Sony SPP-H273 Manual

Sony Corporation © 2001

Printed in Taiwan, R.O.C.

3-232-394-11(1)

Operating Instructions

Manual de instrucciones (verso)

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to
persons, including the following:

1. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash

bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.

2. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an

electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from
lightning.

3. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
4. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not

dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes
for possible special disposal instructions.

The model number is located at the bottom of the unit and the serial
number is located inside the battery compartment of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. SPP-H273         Serial No.   ________________

1. This equipment complies with Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules for

the United States. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that
contains, among other information.

2. If this equipment (SPP-H273) causes harm to the telephone network,

the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn’t
practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as
possible.

3. If trouble is experienced with this equipment (SPP-H273), for repair or

warranty information, please contact Sony Direct Response Center: Tel
1-800-222-7669. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is resolved.

4. All repairs will be performed in an authorized Sony service station.
5. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the Phone

Company or Party Lines.

6. This equipment is hearing aid compatible.

When programming emergency numbers and (or) making test calls to
emergency numbers:

1. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for

the call.

2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early morning or

late evenings.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.

Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this phone.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may
not cause interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow
the following guidelines in order to protect body from exposing to RF
electromagnetic energy.

1. Avoid direct body contact with transmitting antenna during telephone

conversation.

2. Do not replace or modify the transmitting antenna in any way.

Thank you for purchasing the cordless handset SPP-H273!

This cordless handset is an optional handset for Sony QuadraStation 2.4
series – SPP-A2780, SPP-A2770, SPP-S2730, and SPP-S2720.

The phone systems can be expanded to a total of four cordless handsets
and realizes the intercom conversation between a couple of cordless
handsets (Walkie-Talkie function).

First, read the followings.

• Be sure to register this cordless handset to the base phone or the base

unit before use. (See “Registering a cordless handset” below.)

• For details on operation of the cordless telephone, refer to the operating

instructions of your phone system.

• The names printed on the buttons and controls may differ from that of

the cordless handset supplied with the SPP-A2780 and SPP-A2770. It is
recommended to attach the supplied sticker for the reference of the
Answering function. (See “Attaching the supplied sticker” below.)

Charge the battery pack for more than 12 hours before you start using
your cordless handset.

Slide open the battery compartment lid of the cordless handset.

Connect the battery connector with correct polarity (black wire
goes on lower side and red wire goes on upper side).

Hook the cords and insert the battery pack. Then close the lid.

Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 9V jack of the
charger and to an AC outlet and place the cordless handset on
the charger.

The CHARGE lamp on the charger lights up when the cordless
handset is properly seated on the charge terminals of the
charger. Charge the battery pack for more than 12 hours so that
the battery is fully charged. The CHARGE lamp remains lit even
after charging is completed.

A fully charged battery pack lasts for about:
• Approx. 5 hours when you use the cordless handset continuously
• Approx. 6 days when the cordless handset is in standby mode.

Notes
• The battery pack will gradually discharge over a long period of time, even when

not in use.

• If you leave the battery pack in the cordless handset without charging it, the

battery pack will be completely discharged.
It may require several times of charging to recover to its full capacity.

• While charging, the battery pack warms up. This is not a malfunction.

Do not place the cordless handset on the charger after each call. The battery
works best if the cordless handset is returned to the charger after two or
three calls. However, do not leave the cordless handset off the charger for a
long period of time as this will completely discharge the battery pack.

If the battery lasts only a few minutes even after 12 hours of charging, the
usable life of the battery has expired and needs replacement. Contact your
local Sony authorized dealer or service center, and ask for a Sony BP-T38
rechargeable battery pack.

Note
Battery life may vary depending on usage condition and ambient temperature.

The phone systems can be expanded to a total of four cordless handsets.
The station number of the base phone (or base unit) is set to 0 and that of
the cordless handset (supplied with the base phone or base unit) is set to 1
at the factory. The station number of the cordless handset newly added to
the system will be one of the number 2 through 4 in the order of
registration.
Before you start registering, set all the unit of the system in standby mode
and place them close to each other (within a distance of 12 inches). Then do
the following procedure on the cordless handset.

Be sure to save the receipt and attach it to your WARRANTY card when
having your equipment repaired at an authorized Sony service center.

Hearing-Aid Compatible

You can utilize the supplied two type of stickers provided for the station
number (for all QuadraStation 2.4 series) and for the reference of the
Answering function (only for the SPP-A2780 and SPP-A2770). Attach them
on the cordless handset if necessary.

Attach either of the two forms on each cordless handset to your preference.

Attach the sticker for the reference of the button
operation required for playing back the recorded
messages as shown in the figure.

• Store the battery pack at a temperature between 41°F (5°C) and 95°F

(35°C) for best performance.

• If you do not use the cordless handset for a long period of time, remove

the battery pack after charging for more than 12 hours.

During a power interruption, you cannot make or receive calls, and you
cannot use the answering machine (In the case of SPP-A2780 and
SPP-A2770 only).

Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can
help preserve our environment by returning your
unwanted batteries to your nearest point for
collection, recycling or proper disposal.

Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-cadmium batteries in household

or business trash may be prohibited.

RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) advises you about
spent battery collection by the following phone number.

Call toll free number: 1-800-822-8837 (United States and Canada only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-cadmium batteries.

• Clean the cabinets with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a

mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring
powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine as they may damage the
finish of the cabinet.

• If the charge terminals of the charger and cordless handset are soiled,

wipe them with a soft cloth.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your phone, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.

If you’ve experienced any of the following difficulties while using the
cordless handset, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the
problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Spread method

Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum

Access method

FDMA-TDD

Frequency band

2.4075 - 2.4720 GHz

Operating channel

40 channels

Supplied accessories

Charger/AC power adaptor (AC-T127)
Rechargeable battery pack (BP-T38)
Sticker (for station number/Answering function)
(1 sheet)

Power source

Rechargeable battery pack BP-T38

Battery life

Standby: Approx. 6 days
Talk: Approx. 5 hours

Battery charging time

Approx. 12 hours

Dimensions

Approx. 2 

3

⁄

8

 x 6 

5

⁄

8

 x 1 

15

⁄

16

 inches (w/h/d), antenna

excluded (approx. 58 x 166 x 48 mm)
Antenna: Approx. 2 

7

⁄

8

 inches (approx. 72 mm)

Mass

Approx. 8.1 oz (approx. 230 g), battery included

Power source

DC 9 V from AC power adaptor
AC-T127

Dimensions

Approx. 3 

1

⁄

4

 x 2 

5

⁄

8

 x 4 

1

⁄

8

 inches (w/h/d)

(approx. 80 x 64 x 102 mm)

Mass

Approx. 2.7 oz (approx. 75 g)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

You cannot register a
station number on the
cordless handset.

You do not know the
station number of the
cordless handset.

The CHARGE lamp on
the charger does not
light up when you place
the cordless handset to
charge.

The battery duration is
short.

• Make sure the system ID is correct.
• The cordless handset is charged enough.
• Make sure all the cordless handset is placed

close to the base phone or base unit.

• Place the cordless handset on the charger. The

station number of the cordless handset
appears on the display.

• Attach the supplied station number sticker on

the cordless handset for remembrance’ sake.

• Wipe the charge terminals of the charger and

the cordless handset with a soft cloth for
better contact of the charge terminals.

• Make sure the cordless handset is placed on

the charger properly.

• Make sure the cordless handset is placed on

the charger with front side facing forward.

• Use only the supplied AC-T127 AC power

adaptor.

• The battery pack was charged less than 12

hours (due to power failure, etc.).

• The usage life of the battery has expired and

needs replacement.

• Use only the supplied AC-T127 AC power

adaptor.

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ENTER SYSTEM ID
_ 

Press (PGM).

Press (INTERCOM).

You hear a confirmation beep.

Enter the 10 digits system ID
by pressing the dialing keys.

The system ID is shown on a
sticker affixed to the bottom of
the base phone (or base unit).

Press (PGM).

You hear a long confirmation beep and the assigned station
number is displayed.

Notes
• Do not allow more than 60 seconds to elapse during the operation procedure.
• Once you add a cordless handset to the base phone (or base unit) system, you

cannot change the station numbers, or cancel the additional registrations.

• When you press any button other than (PGM) to use an unregistered cordless

handset, the message “PLEASE REGISTER THIS HANDSET” will appear on the
display, and five short error beeps will be heard. You must first register the
cordless handset you want to add to the system.

• If you try to register a cordless handset which you have already added to the

system, the five short error beeps will be heard and the registration will be
canceled.

• If the registration is unsuccessful, “ERROR” will appear on the display, and five

short error beeps will be heard after (PGM) is pressed in step 4. Move the cordless
handset closer to the base phone (or base unit), and then start over the procedure.

The station number of the cordless handset
appears on the display of the cordless handset
while it is seated on the charger. You can also
utilize the supplied sticker of the station
number and attaching on the cordless handset.

HANDSET 2 

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