After a power failure, during which my AT&T 18118 Digital answering system speakerphone worked perfectly I now do not receive any messages. The generic message picks up after 2 rings, but does not record. MY message is still in the system, but does not come on. If I check the setup button F5 displays. Don't know what it means or how to fix it. I have changed the batteries and it does not help.

You will need to go to the AT&T product support website and if the manual exists online it will be there in pdf form.

you may contact the service provider....

AT&T Corded SpeakerphoneThe AT&T 1856 Corded Speakerphone with Digital Answering System offers the home-user peace of mind thanks to its power failure operation that doesn't require batteries. The Speakerphone features three one-touch memory buttons and a 9-number speed dial. The phone is caller ID and call waiting capable with a 50 name/number caller ID history, and features a visual message waiting and new call indicator. A large, LCD display with adjustable contrast controls allows for easy.

You can download the manual at
http://www.home-electronics.net/USER-GUIDES/29871_DOM_ES_AN_IB.pdf

Recording your greeting message You can record your own greeting message (2 minutes max.). 1 {GREETING REC} 2 Within 10 seconds, press {GREETING REC} again. 3 After the base unit beeps, speak clearly about 20 cm away from the MIC. 4 Press {?} (STOP) to stop recording.
Playing back the greeting message Press {GREETING CHECK}.
You can also operate the answering system by pressing dial keys on the handset
Key Operation {^} or {V} Adjust the receiver/speaker volume {1} or {<} Repeat message (during playback)*1 {2} or {>} Skip message (during playback) {4} Play new messages {5} Play all messages {8} Turn answering system on {9} Stop playback*2

Unless your model specifically says it's a speakerphone, you can't do that. The base mic and speaker are only there for recording your outgoing message and listening to your messages. If it is a speakerphone, there should be a button on the base to activate it.

You can find manuals and other information about your model at Vtech's site.

Looking for a new answerling machine. The problem is evidently internal, in the electronics.

Power Failure Recovery

If the system is disconnected from the AC power it will not operate. Your announcemen and messages are retained in memory during a power failure but you will need to reset the clock. See the instructions on the bottom of the unit. If the message window displays CL, you need to reset the clock. See the instruction on the bottom of the unit.

Heres The Answer, Use The Data Cable the Dash Came With And Hook It Up 2 The PC. That Should Fix this Issue Instantly

TAD2012 Quick Reference Guide


To Install
1. Open the battery door with a ballpoint pen. Install one 9-volt alkaline battery (not included)
and replace cover.
2. Plug the telephone line cord (connected to the back of the TAD2012) into the modular wall
jack.
3. Plug AC adapter into standard 120-volt outlet. Plug your phone directly into an outlet, not into
an extension cord.

Answering System Operation

Recording Your Personal Greeting
1. Press and hold down the GREETING control.
2. After the beep, speak towards the front of the base; you have 30 seconds.
3. When finished, release button. Your unit will play back your greeting and
reset to answer incoming calls.
4. Adjust volume control on the side of the unit to set the speaker to the desired level.

Select the Number of Rings
Choose 2,4 or TS (Toll Saver), which programs the number of rings that you want before your unit answers.

To Play Back Your Messages
1. When the message indicator flashes, you have received messages.
2. To hear your messages, press and release the PLAY control. Your unit will automatically
reset after messages are played.

To Save Your Messages
After the last message and 2 beep tones, press the STOP/SAVE control.

IN CASE OF POWER FAILURE OR IF ANSWERING SYSTEM IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY

If a power failure occurs or the plug comes out of the wall, your unit will shut down until the power is restored. One 9-volt battery must be installed to retain your personal greeting message and incoming messages during the power failure. Occasionally outside factors, such as power surges, may adversely affect the unit. If the unit is not operating properly or if the light continues to flash once power is restored, try these steps:
1. Unplug the AC adapter from the power outlet.
2. Remove the 9-volt battery. Replace with a fresh 9-volt battery.
3. Plug AC adapter back into power outlet.
4. When your unit is initially plugged in, it will check its memory for approximately 3 seconds.
Three deep tones will be heard if you attempt to record a greeting message before this
period.
5. Record a new greeting message.

Indicator Status: Message indicator is consistently flashing slowly.
Reason: No greeting message has been recorded.
Action: Record your greeting.

Indicator Status: Message indicator flashes rapidly.
Reason: A 9-volt alkaline battery (not included) has not been installed or needs to be replaced.
Action: Install a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery. (Battery provides power failure backup. Unit is functional without it).

Indicator Status: Message indicator flashes to indicate number of messages received,
and then repeats.
Reason: Messages have been received.
Action: Press PLAY control to hear your messages.

Indicator Status: Message indicator is lit solid.
Reason: System is in Answer Mode.
Action: No action required. Unit is ready to receive calls.


Conairphone™ Consumer Hotline

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