Page 1: Table Of Contents
Set date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Telephone operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Dial mode .
Page 3: 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 4: Getting Started
9 . Battery compartment cover 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 atio ns Canada Ltd .
Page 5: 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 6: Low Battery Warning
. cordless phones or wireless 4 . Install your telephone equipment away from heat sources products, you may and direct sunlight . need to select a 5 . Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold .
Page 7: If You Subscribe To Dsl Service
Then plug the adaptor into a standard electrical outlet (110V AC) not controlled by a wall switch . 3 . Connect the telephone line cord to the jack at the bottom of the base unit, and the other end to the wall jack .
Page 8: Removable Handset And Base Plates
Installation Removable handset and base plates Your phone comes with additional handset brac ket s 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 9: Handset Features
. • While handset is not in use, press this button twice to delete the last number dialed from this telephone . • While dialing or entering numbers into the directory, press to insert a four-second dialing pause .
Page 10: 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 11: 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 .
Page 12: Telephone Operation
If you have pulse (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 for access to telephone banking or long distance services .
Page 13: 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 14: Displaying Screen Messages
The handset is changing to one of the 30 channels available for better reception . Together with an error tone when the base power is off and TALK is pressed . Displays when handset is out of range and an attempt to dial failed . There are telephone company voicemail . www.vtechphones.com...
Page 15: 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 16 Speed dial 7 . Enter the telephone number . Use to store a pause in the dialing sequence . -OR- • When an incoming Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed . phone number matches an 8 . Press SEL or PROG . The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting .
Page 17: 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 18: 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 19: 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 .
Page 20 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 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: Caller Id
. • The caller’s name (up to 15 letters are sent by your telephone company) . • The caller’s area code and telephone number (up to 11 digits) . • The time and date of the call .
Page 25: Remove Records From Call History
Caller ID Remove records from call history Remove a specific entry: 1 . Locate the record to be deleted from the call log . 2 . Press CHAN/REMOVE, a confirmation tone will sound. Remove all entries: 1 . With the Handset in idle (off) mode, press and hold CHAN/REMOVE . The screen displays ERASE ALL NO YES.
Page 26: 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 27: Ringer Options
Ringer options In addition to four traditional ringer options and ringer off, your gz2336 handset has thirteen popular pre-programmed ring tones . Traditional Ring Options: Ringer 1 Ringer 3 Ringer OFF Tones: 1. Rotary 3. Bark 5. Metal 7. Monster 9.
Page 28: Headset Operation
• Whenever a for handsfree operation . compatible If you’ve purchased the VTech gz2336 and wish to headset is obtain a compatible headset, you must purchase it connected to the separately . To purchase a headset, visit us on the...
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 1-800-595-9511 . In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd . at 1-800-267-7377 .
Page 30 • If the other phones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in your wiring or local service . Contact your local telephone company . • Eliminate any background noise . Noise from a television, radio or other appliance may cause the phone not to dial out properly.
Page 31 If you hear noise during conversations and/or your caller ID features are not functioning properly, service 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 32 I hear other calls while • 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 using my phone .
Page 33 • Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours . For optimum daily performance, return the handset to its base when not in use . • You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring . Try unplugging some of the other phones .
Page 34 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 35 Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion The charge/in use light This is an indication that the battery is low, depleted, or that there is no electrical contact between the battery and the base unit . Ensure the battery is securely plugged into the handset . Close is flashing.
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: 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 38: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations
F . If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance . 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 .
Page 39 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
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 41: 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 42: 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 43 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 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 . Copyright ©2006 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD .
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