This document describes the BellSouth Caller ID with Call Waiting Deluxe and Voice Mail Functions, Model CI-7112. This device is designed to enhance your telephone experience by providing detailed information about incoming calls and offering advanced call management features.
Function Description:
The BellSouth CI-7112 primarily functions as a Caller ID unit, displaying the name and telephone number of incoming callers. This core feature requires a subscription to Caller ID service from your local telephone company. Beyond basic Caller ID, the device integrates Call Waiting Deluxe and Voice Mail functions, which also require subscription to these services from your local telephone company.
The Call Waiting Deluxe feature allows the LCD display to show incoming caller information even when you are already on the phone. This enables you to manage multiple calls simultaneously, offering options to manipulate calls as provided by your local telephone company. The Voice Mail functions provide access to messaging system services offered by your local telephone company, allowing you to manage your voicemails directly through the device.
The unit features a dual display, which is a large 4-line LCD that shows information for both the active call and any waiting calls simultaneously. This is particularly useful for managing calls with the Call Waiting Deluxe feature. The device also includes a Real Time Clock, which displays the current hour, minute, and second in idle mode. This clock is automatically set by the first incoming call and resets with each subsequent incoming Caller ID.
For memory retention, the CI-7112 stores up to 67 multiple Caller ID records (including both name and telephone number) or up to 99 Caller ID records (number only). This memory is crucial for reviewing past calls and utilizing the Caller ID Memory Dial feature.
Usage Features:
The CI-7112 is designed for ease of use with several intuitive features and buttons.
Display and Navigation:
- Visual Display Panel: The LCD display shows the caller's name(s) and/or number(s), a WAIT Indicator (for call waiting), a Talk indicator (when on a call), UNKNOWN NAME/NO. (for blocked or unavailable caller ID), PRIVATE NAME/NO. (for private callers), and a MESSAGE Indicator (for voicemail messages). It also shows a New Call Indicator and a Repeat Call Indicator (up to 7 times for repeated calls).
- Review Scrolling: You can easily scroll through the stored list of incoming calls using the REVIEW buttons.
- Read Scrolling: The display automatically scrolls to the next screen after 3 seconds to show additional call information if it doesn't fit completely on one screen.
- Dual-language: Users can select either English or Spanish for the display.
Call Management:
- Caller ID Memory Dial: This feature allows you to select a stored phone number from the Caller ID memory and dial it back using the Call Back (7), Call Back (10), or Call Back (11) buttons. The Call Back (7) button dials the last 7 digits, Call Back (10) dials the 10-digit number, and Call Back (11) automatically adds a "1" for long-distance calls before dialing the 10-digit number.
- Flash Button: Pressing this button allows you to switch between the current caller and a waiting caller during a Call Waiting call.
- Play "Hold Message" Button: During a conversation with a waiting call, this button allows you to put the waiting party on hold and send a message asking them to hold.
- Add Caller Button: This button enables you to conference callers during a Call Waiting scenario.
- Drop Button: Used to end your conversation with one party and switch to the waiting call.
- Send to V-Mail Button: If you decide not to speak to a waiting caller, this button allows you to connect them to your voice mailbox to leave a message.
Voice Mail Features:
- Services Button: This button allows you to scroll through and select various services provided by your local telephone company, such as Call Return, Repeat Dial, Cancel Call Waiting, Ring Control, and Call Blocking.
- Voice Mail Function Buttons: The device supports different voice mail systems (Octel and BTI are pre-stored) and provides specific buttons for managing voicemails:
- PLAY: To listen to voice messages.
- REPEAT: To repeat the current voice message.
- FWD: To fast forward the voice message.
- BACK: To rewind the voice message.
- SKIP: To skip to the next voice message.
- SAVE: To save the voice message.
- ERASE: To erase the voice message.
- DIAL V-MAIL: To access your voice mail system.
Other Features:
- Speaker Volume Control: Adjusts the speaker volume to high, medium, or low.
- Contrast Button: Adjusts the contrast of the LCD display for optimal viewing.
- Back Light: The unit has a back light feature for improved visibility in low light conditions.
Maintenance Features:
The BellSouth CI-7112 requires minimal maintenance, focusing primarily on power management and general care.
Power Management:
- AC Power Adaptor: The unit requires the provided AC power adaptor (DC 9V, 300mA) for operation. It should be plugged into a standard AC outlet.
- Battery Installation: It is highly recommended to install two AA size alkaline batteries (not included) to prevent loss of Caller ID memory and voice mail commands during a power failure or if the unit is unplugged. The safety locking screw for the battery compartment should be tightened after installation.
- Battery Low Indicator: An indicator on the display will alert you when the batteries are low, prompting you to replace them as soon as possible.
- Reset Button: A small, straight object can be used to press the RESET button on the back of the unit. This is useful for initial installation or if the unit is not functioning normally. When changing batteries, new ones should be installed within one minute to avoid loss of stored call information, especially if the unit is not connected to AC power.
General Care:
- Handling: The Caller ID unit is a sensitive electronic instrument and should be handled with care.
- Environment: Avoid exposing the unit to heating appliances, electrical noise-generating devices (like motors and fluorescent lamps), vibration, shock, or direct sunlight. It is designed for indoor use only.
- Cleaning: The unit should be kept free of dust and moisture. Wipe it with a soft, clean cloth only.
- Troubleshooting: If you experience difficulty, disconnect the unit from the telephone line and connect a known working unit. If the known unit works, the problem is with the CI-7112. If the known unit also has problems, contact your telephone company. If the unit operates properly, refer to the warranty instructions.
- Telephone Line Connection: The unit connects to the telephone wall jack via the TEL.LINE jack and your telephone connects to the PHONE jack on the CI-7112. If an answering machine is used, it connects between the CI-7112's PHONE jack and your telephone's LINE jack.
This comprehensive set of features ensures that the BellSouth CI-7112 provides a robust and user-friendly solution for managing telephone communications, offering convenience and control over incoming calls and voicemails.
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