Page 2 - Congratulations; Important safety instructions; The ENERGY STAR
Model #: EL41108 Type: 5.8GHz cordless telephone Serial #: (found on the bottom of the telephone base) Purchase date: Place of purchase: Both the model and serial number of your AT&T product can be found on the bottom of the telephone base. Congratulations on purchasing your new AT&T product...
Page 3 - See page 9; for easy instructions.
See page 9 for easy instructions. You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line - DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack (pa...
Page 4 - Parts checklist; Telephone base
Parts checklist Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.Your telephone contains the following items: Telephone base Battery for cordless handset Power adapter for telephone base Telephone line cord Battery compartment door Cordless handset User's man...
Page 6 - Quick reference guide - handset; MUTE
2 Getting started REMOVE Quick reference guide - handset CID/-VOLUME When in a menu, press to scroll down. When the phone is not in use, press to display caller ID history entries (page 30). While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left. During a call, press to decrease liste...
Page 7 - Quick reference guide - telephone base; VOICEMAIL; • On steady when a handset
Getting started Quick reference guide - telephone base VOICEMAIL Flashes when you have new voicemail. Voicemail service is offered by your telephone service provider. HANDSET LOCATOR Press to make the handset beep when a handset is not on the telephone base (page 18). IN USE • On steady when a hands...
Page 8 - Handset main menu; SELECT
4 Getting started Handset main menu To enter the main menu:1. Press MENU/ SELECT when the handset is not in use. 2. Press CID or DIR to select a handset feature menu, then press MENU /SELECT to enter that menu. To return to the idle mode, press OFF/ CLEAR . DIRECTORY DIRECTORY allows you to store an...
Page 9 - Telephone base installation; Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
5 Getting started Telephone base installation The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface or vertically mounted on the wall (page 7). For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in a central and open location. Avoid placing the telephone base too close to: • Communication...
Page 10 - Plug the other
6 Getting started NOTES: 1. Use only the power adapter supplied with this product or equivalent. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111 . In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268 . 2. This power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented ...
Page 11 - Installation options; Desktop to wall mount installation; Plug the telephone line cord
7 Getting started Installation options The telephone base is designed for both desktop installation and wall mount installation. If wall mounting is desired, a telephone outlet wall mounting plate with mounting studs is required. This mounting plate is available for purchase at many hardware or cons...
Page 12 - Wall mount to desktop installation; Slide the telephone base
8 Getting started Wall mount to desktop installation To change the telephone base from the wall mount position to desktop position, make sure that you first unplug the power adapter and telephone line cord from the wall outlets before you begin. 1. Slide the telephone base upwards, then pull the tel...
Page 13 - Battery installation & charging; light on the; CHARGE
9 Getting started REMOVE Battery installation & charging Install the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you can make and receive short calls, but replace the handset in the telephone base when not in use. For optimal performance, charge the handset battery for at least 16 hour...
Page 14 - Low battery indicator; IMPORTANT INFORMATION; Troubleshooting
10 Getting started Low battery indicator Return the handset to the telephone base to recharge when this symbol flashes and the handset beeps or when the handset screen displays LOW BATTERY . Battery installation & charging IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1. Use only the supplied rechargeable battery, repl...
Page 15 - Settings
Telephone operation 11 Settings To customize how the handset works: 1. Press MENU/ SELECT in the idle mode to enter the handset main menu. 2. Use CID or DIR to scroll to the desired feature. 3. Press MENU /SELECT to select the feature. To stop at any time, press OFF/CLEAR . Language To change the la...
Page 19 - Home area code; SEL; CID; MENU
Telephone operation 15 HOME AREA CODE Settings Home area code If you dial seven digits to make a local call (area code not required), you can program your area code into the telephone as the home area code. After setting, if you receive a call from within your home area code, the screen will display...
Page 20 - Basic operation
16 REMOVE PHONE 0:00:30 Elapsed time Basic operation Make a call To make a call:• Press PHONE/ FLASH , then enter the telephone number. To end a call:• Press OFF/ CLEAR or return the handset in the telephone base. On-hook dialing (predialing) • Enter the telephone number, then press PHONE/ FLASH. To...
Page 21 - Redial; Temporary ringer silencing
Telephone operation 17 Telephone operation Basic operation Redial While the phone is not in use, press REDIAL/ PAUSE repeatedly to display the last five numbers called (up to 30 digits). To dial the number displayed, press PHONE/ FLASH . Or, after pressing PHONE/ FLASH , press REDIAL/ PAUSE to call ...
Page 22 - Handset locator; at the telephone; on the telephone; HANDSET LOCATOR
Telephone operation 18 REMOVE ** PAGING ** Basic operation Handset locator The handset locator feature is useful if you misplace a handset. To start the paging tone:• Press HANDSET LOCATOR at the telephone base. This starts the paging tone at the handset for 60 seconds to help you locate the handset...
Page 23 - Options while on calls; DIR
Telephone operation 19 REMOVE REMOVE Mute VOLUME Options while on calls Volume control While on a call, press CID/ -VOLUME to decrease the volume, press DIR /VOLUME+ to increase the volume. Call waiting If you subscribe to call waiting service with your local telephone company, there will be a beep ...
Page 24 - Temporary tone dialing; . This can be useful if it is necessary to; Channel selection; on
Telephone operation 20 REMOVE Options while on calls Temporary tone dialing If dial pulse (rotary) is selected, you can switch to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing TONE * . This can be useful if it is necessary to send tone signals for long-distance services.After you hang up or press PHO...
Page 25 - Memory capacity; . You will not be able
Directory Memory capacity The handset directory can store up to 30 entries (including nine speed dial entries). Each entry can contain a number up to 24 digits, and a name up to 14 characters. A convenient search feature can help you find and dial numbers quickly (page 25). Timeouts & error mess...
Page 26 - Speed dial
22 Speed dial You can enter nine speed dial numbers of up to 30 digits. Each number is stored in a speed dial location (1-9). The nine speed dial numbers on handset will be automatically added to the handset directory.You can also make existing directory entries into speed dial entries (page 26). En...
Page 27 - New directory entries
23 New directory entries Create & store a directory entry 1. Press MENU/ SELECT in the idle mode to enter the handset main menu. 2. Press MENU /SELECT again to enter the DIRECTORY menu. 3. Enter the name when prompted. • Use the dial pad to enter a name (up to 14 characters). See the chart below...
Page 29 - Directory search
25 Directory Directory search Review directory entries 1. Press DIR when the phone is not in use. DIRECTORY EMPTY will be displayed if there are no directory entries in the handset. 2. Press CID or DIR to browse through the directory. 3. Press OFF/ CLEAR to exit the directory. NOTES: 1. When reviewi...
Page 30 - Change or dial entries
26 Directory Change or dial entries When any entry is displayed, press MENU/ SELECT to see options. Press CID or DIR to highlight the option you want (blinking text), then press MENU /SELECT again to select it. Edit an entry When EDIT is blinking, press MENU /SELECT . You can change the name and num...
Page 31 - Caller ID history; About caller ID with call waiting; • You have only caller ID service, or only call
27 Caller ID Caller ID history About caller ID with call waiting This product has a caller ID function with call waiting feature which works with service from your local telephone company.Caller ID with call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the caller before answering the teleph...
Page 32 - How caller ID works; if this is how you entered it into
28 Caller ID Caller ID history How caller ID works If you subscribe to caller ID service provided by your local telephone company, information about each caller will be displayed between the first and second ring. Information about the last 30 incoming calls is stored in the caller ID history. You c...
Page 33 - Reason; XX; when the telephone; NEW; is reviewed, the number of missed calls; for two seconds when the handset
29 Caller ID REMOVE Caller ID history There are also occasions when other information or no information is displayed for various reasons: On-screen message Reason PRIVATE NAME Caller prefers to remain anonymous. PRIVATE CALLER Caller name and telephone number not revealed at caller's request. UNKNOW...
Page 34 - Review the caller ID history; FLASH; Dialing options
30 Caller ID Review the caller ID history The caller ID history displays the caller ID in reverse chronological order, with the latest one (the one with the highest number) first.When the phone is not in use, press CID to display information about the most recent caller. Review your caller ID histor...
Page 35 - Delete caller ID history entries; Delete a single caller ID history entry; Delete all caller ID history entries; CHAN
31 Caller ID Delete caller ID history entries Delete a single caller ID history entry Press CID to display the latest caller ID listing. Use the CID or DIR keys to find the entry you want to delete, then press CHAN /REMOVE . When the entry is deleted, the next oldest record is displayed. Delete all ...
Page 36 - Add entries to the directory
32 Caller ID Add entries to the directory Add entries to the directory While you have a caller ID entry displayed, follow the steps below to enter it into your telephone directory.1. Press CID when the phone is not in use. CID EMPTY will be displayed if there are no caller ID history entries in the ...
Page 37 - Indicator lights; Flashes when you have new; Screen icons & alert tones; IN USE
33 REMOVE Indicator lights VOICEMAIL Flashes when you have new voicemail. Voicemail service is offered by your telephone service provider. Screen icons, indicator lights & tones Screen icons & alert tones Screen icons Low battery (flashing); place handset in telephone base to recharge. Misse...
Page 38 - Handset display screen messages; Screen display messages
34 Handset display screen messages Screen display messages REMOVE CONNECTING . . . CONNECTING... The cordless handset is waiting for a dial tone. LOW BATTERY Cordless handset battery is low. Place the cordless handset in base to charge the battery. SCANNING... Cordless handset is scanning for a clea...
Page 42 - The telephone does not
38 I cannot dial out. There is noise or interference during a telephone conversation. • The handset may be out of range. Move it closer to the telephone base. Troubleshooting • First, try all the suggestions in The telephone does not ring when there is an incoming call , on the previous page. • Make...
Page 45 - • If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital
41 • If the telephone is not responding normally, try putting the cordless handset in the telephone base. If it does not seem to respond, try the following (in the order listed): 1. Disconnect the power to the telephone base.2. Disconnect the battery on the cordless handset.3. Wait a few minutes bef...
Page 46 - Safety information
42 Important safety instructions This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. Safety information • Read and und...
Page 47 - Especially about cordless telephones
43 Important safety instructions CAUTION: Use only the power adapter provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111 . In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268 . Especially about cordless telephones • Privacy: The same features that m...
Page 48 - Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers; • Should use the wireless phone at the ear opposite the pacemaker.; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
44 Important safety instructions The RBRC ™ Seal means that the manufacturer is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries when taken out of service within the United States. These batteries may be taken to a participating local reta...
Page 50 - Industry Canada
46 FCC part 68 & ACTA If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emergency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test emergency ...
Page 51 - which the receiver is connected.
47 FCC part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential inst...
Page 52 - Limited warranty; or call
48 Limited warranty The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair, replacement or warranty service, and all questions about this product should be directed to: In the United States of America, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111 . In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-...
Page 53 - • PRODUCT that has been damaged due to repair, alteration, or
49 Limited warranty 4. What is not covered by this limited warranty? This limited warranty does not cover: • PRODUCT that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water, or other liqui...
Page 54 - purchased (PRODUCT model) and the date of purchase or receipt and
50 Limited warranty 6. What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service? You must: a. Return the entire original package and contents including the PRODUCT to the service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; and b. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales ...
Page 55 - Technical specifications; Telephone operating range
51 Technical specifications RF frequency band (handset to telephone base) 5857.2 MHz — 5865.9 MHz RF frequency band (telephone base to handset) 912.75 MH z — 917.10 MHz Channels 30 Operating temperature 32°F — 122°F 0°C — 50°C Telephone base voltage (AC voltage, 60Hz) 104 — 129Vrms Telephone base vo...
Page 56 - Index
52 A Alert tones, 33 Answer a call, 16 B Battery charging, 9 Battery installation, 9 Battery low, 10 C Call waiting, 19 Caller ID, 27 add entries to phone directory, 32 delete entries, 31 dial entries, 30 Channel, 20 D Delete caller ID history entries, 31 Delete redial entries, 17 Dialing, directory...
