British Telecommunications BT EQUINOX User Manual

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User Guide  
BT EQUINOX 1200  
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Got everything?  
This User Guide provides you with all  
the information you need to get the  
most from your phone.  
BT Equinox 1200 base  
BT Equinox 1200  
handset  
2 x NiMH AAA  
rechargeable batteries  
You must first set up your machine  
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.  
Battery compartment  
cover  
Mains power adaptor  
Belt clip  
Telephone line cord  
In addition  
If you purchased the  
BT Equinox 1200 Twin:  
Need help?  
If you have any problems setting up or using your  
BT Equinox 1200, contact the Helpline on  
0870 605 8047.  
BT Equinox 1200  
handset  
BT Equinox 1200  
charger  
Alternatively, you may find the answer in ‘Help’ at the  
back of this guide.  
2 x NiMH AAA  
rechargeable batteries  
Hearing aid?  
Battery compartment  
cover  
Please note that the BT Equinox 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  
Belt clip  
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In this guide  
Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Battery performance . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
BT Equinox Twin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Call another handset . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
3-Way call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Transfer a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Caller on hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Using a headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Getting to know your phone . . . . . . .11  
Handset buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Display icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Navigating the menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Menu map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Writing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Add entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Edit name and number . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
View details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Delete an entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Select ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Copy entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Copy phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Copy from SIM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Phonebook full . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Using the phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Switch handset on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Make a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Preparatory dialling . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Call timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
End a call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Receiving calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Handsfree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Earpiece/handsfree volume . . . . . . . . .17  
Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Secrecy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Paging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Keypad lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Internal calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
SMS text messaging . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
To subscribe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Cost of the fixed line service . . . . . . . .30  
Using SMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Write an SMS text message . . . . . . . .30  
FasTxT predictive text . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
Standard text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
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Writing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Character map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Using options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Drafts folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Save to drafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Send from drafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Outbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
Changing templates . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Delete template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Receiving and reading  
BT Calling Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Caller Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45  
Calls lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46  
Missed and calls received . . . . . . . . . .46  
Redial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
All calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
Delete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48  
Call Diversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48  
Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
Reminder call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50  
text messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Open Inbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37  
Open Inbox from  
standby screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38  
SMS settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39  
SMS Service Centre numbers . . . . . . .39  
To change the SMS Service Centre  
phone numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
Set SMS text alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40  
User areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
Set personal user area . . . . . . . . . . . .41  
Send text message from a user area . .42  
Default user . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42  
Delete user area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
Default SMS settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
Personalise the handset . . . . . . . . . .51  
Ring tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51  
Ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52  
Handset name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52  
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53  
Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53  
Menu colour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
Auto talk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
Keybeep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55  
PABX access code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55  
Call groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56  
Handset default settings . . . . . . . . . . .57  
Base settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
Ringtone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
Ringer volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
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In this guide  
Handset priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59  
Dial mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59  
System PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60  
Default base settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .60  
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68  
Replacing handset batteries . . . . . . . .68  
Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73  
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . .74  
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74  
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75  
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75  
Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76  
Returning your phone . . . . . . . . . . . . .77  
How many telephones  
Time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
Set alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61  
Alarm tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62  
Set time and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62  
Games  
Rabbit runner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63  
Hector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63  
Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64  
can you have? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78  
Connecting to a switchboard . . . . . . . .78  
Access code and entering a pause . . .79  
Dialling mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79  
Declaration of Conformance . . . . . . . .80  
R&TTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80  
Accessories and spares . . . . . . . . . . . .80  
For your records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80  
Additional handsets and bases . . . . .65  
Register a new BT Equinox handset . . .65  
Register handset with an  
additional base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66  
Select base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67  
De-register a handset . . . . . . . . . . . . .67  
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WARNING  
Location  
Do not place your BT Equinox  
1200 in the bathroom or other  
humid areas.  
You need to place your BT Equinox 1200 within 2 metres  
of a mains power and telephone socket so that the  
cables will reach.  
Handset range  
The BT Equinox 1200 has a range  
of 300 metres outdoors when there  
is a clear line of sight between the  
base and handset. When there is  
no clear line of sight between the  
base and handset, e.g. base  
indoors and handset either indoors  
or outdoors, the range could be  
reduced to 50 metres. Thick stone  
walls severely affect the range.  
Make sure it is at least 1 metre away from other electrical  
appliances to avoid interference.  
Your BT Equinox 1200 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.  
Signal strength  
The  
symbol on your handset  
screen indicates when you are in  
range. When you are out of range,  
it flashes.  
Setting up  
1. Plug the mains power cable into the base.  
IMPORTANT  
Do not connect the telephone line  
until at least one of the handsets is  
fully charged.  
The base must be plugged into the  
mains power at all times.  
Which socket?  
Power socket  
Telephone line socket  
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The red Charging light stays on  
2. Insert 2 x AAA NiMH batteries supplied into the handset.  
while the handset is on the base,  
even when the batteries are fully  
charged.  
Slide the battery compartment covers into place.  
Talk/Standby time  
Under ideal conditions, fully charged  
handset batteries should give up  
to 8 hours talktime or 80 hours  
standby on a single charge.  
Battery low warning  
The handset battery symbol is  
empty and flashing and you will hear  
a warning beep. Start recharging  
your handset right away.  
3. Charge the handset for at least 16 hours by placing it on  
the base. The red Charging light comes on. The handset  
is pre-registered to the base as Handset 1. The screen  
shows the standby display.  
When charging the battery, level  
bars are animated.  
08:16  
Replacing batteries  
Use only rechargeable 750mAh or  
higher AAA NiMH batteries.  
Equinox 1  
Battery performance  
When batteries are fully charged  
the display shows red, orange and  
yellow level bars.  
Menu  
Names  
To keep your batteries in the best  
conditions, leave the handset off  
the base for a few hours at a time  
(after the initial 16 hour charge).  
4. After 16 hours, plug the telephone line cord into the wall  
socket and your BT Equinox 1200 base.  
Please note however, that new  
NiMH batteries do not reach full  
capacity until they have been in  
normal use for several days.  
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Range indicator  
Running the batteries right down  
at least once a week will help them  
last as long as possible.  
The  
symbol on your handset display indicates when  
you are in range of the base. If the symbol flashes and  
you hear a warning beep, you are out of range and will  
need to move closer to the base. The display shows Base  
and the number of the base last used.  
The charge capacity of rechargeable  
batteries will reduce with time as  
they wear out, so reducing the  
talk/standby time of the handset.  
Eventually they will need to be  
replaced. New batteries can be  
obtained from the BT Equinox  
Helpline 0870 605 8047.  
Set date and time.  
If you have subscribed to your network’s Caller Display  
service, the time and date will be set automatically when  
you receive your first call. You can also set the time  
manually.  
1. On the handset, press MENU. Scroll  
to Time  
Settings and press OK. Scroll  
to Set Date & Time  
and press OK.  
1
0
4
for 16th April.  
for 9:30am.  
2. Enter the date, e.g.  
6
Press OK.  
9 X  
3. Enter the time, e.g.  
0
0
3
Press OK. This overwrites the current setting. If you make  
a mistake press CLEAR to delete.  
The time and date is saved.  
Helpline  
If you have any difficulties setting  
up your BT Equinox 1200, please  
call the BT Equinox Helpline on  
0870 605 8047.  
4. Press and hold CLEAR to return to standby.  
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Your BT Equinox 1200 is now ready for use.  
Additionally, if you have purchased  
the BT Equinox 1200 Twin  
Ensure the charger is connected to  
the mains at all times.  
1. Connect the mains power adaptor to the charger and  
switch on.  
2. Insert the batteries.  
3. Charge the handset for at least 16 hours.  
Your BT Equinox 1200 additional handset comes  
pre-registered to the base as Handset 2 and this is shown  
on the display.  
Your BT Equinox 1200 Twin is now ready for use.  
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Handset buttons  
Power on/off  
Press and hold to switch handset  
on or off, page 16.  
Volume/Scroll/Redial/Calls list  
Adjust earpiece/handsfree volume  
page 17; handset and base  
volume, pages 52 and 58.  
Di  
Open redial list, page 18.  
Open missed calls list, page 46.  
Scroll through the directory, menu  
options, redial and calls list.  
On-screen options  
Open the menu and select the  
options you require, page 14.  
On-screen options  
Open the phone book and select  
the options shown on the screen.  
SMS  
Opens the text messaging menu,  
page 29.  
End  
End a call, page 16.  
Headset socket  
Use to make and receive calls  
without having to hold the  
handset, page 22.  
Keypad lock  
Press to lock the keypad, page 20.  
S
S
M
1
4
3
Int  
2
Lets you make calls between  
handsets registered to the base,  
page 20.  
Also used to switch between upper  
and lower case characters.  
6
9 X  
Talk  
Press to make calls, page 16.  
During a call, press to enter  
handsfree mode, page 17.  
5
8
7
0
R
For use with a switchboard, page 78  
and BT Calling Features, page 45.  
R
Int  
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Getting to know your phone  
Base  
Page  
Press to page handset(s)  
registered to the base,  
page 19.  
Charging  
ON = handset on  
base/charging.  
Missed Calls  
Lights up if you have new  
missed calls.  
Power / In use  
ON = power on, line  
ready for use.  
Page  
New SMS  
FLASHING = incoming call/  
line in use.  
Lights up if you have new  
text messages.  
M
SIM Card reader  
Remove and insert  
your SIM card for  
copying, see page 27.  
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Standby screen – These are where the handset icons will appear.  
Handset display icons – The number of the handset is displayed at all times. You can change  
the name on the handsets, e.g. Michael, Kitchen, Office etc.  
These are the main display icons you will see.  
On hook  
In range indicator (flashes when out of range).  
Off hook  
Alarm  
Missed call alert. Check Calls list.  
You have new SMS messages.  
Battery status  
Ringer off.  
Keypad locked.  
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Getting to know your phone  
Navigating the menu  
Your BT Equinox 1200 has a menu system which is easy  
to use. Each menu leads to a list of options. The menu  
map is shown on the following page.  
When the handset is switched on and in standby, press  
the option button under MENU to open the main menu.  
Press the  
or  
button to scroll to the menu option  
you want. Then press OK to select further options or  
confirm the setting displayed.  
For example to change the handset ringer volume:  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press OK.  
2. Press OK to select Handset, scroll  
to Ring Volume  
then press OK.  
3. The current setting is displayed. Press  
to increase or  
to decrease the volume, the ringtone is played at each  
level you select. Press OK to confirm.  
Select the option displayed by  
pressing the button underneath it.  
Exit or go back one level in the menu  
To the previous level in the menu, press BACK.  
For example, select Names by  
pressing the option button below it.  
To cancel and return to standby at any time, press  
.
If no button is pressed for 60 seconds, the handset  
returns to standby automatically.  
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Menu map  
Phonebook  
(once an entry has  
been stored)  
Add entry  
SMS  
Write message Inbox Drafts Outbox  
Delete Messages Templates Settings  
Calls Lists  
Show details  
Delete entry  
Edit entry  
Received calls Missed calls Dialled calls  
Delete calls list  
Ringtone  
Personalise  
Handset Call Groups  
Picture  
Copy from SIM  
Delete all  
Base Settings  
phonebook  
Base Ringtone Base Volume Handset Priority  
Dial Mode System PIN  
Copy entry  
Copy all names  
Time Settings  
Alarm Set Date & Time  
Calling Features  
Call Diversion Call Waiting Reminder Call  
Registration  
Register Handset Select Base De-register  
Games  
Rabbit Runner Hector Bowling  
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Using the phone  
Simple and easy.  
Switch handset on/off  
1. Press and hold  
2. Press again or place it in the base to switch the  
handset back on.  
to switch the handset off.  
Make a call  
1. Press then dial the number you want.  
Preparatory dialling  
1. Enter the number first. If you make a mistake, press  
CLEAR to delete. Press  
to dial.  
Call timer  
1. The display shows the duration of all external calls.  
After you hang up, the total call time is shown.  
End a call  
1. Press  
or place the handset back on the base.  
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Receiving calls  
Providing you have subscribed to your network’s Caller  
Display service, the caller’s number (and name if stored  
in the phone book) is displayed.  
1. Press  
or if the handset is on the base, simply lift  
it up and speak.  
Handsfree  
Handsfree lets you talk to your caller without holding the  
handset. It also enables other people in the room listen  
to both sides of your conversation.  
Make a handsfree call  
1. Press  
twice. The display shows  
. Dial the number.  
Your call can be heard over the handset’s loudspeaker.  
2. To switch back to the handset at any time, press  
again. Press  
to end the call.  
You can switch any call to handsfree by pressing  
during the call.  
Adjust earpiece/handsfree volume  
1. During a handsfree call, press  
or  
to select  
volume 1-5.  
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Using the phone  
During a call you can open the  
Answer a call in handsfree  
phonebook by pressing Names and  
add, see details, delete or edit an  
entry in the phonebook.  
When the phone rings:  
1. Press twice. The call comes through the handset  
This can be useful with handsfree  
calling.  
loudspeaker. Press  
earpiece.  
again to transfer back the  
To use the phonebook, see page 23.  
Redial  
You can redial up to 20 of the last numbers called.  
If you have stored a name in the phonebook to go with  
the number, the name will be displayed instead, see  
phonebook, page 23.  
Redial a number from the list  
1. Press  
to enter the redial list. Scroll  
or  
until the  
number you want is displayed.  
2. Press to dial the number.  
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Secrecy  
During a call, you can talk to someone nearby without  
your caller hearing you.  
1. During the call, press SECRECY. Display shows Secrecy  
On. Your caller cannot hear you.  
2. Press OFF to return to your caller.  
Paging  
Page  
You can use the  
button on the base to alert handset  
users that they are wanted or locate a missing handset.  
Page  
1. Press  
on the base. The handset(s) ring. Display shows  
Paging.  
Page  
2. Press  
to stop the handsets ringing or press any button  
Paging calls cannot be answered  
by a handset.  
on the handset.  
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Using the phone  
You cannot make any calls,  
Keypad lock  
You can lock the keypad to prevent accidental dialling  
while carrying the handset around.  
including 999 and 112 emergency  
calls while the keypad is locked.  
Answer incoming calls by pressing  
as normal.  
1. Press and hold  
until the screen shows Keypad  
Locked and the padlock symbol appears.  
2. Press Unlock then YES to use the keypad again.  
Internal calls  
If you have two or more handsets registered to your  
base, you can make internal calls. Two handsets can be  
holding an internal call while a third is making an  
external call.  
Call another handset  
Int  
1. Press  
2. Press  
then the handset number you want.  
to end the call.  
3-Way call  
You can put an external caller on hold, talk to another  
handset user, then hold a call between all three.  
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Int  
1. During a call, press  
your caller is put on hold. Enter  
the handset number you want.  
2. Press JOIN and then . All three callers can talk.  
to end the internal call. Press to hang up the  
Press  
call.  
Transfer a call  
You can transfer an external call to another handset.  
During the call:  
Int  
1. Press  
. Your caller is put on hold. Enter the handset  
number you want.  
2. Scroll to the handset you want and press  
.
You can speak to the other handset user then press  
to transfer the call.  
Caller on hold  
You can put an external caller on hold, talk to another  
handset user, then resume your external call.  
Int  
1. During a call, press  
your caller is put on hold. Enter  
the handset number you want.  
Int  
2. Press  
to end the internal call and return to your  
external caller. The other handset presses Talk Off to  
end the call.  
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Using a headset (not supplied)  
The headset lets you make and receive calls without  
having to hold the handset.  
1. Plug the headset into the socket on the side of the  
handset. You can now make and receive calls as normal.  
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Your own directory, stored in a handset.  
If you subscribe to your network’s  
Caller Display service, and want  
the names in your Phonebook  
displayed instead of the phone  
numbers, you must store the full  
telephone number including the  
national code.  
Each Equinox handset can store up to 200 names and  
numbers. Names can be up to 16 characters long and  
numbers up to 20 digits.  
Add entry  
1. Press NAMES.  
Writing tips  
Entering names  
2. If the Phonebook is empty, Add Entry is highlighted.  
Use the keypad letters to enter  
names, e.g. to store TOM:  
Press OK.  
1. Press  
2. Press  
3. Press  
8
once to enter  
three times to enter  
once to enter  
T.  
Or  
O.  
6
3. If names have been stored, they are listed.  
M.  
6
Press OPTIONS. Add Entry is highlighted. Press OK.  
If you make a mistake, press  
CLEAR to delete the last character  
or digit.  
4. Use the keypad to enter the name, then press SAVE.  
Int  
Press  
to switch between upper  
5. Use the keypad to enter the number, then press SAVE.  
and lower case letters.  
The screen shows the Names list.  
The  
icon will be displayed when  
6. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
you have selected upper case.  
Dial  
1. Press NAMES.  
2. Scroll  
to enter the first letter of the name, e.g. press  
times for names beginning with  
or  
to the name you want or use the keypad  
7
four  
S.  
3. Press to dial.  
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Edit name and number  
1. Press NAMES then scroll  
or  
to the name you  
want, then press OPTIONS. Scroll  
to Edit Entry and  
press OK.  
2. Edit Entry screen is displayed. Press CLEAR to delete or  
use or to position the cursor. Use the keypad to  
change the name. Press SAVE.  
3. Edit the number and press SAVE. Display returns to the  
list of names.  
4. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
View details  
1. Press NAMES then scroll  
or  
to the name you  
want, the press OPTIONS.  
2. Scroll  
to Show Details and press OK.  
3. Displays shows the name, number and any call group or  
ringtone you may have assigned to the entry.  
4. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
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Delete an entry  
1. Press NAMES then scroll  
or  
to the name you  
want, then press OPTIONS.  
2. Scroll  
to Delete Entry and press OK.  
3. Press YES to confirm or NO to cancel.  
4. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
Select ringtone  
You can assign a specific ringtone  
to a caller, but in order for it to  
work you must subscribe to your  
network’s Caller Display Service.  
You can choose which ringer melody is played when you  
receive a call from selected numbers in the phonebook.  
1. Press NAMES then scroll  
or  
to the name you  
want, then press OPTIONS.  
2. Scroll  
to Ringtone and press OK. The Ringtone  
screen is displayed and the current setting is highlighted.  
3. Scroll or to the ringtone you want. A sample is  
played. Press OK. The display shows Ringtone Saved  
then returns to the phonebook list.  
4. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
Picture  
You can assign a picture to a caller,  
but in order for it to work you must  
subscribe to your network’s Caller  
Display Service.  
You can select a picture to be displayed on screen when  
you receive a call from a number stored in the phonebook.  
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1. Press NAMES then scroll  
or  
to the name you want,  
then press OPTIONS.  
2. Scroll  
to Picture and press OK. The Picture screen  
is displayed and the current setting is highlighted.  
3. Scroll or to the picture you want and press VIEW.  
The picture is displayed. Press BACK to return to the  
picture list or press USE to assign the picture to the entry  
you have selected.  
4. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
Copy entry  
You can copy an entry to another BT Equinox handset  
registered to your BT Equinox 1200 base.  
1. Press NAMES then scroll  
or  
to the name you want,  
then press OPTIONS.  
2. Scroll  
to Copy Entry and press OK. The Copy Entry  
screen shows all registered handsets.  
3. Scroll  
to the handset you want to copy to, then  
press OK.  
4. Press OK again to copy another number or press and  
hold Back to return to standby.  
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Copy phonebook  
You can copy the whole phonebook to another  
BT Equinox handset registered to your BT Equinox 1200  
base.  
When you copy the whole  
phonebook or SIM card, it will add  
to the entries already stored.  
1. Press NAMES then OPTIONS.  
2. Scroll  
to Copy All Names and press OK. The Copy All  
Names screen shows all registered handsets.  
3. Scroll to the handset you want to copy to, then press  
OK.  
4. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
Copy from SIM  
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO  
DOWNLOAD THE PHONEBOOK  
FROM 3G SIM CARDS.  
The SIM card reader in the BT  
Equinox base is not compatible with  
1.8V SIM cards (only available with  
3G phones, at the time of writing).  
You can copy complete phonebook lists from compatible  
mobile phone SIM cards. The SIM phonebook is copied  
to the handset you are using.  
1. Insert the SIM card into the slot on the base.  
s
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WARNING  
2. Press NAMES then OPTIONS.  
Keep SIM cards away from small  
children as they are a possible  
choking hazard.  
3. Scroll  
to Copy From SIM and press OK. The Copy From  
SIM screen is displayed.  
Handset memory full  
4. Enter the SIM card PIN code if requested and press OK.  
During copying, the screen shows the name of each  
entry as it is copied. When finished you see Done.  
If the handset memory becomes  
full during copying, not all the  
entries will be transferred.  
The maximum number of entries  
is 200. If your handset phonebook  
already contains 140 entries, only  
the first 60 entries on the SIM card  
will be copied.  
If you enter the wrong PIN twice, Copy SIM Failed is  
displayed and the screen returns to standby.  
If the handset memory becomes full during copying the  
Your BT Equinox 1200 checks all  
available directory memory spaces  
on your mobile SIM card.  
screen shows Memory Full. Not All Copied.  
5. Press and hold Back to return to standby.  
During copying, the charging light  
on the base will flash.  
Phonebook full  
If you forget your PIN or if the  
SIM card becomes locked because  
the wrong code has been entered,  
contact your mobile phone provider.  
If the phonebook becomes full when adding or copying  
entries, the screen shows Phonebook Full and then  
returns to the previous screen.  
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Welcome to the BT Text Service on your BT Equinox 1200.  
The SMS Service is provided by BT.  
IMPORTANT  
You must subscribe to your  
Network Provider’s Caller Display  
Service in order to use SMS text  
messaging.  
Your BT Equinox 1200 can send and receive messages to  
any mobile phone from participating mobile networks  
and compatible landline telephones in the UK.  
A quarterly fee is payable. You must  
not have your telephone number  
withheld for this service to work.  
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:  
To subscribe to the SMS text messaging service  
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  
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.  
When you send your first SMS text message from your  
BT Equinox 1200 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.  
Please note that if you set up different user areas you  
will need to send a message from each user area to  
register them.  
Some other network provider lines  
may not be compatible with this  
SMS service.  
You may also register by sending the word Register to 00000  
upon which you will receive a confirmation message.  
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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).  
Using SMS  
Helpline  
With SMS (Short Message Services) you can send and  
receive text messages up to 160 characters long.  
If you have any difficulties sending  
or receiving SMS text messages,  
please see page 72 for the relevant  
Helpline number.  
You can type in messages using the keypad as normal or  
you can use FasTxT (predictive text) which makes writing  
SMS messages quicker and easier.  
Your phone is pre-set for predictive text.  
Write an SMS text message  
When using SMS for the first time,  
it is recommended that you send a  
message to yourself on the  
telephone number your BT Equinox  
1200 is connected to. If you do  
this you can see how messages are  
both sent and received.  
1. Press MENU. The SMS screen is displayed. Press OK.  
2. Press OK again to select Write Message. The screen  
indicates the type of writing method in use FasTxT or  
Standard.  
3. Press and hold  
to switch between FasTxT or  
Standard.  
You can write text messages two ways: FasTxT or  
Standard text.  
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FasTxT predictive text  
FasTxT lets you write messages more quickly.  
To switch between upper and lower case letters,  
press INT.  
For example, to write Hello:  
4
1. Press  
then  
to display  
. FasTxT predicts the next letter will be  
to complete the word Hello.  
to enter a space.  
H
.
3
2. Now press  
E.  
5
5
3. Press  
6
1
4. Press  
With FasTxT, press OPTIONS to scroll through and  
select the character option available under each button.  
These are also displayed at the top of the screen.  
Standard text  
You can enter a word by press each letter button a  
(CHARACTERS)  
Counts down the number of  
characters available from 160 to 0  
so you always know how much  
more text you can write.  
number of times to display the character you want on the  
screen.  
4
4
6
To write the word “Hello”, press  
,
,
3
3
,
,
.
5
5
5
5
5
5
6
6
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Deleting text  
Writing tips  
When writing, press CLEAR. When  
reading, press OPTIONS, select  
Delete then YES.  
Character map  
Pressing the buttons for normal message writing give  
you the following characters with each successive press  
of the button.  
Button Character  
0
0
@
,
&
:
1
.
;
!
?
¡
¿
1
2
A
D
G
J
B
E
C
F
2
3
4
5
6
S
8
?
3
4
5
%
_
(
H
K
N
Q
U
X
I
L
O
R
V
6
7
M
P
7
:
/
)
8
T
9 X  
W
Y
Z
9
¥
£
$
Use  
or  
to move the cursor. If you make a  
,
,
mistake or want to delete text press CLEAR.  
To read through your message if it is too long to fit on  
one screen, scroll  
or  
.
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Using options  
While writing press OPTIONS to access the following  
options:  
Send To – press OK. Enter the number when prompted  
or press SEARCH to open the phonebook.  
You can send a message to an individual entry.  
Sending  
When you are sending a text, the  
screen shows Sending Message  
then Message Sent.  
Symbols  
When writing a message, you can  
select a symbol from options list.  
Save – scroll  
message for sending later.  
to Save then press OK to save the  
Insert Symbol – scroll  
OK to display the symbol chart. Scroll  
to select, then OK to insert.  
to Insert Symbol then press  
Emoticons  
or  
,
,
Emoticons are a fun, shorthand  
way of expressing your feelings.  
You can select the most  
appropriate Emoticon from the  
grid and add them to your  
message.  
Insert Emoticon – scroll  
press OK to display the emoticons. Scroll  
to Insert Emoticon then  
or  
,
,
to select, then OK to insert.  
Templates  
Insert Template – scroll  
press OK to display the templates. Scroll  
select, then OK to insert.  
to Insert Template then  
Your BT Equinox provides a  
selection of common, ready to use  
statements which are easy to insert  
into your message.  
or  
to  
These are:  
Users – You can send from the default user name or  
select your own user area so that the receiver knows who  
has sent the text. To set a user area scroll to User  
Name then press OK. Scroll or to select the name,  
then OK to confirm, see page 41.  
Please call  
I’ll be there at  
What time will you be home?  
I’ll call you  
Happy Birthday!  
You can change these templates  
and replace them with your own.  
See page 36.  
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Drafts folder  
Save to Drafts  
If you want to send your message later, you can save it  
in the Drafts folder.  
1. When writing a message, select OPTIONS then scroll  
to SAVE and press OK. Your message is saved in the  
Drafts folder.  
Send from Drafts  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS then OK to open  
the SMS menu. Scroll down to Drafts and press OK.  
2. Screen shows the first line of each message saved. Scroll  
or  
to the message you want and press READ. You  
can now open the Options menu to edit, send, delete or  
assign a user name to your message.  
Outbox  
Sent messages are stored in the Outbox.  
You can read, forward and delete messages in your  
Outbox.  
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If forwarding a message to another person, you can edit  
the message before finally sending it.  
1. From the standby screen, press MENU then OK.  
Press OK again to open the SMS menu. Scroll down to  
Outbox and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
or  
to select the message you want then  
press READ. You can now open the Options menu to  
Edit, Send To, Delete or assign a user name to the  
message.  
Deleting  
You can delete all messages from the Inbox, Drafts or  
Outbox folder, or delete All Messages from all folders.  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll down to Delete Messages and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
or  
to select the folder you want or All  
Messages. Press OK. The appropriate screen is displayed.  
3. Press YES to confirm or NO to cancel.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
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Changing templates  
To insert a template, see Using options, page 33.  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll down to Templates and press OK.  
2. Scroll to the template you want and press OK.  
3. Edit Template is highlighted. Press OK.  
Enter the new template using  
standard text. Predictive text is  
available for writing templates.  
Use CLEAR to delete characters or  
and  
,
,
to move the cursor. Use the keypad to enter the new  
template then press SAVE. The new template replaces  
the old one.  
Delete template  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll down to Templates and press OK.  
2. Scroll to the template you want and press OK. Scroll  
to Delete Template. Press OK.  
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Receiving and reading text messages  
When you receive a message it is stored automatically in  
the Inbox.  
The screen alerts you to a new message then displays the  
new message icon along with the number of new  
messages in your Inbox. On the base, the New SMS light  
comes on. You can also set an audible alert, see page 40.  
Delivery of SMS messages  
The system will always try and deliver the message to  
a text enabled phone in written format, only if there is  
a problem with delivery will the message be delivered  
as voice text, with the exception of forced voice text  
messages. See the Help section on page 70.  
Once registered, SMS message delivery is 24 hours.  
Open Inbox  
1. Press READ then scroll  
or  
to select the message  
you want to read then press OK.  
2. When reading your messages press OPTIONS to access  
the following options:  
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When replying to or forwarding a  
message you have access to the  
same Options menu used for  
writing a text message.  
Reply – press OK to send a reply.  
Forward – scroll  
to Forward then press OK to  
forward the message to another number. Enter the  
number when prompted or press SEARCH to open the  
phonebook. You can send a message to an individual  
entry.  
When you open the SMS menu,  
new messages in the Inbox are  
marked with an .  
Delete - scroll  
to Delete then press OK to delete the  
message.  
Use Number - scroll  
to Use Number then press OK to  
call the number.  
Save Number - scroll  
to Save Number then press OK  
to store the number in the phonebook.  
3. Press BACK to return to the Inbox screen and to  
standby.  
Open Inbox from standby screen  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll  
to Inbox and press OK.  
2. You can now scroll  
or to the message you want  
and press READ to open it. You can now open the options  
menu to reply, forward, delete or save it.  
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SMS settings  
The SMS settings menu lets you:  
Select alternative service centres.  
Set the Terminal number.  
Switch SMS Alert on or off.  
Set different users so that each handset can have its own  
text mailbox.  
SMS Service Centre numbers  
To send and receive SMS text messages you need the  
telephone number of your Network’s SMS Centre.  
These numbers have been pre-loaded into the  
BT Equinox 1200.  
If you accidentally delete the SEND or RECEIVE SMS  
Service Centre numbers you will need to re-enter them  
in order for your SMS Service to work.  
The SEND SMS Service number is: 1470P17094000  
The RECEIVE SMS Service number is: 0800 587 529  
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To change the SMS Centre phone numbers  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll to Settings and press OK.  
2. Press OK to open Service Centres menu. Scroll  
to the  
setting you want and select OK.  
Set Send Centre – lets you set the number of the  
message sending service, see page 44 for the pre-set  
Service Centre numbers.  
Set SMS text alert  
Your handset can play a different melody, a morse beep  
or a discreet tone to announce a new text message.  
The default setting is Off.  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll  
to Settings and press OK.  
2. Scroll  
to SMS Alert.  
3. Press OK.  
4. Scroll  
to Set Alert and press OK.  
Scroll  
or  
to select the type of alert you want –  
Morse, Discreet or Polyphonic.  
5. Press OK to confirm or BACK to return to the previous  
menu.  
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6. Scroll  
or  
to set the alert On or Off and press OK  
to confirm the setting.  
7. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
User areas  
You can receive text messages into a user area or  
mailbox. The default user area setting is 9.  
All handsets can see the default User Area. You can set  
your own private user area which is protected by a PIN  
number. Your private user area can be accessed from  
any registered handset once the correct PIN number  
has been given.  
Up to 5 user areas are available (default +4). However,  
you can allocate any number between 0-9 to them.  
The terminal number is automatically allocated but it  
can be changed.  
Set personal user area  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll  
to Settings and press OK. Scroll  
to Users and press OK.  
2. If necessary, scroll  
to Add User and press OK.  
Enter the user name and press OK.  
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3. Enter a 4-digit password and press OK. Enter the  
password again to confirm and press OK. Your user  
screen is displayed.  
4. You will be assigned a terminal number 0-8. To see your  
Terminal Number scroll  
to Terminal Number and  
press OK.  
5. Press BACK to return to the previous menu.  
Send text message from a user area  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS then OK.  
2. When you have written your message, press OPTIONS  
and scroll  
to User Name.  
3. If required, scroll to the user area you want and press OK.  
Enter your PIN number and press OK.  
4. The options menu is displayed again. You can now scroll  
to the next option you want, e.g. Send To.  
PIN protected  
Default user  
If you have protected your text  
messages with a security PIN you  
will have to enter the PIN each  
time you open your Inbox to read  
your messages  
You can allow or prevent individual handsets access to  
the default user area.  
1. On the handset you want press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll  
to Settings and press OK. Scroll  
to  
Users and press OK.  
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2. If necessary, scroll  
to Add User and press OK.  
Keep track of your PIN  
You can keep record of the current  
security PIN in the space provided  
at the back of this guide.  
Scroll to Default User and press OK.  
3. Enter the 4-digit system PIN and press OK.  
If you enter a PIN incorrectly three  
times, the screen returns to standby.  
4. Select either Denied or Allowed and press OK.  
Delete user area  
1. From the standby screen, press SMS to open the SMS  
menu. Scroll  
to Settings and press OK. Scroll  
to  
Users and press OK.  
2. Scroll to Delete User and press OK. Scroll  
or  
to select the user you want and press OK.  
3. Enter the 4-digit system PIN (that was previously  
allocated) and press OK to delete. The display returns to  
the previous menu.  
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SMS text messaging  
Default settings for SMS text  
messaging  
Receiving Service Centre 1  
Receiving Service Centre 2  
Sending Service Centre 1  
Sending Service Centre 2  
Select Send Centre  
016127459  
0800 58752  
1470P0911023502  
1470P1709400  
Send 2  
Templates  
Please call  
I’ll be there at  
What time will you be home?  
I’ll call you  
Happy Birthday!  
Predictive Text  
Off  
Set SMS Alert Melody  
User Area  
Morse  
9
Password protection  
Default user PIN  
Off  
0000  
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Helping you manage your calls.  
IMPORTANT  
To use Caller Display you must first  
subscribe to the service from your  
network provider. A quarterly fee is  
payable.  
Caller Display  
If you subscribe to a Caller Display service you can see  
who is calling you on your handset display, as well as the  
time and date of their call.  
For more information, call BT free  
on 0800 800 150.  
If you have stored a name to go with the number in your  
handset phonebook, the name will be displayed as well.  
Please store the full telephone number, including the area  
code, otherwise the name will not match the number  
stored in the phonebook and any picture or ringtone you  
have selected will not be used.  
Caller information not available.  
With some incoming calls, the telephone number of the  
caller is not available and cannot therefore be displayed.  
In this case your BT Equinox 1200 provides you with  
some explanatory information.  
Unavailable – The number is unavailable.  
Withheld – The caller has withheld their number.  
Ringback – Ringback call.  
Operator – The call has been made via the operator.  
Payphone – The caller is ringing from a payphone.  
Int’l – International call.  
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Calls lists  
Your BT Equinox 1200 lets you view details of your  
last calls.  
Received calls – shows details of all recent callers.  
08:16  
Missed calls – shows details of calls that were not  
Equinox 1  
answered.  
Dialled calls – list shows details of the last 20 calls made  
Menu  
Names  
from your handset.  
A combined total of 50 calls can be stored in the  
Received and Missed calls.  
Missed and received calls  
You can access the Calls list using the navigator button  
or the menu.  
An next to a number in the Calls  
list indicates a new caller.  
To use the navigator button:  
1. From the standby screen, press  
indicated with an . Press or  
. New calls are  
to scroll through the  
You can display, scroll through and  
dial numbers in the Calls lists and  
copy them into the phonebook.  
list. A beep is played when you reach the first and last  
calls in the list.  
If a call is received when the Calls  
list is full, the oldest entry will be  
replaced with details of the new  
caller.  
2. Press  
to dial a number or OPTIONS to delete the  
entry, see further details or add the number to the  
phonebook.  
You can view, dial, delete and add  
entries to the phonebook.  
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Redial  
1. From the standby screen, press  
. The redial list is  
displayed. Press  
2. Press to dial a number or OPTIONS then select:  
Delete – to delete the number.  
or  
to scroll through the list.  
Show Details – if a name is displayed, this shows the  
number.  
Save Number – to create an entry in the phonebook.  
Enter the name, press SAVE. The number is displayed.  
Press SAVE to store the number.  
All Calls  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Calls Lists and press OK  
to open the Calls list screen.  
2. The Received calls list is highlighted. Scroll  
to  
highlight the Missed or Dialled Calls list. Press OK.  
3. If the name of the caller has been stored in the  
phonebook it is displayed.  
4. Press OPTIONS. You can now select:  
Delete – to delete the entry.  
Show Details – to view the number.  
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Save Number – to store the number in the phonebook.  
Press to select the option you want then press OK.  
Or press BACK to return to the previous screen.  
Delete Calls lists  
1. Press MENU the scroll  
to Calls Lists and press OK  
to open the Calls list screen.  
2. Scroll to Delete Calls Lists and press OK. Press  
or to select the list you want to delete:  
Received Calls  
Missed Calls  
Dialled Calls  
All Calls  
Press OK.  
3. Press YES to delete or NO to cancel.  
Call Diversion is a chargeable  
service. Check with your network  
provider for details.  
Call Diversion  
Divert an incoming call to another number where you  
can be reached.  
For BT, call 0800 800 150.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Calling Features and  
press OK. Press OK select Call Diversion.  
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2. Press  
or  
to select:  
On – switch Call Diversion on.  
Off – switch Call Diversion off.  
Check – see the number calls will be diverted to.  
Press OK. The Call Diversion service number is dialled.  
Follow the prompts given.  
Call Waiting  
Call Waiting is a subscription  
service. Please check with your  
network provider for details.  
If an incoming call arrives while you are already on the  
phone, you will hear a soft beep every 5 seconds. This  
beep is not audible to the person you are speaking to.  
The second caller’s number (and name if stored in the  
phonebook) will appear on the handset display.  
For BT, call 0800 800 150.  
Instead of the engaged tone, the second caller will hear  
an announcement to hold on as you are aware that there  
is a second call.  
The name of the waiting caller will be displayed if you  
have stored their details in the phonebook and have  
subscribed to your network’s Caller Display service.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Calling Features and  
press OK. Press  
to highlight Call Waiting then  
press OK.  
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2. Press  
or  
to select:  
On – switch Call Waiting on.  
Off – switch Call Waiting off.  
Check – see the current setting.  
Press OK to confirm. The Call Waiting service number is  
dialled. Follow the prompts given.  
Reminder Call is a pay as you use  
service.  
Reminder Call  
You can request a BT reminder call for any time of day  
or night.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Calling Features and  
press OK. Press  
to highlight Reminder Call then  
press OK.  
2. Press  
or  
to select:  
Set – switch Reminder Call on.  
Cancel – switch Reminder Call off.  
Check – hear the current setting.  
Press OK. The Reminder Call service number is dialled.  
Follow the prompts given.  
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It’s your phone, make it work the way you want.  
The Personalise menu lets you set a number of  
preferences for each handset and for any Call Groups  
you have set.  
Ringtone  
Choose from 10 ringer melodies 1-8 polyphonic,  
9-10 standard. Set different melodies for internal and  
external calls.  
1. From the standby screen, press MENU then scroll  
to  
Personalise and press OK. Press OK again to open the  
Handset list.  
2. Press OK to highlight Ringtone. Press OK to select  
External Calls. Or scroll  
to Internal Calls, then  
press OK.  
3. Scroll  
and  
to the melody you want – a sample is  
played. Press OK to select or BACK to return to the  
previous menu.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
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Ringer volume  
There are five handset ringer volume levels and off. If you  
select off, calls will still ring at the base and your handset  
screen will indicate incoming calls.  
If you select Ringer off, the  
is shown on the display.  
icon  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press  
OK. Press OK again to open the Handset list.  
2. Scroll  
to Ring Volume and press OK.  
3. The current setting is displayed. Press  
to increase or  
to decrease the volume. Press OK to confirm.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
Handset name  
You can change the name displayed on your handset’s  
screen, e.g. to Peter, Kitchen etc. The name can be up  
to 8 characters long. The handset number is not altered.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press  
OK. Press OK again to open the Handset list.  
2. Scroll  
to Handset Name, then press OK.  
3. Enter the handset name you want. If you make a mistake  
press CLEAR. Press SAVE to confirm.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
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Language  
Choose the display language – English, Français or  
Deutsch.  
1. From the standby screen, press MENU then scroll  
to  
Personalise and press OK. Press OK again to open the  
Handset list.  
2. Press  
or  
to highlight Language and press OK. Press  
to highlight the language you want and press OK  
to select or BACK to return to the previous menu.  
3. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
Picture  
Set the picture that forms the background to your  
handset’s standby screen.  
1. From the standby screen, press MENU then scroll  
to  
Personalise and press OK. Press OK again to open the  
Handset list.  
2. Scroll  
to Picture and press OK. Scroll  
or  
to  
the picture you want and press VIEW.  
3. Press USE to select or BACK to return to the picture list.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
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Menu colour  
You can select Blue, Green or Pink.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press  
OK. Press OK again to open the Handset list.  
2. Scroll  
to Menu Colour, then press OK.  
3. Scroll  
or to highlight the colour you want and  
press Save.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
Auto talk  
When the handset is on the base and the phone rings, you  
can answer a call just by picking the handset up from the  
base, without having to press the  
button. You can  
also end a call by placing the handset back on the base.  
By switching Auto Talk off you have to press the  
button to answer a call and  
to hang up.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press OK.  
Press OK again to open the Handset list.  
2. Scroll  
to Auto Talk, then press OK.  
The current setting is highlighted.  
3. Scroll  
or  
to switch between On and Off.  
Press OK to confirm your selection.  
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4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
Key beep  
Each time you press a button the handset beeps.  
You can switch these beeps on or off.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press  
OK. Press OK again to open the Handset list.  
2. Scroll to Key Beep and press OK.  
3. Scroll or to select On or Off and press OK.  
4. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
PABX access code  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press  
OK. Press OK again to open the Handset list.  
2. Scroll  
to PABX Access Code.  
3. Display shows Set Code. Press OK.  
9 X  
4. Enter in your PABX access code, e.g.  
and press  
SAVE.  
5. Scroll  
to On and press OK.  
6. Press and hold BACK to return to standby.  
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Call groups  
Create a call group by combining a list of entries stored  
in the phonebook. For example, Friends, Family and Work.  
You can then set a ringtone and picture for each group to  
help you identify the type of call.  
You can create up to 4 call groups.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Personalise and press  
OK. Press  
to highlight Call Groups then press OK.  
2. Scroll or  
to highlight the Call Group you want,  
Friends, Family, Work, Other and press OK.  
3. Scroll  
or  
to highlight the option you want from the  
list and press OK.  
View Entries – see who’s in your call group.  
Scroll  
or  
.
Add Entries – add a name from the phonebook to  
your Group. Scroll  
or  
to select an entry then  
press ADD.  
Remove Entries – remove names from your Group.  
Scroll or to select an entry then press REMOVE.  
Ringtone – select a ringtone for the group. Scroll  
or  
to hear the options then press OK.  
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Picture – select a picture for the group. Scroll  
or  
through the list. Press VIEW to see the picture and press  
USE to select the picture.  
Edit Group Name – set a new name for the Group.  
Press CLEAR to delete the current name and enter the  
new name. Press SAVE.  
Clear Group – delete the group. Press YES to confirm or  
NO to cancel. All entries will be deleted from the group  
but not the phonebook.  
Handset default settings  
Handset ringer volume  
Handset name  
5
Equinox  
Earpiece volume  
3
5
Ringer melody  
(external and internal)  
Display colours  
Auto Talk  
Blue  
On  
Call groups  
Family  
Friends  
Work  
Other  
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Base settings  
What’s your fancy?  
Ringtone  
Choose from 5 standard ringer melodies.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Base Settings and  
press OK.  
2. Press OK select Base Ringtone. Scroll  
or  
to select  
the ringtone you want. As you highlight each option, you  
hear a quick sample.  
3. Press OK to set the ringtone.  
Ringer volume  
There are five ringer volume levels and Off.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Base Settings and press  
OK. Press to highlight Base Volume then press OK.  
2. Scroll to increase volume or to decrease volume  
then OK to confirm.  
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Handset priority  
Connecting to a  
switchboard/PBX?  
For Access code, Recall and Dial  
mode settings see, Connecting to  
a switchboard, page 78.  
Normally, if you have more than one handset registered  
to your base, they all ring at the same time. However, you  
can set one of them to ring before the others, so that calls  
can always be answered at one handset first.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Base Settings and  
press OK. Press  
to highlight Handset Priority  
then press OK.  
Display highlights All Handsets. Press OK to select All  
Handsets to make all handsets ring together.  
Or  
2. Scroll  
to Select Handset and press OK. Scroll  
or  
to the handset you want to ring first. Press OK.  
3. Scroll  
or  
to select the number of rings at the  
handset before the other handsets start ringing. Press OK  
to confirm.  
Dial mode  
Your BT Equinox 1200 is set to Tone dialling. You can  
switch to Pulse dialling.  
1. Press MENU then scroll to Base Settings and press OK.  
Scroll  
to Dial Mode and press OK.  
2. Press  
or to highlight Pulse or Tone and press OK  
to confirm.  
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Base settings  
Protecting your settings  
When entering a PIN the digits are  
shown as asterisks.  
System PIN  
The System PIN is used for registering and deregistering  
handsets and some other optional settings. The default  
System PIN is 0000.  
Keep track of your PIN  
If you change the System PIN,  
keep a record of new number by  
writing in the space provided on  
page 80. You need your System  
PIN for registering handsets and  
for some other optional settings.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Base Settings and press  
OK. Press to highlight System PIN then press OK.  
2. Enter the current PIN (Original setting 0000) and press OK.  
3. Enter the new PIN, press OK and enter it again.  
4. Press OK to confirm.  
If you enter the PIN incorrectly the  
screen shows Incorrect Pin.  
Default base settings  
Base ringtone  
Standard melody 1  
5
Base ringer volume  
Dial mode  
Tone  
System PIN  
0000  
Handset priority  
All handsets  
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IMPORTANT  
Use your phone as an alarm clock.  
If you have subscribed to your  
network’s Caller Display service the  
date and time will be set  
automatically when you receive  
your first call and you will not need  
to set the date and time manually,  
although this is an option.  
Set the date and time and use your BT Equinox 1200 to  
give you a reminder alarm.  
You can have a different alarm setting for each handset  
registered to your base. The alarm rings only at the  
handset, not at the base or any other handset.  
Set alarm  
When the alarm is switched on, the  
standby icon shows the  
icon  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Time Settings and press  
OK. Press OK to select Alarm.  
2. Press OK to select On/Off. Scroll  
or  
to highlight  
the option you want:  
On Once – alarm goes off just once.  
On Daily – alarm goes off same time each day.  
Off – alarm off.  
Press OK to confirm.  
3. If you are setting an alarm, the screen shows  
Time. Enter the time you want the alarm to go off,  
e.g.  
7
for 7.30am, then press OK  
0
0
3
to confirm.  
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Time settings  
Alarm tone  
From a choice of 4, you can set which ringtone is played  
for your alarm.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Time Settings and press  
OK. Press OK to select Alarm.  
2. Press to highlight Set Alarm Tone, and press OK.  
3. Scroll or to select the Alarm Tone you want then  
press OK to confirm.  
Switch alarm off  
1. When the alarm sounds, press any button on the handset  
to switch if off.  
Set date and time  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Time Settings and press  
OK. Press to highlight Set Date & Time then press OK.  
2. Enter the date,  
e.g.  
for 22nd February. Press OK  
2
2
0
3
2
0
to confirm.  
3. Enter the time,  
1
e.g.  
for 2.30pm then press OK to  
4
confirm.  
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It’s time for fun.  
Your BT Equinox 1200 comes with 3 games.  
Rabbit Runner  
Dodge the traffic to collect carrots.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Games and press OK.  
2. Press OK to select Rabbit Runner. Press START to  
display the game menu which includes instructions.  
3. Press BACK or the right hand option button to exit.  
Hector  
Drop the ball into the hole. Not as easy as it sounds.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Games and press OK.  
2. Scroll to Hector and press OK. Press START to  
display the game menu which includes instructions.  
3. Press BACK or the right hand option button to exit.  
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Games  
Bowling  
Can you achieve a perfect strike rate?  
1. Press MENU then scroll to Games and press OK.  
2. Scroll to select Bowling. Press OK to start  
to display the game menu which includes instructions.  
3. Press BACK or the right hand option button to exit.  
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Expanding your system is easy.  
Up to five handsets can be registered and operated from  
the BT Equinox 1200.  
You can create phonebook entries  
and adjust some handset settings  
such as ringer melody and volume  
on an unregistered handset or out  
of range handset.  
You can make internal calls between two handsets while  
third is making an external call.  
Each handset can be registered on up to four bases.  
IMPORTANT  
Before registration, make sure the  
handset batteries are fully charged  
and that you are close to the base.  
If you buy new handsets to use with your BT Equinox  
1200 they will have to be registered to the base before  
you can use them.  
Register a new BT Equinox handset  
1. Press MENU, then scroll down to Registration and  
press OK.  
2. Register Handset is highlighted. Press OK.  
3. If you have more than one base, scroll  
or  
to select  
the base. Press OK.  
4. Enter the base’s SYSTEM PIN (original setting 0000).  
Press OK.  
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Page  
5. At the base: press and hold  
until you hear the base  
beep. The handset screen will show the base ID number.  
Press OK to confirm. The handset screen then shows  
Handset Registered. The handset reverts to standby  
and is given the first available handset number. You can  
now use the handset.  
Register handset with an additional base  
To register a GAP compatible  
handset to your BT Equinox base,  
please refer to the instructions  
supplied with the handset you are  
trying to register.  
A handset registered with one base can then be registered  
with up to three more bases, e.g. at work, at home, at a  
relative’s home.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
2. Register Handset is highlighted. Press OK.  
3. Scroll or to select the base. Press OK.  
to Registration and press OK.  
All the bases that a handset can be  
linked to are indicated by an .  
4. Enter the selected base’s SYSTEM PIN (original setting  
0000). Press OK.  
Page  
5. At the base: press and hold  
until you hear the base  
beep. The handset screen shows the base ID number,  
press OK. The handset reverts to standby and  
is given the first available handset number. It is now  
registered to the new base and ready for use.  
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Select base  
You can switch your BT Equinox handset between bases.  
You can also set it to automatically select the base with  
the strongest signal. The handset must first be registered  
with each base individually.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
2. Scroll to Select Base then press OK. The current  
base being used is highlighted.  
3. Scroll or to select the base you want or Automatic  
to Registration and press OK.  
to connect to the base with the strongest signal. Press OK.  
De-register a handset  
Use one handset to de-register another handset from the  
same base.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Registration and press OK.  
2. Scroll down to De-Register. Press OK.  
3. Enter the system PIN (original setting 0000) then press  
OK. The screen lists all handsets registered to the base.  
4. Scroll  
or  
to select the handset you want to  
deregister and press OK.  
5. Press YES to confirm or BACK to return to the previous  
screen listing the handsets.  
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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 2 x AAA rechargeable NiMH batteries, please contact the BT Equinox Helpline  
0870 605 8047.  
Remove the battery compartment cover and remove existing batteries. Insert new batteries  
and replace the compartment cover.  
NOTE: BT accepts no responsibility for damage caused to your BT Equinox handset by  
using any other type of batteries.  
Problems  
Possible cause  
No display  
The batteries may be dead. Recharge or replace the  
batteries.  
Is the handset switched off? To switch the handset on,  
see page 16.  
No dial tone  
Check that the telephone line cord is plugged into the  
phone socket.  
Check that the base is connected to the mains power  
and switched on.  
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Problems  
Possible cause  
Is the display flashing  
You cannot link up  
with the base  
? Check that the base is  
connected to the mains power and switched on.  
Are you are out of range? Move the handset closer to  
the base.  
Are the batteries low or flat? If so, charge the batteries  
or replace them if necessary.  
If using more than one base, check that you are connected  
to the correct base, see page 67.  
No ring on the handset  
Check that the ringer volume is switched on, see page 52.  
Check that the base is plugged into the phone socket  
and that it is also connected to the mains power and  
switched on.  
Buzzing noise on my  
radio, TV, computer  
or hearing aid  
Sometimes, your BT Equinox 1200 and other DECT GAP  
compatible handsets can interfere with other electrical  
equipment if placed too close. Try moving it at least one  
metre away from such appliances.  
The charging does not  
appear to be working  
Check that the base is plugged into the mains socket  
and switched on.  
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Help  
Problems  
Possible cause  
Check that you are using the correct power adaptor plug.  
BT Equinox 1200 base – Item Code 005391  
BT Equinox 1200 Twin charger – Item Code 003313  
Check that the handset has slotted correctly into the base.  
Check that the handset batteries have been correctly  
fitted.  
Cannot adjust an  
option in the base  
Someone else might be making changes using another  
handset. Try again when the other handset user has  
finished.  
SMS messages  
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.  
cannot be sent and  
screen displays  
Unable To Send  
There might be a fault on the line.  
Check your telephone line is working properly.  
You might have deleted the server number in error.  
Refer to page 40 for instructions on how to enter the  
number.  
Your SMS memory might be full.  
Delete unwanted text messages, see page 35.  
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Problems  
Possible cause  
More than one SMS product plugged into the line.  
Remove other products.  
Cannot send text  
Check Service Centre number is correct including 1470  
prefix.  
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.  
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.  
Note: Messages sent to 00000 are not charged for.  
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Help  
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.  
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.  
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. Press MENU again to select SMS. Press MENU to display New message  
and press MENU. Type in the following commands (depending upon what you wish to  
do) and send to 00000.  
1
This will enable you to opt out from receiving voice text messages.  
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1
2
Turns off the opt out option.  
Turns on permanent voice text message delivery to your phone.  
This means all incoming text is delivered as voice text.  
2
Turns off permanent voice text message delivery.  
If you are sending a message from a fixed line phone to another fixed line phone.  
3
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  
3
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.  
0
Will allow a status report to be send back to you when you have sent a  
0
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.  
BT Equinox Helpline  
0870 605 8047  
Call the dedicated BT Equinox Helpline:  
if you are having difficulties using your BT Equinox 1200 or Twin  
if you need replacement batteries or mains power lead  
Lines open 9am – 5.30pm, Monday to Friday  
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General information  
Important  
This equipment is not designed for making emergency telephone call when the power  
fails. Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.  
This product is intended for connection to analogue public switched telephone networks  
and private switchboards in the United Kingdom.  
Safety  
General  
Only use the power supply included with the product. Using an unauthorised power  
supply will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone. The item number  
for the power supply used with the base is 005391. The item number for the power  
supply used with the charger is 003313 (only applicable when you have purchased the  
Equinox 1200 Twin).  
Use only the approved rechargeable batteries supplied. Spare rechargeable batteries are  
available from the BT Equinox Helpline 0870 605 8047.  
Do not open the handset (except to replace the handset batteries) or the base. This could  
expose you to high voltages or other risks. Contact the Helpline for all repairs.  
Radio signal transmitted between the handset and base may cause interference to  
hearing aids.  
It is recommended that advice from a qualified expert be sought before using this  
product in the vicinity of emergency/intensive care medical equipment.  
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It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert  
before using this product.  
Your product may interfere with other electrical equipment, e.g. TV and radio sets,  
clock/alarms and computers if placed too close. It is recommended that you place your  
product at least one metre away from such appliances to minimise any risk of  
interference.  
Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release  
of highly toxic chemicals.  
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.  
Environmental  
Do not expose to direct sunlight.  
The produce may heat up when the batteries are being recharged or during prolonged  
periods of use. This is normal. However, we recommend that to avoid damage you do not  
place the product on antique/veneered wood.  
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 surface.  
Do not submerge any part of your product in water and do not use it in damp or humid  
conditions, such as bathrooms.  
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Do not expose your product to fire, explosive or other hazardous conditions.  
There is a slight chance that your phone could be damaged by an electrical storm. We  
recommend that you unplug the power and telephone line cord from the base for the  
duration of the storm.  
Guarantee  
Your BT Equinox 1200 is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of  
purchase.  
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 Equinox 1200 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 or repaired product.  
The conditions of this guarantee are:  
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.  
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.  
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.  
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Within the 12 month guarantee period:  
If you experience difficulty using the product, prior to returning it, please read the Help  
section beginning on page 68, or contact the BT Equinox Helpline on 0870 605 8047,  
9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday.  
In the unlikely event of a defect occurring, please follow the Helpline’s instructions for  
replacement or repair.  
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, TecLogic on 01672 564444 or a local qualified  
repairer.  
Returning your phone  
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.  
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General information  
Technical information  
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 Equinox 1200 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.  
With different telephone types there is not guarantee of ringing, even when the REN is  
less than 4.  
Only use the approved power adaptor and charger.  
Only use approved AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries.  
Connecting to a switchboard  
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 service provider.  
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Access code and entering a pause  
If you are connecting your BT Equinox 1200 to a switchboard/PBX you may need to prefix  
stored numbers with 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.  
A pause is entered when storing a number in the phonebook (see page 23) or PABX access  
code (see page 55) by pressing and holding the  
button until the display shows  
P.  
Dialling mode  
With some switchboards/PBXs you may need to switch the dial mode from Tone to Pulse,  
otherwise you should not need to adjust this setting.  
1. Press MENU then scroll  
to Base Settings and press OK. Press  
to highlight Dial  
Mode then press OK.  
2. Press  
or  
to highlight the setting you want. Press OK to confirm.  
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Declaration of Conformance  
Hereby, Suncorp Technologies declares that this BT Equinox 1200 is in compliance with  
the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.  
The Declaration of Conformance for the BT Equinox 1200 is published on the website:  
R&TTE  
This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone  
network and compatible switchboards.  
This equipment complies with the essential requirements for the Radio Equipment and  
Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC.  
For your records  
Enter your BT Equinox 1200 base  
PIN here:  
Date of purchase:  
Place of purchase:  
Serial number:  
BT accessories and  
replacement items  
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For a full range of accessories and  
replacement items for BT products  
please call 0870 240 5522, or visit:  
(see page 60 for more information)  
Enter your BT Equinox 1200 text  
message security code here:  
For guarantee purposes proof  
of purchase is required so please  
keep your receipt.  
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(see page 42 for more information)  
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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 2004.  
Registered Office: 81 Newgate Street, London EC1A 7AJ.  
Registered in England No. 1800000.  
BT Equinox 1200 (5/04) 6  
Designed and produced by The Art & Design Partnership Ltd.  
Printed in China  

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