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MODEL BB-HC1 1. Setting Up 2. Using the Cordless Handset 3. Caller ID (Requires Subscription to Service) 4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting...
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1.5 cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. As an NERGY partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency.
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As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
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Unplug the base from the power outlet and telephone jack and consult a qualified service representative if any of the following situations occur: - Liquid has been spilled into the base or the base has been exposed to rain or water. - The base produces odors, smoke, or unusual noises.
Table of Contents A Look at the Operation Panel 1. Setting Up Selecting a Location for the Base......6 Connecting the AC Adapter and Telephone Line Cord .
A Look at the Operation Panel FUNCTION SELECT /FLASH LINE ENTER REVIEW SEARCH TALK DOWN PQRS WXYZ SHIFT PAUSE ERASE REDIAL DIRECT HOLD DIAL Antenna Display This displays messages and prompts to help you use the cordless handset. UP and DOWN arrow keys Receiver volume: When talking on the cordless handset, press these keys to adjust the receiver volume.
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REVIEW (left arrow) key Press the REVIEW key and then the UP or DOWN key to scroll through your most recently received calls (only available if you have Caller ID). This key can also be used to move the cursor left when entering or editing an auto-dial number or name.
1. Setting Up Selecting a Location for the Base To maximize the talking range of the cordless handset, we recommend installing the base in a high and central location away from obstructions such as walls. High and central location with no obstructions Keep the base away from other electrical appliances...
Connecting the AC Adapter and Telephone Line Cord Raising the base antenna Raise the base antenna to ensure clear communication with the cordless handset. Connecting the AC Adapter and Telephone Line Cord Connect the AC adapter to the AC Adapter socket on the base, and then plug it into a 120-V, 60-Hz outlet.
Installing and Charging the Battery Installing and Charging the Battery ) þ Connect the battery connector Connect the battery connector ( , and then place the battery pack in the cordless handset ( • Place the wires as shown. Black Black Place the battery cover on the cordless...
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Installing and Charging the Battery When the battery needs charging, LOW BATTERY will appear in the display and you will hear beeps during a phone conversation. Place the cordless handset in the base and let it charge. Note: If the battery is extremely low, nothing may appear in the display during the first several minutes that the cordless handset is in the base.
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Installing and Charging the Battery Connecting a headset You can connect a headset (purchased separately) to the headset jack. Remove the cap and insert the connector as shown. Setting the dial mode for the analog phone line The cordless handset is set to use tone dialing when you make a call on the analog phone line.
Volume Adjustment Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume of the receiver and ringer using the up and down arrow keys. Receiver volume Display: When talking on the cordless handset, RECEIVER: HIGH press until the display shows the desired volume level. RECEIVER: MIDDLE RECEIVER: LOW...
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Volume Adjustment Ringer Display: When the cordless handset is not RINGER: HIGH being used for a phone call, press until the display shows the desired ringer volume level. • RINGER: MIDDLE The ringer will ring once at the selected level. RINGER: LOW RINGER: OFF OK ? OK: PRESS ENTER...
2. Using the Cordless Handset Selecting the Line L1 (Line 1) is for calls To change the line selection, over the analog line, and SELECT LINE L2 (Line 2) is for calls press before dialing. over the digital line. The current line >...
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Making a Phone Call TALK Example: L2 is selected Pick up the cordless handset. Check for a digital call the display to make sure the desired SELECT LINE > L2 line is selected. (Press to change the selection.) TALK Press TALK When you hear the dial tone, dial the number.
Receiving a Phone Call Pre-set Dialing You can also dial by entering the phone number first and then pressing TALK Check the number in the display before pressing . If there is a mistake, TALK ERASE press to clear the mistake and then enter the correct digits. HOLD Note: If a pause is needed between any of the digits to access an outside line or a special service, press...
Using the DIRECT DIAL Key Using the DIRECT DIAL Key You can store a phone number in the DIRECT DIAL key. This allows you to dial the number by simply pressing the DIRECT DIAL key. ♦ Only one phone number can be stored in the DIRECT DIAL key. Storing a phone number in the DIRECT DIAL key Display: FUNCTION...
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Enter a name by pressing number keys for each letter as shown in the chart below. Up to 15 characters can be entered. (If you do not wish to enter a name, go directly to Step 7.) Example: SHARP = 7777 44 2 777 SPACE = WXYZ...
Using the Phone Book Dialing with the DIRECT DIAL key SHIFT Pick up the cordless handset and press DIRECT DIAL • The display shows the name and number stored in the DIRECT DIAL key. Press TALK • Dialing begins automatically. SHIFT Note: You can also dial by pressing first and then...
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Enter a name by pressing number keys for each letter as shown in the chart below. Up to 15 characters can be entered. (If you do not wish to enter a name, go directly to Step 6.) Example: SHARP = 7777 44 2 777 SPACE = WXYZ...
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Using the Phone Book Press SEARCH DIAL ENTER UP/DOWN: SEARCH >: TEL # ENTRY Return to Step 2 to store another number, or press to exit. Dialing a number in the phone book Press once. SEARCH DIAL SEARCH UP/DOWN: SEARCH >: TEL # ENTRY Press until the number you wish to dial appears in the...
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Using the Phone Book Press the number keys to enter the new number. ERASE • To clear a mistake, press . If a pause is required between any of the HOLD digits to access a special service or an outside line, press PAUSE REDIAL •...
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Using the Phone Book ERASE ERASE? Press HOLD The selected number 000-0000 and name appear here XXXXX SEARCH DIAL Press ENTER UP/DOWN: SEARCH >: TEL # ENTRY Press to exit. Deleting all numbers from the phone book If needed, you can delete all numbers from the phone book. Display: FUNCTION /FLASH...
Redial Redial You can automatically redial the last number dialed on the cordless handset. Press REDIAL • Check the display to make sure the number that appears is the number you wish to dial. (If the wrong number appears, press to clear it.) Press .
Locating the Cordless Handset Locating the Cordless Handset If you misplace the cordless handset, press the PAGE key on the base. The cordless handset will make a ringing sound to help you to locate it.
3. Caller ID (Requires Subscription to Service) If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, you can have the cordless handset display the name and number of the caller when you receive a call. Important: ♦ To use this function, you must subscribe to a caller ID service. You must subscribe separately for both the analog line and the digital line.
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Caller ID Press ENTER How Caller ID operates When you receive a call, the name of the caller will appear by the line (L1 or L2) in the cordless handset display, beginning just before the second ring. The information will continue to be displayed until the line is disconnected. To display the number in addition to the name, press ENTER Note: Some caller ID services may not provide the name of the caller.
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Caller ID Viewing your received calls If you subscribe to a Caller ID service, the cordless handset will keep information on the most recent 30 calls you have received. You can view this information, which consists of the date and time the call was received and the name and number of the caller, in the cordless handset’s display.
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Caller ID Erasing all of your received calls Follow these steps to erase all of your received calls. Display: Press REVIEW REVIEW DIAL UP/DOWN: REVIEW HOLD: ALL ERASE REVIEW DIAL ERASE ERASE ALL? Press HOLD PRESS ENTER KEY Press ENTER •...
If LOW BATTERY continues to appear in the cordless handset display after the battery has been charged for 10 hours, replace it with the following battery: Replacement battery: Use only a Sharp UX-BA01 battery (3.6 V Ni-MH battery, capacity: 850 mAh) Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
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Replacing the Cordless Handset Battery Place the battery cover on the cordless handset, making sure it snaps firmly into place. Place the cordless handset in the charger with the dial pad facing forward. • Let the new battery charge for at least hours.
Problems and Solutions Problems and Solutions If you have any problems with your cordless handset, first refer to the following troubleshooting guide. If you cannot solve the problem, call Sharp's Customer Assistance Center at 1-877-794-8675. Problem Solution The cordless handset •...
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Problems and Solutions You hear noise or • Make sure the base antenna is fully upright (see interference during a call. page 8). • Other electrical appliances may cause interference. Move away from any electrical appliances. • Move closer to the base. Note that large metal objects, metal structures, and thick walls between the base and cordless handset will reduce the talking range.
Display Messages Display Messages Note: If you have turned on the Caller ID function, see page 26 for display messages related to Caller ID.) CHARGING The cordless handset is in the base and the battery is charging. HOLD A call has been placed on hold by pressing the HOLD key.