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A50 A50 UltraClear Sound Shaping Expandable Cordless T elephone Installation Guide & User Manual Congratulations… Y ou ha ve just purchased the Most Remarkable Amplified Cordless Expandab le T e.
2 Thank you for selecting the A50 UltraClear Sound Shaping Ex- pandable Cordless T elephone from BellSouth. This manual will help you install your telephone and learn its basic operation. The BellSouth A50 has been designed specically to meet your needs, blending an array of valuable features with simplicity and style.
3 T able Of Contents CONDITIONS FOR USE Page 5 FEA TURES & FUNCTIONS Base Unit T op & Bottom Views Page 6 Handset Front View Pages 6-7 Handset Left side, Right side & Back side Views Page .
4 T able Of Contents Basic Operation Answering a call Page 17 Making a call Page 17 Using the Pre-dialing feature Page 17 Using the Last number redial feature Page 17 Using the Flash feature Page 17 U.
5 Conditions for Use Important Safety Instructions Read and understand the Installation Guide & User Manual. When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
6 Features & Functions 1 . Page icon button (P AGE): Press to page the handset. The handset will ring for about 25 seconds then end the paging automatically . 2 . Charger indicator LED: Lights up when handset is placed on the base for charging. (RED) 3 .
7 Features & Functions 6. Lighted keypad: The keypad stays lit up for 15 seconds after removing the hand- set from the base. T o reactivate the feature while in standby , press the or the “ MEMO ” button. T o activate while the phone is in use, press any key .
8 Ba c k Vi e w Le ft Vi ew R ig ht Vi ew (Diagram #3) – Location of Back & Sides of Handset Controls Features & Functions 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 . Belt clip: Use to attach handset to the waist.
9 Features & Functions ERROR message: The CALLER ID display is unable to identify the caller ’s name and/or number . The LCD will show ERROR , this does not mean that there is a fault with your phone. IN ST ANDBY mode: In this mode the LCD display will show the handset number , date and real time (See diagram #4).
10 requires a modular phone jack (RJ1 1C) and a standard 120V AC wall outlet. Place this telephone on a stable surface. Serious damage and/or injury may result if the telephone falls. NOTE : Install the base away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, television sets or microwave ovens.
1 1 Installing Batteries Handset batteries MUST be connected before beginning initial charging! (Diagram #6) – Installing the batteries 1. Remove battery compartment cover by sliding it downwards.
12 Battery Life Fully charged batteries provide an average talk time of about 4 hours, or standby time of about 8 days. T alk time & standby time may vary depending on operating conditions.
13 Area Code Setting Y our BellSouth A50 allows you to dial from your CALLER ID memory and your phonebook. When you use your phone for the rst time or if you have moved to a different area code, you need to enter your area code into the phone.
14 1 . P r e s s t h e “ SEL ” button once then the LCD display will show PROGRAM t o indicate you entered the SETTING MODE. 2. Press the 4 key , then the SET TIME will show on the LCD display and the digit for MONTH will flash (the sequence is MONTH-DA Y -HOUR-MINUTE).
15 Caution : When the “ AUTO AMPLIFY ” switch is set to ON , the handset volume will be set to loud. T o protect people who do not experience a hearing loss, we suggest setting the switch to OFF . Y ou may turn the extra amplication feature back ON by pressing the “ AMPLIFY ” button.
16 ference. T o improve reception, move closer to the base. Once the handset is too far away from the base, an out of range warning tone will be sounded indicating the user should move closer to the base. If not, after about 20 seconds, the handset will automatically disconnect and your phone will be left off the hook.
17 Basic A50 Operation Answering A Call 1. If the handset is off of the base, press the button to receive the call. -Or- 1. If the handset is in the base, lift the handset to receive the call. 2. Adjust your V olume and T one settings if needed (See page #16 for information on adjusting Volume & T one controls).
18 Using The Pause Feature For Dialing The “ R/P ” button is used to insert a temporary pause during a dialing sequence. Program- ming in a pause will cause the phone to wait two (2) seconds before dialing additional numbers.
19 NOTE : When you plug the headset into the HEADSET JACK , it automatically mutes the microphone and speaker of the cordless handset. Unplug the headset to return the handset to normal use.
20 -Or- Save numbers and names from the CALLER ID to phone book 1. Begin with the phone in the standby mode, press the or arrow button repeatedly to find the CALLER ID number you want to add. 2. If the number has the caller ’s name, press the “ MEMO ” button to store.
21 Deleting all records from phone book 1. In standby mode, press the “ MEMO ” button, and then the LCD shows the total number of records. 2. Press the “ F ” button twice (2), and then all of the records will be deleted.
22 Deleting a single CALLER ID number 1. In standby mode, press the or arrow button, then the LCD display shows the total number of CALLER ID numbers and new numbers ( A L L 0 0 NEW 00 ). 2 . T h e n p r e s s t h e o r a r r o w b u t t o n a g a i n t o v i e w t h e C A L L E R I D number you want to delete.
23 T echnical information This cordless telephone uses radio frequencies to allow mobility . There are certain dif- culties in using radio frequencies with a cordless telephone. While these are normal, the following could affect the operation of your system: Noise Electrical pulse noise is present in most homes at one time or another .
24 Maintenance and Care The BellSouth A50 has been designed to give you years of dependable service. T o ensure the utmost in performance, follow these guidelines in caring for your phone: General Cautionary Instructions 1. Avoid dropping or knocking the unit.
25 Dimensions: Handset Size: 6” X 2.25” X 1” Base Size: 5.5” X 4” X 2.5” Weight: 1 1.2 oz with batteries Power Requirements: 120V AC-60Hz-18W / 12VDC-500mA Batteries: (3) AAA NiMH Batteries (included) T roubleshooting Guide If you experience trouble with your BellSouth A50, please try the suggestions below before calling for help.
26 3. If the phone does not ring when you receive a call: · Make sure the handset ringer is ON. · Make sure the telephone modular line cord is connected rmly to the base and the telephone jack. · Make sure the AC adapter is plugged rmly into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch.
27 FCC Registration Notice THE INFORMA TION INFORMING THE USER OF HIS/HER AND THE TELEPHONE COMP ANY’S RIGHT AND OBLIGA TION IS OUTLINED BELOW . a) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACT A.
28 otherwise do not alter or repair any part of device except as specified. i) Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation for informa- tion.
29 W arranty & Service HITEC Group, Ltd. warrants the BellSouth A50 against any defect in materials or workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase. Should you experience a problem, contact our customer service department or visit our website at www .
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