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USER’S MANUAL ia5829 Model: ia5829 Cordless Phone System Caller ID / Call Waiting 45 Name & Number FEATURING: • Caller ID Memory Headset Compatible (2.5mm) • Te c h n o l o g y w w w . v t e c h c a n a d a . c o m...
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.
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Important Safety Instructions 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.
4. Telephone Line Cord 8. Wall Mount Bracket 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, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. Wall Mount Bracket Base Unit...
The Handset Layout Antenna Headset Jack Earpiece 10. Select Key 11. Off Key Left and Right Arrow Keys 12. Hold Key Phone/Flash Key 13. Redial/Pause Key Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#) 14. Prog Key Chan/Delete Key Microphone...
2. Plug the DC connector to the base. Plug the AC adaptor into an electri- cal outlet. Installation and Charge of Battery 1. Install the battery. Use only VTech batteries. a) Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation and sliding downward.
• If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, the battery should be replaced. Use only VTech batteries. CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully:...
Setup Check for Dial Tone After the battery is charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE/FLASH. You should hear a dial tone. Set Date and Time If you subscribe to caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first incoming call.
Telephone Operation Handset Operation SELECT / CID • Use SELECT in conjunction • While on a call, press to with PROG during handset decrease the volume. A programming. double beep will sound when you reach the mini- mum setting. • While on a call, press to in- •...
Telephone Operation Base Operation In Use/Charging Indicator Message Waiting • Flashes slowly when Indicator the handset is in use. • Flashes rapidly when a • If you subscribe to tele- call is on hold. phone company voice mail with a visual mes- •...
Telephone Operation Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save You can select from four different handset ringer styles, or turn the ringer off and extend the battery life. 1. Make sure the handset is off. 2. Press PROG. 3. Press until the screen displays RINGER: and the current selection. 4.
Speed Dial Memory You can store up to nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters and 24 digits in each location) into the speed dial memory locations you assign (1 through 9). You can also store telephone numbers with names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions.
Telephone Memory 6. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER. 7. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press REDIAL/PAUSE to store a pause in the dialing sequence. -OR- Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed from this phone.
Telephone Memory Dial a Memory Number 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to dial. 2. Press (phone) / FLASH to dial the displayed memory number. Reassign Locations in Memory 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to reassign.
Telephone Directory Your ia 5829 can store 20 (including nine speed dial entries) telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number in each location). NOTE: Press at any time to exit directory. (off) Store a Number/Name in the Directory 1.
Telephone Directory first ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern. SELECT 8. Press or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, a will be displayed with the directory entry. NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds, and you will not be able to store a new number until you delete a stored number.
Telephone Directory Dial a Number from the Directory 1. Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY. 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 dial. 3.
Caller ID Operation Caller’s name VTech Party has called 2 or more times 800-595-9511 Caller’s telephone number 5/01 5:40 Position of call in call history indicate whether the record Date of call Time of call is new or old About Call History (Caller ID) Your ia 5829 can store up to 45 calls in its caller ID (CID) memory.
Caller ID Operation Dial a Displayed Number 1. Locate the record in call history that you want to dial. 2. If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press #. The screen displays alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number;...
5829. To purchase a headset, visit us on the web at www. vtechcanada.com or call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-267-7377. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm headset, locate the headset jack on the ia 5829 handset. Connect the plug on the headset cord to the jack (under a small rubber flap) on the cordless handset.
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.
If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
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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 base.
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 electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible;...
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• 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.
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.
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 1. Product identifier and REN information The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). This information must be provided to your local telephone company upon request. For equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by the phrase “FCC Reg No.”...
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations feature doesn’t work. b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature. c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended. However, if you do make a call to an emergency number: •...
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL WEIGHT Crystal controlled Handset: 159g (without battery PLL synthesizer pack) Base: 205 gram(without adaptor TRANSMIT FREQUENCY and wallmount) Base: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz Handset: 5863.80 - 5872.50 MHz POWER REQUIREMENTS RECEIVE FREQUENCY Handset: 3.6V 600mAh Ni-MH Base: 5863.80 - 5872.50 MHz Battery...
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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., Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions..................1 Before You Begin ......................3 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 and Charge of Battery................6 Low Battery Indication ..................7 Battery Care and Maintenance ..................7 Connecting to Phone Line .....................7 Check for Dial Tone....................8 Set Date and Time....................8...
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Table of Contents About Call History .....................19 Review Call History ..................19 Delete Records from Call History................19 Dial a Displayed Number...................20 Store a Call History Record in the Directory............20 Display Screen Messages.................20 Additional Information....................21 Headset Operation....................21 Maintenance........................22 In Case of Difficulty....................23 Warranty Statement....................25 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations.................27 Technical Specifications..................30...
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