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Introduction
EXPAND YOUR i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 OR i 5867 SYSTEMS. YOUR BASE
WILL WORK WITH UP TO 8 HANDSETS!!!
IMPORTANT:
Your i 5803 is an Accessory Handset for use with the i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 OR
i 5867 systems. You must have one of these Base Units in order to use the i 5803
Accessory Handset.
This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5803 Accessory Handset setup,
registration and basic functions. For detailed operational instructions, please refer
to the i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 OR i 5867 User's Manual.
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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, 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.
WARNING: To insure your safety from possible electric shock,
closed VTech Audio Patch Cable to record custom ring tones. Do NOT leave the
Audio Patch Cable attached to the Handset while charging in its cradle.
only use the en-
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Parts Check List
1. Handset
2. Belt Clip
3. Handset Charger
To purchase replacement battery cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-
9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunication Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
Getting Started
Note: Use only VTech batteries P/N 80-5461-00-00 or equivalent AA NiMH rechargeable
batteries.
Battery Cells
Handset
Belt Clip
Special Features
Guide
4. Battery Cells
5. User's Manual
6. Special Features Guide
7. Audio Patch Cable
Charger
Users Manual
Image Editor
Software
USB Cabel
4
Audio Patch Cable
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The Handset Layout
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Getting Started
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9
10
3
4
5
11
12
13
6
7
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1. Antenna
2. Earpiece
3. Headset Jack and Audio
Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm)
4. Soft/Select Key
5. On/Flash Key
6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)
7. Speakerphone Key
8. In Use/ Incoming Ringing/
Message LED
9. LCD Display
10. Navigation Key (NavKey)
11. Volume Keys
12. Softkey
13. Off/Cancel Key
14. Sound Select Key
15. Microphone
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Setup
Connecting Power to Handset Charger
Because the i 5803 is an accessory Handset to the i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 or
i 5867, all you need to do is choose the location for your Handset Charger
and plug in the power supply into an electrical outlet.
Getting Started
Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset
1. Remove the battery compartment cover
and place the new battery cells in the
Handset with the positive and negative
poles aligned in the battery
compartment.
2. Replace the battery cover by sliding it
upwards.
3. If the new battery cells are not already
charged, place the Handset in its
Charger or Base Unit, and allow it to
charge for 12 hours. After initial charge,
a maintenance charge of 8 hours should
be sufficient.
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Battery Life
Fully charged battery cells provide an average talk time of about 8 hours or
standby time of 5 days.
NOTE: Talk time and standb y time ma y v ary depending on operating conditions.
Battery Indicator
Ten minutes bef ore the battery charge level gets too lo w to operate the Handset,
an empty battery icon will start flashing, five short tones will sound, and a LOW
BATTERY message is displayed.
If you continue to use the Handset without charging or replacing the battery
cells (spare battery cells purchased separately), the Handset will turn off automatically when the battery charge level is no longer sufficient to power up the
Handset, and the call will be dropped.
Charging the Handset Battery Cells
After a low battery indication, place the Handset in the charger, and ensure that
the CHARGING light turns on. With the exception of the first charge, the battery
cells are typically charged in 8 hours.
NOTE: If you repeatedly get a low battery cells indication, even after 8 hours of
charging, then the battery should be replaced.
As you register additional Handsets to your i 5853, i5857, i5866 or i 5867
system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order:
HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, HANDSET 4, and so forth.
Whenever a charged Handset battery cells are 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.
BEFORE USING YOUR HANDSET(S), CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE
PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLAY.
Getting Started
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Registration
Registering the i 5803 Handset for the first time
After charging, the screen will display:
If your Base Unit is model i 5866 or i 5867:
Getting Started
1) Fine the Base ID Code on the underside of the
Base Unit.
2) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a mis
-take, press the left NavKey to backspace or press the right softkey
to erase a character.
3) Press OK to complete the registration process.
If your Base Unit is model i 5853 or i 5857, find the Base ID Code (Base Unit
must be OFF) and register the Handset by:
1) At the Base, press MENU.
2) Scroll down to DISPLA Y B ASE-ID, then press OK.
3) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a
mistake, press the left NavKey to backpace or press the right softkey
to erase a character.
4) Press OK to complete the registration process.
NOTE: If the Handset, after charging, says Searching for Base..., press the
NEW softkey. Enter Base ID will now be displayed. Follow the steps above.
Wait approximately 15-60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the
Base and Handset. The newly registered Handset will now be assigned the
lowest extension number not previously assigned to a different system Handset (1 - 8).
Enter Base ID
################
If you do not enter the correct digit sequence, you will see Invalid Base ID! and
hear an
softkey
NOTE: The 15-digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and character s,
including *. Make sure you carefully enter all 15 digits.
error tone. Press the left NavKey to backpace or press th e right
to erase a character, and carefully re-enter the Base ID Code.
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Handset Indicators
Handset Icons
Icon
1 2 3 4
5 6 7 8
Description
Line In Use Indicator
• On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions
are using the line. For example,
Handset 2 are on an outside call.
• Appears in idle or phone on modes to indicate a parallel set in use. It
replaces phone on icon during phone on mode and parallel set is detected.
• On when the answering machine is answering an incoming call.
NOTE: This is only applicab le to the Handset registered to i 5866 or i 5867
Base.
Handset Number Indicator
• Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left
corner after the Handset has found the Base.
Searching for Base Indicator
• Indicates that the Handset is still searching for the Base.
12 indicates that Handset 1 and
Intercom Indicator
• On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For
example,
Hold indicator
H
• On steady when the line is on hold.
M
Mute indicator
• On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.
Ringer Off indicator
•
Battery indicator
• When the Handset is removed from the charger, this lets you know the
level of charge in the battery pack, from FULL(
• Cycles (Low, Medium, and Full) when Handset battery is charging.
• Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.
Handset LEDs
LED
SPEAKERPHONE
IN USE
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12 indicates that Handset1 and Handset 2 are on intercom call.
is displayed when the ringer is turned off.
) to EMPTY ( ).
Description
• LED is on when in speakerphone mode.
• Lights when in the handset off-hook mode.
• Flashes following by the ring cadence when incoming call.
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Handset Menu
Navigation Key (NavKey)
• Press any NavKey button to display Main Menu. Press the NavKey buttons (Left,
Right, Up and Down) to navigate through menus. Press the Middle NavKey button
to select highlighted menu item.
Menu Shortcuts
• When viewing menu options, pressing the corresponding number on the dialing
keypad will automatically go to and select that item. For example, in the Main Menu
screen, pressing the 1 key will automatically take you to the Intercom menu screen,
pressing the 6 key will automatically take you to the Settings menu screen.
• Similarly, when viewing a list menu, pressing the corresponding number will
automatically select that option and save it, if necessary. For example, pressing the
2 key when in the Language screen will select and save the Spanish option.
Main Menu
Press any Navkey to display the 6 menu options. Then use
the Navkey buttons to navigate to the desired menu option
for selection. You can also press the dialing key assigned
for each icon (see information below for the assigned keys),
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to activate the menu option.
Intercom (dialing key 1) - Talk between
Handsets(s) and Base Unit, or use to page the cordless Handset(s).
Phonebook (dialing key 2) - Enter and retrieve up to 50 phone numbers with
name, along with a distinctive ring and image for each.
Calls Log (dialing key 3) - Review Caller ID data, select and dial from the Caller
ID data or from the Redial list that accounts for the last 10 dialed phone numbers.
Pictures (dialing key 4) - Choose from the many preset images to be used as
your idle screen (wallpaper) or assign an image to a specific phonebook directory.
Sounds & Alerts (dialing key 5) - Record custom sound clips, turn ringer and
vibrate feature on or off, select main ringer tone, turn tones (low battery, keypad, and
out-of-range) on or off.
Settings (dialing key 6) - Set the time, adjust screen contrast, reset to default
settings, register new Handsets, change screen language.
Press the NavKeys to navigate to the desired menu option, then press the middle NavKey
button to select. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top
menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so forth on down the menu.
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Handset Menu
Intercom
From Handset to Handset:
• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the
middle NavKey or left softkey.
• Press the up or down NavKey to navigate to and
highlight the desired Handset.
• Press the middle NavKey, left softkey or the assigned dialing key (1- 8).
• The ringing Handset can answer by pressing ON
or any of the number keys.
• To end an intercom call, press OFF on either Handset.
Global Page from Handset:
• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the
middle NavKey or left softkey.
• Press the up or down NavKey to maneuver to and
highlight GLOB AL PAGE. Press the middle
NavKey, left softkey or the * key to confirm.
• Any registered Handset or Base can answer the
global page, thus entering Intercom mode.
• To end the intercom call, To end the intercom call,
press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the
Base.
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Performing
global page
Phonebook
With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to reveal the
contents of your Phonebook. If there are no entries, the screen will display
Phonebook is empty. Your i 5803 Handset can store up to 50 numbers with
names in the phonebook directory, along with a distinctive ring and image for
each. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters,
including spaces.
When prompted to Enter Name, use the digit keys to spell the name. Each
press of a key will cause characters to be displayed as follows:
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Handset Menu
Number Key Characters (in order)
1
2ABCabc2
3DEFdef3
4GHIghi4
5JKLjkl5
6MNOmno6
7PQRSpqrs7
8TUVtuv8
9 WXYZwxyz9
00
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Adding Phonebook Entries
Basic Operation
• From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press the
NavKey in any direction. The Phonebook
icon should be highlighted.
Press the middle NavKey or left softkey.
Space & ’ , . 1
• Press NEW.
NOTE: When the phonebook is full and NEW is
pressed, Phonebook is full will display and an error tone will sound.
• You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use
the digit keys to spell the name. If you make a
mistake, press the softkey. To add a
space between characters, press the 1 key or
the right NavKey twice. When finished, press
OK.
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• Enter the number you want to store in the Phonebook.
Press and hold the # key to insert pauses if neces
-sary. If you make a mistake, press the
softkey. When finished, press OK.
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The screen will display:
NOTE: If you do not wish to assign a distinctive ring tone
or image to this Phonebook entry, press SAVE now.
• If you wish to be alerted to calls from this phone
number, you can assign a unique ring tone to this
Phonebook entry. Press the up or down NavKey to
scroll to RINGER : Default .
• Press the left or right NavKey to sample the ringer
options.
— OR —
• Press the middle NavKey then press the up or
down NavKeys to sample the ringer options.
• Press OK to confirm.
NOTE: There are 8 traditional ring tones and 12 musical
ringers. For Recordable Ringer, please refer to page
19 for details.
NOTE: If you do not wish to assign a distinctive image to
this Phonebook entry, press SAVE now.
• If you wish to be visually alerted to calls from this
number by changing to a distinctive image, press
the up or down NavKey to scroll to PICTURE :
(none) .
• Press the left or right NavKey to sample the pictures
and images options.
— OR —
• Press the middle NavKey then press the up or down
NavKey to sample the picture and image options.
• Press OK to confirm.
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• Once you’ve selected a picture, press SAVE.
• Your phonebook entr y has been saved and the
screen will display:
Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries
• From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press any
NavKey, the Phonebook icon should be highlighted.
Press the middle NavKey or left softkey.
• Press the up or down NavKey to scroll through the
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contents in alphabetical order.
— OR —
You can enter the first characters of the name. The
closest match alphabetically will be displayed:
— OR —
You can press the FIND softkey, enter the first few
characters of the name and then press OK to search.
If you make a mistake, press the softkey. The
closest match alphabetically will be displayed.
• Once you find the entry you want, simply press ON
or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number.
Editing Phonebook Entries
• Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and
Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry you
want to edit.
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PICTURE: (none)
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• Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display:
• Press the EDIT softkey.
• Press the up or down NavKey to the option you
want to edit then enter the corrections as needed.
Press the softkey
• When finished, press the SAVE softkey. The
screen will display the edited entry.
to delete.
Deleting Phonebook Entries
• Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and
Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry
you want to delete.
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RINGER: Melody 1
PICTURE:
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RINGER: Melody 1
PICTURE:
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• Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display :
• Press the DELETE softkey. The screen will display :
• To confirm deletion, press YES. To exit without
deleting, press NO.
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PICTURE:
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Dial Options
Calls Log
With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to view your Caller ID
and Redial options:
Review CID Log
Clear CID Log
Review Redial
Clear Redial
Move the up or down NavKey to highlight the desired option, then press the middle
NavKey or left softkey. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item.
The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so on down the menu options.
NOTE: Y ou can also view your Caller ID and redial options from the idle menu
by selecting the
Review CID Log (dialing key 1) - Allows you to scroll
through the 50 current Caller ID and Call Waiting records
received. With a CID record displayed, press SAVE to
store it in the Phonebook, or press DELETE to delete the
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entry from the log.
You can also dial a CID record while reviewing. With the
desired CID displayed, press OK. The possible options
to choose from will be either 7, 8, 10, or 11 digits. For
example, if the original number in Caller ID memory was
808-880-8808, then the display options will be:
Press the NavKeys to make the selection, then press OK,
ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number.
and using the softkey options.
Clear CID Log (dialing key 2) - Choose this option if you want to delete all CID records
at once. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. Choosing
NO returns you to the previous screen.
Review Redial (dialing key 3) - Select this option to display the last 10 numbers dialed.
Use the NavKeys to highlight the desired number, press and hold the middle NavKey to
view numbers that are longer than 11 digits, then press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to
dial. You can press SAVE to save it in the phonebook, or press DELETE to erase.
Clear Redial (dialing key 4) - Select this option to delete all phone numbers stored in
redial memory. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records.
Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen.
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Handset Menu
Settings
With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to reveal the following menu:
Clock on/off (dialing key 1) - This option allows you to turn the clock on/off.
Set Time (dialing key 2) - Use this option to set the time to be displayed on
the bottom of the idle screen. If you subsribe to Caller ID, the clock will be set
upon receipt of your first Caller ID record. Use the number keys if you wish
to manually change the time. To view the time on the Handset while in idle
mode, press the volume keys on the side of the Handset to illuminate the
screen.
Contrast (dialing key 3) - This option allows you to adjust the Handset
screen contrast.
Phone Setup (dialing key 4) - This option allows you to return the Handset
to the Enter Base ID and change the TONE/PULSE.
Language (dialing key 5, preset to English) - This option allows you to
change the screen prompts to English, Spanish or French.
Reset Settings (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to return the Handset
to factory preset settings. There are four options that can be reset:
Clear My Clips
Clear Phonebook
Default Settings
Choose the feature you want to reset. You will be asked Are you sure?
Choose YES to reset. Choose NO to return to the previous screen.
Press the NavKeys to maneuver to the desired option and to make the change, or press
the dialing key that is assigned to the icon.
To confirm, press the middle NavKey or the SAVE softkey.
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Sounds & Alerts
With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or the left softkey to reveal the
following options:
Sound Clips (dialing key 1) - This option allows you to record and access
your personal melodies. See the Recordable Ringer section on page 19 for
details.
Ringer Control (dialing key 2) - This option allows you to change the Ringer
Volume, turn the Ringer On/Off and control the Vibrating Ringer.
Ringers (dialing key 3) - This option allows you to assign a new Ring Tone.
You can choose one of 8 traditional ringers or 12 musical ringers. Please
refer to the Recordable Ringer section on page 19 for details on how to
record your own personalized ringer.
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Low Battery Tone (dialing key 4) - This option allows you to turn the Low
Battery Tone On/Off.
Keypad Tone (dialing key 5) - This option allows you to turn the Keypad
Tone On/Off.
Range Tone (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to turn the Range Tone
On/Off.
Press the NavKeys to manuever to the desired option and to make the change, or press
the dialing key that is assigned to the icon.
To confirm, press the middle NavKey or the SAVE softkey.
Pictures
Your i 5803 handset is preset with the following images:
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You may assign an image as your background for the idle screen (wallpaper) and/or
assign a specific image to a phonebook directory in the available 50 directory locations.
Set a Wallpaper image
Images – 6 images
Emotions – 9 images
To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Then
choose an image in one of the two (Images or Emotions) menu options. Once you
have selected the image, press the left softkey to set the image as your wallpaper. You
will receive a message on the screen confirming Wallpaper Set! and an audio
confirmation.
Clear a Wallpaper image
To clear a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Press
the up or down NavKeys until Clear Wallpaper is highlighted. Then press the middle
NavKey or left softkey to clear the wallpaper. You will receive a message on the
screen confirming Wallpaper Cleared! and an audio confirmation.
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Recordable Ringer
Record a Ringer
You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer or for a
Distinctive Ringer assigned to a specific phonebook directory. You can record with
either the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord), or with the Handset microphone. You may record up to 9 unique ringers for a maximum of 10 seconds each.
Cued-up music typically produces the best sounding recorded ringer. It is recommended to begin recording your ringer at the beginning of a song, rather than a portion
from the middle to produce an audibly pleasing custom ringer.
NOTE: Your i 5803 Handset is preset with many musical ringer options (i.e. Jazz,
R&B, Reggae, Rock, etc.) for you to use as your default ringer or a distinctive ringer.
Three of them are protected, you can’t replace them.You can replace the other 6
preset ringers with your own. You can also record your own ringers in another 3 blank
locations in “My Clips”.
To record a ringer, follow these steps:
• Select the Sounds & Alerts icon in the Main Menu.
• Select the Sound Clips icon .
• If you are using the Audio Patch Cord, insert the 3.5mm plug (the larger end) into
the headset jack of your PC or audio source. Insert the 2.5mm plug (the smaller
end) into the Headset jack on the side of the i 5803 Handset. You can listen to the
playing music through your Handset speaker after connecting the Audio Patch Cord
and selecting the Record Preview menu option. Adjust the recording volume at
the audio source. When you hear what you desire to record, press RECORD.
If you want to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, select the Record
Clip menu option. After the beep, and with the Handset microphone facing the audio
source, start recording.
NOTE: If the memory is full, the Handset will prompt Clip memory full!
• Hit the STOP softkey to stop the recording.
• After recording, you may PLAY or SAVE the melody. If you choose SAVE, you will
be prompted to Enter Clip Name. Enter a name (up to 8 characters) for the recording.
If you make a mistake, press the softkey to backspace. Press SAVE to
confirm. Clip has been saved will display. The melody will be stored in the My Clips
section. You can listen to all of your recorded musical ringers in My Clips. If y ou w ant,
when in My Clips, you can press DELETE then YES to erase any of them.
Note: When you want to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, do not
insert the Audio Patch Cord into the headset jack.
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Handset Operation
Making Calls
• Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use the
Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone
number.
-ORDial the phone number first; then press ON (or
SPEAKERPHONE).
• Press OFF or place the Handset in the charger
cradle to end your call.
Answering Calls
• Press ON, SPEAKERPHONE or any of number
keys.
• Press OFF or place the Handset in the charger
cradle to end your call
Handset Volume
The volume control is on the right edge of the
Handset. During a call, press the or key to
adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level.
The procedure is the same for the Handset earpiece, Headset and Speakerphone.
Sound Select
During a call, you can adjust the quality of the sound
to best suit your hearing. Pressing SOUND SELECT
repeatedly will cycle you through four different frequency options:
BASS - Low Frequency sounds enhanced.
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MID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the
recommended setting for hearing aid users).
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TREBLE - High Frequency sounds enhanced.
NATURAL - No frequency enhancement (Your
Handset is preset to this selection).
NOTE: The Sound Select feature cannot be
used when in Speakerphone or Headset talk
mode.
Mute Function
During an active call pressing the MUTE
softkey on the Handset will disable the microphone. Press MUTE again to return to normal
two-way conversation.
Hold Function
Press the HOLD softkey to place a call on hold.
To return to the call, press the ON (or SPEAK-
ERPHONE) key .
NOTE: The Handset will display CALL ON
HOLD when a call is placed on hold. If you
have new calls in call log, CALL ON HOLD will
display alternately. An H will be displayed to
remind you a call is on hold. If a call remains
on Hold for 5 minutes, your i 5803 Handset will
ring to remind you the call is being held. The
phone will display Call On Hold Ring Back!
You have 30 seconds to return to the call before it is dropped.
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Advanced Operation
Flash Function
You can use your i 5803 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the
ON/FLASH key on the Handset to flash the line.
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Handset Operation
Handset Speakerphone Operation
Your i 5803 Handset has a built-in handsfree speakerphone. This feature allows you to
stand the Handset upright on any flat surface and have handsfree conversations. For
more information, refer to Making Calls in the Handset Operation section.
Line in Use Indication
When the telephone line is currently being used
by a i 5803 Handset, a status message similar
to this will display on idle Handset(s):
When the telephone line is currently being used
by another phone (other than the i 5803), the
phone icon will remain on steadily, and EXTEN-
SION IN USE will be displayed.
Conference Calling
The i 5803 is capable of supporting conference calls with up to two registered Handsets.
To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two extensions by pressing ON
(or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset. The phone icon and two extension numbers
will be displayed in the upper left corner of the Handset display.
Transferring Calls
You can transfer calls on the i 5803 system from Handset to Handset.
Blind T ransfer:
To directly transfer any active call to another i 5803 extension without notification:
• Press the middle NavKey then the up or down NavKey to the desired location.
• Press the middle NavKey to confirm.
• The ringing Handset can pick up the transferred call just like any incoming call.
Announced T ransfer:
To perform an announced transfer (call and advise another extension):
• Press HOLD to place your call on hold.
• Press any NavKey then the left NavKey to select Intercom, press the middle
Advanced Operation
Navkey in again to confirm.
-ORPress any NavKey then press the 1 key.
• Press the up or down NavKey to the desired location.
• Press the middle NavKey to confirm.
• When the ringing Handset answers, announce that there’s an active call on hold.
• Press OFF on either handset.
• Press ON (on the destination Handset) to pick up the call on hold.
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Headset Operation
Your i 5803 Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an optional
accessory Headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the Headset option,
you must obtain an optional accessory Headset that is compatible with the i 5803. For
best results, use a VTech 2.5mm headset.
To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511.
Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the i 5803
Handset. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack (under a small rubber flag)
on the cordless Handset. The plug should fit securely. Do not force the connection.
NOTE:
Whenever a compatible Headset is connected
to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the
Handset will be muted. This is done to limit the
effect of background noise.
Many compatible Headsets have a reversible,
monaural design. This means you can wear
your Headset on either ear, leaving one ear
free for other conversations.
Belt Clip
The i 5803 is also equipped with a detachable
belt clip. Align the pins on the inside edge of
the clip with the notches on the sides of the
Handset. The belt clip should snap securely into
place. Do not force the connection.
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Maintenance
Taking care of your telephone
Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be
treated with care.
Avoid rough treatment
Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your
telephone if you ever need to ship it.
Avoid water
Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors in
the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub,
or shower.
Electrical storms
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.
For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.
Cleaning your telephone
Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years.
Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not
use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.
Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you
are wet or standing in water. If your Base Unit should fall into water, DO NOT
RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE
CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.
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In Case Of Difficulty
If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the
problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech
Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications
Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
If the Check Battery or WARNING! Use Rechargeable Batteries Only warning
is displayed on the screen of your Handset or Base Unit:
• Non-rechargeable batteries have been installed. Remove them immediately and
replace with rechargeable NiMH batteries (see page 6).
• Rechargeable batteries have been installed but may be old or need to be
replaced. Remove them and re-install new rechargeable batteries. Let the new
batteries fully charge the Base Unit before you use your phone again. (See
page 6 for battery installation).
The phone doesn't work at all
• Make sure the Power Cord is plugged in.
• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the
telephone wall jack.
• Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If you get a LOW BATTERY message
or indication, the battery cells need charging.
No dial tone
• First try all the suggestions above.
• If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect the Base Unit from the telephone jack
and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem
is in your wiring or local service. Contact your local telephone company.
You get noise, static, or a weak signal even when you're near the Base
Unit
• Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the Base Unit can sometimes
cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the Base Unit to another outlet.
You get noise, static, or a weak signal when you’re away from the Base
Unit
• You may be out of range. Either move closer to the Base, or relocate the Base
Unit.
• The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the Base Unit to
another position.
The Handset does not ring when you receive a call
• Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on Sounds& Alerts
- Ringer Control in this User’s Manual.
• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the
telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
• You may be too far from the Base Unit.
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In Case Of Difficulty
• You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of
them to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.
Your Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in
• It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON. If you’d like to
turn it off, see the section on Sounds & Alerts - Ringer Control in this User’s
manual.
You hear other calls while using your phone
• Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone.
If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service.
Call your local telephone company.
You hear noise in the Handset, and none of the keys or buttons work
• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
Common cure for electronic equipment
If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the Handset in
the cradle. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed):
1. Disconnect the power to the Base.
2. Disconnect the Handset battery cells and spare battery compartment's battery cells,
if applicable.
3. Wait a few minutes.
4. Connect power to the Base.
5. Re-install the battery cells.
6. Wait for the Handset to re-establish its link with the Base. To be safe, allow up to
one minute for this to take place.
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Warranty Statement
What does this limited warranty cover?
• The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the
holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product and
all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are free from
material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and
conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation
instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products
purchased and used in the United States of America.
What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from
material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited
warranty period (“Materially Defective Product”)?
• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will
repair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product.
If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If
we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished
product of the same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacement
products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules,
or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech’s option, is your exclusive
remedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30
days.
How long is the limited warranty period?
• The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the
date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the
terms of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or
replacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired
or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original
one-year warranty; whichever is longer.
What is not covered by this limited warranty?
This limited warranty does not cover:
1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical
damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation,
fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or
2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone
other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions,
network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or
4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electrical
accessories; or
5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electron ic
serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
6. Product purchased, used, serviced or shipped for repair from outside the United
States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited
to Products used for rental purposes); or
7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or
8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls and installation
or repair of systems outside the unit.
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Warranty Statement
How do you get warranty service?
• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511
for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service,
please check the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may
save you a service call.
• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during
transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred
in the transport of Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or
replaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling
charges prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.
• If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase
does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request
that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must
pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that
are not covered by this limited warranty.
What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?
1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech
service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;
2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased
(Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and
3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.
Other Limitations
• This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech.
It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech
provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes
all of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product.
There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications
to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification.
State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose
and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use)
are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
• In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential,
or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to
use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment,
and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC
registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration
number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide this information to your
local telephone company.
This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.
Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact:
VTech Communications Inc. CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada,
call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377 for repair/
warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this
equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.
FCC Part 15
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio
frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the
intended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply with
the FCC criteria. The handset has such a low power that it does not require testing. It
may be safely held against the ear of the user. The base unit shall be installed & used
such that parts of the user’s body other than the hands should be maintained at a
comfortable distance of approximately 20 cm or more.
FCC Part 68 and ACTA
If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July
23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
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rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68
rules and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone
Network adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA).
We are required to provide you with the following information.
1. Product identifier and REN information
The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an
identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). This
information must be provided to your local telephone company upon request. For
equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by the
phrase “FCC Reg No.” and the REN is listed separately. For equipment approved after
that date, the product identifier is preceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN is
encoded in the product identifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventh
characters following the colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZ
would indicate an REN of 0.3.
The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone
line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum
of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your
local telephone company.
2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the
telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical
requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is
provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack
that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single
line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in this user’s manual.
This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If
you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line,
ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you
have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone
company or a qualified installer.
3. Repair instructions
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until
the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made
by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the
instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.
4. Rights of the telephone company
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required
to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be
notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem
and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint
with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,
operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The
telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.
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5. Hearing aid compatibility
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.
6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers
If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire
department and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. If
you do, please keep three things in mind:
a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card,
so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing
feature doesn’t work.
b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes
no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.
c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended.
However, if you do make a call to an emergency number:
• You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before
hanging up.
• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during
off-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when the
emergency services tend to be less busy.
IC (Industry Canada)
This telephone is registered for use in Canada.
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment
Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The
abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was
performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved
the equipment.
Notice:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN
assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that
the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must
also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the Supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the
user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecom munications
company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
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Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections
of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present,
are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
Caution:
Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact
the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate.
Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the
FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only over
a certain distance - which will depend on the location of the Base Unit and Handset,
weather, and the construction and layout of your home or office.
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Technical Specifications
FREQUENCY CONTROL
Crystal controlled
PLL synthesizer
TRANSMIT FREQUENCY
Base: 5725-5850 MHz
Handset: 2400-2483.5 MHz
RECEIVE FREQUENCY
Base: 2400-2483.5 MHz
Handset: 5725-5850 MHz
CHANNELS
95 Channels
NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE
Maximum power allowed by FCC and
IC. Actual operating range may vary
according to environmental conditions
at the time of use.
SIZE
WEIGHT
Handset: 164 grams
(excluding battery cells)
Charger: 207 grams
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Handset: 2 cell AA 1.2V 1400mAh
NiMH Battery
Charger: 6V DC @300mA
MEMORY
Phone Book: 5 0 Memory loca-
tions; up to 32 digits,
16 characters per location
CID: 50 Memory locations
Handset: 197mm x 53mm x 40mm
(including antenna)
Charger: 85.0mm x 85.0mm x
86.5mm
SPECIFICATIONS ARE
TYPICAL AND MAY CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE.
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VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES.
Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications Inc.;
Beaverton, Oregon, 97008
Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada
Ltd., 200-7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.
Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
Printed in China
91-005652-030-000
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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................1
Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................2
Getting Started.............................................................................................................4
Parts Check List...........................................................................................................4
The Handset Layout....................................................................................................5
Setup...............................................................................................................................6
Registration....................................................................................................................8
Basic Operation...........................................................................................................9
Handset Indicators.....................................................................................................9
Handset Menu............................................................................................................10
Navigation Keys .................................................................................... 10
Menu Shortcuts ...................................................................................... 1 0
Main Menu ............................................................................................. 1 0
Intercom ................................................................................................. 11
Phonebook ............................................................................................11
Calls Log ............................................................................................... 16
Settings..................................................................................................16
Sounds & Alerts ..................................................................................... 17
Pictures..................................................................................................18
Recordable Ringer ...................................................................................................19
Advanced Operation ...............................................................................................20
Handset Operation.................................................................................................20
Making Calls .........................................................................................20
Answering Calls....................................................................................20
Adjust the Handset Volume .................................................................20
Sound Select ......................................................................................... 2 0
Mute Function ........................................................................................ 21
Hold Function........................................................................................ 21
Flash Function ...................................................................................... 21
Conference Calling............................................................................... 22
Transferring Calls .................................................................................22
Blind Transfer .................................................................................... 2 2
Announced Transfer .......................................................................... 22
Additional Information.............................................................................................23
Headset Operation............................................................................................23
Maintenance................................................................................................................24
In Case Of Difficulty..................................................................................................25
Warranty Statement.................................................................................................27
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations............................................................................29
Technical Specifications...........................................................................................33
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