Binatone 6210 Digital Cordless Telephone With Answering Machine User Guide

Binatone 6210 Digital Cordless Telephone With Answering Machine

Unpacking your Activity 6210

In the box are:

• the cordless handset (two handsets with a Twin system, three with a Triple system, four with a Quad system)
• the base unit
• rechargeable batteries or a battery pack, and a battery compartment cover for the handset
• telephone line cable
• mains power lead and adapter

If you have an Activity 6210 Twin, Triple or Quad system, you should also have:

• one, two or three charger pods
• mains power lead and adapter for each one

Keep the packaging materials in a safe place in case you later need to transport the unit. Keep your sales (till) receipt, which is your guarantee.

If you need help …
The Binatone Help Line is available from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday, on

0845 345 9677
Calls are charged at the Local Call rate.

Or visit our website:
http://www.binatonetelecom.com/

Important note — emergency calls
Activity 6210 is not designed for making emergency calls when the mains power fails. So you should make alternative arrangements for access to Emergency Services. (This means that you should also have a basic phone that does not need mains power, connected to your line so that you can make calls during a power failure.)

Where to find it

Display messages and symbols

There are two lines of text on the display, for showing details of names and numbers. The display’s backlight will come on whenever you press a button, and stay on for a few moments after the last button was pressed.

What the symbols mean

Installation

Choose a suitable site for the base unit

• where the mains adapter plug can reach an easily accessible 230-V Ac switched mains supply socket – never try to lengthen the mains supply cable;
• where the telephone line cable reaches your telephone line socket or extension socket;
• where the unit isn’t near a bath or shower, or anywhere it could get wet;
• where the unit isn’t near to another telephone or other electrical equipment, which may cause interference.

Plug the telephone line cord and the mains
power lead into the rear of the base unit Press the cables into the grooves so that the base unit stands level

1. Switch on mains power at the socket
2. If you have a Activity 6210 Twin, Triple or Quad system Plug the mains power lead into the back of the charger pod(s) Plug the mains adapter into a 230 V AC, 50 Hz mains socket, with the switch on the socket set to OFF. Then switch on at the socket

Fit the batteries in the handset(s)

• Insert the two rechargeable batteries as shown
• Drop in the battery compartment cover, then slide it forward until it clicks firmly into place

Charge the batteries for 15 hours
Before you use the handset for the first time, it’s important to charge the batteries fully. You hear a ‘beep’ when the handset is correctly in position on the charging cradle.Leave the handset on the base unit or charger pod for 15 hours. To keep the batteries charged, whenever you don’t need to use the handset (such as overnight, or when you go out), leave it on the base unit or charger pod.

Connect the base unit to the telephone line
Switch off power at the mains socket Insert the telephone line plug into the socket Switch mains power back on Make sure the mains socket is switched on — the phone won’t work without electrical power

NOTE: the charger pod doesn’t have a connection to the telephone line.3

Making and answering calls

Phone Book (memory dialing)

Caller Display

If you subscribe to this feature from your service provider, you can see the phone numbers of people calling you, before you answer. The Activity 6210 will store the numbers of the last 30 incoming calls. Each Caller Display record includes:

• The caller’s name, if it’s one you’ve already stored in your phone’s memory.
• The caller’s number (up to 20 digits). The number won’t be displayed if the network they’re calling from doesn’t support this feature; or if they’ve withheld their number by dialing 141. If the caller’s number wasn’t available, the display shows a row of dashes.
• The month, date, and time of the call

When there have been calls you haven’t answered, the symbol is shown on the display, and the IN USE light on the base unit flashes.

To check Caller Display records

1. Press CALLER
2. Press ▲ or ▼ to scroll through the records You’ll see either a name or a number and the time of the call. If a name is displayed, to check the number:
3. Press OK When you reach the beginning or end of the list of records, you’ll hear a warning ‘beep’. Once you’ve checked all the records, the symbol will disappear from the display and the IN USE light will stop flashing.

Caller Display, continued

How to key in letters and other characters
When you’re keying in names (such as when storing numbers in memory), the numbered keys 1 to 9 give you letters, as follows: 1 gives space, – 1 2 gives ABC2 3 gives Def3 … etc. For example, to key in jane — press 5 once, press 2 once, press 6 twice and press 3 twice. After keying in a character, wait for the cursor (the flashing line) to move to the next position before you key in the next one. C takes you back to the previous character; ▼ takes you to the next one. If you need to insert a pause when keying in a number, press the CDS button. (You’ll only need this if you’re using your phone on a PBX.)

Tones and volumes

• If you’ve set the ringer volume to OFF, you won’t hear any melody at this point.

Call barring

Using call barring, you can prevent certain types of call being made on your handset. There are four levels of Call Barring:

• no bar — all calls are allowed. This is the default.
• National — you can make local and long-distance calls, but no international calls (numbers starting with 00).
• local — you can make local calls, but no long-distance calls (numbers starting with 0).
• internal — you can’t make any outgoing calls except emergency 999 calls

Customising your phone

Resetting the system

If you reset the system, you will lose all stored information (including numbers in memory) and all features will return to their default settings. ! While you are resetting the system, you should disconnect the telephone line cord from the back of the base unit, so you won’t be interrupted by incoming calls. There are two methods of resetting the system. You’ll only need the second one if you have set a PIN and forgotten it. The PIN will be reset to 0000.

Intercom, transfer & conference

If you have a Activity 6210 Twin, Triple or Quad system, you already have two, three or four handsets. You can buy spare handsets and charger pods separately. Altogether, you can have up to five handsets registered to the base unit, as numbers 2, 3, 4 and 5. With more than one handset registered to your base unit, you can

• make intercom calls from one handset to another,
• make a new intercom call while you are on an outside call
• shuttle between an outside call and an intercom call
• transfer an outside call from one handset to another
• set up a three-way conference call between yourself, an outside call and an intercom call

Each handset has its own number — 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 — which is shown on the right-hand side of the display.

Please note

• Among the handsets registered to a single base unit, only one outside call and two intercom calls can take place at once.
• If you try to make an outside call while another handset is already on the line, you will hear Busy tone.
• If you try to make an intercom call when one is already in progress, you will hear Busy tone.
• When one handset is using the outside line, the EXT symbol will appear on the displays of all other handsets.

To make an intercom call
To make a call to another handset

1. Press INTERCOM You hear Dial tone
2. Key in the number of the other handset (1, 2, 3, 4 or 5) The other handset’s number appears on your display. On its display, your number appears, and the INT symbol flashes. When the other handset user presses the PHONE button to answer, you will be connected.

To end an intercom call

1.  Press PHONE on your handset The other person will hear Busy tone, and should also press PHONE to hang up.

To transfer a call

When you’ve made or answered an outside call, to transfer it to another handset:

1. Press INTERCOM and key in the number of the other handset The outside call is put on hold. When the other handset answers, you can speak to the user. If the other handset does not answer, you can get back to the outside call by pressing INTERCOM again. To transfer the outside call to the other handset:
2. Press PHONE to hang up and transfer the call

To shuttle between two calls
When you have both an outside call and an intercom call connected, you can shuttle from one to the other, like this:

• Press INTERCOM  to speak to each call in turn, putting the other on hold You can transfer the outside call to the other handset by pressing PHONE while you’re connected on the intercom call If you press PHONE while you’re connected to the outside call, you will disconnect it. If the other handset user presses PHONE on their handset to hang up, you’ll be left connected to the outside call.

Conference calls
To set up a three-way conference between yourself, an outside call and an intercom call with another handset:

1. Either make or answer an outside call
2. Press INTERCOM then key in the number of the other handset The other user answers by pressing PHONE on their handset.
3. Press # (HASH) and hold it for about 2 seconds You hear a confirmation tone when your conference call is connected. If either handset user presses PHONE to hang up, the other user will be left connected to the outside call.

New Call tone
When you are on an intercom call and an outside call comes in, you will hear New Call tone over your conversation to tell you that someone is calling you. The EXT symbol will also flash on your handset’s display.

1. Press PHONE to end the intercom call Your handset will ring
2. Press PHONE   again to answer the outside call

Handset registration

The handset(s) supplied with your Activity 6210 base unit are already registered — the first one as handset number 1, the second as number 2. You don’t need to re-register them unless you have a problem. To check whether a handset is registered, make sure mains power to the base unit is switched on and the handset is within range. The handset’s display should show its number, and the ‘signal level’ symbol on the display should show three bars. If the display shows not sub , you need to re-register the handset.

To register a new handset or to re-register a handset

1. Press the HANDSET LOCATOR on the base unit for about 3 seconds You hear two short beeps and the IN USE light flashes. You now have 3 minutes in which to register the handset.
2. Press MENU on the handset register (If the display does not show register at this point, press ▼ until it does.)
3. Press OK BS 1 2 3 4 (These are base unit numbers.)
4. Key in 1 (base unit number 1) pin (Or, if the handset is already registered to a different base unit, key in a base unit number that is not flashing.)
5. Key in your PIN (default 0000) and press OK search After a few moments, when the handset finds the base unit, a number* appears on the display.
6. Press OK to confirm registration
   The handset’s display should now show its name and number. If the display still says not sub , go through the registration procedure again from step 1. If registration doesn’t work this time, call the Binatone Help Line for advice.

• * This is the RFPI number, a universal DECT identity number. You won’t need it unless you want to register your handset to a different brand of DECT base unit.

To de-register a handset
You may need to do this if you need to replace a faulty handset. Call the Binatone Help Line if you need more advice.

Registering to a different brand of base unit
Your Activity 6210 handsets can be registered to any GAP-compatible base unit; or you can register other GAP-compatible handsets to your Activity 6210 base unit. But we do not guarantee that all features or display messages will be available using other manufacturers’ equipment.

1. Follow the instructions in the base unit’s User Guide to put the base unit into registration mode (for example, step 1 of the registration procedure listed here).
2. Follow the instructions in the handset’s User Guide to register the handset (for example, steps 2 to 5 listed here). If you need to enter a PIN code for the base unit, refer to the base unit’s User Guide. If you have problems, contact the Binatone Help Line for more advice.

Operational notes

Electrical safety

• DON’T let the base unit get wet. Electrical equipment can cause serious injury if used while you are wet or standing in water.
• If the base unit ever falls into water, DON’T retrieve it until you have unplugged the power lead from the mains and the telephone line plug from the telephone socket; then pull it out by the unplugged cables.
• NEVER use your Activity 6210 outdoors during a thunderstorm — unplug the base unit from the telephone line and the mains socket when there are storms in your area. Damage caused by lightning is not covered by the guarantee.

Siting the base unit and charger pod
The base unit and charger pod should each be placed on a level surface, in a position where:

• the mains adapter plug will reach an easily accessible 230-V AC switched mains supply socket — never try to lengthen the mains power cable
• the telephone line cable will reach your telephone line socket or extension socket (base unit only; charger pods have no connection to the telephone line)
• it is not close to another telephone — this can cause radio interference during calls
• it is not close to a sink, bath or shower, or anywhere else where it might get wet
• it is not close to other electrical equipment — fridges, washing machines, microwave ovens, TVs, fluorescent lights, etc.

Radio signals between the handset and the base unit
To use your handset and base unit together, you must be able to establish a radio link between them. Be aware that:

• Siting the base unit as high as possible will give better results — for example, in a two-storey house, the best position may be on the first-floor landing.
• Any large metal object — like a refrigerator, a mirror or a filing cabinet — between the handset and base unit may block the radio signal.
• Other solid structures, like walls, may reduce the signal strength.

Interference
If the sound quality gets worse as you move around while on a call, this is probably due to interference between the handset and the base unit, perhaps because you are too near to another phone or other electrical equipment. Move to a different position to clear the interference. If you do not move, your call may be cut off. Radio interference in the environment may occasionally cause a short break in the link between the handset and the base unit while you are on a call. The handset’s display will flash briefly, while the unit automatically changes to a different channel to restore the link.

Keeping the batteries charged
When you don’t need to carry your handsets around (for example, at night), leave them on the base unit or charger pod, to keep the batteries charged. Whenever the battery charge level symbol on the display shows ‘nearly empty’, replace the handset on the base unit or charger pod.

‘Out of range’ warning
If you hear a warning tone during a call, and/or the sound in the earpiece becomes faint or distorted, you may be going out of range of the base unit. Move nearer to the base unit within 20 seconds, until the tone stops. Otherwise, your call may be cut off. While you are out of range and you are not on a call, the handset’s display shows search and the ‘signal level’ symbol flashes. Before you make a call, you must move closer to the base unit until the handset’s name and number are displayed and the symbol stops flashing.

Cleaning and care

• Don’t clean any part of your Activity 6210 with benzene, thinner or other solvent chemicals — this may cause permanent damage which is not covered by the Guarantee. When necessary, clean it with a damp cloth.
• Keep your Activity 6210 away from hot, humid conditions or strong sunlight, and don’t let it get wet.
• Every effort has been made to ensure high standards of reliability for your Activity 6210. However, if something does go wrong, please do not try to repair it yourself — consult your supplier or the Binatone Help Line.

Troubleshooting

• The Activity 6210 must be serviced by trained engineers. NEVER attempt any repairs or adjustments yourself — you could make the problem worse and invalidate the Guarantee.

Answering machine Quick Reference

For detailed information on how to operate the answering machine, see the separate sheet.

Shortcut buttons
To control answering machine functions, you first press the button (also labelled ). Then scroll through the menus for the function you want, and press to select it. Alternatively, some of the numbered buttons also give you shortcuts for functions you often use. Just press the button followed by the numbered button, as shown here.

Guarantee and service

The Binatone Activity 6210 is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase shown on your sales receipt. The Guarantee does not cover damage by misuse or negligence, or by excessive voltages — for example, faults on the telephone line, or lightning. This does not affect your statutory rights. Please keep your sales (till) receipt — this is your guarantee. You should also keep the original packaging material. In the unlikely event that you need to return your Activity 6210 to our Repair Centre while it is under guarantee, there will be a £5 handling charge.

While the unit is under Guarantee

1. Disconnect the base unit from the telephone line and the mains electricity supply
2. Pack up all parts of your Activity 6210, using the original packaging. Remember to include the mains adapter
3. Return the unit to the shop where you bought it, making sure you take your sales receipt

After the Guarantee has expired
If the unit is no longer under Guarantee, first follow steps 1 and 2 as for repair under Guarantee. Then …

1. Call our Service Department on 0845 345 9677 and ask for a quotation of the repair charge and details of where to send your Activity 6210 for repair.
2. Make sure you include with your Activity 6210:
   • your name and address
   • a cheque or postal order for the value of the repair charge
3. Return your Activity 6210 to the address given by the Service Department

Technical details

• Standard
  • Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT)
• Frequency range
  • 1.88 to 1.9 GHz (bandwidth = 20 MHz)
• Channel bandwidth
  • 1.728 MHz
• Operating range
  • up to 300 m outdoors; up to 50 m indoors
• Operating time
  • standby: 300 hours;
  • talking: 20 hours with speakerphone off; approx. 2 hours with speakerphone on;
  • battery charge time: 15 hours
• Security
  • 65536-combination code to prevent unauthorized use
• Temperature range
  • Operating 0 ºC to 40 ºC
  • Storage -20 ºC to 60 ºC
• Electrical power Handset
  • two 1.2 V 750 mAH Nickel metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries
  • Base unit/charger pod — input 230 V AC, 50 Hz; output AC 9 V, 300 mA; polarity – –(– +
• Port specification
  • The port (connected to the mains power supply) is a SELV port with respect to EN41003.
  • The port (connected to the telephone line) is a TNV port with respect to EN41003.
• PBX compatibility
  • Timed break recall: 98 ms. Pause length (using the CDS button): 3.6 seconds. Signalling type: DTMF (dual-tone multifrequency) also called tone dialling.
• Network connection
  • This equipment is intended to be used in the UK only. Operation on other countries’ PSTN termination points cannot be guaranteed.

Declaration of conformity

The Binatone Activity 6210 complies with the essential protective requirements and objectives of:

• EC R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC
• EC Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC
• EC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC

and conforms to the following relevant harmonized standards:

• Radio: TBR6
• EMC: EN 301489
• Safety: EN 60950, EN 41003
• Other: I-CTR37, TBR22

Connection and conditions for use
You can connect your Activity 6210 to a direct exchange line (DEL) — a line connected to a local exchange, with its own phone number; to an extension socket connected to a DEL; or to an extension on an approved compatible PBX. Do not connect Activity 6210 as an extension to a payphone. The ringer equivalence numbers (RENs) of all instruments (phones, fax machines, etc.) connected to an exchange line must not add up to more than 4 — otherwise, one or more of them may not ring and/or answer calls correctly. Activity 6210 has a REN of 1 (this is not affected by having more than one handset), and most other telephones have a REN of 1 unless marked otherwise.

Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with household waste. This equipment should be taken to your local recycling center for safe treatment.

Pressing buttons on your phone
When the instructions in this user guide tell you simply to ‘press’ a button, this means that you should press the button briefly, and then release it. When the instructions tell you to ‘press and hold’ a button, this means you should keep the button pressed until the display changes and/or you hear a tone.

References

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