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AT&T TL88102 User Manual

AT&T TL88102
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User’s manual
TL88102/TL88202
DECT 6.0 2-line
cordless telephone/
answering system with
caller ID/call waiting

Table of Contents

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AT&T TL88102 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDECT telephone
Answering machineYes
Mounting typeDesk
Product colorBlack, Silver
Languages supportENG, ESP, FRE
Dialer locationBase & Handset
Phonebook capacity50 entries
Call log entries50
Redial list capacity20
Display number of colorsMonochrome
Headset connectivity2.5 mm

Summary

User's Manual

Congratulations

Model Information

Details about the AT&T telephone system model numbers and type.

Warranty Information

Information regarding sales receipt, original packaging, and warranty service.

Parts Checklist

Included Items

Lists all components included in the AT&T telephone package.

Manual Sections Overview

Directory, Caller ID, and Answering System Setup

Overviews of directory, caller ID, and answering system settings.

Appendix Introduction

Introduces the appendix section containing additional information.

Quick Reference Guide - Handset

Handset Controls

Explains the function of each button and light on the cordless handset.

Using the Menus

Menu Navigation

Describes how to navigate through the handset's menu system using soft keys.

Quick Reference Guide - Telephone Base

Telephone Base Controls

Explains the function of each button on the telephone base.

Telephone Base Menu Navigation

Navigating the Base Menu

Details how to navigate the telephone base's menu system using soft keys.

Installation

Telephone Base Placement

Guidelines for optimal placement of the telephone base for range and reception.

Telephone Base Installation

Option 1: Installation with 2-Line Jack

Step-by-step guide for installing the base using a 2-line wall jack.

Telephone Base Installation

Option 2: Installation with Separate Line Jacks

Step-by-step guide for installing the base using separate line jacks.

Charger Installation

Battery Installation and Charging

Battery Indicators

Explains different battery status indicators and their meanings.

Battery Charging

Charging the Handset

Instructions for placing the handset in the base or charger for charging.

Accessories

Belt Clip Usage

Instructions on how to attach and remove the belt clip from the handset.

Headset Connection

Information on connecting a standard 2.5mm headset to the handset.

Handset Settings

Accessing Settings Menu

Steps to navigate to the settings menu on the handset.

Ringer Volume

Setting Handset Ringer Volume

How to adjust the ringer volume for line 1, line 2, or both.

Ringer Tone

Choosing Handset Ringer Tone

Guide to selecting one of ten ringer tones for line 1, line 2, or both.

Handset Settings

LCD Language

How to select the language for screen displays on the handset.

Voicemail and Indicator Management

Setting up visual voicemail indicators and clearing them.

Key Tone

Enabling/Disabling Key Tones

Instructions to turn the audible key tone feature on or off.

Set Date/Time

Configuring Date and Time

Steps to set the date and time for the answering system's message logging.

Home Area Code

Setting Home Area Code

How to enter the home area code for local call dialing from caller ID.

Telephone Base Settings

Accessing Base Settings Menu

Steps to navigate to the settings menu on the telephone base.

Ringer Volume (Base)

Setting Base Ringer Volume

How to adjust the ringer volume for the telephone base.

Ringer Tone (Base)

Choosing Base Ringer Tone

Guide to selecting ringer tones for the telephone base.

Telephone Base Settings

LCD Language (Base)

How to select the language for screen displays on the telephone base.

Voicemail and Indicator Management

Setting up visual voicemail indicators and clearing them on the base.

Key Tone (Base)

Enabling/Disabling Base Key Tones

Instructions to turn the audible key tone feature on or off for the telephone base.

Set Date/Time (Base)

Configuring Base Date and Time

Steps to set the date and time for the telephone base's message logging.

Home Area Code (Base)

Setting Base Home Area Code

How to enter the home area code for local call dialing from caller ID on the base.

Telephone Operation

Making, Answering, and Ending Calls

Basic procedures for using the handset and base to make, answer, and end calls.

Call Management

Silencing the Ringer

How to temporarily silence the telephone's ringer during an incoming call.

Using the Speakerphone

How to switch between handset and speakerphone during a call.

Last Number Redial

How to view and redial the last dialed numbers.

Redial Features

Redialing a Number

Steps to redial a number using the handset or telephone base.

Saving Redial Entries to Directory

How to save a redialed number and name into the phone's directory.

Directory Entry Actions

Deleting a Redial Entry

Instructions for deleting a number from the redial list.

Call Options

Volume Control

How to adjust listening volume on handset or telephone base during a call.

Handling Call Waiting

Procedures for answering an incoming call when already on a call.

Muting the Microphone

How to turn the microphone off during a call, and how to unmute.

Call Hold

Placing and Resuming Calls on Hold

Instructions for putting a call on hold and taking it off hold.

Chain Dialing

Using Chain Dialing

How to dial sequences from stored numbers while on an active call.

Redial During Call

Accessing Last Redial While on Call

How to use the last number redial feature during an ongoing call.

Multiple Handset Use

Joining an Ongoing Call

How to join an existing call with another handset or the base.

Handset Locator

How to page and find a misplaced handset.

Intercom

Initiating Intercom Calls

Steps to start an intercom conversation between handsets or with the base.

Answering Intercom Calls

How to answer an intercom call on a handset or the telephone base.

Intercom Management

Silencing and Ending Intercom Calls

How to silence the ringer or end an intercom call.

Handling Incoming Calls During Intercom

What to do when an outside call comes in during an intercom conversation.

Call Transfer

Transferring Calls from Handset

Step-by-step guide to transferring an outside call to another handset or the base.

Call Transfer (Base)

Transferring Calls from Telephone Base

Step-by-step guide to transferring an outside call from the base.

Conference Calls

Sharing an Outside Call

How to let another handset or base join an ongoing outside call.

Conferencing Line 1 and Line 2

How to conference calls on both line 1 and line 2.

Managing Conference Calls

Intercom During Conference

How to initiate an intercom call while already in a conference call.

Ending Conference Calls

Procedures for ending a conference call.

Conference Call Handling

Answering Calls During Conference

How to answer an incoming call while participating in a conference call.

Directory

About the Directory

Explains shared directory, capacity, and character chart for names.

Create Directory Entries

Adding New Contacts (Handset)

Step-by-step guide to add a new contact using the handset.

Adding New Contacts (Base)

Step-by-step guide to add a new contact using the telephone base.

Review Directory Entries

Browsing Contacts (Handset)

How to review and browse contacts stored in the directory using the handset.

Browsing Contacts (Base)

How to review and browse contacts stored in the directory using the telephone base.

Search Directory by Name

Performing a Name Search

Instructions on how to search the directory for contacts by name.

Directory Entry Actions

Dialing from Directory

How to dial a number directly from a saved directory entry.

Deleting Directory Entries

Instructions for deleting a contact entry from the directory.

Editing Directory Entries

Editing Contacts (Handset)

Steps to edit an existing contact's number or name using the handset.

Editing Contacts (Base)

Steps to edit an existing contact's number or name using the telephone base.

Speed Dial

Assigning Speed Dial Numbers (Handset)

How to assign directory entries to speed dial locations using the handset.

Assigning Speed Dial Numbers (Base)

How to assign directory entries to speed dial locations using the telephone base.

Using Speed Dial

Reviewing Speed Dial Entries

How to view assigned speed dial numbers and their contacts.

Dialing via Speed Dial

How to make calls using the assigned speed dial numbers.

Editing Speed Dial Entries

Editing Speed Dial (Handset)

How to edit an existing speed dial assignment using the handset.

Editing Speed Dial (Base)

How to edit an existing speed dial assignment using the telephone base.

Managing Speed Dial Entries

Reassigning Speed Dial Numbers

How to change an existing speed dial assignment.

Deleting Speed Dial Entries

How to remove a speed dial entry.

Caller ID

About Caller ID Service

Explains what Caller ID is and how it works with the telephone service.

Caller ID with Call Waiting

Information on using Caller ID when call waiting is active.

Caller ID History (Call Log)

Understanding the Call Log

How the call log stores and displays incoming call information.

Missed Call Indicator

How the phone indicates new, unreviewed calls in the log.

Caller ID Operation

Memory Match Feature

How the phone matches incoming numbers to directory entries for name display.

Reviewing Caller ID History

Browsing the Call Log (Handset)

Steps to review call log entries using the handset.

Browsing the Call Log (Base)

Steps to review call log entries using the telephone base.

Call Log Dialing Options

Adjusting Dialing Options

How to change the number format for dialing from the call log.

Dialing from Call Log

Making Calls from Call Log Entries

How to dial a number directly from a call log entry.

Call Log Management

Saving Call Log Entries to Directory

How to save an incoming call's details into the phone's directory.

Deleting Call Log Entries

Instructions for deleting single or all entries from the call log.

Answering System Settings

Managing Announcements

How to play, record, and delete outgoing announcements for the answering system.

Deleting Your Announcement

Deleting Recorded Announcement

Instructions for deleting a custom outgoing announcement.

Answering System ON/OFF

Turning Answering System On or Off

How to enable or disable the answering system for incoming calls.

Call Screening

Enabling/Disabling Call Screening

How to turn the call screening feature on or off.

Number of Rings Setting

Configuring Rings to Answer

How to set the number of rings before the answering system answers.

Remote Access Code

Setting Remote Access Code

How to set a two-digit code for remote access to the answering system.

Message Alert Tone

Enabling/Disabling Message Alerts

How to turn the audible alert tone for new messages on or off.

Message Playback

Listening to Messages (Base)

How to play new and old messages using the telephone base.

Listening to Messages (Handset)

How to play new and old messages using the cordless handset.

Delete All Messages

Deleting All Old Messages

Steps to delete all reviewed messages from the answering system.

Record and Play Memos

Recording a Memo (Base)

How to record a personal memo using the telephone base.

Recording a Memo (Handset)

How to record a personal memo using the cordless handset.

Remote Access

Remote Access Commands

Lists commands for controlling the answering system remotely via phone.

Adding and Registering Handsets

Registering a Handset to the Base

Step-by-step instructions for registering a new handset to the telephone base.

Deregistering Handsets

Deregistering All Handsets

How to remove all previously registered handsets from the telephone base.

Indicators and Icons

Handset Screen Icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the handset screen.

Telephone Base Indicators

Telephone Base Screen Icons

Explains the meaning of various icons displayed on the telephone base screen.

Alert Tones

Handset Alert Tones

Describes the sounds produced by the handset for alerts and errors.

Telephone Base Alert Tones

Describes the sounds produced by the telephone base for alerts and errors.

Alert Lights

Handset Lights

Explains the function of lights on the cordless handset.

Telephone Base Lights

Explains the function of lights on the telephone base.

Screen Display Messages

Handset Screen Messages

Lists and explains messages that can appear on the handset display.

Telephone Base Screen Messages

Base Display Messages

Lists and explains messages that can appear on the telephone base display.

Troubleshooting

Phone Not Working

Solutions for when the telephone is not functioning at all.

No Dial Tone

Steps to resolve issues when no dial tone is present.

Cannot Dial Out

Solutions for problems preventing outgoing calls.

Handset Issues

Handset Not Performing Normally

Troubleshooting steps for when the handset is not functioning correctly.

Out of Range or No Power at Base

Solutions for 'out of range' or 'no power' messages on the handset.

Battery Charge Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when batteries do not hold a charge.

Call Quality and Ringing Issues

Signal Quality and Speakerphone Issues

Troubleshooting noise, static, weak signals, and poor speakerphone quality.

Call and Ringer Issues

Addressing hearing other calls and the handset not ringing.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Extension Phone and Range Issues

Addressing problems related to multiple extension phones or limited operating range.

Interference and Connection Problems

Solutions for interference from other devices or connection issues.

Calls Cutting In and Out

Troubleshooting steps for intermittent call audio.

Charge Light and Caller ID Issues

Charge Light Off or Blinking

Troubleshooting steps when the handset charging light is not working correctly.

Caller ID Not Working

Solutions for when the Caller ID feature is not functioning.

No Caller ID During Call

Why Caller ID may not display during an active call.

Answering System Issues

Message and Answering Problems

Troubleshooting incomplete messages, difficulty hearing, and incorrect answering.

Remote Command and Answering System Operation

Solutions for systems not responding to remote commands or answering incorrectly.

Recording and Voicemail Issues

Recording and Announcement Problems

Troubleshooting issues with recording messages and announcements.

Voicemail Indicator and Retrieval Issues

Understanding voicemail indicators and resolving retrieval problems.

Advanced Troubleshooting

Nontraditional Service Issues

Troubleshooting for telephone services using computer connections.

Common Electronic Equipment Cure

General steps to reset and re-establish connection for electronic equipment.

Maintenance

General Care

Tips for taking care of the telephone and avoiding damage.

Water and Electrical Storm Precautions

Safety advice regarding water exposure and electrical storms.

Cleaning Instructions

How to clean the telephone's plastic casing.

Important Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines to follow when using the product.

Environmental Safety

Safety advice regarding thunderstorms, gas leaks, and water usage.

Product Handling and Repair

Guidelines on product operation, troubleshooting, repair, and battery handling.

Cordless Telephone Safety

Privacy Considerations

Information on the privacy limitations of cordless telephones.

Electrical Power and Interference

Safety regarding electrical connections and potential TV/VCR interference.

Battery and Pacemaker Precautions

Handling rechargeable batteries and precautions for pacemaker users.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Part 68 and ACTA Compliance

Information regarding FCC rules and terminal attachment requirements.

Industry Canada Compliance

Compliance with Canadian radio frequency and technical specifications.

FCC Part 15 Compliance

Digital Device RF Exposure

FCC criteria for radio frequency energy absorption and safe usage distances.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage

Details on what the AT&T product warranty covers.

Handling Defective Products

Procedures for repair or replacement of materially defective products.

Warranty Period Duration

Specifies the duration of the limited warranty period.

Warranty Exclusions and Service

Items Not Covered by Warranty

Lists conditions and damages not covered under the limited warranty.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Instructions on how to get warranty service and what to return.

Warranty Limitations and Legal Rights

Explains warranty limitations, implied warranties, and consumer legal rights.

Technical Specifications

Product Specifications Table

Lists key technical details like frequency band, channels, voltage, and operating times.

DECT 6.0 Technology Features

Highlights the benefits of DECT 6.0 digital technology for range and clarity.

Telephone Operating Range

Information on the communication distance limitations of the cordless phone.

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