Vtech 2418 User 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 ..........................................................................................1 0
TONE/PULSE Setting.......................................................................................10
Temporary Tone ..............................................................................................10
Programming the Ringer Type ........................................................................10
Turning Off the Ringer ....................................................................................10
Checking the Ringer ........................................................................................11
Memory Dialing ................................................................................................11
Programming Speed Dial Numbers .................................................................11
Speed Number Dialing .....................................................................................1 1
To Change or Replace a Speed Dial Number ...............................................11
Storing Pauses in Memory ..............................................................................12
Using Redial.....................................................................................................12
Storing a Redial Number into Speed Dial .......................................................12
The Page Feature ...........................................................................................12
Additional Information ...................................................................................... 13
Headset Operation ...............................................................................................1 3
Belt Clip............................................................................................................13
Maintenance .........................................................................................................14
In Case Of Difficulty ............................................................................................ 15
Warranty Statement ..............................................................................................17
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations............................................................................2 0
The RBRC® Seal ...................................................................................................23
Technical Specifications .......................................................................................2 4
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
Instructions
Important Safety
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. If service or repair work is
required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. 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:
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 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.
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.
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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Introduction
Parts Check List:
1. Handset
2. Base Unit
3. T elephone Line Cord
4. Battery Pack
5. AC Adapter
6. Belt Clip
7. Owner's Manual
HANDSET
T o purchase replacement battery packs,
call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-
9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics
at 1-800-267-7377.
Introduction
BASE UNIT
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
BELT CLIP
BATTERY PACK
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AC ADAPTER
Handset and Base Layout
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Introduction
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1. Antenna
2. Earpiece
3. IN USE / LOW BATT
4. PHONE(FLASH)
5. REDIAL(PAUSE)
6. Dialing Keys (0--9,*,#)
7. Program
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8. Volume
9. OFF
10. Headset Jack (2.5mm)
11. Channel
12. Memory
13. IN USE / CHARGING LED
14. PAGE
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Setup
Connecting power to Base Unit
Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the
bottom of the Base Unit.
COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR Part 68
FCC REGISTRATION NO.: US:xxxxxxx
RINGER EQUIVALENCE: xx
USOC JACK: RJ11C,RJ11W
MODEL: 2418
MANUFACTURED IN CHINA
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.
Installation of Battery Pack in Handset
Follow the steps below:
1. Remove the battery cover by pressing
2. Place the new battery pack in the
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3. Replace the battery cover by sliding it
4. If the new battery pack is not already
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CANADA XXXXXXXXXX
REN/IES: XXX
IC: RSS/CNR XXX
FCC ID: EWXXX-XXXX-XX
HAC
POWER
JACK
9V DC
TEL. LINE
CORDLESS TELEPHONE
MODEL: 2418
DC 9V 200mA
CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY
on the indent and sliding downward.
Handset with the metal contacts aligned
with the charge contacts in the battery
compartment.
upwards.
charged, place the Handset in the Base
Unit, and allow it to charge for 12 hours.
After the initial charge, a maintenance
charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.
Getting Started
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Setup
CAUTION: T o 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.
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.
Checking for dial tone
After the battery pack is charged, pick up the Handset and press the PHONE key.
The IN USE indicator should light up, and you should hear a dial tone; if not, see IN
CASE OF DIFFICULTY.
Getting Started
Tone/Pulse Selection
See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for details.
CAUTION: Use only the Vtech power supply provided with your VTECH.
IMPORTANT:
For best performance the VT2418 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.
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Wall Mounting
Your VT2418 Base Unit is designed to mount on a standard telephone wall
plate. Wall mounting is optional.
Getting Started
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. The outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch.
If the switch is ever turned off, the phone will not operate.
2. Mount the base on the wall. Position the base so the mounting studs will fit
into the holes at the back of the Base. Position the power cord to extend down
the wall the phone is to be mounted on. Slide the Base down on the mounting
studs until it locks into place.
3. Connect the telephone cord. The telephone line cord has a snap-in plug at
each end. Insert one of the plugs into the jack on the bottom of the Base. Insert
the other end of the plug into the wall phone jack.
4. Connect the power cord. Plug the DC connector into the DC jack at the
bottom of the Base Unit. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet.
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Handset Features
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IN USE/
LOW BATT LED
PHONE /
FLASH KEY
REDIAL /
PAUSE KEY
ONE/ * KEY
PROG KEY
OLUME CONTROL
OFF KEY
CHAN KEY
MEM KEY
IN USE/LOW BATT LED
• The IN USE/LOW BA TT LED lights when
• It flashes in cadence with an incoming
Getting Started
• It flashes quickly during programming
• It flashes slowly when battery is low .
PHONE / FLASH KEY
• Press the PHONE key to make a call.
• If you are currently on a call, pressing
REDIAL / P AUSE KEY
• When you hear the dial tone, pressing
• It can also be used to store the last
• Y ou can store a P AUSE into your dialing
TONE/ * KEY
• In PULSE dialing mode, this key is used
the Handset is on an active call.
ring.
mode.
PHONE flashes the line. This would be
used with call waiting to answer your
second call.
the REDIAL key will dial out the last
number that was called on your phone.
number dialed into the speed dial
memory. See Storing a Redial
Number into Speed Dial for details.
number. See Storing Pauses in
Memory for details.
to switch to Temporary TONE dialing
mode.
PROG KEY
• Press PROG key to enter programming
mode.
VOLUME CONTROL
• Adjust the volume of what you hear
through the Handset.
• While on a call, press the Up or Down
key 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 the OFF key 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 the MEM key to enter memory
mode.
• The sequence for dialing a speed dial
number in memory is: PHONE, MEM,
Number Button (0-9).
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IN USE/CHARGING LED
• The LED illuminates steadily when the
Handset is in the Base cradle to
indicate that the Handset battery is
being charged.
• The LED illuminates whenever the
Handset is being used.
• This LED also flashes in cadence with
the incoming ring.
P AGE KEY
• Press the PAGE key to page the
Handset.
• Press it second time to cancel a page.
• The Base will ring the Handset for 1
minute before ending the page
automatically.
• The Handset can also cancel the page
by pressing the OFF key .
Base Unit Features
IN USE /
CHARGING
LED
PAGE KEY
Getting Started
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