VTech 5881 User Manual

Introduction

EXPAND YOUR VT5831 OR i 5881 SYSTEMS. YOUR BASE WILL WORK WITH UP TO 6 HANDSETS!!!

IMPORTANT:

The i 5801 is an Accessory Handset for use with the VT5831 or i 5881 systems. You must have one of these Base Units in order to use the i 5801

Accessory Handset.

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5801 Accessory Handset setup, registration and basic functions. For detailed operational instructions, please refer to the VT5831 or i 5881 User's Manual.

To order additional system Handsets (model# i 5801), battery packs, or Headsets, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-595-9511.

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If you have questions about this product, or if you're having difficulty with setup or operation, do not return your phone to the store. Call our Customer Support Center at:

1-800-595-9511 In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377

Important Safety Instructions

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool).

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious 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. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to VTech 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.

Important Safety Instructions

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. 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.

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC

Customer Service: 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Parts Check List

1. Handset

2. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket

3. Belt Clip

Getting Started

4. Handset Charger

5. Software CD-ROM Disc

6. Battery Pack

7. Special Features Guide

8. User's Manual

9. Audio Patch Cable 10 USB Cable

Handset

Users Manual

Charger Wall

Mounting Bracket

Software CD-ROM Disc

Audio Patch Cable

Belt Clip

Battery Pack

Handset Charger

Special Features Guide

USB Cable

The Handset Layout

3 4

1. Antenna

2. Earpiece

3. Headset Jack and Audio Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm)

4. Soft/Select Key

5. On/Flash Key

6. Dialing Keys (0-9, * , #)

7. Speakerphone Key

8. Speakerphone LED

9. Message Waiting /In Use/ Incoming Ringing LED

10. LCD Display

11. 5 -Way Joystick

12. Volume Keys

13. Soft Key

14. Off/Cancel Key

15. Sound Select Key

16. Microphone

17. USB Cable Jack

Getting Started

Setup

Connecting Power to Handset Charger

Because the i 5801 is an accessory Handset to the VT 5831 or i 5881, all you need to do is choose the location for your Handset Charger, and plug in the power supply into an electrical outlet.

Getting Started

Installation and charging of Battery Pack in Handset

Follow the steps below:

1. Remove the 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. Place the Handset in the charger, and allow to charge for at least 12 hours.

5. Please note that the first charging after prolonged storage may yield a lower capacity than normal. However, capacity will be restored after 2 to 3 charging/ discharging cycles.

6. After the first charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours will be sufficient.

Setup

Battery Life

A fully charged battery provides an average talk time of about 8 hours or standby time of 5 days.

NOTE: Talk time and standby time may vary depending on operating conditions.

Battery Indicator

Ten minutes before the battery charge level gets too low to operate the Handset, an empty battery icon will start flashing, five short tones are generated, and a LOW BATTERY message is displayed.·

If you continue to use the Handset without charging or replacing the battery (spare battery purchased separately), the Handset will turn off automatically when the battery charge level is no longer sufficient to power up the Handset, and the call will be dropped.

Charging the Handset Battery Pack

After a low battery indication, place the Handset in the charger, and ensure that the CHARGING light turns on.· With the exception of the first charge, the battery pack is typically charged in 8 hours. NOTE: If you repeatedly get a low battery indication, even after 8 hours of charging, then the battery should be replaced.

As you register additional Handsets to VT5831 or i 5881 system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, HANDSET 4, and so forth.

Whenever a charged Handset battery pack is installed, the Handset will automatically begin Searching For Base... (if previously registered), or it will prompt you to Enter Base ID to register the new Handset.

BEFORE USING YOUR HANDSET(S), CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM, COVERING THE DISPLAY.

Getting Started

Registration

Registering an i 5801 Handset for the first time

After charging, the screen will display:

Find the BASE ID Code by doing the following (Base must

Getting Started

be OFF):

1) At the Base, press MENU.

2) Scroll down to DISPLA Y BASE-ID, then press OK.

3) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a mistake, move the joystick to the left ( ) to backpace or press the right softkey

4) Press OK to complete the registration process.

NOTE: If the Handset, after charging, says “Searching for Base...”, press the NEW soft key. “Enter Base ID” will now be displayed. Follow the steps above.

Wait approximately 15-60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the Base and Handset. The newly registered Handset will now be assigned the lowest extension number not previously assigned to a different system Handset (1 - 6).

If you do not enter the correct digit sequence, you will see “ Invalid Base ID!” and hear an error tone. move the joystick to the left ( ) to backpace or press the right softkey

ID Code.

to erase a character.

to erase a character, and carefully re-enter the Base

NOTE: The 15-digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and characters, such as *. Make sure you carefully enter all 15 digits.

Handset Indicators

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, Handset 2 are on an outside call.

12 indicates that Handset 1 and

1 2 3 4 5 6

Handset Number Indicator

• Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left corner after the Handset has found the Base.

Searching for Base Indicator

• Indicates that the Handset is still searching for the Base.

Intercom Indicator

• On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For example,

Hold indicator

• On steady when the line is on hold.

Mute indicator

• On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.

Ringer Off indicator

•

Battery indicator

• When the Handset is removed from the charger, this lets you know the level of charge in the battery pack, from FULL(

• Cycles (Low, Medium, and Full) when Handset battery is charging.

• Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.

Answering Machine Indicator

• Indicates that the answering machine is answering an incoming call

Note: This is only applicable to the Handset registered with intergrated Base Answering Machine.

02 indicates that the Base and Handset 2 are on intercom call.

is displayed when the ringer is turned off.

) to EMPTY ( ).

Basic Operation

Handset Menu

Phonebook

Joystick Operation

• This Handset is equipped with a 5-way navigation joystick: Left (

In ( ).

• The joystick allows you to access the Handset’s

advanced features and settings.

• Press the joystick in any direction to access the Main Menu when in idle or screen saver mode.

• Press joystick Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), or Down ( ), to navigate though the menu screen.

• Press joystick In ( ) to make a selection. Alternatively, pressing the left softkey in some screens will also allow you to select the highlighted option.

Menu Shortcuts

• When viewing menu options, pressing the corresponding number on the

dialing keypad will automatically go to and select that item.

• For example, in the Main Menu screen, pressing the 1 key will automatically take you to the Intercom menu screen, pressing the 6 key will automatically

Basic Operation

take you to the Settings menu screen.

• Similarly, when viewing a list menu, pressing the corresponding number will automatically select that option, and save it, if necessary. For example, pressing the 2 key when in the Appearance screen will select and save the GREEN option

), Right ( ), Up ( ), Down ( ),and

Main Menu

Press the joystick in or left soft key to display the 6 menu options. Then use the joystick to navigate to the desired menu option for selection. You can also press the dialing key assigned for each icon (see information below for the assigned keys), to activate the menu option.

Intercom (dialing key 1) - talk between Handsets(s) and Base Unit, or use to page the cordless Handset(s).

Phonebook (dialing key 2) - enter and retrieve up to 50 names and phone numbers, along with a distinctive ring and image for each.

Calls Log

the Caller ID data or from the Redial list that accounts for the last 10 dialed phone numbers.

Pictures

download new images into the Handset to be used as your idle screen (wall paper) or assign an image to a specific phonebook directory.

(dialing key 3) - review Caller ID data; select and dial from

(dialing key 4) - choose from the many preset images or

Handset Menu

Sounds & Alerts (dialing key 5) - Record custom sound clips, turn

ringer and vibrate feature on and off, select main ringer tone, turn tones (low battery, keypad, and out-of-range) on and off.

Settings

default settings; change color of the text; register new Handsets; change screen language.

Press the joystick can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so forth on down the menu.

(dialing key 6) - Set the time; adjust screen contrast; reset to

, , or to navigate to the desired menu option. You

Intercom

From Handset to Base

• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the

joystick in or assigned dialing key t o reveal your intercom options, for example:

• With the Base option highlighted, press the joystick

in or press the left soft key. The screen will display:

• The Base will ring, then automatically enter intercom

mode.

• To end the intercom call, press OFF on the

Handset or INTERCOM on the Base.

From Handset to Handset

• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the

joystick in or or press the left soft key.

• Press the joystick or to navigate to the desired

Handset or press the assigned dialing key.

• Press the joystick in or press the left soft key for

confirmation.

• The ringing Handset can respond by pressing ON

or any of the number keys.

• To end an intercom call, press OFF on either Handset.

Calling Handset 2

Basic Operation

Global Page from Handset

• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the joystick

in or press the left soft key.

• Press the joystick or to navigate to GLOBAL

P AGE or press “ ” key.

• Press the joystick in or press the left soft key for

Handset Menu

Performing global page

Phonebook

confirmation.

• Any registered Handset or Base can answer the

global page, thus entering Intercom mode.

• To end the intercom call, press OFF on the Handset

or INTERCOM on the Base.

Phonebook

With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or press the left soft key to reveal the contents of your phonebook. If there are no entries, the screen will display Phonebook is empty. The i 5801 can store up to 50 names/numbers in the phonebook directory, along with a distinctive ring and image for each directory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters, including space, for the name.

When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the digit keys to ‘spell’ the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order:

Basic Operation

Number Key Characters (in order)

1&’,.1 2ABCabc2 3DEFdef3 4GHIghi4 5JKLjkl5 6MNOmno6 7PQRSpqrs7 8TUVtuv8 9 WXYZwxyz9 00

Adding Phonebook Entries

• From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press the joy-

stick in any direction or press the left softkey. The Phonebook icon should be highlighted. Press the joystick in or left soft key again.

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