Toshiba Strata Dk Cordless Digital Telephone User Guide

							Introductionv
Introduction
This guide describes the features and operation of the Toshiba DKT2004-CT 900 MHz 
Cordless Digital Telephone with Strata DK Business Telephone Systems. To get the most from 
your cordless digital telephone, please read this guide thoroughly.  The Strata DK systems 
which support this equipment are:
©DK14
©DK16e/DK16
©DK40i/DK40
©DK424/DK280 (Release 3.0 or higher)
Your Toshiba Cordless Digital Telephone also works with Strata DK24/56/96 systems. For 
Strata DK24/56/96, Release 4 and Strata DK14 and DK40, see the “Access Codes” section of 
the Appendix for differences in operation. 
						

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Organization
 This user guide is divided as follows:
©Chapter 1—The Grand Tour covers an equipment overview by describing the features 
associated with the cordless digital telephone.
©Chapter 2—Installation covers instructions for installing your cordless digital telephone 
with your Strata DK System.
©Chapter 3—Configuration covers the configuration options for optimizing the 
performance of your cordless phone.
©Chapter 4—Using the Handset covers the various controls and features related to 
operating your cordless phone.
©Chapter 5—Operation covers the practical operation of the cordless digital telephone 
features.
©Appendix covers descriptions of the Optional Headset, Installation, Troubleshooting, 
Range, Telephone Line Problems, Specifications, Available Optional or Replacement 
Items, and Access Codes.
Important!Before using your new cordless phone, the battery must be charged continuously 
for 10 hours.
How To Use This Manual
You can use this guide in a variety of ways, depending on your level of experience with the 
system and your assigned password level.
If you are a new user of DKAdmin/DKBackup, you should attempt to read this entire 
guide. It introduces you to all the features and procedures of the system and enables you to 
work with DKAdmin/DKBackup quickly.
If you are proficient in using DKAdmin/DKBackup, you may still have questions from 
time-to-time about a particular function or procedure. Use the Index to locate a subject or 
item that you may have questions about, or scan the Contents. 
						

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Conventions
NoteElaborates specific items or references other information.
Important!Calls attention to important instructions or information.
CAUTION!Advises you that hardware, software applications, or data could be damaged if 
the instructions are not followed closely.
Alerts you to precautions noted both on the equipment and in this guide.
Letters in [brackets] 
represent buttons which have Directory Numbers on them. For example:
[PDN] Primary Directory Number button (the Extension Number for your 
telephone).
[SDN] Secondary appearance of a [PDN]. A [PDN] which appears on another 
telephone is considered an [SDN].
[PhDN] Phantom Directory Number button (an additional Directory Number). 
[DN] any Directory Number button (also known as an Extension or Intercom 
Number).
([WUDEROGletters represent telephone buttons. For example: .
ädenotes the step in a one-step procedure.
~means “through”. For example: 5 ~ 10.
+ is used for multiple key entries. 
Example: Press 
6SHHGLDO + 
;; + 5HGLDO + 6SNU (;; = 08~60 seconds).
WARNING! Alerts you when the given task could cause personal injury or death. 
						

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Important Safety Instructions
äRead and understand all instructions.
äFollow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
äUnplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or 
aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.
äDo not use this product near water; for example, near a sink or in a wet area.
äDo not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, 
causing serious damage to the unit.
äTo protect the product from overheating, do not block or cover any slots or openings in the 
base Unit. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This 
product should not be placed in an enclosed cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.
äOperate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
äDo not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord 
will be damaged by persons walking on it.
äDo not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or 
electrical shock.
äNever push objects of any kind into this product through the Base Unit 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.
äTo reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Contact qualified 
service personnel when service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers 
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause 
electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
äUnplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel 
under the following conditions:
©When the power supply cord is damaged or frayed.
©If liquid has been spilled into the product.
WARNING! When using your telephone equipment, always follow basic safety 
precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and personal 
injury, including the following.  
						

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©If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
©If the product does not operate normally when following the operating instructions. 
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper 
adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive 
work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
©If the product has been dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged.
©If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
äDo not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
äUse only battery pack model EXP9580 or EXP9586.  Use of any other battery may cause 
a safety hazard.
äDo not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Under federal, state and 
local laws, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash. Check 
with your local government for information on where to recycle or dispose of old batteries.  
If you cannot find the information you need, contact Toshiba for assistance.
äDo not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause 
damage to the eyes or skin, and, if swallowed, may be toxic. Cadmium is a chemical 
known to the State of California to cause cancer.
äExercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting 
materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and 
cause burns.
äCharge 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.
äObserve proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery,  follow these 
instructions: 
						

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Related Documents
The following documents can be used to reference more information about the Strata DK 
systems.
äStrata DK Programming Manual provides all instructions necessary to program the 
system and system record sheets, including ACD. It also contains the user guides in a 
reduced-size format.
äStrata DK Installation & Maintenance Manual provides installation instructions for 
configuring and installing the Strata DK14, DK40 and DK424. It also includes T1/DS-1 
interface installation and configuration instructions, flowcharts to troubleshoot the 
systems, and user guides for stations and peripherals. An ACD Section provides 
instructions for installing ACD into the Strata DK424. 
						

							The Grand Tour11
The Grand Tour 1
Your cordless digital telephone is designed and engineered to work with your Toshiba digital 
telephone system and provide you with reliability, long life, and outstanding performance. The 
cordless digital telephone is compatible with all Strata DK systems that support digital 
telephones (except Strata DK24/56/96 Release 3). All it requires for connection is a digital 
station port.
Your cordless digital telephone uses digital 900 MHz spread-spectrum technology, which 
represents state-of-the-art design and engineering. This provides unsurpassed range, several 
times greater than conventional analog or cordless digital telephones. It provides clarity that is 
so good, it is indistinguishable from corded telephones in most environments. It also provides 
fully secure communications for up to nine cordless digital telephones within a given 
environment.
Fully charged, your cordless digital telephone provides over 3 hours of talk time and 42 hours 
of standby. There is a fast charger in the handset and a trickle charger in the base.
The cordless digital telephone provides many of the same features as a 2000-series corded 
digital key telephone (DKT):
©20-character Liquid Crystal Display LCD (displays top 16 characters of DKT)
©Four programmable buttons for feature or multiple-line access (same as first four buttons 
on DKT station port)
©Headset jack
©Handset volume adjustment (three levels)
©Two ring levels and a vibration mode
©&QI7UQ button
©0VJ button with Message Waiting LED
©+ROG button 
						

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Twenty-speed dial memory (stored in the telephone separate from 40 individual and 
system speed dial numbers)
Your cordless digital telephone offers two different modes of operation. You can use it either 
in conjunction with a 2000-series digital telephone, or on a stand-alone basis. When used with 
a DKT, both the cordless digital telephone and the DKT share the same digital station port on 
the PDKU. It also shares the same extension number. 
You can switch between use of your DKT and your cordless, just by pressing a button. When 
used on a stand-alone basis, the cordless digital telephone attaches to its own digital station 
port on the PDKU.
Several useful accessories are available:
©Base wall mount
©Headset
©Heavy duty 5.5-hour battery
©Separate deep cycle charger
Applications
Your cordless digital telephone brings mobility and productivity to office telephones. Greater 
call access cuts down on “telephone tag” delays. Its compact design makes it easy to take with 
you.
Benefits
Your cordless digital telephone uses advanced technology and provides important features that 
place it far above the competition in functionality and value. You benefit from much greater 
performance than other cordless telephones currently available. This means better sound 
quality, longer range, greater security, multi-line access, helpful LCD display information, and 
many other important advantages. 
						

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The Grand Tour13
The cordless digital telephone provides many advantages over a single-line analog or digital 
telephone. Some of those advantages are:
©Multi-line access is available on up to four programmable buttons. These buttons can be 
used for CO line appearances, multiple [DN] appearances, or features. If the cordless 
telephone is attached to a 2000-series desk telephone, the four programmable buttons are 
the same as the first four buttons on the desk DKT. 
©Your cordless digital telephone rings to the same extension number as the regular DKT it 
is used with, enabling you to answer via either telephone. Both follow the same 
forwarding and hunting regardless of which telephone is in use. This is much simpler than 
having a separate extension number and standard station port for a single-line cordless, in 
which, if you use both phones, you must forward the DKT telephone to the single-line 
telephone (SLT). 
An SLT cordless is not only a cumbersome alternative to the Toshiba digital cordless; but 
also, if you forget to forward your calls, you cannot receive the calls on your SLT cordless. 
With your cordless digital telephone it is easy. Just press a button, grab your cordless, and 
go!
©Message Waiting LED that is activated just like any regular DKT. This is a big advantage 
over a single-line cordless, which, for example, cannot light message waiting from voice 
mail.
©Spread-spectrum technology provides five to seven times greater range than conventional 
cordless telephones, making your cordless digital telephone much more useful and 
valuable.
©900 MHz spread-spectrum operation provides maximum security with a frequency range 
that is almost impossible to scan. Regular 900 MHz cordless digital telephones are 
difficult to scan, but less so than spread spectrum. Analog cordless telephone frequencies 
are easy to scan and provide virtually no security from the outside. Hackers and thieves 
can use this to hear conversations and pick up credit card numbers.
©Sound quality is better on your cordless digital telephone than non-spread spectrum 900 
MHz digital cordless phones. Sound quality on conventional analog cordless telephones is 
so poor by comparison that they are only practical for short range usage. 
						

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Cordless Digital Telephone Standard Parts
Your Toshiba cordless digital telephone includes the following items:
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your System Administrator. 
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