PARTS CHECKLIST 1. Handset To purchase replacement battery packs, 2. Base Unit call VTECH Communications at 1-800- 3. Wall Mounting Bracket 595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH 4. AC power Adaptor Electronics at 1-800-267-7377. 5. Telephone Line Cords (x2) 6. Battery Pack 7.
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. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls, that are covered by the operating instructions because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
GETTING STARTED • Plug the AC POWER ADAPTER into a live electrical outlet and the DC POWER OUTLET CONNECTOR into the back of the Base Unit. DC IN 9V L1/L1+L2 LINE 2 LINE 2 • Slide the Handset battery cover down, SLIDE IN THE and remove it from the Handset.
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GETTING STARTED • Set the TONE/PULSE switch, located on the antenna side of the Base Unit, to the desired dialing mode. In most areas, TONE is the desired mo RINGER LEVEL DIAL MODE PULSE TONE HIGH HIGH TONE/PULSE SWITCH BASE RINGER SWITCH •...
WALL MOUNTING The Wall Mounting bracket is designed to fit on standard Wall Mounting plates Choose a spot near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. Your phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (120v AC). The power cord is six feet long; make sure there is an electrical outlet within reach of the Base Unit.
HANDSET UNIT KEY AND FEATURES ANTENNA HEADSET VOLUME UP & DOWN JACK DISPLAY BACK KEY FORWARD KEY SELECT SELECT KEY LINE 1 LINE 2 LINE 2 KEY OFF KEY LINE 1 KEY DIALING KEYS (0-9) PQRS WXYZ FLASH KEY OPER TONE REDIAL/PAUSE KEY FLASH REDIAL/PAUSE...
BASE UNIT KEYS AND FEATURES ANTENNA PGM/PRV KEY REDIAL/PAUSE KEY MUTE KEY HOLD KEY MEM KEY FLASH KEY VOLUME UP KEY VOLUME DOWN KEY LINE 2 KEY OFF KEY LINE 1 KEY TONE/PULSE SWITCH BASE RINGER SWITCH DATA PORT LINE 2 LINE 2 AC POWER JACK PHONE CORD JACK...
BASIC TELEPHONE OPERATIONS AREA CODE PROGRAMMING To benefit from all the Caller ID features of your tele- phone, you must enter your home area code. SELECT If you live in an area where you dial calls within your LINE 1 LINE 2 own area code by dialing 7 digits (no area code), follow these steps (with the Handset OFF ):...
BASIC TELEPHONE OPERATIONS MAKING CALLS Handset: Press desired LINE key and SELECT listen for dial tone. Dial the phone number. The Base Unit will display HANDSET IN USE, and LINE 1 LINE 2 the corresponding LINE key will blink.Press OFF to end your call.
BASIC TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Speakerphone : Press the flashing LINE key. The LINE key will glow steadily and the Base Unit will display: The corresponding LINE key on the Handset will blink while the Speakerphone is in use. Press OFF to end your call. LINE IN USE (Parallel Set Detection) If a different telephone device, sharing the same line(s) as your VT 2931, is in use, the...
BASIC TELEPHONE OPERATIONS INTERCOM (Conversation between the Base and Handset) From the Handset: Press INTERCOM. The Base Unit will ring, and the intercom call will be automatically connected. From the Base: Press INTERCOM/PAGE. The Handset will ring. To answer the call, press INTERCOM on the Handset. To end an Intercom call, press OFF on either the Handset or the Base.
BASIC TELEPHONE OPERATIONS There are 4 ringer styles. The current setting is displayed. • Press to hear the other ring styles OR turn the Handset ringer OFF. • When the desired ringer type is blinking, press SELECT. BASE UNIT RINGER The Base Unit ringer volume is controlled by a switches on the right edge of the Base Each line can be set to Off, Low, or High volume.
CALLER ID This telephone provides two types of Caller ID: Caller ID: Displays the name and number of each caller after the phone begins ringing (requires Caller ID service from your telephone company). Caller ID on Call Waiting: Shows the name and number of each caller on Call Waiting after you hear the Call Waiting tone (requires Caller ID on Call Waiting service).
DIRECTORY TO STORE A NAME AND NUMBER • Press PROG. DIRECTORY will be blinking. • Press SELECT. • The screen will display ENTER NAME. Use the Dialing keys to enter the desired name. Press the key until the desired letter or character appears.
DIRECTORY the name is correct, press SELECT. If you want to edit the number, press to erase digits. Use the dialpad to enter new digits. When the number is correct, press SELECT. You will then hear a long beep. The name and number have been stored in the Directory. MAKING DIRECTORY CALLS •...
BASE UNIT OPERATION ANSWERING CALLS • Press LINE 1 or 2. • Press OFF again to end your call. DIALING • Press LINE 1 or 2. Dial the phone number. Adjust the Base Unit volume to a comfortable level. • Press OFF to end your call. SPEED DIALING •...
BASE UNIT OPERATION STORING A PAUSE IN A DIALING SEQUENCE To insert a pause while programming a speed dial number, press REDIAL/PAUSE at the appropriate point in the number sequence. This inserts a 2 second pause. A “P” appears in the display representing the pause.
ADDITONAL OPERATIONS POWER BACKUP When a spare battery pack (optional) is installed in the Base Unit, your VTech cordless telephone uses this battery to provide operational backup during a power failure. If you have a fully charged battery pack in the Base Unit charger, you will be able to place and receive calls from the Handset for up to 5 hours.
HEADSET OPERATIONS Your VTech cordless phone is equipped with a 2.5mm headset Jack for use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the VTech cordless phone.
If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Elec- tronics at 1-800-267-7377.
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY THE PHONE DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. • Make sure the Power Cord is pugged in. • Make sure the telephone line cords are plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall jack. • Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If the 'LOW BATTERY' message is shown, the battery pack needs charging.
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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 Electronics, like people, can sometimes get confused. If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in the cradle.
Products which may have been modified or incorporated into other products. • Products purchased and/or operated outside the USA, its territories, or Canada. • Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expressly authorized by VTECH Communications. • Products purchased more than 12 months form current date.
Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTECH COMMUNICATIONS SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377. For repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.
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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS operation, or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment. If so, you will be given advance notice of the change to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service. The base unit contains no user serviceable parts. The handset contains a user replaceable battery pack.
VTech 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 involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. Remove the nickel-cadmium battery pack by pressing on the Handset battery cover and sliding downward.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal Controlled Dual PLL Synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Handset : 923.10 MHz to 927.75 MHz ( All ten channels within this range) Base : 902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz (All ten channels within this range) RECEIVE FREQUENCY Handset : 902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz ( All ten channels within this range) Base : 923.10 MHz to 927.75MHz ( All ten channels within this range) NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE...
TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS CHECK LIST.......................1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................5 GETTING STARTED......................7 WALL MOUNTING.........................9 HANDSET UNIT KEYS AND FEATURE................10 BASE UNIT KEYS AND FEATURES...................11 BASIC TELEPHONE OPERATIONS Area Code Programming.....................12 Making Calls..........................12 Speakerphone Tips.......................12 Redial/Pause.........................13 Answering Calls........................13 Handset Volume ........................13 Mute............................13 Hold...........................
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A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications Inc, Beaverton, Oregon, 97008 Distributed in the Canada by VTech Electronics Canada Ltd., Suite 200-7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2000 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
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