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VTech bs2425 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
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen
sink, or swimming pool).
5.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not
be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator
or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation
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 to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8.
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.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots
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 cabinet
parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassemb-ling can cause electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently used.
11.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
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  • Page 1: 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. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
  • Page 2 There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS BY BATTERY, READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTONS.
  • Page 3 Introduction The 2425 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. Your 2425 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 4 Handsets. Using additional Handsets, two extensions can be conferenced on a call (2 Handsets and the Base Speakerphone), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call, while two other extensions can be talking internally, using the Intercom feature.
  • Page 4 Handset Base Unit AC Power Adapter Telephone Line Cord Parts Check List Belt Clip Battery Pack Wall Mounting Bracket Owner's Manual...
  • Page 5 Antenna Message Waiting Indicator Earpiece Headset Jack (2.5mm) Scroll Keys On (Flash) Dialing Keys Handsfree Speakerphone The Handset Layout LCD Display 10. Select 11. Off (Clear) 12. Battery Compartment 13. Intercom 14. Billed Services 15. Microphone...
  • Page 6 Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the base unit. Setup Installation of Battery Pack in Handset Follow the steps below: Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward.
  • Page 7 Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your 2425 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base Unit. You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you first receive your phone.
  • Page 8 Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the base unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack. Checking for dial tone After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset. The Phone icon will appear on the handset display, and you will hear dial tone.

  • Page 9: Wall Mounting

    12 hours. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit, and the other end to the wall jack.

  • Page 10: Registration And Operation

    Registration And Operation Of The 2425 Accessory Handset Your 2425 system can operate up to 4 Handsets. The accessory Handset, model 2422, consists of the following: The original Handset that is shipped with your 2425 system will be automatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1. As you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, and finally HANDSET 4.
  • Page 11 Enter Base ID Code After charging the Handset, remove it from its Charge Cradle, the screen will display: Press NEW, then enter the 15 digit Base Unit ID code, located on the underside of the Base Unit. Press OK. The Handset will display: PLEASE WAIT!! Wait approximately 15 seconds.

  • Page 12: Handset And Base Indicators

    Handset Icons Icon Description Line In Use indicator On steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is in use. On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call.
  • Page 13 Handset LEDs Description Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your Message voicemail. Waiting Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company. Base LEDs Description Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your voicemail. Message...

  • Page 14: Soft Menu Functions

    Example of the idle mode display: RDL (Redial) Press RDL to display the last 5 telephone numbers dialed. The number on the top line is the most recent number dialed. • Use the scroll keys to select the desired the number.

  • Page 15: Calls Log (Caller Id)

    SAVE Select this option to save the displayed Caller ID record into Speed Dial Memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be saved into Speed Dial Memory. If you need to modify the number after saving, see To Edit a Number/Name.

  • Page 16: Handset Settings

    In the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU, then scroll down to HANDSET SETTINGS. press OK. You can now select from the following options: • RINGER VOLUME Select this option to adjust the ringer volume. Use the keys to adjust the volume up or down. The Handset will display a graphic indicator of the selected volume setting.

  • Page 17: Range Extender

    Your 2425 has an enhanced feature that is designed to improve performance. If you are using your system in an area with excessive interference, or you require a moderate increase in operating range, the Range Extender feature can help to improve both the sound quality and range. Actual range will depend on your environment.
  • Page 18 The 2425 can store up to 50 names/numbers in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the number keys to 'spell' the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: Number Key...
  • Page 19 To Store a Number/Name: • Starting from the idle screen, enter the number you want to store in memory. • Be sure to include long distance codes and pauses (using the PAUSE softkey) if necessary. Press the MEM softkey. • You will then be prompted to ENTER NAME.
  • Page 20 To Search For and Dial a Number/Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the MEM softkey to review memory contents. • Using softkeys scroll through the memory contents alphabetical order. Or press one of the number keys to go directly to the closest match for the letter represented by that key.
  • Page 21 • Press the DEL softkey. Handset will display: • To delete this record press THIS. To delete all record, press ALL. • To confirm the deletion of ALL records, press YES. To exit without deleting press NO. To Edit a Number/Name: •...
  • Page 22 Hold Function • Press the HOLD soft key to place a call on hold. To return to the call press the ON or HANDSFREE key. Flash Function • You can use your GIGAPHONE with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON key on the Handset.
  • Page 23 From Handset to Handset : • Press the INTERCOM key followed by the number of the other Handset you wish to call (e.g. INTERCOM 3). • Handset 3 can then answer the intercom call by pressing the INTERCOM key. • To end the intercom call press OFF on either Handset.
  • Page 24 For more information, refer to MAKING CALLS in HANDSET AND BASE OPERATION. Line in Use Indication On the Handset : When the telephone line is currently being used by a 2425 Handset , a status message similar to this will display on idle Handset(s):...
  • Page 25 Message Waiting Indication The 2425 is compatible with optional voicemail service provided by some local telephone companies. If you subscribe to this service, and you have new, unplayed messages in your voicemail, a Visual Message Waiting Indicator (VMWI) signal is transmitted by your local telephone company.
  • Page 26 Announced Transfer: You can perform an announced transfer (call and advise another extension) of an active call by doing the following steps: • Handset must be on an active call. • Place the active call on HOLD. • Press the INTERCOM key followed by the number of the Handset (1,2,3,4) that you wish to transfer the call to.
  • Page 27 A charge is added to your phone bill each time this service is used. NOTE: It is likely that your local telephone company will assess charges to use custom features.You should check with your local service provider...

  • Page 28: Headset Operation

    Your 2425 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an accessory Headset for hands-free operation. Locate the Headset Jack on the Handset. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack on the cordless Handset. The plug should fit securely. Do not force the connection.
  • Page 29 Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.

  • Page 30: In Case Of Difficulty

    • Make sure the Power Cord is plugged in. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall jack. • Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If the 'LOW BATTERY' message is shown, the battery pack needs charging.
  • Page 31 You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.

  • Page 32: Warranty Statement

    WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER? • Any defect in material or workmanship. FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE? • To the original purchaser only - ONE YEAR. WHAT WILL BellSouth DO? • At our option, repair or replace your unit. HOW DO I SEND MY UNIT, IN OR OUT OF WARRANTY? •...
  • Page 33 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC and ACTA Information If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
  • Page 34 You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product.
  • Page 35 If you do, please keep three things in mind: a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing feature doesn’t work.

  • Page 36: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz CHANNELS 94 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC. Actual operating range may vary according environmental conditions at the time of use. SIZE Handset : 48mmx33mmx175mm Base :...

  • Page 38: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents 1. Important Safety Instructions 3. Introduction Parts Check List The Handset Layout 6. Getting Started Setup Wall Mounting 10. Registration and Operation 12. Basic Operation 12. Handset and Base Indicators 14. Soft Menu Functions 14. RDL (Redial) 14.
  • Page 39 BS2425 91-005499-020-000 Printed in China ISSUE 0...

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