VTech VT20-2420 User Manual

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ACCESSORY HANDSET FOR USE WITH VT20-2431/VT20-2481 MODELS

Introduction

20-2420

ACCESSORY HANDSET EXPAND YOUR GIGAPHONE SYSTEM. YOUR 2-LINE BASE

WILL WORK WITH UP TO 8 HANDSETS!!!

IMPORTANT:

The VT20-2420 is an Accessory Handset for use with either the VT20-2431or VT202481 GIGAPHONE system. You must have one of these 2-Line models in order to use the VT20-2420 Accessory Handset.

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the VT20-2420 Accessory Handset setup, registration and basic functions. For detailed operational instructions, please refer to the VT20-2431 or VT20-2481 User's Manual.

To order additional system Handsets (model# VT20-2420), battery packs, or headsets, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-595-9511.

STOP!!

If you have questions about this product, or if you're having difficulty with setup or operation, do not return your phone to the store. Call our Customer Support Center at:

1-800-595-9511

In Canada, call

1-800-267-7377

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Read and understand all instructions.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

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:

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3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool).

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation 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 to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots 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 a VTech authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance 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 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.

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, because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage.

E.If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.

F.If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting.

14.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC

Customer Service: 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd at 1-800- 267-7377.

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VTech VT20-2420 User Manual

Getting Started

Setup

 

 

Registration And Operation Of The VTECH VT20-2420

Accessory Handset

Your VTECH 2-Line GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 8 Handsets. The VTECH accessory Handset consists of the following:

L1

OFF

L2

FLASH

CLEAR

 

FLASH

1

2 ABC

3

DEF

4 GHI

5 JKL

6

MNO

7 PQRS

8 TUV

9 WXYZ

* TONE

0 OPER

#

 

HANDSFREE

INTERCOM/

 

VOLUME

 

TRANSFER

 

 

2.4GHz

GIGAPHONE

Handset Belt Clip Battery Pack Charger Unit

1

3

5

L1

OFF

L2

FLASH

CLEAR

FLASH

12 ABC 3 DEF

4 GHI

5 JKL

6

MNO

7 PQRS

8 TUV

9 WXYZ

* TONE

0 OPER

#

 

HANDSFREE

INTERCOM/

 

VOLUME

 

TRANSFER

 

 

2.4GHz GIGAPHONE

Setup Of The VT20-2420 Accessory Handset

1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet.

2. Remove the Handset battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward.

3. Place the new battery pack in the Handset, with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment.

4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upward.

5. Place the Handset in the Charge Cradle, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

Installation of Battery Pack in Handset

 

 

Follow the steps below:

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1.

Remove the battery cover by pressing

3

2.

on the indent and sliding downward.

 

Place the new battery pack in the

 

 

 

 

 

handset with the metal contacts

 

 

 

aligned with the charge contacts in

 

 

3.

the battery compartment.

 

 

Replace the battery cover by sliding

 

 

4.

it upwards.

 

 

If the new battery pack is not already

 

 

 

charged, place the handset in the

 

 

 

base unit, or a remote charging

 

 

 

stand, and allow it to charge for 12

 

 

 

hours.

After initial charge, a

 

2

 

maintenance charge of 8 hours

 

 

should be sufficient.

The original Handset that is shipped with you 2-Line GIGAPHONE system will be automatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1.

As you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, HANDSET 4, and so forth.

Whenever a Handset battery pack is installed, the Handset will automatically begin SEARCHING FOR BASE (if previously registered), or it will prompt you to ENTER BASE ID to register the new Handset.

BEFORE USING YOUR HANDSET(S), CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM, COVERING THE DISPLAY.

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5

Registration

Enter Base ID Code

1. After charging the Handset, remove it from its Charge Cradle; the screen will display:

OK

alternating with this screen:

2. If, after charging the Handset, you see:

MENU

3.Press NEW. You will now see the ENTER BASE ID screen as described in step 1.

4.Find the BASE ID Code by doing the following: (the Base must be in idle (OFF) mode)

A.At the Base, press MENU

B.Scroll down to DISPLAY BASE-ID

C.Press OK. The Base screen will display the 15-digit ID Code for approximately 30 seconds. Afterwards, it will return to the idle screen.

5.Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset; then press OK.

6.Wait approximately 15 to 60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the Base

and Handset. The newly registered Handset will now assign itself the lowest handset number not previously assigned to a different system Handset (1 through 8).

7.If the Handset displays REJECTED BY BASE or continues to display SEARCHING FOR BASE for well beyond 60 seconds, try the registration process again by repeating the above steps.

Congratulations! You can now enjoy the benefits of your 2-Line VTECH Multi-Handset system.

The Handset Layout

1

2

3

 

 

 

 

 

9

4

 

 

 

 

10

5

 

 

 

 

11

6

 

 

 

 

 

L1

OFF

L2

12

FLASH

CLEAR

FLASH

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

2 ABC

3 DEF

13

7

 

 

 

 

4 GHI

5 JKL

6 MNO

 

 

 

 

7 PQRS

8 TUV

9 WXYZ

 

 

*

TONE

0 OPER

#

14

8

HANDSFREE

INTERCOM/

VOLUME

15

 

 

 

TRANSFER

 

 

2.4GHz GIGAPHONE

16

1.Antenna

2.Message Waiting Indicator

3.Earpiece

4.Headset Jack (2.5mm)

5.Scroll Keys

6.Line 1 (Flash)

7.Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#)

8.Handsfree Speakerphone

9.LCD Display

10.Select/OK

11.Off (Clear)

12.Line 2 (Flash)

13.Battery Compartment (back of handset)

14.Intercom/Transfer

15.Volume

16.Microphone

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