Page 1: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started ..... 4 Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Parts check list .
Page 2 Table of contents Battery care and performance . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Replace handset battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Additional information .
Page 3: Need Help
NEED HELP? This manual has all the feature operation 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 .
Page 4: Getting Started
8 . User’s manual To purchase replacement battery, visit us on the web at www . vtechphones .com or call VTech Communications, Inc . at -800- 595-95 . In Canada, contact V Te c h Te l e c o m m u n i c at i o n s Canada Ltd .
Page 5: Installation
4 . Be sure to allow the battery to charge in the handset for a minimum of 6 hours before using your phone . CLICK www.vtechphones.com • Use only the provided VTech battery, or equivalent . • Place the handset in its base when not...
Page 6: Power Connection
Installation Power connection Plug the connector of the base power adaptor to the connector jack at the bottom of the base unit . Then plug the adaptor into an • Use only the base power adaptor electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch . supplied with this Telephone line connection product .
Page 7: Charge The Handset Battery
Installation 2 . Secure the back of the unit by holding it in both hands . 3 . Place thumbs on the mounting pegs of the bracket . 4 . Apply pressure with the thumbs to push the bracket into place . Charge the handset battery Place the handset in the base or charger .
Page 8: Set Handset Date And Time
Installation Set handset date and time If you subscribe to caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first incoming call . If you do not have caller ID service, or wish to set the date and time manually: •...
Page 9: If You Subscribe To Dsl Service
Installation If you subscribe to DSL service: If you hear interference during conversations and/or your caller ID features are not functioning properly, install a noise filter to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL provider to obtain a noise filter.
Page 10: Basic Operation
Telephone operation Handset operation . Answering a call Press LINE 1 or LINE 2 to answer a call . 2 . Making a call Press LINE 1 or LINE 2, then dial the number . -OR- Dial the number (use space and make corrections), then press LINE1 or LINE2 to call .
Page 11: Base Operation
Telephone operation Base operation . CONTRAST Press the contrast key, to adjust the screen contrast . Repeated pressing will cycle from lightest to darkest contrast . 2 . PROG/MEM Your base unit can store 0 frequently dialed phone numbers . Press the PROG/MEM key to dial the numbers stored in memory .
Page 12: Three Way Conference Call
Telephone operation Three way conference call At the handset: • While on an active call (on either line . ) • When the handset is in conference • Press HOLD . Make a call on the other line . mode, press •...
Page 13: Temporary Tone Dialing
Telephone operation Temporary tone dialing If you have pulse dial (rotary) service, you can change from pulse to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing *TONE . This is useful if you need to send touch tone signals to access telephone banking or long distance services .
Page 14: Headset Jack
(under the small rubber flap). headset, visit us on the web at www . Do not force the connection, but make sure the plug fits securely. vtechphones .com or call VTech Customer Service at -800-595- 95 . In Canada, contact VTech...
Page 15: Display Screen Messages
Telephone operation Display screen messages Screen displays: NEEDS RECHARGING ** RINGING ** CONNECTING... PHONE ON CALLING HANDSET CALLING BASE BATTERY LOW SCANNING... CAN’T CONNECT L1 & L2 RING OFF L1(&L2) MESSAGES When: The battery needs to be recharged . There is a call coming in . The handset is waiting for a dial tone .
Page 16: Speed Dial
Speed dial Your phone can store up to nine telephone numbers with names (up to 5 characters and 24 digits in each location) in the speed dial memory locations you assign (numbered through 9) in each handset . These numbers can be dialed with the pressing of two buttons presses . You can also store telephone •...
Page 17: Edit A Speed Dial Entry
Speed dial 5 . After you enter the name, press SEL/INT. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER . 6 . Enter the telephone number . Use to enter a pause if necessary . — OR — Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number (up to 24 digits long) dialed from this phone . 7 .
Page 18: Delete A Speed Dial Entry
Speed dial Delete a speed dial entry . Press and hold the speed dial location key (-9) of the entry you wish to delete . 2 . When the screen displays the entry to be deleted, press SEL/INT . Then press flashes.
Page 19: Directory
Directory Your phone can store 20 (including the nine speed dial entries) telephone numbers with names (up to 5 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number in each location) in the handset . Store a directory entry in the handset .
Page 20: Delete A Directory Entry In The Handset
Directory 3 . When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press SEL/INT . Then press EDIT flashes. 4 . Press SEL/INT . The screen displays the name and number . The cursor appears at the end of the name .
Page 21: Store A Speed Dial Entry In The Directory From The Handset
Directory Store a speed dial entry in the directory from the handset . The screen displays DIRECTORY . . Press 2 . Press to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory . — OR — Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to move. 3 .
Page 22: Directory Memory Capacity At The Base
Directory Directory memory capacity at the base Your base unit can store 0 frequently dialed phone numbers . Store a number in the directory at the base • With the base in the idle (off) mode, press and hold PROG/MEM . •...
Page 23: Delete A Directory Entry At The Base
Directory • Press a LINE key . You will hear a dial tone, and the number is dialed . — OR — • First, press a LINE key, and listen for a dial tone . Press PROG/MEM and then the desired location . Delete a directory entry at the base at the base •...
Page 24: Caller Id
Caller ID Your phone has a caller ID (CID) with call waiting feature that works with service from your local phone service provider . Caller ID with call waiting lets you see who calling before you answer the phone, even when you are on another call . You may need to change your phone service to use this feature .
Page 25: About Caller Id
Caller ID Caller’s name VTech 800-595-9511 L1 Long distance call 5/01 5:40 Date of call About caller ID Your phone can store up to 45 calls in its caller ID (CID) memory . When the memory is full, the oldest call will automatically be deleted to make room for new incoming call information .
Page 26: Delete A Record From Call History
Caller ID Delete a record from call history Delete a specific call: • Caller ID numbers . Locate the record you want to delete from call history . may appear with 2 . Press the REMOVE key, you’ll a confirmation beep. an area code Delete all calls: that may not be...
Page 27: Display Screen Messages
Caller ID 2 . If you wish to change how the number is stored, press # . The screen displays all dialing variations available (area code + number; + area code + number; number only; + number) . The dialing options are: 3 .
Page 28: Batteries
Batteries Battery care and performance After the battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: • If you repeatedly get a low battery Operation indicator, even after charging While in use (talking) overnight, the battery should be While not in use (standby*) replaced .
Page 29: 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 -800-595-95 . In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd . at -800-267-7377 .
Page 30 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion I cannot dial out . • Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The handset may take a second or two to find the base and produce a dial tone . This is normal . Wait an extra second before dialing . •...
Page 31 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion C A N ’ T C O N N E C T • Move the handset closer to the base . You might have moved out of range . d i s p l a y s •...
Page 32 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion I get noise, static, or • Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone . Try installing your weak signal even when phone as far away as possible from these types of electronic devices such as: wireless routers, I’m near the base .
Page 33 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion 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 . a call . • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in .
Page 34 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion My calls fade or cut in • Press PROG and then SEL/INT 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 35 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion M y C a l l e r I D i s n ’ t • Caller ID is a subscription service . You must subscribe to this service for this feature to work working . on your phone . •...
Page 36: 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 37 • 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 38: Important Safety Instructions
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: . Read and understand all instructions . 2 . Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product . 3 .
Page 39: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations
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 40: The Rbrc ® Seal
® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc . is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States and Canada .
Page 41: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications Enhanced 5 .8GHz technology–your phone operates on a dual band transmission that combines the best of 5 .8GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones . Frequency Control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Transmit Frequency Base: 92 .75 - 97 . 0 MHz Handset: 5863 .80 - 5872 .5 MHz Receive Frequency Base: 5863 .80 - 5872 .5 MHz...
Page 42: Index
Index Base ringer 8 Basic operation 0-29 Batteries 5, 28 Before you begin 4 Belt clip 9 Caller ID 24–27 Calling from speed dial 8 Charge the handset battery 7 Check for dial tone 7 Choose a location 5 Conference call 2 Delete a directory entry in the handset 20 Delete a directory entry at the...
Page 43: Telephone Operation
Index Set dial mode 7 Set handset date and time 8 Speed dial 6–8 Store a call history number in the directory 26 Store a directory entry in the handset 9 Store a number in the directory at the base 22 Store a redial number in the directory at the base 22 Store a speed dial entry in the...
Page 44 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 .
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