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USER MANUAL TX160 PROFOON
INTRODUIRE DES DONNÉES:
The Profoon TX-160 is designed for use on the 'public switched telephone networks (analogue single-line)' of telephone-and cable-companies inside the EU.
Each country and/or provider might require a different telephoneplug.
The Profoon TX-160 complies with the essential requirements and provisions as described in the European Directive 1999/5/EC.
The function Caller-ID is based on the FSK system. It might be possible that you have to subscribe to this feature.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The declaration of conformity is available on the website WWW.PROFOON.NL
INTRODUCTION
The Profoon TX-160 is a telephone with built-in Caller-ID: the name (when sup
ported by the provider) and the number of the person who is calling to you, comes on the display of your telephone.
The Caller-ID is based on the FSK-format. This FSK-format is provided by the Belgium PTT and the cable-providers in Holland and Belgium.
The Caller-ID memory has a capacity of 95 calls, including the time and date of the call.
The Caller-ID is linked with the dialer of the telephone. Any incoming call can be called back.
The TX-160 has a memory of 20 frequently dialed numbers and is a speakerphone, which means that the conversation can be held with the handset on the cradle.
The power, needed for the telephone functions, is supplied by the telephone company. For the display and for the Caller-ID you need to connect the supplied power adaptor or you have to install 4x AAA batteries (not supplied).
INSTALLATION
POWER SUPPLY:
The Caller-ID of the TX-160 needs power to operate. Install 4x 1,5 Volt battery, size AAA or connect the supplied 9V DC power adaptor.
Power adaptor: use the supplied power adaptor or a power adaptor with the following specifications:
input: 230 Volt 50 Hz AC
output: 9 Volt DC, 200mA, -
Batteries: open the battery compartment and install 4 pcs 1.5V AAA batteries.
Mind the polarity. Batteries are not included.
Attention: always disconnect the telephone form the telephone outlet when batteries are to be installed or replaced.
WALL MOUNT:
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drill two holes in the wall with a distance of 8,5cm and insert two screws. Let the heads of the screws stick out a few millimeters of the wall
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install the wall-holder as is shown on the drawing
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remove the handsetholder, rotate it 180^ and replace it. This holder will hold the handset when wall mounted
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hang the unit on the wall and fixate the telephone wire by means of cable-clips
TELEPHONECORD & HANDSET-CORD:
- connect the supplied handsetcord between the handset and base



- Connect the telephonecord to the backside of the telephone; push the connectors till you hear a click.
- Plug the telephone plug into your telephone outlet.
Once the power adaptor is plugged into a 230V mains outlet or the batteries have been installed, the telephone is ready for use.
PROGRAMMING
LANGUAGE, TIME & DATE:
Press button SET to successively program the time, the date and the language. Use buttons and to set the figures and to switch between "DUTCH" and "ENGLISH".
Attention: you can also program your areacode. Because however this feature is not supported by the Telephone and
cableprovider, you have to pass this programming by pressing button SET 4 times.
CONTRAST:
Use the CONTRAST switch on the backside of the telephone to set the required contrast.
HOW TO USE
INCOMINGCALL:
Adjust the ringer volume with the ringer switch on the backside of the telephone. Lift the handset to start the conversation.
OUTGOING CALL:
Lift the handset. Wait for the dial tone and key-in the desired telephone number. This number also comes on the display.
Replace the handset when the conversation is over.
SPEAKERPHONE:
Press button to switch-on the speakerphone. The volume can be adjusted with volume-switches and
Press button again to switch-off the speakerphone.
MONITORING:
During the conversation with the handset, you may press button to switch ON the monitoring amplifier.
At the end of the conversation, you have to replace the handset and to press the speaker button to switch-OFF the telephone.
REDIAL:
In case the person you were calling was busy or you want to dial the last dialed number again, this number is stored in memory:
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pick up the handset or press and wait for the dialtone
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press button >>; the last dialed number will be redialed
This number can be as long as 32 digits.
PAUSE:
In case you are using a PABX system and you must dial a prefix number (0 or 9) to get an outside line, it is recommendable to insert a pause by pressing button >> after the cited prefix. This to prevent that redialing the number will go too fast.
CALL TRANSFER AND NETWORK SERVICES:
Use the R-button to activate special services from your telephone-company or to transfer a call in case you are connected through a PABX. The FLASH time of this feature is 100mS .
TELESERVICES:
The buttons * and # are functionbuttons, needed for divers telecom-services (teleshopping, telebanking, etc) or to control divers telecom devices (PABX, answering machines, etc). Refer to the concerning manual.
MUTE:
Press button to switch-off the microphone. Press this button again to resume with the conversation. In the MUTE-mode, the display shows the MUTE-symbol.
CALL TIMER:
Some seconds after you lift the handset, the call-timer starts to count. When replacing the handset on the cradle, the timer-readout disappears from the display.
VOICE MAIL / PHONE MAIL INDICATION:
In case your provider supports VM facilities and you receive a mail, than the display will indicate this. After you have listened to the mail, the provider will take care that this indication goes off.
If you have questions concerning the Voice Mail feature, please contact your telephone company.
MEMORY
The TX-160 has a memory capacity of 20 telephone numbers, each with a maximum of 16 digits (including pause). 10 memories are direct accessible and the other 10 memories are accessible after pressing key 11-20.
PROGRAMMING:
- leave the handset on the cradle
- press , the display shows "ENTER NUMBER"
- key in the telephone number
- press the required memory-button to store the number under M-1 to M-10 or press button 11-20 to store the number under one of the memory locations M11-M20
DIALING:
- lift the handset or switch to hands-free and wait for the dial tone
- press one of the buttons M1-M10 or press button 11-20 and one of the memory buttons to select the required memory
- the selected number will be dialed automatically
REMARKS:
- When dialing through a PABX, it is recommendable to insert a pause after the prefix-number.
- It is possible to store a new number over an old number. This old number will automatically be deleted.
CALLER-ID
FUNCTIONING:
Together with first ring, the Telephone Company sends the name (if supported by the provider) and the number of the person who is calling to you. This can also be the telephonenumber of a fax or of a mobile phone.
On receipt of this information, the display of the TX-160 shows this name/number combination and stores it into its memory.
Because this information is stored in memory, at any time you can see who called you and at what time and day.
The display indicates how many calls are in memory ("TOTAL") and how many calls are received after the last time you viewed the numbers ("NEW").
Please note that you must subscribe yourself for Caller-ID. Contact your provider.
MEMORY:
The memory can hold 95 incoming calls (numbers + names). When the memory is full, each new incoming call will overwrite the oldest call. Please make sure to regular read the memory and to delete it contents.
READ THE MEMORY:
Press or to start reading.
* Use buttons r Ao step through the memory.
- To the right of the number, the rotation number of that call is displayed.
- The upper part of the display shows the time and date of that call.
- A repeated call will be displayed as "REP" (REPEAT) in the display. The information concerning the first call will be lost, only the time and date of the last call will be memorized.
CALL BACK:
- lift the handset or press
- look for the number to be dialed, using buttons and
- press button , the selected number will be dialed
In case the TX-160 is connected through a PABX with prefix -0-, then lift the handset, dial the -0- and than look for the number and press
DELETE:
Look for the number to be deleted and press and hold button until the number disappears.
In case all numbers have to be deleted, press or until the display indicates "TOP OF LIST" or "END OF LIST". Now press and hold button u until the display reads: "DELETE ALL". Release the button and press it again to delete all messages.
TIPS & REMARKS
POWER SUPPLY:
When batteries have been replaced, the display shows 12:00. Set the time or wait for a new call.
After the battery replacing, the Caller-ID memory is empty. We recommend to first read the memories prior to change the batteries.
Do not just throw away empty batteries but hand them over to your local depot for chemical waste.

PABX:
In case your PABX is not capable to pass the Caller-ID signals, than the TX-160 must be connected directly to the CO-line.
MAINTENANCE
Do not locate the telephone in direct sunlight or in a moist environment.
Never use chemical cleansers to clean the cabinet, the cabinet may only be cleaned with a moist cloth.
Don't place the TX-160 on furniture with a cellulose based coating; the rubber feet will leave stains on the cellulose.
Under certain circumstances the sound of the TX-160 might be influenced by electromagnetic fields of electronic devices like TV, computer or radio transmitters close to the telephone. Relocate the telephone to gain better results in such cases.
WARRANTY CARD
The warranty card is printed on page 36
Postcode / code postal
Name / Name: Attach here your
Address / Adresse purchase ticket
You have a guarantee of 12 months after the date of purchase of this Telephone. We guarantee during this period the free repair of defects caused by material- and construction faults. This at the importers discretion. It is only possible to claim to the guarantee when you enclose your purchase ticket with the TX-160.
HOW TO ACT:
If you notice a defect, consult the manual first. If this manual gives you no definite answer, consult your dealer with a clear description of your complaint. He will collect the device together with this guarantee card and the dated purchase ticket and he will take care of a prompt repair, respectively free sending to the importer.
THE GUARANTEE EXPIRES:
When used inexpert, faulty connections, use of unoriginal parts or accessories, negligence and defects caused by fire, flood, stroke of lightning and natural disasters. With unqualified modifications or repairs by third persons. With incorrect transport without a suitable packing. If the device is not handed in with the correct filled in guarantee card and the purchase ticket.
NOT UNDER THIS GUARANTEE: cords and plugs.
All further responsibilities, in particular subsequent damages, are excluded.
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