ATT CL4940 User Manual
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User’s manual CL4940 Big button/big display telephone/ answering system with caller ID/ call waiting
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Model number: CL4940
Type: Big button/big display telephone/
answering system with caller ID/
call waiting
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Parts checklist Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. Coiled handset cordTelephone line cordPower adapter HandsetTelephone base User’s manualQuick start guide User’s manualCL4940Big button/big display telephone/ answering system with caller ID/ call waiting Wall mount bracket Quick start guideCL4940This quick start guide provides you with basic instructions only. For more complete instructions, refer to your user’s manual in the package or visit www.telephones.att.com/manuals. Telephone installationPlug other end of the coiled handset cord into the handset jack on the left side of the telephone base. Plug the other end into the jack on the bottom of the handset. .Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone line jack on the bottom of the telephone base. Plug other end of the telephone line cord into a telephone 1.2. Telephone line cordDSL filter (not included) is required if you have DSL high-speed Internet service.Telephone wall jackElectrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch wall jack or a DSL filter.Plug the small end of the power adapter into the power jack on the bottom of the telephone base. Plug the large end into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.3.
User’s manual CL4940 Big button/big display telephone/ answering system with caller ID/ call waiting Table of contents Getting started Quick reference guide ...........................1 Installation ...................................................3 Telephone installation ...........................4 Installation options ..................................6 Tabletop to wall mount installation ........................................6 Wall mount to tabletop installation ........................................8 Telephone settings Telephone settings ................................10 Set date/time .....................................10 Ringer volume ....................................11 Language ..............................................11 LCD contrast........................................12 Dial mode .............................................12 Telephone operation Line power mode (no AC power) ...13 To make a call during a power failure ................................................13 To answer a call during a power failure ................................................13 Telephone operation ............................14 Making a call .......................................14 On hook dialing (predialing)........14 Answering a call ................................14 Switching between handset and speakerphone ...............................14 Ending a call ........................................14 Last number redial ...........................15 Equalizer ................................................15 Options while on calls .........................16 Volume control ..................................16 Call waiting ..........................................16 Mute .........................................................16 Chain dialing .......................................17 Audio Assist® .......................................18 Temporary tone dialing .................18 Directory Directory .....................................................19 Directory memory capacity..........19 Character chart ..................................19 Create a new directory entry .....19 Review directory entries ...............20 Search by name .................................21 Display dial ...........................................22 Delete a directory entry ................22 Edit a directory entry ......................22 Speed dial ..................................................23 Enter a speed dial number ..........23 Assign a speed dial number from the directory or caller ID log .................................................24 Delete a speed dial number ........24 Review a speed dial number .......25 Dial a speed dial number ..............25
Caller ID About caller ID ........................................26 Information about caller ID with call waiting .....................................26 Caller ID history ......................................27 How the caller ID history (caller ID log) works .................................27 Missed (new) call indicator ..........27 Caller ID operation ................................28 Memory match ...................................28 Review the caller ID history ........29 View dialing options ........................30 Dial a caller ID log entry ...............30 Delete caller ID log entries .........30 Caller ID operation ................................31 Save a caller ID log entry to the directory ..........................................31 Set area code .....................................32 Reasons for missing caller ID information ..........................................33 Answering system Answering system settings................34 Announcement ...................................34 To turn on or off the answering system...............................................35 Number of rings ................................36 Call screening .....................................36 Message alert .....................................37 Remote code .......................................37 Priority code ........................................38 About the answering system ...........39 Message capacity ..............................39 Voice prompts ....................................39 Call screening .....................................39 Call intercept ......................................39 Message Guard® ................................39 Message playback ..................................40 Options during playback ...............40 Delete all old messages ................40 Memo ......................................................41 Message counter displays ..................42 Remote access ........................................43 Appendix Alert tones and lights ..........................44 Screen icons ........................................44 Alert tones ...........................................44 Indicator lights ..................................45 Display screen messages ...................46 Screen messages ..............................46 Troubleshooting ......................................47 Maintenance .............................................51 Important safety information ...........52 FCC and ACTA information ...............53 Part 15 of FCC rules .............................55 Limited warranty .....................................56 Technical specifications ......................58 Index Index .............................................................59
1 Quick reference guide MENU/SELECT Press in idle mode to enter the main menu (page 10). While in the menu, press to confirm or save an entry or setting. Press to select a highlighted item. DIRp Press to display the directory ( page 20). Press to scroll up while in menus or lists. While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the right. CANCEL While in a menu, press to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu or exit the menu display. Press and hold to reset the missed calls and new message alert (page 27). REDIAL/PAUSE Press to display the last number dialed (page 15). While using the handset or speakerphone, press to dial the last number dialed (page 15). While entering numbers, press to insert a three-second dialing pause. (pages 22, 23, and 31) While storing numbers in the speed dial memory or directory, press to copy the last number dialed before entering any numbers (pages 19 and 23.) DELETE X While reviewing the redial history, directory, or caller ID history, press to delete the displayed entry (pages 15, 22 and 30 respectively). During playback, press to delete a message or announcement (pages 40 and 35). Press twice in idle mode to delete all old messages ( page 40). Press to delete digits or characters when entering numbers or names. ANS ON Press to turn the answering system on or off (page 35). CIDq Press to display the caller ID history (page 29). Press to scroll down while in menus or lists. While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left. /REPEAT During message playback, press to repeat the message currently playing (page 40). During message playback, press twice to play the previous message ( page 40). Press in idle mode to record a memo (page 41). PLAY/STOP Press to start or stop message playback (page 40). SKIP Press to skip a message during message playback (page 40). Getting started
2 Getting started Quick reference guide /EQUALIZER During an outside call, message or announcement playback, press to change the audio quality to best suit your hearing (page 15). SPEED DIAL Press in idle mode to display the speed dial list (page 25). AUDIO ASSIST® Voices will sound louder and clearer if you press AUDIO ASSIST® while you are on a call using the handset (page 18).FLASH Press to put your current call on hold and take the new call when you receive a call waiting alert ( page 16). TONE Press to switch to tone dialing temporarily during a call if you have pulse service ( page 18). When reviewing directory entries, press to move towards the end of the telephone number (page 20). # (pound key) When reviewing directory entries, press to move towards the beginning of the telephone number (page 20). Press repeatedly to display other dialing options when reviewing a caller ID log entry (page 30). MUTE During a call, press to mute the microphone. Press again to resume your conversation (page 16). pVOLUMEq During message playback or call screening, press to adjust the listening volume (pages 40 and 39). While in idle mode, press to adjust the base ringer volume (page 11). While on a call, press to adjust the listening volume ( page 16). /SPEAKER Press to make or answer a call using the speakerphone (page 14). Press to switch between speakerphone and handset ( page 14). MIC Microphone. Audio Assist® is a registered trademark of Advanced American Telephones. Extra large tilt display Move the top of the display forward or backward to adjust the angle of the screen for maximum visibility.
3 Getting started Installation STOP! Install the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not controlled by a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface or vertically mounted on the wall (see pages 6-9). If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack (see page 4). The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters. Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the telephone base display, remove it before use. For customer service or product information, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268. Avoid placing the telephone base too close to: Communication devices such as television sets, VCRs, or cordless telephones. Excessive heat sources. Noise sources such as a window with traffic outside, motors, microwave ovens, refrigerators, or fluorescent lighting. Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage. Excessive moisture. Extremely low temperature. Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of a washing machine or work bench. • • • • • • • You must install the power adapter before using the telephone. See pages 4-5 for easy instructions.
4 Getting started Install the telephone as shown below. The telephone is ready for tabletop use. If you want to change to wall mounting, see Installation options on page 6 for details. Telephone installation Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the handset jack on the left side of the telephone base. Plug the other end into the jack on the bottom of the handset. 1. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone line jack on the bottom of the telephone base. Route the telephone line cord through the slot. Plug the other end of the telephone line cord into a telephone wall jack or a DSL filter. Plug the small end of the power adapter into the power jack on the bottom of the telephone base. Route the power adapter cord through the slot. Plug the large end into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. 2. 3. DSL filter (not included) is required if you have DSL high-speed Internet service. Telephone wall jackElectrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch Route the power adapter cord and the telephone line cord through the slots.
5 Getting started Lift the handset or press SPEAKER to check for a dial tone. Adjust the angle of the screen to reach maximum visibility. 4. 5. NOTES: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268. The power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet. You can use this telephone without the power adapter installed. See Line power mode on page 13. After you first install your telephone, the system will prompt you to set the date and time, and outgoing announcement. • • • • Telephone installation