VTech GZ 2339 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 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 surface, such as a table, shelf or stand.
The product may fall, causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided
for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be
blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This
product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product
should not be placed in any area 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 in your home, consult
your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where
the cord may have anyone walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset
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 parts of the base or handset
other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product 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 onto 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, as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires
extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been
damaged.
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Important Safety Instructions
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There
is 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.
15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk
mode.
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Before You Begin
Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Dual band transmission combines the best of
2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard
cordless telephones.
Parts Check List
1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. AC Power Adapter
4. Telephone Line Cord
5. Battery
To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call
VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511 (in the United States). In Canada, call
VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
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6. Belt Clip
7. User’s Manuals
8. Color Handset and Base Plates
9. Headset (model gz 2339 only)
Handset
AC Power Adapter
User’s Manual
Base Unit
Telephone
Line Cord
Belt Clip
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Color Handset and Base Plates
Battery
Headset (model
gz 2339 only)
Setup
Getting Started
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Installation of Battery in Handset
1. Align the two holes in the plug with
the socket pins, then snap the plug
into place.
2. Place the battery in the compartment, with the wires in the lower
left corner. Angle the top half of the
battery in first, under the two claws.
Then snap the lower portion of the
battery into place.
3. Replace the handset back cover by
firstly inserting the bottom portion,
then snap the top into place. (See
additional diagrams on page 5.)
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Connecting Power to Base Unit
Choose a location for the base near
an electrical outlet and a telephone
jack.
This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical
outlet (110V AC) not controlled by a
wall switch. Plug the AC power adaptor
into the electrical outlet and the DC
connector to the jack on the bottom
of the base unit.
Modular
telephone jack
Charge the Battery
The handset should be charged initially for 15 hours. Afterwards, a maintenance charge of
10 hours is sufficient. Maximum talk time on a full charged battery is approximately five
hours. Maximum standby time is five days. Look for the charging bull animation on the
handset as it charges:
Standard electrical
outlet
Connect the
power cord
TEL LINE
Connect the
telephone line cord
AM
DC 9V
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Setup
Check for Dial Tone
After the battery is charged, connect the modular telephone cord between a live phone
jack and the jack located on the bottom of the base unit. Pick up the handset and press
ON. You should hear a dial tone.
CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.
IMPORTANT! FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF
YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:
1. Choose a central location for your base unit.
2. Install your base unit and extension handsets away
from electronic equipment, such as personal
computers, television sets and microwave ovens.
3. In locations where there are multiple cordless
telephones, separate base unit as much as possible.
4. Install your telephone equipment away from heat
sources and sunlight.
5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold.
Removable Handset and Base Plates
Your gz 2334 comes with additional handset
and base plates of various colors. You can
interchange these plates to suit your mood or
room decor.
Handset Plate
Carefully remove the handset face and/or
back plate by pressing the button on the top of
the handset, then pulling the plate off. Attach
the new face and/or back plate by snapping
the lower portion, then the upper portion into
position.
NOTE: Ensure the bottom portion of the handset back cover is set into handset before
snapping upper portion of cover into place.
Base Plate
Carefully remove the base plate by pressing the button on the right side of the base unit,
then pulling the plate off. Align the new base plate, making sure the antenna passes
through the appropriate slot. Secure the plate by snapping it into position.
Remove
Re-attach
Getting Started
Remove
Re-attach
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Handset Features
(CID)
• When phone is not in
use, press to display
caller ID information.
• During a call, press to
decrease listening volume. A double beep will
sound when you reach
the lowest setting.
ON/FLASH
• Press this button then
dial the number to make
a call.
-ORDial the number (use
to backspace and correct digits), then press
this button to make a
call.
• Press any key except
OFF to answer a call.
• While on a call, when
you receive a call waiting alert, press this button to take the new call,
then press this button
Basic Operation
again to return to the
first call.
• When phone is in use,
this button will glow
steadily. When a call is
on hold, it will flash.
CHAN/CID DEL
• Switch to a clear channel while on a call.
• While handset is not in
use, press and hold to
delete all records in the
call log. When viewing
the call log, press to
delete the current
record.
PROG
• Press to enter programming mode while the
handset is idle (off).
Flashes in unison with an
incoming call’s ringing.
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• When phone is not in
use, press to display directory entries.
• During a call, press to
increase listening volume. A double beep will
sound when you reach
the highest setting.
SELECT
• Press to store a programming option, or to
store a directory entry.
OFF
• During a call, press to
hang up.
• While the handset is
ringing, press to silence
the ringer.
• During programming,
press to exit without
making changes.
HOLD
• Press to put a call on
hold, press again or
press ON to release
hold.
REDIAL/PAUSE
• Press ON, then press
this button to call the
last number dialed.
-ORPress this button, then
press ON to call the last
number dialed.
• While handset is not in
use, press this button
twice to delete the last
number dialed.
• While dialing or entering numbers into the
directory, press to insert
a four second dialing
pause.
Base Features
Basic Operation
PAGE
Press to page the handset
for up to 60 seconds. Press
again, press OFF, or place
the handset in its base to
cancel the page.
IN USE/CHARGING
Indicator
• Flashes when the
handset is in use.
• Flashes in unison with an
incoming call’s ringing.
• Flashes rapidly when a
call is on hold.
• On steady when the
handset is charging in
the base.
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MESSAGE Light
Flashes when a caller
leaves a message
in your voice mailbox,
see Message Waiting
on page 8 for details.
Telephone Operation
Set Handset Ringer Style
You can select from four traditional ringers, five musical ringers, or turn the ringer OFF.
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.
2. Press PROG.
3. Press until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting.
4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring.
5. Press or to select the desired option. You will hear a sample of each ring.
6. Press SELECT to choose the desired ringer. If you chose a musical ringer or one
of your personal ring tones, the Handset will display, for example:
7. Press or to adjust the volume level.
8 . Press SELECT to confirm the volume setting. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.
Set Date and Time
If you subscribe to caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first
incoming call. If you do not have caller ID service, you can set the date and time manually:
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.
2. Press PROG.
3. Press until the screen displays DATE/TIME.
4. Press SELECT. The current month blinks.
5. Use or to adjust the month, then press SELECT.
6. Repeat step 5 to adjust the day, hour, minute and AM or PM.
7. You’ll hear a beep to confirm your settings.
Set the Dial Mode (Preset to TONE)
If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery is charged.
If you have pulse (rotary) service, you’ll need to change the dial mode.
Basic Operation
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.
2. Press PROG.
3. Press until the screen displays DIAL MODE:, and the currently selected mode.
4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.
5. Press or . The screen displays TONE or PULSE.
6. Press SELECT to save the displayed mode.
You'll hear a beep to comfirm your setting.
Message Waiting
Your gz 2334 is designed to work with most local and regional telephone service provider
voice messaging systems, providing alerts on both the handset and base unit when new
messages are received.
Voice messaging is subscription service, available through most local and regional service
providers, for a monthly fee. Contact your local telephone company for more information.
When a caller leaves a message in your voice mailbox, the MESSAGE light on the base
unit will flash. In addition, the handset will display:
MESSAGES WAITING
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AM
12/28 12:34
AM
alternately
After calling your voicemail service and listening to all new messages, the indicators will be
turned off within a few seconds after you complete your call.
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Telephone Operation
You can retrieve your voicemail messages from any telephone. If the indicators remain on
after all new messages have been reviewed, you can turn them off manually:
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.
2. Press PROG.
3. Press or until the screen displays MESSAGES WAITING.
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays:
LIGHT OFF: YES
5. Use or to choose YES or NO. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm. If you
choose YES, the MESSAGES WAITING animation on the handset and the MES-
SAGE LED on the Base will turn off.
Set Language
You can select English, Spanish or French.
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.
2. Press PROG.
3. Press or until the screen displays LANGUAGE.
LANGUAGE
4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.
5. Press or to select among ENGLISH, ESPANOL or FRENCH. When desired
language displayed, press SELECT or PROG. You will hear a confirmation beep.
Temporary Tone Dialing
If you have pulse (rotary) service, you can change from pulse to touch tone dialing during
a call by pressing TONE. This is useful if you need to send touch tone signals for access
to telephone banking or long distance services.
1. Dial the number.
2. Press TONE. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals.
3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to pulse service.
Operating Range
This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and base can communicate
over only a certain distance — which can vary with the locations of the base and handset,
the weather, and the construction of your home or office.
If you receive a call while you are out of range, the handset might not ring — or if it
does ring, the call might not connect when you press ON. Move closer to the base, then
press ON to answer the call.
If you move out of range during a phone conversation, you might hear noise or
interference. To improve reception, move closer to the base.
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Basic Operation
Telephone Operation
If you move out of range without pressing OFF, your phone will be left off the hook.
To hang up properly, walk back into range, periodically pressing OFF.
Display Screen Messages
Screen Displays: When
** RINGING ** There is a call coming in.
CONNECTING...
PHONE ON The handset is in use.
MESSAGES WAITING You have recieved telephone company voice mail.
** PAGING **
HOLD There is a call on hold.
BATTERY LOW The battery needs to be recharged.
NO CONNECT
SCANNING...
RINGER OFF
The handset is waiting for dial tone.
The base is paging the handset.
Displays and a sad tone sounds when the base power
is off and ON is pressed.
Displays when handset is out of range and an attempt
to dial is failed.
The handset is changing to another of the 30 channels
available.
The ringer is turned off.
Basic Operation
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Speed Dial
You can store as many as nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters and
24 digits in each location) you dial frequently into the speed dial memory locations you
assign in the handset.
NOTES:
1. The entries you store in speed dial memory will be marked 01 through 09 in the
telephone directory.
2. Press OFF at any time to exit speed dial mode.
Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial Memory
1. Press PROG.
2. Press or until the screen displays SPEED DIAL.
3. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.
NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds
and you cannot store a new entry until you delete an entry in the speed dial memory or the
telephone directory.
4. Press the key (1 through 9) for the memory location where you’re storing this entry.
The screen displays ENTER NAME.
NOTE: Take caution when assigning speed dial location numbers in memory. If the location
already has an entry stored, the new entry will be stored over the old and it will be deleted.
Be careful to not save over entries you do not wish to delete from memory.
5. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing with the
number. Use to backspace and make corrections; use to advance and add a space.
6. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays
ENTER NUMBER.
Basic Operation
7. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make a correction. Press REDIAL/PAUSE to store a pause in the dialing sequence.
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