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fluorescent light fixtures (especially if giving off a buzzing noise)
other services that use your phone line, like alarm systems,
intercom systems, or broadband Internet service
If static is on 1 handset or in 1
location:
If static is on all handsets or in
all locations:
Check nearby for one of the
common interference sources.
Try moving the handset away
from a suspected source, or try
moving the suspected source so
it’s not between the handset and
the base.
There is always more noise at the
edges of the base’s range. If an
Out of Range message displays,
try moving closer to the base.
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Check near the base for the
source of interference.
Try moving the base away from a
suspected source, or turn off the
source if possible.
If the base has an adjustable
antenna, try raising the antenna
so it stands straight up.
If you have any service that uses
the phone line, you might need a
filter (see following).
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Installing a line lter or DSL lter
Sometimes, broadband Internet services that use the telephone line
static on telephones. A DSL filter or telephone line filter usually solves
this problem. The technician who installed your DSL service might
have left some filters for you; if not, call your DSL provider or look in
any electronics store.
Plug the DSL filter into the telephone wall jack and plug your phone’s
base into the filter. Make a test call to make sure the noise is gone.
Do you use a T-coil hearing aid?
If you have a hearing aid equipped with a telecoil (T-coil) feature, the
interaction between the hearing aid and digital cordless phones can
cause noise in the handset. If you have a T-coil hearing aid and you have
problems with noise on the line, try turning on T-coil mode. Open the
menu. Select Handset Setup, then select T-coil.
Using T-coil mode can shorten the handset’s talk time; make sure to
watch the battery status and keep the battery charged.
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Liquid damage
Moisture and liquid can damage your cordless phone. If the exterior
housing of the handset or base is exposed to moisture or liquid, wipe
off the liquid, and use as normal. If moisture or liquid is inside the
plastic housing (i.e. liquid can be heard in the phone or liquid has
entered the handset battery compartment or vent openings on the
base), follow these steps:
Handset Base
Remove the battery cover and
disconnect the battery.
Let dry for at least 3 days with the
battery disconnected and the cover off
for ventilation.
After the handset dries, reconnect the
battery and replace the cover. Recharge
the battery fully before using.
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Disconnect the AC
adapter to cut off the
power.
Disconnect the
telephone cord.
Let dry for at least
3 days before
reconnecting.
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CAUTION! DO NOT use a microwave oven to speed up the
drying process. This will cause permanent damage to the
handset, base, and the microwave oven.
Changing from Tone to Pulse Dialing
Your phone communicates with the telephone network two ways: tone
dialing or pulse dialing. Most telephone companies use tone dialing. If
your phone company uses pulse dialing, you will need to change your
phone’s dial mode.
From a handset, open the menu and select Global Setup.
Select Dial Mode, then select Pulse. The phone sounds a
confirmation tone.
If you use pulse dialing and you need to send DTMF tones during a call
(if you’re using an automated response system, for example), press
*
to temporarily switch to tone dialing. When the call ends, the phone
automatically returns to pulse dialing mode.
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