Cannot get the answering machine to work. Only asks for Random Access Code. Any suggestions?
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I followed the instruction booklet. I don't have access to them right now as I ordered it for my parents. I don't recall anything about a Random access code. Their phones are up and running with no issues.
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Button on the right side of the base will turn off the answering machine. It looks like an on/off button. I inadvertently deactivated the answering function myself.
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I think I just ran into the same password problem. Were you trying to restore factory settings? I tried that under Menu &gt; Settings &gt; Restore Factory Settings, but the phone said "Input phone password". Searched online and the manual, and did not see what to do next. But upon trying a few combinations, apparently the default password is "0000".
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I have the same phone set, but have had it less than 9 months. Have had no problems. I use AT&T; Uverse where I live, and so get my phone messages via Uverse, and not the phone set answering system. The phone works well for me. Have you tried resetting your answering machine? It sounds like the glitch is in that part of the phone. Also suggest that you google the phone set to see if this problem has occurred with others. So sorry not to have an answer for you. At this point, I am very satisfied with my phone set. If you get a solution to your problem, would you post it please? I may need it in a few months! I have the same phone set, but have had it less than 9 months. Have had no problems. I use AT&T; Uverse where I live, and so get my phone messages via Uverse, and not the phone set answering system. The phone works well for me. Have you tried resetting your answering machine? It sounds like the glitch is in that part of the phone. Also suggest that you google the phone set to see if this problem has occurred with others. So sorry not to have an answer for you. At this point, I am very satisfied with my phone set. If you get a solution to your problem, would you post it please? I may need it... » Read More I have the same phone set, but have had it less than 9 months. Have had no problems. I use AT&T; Uverse where I live, and so get my phone messages via Uverse, and not the phone set answering system. The phone works well for me. Have you tried resetting your answering machine? It sounds like the glitch is in that part of the phone. Also suggest that you google the phone set to see if this problem has occurred with others. So sorry not to have an answer for you. At this point, I am very satisfied with my phone set. If you get a solution to your problem, would you post it please? I may need it in a few months! « Show Less
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Try switching thhe code dip switches. It sounds like you have an inteference on the current code channel.
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NO answering machine. I have one to sell by the way. nicholascrome@yahoo.com
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I called the Customer Service number several times. I kept getting an answering machine and they never called back.
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First, check to make sure that you didn't accidentally set the Menu/Lock key. If that is not the problem, you can contact Baofeng at: Baofeng@263.net. Tom, Licensed Amateur Radio Operator
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That's a good question. I've changed the default unlock code. Maybe try hitting xyz in rapid succession.
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I would let the number of rings for the machine to pick up be at 5 or 6. The answering service number of rings should be 3 or 4, this way the answering machine would not have the chance to pick up and you should be getting all of your voice mails through your outside contracted phone answering service. Have a nice day.
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I am having problems closing it after I set combination who can I call when I try again rina320@charter.net
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I have the same problem with answering calls and two way calls also...it will not work
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I ran into the same problem. At the end, I concluded that battery was not the issue. The pad was. One of the keys on the pad was not working properly. So I entered a new passcode bypassing that bad key and it worked. Hope this helped. Barry
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I've never used the answering machine. There is a little light on the answering machine that probably blinks for a voice message.
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no clue! ours doesn't work either, even tho the (800) number I spoke to before hand said it would! still trying to figure it out and see if we can make it work - very annoying
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I have my answering machine on one outlet and the caller ID on a different outlet and have had no problem. Iwould think you could also set it up as outlet>caller ID>answering machine
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I have never had to use the answering machine as I have MagicJack, which has its own voicemail. The caller ID does talk though, which is nice.
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Does it ask you for a pass code? If so try 0000 see if that works, then press pair. It's a bit frustrating at first but it works well once you set it up