Page 2 - Introduction; cordless telephone with caller ID/call waiting; Table of contents
Introduction This quick start guide provides you with basic installation and use instructions. A limited set of features are described in abbreviated form. Please refer to the complete on-line EL51200/EL51250/EL51300/EL51400 DECT 6.0 cordless telephone with caller ID/call waiting user’s manual for a...
Page 3 - Parts checklist
2 Parts checklist Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. Power adapter for telephone base Wall mount bracket Charger for cordless handset with power adapter installed ( for EL5200 or EL5250) (2 f...
Page 4 - Installation; Wall mount installation; user’s manual for details.; Telephone line cord; IMPORTANT INFORMATION:; or call
3 Installation Install the telephone base and charger as shown below. If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter on the DSL line. If you want to mount your telephone on a wall, use the included wall mount...
Page 5 - Battery installation; Install the battery as shown below.; visit our website at; light is on when charging.; THIS SIDE; facing up as indicated.; CHARGE; light
4 Battery installation Install the battery as shown below. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery (model BT66342). To order, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com , or call 1 (866) 288-4268 . To replace the battery, press the tab and slide the ...
Page 6 - Battery charging; LOW BATTERY; until you have charged the
5 Battery charging Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status (see the table below). If necessary, place the handset in the telephone base or charger to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in use. The ...
Page 7 - Handset overview; INT
6 Handset overview INT Press to initiate an intercom conversation or transfer a call. REDIAL/PAUSE Press repeatedly to view the last 20 numbers dialed.While entering numbers, press and hold to insert a dialing pause. PHONE/FLASH Press to make or answer a call.During a call, press to answer an incomi...
Page 8 - Telephone base overview; HANDSET LOCATOR
7 Telephone base overview HANDSET LOCATOR Press to make handsets beep so you can locate them.
Page 9 - Menu overview
8 Menu overview Use the menu to change the telephone settings. Press MENU/ SELECT in idle mode (when the handset is not in use) to enter the main menu.Press DIR or CID to scroll until the > is next to the feature you want to select.Press MENU /SELECT to select or save the indicated item. Press OF...
Page 10 - Telephone settings; Menu structure; Ringer volume; AM
9 Telephone settings Use Menu structure on page 8 to find and set features. Many are simple yes/no questions. The following are a few examples of common features to set. Refer to Handset settings in the on-line user’s manual for detailed instructions on setting all telephone features. Ringer volume ...
Page 12 - Chain dialing; To search by name; Redial; SPEAKER
Options while on a call Volume control While on a call, press DIR /VOLUME to increase or press CID /VOLUME to decrease the listening volume. NOTE: The handset earpiece volume setting (-5) and speakerphone volume setting (-6) are independent. Changing one does not affect the other. Join a call in pro...
Page 13 - Handset locator; FLASH; Voicemail waiting (visual message waiting) indicator; NEW VOICEMAIL
2 Handset locator Use the handset locator to find misplaced handsets. To start the paging tone: Press HANDSET LOCATOR at the telephone base to start the paging tone on all handsets for 60 seconds. To stop the paging tone: Press PHONE/ FLASH , SPEAKER or any dial pad key (0-9, , or #) on a handset, o...
Page 14 - or; or
3 Intercom To make and answer an intercom call You can intercom between handsets. Press INT on your handset when not in use. If you have two handsets, your screen shows CALLING HANDSET X . If you have more than two handsets, your screen shows INTERCOM TO: Use the dial pad keys to select the other ha...
Page 15 - Create directory entries; To review directory entries; If the telephone number in the directory exceeds 5 digits,
4 Directory Directory overview The directory is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. It stores up to 00 entries. Changes made to the directory on any one handset apply to all. Only one handset can review the directory at a time. Storing names and numbers You can add new entri...
Page 17 - Caller ID overview; XX MISSED CALLS; To review the caller ID history; To delete entries from the caller ID history; EDIT NUMBER
6 Caller ID overview This product supports caller ID services offered by most telephone service providers. Caller ID allows you to see the name, number, date and time of calls. The available caller ID information will appear after the first or second ring. Caller ID history (call log) The caller ID ...
Page 18 - Troubleshooting; on page 5 for details.
7 Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For customer service, or to purchase accessories or replacement parts, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com , or call 1 (866) 288-4268 . When you call customer service, you will need the serial num...
Page 21 - I experience poor sound quality when using the speakerphone.; to temporarily; DELETE; again to turn the microphone on.; I hear other calls while using my telephone.
20 I experience poor sound quality when using the speakerphone. For increased sound quality while using the speakerphone, place the handset on a flat surface with the dial pad facing up.When using a speakerphone, controlling background noise in your environment is essential. While you are listening ...
Page 22 - Important safety information
2 Important safety information This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in this quick start guide and the on-line user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. S...
Page 23 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
22 Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical outlet which is not controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made from the handset if the telephone base is unplugged, switched off or if the electrical power is interrupted . Potential T...
Page 24 - FCC Part 68 and ACTA; Industry Canada
23 FCC Part 68 and ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US:A...
Page 25 - This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
24 The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.B. The REN is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the su...
Page 26 - Limited warranty; What does this limited warranty cover?; This limited warranty does not cover:
25 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 our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (866) 288-4268 . What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this AT&a...
Page 27 - How do you get warranty service?; To obtain warranty service in Canada, visit; What must you return with the PRODUCT to get warranty service?
26 PRODUCT returned without a valid proof of purchase (see item 6 below); orCharges for installation or setup, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. How do you get warranty service? To obtain warranty service in Canada, visit www.telephones.att.com ...
Page 28 - Technical specifications; RF frequency band
27 Technical specifications RF frequency band 92.536MHz – 928.448MHz Channels 5 Operating temperature 32°F – 22°F 0°C – 50°C Telephone base voltage (AC voltage, 60Hz) 96 – 30Vrms Telephone base voltage (DC adapter output) AC6V @300mA Handset voltage DC2.4 – 3.2V Charger voltage (AC adapter output) A...
