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 keyexcept
OFF
.
TELEPHONE OPERATION
Hold
Press to put acall on hold.Press again torelease hold— OR —Lift the handsetof an extension.
Make a Call
Press
PHONE
dial the number— OR —Dial the number (use to backspace andcorrect digits), thenpress
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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TELEPHONE MEMORY
This cordless phone can store 10 telephone numbers with names, each up
to 16 digits long in memory locations you assign (0-9).
Note: Press
This cordless phone can store an additional 40 telephone numbers with
names alphabetically in the directory . See TELEPHONE DIRECT ORY f or
instructions.
Store a Number/Name in Memory
1Press
MEM DIAL.
2Press
3Press the key (0-9) for the memory location where you’re storing this
entry. If the selected location is empty, the screen displays
ENTER NAME.
Note: If the location is not empty, the current entry is displayed . Press
exit memory dial mode and start again, or follow the instructions to dial, edit or
erase the current entry .
4Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name
you’re storing with the number. Use to backspace and make
corrections; use to advance and add a space.
OFF
at any time to exit memory dial mode.
PROG/CHAN
MEM
. The screen displays ENTER 0-9.
. Then press until the screen displays
OFF
to
Presses
Dial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6
1
1
2
A B C 2
3
D E F 3
4
G H I 4
5
J K L 5
6
M N O 6
7
P Q R S 7
8
T U V 8
9
W X Y Z 9
0
0
*
*
#
& ’ , - . #
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TELEPHONE MEMORY
5When you finish entering the name, press
The screen displays ENTER NUMBER.
SELECT
or
PROG/CHAN.
6Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make a correction.
Press
REDIAL/PAUSE
—OR—
Press
REDIAL/P AUSE
7 Press
displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting.
SELECT
or
to store a pause in the dialing sequence.
to display the last number dialed from this phone.
PROG/CHAN
to store your entry. The screen
8Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (for Yes) if you wish
the phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a
distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose N (for No) for a
normal ringing pattern.
9Press
SELECT
chose Y in Step 8,a D will be displayed with the directory entry.
or
PROG/CHAN
to confirm your selection. If you
Edit a Number/Name Stored in Memory
1Press
2Press the memory location key of the entry you wish to edit.
3When the screen displays the number you want to edit, press
MEM
SELECT
. The screen displays ENTER 0-9.
. Then press or until EDIT flashes.
DIAL EDITERASE
9735550123
4Press
5Press
6Press or to change the setting . Choose Y (for Yes) if you wish to
7Press SELECT to confirm your selection . If you chose Y in Step 6 ,
SELECT
flashing cursor appears at the end of the name. Use , and the
dial pad keys to edit the name. Press
number. Press
SELECT
DISTINCT RING? and the current setting.
phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive
ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose N (for No) for a normal ringing
pattern .
a D will be displayed with the memory entry .
. The screen displays the name and number . The
SELECT
SELECT
to save the edited information.The screen displays
to move on to edit the Distinctive Ring setting.
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to move on to edit the
TELEPHONE MEMORY
Delete a Number/Name Stored in Memory
1Press
2Press the memory location key of the entry you wish to delete.
3When the screen displays the number you want to delete, press
MEM
. The screen displays ENTER 0-9.
SELECT
DIAL EDIT ERASE
9735550123
.Then press or until ERASE flashes.
4Press
SELECT
number. The current choice flashes.
. The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the
5Press or until YES flashes.
6Press
SELECT
.
Dial a Memory Number
1Press
2Enter the memory location key of the entry you want to dial.
3Press
MEM
. The screen displays ENTER 0-9.
PHONE
to dial the displayed memory number .
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TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
This cordless phone can store 40 telephone numbers with names, each up
to 16 digits long. Entries are stored alphabetically. For consistency with
Caller ID entries, you may wish to enter last names first.
Note: Press
OFF
at any time to exit directory.
Store a Number/Name in the Directory
1Press
2Press
3Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re
Presses
Dial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6
PROG/CHAN
SELECT
storing with the number. Use to backspace and make corrections;
use to advance and add a space.
. The screen displays DIRECTORY.
. The screen displays ENTER NAME.
Presses
Dial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6
1
1
2
A B C 2
3
D E F 3
4
G H I 4
5
J K L 5
6
M N O 6
7
P Q R S 7
8
T U V 8
9
W X Y Z 9
0
0
*
*
#
& ’ , - . #
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TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
4When you finish entering the name, press
The screen displays ENTER NUMBER.
SELECT
or
PROG/CHAN
.
5Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make a
correction. Press
sequence.
—OR—
Press
REDIAL/P AUSE
6Press
RING?
SELECT
and the current setting.
REDIAL/PAUSE
to display the last number dialed from this phone.
or
PROG/CHAN
to store a pause in the dialing
. The screen displays DISTINCT
7Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (for Yes) if you wish the
phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a
distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose N (for No) for a
normal ringing pattern.
8Press
Note:
tone sounds, and you will not be able to store a new number until you delete a
stored number.
SELECT
chose Y in Step 7,a D will be displayed with the directory entry .
When memory is full the screen displays
or
PROG/CHAN
to confirm your selection. If you
MEMORY FULL
, an error
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory
1Press ( ). The screen displays DIRECTORY.
2Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in memory
—OR—
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to edit.
3When the screen displays the number you want to edit, press
SELECT
. Then press or until EDIT flashes.
DIAL EDIT ERASE
9735550123
4Press
5Press
6Press or to change the setting . Choose Y (for Yes) if you wish to
7Press SELECT to confirm your selection . If you chose Y in Step 6 ,
SELECT
cursor appears at the end of the name. Use , and the dial pad
keys to edit the name. Press
Press
SELECT
SELECT
DISTINCT RING? and the current setting.
phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive
ringing pattern after the first ring. Choose N (for No) for a normal ringing
pattern .
a D will be displayed with the memory entry .
. The screen displa ys the name and number . The flashing
SELECT
to move to edit the Distinctive Ring setting.
to save the edited information.The screen displays
to move on to edit the number .
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TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory
1Press ( ). The screen displays DIRECTORY.
2Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in memory
—OR—
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to delete.
3When the screen displays the number you want to delete, press
Then press or until ERASE flashes.
DIAL EDIT ERASE
9735550123
SELECT
.
4Press
number. The current choice flashes.
SELECT
. The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the
5Press or until YES flashes.
6Press
SELECT
. You’ll hear a long beep confirming the deletion.
Dial a Number from the Directory
1Press ( ). The screen displays DIRECTORY.
2Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in
memory
—OR—
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial.
3When the screen displays the number you want to dial, press
Then press or until DIAL flashes.
SELECT .
DIAL EDIT ERASE
9735550123
4Press
—OR—
When the screen displays the number you want to dial , press PHONE .
SELECT
. The phone automatically dials the number.
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CALLER ID OPERATION
Caller’s name
Caller’s
telephone
number
JOHNSON CHARLIE
908-555-1212
5/01 5:40 28
Date of cal
l
Time of call
AM
PM
OLD
Position of call
in call history
About Call History
This phone assigns each incoming call a number from 1 to 99. The most
recent call will have the highest number. When the memor y is full, the
oldest call information is deleted to make room for new incoming call
information.
For each call that comes in, the screen displays the following information
between the first and second rings:
•Your caller’s name (15 letters are sent by y our telephone company)
•The caller’s area code and telephone number
•The time and date of the call
If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen, it will
not be in the call history .
Note: Press
OFF
at any time to exit call history.
Review Call History
The screen displays call information for about 15 seconds after it has
been received and without any keys being pressed.
1Press (CID) to view call history.
2Use and to scroll through records in call history.
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CALLER ID OPERATION
Delete Records from Call History
Delete a Specific Call
1Locate the record you want to delete from call history.
2Press
3Press
4Press or until YES flashes.
5Press
Delete All Calls
1While viewing call history, press
SELECT
DIAL PGMERASE
973-555-0123
5/01 5:40PM OLD 28
SELECT
and the phone number. The current choice flashes.
SELECT
ERASE flashes.
DIAL PGMERASE
973-555-0123
5/01 5:40PMOLD 28
, then press or until ERASE flashes.
. The screen displays ERASE NO YES ALL
. Y ou’ll hear a long beep confirming the deletion.
SELECT
, then press or until
2Press
3Press or until ALL flashes, then press
SELECT
the phone number. The current choice flashes.
displays ERASE ALL NO YES. The current choice flashes.
. The screen displays ERASE NO YES ALL and
SELECT
. The screen
4Press or until YES flashes.
5Press
SELECT
. Y ou will hear a a long beep confirming the deletion.
Dial a Displayed Number
1Locate the record in call history that you want to dial.
2If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press
displays any alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area
code + number; 1 + area code + number; 1+ number; number only).
3Press
SELECT
, then press or until DIAL flashes.
DIAL PGMERASE
973-555-0123
5/01 5:40PMOLD 28
4Press
SELECT
—OR—
When the screen displays the number you want to dial , press PHONE .
.
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#
.The screen
CALLER ID OPERATION
Store a Call History Record in the Directory
1Locate the record in call history you want to store in memory.
2If you wish to change how the number is stored, press
displays any alternate dialing sequences availablefor this call (area
code + number; 1 + area code + number;1+ number; number only).
3Press
SELECT
DIALPGMERASE
973-555-0123
5/01 5:40PM OLD 28
, then press or until PGM flashes.
#
.The screen
4Press
SELECT
editing.
DISTINCTIVE RING?Y
973-555-0123
5/01 5:40PM OLD 28
three times to store the call record in memory without
5Press or to select Y or N for distinctive ring option.
6Press
SELECT
number were stored.
. You’ll hear a beep confirming that the name and
Display Screen Messages
Screen Displays: When:
PRIVATEThe other party is blocking name and/or number
information.
OUT OF AREAYour phone company is unable to receive
information about this caller’s name and/or n umber.
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
AT THE BASE
Audible Indicators
This system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice
confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation.
Setting Date/Time
1.Make sure the answering system is on.
2.Press
3.Press
4.Press
5. Press
6. Press
About Mailboxes
This answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch
tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will be
recorded by pressing 1 ,2 , or 3. All other messages will be recorded in
Mailbox 1.
TIME/SET
nounces;
TIME/SET
SELECT
TIME/SET
SELECT
press
TIME/SET
SELECT
(press and hold
Th esystem announces the current clock setting.
. The system announces the clock setting then an
“To set Date and Time, press TIME/SET
.
until the system announces the correct day, then press
.
until the system announces the correct hour, then
.
until the system announces the correct minutes
SELECT to
advance by 10), then press
.”
TIME/SET
.
About Announcements
•You can record up to two different announcements — one for normal
answering and one for when you’ve set the system to play the announcement
only.
•Use normal answering when you want the system to record callers’
messages. Use Announce Only when you want to give information to
callers without accepting messages.
•If you choose not to record an announcement, the system answers with
a pre-recorded announcement.
•The normal answering pre-recorded announcement says: “Hello. I’m unable to
answer your call right now. Please leave your name, number and a
message after the tone.” The Announce Only pre-recorded announcement
says: “Hello, I’m unable to answer your call right now. Please call again.
Thank you.”
•By setting Announce Only to ON or OFF, you decide which announcement
your callers will hear when the system answers a call (the system comes
set for normal answering , with Announce Only turned off). See “SetAnnounce Only” , located in the Feature Summary chart later in this section, to change your announcement selection.
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
AT THE BASE
Select a
feature setting
Review/change
clock setting
Turn
Answering
System on or
off
System feature
feature to set
Delete outgoing
announcement
,messages
Record outgoing
announcement
,memos
Record Your Announcement
NOTE: If you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, be
sure to tell callers in your announcement to press 1 ,2 , or 3 to leave a
message in the appropriate mailbox.
1Press
2Press
3Press any
MENU
REC/MEMO
beep, speak toward the base to record an announcement up to 90
seconds long.
back your recorded message.
until you hear “
. After you hear “Now recording” followed by a
PLAY/STOP
Set Outgoing Message
button to stop recording. The system plays
.”
Enter
Answering
setup and
choose a
To review your announcement at any time:
1Press
2Press any
To delete your announcement:
Press
pre-recorded announcement until you record a new one.
MENU
DELETE
until you hear “
PLAY/STOP
during announcement playback. The system will use the
Set Outgoing Message
button.
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
AT THE BASE
Setting Up Your Answering System
You can set up one feature at a time, or you can set up a feature and then
move on to set up another feature.
1. Make sure the answering system is on.
2. Press
3. Press
4. Press
Feature Summary
Default settings indicated by * .
System announces: Description/directions:
System announces: Description/directions:
MENU
until the system announces the feature you want to set.
Refer to the “Feature Summary” below for a description of the features
and your choices.
SELECT
MENU
PLAY/STOP
until the system announces the setting you want.
to move on to the ne xt feature or press a
MAIL BOX
button to exit Feature Setup.
“Set Security Code”Use
“50*”
“Set Audible Message Alert”When Message Alert is turned on, the base beeps
Off *once every 10 seconds when new messages
Onhave been received.
“Set Announce Only”When you turn Announce Only On, callers hear
Off *your announcement, but cannot leave a message
On
“Set Base Ringer”Turn the base ringer on or off.
On *
Off
“Set Number of Rings”Choose how many times the phone will ring
2before the system answers a call.
4 *With Toll Saver active, the system answers after two
6rings when you have new message and after
T oll Saverfour rings when you have no new messages.
NOTE:
Y ou can exit F eature Setup at any time by pressing a MAILBOX PLA Y/ST OP button.
SELECT
(press and hold
SELECT
to
advance by 10)to choose the remote access code
you will use to access features and functions of the
answering system from a touch tone phone. You can
select any 2-digit code, from 40 to 99.
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
AT THE BASE
Listen to, Save & Delete Messages
The system automatically saves your messages until you delete them,
and can store approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos, and
announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages).
Before playing a message, the system announces the day and time it was
received. While the message plays, the Message Window displays the
number of the message. After playing the last message in a mailbox, the
system announces “End of messages.” If the system has less than five
minutes of recording time left, it announces remaining time.
Message Window
Press to skip to the
next message; hold to
speed up playback.
Play Messages
Press to play messages
in a mailbox. Press
again to stop playback.
Press to
repeat a
message;
hold to
slow down
playback.
Delete Messages
• To delete a
message in
a mailbox, press
DELETE
when the messages
is playing.
• Press DELETE
then press an
PLAY/STOP
button to delete
all messages
in that
mailbox.
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Adjust Playback
V olume
System beeps
three times at highest
or lowest setting.
• You cannot
delete a
message
until it’s been
reviewed;
deleted
messages cannot
be recovered.
ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
AT THE BASE
Call Screening/Intercept
1Make sure the answering system is on, and set the message playback
volume control above level 1 so you can hear the caller’s message.
2If you decide to take the call, press
3If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the
announcement does not stop right away, press and release the telephone
switchhook.
Record a Memo
You can record a memo up to four minutes long to store as an incoming
message.
1Press and release
2Press a
the beep, speak toward the microphone. The Message Window displays
the length of your memo.
3To stop recording, press the
PLAY/STOP
REC/MEMO
button to select a mailbox for the memo.After
PLAY/STOP
Message Window Display
Window Displays: When:
PHONE
.
on the handset.
button again.
0 No messages in any mailbox
1- 99Total number of messages in all mailboxes, or
0 - 99 FMemory is full, or total number of messages is 99
Counting
99, flashingLength of recording is more than 99 seconds
1 – 8, steady forIndicates volume level selected when VOLUME +
one secondor VOLUME - is pressed
40 – 99Current Remote Access Code while setting
AAnnounce Only mode
ON or OFF, steady for Displayed when any setting is changed from
one secondon or off
CL normal display Clock needs to be set
--System is answering a call or is in remote operation
-- , flashingSystem is in programming mode or initializing
1 to 99Duration of memo recording
current message number during message playback
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
ACCESS FROM A REMOTE LOCATION
Connect with the Answering System
You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone
phone.
1Dial your telephone number.
2When the system answers, enter your Remote Access Code (preset to
50). The system beeps once and then announces the number of new
messages.
3Within two seconds, enter a remote command (see “Remote Access
Commands”).
4Press
Voice Menu
The system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press
* 5
to hear the menu while remotely connected to the answering system.
Remote Access Commands
Function: Command:
* 0
to exit remote operation.
Play messages inPress # , then the appropriate mailbox
a mailboxnumber ( 1 , 2 , or 3 ). The system plays
Repeat a messagePress # 4 while message is playing;
Skip a messagePress # 6 while message is playing;
StopPress
Save messagesHang up.
Delete messagePress
Review announcementPress
Record announcementPress
new messages. If there are no new
messages, the system plays old messages.
each press backs up another message.
each press advances up another message.
# 5
.
# 9
while message is playing.
# 7
then beeps.
press
ment.
; system plays announcement,
* 7
; after beep, record announcement,
# 5
to stop. System plays back announce-
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ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
ACCESS FR OM A REMOTE LOCATION
Remote Access Commands (continued)
Function: Command:
Function: Command:
Record memoPress
whereyou want memo recorded; speak
after beep; press # 5 to exit.
* 8
; then mailbox number
End remote access callPress
T urn system offPress
“Aswering Machine off.” Press
again to turn the system back on.
T urn system onWhen system is off, it answers after 10
rings and announces, “Please enter your
remote access code.” Press # , then
enter your remote access code. Enter
your security code.
NOTE:
seconds , the system will provide the pre-recorded voice menu to help you .
And after the voice menu announded , if with no key pressed within 20
seconds yet , the remote access call will automatically end .
when recording or playing messages or announcements).
During remote access call , if with no key pressed within 10
* 0
.
# 0
; the system announces,
# 0
(other than
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BATTERIES
Charge the Handset Battery Pack
•This battery should remain charged up to six days with the ringer turned
on and up to 10 days with the ringer off. A fully charged battery
provides an average talk time of about 10 hours.
•The battery pack needs charging when:
— A new battery is installed in the handset.
— The phone beeps twice every five seconds.
— The screen displays NEEDS RECHARGING and the low battery icon.
•Place the handset in the base so the CHARGING light turns on.The
battery pack is typically fully charged in 10 hours.
•You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the
base after each use.
•If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight,
the battery should be replaced.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons
or damage to the telephone, read and follow these instructions
carefully:
Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product
only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the
User’s Manual.
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BATTERIES
Replacing the Handset Battery Pack
1Remove the battery compartment cover on the handset by pressing
on the indentation and sliding the cover downward.
2Lift out the old battery pack and disconnect.
3Align the two holes in the new battery pack’s plug with the socket pins,
and snap the plug into place. Place the battery pack in the compartment
with the wires in the lower left corner, along the bottom of the battery
pack.
4Replace the cover by sliding it up into place.
5The new battery pack must be charged before using the phone. Place
the handset in the base and allow it to charge for at least 12 hours
the first charge. The telephone might operate before that, but for best
performance, let the battery pack charge fully.
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IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
If the phone doesn’t work at all, check these items first:
•Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet not controlled
by a wall switch.
•Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit
and the modular jack.
•Make sure the base antenna is fully upright.
•If the handset does not beep when you press
might need charging.
•Make sure the battery pack is installed correctly.
•If you have dial pulse (rotary) service on your phone line, make sure
the dial mode is set to dial pulse (see INSTALLATION).
•Microwave appliances may cause interference with this phone. If you
experience interference, move away from the microwave.
If the above suggestions don’t solve the problem, try
re-initializing the handset and base:
1Disconnect the power to the base.
2Remove the handset battery pack.
3Wait a few minutes.
4Connect the power to the base.
5Insert the handset battery pack.
6Put the handset in the base to re-initialize.
PHONE
, the battery
If you hear a two-beep signal when you try to use the handset:
•You might be out of range. Move closer to the base and try again.
•If moving closer to the base doesn’t help, try following the directions
above for re-initializing the handset and base.
If the phone does not ring when you receive a call:
•Make sure the handset ringer is on.
•Make sure the telephone line cord is connected firmly to the base
and the telephone jack.
•Make sure the AC adapter is plugged firmly into an outlet not controlled
by a wall switch.
•You might be too far from the base; move closer.
•You might have too many extension phones on your telephone line to
allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of them.
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IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
If you hear noise or interference when using the phone:
•Make sure the base antenna is fully upright.
•You may be out of range. Move closer to the base.
•Press and release
available.If noise is exceptionally loud, move closer to the base before
changing channels.
•Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base can
sometimes cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the base
to another outlet.
•Using the handset near household appliances (microwaves,
computers,television, stereos, etc.) can sometimes cause interference.
Move away from appliances while using the handset.
•The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range.
Try moving the base to another location, preferably on an upper floor.
•If the buttons don’t work, try placing the handset in the base for at
least 15 seconds.
If you hear other calls while using your phone:
•Press
•Disconnect the base from the modular jack and plug in a corded telephone.
PROG/CHAN
If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local
service. Call your local telephone service company.
PROG/CHAN
to change to another channel.
to change to another of the 30 channels
If you lose a call after changing channels:
You were probably almost out of range. Move closer to the base before
changing channels. Before placing another call, set the handset in the
base for at least 15 seconds.
If you are unable to operate special telephone services or
other equipment requiring touch tone signals:
If you have dial pulse (rotary) service, follow the directions under
“Temporary Tone Dialing” in the TELEPHONE OPERATION section of
this manual.
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IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
If messages are incomplete:
•If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the
system disconnects the call after four minutes.
•If the caller pauses for more than seven seconds, the system stops
recording and disconnects the call.
•If the system’s memory becomes full during a message, the system
stops recording and disconnects the call.
If you have difficulty hearing messages:
Check the volume setting.
If the system does not answer after the correct number of rings:
•Make sure that the answering system is on.
•If Toll Saver is on, the number of rings changes to two when you have
new messages waiting.
•In some cases, the system may be affected by the ringing system
used by the local telephone company.
•If the memory is full or the system is off, the system answers after 10
rings.
If CL appears in the Message Window:
You need to reset the clock.
If the system does not respond to commands from a remote
touch tone phone:
•Make sure you are calling from a touch tone phone. When you dial a
number, you should hear tones. If you hear clicks instead, the phone is
not a touch tone telephone.
• The answering system may not delect the Remote Access Code while
your announcement is playing. Try waiting until the announcement is
over before entering the code.
•Make sure you enter your Remote Access Code correctly.
•There may be noise or interference on the phone line you are using.
Press keys firmly.
If your outgoing announcement isn’t clear:
•When you record your announcement, make sure you speak in a
normal tone of voice, about nine inches from the base.
•Make sure there is no “background” noise (TV, music, etc.) while you
are recording.
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MAINTENANCE
Taking Care Of Your Telephone
Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must
be treated with care.
Avoid rough treatment
Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to
protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it.
Avoid water
Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset
outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base
Unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Electrical storms
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic
equipment.
For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.
Cleaning your telephone
Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster
for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water
or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used
when you are wet or standing in water. If your Base Unit should fall
into water,DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWERCORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull
the unit out by the unplugged cords.
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
What does this limited warranty cover?
• The manufacturer of this VTECH product, VTECH Communications, warrants to the holder
of a valid proof of purchase ("Consumer" or "you") that the product and all accessories
provided by VTECH in the sales package ("Product") are free from material defects in material
and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used
normally and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only
to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America.
What will VTECH Communications do if the Product is not free from material
defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period
("Materially Defective Product")?
• During the limited warranty period, VTECH's authorized service representative will repair
or replace at VTECH's option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we
repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose
to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the
same or similar design.VTECH will return repaired or replacement products to you in
working condition. VTECH will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair
or raplacement of Product. at VTECH`S option. is your exclusive remedy. you should
expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.
How Long is the limited warranty period ?
• The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE(1)YEAR from the date of
purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product the terms of this limitad
warranty. this limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period
of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you
or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year limited warranty. whichever is longer.
What is not covered by this limited warranty ?
This limited warranty does not cover
1. Product that has been subjected to misuse,accident, shipping or other physical damage
improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect,inundation fire,water,or other
liquid intrusion:or
2. Product that has been damaged due to repair,alteration,or modification by anyone other
than an authorized service representative of VTECH:or
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions network
reliability or cable or antenna systems; or
4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non_VTECH electrical
accessories; or
5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial
numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States,
or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used
for rental purposes ) ;or
7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 6 below); or
8. Charges for installation or set up , adjustment of customer controls. and installation or repair
of systems outside the unit.
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
How do you get warranty service?
• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America. call 1 800-595-
9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling
for service, please check the user's manual, A check of the Product controls
and features may save you a service call.
• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during
transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred
in the transport of Product(s) to the service location . VTECH will return repaired or
replaced product under this limited warranty to you , transportation, delivery or handling
charges prepaid .VTECH assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.
• If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty,or proof of purchase
does not meet the terms of this limited warranty , VTECH will notify you and will
request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity.
you must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of
Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?
you must
1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTECH
service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty:
2. Include "valid proof of purchase" (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased
(Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and
3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.
Other Limitations
• This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTECH.
It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTECH
provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusivelydescribes
all of VTECH's responsibilities regarding the product. There are no other express
warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and
you should not rely on any such modification.
State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose
and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use)
are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
• In no event shall VTECH be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential,
or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to
use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment,
and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS
This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with
regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the
FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC
registration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide
this information to your local telephone company.
This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.
Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact:
VTech Communication Inc
SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics
at 1-800-267-7377.
For repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect
this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.
FCC Part 15
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the
FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS
FCC Part 68
The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the
nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC
RJ11C, RJ11W or RJ14).
Your telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment
causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance
of disconnection, if possible. During notification, you will be informed of
your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Occasionally, your telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the operation of your
equipment. If so, you will be given advance notice of the change to give
you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.
The Base Unit contains no user serviceable parts. The Handset contains
a user replaceable battery pack.
If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the
FCC requires that it not be used and that it be unplugged from the modular
jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone
equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents
or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures,
follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH Limited Warranty.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the phone
company or Party Lines.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to
your telephone line and still enable the devices to ring when you receive a call.
The general rule is that the REN value should not exceed 5.0A total; however,
contact your local telephone company for the specific number in your area.
IC (Industry Canada)
This telephone is registered for use in Canada.
Notice :
The REN assigned to this device denotes the number of devices you may
connect to the telephone loop which is used by the device to prevent overloading
The termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices subjected
only to the requirement that the sum of the REN does not exceed five (5.0)
Notice :
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification
means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network
protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not
guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.
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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The
equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.
The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may
not prevent degradation of services in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by
the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water
pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution :
Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact
the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
Your Vtech cordless telephone is designed to operate at the maximum power
allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can
communicate only over a certain distance - which will depend on the location
of the Base Unit and Handset, weather, and the construction and layout of
your home or office.
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The RBRC Seal
The RBRC Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech
Communications,INC. is voluntarily participating in an industry program
to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives,when
taken out of service within the United States and Canada.
The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium
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batteries into the trash or municipal waste,which may be illegal in your area.
VTech’s participating in the RBRC makes it easy for you to drop off the spent
battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech
product service centers.Please call 1-800-8-BATTERYTM for information on
Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area.VTech’s
involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment
and conserving natural resources.
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Remove the nickel-cadmium battery pack by pressing on the lock knob and sliding
downward as mentioned on this page.
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RBRC is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation.