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VTech 2338 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual w w w . v t e c h p h o n e s . c o m Models: gz2335/2338...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Getting started ..... 4 Parts checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Installation .

  • Page 4: Need Help

    NEED HELP? This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting you need to install and operate your new VTech telephone . Please take the time to review thoroughly to ensure proper installation of this VTech innovative and feature rich product . You can also visit our website at www .vtechphones .com for support, shopping, and everything new at VTech .

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    28) . To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www . vtechphones .com or call VTech Communications, Inc . at 1-800- 595-9511 . In Canada, contact V Te c h Tele c o mmuni c ati o ns Canada Ltd .

  • Page 6: Installation

    7 . After the battery is fully charged, press ON on the handset and you should hear a dial tone . ����� ��� www.vtechphones.com • Use only the VTech battery and AC power adaptor supplied with this telephone . Recharging of •...

  • Page 7: Low Battery Warning

    . 1 . Choose a central location for your base unit . • Use only the VTech battery and 2 . Install your phone(s) as far away as possible from AC power adaptor any other cordless (wireless) device such as cordless supplied with this telephones, 802 .

  • Page 8: If You Subscribe To Dsl Service

    Installation Connection 1 . Choose a location for the base near an electrical outlet and telephone jack . 2 . Plug the connector of the base power adaptor to the connector jack at the bottom of the base unit . Then plug the adaptor into a standard electrical outlet (110V AC) not controlled by a wall switch .

  • Page 9: Removable Handset And Base Plates

    Installation Removable handset and base plates Your phone comes with additional handset brac kets and base plates of var ious colors . These brackets and plates are interchangeable to suit your mood or room decor . Handset brackets 1 . Carefully remove the handset’s top bracket and/or bottom bracket by pressing inward towards the center of the phone, then pull the bracket off slowly .

  • Page 10: Handset Features

    Handset features (CID/VOL-) • When the phone is not in use, press to display caller ID information . • Press and hold for two seconds while in idle mode to adjust ringer volume . A double beep will sound at the lowest setting . •...

  • Page 11: Base Features

    Base features FIND HANDSET Press to page the handset for up to 60 seconds . Press again, press OFF, or place the handset in its base to cancel the page . CHARGE/IN USE Indicator • Flashes when the handset is in use . •...

  • Page 12: Basic Operation

    Telephone operation Set handset ringer You can select from four traditional ringers, thirteen musical ringers, or turn the ringer OFF . 1 . Make sure the handset is idle (off) . 2 . Press PROG . until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting . 3 .

  • Page 13: Telephone Operation

    Telephone operation Dial mode (preset to tone) If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery is charged . If you have pulse (rotary) service, the dial mode must be changed . 1 .

  • Page 14: Operating Range

    Telephone operation Operating range This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . Even so, this handset and base can communicate over only a certain distance — which can vary with the locations of the base and the handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office.

  • Page 15: Displaying Screen Messages

    Telephone operation Displaying screen messages Screen displays: ** RINGING ** CONNECTING... PHONE ** PAGING ** LOW BATTERY SCANNING... CAN’T CONNECT NEW VOICE MAIL When: There is a call coming in . The handset is waiting for a dial tone . The handset is in use .

  • Page 16: Speed Dial

    Speed dial You can store as many as nine frequently dialed telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters and 24 digits in each location) into the speed dial memory locations you assign in the handset . Store a speed dial entry 1 .
  • Page 17 Speed dial 7 . Enter the telephone number . Use to store a pause in the dialing sequence . -OR- • When an incoming phone number Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed . matches an 8 . Press SEL or PROG . The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting . existing number 9 .

  • Page 18: Delete A Speed Dial Entry

    Speed dial Edit a speed dial entry 1 . Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry to be edited . 2 . When the screen displays the desired number, press SEL . Then press until EDIT flashes, Press SEL .

  • Page 19: Dial A Speed Dial Number

    Speed dial Dial a speed dial number 1 . Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to dial . 2 . Press TALK to dial the displayed memory number . Re-assign speed dial locations 1 .

  • Page 20: Directory

    Directory Your phone can store 20 telephone numbers with names (including nine speed dial entries), each up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number . Store a directory entry 1 . Press PROG . The screen displays DIRECTORY . 2 .
  • Page 21 Directory -OR- Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed from this phone . • If you choose N, 6 . Press SEL or PROG . The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting . skip to Step 10 . 7 .

  • Page 22: Edit A Directory Entry

    Directory Edit a directory entry 1 . Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY . 2 . Press to scroll alphabetically through the entries . -OR- Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry to be edited. 3 .

  • Page 23: Dial A Directory Number

    Directory ����������� ���������� 4 . Press SELECT . The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number . The current setting flashes. until YES flashes. 5 . Press 6 . Press SEL. You will hear a confirmation beep. Dial a directory number 1 .

  • Page 24: Move A Directory Entry To Speed Dial

    Directory Move a directory entry to speed dial 1 . Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY . 2 . Press to scroll alphabetically through the directory . -OR- Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry to be moved .

  • Page 25: Caller Id

    Caller ID • When repeat caller ID (CID) data arrives, the newest date, time and caller ID information overwrite the old information, and is displayed Call log during CID review . When the memory is full, the oldest call information is deleted to make room for new incoming call •...

  • Page 26: Remove Records From Call History

    Caller ID Remove records from call history Removing a Specific Entry: 1 . Locate the record to be deleted from the call log . 2 . Press CHAN/REMOVE, a confirmation tone will sound. Removing All Entry: 1 . With the Handset in idle (off) mode, press and hold CHAN/REMOVE . The screen displays ERASE ALL NO YES.

  • Page 27: Display Screen Messages

    Caller ID PROGRAM DIAL • When the memory is full, the 800-595-9511 screen displays 28 5/01 5:40PM MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds and no 4 . Press SEL . The screen displays the number and name . The cursor appears at the end of the name . new number can Use , and the dial pad keys to edit the name .

  • Page 28: Ringer Options

    Ringer options In addition to four traditional ringer options and ringer off, your gz2335 or gz2338 handset has thirteen popular pre-programmed ring tones . Traditional Ring Options: Tones: Ringer 1 Ringer 2 Ringer 3 Ringer 4 Ringer OFF 1. Rotary 2.

  • Page 29: Headset Operation

    • Whenever a for handsfree operation . Model gz2338 comes with a compatible headset . headset is If you’ve purchased the VTech gz2335 and wish to connected to the obtain a compatible headset, you must purchase it cordless handset, the microphone separately .

  • Page 30: Additional Information

    If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511 . In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd . at 1-800-267-7377 .
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion I cannot dial out . • Make sure there is a dial tone before dialing . It is normal for handset to take a second or two to find the base and produce a dial tone. Wait an extra second before dialing. •...
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion CAN’T CONNECT • Move the handset closer to the base . You might have moved out of range . displays on my • If the handset is in its base and the charging light does not light, refer to the charge light is off handset .
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion I get noise, static, • Other cordless phones and 802 . 1 1 wireless routers that are used for home computer networks both use internal radios to communicate . The radios may interfere with one another . You can improve the or weak signal even performance of your cordless phones and your router by: when I’m near the...
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion I hear noise in the • Make sure the power cord is plugged in . handset, and none of the keys or buttons work . My handset does not • Make sure you have the ringer activated . Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this ring when I receive user’s manual .
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion My calls fade or cut in • Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been eliminated . and out while I’m using • Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone . Try installing my handset .
  • Page 36 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion Common cure for If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in its base . If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed): electronic equipment . 1 .

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will repair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product . If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts . If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design . VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition .

  • Page 38: Important Safety Instructions

    • If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity . You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty .

  • Page 39: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations

    Important safety instructions product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug . This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register . This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided .
  • Page 40 This product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria . The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user . The base unit shall be installed and used such that parts of the user’s body other than the hands are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm (8 inches) or more . If you choose to use a clipping device, please make sure to only use the supplied VTech belt clip .

  • Page 41: The Rbrc ® Seal

    VTech product service centers . Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY ® battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area . VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources .

  • Page 42: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Dual band transmission combines the best of 2 .4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones . Frequency Control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Transmit Frequency Base: 2410 .2-2418 .9 MHz Handset: 912 .75-917 . 1 0 MHz Receive Frequency Base: 912 .75-917 .

  • Page 43: Index

    Index Additional information 29-40 Base features 10 Basic operation 11-28 Belt clip 28 Call log 24 Caller ID 24 Choose a location 6 Connection 7 Delete a directory entry 21 Delete a speed dial entry 17 Dial a directory number 22 Dial a displayed number 25 Dial a speed dial number 18 Dial mode 12...
  • Page 44 Store a directory entry 19 Store a speed dial entry 15 Technical specifications 41 Telephone operation 12-14 Temporary tone dialing 12 The RBRC Seal 40 ® Troubleshooting 29 Warranty 36 www.vtechphones.com...
  • Page 45 VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD . A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES Distributed in the U .S .A . by VTech Communications, Inc . Beaverton, Oregon Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd ., Richmond, B .C . Copyright ©2006 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD .

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