1 Important safety instructions
Declaration of conformity
Compliance with EMF
6
21
batteries
Delete a record
9
Overview of the phone
Display icons
14
8 Call log
Display the date and time
What is standby mode?
Switch your handset On/Off
Delete a call record
Return a call
22
Save a redial record to the phonebook 23
4 Calls
16
Make a call
End a call
Answer a call
10 Self-defined settings
Personalize the sounds
24
Answer a second call
Toggle between two calls
external callers
11 Call features
Dial mode
25
26
26
Carrier code
First ring
ECO mode
5 Intercom and conference calls
Make a call to another handset
Transfer a call
17
17
17
Make a conference call
EN
3
• Do not expose the phone to excessive heat
1 Important safety
instructions
caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight.
• Do not drop your phone or allow objects to
fall on your phone.
• Do not use any cleaning agents containing
alcohol, ammonia, benzene, or abrasives as
these may harm the set.
Power requirements
• Do not use the product in places where there
•
This product requires an electrical supply
of 100-240 volts AC. In case of power
failure, the communication can be lost.
are explosive hazards.
• Do not let small metal objects come into
contact with the product. This can deteriorate
audio quality and damage the product.
•
The voltage on the network is classified
as TNV-3 (Telecommunication Network
Voltages), as defined in the standard EN
60950.
• Active mobile phones in the vicinity may cause
interference.
• Metallic objects may be retained if placed near
or on the handset receiver.
Warning
About operating and storage temperatures
• The Electrical network is classified as
hazardous. The only way to power down the
charger is to unplug the power supply from
the electrical outlet. Ensure that the electrical
outlet is always easily accessible.
•
•
•
Operate in a place where temperature is
always between 0°C to +35°C (32°F to
95°F).
Store in a place where temperature is
always between -20°C and +45°C (-4° F
to 113° F).
To avoid damage or malfunction
Caution
Battery life may be shortened in low
temperature conditions.
• Use only the power supply listed in the user
instructions.
• Use only the batteries listed in the user
instructions.
Declaration of conformity
• Do not allow the charging contacts or the battery
Hereby Philips Consumer Lifestyle, P&A,
declares that the SE170/SE175 is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
You can find the Declaration of Conformity on
to come into contact with metal objects.
• Do not open the handset, base station or charger
as you could be exposed to high voltages.
• Do not allow the charger to come into contact
with liquids.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an
incorrect type.
This product has been designed, tested and
manufactured according the European R&TTE
directive 1999/5/EC. Following this directive,
this product can be brought into service in the
following countries:
• Dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
• Always use the cables provided with the
product.
• For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet
shall be installed near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible.
• Handsfree activation could suddenly increase the
volume in the earpiece to a very high level: make
sure the handset is not too close to your ear.
• This equipment is not designed to make
emergency calls when the power fails. An
alternative has to be made available to allow
emergency calls.
EN
5
Use GAP standard
compliance
Disposal of your old product
and batteries
The GAP standard guarantees that all DECT™
GAP handsets and base stations comply with
a minimum operating standard irrespective of
their make.The handset and base station are
GAP compliant, which means they guarantee
the minimum functions: register a handset,
take the line, make a call and receive a call.The
advanced features may not be available if you
use them with other makes.To register and use
this handset with a GAP compliant base station
of different make, first follow the procedure
described in the manufacturer’s instructions,
then follow the procedure described in this
manual for registering a handset.To register a
handset from different make to the base station,
put the base station in registration mode, then
follow the procedure described in the handset
manufacturer’s instructions.
Your product is designed and manufactured
with high quality materials and components,
which can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is
attached to a product it means that the product
is covered by the European Directive 2002/96/
EC. Please inform yourself about the local
separate collection system for electrical and
electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules and
do not dispose of your old products with your
normal household waste.
Correct disposal of your old product helps to
prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
Compliance with EMF
Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. manufactures
and sells many products targeted at consumers,
which, like any electronic apparatus, in
general have the ability to emit and receive
electromagnetic signals.
Your product contains batteries covered by the
European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot
be disposed with normal household waste.
One of Philips’ leading Business Principles is to
take all necessary health and safety measures
for our products, to comply with all applicable
legal requirements and to stay well within
the EMF standards applicable at the time of
producing the products.
Please inform yourself about the local rules
on separate collection of batteries because
correct disposal helps to prevent negative
consequences for the environmental and
human health.
Philips is committed to develop, produce and
market products that cause no adverse health
effects. Philips confirms that if its products are
handled properly for their intended use, they
are safe to use according to scientific evidence
available today.
When this logo is attached to a product, it
means a financial contribution has been paid to
the associated national recovery and recycling
system.
Philips plays an active role in the development
of international EMF and safety standards,
enabling Philips to anticipate further
developments in standardization for early
integration in its products.
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EN
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging has been omitted.
We have tried to make the packaging easy to
separate into three materials: cardboard (box),
polystyrene foam (buffer) and polyethylene
(bags, protective foam sheet.)
Your system consists of materials which can
be recycled and reused if disassembled by
a specialized company. Please observe the
local regulations regarding the disposal of
packaging materials, exhausted batteries and old
equipment.
Your product contains batteries covered by the
European Directive 2006/66/EC, which cannot
be disposed of with normal household waste.
Please inform yourself about the local rules on
separate collection of batteries.The correct
disposal of batteries helps prevent potentially
negative consequences on the environment and
human health.
EN
7
Overview of the phone
Line cord*
Guarantee
User Manual
Quick start guide
Note
• *In some countries, you have to connect the
line adapter to the line cord, then plug the line
cord to the telephone socket.
Note
• **In multi-handset packs, there are additional
handsets and chargers and power adapters.
EN
9
1
2
Earpiece
BACK
15
OK
• Confirm selection.
• Delete text or
digits.
• Enter the options
menu.
• Cancel operation.
• Scroll up on the
menu.
16
17
Buzzer
Battery
door
3
4
• Increase the
earpiece volume.
• Enter the call log.
• Scroll down on the
menu.
Overview of the base station
SE170
• Decrease the
earpiece volume.
• Enter the
phonebook.
5
• End the call.
• Exit the menu/
operation.
• Press and hold to
turn the handset
on/off.
6
7
8
R
• Send the flash signal.
• Enter redial list.
• Press and hold to
enter a pause to
REDIAL
Key
1
Name Descriptions
make a predial call
(see “Make a call” in
the Calls section).
• Find handsets.
• Enter registration mode.
• Press and hold to
turn the ringer on/
off.
SE175
9
INT
• Make the intercom
call.
• Press and hold to
make a conference
call.
10
11
Microphone
• Mute/unmute the
microphone.
12
13
14
• Press and hold to
lock/unlock keypad.
• Access the main
menu.
• Make and receive
calls.
MENU
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1
2
Loudspeaker
/
Display icons
• Increase/decrease
the speaker
In standby mode, the icons shown on the main
screen tell you what features are available on
your handset.
volume.
• Turn the answering
machine on/off.
3
4
5
• Delete messages.
Icon
Descriptions
/
• Skip forward/
backward during
playback.
When the handset is off the base
station/charger, the bars indicate
the battery level (full, medium
and low).
When the handset is on the base
station/charger, the bars keep
scrolling until charging completes.
The empty battery icon flashes
and you hear an alert tone.
The battery is low and needs
recharging..
It displays the link status between
the handset and base station. The
more bars are shown, the better
the signal strength is.
6
7
• Play messages.
• Stop messages
playback.
Flashing at 1 second
interval:
LED
indicator
• Unread messages.
• Ongoing remote
operation through
the handset.
Fast flashing at 0.5
second interval:
• The answering
machine memory
is full.
The call is in progress.
The alarm is activated.
The ringer is off.
Call log
Steady On:
• The answering
machine is on.
• Ongoing answering
machine operation.
• Find handsets
Answering machine
There is an unheard voice
message.
8
• Enter registration
mode
Scroll up for more options
Scroll down for more options
More digits or characters on the
right
ECO
The ECO mode is activated.
EN 11
3 Get started
Caution
• Ensure you have read the safety instructions in
the “Important” section before you connect
and install your handset.
Connect the base station
Warning
• Risk of product damage! Ensure that the
power supply voltage corresponds to the
voltage printed on the back or the underside
of the phone.
• Use only the supplied power adapter to charge
the batteries.
Install the handset
Caution
Note
• Risk of explosion! Keep batteries away from
heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard batteries
in fire.
• If you subscribe to the digital subscriber line
(DSL) high speed internet service through
your telephone line, ensure you install a DSL
filter between the telephone line cord and
the power socket.. The filter prevents noise
and caller ID problems caused by the DSL
interference. For more information on the DSL
filters, contact your DSL service provider.
• The type plate is located on the bottom of the
base station.
• Use only the supplied batteries.
• Risk of decreased battery life! Never mix
different brands or types of batteries.
Note
• Charge the batteries for 16 hours before first
use.
1 Connect each end of the power adapter
to:
Warning
•
•
the DC input jack at the bottom of the
base station;
• Check the battery polarity when inserting in
the battery compartment. Incorrect polarity
may damage the product.
the power socket on the wall.
2 Connect each end of the power adapter
a The batteries are pre-installed in the
handset. Pull the battery tape off from
the battery door before charging.
to (for multi handset packs):
•
•
the DC input jack at the bottom of the
extra handset charger.
the power socket on the wall.
3 Connect each end of the line cord to:
•
the telephone socket at the bottom of
the base station;
•
the telephone socket on the wall.
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The handset turns off if the batteries are empty.
If you are on the phone, you hear warning
tones when the batteries are almost empty.The
call gets disconnected after the warning.
b Place the handset on the base station to
charge the handset. When the handset
is placed correctly on the base station,
your hear a docking sound.
» The handset starts charging.
Set the country
To make the phone work, select your country.
1 When you see the welcome message,
press OK.
2 Select your country, press OK to confirm.
» The country setting is saved.
3 Set the date and time.
» The phone is now ready to use.
» To set the date and time later, press
BACK to skip this setting.
Set the date and time
1 Press MENU.
Note
2 Select [CLOCK&ALARM] > [DATE/
• If the handset becomes warm when the
batteries are being charged, it is normal.
TIME], then press OK to confirm.
3 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
date, then press OK to confirm.
» On the handset, the time set menu is
displayed.
Check the battery level
4 Press the numeric buttons to enter the
time.
The battery icon displays the current battery
level.
•
If the time is in 12-hour format, press
to select [AM] or [PM].
/
When the handset is off the base
station/charger, the bars indicate
the battery level (full, medium
and low).
5 Press OK to confirm.
When the handset is on the base
station/charger, the bars keep
scrolling until charging completes.
The empty battery icon flashes.
The battery is low and needs
recharging.
EN 13
Set the date and time format
1 Press MENU.
Switch your handset On/Off
•
Press and hold
handset. The handset’s screen turns off.
to switch off the
2 Select [CLOCK&ALARM] > [SET
FORMAT], then press OK to confirm.
Note
3 Select [DATE FORMAT] or [TIME
FORMAT].
• When the handset is switched off, no call can
be received.
4 Select the setting. Select [DD/MM] or
[MM/DD] as the date display and [12
HOURS] or [24 HOURS] as the time
display. Then press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
•
Press and hold
handset. It takes a few seconds for the
handset to power up.
to switch on the
Display the date and time
1 Press and hold OK.
2 Press and hold OK again to display the
handset name.
What is standby mode?
Your phone is in standby mode when it is idle.
The standby screen displays the handset name
and number/date and time, signal icon, and
battery icon.
Check the signal strength
It displays the link status between
the handset and base station. The
more bars are shown, the better
the signal strength is.
•
•
Ensure the handset is linked to the base
station before you make or receive calls
and carry out the phone functions and
features.
If you hear warning tones when you are
on the phone, the handset is almost out
of battery or the handset is out of range.
Charge the battery or move the handset
nearer to the base station.
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Call from the redial list
4 Calls
You can make a call from the redial list.
Tip
Note
• For more information, see “Redial a call” in the
Redial list section.
• When the power fails, the phone cannot
access emergency services.
Tip
Call from the phonebook
• Check the signal strength before you make
a call or when you are in a call. For more
information, see “Check the signal strength” in
the Get started section.
You can make a call from the phonebook list.
Tip
• For more information, see “Call from the
phonebook” in the Phonebook section.
Make a call
You can make a call in these ways:
Call from the call log
•
•
•
•
•
•
Quick call
Dial before you call
Redial the most recent number
Call from the redial list.
Call from the phonebook list
Call from the call log
You can return a call from the received or
missed call log.
Tip
• For more information, see “Return a call” in
the Call log section.
Quick call
1 Press
.
Note
2 Dial the phone number.
» The number is dialed out.
» The duration of your current call is
displayed.
• The call timer displays the talk time of your
current call.
Note
Dial before you call
• If you hear warning tones, the handset is
almost out of battery or the handset is out
of range. Charge the battery or move the
handset nearer to the base station.
1 Dial the phone number
•
•
To erase a digit, press BACK.
To enter a pause, press and hold .
2 Press
to dial out the call.
Redial the most recent number
End a call
1 Press
.
You can end a call in these ways:
2 Press REDIAL.
•
•
Press
; or
3 Press
.
Place the handset to the base station
or charging cradle.
» The most recent number is then dialed
out.
EN 15
Answer a call
When the phone rings, press
the call.
Make a second call
to answer
Note
• This service is network dependent.
Note
• The caller ID service is available if you have
registered to the caller ID service with your
service provider.
1 Press R during a call.
» The first call is put on hold.
2 Dial the second number.
» The number displayed on the screen is
dialed out.
Tip
• When there is a missed call, the handset
displays a notification message.
Answer a second call
Note
Turn off the ringer for all incoming
calls
• This service is network dependent.
There are two ways to turn off the ringer:
When there is a periodical beep to notify you
of an incoming call, you can answer the call in
these ways:
1 Press and hold in standby mode.
»
displays on the screen.
1 Press R and
to answer the call.
» The first call is put on hold, and you
2 When the phone rings, press BACK.
are now connected to the second call.
2 Press R and
to end the current call
and answer the second call.
Adjust the earpiece volume
Press or to adjust the volume during a call.
The earpiece volume is adjusted and the phone
is back to the call screen.
Toggle between two calls
1 Press R and
.
» The current call is put on hold, and you
Mute the microphone
are now connected to the other call.
1 Press during a call.
» The handset displays [MUTE ON].
Make a conference call with
the external callers
» The caller cannot hear you, but you
can still hear his voice.
2 Press again to unmute the microphone.
» You can now communicate with the
caller.
Note
• This service is network dependent. Check with
the service provider for additional charges.
When you are connected to two calls, press R,
then
.
» The two calls are combined and a
conference call is established.
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Toggle between calls
5 Intercom and
conference calls
Press INT to switch between the outside call
and the intercom call.
An intercom call is a call to another handset
that shares the same base station.A conference
call involves a conversation among you, another
handset user and the outside callers.
Transfer a call
1 Press INT during a call.
2 Select a handset number, then press OK
to confirm.
3 Press
when the other side answers
Make a call to another handset
your call.
» The call is now transferred to the
Note
selected handset.
• If the base station only has 2 registered
handsets, press INT to make a call to another
handset.
Make a conference call
1 Press INT.
» The handsets available for intercom are
displayed.
A 3-way conference call is a call between you,
another handset user and the outside callers. It
requires two handsets to share the same base
station.
2 Select a handset number, then press OK
to confirm.
» The selected handset rings.
During an external call
3 Press
on the selected handset.
» The intercom is established.
1 Press INT to initiate an internal call.
» The handsets available for intercom are
displayed.
4 Press to cancel or end the intercom
call.
» The external caller is put on hold.
Note
2 Select a handset number, then press OK
to confirm.
• If the selected handset is occupied in a call, you
hear a busy tone.
» The selected handset rings.
3 Press
on the selected handset.
» The intercom is established.
While you are on the phone
4 Press and hold INT on your handset.
» You are now on a 3-way conference
call with the external call and the
selected handset.
You can go from one handset to another
during a call:
1 Press INT.
2 The current caller is put on hold.
5 Press
to end the conference call.
3 Select a handset number, then press OK
to confirm.
» Wait for the other side to answer your
call.
EN 17
During the conference call
1 Press INT to put the external call on hold
and go back to the internal call.
» The external call is put on hold.
2 Press INT to toggle between the external
and internal call.
3 Press and hold INT to establish the
conference call again.
Note
• If a handset hangs up during the conference
call, the other handset remains connected to
the external call.
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Key
0
1
2
3
Characters (for Greek)
0
space - 1
A B Γ 2
6 Text and
numbers
Δ E Z 3
4
H Θ | 4
You can enter text and numbers for handset
name, phonebook records, and other menu items.
5
6
7
K Λ M 5
N Ξ O 6
Π P Σ 7
Enter text and numbers
8
9
T Y Φ 8
X Ψ Ω 9
1 Press once or several times on the
alphanumeric key to enter the selected
character.
Key
0
Characters (for Polish)
0
2 Press BACK to delete the character.
1
2
space - 1
A B C 2
Press
right.
/
to move the cursor left and
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
D E F 3
G H I 4
J K L Ł 5
M N O 6
P Q R S 7
T U V 8
Key
0
Characters
0
1
2
3
4
space - 1
A B C 2
D E F 3
G H I 4
J K L 5
W X Y Z 9
5
6
7
8
9
M N O 6
P Q R S 7
T U V 8
W X Y Z 9
* ? / \ ( )
# ‘ , - . &
Key
Characters (for
Norwegian/Danish)
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0 Ø
space - 1
A Æ B C 2
D E F 3
G H I 4
J K L 5
M N O 6
P Q R S 7
T U V 8
W X Y Z 9
EN 19
2 Press the alphanumerical key that
corresponds to the character.
» The first record that starts with this
character is displayed.
7 Phonebook
This phone has a phonebook that stores up to
50 records.You can access the phonebook from
the handset. Each record can have a name up
to 12 characters long and a number up to 24
digits long.
Call from the phonebook
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook list.
View the phonebook
2 Select a contact in the phonebook list.
3 Press
to make the call.
Note
• You can view the phonebook on one handset
only each time.
Access the phonebook during
a call
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook list.
1 Press OK, select [PHONEBOOK] then
press OK again to confirm.
2 Select a contact and view the available
information.
2 Select the contact, then press OK to
confirm.
» The number can be viewed.
Search a record
Add a record
You can search the phonebook records in these
ways:
•
•
Scroll the contacts list.
Note
Enter the first character of the contact.
• If your phonebook memory is full, the handset
displays a notification message. Delete some
records to add new ones.
Scroll the contact list
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook list.
1 Press MENU
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [NEW
ENTRY], then press OK to confirm.
2 press and to scroll through the
phonebook list.
3 Enter the name, then press OK to
confirm.
4 Enter the number, then press OK to
Enter the first character of a contact
1 Press or press MENU >
[PHONEBOOK] > [LIST] to access the
phonebook list.
confirm.
» Your new record is saved.
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Tip
Delete all records
1 Press MENU.
• Press and hold to insert a pause.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [DELETE
ALL], press OK to confirm.
» The handset displays a confirmation
request.
Note
• The phonebook only saves new number entry.
3 Press OK to confirm.
Tip
» All records (except the 2 direct access
memory records) are deleted.
• For more information on how to edit the
numbers and name, see the section on Text
and numbers.
Direct access memory
You have 2 direct access memories (Keys
1 and 2).To dial the saved phone number
automatically, press and hold on the keys in
standby mode.
Edit a record
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [EDIT
Depending on your country, Keys 1 and 2 are
preset to [1_VOICEMAIL] (voice mail number)
and [2_INFO SVC] (information service
ENTRY], then press OK to confirm.
3 Select the contact, then press OK to
confirm.
number) of your network operator respectively.
4 Edit the name, then press OK to confirm.
Edit the direct access memory
1 Press MENU > [PHONEBOOK] >
[EDIT ENTRY], then press OK to
confirm.
5 Edit the number, then press OK to
confirm.
» The record is saved.
» The 2 direct access memory records
are displayed at the top of the contact
list.
Delete a record
1 Press MENU.
2 Select a direct memory access record.
2 Select [PHONEBOOK] > [DELETE],
3 Edit the name (except 1_ and 2_), then
then press OK to confirm.
press OK to confirm.
3 Select a contact, then press OK to
4 Edit the number, then press OK to
confirm.
confirm.
» The handset displays a confirmation
» Your new record is saved.
request.
4 Press OK to confirm.
» The record is deleted.
EN 21
8 Call log
Delete a call record
1 Press .
The call log stores the call history of all missed
or received calls.The incoming call history
includes the name and number of the caller,
call time and date.This feature is available if you
have registered to the caller ID service with
your service provider.
» The incoming call log is displayed.
2 Select a record, then press OK to
confirm.
3 Select [DELETE], then press OK to
confirm
» The handset displays a confirmation
Your phone can store up to 10 call records.The
call log icon on the handset flashes to remind
you of any unanswered calls. If the caller allows
the display of his identity, you can view his
name or number.The call records are displayed
in chronological order with the most recent
received call at the top of the list.
requests.
4 Press OK to confirm.
» The record is deleted.
Delete all call records
Note
• Ensure the number in the call list is valid before
you can call back directly from the call list.
1 Press .
» The incoming call log is displayed.
2 Press OK to enter the options menu.
3 Select [DELETE ALL], then press OK to
confirm
View the call records
» The handset displays a confirmation
1 Press
.
requests.
» The incoming call log is displayed.
4 Press OK to confirm.
2 Select a record, then press OK and select
» All records are deleted.
[VIEW] for more available information.
Return a call
Save a call record to the
phonebook
1 Press .
2 Select a record on the list.
1 Press .
3 Press
to make the call.
» The incoming call log is displayed.
2 Select a record, then press OK to
confirm.
3 Select [SAVE NUMBER], then press OK
to confirm.
4 Enter and edit the name, then press OK
to confirm.
5 Enter and edit the number, then press
OK to confirm.
» The record is saved.
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9 Redial list
Delete a redial record
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
The redial list stores the call history of dialed
calls. It includes the names and/or numbers you
have called.This phone can store up to 5 redial
records.
calls.
2 Select a record, then press OK to
confirm.
3 Select [DELETE], then press OK to
confirm.
» The handset displays a confirmation
View the redial records
request.
4 Press OK to confirm.
Press REDIAL.
» The record is deleted.
Redial a call
1 Press REDIAL.
Delete all redial records
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
2 Select the record you want to call. Press
calls.
.
2 Press OK to enter the options menu.
» The number is dialed out.
3 Select [DELETE ALL], then press OK to
confirm.
4
The handset displays a confirmation
request.
Save a redial record to the
phonebook
5 Press OK to confirm.
» All records are deleted.
1 Press REDIAL to enter the list of dialed
calls.
2 Select a record, then Press OK to
confirm.
3 Select [SAVE NUMBER], then press OK
to confirm.
4 Enter and edit the name, then press OK
to confirm.
5 Enter and edit the number, then press
OK to confirm.
» The record is saved.
EN 23
1 Press MENU.
10 Self-defined
settings
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONE] > [RING TONES], then press
OK to confirm.
3 Select a ringtone, then press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Customize the settings to make it your own
phone.
Set the handset’s ringtone volume
You can select among 5 ringtone volume
levels or [OFF].
Personalize the phone display
1 Press MENU.
Name the handset
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONE] > [RING VOLUME], then press
OK to confirm.
The name of the handset can be up to 10
characters. It is displayed on the handset
screen in standby mode.
3 Select a volume level, then press OK to
1 Press MENU.
confirm.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
» The setting is saved.
NAME], then press OK to confirm.
Tip
3 Enter or edit the name. To erase a
character, press BACK.
• To turn off the ringtone, press and hold in
standby mode. Then displays on the screen.
4 Press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Set the key tone
Set the display language
Key tone is the sound made when you press a
key on the handset.
Note
1 Press MENU.
• This feature only applies to models with
multiple-language support.
• Languages available for selection vary with
different countries.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONE] > [KEY BEEP], then press OK to
confirm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press OK to
confirm.
1 Press MENU.
» The setting is saved.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] >
[LANGUAGE], then press OK to
confirm.
Set the docking tone
3 Select a language, then press OK to
Docking tone is the sound made when you
place the handset on the base station/charger.
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [PERSONAL SET] > [HANDSET
TONE] > [DOCKING TONE], then
press OK to confirm.
Personalize the sounds
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press OK to
Set the handset’s ringtone
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
You can select from 10 ringtones.
24 EN
1 Press MENU.
11 Call features
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [RECALL
TIME], then press OK to confirm.
3 Select an option, then press OK to
The phone supports a number of call-related
features that help you handle and manage the calls.
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Dial mode
Manage the area code
Note
Note
• This feature only applies to models that
support both tone and pulse dial.
• This feature only applies to models with area
code support.
Dial mode is the telephone signal used in your
country.The phone supports tone (DTMF) and
pulse (rotary) dial. Consult the service provider
for detailed information.
You can define an area code (up to 5 digits).
This area code is automatically removed from
an incoming call if it matches with the code you
define.Then the phone number is saved in the
call log without an area code.
Set the dial mode
1 Press MENU.
Activate/Deactivate auto removal of
area code
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [DIAL
MODE], then press OK to confirm.
1 Press MENU.
3 Select a dial mode, then press OK to
confirm.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [AREA
CODE], then press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
3 Enter the area code, then press OK to
confirm.
Note
» The setting is saved.
•
If your phone is in pulse dial mode, press
during a call for temporary tone mode. *
displays. Digits entered for this call are then
sent out as tone signals.
Carrier code
Note
Select the recall duration
• This feature only applies to models with carrier
code support.
Ensure that the recall time is set correctly
before you can answer a second call. In normal
case, the phone is already preset for the recall
duration.You can select among 3 options:
[SHORT], [MEDIUM] and [LONG].The
number of available options varies with different
countries. For details, consult your service
provider.
Some service providers require a carrier code
to be added when you make a call outside the
local area.This feature can decide automatically
if a carrier code is needed when you return a
call from the incoming call log.
EN 25
Tip
Note
• The carrier code contains 2 or 3 digits.
For more information, contact the service
provider.
• To reset the first ring status, go to the reset
menu.
Activate the carrier code
ECO mode
1 Press MENU.
The ECO mode reduces the transmission
power of the handset and base station.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [CARRIER
CODE], then press OK.
1 Press MENU.
3 Enter the carrier code, then press OK to
confirm.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [ECO], then
» The setting is saved.
press OK to confirm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press OK to
confirm.
Deactivate the carrier code
» The setting is saved.
1 Press MENU.
» ECO is displayed.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [CARRIER
CODE], then press OK.
Note
3 To delete all digits, press BACK, then
press OK to confirm.
• When ECO is activated, the connection range
between the handset and the base station can
be reduced.
» The setting is saved.
First ring
If you have subscribed for caller ID service with
your service provider, your phone can suppress
the first ring before the caller ID displays on
the screen.After the phone is reset, it can
detect automatically if the caller ID service
is subscribed and start to suppress the first
ring.You can change this setting to suit your
preference.This feature only applies to models
with first ring support.
Turn the first ring on/off
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [FIRST
RING], then press OK to confirm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
26 EN
Tip
• Press
12 Extra features
/
to switch between [AM]/[PM] .
Your phone offers you extra features which
keep you organized and informed while on the
move.
Turn off the alarm
When the alarm rings
1 Press any key to turn off the alarm.
Auto clock
Note
Before the alarm rings
1 Press MENU.
• This service is network dependent.
2 Select [CLOCK&ALARM] > [ALARM],
then press OK to confirm.
It synchronizes the date and time on your
phone with the public switched telephone
network (PSTN) automatically. For the date to
be synchronized, ensure the current year is set.
3 Select [OFF], then press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
1 Press MENU.
Set the alarm melody
2 Select [CLOCK&ALARM] >[AUTO
1 Press MENU.
CLOCK], then pressOKto confirm.
2 Select [CLOCK&ALARM] > [ALARM
3 Select [ON]/[OFF]. Press OK.
TONE], then press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved. .
3 Select a new melody, then press OK to
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Alarm clock
Note
Your phone has a built-in alarm clock. Check the
information below to set your alarm clock.
• The alarm volume is set to the same level as
the ringer volume. If the ringer is off, the alarm
volume is set to level 1.
Set the alarm
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [CLOCK&ALARM] > [ALARM],
Keypad lock
then press OK to confirm.
3 Select [ON ONCE] or [ON DAILY],
You can lock the keypad to prevent accidental
button presses.
then press OK to confirm.
4 Enter an alarm time.
5 Press OK to confirm.
Lock the keypad
» The alarm is set and
is displayed
1 Press and hold in standby mode.
on the screen.
» The keypad is locked.
EN 27
Note
• When the keypad is locked, no call can be
made. You can still answer the incoming calls.
The keypad is unlocked during the call but is
locked automatically after you finish the call.
Unlock the keypad
1 Press and hold
.
» The keypad is unlocked.
Locate the handset
1 Press
on the base station.
» All handsets connected to this base
station ring.
2 Press
stop ringing.
» All handsets stop ringing; or
on the base station again to
3 Press
/
/ BACK on one handset
to stop ringing.
28 EN
Manual registration
13 Advanced
settings
If auto registration fails, register your handset
manually to the base station.
1 Press MENU on the handset.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] >
Enhance the audio quality
[REGISTER], then press OK to confirm.
3 Press and hold
on the base station
XHD (Extreme High Definition) sound mode is
an exclusive feature which transmits high fidelity
signals to the handset. It makes the phone
for 5 seconds (for the model with
telephone answering machine, you hear a
confirmation beep).
conversations sound like real-life conversations.
4 Enter the system PIN. Press BACK to
When you are in standby mode,
make corrections.
1 Press MENU.
5 Press OK to confirm the PIN.
» Registration is completed in less than 2
minutes.The base automatically assigns
a handset number to the handset.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [XHD
SOUND], then press OK to confirm.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF], then press OK to
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Note
When you are in a call,
• If the PIN is incorrect or no base is found
within a certain period, your handset displays
a notification message. Repeat the above
procedure if registration fails.
1 Press OK to enter the options menu.
2 Change the XHD setting.
3 Press OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Note
• The preset PIN is 0000. No change can be
made on it.
Register the handsets
You can register additional handsets to the base
station.The base station can register up to 4
handsets.
Unregister the handsets
1 If two handsets share the same base
station, you can unregister a handset with
another handset.
Auto registration
1 Place the unregistered handset on the
2 Press MENU.
base station.
3 Select [ADVANCED SET] >
[UNREGISTER], then press OK to
confirm.
» The handset detects the base station
and start to register automatically.
» Registration is completed in less than 2
minutes.The base station automatically
assigns a handset number to the
handset.
4 Enter the system PIN. (The preset PIN
is 0000). Press BACK to remove the
number.
EN 29
5 Select the handset number to be
unregistered.
6 Press OK to confirm.
» The handset is unregistered.
Tip
• The handset number displays beside the
handset name in standby mode.
Restore default settings
You can reset your phone settings to the
original factory settings.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ADVANCED SET] > [RESET],
then press OK to confirm.
» The handset displays a confirmation
request.
3 Press OK to confirm.
» All settings are reset.
» The welcome screen displays.
Tip
• For more information about the default
settings, see the section on Default settings.
30 EN
14 Telephone
answering
machine
Set the answering machine
language
Note
• This feature only applies to models with
multiple-language support.
Note
The answering machine language is the language
for the announcements.
• Available only for SE175.
1 Press MENU.
Your phone includes a telephone answering
machine that records unanswered calls when it
is on. By default, the answering machine is set to
the [ANSW.&RECORD] mode.You can access
the answering machine remotely and change
the settings through the answering machine
menu on the handset.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [LANGUAGE].
3 Press OK to confirm.
4 Select a language, then press OK to
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
The LED indicator on the base station lights up
when the answer machine is on.
Set the answer mode
Turn on/off the answering
machine
You can turn on/off the answering machine
through the base station or the handset.
You can set the answering machine and
select if the callers can leave messages. Select
[ANSW.&RECORD] if you allow the callers to
leave messages. Select [ANSWER ONLY] if you
forbid the callers to leave messages.
1 Press MENU.
Through the handset
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] > [ANSWER
1 Press MENU.
MODE], then press OK to confirm.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] > [ANSW.
3 Select an answer mode, then press OK
ON/OFF], then press OK to confirm.
to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
3 Select [ON]/[OFF] , then press OK to
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Note
• If the memory is full, the answering machine
switches to [ANSWER ONLY] mode
automatically.
Through the base
1 Press to turn on/off the answering
machine in standby mode.
Note
• When the answering machine is switched on, it
answers incoming calls after a certain number
of rings based on the ring delay setting.
EN 31
Listen to the current announcement
Announcements
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[ANNOUNCEMENT], then press OK to
confirm.
The announcement is the message your caller
hears when the answering machine picks up the
call.The answering machine has 2 pre-recorded
announcements: the [ANSW.&RECORD]
mode and [ANSWER ONLY] mode.
3 Select [ANSW.&RECORD] or
[ANSWER ONLY], press OK to confirm.
4 Select [PLAY], then press OK to confirm.
» You can listen to the current
announcement.
Record an announcement
The maximum length of the announcement
you can record is 3 minutes. The newly
recorded announcement automatically
replaces the old one.
Note
• You can no longer listen to the announcement
when you pick up an incoming call.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[ANNOUNCEMENT], then press OK to
confirm.
Delete an announcememnt
3 Select [ANSW.&RECORD] or
[ANSWER ONLY], then press OK to
confirm.
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[ANNOUNCEMENT], then press OK to
confirm.
4 Select [RECORD], then press OK to
confirm.
3 Select [ANSW.&RECORD] or
[ANSWER ONLY], then press OK to
confirm.
5 When [RECORDING] displays, start
recording.
6 Press OK to stop recording or recording
4 Select [DELETE], then press OK to
stops after 3 minutes.
confirm.
» You can listen to the newly recorded
announcement on the handset.
» The handset displays a confirmation
request.
5 Press OK to confirm.
Note
6 The pre-recorded announcement is
• To restore the pre-recorded announcement,
delete your current announcement.
restored.
Note
Note
• No pre-recorded announcement can be
deleted.
• Ensure that you speak close to the microphone
when you record an announcement.
32 EN
From the handset
1 When [NEW MESSAGE] displays on the
handset screen, press OK to listen to the
new messages.
Incoming messages (ICM)
Each message can be up to 3 minutes long.
When you receive new messages, the new
message indicator flashes on the answering
machine and the handset displays a notification
message.
2 Press
/
to increase/decrease the
volume.
Note
Note
• You can listen to the old messages through the
base station only.
• If you pick up the phone when the caller leaves
a message, the recording stops and you can
talk to the caller directly.
Delete an incoming message
From the base
Note
• If the memory is full, the answering machine
switches to [ANSWER ONLY] automatically.
Delete old messages to receive new ones.
1 Press when you listen to the message.
» The current message is deleted.
Listen to the incoming messages
Delete all old incoming messages
From the base
You can listen to the incoming messages in the
sequence they are recorded.
1 Press and hold in standby mode.
» All old messages are permanently
deleted.
From the base
•
•
•
Start/Stop listening: Press
Adjust the volume: Press
Skip backward:
.
/
.
- When you listen to the messages, press
to listen to the message from the
beginning.
- During the first second of the current
message, press to listen to the
previous message.
Set the ring delay
You can set the number of times the phone
rings before the answering machine picks up
the call.
1 Press MENU.
•
•
Skip forward: Press to skip to the next
message.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [RING DELAY], then
press OK to confirm.
Delete the current message: Press
.
3 Select a new setting, then press OK to
Note
confirm.
• No deleted messages can be recovered.
» The setting is saved.
EN 33
Note
Activate/deactivate the remote access
• Ensure that the answering machine is switched
on before this feature can be applied.
You can allow or block remote access to the
answering machine.
1 Press MENU.
Tip
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [REMOTE ACC.], then
press OK to confirm.
• When you access the answering machine
remotely, you are recommended to set the
ring delay to [ECONOMY] mode. This is a
cost effective way to manage your messages.
When there are new messages, the answering
machine picks up the call after 3 rings; When
there is no messages, it picks up the call after
5 rings.
3 Select a new setting, then press OK to
confirm.
» The setting is saved.
Access the answering machine
remotely
1 Make a call to your home number with a
Remote access
touch tone phone.
2 Enter # when you hear the
You can operate your answering machine when
you are away from home. Simply make a call to
your phone with a touch tone phone and enter
your 4-digit PIN code.
announcement.
3 Enter your PIN code.
» You now have access to your
answering machine, and you can now
listen to the new messages.
Note
• The remote access PIN code is the same as
your system PIN. The preset PIN is 0000.
Note
• You have 2 chances to enter the correct PIN
code before your phone hangs up.
Change the PIN code
1 Press MENU.
2 Select [ANSW MACHINE] >
[SETTINGS] > [REMOTE ACC.] >
[CHANGE PIN], then press OK to
confirm.
4 Press a key to carry out a function. See
the Remote access commands table
below for a list of available functions.
Note
• When there is no message, the phone hangs
up automatically if no key is pressed for 8
seconds.
3 Enter the old PIN, then press OK to
confirm.
4 Enter the new PIN code, then press OK
to confirm.
5 Enter the new PIN code again, then press
OK to confirm.
» The setting is saved.
34 EN
Remote access commands
Behavior of the LED key on
the base station
Key
Function
1
Repeat the current or listen to
the previous message.
The table below shows you the current status
with different LED key behavior on the base
station.
2
3
6
7
Listen to messages.
Skip to the next message.
Delete the current message.
Switch the answering machine
on.
Answering
machine
status
Message status
LED key on the
base station
(not available when you listen to
the messages).
Stop listening to the message.
Switch the answering machine
off.
(not available when you listen to
the messages).
Off
On
On
On
-
Off
No new message On
New message
Message full
8
9
Flashing
Flashing
quickly
On
On
Recording
incoming
message
Registration
mode
Flashing
Flashing
Call screening
You can hear the caller while he is leaving a
message. Press
to pick up the call.
From the base
Press
/
to adjust the speaker volume
during call screening. The lowest volume level
turns off the call screening.
EN 35
15 Default settings
Language*
Handset name
Date
Country dependent
PHILIPS
01/01/10
Date format*
Time
DD/MM
00:00am
Time format*
Alarm
24-hour
Off
Phonebook list
Recall time*
First ring*
Dial mode*
Area code*
Carrier code*
Unchanged
Country dependent
Country dependent
Tone
Empty
Empty
Handset ring melody Melody 1
Alarm tone
Receiver volume
Melody 1
Volume 3
Handset ring volume Level 3
Handset key beep
XHD sound
Incoming call log
Redial list
On
On
Empty
[NO NUMBER]
0000
PIN code
Answering Machine
Ans machine status
Ans machine mode
Base call screening
On
Ans & Rec
On
Announcement
memory
Pre-recorded
announcement
Incoming message
memory
Empty
Remote access
Ring delay
Speaker volume
Off
5 rings
Level 3
Note
• *Country dependent features
36 EN
•
•
•
104.3 x 75.9 x 111.9 mm (H x D x W)
Charger: 59.1 grams
16 Technical data
96.25 x 67 x 80.3 mm (H x D x W)
Temperature range
Display
•
•
Operation: 0°C to +35°C (32°F to 95°F)
Storage: -20°C to +45°C (-4°F to 113°F)
•
Amber LCD backlight
General telephone features
Relative humidity
•
•
•
•
Caller name & number identification
Conference call and voicemails
Intercom
•
•
Operation: Up to 95% at 40°C
Storage: Up to 95% at 40°C
Maximum talk time: 12 hours
Phonebook list, Redial list and Call log
•
•
•
Phonebook list with 50 entries
Redial list with 5 entries
Call log with 10 entries
Battery
•
GP Batteries: PH50AAAHC size AAA
NiMH 1.2V 500mAh
•
BYD Company Limited: H-AAA500A-Z
size AAA NiMH 1.2V 500mAh
Adapter
Base and charger:
•
Salom Electric (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. : SSW-
1920: Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz 200mA;
Output: DC6V 500mA
•
Salcomp (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.: VT0300:
Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz 150mA
Output: DC6V 500mA
Power consumption
•
Power consumption at standby mode:
0.6W (SE170); 0.65W (SE175)
Weight and dimensions (SE170)
•
•
•
•
•
•
Handset: 111.6 grams
162 x 29.15 x 46.1 mm (H x D x W)
Base: 111 grams
104.3 x 75.9 x 111.9 mm (H x D x W)
Charger: 59.1 grams
96.25 x 67 x 80.3 mm (H x D x W)
Weight and dimensions (SE175)
•
•
•
Handset: 111.6 grams
162 x 29.15 x 46.1 mm (H x D x W)
Base: 137.8 grams
EN 37
Bad audio (crackles, echo, etc.)
17 Frequently
•
The handset is nearly out of range. Move
it closer to the base station.
•
The phone receives interference from
the nearby electrical appliances. Move the
base station away from them.
asked questions
•
The phone is at a location with thick
walls. Move the base away from them.
The handset does not ring.
Ensure the handset ringtone is turned on.
The caller ID does not display.
•
The service is not activated. Check with
your service provider.
The caller’s information is withheld or
unavailable.
•
When I see [WAITING…] on the screen,
what is happening with the phone?
The phone is recalling the memory of the
phonebook and call log. Both information are
stored in the base station.Then the handset
retrieves the data from the base station after
a few seconds.When you press
log/phonebook information is displayed on the
handset.
The handset loses connection with the base
or the sound is distorted during a call.
Check if the ECO mode is activated. Turn it
off to increase the handset range and enjoy
the optimal call conditions.
/
the call
Note
I cannot change the settings of my voice mail,
what do I do?
The voice mail service is managed by your
service provider but not the phone itself.
Contact your service provider to change the
settings.
• If the above solutions do not help, disconnect
the power supply from both the handset and
base station. Try again after 1 minute.
The handset on the charger does not charge.
•
Ensure the batteries are inserted
correctly.
•
Ensure the handset is placed properly on
the charger. The battery icon animates
when charging.
•
Batteries are defective. Purchase new
ones from your dealer.
No display
•
•
Ensure the batteries are charged.
Ensure there are power and phone
connections.
38 EN
ANNEX 1
English
Finnish
Dutch
Hereby, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A, declares that this equipment is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.
Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A vakuuttaa täten että tämä laite on direktiivin
1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Hierbij verklaart, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A dat het toestel in
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van
richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
French
Par la présente, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A, déclare que cet appareil est
conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la
directive 1999/5/CE.
Swedish
Härmed intygar, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A, att denna utrustning står i
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser
som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Danish
German
Greek
Undertegnede Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr
overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Hiermit erklärt Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A die Übereinstimmung des Produkts
mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der
Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ η Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ ΑΥΤΟΣ
Ο ΕΞΟΠΛΙΣΜΟΣ ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ
ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Italian
Con la presente Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A dichiara che questo apparecchio
è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla
direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Spanish
Por medio de la presente, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A, declara que el equipo
cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o
exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Portuguese Philips Consumer Lifestyle, BU P&A, declara que este equipamento está conforme com
os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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