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BT Studio 4500 Plus User Manual

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User Guide
BT Studio 4500 Plus
Ofces worldwide
The services described in this publication are subject to availability and may be
modied from time to time. Services and equipment are supplied subject to
British Telecommunications plc’s respective standard conditions of contract.
Nothing in this publication forms any part of a contract.
© British Telecommunications plc 2010.
Registered Ofce: 81 Newgate Street, London EC1A 7AJ.
Registered in England No. 1800000.
Designed and produced by The Art & Design Partnership Ltd.
Printed in China / Issue 1 / ADP08-10
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1 Plug in
2 Charge
3 Go!
General information
For information on safety instructions,
cleaning, technical information or
connecting to a switchboard, please
refer to the ‘General Information
section in the full user guide at
www.bt.com/producthelp
Guarantee
Your BT Studio 4500 Plus is guaranteed for a period of
12 months from the date of purchase.
Subject to the terms listed below, the guarantee
will provide for the repair of, or at BT’s or its agent’s
discretion the option to replace the BT Studio 4500
Plus, or any component thereof, (other than batteries),
which is identied as faulty or below standard, or as a
result of inferior workmanship or materials. Products
over 28 days old from the date of purchase may be
replaced with a refurbished or repaired product.
The conditions of this guarantee are:
The guarantee shall only apply to defects that
occur within the 12 month guarantee period.
Proof of purchase is required.
The equipment is returned to BT or its agent
as instructed.
This guarantee does not cover any faults or defects
caused by accidents, misuse, fair wear and tear,
neglect, tampering with the equipment, or any
attempt at adjustment or repair other than through
approved agents.
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.
For further information within and outside the 12
month guarantee, please refer to the full user guide at
www.bt.com/producthelp
Product disposal instructions
The symbol shown here and on the product
means that the product is classed as Electrical or
Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed with
other household or commercial waste at the end of its
working life.
The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in place
to recycle products using best available recovery and
recycling techniques to minimise the impact on the
environment, treat any hazardous substances and
avoid the increasing landll.
Product disposal instructions for residential users
When you have no further use for it, please remove
any batteries and dispose of them and the product as
per your local authority’s recycling processes. For more
information please contact your local authority or the
retailer where the product was purchased.
Product disposal instructions for business users
Business users should contact their suppliers and check
the terms and conditions of the purchase contract
and ensure that this product is not mixed with other
commercial waste for disposal.
Warning
This equipment is not designed for making
emergency telephone calls when the power fails.
Alternative arrangements should be made for
access to emergency services.
R&TTE Directive & Declaration of Conformity
This product is intended for use within the UK for
connection to the public telephone network and
compatible switchboards.
This equipment complies with the essential requirements
for the Radio Equipment and Telecommunications
Terminal Equipment Directive (1999/5/EC).
For a copy of the Declaration of Conformity
please refer to www.bt.com/producthelp
Setting up is easy. Just follow the simple steps in this guide.
If you need further assistance, please visit our website www.bt.com/producthelp
to view our advanced user guide or call our helpdesk on 0800 218 2182*
2 Charge
1 Remove the protective lm from the handset screen
and the base lens and activate the batteries by pulling
the plastic tab away from the back of the handset.
2 Place the handset on the base to charge.
3 After 24 hours, plug the telephone line cord into the
telephone wall socket.
Important: Charge the handset batteries for 24 hours
or your phone may not work.
Set up your additional handsets (multipacks only)
1 For each additional handset and charger: plug the mains power adaptor (item code
048610) into the socket on the back of the charger, secure the cable behind the
retaining clip and plug the other end into the mains wall socket and switch the
power on.
2 Remove the protective lm from the handset screen and activate the batteries as
shown above.
3 Place the handset on the charger to charge for 24 hours.
If you ever need to remove the batteries, simply slide open the battery
compartment cover and using the nger holes grip the batteries and pull them out.
Your BT Studio 4500 Plus is now ready for use.
Please
turn
over
Check box contents
Handset Mains power adaptor
(item code 048611)
Telephone line cord
(pre-installed)
2x AAA NiMH 500mAh
rechargeable batteries
(already in handset)
Base
1 Plug in
* Calls made from within the UK mainland network are free. Mobile and International call costs may vary.
BT &
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Rechargeable batteries
already fitted
Remove this tab
and charge batteries
for 24 hours before use.
Important: Only use the mains power adaptors, cables and rechargeable batteries
supplied in this box, or this product may not work. Any replacement rechargeable
batteries must be of the same type. BT accepts no responsibility for damage
caused to your BT Studio 4500 Plus by using any other type of batteries.
Handset Charger Mains power adaptor
(item code 048610)
2x AAA NiMH 500mAh
rechargeable batteries
(already in handset)
Contents for each additional handset (multipacks only)
1 The telephone line cord
is pre-installed but don’t
plug the other end into
the wall socket yet.
3 Plug the other end of
the power adaptor
into the wall socket
and switch on.
2 Plug in the mains power
adaptor with the blue
ring on the connector
(item code 048611).
Secure power adaptor
cable behind retaining
clip on back of base.
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BT Studio 4500 Plus Specifications

General IconGeneral
Caller IDYes
Phonebook entries50
SpeakerphoneYes
Call WaitingYes
Ringer Volume ControlYes
Handset Volume ControlYes
RedialYes
MuteYes
FlashYes
DisplayLCD
Power SourceAC adapter

Summary

Getting Started

Location and Positioning

Optimal placement guidelines for the BT Studio Plus 5500 base unit.

Initial Setup and Connections

Steps to connect power, line, and activate batteries.

Understanding Range and Signal

Information on handset operational range and signal strength indicators.

Battery and Talk Time

Details on battery life and talk/standby time expectations.

Phone Configuration Basics

Setting the Time Format

How to select between 12-hour and 24-hour clock display.

Battery Performance and Warnings

Guidance on battery care, charging, and important safety notes.

Setting the Date and Time

Setting the Date and Time

Step-by-step guide to inputting the correct date and time.

Setting Up the Charger

Setting Up the Charger

Instructions for plugging in and charging the handset charger.

Getting to Know Your Phone

Handset Overview and Keys

Identification of keys and their functions on the handset.

Phonebook and Call List Access

How to access phonebook and call list features.

Handset Display Icons

Handset Display Icons

Explanation of symbols and indicators shown on the handset display.

Base Unit Controls and Functions

Base Unit Controls and Functions

Description of buttons and functions available on the base unit.

Navigating the Menus

Menu Navigation Basics

How to move through and select options in the phone's menu system.

Menu Map Overview

Menu Map Overview

A visual representation of the phone's menu structure and options.

Default Settings and Reset

Resetting to Default Settings

Information on how to reset the phone to factory default settings.

Using the Phone - Calls

Making and Receiving Calls

Instructions for initiating, answering, and ending calls.

Call Timer and Caller Display Info

Information on call duration display and Caller Display features.

Internal Call Procedures

How to make and receive calls between handsets.

Call Volume and Handsfree

Earpiece Volume Adjustment

How to adjust the earpiece volume during a call.

Handsfree Operation and Secrecy

Using the handsfree speakerphone and muting your voice.

Redial List Management

Accessing and Dialing Redial Numbers

How to view and dial numbers from the last 10 calls.

Saving Redial to Phonebook

Procedure to save a redial number into the phonebook.

Deleting Redial Numbers

How to remove specific numbers from the redial list.

Advanced Handset Features

Keypad Lock and Ringer Control

How to lock keypad, and turn handset ringer on/off.

Paging and Internal Calls

Locating handsets and making internal calls between units.

Inter-Handset Communication

Receiving and Transferring Internal Calls

Managing incoming internal calls and transferring external calls.

3-Way Conference Calls

Setting up and participating in conference calls with multiple parties.

Phonebook Operations

Storing New Contacts

Steps to add names and numbers to the phonebook.

Entering Names and Writing Tips

Guidance on typing names and using special characters.

Managing Phonebook Entries

Dialing and Viewing Numbers

How to search, view, and dial entries from the phonebook.

Editing Phonebook Entries

Modifying existing names, numbers, or ringtones in the phonebook.

Deleting Phonebook Entries

Deleting a Single Entry

How to remove one contact from the phonebook.

Deleting All Phonebook Entries

Procedure to clear the entire phonebook.

Handset Ringer Settings

Ringer Melody Selection

Choosing from different melodies for incoming calls.

Ringer Volume Adjustment

Setting the volume level for the handset ringer.

Handset Tones and Name Settings

Handset Tones On/Off

Enabling or disabling various alert tones on the handset.

Assigning a Handset Name

Naming individual handsets for easier identification.

Handset Display and Alarm Settings

Display Customization Options

Choosing between displaying the handset name or time.

Setting and Managing Alarms

How to set, activate, and disable the alarm function.

Auto Answer Function

Auto Answer Function

How to enable or disable the auto answer feature.

Base Ringer Settings

Base Ringer Melody Selection

Choosing a ringtone for the base unit.

Base Ringer Volume Adjustment

Setting the volume level for the base unit's ringer.

System PIN and Handset Management

Changing the System PIN Code

How to set a new PIN to protect phone settings.

Deleting a Handset from the Base

Procedure to de-register a handset from the base.

Caller Display and Call List

Understanding Caller Display Service

How to view caller information before answering.

Managing the Call List

Viewing, dialing, and copying numbers from the call history.

Call List Operations

Viewing Call Details

Accessing date and time information for specific calls.

Deleting Call List Entries

Removing individual calls or clearing the entire call list.

Answering Machine Operation (Base)

Switching Answer Machine On/Off

How to activate or deactivate the answering machine via the base.

Playing and Managing Messages

Listening to, replaying, skipping, and deleting messages.

Adjusting Message Playback Volume

How to change the volume during message playback.

Answering Machine Operation (Handset)

Call Screening Feature

Listening to callers leaving messages without answering.

Switching Answer Machine On/Off (Handset)

Activating or deactivating the answering machine from the handset.

Answering Machine Modes and Messages

Selecting Answer Mode

Choosing between Answer & Record or Answer Only modes.

Outgoing Message Voice Selection

Choosing between male or female outgoing message voice.

Recording Your Own Outgoing Message

How to record a personalized outgoing message.

Managing Outgoing Messages

Playing and Checking Outgoing Messages

Listening to your recorded outgoing message.

Reinstating Pre-recorded Messages

How to switch back to the default outgoing messages.

Message Playback and Management

Playing New and Old Messages

How to play back recorded messages via the handset.

Adjusting Playback Volume

Changing the volume level during message playback.

Deleting All Old Messages

How to clear all previously stored messages.

Recording Memos and Setting Recording Time

Recording a Memo

How to record a short message for household members.

Setting Recording Time Limits

Configuring the maximum duration for incoming messages.

Answer Delay and Remote Access

Setting Answer Delay Rings

Configuring the number of rings before the answer machine picks up.

Switching Remote Access On/Off

Enabling or disabling remote access to the answering machine.

Remote Access Security and Operation

Changing Remote Access PIN

How to set a new security PIN for remote access.

Remote Answering Machine Control

Switching the answering machine on or checking messages remotely.

Remote Access Commands

Remote Access Commands

A list of keypad commands for operating the answering machine remotely.

BT Services Overview

Accessing BT Helpdesk and Directory Enquiries

How to contact BT support and access directory services.

Call Divert Options

How to set up or disable call diverting.

BT Services - Call Waiting and Entries

Call Waiting Features

Managing the call waiting feature to be notified of incoming calls.

Adding and Managing Service Entries

How to add, edit, and delete custom service entries.

Registering Additional Handsets

Registering Additional Handsets

Step-by-step guide to pairing new handsets with the base station.

Troubleshooting and Help Section

Handset Registration and PIN Issues

Solutions for registration problems and forgotten PINs.

Display and Connection Troubleshooting

Steps for resolving no display or connection issues.

Handset Charging and Ringing Problems

Solutions for handset not charging or not ringing.

Advanced Troubleshooting Scenarios

Caller Cannot Hear You

Addresses issues where the caller cannot hear the user.

Incoming Caller Number Display

Explains why caller ID might not show even with the service.

General and Safety Information

Important Product Warnings and Usage

Critical safety information and usage restrictions for the telephone.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Instructions for safely cleaning the handset and base.

Environmental and Disposal Information

Product Environmental Guidelines

Recommendations for product placement and avoiding environmental hazards.

Product Disposal Instructions

Guidelines for responsible disposal of the product and batteries.

Connecting and Guarantee Information

Switchboard Compatibility

Information on connecting the phone to switchboards.

Product Guarantee Terms and Conditions

Details of the 12-month guarantee and its conditions.

Guarantee Period and Returning the Product

Support During Guarantee Period

Procedures for support and returning the product during the guarantee period.

Out-of-Guarantee Service and Returns

Information on repairs and contact for out-of-guarantee service.

Technical Information and Compliance

Telephone Line Capacity (REN)

Explanation of Ringer Equivalence Number and line limits.

Power Supply and Battery Safety Warnings

Important safety warnings regarding power supply and batteries.

R&TTE Compliance Details

Information on radio and telecommunications equipment compliance.

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