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VTech GIGAPHONE 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 to persons,
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 a VTech 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 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to a VTech 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.

  • Page 2: Save These Instructions

    Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a VTECH authorized service facility 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.
  • Page 3 Introduction The GIGAPHONE is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. Your GIGAPHONE is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 4 Handsets. Using additional Handsets, up to three people 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 Belt clip AC Power Adapter Owner's Manual Telephone Cord To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd at 1-800-267-7377. Belt Clip Battery Pack Handset Base Unit AC Power Adapter Wall Mounting Bracket...

  • Page 5: The Handset Layout

    The Handset Layout Antenna Handsfree Speakerphone Message Waiting Indicator LCD Display Earpiece . Select Headset Jack (2.5mm) . Off (Clear) Scroll Keys . Battery Compartment On (Flash) . Intercom Dialing Key (0-9) . Microphone...
  • Page 6 The Base Unit Layout Message Waiting Indicator Dialing Keys (0-9) Page/Intercom . Hold Flash . Redial Charging Contacts . Quick Memory Keys Power Indicator . Mute Line In Use Indicator . Spare Battery drawer Charge Indicator . Spare Battery Release Volume Keys .
  • Page 7 If not, see In Case of Difficulty. Tone/Pulse selection See BASE SETTINGS for details. CAUTION: Use only the Vtech power supply provided with your VTECH. IMPORTANT: F o r b e s t...

  • Page 8: Installation Of Battery Pack In Handset

    8 hours should be sufficient. The original Handset that is shipped with your GIGAPHONE 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 9 Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function The GIGAPHONE uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit. To provide operational backup in the event of a power failure with the a fully charged battery pack in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place a receive calls from the handset for up to 5 hours.
  • Page 10 Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your GIGAPHONE 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 11 Wall Mounting The Wall Mount bracket is designed for use on standard Wall Mount plates only. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapter with the holes on the bottom of the base unit. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place.
  • Page 12 Registration and Operation Registration And Operation Of The VTech VT2420 Accessory Handset Your VTech GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 4 Handsets. The VTECH accessory Handset consists of the following: Belt Clip Battery Pack Charger Unit Handset Setup Of The VT2420 Accessory...
  • Page 13 TRY LATER, this indicates that the system is in use. Wait until the Base Unit is in the idle (on hook) mode, and repeat step 2 to 4. Congratulations! You can now enjoy the benefits of your VTECH multi- Handset system.
  • Page 14 Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Description Icon 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 15 • Flashes when unit is in Power Backup mode. • Lights when line is being used by a handset of the Line In Use GIGAPHONE system. • Flashes when another telephone on the same line (parallel extension) is in use.

  • Page 16: Calls Log (Caller Id) Handset Settings Register

    Soft Menu Functions The GIGIAPHONE has an advanced design that uses a menu structure and soft keys to access all of the built-in features. 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.
  • Page 17 TO EDIT A NUMBER. Caller ID - Call Waiting ID Your GIGAPHONE is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling before you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying Caller ID information in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting Caller ID).

  • Page 18: Handset Settings

    Handset Settings From the Handset Settings menu you can select the following options to modify: • RINGER VOLUME Select this option to adjust the ringer volume. Use the scroll keys to adjust the volume up or down. A Handset will display a graphic indicator of the selected volume setting.
  • Page 19 Register Use this option to register a Handset to the GIGAPHONE Base. You can register a total of four Handsets to the GIGAPHONE Base. This process is activated automatically whenever a new handset is powered up in range of the GIGAPHONE Base.

  • Page 20: Mem (Memory)

    MEM (Memory) The GIGAPHONE 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 digit keys to 'spell' the name. Each...

  • Page 21: Soft Mem Functions

    Soft Mem Functions 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. •...

  • Page 22: To Search For And Dial

    Soft Mem Functions To Search For and Dial a Number/Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the MEM softkey to review memory contents. • Using the softkeys scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. • Or, you can press the FIND softkey, enter the first few chararcters of the name and then press FIND to search.
  • Page 23 Soft Mem Functions • Press the DEL softkey. The Handset will display: • To delete this record, press THIS. • To confirm the deletion of ALL records, press YES. To exit without deleting press NO. To Edit a Number • Using the steps in To Search For and Dial a Name/Number, locate the entry you want to edit.

  • Page 24: Base Settings

    Base Settings The GIGAPHONE Base unit has several settings that can be adjusted according to your preference and system requirements. Select Base Ringer Melody: • The phone must be off. • Press the star key three times ( ). The Base will emit a happy tone and the Power and Line In Use LEDs will flash rapidly.

  • Page 25: Handset And Base Operation

    Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the Handset • Press ON (or, HANDSFREE to use the Handset Speakerphone feature).Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or HANDSFREE). • Press OFF to end your call. Answering Calls From the Handset •...

  • Page 26: Mute Function

    To return to the call press either HOLD or SPEAKERPHONE. Flash Function You can use your GIGAPHONE with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON key on the Handset or the FLASH key on the Base (when in speakerphone mode) to FLASH the line.

  • Page 27: Page/Intercom

    Handset and Base Operation Page/Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets : • To page all Handsets from the B a s e p r e s s t h e P A G E / INTERCOM key. This will cause all Handsets linked with this Base to ring.

  • Page 28: Low Battery Indication

    AND BASE OPERATION. Base Speakerphone Operation The Base of your GIGAPHONE is equipped with a full duplex speakerphone. This is a very useful feature for handsfree conversations or conference calls at the base unit. For more information, refer to MAKING CALLS in HANDSET AND BASE OPERATION.

  • Page 29: Message Waiting Indication

    Visual Message Waiting Indicator (VMWI) signal is transmitted by your local telephone company. The GIGAPHONE will detect a VMWI signal and activate a the Message Waiting light on the Base and the Message Waiting light on the Handset.
  • Page 30 The other extension presses ON, HANDSFREE, or SPEAKERPHONE to pick up the call on hold. Quick Memory Keys on Base The GIGAPHONE Base unit has three Quick Memory keys that can be programmed with three frequently dialed numbers. To program Quick Memory: •...

  • Page 31: Headset Operation

    To purchase a Headset, call VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the GIGAPHONE 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 32 Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your GIGAPHONE 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 33: In Case Of Difficulty

    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 Electronics at 1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn't Work At All •...
  • Page 34 In Case Of Difficulty 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. You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work •...

  • Page 35: Warranty Statement

    BEAVERTON, OREGON 97005 If you purchased your phone in Canada, Ship the unit via UPS insured, or equivalent to: VTECH ELECTRONICS LTD. SUITE 200-7671 ALDERBRIDGE WAY RICHMOND,B.C.V6X 1Z9 VTech Communications Inc assumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorizatlon.
  • Page 36 Products purchased and/or operated outside the USA, its territories, or Canada. • Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expressly authorized by VTECH Communications • Products purchased more than 12 months from current date • Units purchased in "AS IS" condition, or units purchased as "Distressed Merchandise".

  • Page 37: Fcc And Ic Regulations

    This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communication Inc SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics 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 FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH Limited Warranty. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the phone company or Party Lines.
  • Page 39 FCC and IC Regulations Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations.

  • Page 40: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL WEIGHT Crystal controlled Handset : 185 grams PLL synthesizer Base : 375 grams POWER REQUIREMENTS TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Handset : 2.4 VDC NiMH Battery 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz Pack RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base : 7 VDC @ 900mA 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz MEMORY CHANNELS...

  • Page 42: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents 1. Important Safety Instructions 25. Advanced Operations Handset and Base Operation Making Calls 3. Introduction Answering Calls Parts Check List Redial from Base Unit The Handset Layout Mute Function The Base Unit Layout Hold Function Flash Function Volume Control 7.
  • Page 43 VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications Inc, 11035 SW 11th Street, Bdlg. B, Suite 207, Beaverton, Oregon, 97005 Distributed in the Canada by VTech Electronics Canada Ltd., Suite 200-7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond, B.C.
  • Page 49 Introduction IMPORTANT: The VT2420 is an Accessory Handset for use with the VT2431 GIGAPHONE system. You must have the VT2431 in order to use the VT2420 Accessory Handset. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the VT2420 Accessory Handset setup, registration and basic functions.

  • Page 50: Important Safety Instructions

    Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to a VTech authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
  • Page 51 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a VTECH authorized service facility 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.
  • Page 52 Setup Registration And Operation Of The VTECH VT2420 Accessory Handset Your VTECH GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 4 Handsets. The VTECH accessory Handset consists of the following: Belt Clip Battery Pack Charger Unit Handset Setup Of The VT2420 Accessory Handset Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 53 8 hours should be sufficient. The original Handset that is shipped with your GIGAPHONE 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...
  • Page 54 BUSY TRY LATER, this indicates that the system is in use. Wait until the Base Unit is in the idle (on hook) mode, and repeat step 2 to Congratulations! You can now enjoy the benefits of your VTECH multi-Handset system.
  • Page 55 The Handset Layout . Antenna . Handsfree Speakerphone . Message Waiting Indicator . LCD Display . Earpiece . Select . Headset Jack (2.5mm) . Off (Clear) . Scroll Keys . Battery Compartment . On (Flash) . Intercom . Dialing Key (0-9) .

  • Page 56: Handset Indicators

    Handset Indicators Handset Icons Description Icon 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, 12 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call.
  • Page 57 To purchase a Headset, call VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the GIGAPHONE 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 58: Taking Care Of Your Telephone

    Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your GIGAPHONE 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 59: No Dial Tone

    In Case Of Difficulty 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 Electronics at 1-800- 267-7377.
  • Page 60 In Case Of Difficulty 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.
  • Page 61 BEAVERTON, OREGON 97005 If you purchased your phone in Canada, Ship the unit via UPS insured, or equivalent to: VTECH ELECTRONICS LTD. SUITE 200-7671 ALDERBRIDGE WAY RICHMOND,B.C.V6X 1Z9 VTech Communications Incassumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorizatlon .
  • Page 62 • Products purchased and/or operated outside the USA, its territories, or Canada. • Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expressly authorized by VTECH Communications • Products purchased more than 12 months from current date • Units purchased in "AS IS" condition, or units purchased as "Distressed Merchandise".
  • Page 63 This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communications Inc SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics 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 64 Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH Limited Warranty.
  • Page 65 Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. Your GIGAPHONE is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only over a certain distance - which will depend on the location of the Base Unit and Handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your home or office.

  • Page 66: Power Requirements

    Technical Specifications WEIGHT FREQUENCY CONTROL Handset : 185 grams Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Charger : 200 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY POWER REQUIREMENTS 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz Handset : 2.4 VDC NiMH Battery Pack RECEIVE FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz Charger : 6 VDC @ 300mA CHANNELS MEMORY...

  • Page 68: Introduction

    Table Of Contents Introduction Important Safety Instructions Getting Started Setup Installation of Battery Pack in Handset Registration The Handset layout Handset Operation Handset Indicators Additional Information Headset Operation Maintenance In Case Of Difficulty Warranty Statement FCC and IC Regulations Technical Specifications...
  • Page 69 VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications Inc, 11035 SW 11th Street, Bdlg. B, Suite 207, Beaverton, Oregon, 97005 Distributed in the Canada by VTech Electronics Canada Ltd., Suite 200-7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond, B.C.
  • Page 70 ACCESSORY HANDSET FOR USE WITH VT2431 SYSTEM 2420 ACCESSORY HANDSET USER'S MANUAL VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS ITD. WWW.vtechphones.com...

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