Toshiba FT-8901 Answering Machine User Manual
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1. 23 Setting the base 23 Setting 6 5 24 Setting the recording time llli 24 USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE 25 Turning the answering machine ON 25 Checking and switching greeting message 25 Checking clock setting llli 26 Playing recorded messages 26 Deleting recorded message 27 Screening incomming calls 27 Leaving a memo message 28 Recording a phone conversation 2WAY REC 28 Calling in from a remote 29 Table of commands llle 30 Additional information TROUBLESHOOTING 31 WARRANTY SERVICE ssssssses 94 WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE 11 REMOTE OPERATION 37 Preparation When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury 1 2 Read and understand all instructions Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product Unplug this product from the wall outlet before c2. SETTING UP THE BASE UNIT WALL MOUNTING MOUNTING ON A STANDARD WALL PLATE Insert the bracket s tabs into the notches on the base Flip the switch hook tab over so the tab holds the handset Telephone Line Cord 3 5 52 o 3 Single Line Telephone Jack RJ11C Power Outlet AC 120V 60Hz AC Adaptor Route the cords through the guides Place the base unit on the posts of the wall plate and push down until it is firmly seated USE ONLY WITH Supplied AC ADAPTOR TAC 8930 power source AC 120V 60 Hz DC NOTES Do not use any outlet controlled by a wall switch f you don t have a standard wall plate cut out the template on this page and use it to position two screws minimum length of 13 s inches into the wall with the heads protruding about 1 4 inch l Wall mount template D IMPORTANT D Before mounting select a wall area of sufficient strength If mounting on wallboard or in an area of questionable strength locate a stud maximum support of your telephone for l Avoid electrical cables pipes or other items behind the mounting location that could cause a L hazard Preparation INSTALLATION CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK It is important to charge the battery for 12 to 16 hours continuously without any interruption before you use the handset for the first time 1 Remove the battery cover on the back
3. The handset does not ring when it is on the base CHARGE LED will not light when the handset is placed on the base Noise or interference The unit does not operate properly When the handset is returned to the base unit with the volume level set at High a momentary squeal or howling sound may sometimes be heard 32 Ringer Volume setting is OFF position gt Set the Ringe Volume to Hi or Lo The charging contacts of the handset and the base are not clean Clean them with a dry cloth The battery is several years old gt Replace with a new battery The charging contacts of the handset and the base are not clean Clean them with a dry cloth The AC adaptor of the base unit is disconnected Plug the AC adaptor firmly into the base unit and AC 120V outlet The handset is not on the base gt Place the handset on the base properly The handset is too far from the base unit Bring the handset near the base unit The battery is low gt Place the handset on the base unit to recharge The base unit is located in a place with high interference gt Relocate to another outlet Interference from TV Microwave oven computer and electrical appliances gt Press to select a clearer channel or relocate the base unit Excessive line noise gt Check with another telephone The volume control is set too high Reduce volume to a lower se
4. E a 5 zt 3 e lt n 3 o dD E S D c USING THE MENU MODE SETTING THE CLOCK The answering machine announces the day and time that each message was recorded during a play back 1 Press twice The system announces the current time 2 Press GED You hear the current day and the LED display shows the numbers 8 through 6 3 Press SELECTA Or SELECT until the correct day is announced 4 Press 5 Press SELECTA Or SELECT until you hear the correct hour setting The LED display shows the numbers through as each hour is announced 6 Press i 7 Press SELECTA Or SELECTY until you hear the correct minute setting The LED display shows the numbers 00 through 58 as each minute is announced 8 Press 9 Press SELECTA Or SELECT until you hear AM or PM The LED display shows 2 or P 1 0 Press The answering machine announces the time that you have set NOTE You can hear the time currently set by pressing 3 f you do not complete the setting procedure within 2 minutes the setting precedure is cancelled 22 USING THE MENU MODE SETTING THE SECURITY CODE PIN To access to your answering machine when you are away from home you need to identify yourself with a security code or Personal Identification Number PIN You can select any two digit number between 00 and 99 as your security code PIN 1 Pre
5. C2 C3 C MM C3 Replacing a telephone number Just store the new number following the same steps in STORING NUMBERS The new number will replace the previously stored one INSERTING A PAUSE IN MEMORY Use redial pause to make an outgoing call through a PBX or long distance Each time you press RDUP a pause of about two seconds is inserted during the dialing sequence If more than two seconds are needed press twice EXAMPLE To store 0 PAUSE 1234567890 in memory address 4 press VEY CO CP CD C2 C3 CA C9 C9 C2 UEM 48 DIALING A STORED NUMBER 1 Pick up the handset and press GALA 2 Press the 3 Press the memory location number 0 9 The stored number will be dialed NOTE If you enter a memory address which does not have any stored number error beeps sound 19 USING THE MENU MODE Menu mode allows you to setting following Answering System functions REW REPEAD SELECT V SKIP FF SELECTA LED display GREETING TIME Menu No Function LED display Menu1 Greeting message Menu2 Clock 8 55 A 5 Menu3 Security code PIN 28 99 to Menu4 Ringer volume 11 Lo GF ON Menu5 Ring time 6 4 b 65 gt Menu6 Recording time L1 4 8 Standby Return to standby 8 59 7 lt NOTES If you make no entries within
6. played after 10 rings After you hear several short beeps enter G and your security code PIN This is normal The recording time is set to A announce only Set the REC TIME to 1 or 4 minute setting There is a message has not been played gt Play the new message then delete message 33 2 5 3 EV 3 S 3 EV o 3 c 9 bel E 9 S lt Q Kej cS T WARRANTY SERVICE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS If the cordless telephone should malfunction or need changes or modifications all repairs will be performed by an authorized Toshiba Service Station This unit has been registered with the FCC for direct connection to the telephone network Under the FCC program no customer is authorized to repair this unit This applies to units either in or out of warranty If an unauthorized repair is performed the registration of the unit for direct connection to the network will be null and void If the unit is still in warranty the remainder of the warranty period will also be null and void It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to the Toshiba dealer IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS TO USERS Your telephone equipment has been designed and constructed to conform to federal regulations and can be connected to the phone line as described in this manual Please note that each product connected to the telephone line places a certain load on the lin
7. 20 seconds or 20 seconds pass after a voice prompt guidance or greeting you will hear a long beep and the answering machine return to standby Note that time out for clock setting is 2 minutes Receiving a call or pressing talk will cancel setting If you press E the setting is canceled and return to standby You can scroll to the next menu option by pressing e You can use VOLUME Or VOLUME to adjust the announcement volume level during voice prompt guidance 20 USING THE MENU MODE RECORDING THE GREETING MESSAGE You can record a personalized greeting message up to 30 seconds or use the pre recorded message When a call is received the answering machine answers the call and plays the greeting message 1 Press once You hear the pre recorded message or current greeting message 2 Press and you will hear the guidance Start to record your message For example can not come to the phone right now Please leave a message after the tone 3 To finish recording your message press Or You hear a long beep and your greeting plays back NOTE You can delete your greeting message by pressing after step 1 TO CHANGE THE GREETING MESSAGE You can change between the pre recorded greeting message and your own recorded greeting message 1 Press GREETING The current greeting message will be played 2 Press SELECTA Or GELECTW to change to the other 3 Press to exit the system 21 gt
8. Desk top mounting 10 AC adaptor information llli 10 Setting up the base unit Wall mounting 11 Charging the battery pack 000 000 cee ee 12 Setting the dial mode 00 eee eee 14 BASIC OPERATION reris snie eee 15 Makma a cal 53523 x36 cog xe REM 15 Receiving a call ivonne D REX 15 Hedial ats gent heen weed Paw EUR 16 Outof range zs eR ELLE A Bai nee das O 16 Call waiting ire feux RE se 16 Handset earpiece volume setting ooooooooo o 16 Handset ringer volume setting 0 0 cece eee 16 Base speaker volume setting 17 MUS e e Et 17 Tone Entering a Pause 17 Interference 17 Paging the handset 0 ee 17 MEMORY DIALING thon a E wee Se RS 18 Storing numbers 2 0 0 0 000 cee ee 18 Inserting a pause 19 Dialing 5 19 S TABLE OF CONTENTS USING THE MENU MODE 20 Recording the greeting 658 6 21 To change the greeting message 21 Setting the clook 1 0 eee 22 Setting the security code PIN
9. EPEAT SELECT V button page 20 to 26 button page 26 27 button page 25 Microphone For purchase of accessories please call 1 877 644 7373 Owner s manual 2 Part RC009793 Quick Reference Guide Part RC009794 ojala Rechargeable Battery Pack Speed Dial Index Card Toshiba TRB 8000 Part RC005157 Part RC004931 3 E EV o m Preparation INSTALLATION SETTING UP THE BASE UNIT DESK TOP MOUNTING For setting up the base unit follow the instructions below Raise the antenna to a vertical position Single Line Telephone Jack T RJ11C NR Telephone Line Cord ws at Ys wr EP Fasten the AC adaptor cord to prevent it from being disconnected Power Outlet AC 120V 60Hz AC Adaptor Plug the AC adaptor firmly into the base unit and the AC 120V outlet USE ONLY WITH Supplied AC ADAPTOR TAC 8930 power source AC 120V 60Hz DC9V The AC adapter must remain connected at all times It is normal for the adaptor to feel warm during use AC ADAPTOR INFORMATION Use only the supplied AC adaptor or one matching its specifications exactly aren a with this product Incorrect voltage may INPUTIACIZOVSOHETW damage the unit or cause it to function Muun 9 9 8 improperly ESAE WE TELEPHONES 10 INSTALLATION
10. EPEAT MESSAGE MESSAGE SKIP O GO O eredi MESSAGE DELETE RECORD Stor ANSWER ON 9 O 78 C9 aA O MEMO RECORD ONE ANSWER OFF GO GO O HELP GUIDANCE REMOTE ACCESS BD E PIN No E CORTE c E pum 2 S c Kej cS REMOTE OPERATION CARDS WHILE PLAYING THE OGM KEY IN G AND PIN DURANTE LA REPRODUCCION DEL MENSAJE DE Y PIN REPRODUCCION DE MENSAJE GO REPETICI N DE MENSAJE C CONTESTACI N PRESIONE SALTO DE MENSAJE A C3 durante la reproducci n BORRADO DE MENSAJE O durante la reproducci n DETENCI N DE GRABACI N OPERACI N G ACTIVACI N DE CONTESTACI N 9 GRABACI N DE MENSAJE DE MEMORANDO Q O GRABACI N DE MENSAJE DE CONTESTACION ASISTENCIA ANUNCIO DESACTIVACI N DE CONTESTACI N ACCESO AL CONTROL REMOTO PIN For technical assistance purchase of accessories or service please access www toshiba com tacp IMPORTANT We suggest you record the following information and retain for your records along with your bill of sale or equipment document Model no Serial no Purchase date Dealer Dealer address 2001 TOSHIBA AMERICA CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC UCZZ01315BZ RC009793 Printed in China
11. GD 04 Remarks Enter the command within 4 seconds after the beginning of the message to repeat the previous message and after 4 seconds to repeat the current message For longer playback press 4 2 at the end of the message To stop operation GD C9 To turn the answering system on G5 O To record a memo message up to 4 minutes To stop recording To record your greeting message To stop recording After you finish recording a memo message press GD Oo C2 4 C9 or GD C2 O C9 After you finish recording your greeting message press GD C59orG C8 Oor 8 To turn the answering system off O O To play Help Guidance O CO For your handy reference guide cut out the remote operation cards on page 35 30 TROUBLESHOOTING Should any problem occur with the unit use the following simple tests to determine whether or not servicing is required PROBLEM SOLUTION The handset battery pack does not charge Battery pack becomes low quickly Can not make or receive calls Can not hear dial tone Low battery blinks on the display The handset does not ring or receive a page The charging contacts of the handset and base are not clean Clean them with a dry cloth The battery is not connected with correct polarity gt Install the battery pack correctly The battery is several years old gt Replace with a new battery The battery was not
12. ODUCT THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED CONTAINS A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY UNDER VARIOUS STATE AND LOCAL LAWS IT MAY BE ILLEGAL TO DISPOSE OF THIS BATTERY INTO THE MUNICIPAL WASTE STREAM PLEASE CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL GOVERNMENT FOR DETAILS IN YOUR AREA REGARDING RECYCLING OPTIONS OR PROPER DISPOSAL SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT THIS PRODUCT MAY CONTAIN RECYCLED OR RECONDITIONED PARTS AND MATERIALS LOCATION OF CONTROLS HANDSET lt 5 e S Q a Antenna 7 Speed Dial Index Card back Write down numbers stored in memory TALK BATT LOW LED Redial Pause button page 16 17 button page 15 button page 14 16 TONE MODE button page 14 17 MEM Memory button page 18 button page 17 Charging Contacts GD PULSE MODE button page 14 button page 16 7 Battery Compartment page 12 Channel button page 17 Modular Line Cord Wall Mount Bracket AC Adaptor Part RC008231 Part RC009245 TAC 8930 Part RC009255 LOCATION OF CONTROLS BASE UNIT DC IN 9v jack page 10 LINE modular jack page 10 button page 17 ZA POWER LED Antenna button page 25 ANSWER IN USE LED LED CHARGE LED button page 20 to 24 button page 20 to 24 Speaker button page 21 28 buttons page 20 to26 LI SKIP FF SELECT A button page 26 button page 26 button page 26 REW R
13. TOSHIBA OWNER S MANUAL 900MHz CORDLESS TELEPHONE DIGITAL ANSWERING SYSTEM FT 8901 uoneiedald uejs s Bunemsuy The FIRST thing to do after unpacking your new cordless telephone is CHARGE THE BATTERY Please read and follow the few instructions on PAGE 2 BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING ELSE gt Q e eo 3 D S EV eo 3 Preparation GETTING STARTED DO THIS FIRST FIRST After unpacking your new cordless phone CHARGE THE HANDSET BATTERY Set your new phone in an out of the way place near a power outlet but where it will not be disturbed Plug the AC adaptor into the wall power outlet Plug the AC adaptor cord into the power jack on the base unit The POWER LED should light If not see TROUBLESHOOTING page 31 Take the cover off the handset battery compartment plug the battery connector into the receptacle inside the battery compartment and replace the cover The connector only goes in one way Place the handset into the base unit s charging cradle The CHARGE LED should light The battery charging period has now started From now until the 12 hour period is complete do not let anything cause the handset to be removed from electrical contact with the base unit s charging pins or power to be removed from the base unit Now set the dial mode to Tone or Pulse for your type of service according to the instructions on Page 14 and your telephone is read
14. achine announces the ring time that you have set TS TOLL SAVER MODE The phone answers at the second ring when there are new messages and the fourth ring when there are no new messages When you check the message from the outside phone hang up if you hear the third ring to save the toll charge SETTING THE RECORDING TIME Select one of two maximum recording times or Announce Only 1 minute 4 4 minutes A Announce only 1 Press six times The LED display shows the current recording time 2 Press to change the recording time 3 Press SELECTA or SELECT until the desired time appears 1 minute 4 4 minutes A Announce only 4 Press to set the new recording time The system announces the recording time that you have set A Announce Only If you set the recording time to A the selected greeting message will be announced and no incoming message will be accepted The LED display shows 8 24 USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE 9 WOLUMET 8 1 VOLUMED SKIP FF PLAY STOP TIME TURNING THE ANSWERING MACHINE ON amp OFF Press to turn the answering machine on The ANSWER LED will light and the number of messages appears on the LED display The greeting message will be played and you hear a long beep To turn off the answering machine press ANSWER The LED display turns off NOTE If the message storage area is full the LED display shows FL and the syste
15. can cause shocks sparks or other damage during subsequent use Take this product to a qualified service technician under any of 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 according to the operating instructions Adjust only those controls covered by this manual Improper adjustment of other controls may result in serious damage to the unit or your home E If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged F If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance 12 Do not use the telephone in the vicinity of a gas leak IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The RBRC Seal The RBRC Seal on the easily removable nickel cadmium battery contained in our product indicates that Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc TACP is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of service within the United States The RBRCTM program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste which is illegal in some areas TACP s payments to RBRCTM make it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers of replacement nickel cadmium batteries or at authorized TACP product service cente
16. e We designate this as the unit s Ringer Equivalence Number It is most unlikely but If your telephone equipment should cause problems on the phone line the phone company has the right to temporarily discontinue your service If this happens the phone company will notify you and give you the opportunity to correct the problem Also you need to know that the phone company does have the right to make changes in their lines and or equipment If these changes might affect your telephone equipment or require changes in the telephone equipment or its connection the phone company will notify you in writing So you have the chance to take whatever action necessary to ensure uninterrupted phone service FCC REQUIREMENTS You are no longer required by the FCC to notify your local telephone company of your intent to connect a new telephone Your local telephone company may call you and request information about your phone such as the brand name model number registration number and ringer equivalence number This information is provided on a label located at the bottom of the base unit and handset You may not directly connect your telephone equipment to coin telephone services Check with your local telephone company if you wish to connect your telephone equipment to a party line service Some party line services require a special adaptor or modification to your telephone It should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequenc
17. f message Press after 2 seconds after the beginning of message Press SKIP FF Press and hold REW REPEAD Press and hold SKIPFP Press during playback of the message you want to delete Press Finish the playback of all messages Then press and hold till a beep sounds Press VOLUME 2 or VOLUME repeatedly USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE DELETING RECORDED MESSAGES To delete all messages Press and hold till a beep sounds after playback of all messages If there are messages that you have not listened to an errer tone sounds and the messages will not be deleted To delete individual messages While playing back the message you want to delete press DELETE The message is deleted and the next message will be played NOTE To maintain maximum record time it is a good idea to delete the old messages SCREENING INCOMING CALLS You can screen calls when the answering machine is on 1 After the answering machine answers the base speaker lets you hear the caller as the machine records the message 2 To answer the call immediately simply pick up the handset or press if the handset is away from the base The answering machine will disconnect automatically NOTE If the speaker volume is set to 0 you can not use the screening calls feature gt E D 5 3 e 2 n 3 E gt o dD E S c USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE LEAVING A MEMO MESSAGE You can use
18. fully charged at the initial charging gt Charge the battery for 12 to 16 hours without any interruption The battery is several years old gt Replace with a new battery The AC adaptor of the base unit is disconnected Plug the AC adaptor into the base unit and the AC 120V outlet The battery is low gt Place the handset on the base unit to recharge Telephone line cord is disconnected Check both ends of the telephone jack The previous call was not disconnected gt Press to disconnect the line Trouble with the telephone line Check an extension line Outlet used is controlled by a wall switch in its OFF position Relocate it to another outlet The handset is too far from the base unit gt Bring the handset near the base unit Dial setting needs to be changed gt Press and hold key then choose the appropriate setting The battery is low Return the handset to the base The handset is located away from the base or the battery has been discharged gt Return the handset to charge when finished your call The digital security code is changed Remove the handset from the base unit and press and hold While the handset is emitting return the handset to the base unit The battery is low gt Place the handset on the base unit to recharge 31 2 e 3 EV S 3 EY o 3 Additional Information TROUBLESHOOTING
19. guarantees agreements and similar obligations of manufacturer or seller with respect to the repair or replacement of any parts In no event shall TACP THI be liable for consequential or incidental damages No person agent distributor dealer or company is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever The time within which an action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of TACP THI arising under the warranty or under any statute or law of the United States or any state thereof is hereby limited to ninety 90 days from the date you discover or should have dicovered the defect This limitation does not apply to implied warranties arising under state law This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts when an action may be brought or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above provisions may not apply to you 35 2 e e 3 EV S 3 5 o 3 REMOTE OPERATION CARDS TOSHIBA REMOTE OPERATION OF FT 8901 A Call your machine from touch tone phone After your machine answers enter and security code PIN pressing each digit for at least 1 second If you enter and PIN correctly your machine sounds invitation tone after the announcement Now enter the command and
20. ies 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 and if interference is experienced moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference WARRANTY SERVICE TELEPHONE TELEPHONE ANSWER MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc TACP and Toshiba Hawaii Inc THT make the following limited warranties These limited warranties extend to the original consumer purchaser or any person receiving this set as a gift from the original consumer purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee Limited One 1 Year Warranty of Labor and parts TACP THI warrant this product and its parts against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one 1 year after the date of original retail purchase During this period TACP THI will repair or replace your defective product with a new or refurbished unit at our option Owner s Manual You should read the owner s manual thoroughly before operating this product Your Responsibility The above warranties are subject to the following conditions 1 You must provide a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase 2 These warranties are effective only if the product is purchased and operated within the USA or Puerto Rico How to Obtain Warranty Service 3 Within the co
21. l short beeps Press C2 and enter your security code PIN IF THE ANSWERING MACHINE IS ON After playing your greeting message press C2 and enter your security code PIN 2 The answering machine announces the number of new and old messages The unit automatically starts playing the Help guidance Press and the appropriate number button that corresponds to the operation you want see TABLE OF COMMANDS on next page 4 When you have finished press C2 and or hang up to exit the system NOTES e When entering your security code PIN the second digit must be entered within 2 seconds after the first one If you enter a wrong security code PIN 3 times the line will be disconnected Enter the command within 15 seconds while you hear intermittent beeps Otherwise the line is disconnected e When you call your phone while the message storage area is full you will hear several short beeps after the 10th ring Enter G and your security code PIN then you can continue to enter the commands e During a operation from a remote location appears on the LED display 29 gt 3 o 5 zt 3 lt 2 Answering system USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE TABLE OF COMMANDS OPERATION To repeat an incoming message during playback To playback an incoming message up to 4 minutes To skip to the next message during playback To delete individual messages during playback 6 C9
22. leaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for cleaning Do not use this product near water Sources such as bath tubs wash bowls kitchen sinks laundry tubs wet basements or swimming pools Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table The telephone may fall causing serious damage to the telephone Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or 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 sofa rug or other similar surface 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 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where the cord can be stepped on or tripped over Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 10 Do not disassemble this product 11 Opening or removing covers puts you at risk of electrical shock and incorrect reassembly
23. lephone call complete the replacement of the battery pack within 30 seconds and you can return to the original call 13 3 ES EV o Preparation INSTALLATION Before using the handset make sure to read the following instructions SETTING THE DIAL MODE Depending on your dialing system set the mode as follows 1 Press and hold until you hear a confirmation tone 2 To set the dial mode for pulse dialing press Or to set the dial mode for tone dialing press CONE A confirmation tone sounds to indicate the setting is complete Note Most phone systems use tone dialing 14 BASIC OPERATION Before using the handset make sure to read the following instructions Redial Pause TALK FLASH MUTE Handset On The Base Handset Off The Base 1 Pick up the handset 1 Press TALK 2 Press TALK 2 Listen fot the dial tone 3 Listen for the dial tone 3 Dial the number 4 Dial the number To hang up Press TALK or return the handset to the base Auto Standby RECIEVING A CALL Handset On The Base Handset Off The Base Pick up the handset Auto Talk Press any button Any key answer To hang up Press TALK or return the handset to the base Auto Standby Basics BASIC OPERATION Handset On The Base Handset Off The Base 1 Pick up the handset and press TALIO 1 Press 2 Listen for the dial
24. m announces No remaining time after the greeting message You should delete messages see page 27 Or the system cannot record any message CHECKING AND SWITCHING GREETING MESSAGE You can check the message and switch from the Pre recorded message to the user greeting message gt E a 5 zt 3 e lt 2 3 1 Press GREETING The current greeting message will be played 2 Press SELECTA Or SELECTW to switch the greeting message and the greeting message will be announced 3 Press to exit the system gt o dD E ET c USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE CHECKING CLOCK SETTING You can check the time day hour minute AM and PM by using the Time stamp To check the time press TIME The time will be announced PLAYING RECORDED MESSAGES The display shows the total number of recorded messages If new messages have been recorded the number blinks To listen to the messages press Messages will be played in the order they were received During playback see the table below for more operation To playback the message To repeat the previous message To repeat the current message To skip the message To rewind the message in double speed To play back the message in double speed To delete a message To stop playback To delete all messages To adjust the speaker volume 0 9 26 Press LAY STOP Press within 2 seconds after the beginning o
25. ntinental U S A if you should find a defective product within the warranty period please call 1 877 644 7373 4 Warranties extend only to defects in materials or workmanship as limited above and do not extend to any product or parts which have been lost or discarded by you or to damage to products or parts caused by misuse accident damage caused by Acts of God such as lightning or fluctuations in electric power improper installation improper maintenance or use in violation of instructions furnished by us or to units which have been altered or modified without authorization of TACP THI or to damage to products or parts thereof which have had the serial number removed altered defaced or rendered illegible 5 Physically damaged products are not acceptable for repair or exchange within or after the warranty period expires In The Continental United States contact www toshiba com tacp In the event a problem should develop with your product please proceed as follows In Hawaii contact Toshiba Hawaii Inc 327 Kamakee Street Honolulu HI 96814 808 591 8377 All warranties implied by state law including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are expressly limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above With the exception of any warranties implied by state law as hereby limited the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties
26. number by pressing the keypad during playback To repeat press 1 during playback To delete press 4 during playback C To record memo message press 7 To record greeting message press 8 To stop recording press 5 To turn on the answer mode press 6 To turn off the answer mode press 9 D To stop operation press 5 B To playback incoming and memo NU messages press 2 To skip press 3 x TOSHIBA OPERACIONES POR CONTROL REMOTO FT 8901 borrar presione 4 durante la reproducci n Para grabar mensajes de memorando presione 7 Para grabar un mensaje de saludo presione 8 Para detener la grabaci n presione 45 Para activar o desactivar el modo de contestaci n presione 6 Para A Llame a su tel fono desde un tel fono de teclado Despu s que su tel fono conteste introduzca y el c digo de seguridad PIN presionando cada d gito durante 1 segundo como m nimo Si introduce correctamente y el PIN su tel fono emitir un tono de invitaci n despu s del anuncio Luego t ae introduzca el mandato y un numero desactivar el modo de contestaci n presionando las teclas presione 9 B Para reproducir los mensajes recibidos D Para detener la operaci n presione y los memorandos presione 2 Para 5 saltar presione 3 durante la reproducci n Para repetir presione 1 durante la reproducci n Para E 2 e e 3 EV S 3 pet Oo 3 37 MESSAGER
27. of the handset by sliding it down 2 Plug the battery pack cord into the connector with the correct polarity black and red wires 3 Place the battery pack in the battery compartment Put the battery cover back by sliding until it snaps into place Make sure not to get the wires of the battery pack caught in the cover Place the handset on the base unit Be sure the CHARGE LED lights If the CHARGE LED does not light make sure the AC adaptor is plugged in securely Charging contacts LED NOTES Use only the supplied battery pack TRB 8000 power source 600mAh 3 6VDC The battery pack is not charged properly if the charging contacts are dirty or tarnished Clean the contacts occasionally with a dry cloth 12 INSTALLATION After the battery pack is fully charged Operation Approx battery life While in use Talk mode up to 7 hours While not in use Standby mode up to 14 days When the TALK BATT LOW LED blinks all handset buttons are disabled and the battery needs to be charged If this occurs during a call you hear short beeps Finish the call as soon as possible and place the handset on the base unit NOTES f a call comes in when the battery is too low to operate properly you will be unable to answer the call or the call will be disconnected The redial memory numbers backup for up to one minute while you replace the battery pack If you must replace the battery pack during a te
28. rs You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the spent battery Please call 1 800 8 BATTER for information on Ni Cd battery recycling in your area TACP s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources RBRC M is a trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS BY THE BATTERY READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Exercise care in handling the BATTERIES batteries Contact with conductive materials such as rings bracelets and keys may cause the battery to short out resulting in overheating which could burn 3 S D o 35 1 Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the instruction manual provided for this product 5 Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the instruction manual provided for this product 2 Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire The cell may explode Check with State and local codes for possible special disposal instructions 3 Do not open or mutilate the battery pack Released electrolytes are corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin It may be toxic if swallowed Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and the battery charger ATTENTION THE PR
29. ss MENU three times You hear the current the current setting and the LED display shows the current security code PIN 2 Press to change the security code PIN The system announces current security code PIN 3 Press SELECTA Or SELECTV until the desired number appears 4 Press Gen to set the security code PIN The answering machine announces new security code PIN SETTING THE BASE RINGER VOLUME Select one of three ringer volume setting 4 1 High to Low GF off 1 Press four times You hear the current ringer volume and the LED display shows the ringer volume gt E a 5 zt 3 e lt n 3 2 Press 3 Press SELECTA or SELECTY until the desired ringer volume appears H High to Low GF off 4 Press to set the ringer volume The system announces the ringer volume that you have set NOTE If the base ringer is set to off and the handset is on the base both the base and handset ringer is disabled E c E S c USING MENU MODE SETTING THE NUMBER OF RINGS Select one of four ring time setting 2 2rings 4 4rings 5 6rings t5 Toll server 1 Press five times The current ring time is displayed on the LED display 2 Press to change the ring time 3 Press SELECTA or SELECT or until the desired ring time appears 2 2rings 4 4rings 6rings amp 5 Toll Server 4 Press to set the new ring time The answering m
30. the base unit to record a memo up to 10 minutes as a reminder to yourself or as a message for someone else in the household A memo is stored and played back like any other incoming message and the LED display will blink to indicate that a message has been received 1 Press and hold till a beep sounds You hear Record your message after the tone and a long beep 2 Begin speaking close to the microphone 3 When you finish recording press REC MEMO 2WAY OF PLAY STOP RECORDING A PHONE CONVERSATION 2WAY REC You can record a telephone conversation that is already in progress with the handset up to 10 minutes The conversation is stored and played back like an incoming message 1 During a call with the handset press and hold till a beep sounds Recording starts and both parties hear the intermittent beeps 2 To stop recording press REC MEMO 2WAY Or PLAY STOP You hear a long beep NOTE When recording a conversation all handset keys except are disabled Stop recording if you need to use any other handset keys USING THE ANSWERING MACHINE CALLING IN FROM A REMOTE LOCATION You can retrieve messages or change answering machine settings by calling your phone from a touch tone phone Even if the answering machine has been left off you can still access it by turning it on first 1 IF THE ANSWERING MACHINE IS OFF Let the phone ring at least 10 times The line will connect and you will hear severa
31. tone 2 Listen for the dial tone 3 Press RDU 3 Press OUT OF RANGE During a call as you begin to move too far from the base unit the noise increases Then you should move close to the base unit If you travel out of range your call terminates See page 17 Interference or static CALL WAITING To use this feature you must subscribe to the Call Waiting Service 1 When you hear a call waiting tone during your conversation on the phone simply press CLASE 2 To return to the first caller press again NOTE Pressing without receiving a Call Waiting signal may disconnect the current caller HANDSET EARPIECE VOLUME SETTING To adjust the earpiece volume press during a call HANDSET RINGER VOLUME SETTING To adjust the ringer volume press during standby mode NOTE When the handset is on the base the handset ringer volume is disabled BASIC OPERATION BASE SPEAKER VOLUME SETTING To adjust the base unit speaker volume press WOLUME Or VOLUME while speaking MUTE To mute a conversation press during a conversation To resume normal conversation press or MUTE TONE ENTERING A PAUSE To Do this To temporarily switch to tone dial Press TONE 3O The following numbers When the base is set to pulse mode will be sent as tone dialing See page 14 To enter a pause within the dialing Press See page 19 sequence INTERFERENCE OR STATIC If you hear noise d
32. tting The base antenna is not in a vertical position gt Lift the antenna to a vertical position The phone needs to be reset gt Disconnect the AC adaptor and reconnect it to within few seconds This is normal gt lt may be prevented by changing the volume setting to Medium or Low before returning the handset to the base unit WARRANTY SERVICE PROBLEM SOLUTION The answering machine does not answer the call Aanswering machine does not play The messages are not recorded incomplete The answering machine does not respond to remote operation The LED display shows A Announce only Can not delete messages The recording capacity is full gt Delete the unnecessary message No message is recorded gt This is normal The message was too long or too short The message should not be longer than the recording time 1 or 4 minutes or shorter than 2 seconds The recording capacity became full gt Delete recorded messages The phone was answered during recording The recording time is set to A announce only Set the REC TIME to 1 or 4 minute setting You are not calling from a touch tone phone Call from a touch tone phone The security code PIN you entered was wrong gt Make sure you entered the correct security code PIN gt If the answering machine is turned off the phone will answer and the greeting message will be
33. uring a call press to select another channel The TALK BATT LOW LED blinks while changing a channel PAGING THE HANDSET To locate the handset while it is off the base press PAGE The handset beeps for 60 seconds To stop paging press or any key at the handset or return the handset to the base unit NOTE You cannot page the handset during a call 17 MEMORY DIALING You can store up to 10 telephone numbers in the memory NOTES Always press a button within 20 seconds or the phone will return to standby e If you press a wrong button an error tone sounds and the handset returns to standby mode e If you receive an incoming call or a pager call from the base unit during the operation the operation will be cancelled TALK RDUP Redial Pause Memory STORING NUMBERS You can store up to 16 digits including x and PAUSE as a telephone number 1 Pick up the handset and press 2 Dial the telephone number you wish to store up to 16 digits 3 Press 18 MEMORY DIALING 4 Enter the memory address 0 to 9 at which you wish to store the phone number stored in step 3 You will hear a long beep when the number is successfully stored To store more telephone number repeat steps 1 to 4 5 Return the handset to the base unit 6 Record the telephone numbers on the SPEED DIAL INDEX CARD and place it on the back of the handset EXAMPLE To store 9012345 in memory address 3 MEM C9 CO C
34. y for normal use Information on the use of other features follows page 15 FEATURES Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc takes pride in presenting the cordless telephone and digital answering system An all digital answering device provides many new conveniences not available on tape machines such as repeat skip and individual message delete INTRODUCTION 3 ES EV o 3 900MHz analog transmission with extended talk range 40 channel auto scanning All digital recording system approx 15min recording time Advanced compandor noise reduction Advanced message management design Voice guidance time stamp Long standby battery life 14 days One way page handset locator Last number redial 32 digits 10 speed dial 16 digits each Mute on handset Any key answer Reversible charging system Hearing aid compatible HAC volume Desk Wall mountable bracket included Custom greeting message pre recorded greeting message Memo recording e Volume control 3 level Digital security code 65 536 codes TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION emer mmm RO RR ae dme mcn MIRO m n 3 AA ead dads 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 6 LOCATION OF CONTROLS 8 Handset od PE 8 Base MT ise 9 INSTALLATION oi me be ep E ART S 10 Setting up the base unit
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