VTech VT5871/5808 - V-Tech 5.8 GHz Expandable Cordless System Quick Start Manual page 2

Storing a Name and Number in Phonebook
• From the handset idle (off) mode, press the or NavKey. Press the NEW
softkey.
• You will then be prompted to Enter Name and
Enter Number. Use the digit keys to spell the
name. If you make a mistake, press the softkey.
To add a space between characters, press the
1 key or the key twice. When finished, press
the SET softkey.
NOTE: If you do not wish to assign a distinctive ring
tone or image to this phonebook entry, press SAVE
now.
Using the VTech phonebook manager software, you
can also create, modify and backup phonebook files
from your handset.
Dialing from Phonebook
• With the handset in idle (off) mode, press or
NavKeys to enter the phonebook.
• Use the or NavKeys to scroll to the desired
entry.
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With the desired record displayed, press
FLASH (on) or to dial the number.
Installation and Registration of Accessory Handset
Your i 5871 handset comes registered to the base unit. To register additional i 5808
handsets (purchased separately):
After charging, the handset will display registration directions, which are as follows:
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On the base unit, press MENU, then select REGISTER HANDSET.
MEMO
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When the base unit shows READY TO
REGISTER NEW HANDSET, press
REGISTER on the handset.
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The handset displays Registration in
Progress.
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Within approximately 15 – 60 seconds the
base and handset will beep, and the newly
registered handset will be assigned the
lowest extension number not previously
assigned to another system handset
(1 – 8).
Answering System Operation
Turn Answering System On/Off
• At the base, press the MENU softkey.
• Use the / softkeys to scroll to
ANSWERING SYSTEM, press SELECT.
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Scroll to ANSWER OPTIONS, press SELECT.
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Scroll to your desired selection, press SET.
• You'll hear a confirmation beep.
NOTE: If the answering system is off, the base
screen will display ANS. OFF.
For details on recording your own outgoing announcements and changing
system settings, see ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION in your user's
manual.
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