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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 surface. The product may fall,
causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings in the Handset and Base Unit are provided for ventilation.
To protect it 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 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 install this product
where the cord might be damaged by anyone walking on it.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the
Handset and Base Unit 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 reassembling 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.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact VTECH under the following
conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into 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,
because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
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Page 1: Important Safety Instructions
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 contact VTECH under the following conditions: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. - Page 2 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use this or any cordless telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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Page 3: Parts Check List
2. Handset 3. Base AC Power Adapter 4. Telephone Line Cord To purchase replacement battery cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. NOTE: Use only VTech batteries (part number 80-5380-00-00) or equivalent AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries. -
Page 4: The Handset Layout
The Handset Layout 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Volume Control 4. CID (Scroll Down) 5. On (Flash) 6. Dialing Keys (0-9, , #) 7. Redial (Pause) 8. Speakerphone 9. LCD Display 10. Select (Menu) 11. Phonebook (Scroll Up) 12. Headset Jack (2.5mm) 13. -
Page 5: The Base Unit Layout
4. Cradle Contacts 5. Menu 6. In Use LED 7. Charging LED 8. Page 9. Microphone 10. Volume Control 11. Repeat/Slow 12. Skip/Quick 13. Delete 14. Message Boxes (PLAY/STOP) 15. Answering Machine Control (On/Off) 16. DC Connector Jack 17. Telephone Jack... -
Page 6: Getting Started
Setup Connecting Power to Base Unit Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the Base Unit. -
Page 7: Installation Of Battery Cells
Installation of Battery Cells Charging the Handset Battery Cells The Handset of your cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable battery cells. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in its Base. You should charge the battery cells for 10-12 hours when you first receive your phone. -
Page 8: Check Battery Indicator
Battery Cells.) Connecting to Phone Line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the bottom of the Base Unit. Then plug the other end of the cord into the wall jack. Checking for Dial Tone After the battery cells are charged, pick up the Handset and press ON. -
Page 9: Wall Mounting
1. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. Then plug the DC connector of the Base power adapter to the connector jack at the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack at the bottom of the Base Unit, and the other end to the wall jack. -
Page 10: Basic Operation
Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description • Turns on when the microphone is muted. MUTE • Turns on when there are new call log entries. • Turns on when the ringer is muted. • Low battery indicator or charging indicator. Handset LEDs Description •... -
Page 11: Handset Operation
Redial Function • Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last telephone number dialed from the Handset. to scroll through the 5 previ- ously dialed numbers. When the beginning or the end of the redial list is reached, a double-beep will sound. -
Page 12: Mute Function
Handset Operation Mute Function • During an active call, pressing the MUTE/ DELETE key will disable the microphone. The screen will display MICROPHONE MUTED briefly: • Press MUTE/DELETE again to return to normal two-way conversation. MICRO- PHONE ON will display briefly. Base Operation From the Base Unit, you can use the PAGE key to locate the Handsets. -
Page 13: Phonebook Operation
Phonebook Operation Your ip 5856 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the digit keys to spell the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: Number Key Space... -
Page 14: Storing A New Entry
Phonebook Operation Storing a New Entry • Following the steps on page 13 to enter the phonebook sub-menu. Press to STORE then press SEL. • Enter the number you want to store in memory. • Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to add pauses if necessary. -
Page 15: Editing A Phonebook Entry
Phonebook Operation • Scroll through the phonebook entries using keys or enter first character of the name you are looking for. NOTE: For phonebook entries longer than 16 digits, only the first 13 digits will be displayed on the screen. Press * or # to scroll through the phone number's additional digits. -
Page 16: Call Log (Caller Id-Call Waiting)
Your can store up to 50 CID entries. NOTES ABOUT CALLER ID & CALL WAITING CALLER ID These are subscription services, provided by most regional telephone service providers. You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits of these features. -
Page 17: Storing A Caller Id
Call Log (Caller ID - Call Waiting) • Press SEL again. Use to scroll through the Call Log. When the beginning or the end of the Call Log is reached, a double beep will sound. Storing a Caller ID • Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to scroll to the record to be stored. -
Page 18: Deleting Caller Id
Call Log (Caller ID - Call Waiting) Deleting Caller ID • Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to scroll to the record to be deleted. • Press the DELETE key to delete the desired record. A confirmation tone will sound and the previous Caller ID record will be displayed on the screen. -
Page 19: Handset Settings
Handset Settings Ringer Volume • From the idle (OFF) mode, press SEL then key to RINGER VOLUME. • Press SEL again. The current ringer volume will be shown: • Press the keys or enter a digit 0 through 6 to the desired ringer volume. The current ring tone is played and the volume bar is increased/ decreased each time the setting is adjusted. -
Page 20: Handset Name
Handset Settings Handset Name (preset as VTECH) • It is possible to give the Handset its own unique name. The name is shown when the Handset is in idle mode. The name can be a maximum of 16 characters. • From the idle (OFF) mode, press SEL then the keys to HANDSET NAME. -
Page 21: Answering System Operation
Answering System Operation Audible Indicators This system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation. Turn Answering System On or Off Press ON/OFF to turn the system on or off. When the system is turned on, you will hear "Answering machine on"... -
Page 22: About Mailboxes
Answering System Operation About Mailboxes This answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will be recorded by pressing 1, 2 or 3 while the system plays the outgoing announcement. Otherwise, messages will be recorded in Mailbox 1. -
Page 23: Review Your Announcement
Answering System Operation 3. Press any PLAY/STOP button to stop recording. The system plays back your recorded message. Review Your Announcement 1. Press MENU until you hear "Set Outgoing Messages." 2. Press any PLAY/STOP button. The system plays the current announcement. Delete Your Announcement Press DELETE during announcement playback. -
Page 24: Feature Summary
Answering System Operation FEATURE SUMMARY SYSTEM ANNOUNCES: "Set Security Code" "Set Audible Message Alert" Off* "Set Announce Only" Off* "Set Base Ringer" "Set Number of Rings" Toll Saver NOTE: Exit Feature Setup at any time by pressing any PLAY/STOP button. (Default setting indicated by “*”) DESCRIPTION/DIRECTIONS: Set the remote access code you will... -
Page 25: Listen To Messages
Answering System Operation This system automatically saves your messages until you delete them, and can store approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos and announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages). A message or memo can be up to 4 minutes long. If the system has less than 30 seconds of recording time left, it automatically turns off. -
Page 26: Adjust Playback Volume
Answering System Operation Press the PLAY/STOP button at any time during playback to exit message playback. A long beep will sound. Adjust Playback Volume Press VOL or VOL to adjust playback volume to a comfortable level. If volume is set to level 1, you will not hear incoming messages as they are received. -
Page 27: Record A Memo
Answering System Operation Record a Memo You can record a memo up to four minutes long to store as an incoming message. 1. Press and release REC/MEMO. The system announces "Please select mailbox." 2. Press the PLAY/STOP button to select a mailbox for the memo. After the system announces "Now recording,"... -
Page 28: Message Window Display
Answering System Operation MESSAGE WINDOW DISPLAY WINDOW DISPLAYS 1-98 0-99 Counting 1 to 99 99 (flashing) 1-99 (flashing) 1-8 (steady for one second) 40-99 On or Off (steady for one second) normal display -- (Flashing) TO INDICATE: No messages in any mailbox. Total number of messages in all mailboxes. -
Page 29: Remote Access
Remote Access You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone. 1. Dial your telephone number. 2. When the system answers, enter your Remote Access Code (preset to 50). The system beeps once and announces the number of new messages on the system. -
Page 30: Advanced Operation
Headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset that is compatible with the ip 5856. For best results use a VTech 2.5mm headset. To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. -
Page 31: Additional Information
The Phone Doesn’t Work At All • 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 battery cells are properly charged. If you get a LOW BATTERY message or indication, the battery cells need charging. - Page 32 1. Disconnect the power from the Base. 2. Uninstall the Handset battery cells. 3. Wait a few minutes. 4. Connect power to the Base. 5. Re-install the battery cells. 6. Watch for Handset to display “SEARCHING...” then VTECH or your own handset name.
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Page 33: Maintenance
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 34: Warranty Statement
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or 4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electrical accessories; or 5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or... - Page 35 • 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 and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
- Page 36 • In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue,...
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Page 37: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations
This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communications Inc. CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. For repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected. - Page 38 0.3. The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. You may want to contact your local telephone company for more information.
- Page 39 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 40 Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
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Page 41: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz Handset: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz Handset: 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. - Page 42 VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon, 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. 200-7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. 91-005662-030-000 issued 0...
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Page 43: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...1 Parts Check List...3 The Handset Layout...4 The Base Unit Layout...5 GETTING STARTED...6 Setup...6 Connecting Power to Base Unit...6 Installation of Battery Cells ...7 Charging the Handset Battery Cells...7 Check Battery Indicator...8 Connecting to Phone Line...8 Checking for Dial Tone...8 Tone/Pulse Selection...8 Wall Mounting...9... - Page 44 Table Of Contents Dial Type ...20 ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION...21 Audible Indicators...21 Turn Answering System On or Off...21 Set the Clock...21 About Mailboxes...22 About Announcements...22 Record Your Announcement...22 Review Your Announcement...23 Delete Your Announcement...23 Delete a Specific Message...23 Delete All Old Messages in a Mailbox...23 Answering System Feature Setup...23 Feature Summary...24 Listen to Messages...25...