AT&T CLP99573 - User Manual

Install telephone base & charger
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This quick start guide provides you with basic instructions
only. For more complete instructions, please refer to the user’s
manual in the package, or download it at
www.telephones.att.com/manuals.
Quick start guide
CLP99183/CLP99283/CLP99353/CLP99383/CLP99453/CLP99483/
CLP99553/CLP99573/CLP99583
Charge for at least 30 minutes before initial settings.
Charge for 11 hours before initial use.
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INSTALLATION COMPLETED!
Keep reading for common settings and operations.
DSL filter
If you have DSL high-speed
Internet service, a DSL filter
(not included) is required.
Click!
Parts checklist
Handset
(1 for CLP99183)
(2 for CLP99283)
(3 for CLP99353/CLP99383)
(4 for CLP99453/CLP99483)
(5 for CLP99553/CLP99573/
CLP99583)
Charger with power adapter
(1 for CLP99283)
(2 for CLP99353/CLP99383)
(3 for CLP99453/CLP99483)
(4 for CLP99553/CLP99573/
CLP99583)
Telephone base
Telephone line cord
Telephone base power adapter
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Battery compartment cover
(1 for CLP99183)
(2 for CLP99283)
(3 for CLP99353/CLP99383)
(4 for CLP99453/CLP99483)
(5 for CLP99553/CLP99573/
CLP99583)
Battery
(1 for CLP99183)
(2 for CLP99283)
(3 for CLP99353/CLP99383)
(4 for CLP99453/CLP99483)
(5 for CLP99553/CLP99573/
CLP99583)
User’s manual
Quick start guide
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Your package contains:
Install handset battery
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Install telephone base on the wall (optional)
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Set the date/time before using the answering system.
Using a cordless handset or the telephone base:
1. Press MENU -> Press q/p to Set date/time -> Press SELECT.
2. Enter the month (MM), day (DD) and year (YY) -> Press NEXT.
3. Enter the hour (HH) and minute (MM).
4. Press q/p to choose AM or PM -> Press SAVE.
You can set the ringer volume level to one of the six levels or turn the
ringer off.
Using a cordless handset or the telephone base:
1. Press MENU -> Press q/p to Ringers -> Press SELECT.
2. Press SELECT to select Ringer volume.
3. Press q/p to choose the desired level -> Press SET.
Set ringer volume
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Add a Bluetooth cell phone / headset
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Set date and time
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To use a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone or headset with your
telephone, you must first pair and connect your Bluetooth cellular phone
or headset with the telephone base.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (up to 30
feet). Keep the connected device within 15 feet of the telephone base for
optimal performance.
To pair and connect a cell phone using the telephone base:
1. Press MENU -> Press q/p to Bluetooth -> Press SELECT.
2. Press SELECT to select Add device.
3. Press SELECT to select Add cellular.
4. Disconnect the cell phone from any Bluetooth device -> Press NEXT.
5. Place the cell phone next to the telephone base.
6. Press NEXT to turn on the telephone base discoverable mode.
7. Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your cell phone and search for or
add new advices. Once your cell phone finds your AT&T phone (AT&T
DECT 6.0), press the appropriate key on your cell phone to continue
the pairing process.
Enter the cell phone passcode (typically 0000), if required ->
Press SET.
Enter the PIN (default PIN: 0000) of the telephone base into your
cell phone, if required.
To pair and connect a headset using the telephone base:
1. Press MENU -> Press q/p to Bluetooth -> Press SELECT.
2. Press SELECT to select Add device.
3. Press q/p to Add headset -> Press SELECT.
4. Disconnect your headset from any Bluetooth device -> Press NEXT.
5. Set your headset to discoverable mode -> Press NEXT.
6. Press q/p to choose your headset, if required -> Press SELECT.
Enter the PIN (typically 0000) of your headset, if required ->
Press NEXT.
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Basic steps to set up & operate your phone
Basic installation
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Install telephone base & charger
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Install handset battery
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Install telephone base on the wall (optional)
Common settings
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Set date and time
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Set ringer volume
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Add a Bluetooth cell phone / headset
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Download a cell phone directory
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Record own announcement
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Set number of rings
Common operations
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Directory
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Caller ID
Follow the instructions only if you would like to mount the telephone on
a wall.
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Plug!
Align!
If you have DSL high-speed
Internet service, a DSL filter
(not included) is required.
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Unplug!
Plug!
Align!
Click!
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Plug!
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Summary

Quick Start Guide and Parts

Parts Checklist

Lists all items included in the package for the AT&T cordless phone.

Basic Installation Steps

Install Telephone Base and Charger

Connect the telephone base, charger, and power adapter to set up the phone.

Install Handset Battery

Insert the battery into the cordless handset for power.

Optional Wall Installation for Base

Instructions for mounting the telephone base unit onto a wall.

Common Settings and Operations

Set Date and Time

Configure the current date and time for accurate call logging.

Set Ringer Volume

Adjust the loudness of the phone's incoming call ringer.

Add Bluetooth Cell Phone or Headset

Pair a Bluetooth enabled cell phone or headset with the base unit.

Download Cell Phone Directory

Transfer contacts from a paired cell phone to the base unit.

Record Own Announcement

Record a custom greeting for the answering system.

Set Number of Rings

Configure how many rings before the answering system answers.

Directory Management

Add, review, and dial entries stored in the phone's directory.

Caller ID Log Review

View incoming calls that were not answered using the Caller ID feature.

Phone Operation and System Features

Handset Controls Overview

Identifies and explains the functions of buttons on the handset.

Answering System Functions

Explains how to use the built-in answering system and voicemail.

Overview

1. Setup and Installation
2. Common Settings
3. Operation Features
4. Maintenance

This document describes the setup, operation, and maintenance of a cordless telephone system, specifically the CLP99183/CLP99283/CLP99353/CLP99383/CLP99453/CLP99483/CLP99553/CLP99573/CLP99583 series. It functions as a quick start guide, providing essential instructions for basic use, with a recommendation to consult the full user's manual for more comprehensive details.

The core function of this device is to provide cordless telephone communication, integrating with both traditional landlines and Bluetooth-enabled cellular phones and headsets. It features an answering system, caller ID, and a directory for storing contacts.

Setup and Installation:

The initial setup involves several basic steps. First, the telephone base and charger need to be installed. This includes plugging the telephone base power adapter into an electrical outlet and connecting the telephone line cord to a telephone wall jack. If DSL high-speed Internet service is present, a DSL filter (not included) is required to prevent interference. The base can also be optionally mounted on a wall by aligning it with wall plate studs and sliding it down to secure it.

Next, the handset battery must be installed. This involves opening the battery compartment cover, connecting the battery, and placing it inside the compartment, then replacing the cover. Once the battery is installed, the handset should be placed on the telephone base or charger. It is crucial to charge the handset for at least 30 minutes before initial settings and for 11 hours before its first use to ensure optimal battery performance.

Common Settings:

After the physical setup, several common settings need to be configured. The date and time should be set on either a cordless handset or the telephone base. This involves navigating through the menu, entering the month, day, year, hour, and minute, and then selecting AM or PM.

The ringer volume can be adjusted to one of six levels or turned off entirely. This setting is accessible through the menu on the handset or base.

A key feature of this system is its Bluetooth integration. Users can add Bluetooth-enabled cell phones or headsets to the telephone base. The pairing process involves accessing the Bluetooth menu, selecting "Add device," and then choosing between "Add cellular" or "Add headset." For cell phones, users must disconnect the phone from any other Bluetooth device, place it near the base, and then turn on the base's discoverable mode. On the cell phone, users search for the AT&T phone (AT&T DECT 6.0) and enter a passcode (typically 0000) if prompted. For headsets, the process is similar, requiring the headset to be set to discoverable mode and its PIN (typically 0000) to be entered. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (up to 30 feet), and keeping the connected device within 15 feet of the telephone base is recommended for optimal performance.

Operation Features:

The device offers a comprehensive set of operational features.

Directory: The system can store up to 200 entries in its directory. To add a contact, users navigate to the directory menu, select "Add contact," enter the telephone number, choose the contact type (Home, Cell, Work, or Other), and then enter a name. Directory entries can be reviewed and dialed by pressing the DIR button on the handset or DIRECTORY button on the telephone base. Users can scroll through the list or use dialing keys to search by name. Calls can be made using the home line or one of the cell lines (CELL 1 or CELL 2).

Caller ID: The caller ID log stores up to 50 entries. Users can review and dial caller ID entries by pressing the CID button on the handset or CALLER ID button on the telephone base and scrolling through the list. Calls can be made using the home line or one of the cell lines. The system displays "XX missed calls" when there are unanswered incoming calls. This indicator is erased once all missed calls have been reviewed. Alternatively, users can press and hold CANCEL in idle mode to erase the missed call indicator without reviewing the log.

Answering System: The telephone has a built-in answering system. Users can set their own announcement or use the preset one. To record an announcement, users access the "Answering sys" menu, select "Announcement," then "Record annc," and speak into the handset or base, pressing STOP to end. The number of rings before the answering system picks up can be set to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or "Toll saver." Toll saver answers after two rings if there are new messages, or after four rings if there are no new messages, helping to avoid long-distance charges when checking for messages remotely. The answering system can be turned on or off via the ANS ON/OFF button. Messages can be played, repeated, deleted, and skipped using dedicated buttons.

Handset Operation: The handset features a menu button, volume controls, and dedicated buttons for directory (DIR), caller ID (CID), home line, and cell lines (CELL 1, CELL 2). It also has a FLASH button for call waiting, a CANCEL button, and a SPEAKER button for speakerphone calls. The MUTE button allows muting a call, while the REDIAL/PAUSE button accesses the redial list and adds dialing pauses. The TONE * and QUIET # buttons are used for setting and deactivating QUIET mode.

Bluetooth Cell Phone Directory Download: The system allows downloading a cell phone directory. This feature requires the cell phone to be paired, active, and connected. Users navigate to the Bluetooth menu, select "Download dir," choose the source (Phone memory, SIM card only, or Phone and SIM), and initiate the download. A passcode may be required. For Android OS 2.3 or above, users can download the Connect to Cell™ application (Caller ID manager and Alerts manager) from the Google Play Store for extended flexibility.

Maintenance:

The primary maintenance aspect highlighted is battery charging. Regular charging for at least 30 minutes before initial settings and a full 11-hour charge before first use are critical for battery longevity and performance. The document also implicitly suggests keeping the connected Bluetooth device within 15 feet of the telephone base for optimal performance, which can be considered a usage-related maintenance tip to ensure reliable connectivity.

For customer service or product information, users are directed to the AT&T telephones website or provided with toll-free numbers for support in the US and Canada. The document also includes legal disclaimers regarding Bluetooth trademarks and other intellectual property.

AT&T CLP99573 Specifications

General

Model Number	CLP99573
Brand	AT&T
Type	Cordless Phone
DECT 6.0	Yes
Caller ID	Yes
Speakerphone	Yes
Display	LCD
Number of Handsets	5
Call Waiting	Yes
Answering System	Yes
Range	Up to 1000 feet
Standby Time	Up to 7 days
Intercom	Yes
Expandable	Up to 12 handsets
Voicemail	Yes
Headset Jack	Yes
Phonebook Capacity	200 entries