Page 2 - Congratulations; on purchasing your; Important safety instructions; Please thoroughly read the user’s; You can also visit our
Model #: E2812B Type: 2.4GHz cordless telephone/answering system Serial #: (found on the bottom of the telephone base) Purchase date: Place of purchase: Congratulations on purchasing your new AT&T product. Before using this AT&T product, please read the Important safety instructions on pages...
Page 3 - See page 7; for easy instructions.; To order a replacement battery, visit our web-
STOP! See page 7 for easy instructions. You must install and charge the battery before using the telephone. For customer service or product information, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injur...
Page 4 - Table of contents
Getting started Quick reference guide ...................... 2Parts checklist ...................................... 4Telephone base installation ........... 5Battery installation & charging ............ 7Installation options ............................ 8Belt clip & optional headset ..........
Page 5 - Feature menu; Quick reference guide; SPEAKER; Cordless handset
2 Getting started Feature menu Menu Feature menu DIRECTORY .............. Page 22CALL LOG ................. Page 28RINGER VOLUME.....Page 17RINGER TONE ......... Page 18KEY TONE ................. Page 18LANGUAGE .............. Page 19CLR VOICE MAIL .... Page 20DIAL TYPE................. Page 21 Usin...
Page 6 - Telephone base
3 Getting started Quick reference guide Telephone base HANDSET LOCATOR Press to make handsets beep (page 12). CHARGE/IN USE • Flashes when another telephone is on the same line or one of the handsets is in use. • Flashes when the answering sys-tem is answering an incoming call. • Flashes quickly whe...
Page 7 - Parts checklist
4 Getting started Parts checklist Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service.Check to make sure the telephone package includes the following: Telephone base with mounting bracket installed Power adapter for telephone base Teleph...
Page 8 - Telephone base installation; Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
5 Getting started Telephone base installation Choose a central location close to a telephone jack and an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. The telephone base can be placed on a flat surface or mounted on a standard wall plate. For optimum range and better reception, place the teleph...
Page 9 - To order a replacement
6 Getting started Telephone line cord DSL filter (Optional for DSL users, see number four in the note section below.) 1. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone jack at the bottom of the telephone base. 2. P l u g t h e s m a l l e n d o f t h e power adapter for telephone base in...
Page 10 - To order a replacement battery, visit our website; Battery installation & charging
7 Getting started INT Low battery indicator Return the handset to the telephone base or charger to recharge when this symbol flashes. (Handset will beep when battery is low.) To replace the battery, press in and downward on the tab of the battery compartment cover to open the battery compartment cov...
Page 11 - Installation options; Connect the telephone line cord and; Wall mounting; Tabletop mount
8 Getting started Installation options 1. To remove the bracket, hold the telephone base in both hands, press the two bracket tabs and lift the bracket away from slots and . 2. Connect the telephone line cord and power adapter to the jacks on the bot-tom of the telephone base. Bundle the telephone c...
Page 12 - Tabletop mounting
9 Getting started 3. To attach the bracket for wall mounting, insert the tabs of the bracket into slots and on the telephone base, then press the other bracket tabs into slots and as shown on the right. 4. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Plug the tel...
Page 13 - Belt clip & optional headset; into the jack on the side; To order an AT&T 2.5 mm headset, visit our website at
10 Getting started Belt clip & optional headset Install belt clip as shown (optional). INT Plug 2.5 mm headset into the jack on the side of handset (beneath small rubber flap). NOTE: If the sound quality of the headset is poor, try unplug- ging it, and firmly plugging it in again. Snap belt clip...
Page 14 - Basic operation
11 Telephone operation INT Basic operation Making and answering calls To answer an incoming call, press PHONE /FLASH or SPEAKER , or any dial pad key (0-9, * or #) on the handset. To make a call, press PHONE /FLASH or or SPEAKER , then dial a number. Press OFF /CLEAR or place the handset in the tele...
Page 16 - Options while on calls
13 Telephone operation INT Options while on calls Volume control Press CID/ -VOLUME or DIR / VOLUME+ to adjust listening volume. Pressing CID/ -VOLUME decreases the volume. Pressing DIR / VOLUME+ increases the volume. When changing the volume level, the new setting is saved. NOTE: The earpiece, hand...
Page 17 - Multiple handset use; or; to join the; OFF
14 Telephone operation Options while on calls Multiple handset use While on a call, a person on the other handset can press PHONE /FLASH or SPEAKER to join the same conversation.A person on either handset can press OFF /CLEAR , or place the handset in the telephone base or charger to drop out of the...
Page 18 - Intercom
15 Telephone operation INT INT Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between handsets.1. Press INT . The screen of the originating handset will show CALLING OTHER HS . The destina- tion handset will ring, and its screen will show INTERCOM CALL . NOTES: • Before the intercom call is ans...
Page 19 - Intercom call transfer
16 Telephone operation INT INT Intercom call transfer Use the intercom feature to transfer an external call from one handset to the other.1. During a conversation with an external call, press INT . The external call is automatically placed on hold. The originating handset’s screen will show CALLING ...
Page 20 - Handset settings; RINGER VOLUME
17 Telephone operation Handset settings Using the feature menu, you can change settings to customize how the telephone works. 1. Press MENU/ SELECT in idle mode to enter the feature menu. 2. Use the CID/-VOLUME or DIR /VOLUME+ to scroll to the feature to be changed. When scrolling through the menu, ...
Page 22 - Language; LANGUAGE; ENGLISH
19 Telephone operation Handset settings Press OFF/ CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu dis-play. To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/ CLEAR . Language In this menu, you can select the language used in all screen displays. To select a LANGUAGE : 1. P...
Page 25 - Directory; Shared directory; Memory capacity; . You will not be able; Exiting the directory; Press
22 Directory INT Directory Shared directory The directory is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made to the directory on any one handset will apply to all. NOTE: Only one handset can review the directory or call- er ID log at a time. If another handset attempts to e...
Page 26 - New directory entries
23 Directory New directory entries Press OFF/ CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu dis-play. To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/ CLEAR . To create and store a new directory entry 1. Press MENU/ SELECT in idle mode to enter the feature menu. 2. P r e...
Page 28 - Directory search; To browse through the directory; REVIEW
25 Directory Directory search Press OFF/ CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu dis-play. To return to the idle mode press and hold OFF/ CLEAR . To browse through the directory 1. Press DIR in idle mode to display the first list- ing in the directory. DIRECTORY ...
Page 30 - To dial, delete or change entries
27 Directory To dial, delete or change a directory entry (name and number), the entry must be displayed on the handset. Use directory search (pages 25-26) to display an entry. To exit the directory press OFF/CLEAR . To dial a displayed number When a directory entry is displayed, press PHONE /FLASH o...
Page 31 - Caller ID operation; Information about caller ID with call waiting; • You have only caller ID service, or only call wait-
Caller ID operation Information 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 answer-ing the tel...
Page 32 - Shared caller ID log; How caller ID works
29 INT CHRISTINE SMITH 908-555-0100 10:01 AM 11/23 Caller ID operation Shared caller ID log The caller ID log is stored in the telephone base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made on any handset will apply to all. NOTE : Only one handset can review the directory or call- er ID log at a time. ...
Page 33 - Memory match; is reviewed, the number of missed calls; for four
30 INT Caller ID operation Memory match Names of callers will be displayed only if the information is provided by your local telephone company. If the telephone number of the caller exactly matches a telephone number in your directory, the name that appears on the screen will match the corresponding...
Page 34 - To review the call log; To return a call
31 Caller ID operation To review the call log To review the call log Press CID /-VOLUME to review the call log. The call log displays the caller ID entries in reverse chronological order. The most recent call is displayed first. Press CID/-VOLUME or DIR /VOLUME+ to scroll through the to scroll throu...
Page 35 - Other options while reviewing the call log; YES
32 Caller ID operation To review the call log Other options while reviewing the call log • Press MUTE /DELETE to delete the current entry from the call log. • Press and hold MUTE /DELETE to delete all entries from the call log. When asked to confirm, press CID/-VOLUME to choose YES then MENU/ SELECT...
Page 36 - Answering system operation; Message capacity
33 Answering system operation Message capacity The answering system can record up to 99 messages depending on the length of each message. Individual messages can be up to four minutes long, and total maximum recording time is 15 minutes. Messages will remain available for replay until you delete the...
Page 37 - Day & time announcements; Time and day not set
34 Answering system operation Day & time announcements To set day and time Before playing each message, the answering system announces the day and time when the message was received. Before using the answering system, follow the steps on the left of this page to set the day, time and year, so th...
Page 38 - Outgoing announcements
35 Answering system operation Outgoing announcements The outgoing announcement is the message call-ers hear when calls are answered by the answering system. The telephone is factory set with an announcement. If the telephone is set up to record messages, it answers calls with “ Hello. Please leave a...
Page 39 - Changing feature options; repeatedly to hear each feature.; SKIP; REPEAT; to change the setting.; SETUP; to set selection and move to next menu; Feature options
36 Answering system operation 1. SETUP 3. SETUP - OR - until desired feature is heard (see list at right). until desired selection is heard. to set selection and move to next menu option. to set selection and exit menu. 2. SKIP or REPEAT PLAY /STOP Changing feature options You can change how the ans...
Page 40 - Message playback
37 Answering system operation Message playback Press PLAY/ STOP to hear messages. The system announces the number of messages, then begins playback.If you have new messages waiting, you will hear only the new messages (oldest first). If there are no new messages, the system will play back all mes-sa...
Page 41 - Recording & playing memos; To record a memo; To play back a memo; to hear messages and memos
38 Answering system operation Recording & playing memos Memos are messages you record yourself. They are saved, played back and deleted exactly like incom-ing messages. You can record a memo as a reminder to yourself, or leave a message for someone else if other members of your household are usi...
Page 42 - Message counter displays
39 Answering system operation Message counter displays The message counter usually displays the total number of memos and incoming messages. See the list below for explanations of other displays in this counter. Message counter displays 0 No messages. 0 (flashing) The clock needs to be set (page 34)...
Page 43 - Answering system mode; Calls will not be; “Calls will be
40 Answering system operation ANSWER ON until the system announces “ Calls will not be answered. ” "Beep," The system has been turned off. 1. 2. Answering system mode The answering system’s default factory setting is ON in order to answer and record messages. You can turn the answering syste...
Page 44 - Remote access; Changing feature
41 Answering system operation 1. Dial your telephone number from any touch- tone telephone. 2. When system answers, enter two digit remote access code ( 19 unless you have changed it). 3. Enter remote commands (see list at right). 4. Hang up to end call and save all undeleted mes- sages. NOTES: • I...
Page 45 - Screen icons & alert tones; Screen icons; ANSWER ON; Handset alert tones; CHARGE
42 Appendix INT Screen icons, indicator lights & tones SPEAKER On when speakerphone is in use. INT Screen icons & alert tones HANDSET 1 10:01 AM 11/23 NEW MUTE Ringer off. MUTE Microphone is muted. NEW Missed and un-reviewed calls. Screen icons Battery charging (animated display). Low batter...
Page 46 - Handset display screen messages; Screen display messages
43 Appendix Handset display screen messages DIRECTORY EMPTY You are accessing an empty directory. ENDED You have just disconnected a call. CALL LOG EMPTY You are accessing an empty call log. Screen display messages INT XX MISSED CALLS There are new calls in the caller ID log. CONNECTING... The hands...
Page 48 - Troubleshooting; If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the sug-
45 Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the sug- gestions below. For Customer Service, 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. • Make sure the battery is insta...
Page 55 - “Memory is full. Enter remote access code.”; VOLUME
52 Appendix The announce-ment message is not clear. • When recording the announcement, make sure you speak in a normal tone of voice about nine inches from the telephone base. • Make sure there is no background noise (television, music, traf- fic, etc.) when recording. T h e a n s w e r i n g system...
Page 56 - Safety information; To obtain a
53 Appendix 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 • Rea...
Page 58 - Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries:; Dispose of these batteries; Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers; • Should use the wireless phone at the ear opposite the pacemaker.; Especially about telephones answering systems; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
55 Appendix Important safety instructions • Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury. The RBRC™ Seal means...
Page 61 - the receiver is connected.
58 Appendix 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 harm-ful interference in a reside...
Page 62 - Limited warranty; ment or warranty service, and all questions about this prod-; What does this limited warranty cover?
59 Appendix Limited warranty The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair, replace- ment or warranty service, and all questions about this prod- uct should be directed to: In the United States of America visit www.telephones.att.com or call 1 (800) 222-3111. In Canada dial 1 (866) 288-4268....
Page 63 - conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems or; To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, in
60 Appendix 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 oth...
Page 64 - purchased (PRODUCT model) and the date of purchase or receipt and; Please retain your original sales receipt as proof of purchase.
61 Appendix 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 dif-ficulty; and b. Include “valid proof of purchase...
Page 65 - Technical specifications; Telephone operating range
62 Appendix Technical specifications RF frequency band (handset to base) 2400 MHz — 2483.5 MHz RF frequency band (base to handset) 2400 MHz — 2483.5 MHz Channels 95 Operating temperature 32°F — 122°F 0°C — 50°C Telephone base voltage (AC adapter input) AC117V 60Hz Telephone base voltage (AC adapter ...
Page 66 - Index
63 Appendix A Alert tones, 42 Answering calls, 11 Answering system, 33-41 Announcement, 35 B Battery charging, 7 Battery installation, 7 Belt clip, 10 C Call intercept, 40 Call screening, 40 Call log, 28 Call transfer, 16 Call waiting, 13 Caller ID, 28-32 Clear voice mail indication, 20 D Delete cal...
Page 67 - Screen display messages, 43
64 Appendix Index O Operating range, 62 P Part checklist, 4 Predial, 11 Power adapter, 6 Q Quick reference guide, 2-3 R Receiving calls, 11 Recharging, 7 Redial, 12 Remote access, 41 Ring silencing, 12 Ringer tone, 18 Ringer volume, 17 S Screen display messages, 43 Screen icons, 42 Search for names,...
Page 68 - Remote access wallet card; Action; Call your phone number, then
Use the wallet card below to help you remember commands to control your answering system from any touch tone telephone. Remote access wallet card Fold here. Cut along dotted line. Action Remote command Play all messages .................. 1 Play new messages ............... 2 Delete the message .......