VTech VT 1421 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated cordless telephones on the market. The VT 1421 has been designed to offer a new standard in cordless telephone technology

Unlike most other cordless phones, the VT 1421 digitizes your voice using advanced ADPCM digital voice encoding to provide noise and distortion-free performance. In most conditions, you will not be able to tell you are using a cordless phone. Gone are the annoyances of static, interference and having to listen to other conversations on your cordless telephone.

The VT 1421 scrambles your voice before it transmits. This allows you the security of knowing that no one can eavesdrop on your conversations.

The VT 1421 decodes and displays name and/or number Caller ID information where available and when the service is subscribed to. The alphanumeric display can show both the name and number of the calling party. Up to 15 name characters or 12 phone number digits (including spaces) can be displayed.

The VT 1421 uses special memory which is not susceptible to power failures. This provides permanent storage of all memory dial numbers, Caller ID information, and security codes.

When an optional battery pack is installed in the base unit, the VT 1421 uses this battery to provided operational backup in case of power failure. In this way you have access to handset functions during total power outage. Calls can still be placed and received on the handset without interruption. Up to 5 hours of backup will be possible with a fully charged battery pack in the base unit.

The VT 1421 informs you when another extension is currently in use on the same phone line. The phone will also alert you when you are Out of Range, even when you’re not on the phone!

The VT 1421 has a very unique and compact design. Using the provided beltclip, you can easily carry the handset clipped to your belt or even in a shirt pocket. Also, if you connect an optional headset to the 2.5mm headset jack on the VT 1421, you can have completely hands-free conversations.

With the VT 1421, the user can easily answer a call simply by pressing any key other than the OFF key. In addition, the handset keypad and display illuminate while the handset rings to signal an incoming call. This is very useful in a dark environment.

INTRODUCTION

Special Features:

• 900 MHz Operation.

• Fully digital link between handset

and base.

• Digitally scrambled voice communication.

• Alphanumeric Call Waiting Caller ID.

• 50 Caller ID memory locations.

• 2 row by 12 character 5x7 dot

matrix alphanumeric display.

• Backlit keypad and display on handset.

• 21 number / location programmable memory for up to 20 digit phone numbers.

• 10-channel operation with auto channel selection.

• Out-of-Range indication while the handset is in use or in standby mode.

• Removable handset battery pack.

• Spare battery charger in base unit.

• Battery backup in case of power

failure (with optional spare battery pack installed in base).

• Face up handset charging.

• Easy answer - When the phone

rings, simply press any key other than OFF to answer.

• Auto hang up when returning the handset to the base cradle.

• Extension in use indicator.

• Message waiting indicator for use

with voicemail service.

• Multi-level REDIAL; stores last 5 numbers dialed.

• 24-bit digital security code.

• Tone and Pulse dialing.

• Low battery detect and warning

indicator.

• Up to 7 hours continuous talk time, or 7 days standby time.

• Volume adjustment on Handset.

• FLASH and

• Hearing-aid compatible receiver.

• Detachable power supply.

• Non-volatile storage of security

code, Caller ID and memory dial records.

• Wall mountable base unit.

• 2.5mm Headset Jack for hands-

free operation.

This manual is designed to make you familiar with the VT 1421. We strongly recommend you read the entire manual before using your phone.

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INTRODUCTION

Parts Checklist

1. Handset

2. Base Unit

3. Wall Mounting Bracket

4. AC Adapter

5. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech at 1-800-595-9511.

6. Telephone Line Cord

7. Beltclip

8. Memory Dialing Card

9. Operation Manual

10. Warranty Card

Handset

ACAdaptor

Beltclip

Base Unit

Telephone Line Cord

MEMORYDIALING

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Memory Dialing Card

Wall MountIng Bracket

Battery Pack

VTech

Operation Manual Warranty Card

FCC REGULATIONS

This equipment complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. 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 the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) . You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephone company.

Hearing Aid Compatibility

This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.

Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact VTech at 1-800-595-9511 for warranty and/or repair 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 instruction, may 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:

• Re-orient or relocate the base unit.

• 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 a qualified technician for help.

FCC REGULATIONS

FCC Part 68

The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C, RJ11W or RJ14).

Your local telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance of disconnection, if possible. During notification, you will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Occasionally, your local telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment. If so, you will be given advance notice of the change to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.

The base unit contains no user serviceable parts. The handset contains a user replaceable battery pack.

manufacturer’s Limited Warranty. This equipment may not be used on

coin service provided by the Phone Company or Party Lines.

The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still enable the devices to ring when you receive a call. The general rule is that the REN value should not exceed 5.0A total; however, contact your local telephone company for the specific number in your area.

Your VT 1421 is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC. This means your handset can communicate with the base unit 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.

If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC requires that it not be used and that it 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 or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the

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 to persons, 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 bathtub, 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 a bed, sofa, rug, or 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-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 locate this product where persons walking on it will abuse the cord.

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, but call VTech Communications 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to VTech Communications at 1-800-5959511, under the following conditions:

• When the power supply cord or

plug is damaged or frayed.

• If liquid has been spilled into the

product.

• If the product has been exposed to

rain or water.

• 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 adjustments of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.

• If the product has been dropped

and the cabinet has been damaged.

• 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 the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

THE BATTERY PACK

Charging the Handset Battery Pack

The handset of your VT 1421 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in the base. You should charge the battery pack for 16 hours when you first receive your phone. You’ll know the battery pack needs recharging when:

• The phone emits a warning tone when you press the PHONE key.

• The low battery message is displayed on the handset:

• The handset seems completely dead; the display is clear and the handset does not beep or light when you press the keys.

To Charge the Battery Pack

To charge the battery pack, place the handset in the base unit. The CHARGING indicator will light to show the handset is seated properly and the battery pack is charging. It is recommended that the battery pack be for at least 16 hours initially, and 8 hours for maintenance charging. You can use your telephone before that with diminished capacity, but it is best to charge the battery pack fully. It will take several recharge cycles to maximize the charge capacity of your battery pack. The maximum battery life between charges is 7 hours of continuous talk time or 7 days if standby time.

Alternatively, if you have purchased a spare battery pack and it has been charging in the base unit, simply exchange the drained handset battery pack with the fully charged battery pack from the base charger. Place the drained handset battery pack in the base charger.

The base spare battery charger does not charge a battery pack as quickly as the handset battery charger. A full charge requires 24 hours when using the base unit spare battery charger.

It is impossible to overcharge the battery. The battery pack can be recharged many times, but if you get a low battery message even after 16 hours of charging in the base cradle (or 24 hours in the base spare battery charger), the battery pack(s) should be replaced.

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications

at 1-800-595-9511.

A Word about Rechargeable Batteries

Your battery pack recharges whenever the handset is returned to the base unit cradle. You may return the handset to the cradle whenever it is not in use.

THE BATTERY PACK

To Replace the Handset Battery Pack

1. Remove beltclip (if in use).

2. Remove the battery case cover.

3. Remove the old battery pack.

Save it for recharging in the base unit spare battery charger. Do not dispose of this battery in household garbage.

4. Place the new battery pack in the

handset. Make sure the metal contacts on the battery are aligned with the contacts in the handset battery compartment.

5. Replace the battery case cover and beltclip.

6. If the new battery pack is not already charged, place the handset in the cradle of the base unit to allow it to charge for 16 hours.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow the instructions below.

1. Use only VTech rechargeable battery pack.

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

IMPORTANT:

Do not dispose of this battery in household garbage. For information on recycling and proper disposal, contact your local solid waste collection or disposal organization.

3. 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.

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

THE BATTERY PACK

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications

at 1-800-595-9511.

Spare Battery Charger

The VT 1421 has a built-in spare battery charger, which is located in the cradle of the base unit.

Note:

In order to benefit from this feature, you must obtain an optional spare battery from an authorized dealer, or by contacting VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511.

Installation

1. Remove the spare battery charger cover.

2. Place a battery pack in the spare battery charger. Make sure the metal contacts on the battery are aligned with the contacts in the spare battery charger.

temporarily unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet and then plug it in again. This will reset the battery charger to ensure a frll battery charging cycle is started again.

Power Backup Function

When a spare battery pack is installed in the base unit, the VT 1421 uses this battery pack to provide operational backup in case of a power failure. If you have a fully charged battery pack in the spare battery charger and there is a power outage, you will still be able to place and receive calls on the handset for up to 5 hours. When power backup mode is active the following message will be displayed:

Replacing a Drained Handset Battery

The spare battery pack can also be used to replace a drained handset battery pack to ensure uninterrupted use. Be sure to put the drained battery pack in the spare battery charger for recharging.

If at any time you find that the battery does not provide adequate talk time after a 16 hours of charging, you should either temporarily remove and replace the battery in the handset, or,

Please note that the spare battery compartment charges at a slower rate than a battery pack charging in the handset. It takes 48 hours to fully charge a battery pack in the spare battery charger.

GETTING STARTED

Setting up Your VT 1421

Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack.

AC Power Adapter

Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector to the back of the base unit.

Totelephone jack

Toelectrical outlet

Charge the Battery

Charge the handset battery pack before use. The battery pack recharges automatically whenever the handset is in the base unit. The batteries must be charged for 16 hours before using your phone for the first time.

CAUTION

Use only CLASS 2 9V DC POWER SUPPLY included with your phone.

Handset Ringer

The handset ringer is programmed ON as the factory default. Refer to PROGRAMMING THE RINGER for more information.

Tone / Pulse Selection

To select the desired dialing mode, follow these steps:

1. Press the OK key to activate the menu. The following will be displayed :

2. Use the / keys until you see:

3. Press the OK key until you see:

4. Use the / keys to select the SET DIAL TYPE menu item:

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