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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........................................................................................ 3 Parts Checklist .................................................................................. 4 Quick Reference Guide .................................................................. 5 Connecting the phone ................................................................. 7 Introduction to Clarity Power .................................................... 8 Clarity
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Clarity C35 Amplifi ed Telephone. Operating Instructions and the associated Quick Reference Guide will provide you with the information you need to use your C35 effectively, easily and safely. Read this manual thoroughly before using your telephone. Keep the manual near the telephone for easy reference.
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CONTENTS & PARTS CHECKLIST BOOST VOLUME Handset Base unit Handset coil cord User guide Telephone line cord Mounting bracket 4 AA batteries 4
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C35 Quick Reference Guide FEATURES 1 Phone Number Directory 9 BOOST Indicator 2 Memory Button 10 Hold Indicator 3 Redial Button 11 Program Button 4 Flash Button 12 Hold Button 5 Volume Slider 6 Low Battery Indicator 7 Visual Ringer 8 Boost Button 1 2 BOOST 3 VOLUME 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 5
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C35 Quick Reference Guide FEATURES 1 Ringer Volume Switch 2 Pulse/Tone Switch 3 Phone Line Connection SIDE VIEW 1 2 DIAL Off Lo T P 3 BACK VIEW LINE 6
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C35 Quick Reference Guide HOW TO CONNECT THE C35 PHONE FOR DESKTOP USE 2 1 1. Install the 4 AA batteries. 2. Connect one end of the telephone line cord to the “Line” jack on the back of the C35 and the other end to the phone outlet on your wall. 3. Connect the handset cord to the telephone as shown above. 4. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. The phone is ready to use. The C35 phone may also be used as a wall mounted phone. (Please see page 12 of this guide for instructio
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INTRODUCTION TO CLARITY POWER Clarity Power™ Technology Clarity Power not only makes calls louder, but also easier to understand. The patented Clarity Power technology amplifi es and shapes high frequencies to enhance communications for the millions of people who experience high frequency hearing loss, the most common type of hearing loss. The Clarity C35 has a maximum amplifi cation level of 40dB louder than a regular telephone when the included batteries are inserted. This combined
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GETTING STARTED There are four initial steps involved in setting up your C35 1. Insert four AA alkaline batteries for maximum amplifi - cation. See below. 2. Decide if you want the phone to sit on a desk or hang on the wall. 3. Connect the telephone components. Pages 11-12. 4. Program up to twelve (12) telephone numbers to call with the press of a memory button. See Page 13. To install new batteries: 1. Slide open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the telephone. Thi
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GETTING STARTED Connecting your Telephone 1. Carefully remove your telephone from its box. If there is any visible damage, do not attempt to operate this equipment. Return it to the place of purchase. 2. Check to be sure that you have all items that come with your C35 telephone. You should have a Hand- set, Base Unit, Mounting Bracket, Handset Line Cord, and Telephone Line Cord, User Guide and 4 AA batter- ies. Choosing a Location � The C35 requires a modular phone jack � The
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GETTING STARTED 3. Set the TONE/PULSE switch located on the right side of the base to correct dialing mode. Please check with your local telephone company if uncertain of the type of service. 4. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. The phone is ready to use. Wall Mounting Instructions The phone unit may be mounted on a standard wall plate. The mounting bracket will mount on the telephone with the larger tabs towards the bottom of the phone. 1. Pull the handset hook out
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GETTING STARTED 4. Plug the fl at telephone line cord into the wall plate jack, then align the mounting bracket’s keyhole slots with the wall plate studs and slide the base of the phone downward to secure it on the wall. See Figure 6. 5. Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the bottom of the handset. Plug the other end of the handset into the modular jack marked HANDSET located on the left side of the phone. Place receiver in Figure 6 the cradle. See Figure 7. 6.
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TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Placing a Call 1. Lift the handset and dial the number you wish to call. 2. Press the BOOST button and turn the Clarity Power slider to adjust volume. The BOOST button will illumi- nate to indicate amplifi cation is on. Receiving a Call When a call is received, the audible ringer will sound and the visual ringer will fl ash to alert you of an incoming call. To answer the call, lift the handset. FEATURES Memory Storage Phone numbers can be stored into the phones memory
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TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Dialing a Memory Location 1. Pick up the handset. 2. Press the memory button where the desired number has been stored. 3. The call will automatically dial. Flash Flash is a feature that enables you to answer a call if you BOOST have call waiting. Please contact your local telephone VOLUME company for information on subscribing to this feature. Pressing the FLASH button while you are having a phone conversation will pick up the second conversation and Figure
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TELEPHONE OPERATIONS extension phone. NOTIFICATION OPTIONS Ringer Volume Ringer Volume can be set to one of three (3) positions Off Lo by pressing the RINGER VOLUME UP or DOWN switch located on the right side of the telephone. See Figure 14. Figure 14 BOOST C35 Low Battery Indicator VOLUME If the batteries are weak, the Low Battery indicator will light up. Install fresh batteries according to the directions above. See Figure 15. Figure 15 The batteries are required to reach the maximum
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PHONE INDICATOR LIGHTS BOOST VOLUME HOLD BOOST Visual Ringer Low Battery Indicator Light Indicator Indicator The visual ringer will This light will This light will fl ash to alert of an This light will illumi- illuminate when the illuminate when the incoming call. nate to indicate the phone call is put on BOOST feature is battery power is low. HOLD. To take off activated. The batteries should of HOLD, press the be replaced to allow HOLD button again. the phone to be fully functional in c
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TROUBLESHOOTING No Dial Tone/Phone Will Not Operate 1. Check all phone cords and connections. Make sure they are plugged in securely. 2. Plug unit into a different phone jack to help determine if the diffi culty is with the phone or the phone jack. 3. Switch out handset or telephone line cords. 4. Disconnect any other equipment that may be attached to the phone. Unable To Dial Out 1. Make sure TONE/PULSE switch is set correctly. 2. Phone may be at the end of a long line of phones (loop)
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TROUBLESHOOTING Unable To Hear Phone Ringer 1. Too many phone or phone devices on a line may cause your phone to not ring. Disconnect one (1) or two (2) of the devices to see if the problem is eliminated. If not, contact your local phone company for load guide lines. 2. If batteries are not placed in the phone, the extra loud ringer, will not work. Volume Control Does Not Work BOOST must be activated to turn on the additional amplifi cation. Static On The Line 1. Your phone may be lo
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TROUBLESHOOTING Unable to Access Automated Systems Automated systems used by banks, long distance voice mail and other ap- plications require that a phone be set to “tone” dialing. Check the switch on the back of the phone labeled “T/P” and set to “T.” This will enable the phone to be compatible with these automated systems. Compatibility Do I Need to Install Batteries? To reach the maximum amplifi cation of 40dB, and to fully operate certain functions on the phone, the batteries need to be i
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, 9. Operate this telephone using the basic safety precautions should always electrical voltage as stated on the be followed to reduce the risk of fi re, base unit or the owner’s manual. If electric shock and injury to persons you are not sure of the voltage in including the following: your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 10. Install the telephone where no 1. Read and understand all instructions
