Telephone 5

User manual
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Do not use this product near water, for example near a
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet
basement or near a swimming pool.
2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an
electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of
the leak.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This is your guarantee of an authentic JACOB JENSEN
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Telephone.
The individual number below matches the one on your telephone.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new JACOB JENSEN
TM

Telephone.
The telephone is designed in Denmark by Jacob Jensen, whose
products have gained international recognition for their original,
simple and classic design. Jacob Jensen has received around 100
prizes from around the world and has 19 products included in The
Design Study Collection and The Design Collection of The Museum of
Modern Art in New York.
The JACOB JENSEN
TM
Telephone 5 is suitable for connection to the
public network and works with most PABX switching systems (please
consult your switching system provider for details). The telephone
can either stand or be mounted on the wall and is equipped with
a caller ID function for storing up to 80 numbers. The telephone
is further equipped with a mute function in the handset, on hook
dialling, HI/LOW volume adjustment for the ringing tone, the
handset receiver and for on hook dialling.
Installation
Table stand
The telephone is supplied with a table stand which you attach as the
following (see description on page 6):
1. Slide the canals of the table stand into the tracks of the base.
The table stand is mounted when you hear a click.
2. Fit the modular contact of the coiled cord into the plug of the
telephone and handset.
3. There are two telephone line cords enclosed.
Connect the wide line cord to the base and to the battery
compartment (OUT). Connect the narrow line cord to the battery
compartment (IN) and to the telephone wall outlet.
Wall mounting
The telephone can be mounted on the wall as follows:
1. Disconnect the coiled cord and the wide line cord from the base.
2. Push the button inside the square hole next to the modular jack
using a pen or a finger, and pull the bracket away from the base at
the same time.
3. Place the telephone on the screws already mounted on the wall
(use the template on page 5).
4. Reconnect the coiled cord and the telephone line cord to the base.
Fixing and replacing batteries
The Telephone 5 requires four pcs. AA batteries (included).
To replace the batteries please as follows:
1. Disconnect the wide and the narrow line cord from the battery
compartment.
2. Open the battery compartment.
3. Install four fresh batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+/-).
4. Close the battery compartment and reconnect the wide and the
narrow line cord.
Note: When replacing the batteries the date and time must be set
again. Please see the description below.
Setting date/time / LCD contrast/ LDS/ area code/ Flash time
Leave the handset on hook when setting date and time.
1. Press . The month segment starts to flash.
2. Press

in order to set the month.
3. Confirm by pressing

. Now the date segment starts to flash.
4. Press

in order to set the date, confirm by pressing

and
the time segment flashes.
5. Continue this process for setting time and minutes.
6. When the correct date and time is set, confirm by pressing
again.
7. After setting date and time, you may select the LCD contrast level
by pressing

. When the desired LCD contrast is shown push

to confirm.
8. After setting the LCD contrast you may set the LDS
(Long Distance Code) and Area Code. The cursor will flash from
first digit. Press

to adjust and

to move to next digit.
NOTE: It is highly recommended that users from larger countries
with many states or provinces like USA, China etc., carefully read
this section for efficient use of the phone.
When the setting of Long Distance Code and Area Code
match with those of the incoming call, these codes will not
be stored in the Caller ID memory and outgoing calls to these
numbers can be made directly from the Caller ID memory without
dialling the Long Distance Code and the Area code.
9. After setting the LDS and Area Code, the LCD displays the standard
European flash time (F100 = 100 ms). If needed, you may change
the flash time (100 ms/120 ms/300 ms/ 600 ms) - consult your
network provider for details. Press

and to confirm. The
display now returns to standby mode.
How to make a telephone call
To lift off the handset, gently press on the upper part of the handset
with your index finger and the handset falls into your hand.
a. Lift off the handset and wait for the dialling tone.
b. Dial the telephone number.
c. Put down the handset when the conversation is over.
On hook dialling
It is possible to make on hook dialling till the call is answered:
a. Press

and wait for the tone signal.
b. Enter the telephone number.
c. Pick up the handset when the call is answered.
d. Put down the handset when the conversation is over.
Talking timer
When you make a telephone call the telephone displays the duration
of the call. The timer starts to count shortly after the call is begun.
When the handset is put down the timer automatically reverts to
standby mode.
Message waiting
When one or more messages are recorded the telephone displays
. The symbol is automatically deleted when the message is
tapped.
Note: The Message waiting function requires that your telephone
line is provided with Message/Answer from the network provider.
Caller ID
The telephone is equipped with a caller ID, which shows and stores
the number of in-coming calls. The number is displayed immediately
after the first ring.
The caller ID is able to store up to 80 numbers. When the memory
is full the oldest numbers are automatically replaced by the new
numbers.
Note: The caller ID function requires that your telephone line is
provided with caller ID function from the network provider.
To view caller ID memories
Use the

to scroll between the numbers in the caller ID
memory.
The telephone number with date and time for the call is displayed.
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Description of display symbols
- The number of new unanswered calls (2).
- Message waiting.
- Date and time.
- Total numbers in the caller ID memory.
- The number of the displayed call (3).
- Repeated call (called more than once).
- Private call (withheld number).
- International call.
- The number of the incoming call.
- The number cannot be displayed.
- Error in Caller ID signal.
Examples of display mode
Standby mode
Caller ID mode
Caller ID international call
Caller ID unable to display
Caller ID private call
To make a call from the caller ID memory
You are able to make a direct call when scrolling between the
numbers in the caller ID memory. Pick up the handset or press
followed by

and the displayed number is automatically dialled.
To delete callers number from the memory
Delete one number
Press shortly two times on

to delete one number when scrolling
between the numbers in the caller ID memory.
Delete all numbers
Press and hold

for 6 seconds till 00 is displayed. All numbers in
the caller ID memory are now deleted.
Private call
Some subscribers choose to suppress / withhold their caller line
identification either by having a secret number or by entering a
prefix number when making outgoing calls. In these situations the
telephone displays . For further information on display symbols
please see the description below.
Redial
If the number called is busy, or if you want to repeat the telephone
call, press

and the last number is dialled automatically. The
number will be stored until the next time a telephone call is made.
Notice: Numbers longer than 32 digits cannot be stored.
Mute function
When the MUTE button in the handset is pressed and held down
the microphone is disconnected. When the button is released, the
microphone is active again.
Ringing tone
The ringing tone can be adjusted to HI or LOW. Slide the switch
at the rear side of the base into the desired position
(see description on page 5).
Handset receiver volume
The handset receiver volume can be adjusted to HI or LOW. Slide
the switch at the rear side of the base into the desired position (see
description on page 5).
On hook speaker volume
The on hook speaker volume can be adjusted to HI or LOW.
Slide the switch at the rear side of the base into the desired position
(see description on page 5).
Tone/Pulse
The dialling mode can be selected to tone dialling or pulse dialling.
Slide the switch on the rear side of the base into the desired position
(see description on page 5).
R-key
The R-key is used for connecting a telephone call using a switchboard
(PABX) and for some special services offered by the telephone
company.
Cleaning
Clean the telephone by using a soft cloth. Do not use aggressive
chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong detergents.
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Description
1. Speaker on handset
2. Switch off and hanger for the handset
3. Hook for the handset
4. Microphone switch (handset MUTE)
5. Microphone
6. Electronic ringer (rear side of the base)
7. Plug for battery box (rear side of the base)
8. Display
9. 12 numerical keys (primary)
10. 8 functional keys (secondary)
11. HI/LOW handset receiver volume adjustment (rear side of the
base)
12. HI/LOW on hook speaker volume adjustment (rear side of the
base)
13. HI/LOW ringing tone adjustment (rear side of the base)
14. T/P selection (rear side of the base)
TEMPLATE FOR WALL MOUNTING
For wall mounting please use the screws enclosed.
Mount the screws according to the distance shown in fig. 2 below.
(6 mm drill for plugs).
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Volume adjustment
Rear side of the base
Handset receiver volume adjustment.
On hook speaker volume adjustment.
Ringing tone adjustment.
Tone / pulse dialling mode selection
Fig. 3
Features Description of the functional keys
- To scroll between the numbers in the CID memory and
for setting date, time and LCD.

- To delete one or all numbers in the CID memory.

- To confirm date, time and LCD contrast.
- To redial the last number called.
- To make a direct call from the caller ID memory.
- Flash for shift / transfer between two lines and for
some special services.
- For on hook dialling.
- Key for special services.
- Key for special services.
- Microphone switch (handset).
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Trouble shooting
Q1. My telephone does not work!
A1. Make sure the coiled cord and the line cords are connected
securely to the jacks.
A1. Make sure the batteries are fresh and inserted with correct
polarity.
A1. Push the hook switch once and wait for the dialling tone
again.
A1. If more than one telephone or internet are connected to the
same telephone line, make sure the other telephones are
put on hook.
A1. Try to connect another telephone to the telephone socket. If
the problem persists, it appears that there is a problem with
your telephone line system.
Please consult your network provider.
A1. Make sure the MUTE button is inactive in case the person
you are calling cannot hear you.
Q2. My phone does not ring!
A2. Make sure the line cords are connected securely to the jacks.
Q3. My telephone does not display the callers telephone
number.
A3. Make sure your phone line is provided with a caller ID
function from the network provider.
A3. The caller may have a secret number or suppressed the caller
ID number when making an out-going telephone call.
A3. If a call is made from abroad or the like, the callers number
cannot be displayed.
Specifications
Power source : 4 pcs. AA batteries
Battery life : app. 8 months
Dimensions (incl. table stand) : 200 x 135 x 85 mm
Weight (incl. table stand) : app. 830 g
- The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
- The manufacturer and its suppliers accept no liability whatsoever
for any damage, expense, loss of profits or any other damage
incurred as a result of using this product.
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Assembling the table stand and telephone cords
Slide the canals of the table stand
into the tracks of the base.
The table stand is mounted when
you hear a click.
Fit the modular contact of the
coiled cord into the plug of the
telephone.
Fit the modular contact of the
coiled cord into the plug of the
handset.
There are two telephone line cords
enclosed. Connect the wide line
cord to the base and to the battery
compartment (OUT).
Connect the narrow line cord to
the battery compartment (IN) and
to the telephone wall outlet.
Disconnect the coiled cord and the
wide line cord from the base.
Push the button inside the square
hole next to the modular jack
using a pen or a finger, and pull
the bracket away from the base at
the same time.
Disassembling the table stand
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Consumer information:
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 identifier in the format US:xxxxxxxxx. If requested, this
number must be provided to the telephone company.
An applicable certification jacks Universal Service Order Codes
(USOC) for the equipment is provided (i.e. RJ11C) in the packaging
with each piece of approved terminal equipment.
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 requirements 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.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be
connected to a 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 five
(5.0). To be certain 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 identifier that has the format US:
AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## 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.
If this equipment (Telephone, type TP0062ID) 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 isnt practical, the telephone company will
notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised
of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is
necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operations 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
modifications to maintain interrupted service.
Please follow instructions for repairing if any (e.g. battery
replacement section); otherwise do not alternate or repair any parts
of device except specified.
Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact
the state public utility commission, public service commission or
corporation commission for information.
This eqiupment is hearing aid compatible.
Notice: If your home has specially wired alarm eqiupment connected
to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this Telephone,
type TP0062ID does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have
questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your
telephone company or a qualified installer.
Should you experience trouble with this equipment, please contact
the distributor in your territory (see further on www.jacobjensen.
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 solved.

Notice: According to telephone company reports, AC electrical
surges, typically resulting from lightning strikes, are very destructive
to telephone equipment connected to AC power sources.
To minimize damage from these types of surges, a surge arrestor is
recommended.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
users 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 equipment
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 communications. However, there is
no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, 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.

Warranty:
In the unlikely event you should experience any problems with this
telephone, please contact the distributor & service center for advice
and a Return Authorization if needed. Any warrenty claim must be
supported by proof of purchase.
This product is covered by a 1 year warranty for technical defects,
parts and labor or replacement.
Distributor and Service center:
Improvee Corporation
5289 NE Elam Young Parkway Ste G200
Hillsboro, OR 97124
Email: sales@improvee.com
Toll-free: 888 880 8090
Product by: Bell Xpress A/S, Denmark www.bellxpress.dk
www.jacobjensen.com
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