PhoneMate Platinum PMP-3880 Installation guide

MODEL: PMP-3880
2.4GHZ CORDLESS DIGITAL
ANSWERING SYSTEM
WITH CALL WAITING CALLER ID
IMPORTANT: To receive Caller ID information on incoming telephone calls, you must
subscribe to the Caller ID service provided by your local telephone company; there is a
fee for this service and it may not be available in all areas.
600-1440602-A
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING GUIDE

Other Features ...............................39
Using the Handset Finder
(PAGE) .........................................39
Out-of-Range Warning .................39
Channel Changing ........................39
Extension In-Use ..........................39
Answering System Setup ........39-42
Setting the Ring Count .................39
Setting the Day and Time ............39
Setting a Remote Access Code ...40
Setting Message Alert ..................40
Recording an Announcement ......41
Setting the Announce Mode .........42
Answering System Operation .42-46
Two-Digit Counter Display ............42
Base Volume Control ...................42
Answering Calls with Answer On .43
Answering Calls in Announce
Only Mode ...................................43
Answer Off ...................................43
Playing Back New Messages .......44
Pausing During Playback .............44
Reviewing Messages ...................45
Deleting Messages ......................45
Memory Full .................................45
Call Interrupt ................................45
Recording a Memo .......................46
Remote Operation ....................47-48
Remote Access ............................47
Remote Access Options .........47-48
Handset Answering System
Operation ..................................49-50
Handset Remote Operation ....49-50
Screening Incoming Calls ............50
Other Features ..........................51-52
New Call Light ..............................51
Message Waiting .........................51
Using the Handset Finder
(PAGE) .........................................51
Out-of-Range Warning ................52
Channel Changing .......................52
New Message Light .....................52
Care and Maintenance ..................53
Battery Cautionary Instructions ...54
Warranty ....................................55-56
Troubleshooting .......................57-58
Glossary .........................................59
Wall Mount Template ......................61
Order Form ....................................62
PMP-3880 TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Important Safety Instructions .........2
FCC Regulations ..........................3-4
Battery Cautionary Instructions .....5
PMP-3880 Parts Checklist ...............6
Location of Controls and
Features ......................................7-11
Handset .......................................7-8
Base ..........................................9-10
LCD Display .................................11
Choosing a Location .....................12
Telephone Setup .......................13-15
Connecting the Base ....................13
Wall Mounting ...............................14
Tone/Pulse Switch ........................15
Handset Volume ............................15
Battery Installation ........................16
Battery Duration ............................16
When the Battery Needs
Charging .......................................16
When to Purchase a New
Battery Pack .................................16
Headset and Data Jack...................17
The Data Jack ..............................17
The Headset Jack .........................17
Belt-Clip .......................................17
Basic Displays ...............................18
Basic Operation ........................19-20
Making Calls .................................19
Receiving Calls .............................19
Redialing .......................................20
Additional Options ......................20
Settings .....................................21-28
Handset Settings .....................21-22
Setting the Ringer Level ................22
Changing the Language ................23
Turning the First Ring On or Off ....23
Setting the Time and Date .............24
Adjusting the Contrast ...................25
Setting the PBX Number ...............25
Changing the Flash Time .............26
Changing the Pause Time .............26
Programming One-Touch
Voice Mail Dialing ..........................27
Deleting Message Waiting
Indication ......................................27
Setting the Area Code ...................28
Speed Dialing ............................29-32
Storing Phone Numbers ................29
Letter Table ...................................30
Viewing the Phone Book ...............30
Making Calls from the Phone
Book ..............................................31
Editing a Stored Number ...............31
Deleting a Stored Number..............32
Preferred Calls ..............................32
Blocked Calls ................................32
Caller ID .....................................33-37
When You Receive a Call ..............33
Viewing the Caller ID List ..............33
Caller ID Displays .........................34
Caller ID with Call Waiting
Service ..........................................35
Storing Caller ID Records .............35
Deleting Caller ID Records ...........36
Returning Caller ID Calls ..............37
Message Waiting ............................38
Using One-Touch Voice Mail
Dialing ...........................................38
New Call Light ...............................38
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PMP-3880 TABLE OF CONTENTS

5. This product is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.
Note: This applies only if this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset.
6. Programming/testing emergency numbers:
When programming emergency numbers and/or making test calls to emergency
numbers
A. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call
before hanging up.
B. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or late
evening.
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION: PART 15 OF FCC RULES
Some telephone equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which if not
properly installed, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
This unit has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing
device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in
a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, when it’s in use,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
A. Where it can be done safely, reorient the radio or TV receiving antenna.
B. To the extent possible, relocate the television, radio, or other receiver with respect
to the telephone equipment.
C. If your telephone product runs on AC power, plug your product into an AC outlet
that’s not on the same circuit as the one used by the radio or television.
FCC REGULATIONS
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Warning: Modifying or tampering with the telephone's internal components can cause a
malfunction and might invalidate the telephone's warranty and void your FCC
authorization to operate it. If the trouble is harming the telephone lines, the telephone
company might ask you to disconnect the telephone until you have resolved the problem.
As it complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the technical requirements for
connection to telephone networks published by ACTA, your unit has been registered with
the FCC.
The FCC requires us to provide you with the following information:
1. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network:
The FCC requires that you connect to a nationwide telephone network through a
modular telephone outlet which is TIA/EIA-IS-968 compliant. It is USOC jack type
RJ11C.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs. Check with your local telephone
company.
2. Notification to the telephone company:
FCC rules require that upon request you provide the following information to the
phone company.
A. The line (telephone number) to which you will connect the telephone equipment.
B. The Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). These numbers
are found on the back or bottom of your telephone equipment.
The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your
telephone line and still have all of those devices ring when your telephone number is
called. In most, but not all areas, the sum all RENs should be 5 or less. To determine
the number of devices permitted in your area, contact your local telephone company.
3. Repair instructions:
If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC requires
that it not be used and be unplugged from the modular outlet until the problem has
been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can be made only by the manu-
facturer or its authorized agents, or by others who may be authorized by the FCC.
Unauthorized repairs void registration and warranty.
4. Rights of the telephone company:
If your product is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may temporarily discontinue your service. If possible, they will notify you in advance.
But if advance notice isn’t practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will
be given the opportunity to correct the problem, and you will be informed of your right
to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its
facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning
of your telephone equipment. If such changes are planned, you will be notified in
advance.
FCC REGULATIONS
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PMP-3880 PARTS CHECKLIST
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6. Remote access card
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1. Handset 2. Base
4. AC power adapter
7. Quick start card
3. 7-foot line
cord for desk use
UICK START GUIDE
PMP-3850
1. Connect the telephone line cord to the "LINE"
jack and to a telephone outlet.
2. Connect the AC power adapter to the 9V DC
jack and to an AC outlet.
Note: Use only the supplied AC power adapter.
Do not use any other AC power adapter.
Connect the AC power adapter to a contin-
uous power supply. Place the phone close
to the AC outlet so that you can plug in the
AC power adapter easily.
SETTING UP THE BASE
TELLINE DATA
9VDC
300mA
1. Slide the battery pack up into the compartment at
the bottom of thehandset. Make sure that the end
of the battery with the contacts is inserted first.
2. Snap the battery compartment cover into place.
3. Place the handset on the charging cradle. The IN
USE/CHARGE LED on the charging cradle will light
when the handset is properly making contact with
the charge terminals.
4. IMPORTANT:Charge the battery pack for at least
12 hours before using the handset the first time.
INSTALL THE BATTERY
1. Pick up the handset and press T.
2. Wait until you hear a dial tone and then dial the number you wish to dial.
Tip: It is also possible to pre-dial the number, by dialing the number prior to press-
ing the Tkey. The number displayed will be dialed once Tis pressed.
3 When you are finished talking, press the Tkey or place the unit back
into the base to end the call.
MAKING CALLS
Insert
battery
withthis
label
facing
handset
back
9. Belt-Clip
5. 10-number
memory card
8. Ni-MH battery pack
1. Dial the answering machine
phone number.
2. Enter the three-digit remote
code after the OGM has
finished playing.
3. If the correct code is
entered (within 6 digits), the
phone will beep and you
can now access it remotely.
4. When finished, hang up.
This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in
the user's manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the
risk of injury, fire, or electrical shock.
When using this product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric 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. Use only with class 2 power source DC 9V 500mA.
4. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
5. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement
or near a swimming pool.
6. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
7. Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.This product should not be placed
in an enclosed environment unless proper ventilation is provided.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by animals or
persons walking on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in risk of fire or electrical shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not disassemble this product. Instead take it to a qualified service person when
service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
re-assembly can cause electrical shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug all cords and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug 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 by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls covered in
the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and require work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal operation.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning.
14. Do not use a telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
IF YOUR PRODUCT UTILIZES BATTERIES, THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED:
1. There is danger of the battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed. When inserting the batteries into this product, the proper
polarity or direction must be observed. Reverse battery insertion can cause charging that may result in leakage or explosion.
2. Use only the type and size of batteries specified in the users manual.
3. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. The cells may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
4. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be
toxic if swallowed.
5. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets and
keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.
6. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries with or identified for use with this product. The batteries may leak corrosive
electrolyte or explode.
7. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the batteries provided with or identified for use with this product by heating them. Sudden
release of the battery electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin.
8. When replacing batteries, all batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing fresh and discharged batteries could
increase internal cell pressure and rupture the discharged batteries.
9. Remove the batteries from this product if the product will not be used for a long period of time (several months or more) since
during this time the batteries could leak, damaging the product.
10. Discard "dead" batteries as soon as possible since they are more likely to leak in a product.
11. Do not store this product, or the batteries provided with or for identified use with this product, in high temperature areas.
12. If your product uses a rechargeable battery, charge the battery(ies) only in accordance with the instructions and limitation
specified in the User Manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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3. Talk T
The Tkey is used to access the telephone line or end a call.
4. Temporary Tone Key *
If the base is set to pulse dialing, pressing *causes subsequent digits to be
dialed out using tone until the line is put back on hook.
5. Menu Key M/VOICE MAIL
The Mkey is used to access the handset settings. The M/VOICE
MAIL key can also be programmed to do two-touch dialing of a single number,
such as your voice mail service number.
6. Microphone
7. Volume Switch (Hi/MID/LOW)
Adjust the switch to select the receiver volume –choose between HI, MID, and
LOW.
8. Flash Key F/EDIT
The F/EDIT key is used to access telephone company services, like call
waiting. It is also used to create and edit phone book entries.
9. Redial Key R/SAVE
When the phone is idle or off-hook, press Rto redial the last number
dialed. The R/SAVE key is used to save numbers into the phone book
and other settings. It is also used to insert a programmable pause into a
number stored in the phone book.
10. Option Key #/OPTION
The #/OPTION key is used to change the 7/10/11 digit dialing mode during
caller ID callback.
11. Dial Pad
Numeric keys are used in the conventional manner for dialing on the handset.
Also used to operate the answering machine when in remote mode.
1/Play Plays any messages.
2/Erase Erases the currently playing message.
3/OGM Begins OGM recording.
4/Repeat Repeats the currently playing message.
5/Stop Stops the current activity.
6/Skip Skips the currently playing message.
7/Menu Plays a list of the commands available from remote mode.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Handset
1. View Left Key
Use to view the left part of the display and move the cursor left when editing.
2. Up/Down Key  
The   key let you scroll through menus and logs. Also used to access Caller
ID information stored in memory.
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12. Headset Jack
Allows using a headset with a standard 2.5mm plug for hands-free convenience.
13. Directory Key d
Use dto program and retrieve the numbers in the speed dial directory.
14. Delete Key D/CHAN
When viewing or editing menus and logs, the Dkey is used to erase digits
on the display, and single or multiple entries from the phone book and Caller ID
directories. The D/CHAN key, when pressed while the phone is off-hook,
will scan up to 50 channels and select the clearest one to provide the best
possible reception.
15. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
16. View Right Key
Use to view the right part of the display and move the cursor right when
editing.
17. New Call Light
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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1. Antenna
2. Day Key
The key is used to set the day for the time/day voice prompt on the
answering machine.
3. Set Key
The key is used to save the current voice prompt setting.
4. Play Key
To play the messages recorded on the answering machine, press .
Playback can also be paused by pressing this key.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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18. Answer On/Off Key
Press to turn the answering machine on or off.
19. Stop Key
Press to halt the current mode, such as to stop playing messages during
message playback.
20. Minute Key
The key is used to set the minute for the time/day voice prompt on the
answering machine.
21. Hour Key
The key is used to set the hour for the time/day voice prompt on the
answering machine.
22. OGM Key
Plays back the current outgoing message and allows selection and recording of
new outgoing messages.
23. Ring Select Switch (TS/5R/3R)
Used to set the number of rings before the answering machine picks up to either
3, 5, or Tollsaver 3/5 (TS) rings.
24. Charge LED
Lights red when the handset is on the cradle being charged.
25. Speaker
26. Charging Contacts
Used to recharge battery and reset the security code in the handset.
OGM
HOUR
HOUR
MINUTE
MINUTE
STOP
STOP
ANS
ON/OFF
ANS
ON/OFF
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5. Code Key
The key is used to set the answering machine’s remote access code.
6. Erase Key
Press during playback to delete an answering machine message.
7. Mailbox Keys
The mailbox (e.g. ) keys are used to play the messages and memos left
in each individual mailbox.
8. Page Key
Used to initiate a handset page –aids in finding a misplaced handset.
9. Memo Key
Enables recording of a memo message on the answering machine.
10. Answer On/Off LED
Lights red when the answering machine is set to ON.
11. In Use LED
Lights red when the handset is in use. Flashes when the phone is ringing.
12. Two Digit Counter Display
Displays the number of messages stored in the answering machine. Also
displays various other information about the base and answering machine.
13. Volume Up/Down Rotary Dial
Adjust the rotary dial to choose your preferred ringer and playback volume.
14. Microphone
15. Repeat Key
Press during message playback to repeat the current message. Also
used for scrolling during base setting mode.
16. Skip Key
Press during message playback to skip to the next message. Also used
for scrolling during base setting mode.
17. Mailbox LEDs
Flashes when new messages have be left in the associated mailbox.
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LCD
Display
Name Character Field
Displays caller’s name and operational menus.
Number Field
The number field will display numbers when dialing, viewing Caller ID, and when
viewing the phone book.
Date/Time Display
Shows the date and time of Caller ID calls or current date & time when idle.
NEW Icon
When in idle mode, the NEW call icon will flash slowly when a new Caller ID call
has been received. The number of new caller ID calls is listed next to the icon.
Entry Number
When in any of the menus, a number is listed here. This number indicates the
place in the list, such as the 38th caller ID entry.
RPT Counter
When viewing caller ID entries, the RPT icon indicates that the same Caller ID
number has called more than one time since Caller ID memory has last been
reviewed. Next to the RPT icon is a counter that indicates how many times that
caller has called since the last review.
Total Call Counter
The Total Call Counter will show the total number of Caller ID messages
received, the total number of phone numbers stored in the phone book, etc.,
depending on the display mode.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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Data Jack
Used for connecting a
computer or fax machine.
Ring On/Off Switch
Used to turn the base ringer on and off.
Tone/Pulse Switch
Used to set the dialing method for tone or pulse dialing.
ICM/ANNC Switch
Used to choose between Announcement and Announce only modes.
Message Alert Switch
Used to turn on and off the beeping that alerts you there are new messages.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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Name Character Field
Date/Time
Display New Icon
or Entry
Number
RPT or
Total Call
Counter
Number Field
Base Bottom View
Base Back View
Data Jack
Antenna
RINGON /RINGOFF
ICM/ANNC
TONE/PULSE
VOLUME
ON OFF
MESSAGE ALERT
Tone/Pulse Switch
Ring On/Off Switch ICM/ANNC Switch
Message Alert Switch

Connecting the Base
1. Connect the telephone line cord to the "Line" jack and to a telephone outlet.
2. Connect the AC power adapter to the 9V DC jack and to an AC outlet.
Note: Use only the supplied AC power adapter. Do not use any other AC
power adapter. Connect the AC power adapter to a continuous power
supply. Place the phone close to the AC outlet so that you can plug in
the AC power adapter easily.
Tip: If your telephone outlet is not modular, contact your telephone company for
assistance.
TELEPHONE SETUP
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Do the following:
•Choose the best location
•Connect the phone
•Choose the dialing mode
Where you place the phone affects the reception quality of the handset:
•Away from another cordless telephone
•Place the base near an AC electrical outlet and near telephone line jack
•Place the base away from metal walls and metal file cabinets
CAUTION: The cordless telephone operates at a frequency that may cause
interference to nearby TVs and VCRs; the base phone should not
be placed near, or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experi-
enced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or
VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
Note: While the 2.4GHz frequency is clearer, we suggest that you do not
use this phone within 20 feet of a working microwave. The
microwave produces frequencies in this range which may cause
interference. This interference is normal for all 2.4GHz phones and
should not be considered a product defect.
CHOOSING A LOCATION
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Away from noise sources such as a
window by a street with heavy traffic
Away from VCRs and TV sets and
other electronic equipment
Away from heat sources, such as
radiators, air ducts, and sunlight
Away from a microwave oven
Away from excessive
moisture, extremely low
temperatures, dust,
mechanical vibration, or
shock
Away from a
personal computer
Near a central
location and on a
level surface

Tone/Pulse Switch
1. Choose the correct dialing mode.
2. Select the dialing mode Tone or
Pulse by setting the switch on the
bottom of the base unit.
Note: Changes to the switch position
during a call do not take effect
until the call has ended.
Tip: If you are unsure of the proper dialing mode, make a trial call with the dial
mode setting to TONE. If the call connects, leave the switch as is (TONE
mode), otherwise, set to PULSE.
NOTE: Pulse dialing works for direct dialing and redialing only, not for memory
dialing.
Handset Volume
Adjust the receiver volume of the handset using the
volume control switch on the right side of the
handset.
Note: Ringer options can be selected on the
handset when programming setup functions
(see page ??).
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Wall Mounting
The PMP-3880 telephone may be installed onto two screws (not included)
fastened into the wall. When installing screws into plasterboard walls, use wall
anchors (not included) to ensure that the screws remain secure. Insert the
screws into the wall leaving 3/16" of each screw extending out from the wall.
See the wall mount template on page ?? to properly space the screws in the
wall for mounting. The PMP-3880 is not compatible with mounting on a
standard telephone wall plate.
Wall Mounting Instructions:
1. Remove the handset from the
base.
2. Adjust the base to the wall mount
position.
3. Plug the supplied 7-foot telephone
cord into the Line jack on the
telephone.
4. Connect the telephone line cord
to the wall jack.
5. Insert the AC adapter into the 9V
DC jack on the top of the base.
6. Run the cables down through the
cable channel to allow for flush
wall mounting.
7. Slip the telephone base onto the wall, lining up the wall mounting holes over
the screws. Slide the telephone base down so it is firmly in place.
8. Return the handset to the telephone base.
9. Plug the other end of the AC adapter into the AC outlet.
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RINGON /RINGOFF
ICM/ANNC
TONE /PULSE
Tone/Pulse
Switch
HI MID LOW

The Data Jack
The jack located on the side of the
telephone labeled "DATA" is a
convenience jack. It is useful for
connecting a fax machine or modem
when there is no telephone jack avail-
able for that device.
The Headset Jack
The headset jack is located on the side of the
handset and is a standard 2.5mm plug. Simply
plug the headset (not included) into the jack and
the headset will be active.
Note: When the headset is plugged into the
telephone, the microphone and earpiece on
the handset are not active.
Belt-Clip
Be sure to remove the belt-clip filler cap prior to installing the
belt-clip. Install the belt-clip as shown.
To remove the belt-clip, squeeze the release at the top of the
clip where it attaches to the phone, and gently pull the clip up
and out of the handset.
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To install the 3.6V 600mAh cordless handset battery pack:
1. Slide open the battery compartment door on the back
of thehandset.
2. Insert the battery into the battery compartment and
then plug the battery connector into the 2-pin
connector located just inside the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment door.
4. Place the handset on the base unit cradle.
5. Once you have installed the battery pack and placed
the handset on the base you will hear a tone indicating
thehandset has connected with the base and will
successfully charge.
6. IMPORTANT: Charge the battery pack for at least 12
hours before using the handset the first time.
7. The CHARGE LED on the base illuminates when the
handset is properly making contact with the charge
terminals.
Battery Duration
A fully charged battery lasts for approximately:
•4 hours when you use the handset continuously (talk
time).
•5 days when the handset is not in use (standby).
When the Battery Needs Charging
•The phone will beep.
•The display will show the Low Battery icon.
When to Purchase a New Battery Pack
If the battery lasts only a few minutes even after a full charge, the usable life of
the battery has expired and needs to be replaced. Replacement batteries can
be purchase directly from https://www.ttsystems.com/ShoppingCart/shop.asp,
or you can contact TT Systems LLC customer support center at 1-800-592-1336
for information about how to order a new battery.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
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Redialing
1. Press T.
2. Wait until you hear the dial tone and then press
Rto redial the number last dialed (up to 32
digits).
Additional Options
BASIC OPERATION
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Making Calls
1. Pick up the handset and press T.
2. Wait until you hear a dial tone and then dial the
number you wish to dial. The call timer will begin.
Tip: It is also possible to pre-dial the number, by dialing the
number prior to pressing the Tkey. The number
displayed will be dialed once Tis pressed.
3 When you are finished talking, press the Tkey or
place the unit back into the base to end the call.
Receiving Calls
When you hear the phone ring:
1. The display will show “RING.”If you have Caller ID,
the display will show the Caller ID information after the
first ring.
2. With the handset in or out of the base, push T. The
call timer will start.
3. When you are finished, push Tor place the handset
back in the base.
BASIC OPERATION
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To: Do This:
Adjust the volume in the Adjust the volume control switch on the right side of the
earpiece handset to the desired volume level.
Switch to temporary tone Press the *key after the phone is in use. The phone
dialing will remain in tone dialing mode for the duration of the call.
Receive a call waiting call Press Fto go to the new caller.
Press Fagain to go back to the original caller.

Handset Settings
You can change the setting on the handset in the options
menu. Access the options menu by pressing and holding
the Mkey.
There are 11 settings in the options menu which can be
changed. You can scroll through the option menu in the
listed order by pressing the key. Settings can be
reached directly by pressing that number on the keypad.
To edit a setting, press the F/EDIT key, use the 
key to toggle between the setting options, and then press
and hold R/SAVE to save changes. You can continue
programming options by using the dial pad keys or the 
key to go to a new setting. Press Mto exit the
options menu.
Key Function
1Ring Hi/Low/Off: Change the volume of the ringer on the handset or turn
the ringer off.
2Language: Change the language that appears on the display. Choose
between English, French, and Spanish.
3First Ring On/Off: Turn the first ring of the phone off so that it does not
ring until caller ID information has been displayed. Particularly useful
when using the priority and blocked call features or the private and
unavailable ring settings.
4Time Set: Change the time and date.
5Contrast: Adjusts the display background lighter or darker.
6PBX Number: Determines if a “PBX Number”is used before an outgoing
number is dialed. Select a number (0-9) which is necessary to dial out
when using a switchboard system, and the phone will automatically dial
the PBX number and a pause before any speed dial or caller ID callback
number. Default setting is “Off.”
7Flash Time: Allows you to adjust the flash time to accommodate the
phone service in your area.
SETTINGS
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Handset Idle (after time is set)
Line Ringing
Off-hook
Call Timer
New CID Received
Message Waiting
Extension In Use
BASIC DISPLAYS
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Changing the Language
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 2to go to the language programming option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting.
“ENGLISH”will begin flashing.
4. Use the key to toggle between ENGLISH,
ESPANOL, and FRANCAIS.
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
Turning the First Ring On or Off
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 3to go to the first ring programming option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “On”will
begin flashing.
4. Use the key to toggle between On and Off.
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
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Key Function
8Pause Time: Allows you to adjust the number of seconds that a pause
lasts such as during programmed pauses in your speed dial numbers or
after your PBX number is dialed.
9Voice Mail: The programmed one-touch number designed to enable easy
access to voice mail service provided by your telephone company.
0MSG Waiting Delete: Clears any current message waiting indication.
*Area Code: Allows the programming of a home area code where 7-digit
dialing is used for ease of callback and other features (do not program if
you use 10-digit dialing to call numbers in your area).
Note: At any time during options programming you can quit and the settings
that you have changed will be saved. Press Mto quit the options
menu or let the options programming time out by not pressing any keys
for 20 seconds.
Setting the Ringer Level
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “HI”will
begin flashing.
3. Use the key to toggle between HI, LOW, and
OFF.
4. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
5. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
SETTINGS
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Adjusting the Contrast
The contrast is optimized for viewing and will probably not need to be changed
from the default setting. It will adjust the display background lighter or darker.
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 5to go to the contrast programming option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “3”will
begin flashing.
4. Use the key to toggle between the three levels of
contrast.
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
Setting the PBX Number
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 6to go to the PBX number programming
option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “OFF”will
begin flashing.
4. Use the key to customize the digit to match your
PBX system. When not connected to a PBX, the
phone will only function normally when set to “OFF.”
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
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Setting the Time and Date
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 4to go to the time set programming option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. The month
will begin flashing.
4. Use the dial pad to enter the month. The date will
begin flashing.
5. Use the dial pad to enter the date. The hour will begin
flashing.
6. Use the dial pad to enter the hour. The minutes will
begin flashing.
7. Use the dial pad to enter the minutes. AM and PM
begin flashing.
8. Use the dial pad to choose between AM and PM,
where 1is AM and 2is PM.
9. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound and you are returned to the options menu.
10.Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
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Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Dialing
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 9to go to the auto answer programming
option.
3. Press F/EDIT to enter your voice mail speed
dial number.
4. Use the dial pad to enter the phone number used to
access your voice mail messages (up to 15 digits).
Press Rto insert a dialing pause.
5. When the phone number you desire is displayed,
press R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the number has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
Deleting Message Waiting Indication
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 0to go to the message waiting programming
option.
3. Press F/EDIT to reset the message waiting indi-
cation. “DEL”will begin flashing.
4. Press R/SAVE to delete the indication. A long
beep will sound to confirm.
5. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
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Changing the Flash Time
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 7to go to the flash time programming
option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “600”will
begin flashing.
4. Use the key to select the desired dialing delay.
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
Note: The standard and default flash time setting is 600msec.
This is the setting you should use to access standard
telephone services such as call waiting. This setting is
adjustable to allow for PBX and other special uses.
Changing the Pause Time
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press 8to go to the pause time programming
option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “2”will
begin flashing.
4. Use the key to select the desired dialing delay.
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
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The PMP-3880 will store up to 40 speed dial numbers in alphabetical order. No
duplicate numbers can be stored.
Storing Phone Numbers
1. With the handset in the idle state, press d.
2. Press F/EDIT to create a new phone book entry.
3. Enter the name you wish to store using the dial pad to
enter the letters (up to 18 letters). See the following
letter table for how to program the letters using the
number pad. To move the cursor to the right, such as
to enter a new letter, push .
Example: For JOHN SMITH dial this sequence:
4. Press , and dial the number you wish to store (up to
22 digits). Press Rto insert a dialing pause into
the number.
5. Press and hold
R/SAVE when finished to store the number into
memory.
Note: If there are no memory locations left in the speed dial directory the
PMP-3880 will display "MEMORY FULL." To continue with memory
programming, you must delete or edit existing speed dial numbers.
Note: If you mis-type entering the phone number, you can move through the
number and edit it by pressing or . To delete a character or number
inside the cursor, press the Dkey.
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Setting the Area Code
1. Press the Mkey to enter the menu.
2. Press *to go to the area code programming
option.
3. Press F/EDIT to change the setting. “---”will
begin flashing.
4. Use the dial pad to enter the three digit area code that
your phone number begins with.
5. When the setting you desire is displayed, press and
hold R/SAVE to save the setting. A long beep
will sound to confirm the setting has been saved.
6. Continue with programming or press Mto return
to the idle screen.
Tip: Do not use the AREA CODE programming if you are
required to dial 10 digits (XXX-XXX-XXXX) to dial a
local number.
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Making Calls From the Phone Book
1. To make a call from the phone book, press d.
2. Locate the number you wish to dial by pressing a dial
pad key which corresponds to the first letter of the
name. Use to locate the exact number you wish
to dial.
3. Push T. The display will show the directory name,
and begin dialing the number.
4. When you are finished with your call, press T, or
place the handset back on the base.
Note: Be sure to check that the line is not in use by another extension.
Editing a Stored Number
1. Press d.
2. Locate the number you wish to edit.
3. Press F/EDIT. The entry will display with a
flashing prompt over the first character.
4. Move the cursor to the section you wish to edit using
the , , , and keys. Characters or numbers
will be inserted in front of the cursor.
5. To erase a character or digit, press the Dkey.
6. When the entry is edited as you desire press and hold
R/SAVE to store the edited entry.
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Letter Table
Viewing the Phone Book
1. Press dto enter the phone book.
2. Press a dial pad key which corresponds to the first
letter of the name (a triple beep will sound if no
entries are stored under those letters). Use to
locate the exact number you wish to view.
3. If the name or number is more than 11 characters,
press the or button to view the rest of the
display (as indicated by the arrows in the top line of
the display).
4. Press dto exit the phone book, or let the phone
book time out.
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Caller ID allows the caller's name and phone number to be shown on the
display before you answer the call. In order to use this feature you must first
subscribe to Caller ID service with your telephone company.
When You Receive a Call
1. When the telephone rings, the caller's name and
phone number appears on the display.
2. The new Caller ID record includes the name and number of the caller and
the time and date the record is received. The New Call light will flash to
indicate that you have a new Caller ID call stored in memory.
Note: When the Caller ID information is received, it is stored in memory so that
this information can be recalled for later use. Up to 80 Caller ID calls
can be stored.
Viewing the Caller ID List
This phone automatically stores the last 80 calls received. If a call is received
from the same number more than once since the records were last viewed, no
new entry is made, but the repeat call icon (“RPT”) and the number of repeat
calls is displayed.
1. With the handset idle press or .
2. Any unviewed (new) calls will be displayed first. The
most recent call will be displayed. The information on
the call will be displayed with the name, number, date,
and time that the call was received.
3. To scroll to the next call, press or . The will go
through the calls from the last call received to the first.
The will allow you to view the calls from the first
call received to the last.
4. If the name or number is more than 11 characters,
press the or button to view the rest of the
display (as indicated by the arrows in the top line of
the display).
5. Press dto return to the idle display.
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Deleting a Stored Number
1. Press d.
2. Locate the number you wish to delete using .
3. Press D. The display will show “ERASE
ITEM?”
4. Press Dto delete the phone book memory.
5. When you are finished press d.
Preferred Calls
You can assign stored numbers as preferred calls. When an incoming call is
matched to a stored number designated as preferred, the phone will generate a
special ring sound after caller ID information is received.
To mark a phone book entry as preferred, add a “#”mark at
the beginning of the name during programming or editing.
Blocked Calls
If you do not want to have the phone ring when a specific number calls, you can
store that number in the phone book and assigned it as blocked. When an
incoming call is matched to a stored number designated as blocked, the phone
will not ring after caller ID information is received.
To mark a phone book entry as blocked add a “*”mark at
the beginning of the name during programming or editing.
SPEED DIALING
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Caller ID with Call Waiting Service
In order to use the "Call Waiting Caller ID" service you must subscribe to a
telephone company that offers Caller ID service combined with "call waiting"
service.
When a new call comes in while you are talking, you
will hear a notification beep from the handset and
the volume is momentarily muted. The new caller's
name and phone number, if available, appears on
the display. An “L2”in the lower right hand corner
indicates the call waiting caller ID caller so you can
keep track of who you are talking to.
1. When you receive a "call waiting" call and you want to connect the call, press
F. The active call will be placed on hold and the new call will be active.
2. Press Fto alternate between calls.
3. Press Tto end the call or place the handset back on the base.
Storing Caller ID Records
1. Use to scroll to the call record you wish to store
into the phone book.
2. Press and hold R/SAVE.
3. If you wish to edit the newly stored number, edit it in
the phone book (page 31, “Editing a Stored Number”).
4. Press dto return to the idle display.
Note: When numbers are stored into the phone book, a
“1” is inserted in front of the number. If you must
dial a 10-digit number for local calls, you must edit
the number to exclude that digit to dial out
correctly.
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Caller ID Displays
Display shows name and number, time and date of the
call.
Display shows number-only service.
"UNAVAILABLE" will be displayed when Caller ID
information is not available. This call was made from a
telephone company that does not offer Caller ID services
(including international calls).
"PRIVATE" will be shown when a call is received from a
blocked number. For privacy reasons, some states allow
callers the option to prevent their telephone data from
being displayed on the other party's Caller ID display.
Display shows when the Caller ID information was
received incorrectly or only part of the data was received.
Note: When an error is received, none of the data from
this call is saved in memory.
Display shows when a voice mail message has been
received and is stored by message waiting service
provided by the phone company.
This is displayed when or is pressed and there is no
Caller ID data stored.
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