Vtech 2568 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
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 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,
but take it to an authorized service facility. 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.
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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 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 an 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. 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.
VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC
SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd
at 1-800-267-7377.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Enhanced 2.4GHz Te chnology -
of 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 service, 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.
Dual Band
transmission combines the best
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Parts Check List:
1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. AC Power Adaptor
4. Telephone Line Cord
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.
5. Battery Pack
6. Belt Clip
7. Owner’s Manual
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INSTALLATION
Before You Install
1 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 s witch.
2 Install the handset battery.
Use only VTECH battery .
a) Remove battery
compartment
cover by pressing
on the
indentation
and sliding
downward.
b) Align the two holes
c) Place the battery
pack into the
compartment
with the wires in
the lower left
corner, along the
bottom of the
battery pack.
in plug with the
socket pins. Insert
the plug into socket.
d) Replace
cover by
sliding it up
into place.
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INSTALLATION
3 Attach belt clip to the cordless handset (optional).
To attach
NOTE: Install the base unit and spare handset charger away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture.
To remove
Table/Desk Installation
Standard
electrical outlet
Modular
telephone
jack
1 Connect the
telephone
line cord.
2 Connect the
power cord.
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INSTALLATION
4 Charge the handset battery.
Place the handset in the base. Charge the battery for at least 12 hours
the first time.
5 Check for dial tone.
After the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and press
;you should hear a dial tone.
6 Set the dial mode.
If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as
the batteries are charged.
If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you’ll need to change the dial mode.
• Press
• Press or until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the
• Press
• Press to select TONE or PULSE.
• Press
PROG/CHAN
currently selected mode.
SELECT
SELECT
on the handset to enter programming mode.
. The current setting blinks.
, to save the displayed mode.
PHONE
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USING THE TELEZAPPER® FEATURE
General Information
The TeleZapper feature in your VT 2568 is a patented device that helps
you eliminate many of those annoying telemarketing calls.
• The TeleZapper feature in your VT 2568 covers all the telephones
and answering machines connected to that line in your home or
office.
• When you or your answering machine picks up the phone, the
TeleZapper emits a special tone that fools the computer into thinking
your number is disconnected.
• Instead of connecting you to a salesperson, the computer drops
the call and stores your number as disconnected in its database.
• As your number is eliminated from more and more lists, those
annoying computer-generated calls just about stop altogether.
• The TeleZapper won’t interfere with manually dialed calls, or with
answering machines, Caller ID or Call Waiting.
• Once you’ve activated the TeleZapper feature in your VT 2568,
keep in mind that if you answer your telephone and there’s no one
there, the odds are that you just “zapped” a telemarketer. After a
few weeks, you’ll notice that you are receiving fewer and fewer of
these calls.
• The TeleZapper even works with your answering machine to “zap”
telemarketers when you are away or when you prefer not to answer
the phone. When your answering machine picks up a call for you,
the TeleZapper emits its special tone to “zap” the telemarketer.
We recommend that you re-record your message and delay speaking
for a few seconds to allow time for the TeleZapper tone prior to the
start of your recorded message.
Programming Instructions
The TeleZapper feature in your VT 2568 has two levels of privacy to help
“zap” computer dialed telemarketing calls. Your VT 2568 is shipped with
the BASIC level of privacy activated, which will help with the majority of
telemarketing calls. At this level, the TeleZapper feature will emit a single
tone, which is the first of three (3) tones for the disconnected signal. The
ADVANCED lev el of privacy will switch the TeleZapper f eature to all three
tones of the disconnected signal and will “zap” even more telemarketing
calls. Here are instructions to switch from B ASIC to AD VANCED privacy
or to disable the feature.
1 . Press PROG/CHAN, then press until the screen displays TELEZAPPER: ,
and the corrent setting.
2.Press SELECT. The current option is flashing.
3 .Use or to choose BAS, ADV or OFF.
4.Press SELECT to activate the selected option.
NOTE:If you are dialing in Pulse (rotary) mode from another phone sharing
the same line, your TeleZapper feature must be set to either
BASIC or OFF.
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USING THE TELEZAPPER® FEATURE
TeleZapper Q&A:
Q. How does the TeleZapper feature work?
A. The TeleZapper uses the technology of telemarketers’ automatic dialing
equipment against them. When you or your answering machine picks up a
call, the TeleZapper emits a special tone that “fools” the computer into
thinking your number is disconnected. Instead of connecting you to a salesperson,
the computer stores your number as disconnected in its database. Over
time, as your number is removed from more and more databases, you’ll
see a dramatic decrease in the number of annoying telemarketing calls
you receive.
Q. How do I know when I’ve “zapped” a telemarketer?
A. If you answer your telephone and there’s no one there, the odds are that
you just “zapped” a telemarketer. Quite often you will see the caller ID from
such a call is “unavailable.” After a few weeks, you will notice that you
receive fewer and fewer of these calls.
Q. Do I need one for each telephone or telephone jack in my home or
office?
A. No. One VT 2568 with the TeleZapper feature covers ALL telephones
and answering machines connected to the same line (telephone number).
If you have two lines, you need an additional unit for your other line.
Q. Will it interfere with my computer or fax machine?
A. No. The TeleZapper does not interfere with the operation of your computer,
your fax machine or other telecommunications or electronic equipment.
It plays the tone briefly when the line is answered, then goes to “sleep”
waiting for the next call.
Q. Will it interfere with my answering machine?
A. No. This is the best way to use your TeleZapper feature. Let your answering
machine pick up the line, the TeleZapper feature “zaps” the telemarketer,
and you were not bothered at all! You will need to delay your message for
a few seconds to allow the tone to play. A caller who wishes to leave a
message on your answering machine will hear a short tone followed by
your recording.
Q. I have voicemail from the telephone company. Will it work with this?
A. Yes and No. Your telephone must go “off-hook” for the TeleZapper to
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USING THE TELEZAPPER® FEATURE
emit its tone. As long as you pick up a call, the phone goes “off-hook” and
the TeleZapper emits its tone to “zap” telemarketers. If, instead, the telephone
company “answers” your calls through voicemail, your phone does not go
“off-hook” and the TeleZapper cannot emit its tone. The TeleZapper will not
interfere with the normal operation of your voicemail.
Q. Will the TeleZapper “zap” calls from anyone other than telemarketers?
A. The TeleZapper is designed to “zap” calls made by predictive dialer
computers by doing two things: first, by disconnecting predictive-dialed
calls before you can be connected to a live telemarketer, and, second, by
deleting your phone number from telemarketing computer lists. Whether
the TeleZapper will affect computer-dialed calls from other sources depends
on the type of computer equipment and how that equipment is being used.
Therefore, it may also “zap” calls from businesses and organizations that
use predictive dialing systems – not just telemarketers. Many companies
and organizations do not rely entirely on computerized calling systems to
reach you. Most have secondary means in place to contact or notify people
with important information. Furthermore, these organizations can always
contact you by simply dialing your phone number manually. Manually
dialed calls will not be zapped. As such, you can contact businesses and
organizations to determine if they use predictive dialers and, if so, to ask
that your phone number be manually dialed or that alternate means be
used in order to contact you.
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Answer a Call
Press any key
except
OFF
.
TELEPHONE OPERATION
Hold
Press to put a
call on hold.
Press again to
release hold
— OR —
Lift the handset
of an extension.
Make a Call
Press
PHONE
dial the number
— OR —
Dial the number (use
to backspace and
correct digits), then
press
PHONE
, then
to call.
Memory
Press
MEM
to
program and access
names and numbers in
Telephone Memory.
Flash/Call Waiting
Access special
telephone company
subscriber services.
Handset Volume
While on a call,
adjust volume
of what you hear.
Use
SELECT
conjunction with
PROG/CHAN
during Handset
programming.
End a Call
Press
Place handset
programming.
Cancel a page.
Press
PHONE
press
REDIAL/PAUSE
to call last number
dialed (up to 32 digits).
Program / Channel
Switch to a clearer
channel while on a call.
Enter programming mode with
Handset idle(on hook)
Select
in
OFF
— OR —
in base.
Exit
Redial
, then
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TELEPHONE OPERATION
Page/Handset Locator
Press to page the handset for up to
60 seconds. Press again to cancel,
or press
OFF
on handset.
Flashing:
handset is in use
On steadily:
handset is
charging in
base
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TELEPHONE OPERATION
Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save
You can select from four different handset ringer styles, or turn the ringer
off and extend the battery life.
1 Make sure the handset is off.
2 Press
3 Press until the screen displays RINGER:, and the current setting.
4 Press
5 Press or to select 1, 2, 3, 4, or OFF. You will hear a sample
6 Press
T emporary T one Dialing
If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, you can change from dial pulse to
touch tone dialing during a call by pressing *. This is useful if you 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)
PROG/CHAN
SELECT
of each ring.
SELECT
*
. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals.
service.
to enter programming mode.
. The current setting blink.
to choose the displayed ringer setting.
Headset Jack
You can use this telephone hands-free when
you install any VTech 2.5 mm headset,
purchased separately.
Plug the headset into the jack located
on the right side of the handset
(under the small rubber flap).
Do not force the connection,
but make sure the plug
fits securely.
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TELEPHONE OPERATION
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
Move closer to the base, then press
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 the hook.” To hang up properly, walk back into range, periodically
pressing
OFF
.
PHONE
to answer the call.
OFF
, your phone will be left
Display Screen Messages
Screen Displays: When:
Screen Displays: When
RINGING There is a call coming in.
PHONE
.
CONNECTING The handset is waiting for a dial tone.
PHONE ON The handset is in use.
PAGING The base is paging the handset.
HOLD There is a call on hold.
NEEDS RECHARGING The battery needs to be recharged.
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