Vtech 2434 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 follo wing:

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 v entilation. 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 ne ver 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 VT ech 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 a VTech 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 into the product. C.If the product has been exposed to rain or w ater. 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.

13. A void using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be 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.

Important Safety Instructions

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If you have questions about this product, or if you’re having difficulty with setup or op eration, do not return your phone to the store. Call CUST OMER SER VICE at:

1-800-595-9511

In Canada, call

1-800-267-7377

Before You Begin

Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology -

2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones.

About Caller Identification (Caller ID)

This product has a Caller ID with Call Waiting feature that works with service from your local phone service provider.

Caller ID with Call Waiting lets you see who’s calling before you answer the phone, even when you’re on another call.

You may need to change your phone service to use this feature. Contact your phone service provider if:

• You have both Caller ID and Call Waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service)

• You have only Caller ID service, or only Call Waiting service

• You don’t subscribe to any Caller ID or Call Waiting services.

You can use this product with regular Caller ID ser vice, and you can use this product’s other features without subscribing to either Caller ID or combined Caller ID with Call Waiting service.

There are fees for Caller ID services, and they may not be available in all areas. This product can provide information only if both you and the caller are in areas offering

Caller ID service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment.

Parts Check List:

1. Base Unit 2. Handset

3. AC Power Adapter 4. Telephone Line Cord

5. Battery Pack 6. Belt Clip

7. User’s Manual 8. Color Face and Base Plates

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications, Inc at 1-800-595-

9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Ltd at 1-800-267-7377.

Dual Band

transmission combines the best of

Setup

Installation of Battery Pack in Handset

Connecting Power to Base Unit

Choose a location for the Base near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (110v AC) not controlled by a wall switch. Plug the AC power adaptor into the electrical outlet and the DC connector to the jack on the

bottom of the Base Unit.

Follow the steps below:

1. Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation and sliding downward.

2. Align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins, then snap the plug into place.

3. Place the battery pack in the compartment, with the wires in the lower left corner, along the bottom of the pack. Angle the top half of the pack in first, under the 2 claws. Then snap the lower portion of the pack into place. Place the wires uder the guide, located below the battery pack.

4. Replace cover by sliding it up into place.

Charge the Battery Pack

The Handset should be charged initially for 12 hours. Afterwards, a maintenance charge of at least 10 hours is sufficient. Maximum talk time on a full charge is approximately 5 hours. Maximum standby time is 5 days. Look for the charging bull animation on the Handset as it charges.

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Setup

Check for Dial Tone

After the batteries are charged, connect the modular telephone cord between a live phone jack and the jack located on the bottom of the Base Unit. Pick up the Handset and press PHONE. You should hear a dial tone.

Tone/Pulse Selection

Your gz 2434 is preset for tone dialing. See “Telephone Operation” f or details.

CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.

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.

Removable Face Plate and Base Plate

Your gz 2434 comes with additional Handset and Base Plates of various colors. You can interchange these plates to suit your personal tastes and room decor.

Handset Face Plate

Carefully remove the Handset face plate by prying up from the notch at the bottom of the plate. Re-attach by snapping the upper portion of the plate into position first, then snapping the lower portion into position.

Base Plate

Carefully remove the Base plate by prying up from the notches located at the bottom front and back edge of the plate. Align the new Base plate, making sure the antenna passes through the appropriate slot. Secure the plate by snapping it into position.

Remove

Re-attach

Handset Features

Volume Keys

· While on a call, press

to raise or to lower the volume. A double beep will sound then you reach maximum or minimum level.

PHONE/FLASH

· Press PHONE/FLASH

then dial the number to make a call.

· Dial the number (use

to backspace and correct digits), then press PHONE/FLASH to make a call.

· While on a call, when

you receive a Call Waiting alert, press PHONE/FLASH to switch between calls.

· Press PHONE/FLASH

or any key except OFF to answer a call.

SELECT

·Press to select a displayed

function; press to confirm a programming operation.

OFF

·Press this key to end a

call. The OFF key is also used to exit all modes of operation.

PROGRAM

·This key is used to enter

Programming mode.

HOLD

· Press this key to put a

call on hold, press again to release hold.

CHANNEL

· If you experience noise

or interference while on a call, press CHAN to switch to clear channel.

REDIAL/PAUSE

·Press PHONE, then

press REDIAL/PAUSE to call last number dialed (up 32 digits)

-ORPress REDIAL/PAUSE, then press PHONE to call last number dialed. In the idle mode, press REDIAL/PAUSE twice to delete the last number dialed.

Base Features

MESSAGE LED

· Illuminates when a caller

leaves a message in your voice mailbox, see

Message Waiting on page 8

for details.

IN USE/CHARGING Indicator

· Flashes when the

Handset is in use. Flashes in cadence with the inbound ringing. Flashes rapidly when a call is on hold. On steady when the Handset is charging in the Base.

PAGE

· Press to page the

Handset for up to 60 seconds. Press again to cancel, or press OFF on the Handset.

Telephone Operation

Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save

You can select from four traditional Handset ringer styles, six popular pre-programmed melodies, seven user programmable melodies, or turn the ringer off and extend the battery life.

1 Make sure the Handset is off. 2 Press PROG to enter programming mode. 3 Press 4 Press SELECT. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring. 5 Press 6 Press SELECT to choose the displayed ringer setting. Then the Handset will

display, for example:

until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting.

or to select the desired option . You will hear a sample of each ring.

7. Press

or to adjust the volume level.

8. Press SELECT to confirm the volume setting. You’ll hear a long confirmation beep.

See RINGER OPTIONS, on page 15, to learn about all of the exciting custom rings you can program on your

Set Date and Time

gz 2434

You can edit the date and the time by choosing the “DA TE/TIME” mode.

1. Make sure the Handset is off.

2. Press PROG to enter programming mode.

3. Press until the screen displays DATE/TIME.

4. Press SELECT. The current month blinks.

5. Use or to adjust the month, then press SELECT.

6. Repeat step 5 to adjust the day, hour, minute and AM or PM.

7. You’ll hear a long beep to confirm your settings. NOTE: You can choose to set the time manually, or you can allow it to be set automatically with incoming Caller ID information.

Set the Dial Mode (Preset to TONE)

If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery is charged. If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you’ll need to change the dial mode.

1. Make sure the Handset is off.

2. Press PROG to enter programming mode.

3. Press

until the screen displays DIAL MODE : , and the currently selected

mode.

4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.

5. Press

or . The screen displays TONE or PULSE.

6. Press SELECT to save the displayed mode.

Message Waiting

Your

gz 2434

is designed to work with most local and regional telephone service provider is Voice Messaging systems, providing alerts on both the Handset and Base Unit when new messages come in.

Voice Messaging is subscription service, available through most local and regional service providers, for a monthly fee. Contact your local telephone company for more information.

When a caller leaves a message in your v oice mailbox, the MESSA GE light on the Base Unit will illuminate. In addition, the Handset will display:

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alternately

NEW 01 OLD 01

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Telephone Operation

After calling your voicemail service and listening to all new messages, the indicators will be turned off within a few seconds after you complete your call. You can retrieve your voicemail messages from any telephone. If the indicators remain on after all new messages have been reviewed, you can turn them off manually:

1. Make sure the Handset is off.

2. Press PROG to enter programming mode.

3. Press

4. Press SELECT. The screen displays:

or until the screen displays MESSAGES WAITING.

LIGHT OFF? YES

5. Use

Temporary Tone Dialing

If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you can change from dial pulse to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing */T one . This is useful if y ou need to send touch tone signals for access to telephone banking or long-distance services.

1 Dial the number. 2 Press 3 After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to dial pulse (rotary) service.

Operating Range

This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this Handset and Base can communicate over only a certain distance — which can vary with the locations of the Base and Handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office. For best performance, keep the Base antenna fully upright. If you receive a call while you are out of range, the Handset might not ring — or if it does ring, the call might not connect when you press PHONE . Move closer to the Base, then press PHONE to answer the call. If you move out of range during a phone conversation, you might hear noise or interference. To improve reception, move closer to the Base. If you move out of range without pressing OFF, your phone will be left “off the hook.” To hang up properly, walk back into range, periodically pressing OFF .

Display Screen Messages

or to choose YES or NO. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm. If y ou

choose YES, the MESSAGES W AITING animation on the Handset and the

MESSAGE LED on the Base will turn off.

/T one. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals .

Screen Displays: When

** RINGING ** There is a call coming in. CONNECTING... The Handset is waiting for dial tone. PHONE ON The Handset is in use. MESSAGES WAITING You have recieved telephone company voice mail. ** PAGING ** The Base is paging the Handset. HOLD There is a call on hold. BATTERY LOW The battery needs to be recharged.

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