.
2.2 What else will you need
• A telephone line and an Internet connection (High speed Internet 512kb minimum
recommended).
• Also needed a router or a modem-router with a free ethernet port.
HandsetBase station
Guarantee
NiMH AAA
Rechargeable
Batteries x 2
Power supply
for the base
User Manual on
CDROM
Line Cord* Quick start guide
One Ethernet cable
(with RJ45
connector)
Charger with power
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2.3 Overview of your phone
AEarpiece
B New event LED
New calls, messages, voicemails
C Left Softkey <
Select the function displayed on the
handset screen directly above it.
Access main menu
DRightSoftkeyC
Select the function displayed on the
handset screen directly above it.
Redial the last number
Delete text or digit(s)
Cancel operation
E Skype key :
Access contact list
Confirm of selection during menu
operation
F Up key u
Moves cursor up a row
Increase earpiece volume
Enter Skype status menu
GLeftkey[
Moves cursor left
H Right key ]
Moves cursor right
IDownkeyd
Moves cursor down a row
Decrease earpiece volume
Enter call history
JTalk/Recallkeyr
Make and receive calls
Send flash signal
K End/On/Off key e
End call
Exit menu/operation
Turn handset on/off
LStarkey*
Dial
Switch between lowercase and
uppercase during editing mode
MPause/Keylockkey#
Dial # and enter pause
Lock/Unlock keypad
N Intercom/Conference key i
Make intercom call
Make conference call
O Mute key M
Mute/unmute microphone
P Speaker key v
Turn speaker on/off
Q Microphone
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2.4 Overview of the base station
AOn/Offkeyo
Turn the answering machine on/off
B Volume down ,
Decrease/Increase speaker volume
C Delete key f
Delete messages
D Previous key P
Skip backward during playback
ENextkeyF
Skip forward during playback
F Play/Stop key p
Play messages
Stop message playback
G Message counter
Display message number
Display answering machine operation
Display volume level during setting
A Paging key V
Find handset(s)
Enter registration mode
B Line LED L
Blink when receiving a call
Lit when base is on
C Skype line key and LED S
Toggle between “Online” and
“Away” status
Lit during “Online” status
2.5 Display icons
Each icon gives you a visual message of
your handset status:
Battery is fully charged*
Battery is low
Battery is charging
In range
Out of range
Speaker on
New missed call
New voicemail
New authorization request
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Microphone muted
Keypad locked
Headset attached
*Optimal battery life is reached after 3
cycles of complete charging (over 15
hours) and discharging, allowing
approximately 10 hours of talk-time and
150 hours of stand-by time.
Each icon gives you a visual message of
your Skype status:
Offline
Online
Away
Do Not Disturb
2.6 The menus
Your phone offers a variety of features
and functions grouped in the menus.
2.6.1 Browsing the menus
The main menu includes the Contacts,
History, Skype Status, Add Contact,
Answer Machine and Settings menus.
From standby mode, you can,
•Press
< MENU to enter the main
menu.
•Press
:to view the contact list.
•Press
u to enter the Skype Status
menu.
•Press
dto enter History menu.
Tip
Use uor dto navigate the menus.

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3 Getting started
3.1 Connect the base station
Connect the output plug of the
mains adapter to the bottom of the
base station and the mains adapter
to a standard wall outlet.
Connect one end of the ethernet
cable to the ethernet socket on the
bottom of the base station and the
other end to an ADSL/Cable modem
or a router or a switch/hub
connected to the Internet.
Connect the telephone line cord to
the phone socket at the bottom of
the base station and the wall phone
socket.
3.2 Connect your charger
Connect the mains adapter to a
standard wall outlet.
3.3 Install your handset
Warning
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS
REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
Never use non-rechargeable batteries.
Use recommended type supplied with
this product. NiMH batteries must be
disposed of in accordance with the
applicable waste disposal regulations.
Note
Charge the handset(s) for 24 hours
before initial use!
The batteries are pre-installed in
your handset. Before charging,
remove the pull-tape.
Place the handset on the charger.
When the handset is placed
correctly in its charging position, a
tone will be emitted and the battery
icon will scroll , indicating
that the battery is charging. Once
the battery is fully charged, the
battery icon will appear
steadily.
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Note
Handset may get warm during initial
charging. This is normal. The handset may
take a few seconds to power up.
3.3.1 Replacing your batteries
If there is a need to replace your
batteries, always use the recommended
battery type (see page 5).
Warning
Check the battery polarity when inserting
in the battery trail. Incorrect polarity may
damage the product.
Use the coin or screwdriver to turn
the battery cover screw in an
anticlockwise direction to unlock
the cover.
Pull open the battery trail.
Place the new rechargeable batteries
in the correct polarity as indicated
into the battery trail.
Close the trail and turn the battery
cover screw in a clockwise direction
to lock the cover.
Note
Please use a coin or screwdriver that is
the right shape and size for the screw that
is used. Otherwise you may damage the
screw when tightening it.
3.4 Checking the battery level
The battery icon displays the current
battery level.
Your handset may power down shortly if
it is not charged after the battery is
empty. If you are on the phone when the
battery is nearly empty, you will hear
warning tones. Place the handset on the
charger unit to recharge the batteries.
Otherwise, your call may be cut off
shortly after the warning.
3.5 Settings before first use
Before you first use your handset, you
will be asked to set the language, accept
an agreement and select the country
where the phone is to be used.
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Battery full.
Battery is 2/3 full.
Battery is 1/3 full.
Battery is low. Require
charging.
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3.5.1 Setting your language
This setting determines the display
language of the menus and messages.
Select your language.
Press
Select to confirm.
Note
If you need to re-configure your language
setting, see “Set the display language” on
page 38.
3.5.2 Review the agreement
Read the agreement carefully. It is
necessary that you understand and accept
the terms and conditions of the
agreement before using the phone.
Press uor dto scroll through the
agreement.
Press
Accept to accept the
agreement and proceed.
Warning
If you do not accept the agreement, you
will not be able to access Skype features.
3.5.3 Select your country
It is necessary to set the correct country
for the phone to work properly according
to your country’s standards.
Select your country.
Press
Select to confirm.
Note
The phone is best configured for the
available countries in the list. Please refer
to the country codes list on page 52 to
see your country's international calling
code.
If you need to re-configure your country
setting, see “Set your country” on
page 49.
3.6 Log in to Skype
After an automatic restart, your phone
will prompt you to log in into your Skype
account.
If you do not have a Skype account, you
may create a new account using your
phone.
3.6.1 Logging in as an existing
Skype user
Press
Menu .
Select
Skype Status > Sign In .
Enter your Skype name. Press
OK or
select your user name if displayed.
Enter your Skype password. Press
OK .
• The screen prompts you to save your
password for auto reconnect in
future.
Press
Yes to confirm.
• Your phone will automatically log
into your Skype account every time
the base unit powers up.
OR
5Press No for one-time login.
• Your phone will prompt you to log
into your Skype account the next
time the base unit powers up.
3.6.2 Creating a new Skype
account
Select
Create new account . Press
Select .
Follow the steps on page 21 to create a
new Skype user.
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4 General description
4.1 What is standby mode?
Your phone is in standby mode when it is
idle. The standby screen displays your
Skype status icon, your Skype ID (if
available), the handset number, the
system time, the signal icon, and the
battery icon. The backlight goes off after
a few seconds. This is a normal status.
4.2 Checking the signal strength
The signal icon displays the link status
between the handset and the base unit.
Signal icon : The handset and base
unit are linked. They can communicate.
No signal icon : The handset and base
unit have lost link. They are not able to
communicate. Take your handset closer
to the base unit to reconnect the link.
Note
If your handset has lost link, you will not
be able to make or receive any calls. You
will also not be able to carry out many of
the phone's functions and features.
4.3 Switching your handset ON/
OFF
4.3.1 Switching off your handset
Press and hold efor 2 seconds.
• The power menu is displayed.
Scroll to
Switch Off . Press Select .
• The handset is switched off.
Note
Your handset cannot receive any calls if
the power is switched off.
4.3.2 Switching on your handset
Press e.
• The handset may take a few
seconds to power up.
4.4 Setting the clock
Your phone has a calendar and digital
clock. Set the date and time before initial
use of the phone.
Note
After resetting the phone, you may have
to set the date and time again.
4.4.1 Set the time
Note
If you use this menu to set the time
manually, your phone will use this new
setting, and stop automatic update until
the base power is reset.
Press
Menu .
Select
Settings > Time & Date >
Time . Press Select .
Use digit keys to enter the Hour /
Minute.
Press
OK to confirm the setting.
• The setting is saved.
4.4.2 Select Daylight saving
Press
Menu .
Select
Settings > Time & Date >
Daylight saving . Press Select .
Select the Daylight saving.
Press
OK to confirm the setting.
• The setting is saved.
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4.4.3 Select the time format
Press
Menu .
Select
Settings > Time & Date >
Time format . Press Select .
Select the Time format.
Press
OK to confirm the setting.
• The setting is saved.
4.4.4 Set the date
Press
Menu .
Select
Settings > Time & Date >
Date . Press Select .
Use digit keys to enter the Month /
Day / Year.
Press
OK to confirm the setting.
• The setting is saved.
4.4.5 Select the date format
Press
Menu .
Select
Settings > Time & Date > Date
format
. Press Select .
Select the date format.
Press
OK to confirm the setting.
• The setting is saved.
4.4.6 Select the date separator
The date separator is a symbol such as a
slash that separates the month, day, and
year (i.e. 08/12/2009). Your phone
supports 4 styles (: / . -).
Press
Menu .
Select
Settings > Time & Date > Date
separator
. Press Select .
Select the date separator.
Press
OK to confirm the setting.
• The setting is saved.
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4.5 Menu structure
The table below describes the menu tree of your phone. Press <
MENU in idle mode
to enter each option. Use navigation keys ud[] to navigate within the menus.
Contacts Add contact
Online skype contact Call
Send voice mail
View profile
Rename
Remove
Block
Phone number contact SkypeOut call
Regular call
Details
Rename
Remove
Share on phone
Offline skype contact Call
Send voice mail
View profile
Rename
Remove
Block
Contact details not
known
Request details
Call
Send voice mail
View profile
Rename
Remove
Block