VTech VT1940 User Manual
DIGITAL 9OOMHZ
CORDLESS PHONE
With Speakerphone
MODEL
VT
1940
VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.
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of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES.
Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTECH Communications, 8770 SW Nimbus Avenue
Beaverton, Oregon, 97008.
Distributed in Canada by VTECH Electronics Canada Ltd., Suite
Way Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.
Copyright 1998 for VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD..
Is a trademark of VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.., a member
200 - 7671 Alderbridge
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IMPORTANT
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW PHONE WE STRONGLY
RECOMMEND YOU READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY:
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Special Features 2
Parts Check List
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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK
GETTING STARTED 12
WALL MOUNTING 14
THE HANDSET LAYOUT
THE BASE UNIT LAYOUT 16
BASE UNIT FEATURES
BASE UNIT FUNCTION KEYS
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 22
Call Waiting 22
Switching calls using FLASH 22
Temporary TONE 22
Programming The Ringers 23
Changing Ringer Types 23
Turning
Checking The Ringer Type 23
MEMORY(SPEED) DIALING 24
STORING SPEED DIAL NUMBERS 24
QUICK MEMORY DIALING 24
STORING NUMBERS USING REDIAL 25
DIALING FROM MEMORY
CHANGING STORED NUMBERS 26
DELETING STORED NUMBERS 26
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ADDITIONAL OPERATING TIPS
MAINTENANCE 28
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY 29
WARRANTY
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have purchased
one of the most sophisticated cordless
telephones on the market! The VTech
VT 1940 has been designed to offer
a new standard in cordless telephone
technology.
Unlike most other cordless phones, the
VTech VT 1940 digitizes your voice
using advanced ADPCM digital voice
coding 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 people's
conversations on your cordless phone.
The VTech VT 1940 scrambles your
voice before it transmits it. This allows
you the security of knowing that no one
can tune in and eavesdrop on your
conversations.
With the VTech VT 1940, the user can
easily answer a call by pressing any
key other than the OFF, MUTE or
VOLUME Keys. 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.
When an optional battery pack is
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total
installed in the base unit, the Wech
1940 uses this battery pack to provide
operational backup in case of power
failure. In this way you have access
to Handset functions during
power outage. Calls can still be placed
and received on the Handset without
interruption. Up to
be possible with a fully charged battery
pack in the base unit.
The VTech VT 1940 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 using
the phone!
5
hours backup will
Special Features
900 MHz Operation.
Fully Digital Link between Handset
and Base
Digitally-Scrambled Voice Communication.
Speakerphone with second keypad
in Base Unit.
21 location Programmable Memory
for 20 Digit Phone Number.
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 the base
unit.
Battery back-up in case of power
failure (with optional spare battery
pack installed in base).
Face up or Face down Handset
charging.
Easy answer
rings, simply press any key other
than OFF, MUTE, or the Volume
Keys on the handset to answer.
Auto hang up when returning the
handset to the base cradle.
Extension in use indicator.
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When the phone
Auto line drop from HOLD when an
extension phone is picked up.
24 Bit Digital Security Code.
Tone and Pulse Dialling.
Low Battery Detect and Warning
indicator.
Up to
7
hours continuous talk time
or
7
days standby time.
Volume Adjust on Handset and
Base Unit.
HOLD, FLASH, MUTE and REDIAL.
Hearing-Aid Compatible Receiver.
Detachable power supply.
Non-volatile storage of security
code and memory dial records.
This manual is designed to make you
familiar with the VTech VT 1940. We
strongly recommend you read the
manual before using your phone.
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The VTech VT 1940 also provides a
two-way IntercomIHandset locator
function.
The VTech VT 1940 uses special
memory in both the base and handset
which is not susceptible to power
failures. This provides permanent
storage of all memory dial numbers, as
well as the base and handset security
codes.
INTRODUCTION
Parts
Check
1. Handset
2. Base Unit at 1-800-595-951 1. In Canada, call
3. Wall mounting bracket VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-
4.
AC power adapter 7377.
5. Belt clip
6. Battery pack
7.
Telephone line cord
HANDSET
n
List
AC POWER ADAPTER
To purchase replacement battery
packs, call VTECH Communications
WALL MOUNTING
BRACKET
BASE UNIT
BELT CLIP
FCC
This equipment complies with Parts 15
and 68 of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) rules for the United
States. It also complies with regulations
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 lndustry
Canda (IC) registration number and
Load Number. You must, upon request,
local telephone company.
This equipment is compatible with
inductively coupled hearing aids.
Should you experience trouble with this
telephone equipment, please contact:
VTECH COMMUNICATIONS
SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-951 1.
In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at
1-800-267-7377.
For repairlwarranty information. The
telephone company may ask you to
disconnect this equipment from the line
network until the problem has been
corrected.
and IC Regulations
RSS210 and CS-03 of lndustry
prov.ide this information to your
FCC
Part
15
Warning: Changes or modifications to
this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance's
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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
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Increase the separation between
the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an
outlet or on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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TELEPHONE LINE CORD
BATERY PACK
FCC and IC Regulations
FCC and IC Regulations
FCC Part
The FCC requires that you connect
your cordless telephone to the nationwide telephone network through a
modular telephone jack (USOC
RJllW or RJ14).
Your telephone company may discon-
tinue 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 telephone com-
pany may make changes in its facili-
ties, equipment, operation, or proce-
dures 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 serv-
iceable parts. The handset contains
a user replaceable battery pack.
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 VTECH
Limited Warranty.
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RJI 1 C,
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
however, contact your local telephone
company for the specific number in
your area.
IC (Industry Canada)
This telephone is registered for use in
Canada.
Notice:The REN assigned to this
device denotes the number of
devices you may connect to
the telephone loop, which is
used by the device to prevent
overloading, The termination
on a loop may consist of any
combination of devices
subjected only to the
requirement that the sum of the
REN does not exceed five (5.0)
Notice:The Industry Canada label
identifies certified equipment.
This certification means that
the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network
protective, operational and
safety requirements. The
Department does not
guarantee the equipment will
operate to the user's
satisfaction.
5.OA total;
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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 telecommunications company
cause to request the user to disconnect
the equipment.
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 VTech VT 1940 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
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which will depend on the
location of the base unit and handset,
weather, and the construction and
layout of your home or office.
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 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-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 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,
but take it to a VTech 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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l2.Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to a
VTech authorized service facility
under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or
plug is damaged or frayed.
B.
If liquid has been spilled into the
product.
C. If the product has been exposed
to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate
normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions,
because improper adjustment
of other controls may result in
damage and will often require
extensive work by a VTech
authorized technician to restore
the product to normal operation.
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.
VTECH COMMUNlCATlONS
SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-951 1.
In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at
1-800-267-7377.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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