AT&T ATCL2940 - Manuals

Caller ID About caller ID .......................................... 28 Information about caller ID with call waiting ....................................... 28 Caller ID history ........................................ 29 How the caller ID history (caller ID log) works ................................

1 Quick reference guide DIR Press to enter the directory (page 22).While using the menu, press to scroll through the settings (page 11).While reviewing directory, speed dial memory or caller ID history, press to scroll up (pages 22, 26 and 31 respectively).While entering names or numbers, press to m...

3 Getting started STOP! If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack (page 6). The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL inte...

4 Getting started Press the large tabs on the battery compartment cover as the arrows indicated below to open the battery compartment cover. 1. Battery installation Before using the telephone, you should install four new AA alkaline batteries (not included) to provide memory backup and enable the us...

6 Getting started Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the handset jack on the left side of the telephone base. Plug the other end into the jack at the bottom of the handset. 1. Install the telephone base as shown below. If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscrib...

7 Getting started Installation options If you want to mount your telephone on a wall, use the mounting bracket provided with the package to connect with a standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. If you do not have this mounting plate, you can purchase one from many hardware or consumer ele...

9 Getting started Installation options Wall mount to tabletop installation To change the telephone base from the wall mount position to tabletop position, follow the steps below. Slide the telephone base upwards, then remove it from the wall mounting plate. 1. Unplug the telephone line cord from the...

12 Telephone settings Telephone settings Contrast You can set the contrast of the screen to one of four levels. Press MENU/ SELECT repeatedly until the screen displays CONTRAST. Press CID or DIR to choose from 1, 2 (default setting), 3 or 4.Press MENU /SELECT to save your setting and move to the nex...

14 Telephone settings Telephone settings Local area code If you dial 10 digits to make calls to areas outside your home area code (without dialing 1), then set local area codes into the telephone. After setting, if you receive a call from one of these local area codes, the screen displays the 10 dig...

16 Telephone operation Last number redial The telephone stores the last number dialed (up to 24 digits). To dial the last dialed number: Lift the handset or press SPEAKER . Press REDIAL/ PAUSE to dial the number. -OR- When the telephone is idle, press REDIAL/ PAUSE to display the last dialed number....

17 Telephone operation Options while on call Volume control You can set the listening volume to one of four levels. While on a call, press p VOLUME q to adjust the listening volume. The volume level indicator briefly displays on the screen to indicate the setting. Handset volume When you are on a ca...

19 Telephone operation Options while on calls Audio Assist ® The Audio Assist ® feature makes voices sound louder and clearer. To turn the Audio Assist ® feature on: Press AUDIO ASSIST while you are on a call using the handset, the AUDIO ASSIST icon displays on the screen. To turn the Audio Assist ®...

20 Directory memory capacity The directory can store up to 25 entries, with a maximum of 15 alphanumeric characters for names and 24 digits for telephone numbers.Directory entries are stored in alphabetical order, according to the first character. You may wish to enter names with the last name first...

21 Directory Create directory entries Store a directory entry Follow the steps below to store a new entry in the directory. When the telephone is idle, press DIR to enter the directory menu.Press CID or DIR until STORE is blinking. Press MENU /SELECT . When the screen displays ENTER NUMBER, use the ...

22 Directory Review the directory Review directory entries When the telephone is idle, press DIR to enter directory menu.Press CID or DIR until REVIEW is blinking. Press MENU /SELECT to display the first directory entry. Press CID or DIR to browse through the directory. Entries appear alphabetically...

23 Directory Dial a directory number Search for the desired directory entry (see Review directory entries on page 22). When the desired entry displays, lift the handset or press SPEAKER to dial. Edit a directory entry Search for the desired directory entry (see Review directory entries on page 22 ) ...

24 Directory Delete a directory entry Search for the desired directory entry (see Review directory entries on page 22). Press DELETE X to delete the displayed entry. The screen then displays DELETE ENTRY? Press MENU /SELECT to confirm. The screen then displays DELETED . You cannot retrieve a deleted...

25 Directory Speed dial memory overview This telephone has 10 speed dial memory locations where you can store telephone numbers you wish to dial more quickly.Each speed dial memory location can store a telephone number with up to 24 digits. Store a speed dial entry Press SPEED DIAL when the telephon...

28 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. Information about caller ID with call waiting Caller ID with ...

29 Caller ID Caller ID history How the caller ID history (caller ID log) works The telephone stores caller ID information about the last 65 incoming calls. Entries are stored in reverse chronological order. The phone deletes the oldest entry when the log is full to make room for new calls. If you an...

30 Caller ID Caller ID operation Memory match If the incoming telephone number matches the last seven digits of a telephone number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen matches the corresponding name in your directory. For example, if Christine Smith calls, her name appears as CHRIS...

34 Caller ID Save a caller ID log entry to a speed dial memory location When the telephone is idle, press CID to enter the caller ID history.Press CID or DIR to scroll to the desired entry. Press SPEED DIAL . The screen shows ASSIGN SPDIAL #. Press a dial pad key ( 0 - 9 ) to choose the desired spee...

35 Caller ID Reasons for missing caller ID information There are occasions when other information or no information shows for various reasons: On-screen message Reason PRIVATE NUMBER The caller prefers not to show the phone number. PRIVATE NAME The caller prefers not to show the name. PRIVATE CALLER...

36 Screen icons NEW New caller ID log - new and missed calls. Caller ID entry counter - caller ID entry number. Ringer off - the ringer is off. Low battery indicator - the power of the installed batteries is low. AUDIO ASSIST Audio Assist® - the Audio Assist® feature is turned on. Screen messages an...

37 Appendix Screen messages and icons Screen display messages CALL LOG EMPTY There are no caller ID history entries. CHECK BATTERY There is no battery installed or the installed batteries are depleted. DELETED All caller ID history entries have been deleted. -OR- A caller ID history entry, directory...

38 Appendix 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 (800) 222-3111 . In Canada, dial 1 (866) 288-4268 . My telephone does not work at all...

39 Appendix Troubleshooting The telephone does not ring when there is an incoming call. Make sure the ringer is on (see page 16).Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in properly (see Telephone installation on page 6). There may be too many extension telephones on the telephone line to allow ...

40 Appendix Troubleshooting Display screen is blank. Make sure you have properly installed four working alkaline batteries (See Battery installation on pages 4-5). Operation during a power failure. This telephone operates during a power failure if a telephone line cord is plugged between the telepho...

41 Appendix Troubleshooting The caller might not be calling from an area that supports caller ID.Both your and the caller’s telephone service providers must use equipment compatible with caller ID service. I’ve set my LCD language to Spanish or French and I don’t know how to change it back to Englis...

42 Appendix To keep your telephone working well and looking good, follow these guidelines: Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).DO NOT expose it to direct sunlight or moisture.Avoid dropping the telephone or tr...

43 Appendix Important safety information 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 a...

44 Appendix If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rules and with the Technical Requireme...

46 Appendix 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 www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111 . In Canada, call 1 (866) 288-4268 . What does this l...

47 Appendix How do you get warranty service? To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, visit www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111 . In Canada, please dial 1 (866) 288-4268 . NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user’s manual. A check of the PRODUCT’s contr...

48 Appendix Technical specifications Operating temperature 32°F — 122°F 0°C — 50°C REN 1.0B

49 Index Index A Answering a call, 15Audio Assist®, 19 B Batteries, 4–5 C Caller ID, 28–35Call waiting, 17Chain dialing, 18Character chart, 20Contrast, 12 D Date and time, 11Dial a directory number, 23Dial a speed dial number, 26Dialing pause, 21, 23, 25, 27Dial mode, 12Directory, 20–27 E Ending a c...