VTech 2408, t 2408 Operating Instructions Manual
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions .......................................................................... 1
Introduction ......................................................................................................... 2
Parts Check List ................................................................................................... 2
Handset and Base Layout .................................................................................... 3
Getting Started .................................................................................................... 4
Setup ..................................................................................................................... 4
Wall Mounting ........................................................................................................ 6
Handset Features ................................................................................................. 7
Base Unit Features ............................................................................................... 8
Basic Operation .................................................................................................. 9
Operating Instructions ........................................................................................... 9
Making Calls ..................................................................................................... 9
Answering Calls ................................................................................................ 9
Disconnecting .................................................................................................... 9
Changing Channels .......................................................................................... 10
TONE/PULSE Setting ....................................................................................... 10
Temporary Tone ..............................................................................................10
Programming Ringer Type ...............................................................................10
Checking Ringer Type ..................................................................................... 10
Memory Dialing ................................................................................................ 11
Programming Speed Dial Numbers ................................................................. 11
Speed Number Dialing ..................................................................................... 11
Change or Replace a Speed Dial Number .....................................................11
Storing Pauses in Memory ..............................................................................11
Using Redial ..................................................................................................... 12
Page Feature ................................................................................................... 12
Additional Information ......................................................................................13
Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 13
In Case Of Difficulty ............................................................................................ 14
Warranty Statement ............................................................................................. 16
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations .......................................................................... 19
The RBRC® Seal .................................................................................................. 22
Technical Specifications ....................................................................................... 23
Important Safety Instructions
1
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 or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, sink or swimming pool).
5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface such as a table, shelf or stand.
The product may fall, causing serious damage.
6. 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. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where
the cord may have anyone walking on it.
9. 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. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.
P arts Check List
1. Handset
2. Base Unit
3. Telephone Line Cord
4. Battery
5. Power Adapter
6. User's Manual
To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on
the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech
Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada,
call VTech Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.
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Introduction
Handset and Base Layout
3
Introduction
1. Antenna
2. Earpiece
3. In Use/Low Batt LED
4. Redial/Pause
5. Phone(Flash)
6. Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#)
7. Chan Key
8. Volume
9. Off
10. Mem Key
11. Prog Key
12. Page
13. In Use/Charge LED
T able/Desk Installation
Connecting power to base unit
Choose a spot near an electrical outlet (110V AC) and a telephone jack not
controlled by a wall switch.
Setup
4
Getting Started
Battery Installation
1. Remove the battery cover by pressing
on the indent and sliding downward.
2. Align the two holes of the plug with the
socket pins and insert the plug. Place
the battery in the compartment with the
wires in the lower right corner. Angle
the top of the battery under the top
claws first, then snap the battery into
place. Tuck the wires under the guide,
located below the battery.
3. Replace the battery cover by sliding it
upward.
4. If the new battery is not already
charged, place the handset in the base
Unit, and allow it to charge for 15 hours.
After the initial charge, a maintenance
charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.
Setup
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only the VTech battery supplied or equivalent.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
3. Exercise care in handling batteries 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.
4. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.
5. If the phone will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to prevent
possible leakage.
Connecting to phone line
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the base unit.
Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack.
NOTE: Before connecting to the phone line, make sure to properly charge the battery.
Checking for dial tone
After the battery is charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE. The IN USE
indicator should light up, and you should hear a dial tone; if not, see IN CASE OF
DIFFICULTY.
CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your VTech
telephone.
5
Getting Started
IMPORTANT! For best performance, your
t 2408 should be installed as follows:
In an elevated location, in the center of the
room with no obstructions nearby.
In a location that is away from other electrical
appliances such as microwave ovens, personal
computers or televisions.
Wall Mounting
6
Getting Started
Your t 2408 base unit is designed to mount on a standard telephone wall plate.
Wall mounting is optional.
1. Open the hinged wall mount bracket on the underside of the base, then
swivel it down and lock it into place as shown in the diagram above.
2. Run the power and telephone cords through the slot, then connect them to
the jacks located on the underside of the base.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. If the battery has not been
previously charged, place the handset in the base, and allow it to charge for
15 hours (or overnight). Connect the telephone line cord to the wall jack.
4. Mount the base on the wall. Position the base unit so the mounting studs will
fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket. Slide the base unit down on the
mounting studs until it locks into place.
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Handset Features
IN USE/LOW B A TT LED
• Lit when the handset is in use.
• Flashes in unison with an
incoming call's ringing.
• Flashes when base is paging
handset.
• Flashes quickly when in
programming mode.
• Flashes slowly when battery is
low.
PHONE/FLASH KEY
• Press PHONE to make
a call.
• If you are currently on
a call, pressing
PHONE flashes the
line. Use this feature
when you're on an
active call and need to
answer a second
incoming call.
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Getting Started
REDIAL/PAUSE KEY
• When you hear the dial
tone, press REDIAL to
dial the last number that
was called on your
phone.
• It can also be used to
store the last number
dialed into the speed dial
memory. See
Programming Speed
Dial Numbers for
details.
• Also used to store a
PAUSE into your dialing
number. See Storing
Pauses in Memory for
details.
TONE/ * KEY
• When in PULSE dial mode,
this key is used to switch to
temporary TONE dialing.
PROG KEY
• Press PROG to enter
programming mode.
VOLUME CONTR OL
• Adjust the volume of what you
hear through the handset.
While on a call, press the up
or down keys to adjust the
listening volume. The
handset will emit a double
beep when the maximum or
minimum volume level has
been reached.
OFF KEY
• Press to exit all modes
of operation.
CHAN KEY
• Pressing the CHAN key when the
handset is in use will activate a
channel change to the next free
channel.
This is used if you are experiencing
noise or interference on the current
channel.
MEM KEY
• Press to enter memory
mode.
• The sequence for dialing
a speed dial number in
memory is: PHONE,
MEM, number button (0-
9).