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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 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.
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: 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: Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
  • Page 2: Save These Instructions

    Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to 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.
  • Page 3: Important

    Introduction The VT5831 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz frequency range. Your VT5831 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 6 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: Parts Check List

    Owner's Manual Base AC Power ADapter Battery Pack 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. Base Wall Mounting Base Unit Bracket Handset Chargser AC Power Adapter...
  • Page 5: The Handset Layout

    The Handset Layout LCD Display Antenna Soft keys Earpiece Volume key Headset Jack (2.5mm) Off (Clear) On (Flash) Sound Select key Dialing Key(0-9) Microphone Speaker Phone...
  • Page 6: The Base Unit Layout

    The Base Unit Layout Antenna Intercom LCD Display Soft keys Clear Speaker Phone In use Dialing Keys (0-9) Flash Volume Keys Hold Telephone Jack Redial DC Connector Mute Spare Battery drawer Messages Spare Battery Release...
  • Page 7: Setup

    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 telephone. IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM: 1.
  • Page 8: Installation Of Battery Pack In Handset

    8 hours should be sufficient. The original Handset that is shipped with your VT5831 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

    Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function The VT5831 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

    Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your VT5831 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

    Wall Mounting The Wall Mount bracket is designed for use on standard Wall Mount plates only. Wall mounting is optional. 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 Registration And Operation Of The VTech VT5820 Accessory Handset VT5831 Your VTech system can operate up to 6 Handsets. The VT5820 accessory Handset consists of the following: Chargser AC Power Adapter Chargser Telephone Line Cord Charger Wall...
  • 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 28. Indicators

    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 Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs Description • Lights to indicate that you have new messages in your Message voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local Waiting telephone company. Base LEDS Description • Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your Messages voicemail.
  • Page 16: Soft Menu Functions

    *To dial, press PHONE/FLASH or SPEAKERPHONE. From the Base Unit: Your VT5831 Base remembers the last 10 numbers dialed from it. Press REDIAL. The number on the top line represents the last number to be dialed. *Use the scroll keys to highlight the desired number.
  • Page 17 CLOCK MODE When your VT5831 is idle (OFF), the LCD displays the time of day, with both a digital and analog (clock face) readout. If you do not want the time displayed, follow these steps: * Press MENU, scroll down to CLOCK MODE, then press OK.
  • Page 18: Calls Log

    Calls Log (Caller ID) From the Handset From the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU , use the scroll keys to select CALLS LOG, then press OK . The Caller ID information of the most recently received call will be displayed. For example: To scroll to other records, use the aaaaaa...
  • Page 19 CID records. Or, press NO to return to the CID record previously displayed. NOTE: You do not have to delete Caller ID records. Your VT5831 always saves the 50 most current CID records. As new records come in, the oldest records are automatically deleted to make room.
  • Page 20: 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 21: Register

    Register Use this option to register a Handset to the VT5831 Base. You can register a total of six Handsets to the Base. This process is activated automatically whenever a new handset is powered up in range of the GIGAPHONE Base.
  • Page 22: Mem (Memory)

    MEM (Memory) The VT5831 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 23: 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 24: Name

    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 25: To Edit A Number

    Soft Mem Functions • Press the DEL softkey. 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 •...
  • Page 26: Base Settings

    Base Settings BASE UNIT MENU With the Base Unit in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU to access the following options: * CALLS LOG * BASE SETTINGS Use the scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK. BASE SETTINGS To access Base Settings, with the Base in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU, scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, then press OK.
  • Page 27 KEYPAD TONE (preset to ON) Keypad tones are the ‘beeps’ you hear each time you press a key on the Base Unit. To turn this feature ON or OFF: * Press MENU. Scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, then press OK. Scroll down to KEYPAD TONE.
  • Page 29: Handset And Base Operation

    Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the Handset PHONE • Press PHONE (or, SPEAKER PHONE to use the Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press PHONE (or SPEAKER PHONE). Press OFF to end your call. •...
  • Page 30: Mute Function

    • To return to the call press either HOLD or SPEAKERPHONE. You can use your VT5831 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the Flash Function PHONE key on the Handset or the FLASH key on the Base (when in speakerphone mode) to FLASH the line.
  • Page 31: Page/Intercom

    Handset and Base Operation Page/Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets : • To page all Handsets from the Base press the INTERCOM key. Scroll to GLOBAL PAGE, then press OK. • Each Handset will display GLOBAL CALL FROM BASE. • Any Handset can then answer the PAGE, and enter INTERCOM mode with the Base by pressing...
  • Page 32: Base Speakerphone

    AND BASE OPERATION. Base Speakerphone Operation The Base of your VT5831 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 33: Message Waiting

    Visual Message Waiting Indicator (VMWI) signal is transmitted by your local telephone company. The VT5831 will detect a VMWI signal and activate a the Message Waiting light on the Base and the Message Waiting light on the Handset. In addition, message waiting will appear on the H0andset and Base displays.
  • Page 34 Handset and Base Operation Announced Transfer: You can perform an announced transfer (call and advise another extension) of an active call by doing the following steps: • the Handset * Press HOLD to place your call on hold. * Press MENU. Scroll to INTERCOM, then press OK. * Scroll to the desired destination, then press OK.
  • Page 35: 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 VT5831 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 36: Maintenance

    Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your VT5831 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 37: 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 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn't Work At All •...
  • Page 38 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 39: 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 warraty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or...
  • Page 40 . 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 41 In to event shall VTECH be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages(including, but not limited to lost profits or...
  • Page 43: Fcc 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 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 44: Fcc And Acta Regulations

    FCC and ACTA Regulations FCC Part 68 If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Commission (FCC). 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).
  • Page 45 FCC and ACTA Regulations Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 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 46 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 47: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications WEIGHT FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled Handset : 138 grams PLL synthesizer Base : 396 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY POWER REQUIREMENTS Base : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz Handset : 1500mANiMH/ 800mA Handset:2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz Ni-Cd Battery Pack RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base : 7 VDC @ 900mA Base:2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz...
  • Page 48: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents 1. Important Safety To Search For and Instructions Dial a Number/Name To delete a Number/ 3. Introduction Name Parts Check List To Edit a Number/ The Handset Layout Name The Base Unit Layout Base Settings 25. Advanced Operations 7.
  • Page 49 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 Electronics Canada Ltd. 7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2002 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

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