Vtech 1932 User Manual

PARTS CHECKLIST

1. Handset

2. Base Unit

3. AC Power Adaptor

4. Battery Pack

5. Wall Mounting Bracket

6. Telephone Line Cord

7. Belt Clip

HANDSET

To purchase replacement battery packs,
call VTECH Communications at 1-800­595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH
Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

WALL MOUNTING

BRACKET

BASE UNIT

AC POWER ADAPTOR

TELEPHONE LINE CORD

BATTERY PACK

BELT CLIP

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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS

This equipment complies with Parts 15
and 68 of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules for the United
States. It also complies with regulations
RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and
Science 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.

A label is located on the underside of
the base unit containing either the FCC
registration number and Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC
registration number and Load Number.
You must, upon request, provide this
information to your local telephone
company.

This equipment is compatible with
inductively coupled hearing aids.

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 1­800-267-7377.

For repair/warranty information. The
telephone company may ask you to
disconnect this equipment from the line
network until the problem has been
corrected.

FCC Part 15
Warning: Changes or modifications to

this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliances could
void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

found to comply with part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed 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 and 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
or on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Part 68

The FCC requires that you connect
your cordless telephone to the
nationwide telephone network through
a modular telephone jack (USOC
RJ11C, RJ11W or RJ14).

Your telephone company may
discontinue your service if your
equipment causes harm to the
telephone network. They will notify you
in advance of disconnection, if possible.
During notification, you will be informed
of your right to file a complaint with the
FCC.

The equipment has been tested and

Occasionally, your telephone company

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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS

may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, 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.

If it is determined that your telephone
equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC
requires that it not be used and that it
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 or by others
who may be authorized by the FCC.
For repair procedures, follow the
instructions outlined under the
manufacturer’s Limited Warranty.

This equipment may not be used on
coin service provided by the phone
company or Party Lines.

overloading, The ter mination on
a loop may consist of any
combination of devices
subjected only to the
requirement that the sum of the
REN does not exceed five (5.0)

Notice:The Industry Canada label

identifies certified equipment.
This certification means that the
equipment meets certain
telecommunications network
protective, operational and
safety requirements. The
Department does not guarantee
the equipment will operate to
the user's satisfaction.

The REN is useful in determining the
number of devices you may connect to
your telephone line and still enable the
devices to ring when you receive a call.
The general rule is that the REN value
should not exceed 5.0 total; however,
contact your local telephone company
for the specific number in your area.

IC (Industry Canada)

This telephone is registered for use in
Canada.

Notice:The REN assigned to this device

denotes the number of devices
you may connect to the
telephone loop, which is used
by the device to prevent

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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS

Before installing this equipment, users
should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the
local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using
an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that
compliance with the above conditions
may not prevent degradation of ser­vices in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should
be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by the
supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or
equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to
request the user to disconnect the
equipment.

Users should ensure for their own
protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, tele­phone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected
together. This precaution may be par­ticularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to

make such connections them­selves, but should contact the
appropriate electrical inspec­tion authority, or electrician,
as appropriate.

Your VT 1932 is designed to operate at
the maximum power allowed by the
FCC . This means your handset and
base unit can communicate only over a
certain distance - which will depend on
the location of the base unit and
handset, weather, and the construction
and layout of your home or office.

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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 to
persons, including the following:

1. Read and understand all
instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the product.

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

4. Do not use this product near water,
for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,
in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.

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

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 or covered. The
openings should never 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
unless proper ventilation is
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. Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.

10.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.

11.To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not disassemble this product, but
take it to a qualified service personnel
when some service or repair work is
required. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently
used.

12. Unplug this product from the wall

outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the
following conditions:

A. When the power supply cord plug

is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into the

product.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 and
will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.

E. If the product has been dropped or

the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance.

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

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS BY
BA TTER Y , READ AND FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.

1. Use only the appropriate type and
size battery pack specified in the
instruction manual provided for this
product.

2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in
a fire. The cell may explode. Check
with State and local codes for
possible special disposal
instructions.

3. Do not open or mutilate the battery
pack. Released electrolyte is
corrosive and may cause damage to
the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if
swallowed.

4. Exercise care in handling battery in
order not to short the battery with
conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause
burns.

5. Charge the battery pack provided
with or identified for use with this
product only in accordance with the
instructions and limitations specified
in the instruction manual.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation
between the battery pack and battery
charger.

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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GETTING STARTED

SLIDE IN THE
BATTERY
COVER

• Plug the AC POWER AD APTER into a
live electrical outlet and the DC POWER
CONNECTOR into the back of the Base
Unit.

AC
OUTLET

• Slide the Handset battery cover down,
and remove it from the Handset

PRESS and SLIDE
DOWNWARD

• Install the BATTERY PACK, with the
metal contacts facing down and aligned
with the Handset contacts. Replace
Handset battery cover.

PLACE THE NEW
BATTERY PACK
INTO THE
BA TTER Y
COMP AR TMENT

PLEASE NOTE THE
CORRECT POSITION
OF THE BATTER Y
P A CK WHEN
INST ALLING

.

• Place the Handset into the Base Unit
cradle. Make sure the Charging light is
illuminated.

Charge for at least 16

hours before first using the phone.

The Handset can charge face up or
down.

• 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 mode.

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BASE RINGER
SWITCH

TONE/PULSE SWITCH

GETTING STARTED THE RBRC SEAL

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• After charging the battery pack, con­nect the telephone line cord to a live
telephone outlet and the TEL. LINE
jack, located on the back edge of the
Base Unit.

• If your Base Unit is not connected to a
live telephone outlet, the Handset will
display:

TELEPHONE
WALL JACK

For best results, raise the antenna on the
Base Unit and Handset when using
the phone.

The RBRC Seal on

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the nickel-cadmium
battery contained in
our product 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

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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

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easy for you to drop off the spent battery
at local retailers participating in the

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RBRC program or at authorized VTech
product service centers. Please call

TM

1-800-8-BATTERY

for infor mation 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.

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RBRC is a registered trademark of
Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation.

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WALL MOUNTING

The Wall Mounting bracket is
designed to fit on standard Wall Mount­ing plates

1. 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. The outlet should not
be controlled by a wall switch. If the
switch is ever turned off, the phone
will not operate.

2. Position the wall mount bracket on
the base.

Line up the tabs on the wall mounting
bracket with the holes on the bottom
of the base. Snap the wall mounting
bracket firmly into place.

3. Mount the base on the wall.

Position the base so the mounting
studs will fit into the holes on the
bottom of the base. Position the
power cord to extend down the wall.
Slide the base down on the mounting
studs until it locks into place.

BASE UNIT

WALL MOUNT

WALL

4. Connect the telephone line cord.

Insert one end into the TEL.LINE
jack on the back edge of the base.
Insert the other end into the wall
jack.

5. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical
outlet and the DC connector into the
power jack located on the back of
the Base Unit .

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