Sylvania ST88246 User manual

ST88246
2.4GHz Cordless Telephone
with Call Waiting Caller ID and
Digital Answering System
MANUAL
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CONTENTS
Fold out the front cover
of this owner’s manual
to use the handy
“controls and functions”
page for reference.
• Controls and Functions ....................................inside front cover
• Important Safety Instructions ......................................................ii
Introduction......................................................................................1
• Welcome ......................................................................................1
• Features ......................................................................................1
• Important Electrical Considerations ............................................2
• Included in Your Package ............................................................4
Installing and Adjusting Your Phone ............................................5
• Selecting a Location ....................................................................5
• Telephone Line Outlets................................................................5
• Connecting the Telephone Cords ................................................6
• Adapter Safety Features..............................................................6
• Desk/Tabletop Installation............................................................7
• Installing the Handset Battery Pack ..........................................9
• Charging the Battery Pack ........................................................10
• Cleaning the Battery Contacts ..................................................10
• Adjusting the Ringer and Volume Controls................................11
• Using the Page Feature ............................................................11
• Automatic Digital Code Security................................................12
Basics ............................................................................................13
• Making and Receiving Calls ......................................................13
• Temporary Tone ........................................................................13
• Call Waiting................................................................................14
• Using Redial ..............................................................................14
• Selecting a Different Channel....................................................14
• Chain Dialing ............................................................................14
Memory Dialing..............................................................................15
• Storing Phone Numbers and Names ........................................15
• Steps for Entering Names and Special Characters ..................16
• Making Calls with Memory Dialing ............................................17
• Editing a Stored Name and/or Phone Number..........................19
• Erasing a Stored Name and Phone Number ............................20
Speed Dialing ................................................................................21
• Storing and Editing the Speed Dial ..........................................21
• Making Calls with Speed Dialing ..............................................21
• Deleting the Speed Dial............................................................21
Caller ID ..........................................................................................22
• Using Caller ID ..........................................................................22
• Choose the Dialing Mode ..........................................................27
• Setting up Language..................................................................27
Using the Integrated Answering Device......................................28
• Features ....................................................................................28
• Turning the Answering System On/Off ......................................29
• Setting up Your Answering System............................................29
• Using Your Answering System ..................................................36
• Remote Operation ....................................................................39
Headset Installation ......................................................................42
Troubleshooting ............................................................................42
Specifications ................................................................................44
Product Care ................................................................................45
SYLVANIA Telephone Warranty
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a dry cloth for cleaning
without liquid or aerosol cleaners.
4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
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 telephone may
fall, causing serious damage to the unit.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation. To protect the product from overheating, these openings must not be
blocked or covered. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. 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 locate this product where
the cord will be damaged by persons walking on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire
or electrical shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Take it to
qualified service personnel when service or repair work is required. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
A.When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
B.If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D.If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions.
(Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive repair work by a qualified technician.)
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E.If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
NOTE: The operation of a microwave oven with the effective range of this phone will generate
interference with the phone’s operation. This is not dangerous and cannot harm either the
phone or the oven or in any way compromise safety of operation of either appliance.
The interference is caused by the overlap of the phone. To eliminate this problem, either
stop the microwave oven or call your party back when cooking is complete.
▼Safety Instructions For Batteries - Handset Battery Pack
Caution:
Use only a SYLVANIA Telephone approved battery pack in the handset of your Cordless
Telephone. To reduce the risk of fire or injury, always do the following when replacing,
discarding or charging batteries. When handling the batteries, be careful not to short the
battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conducting material may overheat and cause burns.
CONTAINS NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY.
MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
A. Use only the following type and size battery in the cordless phone:
Self contained 3-cell Nickel-Cadmium rechargeable battery supply,
BT-905 DC 3.6V 600mAh.
B. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.
Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
C. Do not attempt to open or mutilate the battery pack. The chemicals are dangerous
and may cause damage to the eyes or skin, and may be toxic if swallowed.
D. Follow the charge instructions outlined in this manual.
Ni-Cd
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase of the cordless telephone with call waiting caller ID
and answering system. This phone is designed and engineered to exacting standards
for reliability, long life, and outstanding performance.
FEATURES
• 2.4GHz Technology • 3-line Backlit Display
• Integrated Telephone Answering Device • 30 Number Caller ID Memory
• Caller ID on Call Waiting • Face Up Charging
• 10 Number Memory Dialing • 13 Minutes Record Memory
• 32 Digit Redial • Conversation Record
• Pause • Voice Memo
• Pulse/Tone Dialing • Prerecorded Greetings Option
• Page • Trilingual Language Option
• 7 Hour Talk Time • Hearing Aid Compatible
• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control
• Remote Message Retrieval (From Touch-tone Phone or your handset)
The phone features include Automatic Call Connection and Automatic Call Completion.
Automatic Call Connection allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset
from the base so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons or flipping switches.
Automatic Call Completion allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to
the base.
The Clear Digi Sound true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise.
This innovative technology, together with 20 different channels, provides you with the
best possible reception during all your conversations.
To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated
by other equipment, the phone automatically selects one of over 262,000 digital security
codes for the handset and base. Also, the Digital Security System feature electronically
locks your phone when the handset is in the base.
To get the most from your phone, please read this owner’s manual thoroughly. Also, be
sure to complete the product registration form and mail it in.
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IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching.
Lightning can pass through your household wiring and damage any device connected
to it. This phone is no exception.
Caution:Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.
▼IC NOTICE
Terminal Equipment
Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment
Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation,
IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a
Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were
met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.
Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is marked on
the equipment itself. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an
indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone
interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices
subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all
the devices does not exceed five.
Radio Equipment
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device. “Privacy of communications may not be
ensured when using this telephone”.
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▼More Than One Cordless Telephone
If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they must operate
on different channels. Press the CH/DELETE key to select a channel that provides the
clearest communication.
▼Cordless Telephone Privacy
Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset and base
of your cordless telephone are accomplished by means of radio waves which are
broadcast over the open airways.
Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your communications can be
received by radio receiving devices other than your own cordless telephone unit.
Consequently, any communications using your cordless telephone may not be private.
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INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE
• Base
• Handset
• Rechargeable Battery (BT-905)
• AC Adapter (AD-314)
• Telephone Cord
• This Owner’s Manual
NOTE: To get the most from your phone, please read this owner’s manual thoroughly.
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SELECTING A LOCATION
Before choosing a location for your new phone, there are some important guidelines you
should consider:
• The location should be close to both a phone jack and continuous power outlet.
(A continuous power outlet is an AC outlet which does not have a switch to interrupt
its power.)
• Keep the base and handset away from sources
of electrical noise such as motors or fluorescent lighting.
• The base can be placed on a desk or tabletop.
• You should charge your new phone for 15-20 hours before completing the installation
or using the handset.
NOTE: If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, be
sure that installing the system does not disable your alarm equipment.
If you have questions about what will disable your alarm equipment, contact your
telephone company or a qualified installer.
TELEPHONE LINE OUTLETS
There are two types of phone outlets:
▼Modular Jack
Most phone equipment available now uses modular jacks. Phone cords are fitted with
a molded plastic connector which plugs into this type of jack. If you do not have
modular phone jacks, contact your local telephone company for information about
their installation.
▼Hardwired Jack
Some equipment is wired directly to a phone jack, and these types of installations
require a modular jack converter. This type of installation is not difficult; however, you
should contact your local telephone dealer or a telephone supply store for advice about
the proper adapter or converter for your particular situation.
INSTALLING AND ADJUSTING YOUR PHONE
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CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE CORDS
Consider these safety guidelines before connecting the telephone cords:
Caution!
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Applying Power to the Base
This phone requires an AC outlet without a switch to interrupt power, and the included
AC adapter. To relieve strain on the DC plug when the phone is placed on a desk or
table, wrap the power cord around the strain relief notch on the back of the base.
NOTE: Before using your phone, fully charge the Nickel-Cadmium battery pack for 15-20 hours.
ADAPTER SAFETY FEATURES
Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120 V AC wall outlet. Do not use an outlet
controlled by a wall switch. Use only the AC Adapter supplied with this phone.
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DESK/TABLETOP INSTALLATION
1) Plug the AC adapter cord into the DC IN 9V input jack on the back of the base.
2) Wrap the AC adapter cord around the strain relief notch.
NOTE: Place the power cord so that it does not create a trip hazard or where it
could not become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.
3) Plug the AC adapter into a standard 120 V AC wall outlet.
NOTE: Use only the AC adapter supplied with this phone and DO NOT use an
outlet controlled by a wall switch.
4) Place the handset into the base with the keypad facing forward, and charge the
battery (refer to “Charging the Battery Pack,” page 10).
5) Plug one end of the telephone cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base.
6) Plug the other end of the cord into your telephone
jack on the wall.
CAUTION: You must use a Class 2 power source
that supplies 9V DC and delivers at least
350 mA. Its center tip must be set to
positive and its plug must fit the phone’s
DC IN 9V jack. The supplied adapter
meets these specifications. Using an
adapter that does not meet these
specifications could damage the phone
or the adapter.
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▼Installing the Optional Beltclip (not included)
To attach the beltclip
Insert the beltclip into the holes on each side of the handset. Press down until it clicks.
To remove the beltclip
Pull both sides of the beltclip to release the tabs from the holes.
▼Connecting/Charging the Battery Pack
The phone comes with a rechargeable nickel-cadmium battery pack in the handset, but
not connected. Before using your phone, you must connect the battery pack. Then
charge it for about 15–20 hours.
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INSTALLING THE HANDSET BATTERY PACK
1) Remove the handset battery cover by
pressing in on the cover release and
sliding it downward.
2) Connect the battery pack connector with
the correct polarity (black and red wires),
then insert the battery pack into the
battery compartment.
NOTE: The plastic connectors will fit
together only one way. Make
sure the battery’s connector is
properly aligned. Use only the
supplied battery pack
(model BT-905).
3) Slide the battery cover on until it snaps
into place.
Red
Red
Wire Black Wire
Black
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CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
▼Initial Battery Charging
Before plugging the phone line into your new
phone for the first time, fully charge the
rechargeable battery pack for 15-20 hours
without interruption.
1) Place the handset on the base.
2) Make sure that CHARGE/IN USE LED
lights. If the LED doesn’t light, check to
see that the AC adapter is plugged in and
that the handset makes good contact with
the base charging contacts.
▼Low Battery Alert
When the battery pack is very low and needs to be
charged, the phone is programmed to eliminate functions
in order to save power. If the phone is not in use,
“Low Battery” appears on the LCD and none of the
keys will operate.
If the phone is in use, “Low Battery” flashes and the handset beeps. Complete your
conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging.
NOTES:
• Information stored in the phone's memory will be retained for 30 minutes after the battery
pack is removed. This includes all setup information, last number dialed, memory dial
locations stored, SpeedDial programming, and the CID list.
• Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a long
period of time. For optimum performance, be sure to return the handset to the base unit
after a telephone call.
CLEANING THE BATTERY CONTACTS
To maintain a good charge, clean all charging
contacts on the handset about once a month with a
damp cloth. DO NOT use liquids or solvents; you
may damage your phone.
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ADJUSTING THE RINGER AND
VOLUME CONTROLS
▼Handset Ringer Tone and Volume
Your ST88246 lets you choose from five ringer tone/volume setting, Ring Type A High,
Ring Type A Low, Ring Type B High, Ring Type B Low, and Ringer OFF. When the
phone is in standby mode, press the /VOL or /VOL key on the handset to select the
handset ringer tone and volume. As you change the settings, the selection appears on
the LCD.
▼Handset Earpiece Volume
The ST88246 comes with four volume settings
for the handset earpiece - Low, Medium, High
and Maximum.
During a call, press /VOL to increase the earpiece volume, press /VOL to decrease
the earpiece volume. As you increase or decrease the volume, your selection appears
on the LCD.
When you hang up, the ST88246 keeps the last volume setting selected.
▼Ringer Mute
You can temporarily mute the ringer tone. When the handset is off the base and the
phone is ringing, press END. The ringer tone will return to normal starting with the next
incoming call.
USING THE PAGE FEATURE
▼To locate the handset (while it’s off the base)
1) Press PAGE on the base.
2) The handset beeps for 60 seconds.
3) To cancel the page, press any key on the handset or PAGE on the base, or return
the handset to the base.
NOTE: Paging is also cancelled when an incoming call is received.
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AUTOMATIC DIGITAL CODE SECURITY
The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the
base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary.
The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set.
In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the same
security code, you can change the code.
1) Remove the handset from the base unit. Press and hold PAGE
on the base.
2) While holding PAGE, place the handset on the base unit. Leave the handset on the
base for more than 3 seconds. A new random security code is set.
NOTE: If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack is
removed, the digital security code will be lost. If this happens, a new
security code is set automatically next time the battery pack is charged.
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TEMPORARY TONE
In pulse dialing mode, you can access bank facilities, telephone answering machines,
etc., by pressing the /TONE/ key. This will get you into the tone mode and will allow
you to input the required tone codes. It will reset automatically to pulse dialing after you
end your call.
MAKING AND RECEIVING CALLS
NOTE: Refer to page 22 “Setting Up Caller ID Options” to turn on Automatic Call Connection
if desired.
To answer
a call
To make
a call
To hang up
To redial
Handset On Base
Pick up the handset
(Automatic Call Connection: ON)
or pick up the handset and press
TALK/FLASH.
(Automatic Call Connection: OFF)
1) Pick up the handset.
2) Press TALK/FLASH.
3) Listen for the dial tone.
4) Dial the number.
OR
1) Pick up the handset.
2) Dial the number.
3) Press TALK/FLASH.
1) Pick up the handset.
2) Press TALK/FLASH.
3) Listen for the dial tone.
4) Press PAUSE/REDIAL.
OR
1) Pick up the handset.
2) Press PAUSE/REDIAL, then
press TALK/FLASH.
Handset Off Base
Press TALK/FLASH, any number,
/TONE/ or #/ .
(Automatic Call Connection: ON)
or press TALK/FLASH.
(Automatic Call Connection: OFF)
1) Press TALK/FLASH.
2) Listen for the dial tone.
3) Dial the number.
OR
1) Dial the number.
2) Press TALK/FLASH.
1) Press TALK/FLASH.
2) Listen for the dial tone.
3) Press PAUSE/REDIAL.
OR
Press PAUSE/REDIAL, then press
TALK/FLASH.
Press END, or return the handset to the base
(Automatic Call Completion).
BASICS
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CALL WAITING
If you have “call waiting” service and a call
waiting tone sounds while you are on a call,
press TALK/FLASH to accept the waiting call.
There is a short pause, then you will hear the
new caller. To return to the original caller, press
TALK/FLASH again.
USING REDIAL
PAUSE/REDIAL calls the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up to 32
digits long.
SELECTING A DIFFERENT CHANNEL
If you encounter interference while using your
phone, you can manually change the channel for
clearer operation. This function works only when
the phone is in use.
During the course of a conversation, if you hear
static or noise which makes it difficult to hear,
press CH/DELETE. The following screen appears.
The phone then changes to a different channel.
CHAIN DIALING
On certain occasions after dialing a number, you may be requested to enter an access
code, such as your account number. You can enter this number into a memory location
for later use by doing the following.
1) Store the access code into one of the memory locations (0-9). See “Storing Phone
Numbers and Names” on the next page.
2) Dial the party or service main number.
3) When you need to enter the special number, press MEM followed by the memory
location (0-9). Then press REMOTE/SELECT.
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STORING PHONE NUMBERS AND NAMES
Memory Dialing allows you to dial a number using just a few key strokes. Your ST88246
stores up to 10 names/numbers in the handset.
1) Press MEM then “Select Memory”
is displayed.
2) Press /VOL and /VOL, or enter a number
(0 - 9) to select the memory location where
you would like to store the number.
3) Press REMOTE/SELECT twice. The
following screen appears and a cursor
flashes indicating that the display is ready for
the name to be entered.
If this screen appears, the selected memory
location is already stored. Then you must
either change the entry in this location,
clear the entry in this location, or select
“Go Back” to choose another location.
4) To enter a name (up to 13 characters), use the number keys.
•See the “Steps for entering names and special characters” (See page 16).
•Use #/ and /TONE/ to move the cursor to the desired location.
•Use CH/DELETE to delete characters as needed.
•Press and hold CH/DELETE to delete all the characters.
•If a name is not required, go to step 5.
5) Press REMOTE/SELECT. “Store Number”
is displayed. The cursor flashes indicating
that the display is ready for the number to
be entered.
6) Use the number keys, #/ or /TONE/ to
enter the phone number. The phone number
cannot exceed 20 digits.
Use PAUSE/REDIAL to enter a pause in the dialing sequence.
The display shows a “P”. Each pause counts as one digit and represents a two
second delay of time between the digits as they are sent.
Use CH/DELETE to delete digits as needed.
Select Memory
01
02
Edit Memory02
Delete Memory02
Go Back
Store Name
MEMORY DIALING
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