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 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, 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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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
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Base Unit |
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Belt Clip |
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Handset |
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User’s Manual |
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AC Power Adapter |
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Color Handset and Base Plates |
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Telephone Line Cord |
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Audio Patch Cord |
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Battery Pack |
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To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications Inc. at 1-800-595-
9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
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Handset |
Base Unit |
Color Handset and Base Plates |
AC Power Adapter |
Belt Clip |
Battery Pack |
User’s Manual |
Telephone |
Audio |
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Line Cord |
Patch |
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Getting Started
Setup
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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.
Charge the Battery Pack
Standard electrical outlet
Connect the power cord
Modular |
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telephone jack |
TEL LINE |
Connect the telephone line cord
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:
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Setup
Check for DialTone
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.
Tone/Pulse Selection
Your gz 2436 is preset for tone dialing. See Telephone Operation for details.
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 Units 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 2436 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.
Remove
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.
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Handset Features
Flashes in unison with an incoming call’s ringing.
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(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.
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Dial 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 wait-
ing alert, press this button to take the new call, then press this button 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).
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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.
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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.
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Press 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.
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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.
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MESSAGE Light |
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incoming call’s ringing. |
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Telephone Operation
Set Handset Ringer Style
You can select from four traditional ringers, five musical ringers, two personal ringers, or turn the ringer OFF.
1.Make sure the Handset is OFF.
2.Press PROG to enter programming mode.
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.
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If you want to record personal ringers, please refer to page 18 for details.
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.
1.Make sure the Handset is OFF.
2.Press PROG to enter programming mode.
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.
MessageWaiting
Your gz 2436 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:
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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 MESSAGE LED on the Base will turn off.
TemporaryTone 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.
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
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You have recieved telephone company voice mail. |
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Basic Operation
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Speed Dial
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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.
7. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make a correction. Press RE-
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