Vtech A200, C200 User Manual

Contents

Getting to know your telephone keypad

Important Safety information 2-3 Setting up your telephone 4-5

Locating the base station, installing the handset batteries, charging the handset.

Making calls 6-7

Pre dial, post dial, call timer, receiving calls, range, hands-free calls, muting, pause.

Caller display 8

To dial a number from the call list, to delete all numbers from the call log, to copy a number from the call list into the phonebook.

Answering system 9-11

Setting up, PIN code, ring delay, emergency number, filtering. Handset(s) modes, remote control. Message display, memory full.

Other handset features 12-13

Redial list, switching the handset on & off, paging the handset(s), belt clip, headset socket. Additional network services, menu system.

Phonebook 14-15

Storing names/numbers. Viewing names, dialling, editing, deleting, languages.

Customising your base unit 16-20

Using handset with different bases, key lock, monitor, base select. Unprotect, PIN protect.The PIN number.

Customising your handset(s) 21-22

Volume, DEL CID, EXT RING, INT RING, LABEL, TONES, TIMER, AUTO ANS.

Additional network services 23

Setting network services, call waiting, answering a waiting call, brokering calls, rejecting a waiting call, making a call enquiry, making 3 way (conference calls).

Additional handsets 24-25

Intercom 26

Working with two or more handsets, making collective calls, receiving external calls when on an intercom call, making an intercom call when on an external call.

Additional base units 27

Connecting to a switchboard.

Troubleshooting 28

Important safety information

This equipment is not designed for making emergency calls in the event of a power failure. Alternative arrangements should be made for access to emergency services.

This product is intended for connection to an analogue PSTN. (Public switched telephone networks) and private switchboards within the United Kingdom.

If you wear a hearing aid you should note the A200/C200 works by transmitting radio waves between base and handset which may cause a humming noise.

People with a heart pacemaker should consult their doctor before using this telephone.

1. Use only VTech approved battery cells (NiCd AA 600 mAh) for the handset. Failure to observe this advice may void the guarantee. The use of incorrect batteries may create a risk of explosion during battery charging.

2. There may be a slight risk that electrical storms could damage the A200/C200. We recommend that the telephone cord and mains plug be removed from your A200/C200 during such weather conditions.

3. The A200/C200 will produce a certain of amount heat during operation. For this reason it is recommended that this equipment in NOT placed in direct contact with antique, veneered or delicate furniture surfaces

4. This equipment is not suitable for use in damp or humid conditions such as bathrooms. Do not expose the equipment or batteries to fire or water.

5. Batteries should NOT be disposed of with normal household waste. Consult your local council or chemist for disposal advice.

6. Do NOT use this equipment in places where volatile or explosive materials may be present.

Important safety information

7. The A200/C200 DECT telephone emits radio signals which

could interfere with other electronic equipment, computers, radio, TV, clock radio alarms etc. A distance of at least 1 metre should be maintained between the A200/C200 base station and other equipment. This will minimise the risk of such interference.

8. Do not clean the A200/C200 with a dry cloth, which may

cause static shock. Use a damp (not wet) cloth. Never spray cleaning fluids directly onto the case.

9. Take care to ensure the power cord is connected to the

correct input socket on the A200/C200 base.

Unpacking

Please check the box contents for completeness. If any parts are missing, return complete box to your supplier.

- A200/C200 handset

- Telephone line cord

- A200/C200 base unit

- Handset batteries (2)

- User guide

- Power adapter

- 2 wall fixing screws & plugs

Note: Keep your proof of purchase to support any guarantee claim.

For your records, write down:

Serial number:

Date of purchase:

Place of purchase :

Setting up your telephone

The base station is supplied with one handset preregistered. The base can accept up to 5 handset registrations. When more than one handset is registered to a base INTERCOM (handset to handset) communication is possible. When 3 or more handsets are registered, two can be on an intercom call with the third on an external call.

Locating the base station.

The position in which you place the base station can have a significant effect upon the range and performance of your A200/C200 DECT telephone. Observe the following points:

• The base must be near to both a telephone socket and a mains electricity socket.

• Avoid placing base too close to large metal objects like filing cabinets, radiators or electrical appliances. This can impair the range.

• The power of the signal depends on the position of the base. The higher the base, the better. An upstairs room near to the centre of the house is preferred.

Buildings with thick internal and external walls of stone or granite may impair the transmission of the signals to and from the base.

Plug the lead from the adapter into the correct socket on the base unit. Plug the power adapter into a convenient 13 AMP power socket. Turn on the mains power. The base is now ready to receive the handset with batteries for charging. Charge for at least 16 hours BEFORE you attempt to connect your telephone to the telephone line.

Telephone linePower supply

Setting up your telephone

Handset batteries

Before you can use your A200/C200 DECT telephone, the handset batteries have to be installed and fully charged. To do this the base station must be connected to the mains electricity supply using the power adapter supplied.

Installing the handset batteries

The handset is powered by two AA size NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) batteries. Install these into the handset ensuring you observe correct polarity (the position of the + and - poles is marked on the case) and fit the battery compartment door. Use only VTech approved rechargeable batteries. Failure to do so could result in batteries exploding whilst being charged.

Charging the handset

Place the handset on the base and leave until the handset batteries are fully charged or for at least 16 hours. The LCD display on the handset will show the progress of the charging cycle via the battery icon on the display. The battery symbol will feature a moving line whilst charging is in progress.

When all the charging cells are visible the battery is almost fully charged. When the battery icon stops flashing, the battery is fully charged and may now be used.

The telephone is now ready for connection to the telephone network.

Warning: Your base must be connected to the electricity supply at ALL times except when the product is not to be used for long periods of time.

Battery low warning

When the charge remaining in the battery is low and charging is required, the battery icon will begin to flash (blink on & off).

In addition a warning beep will be sounded by the handset, even during a call. The beep indicates the handset is about to close down. Place the handset onto the charger or base and ensure the symbol continues to blink to confirm charging is in progress. Refer to the paragraph above for information concerning battery charge level.

Making calls

Pre dial

Allows you to check the dialling number is correct.

1. Key in the required number

2. Press if you enter an incorrect number

3.To end the call, press or replace the handset on the base.

Post dial

Allows you to connect to the network before dialling a number.

1. Press and wait for the dial tone.

2. Dial the number required.

3. To end the call, press or replace the handset on the base.

Call timer

Approximately ten seconds after starting a call, the call timer will begin to count. After the call has ended, the time of the call will remain on the display for five seconds approximately. This feature can be turned off if required. See handset menu section.

Adjusting the earpiece volume during a call

Use the SCROLL UP/DOWN keys to select the desired volume.

Receiving calls

When an incoming call occurs, the base and handset will ring. If Caller Line Identity (CLI) service is available the handset display will show the caller’s number. If the caller’s number is in your quick dial memory, the name is displayed instead of the number.

a. Handset on Base

1. Pick up the handset and the call will be connected automatically.

2. To end the call, press .

b. Handset NOT on base

As above but when picking up handset, press to answer call.

Making calls

Range

If you are on a call and walk out of range of the base unit; the sound quality in the earpiece will degrade, warning beeps will be heard, and the range indicator will flash. Note: On the fringes of the handset range, the range icon may be present on the display, but it is not possible to make or receive calls.

Hands-free calls

Your telephone handset can also make and receive speakerphone calls, allowing group conversations.

To make a speakerphone call:

1. Press .

2. Dial the required number.

3. To end the call, press .

To receive a call in speakerphone mode:

1. Press .

2. To end the call, press .

To switch from a normal call to a speakerphone call

1. Press when the call is connected.

2. Press again to return to a normal call.

Muting your handset microphone during a call

If you wish to prevent the called party hearing you whilst you have a conversation with another person, press .

Press a second time to cancel the mute setting.

Pause

For applications such as telephone banking, it may be necessary to insert a PAUSE into a dialling sequence; press and hold .‘P’ will be shown on the display for each pause.

Caller display

This feature is available only if you subscribe to the Caller display service provided by your network operator.

Caller display allows you to view the caller’s number before you answer a call and to see who has called in your absence. Up to 20 incoming numbers can be stored in the call list. When the list is full, the oldest number will be deleted automatically. If a name and number has been stored in the phonebook memory, the name will be shown when the number calls. When a call is received this symbol will appear on the display and the phone LED will flash on the base unit. When the list is reviewed these prompts will disappear.

1. Press the first name/number on the list will be displayed. If a name is displayed, press to see the number. Press again to see the date and time of a call.

2. Continue to view the list using and .

3. Press to return to standby mode.

4. If the display shows ‘EMPTY’, no calls are stored.

To dial a number from the call list

1. Ensure the required name/number is visible on the display.

2. Press .

To delete all numbers from the call log

1. Enter handset menu and scroll to DEL CID.

2. Press twice.

To copy a number from the call list into the phonebook

1. Store the number in the phonebook memory.

(see Phonebook section, page 14)

2. Use the number edit procedure to add a name.

Answering system

Setting Up

If you have purchased the C200, a digital answering system is available; the system is controlled by the handset(s) and

offers up to twelve minutes of recording time. To access the TAD (Answering System) menu:

Press twice

Press to enter the menu. Use to navigate. Use to confirm. Use to cancel/escape.

The following functions are available within the TAD menu:

1. PIN code: a 3-digits code (000 factory setting) is

provided to stop unauthorised access to the TAD menu. It is recommended that this is changed to a number of your choice as this number is also used to access your answering system when dialling in remotely.

2. Ring delay: Ring delay is used to set the number of rings

heard before the system answers calls. There are two options:

Economy mode (2 rings if new messages are recorded,

4 rings if no new message).

Ring setting ( 2 rings to 7 rings, user selectable).

3. Filtering: a number of settings are available to filter calls. SPK FILT (Speaker filtering). Speaker filtering enables all calls to be listened to on the first registered handset (handset #1). The handset speaker will be turned on when the OGM is played; this call can then be intercepted. When speaker filtering is activated on handset #1, all other handsets cannot answer any call. FUL FILT (Full filtering).Full filtering allows the answering system to receive calls and take messages, but without ringing. CID FLT1. CID Filtering 1 allows user to direct all calls to the answering system which will record messages but not ring EXCEPT one number number selected from the phonebook. CID FLT2. CID Filtering 2 allows all the calls to ring EXCEPT one number from the phonebook that is not allowed and will be directed to the answering system.

4. Emergency number: It is possible to override the call

filters from an outside line. To do so, when OGM starts, press *111. The base will ring for 8 seconds.

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