VTech 9152 User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................4
PARTS CHECK LIST..............................................................................................................4
REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERIES...........................................................................5
GETTING ST ARTED............................................................................................................6
SETTING UP YOUR VT 9152............................................................................................6
WALL MOUNTING............................................................................................................7
HANDSET FEATURES AND KEYS..................................................................................8
Phone/Flash..................................................................................................................8
Off.................................................................................................................................8
Chan.............................................................................................................................8
Prog/Mem.....................................................................................................................8
Redial/Pause.................................................................................................................8
Volume Up/Volume Down..............................................................................................8
Answering Machine......................................................................................................8
In Use/Low Batt LED.....................................................................................................8
BASE UNIT FEATURES AND KEYS................................................................................9
New Message LED.......................................................................................................9
Answer On/Off LED......................................................................................................9
In Use/Charging LED....................................................................................................9
Play/Stop...................................................................................................................... .9
Repeat..........................................................................................................................9
Skip...............................................................................................................................9
Delete...........................................................................................................................9
Page.............................................................................................................................9
Volume..........................................................................................................................9
BASIC OPERA TION.........................................................................................................10
USING YOUR VT 9152 CORDLESS TELEPHONE........................................................10
Making Calls................................................................................................................10
Answering Calls...........................................................................................................10
Handset Volume Control..............................................................................................10
Ending a Call...............................................................................................................10
Redial..........................................................................................................................10
Changing Channels.....................................................................................................10
Tone/Pulse Setting......................................................................................................10
Temporary Tone..........................................................................................................10
Ringer Programming...................................................................................................10
Checking the Ringer....................................................................................................10
Memory Dialing...........................................................................................................11
Programming Speed Dial Numbers............................................................................11
Speed Dialing..............................................................................................................11
To Change or Replace a Speed Dial Number.............................................................11
Storing Pauses in Memory..........................................................................................11
ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION............................................................................12
Introduction.................................................................................................................12
Call Screening from Base Unit....................................................................................12
Call Screening from Handset......................................................................................12
HANDSET LAYOUT FOR ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION.................................13
Key Function...............................................................................................................13
ADV ANCED OPERA TION..............................................................................................14
ANSWERING SYSTEM SETUP......................................................................................14
Set Outgoing Message.........................................................................................14
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Set Security Code.................................................................................................14
Set Day & Time.....................................................................................................14
Set Audible Message Alert....................................................................................14
Set Announce Only...............................................................................................14
Set Base Ringer....................................................................................................15
Set Number of Rings.............................................................................................15
Checking Day and Time........................................................................................15
Recording a Memo................................................................................................15
Turning Your Answering System ON/OFF.............................................................15
Playback of Greetings, Messages and Memos..................,................................16
REMOTE OPERATION OF YOUR VT 9152 ANSWERING SYSTEM.......................17
Remote Commands..............................................................................................17
HEADSET OPERATION............................................................................................18
Belt Clip.................................................................................................................18
Operation..............................................................................................................18
ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION..........................................................................................19
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY.........................................................................................19
LIMITTED WARRANTY STATEMENT........................................................................21
FCC AND IC REGULATIONS...................................................................................23
THE RBRC SEAL...................................................................................................24
MAINTENANCE.........................................................................................................25
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................26
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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 the 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 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Parts Check List:
1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. Wall Mount Bracket
4. Owner’s Manual
5. AC Adaptor
6. Telephone Line Cord
7. Battery Pack
8 . Belt Clip
To purchase replacement battery
packs, call VTECH Communications at
1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call
VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.
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REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERIES
1. Slide the battery cover off by gently
pressing on the recessed area with
a downward motion.
2. Unplug and remove the old battery
pack. Don't put the old battery pack
in a trash compactor or a fire - it
could burst.
3. Plug in the replacement battery
pack. Place the battery pack in the
compartment with the battery cord
resting on top of it.
4. Replace the battery cover by
sliding it into place.
5. The new battery pack must be
charged before using your
telephone. Place the handset in the
cradle of the base unit to allow it to
charge for 16 hours.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only VTECH battery pack.
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.
GETTING STARTED
Recharging the Battery Pack
Your
VT 9152
requires charging. Return the Handset to the Base cradle when:
1. The IN USE/LOW BATT LED is slowly flashing; and/or
2. You hear a
or answer a call.
When fully charged, you will experience up to 5 hours of continuous talk, or up to 6 days of
standby (off the cradle, but not in use).
provides both audible and visual alerts when the battery pack is low and
double beep
while you’re on a call or when y ou press PHONE/FLASH to make
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SETTING UP YOUR
GETTING STARTED
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.
VT 9152
TELEPHONE
WALL JACK
AC ELECTRICAL
OUTLET
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter shipped with your VT 9152. It is specifically designed
NOTE: Connect power to the base unit before placing the handset in the cradle.
3. CHARGE THE HANDSET BATTERY PACK BEFORE USE. The batteries recharge
4. Connect the telephone line cord. Insert one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at
5. CHECK FOR A DIAL TONE. After the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and
for this product.
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.
the rear of the base unit. Plug the other end into a telephone wall jack. Make sure the plugs
snap securely into place.
press the PHONE key. The IN USE indicator should light up, and you should hear a dial
tone. If not, see IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY.
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.
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WALL MOUNTING
1. Choose a spot near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack.Your phone requires a
modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (120V AC). The power cord is six
feet long; mak e 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. Attach the wall mount bracket to the slots located on the underside of the Base Unit.
3. Mount the Base on the wall. Position the wall mount bracket so that the 2 holes in the
bracket are aligned with the wall studs. Position the power and telephone line cords to
extend down the wall to which the phone is to be mounted.
4. Connect the power cord. Plug the DC connector into the DC jack on the bottom of the
Base Unit. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet.
5. Connect the telephone line 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.
wooden
stud
wallboard
GETTING STARTED
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HANDSET FEATURES AND KEYS
GETTING STARTED
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BASE UNIT FEATURES AND KEYS
GETTING STARTED
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