VTech T2447 User Manual
VTech T2447 User Manual

VTech T2447 User Manual

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with Caller ID Digital Answering System
Cordless Phone System
USER'S MANUAL
caller ID / call waiting *
Digital answering system
with 3 mailboxs and
15 minutes record time.
90 name and number
caller ID memory
t2447

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  • Page 1 Caller ID Digital Answering System Cordless Phone System USER’S MANUAL t2447 caller ID / call waiting * Digital answering system with 3 mailboxs and 15 minutes record time. 90 name and number caller ID memory...
  • 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. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions 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 the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15.
  • Page 4: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Dual Band transmission combines the best of 2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over stan- dard cordless telephones.
  • Page 5: Parts Check List

    Before You Begin Parts Check List: Base Unit Handset Base AC Power Adaptor Telephone Line Cord To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1- 800-267-7377. Handset Belt Clip Base Wall...
  • Page 6: The Handset Layout

    The Handset Layout Antenna Earpiece Left and Right Arrow Keys Phone/Flash Key Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#) Chan/Delete Key 8. Microphone 9. Headset Jack 10. Sel Key 11. Off Key 12. Hold Key 13. Redial/Pause Key 14. Prog Key...
  • Page 7: The Base Unit Layout

    The Base Unit Layout Menu Key Change Key Time/Set Key Memo/Rec Key Page Key In Use/Charging Light On/Off Key Volume -/+ Keys Skip/Quick Key 10. Delete Key 11. Repeat/Slow Key 12. Play/Stop (Mailbox) Keys 13. DC Connector Jack 14. Telephone Line Jack...
  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Choose a location for the Base near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electri- cal outlet (110V AC) not controlled by a wall switch. Install the Handset battery. Use only VTech batteries. Remove battery compartment cover...
  • Page 9: Table/Desk Installation

    Installation Table/Desk Installation Connect the power cord. 1. Check for Dial Tone After the battery is charged, pick up the Handset and press PHONE, you should hear a dial tone. 2. Set Time and Date If you subscribe to Caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first incoming call.
  • Page 10: Wall Mounting

    Installation Wall Mounting The Wall Mount bracket is designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. 1. Run the power and telephone line cords through the slots in the bracket, connecting them to the jacks located on the underside of the Base. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 11: Basic Operation

    Telephone Operation Answer a Call Press any key except OFF. Hold Press to put a call on hold. Press again to release hold. Lift the Handset of an extension. Make a Call Press PHONE, then dial the number. Dial the number (use to backspace and cor- rect digits), then press PHONE to call.
  • Page 12 Telephone Operation Page Press to page the Handset for up to 60 seconds. Press again, press OFF on Handset or place Handset in Base to cancel the page. In Use/Charging • Flashes in unison with the ring of an incoming call. •...
  • Page 13: 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. Make sure the Handset is off. Press PROG. Press until the screen displays RINGER:. Press SEL. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring. Press to select RINGER:1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF.
  • Page 14: Display Screen Messages

    Telephone Operation Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: When: RINGING RINGING RINGING RINGING RINGING There is a call coming in. The Handset is waiting for a dial tone. CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... CONNECTING... The Handset is in use. PHONE PHONE PHONE PHONE PHONE The Handset is changing to another of the 30...
  • Page 15: Speed Dial

    Speed Dial You can store up to 9 telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters, 24 digits each location) you dial frequently into the Speed dial memory locations you assign (1 though 9) in the Handset. You can also store telephone numbers with names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions.
  • Page 16: Edit A Number/Name Stored In Memory

    Speed Dial — OR — Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed from this phone. Press SEL or PROG to store your entry. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting. Press to change the setting. Choose Y (yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by assigning a distinctive ringer after the first ring.
  • Page 17: Reassign Locations In Memory

    Speed Dial Reassign Locations in Memory Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wish to reassign. When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign, press SEL. Then press until SPEED flashes. SPEED SPEED EDIT...
  • Page 18: Telephone Directory

    Telephone Directory Your t 2447 can store 50 (including 9 speed dial entries) telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number). NOTE: Press OFF at any time to exit the directory. Store a Number/Name in the Directory Press PROG.
  • Page 19: Edit A Number/Name Stored In The Directory

    Telephone Directory alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N (no) for a normal ringer. Press SEL or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y in step 7, a will be displayed with the directory entry.
  • Page 20: Move A Number/Name To Speed Dial Memory

    Telephone Directory Move a Number/Name to Speed Dial Memory Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORY. 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 move. When the screen displays the entry you want to move, press SEL.
  • Page 21: Caller Id Operation

    Caller ID Operation Long distance call 800-595-9511 800-595-9511 800-595-9511 800-595-9511 800-595-9511 Caller’s tele- phone number Date of call About Call History (Caller ID) Your t 2447 can store up to 90 calls in Caller ID memory. The most recent call will have the highest number.
  • Page 22: Dial A Displayed Number

    Caller ID Operation Dial a Displayed Number 1. Locate the record in call history you want to dial. If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press # . The screen dis- plays any alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number;...
  • Page 23: Answering System Operation

    Answering System Operation Audible Indicators Your t 2447 gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirma- tions when you press a button or complete an operation. Setting the Clock Press TIME/SET. The system announces the clock setting, then announces: “To Set Day and Time, press TIME/SET.”...
  • Page 24: Record Your Announcement

    Answering System Operation Select a feature setting R e v i e w / c h a n g e clock setting; confirm feature settings Record outgoing Enter announcement s , System and memos. setup and choose a feature to set Record Your Announcement NOTE: If you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, be sure to tell callers in your announcement to press 1 , 2, or 3 to leave a message in the...
  • Page 25: Setting Up Your Answering System

    Answering System Operation Setting Up Your Answering System You can set up one feature at a time, or you can set up the first feature and then move on to set up the remaining features in sequence. 1. Make sure the answering system is ON. 2.
  • Page 26: Listen To, Save & Delete Messages

    Answering System Operation Listen to, Save & Delete Messages The 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). Your caller can leave a message of up to 4 minutes in length.
  • Page 27: Call Screening/Intercept

    Answering System Operation Call Screening/Intercept 1. Make sure the answering system is ON, and set the message playback volume is set above level 1 so you can hear the caller’s message. If you decide to take the call, press PHONE on the Handset. If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the an- nouncement does not stop right away, press and release the telephone switchhook.
  • Page 28: Connect With The Answering System From A Remote Location

    Answering System Operation Connect with the Answering System From a Remote Location You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone. Dial your telephone number. 2. When the system answers, enter your Remote Access Code (preset to 50). The system beeps once and then announces the number of new messages.
  • Page 29 Answering System Operation Remote Access Commands (continued) Function: Function: Command: Turn system off Turn system on NOTE: If no key is pressed within 10 seconds of entering remote access, the voice menu will be announced. After the voice menu announcement, if no key is pressed within 20 seconds, the remote access call will auto- matically end.
  • Page 30: Batteries

    Batteries Battery Care and Maintenance • Maximum talk time on a fully charged battery is approximately six hours. Maximum standby time is seven days. • The Battery needs charging when: — A new battery is installed in the Handset. — The phone beeps twice every five seconds. —...
  • Page 31: Headset Operation

    Headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the 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 Handset.
  • Page 32: Additional Information

    If you have difficulties in operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulties after trying these suggestions, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Telecom- munications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. The phone doesn’t work at all •...
  • Page 33 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 cradle.
  • Page 34: 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. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet.
  • Page 35: Warranty Statement

    Product. If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished re- placement parts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment.
  • Page 36 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.
  • Page 37 In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, conse- • quential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or rev-...
  • Page 38: 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 Telecommunica- tions Canada Ltd., at 1-800-267-7377. For repair/warranty information, the telephone company may ask you to discon- nect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.
  • Page 39 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 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.
  • Page 40 FCC, ACTA and IC 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 loca- tions.
  • Page 41 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecom- munications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
  • Page 42: The Rbrc Seal

    RBRC product service centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni- Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech’s involve- ment in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources.
  • Page 43: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 2410.2 - 2418.9 MHz Handset: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz Handset: 2410.2 - 2418.9 MHz CHANNELS 30 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.
  • Page 44: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Important Safety Instructions...1 Before You Begin...3 Parts Check List...4 The Handset Layout...5 The Base Unit Layout...6 Getting Started...7 Installation...7 Before You Install...7 Table/Desk Installation...8 Wall Mounting...9 Basic Operation...10 Telephone Operation...10 Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save ...12 Set Dial Mode...12 Set Language...12 Temporany Tone Dialing...12 Call Forward...12...
  • Page 45 Table Of Contents Feature Summary...24 Listen to, Save & Delete Messages...25 Call Screening/Intercept ...26 Record a Memo ...26 Message Window Display ...26 Connect with the Answering System From a Remote Location...27 Voice Menu...27 Remote Access Commands ...27 Batteries ... 29 Battery Care and Maintenance...29 Replacing the Handset Battery ...29 Headset Operation...30...
  • Page 46 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. 7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
  • Page 47 AND THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS. NO DELIVERY TO PO BOXES OR APO ADDRESSES. METHOD OF PAYMENT: DO NOT SEND CASH CHECK MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS Checks and Money Orders should be made payable to VTech Communications, Inc. BILLING INFORMATION CREDIT CARD # _________________________________________________________ EXPIRATION DATE ____________________ SECURITY CODE* ____________________ CARDHOLDER’S SIGNATURE _______________________________________________...

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