This manual is designed to familiarize you with the A50E Expandable Handset setup, registration and basic functions. For detailed operational instructions, please refer to the BellSouth A50 Installation Guide and User Manual. Keep this manual for future reference. Please save your sales receipt as proof of purchase in the event you need warranty service. Please visit our web site at to: · Register your product It’s easy! Click on the Product Registration link, Complete the form and click “submit”. It’s that simple! · Download additional manuals and troubleshooting tips. (See back cover for details on warranty service.) If you need assistance, please contact the BellSouth Special Needs Equipment Center at 800-586-9828. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not place this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, sink or swimming pool). 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the casing are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. 7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. 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. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through casing slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 10. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 12. Avoid using telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightening. 13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Installation & Operation Component List Your expandable handset system consists of an A50E HANDSET, CHARGER UNIT, BELT CLIP, (3) AAA NiMH RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, AC ADAPTER AND OWNER’S MANUAL. Setup Of The A50E Expandable Handset 1. No phone jack required. 2. Choose a location for the charger near an electrical outlet. 3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet and charger unit. 4. Install the (3) AAA NiMH batteries provided, as described below. Installation Of Batteries In Handset (Diagram #1) – Installing the batteries 1. Remove battery compartment cover by sliding it downwards. 2. Install new batteries. Be sure to observe battery polarity as imprinted on the base of the compartment (See diagram #1). 3. Replace the battery compartment cover by sliding upward until it clicks into place. IMPORTANT! Only use AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries. DO NOT USE REGULAR ALKALINE OR CARBON BATTERIES! Handset Battery Charging Handset batteries MUST be connected before beginning initial charging! 1. Place the handset into the charger. The charge indicator LED on the charger will light RED. 2. IMPORTANT: The batteries in the handset must be fully charged for 24 hours before using the telephone for the first time. 3. After the batteries are fully charged, check for dial tone by pressing the button on the handset. Fully charged batteries provide an average talk time of about 4 hours, or standby time of about 8 days. Talk time & standby time may vary depending on operating conditions. Low Battery Indicators When the handset batteries get low during a call, there will be a warning tone and the low battery icon will appear on the CALLER ID display. Simply place A50E handset into the charger to begin recharging. Make sure the contact points are touching and the charge indicator LED is lit RED. The battery level can also be monitored via the battery charge icon. This icon appears while the phone is in standby mode and indicates the condition of the batteries. Belt Clip Installation You may choose to use the optional belt clip provided with your handset (See diagram #2 below). (Diagram #2) – Install and remove the belt clip 1. To attach, slide the belt clip down onto the grooves. Press the tabs on the belt clip into the slots to attach. 2. To remove, lift one side of the belt clip with your thumbnail and push back. Handset Registration With Your BellSouth A50 The following steps are for registration of additional handsets (model A50E): 1. Make sure the BellSouth A50 base unit is connected into the AC outlet and phone jack. ...