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AT&T CL83203 User Manual

AT&T CL83203
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Complete users manual
CL83203/CL83303/CL83403
DECT 6.0 cordless telephone/
answering system with
caller ID/call waiting

Table of Contents

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AT&T CL83203 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCordless Phone
Number of Handsets2
Caller IDYes
Call WaitingYes
Phonebook Capacity50
Battery TypeNi-MH
Talk Time10 hours
Standby Time5 days
RangeUp to 1000 feet
Answering SystemYes
DECT 6.0 TechnologyYes
SpeakerphoneYes
DisplayBacklit LCD
Power SourceAC Adapter
Answering MachineYes

Summary

Parts Checklist

Included Components

Lists all items included in the telephone package, such as handset, base, and cords.

Getting Started

Installation Guides

Instructions for installing the telephone base, charger, and handset battery.

Quick Reference Guide - Handset

Explains the function of each button on the cordless handset.

Quick Reference Guide - Telephone Base

Explains the function of each button on the telephone base.

Battery Installation and Charging

Detailed steps for installing and charging the handset battery.

Installation Options

Instructions for converting the base between tabletop and wall mount.

Telephone Settings: Handset

Handset Settings Menu Navigation

Guide to entering and navigating the main menu for handset settings.

Ringer Volume and Tone

How to adjust ringer volume and select ringer tones on the handset.

Set Date/Time and LCD Language

How to set the date/time and select the display language on the handset.

Caller ID Announce and Voicemail Setup

Features for caller ID announcement and saving voicemail numbers.

Key Tone and Dialing Modes

How to adjust key tone and configure dialing modes on the handset.

Quiet Mode and Web Address

How to activate Quiet Mode and view the AT&T website address.

Telephone Settings: Base Unit

Base Settings Menu Navigation

Guide to entering and navigating the main menu for base settings.

Ringer Volume and Tone

How to adjust ringer volume and select ringer tones on the base.

Set Date/Time and LCD Language

How to set the date/time and select the display language on the base.

Caller ID Announce and Voicemail Setup

Features for caller ID announcement and saving voicemail numbers on the base.

Key Tone and Dialing Modes

How to adjust key tone and configure dialing modes on the base.

Quiet Mode and Web Address

How to activate Quiet Mode and view the AT&T website address on the base.

Telephone Operation: Basic Functions

Making, Answering, and Ending Calls

Instructions for basic call handling procedures.

Call Management Features

Details on Auto off, Temporary ringer silencing, and speakerphone use.

Redial and Equalizer Functions

How to use last number redial and adjust audio equalizer settings.

Call Options and Call Waiting

Features for volume control, mute, and handling call waiting.

Chain Dialing and Transfers

How to use chain dialing and perform blind transfers.

Multiple Handset Use: Core Features

Handset Locator and Joining Calls

How to locate handsets and join ongoing calls.

Intercom Functionality

How to use the intercom for conversations between devices.

Call Transfer via Intercom

How to transfer or share calls using the intercom feature.

Push-to-Talk (PTT) Overview

Introduction to the Push-to-talk feature for broadcasting messages.

Managing PTT Calls

Instructions for making, answering, and ending PTT calls.

PTT Call Handling During Other Calls

How to manage PTT calls when receiving other calls or making new ones.

Directory Management

Shared Directory Information

How the directory is shared and its storage capacity.

Creating Directory Entries

Step-by-step guide to adding new contacts to the directory.

Editing and Deleting Directory Entries

How to modify or remove existing contacts from the directory.

Speed Dial Assignment and Use

How to set up and use speed dial numbers from the directory.

Caller ID Features

Caller ID Service Overview

Explanation of how Caller ID works and its service requirements.

Caller ID History and Log

How the call log stores and displays incoming call information.

Memory Match and Dialing Options

How directory entries match caller info and adjusting dialing formats.

Saving Caller ID Entries to Directory

How to save incoming call details into the phone directory.

Reasons for Missing Caller ID Information

Explains why caller ID data might not be displayed.

Answering System Operations

Answering System Setup and Announcements

How to configure the answering system and manage outgoing announcements.

Answer On/Off and Call Screening

How to turn the answering system on/off and enable call screening.

Number of Rings and Remote Access Code

Setting the number of rings and changing the remote access code.

Message Alert Tone and Recording Time

Configuring message alerts and setting message recording length.

Message Playback and Management

How to listen to, control, and delete messages and memos.

Remote Access and Message Counter Displays

Accessing the system remotely and interpreting base counter displays.

Appendix: Device Management

Handset Registration and Deregistration

How to register and deregister handsets with the telephone base.

Alert Tones, Lights, and Screen Icons

Explanations of device indicators, tones, and screen icons.

Screen Display Messages

List of screen messages and their meanings.

Appendix: Troubleshooting Phone Issues

General Troubleshooting Steps

Steps to resolve common issues like no dial tone or non-functional phone.

Troubleshooting Calling and Handset Problems

Resolving issues with dialing out, handset performance, and range.

Troubleshooting Battery and Signal Quality

Resolving battery charge issues and poor audio/signal quality.

Troubleshooting Caller ID and Answering System

Resolving issues with Caller ID, incomplete messages, and system announcements.

Troubleshooting Non-Traditional Services and Maintenance

Addressing issues with computer services and general phone maintenance.

Appendix: Important Safety Information

General Safety Precautions and Electrical Safety

Basic safety rules for using the telephone and electrical precautions.

Safety Precautions for Cordless Phones and Pacemakers

Specific safety advice for cordless phones and users with pacemakers.

Appendix: Regulatory Compliance

FCC Part 68 and ACTA Compliance

Regulatory information for telephone connections and Canadian operations.

FCC Part 15 Compliance

Compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and radio frequency energy.

Appendix: California Energy Commission Testing

CEC Battery Charging Testing Mode Activation

Instructions for activating and deactivating the CEC battery charging testing mode.

Appendix: Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Service Procedures

Details on what the warranty covers and how to obtain service.

Warranty Limitations and Exclusions

What the warranty does not cover and other limitations.

Appendix: Technical Specifications

Product Operating Times and Technology

Specifications for talk time, standby, DECT 6.0 technology, and range.

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