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AT&T 1872 User Manual

AT&T 1872
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User's Manual for
Two-Line Digital
Answering System Telephone
with Speakerphone 1872
Fold open this paper for information about this
telephone's installation and operation. Please
read Part 1 — Important Product Information,
included in this package.
© Copyright 1998 Philips Consumer Communications L.P. All rights reserved.
Printed in Mexico. Issue 1AT&T
848229506
Part 2
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AT&T 1872 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAT&T
Model1872
CategoryConference Phone
DisplayLCD
SpeakerphoneYes
Caller IDYes
PhonebookYes
Power SourceAC adapter
CompatibilityAnalog phone lines

Summary

Installation Guide

Setting Up the System

Step-by-step guide for initial system setup, including battery and dial mode.

Table or Desk Installation

Instructions for physically connecting the telephone to desk or table setup.

Wall Mounting Installation

Guide for mounting the telephone system on a wall.

Setting the Clock

Procedure to set the current day and time on the answering system.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Dial Tone

Steps to resolve issues related to a lack of dial tone on the telephone.

Dialing Issues

Addresses problems with slow dialing or inability to dial numbers.

Message Window/Indicator Light Problems

Troubleshooting guide for issues with the message window or indicator lights.

Telephone Does Not Ring

Steps to resolve problems when the telephone fails to ring.

Battery and Light Indicators

Explains the meaning and resolution for low battery and flashing line indicator lights.

System Disconnection Issues

Troubleshooting for when the answering system fails to disconnect calls properly.

Time/Day Display Issues

Explains the cause and solution for a flashing time/day display.

Remote Command Problems

Solutions for issues when the system does not respond to remote commands.

Incomplete Messages

Reasons and solutions for messages being recorded incompletely.

Line Answer Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when the line does not answer after the correct number of rings.

Other Problems and Reset

General troubleshooting advice and instructions for using the reset button.

Answering System Operation

Connecting to the Answering System

Instructions on how to connect to the answering system remotely.

Message Navigation Controls

Commands for repeating, skipping, or stopping message playback.

Recording Memos and Announcements

Steps to record a personal memo or re-record system announcements.

System Power Management

Instructions on how to turn the answering system on or off remotely.

Remote Access Code Management

Guide to changing the Remote Access Code for remote access.

Voice Help Menu

Explanation of how to use voice commands for system operation.

Memory and Announcement Handling

Information on system behavior when memory is full or announcements are missing.

Voice Activated Commands Operation

Step-by-step guide for using voice commands to operate the answering system.

Incorrect Remote Access Code

Explains the system's response to incorrect Remote Access Code entries.

Line Selection Options

How to customize which line the system answers when lifted or speaker is pressed.

Voice Mailboxes and Announcements

Information on the four voice mailboxes and options for recording/assigning announcements.

Recording and Reviewing Announcements

Detailed steps for recording and reviewing system announcements.

Secondary Mailbox Announce Only

How to configure mailboxes to only play an announcement, not record messages.

Answering Call Settings

How to turn the system on/off and choose which lines it answers.

Ring Select and Toll Saver

Configuring the number of rings before answering and setting the Toll Saver feature.

Message Window and Alerts

Explains the message window display and how to set up message notification alerts.

Playing, Saving, and Deleting Messages

Comprehensive guide on playing, saving, and deleting messages for all or specific lines/mailboxes.

Recording a Memo

Instructions for recording a personal memo, which is saved as a message.

Repeat and Skip Messages

Detailed steps for repeating or skipping messages during playback.

Priority Calling Feature

How callers can signal for attention using a Priority Calling Code.

Call Screening and Intercept

Instructions for screening calls, intercepting them, or setting silent announcements.

Recording Phone Conversations

Steps to record a live phone conversation as a message.

Memory Full Status

Information on system behavior when memory is full.

Reviewing or Changing Remote Access Code

Guide to reviewing or changing the Remote Access Code at home.

Telephone Operation

Making and Ending Calls

Instructions for initiating, answering, and terminating phone calls.

Handset and Speakerphone Switching

How to switch between using the handset and the speakerphone.

Line Selection and Status

Explanation of automatic line selection and how line status lights indicate call activity.

Redial Function

How to redial the last number called automatically.

Hold and Conference Calls

Procedures for placing calls on hold and setting up conference calls.

Call Management Features

Using Mute, Flash, and Temporary Tone for enhanced call management.

Telephone Memory Functions

Storing Numbers in Memory

Guide to storing telephone numbers in memory for quick dialing.

Memory Directory and Pauses

Information on using the directory card and how to store pauses within numbers.

Dialing and Viewing Stored Numbers

Instructions for dialing stored numbers and viewing them without dialing.

Clearing Memory Locations

Steps to clear a specific memory location.

Storing the Last Dialed Number

How to store the most recently dialed number into memory.