Skype with Handset Convenience!
Get cordless handset convenience when you use Skype! Now when you want to talk to your friends you dont need your computer because the Skype application is pre-loaded on the phone. The Linksys cordless Dual-Mode Internet Telephony Kit with Skype comes with the handset, charger, and a Base Station that plugs into your broadband network and to the standard telephone line plug. Dual-Mode capability lets you choose whether to make calls over a standard telephone line or with Skype. Just select who you want to talk to from your contact list on your handset and get ready to talk. Of course, the Handset supports SkypeOut dialing as well as your Skype contact list display. It rings when you have a Skype
iPhone - More Than Talk. The iPhone family of handheld devices harness the power of the Internet to deliver more than talk. Connect the base station to your broadband network
or SkypeIn or standard telephone call coming in, and shows the callers ID on the screen. The Handset also supports call waiting and Skypes optional Voicemail service. When youre on a call, you can hit the Mute button for privacy, or use the speakerphone function to let everyone join in. In short, the Linksys Dual-Mode Cordless Internet Telephony Kit allows you to choose to make calls to other Skype users or over your existing standard telephone line. Youll get the convenience of a cordless phone and all its features, plus the high-quality voice reception integrated right into your Skype handset, no computer is required!
Power up your handset and sign in to Skype
Make free call to other Skype users or choose to make calls over your existing standard telephone line

Dual-Mode

Internet Telephony Kit with Skype

Product Data

CIT400
Features iPhone provides integration with the home to create complete communications solutions Use Skype without the need of a computer
Specifications Handset Frequency Bands Europe:1880-1900MHz, North America:1920-1930MHz, South America:1910-1930MHz Standards DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication Standard) Distance Range 300 Meters Outdoor, 50 meters Indoor Number of Channels 10 channels (Europe & SA), 5 channels (NA) Standby /Talktime 120 hours / 10 hours Display 4K color LCD with 128x128 pixels Power 2 X AA 750mAh NiMH rechargeable batteries Base Station Ports Ethernet 10/100 (RJ45), Line ( RJ11) Button Handset Locator LEDs (4) Skype, Phone Line, Ethernet, Activity Power 7.5V 500mA Charger Power 7.5V 150mA Environmental Device Dimensions Base Station English Metric Handset English Metric Charger English Metric Certification Operating Temp. Storage Temp. Operating Humidity Storage Humidity
Linksys A Division of Cisco Systems, Inc. 121 Theory Irvine, CA 92617 USA E-mail: sales@linksys support@linksys.com Web: http://www.linksys.com
2-in-1 Cordelss DECT telephone for Skype and standard telephone lines Route calls between Skype or standard telephone line (PSTN) Plug and Dial -- Easy to install and easy to use Expandable up to 4 handsets with a single base station Hands-free Speakerphone with one key touch Graphical color LCD display with status indicators Status display of Skype contact list, Skype voicemail, and SkypeOut credit Superior sound quality Polyphonic MIDI ringer melodies on handset Voice encryption for maximum security 120 hours standby time, 10 hours talk time Automatic updates on the Skype client

W 5.1.

H 4.5.

D 1.40 35.5 mm 1 25.5 mm

Weight 0.79 lbs 0.36 kg 0.22 lbs 0.099 kg 0.14 lbs 0.065 kg
2.36 2.76 2.mm Skype, FCC, cUL, CE 0C to 45C (32F to 113F) -20C to 76C (-4F to 168F)
10% to 50% Relative Humidity, Non-Condensing 10% to 60% Non-Condensing

Minimum Requirements

Broadband connection (cable/DSL/other) Broadband Router or Gateway

Package Contents

Handset 2 AA NiMH batteries Charger Base Station 2 Power Adapters Telephone Line Cord Ethernet Cable Quick Installation User Guide on CD
Linksys products are available in more than 50 countries, supported by 12 Linksys Regional Offices throughout the world. For a complete list of local Linksys Sales and Technical Support contacts, visit our Worldwide Web Site at www.linksys.com.
Check the product package and contents for specific features supported. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. CIT400-DS-61213-A-DF

Charging the Handset

Connecting the Base Station

First Time Phone Use

IMPORTANT: To use Skype you will need an available ethernet port. If you have traditional
phone service (landline), you will also need an available telephone wall jack. Remove the cover of the battery compartment. Insert the two NiMH rechargeable, AAA batteries (included). Make sure the polarities are correct. (The + and - ends of the batteries should be in the + and - slots of the compartment.) Slide the cover upward until it snaps into place. Plug the chargers power adapter into an electrical outlet. Place the handset on the charger. For the initial charge, let the batteries charge for 14 hours before using the handset. This maximizes battery performance and life. Pick up the charged handset to make a call. To power off the handset, press the Power/ End Call key until you will see the Skype menu. Scroll to Switch Off. Press Select and the phone will power off. If you have a landline, connect a RJ-11 telephone line cord (included) to the LINE port of the base station. Then connect the other end to your telephone wall jack. If only the landline is connected you can only make and receive calls over the landline. Connect the Ethernet RJ-45 cable (included) to the Ethernet port of the base station. Then connect the other end to a network Ethernet jack. If only the Ethernet cable is connected, you can only make and receive Skype or SkypeIn calls.
When you turn on the phone for the first time, you will be asked to: Select the language. If the language you want does not appear on-screen, scroll to find the correct language and press Select to confirm. Review the agreement. Use the navigation button to move up or down. Read the agreement and press Accept to proceed. Set your country code. For the phone to work correctly according to your countrys standards, you must use the code for the country you are calling from. For example, the U.S. and Canada use the country code of 1. Press Clear to make a correction. Press Enter to confirm the country code. Set your area code. To be able to return local, national or international calls received on the Landline, you must set your area code. Your phone will update the information and reset itself. Create a Skype Account or sign in to your existing Skype Account. Each Skype account has a unique Skype Name with a password. If your Skype Name is the same as another Skype user, it will not be accepted. Your existing Skype Name needs to be at least 6
Package Contents Handset Two AAA NiMH batteries Charger Base Station Power Adapter for the Charger Power Adapter for the Base Station RJ-11 telephone line cord RJ-45 ethernet cable
Connect the included power adapter to the power port of the base station. Then plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet.

Dual-Mode

Internet Telephony Kit with SkypeTM

Quick Installation

Model No. Model No. CIT 400
NOTE: The handset may become warm during the initial charge.
Base Station Front Panel Button
characters and can be any combination of letters, numbers and symbols. Your password needs to be at least 4 characters. This password is different from the system PIN of the phone. Each phone user can have their own Skype account.
Important Safety Information
Important regulatory warnings and instructions are listed in Appendix C: Regulatory Information of the User Guide, which is on the Setup CD-ROM. Read carefully before installing the Telephony Kit. BEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: BATTERIES
Skype The Skype LED is blue and is a solid light during a Skype call. PHONE LINE The PHONE LINE LED is amber and is a solid light during a landline call. Page Press this button to page your handset. To stop the page, press the right soft key on your handset.
It is necessary to set the clock to the correct time zone of the location where your Skype phone is being used before initial phone use. The time zone is based on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). If you dont know your time zone, you can obtain it from http:// www.greenwichmeantime.com.
Press Menu. Scroll to Settings. Press Select. Scroll to Time & Date. Press Select. Scroll to Time Zone. Press Select. Scroll to the correct zone. Press OK when finished. The correct time and date setting will be entered.

Staying within Range If you move outside of the base stations range during a call, an alarm tone will sound and the Base/Handset Link icon will flash on the handsets display screen. Your call will be disconnected if you do not move back within range.
NOTE: Your phone has been preregistered to its base station. However, if you bought an extra handset or deregistered a handset, you may see the message Unregistered on the phones LCD screen. To register the handset, refer to Chapter 4 of the User Guide.
IMPORTANT:Emergency calls
cannot be placed through a Skype line. If you dial an emergency number, it will automatically be placed through a landline if one is available. If a landline is not available the emergency call will not go through.
Read and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Do not use this product near water, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Do not place this product on an unstable table. The product may fall and be damaged. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use this product to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Do not use this product near intensive care medical equipment or by persons with pacemakers. Due to the radio signals between base station and handset, wearers of hearing aids may experience interference in the form of a humming noise.
Use only the battery type listed in the instruction manual. Do not use lithium batteries or non-rechargeable batteries that may damage the handset and charger. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire, as they can explode. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and can cause damage to the eyes or skin. It can be toxic if swallowed. Avoid contact with metal objects when handling the battery. These objects could short out the batteries or cause the conductor to overheat resulting in burns. Do not attempt to recharge the battery cell by heating it. Sudden release of battery electrolyte can cause burns or irritation to the eyes or skin. Observe the proper polarity, or direction, of any battery. Reverse insertion of the battery cell can result in leakage or explosion. Remove the battery cells if you do not plan to use the product for several months at a time. Discard any dead batteries because they are likely to leak into the product. Do not store this product or the battery in a high temperature area. Battery stored in a freezer or refrigerator should be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting. Battery should be stabilized at room temperature before using. Your battery is rechargeable and can be recycled once it outlives its usefulness. Depending upon your local and state law, it might be illegal to dispose of this battery into a municipal waste system. Check with your local solid waste company for more information on your recycling options for the battery cells.

For additional information or troubleshooting help, refer to the User Guide on the CD-ROM. You can also visit the following websites for more troubleshooting help: SKYPE Troubleshooting http://support.skype.com Website http://www.skype.com LINKSYS Website http://www.linksys.com or http://www.linksys.com/support FTP Site ftp://ftp.linksys.com Sales Information 800-546-5797 (800-LINKSYS)
Linksys is a registered trademark or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other countries. Copyright 2006 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

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