VTech 20-2481 User Manual

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. 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 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. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassemb-ling 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 contact Vtech customer

support 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 and will often require extensive work by a VTech

authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

. 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.

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

Introduction

The GIGAPHONE is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. Your GIGAPHONE is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 8 Handsets. Using additional Handsets, several people can be using the cordless system at the same time. Some examples:

* 2 Handsets conferenced on a Line 1 call; while 2 additional Handsets are conferenced on a Line 2 call. * 2 Handsets conferenced on a Line 1 call; while another Handset is in Intercom mode with the Base Unit. * 1 Handset on Line 1; a different Handset in Intercom mode with the Base Unit; 2 additional Handsets are conferenced on Line 2.

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the GIGAPHONE cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.

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

MENU DRIVEN DISPLAYS

The VT20-2431 Handset and Base feature a user-friendly display, making it easy to access the many features of this multi-Handset, cordless system. The three black keys, found directly below the LCD screen, are called soft keys. They are called this because their functions change depending on what you're doing making a call, reviewing Caller ID, adding a name and number to your Phone Book, etc.

For example, when the Handset is in the idle mode, the LCD displays:

In this case, the 3 soft keys access REDIAL, MENU and MEMORY. When the Handset is active, the LCD displays:

In this case, the 3 soft keys access VOLUME, HOLD and MUTE.

Parts Check List

1. Base Unit

2. Handset

3. AC Power Adapter

5. Battery Pack

6. Belt Clip

7. Owner's Manual

4. Telephone Cords

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

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

ABC DEF

OFF

CLEAR

ABC

GHI

JKL

PQRS

TUV

OPER

TONE

HANDSFREE

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

2.4GHz

GIGA

PHON E

Handset

FLASHFLASH

DEF

MNO

WXYZ

VOLUME

Base Unit

JKL MNO

PQRS

WXYZ

TUV

TONE

OPER

AC Power Adapter

Telephone Line cord

Telephone Line Cords

Belt Clip

Battery Pack

OWNER'S MANUAL

Owner's Manual

The Handset Layout

2 3

GHI

PQRS

TONE

HANDSFREE

2.4GHz

OFF

CLEAR

OPER

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

GIGA

FLASHFLASH

ABC

DEF

JKL

MNO

WXYZ

TUV

VOLUME

PHONE

11 12

14 15

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

6 7

The Base Unit Layout

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

ABC DEF

JKL MNO

PQRS

WXYZ

TUV

TONE

OPER

CORDLESSTELEPHONE

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.

DC 7V 900mA

CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY

8L55

IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1)THIS DEVICE MAY

NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE; AND 2) THIS DEVICE MUST

ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE

THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING

THIS PHONE.

REGISTRATION NO.: US: EW7 WI00B80-513700

RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.0B

USOC JACK: RJ11C, RJ14C

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION

COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR PART 68

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

HAC

FCC ID: EW780-5001-00

MODEL : 20-2481

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

CANADA 1135 102 1814A

REN/IES:X.X

IC:RSS/CNRXXX

13 14 15

16 17 18

20 21

1. Message Waiting Indicator (Line1,Line2)

2. Spare Battery Indicator

3. Charge Indicator

4. Charging Contacts

5. Line 1 Key

6. Headset Key

7. Flash

8. Data Jack

9. Line 1 Jack

10. Line 2 Jack

11. DC Connector

12. Headset Jack

13. LCD Display

14. Scroll Keys

15. Select

16. Volume Keys

17. Intercom/Transfer

18. Clear

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

20. Line 2 Key

21. Speakerphone Key

22. Mute

23. Spare Battery Drawer

24. Spare Battery Release

Setup

Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the back of the base unit.

FCC ID: EW780-5001-00

CANADA 1135 102 1814A

REN/IES:X.X

To AC outlet

IC:RSS/CNRXXX

HAC

MODEL : 20-2481

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR PART 68

REGISTRATION NO.: US: EW7 WI00B80-513700

RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.0B

USOC JACK: RJ11C, RJ14C

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION

IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1)THIS DEVICE MAY

NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE; AND 2) THIS DEVICE MUST

ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE

THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING

THIS PHONE.

8L55

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.

DC 7V 900mA

CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY

CORDLESSTELEPHONE

Getting Started

To telephone socket outlet

AC adapter

To telephone jack

Examples of 1-Line and 2-Line Cords

RJ-11 One line cord

RJ-14 2 line cord

Connecting to the telephone lines Your 2-Line GIGAPHONE will work fine even if you only have one telephone line. We recommend connecting the modular telephone cord to the jack labeled LINE 1 / L1 + L2, located on the bottom of the Base Unit. Here are steps for connecting 2 lines:

If you have 2 Lines coming out of a Single Wall Jack: Connect a 4-wire (RJ-14) modular phone cord between the wall jack and the phone jack labeled L1 / L1 + L2.

If you have 2 Lines, each coming out of Separate Wall Jacks: Connect a modular phone cord from the wall jack you want to designate as your LINE 1, to the LINE 1 / L1 + L2 jack on the bottom of the Base Unit. Next, connect a phone cord from the remaining wall jack to the LINE 2 jack on the Base Unit.

Data Port

Your 2-Line GIGAPHONE has a Data Port on the back of the Base Unit. This port provides an easy way to connect your fax machine, laptop computer, modem or other telephone device for direct access to LINE 2.

The Data Port only provides access to Line 2, so you must have an active line connected to the LINE 2 jack on the bottom of the Base Unit. Connect a modular phone cord from the Data Port (look for the small door marked DATA on the back of the Base Unit) to your fax, laptop, etc.

NOTE: While the Data Port is in use, accidental use of Line 2 by a parallel phone, your 20-2431, or a Call Waiting ID alert may interrupt the data transmission.

Installation of Battery Pack in Handset

Follow the steps below:

Getting Started

The original Handset that is shipped with your 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, etc.

1. Remove the battery cover by

pressing on the indent and sliding downward.

2. Place the new battery pack in the

handset with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment.

. Replace the battery cover by

sliding it upwards.

4. 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 maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

Whenever a charged 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. See Registration and Operation for details.

Charging Of Handset Battery Pack

The Handset of your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base Unit.

You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you first receive your phone. You'll know the battery pack needs charging when:

• The low battery message is displayed :

• The handset seems completely dead, the LCD is completely clear and does not activate when you press the keys.

IMPORTANT:

1. Do not dispose of a battery pack in a fire, the cell may explode.

2. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Toxic substances may be released, causing harm to eyes or skin.

3. Exercise care in handling battery packs in order to prevent an accidental short of the charge contacts, potentially causing the battery pack to overheat.

4. Do not dispose of this battery pack into household garbage. Contact your local recycling organization for recommended disposal sites.

Getting Started

Dial Tone

Checking for dial tone

After the battery is charged press a LINE key on the Handset. PHONE ON will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see

In Case of Difficulty.

Getting Started

Tone/Pulse selection

See SELECT TONE/PULSE AT THE BASE UNIT for details.

CAUTION: Use only the Vtech power supply provided with your cordless

phone.

IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:

1. Choose a central location for your Base Unit.

2. Install your Base Unit and Extension Handsets away from electronic equipment, such as personal

computers, television sets and microwave ovens.

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.

5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold.

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

Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function

The GIGAPHONE uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide operational backup in the event of a power failure. With the a fully charged battery pack in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls from the Handset for up to one hour. During Power Backup mode, you will not be able to use the Base Unit.

The spare battery pack can also be used to replace a drained handset battery, ensuring uninterrupted use.

NOTE :

When using the GIGAPHONE during Power Backup mode, audio quality may be compromised due to reduced power availability.

1. Open the spare battery charger by pressing the release button, located on the left-hand side of the Base Unit. A drawer will open to reveal the spare battery compartment.

CORDLESSTELEPHONE

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.

DC 7V 900mA

CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY

8L55

IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1)THIS DEVICE MAY

NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE; AND 2) THIS DEVICE MUST

ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE

THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING

THIS PHONE.

RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.0B

USOC JACK: RJ11C, RJ14C

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION

COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR PART 68

REGISTRATION NO.: US: EW7 WI00B80-513700

MODEL : 20-2481

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

HAC

CANADA 1135 102 1814A

REN/IES:X.X

IC:RSS/CNRXXX

FCC ID: EW780-5001-00

2. Place a battery pack in the drawer with the charge contacts facing up and to the right.

3. Push the drawer closed.

The spare battery takes 24 hours to fully charge a drained battery.

Getting Started

BATTERY

CAUTION: TO

INSTALL THIS

REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,

SIDE UP

USE ONLY VTECH

80-5017-00-00

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

ABC DEF

JKL MNO

PQRS

WXYZ

TUV

TONE

OPER

Registration and Operation

Registration And Operation Of The VTech VT20-2420 Accessory Handset

Your VTech GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 8 Handsets.

Getting Started

The VTECH accessory Handset consists of the following:

OFF

FLASHFLASH

CLEAR

ABC

DEF

GHI

JKL

MNO

PQRS

WXYZ

TUV

OPER

TONE

HANDSFREE

VOLUME

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

2.4GHz

GIGA

PHONE

Handset

Belt Clip

Battery Pack

Charger Unit

Handset Charger

Setup Of The VT20-2420 Accessory Handset

1. Plug the AC power adapter into

an electrical outlet.

2. Remove the Handset battery

OFF

FLASHFLASH

CLEAR

ABC

DEF

GHI

JKL

MNO

PQRS

WXYZ

TUV

OPER

TONE

HANDSFREE

VOLUME

INTERCOM/ TRANSFER

2.4GHz

GIGA

PHONE

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.

Registration and Operation

Enter Base ID Code

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

alternating with this screen:

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

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 the idle screen.

Getting Started

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 MultiHandset system.

Handset Icons

Handset and Base Indicators

Icon

Basic Operation

Description

Line In Use indicator On steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is in use. On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating

which extensions are using the line. For example, 02 indicates that Base (0) and Handset 2 are on a call on Line

1. Intercom indicator

On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For example, 02 indicates that the Base and Handset 2 are on an intercom call.

Battery indicator Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is charging. Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.

Enhanced Mode indicator On steady when active Handset is in Enhanced mode.

Mute indicator On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.

Hold indicator On steady when the line is on hold.

Handset Registration indicator

FF is displayed when a Handset is either not registered, or

is searching for a Base unit.

Handset LEDs

Handset and Base Indicators

LED

Message

Waiting

Base LEDs

LED

Line 1Message Waiting/Line 2 Message Waiting

Line 1 Line 2

Handset Charging

Mute

Speakerphone

Spare Battery

Headset

Description

• Flash to indicate that you have new messages in your voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company.

Description

• Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company.

• Lights when line is being used by the GIGAPHONE system.

• Flashes when another telephone on the same line (parallel extension) is in use or when line is on hold.

• Lights whenever the Handset is placed in the Base Unit charging cradle.

• Lights when Base microphone is muted.

• Lights when Base Speakerphone is in use.

• Lights when a Spare Battery pack is charging in the Base Unit charger.

Lights when the Headset option is in use on the Base Unit.

Basic Operation

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