Important safety instructions Warning • The Electrical network is classified as hazardous. The only way to power down the charger is to unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet. Ensure that the electrical outlet is always easily accessible. • Refer to safety information before using the product.
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Overview In call Standby Display icons Display icons Enter the option menu. Access the main menu. Earpiece It displays the connection between the handset The ringer is off. Access the redial list. Access the redial list. and the base. The more bars are shown, the B196 only: answering machine: it flashes when Adjust the volume.
Get started Insert batteries Charge your phone Configure your phone 1 When using your phone for the first time, you see a welcome message (country dependent). Charge 8 hours 2 Set the country and language if prompted. > 70% 10% - 40% 3 Set the date and time.
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Enjoy Phonebook Call log Register additional handsets Delete record 1 Press > [Delete]. > Add record Call from the call log You can register additional handsets to the base 2 Follow on-screen instructions. station. 1 Press 1 Press Telephone answering machine 1 Press 2 Select [Phonebook] >...
Technical data Battery • Philips: 2 x AAA NiMH 1.2 V Rechargeable 550 mAh batteries Use only the supplied batteries. Adapter Base and charger: Meic: Tenpao: MN-A102-E130 S003IV0600040 Input: 100-240 V~ 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz 200 mA 50/60 Hz 150 mA...
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Frequently asked questions No signal bar is displayed on the screen. My handset is in searching status, what do I do? The handset on the charger does not charge. The caller ID does not display. • The handset is out of range. Move it closer to the •...
Service and warranty With this product you receive a 24-month product guarantee from Philips. For more information on how to reach your closest local Philips consumer care center please refer to the information listed below or visit www.philips.com/support. France Service Consommateurs Philips BP 313, 92156 Suresnes Cedex ☎...
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To access the user instructions online, use the reference model number written on the product label at the bottom of the base station.