table Of contents Parts Check List ....................1 The Handset Layout ..................2 The Base Unit Layout ..................3 GettinG Started ..................4 SetUP....................... 4 Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger..........4 Installation of Battery Pack in Handset .............. 4 Charging of the Handset Battery Pack ..............
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table Of contents Key Tone (preset to On) ................. 22 Language (preset to English) ................23 Message Waiting ..................... 23 Clear Message waiting ..................23 advanced OPeratiOn ................24 Headset Operation ..................24 additiOnal infOrmatiOn ................ 25 Troubleshooting ....................25 Maintenance ....................
7. Belt Clip(s) 8. User Documentation CD 3. Handset Charger(s) 9. Quick Start Guide 4. Ethernet Cables 5. Base Power Adapter 0. Battery(ies) Note: Use ONLY VTech battery 80-5808-00-00 or VTech replacement 89-324-00-00. Base Unit Battery Handset Blue Ethernet Cable Handset Charger...
The Base Unit Layout � � � � � � � � . Message Waiting LED 2. Page key 3. In Use LED 4. Service Status LED 5. LAN Port 6. WAN Port 7. DC Connector Jack 8. Reset Switch...
Setup Connecting power to Base Unit/Hand- set Charger . Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the connector into the connec- tor jack at the bottom of the base unit. 2. Choose the location for your handset charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet.
After the battery is charged, press ON on the handset. The LCD displays PHONE and shows a call timer, and you will hear a dial tone. If not, see In Case of Difficulty. CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone. IMPORTANT! MAXIMUM PERFOR-...
Wall Mounting The wall mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. Wall mounting is optional. Only the handset chargers (not the main base unit) can be wall mounted. . Plug the power adapters into electrical outlets, and the connector to the bot- tom of the handset charger.
Setup Installation Without A Router INTERNET dSL or Cable Modem Handset 1 & 2 PC/LAN Port WAN Port Base Unit NOTE: The IP800 series telephone is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP 8 (sold separately) Warning: Do not route the Ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation TEP 1 Unplug the power cord from your Cable or DSL modem (the device your ISP...
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Setup STEP 2 Disconnect all cables between your Cable or DSL modem and your computer. STEP 3 Connect one end of the yellow Ethernet cable to the yellow port, labeled “PC/ LAN,” located on the back of the base unit and connect the other end of the yel- low cable to the Ethernet port of your computer.
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A. Open a web browser such as Microsoft ® Internet Explorer using the computer connected through your phone Ethernet port. In the address of location field, type <http://192.168.15.1> and press ENTER. This displays the login screen. Enter the default password ‘VTech’ and click on login. B. On the Setup Wizard screen, click Run Wizard to start the set-up.
Setup Installation With A Router INTERNET Base Unit dSL or Cable Modem WAN Port Laptop Existing Handset 1 & 2 Network Router NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP 8 (sold separately) Warning: Do not route the Ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation.
Setup Installation With A Modem Router INTERNET Base Unit WAN Port Laptop dSL or Cable Modem Handset 1 & 2 NOTE: The IP8100 series telephone is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets. Uses model IP8 (sold separately) Warning: Do not route the Ethernet cable to outdoors, and ensure that you are using a safety approved DSL or Cable modem with proper electrical isolation.
Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon description MUTE • Turns On when the microphone is muted. • Turns On when there are new call log entries. • Turns On when the ringer is muted. • Low battery indicator and charging indicator. Handset LEds description SPEAKER...
Handset Operation Making Calls Press ON (or, SPEAKER to use the handset speak- • erphone feature). Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKER). Press OFF to end your call. • Answering Calls •...
Handset Operation • When the desired entry displays, press dELETE. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. dial Vonage Voicemail Press and hold #1 to dial Vonage voicemail. Mute Function During an active call, pressing the MUTE/ • dELETE key will disable the microphone. PHONE 00:00:15 MICROPHONE MUTEd will display MICROPHONE MUTE briefly. The screen will display:...
Handset Operation Call Forward • While on an external call, one handset (HS1) ENTER HANDSET # can forward it to any other handset: • Press INT on HS, it will display: • Enter the handset number you wish to for- ward, HS will display: CALL FORWARDED HS X can press ON to answer the call. •...
Phonebook Operation Your phone can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 6 characters for the name. Note: The handsets share a common phonebook, which is stored in the base. This means that entries inserted by one handset are available for all handsets, and if one deletes a phonebook entry, it will disappear from all handsets.
With the handset idle, press and the handset jumps directly into the phonebook review mode. The first phonebook entry will be displayed. • Scroll through the phonebook entries using VTech Com keys or enter first character of the name to 800-595-9511 be searched (using the digit keys) and continue scrolling using the keys, until you reach the entry to be dialed.
VTech 595-9511 • Press SEL to confirm the change. A confirmation tone will sound. delete a Phonebook Entry VTech Com • Follow the first two steps in Reviewing/Dialing 800-595-9511 from the Phonebook on previous page to reach the entry to be deleted. • Press MUTE/dELETE to delete the entry.
Calls Log (Caller Id - Call Waiting) Caller Id - Call Waiting Id Your phone is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling before you answer the phone (caller ID). It is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal (call waiting caller ID).
Calls Log (Caller Id - Call Waiting) Press SEL. Use • to scroll through the call log entries. VTech Com • When the beginning or the end of the call log 800-595-9511 is reached, a double beep will sound. NEW 2/23 11:59 Note: The NEW icon in the left down corner indi- cates the call is not yet reviewed.
Calls Log (Caller Id - Call Waiting) deleting Caller Id Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to • VTech Com scroll to the record to be deleted. 800-595-9511 Press dELETE key to delete the desired re- • NEW 2/23 11:59 cord. A confirmation tone will sound and the...
Handset Settings Ringer Volume >RINGER VOLUME From the idle (off) mode, press MENU then • RINGER TONE key to RINGER VOLUME. • Press SEL. The current ringer volume will be shown: RINGER VOLUME • Press keys or enter digit 0-6 to the desired ringer volume.
Handset Settings Language (preset to English) From the idle (off) mode, press MENU then >LANGUAGE • key to LANGUAGE. CLEAR MSG WAIT • Press SEL to select this option. Press to scroll from English to French or Span- ish. Press SEL to confirm the setting. •...
IP800 series telephone. To purchase a headset, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm headset, locate the headset jack on the IP 800 series handset. Connect the plug on the headset cord to the jack (under a small rubber flap) on the cordless handset. The plug should fit securely. Do not...
Troubleshooting How do I access the web-based configuration for the IP8100 series telephone? It is important that you have the latest patches and bug fixes for your web browser when attempting to connect to the configuration for your telephone adapter. We recommend using the following: Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher Netscape 6 or higher Firefox 0.8 or higher Use the following steps to gain access to the web-based configuration of your IP800 series telephone: Step 1: Verify physical connectivity by checking for solid link lights on the phone adapter.
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Troubleshooting Step 5: Access the web-based configuration of the IP8100 series telephone. Open your web browser and enter http://92.68.5. (do NOT type www), in the address bar. Use the instructions that were provided with the IP800 series telephone to complete the configuration as needed. Specifically, you will need to configure the WAN settings to connect the device to the Internet. How do I configure TCP/IP settings for my computer to connect to the IP 8100 series telephone? Note: The following information assumes the computer is connected to the PC Port on the IP800 series telephone.
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Troubleshooting How do I check my computer’s IP address? Note: The following information assumes the computer is connected to the PC port on the IP800 series telephone. It also assumes the computer’s TCP/IP set- tings are configured to obtain an IP address automatically. Included in the trou- bleshooting section of this manual is more detailed information on configuring your TCP/IP settings. Win98/ME: Step 1: Go to Start >...
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Troubleshooting I followed the Quick Start Guide for DSL, but I wasn’t able to successfully configure the IP8100 series telephone. What else can I do? If your DSL provider uses PPPoE, confirm that you have entered the correct username and password in the IP800 series telephone PPPoE settings. You may need to append your ISP’s domain suffix to your username in order to con- nect. For example: username@bellsouth.net...
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.
VTech; or 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal condi- tions, 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 warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or elec-...
• 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.
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• In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, con- sequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost...
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 2. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact 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.
Important Safety Instructions E. If the product has been dropped and the handset and/or base unit has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 3. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 4.
FCC and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 5 of the Federal Communications Com- mission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS20 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: () this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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FCC and IC Regulations ment 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. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian main- tenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunica- tions company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
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Index Installation With A Modem Router 3 Installation With A Router 2 Additonal Information 25-37 Installation Without A Router 9 Adjust the Handset Volume 3 Intercom Call 6 Advanced operation 24 Answering Calls 3 Key Tone (preset to ON) 24 Base LEDs 2 Base Operation 5 Language (preset to English) 25...
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VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd., Richmond, B.C. Copyright 2005 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
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