Southwestern Bell FM2552 User manual
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IMWORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE
USING
YOUR
TELEPHONE
EQUIPMENT,
BASIC
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
FIRE,
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
AND
INJURY
TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
I.
Read
ansi
understand
all
instructions.
2. Follow
all
warnings
and
instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product
from
the
wa
ll
telephone jack
and
power
outlet before cleaning. Do not
use
liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners.
Use
a
damp
cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do
not
use
this product
near
water,
for
example,
near
a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in
a wet basement, or near a
swimming
pool.
5. Do not place
this
product
on
an
unstable cart, stand
or
table. The
product
may
fall,
causing serious damage
to
the product.
6. Slots or openings
in
the cabinet
and
th
e
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 a
bed,
or other similar surface. This product
should never
be
placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
7. This product should be operated only
from
the type
of
power
so
urce
indicated on
the
marking
label.
If
you
are not sure
of
the type
of
power
supply
to
your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
8.
Do not allow anything
to
rest on the power
cord.
Do not place this
product where
the
cord
will
be
abused
by
persons stepping on
it.
9. Do not overload
wall
outlets
and
extension cords
as
this can result
in
fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of
any
kind on the product.
IO.Never
push
objects
of
any
kind
into
this product through cabinet
slots
as
they
may
touch dangerous voltage points orshort out parts
that could result
in
fire
or electric shock.
-1-
INSTALLATION
FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLATION:
I Never install telephone wiring during a lightn
in
g storm.
2 Never
in
sta
ll
telephonejacks
in
wet loca
ti
ons unless
the
jack is
specifically designed for wet locati
ons.
3 Never touch
unin
s
ul
ated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line
has
been disconnected at
the
network interface.
4
Use
caution when installing or modifying telephone
lin
es.
TO
INSTALL BATTERIES
a Open the battery d
oo
r with a ball-point
pen.
NOTE:
You
must install the batteries
BEFORE connecting the telephone to
the wall jack.
If
no batteries are
installed, the telephone and Caller ID
functions
of
the phone
will
not work.
b Insert 3
AA
alkaline batteries (not included
).
Make sure
to
insta
ll
th
ebatteries using the correct polarity(i.e. the
"+"sym
bol
on
the
battery alligns
with
the"+"symbol on the unit).
"SET
LANGUAGE"
will
appear on
the
di
splay screen.
c Replace the battery
door.
-7-
IMPORTANT
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
ll.To
reduce the risk
of
electric shock, do not disassemble this product
buttake it to a qualified serviceman when some service or repair
work
is
required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages
or
other risks. Incorrect reassembly can
ca
use
electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to
qualified service personnel under the following
co
nditions:
a. When the power supply co
rd
or
plug is damaged or frayed.
b.
If
liqu
id
has been spi
ll
ed into the product.
c.
If
the product has been exposed to rain
or
water.
d.
If
the productdoes not opera
te
norma
ll
y by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those
co
ntrols that are covered
by the operating instructions because 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 h
as
been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
If
the productexhibits a distinct change
in
performance.
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 the
te
lephone to report a gas l
eak
in the vicinity
of
the
leak.
SAVE
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
-2-
INSTALLATION
USING
THE
PHONE
ON
A
DESK
I. Plug the long telephone Iine cord into the
jack
in the bottom
of
the
BASE, thread it through the groove toward the back
of
the unit, then
plug it into the modular wall
jack!.
2. Connect the COIL CORD to the
jack
in the HANDSET and the
BASE.
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HANGING
THE
PHONE
ON
THE
WALL
Wh
en
the FM2552
is
wall-mounted, the HANDSET GUIDE ho
ld
s the
HANDSET in place in the CRADLE.
ON
A
WALL
PHONE
PLATE:
I. Plug the short telephone line cord into thejack
in the Base bottom
and
into thejack on the
plate.
2. Hang the BASE on the two pins a
nd
push the
BASE down to lock
it
on.
3.
Plug the COIL CORD into the HANDSETand
BASE jacks.
ON
THE
WALL
WITHOUT
A
PLATE:
'
1.
Install 2 screws with anchors into the wa
ll
, one
above the other, 3-
1/4"
apart, extending
3116"
out from the wall, to hold the base securely.
2.
Install the long telephone line cord into the
jack
in
the BASE, thread it through the groove
and plug it
in
to the modular wall jack as shown.
3. Hang the base on the screws and pull it down
to lock
it
on.
4. Plug the COIL CORD into the HANDSET and
BASEjacks.
-8
-
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
BATTERIES
(CAUTION)
TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
Use only 3 X 1.5V AA size alkaline batteries.
2. Do not dispose
of
the batteries
in
a fire. The cells may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3.
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
swa
ll
owed.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order n
ot
to
short the batteries
with conducting materials such as
ri
ngs, bracelets, and keys. The
batteries
or
conductors may overheat and cause burns.
5.
Do notattempt to recharge the batteries identified for use with this
product. The batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte
or
explode.
6.
Do notattempt to rejuvenate the batteries identified for use with this
product by heating it. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may
occur
ca
using burns
or
irritation to eyes or skin.
7. When replacing batteries, all batteries should be replaced at the same
time. Mixing fresh and di
sc
harged batteries could increase internal
cell pressure and rupture the discharged batterie
s.
8. When inserting
ba
tter
ie
s into this product, the proper polarity or
direction must be observed. Reverse insertion
of
the batteries can
cause charging, and that may result in leakage
or
explosion.
9. Remove the batte
ri
es from this product
if
the product will not be
used for a long period
oftime
(several months
or
more) since during
this
ti
me the batteries could leak in the product.
1O.Discard "dead" batteries as soon as possible since "dead" batte
ri
es
are more likely to leak in a product.
ll.Do
notstore this product,
or
the batte
ri
es identified for use with this
product,
in
high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a
freezer or refrigerator for the purpose
of
extending
shelf
life should
be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting.
Batteries should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after
cold storage.
-
3-
Setting
Up
Your FM2552
When setting
up
the FM2SS2 to receive
Ca
ll
er ID information,
THE
HANDSET
OF
THE
UNIT MUST BE IN
THE
BASE.
NOTE: Do n
ot
lift the handset until you
are
finished setting
the
Caller ID information.
To Set Language
1.
After installing the batteries
and
coil cord, press and HOLD the
"ERASE" and ""'"buttons
AT
THESAMETIME. Hold these two
buttons until the SET LANGUAGE screen appears.
2. Press "A."
or
".,..
button to select the
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Language ("E" =English,
"F"
=Frenc
h,
SE
TLAN
C•'JAC•E
"S"
= Spanish). The selected language will flash.
3.
Press the "ERASE" button to confirm the selected language.
The
un
it will proceed to the contrast level setup.
To
Set
Contrast
Level
I.
The display contrast level can be set to one
of
five level
s,
with 1 being
the
li
ghtest level, and 5 being the darkest level. The current set
contrast level number will flash.
2.
Press "A."
or
"T"
button to adjust
thedisplay contrast level.
3.
Press the "ERASE" button to confirm the set contrast level. The unit
will proceed to the area code setup.
To Set Area Code
NOTE:
In
order for the Caller
10
Redial feature to work properly, you
must set your local area code.
I. Press the "A." or
"T"
button to enter the correct first digit
of
your local area
code,
Press the "ERASE"
button to move to the next digit.
2.
Repeat step 1for the programming
of
the
second and third digits
of
your local area code.
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3. Press the "ERASE" button to confirm the set area code. The unit will
proceed to the time/date setup.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have
purc
h
ased
a
13
MEMORY
CA
LL
ER ID
TELEP
HOl\'E
m
anufa
ctured to the high
es
t standards
of
So
uthwestern Be
ll
freedom
Phone®.
Bef
ore installing and
ope
ratin
g,
be
sure
to
read
this
<Pxner's
Manual.
LOCATION OF TELEPHONE CONTROLS
KEYPAD
F
LA
SH
BUTTON
STO
RE
BUTTON
MU
TE
BUTTON
R
ED
IAL
UTTON
ES
ET
UT
TON
To
Set
T
ime
/D
ate
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i
@
RINGER
OFFLO'HI
SWITCH(ON
BOTTOM OF
BASE
I.
The
displ
ay
will sh
ow
"SET
HOUR
",
and
the
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ho
ur
dig
it
will
fl
as
h
on
the
top
li
ne
of
the
display. .
2. Press
th
e "
.A.
"or "
T"
b
utt
on
to enter the
correct
ho
ur
digit for
the
cu
rrent
time
.
3. Press
the
"ERASE"butt
on
to
co
nfirm
th
e
se
t hour .
4.
Th
e display will
sho
w
"SET
MINU
T
ES",
an
d
the
minute
d!gn
will
fl
ash on
th
e
to
p line
of
the di
sp
lay.
5. Rep
ea
t steps 2
and
3 to
set
th
e current
min
ute,
th
e current
lllOG:h,
an
d
th
e c
urr
e
nt
day.
N
OTE
I.
Wh
en
th
e l
ow
battery indicat
or
is displ
ay
ed
, di
sconnect
all
co
nn
ec
tions to
yo
ur
FM2
5
52
and
repl
ace
the b
at
teries. You
must
rep
lace
the
new
batter
ies within 2 mi
nut
es
of
re
mo
ving
the
old
batteries,
or
el
se
y
our
caller
lD
and
tele
phone
mem
ory
i
nfol1II3DOO
ma
y
be
lost.
2.
To s
et
up
yo
ur
F
M2
552
ag
ain, press and
HOLD
the "
ERASE
md
"T" buttons AT THE
SA
ME
TI
ME. Hold these t
wo
buttons u::til the
SET
LAN
GUAGE
screen appears.
3.
If
yo
u
want
to
adju
st
th
e
co
ntr
ast level ag
ain
(and not adjust
a:::-
of
th
e
oth
er
se
ttings),
pr
ess
an
d hold the
"ERASE
"
and
"REDI.Jh.
butt
ons for 2
secon
ds in
the
Dateffime
scree
n
whe
n
the
handset
IS
on
th
e cradle.
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LOCATION
OF
CALLER
ID
CONTROLS
ERASE
B
UTION
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TELEPHONE
FEATURES
T
ONE/PULS
E
SWI
T
CH
H
OOK
SWITCH
BASE
CO
IL CORD
Set switch to yourtype of service. If you don't know whether
you have tone
or
pulse:
I.
Set the switch to "TONE ( T
)"on
the side
of
the handset
2.
When you have a dial tone, press any key on the keypad. If the dial tone
stops, leave it on "TONE".
lf
not, change thesetting to "PULSE".
3.
Mixed Dialing: If y
ou
have Pulse service, youcan temporarily switch to
"Tone" dialing
if
required f
or
va
ri
ous custom services. Press
the"*"
button and a
ll
further dialing func
ti
ons will
be
in the "Tone" mode until
you end the cal
l.
DI
ALIN
G A
CAL
L
I.
Lift the HANDSET.
2. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. The display wi
ll
show the
dial number
an
d the time that had elapsed during the call.
RECE
I
VING
A C
ALL
I. Wh
en
you hearyour ph
on
e ring, li
ft
t
he
HANDSET. Afterthe second
ring, the caller's name and telephone number
wi
ll
displ
ay
if
you have
Ca
ll
er
ID
service.
Th
e NEW CALL LED
"'"·
,
10
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'"
and the NEW CALL ICON
wi
ll
fl
ash. The Ca
ll
er
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infonnation wi
ll
be stored in the or
de
r received.
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2.
At the end
of
your ca
ll
, return the HANDSET to the CRADL
E.
NOTE
:
I.
If
you pick up the telephone
bef
ore the second
ri
ng is completed, the
Caller ID infonnation may not display properl
y.
2.
The mfonnation wi
ll
be displayed
on
the LCD
fo
r 20 seconds.
3.
If
the received call info
nn
ati
on
is
the same
as
any
of
the new calls, the
umt d1splays "RPT" to indicate that it is a REPEAT CAL
L.
F
LASH
(C
ALL WA
IT)*B
U
TTO
N
Allows
}OU
10
access the Call
Wa
iting service from yo
ur
local telephone
compan}
•or
10
access a new dial tone.
*Requires special service from your local telephone company.
R
INGE
R
OFFIL
O/HI
SWIT
CH
When
}OU
don't want to be disturbed, set the swi
tc
h (on bottom
of
base) to
"OFF".
You
can still make outgoing ca
ll
s. When you feel the ringer is t
oo
loud, set the switch to "LO."
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GENERAL INFORMATION
UNPACKING
This package contains:
• FM2552 Telephone with Caller ID
• Owner's Manual
• One (I) Fully Modular Co
il
Cord
•
One
(I)
Fully ModularTelephone Line
Cor
d (LongStraightCord)
• One
(I)
Fully Modular Telephone Line
Cor
d (Short Straight Cord)
• One
(I)
Quick Installation Guide
• One
(I)
ImportantNotice
• One
(I)
Memory Index Label
• One
(I)
Product Registration Card
• Warranty Card (Part
of
Owner's Manual)
If anything is missing
or
damaged, contact the place
of
purchase. Keep
the packaging to transport the telephone.
-6-
TELEPHONE FEATURES
LIGHTED
KEYPAD
For better visibility when dialing
in
a dim light, a lighted dial pad
is
provided.
RECEIVER
VOLUME
CONTROL
The RECEIVER VOLUME CONTROL is located on the side
of
your
handset. This control allows you to adjust your handset volume from
n
or
m
al
to high for a more comfortable listening level.
PAUSE
Whether you have Tone or Pulse service, you can insert a 4-second
PAUSE into the dialing
or
storing
of
a number into memory in order
to
access custom and telebanking serv
ice
s, long distance, etc. Press
PAUSE(REDIAL) Button at the desired point
in
the number.
Press PAUSE(REDlAL) again
if
an additional4 seco
nd
s is neede
d.
REDIAL
BUTTON
Automatically redials last number called (up to
32
digits).
If
the
number was busy or unanswered:
A. Lift the HANDSET.
B. Press the REDIAL Button (on the keypad side
of
the handset).
MUTE
BUTTON
Prevent another party on the phone from hearing your person
al
discussion.
Press and hold the MUTE Button as long as you want this feature
activated.
RESET
BUTTON
At
the end
of
a call, you can make your next call without replacing the
HANDSET
in
the cradle. Press and hold RESET to disconnect the
telephone.
HEARING
AID
COMPATIBILITY
The FM2552
is
co
mpat
ible with inductively coupled hearing aids .
CALL
TIMER
The call timer will appear on the display for you to track the
conversation time.
It
will disappear once you hang up.
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Freedom
Phone®
Caller ID Telephone
with 13-Memory Dialing
Toll Free Helpline
1-800-366-0937
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IMWORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE
USING
YOUR
TELEPHONE
EQUIPMENT,
BASIC
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
FIRE,
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
AND
INJURY
TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
I.
Read
ansi
understand
all
instructions.
2. Follow
all
warnings
and
instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product
from
the
wa
ll
telephone jack
and
power
outlet before cleaning. Do not
use
liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners.
Use
a
damp
cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do
not
use
this product
near
water,
for
example,
near
a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in
a wet basement, or near a
swimming
pool.
5. Do not place
this
product
on
an
unstable cart, stand
or
table. The
product
may
fall,
causing serious damage
to
the product.
6. Slots or openings
in
the cabinet
and
th
e
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 a
bed,
or other similar surface. This product
should never
be
placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
7. This product should be operated only
from
the type
of
power
so
urce
indicated on
the
marking
label.
If
you
are not sure
of
the type
of
power
supply
to
your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
8.
Do not allow anything
to
rest on the power
cord.
Do not place this
product where
the
cord
will
be
abused
by
persons stepping on
it.
9. Do not overload
wall
outlets
and
extension cords
as
this can result
in
fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of
any
kind on the product.
IO.Never
push
objects
of
any
kind
into
this product through cabinet
slots
as
they
may
touch dangerous voltage points orshort out parts
that could result
in
fire
or electric shock.
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INSTALLATION
FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLATION:
I Never install telephone wiring during a lightn
in
g storm.
2 Never
in
sta
ll
telephonejacks
in
wet loca
ti
ons unless
the
jack is
specifically designed for wet locati
ons.
3 Never touch
unin
s
ul
ated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line
has
been disconnected at
the
network interface.
4
Use
caution when installing or modifying telephone
lin
es.
TO
INSTALL BATTERIES
a Open the battery d
oo
r with a ball-point
pen.
NOTE:
You
must install the batteries
BEFORE connecting the telephone to
the wall jack.
If
no batteries are
installed, the telephone and Caller ID
functions
of
the phone
will
not work.
b Insert 3
AA
alkaline batteries (not included
).
Make sure
to
insta
ll
th
ebatteries using the correct polarity(i.e. the
"+"sym
bol
on
the
battery alligns
with
the"+"symbol on the unit).
"SET
LANGUAGE"
will
appear on
the
di
splay screen.
c Replace the battery
door.
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IMPORTANT
SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
ll.To
reduce the risk
of
electric shock, do not disassemble this product
buttake it to a qualified serviceman when some service or repair
work
is
required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltages
or
other risks. Incorrect reassembly can
ca
use
electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to
qualified service personnel under the following
co
nditions:
a. When the power supply co
rd
or
plug is damaged or frayed.
b.
If
liqu
id
has been spi
ll
ed into the product.
c.
If
the product has been exposed to rain
or
water.
d.
If
the productdoes not opera
te
norma
ll
y by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those
co
ntrols that are covered
by the operating instructions because 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 h
as
been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f.
If
the productexhibits a distinct change
in
performance.
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 the
te
lephone to report a gas l
eak
in the vicinity
of
the
leak.
SAVE
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTALLATION
USING
THE
PHONE
ON
A
DESK
I. Plug the long telephone Iine cord into the
jack
in the bottom
of
the
BASE, thread it through the groove toward the back
of
the unit, then
plug it into the modular wall
jack!.
2. Connect the COIL CORD to the
jack
in the HANDSET and the
BASE.
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HANGING
THE
PHONE
ON
THE
WALL
Wh
en
the FM2552
is
wall-mounted, the HANDSET GUIDE ho
ld
s the
HANDSET in place in the CRADLE.
ON
A
WALL
PHONE
PLATE:
I. Plug the short telephone line cord into thejack
in the Base bottom
and
into thejack on the
plate.
2. Hang the BASE on the two pins a
nd
push the
BASE down to lock
it
on.
3.
Plug the COIL CORD into the HANDSETand
BASE jacks.
ON
THE
WALL
WITHOUT
A
PLATE:
'
1.
Install 2 screws with anchors into the wa
ll
, one
above the other, 3-
1/4"
apart, extending
3116"
out from the wall, to hold the base securely.
2.
Install the long telephone line cord into the
jack
in
the BASE, thread it through the groove
and plug it
in
to the modular wall jack as shown.
3. Hang the base on the screws and pull it down
to lock
it
on.
4. Plug the COIL CORD into the HANDSET and
BASEjacks.
-8
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR
BATTERIES
(CAUTION)
TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR
INJURY TO PERSONS,
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
Use only 3 X 1.5V AA size alkaline batteries.
2. Do not dispose
of
the batteries
in
a fire. The cells may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3.
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
swa
ll
owed.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order n
ot
to
short the batteries
with conducting materials such as
ri
ngs, bracelets, and keys. The
batteries
or
conductors may overheat and cause burns.
5.
Do notattempt to recharge the batteries identified for use with this
product. The batteries may leak corrosive electrolyte
or
explode.
6.
Do notattempt to rejuvenate the batteries identified for use with this
product by heating it. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may
occur
ca
using burns
or
irritation to eyes or skin.
7. When replacing batteries, all batteries should be replaced at the same
time. Mixing fresh and di
sc
harged batteries could increase internal
cell pressure and rupture the discharged batterie
s.
8. When inserting
ba
tter
ie
s into this product, the proper polarity or
direction must be observed. Reverse insertion
of
the batteries can
cause charging, and that may result in leakage
or
explosion.
9. Remove the batte
ri
es from this product
if
the product will not be
used for a long period
oftime
(several months
or
more) since during
this
ti
me the batteries could leak in the product.
1O.Discard "dead" batteries as soon as possible since "dead" batte
ri
es
are more likely to leak in a product.
ll.Do
notstore this product,
or
the batte
ri
es identified for use with this
product,
in
high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a
freezer or refrigerator for the purpose
of
extending
shelf
life should
be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting.
Batteries should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after
cold storage.
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3-
Setting
Up
Your FM2552
When setting
up
the FM2SS2 to receive
Ca
ll
er ID information,
THE
HANDSET
OF
THE
UNIT MUST BE IN
THE
BASE.
NOTE: Do n
ot
lift the handset until you
are
finished setting
the
Caller ID information.
To Set Language
1.
After installing the batteries
and
coil cord, press and HOLD the
"ERASE" and ""'"buttons
AT
THESAMETIME. Hold these two
buttons until the SET LANGUAGE screen appears.
2. Press "A."
or
".,..
button to select the
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--,
Language ("E" =English,
"F"
=Frenc
h,
SE
TLAN
C•'JAC•E
"S"
= Spanish). The selected language will flash.
3.
Press the "ERASE" button to confirm the selected language.
The
un
it will proceed to the contrast level setup.
To
Set
Contrast
Level
I.
The display contrast level can be set to one
of
five level
s,
with 1 being
the
li
ghtest level, and 5 being the darkest level. The current set
contrast level number will flash.
2.
Press "A."
or
"T"
button to adjust
thedisplay contrast level.
3.
Press the "ERASE" button to confirm the set contrast level. The unit
will proceed to the area code setup.
To Set Area Code
NOTE:
In
order for the Caller
10
Redial feature to work properly, you
must set your local area code.
I. Press the "A." or
"T"
button to enter the correct first digit
of
your local area
code,
Press the "ERASE"
button to move to the next digit.
2.
Repeat step 1for the programming
of
the
second and third digits
of
your local area code.
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OD
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3. Press the "ERASE" button to confirm the set area code. The unit will
proceed to the time/date setup.
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have
purc
h
ased
a
13
MEMORY
CA
LL
ER ID
TELEP
HOl\'E
m
anufa
ctured to the high
es
t standards
of
So
uthwestern Be
ll
freedom
Phone®.
Bef
ore installing and
ope
ratin
g,
be
sure
to
read
this
<Pxner's
Manual.
LOCATION OF TELEPHONE CONTROLS
KEYPAD
F
LA
SH
BUTTON
STO
RE
BUTTON
MU
TE
BUTTON
R
ED
IAL
UTTON
ES
ET
UT
TON
To
Set
T
ime
/D
ate
c
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4-
l
1
!
:
i
@
RINGER
OFFLO'HI
SWITCH(ON
BOTTOM OF
BASE
I.
The
displ
ay
will sh
ow
"SET
HOUR
",
and
the
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ho
ur
dig
it
will
fl
as
h
on
the
top
li
ne
of
the
display. .
2. Press
th
e "
.A.
"or "
T"
b
utt
on
to enter the
correct
ho
ur
digit for
the
cu
rrent
time
.
3. Press
the
"ERASE"butt
on
to
co
nfirm
th
e
se
t hour .
4.
Th
e display will
sho
w
"SET
MINU
T
ES",
an
d
the
minute
d!gn
will
fl
ash on
th
e
to
p line
of
the di
sp
lay.
5. Rep
ea
t steps 2
and
3 to
set
th
e current
min
ute,
th
e current
lllOG:h,
an
d
th
e c
urr
e
nt
day.
N
OTE
I.
Wh
en
th
e l
ow
battery indicat
or
is displ
ay
ed
, di
sconnect
all
co
nn
ec
tions to
yo
ur
FM2
5
52
and
repl
ace
the b
at
teries. You
must
rep
lace
the
new
batter
ies within 2 mi
nut
es
of
re
mo
ving
the
old
batteries,
or
el
se
y
our
caller
lD
and
tele
phone
mem
ory
i
nfol1II3DOO
ma
y
be
lost.
2.
To s
et
up
yo
ur
F
M2
552
ag
ain, press and
HOLD
the "
ERASE
md
"T" buttons AT THE
SA
ME
TI
ME. Hold these t
wo
buttons u::til the
SET
LAN
GUAGE
screen appears.
3.
If
yo
u
want
to
adju
st
th
e
co
ntr
ast level ag
ain
(and not adjust
a:::-
of
th
e
oth
er
se
ttings),
pr
ess
an
d hold the
"ERASE
"
and
"REDI.Jh.
butt
ons for 2
secon
ds in
the
Dateffime
scree
n
whe
n
the
handset
IS
on
th
e cradle.
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10
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LOCATION
OF
CALLER
ID
CONTROLS
ERASE
B
UTION
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5-
TELEPHONE
FEATURES
T
ONE/PULS
E
SWI
T
CH
H
OOK
SWITCH
BASE
CO
IL CORD
Set switch to yourtype of service. If you don't know whether
you have tone
or
pulse:
I.
Set the switch to "TONE ( T
)"on
the side
of
the handset
2.
When you have a dial tone, press any key on the keypad. If the dial tone
stops, leave it on "TONE".
lf
not, change thesetting to "PULSE".
3.
Mixed Dialing: If y
ou
have Pulse service, youcan temporarily switch to
"Tone" dialing
if
required f
or
va
ri
ous custom services. Press
the"*"
button and a
ll
further dialing func
ti
ons will
be
in the "Tone" mode until
you end the cal
l.
DI
ALIN
G A
CAL
L
I.
Lift the HANDSET.
2. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. The display wi
ll
show the
dial number
an
d the time that had elapsed during the call.
RECE
I
VING
A C
ALL
I. Wh
en
you hearyour ph
on
e ring, li
ft
t
he
HANDSET. Afterthe second
ring, the caller's name and telephone number
wi
ll
displ
ay
if
you have
Ca
ll
er
ID
service.
Th
e NEW CALL LED
"'"·
,
10
:i
'"
and the NEW CALL ICON
wi
ll
fl
ash. The Ca
ll
er
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infonnation wi
ll
be stored in the or
de
r received.
JANE
OOE
2.
At the end
of
your ca
ll
, return the HANDSET to the CRADL
E.
NOTE
:
I.
If
you pick up the telephone
bef
ore the second
ri
ng is completed, the
Caller ID infonnation may not display properl
y.
2.
The mfonnation wi
ll
be displayed
on
the LCD
fo
r 20 seconds.
3.
If
the received call info
nn
ati
on
is
the same
as
any
of
the new calls, the
umt d1splays "RPT" to indicate that it is a REPEAT CAL
L.
F
LASH
(C
ALL WA
IT)*B
U
TTO
N
Allows
}OU
10
access the Call
Wa
iting service from yo
ur
local telephone
compan}
•or
10
access a new dial tone.
*Requires special service from your local telephone company.
R
INGE
R
OFFIL
O/HI
SWIT
CH
When
}OU
don't want to be disturbed, set the swi
tc
h (on bottom
of
base) to
"OFF".
You
can still make outgoing ca
ll
s. When you feel the ringer is t
oo
loud, set the switch to "LO."
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E
one
hto
GENERAL INFORMATION
UNPACKING
This package contains:
• FM2552 Telephone with Caller ID
• Owner's Manual
• One (I) Fully Modular Co
il
Cord
•
One
(I)
Fully ModularTelephone Line
Cor
d (LongStraightCord)
• One
(I)
Fully Modular Telephone Line
Cor
d (Short Straight Cord)
• One
(I)
Quick Installation Guide
• One
(I)
ImportantNotice
• One
(I)
Memory Index Label
• One
(I)
Product Registration Card
• Warranty Card (Part
of
Owner's Manual)
If anything is missing
or
damaged, contact the place
of
purchase. Keep
the packaging to transport the telephone.
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TELEPHONE FEATURES
LIGHTED
KEYPAD
For better visibility when dialing
in
a dim light, a lighted dial pad
is
provided.
RECEIVER
VOLUME
CONTROL
The RECEIVER VOLUME CONTROL is located on the side
of
your
handset. This control allows you to adjust your handset volume from
n
or
m
al
to high for a more comfortable listening level.
PAUSE
Whether you have Tone or Pulse service, you can insert a 4-second
PAUSE into the dialing
or
storing
of
a number into memory in order
to
access custom and telebanking serv
ice
s, long distance, etc. Press
PAUSE(REDIAL) Button at the desired point
in
the number.
Press PAUSE(REDlAL) again
if
an additional4 seco
nd
s is neede
d.
REDIAL
BUTTON
Automatically redials last number called (up to
32
digits).
If
the
number was busy or unanswered:
A. Lift the HANDSET.
B. Press the REDIAL Button (on the keypad side
of
the handset).
MUTE
BUTTON
Prevent another party on the phone from hearing your person
al
discussion.
Press and hold the MUTE Button as long as you want this feature
activated.
RESET
BUTTON
At
the end
of
a call, you can make your next call without replacing the
HANDSET
in
the cradle. Press and hold RESET to disconnect the
telephone.
HEARING
AID
COMPATIBILITY
The FM2552
is
co
mpat
ible with inductively coupled hearing aids .
CALL
TIMER
The call timer will appear on the display for you to track the
conversation time.
It
will disappear once you hang up.
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MEMORY DIALING
Yo
ur FM2552
is
equipped with
13
memories (three
pr
iority, ten two
touch ) for programming your most frequently dialed telephone
numbers.
Yo
u can store up to 22 digits in each priority key
(Ml,M2,
M3
)
or
in each
of
the numeric keys 0 through 9 by following the steps
outlined. Numbers must be stored with the handset lifted.
To Program P
rior
ity
Ke
ys:
l.
Lift the handset.
You
wi
ll
hear a dial tone. Even
if
you hear an error message from the
telephone company, you may still continue these memory programming
2.Press the
STORE
Button
.
The
LCD
will
show
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3.Dialthe phone number you wish to store
(22 digits maximu
m)
. The LCD will show
the number you dialed.
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4.Press
Ml,
M2
or
M3 Button.
The LCD will show:
Ml
M2 M3
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Trouble Shooting Guide
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CORRECT!
VE
ACTION
The display
The
battery needs to be Adjust thecontrast
le\el
If
screen is blank. installed orreplaced. that doesn
't
work, replace
the 3
AA
alkaline batteries.
You
cannot Your local areacode is not
If
the display does not
redial a call
pro&'J'ammed
. indicate 7 digtts, reprogram
record. the local area code.
Thenumber displayed is Verity the number displayed
incorrect.
during redial Data received
were possibly corrupted
duringthe transmission
through the telephone lines.
Dial the telephone number
manually on
yo
ur
telephone.
"Error" Bad datamay have been Pick up thephone after the
appears on received. second ring.
If
an answering
the display. machine isconnected to the
same phone line asyour
FM2552,
it
must beset to
answerafter four or more
rings.
Cannot review The battery needs to be Replace 3 new AA alkaline
Caller ID data. installed or replaced. batteries.
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20-
I
l
I
MEMORY DI
5.To continue program
To end programming
lfyou
wish to entera
press the REDIAL Bu
To Pr
ogra
m Frequen
I. Lift the handset.
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I:
JO
'I
n ~
11
n a m
6
13
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m m
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MEMORY
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_
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press one
of
the I0
now stored
in
the c
corresponding me
6.
To continue storing
return the HANDS
CONSUMER
This equipment com
requirements adopted
a label that contains,
US: SBFMTI
OBFM2
provided to the telep
The app
li
cablejacks '
the packagi
ng
with e
certified by Universal
A plug andjack used
and telephone netwo
rules and requiremen
cord and m
odu
lar
pl
designed to be conn
compliant. See instal
The REN
is
used to
connected
to
a telep
result in the devices
but notall areas, the
certain
of
the numbe
determined by the t
If
this equipment
H.
telephone company
discontinuance
of
s
practical, the telep
possible. Also, you
the
FC
C
if
you beli
The telephone com
operations or proce
equipment.
If
this
not
ice in order for )
uninterrupted servi
MEMORY DIALING
5.To continue programming priority numbers, repeat steps 2 through 4.
To end programming numbers, return the HANDSET to the CRADLE
If
you wish
to
enter a 4-second pause
in
the numberyou are storing,
press the REDIAL Button at the desired point in the number.
To
Program
Frequently
Called
Numbers:
I.
Lift the handset.
You
will hear a dial tone.
2.
Press
the
STORE
Button.
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3.
Dial the phone number you wish to store (22
digits maximum). The LCD will show the
n g m number you dialed.
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13
DJ
a m m
4. Press the MEMORY Button.
5. Press one
of
the I0 memory location buttons 0-9. Your number
is
now stored in the corresponding location. The LCD will show the
corresponding memory location (AI,A2,...or AI
0).
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6.
To
continue storing numbers, repeat steps 2 through 5. To end,
return the HANDSET to the CRADLE.
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CONSUMERINFORMATION
l
This equipment complies with Part
68
of
the FCC rules and the
requirements adopted bythe ACTA. On the bottom
of
this equipment
is
a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier
of
US: SBFMTIOBFM2552RT.
If
requested, this number must be
provided to the telephone company.
The applicable jacks ( i.e.RJIIC ) for this equipment are provided in
the packaging with each piece
of
approved equipment. Thejacks are
certified by Universal Service OrderCodes (USOC).
A plug and
jack
used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring
and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68
rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone
cord and modular plug are provided with this product. They are
designed to be connected to a compatible modular
jack
that is also
compliant. See installation instructions for details.
The REN is used to determine the number
of
devices that may
be
connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may
result in the devices not ringing
in
response to an incoming call. In most
but notall areas, the sum
ofRENs
should notexceed five (5.0).
To
be
certain
of
the number
of
devices that may be connected to a line, as
determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.
If
this equipment FM2552 causes harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance
of
service may be required. But
if
advance notice isn't
practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon
as
possible. Also, you will be advised
of
your right
to
file a complaint with
the FCC
if
you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures that could affect the operation
of
the
equipment.
If
this happens the telephone company will provide advance
notice in orderfor you
to
make necessary modifications to maintain
uninterrupted service.
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MEMORY DIALING
To Dial
Priority
Numbers:
!.Pick up Handset.
You
will hear a dial
tone.
Even
if
you hear an error
message from the telephone company, you may still continue these
memory dialing steps.
Ml
M2
M3
000
2.
Press
M I
,M2
or
M3
3.Your call
will
automatically
be
dialed.
To Dial
Frequently
Called
Numbers:
l.Pick up Handset.
2.Press the MEMORY Button.
3.Press the desired memory location
Button (0-9).
4.Your call will automatically be dialed.
To
Erase
A
Stored
Number
To
erase a stored number, simply store a new number in the same
location . The new number will replace the old one.
-
15-
If
you experience trouble with this equipment, disconnect it from
~he
network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that
the equipment
is
not malfunctioning.
Please follow instructions for repairing
if
any (e.g. battery replacement
section); otherwise
do
not alter or repair any parts
of
device except
specified.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the
state public utility commission, publicservice commission
or
corporation commission for information.
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
NOTICE:
If
your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the
telephone line, ensure the installation
of
this (equipment
ID
if
any)
does not disable your alarm equipment.
If
you have questions about
what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company
or
a qualified installer.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications
to
this unit notexpressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
-22-
CALLERID
OPERATION
NOTE:
BATTERIES
ARE
REQUlRED
FOR
CALLER
1D
OPERATION.
Ifan incorrect, invalid
or
incomplete Caller
lD
signal
is received, the led shows '-line error-'.
If
only the caller's phone number
is
received,
the LCD shows the caller's phone number with
the time and date it was received. The 'NEW' icon
turns
on
and the
New
Call LED blinks.
If
the name and number are notavailable due to
the caller's restriction,
the
LCD shows
'-PRIVATE CALL-' with
the
time and date it was
received. The 'NEW' icon turns
on
and the
New
Call
LED
blinks.
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If
a long distance call is received
(and
the caller's name is not available),
the LCD shows '-LONG DISTANCE-' with the time
and date it was received and the caller's phone
number and name. The 'NEW' icon turns
on
and
the
New
Call
LED
blinks.
If
the name and number are notavailable,
the
LCD will show "-UNAVAILABLE-" with the
caller's time and date.
The
'NEW' icon turns
on
and
New
Call
LED
blinks.
If
no key is
pressed
within
20
seconds,
the LCD will return to the STAND-BY
mode, and
it
will display the total call counter,
the newcall counter, and the current time and date.
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16-
SERVICE
·lNi't
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According to
FCC
regulations, this equipment, which has been certified
and registered by the FCC, may only be repaired
by
authorized persons.
If
repairs
or
adjustments are made by an unauthorized person, the FCC
certification may
be
voided. Should you encounter any problems, Please
call the Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® toll -free Customer Help
Line for assistance:I-800-366-0937, Monday-Friday
8:30am.
-
9:00p.m.(EST),
or
Saturday 8:30a.m.-12:30p.m.(EST).
You
can also
visit our website
at
http://www.swbfreedomphone.com
FOR
IN-
WARRANTY
SERVICE:
Package your complete unit (including all adapters, line cords, and other
accessories) and ship the unit postage prepaid* and insured (for
your
protection) to:
SOUTHWESTERN
BELL
FREEDOM
PHONE
@
DEPT.:WARRANTY
REPAIR
7475
N.Gien
Harbor
Blvd.,Giendale,AZ
85307
Be sure to include your return address ,
proof
of
purchase , a daytime
phone number, $9.50 for postage and handling*, and a
brief
explanation
of
your difficulties.
* NOTE: California residents need only provide
proof
of
purchase and
should call 1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions.
FOR
OUT-OF
WARRANTY
SERVICE:
You may call our toll-free Help Line for the price
of
a replacement
before returning your unit. Please follow all instructions for
In-
Warranty service (above) to return your unit, and mark the package:
DEPT.:Out-of-Warranty.
If
you
have called and know the cost
of
your replacement, please
include this information with
your
unit for prompt service.
QUESTIONS?
STOP
..•
DON'T
TAKE
ME
BACK
TO
THE
STORE
.
LOOK
...
FOR
THE
TOLL
-FREE"HELP"
TELEPHONE
NUMBER.
LISTEN
...
AS
THE
EXPERTS
TALK
YOU
THROUGH
THE
PROBLEM.
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CALLER
ID OPERATION
Reviewing
Call
Records
I.
When the Time /Date screen is displayed, press the REVIEW
".6."
or
"'
"button, to review the incoming call records.
Ifthere
are new call
records which have not
yet
been reviewed, the New Call
LED
will
flash.
2.
If
the call record has not yet beenreviewed, "NEW" will appear
in
the display screen. Once you review that call record, "NEW" will
disappear.
3. Afterthe fmal call has been reviewed, the display will show "END
OF LIST".
Caller
ID
Redial
The FM2552 allows you to redial a Caller
ID
record you are currently
reviewing by simply pressing the Caller ID "REDIAL" Button (on the
back
of
the handset). When the number is the full ten digit number, only
the last seven digits will be dialed
if
the areacode is the same as the
programmed area code.
If
the area code is different, then the full ten
digit number is displayed and
a"
I"
will be automatically added
to
the
dialing sequence.
The
local area code must be programmed (see page 9)
in order to fully utilize the redial features.
I.
When the time/date screen is displayed, press the
".6."or
"'"
button to
select the Caller
ID
number that you want to dial.
2. Depending on your calling area, you may have to adjust how the
telephone number is displayed and dialed out. In so
me
cases, the
telephone company may require to dial a local call with area code,
you can press the REDIAL button each time over 2 seconds to scroll
a 7 digit number (local telephone number), a 10 digit number (area
code +telephone
number)
or
a
II
digit number
(I
+area code
+telephone number).
3. Press the REDIAL button again to dial thedisplayed telephone
number.
4.
The display will show "PICKUP PHONE..."
5.
When you lift the handset, "PICKUP PHONE
...
"will disappear, and
the numberwill be automatically dialed.
-17-
SERVICE
For immediate answers to your questions regarding operation, missing
parts
or
installation, call the
SOUTHWESTERN
BELL
FREEDOM
PHONE®
HELP
LINE
AT
1-800-366-0937
LIMITED
WARRANTY
This Southwestern Bell Freedom phone®is warranted to the original
purchaser to
be
free from defects
in
materials and workmanship under
normal installation, use, and service for a period
of
one
(I)
year
from the
date
of
purchase
as
shown
on
the purchaser's receipt.
The obligation
of
Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® Retail Sales under
this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement
(at
our
option)
during
the
warranty period
of
any part which proves defective in
material or workmanship under normal installation, use, and service,
provided the product is returned to Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone®
Retail Sales TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID (California
residents call 1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions). Products
returned to
us
or
to an Authorized Service Center must be accompanied
by a copy
of
the purchase receipt. In the absence
of
such purchase
receipt, the warranty period shall be one (I) year from the date
of
manufacture. To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective
product to the service center nearestyou together with your sales slip
and $9.50 for postage and handling (California residents need only
provide
proof
of
purchase).
You
may also have other warranty rights
wh
ich vary from state to state.
This warranty shall be invalid
if
the product is damaged as a result
of
defacement, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, destruction,
or
alteration
of
the serial number, improper electrical voltages
or
currents, repair
alteration or maintenance
by
any person or party other than
our
own
service facility or an authorized Service Center,
or
any use violative
of
instructions furnished by
us.
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CALLER
ID ERASE
To
Erase a Single Call Record:
I.
When
the
time
/
date
scre
en
is displayed, press the"A "or "
T"
button
to
select the Caller
ID
number that
you
want
to
erase.
2.
Press the
ERASE
button quickly
1WO
TIMES.
3. T
he
data
for
that
call
re
co
rd
w
ill
be erased,
and
the call
cou
nt
will
be
upd
ated.
To
Erase
All
Ca
lls
Note:
You
must first review all
new
ca
ll
s before erasing all calls.
If
there are Caller
ID
records that have not been reviewed, the "Erase
All
Calls" function cannot
be
performed.
I.
After
all
ne
w
ca
ll
records
have
been reviewed, press the
"A
"or
"T"
button
to
se
l
ect
any
call r
ecord.
2.
Press and HOLD
the
ERASE
butto
n
for
5 seco
nds.
3.
All
of
the
call
records will
be
erased,
and
"NO
CAL
LS"
will
appear
on
the
display.
The
time/date screen
will
display,
and
the
call
count
will s
how
"0".
NEW
CALL
LED
The
NEW
CALL
LED
wi
ll
flash
to
indicate a
new
call(s)
has
been
received.The
NEW
CALL
LED
wi
ll
continue flashing until you review
all new calls.
- 1
8-
LIMITED WARRANTY
This warranty is
al
so
re
nd
ered
in
va
lid
if
thi
s product
is
removed
from
the country
in
whi
ch
it
was
purc
ha
s
ed
, ifit
is
used
in
acountry
in
which
it is
not
registered
for
use, and/
or
ifit is
use
d
in
a country
for
wh
i
ch
it was not
de
s
ig
ned.
Due
to variations
in
telephone systems a
nd
commu
ni
cations l
aw
s,
this product
may
be illegal
fo
r
use
in some
countries. Southwestern
Be
ll
Freed
om Phone
"'
Reta
il
Sales assumes
no
responsibil
ity
for
dama
ge
s or penalties
inc
u
rred
resulting
from
the
use
of
this
product
in
a
mann
eror
lo
c
ati
on
othe
rthan that which it
is
int
ended.
This one-year
limi
ted
wa
rran
ty
is
in
li
eu
of
all
other expressed
warranties, obligations, or
li
abilities.
ANY
IMPLIED
WARRANT
I
ES
,
OBLIGATIO
N
S,
OR
LIABILITI
ES,
INCLUDING
BUT
NOT
LIMITED
TO
THE
IMPLI
ED
WARRANTIE
S
OF
MERCHANTABILITY
AND
FITNESS
FOR
A
PARTICULAR
PURPOSE
,
SHALL
BE
LIMJT
ED
IN
DURAT
I
ON
TO
THE
ONE-
YEAR
DURATION
OF
THIS
WRITTEN
LIMITED
WARRANTY
.
SOME
STATES
DO
NOT
ALLOW
LIMITATIONS
ON
HOW
LONG
AN
IMPLIED
WARRANTY
LASTS
,
SO
THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS
MAY
NOT
APPLY
TO
YOU.
IN
NO
EVENT
SHALL
WE
BE
LIABLE
FOR
ANY
SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL
OR
C
ON
S
EQ
UE
NT
I
AL
DAMAGES
FOR
BREACH
OF
THIS
OR
ANY
O
THER
WARRAN
TY,
EXPRESSED
OR
IMPLIED
,
WHAT
SOE
VER
.
Some s
tate
s
do
nota
ll
ow
the
ex
clu
sion
or
limitation
of
special,
incidental,
or
con
se
quential dama
ge
s, so the
above
limitation or
exclus
ion
may
not
appl
y
to
you.
Thi
s warranty gives youspecific legal
rights, and y
ou
may
al
so
have
rights
which
vary
fro
m state
to
state.
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Trouble Shooting Guide
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAU
SE
j
No
dial tone. Improper installation.
Problem wlth the wiring.
The
phone RingerOff/L
o/
High
does not ring. switch is
no
t set correctl
y.
Too
many telephones are
installed on
the
same line.
Me
mory T
he
me
mo
ry stor
age
dialing does
pr
oce
dure
was
not
not
wo
rk. followed
co
rr
ect
l
y.
The
sound Another
ex
tension
is
vo
lu
me
is
off
hook.
Itoo
low
.
IYour
The
tele
ph
o
ne
line
is
not
telephone connected properly
to
the
rings but the unit.
FM2552
doesn't s
how
any
me
ssages.
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19-
CORRE
C
TIVE
AC
TION
Recheck all modular
plu
g
connection
s.
Try another
ph
one
jack
.
If
yo
ur
phone works on another
jack
, it is likely y
ou
ha
ve a
probl
em
with y
our
wiring.
Co
ntact y
our
local phone
company.
Set the ringer Off/Lo/High
switch to the Lo or High
position.
Co
ntact
your
local telephone
company to determine the
m
ax
imum number
of
extensions for
your
calling area.
Carefu
ll
y
re
view
th
e store
sequence and re-enter your
programmed number.
Hang
up
the extension.
Connect
the
telepho
ne
li
ne
into
the
back
of
the
unit.
Check with y
our
local
telephone company to
be
sure Caller
ID
se
rvice is
being provided
on
y
our
telephone line. i
/
MEMORY DIALING
Yo
ur FM2552
is
equipped with
13
memories (three
pr
iority, ten two
touch ) for programming your most frequently dialed telephone
numbers.
Yo
u can store up to 22 digits in each priority key
(Ml,M2,
M3
)
or
in each
of
the numeric keys 0 through 9 by following the steps
outlined. Numbers must be stored with the handset lifted.
To Program P
rior
ity
Ke
ys:
l.
Lift the handset.
You
wi
ll
hear a dial tone. Even
if
you hear an error message from the
telephone company, you may still continue these memory programming
2.Press the
STORE
Button
.
The
LCD
will
show
~
~
[/ P
ro
_j
3.Dialthe phone number you wish to store
(22 digits maximu
m)
. The LCD will show
the number you dialed.
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~
11
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13
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b2
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Iii m m I
4.Press
Ml,
M2
or
M3 Button.
The LCD will show:
Ml
M2 M3
000
[/
El
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Pro
l
13
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Trouble Shooting Guide
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
CORRECT!
VE
ACTION
The display
The
battery needs to be Adjust thecontrast
le\el
If
screen is blank. installed orreplaced. that doesn
't
work, replace
the 3
AA
alkaline batteries.
You
cannot Your local areacode is not
If
the display does not
redial a call
pro&'J'ammed
. indicate 7 digtts, reprogram
record. the local area code.
Thenumber displayed is Verity the number displayed
incorrect.
during redial Data received
were possibly corrupted
duringthe transmission
through the telephone lines.
Dial the telephone number
manually on
yo
ur
telephone.
"Error" Bad datamay have been Pick up thephone after the
appears on received. second ring.
If
an answering
the display. machine isconnected to the
same phone line asyour
FM2552,
it
must beset to
answerafter four or more
rings.
Cannot review The battery needs to be Replace 3 new AA alkaline
Caller ID data. installed or replaced. batteries.
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20-
I
l
I
MEMORY DI
5.To continue program
To end programming
lfyou
wish to entera
press the REDIAL Bu
To Pr
ogra
m Frequen
I. Lift the handset.
Y•
I:
JO
'I
n ~
11
n a m
6
13
Dl
~:~
m m
....
MEMORY
.-.o
L
____
_
2.
3.
4.
5.
Press one
of
the I0
now stored
in
the c
corresponding me
6.
To continue storing
return the HANDS
CONSUMER
This equipment com
requirements adopted
a label that contains,
US: SBFMTI
OBFM2
provided to the telep
The app
li
cablejacks '
the packagi
ng
with e
certified by Universal
A plug andjack used
and telephone netwo
rules and requiremen
cord and m
odu
lar
pl
designed to be conn
compliant. See instal
The REN
is
used to
connected
to
a telep
result in the devices
but notall areas, the
certain
of
the numbe
determined by the t
If
this equipment
H.
telephone company
discontinuance
of
s
practical, the telep
possible. Also, you
the
FC
C
if
you beli
The telephone com
operations or proce
equipment.
If
this
not
ice in order for )
uninterrupted servi
MEMORY DIALING
5.To continue programming priority numbers, repeat steps 2 through 4.
To end programming numbers, return the HANDSET to the CRADLE
If
you wish
to
enter a 4-second pause
in
the numberyou are storing,
press the REDIAL Button at the desired point in the number.
To
Program
Frequently
Called
Numbers:
I.
Lift the handset.
You
will hear a dial tone.
2.
Press
the
STORE
Button.
D
II
11
3.
Dial the phone number you wish to store (22
digits maximum). The LCD will show the
n g m number you dialed.
6
13
DJ
a m m
4. Press the MEMORY Button.
5. Press one
of
the I0 memory location buttons 0-9. Your number
is
now stored in the corresponding location. The LCD will show the
corresponding memory location (AI,A2,...or AI
0).
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6.
To
continue storing numbers, repeat steps 2 through 5. To end,
return the HANDSET to the CRADLE.
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CONSUMERINFORMATION
l
This equipment complies with Part
68
of
the FCC rules and the
requirements adopted bythe ACTA. On the bottom
of
this equipment
is
a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier
of
US: SBFMTIOBFM2552RT.
If
requested, this number must be
provided to the telephone company.
The applicable jacks ( i.e.RJIIC ) for this equipment are provided in
the packaging with each piece
of
approved equipment. Thejacks are
certified by Universal Service OrderCodes (USOC).
A plug and
jack
used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring
and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68
rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone
cord and modular plug are provided with this product. They are
designed to be connected to a compatible modular
jack
that is also
compliant. See installation instructions for details.
The REN is used to determine the number
of
devices that may
be
connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may
result in the devices not ringing
in
response to an incoming call. In most
but notall areas, the sum
ofRENs
should notexceed five (5.0).
To
be
certain
of
the number
of
devices that may be connected to a line, as
determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.
If
this equipment FM2552 causes harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance
of
service may be required. But
if
advance notice isn't
practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon
as
possible. Also, you will be advised
of
your right
to
file a complaint with
the FCC
if
you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operations or procedures that could affect the operation
of
the
equipment.
If
this happens the telephone company will provide advance
notice in orderfor you
to
make necessary modifications to maintain
uninterrupted service.
-21
-
MEMORY DIALING
To Dial
Priority
Numbers:
!.Pick up Handset.
You
will hear a dial
tone.
Even
if
you hear an error
message from the telephone company, you may still continue these
memory dialing steps.
Ml
M2
M3
000
2.
Press
M I
,M2
or
M3
3.Your call
will
automatically
be
dialed.
To Dial
Frequently
Called
Numbers:
l.Pick up Handset.
2.Press the MEMORY Button.
3.Press the desired memory location
Button (0-9).
4.Your call will automatically be dialed.
To
Erase
A
Stored
Number
To
erase a stored number, simply store a new number in the same
location . The new number will replace the old one.
-
15-
If
you experience trouble with this equipment, disconnect it from
~he
network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that
the equipment
is
not malfunctioning.
Please follow instructions for repairing
if
any (e.g. battery replacement
section); otherwise
do
not alter or repair any parts
of
device except
specified.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the
state public utility commission, publicservice commission
or
corporation commission for information.
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
NOTICE:
If
your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the
telephone line, ensure the installation
of
this (equipment
ID
if
any)
does not disable your alarm equipment.
If
you have questions about
what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company
or
a qualified installer.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications
to
this unit notexpressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
-22-
CALLERID
OPERATION
NOTE:
BATTERIES
ARE
REQUlRED
FOR
CALLER
1D
OPERATION.
Ifan incorrect, invalid
or
incomplete Caller
lD
signal
is received, the led shows '-line error-'.
If
only the caller's phone number
is
received,
the LCD shows the caller's phone number with
the time and date it was received. The 'NEW' icon
turns
on
and the
New
Call LED blinks.
If
the name and number are notavailable due to
the caller's restriction,
the
LCD shows
'-PRIVATE CALL-' with
the
time and date it was
received. The 'NEW' icon turns
on
and the
New
Call
LED
blinks.
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If
a long distance call is received
(and
the caller's name is not available),
the LCD shows '-LONG DISTANCE-' with the time
and date it was received and the caller's phone
number and name. The 'NEW' icon turns
on
and
the
New
Call
LED
blinks.
If
the name and number are notavailable,
the
LCD will show "-UNAVAILABLE-" with the
caller's time and date.
The
'NEW' icon turns
on
and
New
Call
LED
blinks.
If
no key is
pressed
within
20
seconds,
the LCD will return to the STAND-BY
mode, and
it
will display the total call counter,
the newcall counter, and the current time and date.
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16-
SERVICE
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According to
FCC
regulations, this equipment, which has been certified
and registered by the FCC, may only be repaired
by
authorized persons.
If
repairs
or
adjustments are made by an unauthorized person, the FCC
certification may
be
voided. Should you encounter any problems, Please
call the Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® toll -free Customer Help
Line for assistance:I-800-366-0937, Monday-Friday
8:30am.
-
9:00p.m.(EST),
or
Saturday 8:30a.m.-12:30p.m.(EST).
You
can also
visit our website
at
http://www.swbfreedomphone.com
FOR
IN-
WARRANTY
SERVICE:
Package your complete unit (including all adapters, line cords, and other
accessories) and ship the unit postage prepaid* and insured (for
your
protection) to:
SOUTHWESTERN
BELL
FREEDOM
PHONE
@
DEPT.:WARRANTY
REPAIR
7475
N.Gien
Harbor
Blvd.,Giendale,AZ
85307
Be sure to include your return address ,
proof
of
purchase , a daytime
phone number, $9.50 for postage and handling*, and a
brief
explanation
of
your difficulties.
* NOTE: California residents need only provide
proof
of
purchase and
should call 1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions.
FOR
OUT-OF
WARRANTY
SERVICE:
You may call our toll-free Help Line for the price
of
a replacement
before returning your unit. Please follow all instructions for
In-
Warranty service (above) to return your unit, and mark the package:
DEPT.:Out-of-Warranty.
If
you
have called and know the cost
of
your replacement, please
include this information with
your
unit for prompt service.
QUESTIONS?
STOP
..•
DON'T
TAKE
ME
BACK
TO
THE
STORE
.
LOOK
...
FOR
THE
TOLL
-FREE"HELP"
TELEPHONE
NUMBER.
LISTEN
...
AS
THE
EXPERTS
TALK
YOU
THROUGH
THE
PROBLEM.
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CALLER
ID OPERATION
Reviewing
Call
Records
I.
When the Time /Date screen is displayed, press the REVIEW
".6."
or
"'
"button, to review the incoming call records.
Ifthere
are new call
records which have not
yet
been reviewed, the New Call
LED
will
flash.
2.
If
the call record has not yet beenreviewed, "NEW" will appear
in
the display screen. Once you review that call record, "NEW" will
disappear.
3. Afterthe fmal call has been reviewed, the display will show "END
OF LIST".
Caller
ID
Redial
The FM2552 allows you to redial a Caller
ID
record you are currently
reviewing by simply pressing the Caller ID "REDIAL" Button (on the
back
of
the handset). When the number is the full ten digit number, only
the last seven digits will be dialed
if
the areacode is the same as the
programmed area code.
If
the area code is different, then the full ten
digit number is displayed and
a"
I"
will be automatically added
to
the
dialing sequence.
The
local area code must be programmed (see page 9)
in order to fully utilize the redial features.
I.
When the time/date screen is displayed, press the
".6."or
"'"
button to
select the Caller
ID
number that you want to dial.
2. Depending on your calling area, you may have to adjust how the
telephone number is displayed and dialed out. In so
me
cases, the
telephone company may require to dial a local call with area code,
you can press the REDIAL button each time over 2 seconds to scroll
a 7 digit number (local telephone number), a 10 digit number (area
code +telephone
number)
or
a
II
digit number
(I
+area code
+telephone number).
3. Press the REDIAL button again to dial thedisplayed telephone
number.
4.
The display will show "PICKUP PHONE..."
5.
When you lift the handset, "PICKUP PHONE
...
"will disappear, and
the numberwill be automatically dialed.
-17-
SERVICE
For immediate answers to your questions regarding operation, missing
parts
or
installation, call the
SOUTHWESTERN
BELL
FREEDOM
PHONE®
HELP
LINE
AT
1-800-366-0937
LIMITED
WARRANTY
This Southwestern Bell Freedom phone®is warranted to the original
purchaser to
be
free from defects
in
materials and workmanship under
normal installation, use, and service for a period
of
one
(I)
year
from the
date
of
purchase
as
shown
on
the purchaser's receipt.
The obligation
of
Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone® Retail Sales under
this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement
(at
our
option)
during
the
warranty period
of
any part which proves defective in
material or workmanship under normal installation, use, and service,
provided the product is returned to Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone®
Retail Sales TRANSPORTATION CHARGES PREPAID (California
residents call 1-800-366-0937 for shipping instructions). Products
returned to
us
or
to an Authorized Service Center must be accompanied
by a copy
of
the purchase receipt. In the absence
of
such purchase
receipt, the warranty period shall be one (I) year from the date
of
manufacture. To obtain service under this warranty, return the defective
product to the service center nearestyou together with your sales slip
and $9.50 for postage and handling (California residents need only
provide
proof
of
purchase).
You
may also have other warranty rights
wh
ich vary from state to state.
This warranty shall be invalid
if
the product is damaged as a result
of
defacement, misuse, abuse, neglect, accident, destruction,
or
alteration
of
the serial number, improper electrical voltages
or
currents, repair
alteration or maintenance
by
any person or party other than
our
own
service facility or an authorized Service Center,
or
any use violative
of
instructions furnished by
us.
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IMWORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE
USING
YOUR
TELEPHONE
EQUIPMENT,
BASIC
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED TO
REDUCE
THE
RISK
OF
FIRE,
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
AND
INJURY
TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
I.
Read
ansi
understand
all
instructions.
2. Follow
all
warnings
and
instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product
from
the
wa
ll
telephone jack
and
power
outlet before cleaning. Do not
use
liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners.
Use
a
damp
cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do
not
use
this product
near
water,
for
example,
near
a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in
a wet basement, or near a
swimming
pool.
5. Do not place
this
product
on
an
unstable cart, stand
or
table. The
product
may
fall,
causing serious damage
to
the product.
6. Slots or openings
in
the cabinet
and
th
e
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 a
bed,
or other similar surface. This product
should never
be
placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
7. This product should be operated only
from
the type
of
power
so
urce
indicated on
the
marking
label.
If
you
are not sure
of
the type
of
power
supply
to
your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
8.
Do not allow anything
to
rest on the power
cord.
Do not place this
product where
the
cord
will
be
abused
by
persons stepping on
it.
9. Do not overload
wall
outlets
and
extension cords
as
this can result
in
fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of
any
kind on the product.
IO.Never
push
objects
of
any
kind
into
this product through cabinet
slots
as
they
may
touch dangerous voltage points orshort out parts
that could result
in
fire
or electric shock.
-1-
INSTALLATION
FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS BEFORE
INSTALLATION:
I Never install telephone wiring during a lightn
in
g storm.
2 Never
in
sta
ll
telephonejacks
in
wet loca
ti
ons unless
the
jack is
specifically designed for wet locati
ons.
3 Never touch
unin
s
ul
ated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line
has
been disconnected at
the
network interface.
4
Use
caution when installing or modifying telephone
lin
es.
TO
INSTALL BATTERIES
a Open the battery d
oo
r with a ball-point
pen.
NOTE:
You
must install the batteries
BEFORE connecting the telephone to
the wall jack.
If
no batteries are
installed, the telephone and Caller ID
functions
of
the phone
will
not work.
b Insert 3
AA
alkaline batteries (not included
).
Make sure
to
insta
ll
th
ebatteries using the correct polarity(i.e. the
"+"sym
bol
on
the
battery alligns
with
the"+"symbol on the unit).
"SET
LANGUAGE"
will
appear on
the
di
splay screen.
c Replace the battery
door.
-7-
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