VTech Cordless Telephone Manual

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Model: ia5839
5
8
.
GHz
Te c h n o l o g y
USER'S MANUAL
Dual Handset Cordless Phone System
FEATURING: Caller ID
Number Caller ID Memory
Phonebook Directory
w w w . v t e c h c a n a d a . c o m
Two Phones,
One System
*
/ Call Waiting
20 Name & Number
45 Name &

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  • Page 1 USER’S MANUAL Two Phones, One System Model: ia5839 Dual Handset Cordless Phone System FEATURING: Caller ID / Call Waiting 45 Name & • Number Caller ID Memory 20 Name & Number • Phonebook Directory Te c h n o l o g y w w w .
  • Page 2: 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: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    9. Charger Power Adaptor 5. Telephone Line Cord 10. 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. Handset Charger Base Unit...
  • Page 5: The Handset Layout

    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...
  • Page 6: The Base Unit Layout

    The Base Unit Layout Message LED Telephone Line Jack Locate Handset key DC Connector Jack Charging/In use LED...
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the base, and the other end to a modular telephone jack, as illustrated on the next page. Installation and Charge of Battery 1. Install the battery. Use only VTech batteries. a) Remove battery com- partment cover by...
  • Page 8: Low Battery Indication

    • 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 ! ! ! ! !
  • Page 9: Set Date And Time

    Setup Set 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, you can set the date and time manually: •...
  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    Telephone Operation / CID • While on a call, press to SELECT decrease the volume. A double beep will sound • Use SELECT in conjunction when you reach the mini- with PROG during handset mum setting. programming. • While phone is not in use, •...
  • Page 11: Message Waiting Indicator

    Telephone Operation Base and Charger Operation Charging/In Use 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- •...
  • Page 12: Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save

    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 to enter programming mode. 3. Press until the screen displays RINGER: and the current selection.
  • Page 13: Message Waiting

    Telephone Operation cancel the forward function and continue the external call. 2. Press PHONE/FLASH ( ) on HS2 to answer the forwarded call. HS1 will return to the idle screen. NOTE: If HS1 does not respond within 30 seconds, HS1 will start ringing until PHONE/FLASH ( ) is pressed, picking up the returned call.
  • Page 14: Display Screen Messages

    Telephone Operation Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: When: ** RINGING ** ** RINGING ** ** RINGING ** ** RINGING ** ** RINGING ** There is a call coming in. CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... The handset is waiting for a dial tone. PHONE PHONE PHONE...
  • Page 15: Speed Dial Memory

    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) in each handset. You can also store telephone numbers with names alphabetically in the directory.
  • Page 16: Edit A Number/Name Stored In Memory

    Speed Dial Memory 6. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen dis plays 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.
  • Page 17: Dial A Memory Number

    Speed Dial 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.
  • Page 18: Telephone Directory

    Telephone Directory Your ia 5839 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) in each handset. NOTE: Press (off) at any time to exit directory. Store a Number/Name in the Directory 1.
  • Page 19: Edit A Number/Name Stored In The Directory

    Telephone Directory first ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern. 8. Press SELECT 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.
  • Page 20: Dial A Number From The Directory

    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.
  • Page 21: Caller Id Operation

    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 Date of call Time of call record is new or old About Call History (Caller ID) Your ia 5839 can store up to 45 calls in its caller ID (CID) memory.
  • Page 22: Dial A Displayed Number

    Caller ID Operation 2. Press until YES flashes. 3. Press SELECT. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. 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;...
  • Page 23: Display Screen Messages

    Caller ID Operation Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: When: PRIVATE The other party is blocking name and/or number information. UNKNOWN Your phone company is unable to receive information about this caller’s name and/or number. * (after the name) This caller has called you more than once.
  • Page 24: Additional Information

    5839. 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 5839 handset. Connect the plug on the headset cord to the jack (under a small rubber flap) on the cordless handset.
  • Page 25: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 26: In Case Of Difficulty

    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 the United States). In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267- 7377. The phone doesn't work at all •...
  • Page 27 In Case of Difficulty • 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. You hear noise in the Handset, and none of the keys or buttons work •...
  • Page 28: 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 electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible;...
  • Page 29 • 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 30: 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 31 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rules and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone Network adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required to provide you with the following information.
  • Page 32 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations.
  • Page 33 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 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. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate.
  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications WEIGHT FREQUENCY CONTROL Handset: grams (without battery Crystal controlled pack) PLL synthesizer Base: 205 gram (without adaptor TRANSMIT FREQUENCY and wallmount) Charger: 117grams (without adapter) Base: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz Handset: 5863.80 - 5872.50 MHz POWER REQUIREMENTS RECEIVE FREQUENCY Handset: 3.6V 600mAh Ni-MH Battery...
  • Page 35: Table Of Contents

    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....................7 Set Date and Time....................8...
  • Page 36 Table of Contents Caller ID Operation....................20 About Call History .....................20 Review Call History ..................20 Delete Records from Call History.................20 Dial a Displayed Number...................21 Store a Call History Record in the Directory............21 Display Screen Messages.................22 Additional Information....................23 Headset Operation....................23 Maintenance........................24 In Case of Difficulty....................25 Warranty Statement....................27 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations.................29 Technical Specifications..................33...
  • Page 37 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.
  • Page 38: Need Help

    Congratulations on your purchase of this VTech product NEED HELP? Our representatives are here to help you with any questions concerning the operation of this product, available accessories, or any other related issues. Call Toll Free: 1-800-595-9511 In Canada, Call:...

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