VTech bs2652 User Manual

2.4 ghz advanced cordless telephone
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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 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.
6.
Slots and openings in the Handset and Base Unit are provided for ventilation.
To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing
the product on a 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 install this product where
the cord might be damaged by anyone walking on it.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through holes and slots in the
Handset and Base Unit 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 an authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than
specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembling 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 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: Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The 2652 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4 GHz frequency range. Your 2652 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: Parts Check List

    Parts Check List 1. Base Unit 2. Handset 3. AC Power Adapter 4. Telephone Cord 5. Battery Pack 6. Belt Clip 7. User's Manual...
  • Page 5: The Handset Layout

    The Handset Layout 1. Antenna 2. Message Waiting Indicator 3. Earpiece 4. Headset Jack (2.5mm) 5. Scroll Keys 6. On/Flash 7. Dialing Key (0 - 9, *, #) 8. Handsfree Speakerphone 9. LCD Display 10. Select 11. Off/Clear 12. Intercom 13.
  • Page 6: The Base Unit Layout

    The Base Unit Layout...
  • Page 7: Setup

    Base Unit. Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the Base Unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack. Checking for dial tone After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset.
  • Page 8: Installation Of Battery Pack In Handset

    Installation of Battery Pack in Handset The original Handset that is shipped with your 2652 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 HANDSET 4.
  • Page 9: Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function

    Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function The 2652 can use the spare battery in the Base Unit to provide operational backup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery pack in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls from the Handset for up to 3 hours.
  • Page 10: Charging Of Handset Battery Pack

    Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your 2652 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: Registration And Operation

    Registration and Operation Registration and Operation of the 2603 Accessory Handset Your 2652 system can operate up to 4 Handsets. The accessory Handset consists of the following: Setup of the 2603 Accessory Handset 1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, then the DC connector into the bottom of the Charger Unit.
  • Page 12 Registration and Operation Enter Base ID Code After charging the Handset, remove it from its Charge Cradle, the screen will display: Press NEW, then enter the 15 digit Base Unit ID code, located on the underside of the Base Unit. Press OK.
  • Page 13: Handset And Base Indicators

    Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description 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, Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call.
  • Page 14 Lights when line is being used by any Handset of the 2652 system. In Use • Flashes when another telephone on the same line (parallel extension) is in use. • Flashes following ringing cadence while the phone is ringing. •...
  • Page 15: Soft Menu Functions

    Example of the idle mode display: RDL (Redial) Press RDL to display the last 5 telephone numbers dialed. The number on top line is the most recent number dialed. • Use the scroll keys to select the desired number.
  • Page 16 SAVE: Select this option to save the displayed Caller ID record into Phonebook Memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be saved into Phonebook Memory. If you need to modify the number after saving, see To Edit a Name or a Number.
  • Page 17: Ringer Volume

    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 adjust the volume up or down. The Handset will display a graphic indicator of the selected volume setting.
  • Page 18: Range Extender

    Range Extender Your 2652 has an enhanced feature that is designed to improve performance. This feature is useful if you are using your 2652 in an area with excessive interference or you require a moderate increase in operating range. the Range Extender feature can help to improve both the sound quality and range.
  • Page 19 MEM (Memory) The 2652 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number for the number and up to 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the digit keys to 'spell' the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: Number Key Characters (in order)
  • Page 20: Mem (Memory)

    MEM (Memory) 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 OFF to correct if you make mistake.
  • Page 21: To Search For And Dial A Number/Name

    MEM (Memory) To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the MEM softkey to review memory contents. • Using softkeys scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. Or, you can press the FIND softkey, enter the first few chararcters of the name.
  • Page 22: To Edit A Name Or A Number

    MEM (Memory) • Press the DEL softkey. The Handset will display: • To delete the displayed records, press THIS. To delete all records, press ALL. • If you press ALL, The screen will display: ARE YOU SURE? • To confirm the deletion of all records, press YES.
  • Page 23: Base Settings

    Base Settings The 2652 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 Power and In Use LEDs will flash rapidly. •...
  • Page 24: Select Base Ringer Volume And Off

    Base Settings Select Base Ringer Volume and OFF: • The phone must be off. • Press the star key three times ( the Power and In Use LEDs will flash rapidly. • Press the volume up and down keys ( After each press of the volume keys, the Base will emit the selected Ringer and volume setting for one second.
  • Page 25 Handset and Base Operation Redial from Base Unit • Pressing REDIAL will immediately dial the last number in the Base Unit redial memory. • Hold down the REDIAL key for more than 2 seconds to erase the contents in redial memory. This is to prevent the accidental dialing of the number stored in redial memory.
  • Page 26 Your 2652 is compatible with Call Waiting Deluxe. In order to use this feature you must subscribe to this service through your local telephone company. Your 2652 will automatically enter into Call Waiting Deluxe mode if you receive a call waiting signal. Upon receiving a call waiting signal, the caller ID information will be displayed for about 10 seconds.
  • Page 27: Handset And Base Operation

    Add the waiting call to your first call Send a hold message to your waiting call Forward the waiting call to your Voicemail* * Voicemail service, provided by your local telephone company, is required. If you do not wish to disposition a call, simply press EXIT. Press:...
  • Page 28: Handsfree Speaker Operation

    Handset and Base Operation • To end an intercom call, press From Base to a particular Handset: • Press the Base PAGE key, then press the number of the Handset you want to call (e.g. Handset 2). • Handset 2 can then answer the intercom call by pressing any key (except OFF and Softkeys).
  • Page 29: Line In Use Indication

    Base, a status message similar to this will display on idle Handset(s): When the telephone line is currently being used by a parallel set (a telephone device other than the 2652 on the same line) the phone icon will remain on steadily, and EXTENSION IN USE will be displayed.
  • Page 30: Conference Calling

    Handset and Base Operation Conference Calling The 2652 is capable of supporting conference calls with up to two registered Handsets and the Base Unit. To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two or three extensions by pressing ON (or HANDSFREE) on the Handset or SPEAKER on the Base. The phone icon and two or three extension numbers will be displayed in the upper left corner of the Handset.
  • Page 31: Message Waiting

    Press EDIT. Enter the voicemail access number provided by your local telephone company. To enter pauses, or delete characters, use the MORE key. When finished press SAVE. You will then need to program your voicemail PASSWORD. First, you must activate and define your voicemail password with the voicemail service provided by your local telephone company.
  • Page 32: Using The Dedicated Play, Skip

    Reprogramming PLAY The default PLAY access number is 1. If this does not match the number provided by your local telephone company, you will need to edit the number. Press EDIT. Enter the PLAY access number provided by your local telephone company. To enter pauses, or delete characters, use the MORE key.
  • Page 33: Skip Access Key

    Reprogramming ERASE The default ERASE access number is 3. If this does not match the number provided by your local telephone company, you will need to edit the number. Press EDIT. Enter the ERASE access number provided by your local telephone company. To enter pauses, or delete characters, use the MORE key.
  • Page 34: Setup Name And Number Announce

    NAME AND NUMBER ANNOUNCE CALLER ID Name and Number Announce Caller ID is an advanced feature that enables your telephone to announce the name or telephone number of callers before you answer the call. Announcements are made from the Base Unit speaker. You must subscribe to Caller ID service in order to use this feature.
  • Page 35: Review, Play, Erase Or Re-Record

    NAME AND NUMBER ANNOUNCE CALLER ID • Choose YES to record a Name and Number announcement. • Press the RECORD key. You will be prompted to RECORD AFTER TONE. Speak directly into the handset microphone to record up to 3 seconds of audio. •...
  • Page 36: Custom Pay-Per-Use(Ppu)

    NOTE: For handset Pay-Per-Use, press handset BILLED SERVICES key. Then use to scroll to your desired option. Press OK to confirm. It is likely that your local telephone company will assess charges to use custom features. You should check with your local service provider regarding which custom services are available in your area, and the associated costs for the intentional or unintentional use of Pay Per Use services.
  • Page 37: Headset Operation

    Headset Operation Your 2652 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. To purchase a Headset, call 1-800-298-0973. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the Handset.
  • Page 38: In Case Of Difficulty

    First check all the suggestions above. • If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect the Base Unit from the telephone jack and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service. Contact your local telephone company.
  • Page 39 In Case Of Difficulty Common Cure Electronic Equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the Handset in the cradle. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed): Disconnect the power to the Base.
  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Avoid Water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.
  • Page 41: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty The Supplier warrants, to the original purchaser only, the material and workmanship of this product for ONE YEAR from the date of purchase. We will repair or replace, at our option, this product without charge should it fail due to a defect in material or workmanship within that time period.
  • Page 42: Fcc And Acta Regulations

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC and ACTA Information If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
  • Page 43 The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. You may want to contact your local telephone company for more information.
  • Page 44 FCC and ACTA Regulations However, if you do make a call to an emergency number: • You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging • Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when the emergency services tend to be less busy.
  • Page 45: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY 2401.056-2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY 2401.056-2482.272 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC. Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.
  • Page 46: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents Important Safety Instructions Introduction Parts Check List The Handset Layout The Base Unit Layout Getting Started Setup Installation of Battery Pack in Handset Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function Charging Of Handset Battery Pack Registration and Operation Basic Operation Handset and Base Indicators Soft Menu Functions RDL (Redial)
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