Sylvania STC595 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
5.8 GHz Cordless Telephone
Caller ID with Call Waiting
PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
Model : STC595

Safety Instructions ................................................................................................... 3
HANDSET CONTROLS .......................................................................................... 5
BASE UNIT Controls ............................................................................................... 8
Getting Started ......................................................................................................... 9
Belt Clip Installation ............................................................................................10
Cordless Telephone Operation ................................................................................ 11
Preparing for Use ...............................................................................................11
Receiving Calls .................................................................................................. 11
Placing Calls ...................................................................................................... 12
Redial Feature ................................................................................................... 12
Headset Volume Control ....................................................................................13
Using Headset Feature ......................................................................................13
Caller ID System Operation ..................................................................................... 14
Caller ID System ................................................................................................ 14
Viewing Caller Information during Incoming Calls ...............................................14
Caller ID with Call Waiting ..................................................................................15
Message Waiting ............................................................................................... 15
One-Touch Voice Mail Dialing ............................................................................ 15
Caller List .......................................................................................................... 16
Viewing the Caller List ................................................................................16
Placing a Call from the Caller List ................................................................16
Storing Caller ID Records into the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK)................17
Deleting Caller ID Records ..........................................................................17
Deleting a Single Record in the Caller List ...................................................17
Deleting all Records in the Caller List ..........................................................17
Name and Telephone Number DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) .......................... 18
Viewing the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ................................................18
Storing Phone Numbers ............................................................................. 18
Telephone Keypad Characters ................................................................... 19
Placing Calls from the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ................................ 20
Editing a Stored Number in the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ..................20
Deleting a Stored Number in the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ................ 21
Deleting all Stored Number in the DIRECTORY (PHONE BOOK) ............... 21
Preferred Calls ............................................................................................ 22
Blocked Calls ..............................................................................................22
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Outgoing Calls .........................................................................................22
Function Settings ..................................................................................................23
A. Setting the Ringer Level ..........................................................................24
B. Changing the Language ..........................................................................24
C. Turning the First Ring ON or OFF ............................................................25
D. Setting the Time and Date .......................................................................25
E. Adjusting the Contrast .............................................................................26
F. Setting the PBX Number .........................................................................26
G. Changing the Flash Time ........................................................................26
H. Changing the Pause Time .......................................................................27
I. Programming One-Touch Voice Mail Dialing ...........................................27
J. Deleting Message Waiting Indication .......................................................28
K. Setting the Area Code .............................................................................28
Multi-Handset System Operation ...........................................................................29
Prepare for Use .............................................................................................29
Transfer Call .................................................................................................29
Security System ....................................................................................................30
Recharging the BATTERY PACK ..........................................................................31
Changing the BATTERY PACK .............................................................................31
Problem Solving ....................................................................................................32
Technical I information ..........................................................................................34
FCC Requirements ...............................................................................................35
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Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce t he ris k of fire, elect ric sh ock and/ or in jury, always f ollow t hese
basic safet y precautions when u sing your cordle ss t elephone e quipment.
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the telephone.
3. Do not use this telephone near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a
Wet basement, near a swimming pool, or anywhere else where there is water.
4. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
5. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
6. Use only the power cord and BATTERY PACK indicated in the Owner’s Manual. Do not
dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. The BATTERY PACK may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
7. Operate this telephone using the electrical voltage as stated on the BASE UNIT or in
the Owner’s Manual. If you are not sure of the voltage in your home, consult your dealer
or local power company.
8. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet before cleaning or replacing the BATTERY
PACK. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
9. Place this telephone on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if
the telephone falls.
10. Do not cover the slots and openings on this telephone. This telephone should never
be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This telephone should not be placed in
a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
11. Do not place anything on the power cord. Install the telephone where no one will
step or trip on the cord.
12. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can increase the risk of fire or
electric shock.
13. Never push any objects through the slots in the telephone. They could 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 telephone.
14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not take this telephone apart. If service or
repair work is required on this telephone, take it to a qualified service representative.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently
used.
15. Unplug this telephone from the wall outlet and consult a qualified service
representative in any of the following situations.
A. When the power supply cord is frayed or damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the telephone.
C. If the telephone has been exposed to rain or water.
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Safety Instructions
D. If the telephone does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment may require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
telephone to normal operation.
E. If the telephone has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
F. If the telephone exhibits a distinct change in performance.
16. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
17. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed
for wet locations.
18. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
19. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Battery Safety
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if B ATTERY PACK is incorrectly replaced . Replace only
with the same or equivalent type. To r educe the risk of fire or personal injury,
read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the following type and size of BATTERY PACK:
3.6VDC, 600mAh Rechargeable Ni-MH BATTERY PACK
2. Do not dispose of the BATTERY PACK in a fire. It may explode. Check with local codes
for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the BATTERY PACK. Released electrolyte from a BATTERY
PACK is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. Electrolyte may be toxic
if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling the BATTERY PACK to prevent shorting the BATTERY PACK
with conductive materials such as rings, bracelets and keys. The BATTERY PACK or
conductor may overheat and cause burns.
5. Charge the BATTERY PACK provided with (or identified for use with) this telephone only
in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the BATTERY PACK and BATTERY
CHARGER.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ATTENTION:
The telephone that you have purchased contains a rechargeable BATTERY PACK. The
BATTERY PACK is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws,
it may be illegal to dispose of this BATTERY PACK into the municipal waste stream. Check
with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper
disposal.
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