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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have purchased
one of the best performing cordless
telephones on the market! The VT 9241
is a two line 900 MHz cordless phone
with Speakerphone & secondary key-
pad on the Base Unit.
FEATURES:
• 2 Line Capability.
• 10 Number Speed Dial Memory (20
digits each).
• 30 Channels of operation.
• Automatic Search for clear channel.
• Manual channel change on the
Handset.
• REDIAL feature.
• Programmable Ringer Types.
• Low Battery Detect and Warning in-
dicator.
• Hearing-Aid Compatible Receiver.
• Easy answer - when the phone
rings simply press any numeric key
on the Handset to answer.
• Removable Battery Pack.
• Touch Tone and Pulse Dialing.
• Temporary Tone Mode.
• Spare Battery Charger in the Base
Unit (second battery pack not in-
cluded).
• Data Port in Base Unit.
• Handset and Speakerphone HOLD.
• Automatic release from hold when
an extension telephone is activated.
• Handset and Speakerphone vol-
ume control.
• Flash.
• Ringer switch in Base (High-Low-
Off) for each line.
• Four-way conversation between
Line1, Line2, Handset and Speak-
erphone.
• Two-way Intercom between Hand-
set and Base.
• 2.5mm Headset Jack on Handset.
• Belt Clip on the Handset.
• Long battery life (4.5 hours talk time/
5 day standby).
This manual is designed to familiarize
you with the VT 9241. To get the most
use out of your VT 9241, we strongly rec-
ommend you read the manual before
using your phone.
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Page 1: Introduction
Unit (second battery pack not in- cluded). • Data Port in Base Unit. • Handset and Speakerphone HOLD. • Automatic release from hold when an extension telephone is activated. • Handset and Speakerphone vol- ume control. • Flash. • Ringer switch in Base (High-Low- Off) for each line. -
Page 2: Parts Check List
3. AC adapter CORDLESS VT9241 CONF HOLD POWER REQULARY CLEAN CHARGE CONTACTS WITH AN ERASER FOR SERVICE CALL VTECH AT X - X X X - X X X - X X X X PQRS TONE FLASH LINE 1 Base AC Adaptor Battery Pack 4. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
10.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Opening or re- moving cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. -
Page 4: Save These Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS The RBRC TM Seal The RBRC ® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY TM for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area.VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its... -
Page 5: Replacing The Handset Battery
CAUTION: To reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons, Read and Follow these Instructions: 1. Use only VTECH battery. 2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. -
Page 6: Spare Battery Charger
SPARE BATTERY CHARGER Your VTech VT 9241 is equipped with a spare battery charger built into the Base Unit. The spare battery charger allows you to always have a charged battery available, should your Hand- set battery discharge during normal use. -
Page 7: Getting Started
L1/L2 at the rear of the Base Unit. Plug the other end into a telephone wall jack. If your two tele- phone lines are each serviced by a separate telephone jack (RJ11),... - Page 8 GETTING STARTED CAUTION: 1. Never install telephone wiring dur- ing a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifi- cally designed for wet locations. 3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the tele- phone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
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Page 9: Wall Mounting
The Wall Mount adaptor is designed to fit on standard Wall Mount plates. 1. Choose a spot near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. Your phone requires a modular tele- phone jack and a standard electri- cal outlet (120V AC). The power cord is six feet long;... -
Page 10: Handset Features
HANDSET FEATURES INT.COM/LOW BATT LED I t w i l l f l a s h w h e n INT.COM key is pressed on the Base or Handset. It will illuminate during Intercom mode. It will flash slowly if handset battery level is low. -
Page 11: Base Unit Features
BASE UNIT FEATURES CONF KEY Press this key to establish a Conference call between LINE1 and LINE2. CORDLESS VT9241 CONF REDIAL MEMORY INT.COM/PAGE HOLD CHARGE POWER PQRS TONE OPER FLASH LINE 1 LINE 2 POWER LED It illuminates when the base power adaptor is plugged in and power is applied to the base unit. -
Page 12: Volume Up Key
BASE UNIT FEATURES CORDLESS VT9241 REDIAL CONF MEMORY HOLD INT.COM/PAGE CHARGE POWER PQRS TONE OPER FLASH LINE 1 LINE 2 OFF KEY * P r e s s t h i s k e y t o h a n g u p a l i n e o r e n d a n I n t e r c o m c a l l . -
Page 13: Operating Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MAKING CALLS From the Handset 1. Pick up the Handset and press LINE1 or LINE2. INT.COM/PAGE CORDLESS LINE 1 LINE 2 FLASH FLASH 2. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. The LINE key you pressed on Handset will light up and the cor- responding LINE on Base Unit will double Flash. -
Page 14: Answer A Call
HOLD. The LINE key on the Base or Handset will blink and the Base or Handset will emit an alert beep every 20 seconds to indicate a call is on hold. CORDLESS VT9241 REDIAL CONF MUTE MEMORY HOLD INT.COM/PAGE... -
Page 15: Making Or Answering A Call While You're Already On A Call
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS pressing the VOL UP keys. PQRS WXYZ TONE OPER FLASH FLASH LINE 1 LINE 2 2. If there is background noise in the area where you are using the Speakerphone, (people talking, a radio or television playing, for ex- ample), you may experience some degree of “chopping”... -
Page 16: Switching Your Call From The Base Unit (Speakerphone) To The Handset
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WXYZ PQRS TONE OPER FLASH FLASH LINE 1 LINE 2 Press the appropriate LINE key to an- swer the new call. The original call will automatically be placed on HOLD. You can then: 1. Press OFF when you’re done with the current call, then press the flash- ing LINE key to return to your origi- nal call. -
Page 17: Using The Intercom
INT.COM/PAGE LED will light. It will then automatically enter Intercom mode. 4. Speak towards the microphone on the front edge of the Base Unit. From the Base 1. Press INT.COM/PAGE on Base. CORDLESS VT9241 CONF REDIAL MUTE MEMORY HOLD INT.COM/PAGE SPARE BATT... -
Page 18: If Your Phone Rings During An Intercom Conversation
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To return to the phone call, press the appropriate LINE key on Base or Hand- set. IF YOUR PHONE RINGS DURING AN INTERCOM CONVERSATION If you receive a call while using the In- tercom, the Base will only ring once, and the Handset will generate 3 alert- ing tones through the earpiece. -
Page 19: Turning Off The Ringers
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS To program, The Handset must be OFF. To select a different ringer type do the following: TONE OPER HOLD CHAN INT.COM CONF REDIAL PAUSE 1. Press PGM/MEM key 2. Press the # key 3. Press 1 for LINE1 or 2 for LINE2 4. -
Page 20: To Store A Number Into Memory
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TO STORE A NUMBER INTO MEMORY The Handset must be OFF. TONE OPER HOLD CHAN INT.COM CONF REDIAL PAUSE 1. Press PGM/MEM on Handset 2. Press the number of the memory location you wish to store the phone number in (0-9). -
Page 21: Using Redial
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS pauses, press REDIAL/PAUSE two or more times. Each press makes the pause 2 seconds longer and is treated as a stored digit. If your phone is connected to a PBX you can store the PBX access number and a pause before the phone number. For example, to store 9-PAUSE-555- 1234, in memory location 8, do the fol- lowing:... - Page 22 Switching A Conference Call From Handset To Base Unit Once you have established a Confer- ence call on Handset, 1. Press HOLD on the Handset. 2. Press CONF on the Base Unit. CORDLESS VT9241 CONF REDIAL MUTE MEMORY HOLD INT.COM/PAGE...
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Page 23: Changing Channels
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3. Press the LINE key to return to the remaining call. If you want to end the entire Confer- ence call, press OFF on the Handset (or Base) while both Lines are active. CAUTION: If the Handset and Speakerphone are on the same call, a loud squeal due to feed- back may occur unless there is... -
Page 24: Optional Headset Installation And Operating Instructions
Handset will be MUTED. This is done to limit the effect of background noise. The following operational characteris- tics apply to VTech Headsets. The same may also apply to other (non-VTech) compatible Headsets, but VTech as- sumes no responsibility for their per- formance. - Page 25 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS • For maximum sound quality, the flex- ible microphone should be posi- tioned at the corner of your mouth, about one inch from your mouth. INCH • The VT 9241 is also equipped with a detachable Belt clip. Align the pins on the inside edge of the Belt clip with the notches on the side of the VT 9241 Handset.
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Page 26: Data Port
VT 9241 Base. To use the Data Port for access to dial tone on Line2, simple connect a standard phone cord, with RJ-11 connectors, from the Data Port to your fax machine, modem, or other telephone device. RINGER LINE 1 LINE 2 HIGH... -
Page 27: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TAKING CARE OF YOUR TELE- PHONE. Your VTech VT 9241 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 28: In Case Of Difficulty
If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have dif- ficulty after trying these suggestions, In the US 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 29 • Change the channel by pressing CHAN key on Handset. • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regu- lar corded telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.
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Page 30: Warranty Statement
• In the US, ship the unit via UPS Insured, or equivalent to: VTECH COMMUNICATIONS In Canada ship the unit via UPS Insured, or equivalent to: VTECH Communications assumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorization. 11035 SW 11th Street Bldg. B Suite 270... - Page 31 WARRANTY STATEMENT VTECH Communications assumes no WARRANTY STATEMENT responsibil- ity for units sent without prior Return Authorization. WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY NOT COVER? • Batteries; • Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, power surges, etc.); • Products which may have been modified or incorporated into other products;...
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Page 32: Fcc And Ic Regulations
This equipment is compatible with in- ductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: In the United States: VTECH COMMUNICATIONS 1-800-595-9511. In Canada: VTECH ELECTRONICS 1-800-267-7377. The telephone company may ask you... - Page 33 The Base Unit contains no user serv- iceable parts. The Handset contains a user replaceable Battery Pack. If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC requires that it not be used and that it be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected.
- Page 34 Your VTech VT 9241 is designed to op- erate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communi-...
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Page 35: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FREQUENCY CONTROL • Crystal Controlled Dual PLL Synthe sizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY • Handset: 923.10 MHz to 927.75 MHz (All thirty channels within this range) • Base: 902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz (All thirty channels within this range) RECEIVE FREQUENCY •... -
Page 36: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION...1 Parts Check List:...2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...3 REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERY...5 SPARE BATTERY CHARGER...6 GETTING STARTED...7 Setting Up Your VT 9241...7 WALL MOUNTING...9 HANDSET FEATURES...10 INT.COM/LOW BATT LED...10 LINE1 KEY...10 TONE/* KEY...10 HOLD KEY...10 PGM/MEM KEY...10 CONF KEY...10 VOLUME SWITCH...10 OFF KEY...10 HEADSET JACK...10... - Page 37 TABLE OF CONTENTS TIPS ON USING THE VT9241 SPEAKERPHONE...14 MAKING OR ANSWERING A CALL WHILE YOU’RE ALREADY ON A CALL SWITCHING YOUR CALL FROM THE BASE UNIT (SPEAKERPHONE) TO THE HANDSET SWITCHING YOUR CALL FROM THE HANDSET TO THE BASE UNIT (SPEAKERPHONE) JOINING A CONVERSATION...16...
- Page 38 VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTECH Communications, Beaverton, OR Distributed in Canada by VTECH Electronics Canada Ltd., 200-7671 Alderbridge Way. Richmond, B.C., V6X 1Z9 Copyright 1999 for VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD. MADE IN CHINA 91-5073-10-00 ISSUE 0...
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