Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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Product Troubleshooting
Problem:
How to record an announcement remotely on my answering machine?
Solution:
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To record you announcement remotely:
You can access the answering system remotely by dialing your home telephone number from any touch-tone telephone. A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch-tone telephone. The preset code is 19. You can use this preset code, or set your own.
Step 1: Dial your telephone number from any touch-tone telephone.
Step 2: When the system plays your announcement, enter the two-digit security code.
Step 3: Enter *7 to Record a new announcement.
Step 4: After you finished recording, hang up or press 8 to end the call.
Note:
You may want to reference your product manual.
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