VTech IP 5850 User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool).

5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface. The product may fall, causing serious damage.

6. Slots and openings in the Handset and Base Unit are provided for ventilation. To protect it 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 a built-in installation where proper ventilation is not provided.

7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord might be damaged by anyone walking on it.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the Handset and Base Unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact VTECH 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 oper ate normally by following the oper ating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.

E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.

Important Safety Instructions

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

14. Do not use this or any cordless telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC.

CUSTOMER SERVICE: 1-800-595-9511. In Canada VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.

BEFORE USING YOUR ip 5850 SYSTEM, CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLA YS.

Introduction

Your ip 5850 is an advanced cordless telephone set, capable of supporting two Handsets. This manual is designed to familiarize you with this cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.

Parts Check List

1. Base Unit

2. Handsets

3. Handset Charger

4. Base AC Power Adapter

5. Telephone Line Cord

To purchase replacement batter y cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.

NOTE: Use only VTech batter ies (part number 80-5381-00-00) or equivalent AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries.

6. Belt Clips

7. Base Wall Mounting Bracket

8. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket

9. User’s Manual

10. Battery Cells

The Handset Layout

1. Antenna

2. Earpiece

3. Volume Control

4. CID (Scroll Down)

5. On (Flash)

6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)

7. Redial (Pause)

8. Speakerphone

9. LCD Display

10. Select (Menu)

11. Phonebook (Scroll Up)

12. Headset Jack (2.5mm)

13. Off (Clear)

14. Intercom

15. Mute (Delete)

The Base Unit Layout

1. Rec/Memo

2. Time/Set

3. Change

4. Cradle Contacts

5. Menu

6. In Use LED

7. Charging LED

8. Page

9. Microphone

10. Volume Control

11. Repeat/Slow

12. Skip/Quick

13. Delete

14. Message Boxes (PLAY/STOP)

15. Answering Machine Control (On/Off)

16. DC Connector Jack

17. Telephone Jack

Setup8Setup

Connecting Power to Base Unit/Handset Charger

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

2. Choose the location f or your Handset Charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet.

Getting Started

Installation of Battery Cells in Handset

Follow the steps below:

1. Place the new battery cells in the

Getting Started

Handset with the positive and negative poles aligned in the battery compartment.

2. Replace the battery compartment cover by sliding i t 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 10-12 hours. After initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

WARNING: Alkaline batteries must

NOT be used in your ip 5850 cordless telephone. Use only the batteries that came with your phone, or contact our Customer Support Center (contact information on page 2) to order additional batteries.

Charging of the Handset Battery Cells

The Handset of your cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable battery cells. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in its charger or Base Unit.

You should charge the battery pack for 10-12 hour s when you first receive your phone.

Y ou will kno w the battery cells need charging when:

• The low battery message is displayed:

• The Handset seems completely dead, the LCD is completely clear and does not activate when you press the keys.

NOTE: When in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting and speakerphone features will not work. When your battery has been charged, your features will return to their normal function.

IMPORTANT:

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

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

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

Setup

4. Do not dispose of this battery cell into household garbage. Please refer to the information concerning proper battery recycling located near the end of this Owner's Manual.

5. Do not charge the battery cell with other electrical devices.

Check Battery Indicator

If you receive a check battery warning, it indicates one of the following:

1. There are no battery cells in your Handset. You’ll need to install battery cells into your Handset (see Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset section on the previous page.)

2. You have accidentally installed alkaline batteries into the Handset. (Alkaline batteries must NEVER be used in this phone. See the warning on the previous page for additional information about batteries for this telephone.)

3. The rechargeable batteries in your Handset need to be replaced by new batteries.

4. The batteries have been installed incorrectly. Please reinstall (see Installa- tion of Battery Cells in Handset) and/or the diagram in the battery compartment on the Handset.

Connecting to Phone Line

Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the bottom of the Base Unit. Then plug the other end of the cord into the wall jack.

Checking for Dial Tone

After the battery cells are charged, press ON on the Handset. The word PHONE

will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear a dial tone. If not, see

In Case of Difficulty. Tone/Pulse Selection

Your phone is preset for tone dialing. See Handset Settings for details.

CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.

IMPORTANT:

FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF Y OUR 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 far away as possible.

4. Install your telephone equipment away from heat sources and sunlight.

5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold.

Getting Started

Wall Mounting

The Wall Mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates

only. Wall mounting is optional.

1. Plug the A C adapters into electrical outlets. Then plug the DC connector of the Base power adapter to the connector jack at the bottom of the Base Unit.

2. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack at the bottom of the Base Unit, and

Getting Started

the other end to the wall jack.

3. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapters with the holes at the bottom of the Base Unit/back of the Handset Charger. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place.

4. Mount the Base Unit/Handset Charger on the wall. Position the Base Unit/ Handset Charger so that the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket. Slide Base Unit/Handset Charger down on the mounting studs until it locks into place.

Handset and Base Indicators

Handset Icons Icon Description

MUTE NEW

Handset LEDs LED Description

SPEAKER

Base LEDs LED Description

IN USE CHARGING PLAY/STOP

1, 2, 3

ON/OFF

• Turns on when the microphone is muted.

• Turns on when there are new call log entries.

• Turns on when the ringer is muted.

• Low battery indicator or charging indicator.

• LED is on when in handsfree mode.

• On when the phone is off hook.

• Flashes when an extension phone is off hook.

• On when the Handset is charging in the cradle.

• Flashes when new messages are in the corresponding mailbox.

• On when only old messages are in the corresponding mailbox.

• On when the answering system is on.

Basic Operation

Handset Operation

Making Calls

• Press ON (or SPEAKER to use the Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number.

-OR-

Dial the phone number first, then press ON

(or SPEAKER).

• Press OFF to end your call.

Answering Calls

• Press ON, SPEAKER or any dialing keys.

• Press OFF to end your call.

Adjust the Handset V olume

Basic Operation

• The volume control is on the left edge of the Handset. During a call, press adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. When you reach the maximum or minimum setting, a double-beep will sound.

NOTE: The procedure is the same for the Handset earpiece, Speakerphone and Headset.

Flash Function

• You can use your ip 5850 with services such as Call Waiting. When you receive a call-waiting signal, simply press the ON/FLASH key to switch to the new call. Press ON/FLASH again to switch back to the original call.

NOTE: Use ON/FLASH to access other phone company subscriber services, as described by your provider.

Redial Function

• Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last telephone number dialed from the Handset (up to 32 digits). Use through the 5 previously dialed numbers. When the beginning or the end of the redial list is reached, a double-beep will sound.

• Pressing OFF will exit the redial review list.

• When the desired number is reached, press ON or SPEAKER to dial.

• When the desired entry displays, press DELETE to delete it. A confirmation tone will sound.

NOTE: If the redial memory is empty, and REDIAL is pressed, a double-beep will sound.

or key to

or to scroll

Handset Operation

Mute Function

• During an active call, pressing the MUTE/ DELETE key will disable the microphone. The screen will display MICROPHONE MUTED briefly:

• Press MUTE/DELETE again to return to normal 2-way conversation. MICRO-

PHONE ON will display briefly.

Intercom Call

• From the idle (OFF) mode, press INT. The Handset will display:

• The other Handset will ring and the screen will display:

• Press INT or SPEAKER to answer the intercom call. The screens will display:

Basic Operation

• Press INT or OFF on either Handset to end the call.

NOTE: If the other Handset is out of range, or on an external call, when you intercom it, the display of the first handset will show:

Call Forward and Call Transfer

An external call can be forwarded or transferred from one Handset to the other Handset. The difference between forward and transfer depends on if the sending Handset needs to talk with the receiving Handset, before the external call is actually sent to the other Handset.

Handset Operation

Call Forward

• A Handset (HS1) on an external call can forward it to the other Handset (HS2) by pressing and holding the INT key. The display of HS1 will initially show:

• HS2 can press ON to answer the call.

NOTE: If HS2 does not answer the call in about 30 seconds, the external call will be returned to HS1 and the display will show: If the returned call is not answered within another 30 seconds, the external call will end automatically.

Call Transfer

• A Handset (HS1) on an external call can forward it to the other Handset (HS2)

Basic Operation

by pressing the INT key.

NOTE: The external call is put on hold automatically.

• HS2 will ring, showing an intercom call.

• HS2 can answer the intercom call by pressing ON.

• Intercom call link is established while the external call is still on hold. HS1 may discuss the external call with HS2.

• When HS1 presses OFF, the external call is then transferred to HS2. CALL

TRANSFERRED will display on HS1 briefly.

NOTE: If there is no answer on HS2, HS1 can reconnect to the held call by pressing ON.

Conference Call

It is possible to establish a conference between two Handsets and the external line.

If a Handset already has a connection to the external line, the other Handset can join the call by pressing ON, a conference will be immediately established. Both Handsets will show:

Base Operation

From the Base Unit, you can use PAGE key to locate the Handsets for 60 seconds.

• When the Handset is in idle, press PAGE. The Handsets will display:

• To end the page at the Base, press PAGE again.

• To end the page at the Handset, press ON , SPEAKER or any dialing keys.

Phonebook Operation

Your ip 5850 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name.

NOTE: The Handsets share a common phonebook, which is stored in the Base. This means that entries inserted by one Handset are available for both Handsets, and if one deletes a phonebook entry, it will disappear from both Handsets.

When one Handset is accessing the phonebook, the other Handset cannot access it at the same time. If this is attempted, NOT AV AILABLE AT THIS TIME will display on the second Handset.

Storing a New Entry

• Press SEL.

• With Phonebook selected, press SEL again.

• Press

• Y ou will be prompted to ENTER NUMBER. Use the dialing keys to enter the number you wish to store in the phonebook. Press the MUTE.DEL key to backspace and make corrections. Press SEL.

• You will then be prompted to ENTER NAME. Use the dialing keys to spell the name. Press SEL.

• You will hear a confirmation tone, and the new phonebook entry will display briefly.

to select STORE. Press SEL.

Basic Operation

NOTES:

• If the phonebook is full, the Handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL.

• You can also press REDIAL.PAUSE, then

or to scroll to the previously dialed number from the redial list which you want to store in the phonebook. Press SEL.

• While entering numbers, press and hold REDIAL.PAUSE to add pauses if necessary.

• If there is a duplicate number in the phonebook, the display will show:

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