Philips lifeline User Manual

Collateral Standards for the
Philips Lifeline Cordless Phone Communicator
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury
to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water, for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near
a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless
type) during an electrical storm. There may be
a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak
in the vicinity of the leak.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Federal Communications Commission (FCC):
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR):
Caution - To maintain the compliance with the FCC’s
RF exposure guideline, place the base unit and voice
extension unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons.
For body worn operation, this handset has been tested
and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use of
accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
47 CFR 15:
Privacy of communications may not be ensured when
using this phone.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
47 CFR 68:
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
Alarm Dialers:
WHEN PROGRAMMING EMERGENCY NUMBERS
AND(OR) MAKING TEST CALLS TO
EMERGENCY NUMBERS:
1. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the
dispatcher the reason for the call.
2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as
early morning or late evenings.
Caution - To ensure proper operation, this equipment
must be installed according to the enclosed installation
instructions. To verify that the equipment is operating
properly and can successfully report an alarm,
this equipment must be tested immediately after
installation, and periodically thereafter, according to the
enclosed test instructions.
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Philips lifeline Specifications

General

Brand	Philips
Model	lifeline
Category	Cell Phone
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)

Guidelines for RF exposure compliance when using the device.

47 CFR 15

Privacy and interference regulations for digital devices.

47 CFR 68

Hearing aid compatibility requirements for telecommunications equipment.

Alarm Dialers

Procedures for programming emergency numbers and test calls.

Important Phone Numbers

Responders and People to Notify

Information on emergency contacts and notification lists.

Lifeline Service

Getting Started

Initial setup and overview of the Lifeline service.

Lifeline Help Button

Information about the function and use of the Help Button.

Responders and People to Notify

Details on selecting and managing emergency contacts.

Phone Base

Cordless Handset

Earpiece

The part of the handset placed against the ear.

Talk button

Button used to initiate, answer, or end calls.

Redial button

Button to redial the last number called.

Hold button

Button used for call waiting.

Microphone

Part of the handset used to speak into.

Voice Extension

Speaker volume switch

Control for adjusting the speaker volume on the Voice Extension.

Speaker

Speaker grille on the Voice Extension.

Power indicator

Light indicating the operational status of the Voice Extension.

Microphone

Microphone on the Voice Extension.

Additional Handset with Charger

Charge indicator

Light indicating the handset is charging.

Power cord jack/plug

Connection point for the charger's power adapter.

Calling for Help

Calling for Help

Procedure for initiating an emergency call.

Monthly Check-in Call

Check-in Call

Instructions for performing the monthly system check.

Check-in Reminder

How the phone reminds you to perform a check-in.

Making Telephone Calls

Making Calls with the Handset

Instructions for making calls using the handset.

Making Calls with the Phone Base

Instructions for making hands-free calls from the base.

Switching Between the Handset and the Phone Base

How to transition calls between handset and base.

Redialing Calls

How to redial the last dialed number.

Answering Telephone Calls

Answering Calls with the Handset

How to answer calls using the cordless handset.

Answering Calls with Your Lifeline Help Button

How to answer calls using the Help Button.

Answering Calls with the Phone Base

How to answer calls using the speakerphone on the base.

Caller ID

Information about displaying caller information.

Call Waiting

How to manage multiple incoming calls.

Switching Between the Handset and the Phone Base

How to transition calls between handset and base.

Charging the Handset

Low Battery Message

Indicators for when the handset battery needs charging.

Recharging the Handset

Procedure for charging the handset battery.

Adjusting the Volume

Ringer Volume

How to adjust the volume of the phone's ringer.

Speaker Volume

How to adjust the volume of the speaker.

Tips and Techniques

Finding the Handset

How to locate a misplaced handset.

Attaching the Belt Clip to the Handset

Instructions for attaching the handset belt clip.

Adjusting Your Lifeline Help Button Neck Cord

How to adjust the length of the Help Button neck cord.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the equipment.

Turning On Enunciated Dialing

How to enable audible announcement of dialed numbers.

Reference

Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for the Lifeline system.

Equipment Service

Information on obtaining repairs and servicing.

Batteries

Details on battery types, life, and replacement.

Safety Information

Important safety guidelines for using the equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lifeline Service

Answers to common questions about the Lifeline service.

Your Lifeline Cordless Phone

FAQs about the phone's functionality and operation.

Calling for Help

Answers to questions about initiating emergency calls.

Monthly Check-in Call

FAQs regarding the monthly check-in procedure.

Answering Telephone Calls

Answers to questions about receiving calls.

Charging the Handset

FAQs about charging the handset and battery life.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC and Canadian ACTA Regulations

Compliance with US FCC and Canadian ACTA rules.

Requirements for the United States

Specific regulations and notices for US users.

Requirements for Canada

Specific regulations and notices for Canadian users.