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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
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.
6. Slots and openings in the Handset and Base Unit are provided for
ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be
blocked by placing the product on a 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 install this product
where the cord might be damaged by anyone walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through holes and slots
in the Handset and Base Unit 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 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.
Important Safety Instructions
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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 lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions
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The 2655 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4 GHz
frequency range.
This manual is designed to familiarize you with the 2655 cordless telephone.
Introduction
IMPORTANT
Please record the Base ID code (BS ID) printed on the underside of the
2655 Base in the space below. Please be certain to include all 15 digits/
characters.
Base ID#
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5. Battery Pack
6. Belt Clip
7. User's Manual
1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. AC Power Adapter
4. Telephone Cord
Handset
Base Unit
Battery Pack
Belt Clip
Telephone Cord
AC Power Adapter
Parts Check List
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The Handset Layout
1. Antenna
2. Message Waiting Indicator
3. Earpiece
4. Headset Jack (2.5mm)
5. Scroll Keys
6. On/Flash
7. Dialing Key (0 - 9, *, #)
8. Handsfree Speakerphone
9. LCD Display
10. Select
11. Off/Clear
12. Intercom
13. Billed Services
14. Microphone
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10
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12
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The Base Unit Layout
Page Key
Charge Indicator
Power Indicator
In Use Indicator
Erase Key
Skip Key
Redial Key
Flash Key
Hold Key
Mute Key
Play Key
Volume Keys
Dialing Keys (0 - 9, *, #)
Speaker Key
Auto Callback Key
3-Way Calling Key
Repeat Dialling Key
Voicemail Key
Charging Contacts
Phone Cord Jack
AC Power Jack
COMPLIES WTH 47 CFR PART 68
REGISTRATION NO.: EW7 CHN-34723-WI-E
RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.0B
USOC JACK: RJ11C/RJ11W
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.
FCC ID: EW780-5001-00
HAC
MODEL : 2652
MANUFACTURED IN CHINA
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To AC outlet
To telephone
jack
To telephone
socket outlet
To AC power
jack
COMPLIES WTH 47 CFR PART 68
REGISTRATION NO.: EW7 CHN-34723-WI-E
RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.0B
USOC JACK: RJ11C/RJ11W
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.
FCC ID: EW780-5001-00
HAC
MODEL : 2652
MANUFACTURED IN CHINA
Setup
Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector
into the back of the Base Unit.
Connecting to phone line
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the Base
Unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack.
Checking for dial tone
After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset. The Phone icon
will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see
In Case of Difficulty.
Tone/Pulse selection
See BASE SETTINGS for details.
CAUTION: Use only the power supply provided with your 2655 Unit.
IMPORTANT:
For best performance the 2655
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.
Getting Started
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Follow the steps below:
1. Remove battery compartment
cover by pressing on the indent
and sliding downward.
2. Place the new battery pack in
the Handset with the metal
contacts aligned with the charge
contacts in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery
compartment cover by sliding it
upwards.
4. If the new battery pack is not
already charged, place the
Handset in the Base Unit, or a
charging stand, and allow it to
charge for 10-12 hours. After
initial charge, a maintenance
charge of 8 hours should be
sufficient.
Installation of Battery Pack in Handset
Getting Started
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Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function
CAUTION: TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,
USE ONLY VTECH
80-5017-00-00
CAUTION: TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,
USE ONLY VTECH
80-5017-00-00
BATTERY
INSTALL
THIS
SIDE UP
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CAUTION: TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,
USE ONLY VTECH
80-5017-00-00
CAUTION: TO
REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,
USE ONLY VTECH
80-5017-00-00
BATTERY
INSTALL
THIS
SIDE UP
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COMPLIES WTH 47 CFR PART 68
REGISTRATION NO.: EW7 CHN-34723-WI-E
RINGER EQUIVALENCE: 0.0B
USOC JACK: RJ11C/RJ11W
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.
FCC ID: EW780-5001-00
HAC
MODEL : 2652
MANUFACTURED IN CHINA
1. Open the spare battery charger
by pressing the release button,
located on the right-hand side
of the Base Unit. A drawer will
open to reveal the spare battery
compartment.
2. Place a battery pack in the
drawer with the charge contacts
facing up and to the left.
3. Push the drawer closed.
The spare battery takes 24 hours to
fully charge a drained battery.
Getting Started
The 2655 can use the spare battery in the Base Unit to provide operational
backup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery pack in
the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls from
the Handset for up to 3 hours.
The spare battery pack can also be used to replace a drained Handset battery,
ensuring uninterrupted use.
A spare battery can be purchased from most retail stores that carry
electronic equipment.
NOTE:
When using the 2655 during Power Backup mode, audio quality may be
compromised due to reduced Power availability. The Base Unit can't be used
when in power backup mode.
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Getting Started
Charging Of Handset Battery Pack
The Handset of your 2655 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable
battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base
Unit.
You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you first receive
your phone. You'll know the battery pack needs charging when:
CAUTION: to reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by
battery, read and follow these instructions.
1. Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the
instruction manual provided for this product.
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check
with State and local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive
and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling battery 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.
5. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this
product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified
in theinstruction manual.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery
charger.
• The low battery message is
displayed:
• The Handset seems completely
dead, the LCD is completely
clear and does not activate
when you press the keys.
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Handset Icons
Icon
Description
Line In Use indicator
On steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is
in use.
On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which
extensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates
that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call.
Intercom indicator
On steady with the extension numbers currently on an
intercom call. For example, 02 indicates that the Base and
Handset 2 are on an intercom call.
Battery indicator
Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is
charging.
Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.
Mute indicator
On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.
Hold indicator
On steady when the line is on hold.
Range Extender indicator
On steady when the Range Extender is on.
Handset Registration indicator
is displayed when a Handset is either not registered, or
is searching for a Base Unit.
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Handset and Base Indicators
Basic Operation
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Handset LEDs
LED
Message
Waiting
Base LEDs
LED
VOICEMAIL
Power
In Use
Charge
Mute
Speaker
Description
• Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your
voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your
local telephone company.
Description
• Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your
voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your
local telephone company.
• Lights when Base unit is receiving power from wall outlet.
• Flashes when unit is in Power Backup mode.
• Lights when line is being used by any Handset of the 2655
system.
• Flashes when another telephone on the same line
(parallel extension) is in use.
• Flashes following ringing cadence while the phone is ringing.
• Lights whenever the Handset is placed in the Base Unit
charging cradle.
• Flashes briefly when put a spare battery in the spare
battery compartment.
• Lights when Base microphone is muted.
• Flashes when HOLD function is activated.
• Lights when Base speaker is in use.
Handset and Base Indicators
Basic Operation
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The 2655 has an advanced design
that uses a menu structure and soft
keys to access all of the built-in
features.
Example of the idle mode display:
Soft Menu Functions
RDL (Redial)
Press RDL to display the last 5 telephone numbers dialed. The number on
top line is the most recent number dialed.
• Use the
scroll keys to select the desired number.
• To dial the number, you can simply press the ON or HANDSFREE key.
To Save Redial to Memory:
Use the scroll keys to select the desired number. Then press SELECT. Press
SAVE. Use the steps from 3 to 5 of To Store a Number/Name.
To Erase Redial:
Use the scroll keys to select the desired number. Then press SELECT. Press
ERASE.
MENU
With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press the MENU key to access the
following options:
• CALLS LOG (CALLER ID)
• NAME AND NUMBER ANNOUNCE
• HANDSET SETTINGS
• RANGE EXTENDER
• TONE/PULSE
• REGISTER (Both Handsets previously registered to the Base Unit at the
factory.)
• VOICEMAIL SETUP
Use the
scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK.
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From the idle (OFF) mode, press
MENU, use the
scroll
keys to select CALLS LOG, then press
OK. The Caller ID information of the
most recently received call will be
displayed.
To scroll to other records, use the
scroll keys.
To dial the number displayed, you can
simply press the ON or HANDSFREE
key.
You can also press the CID key to
access the following options (DEL,
OPT#, SAVE):
Calls Log (Caller ID)
DEL: Select this option to delete THIS or ALL records in Caller ID memory.
OPT#: Select this option to display up to four possible dialing strings of
the number stored in Caller ID memory. If a number is provided in
the Caller ID data, the possible options to choose from will be either
7, 8, 10, or 11 digits. For example, if the original number in Caller
ID menory was 808-880-8808, then the display options will be:
Use the
keys to make selection, and
then press DIAL, ON or
HANDSFREE to dial the
number.
123-4567
1-123-4567
555-123-4567
1-555-123-4567
SAVE: Select this option to save the displayed Caller ID record into
Phonebook Memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone
numbers can be saved into Phonebook Memory. If you need to
modify the number after saving, see To Edit a Name or a Number.
Caller ID - Call Waiting ID
Your 2655 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling
before you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying Caller ID
information in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting Caller ID).
With Call Waiting Caller ID, the Caller ID data is displayed so you can decide whether
to answer the incoming call, or continue with your current conversation.
NOTES ABOUT CALLER ID & CALL WAITING CALLER ID
These are subscription services, provided by most regional telephone service
providers. You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits of these
features. If you do not subscribe to Caller ID services, you can still use
your 2655 and the other features it offers.
Due to regional incompatibilities, Caller ID information may not be available
for every call you receive. In addition, the calling party may intentionally
block their name and phone number from being sent.
Basic Operation
555-123-4567
555-123-4567