AT&T 2455 User Manual

12.4 GHz Cordless Answering System 2455 with Caller ID/Call Waiting1Please also readPart 1 — Important Product InformationUSER’S MANUAL Part 2AT&T

Handset FeaturesFeature DirectionsRinger VolumeYou can adjust the ringer volume to four settings or off.Use the softkeys to adjust the volume down or

TELEPHONE OPERATION9Redial1 Use the softkeyto select RDL.2 Use the softkeysto scroll throughthe last fivenumbers dialed.3 Press P tocall thehighlighte

TELEPHONE OPERATION10Volume1 During a call,select VOLUME,then use the softkeys to adjust theearpiece volume.2 Select OK to save the setting for future

TELEPHONE OPERATION11Handset IconsIcon DescriptionLine in UseOn steadily with no number next to it when a parallel set isin use.On steadily with one o

12TELEPHONE OPERATIONIndicates handset is in baseIndicates baseis connected toAC powerFlashes when a call is comingin; on steadily when anyphone on th

TELEPHONE OPERATION13Operating RangeThis cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed bythe Federal Communications Commission (FCC). E

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY14You can store up to 50 telephone numbers and names in memory.Store a Number and Name in Memory1 Start from the “idle”screen.2 Beg

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY15View a Memory Number1 Start from the “idle”screen.Select MEM.2 The screen displays:3 Use the and softkeys to scroll through mem

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY16Delete a Memory Number1 Follow Steps 1–3 under “View a Memory Number.”2 Select EDIT.3 Select DEL.4 Select THIS to delete the disp

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY17Edit a Memory Number1 Follow Steps 1–3 under “View a Memory Number.”2 Select EDIT.3 Select EDIT.4 Select to move the cursor to w

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Handset to Handset1 Press I on the handset.2 Press the number of the handset youare calling (for example,press 2 forHandset 2)— OR —Use the softkeys t

19INTERCOM/TRANSFER OPERATIONAnnounced TransferAdvise another person that you are transferring a call.1 Press H to put the call on hold.2 Press I.3 En

CALLER ID OPERATION20View Calls LogThe handset stores up to 50 Caller Identification records in the Calls Log,with the most recent records displayed f

CALLER ID OPERATION21Display Dial OptionsDisplay up to four possible dialing strings for the number in Calls Log.1 Follow the directions to “View Call

Store Call Record in Telephone MemoryNOTE: Only call records with telephone numbers will be stored in thetelephone memory.1 Follow the directions to

ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATIONAT THE BASE23Audible IndicatorsThis system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voiceconfirmations when you pr

Record Your AnnouncementNOTE: If you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, besure to tell callers in your announcement to press * 1,

ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATIONAT THE BASE25Answering System Feature SetupYou can set up one feature at a time,or you can set up a feature and thenmove on

Listen To, Save & Delete MessagesThe system automatically saves your messages until you delete them,and can store approximately 15 minutes of mess

ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATIONAT THE BASE27Call Screening/Intercept1 Make sure the answering system is on,and set the message playbackvolume control above

CONTENTS1BEFORE YOU BEGIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Using More Than One Handset...3Choosing the Best Location...3About Caller ID with Ca

Connect with the Answering SystemYou can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tonephone.1 Dial your telephone number.2 When the s

29ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATIONAT TOUCH TONE PHONERemote Access CommandsFunction: Command:Play messages in Press #,then the appropriate mailbox a mailbo

HEADLINE LEFTHEADLINE L-SUB30Battery LifeBattery life depends on how far the handset is from the base,and otherenvironmental conditions.NOTE: For opt

BATTERIES31Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries. Dispose of batteries in a safe manner.Consult your local waste disposal company for disposal information.

BATTERIES32Power Fail OperationYou can use your cordless phone during a power outage when a fullycharged battery is installed in the base unit (see “S

IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY33If you have difficulty operating this phone,try the suggestions below.For Customer Service,visit our website at www.telephones.

IN CASE OF DIFFICULTYIf you hear noise or interference when using the phone:• You may be out of range. Move closer to the base.• Household appliances

PERF.PERF.foldAnswering System 2455Remote CommandsTo connect with your answering system:1 Dial your telephone number from a touch tone phone.2 When th

PERF.Remote Command PressVoice Help menu * 5Play messages #,then mailbox number (1, 2,or 3)Repeat message # 4Skip message # 6Stop # 5Save messages Han

Using More Than One HandsetThis system can support up to four handsets. You must “register”additionalhandsets (purchased separately) with the base. Th

1 Connect the power cord to the base and an electricaloutlet not controlled by a wall switch.Use only the power cord supplied with this product.If you

INSTALLATION54 Install the handset battery.5 Charge the handset battery.• Place the handset in the base (or a remote charging stand,purchased separate

Belt ClipAttach belt clip to the cordless handset (optional).HeadsetYou can use this telephone hands-free when you install a 2.5 mm headset(purchased

FEATURE SETTINGS7Handset SoftkeysPress the softkey below the operation displayed on the screen to selectthat operation. For example,to enter the menu,