Vtech 9141 User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................3
Parts Check List:.................................................................................................................4
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS.........................................................................5
REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERY...........................................................................7
SP ARE BA TTER Y CHARGER............................................................................................8
GETTING ST ARTED ............................................................................................................9
Setting Up Y our VT9141.....................................................................................................9
WALL MOUNTING............................................................................................................10
HANDSET FEA TURES..................................................................................................11
INT .COM/LOW BA TT LED .............................................................................................11
PHONE KEY ................................................................................................................11
TONE/* KEY..................................................................................................................11
HOLD KEY .....................................................................................................................11
PGM KEY .....................................................................................................................11
MEM KEY ..................................................................................................................11
VOLUME SWITCH.........................................................................................................11
CHAN KEY ..................................................................................................................11
HANDSET JACK.........................................................................................................11
OFF KEY.................................................................................................................11
INT .COM KEY..............................................................................................................11
PRV KEY..................................................................................................................11
REDIAL/P AUSE KEY.....................................................................................................11
BASE UNIT FEA TURES................................................................................................12
PRIV ACY KEY ..............................................................................................................12
IN USE LED .............................................................................................................12
POWER LED ................................................................................................................12
FLASH KEY ..............................................................................................................12
REDIAL KEY ...................................................................................................................12
MUTE KEY/LED..........................................................................................................12
HOLD KEY ..................................................................................................................12
MEMORY KEY.................................................................................................................12
SP ARE BA TT LED ..........................................................................................................12
CHARGE LED................................................................................................................12
VOLUME UP KEY......................................................................................................13
VOLUME DOWN KEY....................................................................................................13
TONE/* KEY................................................................................................................13
SPEAKERPHONE KEY ................................................................................................13
SPEAKERPHONE LED ................................................................................................13
INTERCOM KEY/LED ....................................................................................................13
TONE/PLUSE SWITCH.................................................................................................13
RINGER SWITCH..........................................................................................................13
MAKING CALLS..............................................................................................................14
ANSWER A CALL.............................................................................................................15
TO PUT A CALL ON HOLD ...........................................................................................15
THE MUTE FEA TURE....................................................................................................15
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SWITCHING FROM BASE UNIT (SPEAKERPHONE) TO THE HANDSET...........16
SWITCHING FROM HANDSET TO THE BASE UNIT (SPEAKERPHONE)..........16
JOIN A CONVERSA TION...............................................................................................16
PREVENT A THIRD PARTY FROM JOINING YOUR CONVERSA TION...............17
USING THE INTERCOM.................................................................................................17
IF Y OUR PHONE RINGS DURING AN INTERCOM CONVERSATION.................18
USING THE INTERCOM DURING A PHONE CALL.................................................19
TEMPORARY T ONE FEA TURE....................................................................................19
PROGRAMMING THE RINGER TYPE.........................................................................19
TURNING OFF THE RINGERS .....................................................................................20
CHECKING THE RINGER..............................................................................................20
MEMORY DIALING..........................................................................................................20
TO ST ORE A NUMBER INTO MEMOR Y ......................................................................20
TO SPEED DIAL A STORED NUMBER......................................................................21
TO CHANGE OR REPLACE A STORED NUMBER....................................................21
STORING SPECIAL CODES AND PAUSES..............................................................21
USING REDIAL...............................................................................................................22
STORING A REDIAL NUMBER IN MEMOR Y DIAL...................................................22
TONE DEFINITIONS.........................................................................................................22
CHANGING CHANNELS...............................................................................................23
OPTIONAL HEADSET INST ALLATION AND OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS ........23
MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................................25
IN CASE OF DIFFICUL TY ...............................................................................................26
WARRANTY STA TEMENT ...............................................................................................28
FCC AND IC REGULA TIONS..........................................................................................30
TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS....................................................................................33
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have purchased
one of the best performing cordless
telephones on the market! The VT 9141
is a single line 900 MHz cordless phone
with speakerphone & secondary keypad in Base Unit.
The VT 9141 has automatic security
code reset. This means that one of more
than 65 thousand possible digital security codes is randomly selected every time the handset is placed in the
base unit. The handset and base unit
will recognize each other based on this
security code, which minimizes the
chances of another cordless phone using your telephone line. The base unit
stores the current security code and
channel in memory even if the unit is
unplugged.
FEATURES:
10 Number Speed Dial Memory (16-
digit each).
30 Channels of operation.
Automatic Search for Available Chan-
nel.
Manual Channel Change on Hand-
set.
REDIAL feature.
Programmable Ringer Types.
Low Battery Detect and Warning in-
dicator.
Hearing-Aid Compatible Receiver.
Easy answer - when the phone rings
simply press any key on the handset
to answer . Except OFF.
Removable battery pack.
Touch Tone and Pulse Dialing.
Temporary Tone Mode.
Spare battery charger in the Base
Unit.
Handset and speakerphone hold.
Automatic release from hold when
an extension telephone is activated.
Handset and speakerphone volume
control.
Flash.
Ringer switch in base(High-Low-Off).
Three-way conversation between
caller, handset and speakerphone.
Two-way intercom between handset
and base.
2.5mm headset jack in handset.
Belt clip on the handset.
Privacy communication option in two-
way conversation between caller
and handset or caller and speaker-
phone.
Long battery life (4 hours talk time/6
day standby).
This manual is designed to familiarize
you with the VT 9141. To get the most
use out of your VT 9141, we strongly
recommend you read the manual before using your phone.
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INTRODUCTION
Parts Check List:
1. Base unit
2. Handset
3. AC adapter
4. Telephone line cord
5. Battery pack
6. Belt clip
7. Wall mounting bracket
900
MH
Z
CORDLESS
VT9141
REDIAL
PRIVACY
MUTE
MEMORY
HOLD
FLASH
SPARE BATT
CHARGE
IN USE
REQULARY CLEAN CHARGE
CONTACTS WITH AN ERASER
FOR SERVICE CALL VTECH AT
X-XXX-XXX-XXXX
POWER
2
ABC
13
DEF
4
GHI5JKL6MNO
7PQRS 8
TUV9WXYZ
TONE
OPER
0
INTERCOM
SPEAKERPHONE
MIC
VOL
Base Handset
INT.COM/LOW BATT
PHONE
CHAN
FLASH
2ABC13DEF
4GHI 5JKL 6MNO
7PQRS 8TUV 9WXYZ
TONE
OPER
0
HOLD
PRV
PGM
MEM REDIAL
900
CORDLESS
MHz
OFF
INT.COM
PAUSE
Adaptor Telephone Line Cord
Battery Pack
Belt Clip
Wall Mounting Brac ket
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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. If
service or repair work is required,
contact VTech Customer Service at
1-800-595-9511. 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 :
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
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
will often require extensive work
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.
SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The RBRCTM 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 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 batteries
into the trash or municipal waste,which may be illegal
in some areas.
VTech’s partnership with 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.
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corporation.
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REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERY
1. Remove the battery case by press-
ing on the ridged lines and sliding
downward.
2. Discard the old battery pack. Don’t
put the old battery pack in a trash
compactor or a fire - it could burst.
IMPORTANT: Do not dispose of
this battery in household garbage. For information on recycling or proper disposal, consult
your local solid waste collection
or disposal organization.
3. Place the new battery pack in the
battery compartment. Make sure the
metal contacts on the underside of
the battery are aligned with charging contacts in the battery compartment.
cradle of the base unit to allow it to
charge for 16 hours.
CAUTION:To reduce the Risk of
Fire or Injury to Persons, Read
and Follow these Instructions:
1. Use only VTECH battery.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery.
Released electrolyte is corrosive
and may cause damage to the eyes
or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
3. Exercise care in handling batteries
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.
4. Do not dispose of the battery in a
fire. The cell may explode.
+
-
4. The new battery pack must be
charged before using your telephone. Place the handset in the
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SPARE BATTERY CHARGER
Y our VTech VT 9141 is equipped with a
spare battery charger built-in to the
base unit. The spare battery charger
allows you to always have a charged
battery available, should your handset
battery discharge during normal use.
To install the Spare Battery Pack:
1. Open the base unit battery compartment.
2. Place the spare battery pack in the
battery compartment. Make sure the
metal contacts on the underside of
the battery are aligned with charging contacts in battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment
cover.
4. When the battery is installed properly, the spare battery LED on the
base unit will be illuminated.
5. The spare battery will be fully charged
after 24 hrs. Please note that the
spare battery LED will always be illuminated when a spare battery is
installed.
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GETTING STARTED
Setting Up Your VT9141
1. Choose an area near an electrical
outlet and a telephone wall jack.
2. Plug the AC power adapter into an
electrical outlet and the DC connector to the back of the base unit.
NOTE: Connect power to the
base unit before placing the
handset in the cradle.
3. Set the T ONE/PULSE s witch on the
base unit. If you have touch tone
service on your phone line, set the
switch to TONE. If you have rotary
service, set the switch to PULSE.
4. Set the RINGER switch to high, low
or off on the base unit.
5. CHARGE THE HANDSET BA TTER-
IES BEFORE USE. The batteries
recharge automatically whenever
the handset is in the base unit
cradle. The batteries must be
charged for 16 hours before using
your phone for the first time.
6. Connect the telephone line cord. In-
sert one end of the telephone line
cord into the jack at the rear of the
base unit. Plug the other end into a
telephone wall jack. Make sure the
plugs snap securely into place.
7. CHECK FOR A DIAL TONE. After
the batteries are charged, pick up
the handset and press the PHONE
key. The IN USE indicator should
light up, and you should hear a dial
tone. If not, see IN CASE OF DIFFICUL TY.
CAUTION:
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Never install telephone jacks in wet
locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone
wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected
at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
RINGER LEVEL
OFF
LOW
RINGER LEVEL
OFF
LOW
DIAL MODE
PULSE
TONE
HIGH
AC ELECTRICAL
DIAL MODE
HIGH
PULSE
TONE
OUTLET
CAUTION: Use only
the AC adapter
shipped with your VT
9141. This is a Class
2 AC adapter , specifically designed for
TELEPHONE
WALL JACK
use with the VT 9141.
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WALL MOUNTING
The Wall Mount adaptor is designed to
fit on standard Wall Mount plates.
1. Choose a spot near an electrical
outlet and a telephone jack. Y our
phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (120V AC). The power
cord is six feet long; make sure there
is an electrical outlet within reach of
the base. The outlet should not be
controlled by a wall switch. If the
switch is ever turned off, the phone
will not operate.
2. Position the wall mount adapter on
the base. Line up the tabs on the
wall mount adapter with the holes
on the bottom of the base. Snap the
wall mount adapter firmly in place.
wooden
stud
wallboard
3. Mount the base on the wall. Posi-
tion the base so the mounting studs
will fit into the holes on the bottom
of the base. P osition the po wer cord
to extend down the wall the phone
is to be mounted on. Slide the base
down on the mounting studs until it
locks into place.
4. Connect the telephone cord. The
telephone line cord has a snap-in
plug at each end. Insert one of the
plugs into the jack on the bottom of
the base. Insert the other end of the
plug into the wall jack.
5. Connect the power cord. Plug the
DC connector into the DC jack at
the rear of the base unit. Plug the
AC power adaptor into an electrical
outlet.
TONE
DIAL MODE
PULSE
HIGH
LOW
RINGER LEVEL
OFF
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HANDSET FEATURES
INT.COM/LOW
BATT LED
It will illuminate while
*
using Intercom.
It will flash slowly if
*
Handset battery level is
low.
PHONE KEY
*
Press this key to make
a call.
*
Press this key during a
call to flash the line.
TONE/* KEY
*
In TONE dialing mode,
this key is used as a
normal number key.
*
In PULSE dialing mode,
this key is used to switch
to Temporary TONE
dialing mode.
HOLD KEY
When the handset is in
*
use, press this key to
hold the line. To release
the hold mode, press
the PHONE key.
PGM KEY
*
In handset idle mode,
press this key to enter
PROGRAM mode.
MEM KEY
*
Press this key to enter
memory dial mode.
VOLUME SWITCH
Set earpiece volume
to HIGH, MEDIUM or
LOW, depending on
your preference.
INT.COM/LOW BATT
PHONE
FLASH
4GHI 5JKL 6MNO
7PQRS 8TUV 9WXYZ
TONE
HOLD
PGM
900
CORDLESS
CHAN
2ABC13DEF
OPER
0
PRV
MEM REDIAL
MHz
OFF
INT.COM
PAUSE
CHAN KEY
Pressing the CHAN key
*
when the handset is in use
will activate a channel
change to the next free
channel. This is used if you
are experiencing noise or
interference on the current
channel.
HEADSET JACK
Connect a 2.5mm
*
headset to the jack for
hands free operation.
OFF KEY
*
Press this key to exit
all modes.
INT.COM KEY
*
Press this key will ring
the base to establish an
intercom call.
PRV KEY
*
During a call, press the
PRV key to prevent the
base unit (speakerphone)
from joining the
conversation. Press the
PRV key a second time
to cancel PRV mode.
REDIAL/PAUSE KEY
Press this key to dial the last
*
number called on your phone.
*
During Speed Dial
programming, press this key to
insert a 2 second PAUSE in the
dialing sequence.
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