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CL1100

Ampli

Telephone

Installation Guide

& User Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the CL1100 Phone from
ClearSounds Communications™. Please read this User Manual
carefully in order to get the very best results from your telephone.
Keep the manual near the telephone for easy reference.

Please visit our web site at www.clearsounds.com to:
Register your product
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Conditions for Use

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand the Installation Guide & User Manual. When using your telephone
equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of

re,

electric shock and injury to person, including the following.

WARNING:

The CL1100 Phone is capable of amplifying sounds to a loud volume. It

is important to instruct all potential users of its proper operation. It is advised to adjust
the volume control to its minimum level (Low) when not in use and alert other users that
hearing damage can potentially result from misuse.

WARNING:

To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, do not use this product near water

(For example, near a bathtub, wash basin, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement
or near a swimming pool) while in the bathtub or shower or when you are wet. If the phone
becomes submerged in water, do not attempt to retrieve it until after you have unplugged
the line cord from the modular wall jack. Do not plug the phone back in until it has dried
completely.

WARNING:

Avoid using the telephone during electrical storms. There may be a remote

risk of electric shock from lightning. If the electrical storm is present in your immediate
area, possibility of electrical shock exists.

WARNING:

Do not use the phone if you suspect a gas leak in the area. The phone’s

electrical contacts could create a spark, which could ignite any heavy concentration of
leaking gas.

WARNING:

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners on the telephone. Use a damp

cloth for cleaning.

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Table Of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction

Page

Condition

For

Use Page

Table

Contents

Page

Features & Functions

Pages 4 - 5

Installation

Steps

Pages

Components (Parts check list)

Page 6

Installing the optional batteries

Page 6

Setting the dialing mode

Page 7

Phone mounting – desk & wall use

Pages 7 - 8

Programming memory dial buttons

Page 8

Programming ringer – volume & style

Page 9

CL1100 Phone Operation

Pages 10 - 13

Making & receiving a call

Pages 10 - 11

Using the ampli

cation function

Page 11

Volume, tone & ampli

cation

Volume reset override

Page 11

Outgoing speech volume

Page 12

Dialing stored numbers

Page 12

Last

number

redial

Page

Flash

button Page

Mute

button

Page

Troubleshooting

Guide

Page

Maintenance and Care

Page 15

Speci

cations

Page

FCC Regulatory Compliance

Pages 16 - 17

Warranty

and

Service

Page

4. Tone Control

10. Redial Button

7. Program (save)

Button

9. Mute Button

2. Visual Ring Indicator

1. M1 – M12 One-Touch

Memory Dial Buttons

5. Volume Control

6. Amplify Button

(ON/OFF)

8. Flash Button

3. Erasable

Phonebook Card

Features & Functions

1. M1– M12 One-Touch Memory

Dial Buttons

2. Visual Ring Indicator
3. Phonebook Insert Card
4. Tone

Control

5. Volume

Control

6. Amplify Button (ON/OFF)
7. Program (save) Button
8. Flash

Button

9. Mute

Button

10. Redial Button

Figure #2

Installation Steps

Installation of your ClearSounds™ CL1100 Phone is easy. There are some basic steps
you need to take when you set-up your CL1100 for the

rst time.

Check Parts list.

• Install (4) AAA Alkaline batteries (not included). Batteries are required if you wish to
increase the ringer level an additional 10 dB.
• Set the dialing mode.
• Choose desktop or wall mount.
• Program your memory dial buttons.
• Set ringer.
• Set your volume and tone.

PARTS CHECK LIST

Check to make sure your package includes the items described below. You should have
a TELEPHONE BASE, TELEPHONE HANDSET, 6ft LONG TELEPHONE LINE CORD,
8 inch SHORT TELPHONE LINE CORD, HANDSET CURLY CORD, WALL PLATE
ADAPTER, AND OWNERS MANUAL

INSTALLING THE OPTIONAL BATTERIES

(required if you wish to increase the ringer level up to 85 dB)

1. Open the battery compartment door located on the bottom of your phone by pulling

back the latch.

2. Insert correctly (4) AAA alkaline batteries

(not included) in the battery compartment

(See diagram #1)

. Be sure to observe battery

polarity as imprinted on the base of the
compartment.

3. Snap the battery compartment door back in

place.

4. The batteries will last approximately 1 year

before needing replacement.

Note

: The telephone ringer will operate with

or without batteries.

Note

: When replacing batteries, you will

need to remove the Wall Plate adapter if
in use. Slide the phone upward to remove
& disconnect the phone from your existing
wall jack. Slowly slide the Wall Plate adapter
down until it unsnaps from the phone.

Follow the directions above.

DIAGRAM #1- Installing the batteries

SETTING THE DIALING MODE

Set the dial mode switch located on back of the phone to “T” if you have Touch Tone
service or “P” for Pulse dialing if you have rotary dialing service. The default is set to “T”
dialing switch mode. Please check with your local telephone company if uncertain of the
type of service.

(See diagram #2)

INTERNATIONAL PULSE SPEED SWITCH

Set the International speed switch located on back of the phone to “300 mS”. The
default is set to 300mS

(See diagram #3)

. The 100 mS is used in the UK.

PHONE MOUNTING INSTALLATIONS

Make sure you have a modular wall jack near the place you have chosen to install the
telephone. If you have an older phone jack, you will need to buy a modular jack adapter.

Desk / Table Use

1. Connect one end of the 6ft telephone cord to the line jack on the back of your

CL1100 Phone and connect the other end to a modular phone jack (RJ11C).

2. Connect the handset coil cord (curly cord) to the handset and to the telephone.
3. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. If you hear a dial tone, you phone is ready

to use. If there is no dial tone, check all your cords to make sure they are plugged in
securely.

DIAGRAM #2 – Dialing mode switch

DIAGRAM #3 – International speed switch

Wall Mount Use

1. Slide the handset hanger tab out and reverse its position (rotate it 180 degrees).

Slide it back into place so that the hook points up

(See diagram #4).

This will keep the

handset from falling out of the cradle when it is mounted on the wall.

2. Insert the Wall Plate adapter

(See diagram #5)

. It snaps into place. The cords phone

line should run underneath the wall-mounting bracket.

3. With the Wall Plate adapter installed, plug the 8in short phone cord into the telephone

jack on the CL1100 and then into the jack on the wall.

4. Holding the phone slightly above the mounting screws on the wall jack, push the

phone against the mounting screws so they are hooked into upper and lower key-
hole slots on the back of the phone. Slowly slide the phone down until it snaps into
place

(See diagram #6)

5. Connect the handset coil cord (curly cord) to the handset and to the telephone.
6. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone. If you hear a dial tone, your phone is ready

to use. If there is no dial tone, check all your cords to make sure they are plugged in
securely.

PROGRAMMING MEMORY DIAL BUTTONS

Your CL1100 Phone holds 12 programmed Memory Dial Buttons.

To program your one-touch memory dial buttons please follow instructions below:

1. Lift the handset.
2. Press the PROG button

(See diagram #7).

3. Press one of the 12 Memory Dial buttons (M1 - M12) located on top of the phone

(See diagram #8)

. Each button can be programmed (or reprogrammed using the

same procedure) for a phone number up to 21 digits long.

4. Using the keypad, dial the number you would like to save, including 1 and the area

code (if applicable).

(See diagram #9).

5. Press the PROG button again

(See diagram #7).

6. To register your stored phone numbers, use the erasable phonebook card located

on the top of your phone.

IMPORTANT

: The phonebook card is non-removable.

Simply use a clean pencil eraser to make changes.

DIAGRAM #4 – Reversing the hook

DIAGRAM #5 –Wall plate installation

DIAGRAM #6 – Wall installation

Note

: Numbers will be lost after a few hours if you disconnect your phone. Entering a new

number in the same location will automatically erase the previous number.

Note

: You may store in multiple pauses during programming by pressing the “

REDAIL

”

button. Each pause is 2 seconds when inserted within the

rst digits and when inserted

after the 5 digits. WHen the number is dilled, the phone will halt at the inserted pause(s)
until you press “

REDIAL

” button to continue.

PROGRAMMING THE RINGER

Ringer Volume:

You can adjust the ringer volume of your CL1100 as high as 75 dB. The ringer volume
adjustment is located on the backside of the telephone. The settings are HI, LO, OFF

(See

diagram 10)

. Batteries are required if you wish to increase the ringer level an additional 10

dB of gain, see page #6.

: Off

: Lo

: Hi

Ringer Style:

Your CL1100 Phone’s default setting for the ringer is set at 6. If you don’t like the ringer
style, you can choose a new one by changing the settings as follows:

DIAGRAM #7- Program button

DIAGRAM #8 – Memory buttons

DIAGRAM #9 – Telephone keypad

DIAGRAM #10 – Ringer volume switch

1. Lift the handset
2. Press PROG button

(see diagram #7)

3. Press the “#” button
4. Press any of the dial keys 1 - 9

(see diagram #8)

5. The new ringer setting will be activated with the next incoming call.

Your CL1100 is also equipped with a visual ringer, which

ashes when the phone rings.

NOTE:

You may temporarily turn OFF the audible ringer by selecting the “0” key in the

instructions above. An incoming call will now be indicated only by the red

ashing indicator

light located on the top of the phone. The audible ringer will be automatically reset to the
previous setting (1 to 9) when the handset is lifted from the base unit.

If at any time you have questions about your telephone please contact our ClearSounds™
Customer Service Department at:

1-800-965-9043

CL1100 Phone Operation

MAKING AND RECEIVING A CALL

Making A Call

1. To make a call, lift the handset, listen for a dial tone and adjust your Volume & Tone

Settings.

(See pages 10 - 11 for details on the ampli

cation functions)

2. To dial a number you can:

a. Dial a number from the keypad
-OR-
b. Press one of the memory dial buttons

(See pages 8 - 9 for instructions on program-

ming Memory Dial Buttons)

3. On completion of the call, carefully replace the handset in the cradle.

Receiving/Answering A Call

When an incoming call is received the phone will ring and the (red) Visual Ring Indicator
will

ash.

1. While the phone is ringing, simply lift the handset and speak.
2. Adjust your Volume and Tone Settings if needed

(See pages 10 - 11 for assistance)

3. On completion of the call, carefully replace the handset in the cradle.

CHART # 1

Low

Mid

High

Melody 1

Melody 2

by default

Melody 3

USING THE AMPLIFICATION FUNCTION

Your CL1100 Phone is equipped with a specialized ampli

cation function designed to

your needs. You can adjust the volume and tone (sound frequency range) of the incom-
ing voice by simply adjusting the controls located on the right side of the phone

(See

diagram #11)

and using the

AMPLIFY

button

(See diagram #12)

. When the

AMPLIFY

button

is pressed, you will see the red light on the

AMPLIFY

button light up. Adjust the

VOLUME

and

TONE

t the levels to your own hearing requirements.

The CL1100 Phone has an

AMPLIFY

button that controls the loudness & tone of the

receiver. Press the

AMPLIFY

button to turn the extra ampli

cation

OFF

. With the

AMPLIFY

feature

OFF

, the phone volume control provides up to 15 dB of gain. Once the

AMPLIFY

button is pressed, an extra level of ampli

cation is added providing 15 to 30 dB

of gain and tone control. Adjust the volume by moving the slide control. Slide the Volume
control

to lower the level and slide the Volume control

DOWN

to increase the level.

In addition to ampli

cation, your CL1100 Phone offers the ability to adjust the

Sound

Frequency Range

you are amplifying.

Sound Frequency Range

is also called Tone

control. This allows you to adjust the sound to

t your speci

c hearing needs. Slide the

Tone control

, to boost the lower frequency range and slide the Tone control

DOWN

boost the high frequency range. This allows individuals with both high frequency and low
frequency hearing loss to use the CL1100 Phone. Please note: the Tone Control will only
operate once the

AMPLIFY

button is turned

Diagram #11– Volume & Tone controls

Diagram #12 – Amplify button

TONE

Bass

+10dB max

Treble
+10dB max

Normal

VO LUME

0dB

+30db max

30dB

AMPLIFY

15dB

AMPLIFY

OFF

15dB

Chart #2 – ClearSounds Ampli

cation & Tone Control Chart

Volume Reset Override

In standard mode, the phone will reset to normal sound levels when you hang up. This
allows people who do not require the level of ampli

cation offered on the phone to use it.

If you would like to override the reset, simply turn the

AUTO AMPLIFY

switch on the back

of the phone to “

”

(See diagram #13).

IMPORTANT:

When the

AUTO AMPLIFY

switch is in the “

” position, you do not need

to press the

AMPLIFY

button. Your ampli

cation setting will remain as set.

Using Your CL1100 Phone with Hearing Aids

Your CL1100 Phone can be used with hearing aids equipped with a telecoil (T-coil). Adjust
your hearing aid “T-switch” to the “T” position. Make sure to hold the handset close to your
hearing aid.

Outgoing Speech Volume

You can adjust the sending volume (outgoing volume up to 12 dB) by using the Speech
Volume Control located on the back of the CL1100 phone. If your voice is faint or weak,
adjust the volume to “HI”. You can also decrease the volume as well. There are three
levels available “LO, NORMAL & HI”

(See diagram #14).

Dialing Stored Numbers

1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone.
2. Press the appropriate location button M1 – M12

and the number stored in this location will be dialed
automatically

(See diagram #15

DIAGRAM #13 - Volume override switch

DIAGRAM #14 – Outgoing speech volume switch

DIAGRAM #15 – Memory Dial button

Last Number Redial

The redial button is used to quickly redial the last number you dialed.
1. Lift the handset and listen for the dial tone.
2. Press the “

REDIAL

” button

(See diagram #16).

The phone will redial up to 31 digits

automatically.

Flash Button

The FLASH button is used to disconnect a call and re-establish dial tone or to switch over
to another caller if you use custom calling services such as Call Waiting or Three Way
Calling. Please contact your local telephone company for information on these services.

1. During a call press the “

FLASH

”

(See diagram #17 button to access the

ash feature)

Note

: If you do not have any special telephone service , such as Call Waiting.

Pressing the

“FLASH”

button during a call may disconnect your current

conversation.

Mute Button

The MUTE button allows the user to conduct a private conversation that you do not want
the person on the other end to hear.

1. Press and hold the

“MUTE”

button

(See diagram #18)

. You will still be able to hear

the caller but they cannot hear you during the mute operation.

2. To resume normal conversation, release the

“MUTE”

button.

DIAGRAM #16 – Redial button

DIAGRAM #17 – Flash button

DIAGRAM #18 – Mute button

Troubleshooting Guide

No dial tone

1. Check that all phone cord connections (including the curly cord) are securely plugged

into the telephone & wall jack.

2. Check that the phone is in the correct dialing mode, Tone (touch) or pulse (rotary).
3. Plug another phone into the wall jack to make sure your phone service is functioning

properly.

Call will not dial or dials very slowly

1. Check that the phone is in the correct dialing mode: Touch-Tone / Pulse Setting

(See

diagrams #2+#3)

No audible ringer

1. Make sure the ringer is not set to “OFF” position

(See diagram #10).

2. Check the volume level of the ringer.
3. Lift handset to reset the ring tone temporary “OFF” feature

(see page #10).

4. You may have too many extensions on your line. Try unplugging a few devices.

No ampli

cation

1. Check to see if the AMPLIFY Button is “ON”

(See diagram #12)

. The red light should

be lit.

Noise, Static, Interference while using the handset

1. A

lter may be required for homes with a DSL line or near Radio towers.

No numbers dialed when memory button is pressed

1. No number stored in that memory button.
2. Make sure the phone number was programmed and saved in the memory

(See page

#13).

3. Make sure the programming is done in the correct dial mode (touch-tone or pulse

dialing).

4. If your phone has been disconnected for a few hours the numbers stored will be

lost.

Maintenance and Care

The CL1100 phone has been designed to give you years of dependable service. To ensure
the utmost in performance, follow these guidelines in caring for your phone:

1. Avoid dropping or knocking the unit.
2. Dust the unit regularly. Unplug your phone and wipe with a soft slightly damp cloth to

remove any dirt from it. To avoid damage, NEVER use an abrasive or strong solvent
to clean any part of the phone.

3.   Keep the phone out of direct sunlight.
4.   Avoid placing the phone in extremely humid conditions.
5.   Avoid electric shock by keeping the phone away from water (i.e. bathroom, kitchen

sink, etc.)

Speci

cations

Maximum Gain:

30 dB in Wide band (300 to 3400Hz)
+/- 10 extra dB max Low Frequency (Bass 300 Hz)
+/- 10 extra dB High Frequency (Treble 3400Hz)

Dimensions:

Size: 8.5” X 6.5” X 2”
Weight: 1.50 lbs with batteries

Power Requirements:

Batteries: (4) AAA Alkaline batteries (not included)

FCC Registration Notice

THE INFORMATION INFORMING THE USER OF HIS/HER AND THE TELEPHONE
COMPANY’S RIGHT AND OBLIGATION IS OUTLINED BELOW.

a) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements

adopted by the ACTA. ON the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains,
among other information, a product identi

er in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX.

If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company.

b) All applicable certi

cation jacks Universal Service Order Codes (USOC) for the

equipment is provided (i.e. RJ11C) in the package with each piece of approved
terminal equipment.

c) A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and

telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and

requirement adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug
is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible

modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.

d) The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to the

telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of RENs
should not exceed

ve (5.00). To be certain of the number of devices that may be

connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone
company. [For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this product is
part of the product identi

er that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits

represented by 17 are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3).
For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.]

e) If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will

notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But
if advance notice isn’t practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as
soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your rights to

le a complaint with the

FCC if you believe it is necessary.

f) The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation

or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary
modi

cations to maintain uninterrupted service.

g) Should you experience trouble with the equipment, please contact: ClearSounds

Communications Attn: Repair Center, 8160 S Madison St, Burr Ridge, IL 60527,
800-965-9043 V/TTY, 888-654-9219 FAX, e-mail: repairs@clearsounds.com for
repair or warranty information. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment
until the problem is resolved.

h) Please follow instructions for repairing if any (e.g. battery replacement section);

otherwise do not alter or repair any part of device except as speci

ed.

i) Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public

utility commission, public service commission or corporation for information.

NOTICE:

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the

telephone line, ensure the installation of the CL1100 does not disable your alarm
equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult
your telephone company or a quali

ed installer.

k) This equipment is hearing aid compatible.

WARNING: Changes or modi

cations to this unit not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These Limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip-
ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio com-
munications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.

This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical speci

cations.

The Ringer Equivalence Number is an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed
to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any
combination of devices subject only to the requirements that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence
Number of all the devices does not exceed

ve.

Should you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact:

The Canadian Service

Center

is Hall Telecommunications, 5477 R.R. #5, Hwy #6 North Guelph, Ontario, Canada

N1H 6J2. Tel no: 519-822-5420 Fax No: 519-822-5462 Contact person: Mr. Don Beam.

The

US Service Center

is ClearSounds Communications 8160 S Madison St - Burr Ridge, IL

60527 USA Tel No: 800-965-9043 V or 800-814-5359 TTY Fax No: 888-654-9219 e-mail:
info@clearsounds.com Contact Name: Customer Service for repair or warranty information. If
the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request
that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

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