VTech Telephone User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

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

1. Read and understand all instructions.

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

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

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

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-ininstallation where proper ventilation is not provided.

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

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

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

10 . To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. If service or repair

work is required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. 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: a) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b) If liquid has been spilled into the product. c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust

only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions because improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work

to restore the product to normal operation. e) If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. f ) If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13 . Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There

may be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting. 14 . Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

If you have questions about this product, or if you're having difficulty with setup or operation, do not return your phone to the store. Call our Customer Support Center at:

1-800-595-9511

In Canada, call

1-800-267-7377

Introduction

Parts Check List:

1. Handset

2. Base Unit

3. Telephone Line Cord

4. Battery Pack

5. AC Adapter

6. User's Manual

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-

9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

USERS MANUAL

Handset and Base Layout

1. Antenna

2. Earpiece

3. IN USE/LOW BATT LED

4. PHONE(FLASH)

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

6. MEM(PROG)

7. Channel

8. OFF

9. REDIAL(PAUSE)

10.Volume

11. PAGE

12. IN USE/CHARGING LED

Setup

Connecting power to Base Unit

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

Installation of Battery Pack in Handset

Follow the steps below:

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

2. With the red and black wires at the bottom of the pack, angle the top of the battery

into the compartment, under the two claws. Next, press the lower end of the battery pack down, so it is held in place by the lower claw. Now, plug the connector into the socket. Slip the battery wires into the guide, located below the battery.

3. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards.

4. Place the Handset in the Base Unit, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient. Maximum talk time on a full charge is approximately 5 hours, and maximum standby time is 5 days.

Setup

CAUTION:To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:

1. Use only the VTech battery supplied or equivalent.

2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

4. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.

Connecting to phone line

Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the telephone wall jack.

Checking for dial tone

After the battery pack is charged, pick up the Handset and press the PHONE key. The IN USE indicator should light up, and you should hear a dial tone; if not, see IN

CASE OF DIFFICULTY.

Tone/Pulse Selection

See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for details.

CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your t 2406.

IMPORTANT:

For best performance the t 2406 should be installed as follows:

In an elevated location, in the center of the room, with no obstructions nearby.

In a location that is away from other electrical appliances such as microwave ovens, personal computers, or televisions.

Handset Features

IN USE/LOW BATT

PHONE/FLASH KEY

TONE/* KEY

MEM/PROG KEY

CHAN KEY

IN USE/LOW BA TT LED

• The IN USE/LOW BATT LED lights when the Handset is on an active call.

• It flashes in cadence with an incoming ring.

• It flashes quickly during programming mode.

• It flashes slowly when battery is low.

PHONE / FLASH KEY

• Press the PHONE key to make a call.

• If you are currently on a call, pressing PHONE flashes the line. This would be used with call waiting to answer your second call.

REDIAL / P AUSE KEY

• When you hear the dial tone, pressing the REDIAL key will dial out the last number that was called on your phone.

• It can also be used to store the last number dialed into the speed dial memory. See Storing a Redial Number into Speed Dial for details.

• You can store a PAUSE into your dialing number. See Storing Pauses

in Memory for details.

TONE/ * KEY

• In PULSE dialing mode, this key is used to switch to Temporary TONE dialing mode.

OFF KEY

REDIAL/PAUSE KEY

VOLUME CONTROL

• Adjust the volume of what you hear through the Handset.

• While on a call, press the or key to adjust the listening volume. The Handset will emit a double beep when the maximum or minimum volume level has been reached.

OFF KEY

• Press the OFF key to exit all modes of operation.

CHAN KEY

• Pressing the CHAN key when the Handset is in use will activate a channel change to the next free channel.

• This is used if you are experiencing noise or interference on the current channel.

MEM / PROG KEY

• Press the MEM key to enter memory mode.

• The sequence for dialing a speed dial number in memory is: PHONE, MEM, Number Button (0-9).

• Press PROG key to enter programming mode.

Base Unit Features

PAGE KEY

IN USE /CHARGING

IN USE/CHARGING LED

• The LED illuminates steadily when the Handset is in the Base cradle to indicate that the Handset battery is being charged.

• The LED illuminates whenever the Handset is being used.

• This LED also flashes in cadence with the incoming ring.

PAGE KEY

• Press the PAGE key to page the Handset.

• Press it second time to cancel a page.

• The Base will ring the Handset for 1 minute before ending the page automatically.

• The Handset can also cancel the page by pressing the OFF key.

Operating Instructions

Making Calls

• Pick up the Handset and press PHONE.

• When you hear a dial tone, dial the number.

• The IN USE LED will illuminate while the Handset is on a call. If you make a mistake when dialing, press OFF to hang up, then press PHONE to get the dial tone again.

• You must always press PHONE before you can dial a call on the Handset.

Answering Calls

• When an incoming call is ringing, the IN USE LED on the Base and Handset will flash.

• To answer a call when the Handset is in the Base, just pick up the Handset.

— OR —

• To answer a call when the Handset is away from the Base, press any key on the Handset (except OFF). This is very useful in a dark environment; you do not have to fumble around looking for the PHONE key to answer the call.

Disconnecting

• To end a call, press OFF on the Handset.

— OR —

• Place the Handset back in the Base.

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