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VTech 5808 User Manual

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Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, sink or swimming pool).
5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface such as a table, shelf or stand. The
product may fall, causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided for
ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by
placing the 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.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your
dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord
may have anyone walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an
authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base or handset other than
specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or
electric shock.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service
facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work
by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
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  • Page 1 Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3.

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    (three handsets and the base speakerphone). This manual is designed to familiarize you with your cordless telephone. We strongly recom- mend you read the manual before using your phone. To order additional system handsets (model number 5808), batteries or headsets, contact the Supplier.

  • Page 4: Parts Check List

    Telephone Line Cord User's Manual (English and Spanish) 7. Belt Clip 8. User’s Manual 9. Audio Patch Cord 10. Battery 11. VTech Phonebook Manager CD 12. USB Cable Handset Battery Special Features Guide (English and Spanish) VTech Phonebook Manager CD...

  • Page 5: The Handset Layout

    The Handset Layout 1. Earpiece 2. USB Cable Jack 3. Headset Jack / Audio Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm) 4. On/Flash Key 5. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #) 6. Speakerphone Key 7. LCD Display 8. Menu/Select Key 9. Softkeys 10. NavKeys(Navigation Keys) 11.

  • Page 6: The Base Unit Layout

    The Base Unit Layout 1. Charging LED 2. LCD Display 3. Message LED 4. Speakerphone 5. Softkeys 6. Flash 7. Intercom 8. Volume Key 9. Dialing Keys (0-9, * , #) 10. Clear 11. Antenna 12. Microphone 13. Telephone Jack 14.

  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Connecting Power to Base Unit Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the connector into the bottom of the base unit. To outlet Installation and Charge of Battery Follow these steps: 1. Remove the battery cover and place the battery in the compartment with the metal contacts aligning, as shown in the diagram.

  • Page 8: Charging Of The Handset Battery

    Setup Charging of the Handset Battery The handset of your cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in its base. Maximum talk time on fully charged battery is seven hours, and maximum standby time is four days. You should charge the battery for a minimum of 12 hours when you first receive your phone.
  • Page 9 Setup CAUTION: Use only the power supply provided with your telephone. IMPORTANT! FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM: 1. Choose a central location for your base unit. 2. Install your base unit and accessory handsets away from electronic equipment, such as personal computers, television sets and microwave ovens.

  • Page 10: Power Guard

    Power Guard/Spare Battery Charger Feature Power Guard Your phone uses the spare battery charger in the base unit to provide operational backup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls, for up to 2.5 hours.

  • Page 11: Installation And Registration Of Accessory Handset

    The original handset that is shipped with your 5858 system will be automatically registered to the base. This handset is HANDSET 1. As you register additional accessory handsets (model 5808) to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, etc.
  • Page 12 Installation and Registration of Accessory Handset Setup of 5808 Accessory Handset 1. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. 2. Place the battery in the handset with the metal contacts aligning, as shown in the diagram to the left.
  • Page 13 Installation and Registration of Accessory Handset Registration Your 5858 handset comes registered to the base unit. To register additional 5808 handsets (purchased separately): Registering the 5808 handset for the first time After charging, the handset will display registration directions, which are as follows: •...

  • Page 14: Handset And Base Indicators

    Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description Line In Use Indicator • On steady when an extension handset or parallel set is in use. Hold Indicator • Flashes when a call is on hold. Mute Indicator • Flashes when the handset microphone is muted. Ringer Off Indicator •...

  • Page 15: Base Unit Icons

    Handset and Base Indicators Base Unit Icons Description Icon Ringer Off Indicator is displayed when the base ringer is turned off. Line In Use Indicator • On steady when an extension handset or parallel set is in use. Hold Indicator •...

  • Page 16: Handset Menu

    Handset Menu Handset Main Menu Enter the handset main menu options by pressing MENU/SEL. Use the NavKeys to select from the seven menu items described below. NavKeys (Navigation Keys) Press the NavKeys to maneuver through the various options in the handset main menu.

  • Page 17: Adding Phonebook Entries

    Handset Menu Phonebook Enter the phonebook directly from idle mode by pressing the — OR — Press MENU/SEL, then using the MENU/SEL. If there are no entries, the screen will display Phonebook is empty. The i 5858 handset can store up to 100 numbers with names in the phonebook directory, along with a distinctive ring and image for each.
  • Page 18 Handset Menu • You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use the digit keys to spell the name. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. To add a space between characters, press twice. When finished, press the SET softkey. NOTE: Press to advance the cursor.

  • Page 19: Searching For And Dialing Phonebook Entries

    Handset Menu • Press the NavKey to sample the picture and animation options. If you make a mistake, press to delete. — OR — • Press MENU/SEL then press the sample the picture and image options. • Once you have selected an image or animation, press SET.

  • Page 20: Editing Phonebook Entries

    Handset Menu • Once you find the entry you want, simply press /FLASH (on) or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number. Editing Phonebook Entries • Following the first two steps in Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry you want to edit.

  • Page 21: Call Log

    Handset Menu Call log To access the call log, press the CALL LOG softkey. - OR - Press MENU/SEL, then the call log menu. Press MENU/SEL. Then use the NavKeys to scroll and view the CID records in the call log. This feature allows you to scroll through the 100 current caller ID and call waiting records received.

  • Page 22: Settings

    Handset Menu NOTE: To access this feature, you must have at least one additional handset. To order accessory handsets, please refer to page 11. Global Page from Handset: • With the Intercom icon highlighted, press MENU/SEL. • Press the up or down NavKey to highlight Global Page. Press MENU/SEL.

  • Page 23: Sounds

    Handset Menu Sounds Play Sound Clips This option allows you to access all preset melodies and the melodies you have recorded using the Recordable Ringer option (see page 25 for details.) Record Sound Clip Choose this selection to record your own ring tones. See recordable ringer on page 25 for complete instructions.

  • Page 24: Redial

    Handset Menu Redial • Press the REDIAL softkey to display the last 20 telephone numbers dialed from the handset. The number on the top line represents the last number dialed. • Use the NavKey to scroll to the desired number. •...

  • Page 25: Recordable Ringer

    Recordable Ringer Record a Ringer You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your default ringer or for a distinctive ringer assigned to a specific phonebook directory. You can record with either the provided audio patch cord (not the USB cord), or with the handset microphone. NOTE: The space allotted for recordable ringers and picture download are dynamic.

  • Page 26: Picture Download

    PC desktop. Graphics Tab Functions The VTech phonebook manager allows you to open graphic files on your PC and transfer them to your phone. Once the graphics are transferred, they can be used for your wallpaper image or to assign to a particular phonebook entry, quickly alerting you to your caller’s identification.
  • Page 27 4. Once the preview box is over the area of the graphic you want to download onto your handset, release the mouse button. Phonebook Tab Functions The VTech phonebook manager can be used to create, modify and backup phonebook files from your handset. The phonebook manager has many useful functions: •...

  • Page 28: Phonebook Tab Functions

    Import Contacts Into Phonebook Manager From Other PC Applications Use this feature to import contacts from a comma separated text file into the VTech phonebook manager software. The contacts will be merged into the currently loaded phonebook.

  • Page 29: Exporting Contacts To A Comma Separated Text File

    If the mapping displayed is not what is desired, select one of the rows and press the Change Map button to correct it. You can only use each of the three fields (VTech name first, VTech name last and VTech phone number) once. If you want to change one that has already been mapped, you must first select that row and use the Change Map button to remove the association.

  • Page 30: Base Menu Soft Functions

    Base Menu Soft Functions Your phone has an advanced design that uses a menu structure and softkeys to access many of the features. Example of the idle mode display: Redial Your base remembers the last 10 numbers dialed from it. Press REDIAL. The number on the top line represents the last number that was dialed.

  • Page 31: Base Unit Menu

    Base Menu Soft Functions • Press SELECT, then SAVE. • You will be asked to ENTER NAME. Use the keypad to enter the desired name (see To Store a Number/Name on page 37). • Press SAVE. The name and number has been stored in phonebook memory.

  • Page 32: Calls Log

    Base Menu Soft Functions Calls Log Caller ID - call waiting ID Your phone is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling before you answer the phone (caller ID). It is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal (call waiting caller ID).

  • Page 33: Dialing From Caller Id

    Base Menu Soft Functions Dialing from Caller ID To dial the number displayed, simply press the You can also use the dialing option as follows: Dialing Option: Press SELECT. Use the Navkeys to scroll to DIAL OPTION, then press SELECT. Up to three possible dialing options of the number stored in caller ID memory will display.

  • Page 34: Base Settings

    Base Menu Soft Functions Base Settings To access base settings, with the base in the idle (off) mode, press MENU, scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, then press SELECT. You can now access the following setting options: CLOCK SETTING KEYPAD TONE CLEAR MSG WAIT PRODUCT ID Press CLEAR at any time to back out of the base settings mode.

  • Page 35: Keypad Tone

    Base Menu Soft Functions Keypad Tone (preset to ON) Keypad tones are the beeps you hear each time you press a key on the base unit. To turn this feature ON or OFF: • Press MENU. Scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, press SELECT.

  • Page 36: Factory Settings

    Base Menu Soft Functions Factory Settings If you wish to reset your phone to the settings programmed at the factory: • Press MENU, then scroll to BASE SETTINGS. • Press SELECT, then scroll to FACTORY SETTINGS. • Press SELECT, the screen will display RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS ARE YOU SURE? •...

  • Page 37: To Store A Number/Name

    Base Menu Soft Functions NOTE: Each system handset and the base unit can independently store names and numbers in memory. Adding, editing or deleting items stored in one unit does not affect the phonebook in any other system handset or the base. To Store a Number/Name: •...

  • Page 38: To Search For And Dial A Number/Name

    Base Menu Soft Functions To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the PH BOOK softkey to review memory contents. • Use the softkeys to scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. -OR- Press the FIND softkey, enter the first few chararcters of the name and then press FIND to...

  • Page 39: To Edit A Number

    Base Menu Soft Functions To Edit a Number • Following the first two steps in To Search For and Dial a Number/Name, locate the entry you want to edit. • Press the EDIT softkey twice. The handset will display: • Press NAME or NUMBER, depending on which you want to edit.

  • Page 40: Handset And Base Operation

    Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the handset: • Press /FLASH (on) or speakerphone feature. • Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first, then press (on) or • Press /CLEAR (off) to end your call or place the handset in its base to end your call.

  • Page 41: Handset Volume

    Handset and Base Operation Handset Volume The volume control is on the right edge of the handset. During a call, press the + or adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. You can adjust the volume for the headset and speakerphone this way also.

  • Page 42: Mute Function

    Handset and Base Operation NATURAL - No frequency enhancement. (Your handset is preset to this selection) NOTE: The sound select feature cannot be used when in speakerphone or headset mode. Mute Function During an active call pressing either the MUTE softkey on the handset or base (when in speakerphone mode), will disable the microphone.

  • Page 43: Intercom

    Handset and Base Operation Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets: • At the base press INTERCOM, scroll to GLOBAL PAGE, then press SELECT. • Each handset will display Global Call from BASE. • Any handset can then answer the page, and enter intercom mode by pressing •...

  • Page 44: Conference Calling

    Handset and Base Operation Conference Calling Your phone is capable of supporting conference calls with up to three registered handsets and the base unit. To enter a conference call, simply press handset or base. The phone icon display. Transferring Calls You can transfer calls from the base to handset, handset to handset, or handset to base.

  • Page 45: Headset Operation

    Headset Operation Your handset is equipped with a 2.5mm headset jack for use with an optional accessory headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the headset option, you must obtain a compatible accessory headset. To purchase a headset, contact the Supplier. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm headset, locate the headset jack on the handset.

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    Maintenance Taking care of your telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet.

  • Page 47: In Case Of Difficulty

    In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call the Supplier. The phone doesn't work at all • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. •...
  • Page 48 In Case Of Difficulty You hear noise in the handset, and none of the keys or buttons work • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Common cure for electronic equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in the charger.

  • Page 49: Warranty Statement

    Warranty Statement The Supplier warrants, to the original purchaser only, the material and workmanship of this product for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase. We will repair or replace, at our option, this product without charge should it fail due to a defect in material or workmanship within that time period.

  • Page 50: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations

    FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 51 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents.

  • Page 52: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: 5725-5850 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: 5725-5850 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.

  • Page 53: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Important Safety Instructions ... 1 Introduction ... 3 Parts Check List ... 4 The Handset Layout ... 5 The Base Unit Layout ... 6 Getting Started ... 7 Setup ... 7 Connecting Power to Base Unit ... 7 Installation and Charge of Battery...
  • Page 54 Table Of Contents Base Unit Menu ... 31 Calls log ... 32 Caller ID - Call Waiting ID ... 32 Reviewing Caller ID from the Base ... 32 Dialing from Caller ID ... 33 Save CID Records to Phonebook Memory ... 33 Deleting CID Records ...
  • Page 55 Index Adding Phonebook Entries...17 Additional Information...45 Advanced Operations...40 Announced Transfer...44 Answering Calls...40 Base LEDs...15 Base Menu Soft Functions...30 Base Settings...34 Base Speakerphone Operation...43 Base Speakerphone Volume...41 Base Unit Icons...15 Base Unit Menu...31 Basic Operations...14 Belt Clip...45 Call Log...21 Caller ID - Call Waiting ID...32 Calls log...32 Charging of the Handset Battery...8 Checking for Dial Tone...8...
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