Philips DECT5150S/00 User manual

Safety information: this equipment is not designed to make emergency calls when power fails.
An alternative should be made available for access to emercgency calls.
Conformity : See page 12.A copy of the original certificate can be obtained on request to the
customer care centre.
Power requirements: this product requires an electrical supply of 220 240 volts, alternating
monophased current, excluding IT installations defined in standard EN 60 950.
WARNING ! the electrical network is classified as hazardous according to criteria in the
standard EN 60 950.The only way to power down this product is to unplug the power supply
from the electrical outlet. Ensure the electrical outlet is located close to the apparatus and is
always easily accessible.
Telephone connection: the voltage on the network is classified as TNV 3 (Telecommunication
Network Voltage as defined in the standard EN 60 950)
Safety precautions: do not allow the handset to come into contact with water. Do not open
the handset.You could be exposed to high voltages. Do not allow charging contacts or batteries
to come into contact with conductive materials.
nvironmental care: please remember to observe the local regulations regarding the disposal
of your packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old phone and where possible promote
their recycling.
Using GAP standard compliance
The GAP standard guarantees that all DECTTMGAP handsets and base stations comply with a
minimum operating standard irrespective of their make.Your handset is GAP compliant, which
means the minimum guaranteed functions are : take the line, receive a call and dial.
Using a non-Philips GAP base station
To register the Philips additional handset to a non Philips base station, follow the base station
instructions described by the other manufacturer.Then follow the instructions on page 5 to
register the Philips additional handset.There will be only a few menus available.
Using Philips base stations
If you register the additional handset to a Philips DECT 511 or DECT 515 base station, the
handset will have all the features described in the corresponding complete set user guide.
If you register the additional handset to another Philips base station, only a limited number of
menus will be available. Please refer to the corresponding complete set user guides.
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Philips has marked the battery and packaging with standard symbols designed to promote the
recycling and appropriate disposal of your eventual waste.
The labelled packaging material is recyclable.
A financial contribution has been paid to the associated national recovery & recycling system.
DECTTMis a trade mark of ETSI registered for the benefit of the implementers of the DECT technology
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The handset
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Clear/Recall
To correct a digit when
predialling or a character
when editing
A short press to go back
one menu when navigating
Long press to return to
idle mode when navigating
To insert R for operator
services when on line
Line key
Press to take the line,
answer a call or hang up.
Loudspeaker
Press to take the line or activate
the handset loudspeaker during a
call
A long press to activate the base
loudspeaker when listening to a
message (DECT 515 only)
SMS key
Short press to directly access
Send new SMS from idle mode
Short press from the Phonebook
or the Call log menu to edit an SMS
Call transfer/Intercom
Short press to initiate or
cancel internal call
Short press during internal
call to transfer the call or
switch between internal call
and External call
Short press to answer an
internal call or to release an
internal call
Keypad lock & dition
Short press to insert *
Long press to lock/unlock the
keypad
Long press to insert R (in
between digit pause) when dialling
Long press to enter multitap
mode or Eatoni®editor when
editing
Short press to change the letter
when editing in Eatoni®
Alarm clock
A short press to dial 0
- A long press to activate/
deactivate the alarm clock
Do not disturb & case mode
Short press to insert #
when dialling
Long press to activate or
deactivate the “Do Not
Disturb” mode
Long press to insert a
pause (P) when dialling
Press to switch case mode
when editing
Pilot key
Press to enter the carousel or
select a menu or an option
Scroll to move through the
menus & options or move the
cursor left or right
Scroll up to reach Call log
from idle mode
Scroll down to reach
Phonebook from idle mode
Long press to unlock the
keypad
Microphone
arpiece
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The handset display 3
The handset display
The display gives information about the operation of your telephone
The answer machine is activated (DECT 515). When blinking, this symbol
indicates that there is a new message on the answer machine or on the operator
voice mailbox. When fast blinking it shows that the answer machine is full.
When charging, the battery bars scroll from empty to full status.
When the handset discharges, the battery shows the status :
Full , 2/3 , 1/3 and empty .
An internal call is in progress. When blinking, this symbol indicates that there
is an internal incoming call.
The handset loudspeaker is activated. When blinking, this symbol shows that
the base loudspeaker is activated (only for DECT 515).
The ringtone is deactivated.
The SMS function is activated. When blinking, this symbol indicates that a new SMS
has been received. When fast blinking, it indicates that the SMS memory is full.
The handset is registered and in range of the base. When blinking, this symbol
indicates that the handset is not registered to the base.
An external call is in progress. When blinking, this symbol indicates that there
is an incoming external call in progress or that the line is already busy.
On first use, it is sometimes necessary to wait for a few minutes of charge before seeing icons
on the display.
In idle mode, the DECT 511/515 display shows various information: the date & time, the name
of the handset and the instructions to access the menu, missed calls , new SMS or new
messages (answer machine) or network voicemailbox message , if any, “Do Not
Disturb” mode , and the alarm clock , if activated (To activate/deactivate these functions
press or ).
Philips screen saver
After 2 minutes of inactivity, the screen saver is displayed:
You can deactivate it (see p. 7)
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Batteries and menu system
4
Installing and replacing the batteries in the handset
To insert the batteries, open the battery cover, place the batteries as indicated and put the
battery cover back.When the handset is placed on the base station the 3 battery bars scroll (if
charge is needed). Allow the handset to charge for 24 hours to reach full charge. On first use it
may be necessary to wait for a few minutes before seeing symbols on the display.
In case you need to change the batteries, the following type is mandatory 2HR AAA NiMh 600 mAh.
Warning: the base station must always be plugged into the mains when charging or when in use. Always
use rechargeable batteries.
Battery life and range
Batteries should not be disposed of with general household waste.
Battery life in standby
mode
Battery life in
communication
Indoor range Outdoor range
up to 200 hours up to15 hours up to 50 metres up to 300 metres
A battery low alert will inform you that the batteries have to be recharged. If it happens during a
call, the communication will be shortly cut. Optimal battery life is reached after 3 cycles of complete
charge & discharge.When reaching the range limit and the conversation becoming crackly, move clo
ser to the base.To reach optimal range, place the base station away from electrical appliances.
Understanding the menu system
To access the carousel menu from idle mode, press on the side
of the handset The carousel represents a loop of icons that gives
access to the different first level menus.
Scroll up or down to reach the desired menu and select
The sub menus are listed and represented by little squares at the
bottom of the display.To reach one particular sub menu use the
“pilot key” and press to validate your choice.
A “tick” shows the selected sub menu or option.The shows
the option you are browsing.
Note: some menus are also directly accessible via a dedicated key on
the keypad like the SMS menu with or the Intercom with .
Direct dialling
Take the line and dial on the keypad
Predialling
Dial on the keypad and take the line
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Handset 5
Handset
Registration
The additional handset will get full capability when it is registered to the base station (see p. 1).
You can register up to 6 handsets to the DECT 511 or DECT 515 base station.
Unplug and plug back in the mains supply to put the base in registration mode
With the additional handset, press to start the registration
Enter the 4 digit RC code written on the sticker
placed under the base station and press OK
To register a handset
To unregister a handset
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Note: should you have your handset serviced alone, please make sure it is unregistered from the
base station before taking it back to the repair centre.
Enter the 4 digit RC code and press OK
Scroll to Un-register handset and select
Scroll to Registration and select
Choose the handset to un register from the list and press OK
This feature allows you to monitor the baby’s room. Place the handset in the room to be
monitored and you will hear the noise coming from the room on the additional handset.
Babysit mode
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
To activate/deactivate the babysit mode
if there are at least 2 handsets
Press to select Babysit mode
Select ON or scroll to OFF and select
Note: an intercom is necessary to monitor the room (see page 8).
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Handset
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Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Scroll to Rename handset and select
Enter the name and press OK
To rename a handset
Long press to delete the current name
Rename handset
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Scroll to Language and select
Browse through the list and select
To change the language
Language
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Scroll to Date & time and select
To set the date and time
Date & time
Select Set date
Enter the current date and press OK
Enter the current time and press OK
Scroll to Set time and select
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Handset 7
Display contrast
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Scroll to Display ontrast and select
To set the display contrast
Browse through the levels and select the appropriate one
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Scroll to Ba klight and select
To set the display backlight duration or deactivate it
Browse through the durations OFF / 10 seconds / 20 seconds
and select
Backlight
Press to enter the carousel menu
Scroll to Handset and select
Scroll to S reen saver and select
To activate or deactivate the screen saver
Press to select ON or scroll to OFF and select
Screen saver
After 2 minutes of inactivity, the screen saver is displayed.
You can choose to activate or deactivate it
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Intercom
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Using the Intercom (if there are at least 2 handsets)
This feature allows you to make free internal calls, transfer external calls from one handset
to another, use the conference option and the babysit feature (room monitoring).
Internal call
Fast call transfer when on line
Call transfer to a specific handset when on line
During a call you can transfer the call without waiting for the other handset to pick up.
All the handsets will then ring.
During a call you can transfer the call to a specific handset.
Press to call the other handset
Hang up
Hang up
Hang up
Press to call the selected handset + handset number (for example )
Note: if the handset does not belong to the Philips DECT 511/515 range, this function may not
be available.
Note: the person on hold hears music.A press on allows you to switch between the 2 calls.
Note: the person on hold hears music.A press on allows you to switch between the 2 calls.
During a call you can transfer the call via the in call options.
Call transfer via the in-call options
Scroll to Inter om and select
Browse through the handset list and select the one you want to transfer the call to
Press to enter the options (with handset 1).
If there is only one additional handset, it rings automatically. Otherwise:
Press to call the selected handset + handset number (for example )
Intercom
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Intercom 9
Conference call via the in-call options
The called handset rings.The external call is put on hold. If there is no answer
from the called handset you can resume the call on the first handset.
Take the line on the called handset, both internal callers can talk
Note: to answer the call on the second handset you can press .
Note: to answer the call on the second handset you can press .
Browse through the handset list and select the one you want to call.
The called handset rings.The external call is put on hold. If there is no answer
from the called handset you can resume the call on the first handset.
Take the line on the called handset, both internal callers can talk
Press to select Transfer (with handset 1)
Scroll to Swit h and come back to the external caller
Conference call allows one external call to be shared with two handsets (in intercom).
The 3 people can share the conversation. No operator subscription is needed.
Scroll to the Conferen e all option and select .
The 3 people can share the conversation.
Scroll to Inter om and select
Press to enter the options (with handset 1)
To use the babysit mode feature you need to activate it (p. 5) & initiate an intercom. Place the handset in
the room to be monitored and you will hear the noise coming from the room on the additional handset.
Take the line on the called handset, the room monitoring can start.
To initiate the babysit if there are at least two handsets)
Browse through the handset list and select the one you want to call.
The called handset rings.
Scroll to Inter om and select
Press to enter the options
If there is only one additional handset, it rings automatically. Otherwise:
If there is only one additional handset, it rings automatically. Otherwise:
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Sounds
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Press to enter the carousel
Handset ring tones
Scroll to Sounds and select
Press to select External ring tone
Press to select Handset ring tones
Browse through the list of ring tones and select one
To set the external ring tone
Browse through the list of ring tones and select one
Press to enter the carousel
Scroll to Sounds and select
Scroll to Internal ring tone and select
To set the internal ring tone (ring tone for internal calls)
Handset ring tone volume
Press to enter the carousel
Scroll to Sounds and select
Scroll to Handset ring tone vol. and select
The current level is heard, browse through the levels to hear them
Press to select the appropriate volume
Sounds
Setting the handset sounds
The ringers can be set for:
the external standard ringer for callers whose number is not stored in the phonebook or
stored with no group settings.
the internal ringer for the intercom (if there are at least 2 handsets).
To set the 3 group ring tones see manual DECT 511 / DECT 515.
To set the earpiece tone, the key and feedback tones and to activate/deactivate the
notification beeps, go to the menu Sounds and to the sub menu Settings
Press to select Handset ring tones
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No dial tone.
Clean with a clean & dry cloth.
Handset not registered to base
Another call is already in
progress from another handset
or the base station.
Troubleshooting
Problem
The handset is out of range,
( is not displayed).
The base station is not
properly connected to the mains
or the telephone line.
The handset has not been
registered to the base station
( is not displayed).
Move closer to the base
station and try again
Register the handset to the
base station (page 5)
Check the connections
Charge batteries (page 4)
Charging contacts are dirty.
Key tones are deactivated.
The charging unit is not properly
connected to the mains.
The base is being consulted
Check the connection
Contact your dealer.
Purchase new batteries
Register handset to base (page 5)
An error beep is heard from
the handset when trying to
make a call.
Retry when the current call is
finished.
The ringer is deactivated
The procedure has failed
The handset batteries are low
The maximum number of
handset has been reached.
Charge the batteries.
Wait until it is available
Activate it (page 10).
Try the procedure again
(page 5).
Un register a handset (page 5)
Interference during call.
You are too far from the base.
The base station is too close to
electrical appliances, reinforced
concrete walls or metal door
frames
Get closer to the base station.
Move the base station to find a
better place (the higher the
better).
Check the connection between
charging unit and mains.
Activate them (page 10)
The batteries are low ( is
displayed).
Cause Solution
An error beep is heard
during a call.
The handset is out of range. Move closer to the base
There is no ringer.
The batteries remain low
although they have charged
for 12 hours.
When adding a handset to
the base station, a failure
message is displayed.
When the handset is placed
on the charging unit, no
beep is heard.
The charging unit is not properly
connected to the mains.
The batteries are defective or
too old.
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We,
PHILIPS Consumer, Electronics
Route d’Angers
72081 Le Mans Cedex 9
France
Declare that the products DECT 511xx and DECT 515xx are in compliance with the
Annex III of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and then with the following essential
requirements :
Article 3.1.a (protection of the health & the safety of the user): EN 60950 (10/2001)
Article 3.1.b (protection requirements with respect to electromagnetic compatibility)
ETSI EN 301 489 6 V1.2.1 (08/2002) & ETSI EN 301 489 1 V1.4.1 (08/2002)
Article 3.2 (effective use of the radio spectrum): EN 301 406 (2003)
The presumption of conformity with the essential requirements regarding Council
Directive 1999/5/EC is ensured.
Date : 10/05/2004 Le Mans
Quality Manager
Home Communication
Declaration of conformity
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Declaration of conformity
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