BT FREESTYLE 7150 User Manual

User Guide  
BT FREESTYLE 7150  
This User Guide provides you with all  
the information you need to get the  
most from your phone.  
Got everything?  
BT Freestyle 7150 handset  
with belt clip  
BT Freestyle 7150 base  
Mains power adaptor  
Telephone line cord  
You must first set up your phone before  
you can use it. This doesn’t take long  
and is easy to do. Just follow the simple  
instructions on the next few pages.  
2 x AAA rechargeable  
batteries (already fitted)  
If you have purchased  
a BT Freestyle 7150  
multiple pack you will also  
have the following for  
each additional handset:  
Need help?  
If you have any problems setting up or using your  
BT Freestyle 7150, contact the Helpline on 0870 240 3962  
or email [email protected].  
BT Freestyle 7150 charger  
Alternatively, you may find the answer in ‘Help’ at the back  
of this guide.  
2 x AAA NiMH  
rechargeable batteries  
(already fitted)  
Hearing aid user?  
Please note that the BT Freestyle 7150 works by sending radio  
signals between the base and handset. These signals may  
interfere with some hearing aids, causing a humming noise.  
Mains power adaptor for  
the charger  
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In this guide  
Getting started  
Using the Directory  
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Setting up the charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Add a new directory entry . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Dial from the directory . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
View an entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Edit an entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Delete entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Copying directory entries. . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Set groups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Rename and set melody for a group. . . 24  
Getting to know your phone  
Handset buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Navigating the menus and  
selecting options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Menu map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Caller Display and the Calls list  
Sample Calls list screen . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
View/dial a number from the Calls list . 27  
Save a Calls list number to the  
directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Delete an entry in the Calls list . . . . . . 27  
Delete the entire Calls list . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Using your phone  
Switch the handset on/off . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Make an external call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Preparatory dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Receiving calls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Handsfree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Earpiece and handsfree volume . . . . . . 16  
Secrecy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Find a handset (Paging) . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Keypad lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Call Waiting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
SMS text messaging  
To subscribe to the SMS text  
messaging service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Cost of the fixed line service . . . . . . . . 28  
Sending an SMS text message . . . . . . . 29  
SMS template messages . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Edit SMS templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Delete SMS templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
In this guide  
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Read, edit and send draft SMS  
Check and set answer delay . . . . . . . . . 45  
Audible message alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Play, repeat, delete and skip . . . . . . . . 47  
Delete all messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Record a memo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47  
Call screening using a handset. . . . . . . 48  
Call screening at the base . . . . . . . . . . 48  
Using the answering machine at  
the base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Switch on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49  
Adjust loudspeaker volume . . . . . . . . . 49  
Play, repeat, delete and skip . . . . . . . . 49  
Remote access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Set remote access code . . . . . . . . . . . . 50  
Switch answering machine on remotely. . 51  
Time saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Operate your answering machine  
text messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Read, edit and send messages from  
your outbox. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33  
Reading SMS texts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Delete an SMS text message . . . . . . . . 36  
Delete all SMS text messages in a box . 36  
Switch SMS text alert on/off. . . . . . . . . 37  
SMS Service Centre numbers . . . . . . . . 37  
Adding or changing a Send  
Service number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Adding or changing a Receive  
Service number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Selecting a Send Service number . . . . . 39  
Using your answering machine  
Day, date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Setting day, date and time using  
a handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Operating the answering machine  
from another phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
Base display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
from a handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Switch on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
Outgoing messages (OGMs) . . . . . . . . 42  
Record your own outgoing message. . . 42  
Play outgoing message . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Select answer mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Reinstate a pre-recorded OGM . . . . . . 44  
Handset settings  
Setting day, date and time using  
a handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Ringer melody. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Ringer volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Handset name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55  
Adjust contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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In this guide  
Switch backlight on or off . . . . . . . . . . 56  
Auto answer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Key beeps on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
Setting melody for the alarm . . . . . . . . 59  
Handset default settings . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Help  
Replacing the handset batteries. . . . . . 68  
Possible problems with SMS. . . . . . . . . 70  
Further help and advice for SMS related  
queries on BT lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
General information  
Base settings  
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Product disposal instructions . . . . . . . . 75  
Technical information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75  
Switchboard compatibility . . . . . . . . . . 75  
Switchboard external line access code . 75  
Insert a ‘pause’ in a stored number . . . 76  
R&TTE Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76  
Guarantee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76  
Ringer melody. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Ringer volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Handset priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
Dial mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61  
Recall mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Base PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Base setting defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Additional handsets and bases  
Registering new handsets . . . . . . . . . . 64  
De-registering a handset . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Internal calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Transferring calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66  
3-Way calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66  
Using additional bases. . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Getting started  
7
Location  
WARNING  
Do not place your BT Freestyle  
7150 base in the bathroom or  
other humid areas.  
You need to place your BT Freestyle 7150 base station  
close enough to a mains power and telephone socket so  
that the cables will reach. Make sure it is at least 1 metre  
away from other electrical appliances to avoid interference.  
Handset range  
The BT Freestyle 7150 has a range  
of 300 metres outdoors when there  
is a clear line of sight between the  
base and handset. Any obstruction  
between the base and handset will  
reduce the range significantly.  
With the base indoors and handset  
either indoors or outdoors, the  
range will normally be up to 50  
metres. Thick stone walls can  
severely affect the range.  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 works by sending radio signals  
between the handset and base. The strength of the  
signal depends on where you site the base. Putting it as  
high as possible ensures the best signal.  
Setting up  
1. Plug the mains power adaptor into the socket marked  
on the back of the base. Plug the other end into the mains  
wall socket and switch on. The Power/In Use and Message  
indicators light up.  
Signal strength  
The symbol on your handset  
screen indicates when you are in  
range. When you are out of range,  
it flashes and the screen displays  
OUT OF RANGE and there is a beep.  
IMPORTANT  
Do not connect the telephone line  
until at least one of the handsets is  
fully charged.  
The base station must be plugged  
into the mains power at all times.  
Power adaptor cable  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Getting started  
Battery low warning  
When the batteries need  
recharging, the handset beeps and  
2. Batteries will come inserted in the battery compartment.  
Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries.  
the display shows  
.
3. Charge the handset batteries for at least 16 hours by  
placing the handset on the base. The screen shows the  
battery icon filling up.  
Battery level  
The battery symbol shows the  
current level  
4. Plug the telephone line cord into the socket marked  
on the back of the base and plug the other end into the  
wall socket.  
Battery performance  
To keep your batteries in the best  
condition, leave the handset off  
the base for a few hours at a time  
(after the initial 16 hour charge).  
Running the batteries right down  
at least once a week will help them  
last as long as possible.  
On a full charge, your BT Freestyle  
7150 handset gives up to 12 hours  
talk time or up to 120 hours  
standby.  
Telephone line cord  
The charge capacity of  
rechargeable batteries will reduce  
with time as they wear out, giving  
the handset less talk/standby time.  
Eventually they will need to be  
replaced.  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 is ready for use.  
Providing you have subscribed to your network’s Caller  
Display service, the day and time is automatically set  
when you receive your first incoming call.  
Batteries and handset may  
become warm during charging.  
This is normal.  
However, you can also set the day and time manually,  
see page 54.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Getting started  
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BT Freestyle 7150 multiple pack owners only  
Under no circumstances use non-  
rechargeable batteries. Only use  
NiMH rechargeable batteries with  
a recommended capacity of  
750mAh. Using inappropriate  
batteries will invalidate your  
guarantee and may damage the  
telephone.  
You need to place your BT Freestyle 7150 charger close  
enough to a mains power socket so that the cable will reach.  
Setting up the charger  
1. Plug the power adaptor cable into the underside of the  
charger. Then plug the power adaptor into the mains  
wall socket and switch the power on.  
Helpline  
If you are having any difficulties  
setting up or using your BT  
Freestyle 7150, please call the  
BT Freestyle Helpline on  
0870 240 3962 or email  
Power adaptor cable  
2. The batteries are already inserted in the battery  
compartment. Pull the plastic tag as instructed to  
activate the batteries.  
3. Place the handset in the charger and charge the handset  
for at least 16 hours.  
The additional handset(s) included in your multipack is  
pre-registered to the base. If you purchase additional  
handsets, these will need to be registered manually by  
following the instructions on page 64.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Getting to know your phone  
Handset buttons  
Incoming call light  
Flashes to indicate you have an  
incoming call.  
Option buttons  
Press to select the option shown on  
screen above each button, page 12.  
Redial  
Scroll / Vol  
Press to open the Redial list, page 17.  
Use to scroll through menu options,  
the phonebook and the Redial and  
Calls list.  
Calls list  
Press to open the Calls list, page 26.  
Press to adjust the earpiece/  
loudspeaker volume, page 16.  
Talk / Handsfree  
Press to make and receive calls, page 15.  
End call / Power off  
Press to end a call, page 15.  
Use to switch to Handsfree, page 16.  
Also switches the handset back on.  
Press and hold to switch the  
handset off, page 15.  
Press and hold to switch the  
handset ringer on/off.  
Keypad lock  
Prevents accidentally dialling  
numbers when carrying the  
handset around, page 19.  
R (Recall)  
Used with some BT Calling Features,  
eg. Call Waiting, page 19.  
Int  
Lets you make internal calls  
between handsets, page 65.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Getting to know your phone  
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Base  
Skip  
Press once to repeat  
current message,  
press again to play  
the previous  
Play  
Press to play your  
messages, page 49.  
message, page 50.  
Find  
Rings all registered  
handsets, so you can  
find them, page 18.  
Use to register  
additional handsets.  
Stop  
Press to stop  
playback or cancel  
the current  
88  
Vol + –  
Adjust the speaker  
volume, page 49.  
function, page 50.  
Skip  
Delete  
Press to delete  
messages  
Ans On/Off  
Power/In Use indicator  
On when the power is  
connected.  
Flashes when line is  
in use.  
Message counter  
Shows the number of  
messages on your  
answering machine.  
Press once to play  
the next message,  
page 50.  
Press to switch the  
answering machine  
on/off, page 49.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Getting to know your phone  
Navigating the menus and selecting options  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 has a menu system which is easy  
to use. Each menu leads to a list of options. Have a look  
at the menu map on page 14.  
Open the main menu by pressing the button below the  
MENU option shown on screen.  
Now use the  
or  
buttons to scroll up and down  
through the main menu. When the option or sub-menu  
Select the option displayed on  
screen by pressing the button  
underneath it.  
you want is displayed, press OK to select to it.  
For example, to adjust the handset ringer melody for  
external calls:  
For example, to open the main  
menu select Menu by pressing the  
option button below it, as shown.  
1. Press MENU to open the main menu.  
2. Press to scroll down to the HANDSET SETTINGS menu  
and press OK. The display shows the first item which is  
RINGER MELODY.  
2. Press OK. Display highlights EXTERNAL. Scroll  
or  
to choose either EXTERNAL or INTERNAL and press OK.  
The current melody is displayed and played.  
3. Scroll  
or  
to the melody you want and press OK.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Getting to know your phone  
13  
Go back one level  
You can go back to the previous menu level by  
pressing BACK.  
Exit menu  
If you want to exit a menu or the phonebook, press  
BACK. If you want to go straight to the standby screen  
press the  
button.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Getting to know your phone  
Menu map  
SMS Text  
Messaging  
Answer Machine Handset Settings Base Settings  
Time & Date  
Settings  
Registration  
Play Messages  
Ringer Melody  
Ringer Volume  
Name Handset  
Call Groups  
Write Message  
Inbox  
Ringer Melody  
Ringer Volume  
Handset Priority  
Dial Mode  
Set Date & Time Register Handset  
Delete All  
Messages  
Set Day  
Alarm  
De-Register  
Handset  
Drafts  
Answer On/Off  
Answer Settings  
Record Memo  
Outbox  
Key Beeps On/Off  
Auto Talk On/Off  
Display Contrast  
Backlight On/Off  
Select Base  
Templates  
SMS Settings  
Recall Mode  
Change System  
PIN  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Using your phone  
15  
Switch the handset on/off  
Backlit display  
When you press any button or  
receive a call/message, the display  
lights up. If no button is pressed  
for 10 seconds, the backlight is  
switched off. You can disable the  
backlight if you wish, see page 56.  
1. Press and hold  
to switch handset off.  
to switch it on.  
2. Press and release  
Make an external call  
1. Press , listen for the dial tone then dial the number.  
Dialling numbers quickly  
Numbers can be dialled direct  
from the Directory (page 21), the  
Calls list (page 27) or the redial list  
(page 17).  
2. To end the call, press  
the base.  
or place the handset back on  
Call timer  
Your handset automatically times  
the duration of every call. The time  
is shown during the call and for a  
few seconds after the call has  
ended.  
Preparatory dialling  
Enter the number first. If you make a mistake press  
CLEAR to delete. Press  
to dial.  
Receiving calls  
When you receive an incoming call, the  
icon will flash  
Auto-answer  
You can answer a call just by lifting  
the handset off the base. If you  
and the display will show E ternalCall. Or if you have  
subscribed to a Caller Display Service your caller’s  
number (and name if stored in the Directory) will be  
shown. See page 26 for more information.  
would rather press  
to receive  
a call when the handset is on the  
base, you need to switch Auto-talk  
off, page 57.  
Press  
to answer the call, or if the handset is on the  
base or charger, simply lift it up to speak.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Using your phone  
Handsfree  
Handsfree lets you talk to your caller without holding  
the handset. It can also enable other people in the room  
to listen to both sides of your conversation.  
1. Press  
, then press  
again to switch to handsfree.  
The display shows the icon and you can hear the dial  
tone over the handset speaker. Dial the phone number.  
2. During a call, use  
the handset.  
to switch between handsfree and  
Earpiece and handsfree volume  
Earpiece and handsfree volume are  
independent of each other but  
instructions for adjusting are the  
same for both.  
You can adjust the earpiece and the handsfree speaker  
volume. There are 5 levels to choose from.  
During a call, press the  
or  
button to select  
volume 1–5. The current setting is displayed. When you  
end the call the setting will remain at the last selected level.  
Secrecy  
Secrecy allows you to talk without your caller hearing you.  
1. During a call, press SECRECY. Display flashes Secrecyon.  
Your caller cannot hear you.  
2. Press OFF to return to your caller.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Using your phone  
17  
Redial  
You can redial up to 5 of the last numbers called.  
Redial a number from the redial list  
1. Press  
to open the Redial list. The last number dialled  
is highlighted. If there are no numbers in the Redial list,  
the display shows Redial List Empty.  
If you have stored a name in the  
Directory to go with the number,  
the name will be displayed instead,  
see page 20.  
2. Press  
or  
to scroll through the list. When the  
to dial.  
number you want is highlighted, press  
Copy a number from the redial list to the directory  
You can copy numbers from the redial list into the directory.  
1. Press  
to open the redial list. Scroll  
or  
to the  
number you want and press OPTION.  
2. Scroll to highlight SAVE NUMBER. Press OK.  
3. Display shows ENTER NAME. Use the keypad to enter a  
name (see page 20 for more help with entering text) and  
press SAVE. Display shows EDIT NUMBER.  
4. If necessary, use the keypad to change the number, then  
If the number is already in the  
directory the SAVE option will not  
be shown.  
press SAVE to confirm.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Using your phone  
Deleting a redial entry  
1. Press to open the redial list. Scroll to the entry you  
want to delete and press OPTION. DELETE ENTRYis  
highlighted. Press OK.  
Delete entire redial list  
1. Press  
to open the redial list and press OPTION.  
DELETEENTRYis highlighted.  
2. Scroll to DELETE ALLand press OK. Press DELETE to  
confirm or SAVE to cancel.  
Find a handset (Paging)  
You can alert handset users that they are wanted or  
locate a missing handset by paging the handsets,  
(paging calls cannot be answered by a handset).  
1. Press  
on the base. The handsets ring. Display flashes  
PAGING CALL.  
2. Press again to stop the handsets ringing or press  
on the handset.  
Pressing  
handset only.  
will stop that  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Using your phone  
19  
Keypad lock  
You can lock the keypad so that numbers are not dialled  
accidentally whilst carrying the handset around.  
Emergency calls  
While the keypad is locked you can  
still answer incoming calls and make  
999 or 112 calls to the emergency  
service. But you cannot call other  
numbers or use the menus.  
1. Press and hold  
. Display confirms KEYPAD LOCKED  
and then reverts to the standby screen and displays  
.
2. Press UNLOCK, then press whilst Press To  
#
UnlockKeys is shown in the display.  
Call Waiting  
Call Waiting lets you know if another person is trying to call  
your number when you are already on a call. The handset  
will beep and, if you have subscribed to Caller Display, the  
screen will show the new caller’s details.  
For Call Waiting to work you must  
subscribe to the service from your  
network provider. A quarterley fee  
is payable.  
To answer the second caller  
1. Press . The original caller will be put on hold and you  
will be connected to your new caller.  
2. To switch back to the original caller, press  
.
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
20  
Using the Directory  
You can store up to 50 names and numbers in the  
directory of each handset. Each entry contains a name  
and phone number. Names can be up to 15 characters  
long and numbers up to 24 digits.  
Entering names  
Use the keypad letters to enter  
names, e.g. to store TOM:  
Add a new directory entry  
When the phone is in standby:  
Press  
Press  
Press  
once to enter T.  
1. Press DIR to open the directory. If there are no entries in  
the directory the display shows NEW ENTRY. If there are  
already stored entries, they are displayed in alphabetical  
order.  
three times to enter O.  
once to enter M.  
Writing tips  
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR  
to delete the last character or digit.  
2. Press OPTION. Display highlights NEWENTRY. Press OK.  
Display shows ENTERNAME.  
Press  
once to insert a space.  
Available characters are displayed  
at the bottom of the screen. Keep  
pressing the button to scroll  
through the characters.  
3. Use the keypad to enter a name, then press SAVE.  
Display shows ENTERNUMBER.  
4. Enter the telpehone number and press SAVE.  
The cursor automatically moves  
to the next space after a couple  
of seconds.  
Display shows ENTRYSAVED.  
You can continue to add more entries, or press BACK to  
go back.  
Select upper or lower case or  
numerals by pressing  
. An A, a  
or 1will appear in the display to  
indicate the current selection.  
Press  
for punctuation and other  
characters: (space) . , # and *.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Dial from the directory  
1. Press DIR. Entries are displayed in alphabetical order.  
2. Scroll  
or  
through the directory to the entry you  
want to dial, then press  
and dialled.  
. The number is displayed  
Or you can search alphabetically by pressing the relevant  
button, e.g. to find TOM press  
entries under T, then press  
and scroll through  
to dial.  
View an entry  
1. Press DIR and scroll  
or  
to the entry you want to  
view, then press OPTION. Scroll DOWN to SHOW NUMBER  
and press OK.  
Edit an entry  
1. Press DIR and scroll  
or  
to the entry you want to  
edit, then press OPTION. Scroll DOWN to EDIT ENTRY  
and press OK.  
2. Display shows the name and EDIT NAME. Use CLEAR  
and the keypad to change the name, then press SAVE.  
3. Display shows EDIT NUMBER. Use CLEAR and the keypad  
to change the number and press SAVE to confirm.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Using the Directory  
Delete entries  
You can delete individual entries or the entire directory.  
1. Press DIR and scroll  
or  
to the entry you want to  
delete, then press OPTION.  
2. Scroll DOWN to DELETE ENTRYor DELETEALLand  
press OK.  
3. Display asks you to confirm. Press DELETE to confirm or  
SAVE to cancel.  
Copying directory entries  
If you have more than one handset registered to your  
BT Freestyle 7150 you can copy individual entries or the  
entire directory from one handset to another, so you only  
have to enter names and numbers once.  
Copy an individual entry to another handset  
Whilst copying entries between  
two handsets, if you press  
copying will be stopped.  
1. Press DIR, scroll  
or  
to the entry you want to copy  
and press OPTION.  
2. Scroll  
to COPYENTRYand press OK. Display shows  
If the directory on the handset you  
are copying to becomes full, the  
receiving handset will display  
DIRECTORY FULL. The sending  
handset will display COPY DIRECTORY  
ENTRY FAILEDfor 2 seconds.  
COPYTOHANDSETand the available handset numbers.  
3. Press or to select the handset you want to copy to  
and press OK. Display shows COPYINGTOHANDSET X.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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The receiving handset shows RECEIVEDIRECTORYENTRY?  
If you press YES the entry is copied. If you press NO,  
then the copying is aborted. When copying is finished,  
the display returns to standby.  
If the other handset is in use  
If any handset is in use you cannot  
use the copy function. Your handset’s  
display will show NOT AVAILABLE  
when you select a copy option,  
before returning to standby.  
Copy entire directory from one handset to another  
Incoming call while copying  
An incoming call cancels copying.  
If you are copying the whole  
directory, any entries transferred  
before a call interrupts will be  
stored.  
Note that if the entire directory is copied, it will overwrite  
any existing entries on the other handset.  
1. Press DIR, then OPTION. Scroll  
to COPY DIRECTORY.  
Press OK.  
2. Display shows COPYTOHANDSETand the available  
handset numbers. Press or to select the handset  
you want to copy to and press OK. Display shows  
COPYINGTOHANDSET X.  
The receiving handset shows RECEIVEDIRECTORY?If you  
press YES the directory is copied. If you press NO then  
the copying is aborted. When copying is finished, the  
display returns to standby.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Using the Directory  
Set groups  
You can create ringing groups by selecting entries from  
your directory. For example, you can create a group for  
family members and assign a ringer melody to that group.  
When one of that family group calls you will be able to  
identify which group from the ringer melody.  
You can create up to 3 groups.  
1. Press DIR. Scroll  
or  
to the entry you want to store  
in a group and press OPTION.  
2. Scroll  
3. Scroll  
to SETCALLGROUPand press OK.  
to highlight the group you want and press OK.  
The display shows ADDEDTOGROUPX.  
Select NOGROUPto remove a name from a group.  
Rename and set melody for a group  
You can rename a group and change the melody.  
1. Press MENU, scroll  
to HANDSETSETTINGSand press OK.  
2. Scroll  
3. Press  
to CALLGROUPSand press OK.  
or  
to highlight the group you want and  
press OK.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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3. If required, use  
or  
to select SETMELODYor EDIT  
GROUP NAME. Press OK.  
4. Press CLEAR to delete the existing name, then enter the  
new name and press SAVE.  
5. Press  
to return to standby.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Caller Display and the Calls list  
IMPORTANT  
If you subscribe to a Caller Display service, you can see  
your caller’s number (provided it is not withheld) on your  
handset display before you answer the call.  
To use Caller Display you must first  
subscribe to your network provider’s  
Caller Display service. A quarterly  
fee is payable.  
When a call is received your caller’s telephone number  
will be stored in a Calls list. The Calls list holds details of  
the last 30 calls. When the Calls list is full, the oldest call  
will be replaced by a new call, but the latest call will  
always be at the top of the list.  
For more information on BT’s  
Calling Features, call BT free on  
0800 800 150.  
Ringback calls will display the  
number dialled when you  
requested the ringback service.  
Each call is numbered:  
01= the oldest call in the Calls list. So in a full Calls list,  
30 would be the most recent call.  
Caller information not available  
With some incoming calls, the  
telephone number of the caller is  
not available and cannot therefore  
be displayed.  
If you have any missed calls in the list, the  
icon is  
displayed. The icon will disappear when you have viewed  
the missed calls in the Calls list.  
In this case your BT Freestyle 7150  
provides you with some  
explanatory information:  
Sample Calls list screen  
UNAVAILABLE– The number is  
unavailable.  
WITHHELD– The caller has withheld  
their number.  
Date and time  
03/10 02:14pm  
RINGBACK– Ringback call.  
of call  
Call number 5  
OPERATOR– The call has been  
made via the operator.  
012346789  
Back  
05/08  
of 8 (the higher  
the number the  
newer the call)  
Option  
PAYPHONE– The caller is ringing  
from a payphone.  
Calling number (if available),  
INTERNATIONAL– International call.  
or name if it matches a  
number stored in the Directory  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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View / dial a number from the Calls list  
1. Press to open the Calls list. Details of your most  
recent call are displayed.  
2. Scroll or through the list. Press  
number displayed.  
to dial the  
Save a Calls list number to the directory  
1. Press . Scroll or to the entry you want to save.  
2. Press OPTION. Display highlights SAVENUMBER. Press OK.  
3. Use the keypad to enter a name. Press SAVE.  
If necessary, use the keypad to change the number.  
Press OK. Display shows ENTRYSAVED.  
Delete an entry in the Calls list  
1. Press  
. If necessary, scroll  
or  
to the entry you  
want to delete.  
2. Press OPTION. Display highlights DELETECALL. Press OK.  
Delete the entire Calls list  
1. Press . Press OPTION. Scroll  
to DELETEALL. Press OK.  
2. Press DELETE to confirm or SAVE to cancel.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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SMS text messaging  
SMS stands for Short Messaging  
Service.  
Welcome to the BT Text Service on your BT Freestyle 7150.  
The SMS Service is provided by BT.  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 can send and receive text  
messages to any mobile phone from participating mobile  
networks and compatible landline telephones in the UK.  
IMPORTANT  
You must subscribe to your Network  
Provider’s Caller Display Service  
so that you can use SMS text  
messaging. A quarterly fee may  
be payable. Please contact your  
network provider for more details.  
The fixed line SMS service is provided under BT’s terms  
and conditions for telephone service. These can be found  
by visiting the BT.com website at:  
When you are using SMS text  
messaging you must not withhold  
your telephone number or the  
service will not allow you to connect.  
To subscribe to the SMS text messaging service  
Messages to non-compatible phones  
You may also send messages to  
landline phones that are NOT SMS  
compatible. Messages to non-  
compatible lines will be connected  
to voice text and delivered in  
When you send your first SMS text message from your  
BT Freestyle 7150 you will automatically be registered  
for the service. On receipt of your first SMS through the  
service, the system will send you a welcome SMS  
message back.  
spoken words to the telephone as  
a call. Please note that the  
conversion can translate common  
abbreviations and smileys etc., but  
to ensure maximum clarity of  
message delivery, abbreviations  
etc. should be used sparingly.  
You may also register by sending the word Register to 00000  
upon which you will receive a confirmation message.  
Some other network provider lines  
may not be compatible with this  
SMS service.  
Cost of the fixed line service  
There is no subscription charge (other than the  
subscription to Caller Display). Visit the BT.com website  
text message (depends upon your call package).  
If your BT Freestyle 7150 is  
connected to a switchboard, you  
may not be able to use text message  
services.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Send an SMS text message  
You can send and receive SMS text  
messages of up to 160 characters.  
1. Press MENU, then OK twice.  
2. Use the keypad to write your message then press OPTION.  
Entering text  
Use the keypad letters to enter  
text, e.g. to write TOM:  
3. Now scroll  
or  
to choose between:  
Press  
Press  
Press  
once to enter T.  
SEND TO– press OK and either enter the number you  
want or press SEARCH to display your Directory, then  
scroll to the entry you want. Now press SEND.  
three times to enter O.  
once to enter M.  
Writing tips  
If you make a mistake, press CLEAR  
to delete the last character or digit.  
SAVE– you can save a text in the Draft Messages box for  
sending later. Press OK to save.  
Press  
once to insert a space.  
USE TEMPLATE– these are pre-stored messages.  
Press OK and scroll to the message you want and press OK.  
The template message is added to your text at the cursor.  
When ready, press OPTION. These three choices are  
displayed again.  
Available characters are displayed  
at the bottom of the screen. Keep  
pressing the button to scroll  
through the characters.  
The cursor automatically moves  
to the next space after a couple  
of seconds.  
4. When sending a message, the display briefly shows  
TRANSFERRING SMSbefore returning to standby.  
Select upper or lower case or  
numerals by pressing  
. An A, a  
If there is a problem, the display shows MESSAGE FAILED  
and the message is stored in the outbox. Press CLEAR to  
return to the standby display or press READ to open the  
message and send again.  
or 1will appear in the display to  
indicate the current selection.  
Punctuation and other characters  
Use  
,
and  
to enter a  
comma, full stop etc. (see next  
page).  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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SMS text messaging  
Punctuation and other characters  
When writing texts, use the  
add punctuation and other charatcers.  
,
and  
keys to  
;
.
,
'
?
0
.
!
"
1
(
)
@ /  
:
space  
space  
+
,
& _  
#
$
£
¥
<
>
=
#
*
Sent messages are stored in the Outbox  
All handsets use the same inbox,  
outbox and drafts folder.  
Your BT Freestyle 7150’s outbox is like a redial list.  
It holds a copy of the last 5 messages sent. If your  
message did not get through, a copy is stored in the  
outbox so you can send it later. The newest messages  
replace the oldest messages in the outbox.  
When the outbox is full the newest messages replace the  
oldest messages in the outbox.  
Saved messages are stored in the Drafts folder  
If you want to save a message to complete and/or send  
later you can store it in the drafts folder. Your BT  
Freestyle 7150’s drafts folder can store up to 5 messages.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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SMS template messages  
Use a template to add pre-set statements to make your  
texts easier to write.  
The templates are:  
Pleasecall  
I’llbebackat  
HappyBirthday  
There is one spare template shown as EMPTYfor you to  
write your own message. You can also change or delete  
the pre-set ones.  
Edit SMS templates  
You can overwrite the existing templates with your own  
messages.  
1. Press MENU, then OK and scroll  
to TEMPLATESand  
press OK. The available templates are displayed. Scroll  
to the template you want and press OK.  
2. Display highlights EDITTEMPLATE. Press OK and write  
your own template. Use CLEAR to delete any existing  
text you don’t want, then press SAVE. You can now  
insert the new template into any text message.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Delete SMS templates  
When you delete a template it is  
shown in the display as EMPTY.  
1. Press MENU, then OK and scroll  
to TEMPLATESand  
press OK. The available templates are displayed. Scroll  
to the template you want and press OK.  
2. Press  
to highlight DELETETEMPLATEand press OK.  
Press DELETE to confirm or SAVE to cancel.  
Read, edit and send draft SMS text messages  
If you have saved a message you have written for  
sending later, you can view, edit and send it from the  
Draft Messages box.  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll  
to DRAFTSand press OK.  
The date and time of the latest draft message is displayed.  
Press READ.  
2. The message is displayed. Press OPTION.  
3. You can now scroll  
or  
to choose between:  
If you are editing a message which  
has already been assigned a number  
you will be asked if you want to  
edit the number already entered.  
SEND TO– press OK and either enter the number you  
want or press SEARCH to display your Directory, then  
scroll to the entry you want. Now press SEND.  
SAVE– you can save it again to send later.  
Press OK to save.  
USE TEMPLATE– these are pre-stored messages.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Press OK, scroll to the message you want and press OK.  
The template message is added to your text. When ready,  
press OPTION. These three choices are displayed again.  
DELETE– deletes current message.  
DELETE ALL– deletes all messages in the Draft  
messages box.  
Read, edit and send messages from your outbox  
You can check on the last 5 messages you have sent.  
Your outbox will also store messages that did not get sent,  
giving you a chance to send them again later. The oldest  
stored message is automatically replaced with the newest.  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll  
to OUTBOXand press OK.  
The display indicates messages NOT SENTif the message  
previously failed or SENTif the message was sent successfully.  
2. Scroll  
or  
to the message you want and press  
READ. Press OPTION.  
3. You can now scroll or  
to choose between:  
SEND TO– press OK and either enter the number you  
want or press SEARCH to display your Directory, then  
scroll to the entry you want. Now press SEND.  
SAVE– you can save a text in the Draft Messages box for  
sending later. Press OK to save.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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USE TEMPLATE– these are pre-stored messages.  
Press OK, scroll to the message you want and press OK.  
The template message is added to your text.  
When ready, press OPTION. These three choices are  
displayed again.  
USENUMBER– ring the sender’s number.  
DELETE– deletes current message.  
DELETEALL– deletes all messages in the Outbox.  
Incoming call  
If you are writing a text message and receive a call, your  
handset will let you answer the call. When your  
conversation is finished, the display shows CONTINUE  
WRITINGSMSMESSAGE?. Press YES to continue where  
you left off or NO to delete your message.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Reading SMS texts  
When you receive a new text message, the display  
shows NEW SMS MESSAGE. To read it later, press CLEAR.  
You will not be able to receive text  
messages until you have first sent  
a message. The first sent message  
registers you with the text service.  
The display returns to standby and shows  
the date and time.  
instead of  
1. Press MENU. Display shows SMS TEXT MESSAGING.  
Press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to INBOX, then press OK. Now scroll  
or  
to the message you want. Press READ.  
3. Scroll or to read through the message.  
If you have no messages in your text inbox, the handset  
display shows NO MESSAGES.  
You can now press OPTION and scroll to:  
DELETE– deletes current message.  
REPLY– write a reply to the message.  
FORWARD– forward the message to another number.  
USENUMBER– press the  
button to ring the sender’s  
number.  
SAVENUMBER– save number to the directory (if the  
number is already stored, this is not displayed).  
DELETEALL– delete all messages in the Inbox.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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4. Follow the on screen prompts to save, write, send or  
delete the messages. Or press BACK to go back to the  
previous menu level.  
Received messages are stored in the Inbox  
Your BT Freestyle 7150’s inbox can store up to 30 text  
messages. The oldest message is listed as 01, 30 would  
be the most recent message. The inbox is in the base not  
the handset.  
Delete an SMS text message  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll to either INBOX, DRAFTSor  
OUTBOXand press OK.  
2. If necessary, scroll to the message you want, then press  
READ to display the message, then OPTION. Scroll  
to DELETE and press OK. Confirm by pressing DELETE.  
Delete all SMS text messages in a box  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll to either INBOX, DRAFTSor  
OUTBOXand press OK.  
2. Press READ then OPTION. Scroll  
to DELETEALLand  
press OK. Confirm by pressing DELETE.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Switch SMS text alert on/off  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll  
to SMSsettings and  
press OK.  
2. Scroll  
the current setting. Press  
then press OK.  
to SMSALERTON/OFFand press OK. A indicates  
or to highlight ONor OFF,  
SMS Service Centre numbers  
To send and receive SMS text messages you need the  
telephone number of your Network’s SMS Centre.  
If you accidentally delete the SENDor RECEIVESMS  
Service Centre numbers you will need to re-enter them  
in order for your SMS Service to work.  
The SEND SMS Service number is: 1470P17094009.  
The RECEIVE SMS Service number is: 0800587529.  
Adding or changing a Send Service number  
When you enter a new number it  
must be prefixed by 1470P  
(P=Pause, press and hold the  
button to enter a pause).  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll  
to SMSSETTINGSand  
press OK. Display shows SELECTSMSSENDSERVICECENTRE.  
Example, if the new number is  
0123456789, then you should  
enter 1470P0123456789.  
2. Scroll or to display SMSSENDINGSERVICECENTRES.  
Press OK.  
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3. Scroll  
or  
to highlight the option you want and  
press OK. The pre-set number (1470P17094009) is  
stored under Send1.  
4. You can now enter a new number or edit an existing  
number. Press SAVE.  
Adding or changing a Receive Service number  
You can store up to 3 numbers of SMS Service Centres  
that you receive messages from. You need to have these  
numbers stored in your BT Freestyle 7150 so that it  
can recognise that an incoming call is a text message  
(otherwise it will ring and the message will not be  
received). SMS Receive 1 is pre-set to the BT number  
(0800587529). You can add two others and edit all  
numbers.  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll  
to SMSSETTINGSand  
press OK. Display shows SELECTSMSSENDSERVICECENTRE.  
2. Scroll or to display SMSRECEIVINGCENTRES.  
Press OK.  
3. The pre-set number is stored under SMSReceive1.  
Scroll or to highlight the option you want and  
press OK.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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4. You can now enter a new number or edit an existing  
number. Press SAVE.  
In some cases the numbers for the provider’s SMS  
transmission and reception centre will be the same.  
Selecting a Send Service number  
If you have two Service Centre numbers stored you can  
choose which one you use to send a message.  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 is pre-set to send using Send 1.  
1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll  
to SMSSETTINGSand  
press OK. Display shows SELECTSMSSENDSERVICECENTRE.  
2. Press OK. A indicates the current provider.  
3. Scroll  
or  
to highlight the provider you want and  
press OK. Any messages sent will go via the selected  
provider.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Using your answering machine  
You can operate your BT Freestyle 7150 answering  
machine from:  
the base  
the handset  
Remotely from any external Touchtone™ telephone.  
The factory setting for the answering machine is ON.  
Until you change your outgoing message, your callers  
will be greeted with the pre-recorded message ‘Hello,  
your call cannot be taken at the moment, so please leave  
your message after the tone’.  
Day, date and time  
If you subscribe to your network  
provider’s Caller Display service, the  
date and time are set automatically  
when your BT Freestyle 7150  
receives its first call, but you will  
also need to set the day using a  
handset.  
An announcement of day, date and time of recording  
will be added automatically to each message and memo.  
The date and time is also displayed on each handset.  
The day, date and time are set using a handset.  
Setting day, date and time using a handset  
1. Press MENU. Scroll to TIMEANDDATESETTINGSand  
press OK. Display shows SETDATE&TIME. Press OK.  
2. Use the keypad to enter the date, e.g.  
for 3rd June. Press SAVE.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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3. Enter the time (in 24-hour format), e.g.  
for 3.30pm. Press SAVE.  
4. Press , display shows SetDay. Press OK.  
5. Scroll  
or  
until the current day is highlighted, then  
press SAVE.  
The new time will not appear on the other handsets until  
they go on-line or a call is received.  
Operating the answering machine  
from a handset  
You can use any registered BT Freestyle 7150 handset  
to switch your answering machine on and off, hear your  
messages and adjust the answering machine settings.  
Switch on/off  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
Press  
or  
or  
to ANSWERON/OFFand press OK.  
to highlight the setting you want.  
The current setting is ticked. Press OK.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Using your answering machine  
Outgoing messages  
This is the message your caller hears when the answering  
machine picks up their call. Your BT Freestyle 7150  
comes with two pre-recorded outgoing messages to  
choose from.  
Answer & Record  
This allows your caller to leave a message for you.  
The pre-recorded message is “Hello, your call cannot be  
taken at the moment, so please leave your message after  
the tone.”  
Answer Only  
This does not allow your caller to leave a message.  
The pre-recorded message is “Hello, your call cannot be  
taken at the moment, and you cannot leave a message, so  
please call later.”  
Record your own outgoing message  
Your message can be up to 2 minutes long. It replaces  
the pre-recorded outgoing message, but you can  
reinstate this at any time.  
During operation via the handset,  
you will hear prompts that guide  
you through each step.  
During recording, rAflashes on the  
base display.  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
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2. Scroll  
to ANSWERSETTINGSand press OK. Scroll  
to  
OUTGOINGMESSAGE. Press OK. Display shows RECORD  
OUTGOINGMESSAGE. Press OK.  
3. Press  
or  
to select ANSWER & RECORDor  
ANSWER ONLY. Press OK. Display shows RECORDING.  
4. Record your message after the announcement. Press SAVE  
to end recording. Your message is played back. Press OK  
to stop the playback.  
Play outgoing message  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to OUTGOING MESSAGE. Press OK. Scroll  
OUTGOINGMESSAGE. Press OK.  
to ANSWER SETTINGSand press OK. Scroll  
to PLAY  
3. Press or to select ANSWER&RECORDor ANSWER  
ONLY. Press OK. Display shows PLAYINGand your  
message is played.  
4. Press OK to hear it again or BACK to return to the  
previous level.  
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Select answer mode  
Set your answering machine to Answer & Record or  
Answer Only.  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to ANSWERSETTINGSand press OK.  
Display shows ANSWERMODE. Press OK.  
3. Press or to highlight the setting you want –  
ANSWER&RECORDor ANSWERONLY. The current setting  
is ticked.  
4. Press SAVE to choose the highlighted setting or BACK  
to return to the previous level.  
Reinstate a pre-recorded outgoing message  
This means deleting your own recorded outgoing  
message.  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
OUTGOING MESSAGE. Press OK. Scroll  
OUTGOING MESSAGE and press OK.  
to ANSWER SETTINGSand press OK. Scroll  
to  
to PLAY  
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3. Press  
or  
to select ANSWER&RECORDor ANSWER  
ONLY. Press OK. Display shows PLAYING.  
4. Whilst the display shows PLAYING, press DELETE.  
The pre-recorded message is reinstated and played.  
Answer delay  
Answer delay sets the number of times your BT Freestyle  
7150 will ring before the answering machine picks up  
your call. The default setting is 6 rings. You can change  
this setting to 2, 4, 6, 8 rings or time saver.  
Time Saver can save you the cost of a call when you want  
to ring in to find out if you have new messages. If your  
answering machine answers after 2 rings, you have new  
messages. If you have no new messages it will answer  
after 6 rings. So if you hear a third ring, you can hang up  
before you are connected, saving you the cost of a call.  
Check and set answer delay  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to ANSWERSETTINGSand press OK. Scroll  
to  
ANSWERDELAY. Press OK.  
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3. Press  
or  
to highlight the option you want.  
The current setting is ticked.  
4. Press SAVE to confirm or BACK to return to the  
previous level.  
Audible message alert  
When you have messages stored  
on your answering machine, the  
When this feature is switched On, your BT Freestyle  
7150 will beep every 10 seconds to indicate new  
messages. The default setting is Off.  
handset screen displays  
.
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
Scroll  
to ANSWER SETTINGSand press OK.  
to MESSAGE ALERT. Press OK.  
3. Press  
or to highlight the setting you want.  
The current setting is ticked.  
4. Press OK to choose the highlighted setting or BACK  
to return to the previous level.  
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Play, repeat, delete and skip  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
A message marked NEWhas not  
been played back before.  
2. Display shows PLAYMESSAGES. Press OK. Your messages  
are played. Screen shows details of the message being  
played. You can now press:  
A message marked OLDhas  
already been played back.  
or PREV once to replay the current message or  
twice to hear the previous message.  
or NEXT to hear the next message.  
to delete the message being played.  
Delete all messages  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to DELETEALLMESSAGES. Press OK.  
Press DELETE to confirm or SAVE, then BACK to cancel.  
Record a memo  
Memos can be any length up to  
the available recording capacity  
(max. 15 minutes). Memos are  
stored in the same way as  
incoming messages and the  
message counter on the base will  
increase by 1.  
You can record a message for other users. It is played  
back just like a normal message.  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
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2. Scroll  
to RECORDMEMO. Press OK and record your  
memo message. Press SAVE to end recording.  
Your memo is played back to you. During playback you  
can press DELETE to cancel or OK to accept.  
3. Press OK to record another memo or BACK to return  
to standby.  
Call screening  
You can listen while your answering machine takes a call  
via the handset or the base speaker. This lets you identify  
the caller and decide whether to take the call.  
Call screening using a handset  
When the answering machine takes a call, press SCREEN to  
hear your caller leaving their message. If you want to talk to  
your caller, press  
. Recording will stop automatically.  
Call screening at the base  
When the answering machine takes a call, use the  
and  
buttons to adjust the speaker volume. If you want to  
talk to your caller, press on a handset. Recording will  
stop automatically. You can also adjust the speaker volume  
when the machine is idle, the current setting is shown in the  
display. To switch call screening off, set the volume to 00.  
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the base  
Switch on/off  
Press  
. The machine announces On or Off.  
Adjust loudspeaker volume  
Volume for message playback ranges from 0105 and  
call screening ranges from 0005. 00 = Off and 05 = Max.  
1. Message Playback  
During message playback on the base, press  
set the desired volume.  
or  
to  
2. Call screening  
Whilst the machine is idle or a message is being  
recorded, press  
or  
. When the highest or lowest  
level is reached you hear two beeps.  
Play, repeat, delete and skip  
The display shows the total number of messages and  
memos recorded.  
Press  
. The machine announces the number of  
messages and whether they are new or old.  
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The messages are played, starting with the first message  
received. New messages are always played first.  
During playback, press:  
to delete the current message.  
twice to delete all messages.  
once to repeat the current message, twice to play  
the previous message.  
to play the next message.  
to stop playback.  
Remote access  
You can operate your answering machine and listen to  
your messages from any modern phone by calling your  
BT Freestyle 7150 and entering a 4-digit security PIN.  
Set remote access code  
You can keep a note of your new  
remote access code by writing it in  
the space provided on page 77.  
Important! The pre-set PIN is 0000. BT recommend that  
you change the pre-set PIN immediately to prevent  
unauthorised callers from listening to your messages.  
1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll  
to ANSWER MACHINE  
and press OK.  
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2. Scroll  
to ANSWERSETTINGSand press OK. Scroll  
to  
CHANGEREMOTEACCESSPIN. Press OK.  
3. Enter the current PIN (pre-set: 0000). Press OK.  
4. Enter the new PIN, press SAVE. Enter it again and press  
SAVE to confirm. The new PIN is saved.  
5. Press  
to return to standby.  
Switch answering machine on remotely  
If you forget to switch on your answering machine, you  
can do it from another phone.  
Dial your phone number and let it ring. After 20 rings,  
your answering machine will switch on.  
Time saver  
If you have set the answer delay to Time Saver, your  
answering machine will answer after 2 rings if you have  
new messages. If you do not have new messages it will  
not answer until 6 rings. This enables you to hang up  
before you are connected, saving you the cost of a call.  
To set the answer delay, see page 45.  
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Operate your answering machine  
from another phone  
1. Dial your phone number. When you hear your outgoing  
message, press  
. You will hear “Please enter your  
security code”.  
If you enter your security code  
incorrectly, after the second  
attempt, your BT Freestyle 7150  
will announce: “Thank you for  
calling” and will hang up.  
2. Enter your 4-digit access PIN. If you have new messages,  
your machine announces “You have (n) new messages”,  
and they are played. Or you will hear “You have no new  
messages. To hear main menu, press 1.”  
Use the buttons on the keypad to operate your  
answering machine:  
hear the main menu  
play all messages  
play new messages  
press once to repeat the message or twice to play  
the previous message  
delete the message being played  
skip forward to the next message  
set answer mode  
play your outgoing message  
record a new outgoing message  
switch answering machine off/on.  
3. If you don’t give any instructions for 8 seconds, you will  
hear,“Thank you for calling”, and your BT Freestyle 7150  
will hang up.  
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Base display  
Display  
(BLANK)  
— —  
Meaning  
Power off.  
Power on, answering machine off.  
Answer machine ON, number of messages stored.  
00-XX  
01-XX(flashing) Answer machine ON, number of messages stored and  
at least one new message.  
01-XXalternating Answer machine ON, number of messages stored and  
with Ao  
set to Answer Only mode.  
Answering machine being accessed by a  
handset or another telephone.  
rA(flashing)  
F(flashing)  
Memory full.  
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Handset settings  
Day, date and time  
If you subscribe to your network’s Caller Display service,  
the date and time are set automatically on all handsets  
when your BT Freestyle 7150 receives its first call. If new  
handsets are then registered to the base, they will also  
receive the current date and time. However, to enable the  
answer machine to ‘date stamp’ your messages, you also  
have to set the day. The day has to be set manually using  
a handset. The date and time can also be set manually  
using a handset. If the mains power to the base is cut,  
the day, date and time are lost and will need to be reset.  
Setting day, date and time using a handset  
Time and date do not show on  
the display when there are missed  
calls/messages.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll to TIMEANDDATESETTINGSand  
press OK. Display shows SETDATE&TIME. Press OK.  
2. Use the keypad to enter the date, e.g.  
for 3rd June. Press SAVE.  
3. Enter the time (in 24-hour format), e.g.  
for 3.30pm. Press SAVE.  
4. Press , display shows SetDay. Press OK.  
5. Scroll  
or  
until the current day is highlighted, then  
press SAVE. The new time will not appear on the other  
handsets until they go on line or a call is received.  
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Ringer melody  
You can set your handset to different ringer melodies  
for External and Internal calls. Choose from 10 ringer  
melodies.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to HANDSETSETTINGS.  
Press OK. Display shows RINGERMELODY.  
2. Press OK. If required scroll or to select INTERNAL  
or EXTERNAL. Press OK. The current melody is displayed  
and played.  
3. Scroll UP or  
to the melody you want and press SAVE.  
Ringer volume  
You can choose between 5 volume levels and Off.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll to HANDSET SETTINGS.  
Press OK. Scroll DOWN to RINGER VOLUME.  
2. Press OK. Scroll or to select the volume level,  
You can also switch the handset  
ringer off and on by pressing and  
holding the  
button.  
which is played. Press SAVE.  
Handset name  
You can give each handset a name up to a maximum of  
15 characters, for example ‘Kitchen’. It will still display  
its handset number.  
If you use the CLEAR button to  
delete a handset name then press  
SAVE the handset will return to its  
original name, e.g. Handset 1.  
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Handset settings  
An indication of text or number  
mode will show at the bottom of  
the screen between CLEAR and  
SAVE.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to HANDSET SETTINGS.  
to NAME HANDSET.  
Press OK. Scroll  
2. Press OK. Use CLEAR and the keypad to enter the name  
you want, then press SAVE.  
Adjust contrast  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
2. Scroll to DISPLAY CONTRASTand press OK.  
3. Select the contrast setting by scrolling or  
to HANDSETSETTINGSand press OK.  
through  
the 8 levels displayed. Press SAVE to select the setting  
you want.  
Switch backlight on or off  
The handset display is backlit on all three handset  
options. You can choose whether you want the backlight  
on or off.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to HANDSETSETTINGSand press OK.  
2. Scroll to BACKLIGHTON/OFFand press OK.  
3. The current setting is indicated by a . Press UP or DOWN  
to highlight the setting you want and press SAVE.  
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Auto answer  
When you receive a call, you can answer it by lifting the  
handset off the base station. This is called auto answer.  
When you switch auto answer off, all calls must be  
answered by pressing  
.
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to HANDSET SETTINGS.  
Press OK. Scroll  
to AUTO TALK ON/OFF.  
2. Press OK. Press  
or  
to select ONor OFFthen press  
OK.  
Key beeps on/off  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to HANDSET SETTINGS.  
to KEY BEEPS ON/OFF.  
If the key beeps are set to ON, the  
handset will emit a beep whenever  
a button is pressed.  
Press OK. Scroll  
2. Press OK. Press  
or to select ONor OFF, then  
press OK.  
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Handset settings  
Alarm  
Alarm setting will only affect the  
handset it was set on.  
You can set a BT Freestyle 7150 handset to give an  
alarm ring.  
Switch alarm on or off  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to TIME & DATE SETTINGSand  
press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to ALARMand press OK. Display shows ALARM  
ON/OFF. Press OK.  
3. The current setting is indicated by a . Press  
or  
to highlight the setting you want and press OK.  
4. If you press ON, you can now enter the time at which  
you want your phone to ring using the 24 hour clock e.g.  
for 7.30pm and press SAVE.  
When the alarm is set a bell icon is shown on the handset  
display. To silence the alarm press any key. The alarm  
will sound daily until you switch it off via the Time  
Settings menu.  
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Setting melody for the alarm  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to TIME& DATE SETTINGSand  
The default melody for the alarm  
is Beeps.  
press OK.  
2. Scroll  
ON/OFF.  
to ALARMand press OK. Display shows ALARM  
3. Scroll  
to SETMELODYand press OK. The current  
melody is displayed and played.  
4. Scroll or to the melody you want and press SAVE.  
Handset default settings  
Settings  
Options  
Default setting  
Ringer melodies  
External  
10 ringtones  
Melody 1  
Melody 2  
Internal  
Handset ringer  
volume (both)  
5 levels and off  
5 levels  
5
Earpiece volume  
Auto answer  
Display contrast  
Backlight  
3
On/Off  
On  
5
8 levels  
On/Off  
On  
On  
Key Beeps  
On/Off  
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Base settings  
Ringer melody  
You can set your base to play one of 5 different ringer  
melodies.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to BASE SETTINGS.  
Press OK. Display shows RINGER MELODY.  
2. Press OK. Scroll  
or  
to the melody you want and  
press SAVE.  
Ringer volume  
You can choose between 5 volume levels and Off.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll to BASE SETTINGS.  
Press OK. Scroll DOWN to RINGER VOLUME.  
2. Press OK. Scroll or to select the volume level  
which is played. Press SAVE.  
Handset priority  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 is preset so that when you  
receive an incoming call, all handsets will ring. You can  
change this so that one handset will ring 2, 4, 6, or 8  
times before the others.  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to display BASE SETTINGSand  
press OK.  
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2. Scroll  
Use  
to HANDSETPRIORITYand press OK.  
or to select between:  
ALLHANDSETS– all handsets ring together.  
Press OK to confirm.  
SELECTEDHANDSET– one handset rings before the  
others. Display shows SELECTHANDSETand the handset  
numbers. Use  
want to ring before the others. Press OK. Display shows  
RING DELAY. Press or to choose 2, 4, 6, or 8 rings  
or  
to select the handset that you  
before the other handsets ring, then press OK to confirm.  
Dial mode  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 is pre-set to Tone dialling.  
You can switch to Pulse dialling which may be necessary  
if you are using your BT Freestyle 7150 with an older  
style switchboard.  
It is possible to switch from pulse  
to tone by pressing  
.
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to display BASE SETTINGSand  
press OK.  
2. Scroll  
is indicated with a . Press  
or PULSEand press OK to confirm.  
to DIALMODEand press OK. The current setting  
or to highlight TONE  
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Base settings  
Recall mode  
Recall is used with some switchboard features and some  
BT Calling Features.  
It is pre-set to Timed Break which is correct for direct  
exchange lines and most switchboards. For some  
switchboards you may need to select Earth (consult your  
switchboard supplier). When pulse dialling is chosen only  
earth break recall is available.  
To change the recall type:  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to display BASESETTINGSand  
press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to RECALL MODEand press OK.  
The current setting is indicated with a . Press  
or  
to highlight TIMED BREAKor EARTHand press OK to  
confirm.  
Base PIN  
Your base uses a 4-digit PIN as a security code when  
registering and de-registering new handsets. The default  
setting is 0000.  
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To change the PIN:  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to display BASESETTINGSand  
press OK. Scroll  
to CHANGESYSTEMPINand press OK.  
2. Enter the current PIN and press OK.  
3. Display shows ENTERNEWPIN. (Original setting 0000).  
Enter your new 4-digit PIN and press SAVE.  
4. Enter the new PIN again to confirm and press SAVE.  
Display shows SYSTEMPINCHANGED.  
Base setting defaults  
Setting  
Options  
Default  
1
Base ringer melody  
Base ringer volume  
Dial mode  
5 melodies  
5 levels and off  
Pulse and Tone  
5
Tone  
System PIN  
0000  
Recall mode  
Timed Break and Earth  
Time Break  
All handsets  
Handset priority  
All handsets or an  
individual handset  
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Additional handsets and bases  
Registering new handsets  
If registration fails, try again.  
If you still cannot get your handset  
to register, call the BT Freestyle  
Helpline on 0870 240 3962.  
You can register up to 5 handsets to your BT Freestyle  
7150 base.  
If you have purchased a Twin, Trio or Quad the  
handsets in these packs are already pre-registered to  
the main base.  
However, if you purchase additional BT Freestyle 7100  
handsets separately you will need to register them to the  
base for them to work.  
1. When you switch on a new BT Freestyle 7100 handset,  
the display shows REGISTER HANDSET?Press OK.  
Display shows SELECT BASE.  
2. Press  
or  
to select the base number and press OK.  
If the handset is new, then choose Base 1. If it has been  
registered to other bases, choose the first number not  
marked with a *  
3. Enter the base PIN (original setting 0000) and press OK.  
4. Press and hold the button on the base for around 10  
seconds. When the base beeps, release the button.  
.
The handset is automatically assigned the next available  
handset number. The handset will beep when registration  
has taken place.  
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De-registering a handset  
You can de-register any handset from a base using any  
handset registered to an in range base.  
Customer Helpline  
If you experience any difficulties  
please call the Helpline on  
0870 240 3962 or email  
1. Press MENU. Scroll  
to REGISTRATIONand press OK.  
Display shows REGISTER HANDSET. Press  
to display  
DE-REGISTER HANDSETand press OK.  
2. Enter the 4 digit base PIN (original setting 0000) and  
press OK. Press  
or  
to select the handset you want  
to de-register.  
3. Press OK. Display asks you to confirm de-registration.  
Press OK. Display confirms de-registration.  
Internal calls  
You can call other handsets registered to your  
BT Freestyle 7150 base.  
If you are making an internal call,  
and you receive an external call,  
any handset not in use will ring.  
1. Press  
. The other handset numbers are displayed.  
The handsets that are being used  
will beep in the earpiece. To take  
Press the navigation button to highlight the handset  
number you want, then press OK.  
the call, press  
to finish the  
internal call, then press  
the new call.  
to take  
2. To end the call, press  
.
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Transferring calls and 3-Way calls  
When you are on a call you can transfer it to another  
BT Freestyle 7150 handset. You can also bring another  
handset in on the call to have a 3-way call.  
Transferring a call  
When you are on a call:–  
You can’t use the  
button  
until the caller timer is shown in  
the display.  
1. Press  
, the display shows CALLHANDSETand the other  
handset numbers.  
2. Use the or buttons to select the handset you want  
to transfer the call to, then press OK.  
Alternatively, just press the number of the handset you  
want, e.g. to call handset 2 press  
. The external party  
is put on hold and the called handset rings.  
If the other handset doesn’t  
answer you can stop the ringing  
and retrieve the original call by  
pressing Switch.  
3. When the second handset answers you will be able to  
speak to them without the external party hearing. To  
transfer the call just hang up on the originating handset.  
3-Way calls  
When you are on a call:–  
1. Press  
, the display shows CALLHANDSETand the other  
You can’t use the  
until the caller timer is shown in  
the display.  
button  
handset numbers.  
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2. Use the  
or  
buttons to select the handset you want  
to bring in on the call, then press OK. Alternatively, just  
press the number of the handset you want, e.g. to call  
handset 2 press  
. The external party is put on hold  
and the called handset rings.  
3. When the second handset answers you will be able to  
speak to them without the external party hearing.  
If the other handset doesn’t  
answer you can stop the ringing  
and retrieve the original call by  
pressing Switch.  
4. You can now speak to either party individually, pressing  
Switch to alternate between the two, or press Join to  
bring all three parties together. Either handset can leave  
the call at any time just by hanging up.  
Using additional bases  
You can use your handsets with up to 4 different bases.  
When you have registered a handset to more than one  
base, you can switch between bases.  
1. Press MENU. Press  
to scroll to HANDSET SETTINGS.  
Press OK, then scroll  
to SELECTBASEand press OK.  
All bases your handset is registered with are displayed.  
The current base is ticked.  
2. Scroll  
to the base you want to use and press OK.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Help  
Replacing the handset batteries  
After a time, you may find that the handset batteries are running out of charge more  
quickly. This is a standard sign of wear and the batteries will need replacing.  
For spare AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries please contact the BT Freestyle Helpline  
0870 240 3962.  
1. Slide off the battery compartment  
cover. Install the batteries as shown.  
2. Slide the battery compartment cover  
back into place.  
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Do not immerse the batteries in water, throw them onto a fire, or dispose of them with  
ordinary domestic refuse.  
Never use non-rechargeable batteries. Only fit rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH)  
AAA. Using the wrong type of batteries will invalidate your guarantee and may damage  
the phone.  
BT accepts no responsibility for damage caused to your BT Freestyle 7150 by using any  
other type of battery.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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No display appears  
The handset may be switched off.  
Press and release the  
button to switch the handset on.  
The batteries may be flat, dead or incorrectly inserted. Recharge, replace or renew the  
batteries.  
No dial tone  
Make sure your handset is registered to the base and within range of the base.  
Is the telephone cord of the base plugged into the phone socket?  
Check that the base station is connected to the mains power and switched on.  
You cannot link up with the base station  
Does the display show Out of Range? If so, you are out of range of the base the handset  
is registered to or power is off at the base.  
Batteries could be low or flat.  
If using more than one base station, check that you have the correct base selected.  
Handset does not ring  
The ringer volume may be switched off (if it is there will be a icon on the display).  
Press and hold  
to switch it off and on. To adjust the ringer volume on the handset,  
see page 55.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Help  
Check that the base station is plugged into the phone socket and mains power and  
switched on.  
Buzzing noise on my radio, TV, computer  
Sometimes your BT Freestyle 7150 can interfere with other electrical equipment if it is  
placed too close.  
It is recommended that you position your BT Freestyle 7150 at least one metre away from  
such appliances to avoid any risk of interference.  
Possible problems with SMS  
SMS messages cannot be sent and screen displays UNABLETOSEND  
The base station power supply or telephone line cord might not be properly connected.  
Check that the base station power supply is plugged into the mains socket and switched  
on and that the telephone is plugged into the telephone wall socket.  
There might be a fault on the line. Check your telephone line is working properly.  
You might have deleted the Service Centre number in error. Refer to pages 37–38 for  
instructions on how to enter the number.  
Your SMS memory might be full. Delete unwanted text messages, see page 36.  
More than one SMS product plugged into the line. Remove other products.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Cannot send text  
Check service centre number is correct including 1470 prefix, see page 37.  
Check call barring (option 4) is not activated on your line if you have the call barring  
service rented from BT.  
Cannot receive text  
Check service centre number is correct, see page 37.  
Ensure you have subscribed to a Caller Display service and that it is active. You can  
check this by noting if your phone displays data regarding your caller’s number when  
you receive an incoming call.  
Handset is registered to the SMS service and text has been previously sent and  
received but you are now only receiving incoming messages as voice text  
This may be due to your handset being de-registered. All you need to do is type Register  
and send it to 00000. You will receive a confirmation message back. This assumes that  
your Caller Display service is active and working on your line.  
Messages sent to 00000 are not charged for.  
Further help and advice for SMS related queries on BT lines:  
BT Residential customers – call 151, choose option 2, when prompted by the Fault  
Management Service select option 2, input your phone number on the handset and wait  
to speak to a customer adviser.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Help  
BT Business customers – call 154, choose option 2, when prompted by the Fault  
Management Service select option 2, input your phone number on the handset and wait  
to speak to a customer adviser.  
For other telephone service providers, please contact their customer services.  
General sales enquiries:  
BT Residential lines – call 150. BT Business lines – call 152.  
For other telephone service providers, please contact their customer services.  
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Billing enquiries:  
Refer to the telephone number shown on your telephone bill.  
Other functions and services available from the SMS service  
By sending the following commands to the BT text self administration facility you can  
control functions and capabilities in your SMS phone and the way messages are handled.  
Press MENU, then OK twice. Type in the following commands (depending upon what  
you wish to do) and send to 00000.  
This will enable you to opt out from receiving voice text messages.  
Note: Messages sent to 00000 are not charged for.  
Turns off the opt out option.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Turns on permanent voice text message delivery to your phone. This means  
all incoming text is delivered as voice text.  
Turns off permanent voice text message delivery.  
If you are sending a message from a fixed line phone to another fixed line phone.  
Forces a message sent to be delivered as voice text even though the recipient  
may have an SMS enabled phone and usually receives written text.  
This command is inserted at the start of the message and applies only to that message,  
e.g.  
“Hello I will be home late”.  
If you are sending a message from a fixed line phone and require a status report.  
Will allow a status report to be sent back to you when you have sent a  
message to confirm delivery. Place  
at the start of your text message.  
Write the message and send it. You will receive a reply text back to your phone giving  
the status report for that message.  
Customer Helpline  
If you experience any difficulties please call the BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240 3962  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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General information  
IMPORTANT  
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a  
serious risk of explosion and/or the release of  
highly toxic chemicals.  
This equipment is not designed for making  
emergency telephone calls when the power fails.  
Alternative arrangements should be made for  
access to emergency services.  
Cleaning  
Simply clean the handset and base with a damp  
(not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe. Never use  
household polish as this will damage the product.  
Never use a dry cloth as this may cause a static  
shock.  
General  
Only use the power supply included with the  
product. Using an unauthorised power supply will  
invalidate your guarantee and may damage the  
telephone.  
Environmental  
Only use approved AAA NiMH rechargeable  
batteries.  
Do not expose to direct sunlight.  
Do not open the handset or base. This could  
expose you to high voltages or other risks.  
Contact the BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240  
3962 for all repairs.  
The product may heat up when the batteries are  
being recharged. This is normal. However, we  
recommend that you do not place the product on  
antique/veneered wood to avoid damage.  
Radio signals transmitted between the handset  
and base may cause interference to hearing aids.  
Do not stand your product on carpets or other  
surfaces which generate fibres, or place it in  
locations preventing the free flow of air over its  
surfaces.  
It is recommended that advice from a qualified  
medical expert be sought before using this  
product in the vicinity of emergency/intensive  
care medical equipment.  
Do not submerge any part of your product in  
water and do not use it in damp conditions, such  
as bathrooms.  
It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker  
fitted you check with a medical expert before  
using this product.  
Do not expose your product to fire, explosive or  
other hazardous conditions.  
Your product may interfere with other electrical  
equipment, eg. TV and radio sets, and computers  
if placed too close. It is recommended that you  
place your product at least 1 metre away from such  
appliances to minimise any risk of interference.  
There is a slight chance that your phone could be  
damaged by an electrical storm. We recommend  
that you unplug the power adaptor and  
telephone line cord from the base for the  
duration of the storm.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Product disposal instructions  
Technical information  
The symbol shown here and on the product  
means that the product is classed as Electrical or  
Electronic Equipment and should not be disposed  
with other household or commercial waste at the  
end of its working life.  
How many telephones can you have?  
All items of telephone equipment have a Ringer  
Equivalence Number (REN), which is used to  
calculate the number of items which may be  
connected to any other telephone line. Your BT  
Freestyle 7150 has a REN of 1. A total REN of 4  
is allowed. If the total REN of 4 is exceeded, the  
telephone may not ring.  
The Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment  
(WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) has been put in  
place to recycle products using best available  
recovery and recycling techniques to minimise  
the impact on the environment, treat any  
hazardous substances and avoid the increasing  
landfill.  
With different telephone types there is no  
guarantee of ringing, even when the REN is less  
than 4.  
Product disposal instructions for residential users  
Switchboard compatibility  
When you have no further use for it, please  
remove any batteries and dispose of them and  
the product as per your local authority’s recycling  
processes. For more information please contact  
your local authority or the retailer where the  
product was purchased.  
This product is intended for use within the UK for  
connection to public telephone network and  
compatible switchboards, which support tone  
dialling and timed break recall. If in doubt please  
consult your network service provider.  
Switchboard external line access code  
Product disposal instructions for business users  
You may need to enter an access code (e.g. 9) in  
order to get an outside line. So that the  
switchboard has time to pick up an outside line,  
you may also need to add a ‘pause’ after the  
access code.  
Business users should contact their suppliers and  
check the terms and conditions of the purchase  
contract and ensure that this product is not  
mixed with other commercial waste for disposal.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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General information  
Insert a ‘pause’ in a stored number  
Guarantee  
Your BT Freestyle 7150 is guaranteed for a period  
of 12 months from the date of purchase.  
If you need to add a pause in the dialling  
sequence, follow the example given below:  
Subject to the terms listed below, the guarantee  
will provide for the repair of, or at BT’s or its  
agent’s discretion the option to replace the BT  
Freestyle 7150, or any component thereof, (other  
than batteries), which is identified as faulty or  
below standard, or as a result of inferior  
workmanship of materials. Products over 28 days  
old from the date of purchase may be replaced  
with a refurbished product.  
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0870 240 3962  
Switchboard code  
for an outside line  
Pause inserted in  
dialling sequence  
Rest of  
number  
When storing a number, at the point you want  
to insert a pause, press and hold until P  
is displayed. You can enter as any pauses  
as required.  
R&TTE Directive  
The conditions of this guarantee are:  
This equipment complies with the essential  
requirements for the Radio Equipment and  
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment  
Directive (1999/5/EC).  
The guarantee shall only apply to defects that  
occur within the 12 month guarantee period.  
Proof of purchase is required.  
The equipment is returned to BT or its agent as  
instructed.  
In demonstration with the Essential Requirement  
for efficient use of the radio spectrum, the  
product complies with EN301 406.  
This guarantee does not cover any faults or  
defects caused by accidents, misuse, fair wear  
and tear, neglect, tampering with the equipment,  
or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than  
through approved agents.  
For a copy of the Declaration of Conformity  
please contact the BT Freestyle Helpline  
on 0870 240 3962 or email  
This guarantee does not affect your statutory  
rights.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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Within the 12 month guarantee period:  
For your records  
If you experience difficulty using the product,  
prior to returning it, please read the ‘Help’  
section beginning on page 68, or contact the  
BT Freestyle Helpline on 0870 240 3962,  
9am–5.30pm, Monday to Friday and  
Date of purchase:  
Place of purchase:  
Serial number:  
9.30am–2.30pm on Saturdays, or email  
In the unlikely event of a defect occurring, please  
follow the Helpline’s instructions for replacement  
or repair.  
For guarantee purposes proof of purchase is  
required so please keep your receipt.  
Outside of the 12 month guarantee period:  
If your product needs repair after the guarantee  
period has ended, the repair must meet the  
approval requirements for connection to the  
telephone network. We recommend that you  
contact BT’s approved repair agent, Helpdesk  
Solutions on 08702 405 029 or a local qualified  
repairer.  
Enter your base PIN here:  
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(See pages 62–63 for more information)  
Returning your product  
Enter your remote access PIN here:  
If the Helpline is unable to remedy your problem  
they will ask you to return the product. Where  
possible, pack the product in its original  
packaging. Please remember to include all parts,  
including the line cords, power supply units and  
the original batteries. Please note that we cannot  
take responsibility for goods damaged in transit.  
Please obtain and keep proof of posting from the  
Post Office or other carrier.  
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(See page 50 for more information)  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
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General information  
Additional/Replacement Items  
For a full range of items, including additional  
handsets for either the BT Freestyle 6000 range  
or BT Freestyle 2000, 4000 and 7000, please call  
0870 240 3962.  
If you experience any problems, please call the Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email [email protected]  
Offices worldwide  
The telecommunications services described in this publication are  
subject to availability and may be modified from time to time.  
Services and equipment are provided subject to British  
Telecommunications plc’s respective standard conditions of contract.  
Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract.  
© British Telecommunications plc 2005.  
Registered Office: 81 Newgate Street, London EC1A 7AJ.  
Registered in England No. 1800000.  
BT Freestyle 7150 (11/05) 3.1  
Designed and produced by The Art & Design Partnership Ltd.  
Printed in China  

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