VTech Cordless Telephone IA5864 User Manual

Table of Contents  
GETTING STARTED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Parts Check List: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Choose Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Install Handset Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Connect Power and Telephone Line Cords. . . . . . 6  
Wall Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Desk/Table Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
Charge the Handset Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Set Language Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Check for Dial Tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Set the Dial Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8  
Set Handset Date and Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save . . . . . . . . . . 9  
If you subscribe to DSL service: . . . . . . . . . . .10  
Belt clip (optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10  
BASIC OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Telephone Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Handset Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Base Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Temporary Tone Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Message Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Clear Message Waiting Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Call Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Headset Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Operating Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Display Screen Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Speed Dialing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial . . . . . . . . .16  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial . . . . . .17  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial . . . .18  
Dial a Speed Dial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Reassign Locations in Speed Dial . . . . . . . . . .18  
Telephone Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Store a Number/Name in the Directory . . . . . . . .19  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory . . . . .19  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory . . .20  
Move a Number/Name to the Speed Dial Memory . .21  
Dial a Number from the Directory . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
About Call History (Caller ID) . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Review Call History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Delete Records from Call History . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Dial a Displayed Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Store a Call History Record in the Directory . . . . .24  
Display Screen Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Answering System Operation At the Base . . . . . . . 26  
Audible Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Setting the clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
About Announcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Record Your Announcement . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
To review your announcement at any time:. . . . . .27  
To delete your announcement: . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Setting up your answering system . . . . . . . . . .28  
Feature summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Listen to, Save & Delete Messages. . . . . . . . . .29  
Call Screening/Intercept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Record a Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Window display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1  
 
NEED HELP?  
This book has all the feature operation and troubleshooting you need to install  
and operate your new VTech phone. Please take the time to review thoroughly  
to ensure proper installation and the benefit of this VTech innovative and feature  
shopping, and everything new at VTech.  
VTech toll free 1-800-595-9511  
In Canada dial 1-800-267-7377  
 
Before You Begin  
Enhanced 5.8GHz Technology - Dual band transmission combines the best of 5.8GHz  
and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless  
telephones.  
Important!  
B e f o r e u s i n g  
this telephone,  
you must read  
Important Safety  
Instructions on  
page 44.  
Charger Power  
Adaptor  
Parts Check List:  
1. Base Unit  
2. Handsets (2)  
3. Charger Power Adaptor  
4. Charger  
5. Telephone Line Cord  
6. Desk/Wall Mount Bracket  
7. Belt Clips (2)  
8. Base Power Adaptor  
9. Batteries (2)  
Charger  
Handsets (2)  
Base Unit  
10. User’s Manual  
To purchase replacement  
batteries, visit us on the web  
call VTech Communications,  
Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In  
Canada, contact VTech  
Telecommunications Canada  
or 1-800-267-7377.  
Desk/Wall Mount Bracket  
Belt Clips (2)  
Telephone Line Cord  
User’s Manual  
Batteries (2)  
Base Power Adaptor  
4
GETTING STARTED  
 
Installation  
Choose Location  
Install Handset Battery  
For maximum performance of your  
cordless telephone system:  
a) Remove battery  
compartment cover  
by pressing on the  
indentation and  
Use only the  
provided VTech  
b a t t e r y , o r  
equivalent.  
1. Choose a central location for  
your base unit.  
2. Install your base unit and  
extension handset away from  
electronic equipment, such as  
personal computers, television  
sets and microwave ovens.  
sliding downwards.  
3. In locations where there are  
multiple cordless telephones,  
separate base units as much as  
possible.  
4. Install your telephone  
equipment away from heat  
sources and sunlight.  
b) Align the two holes in the plug with  
the socket pins, then snap the plug  
into place.  
5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust  
or extreme cold.  
c) Place the battery in the compartment with  
the wires in the lower right corner.  
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d) Replace cover by sliding it up into place.  
e) Place the handset in its base when  
not in use to ensure maximum daily  
performance.  
GETTING STARTED  
5
 
Installation  
Connect Power and Telephone Line Cords  
Install the base unit  
awayfromelectronic  
equipment such  
a s p e r s o n a l  
computers,  
Modular  
Standard  
telephone jack  
electrical outlet  
television sets or  
microwave ovens.  
Avoid excessive  
heat, cold, dust or  
moisture.  
Connect the power  
and telephone  
line cords to the  
underside of the  
base as illustrated.  
Connect the power cord. After  
charging the battery for at least  
16 hours, connect the telephone  
line cord.  
P l u g t h e A C  
adapter into an  
electrical outlet. If  
the battery has not  
been previously  
charged,  
place the handset  
in the base, and  
allow it to charge  
f o r 1 6 h o u r s  
(or overnight).  
Connect  
the telephone line  
cord to the wall  
jack.  
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GETTING STARTED  
 
Installation  
Wall Mounting  
Your phone base unit is designed to mount on a standard telephone wall plate. Wall mounting  
is optional. See position one below for instructions.  
Desk/Table Installation  
To place your base unit on a desk or table, insert the desk/wall bracket as instructed below and shown  
in position one or two, depending on your preference of how you’d like the base unit to be angled.  
Position One  
To mount your phone on a wall, or to place it on a table or desk, refer to the diagrams illustrating  
position one.  
First insert the lower portion of the bracket into the grooves in the base, then snap the upper portion  
into place.  
Mount the base on the wall by positioning the base unit so the mounting studs will fit into the holes  
on the base and wall mount bracket. Slide the base unit down on the mounting studs until it locks  
into place.  
Position Two  
This position is an alternate way to install your phone on a table or desk. Position two allows a different  
viewing angle to your handset and base unit. Refer to the position two diagrams above.  
Insert the upper portion of the bracket into the grooves in the base.  
Snap the lower portion into place.  
GETTING STARTED  
7
 
Installation  
Charge the Handset Battery  
Place the handset in the base or charger. NEEDS CHARGING will appear on the handset. Charge  
the battery for at least 16 hours the first time.  
If the phone will  
not be used for a  
long period of time,  
remove the battery  
to prevent possible  
leakage.  
Set Language Mode  
• Press PROG, then press or until LANGUAGE is displayed. Press SELECT.  
• The current setting blinks. Press or until the screen displays the correct language (English,  
Spanish or French).  
If you have any  
trouble installing  
y o u r p h o n e ,  
please refer to the  
Troubleshooting  
s e c t i o n n e a r  
the end of this  
manual.  
• Press SELECT to save your selection.  
Check for Dial Tone  
After the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE; you should hear a dial tone.  
If you do not, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section in the back of this user’s manual.  
Set the Dial Mode  
If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery is charged. If you  
have pulse (rotary) service, you’ll need to change the dial mode.  
• Press PROG.  
• Press or or until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the current setting.  
• Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.  
• Press or to select TONE or PULSE.  
• Press SELECT to save.  
8
GETTING STARTED  
 
Installation  
Set Handset Date and Time  
If you subscribe to caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first incoming  
call. If you do not have caller ID service, you can set the date and time manually:  
In the event of a  
power outage, or  
if your phone’s  
power cord is  
unplugged, the  
time setting will be  
lost.  
Press PROG, then press or until DATE/TIME is displayed. Press SELECT.  
The month is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct month. Press SELECT.  
The day is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct day. Press SELECT.  
The hour is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct hour. Press SELECT.  
The minute is flashing. Press  
or  
until the screen displays the correct minute. Press  
SELECT.  
AM or PM is flashing. Press or to choose between AM or PM. Press SELECT  
Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save  
You can select from four different handset ringer styles, or turn the ringer off and extend the  
battery life.  
1. With the handset in idle (off) mode, press PROG.  
2. Press or until the screen displays RINGER: and current setting.  
3. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring.  
4. Press or to select RINGER: 1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF. You will hear a sample of each ring tone.  
5. Press SELECT to choose the displayed ringer setting.  
GETTING STARTED  
9
 
Installation  
If you subscribe to DSL service:  
If you hear noise during conversations and/or your caller ID features aren’t functioning properly, install  
a noise filter to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your  
DSL provider to obtain a noise filter.  
Noise filter (For  
DSL users)  
To single telephone  
jack (RJ11C)  
Belt clip (optional)  
To remove  
To attach  
10 GETTING STARTED  
 
Telephone Operation  
Handset Operation  
While entering names or  
numbers into memory,  
press to delete last  
character entered.  
/DIR  
While on a call, press to  
increase the volume. A  
double beep will sound  
when you reach the  
highest setting.  
While phone is not in  
use, press to display  
directory entries.  
While entering names or  
numbers, press to add a  
space.  
1. Make a Call  
Press PHONE, then dial the  
number.  
-OR-  
Dial the number (use  
to backspace and make  
corrections), then press  
PHONE to call.  
2. Flash/Call Waiting  
During a call, press to receive  
an incoming  
call, if call waiting is  
activated.  
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3. Channel  
Press CHAN to switch to a  
clear channel while on a call.  
1,2  
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7
7. Select  
4. Delete  
Press to display menu, or  
When viewing the call log,  
press to delete the current  
record displayed. While  
handset is in idle mode, press  
and hold to delete all records  
in the call log.  
to select highlighted item  
from menu.  
8. Off  
During a call, press to  
hang up. While using  
menus, press to cancel an  
operation, back up, or exit  
the menu display  
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5. Answer a Call  
Press any key to answer a  
call (except OFF).  
9. Redial/Pause  
6.  
/CID and /DIR  
Press to view redial  
/CID  
memory. While entering  
numbers, press and hold to  
insert a dialing pause.  
3,4  
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While on a call, press to  
decrease the volume. A  
double beep will sound  
when you reach the lowest  
setting.  
10. Program  
10  
With the handset in idle  
(on-hook), press to enter  
programming mode.  
While phone is not in use,  
press to display caller ID  
information.  
BASIC OPERATION 11  
 
Telephone Operation  
Base Operation  
11. CHARGE/IN USE  
Flashes in unison with an incoming call’s ringing.  
Flashes slowly when the handset is in use, or the answering  
system is answering a call.  
Glows steadily when the handset is charging.  
12. LOCATE HANDSET  
Press to page the handset for up to 60 seconds. Press again,  
press OFF on handset or place handset in base to cancel the  
page.  
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11  
Temporary Tone Dialing  
If you have pulse (rotary) service, you can change from dial pulse to touch tone dialing during a call  
by pressing * TONE. This is useful if you need to send touch tone signals for access to telephone  
banking or long distance services.  
1. Dial the number.  
2. Press TONE. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals.  
*
3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to pulse service.  
Message Waiting  
Your phone is designed to work with most local and regional telephone service provider’s voice  
messaging systems to provide an alert on handset when new messages come in. Voice messaging is  
a subscription service, available through most service providers for a monthly fee. Contact your local  
telephone company for more information.  
12 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Telephone Operation  
When you have a message waiting, the handset will display:  
Onlyonehandsetcan  
be on a call at a time.  
For example, if HS1  
is on a call and HS2  
presses PHONE,  
CAN’T CONNECT  
will display.  
If the HS2 cannot  
be found, HS1 will  
generate a sad tone  
and continue the call  
automatically. Before  
HS2 answers, HS1  
can press PHONE  
to cancel the forward  
function and continue  
the external call.  
MESSAGE WAITING  
5/01 5:40PM  
Clear Message Waiting Alert  
If after you review your message(s) your message waiting alert does not go off, you may manually  
turn it off by:  
1. Press PROG on the handset.  
2. Press  
or until screen displays MESSAGE WAITING.  
3. Press SELECT, the screen display: CLEAR? YES  
4. Press or to change from YES to NO.  
5. Press SELECT, you’ll hear a confirmation tone.  
If HS2 doesn’t  
respond within 30  
seconds, HS1 will  
start ringing until  
PHONE is pressed  
to pick up the  
returned call. If it is  
not answered within  
another 30 seconds,  
the external call will  
end automatically.  
Call Transfer  
An external call can be forwarded from one handset (HS1) to the other handset (HS2) by following  
these steps:  
1. While on a call, press SELECT on HS1 to forward the call to HS2.  
HS1 will show:  
HS2 will ring and show:  
TRANSFERRED CALL  
CALL TRANSFERRED  
2. Press PHONE on HS2 to answer the forwarded call. HS1 will return to the idle mode.  
BASIC OPERATION 13  
 
Telephone Operation  
Headset Jack  
Operating Range  
You can use this telephone handsfree  
when you install any VTech 2.5 mm  
headset, purchased separately.  
This cordless telephone operates within the maximum  
power allowed by the Federal  
To purchase  
a
headset, visit us  
on the web at www.  
vtechphones.com  
or call VTech Cus-  
tomer Service at  
1-800-595-9511.  
In Canada, contact  
VTechTelecommu-  
nications Canada  
canada.com or 1-  
800-267-7377.  
Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this  
handset and base can communicate over only a  
certain distance - which can vary with the locations  
of the base and handset, the weather, and the  
construction of your home or office.  
Plug the headset into the jack located  
on the right side of the handset (under  
the small rubber flap). Do not force the  
connection, but make sure the plug fits  
securely.  
If you receive a call while you are out of range, the  
handset might not ring or if it does ring, the call might  
not connect when you press PHONE. Move closer to  
the base, then press PHONE to answer the call.  
If you move out of range during a phone conversation,  
you might hear noise or interference. To improve  
reception, move closer to the base.  
If you move out of range without pressing OFF, your  
phone will be left off the hook. To hang up properly,  
walk back into range, periodically pressing OFF.  
14 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Telephone Operation  
Display Screen Messages  
Screen Displays:  
When:  
There is a call coming in.  
** RINGING **  
CONNECTING...  
PHONE ON  
The handset is waiting for dial tone.  
The handset is in use.  
The base is paging the handset.  
The battery needs to be recharged.  
** PAGING **  
BATTERY LOW  
The handset is changing to another of the  
30 channels available.  
SCANNING...  
1. Displays when one handset is on a call  
and the other handset presses PHONE.  
2. Displays when base power is off and  
PHONE is pressed. You’ll also hear a sad  
tone.  
CAN’T CONNECT  
3. Displays when an out-of-range dial fails to  
connect.  
The handset ringer is turned off.  
RINGER OFF  
Displays when you have been alerted by the  
telephone company that you have received  
new voice mail.  
MESSAGE WAITING  
BASIC OPERATION 15  
 
Speed Dialing  
Your phone can store up to nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters and 24 digits in  
each location) in the speed dial memory locations you assign (numbered 1 through 9) in each handset.  
These numbers can be dialed with two button presses. You can also store telephone numbers with  
names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions.  
The entries you  
store in speed  
dial memory will  
be marked with  
01 through 09 and  
also display in the  
directory.  
Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial  
1. Press PROG. Then press or  
until the screen displays SPEED DIAL.  
2. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.  
3. Press the key (1 through 9) to assign the speed dial location this number will be stored. The screen  
Press OFF at any  
time to exit speed  
dial mode.  
displays ENTER NAME.  
4. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing. Use  
to backspace  
When memory  
is full the screen  
displays MEMORY  
FULL,anerrortone  
sounds and you  
cannot store a new  
number until you  
delete a record in  
speed dial memory  
o r t e l e p h o n e  
directory.  
and make corrections; use  
to advance and add a space.  
Presses  
Dial Key Once  
Twice 3 Times 4 Times 5 Times 6 Times  
1
1
A
B
E
H
K
N
Q
U
X
C
F
I
2
3
4
5
6
S
8
Z
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
D
G
J
L
M
O
R
V
Y
P
7
9
T
W
0
0
*
*
&
,
-
.
#
#
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Speed Dialing  
5. After you enter the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER.  
6. Enter the telephone number. Use  
to enter a pause if necessary.  
OR —  
to backspace and make corrections. Press REDIAL/PAUSE  
If the location is  
not empty, your  
new entry will be  
stored in place of  
the old and will  
delete the former  
e n t r y . T a k e  
caution to not  
save over entries  
you do not wish to  
delete from speed  
dial memory.  
Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number (up to 24 digits long) dialed from this phone.  
7. Press SELECT or PROG to store your entry. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the  
current setting.  
8. Press or  
to choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by  
assigning a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringer.  
9. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm. If you chose Y in Step 8, a  
will be displayed with the  
entry.  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial  
1. Press and hold the speed dial location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to edit.  
2. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press SELECT. Then press or until EDIT  
flashes.  
SPEED EDIT ERASE  
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01  
3. Press SELECT. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appears at the end of the  
name. Use  
number. Use to backspace and make corrections. PressSELECT to move on to edit the distinctive  
ring setting. Press or to choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this  
,
and the dial pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT to move on to edit the  
number by assigning a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringer.  
4. Press SELECT to save the edited information.  
BASIC OPERATION 17  
 
Speed Dialing  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial  
1. Press and hold the speed dial location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to delete.  
2. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press SELECT. Then press or until  
ERASE flashes.  
SPEED EDIT ERASE  
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3. Press SELECT. The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number. The current choice  
flashes.  
4. Press  
until YES flashes.  
5. Press SELECT. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.  
Dial a Speed Dial Number  
1. Press and hold the speed dial location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to dial.  
2. Press PHONE to dial the displayed memory number.  
Reassign Locations in Speed Dial  
1. Press and hold the speed dial location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to reassign.  
2. When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign, press SELECT. Press  
or  
until  
SPEED flashes.  
SPEED EDIT ERASE  
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01  
3. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.  
4. Press the keys (1-9) to reassign this entry into another memory location. You’ll hear a confirmation  
beep.  
18 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Telephone Directory  
Your phone can store 20 (including the nine speed dial entries) telephone numbers with names (up to  
15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number in each location) in the handset.  
Press OFF at any  
time to exit the  
directory.  
Store a Number/Name in the Directory  
1. Press PROG. The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
2. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER NAME.  
• When the memory  
isfullthescreenwill  
display MEMORY  
FULL, an error  
tone sounds and  
you will not be  
able to store a  
new number until  
you delete a stored  
number to make  
room for another  
entry.  
3. Using the chart in page 16, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing with the number.  
Use  
to backspace and make corrections; use  
to advance and add a space.  
4. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays ENTER  
NUMBER.  
5. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press REDIAL/PAUSE  
to store a pause if necessary.  
— OR —  
Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number (up to 24 digits) dialed from this handset.  
6. Press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting.  
7. Press or  
to choose Y (yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by  
changing to a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringer.  
8. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm. If you chose Y in Step 7, a will be displayed with the directory  
entry.  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory  
1. Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
2. Press  
or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory.  
OR —  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to edit.  
BASIC OPERATION 19  
 
Telephone Directory  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press SELECT. Then press or until EDIT  
flashes.  
SPEED EDIT ERASE  
8005959511  
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appears at the end of the  
name. Use  
,
and the dial pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT to confirm and move on to  
edit the number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press SELECT to confirm and move  
to edit the distinctive ring setting.  
5. Press SELECT to save the edited information.  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory  
1. Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
2. Press  
or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory.  
— OR —  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to delete.  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press SELECT. Then press  
or  
until  
ERASE flashes.  
SPEED EDIT ERASE  
8005959511  
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number. The current choice  
flashes.  
5. Press until YES flashes.  
20 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Telephone Directory  
6. Press SELECT. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.  
Move a Number/Name to the Speed Dial Memory  
1. Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory.  
OR —  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to move.  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to move, press SELECT. Then press  
or  
until  
SPEED flashes.  
SPEED EDIT ERASE  
8005959511  
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.  
5. Press the key (1-9) to move this entry from the normal directory to the speed dial memory and assign  
the memory location. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. A memory location number (1 through 9) will  
be displayed with this entry.  
Dial a Number from the Directory  
1. Press . The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory.  
OR —  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial.  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to dial, press PHONE.  
BASIC OPERATION 21  
 
Caller ID  
Your phone has a caller ID (CID) with call waiting feature that works with service from your local  
phone service provider. Caller ID with call waiting lets you see who’s calling before you answer the  
phone, even when you’re on another call.  
You may need to change your phone service to use this feature. Contact your phone service  
provider if:  
You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined  
service)  
You have only caller ID service, or only caller waiting service.  
You don’t subscribe to any caller ID or call waiting services.  
You can use this product with regular caller ID service, and you can use this product’s other  
features without subscribing to either caller ID or combined caller ID with call waiting service.  
There are fees for caller ID services, and they may not be available in all areas.  
This product can provide information only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID  
service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment.  
22 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Caller ID  
Caller’s telephone  
number  
If you answer  
a call before  
the information  
appears on the  
screen, it will  
not be in the call  
history.  
Caller’s name  
This party has called  
more than once.  
VTech  
L
*
Long distance  
call  
800-595-9511  
Position of call  
in call history  
NEW  
OLD  
PM  
5/01 5:40 28  
Press OFF at any  
time to exit call  
history.  
Indicate whether the  
record is new or old  
Date of call  
Time of call  
Each handset’s  
c a l l l o g i s  
independent from  
the other handset.  
For example,  
when you delete  
one or all call log  
entries from one  
handset, they will  
not be deleted  
from the other  
handset.  
About Call History (Caller ID)  
Your phone can store up to 45 calls in its caller ID (CID) memory. When the memory is full, the oldest  
call will automatically be deleted to make room for new incoming call information.  
For each call that comes in, the screen displays the following information between the first and second  
rings:  
Your caller’s name (15 letters are sent by your telephone company).  
The caller’s area code and telephone number.  
The time and date of the call.  
The repeat tag (*) in the upper right corner, indicating the party has called more than once.  
Review Call History  
1. Press (CID) to view call history.  
2. Use and to scroll through records in call history.  
BASIC OPERATION 23  
 
Caller ID  
Delete Records from Call History  
Delete a Specific Call:  
1. Locate the record you want to delete from call history.  
CallerIDnumbers  
may appear with  
an area code  
that may not be  
required for local  
calls, or without  
a 1 that may be  
needed for long  
distance calls.  
If the number  
displayed is not  
in the right format,  
press#repeatedly  
to see different  
dialing options.  
You can choose  
to dial with or  
without the area  
code, or with or  
without the 1.  
2. Press the DELETE key to delete. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.  
Delete All Calls:  
1. With the handset in idle (off) mode, press and hold the DELETE key to delete. The screen displays  
ERASE ALL NO YES. The current choice flashes.  
2. Press until YES flashes.  
3. Press SELECT. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.  
Dial a Displayed Number  
1. Locate the record in call history that you want to dial.  
2. If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press  
800-595-9511  
5/01 5:40 PM  
#. The screen displays any alternate dialing sequences  
available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code  
+ number; number only; 1+ number). See the side column  
for more information on changing the dialing format.  
OLD 28  
3. Press SELECT. Press or until DIAL flashes.  
DIAL PROGRAM  
800-595-9511  
5/01 5:40 PM  
4. Press SELECT. The number is automatically dialed.  
OR —  
OLD 28  
When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, you  
want to dial, press PHONE.  
Store a Call History Record in the Directory  
1. Locate the record in the call history you want to store in  
the directory.  
24 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Caller ID  
2. If you wish to change how the number is stored, press  
#. The screen displays any alternate dialing sequences  
available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area  
code+number;numberonly;1+number). Seethenote  
in the side margin for more information on changing  
the dialing sequence.  
800-595-9511  
5/01 5:40 PM  
CallerIDnumbers  
may appear with  
an area code  
that may not be  
required for local  
calls, or without  
a 1 that may be  
needed for long  
distance calls.  
If the number  
displayed is not  
in the right format,  
press#repeatedly  
to see different  
dialing options.  
You can choose  
to dial with or  
without the area  
code, or with or  
without the 1.  
OLD 28  
DIAL PROGRAM  
800-595-9511  
5/01 5:40 PM  
3. Press SELECT, then press or until PROGRAM  
flashes.  
OLD 28  
4. Press SELECT three times. The screen displays:  
DISTINCT RING? N  
800-595-9511  
5/01 5:40 PM  
5. Press or to select Y or N for distinctive ringer.  
OLD 28  
6. Press SELECT. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. If  
you choose Y in step 5, a will be displayed with the  
directory entry.  
Display Screen Messages  
Screen Displays:  
When:  
The other party is blocking name and/or number  
information.  
PRIVATE  
Yourphonecompanyisunabletoreceiveinformation  
about this caller’s name and/or number.  
UNKNOWN  
This caller has called you more than once.  
* (after name)  
BASIC OPERATION 25  
 
Answering System Operation At the Base  
Audible Indicators  
Your phone telephone system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations  
when you press a button or complete an operation.  
The time will be  
set automatically  
with incoming caller  
ID data. You can  
however choose  
to set the time  
manually.  
Setting the clock  
1. Make sure the answering system is on.  
2. Press TIME/SET. The system announces the clock setting, then announces: “To set day and time,  
press TIME/SET.”  
3. Press TIME/SET. The system announces the current day.  
To advance the  
minute or year by  
increments of 10,  
press and hold  
CHANGE.  
4. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct day, then press TIME/SET. The system  
announces the current hour.  
5. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct hour, then press TIME/SET. The system  
announces the current minute.  
6. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct minute, then press TIME/SET. The system  
announces the current year.  
7. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct year, press TIME/SET. The system  
announces the current clock setting.  
About Announcements  
You can record two different announcements — one for normal answeringandoneforwhenyou’ve  
set the system to play the announcement only.  
Use normal answering when you want the system to record callers’ messages. Use announce  
only when you want to give information to callers without accepting messages.  
If you choose not to record an announcement, the system answers with a pre-recorded  
announcement.  
The normal answering pre-recorded announcement says: “Hello. I’m unable to answer your call right  
now. Please leave your name, number and a message after the tone.” The announce only pre-  
recorded announcement says: “Hello, I’m unable to answer your call right now. Please call again.  
Thank you.”  
26 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Answering System Operation At the Base  
By setting announce only to on or off, you decide which announcement your callers will hear when  
the system answers a call (the system comes set for normal answering, with announce only turned  
off). See Set announce only, located in the Feature Summary chart later in this section, to change  
your announcement selection.  
Announcements  
less than three  
s e c o n d s i n  
length will not be  
recorded.  
Select a feature setting  
Enter answering system  
feature setup and  
choose a feature to set..  
...  
Record outgoing  
announcements,  
and memos  
Turn answering  
system on or off  
Review/change clock setting;  
confirm feature settings  
Record Your Announcement  
1. Press MENU until you hear “Record outgoing message.”  
2. Press REC/MEMO. After you hear Now recording” followed by a beep, speak toward the base to  
record an announcement up to 90 seconds long.  
3. Press PLAY/STOP. The system plays back your recorded message.  
To review your announcement at any time:  
1. Press MENU until you hear “Record outgoing message.”  
2. Press PLAY/STOP, the system plays the current announcement.  
To delete your announcement:  
Press DELETE during announcement playback. The system will use the pre-recorded announcement  
until you record a new one.  
BASIC OPERATION 27  
 
Answering System Operation At the Base  
Setting Up Your Answering System  
You can set up one feature at a time, or you can set up the first feature and then move on to set up  
the other features in sequence.  
To advance the  
remote access  
code number by  
increments of ten,  
press and hold the  
CHANGE key.  
1. Make sure the answering system is on.  
2. Press MENU until the system announces the feature you want to set. Refer to the Feature Summary  
below for a description of the features and your choices.  
3. Press CHANGE until the system announces the desired setting.  
4. Press TIME/SET to confirm your selection.  
5. Press MENU to move on to the next feature, or press PLAY/STOP to exit feature setup.  
Feature Summary  
Default settings indicated by * .  
System Announces:  
Description/Directions:  
Set the remote access code you will use to access  
features and functions of the answering system from  
a touch tone phone. You can select any two digit  
code, from 10 to 99.  
“Set security code”  
19*  
When message alert is turned on, the base beeps  
once every 10 seconds when new messages have  
been received.  
Set audible message alert”  
Off*  
On  
When you turn announce only on, callers hear your  
announcement, but cannot leave a message.  
Set announce only”  
On  
Off*  
28 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Answering System Operation At the Base  
Set base ringer”  
Turn the base ringer on or off.  
On*  
Off  
You can exit  
feature setup  
at any time by  
pressing a PLAY/  
STOP.  
“Set number of rings”  
2
4*  
6
Choose how many times the phone will ring  
before the system answers a call.  
If the system  
has less than  
30 seconds of  
record time left,  
the answering  
system turns  
off. The system  
w i l l a n s w e r  
after 10 rings  
and announce  
Memory full,  
pleaseenteryour  
security code”  
and wait for the  
caller to enter the  
remote access  
code.  
Toll Saver  
With toll saver active, the system answers after  
two rings when you have new messages and  
after four when you have no new messages.  
Listen to, Save & Delete Messages  
The system automatically saves your messages until you delete them, and can store approximately 15  
minutes of messages, memos, and announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages). A message  
or memo can be up to four minutes long.  
The message window will flash to alert you to new, unplayed messages. If all messages have been  
reviewed, the number displayed in the window will glow steadily. If the system contains both old and  
new messages, it will play only the new messages first. After all new messages are played, press the  
PLAY/STOP to hear all messages.  
Before playing a message, the system announces the day and time it was received. While the message  
plays, the message window displays the number of the message. After playing the last message in a  
mailbox, the system announces End of messages.” If the system has less than five minutes of recording  
time left, it announces remaining time.  
BASIC OPERATION 29  
 
Answering System Operation At the Base  
Press to repeat a message;  
hold to back up and play the  
previous message.  
Message Window  
Delete Messages  
Press to skip to the next  
message; hold to speed  
up playback.  
To delete a message, press  
DELETE while the message  
is playing.  
Press and hold DELETE to  
delete all old messages.  
Youcannotdeleteamessage  
until it’s been reviewed;  
deleted messages cannot  
be recovered.  
Play Messages  
Press to play messages. Press  
again to stop playback.  
Call Screening/Intercept  
1. Make sure the answering system is on, and set the message playback volume control above  
level 1 so you can hear the callers message.  
2. If you decide to take the call, press PHONE on the handset.  
Record a Memo  
You can record a memo up to four minutes long, which is stored as an incoming message.  
1. Press and release REC/MEMO.  
2. The system announces “Now recording”. After the beep, speak toward the microphone. The  
message window displays the length of your memo up to 99 seconds, if you record a memo  
longer than 99 seconds, 99 continues to flash until you finish.  
30 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Answering System Operation At the Base  
3. To stop recording, press the PLAY/STOP again.  
Window Display:  
When:  
No messages.  
0
Total number of messages, or message number during  
message playback.  
1-98  
Memory is full, or total number of messages is 99.  
0-99 <--> F  
Duration of announcement or memo recording (maximum  
length of announcement is 90 seconds).  
1 to 99(counting)  
Length of recording is more than 99 seconds.  
99(flashing)  
Indicates volume level selected when VOL- or VOL+  
is pressed.  
1-8 (on steady for one second)  
Current remote access code while setting.  
Announce only mode.  
10 - 99  
A
System is set to announce only mode and the memory  
is full.  
1-98 and A (alternating)  
Display when any setting is changed from on or off.  
Clock needs to be set.  
ONor OFF(steady for one second)  
CL <--> (normal display)  
--(steady)  
System is answering a call or is in remote operation.  
System is in programming mode or initializing.  
--(flashing)  
BASIC OPERATION 31  
 
Answering System Operation - Remote Access  
Connect with the Answering System  
You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone.  
1. Dial your telephone number.  
2. When the system answers, enter your remote access code (preset to 19). The system beeps once  
and then announces the number of new messages.  
3. Enter a remote command (see Remote Access Commands).  
4. To end remote access, simply hang up the phone.  
Voice Menu  
The system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press * 5 to hear the menu while  
remotely connected to the answering system.  
Remote Access Commands  
Function:  
Command:  
Play messages  
Press 1 to play all messages. Press 2 to play new messages. If  
there are no new messages, the system plays old messages.  
Repeat a message  
Skip a message  
Press 4 while message is playing; press 4 4 to back up previous  
message.  
Press 6 while message is playing; each press advances to the  
next message.  
Stop  
Press 5.  
Press *5.  
Hang up.  
Help  
Save messages  
Function:  
Command:  
32 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Answering System Operation - Remote Access  
Delete message  
Press 3 while message is playing. Press 3 3 to delete all old  
messages.  
If no key is  
pressed within  
10 seconds of  
entering remote  
access, the voice  
menu will be  
announced. After  
the voice menu  
announcement,  
if no key is  
pressed within  
2 0 s e c o n d s ,  
t h e r e m o t e  
access call will  
automatically  
Review announcement  
Record announcement  
Press #7; system plays announcement, then beeps.  
Press *7; after beep, record announcement, press 5 to stop.  
System plays back announcement.  
Record memo  
Turn system off  
Press 8, speak after beep; press 5 when finished.  
Press 0; the system announces, “Answering machine off.” Press  
0 again to turn the system back on.  
Turn system on  
When system is off, it answers after 10 rings and announces,  
“Please enter you security code.” Enter your remote access  
code, then press 0 to turn the answering system on.  
Review remote access code Press #9.  
end.  
Change remote access code Press *9.  
BASIC OPERATION 33  
 
Batteries  
Battery Care and performance:  
After your battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:  
If you repeatedly  
get a low battery  
indicator, even  
after charging  
overnight, the  
battery should be  
replaced.  
Operation  
Operating time  
While in use (talking)  
up to 5 hours  
up to 6 days  
While not in use (standby*)  
* Handset is off the base unit or charger but not in use.  
To reduce the risk  
of fire or injury to  
personsordamage  
to the telephone,  
read and follow  
these instructions  
carefully: Charge  
t h e b a t t e r y  
provided with  
or identified for  
use with this  
product only in  
accordance with  
the instructions  
and limitations  
specified in the  
user’s manual.  
The battery needs charging when:  
— A new battery is installed in the handset.  
— The phone beeps twice every five seconds.  
— The screen displays BATTERY LOW and the low battery icon.  
Place the handset in the base so the CHARGE light turns on. The battery is typically fully  
charged in 16 hours.  
You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the base after each use.  
Replacing the Handset Battery  
1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the handset by pressing on the indentation and sliding the  
cover downward.  
2. Lift out the old battery and disconnect.  
3. Align the two holes in the new battery’s plug with the socket  
pins, and snap the plug into place. Snap the battery in the  
compartment, as described in Installation, on page 5.  
4. Replace the cover by sliding it up into place.  
5. The new battery must be charged before using the phone.  
Place the handset in the base and allow it to charge for at  
least 16 hours the first charge. The telephone might operate  
before that, but for best performance, let the battery charge  
fully.  
34 BASIC OPERATION  
 
Troubleshooting  
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 Telecommunications  
Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.  
Problem  
Suggestion  
My phone doesn’t  
work at all.  
• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall  
jack.  
• Charge the battery in the handset for 18 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the  
handset to its base when not in use.  
• Reset the base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.  
Allow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset.  
• You may need to purchase a new battery, please refer to the Batteries section of this  
user’s manual.  
I cannot get a dial  
tone.  
• First try all the suggestions above.  
• Move the handset closer to the base. You might have moved out of range.  
• Your line cord might be malfunctioning. Try installing a new line cord.  
• If the previous suggestions don’t work, 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.  
ADDITIONAL INFO  
35  
 
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Suggestion  
I cannot dial out.  
• Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The handset may take a second or two to find  
the base and produce a dial tone. This is normal. Wait an extra second before dialing.  
• Make sure your phone is set to the correct dial mode for the type of service that you have  
(pulse or touchtone). Refer to the Installation section of this user’s manual to set the dial mode.  
• If the other phones in your home are having the issue, the problem is in your wiring or local  
service. Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply.)  
• Eliminate any background noise. Noise from a television, radio or other appliance may cause  
the phone to not dial out properly. If you cannot eliminate the background noise, first try muting  
the handset before dialing, or dialing from another room in your home with less background  
noise.  
My handset beeps  
four times and isn’t  
performing normally.  
• Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the base. Plug the unit into a different,  
working outlet not controlled by a wall switch.  
• Move the handset closer to the base. You might have moved out of range.  
• If the handset is in its base and the charging light does not come on, refer to Charge Light is  
Off in this troubleshooting guide.  
• Reset the base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.  
Allow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset.  
• Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your  
phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios,  
radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal  
computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones.  
36 ADDITIONAL INFO  
 
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Suggestion  
CAN’T CONNECT  
displays on my  
handset.  
Only one handset of your phone system can be in use (off hook) at a time. For example, if HS1  
is on a call and HS2 presses TALK, CAN’T CONNECT will display. Be sure only one handset  
is in use at a time.  
Move the handset closer to the base. You might have moved out of range.  
If the handset is in its base and the charging light does not come on, refer to The charge light  
is off in this troubleshooting guide.  
Reset the base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.  
Allow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset.  
Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your  
phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios,  
radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal  
computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones.  
The batteries will not  
hold a charge.  
Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the  
handset to its base when not in use.  
You may need to purchase a new battery, please refer to the Batteries section of this user’s  
manual.  
Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Warranty section of this user’s manual  
for further instruction.  
If you subscribe to DSL If you hear noise during conversations and/or your caller ID features aren’t functioning properly,  
service  
install a noise filter to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact  
your DSL provider to obtain a noise filter.  
ADDITIONAL INFO  
37  
 
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Suggestion  
I get noise, static,  
or weak signal even  
when I’m near the  
base.  
Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been eliminated.  
Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your  
phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios,  
radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal  
computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones.  
Microwaves operate on the same frequency as your phone. It is normal to experience static on  
your phone while the microwave is running. Do not install this phone in the same outlet or near  
the microwave.  
If your phone is plugged in with a modem or surge protector, plug the phone (or modem/surge  
protector) into a different location. If this solves the problem, re-locate your phone or modem  
farther apart from one another, or use a different surge protector.  
Relocate your phone to a higher location. The phone will likely get better reception not installed  
in a low area.  
If the other phones in your home are having the issue, the problem is in your wiring or local  
service. Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply.)  
I hear other calls while  
using my phone.  
Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you  
still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local  
telephone company.  
I hear noise in the  
handset, and none of  
the keys or buttons  
work.  
Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
38 ADDITIONAL INFO  
 
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Suggestion  
My handset does not  
ring when I receive  
a call.  
Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this user’s  
manual.  
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone jack.  
Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
You may be too far from the base unit.  
Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the  
handset to its base when not in use.  
You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring.  
Try unplugging some of the other phones.  
The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range. Try moving the base to  
another location, preferably on an upper floor.  
If the other phones in your home are having the issue, the problem is in your wiring or local  
service. Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply.)  
Test a working phone at the phone jack. If another phone has the same problem, the problem  
is the phone jack. Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply.)  
Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your  
phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios,  
radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal  
computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones  
Your line cord might be malfunctioning. Try installing a new line cord.  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Suggestion  
My calls fade or cut in  
and out while I’m using  
my handset.  
Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been eliminated.  
Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your  
phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios,  
radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal  
computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones  
Microwaves operate on the same frequency as your phone. It is normal to experience static on  
your phone while the microwave is running. Do not install this phone in the same outlet or near  
the microwave.  
If your phone is plugged in with a modem or surge protector, plug the phone (or modem/surge  
protector) into a different location. If this solves the problem, re-locate your phone or modem  
farther apart from one another, or use a different surge protector.  
Relocate your phone to a higher location. The phone will get better reception not installed in a  
low area.  
If the other phones in your home are having the issue, the problem is in your wiring or local  
service. Contact your local telephone company (charges may apply.)  
The charge light is off.  
Clean the handset and base charging contact each month using a pencil eraser or cloth.  
Make sure the power and line cords are plugged in correctly and firmly.  
Reset the base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in.  
Allow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset.  
Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Warranty section of this user’s manual  
for further instruction.  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Suggestion  
My Caller ID isn’t  
working.  
Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service for this feature to work  
on your phone.  
Your caller must be calling from an area that supports caller ID.  
Both you and your caller’s telephone companies must use caller ID compatible equipment.  
My answering  
machine is not  
Make sure system is turned ON (the ON/OFF key is illuminated).  
Make sure the announce only feature is set to OFF.  
recording messages.  
I cannot hear recorded  
messages.  
Using the base volume control, raise the volume to a comfortable listening level.  
CL is flashing in the  
base message display  
window.  
You need to set the day and time. Refer to the section(s) on setting day and time in this  
user’s manual.  
Make sure announce only feature is set to OFF  
Common cure for  
electronic equipment.  
If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in its base. If it  
does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed):  
1. Disconnect the power to the base.  
2. Disconnect the handset battery, and spare battery, if applicable.  
3. Wait a few minutes.  
4. Connect power to the base.  
5. Re-install the battery(ies).  
6. Wait for the handset to re-establish its link with the base. To be safe, allow up to one minute for  
this to take place.  
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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. 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.  
Electrical storms  
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.  
Cleaning your telephone  
Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or  
cleaning solvents of any kind.  
Warranty Statement  
Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water. If your base unit should fall into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU  
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.  
What does this limited warranty cover?  
• The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product and all accessories provided  
by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally  
and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America.  
What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period (“Materially Defective Product”)?  
• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will repair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we repair this  
product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech  
will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech’s option, is  
your exclusive remedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.  
How long is the limited warranty period?  
• The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited  
warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b)  
the time remaining on the original one-year warranty; whichever is longer.  
What is not covered by this limited warranty?  
This limited warranty does not cover  
1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other  
liquid intrusion; or  
2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or  
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or  
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Warranty Statement  
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 electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or  
6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for  
rental purposes ); or  
7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or  
8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit.  
How do you get warranty service?  
• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please check the user’s  
manual. A check of the Product controls and features may save you a service call.  
• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the  
transport of Product (s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling charges prepaid.  
VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.  
• 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 prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.  
What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?  
1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;  
2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and  
3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.  
Other Limitations  
• This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech provides no other  
warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product. There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make  
modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification.  
State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year  
from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
• In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the product,  
or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of  
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.  
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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, including the following:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Read and understand all instructions.  
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool).  
Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand. The product may fall, causing serious damage.  
Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the  
product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in any area 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 in your home, consult your dealer or local power  
company.  
8.  
9.  
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it.  
Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset 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 parts of the base or handset other than specified access  
doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used.  
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.  
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the  
following conditions:  
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.  
B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.  
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of  
other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.  
E. If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged.  
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.  
13.  
Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.  
14.  
15.  
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.  
Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk.  
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations  
FCC Part 15  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements  
are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this  
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures:  
* Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
* Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
* Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
* Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product.  
This product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The base unit shall be installed and used such that parts of the user’s  
body other than the hands are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm (8 inches) or more. If you choose to use a clipping device, please make sure to only use the supplied VTech belt clip.  
FCC Part 68 and ACTA  
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this  
equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. This identifier must be provided to your local telephone company upon request.  
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant  
telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting  
to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user’s manual.  
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. The REN for this product is  
encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the product identifier (e.g., if ## is 03, the REN is 0.3). In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more  
information, please contact your local telephone company.  
This equipment may not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your  
alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.  
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its  
authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.  
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before  
interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform  
you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product.  
The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.  
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.  
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store emergency telephone numbers (e.g., police, fire, medical) in these locations. If you do store or test emergency numbers, please:  
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations  
* Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up.  
* Perform such activities in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.  
Industry Canada  
This equipment complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device  
must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
The term ‘’IC: ‘’ before the certification/registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.  
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination  
on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five.  
The RBRC® Seal  
The RBRC® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at  
the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States and Canada.  
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area.  
VTech’s participation in RBRC® makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized 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.  
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.  
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Technical Specifications  
Enhanced 5.8GHz technology–your phone operates on a dual band transmission that combines the best of 5.8GHz and  
900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones.  
Frequency Control  
Crystal controlled  
PLL synthesizer  
Transmit Frequency  
Receive Frequency  
Base: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz  
Handset: 5863.80 - 5872.5 MHz  
Base: 5863.80 - 5872.5 MHz  
Handset: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz  
Channels  
30  
Nominal Effective Range  
Maximum power allowed FCC and IC. Actual operating range may  
vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.  
Size  
Handset: 184mm X 52mm X 41mm  
Base: 160mm X 144mm X 104mm (with wall mount)  
Charger: 85mm X 78mm X 50mm  
Weight  
Handset: 130 grams  
Charger: 61grams  
Base: 347 grams (with wall mount)  
Power Requirements  
Handset: 600mAH Ni-Cd Battery  
Base: 9V DC @ 400mA  
Charger: 6V DC @ 200mA  
Memory  
9 Speed dial locations; up to 24 digits, 15 characters per location  
Directory: 20 Memory locations (including the nine speed dial entries);  
up to 24 digits, 15 characters per location  
CID: 45 Memory locations  
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Index  
Connect with the  
answering system 32  
A
F
About announcements 26  
About call history 23  
Additional information 35-47  
Answering system  
operation - remote access 32-33  
Answering system  
operation at the base 26-31  
Audible indicators 26  
FCC, ACTA and IC regulations 45  
Feature summary 28  
D
Delete a number/name  
stored in speed dial 18  
Delete a number/name  
stored in the directory 20  
Delete records  
G
Getting started 5-9  
H
Handset operation 11  
Handset ringer  
style/battery save  
Headset Jack 14  
from call history 24  
Desk/Table Installation  
7
B
9
Dial a displayed number 24  
Dial a speed dial number 18  
Dial a number  
from the directory 21  
Display screen  
messages - caller ID 25  
Display screen  
messages - telephone operation 15  
DSL Service 10, 37  
Basic operation 11-33  
Batteries 34  
Battery care and maintenance 34  
Before you begin  
Belt clip (optional) 10  
I
4
Installation 5-10  
Important safety instructions 44  
Install Handset Battery  
Internet 10, 37  
5
C
Call Transfer 13  
Call screening/intercept 30  
Caller ID 22-25  
Charge the handset battery  
Check for dial tone 8  
Choose Location  
Clear Message Waiting Alert 13  
Connect Power and  
Telephone Line Cords  
L
Listen to, save &  
E
8
delete messages 29  
Edit a number/name  
stored in speed dial 17  
Edit a number/name  
5
M
Maintenance 42  
Message Waiting 12  
stored in the directory 19  
6
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Move a number/name  
record in the directory 24  
Store a number/  
to the speed dial memory 21  
name in speed dial 16  
Store a number/  
name in the directory 19  
O
Operating range 14  
T
P
Telephone operation 11-15  
Technical Specifications 47  
Telephone directory 19-21  
Temporary tone dialing 13  
To delete your announcement  
27  
To review your  
announcement at any time 27  
Troubleshooting 35-41  
Parts check list  
4
R
Range 14  
Reassign locations in speed dial 18  
Record a memo 30  
Record your announcement 27  
Remote access commands 32  
Replacing the Handset Battery 34  
Review call history 23  
V
S
Voice menu 32  
Set Handset date and time  
Set language mode 8  
9
W
Wall Mounting  
7
Set the dial mode  
8
Warranty statement 42  
Window display 31  
Setting the clock 26  
Setting up your  
answering system 28  
Speed dialing 16-18  
Store a call history  
INDEX  
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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, Oregon.  
Distributed in Canada by VTech Communications Canada, Ltd.; Suite 200, 7671  
Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C.  
Copyright ©2005 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.  
Printed in China.  
91-000415-030-000  
 
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