Vtech BS2425 User Manual

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, 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 reassemb-ling 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 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 lighting.

14.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY TO PERSONS BY BATTERY, READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTONS.

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 the struction manual.

6.Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.

Introduction

The 2425 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. Your 2425 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 4 Handsets. Using additional Handsets, two extensions can be conferenced on a call (2 Handsets and the Base Speakerphone), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call, while two other extensions can be talking internally, using the Intercom feature.

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the 2425 cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.

			Parts Check List

1.	Handset	5.	Belt Clip
2.	Base Unit	6.	Battery Pack
3.	AC Power Adapter	7.	Wall Mounting Bracket
4.	Telephone Line Cord	8.	Owner's Manual

The Handset Layout

1.	Antenna	9.	LCD Display
2.	Message Waiting Indicator	10.	Select
3.	Earpiece	11.	Off (Clear)
4.	Headset Jack (2.5mm)	12.	Battery Compartment
5.	Scroll Keys	13.	Intercom
6.	On (Flash)	14.	Billed Services
7.	Dialing Keys	15.	Microphone

8.Handsfree Speakerphone

Getting Started

Setup

1.Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the base unit.

Installation of Battery Pack in

Handset

Follow the steps below:

1. Remove the battery 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 cover by sliding it upwards.

4. If the new battery pack is not already charged, place the handset in the base unit, or a remote charging stand, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. After initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

Setup

Charging Of Handset Battery Pack

The Handset of your 2425 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:

• 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.

IMPORTANT:

1. Do not dispose of a battery pack in a fire, the cell may explode.

2. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Toxic substances may be released, causing harm to eyes or skin.

3. Exercise care in handling battery packs in order to prevent an accidental short of the charge contacts, potentially causing the battery pack to overheat.

4. Do not dispose of this battery pack into household garbage. Please contact your local, state or municipal recycling organization for information on how to properly dispose of your rechargeable battery pack.

Getting Started

Setup

Connecting to phone line

Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom 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

The TONE/PULSE switch is located on the bottom of the Base Unit, near the telephone jack. It is factory set to TONE. If you have rotary (Pulse) service, set the switch to PULSE.

CAUTION: Use only the power supply provided with your 2425.

IMPORTANT:

For best performance the 2425 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.

Wall Mounting

The Wall Mount bracket is designed for use on standard Wall Mount plates only.

1. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapter with the holes on the bottom of the Base Unit. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place.

2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the bottom of the Base Unit. If the handset battery pack has not been charged previously, place the handset in the base unit cradle, and allow it to charge for 12 hours.

3. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit, and the other end to the wall jack.

4. Mount the base unit on the wall. Position the base unit so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket. Slide base unit down on the mounting studs until it locks into place.

Getting Started

Registration and Operation

Registration And Operation Of The 2425 Accessory Handset

Your 2425 system can operate up to 4 Handsets.

The accessory Handset, model 2422, consists of the following:

The original Handset that is shipped with your 2425 system will be automatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1.

As you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, and finally HANDSET 4.

Whenever a 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.

Setup Of The 2422 Accessory Handset

1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet.

2. Remove the Handset battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward.

3. Place the new battery pack in the Handset, with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment.

4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upward.

5. Place the Handset in the Charge Cradle, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

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Registration and Operation

Enter Base ID Code

1. After charging the Handset, remove it from its Charge Cradle, the screen will display:

2. Press NEW, then enter the 15 digit Base Unit ID code, located on the underside of the Base Unit.

3. Press OK. The Handset will display: PLEASE WAIT!!

4. Wait approximately 15 seconds. The Handset will display:

FOUNDBASE

If the Handset displays: BASE BUSY TRY LATER, this indicates that the system is in use. Wait until the Base Unit is in the idle (on hook) mode, and repeat step 2 to 4.

NOTE: Occasionally, it may take longer than 15 seconds for the Handset to confirm registration to the Base Unit. This is normal.

Congratulations! You can now enjoy the benefits of your multi-Handset system.

Getting Started

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Basic Operation

Handset and Base Indicators

Handset Icons

Icon	Description
	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

Indicates the charge level of the battery pack

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

Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.

Range Extender indicator

EOn steady when an active Handset is in Range Extender mode.

M	Mute indicator
M	On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.

H	Hold indicator
H	On steady when the line is on hold.

R	Handset Registration indicator
R	is displayed when a Handset is either not registered,
	or is searching for a Base unit.

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