Karel TM142 - User Manual

The KAREL TM142 is an analog corded telephone designed for general use, offering essential telephony functions and user-friendly features. It is compliant with the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC, ensuring it meets basic requirements for radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment.

Function Description:

The KAREL TM142 serves as a standard analog telephone for making and receiving calls. It supports both pulse and tone dialing modes, allowing compatibility with various telephone exchanges. Key functionalities include:

• Call Handling: Users can receive incoming calls, make outgoing calls by dialing numbers, and redial the last dialed number.
• Memory Dialing: The phone features ten memory keys (M1-M0) for storing and quickly dialing frequently used numbers.
• Mute Function: A mute feature allows users to temporarily silence their microphone during a call while still being able to hear the other party.
• Speakerphone: The device includes a speakerphone function, enabling hands-free communication.
• Flash Function: The flash feature provides access to services offered by the telephone operator, such as call waiting or call transfer, with a configurable flash time.

Important Technical Specifications:

While specific technical specifications like frequency range or power consumption are not detailed in the provided manual, the device operates as an analog telephone. It supports both Pulse (P) and Tone (T) dialing modes, which can be selected via a switch. The flash time is also configurable (100, 300, or 600 ms) to suit different local telephone exchanges. The ringer volume and speaker volume are adjustable.

Usage Features:

The KAREL TM142 is designed for ease of use with several convenient features:

• Installation: The phone can be installed on a desk or wall-mounted. Wall mounting involves rotating a knob on the base unit to secure it in place. Connection requires plugging in the handset cord and the telephone line cord.
• Adjustable Volumes:
  • Ringer Volume: The ringer volume can be set to high, middle, or low to suit user preference and environment.
  • Speaker Volume: The speakerphone volume is also adjustable to high, middle, or low.
• Dialing Modes: Users can select between Pulse (P) and Tone (T) dialing modes based on their local telephone operator's requirements.
• Flash Time Setting: The flash time can be adjusted (100, 300, 600 ms) to ensure proper interaction with network services.
• Memory Keys (M1-M0): These keys allow for one-touch dialing of stored numbers. Storing a number involves entering the number, pressing the "Store" button, and then pressing the desired memory key. Dialing a stored number is done by simply pressing the corresponding memory key.
• Redial Button: A dedicated redial button allows for quick redialing of the last number called.
• Mute Button: During a call, pressing the mute button silences the microphone, and pressing it again resumes normal conversation. A mute indicator on the screen (though not explicitly shown on the physical phone image, it's mentioned in the text) would indicate when mute is active.
• R Button (Flash): This button is used to access telephone operator services during a conversation.
• In Use Indicator: An indicator light signals when the phone is in use.
• Message Indicator: A message indicator light suggests the presence of new messages (e.g., voicemail), though the manual does not detail how this feature is integrated or configured.

Maintenance Features:

The KAREL TM142 is designed for durability and easy maintenance:

• Cleaning: The telephone should be cleaned with an antistatic cloth or a damp, soft leather cloth, followed by drying with a dry cloth. Harsh chemicals, aggressive liquids, and steam should be avoided.
• Environmental Protection (Recycling): At the end of its life cycle, the product should not be disposed of with normal domestic waste. It should be taken to a collection point for processing electrical and electronic equipment, as indicated by the recycling symbol on the product or packaging. This promotes recycling of materials and contributes to environmental protection.
• Care Instructions: The manual emphasizes that the telephone is a sophisticated product and should be handled with care to ensure its longevity. It should be kept away from heat sources, direct sunlight, other electrical appliances, dampness, and dust.
• Cable Connections: Only the provided sockets and approved accessories should be used for connections.
• Warranty: The product comes with a guarantee from the date of purchase, covering material and manufacturing faults. The receipt or warranty card is required as proof of purchase. The warranty does not cover expendable materials, minor defects, damage from incorrect use, wear and tear, or third-party manipulation. Consequential damages are also not covered. For warranty claims, users should contact the retailer.