Clarity C210 - Manual

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UNPACKING THE CLARITY C210 PHONE

Inside you will find the following items :

A. Handset
B. Handset Line Cord (Coiled, 10 ft.)
C. Base Unit
D. Phone Line Cord (long/short flat)

Carefully remove all of the contents from the package. If there is any
visible damage, or any of the contents are missing, do not attempt to
operate this equipment.
Please call 1-800-552-3368 to exchange this unit for a factory-fresh
replacement.
In addition to the items listed above, you will need one of the following to
complete installation of this unit :
• Modular Wall Jack, or
• RJ-11C Modular Jack Adapter (if you have an older 4-prong jack)

INSTALLATION

Warning: To prevent electrical shock, always remove the telephone line
cord from the wall jack before removing the cord from the telephone.
Never leave the line cord connected to the wall jack if it is not also
connected to the telephone.

Select a Location :

• This unit requires a modular phone jack.
• The unit should be located in an area where it is easy to see the
lighted ringer.
• The unit can be used as a desk top phone or a wall mount phone.
Avoid placing the unit where it will be exposed to excessive heat
or humidity.

Connecting the Clarity C210 Phone :

To install as a Desk Unit :

• Plug one end of the telephone line cord (flat) into the back of the
Clarity telephone.
• Plug the other end of the telephone line cord into the wall jack.
• Plug one end of the handset cord (coiled) into the bottom of the
handset.
• Plug the other end of the handset cord into the jack located on the
back of the Clarity telephone.
• Place the handset in the cradle of the Clarity telephone.

Note :

If you are plugging the phone into an older 4-prong jack, use

an RJ11C adapter

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Wall Plate

Back of Phone

Tabs

Hook Switch

To Install As a Wall Unit :
Important :

A modular wall jack with raised mounting pins is required for

installation as a Wall Unit.
• Plug one end of the telephone line cord (flat) into the back of the
Clarity telephone.
• Attach the bottom of the Clarity telephone to the modular wall jack
using the raised pins. It snaps into place.
• Plug the other end of the telephone line cord into the wall jack with
raised mounting pins

Warning :

To prevent electrical shock, always unplug the telephone line cord

from the wall before removing the cord from the telephone. Never leave the
cord connected to the wall if it is not also connected to the telephone.
• Hold the Clarity telephone so that the holes on the wall plate line up
with the raised mounting pins on the modular wall jack. Once the
holes are lined up, push the phone in towards the wall jack and then
slide the phone downward until it is securely seated on the wall jack.
• Plug one end of the handset cord (coiled) into the bottom of the handset.
• Plug the other end of the handset cord into the jack located on the back of
the Clarity telephone.
• Place the handset in the cradle of the Clarity telephone. The special
tabs will hold it in place.

RJ-11C

Flat cord
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Back of
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CLARITY C210 FEATURES

1. Boost Button
2. Visual Ringer
3. Volume Control
4. Ringer ON /OFF
5. Tone / Pulse Selector
6. Reset Button

7. Flash Button
8. Mute Button
9. Braille Button # 5 Key
10. Backlit Dialpad
11. Redial Button

Your Clarity C210 is packed with features that will help you
improve your communications over the telephone.

Clarity Power Control

The Clarity Power Control allows you to control the clarity of your phone
conversations. It will let you hear clearly phone calls that are normally
difficult to understand. The amplification will be increased by up to 30
decibels and the frequency band from 2000 to 3000Hz will be specially
enhanced to improve the clarity of your call.

Boost Control

The C210 has a boost button that controls the loudness of the receiver.
Once the boost button is pressed, the Clarity Power Control is activated.
The visual ringer will illuminate when the Boost Button is activated.

To Increase / Decrease Clarity Power:

Adjust the volume control

wheel up or down.

WARNING :

When Boost button is lit volume may be at a high level. To

protect hearing, lower volume control to minimum.

Visual Ringer

A lighted ringer sends out a visual flashing alert every time a phone call is
coming in. (This ringer will light up regardless of the setting on the
ringer control.)

Backlit Dial Pad

The dial pad features translucent backlit buttons that will make
calling easier.

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Tone / Pulse Selection

The Clarity C210 can be used as either a TONE (touch dial) or PULSE
(rotary dial) phone. Tone dialing is required for using special phone services
such as long distance calling. Please check with your local phone company
on certain types of service.

Note for Users with Pulse / Rotary service only:

Many automated

answering systems used by banks, stores and government agencies ask
you to “Push 1 for service”, “Push 2 for the operator”, etc.
You must switch the tone /pulse switch on the phone to tone before
responding to these prompts. In summary, dial the phone number you want
to call in pulse mode, switch to tone mode to interact with the automated
answering system, switch back to pulse mode when your call is done. When
switching from Pulse to Tone during a call, there will be a 3 second delay
from the time you first push a key in tone mode until the key press
is transmitted.

Important :

You must have tone signaling service to use the TONE feature

on the Clarity telephone. If in doubt, contact your local telephone company.

To Set the TONE / PULSE Switch :

1. Move the switch towards the
correct setting.
2. Depress the hookswitch once.
3. The phone will now dial in the mode you selected.

Last Number Redial

Last Number Redial allows you to automatically redial the last telephone
number you called. This feature is convenient for redialing numbers which
are busy. The phone number stored for redial will be reset with every new
call you make.

To Operate Last Number Redial :

1. Depress the hookswitch to get a new dial tone.
2. Press the “Redial” Button once.
3. Stay on the line, and your call will be dialed.
The last number dialed will be stored in the Clarity telephone for you until
you dial another number.

Flash

Flash is a special feature that is required to use some calling services
provided by your local phone company, such as call waiting. Consult your
guide to these services which is available from your local phone company.
Flash serves the same purpose as pressing and releasing the hook switch
very quickly.

To Use the Flash Feature :

Simply press the Flash button at the appropriate time as outlined in the
guide provided by your local phone company.

Mute

The mute button allows the user to conduct a private conversation that you
do not want the person on the other end of the phone to hear. While the
mute button is depressed, the microphone in the handset will be deacti-
vated, preventing conversation from being transmitted.

Surge Protection

The unit is equipped with a resettable fuse. The fuse will automatically reset
within 30 minutes after activation once the surge condition has subsided.

Hearing Aid Compatibility

The Clarity C210 is Hearing Aid Compatible with hearing aids that utilize a
T- switch or T-coil.
Once you have installed your Clarity C210 according to the instructions
noted previously, it will be ready to use.

To Place or Receive a Call :

1. Adjust the volume control to its lowest setting.
2. Pick up the handset and listen for the caller’s voice or a dial tone.
3. When placing a call, dial as you would any phone and wait for
someone to answer.
4. Press the Boost Button
5. Adjust the volume control to a level where the other party’s voice
is heard loud and clear, and begin conversation.
6. When you complete the call, return the handset to the base unit.
7. After hanging up, the sound level will reset to normal level.
8. Pressing the Boost Button during subsequent conversations will
return the volume to your set sound level.

Note :

If you made an error while dialing, just depress the hookswitch, listen

for a dial tone, and dial again.

CARE

The Clarity C210 has been designed to give you years of dependable service
with a minimum of care.
To ensure the utmost in performance, follow these guidelines in caring for
the unit :
• Avoid dropping or knocking the unit.
• Dust the unit regularly. Wipe the unit with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use detergents and avoid excess moisture.
• The Clarity C210 is an electrical device. Avoid electric shock by
keeping the phone away from water. (i.e. : bathroom, kitchen sink, etc.)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Save these Instructions

Read and Understand All Instructions

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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:
• Read and understand all instructions.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

• Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
• 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.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The prod-
uct may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
• Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation, to protect it from overheating. These openings must not
be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing
the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this
product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product.
Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages
or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the
appliance is subsequently used.
• Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to the
manufacturer under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions
because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
• Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use this telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

The following items are included as part of the
CS - 03 Requirements.

The Load Number of the equipment is 20.
The standard connecting arrangement code for the equipment is CA11A.

NOTICE :

The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies

certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets
certain telecommunications network protective operational and safety
requirements. The Department does not guarantee that the equipment
will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

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