RCA 27600 User Manual
Channel 2.4ghz cordless telephone user’s guide, Ntroduction, Nstallation
D
ESKTOP
I
NSTALLATION
1. Make sure the mounting bracket is securely fastened.
2. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to ON.
3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back of base and the other end
into an AC outlet.
4. Place handset in the base to charge for 12 hours. The CHARGE/IN USE indicator (on
the base) comes on to indicate that the battery is charging. If you don’t charge the
handset battery properly (for 12 hours) when you first set up the phone, perfor-
mance of the battery will be compromised.
5. Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base and into
a modular phone jack.
6. Raise the base antenna.
NOTE:
The phone automatically defaults to touch-tone dialing. To change to pulse
(rotary) dialing, see “Tone/Pulse Dialing.” If you don’t know which type of service you
have, check with the phone company.
27600
40-Channel 2.4GHz
Cordless Telephone
User’s Guide
FCC R
EGISTRATION
I
NFORMATION
Your telephone equipment is registered with the Federal Communications Commission and is in compliance with parts 15 and
68, FCC Rules and Regulations.
1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone
company.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these
devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices
connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as
determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company.
Notes
•
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
•
Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you
are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company.
•
Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall,
where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not
practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service
immediately. In case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1) promptly notify you of such
temporary discontinuance; (2) afford you the opportunity to correct the situation; and (3) inform you of your right to bring a
complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart E of Part 68, FCC Rules and Regulations.
The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment, operations or procedures where
such action is required in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these
changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give
you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
I
NTERFERENCE
I
NFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).
•
Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.
•
Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is
connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and
Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C.
20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
H
EARING
A
ID
C
OMPATIBILITY
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
FCC NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM
REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM
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I
NTRODUCTION
Your Cordless Telephone is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality
performance. To get the most from your new cordless telephone, we suggest that you
take a few minutes right now to read through this instruction manual.
Belt clip
Handset
Base
Mounting
bracket
CHARGE/
IN USE
PAGE
CHAN
MNO
6
JKL
5
GHI
4
DEF
3
ABC
2
1
WXYZ
9
TUV
8
PQRS
7
#
OPER
0
TONE
*
TALK
MUTE
FLASH
RE/PA
MEM
OFF • • ON
VOL
RINGER
IN USE BAT LOW
MUTE
M
ODULAR
J
ACK
R
EQUIREMENTS
You need an RJ11 type modular jack, which is the most common type of phone
jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you don’t have a modular
jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed.
D
IGITAL
S
ECURITY
S
YSTEM
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to provide protection against false
ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line.
When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies its security code. After a
power outage or battery replacement, you should place the handset in the base for
about 20 seconds to reset the code.
INSTALLATION NOTE:
Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may
cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference,
the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR.
If interference continues, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or
VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.
I
NSTALLATION
W
ALL
M
OUNT
I
NSTALLATION
Because it is necessary to charge the handset for
12 hours prior to connecting the phone for use the
first time, it is better to leave the unit on a flat
surface during initial charge before attempting to
hang it on the wall.
1. Make sure the mounting bracket is securely
fastened.
2. Set the RINGER switch to ON.
3. Place the handset in the base.
4. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back of the
base and the other end into an AC outlet. The CHARGE/IN
USE indicator comes on, indicating the battery is charging.
Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours before using the first
time. If you don't charge the phone properly when you first
set up the phone, perfomance of the battery will be
compromised.
5. Remove the mounting bracket. Rotate it so that the bottom of
the phone is flat. Reattach the mounting bracket by inserting
the tabs into the slots on the top of the unit first, and then
snapping the bottom tabs into place.
6. Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base and into
a modular phone jack. Then stuff the excess line cord into the mounting bracket.
7. Slip the mounting holes over the wall plate posts and slide the unit down firmly into
place. (Wall plate not included.)
8. Remove the handset hook; turn it upside down, and put it back in the slot. You need
to do this so the handset doesn’t fall out of the base.
9. Raise the base antenna.
NOTE:
The phone automatically defaults to touch-tone dialing. To change to pulse
(rotary) dialing, see “Tone/Pulse Dialing.” If you don’t know which type of service you
have, check with the phone company.
CAUTION:
Use only the ATLINKS USA 5-2501(black) or 5-2514( white) power
supply that came with this unit. Using other adapters may damage the unit.
M
UTE
Use the MUTE button to interrupt a phone conversation to talk privately with someone
else in the room.
1. Press MUTE to activate mute feature (the BAT LOW/MUTE indicator blinks).
2. Press MUTE again to turn it off.
T
ONE
/P
ULSE
D
IALING
This adjustment allows you to select tone (touch-tone) or pulse (rotary) mode dialing.
The phone is automatically set for touch-tone use.
T
ONE
1. Make sure the phone is OFF.
2. Press and hold the CHAN button for 2 seconds until the phone beeps.
3. Press TONE*.
P
ULSE
1. Make sure the phone is OFF.
2. Press and hold the CHAN button for 2 seconds until the phone beeps.
3. Press #.
T
EMPORARY
T
ONE
This feature enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touch-tone services
offered by banks, credit card companies, etc., by pressing the TONE button to
temporarily make the phone touch-tone compatible. To get information about your bank
account, for example, you would:
1. Press the TALK button.
2. Call the bank’s information line.
3. Press the TONE button after your call is answered.
4. Follow the voice instructions to complete your transaction.
5. Hang up when finished. The phone returns to pulse (rotary) service.
P
AGING
THE
H
ANDSET
Press the PAGE button on the base to locate a misplaced
handset. When you press the PAGE button, the handset
beeps. Press the TALK button when you locate the
handset.
NOTE:
You can still page the handset with the
ringer off.
C
HANNEL
B
UTTON
If you ever experience any interference or don’t have clear voice quality, press the
CHAN button on the handset to advance to another channel.
M
EMORY
Store up to 10 numbers in memory for quick dialing.
S
TORING
A
N
UMBER
IN
M
EMORY
1. Make sure the phone is OFF.
2. Press the MEM button.
3. Dial the number (up to 20 digits).
4. Press MEM.
5. Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number
in that memory location.
C
HANGING
A
S
TORED
N
UMBER
Use the same procedure to change a stored number as
you do to store a number— you’re just replacing the
phone number with a different number.
S
TORING
A
REDIAL
NUMBER
1. Make sure the phone is OFF.
2. Press MEM.
3. Press RE/PA.
4. Press MEM.
5. Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location.
Model 27600A
15644590 (Rev. 2 E/S)
01-21
Printed in China
CHAN
MNO
6
JKL
5
GHI
4
DEF
3
ABC
2
1
WXYZ
9
TUV
8
PQRS
7
#
OPER
0
TONE
*
TALK
MUTE
FLASH
RE/PA
MEM
OFF • • ON
VOL
RINGER
IN USE BAT LOW
MUTE
MEM button
CHAN button
RE/PA
button
CUS
T
OMER:
CUT
AL
ONG DO
T
TED LINE.
✂
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*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Total Merchandise.........................................$_______________
Sales Tax........................................................$_______________
We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state,
county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S.
currency only. No COD or Cash. All accessories are subject to availability. Where
applicable, we will ship a superseding model.
Shipping/Handling....................................... $_______________
Total Amount Enclosed.................................$_______________
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Thomson multimedia Inc.
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P.O. Box 8419
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Address_____________________________________ Apt.____________
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Authorized Signature
My card expires:
Copy the number above your name on
the Master Card.
For credit card purchases
Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your signature
are necessary to process all charge card orders.
Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.
My card expires:
Copy your complete account number from your
Master Card or Discover.
A
CCESSORY
O
RDER
F
ORM
IMPORTANT:
Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one
phone in your home that is not cordless, in case the power in your home goes out.
B
EFORE
Y
OU
B
EGIN
P
ARTS
C
HECKLIST
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
CHAN
MNO
6
JKL
5
GHI
4
DEF
3
ABC
2
1
WXYZ
9
TUV
8
PQRS
7
#
OPER
0
TONE
*
TALK
MUTE
FLASH
RE/PA
MEM
OFF • • ON
VOL
RINGER
IN USE BAT LOW
MUTE
RE/PA
button
TALK
button
CHAN
MNO
6
JKL
5
GHI
4
DEF
3
ABC
2
1
WXYZ
9
TUV
8
PQRS
7
#
OPER
0
TONE
*
TALK
MUTE
FLASH
RE/PA
MEM
OFF • • ON
VOL
RINGER
IN USE BAT LOW
MUTE
FLASH
button
MUTE
button
RINGER–
ON OFF
switch
VOL button
S
TORING
A
P
AUSE
IN
M
EMORY
Use the RE/PA button to insert a pause when a delay is needed in the dialing sequence
(for example, when you must dial a 9 to get an outside line or when you must enter
codes to access your bank’s information line). Each pause counts toward the 16-digit
limit.
If you need to dial 9 to get an outside line and want to store a number in memory
without having to dial 9 each time, you would:
1. Make sure the phone is OFF.
2. Press MEM.
3. Press 9.
4. Press RE/PA.
5. Dial the phone number you want to store in memory.
6. Press MEM.
7. Press any number key (0-9) to store the phone number in that memory location.
TIP:
If you need a longer pause, press RE/PA button more times.
D
IALING
A
S
TORED
N
UMBER
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK button.
2. Press MEM.
3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The number dials
automatically.
IMPORTANT:
If you make test calls to emergency numbers stored in memory, remain
on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher. Also, it’s a good
idea to make these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
B
ELT
C
LIP
O
PERATION
C
ONNECTING
THE
B
ELT
C
LIP
There are two slots, one on each side of
the handset.
• Attach the belt clip by inserting the
sides of the belt clip into the slots. Snap
the ends of the belt clip into place.
C
HANGING
THE
B
ATTERY
Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.
1. Remove the battery compartment door.
2. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and
remove the battery pack from the handset.
3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the
jack inside the handset.
4. Put the battery compartment door back on.
5. Place handset in the base to charge. If you don’t charge
the handset battery properly (for 12 hours) when you first
set up the phone and/or when you install a new battery
pack, the battery’s long-term performance will be
compromised.
B
ATTERY
S
AFETY
P
RECAUTIONS
• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type,
toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.
• To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the User’s
Guide.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
T
ROUBLESHOOTING
G
UIDE
In case of difficulty, please check the following Troubleshooting Guide before seeking
service.
Problem
Solution
No dial tone
• Check installation:
— Is the base power cord connected to a
working outlet?
— Is CHARGE/IN USE indicator on?
— Is the telephone line cord connected to
the base unit and the wall jack?
• Disconnect the base from the wall jack
and connect another phone to the same
jack. If there is no dial tone in the second
phone, the problem might be your wiring
or local service.
• Is the handset out of the base unit’s
range? Move closer to the base unit.
• Make sure the battery is properly charged
(12 hours).
• Is the battery pack installed correctly?
• If the phone still does not work, discon-
nect the power cord and remove the
battery pack. Then reconnect the power
cord and reinstall the battery pack. Place
handset in the base for 10 seconds to
allow it to reinitialize.
Dial tone is OK, but
• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is
can’t dial out
programmed correctly.
Handset does not ring
• Make sure the RINGER switch on the
handset is turned to ON.
• You may have too many extension phones
on your line. Try unplugging some
phones.
• See solutions for “No dial tone.”
Cannot hear phone
• Press the VOL button to adjust the
conversation
volume to the desired listening level.
You experience static,
• Change channels.
noise, or fading in and out
• Is handset out of range? Move closer to
the base.
• Does the base need to be relocated?
• Charge handset battery.
• Make sure base is not plugged into an
outlet with another household appliance.
Range is shorter
• Press the CHAN button during the
than normal
conversation to select a new channel.
• Position the base antenna upward.
Battery will not hold a
• Be sure you are sufficiently charging the
charge
or is fully charged
battery. When the battery has been
and the BAT LOW lights
charged for 12 hours, you can expect
approximately 4 hours of talk time.
• Check to be sure battery contacts on both
the handset and the base are making
contact and are clean; free of dirt or lint.
• When the handset is placed in the base,
check that the base CHARGE/IN USE
indicator is on.
BAT LOW indicator
• Place handset in base for 10 seconds to
stays on
reset the phone. If that doesn’t work,
charge battery for 12 hours.
Memory Dialing
• Did you program the memory location keys
doesn’t work
correctly?
• Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is
programmed correctly.
Unit locks up and
• If the phone still does not work,
no communication
disconnect the power cord and remove
between the base
the battery pack. Then reconnect the
and the handset
power cord and reinstall the battery pack.
Place handset in the base for 10 seconds
to allow it to reinitialize.
• If a power outage occurs while the
handset is away from the base, the
handset must be returned to the base
when the power returns.
Slot for
belt clip
Slot for
belt clip
L
IMITED
W
ARRANTY
What your warranty covers:
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• One year, from date of purchase.
(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days
from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)
What we will do:
• Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit
is under warranty for the remainder of the original product’s warranty period.
How you get service:
• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally
provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and
packing materials.
• ”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is
evidence that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented to
obtain warranty service.” For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.
Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via
standard UPS or its equivalent to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
c/o Thomson multimedia Inc.
11721 B Alameda Ave.
Socorro, Texas 79927
• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty.
• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Atlinks accepts no liability in case of
damage or loss.
• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.
What your warranty
does not cover:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides information regarding
operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be
obtained from your dealer.)
• Installation and setup service adjustments.
• Batteries.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your
unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The
return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
Limitation of Warranty:
• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO
THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
(INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO
VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA, INC., ITS
AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY
INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ATLINKS USA, INC. SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF
ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DIS-
CLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY
THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED
BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO
THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other
rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
S
ERVICE
The FCC requires this product to be serviced only by the manufacturer or
its authorized service agents. In accordance with FCC requirements,
changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc.
could void the user’s authority to operate this product. For instructions on
how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide or call
Consumer Information, 1-800-448-0329.
Or refer inquiries to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
P O Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down
the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This information
will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period.
Purchase date ____________________________
Name of store____________________________
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290
© 2001 ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
To order, call 1-800-338-0376 (for accessories only) or complete this order form.
AC power
supply
CAUTION:
Use only the ATLINKS USA 5-2501(black) or 5-2514( white) power
supply that came with this unit. Using other adapters may damage the unit.
C
ORDLESS
P
HONE
B
ASICS
M
AKING
A
C
ALL
After initial set up, put handset in the base for 12 hours to charge the battery.
The only two things you need to know to make a call are:
• Press the TALK button before you dial.
• Press TALK or place the handset in the base to hang up.
I
N
U
SE
I
NDICATOR
You know the phone is on when you see the IN USE
indicator on the handset light.
R
EDIAL
Press the TALK button, then press the RE/PA (redial/pause)
button to redial the last number you called (up to 32 digits).
R
ECEIVING
A
C
ALL
To answer a call, you must press the TALK button before
you can talk.
F
LASH
Use the FLASH button to activate custom calling services such
as Call Waiting or call transfer, which are available through
your local phone company.
TIP:
If you press the TALK button to activate custom calling
services such as call waiting, you’ll hang up the phone. Press
FLASH instead.
V
OLUME
The VOL button controls the volume of the handset's
earpiece.
R
INGER
S
WITCH
The handset ringer switch can be set to ON or OFF. If the
switch is off, the unit will not ring.
NOTE:
The RBRC seal on the battery used in your ATLINKS
USA product indicates that we are participating in a program to
collect and recycle Nickel Cadmium batteries throughout the
United States. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information or
contact your local recycling center.
Telephone line cord
4
2
3
5
6
1
8
5
7
9
4
6
CHARGE/
IN USE
PAGE
CHAN
MNO
6
JKL
5
GHI
4
DEF
3
ABC
2
1
WXYZ
9
TUV
8
PQRS
7
#
OPER
0
TONE
*
TALK
MUTE
FLASH
RE/PA
MEM
OFF • • ON
VOL
RINGER
IN USE BAT LOW
MUTE
3
DESCRIPTION
CATALOG NUMBER
White Black
PRICE* QUANTITY
TOTAL
5-2505
$21.35
Replacement battery
AC power supply
5-2501
$19.95
5-2514
Belt Clip
5-2519
$10.85
5-2518
CHARGE/
IN USE
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button