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VTech VT-2931 User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................................................2
PARTS CHECK LIST...............................................................................................................4
HANDSET UNIT KEYS AND FEATURES...............................................................................5
BASE UNIT KEYS AND FEATURES.....................................................................................6
SETTING UP YOUR
BASIC OPERATIONS
Area Code Programming.....................................................................................................11
Key Beeps ..............................................................................................................................12
Setting The Handset Ringer..................................................................................................12
Making Calls..........................................................................................................................12
Redial/Pause................................................................................................................... ......13
Handset Volume ....................................................................................................................13
Speakerphone Volume .............................................................................................................13
Mute.......................................................................................................................................13
Speakerphone Tips...............................................................................................................14
Hold.......................................................................................................................................14
Call Waiting............................................................................................................................14
Paging the Handset...............................................................................................................14
Intercom................................................................................................................................14
Voice Mail Indicator................................................................................................................14
Voice Mail Tips.......................................................................................................................15
Conference Calling.....................................................................................................................15
CALLER ID
Speed Dialing from Caller ID.................................................................................................17
DIRECTORY
To Store a Name And Number.............................................................................................17
Storing a Caller ID Record in the Directory...........................................................................18
Making Directory Calls..........................................................................................................18
Erasing a Directory Entry......................................................................................................18
BASE UNIT OPERATION
Programming Speed Dial Numbers........................................................................................19
Storing A Pause In A Dialing Sequence................................................................................19
Speed Dialing.........................................................................................................................19
Base Display..........................................................................................................................20
Data Port................................................................................................................................20
HEADSET OPERATION.......................................................................................................21
MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................... 22
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY....................................................................................................23
WARRANTY STATEMENT...................................................................................................25
FCC AND IC REGULATIONS ................................................................................................26
THE RBRC SEAL .................................................................................................................28
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................................................29
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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 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 dry cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
5. Do not place this product on unstable cart, stand, or table. The telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the telephone.
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 or covered. The openings should never 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 unless proper ventilation is 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. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire
or electric shock.
10.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.
11.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to
a qualified service personnel when some service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR INJURY, READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Use only the appropriate type andsize battery pack specified in the instruction
manual provided for this product.
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with State
and local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling battery 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.
5. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in
accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the instruction manual.
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PARTS CHECK LIST

1. Handset
2. Base Unit
3. Wall Mounting Bracket
4. AC power Adaptor
5. Short Telephone Line Cord
6. Telephone Line Cords (x2)
AM
10:00
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NEW
LINE1 LINE2
00
LINE 1 LINE 2
OFF
ABC
DEF
2
1
3
GHI
MNO
JKL
5
4
6
TUV
PQRS
WXYZ
8
7
9
TONE
OPER
0
REDIAL/PAUSE
PROG
HOLD
FLASH
CONF
INTERCOM
WALL MOUNTING
BRACKET
HANDSET
7. Battery Pack
8. Belt Clip To purchase replacement battery packs, call
VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800­267-7377.
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BASE UNIT
AC POWER ADAPTOR
BATTERY PACK
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
2 WIRE
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
4 WIRE
4
SHORT TELEPHONE
LINE CORD
BELT CLIP

HANDSET UNIT KEYS AND FEATURES

ANTENNA
HEADSET JACK
SELECT
LINE 1 LINE 2
OFF
DEF
ABC
2
4
7
HOLD
1
GHI
PQRS
TONE
PROG
CONF
5
8
0
JKL
TUV
OPER
FLASH
INTERCOM
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
REDIAL/PAUSE
VOLUME UP & DOWN
DISPLAY
BACK KEY
FORWARD KEY SELECT KEY LINE 2 KEY
OFF KEY
LINE 1 KEY DIALING KEYS (0-9)
FLASH KEY REDIAL/PAUSE KEY PROG KEY
HOLD KEY INTERCOM KEY
CONF KEY TONE KEY (T empor ary T one)
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
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BASE UNIT KEYS AND FEATURES

ANTENNA
SPARE BATTERY CHARGER PGM KEY
REDIAL/PAUSE KEY MUTE KEY
HOLD KEY MEM KEY
FLASH KEY
VOLUME UP KEY VOLUME DOWN KEY
LINE 2 KEY OFF KEY
LINE 1 KEY
BASE RINGER SWITCHES
DATA PORT
AC POWER JACK
PHONE CORD JACKS
L 2
TONE/PULSE SWITCH
LINE 2
LINE 2
DC
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SETTING UP YOUR VT 2931

AC OUTLET
+-
DC IN 9V
LINE 2
L1/L1+L2 L2
DC
LINE 2
PRESS and SLIDE DOWNWARD
PLACE THE NEW BATTERY PACK INTO THE BATTER Y COMPAR TMENT
PLEASE NOTE THE CORRECT POSITION OF THE BATTERY PA CK WHEN INSTALLING

1. Plug the AC POWER ADAPTER into a live electrical outlet and the DC POWER CONNECTOR into the back of the Base Unit.

2. Slide the Handset battery cover down, and remove it from the Handset
.
3. Install the BATTERY PACK, with the metal contacts facing down and aligned with the Handset contacts. Replace Handset battery cover.

GETTING STARTED

SIMON JAMES WILD
654532 465929115
NEW
00
LINE 1 LINE 2
OFF
ABC
2
1
GHI
JKL
5
4
TUV
PQRS
8
7
TONE
OPER
0
PROG
HOLD
FLASH
CONF
INTERCOM
SLIDE IN THE BATTERY COVER
4. Place the Handset into the Base Unit
cradle. Make sure the CHARGING light is illuminated. Charge for at least 16
AM
10:00
LINE1 LINE2
DEF
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
REDIAL/PAUSE
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hours before first using the phone.
The Handset can charge face up or down.
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SETTING UP YOUR VT 2931
5. Set the TONE/PULSE switch, located on the antenna side of the Base Unit, to the desired dialing mode. In most areas, TONE is the desired mode.
OFF
BASE RINGER SWITCHES
L1
LOW
RINGER LEVEL
HIGH
OFF
DIAL MODE
L2
L 2
PULSE
HIGH
LOW
TONE
TONE/PULSE SWITCH
TELEPHONE WALL JACK
GETTING STARTED
+-
DC IN 9V
LINE 2
L1/L1+L2 L2
DC
LINE 2
WALL
TELEPHONE WALL JACK
RJ-11
+-
DC IN 9V
LINE 2
L1/L1+L2 L2
DC
LINE 2
RJ-14
TELEPHONE WALL JACK
RJ-14
RJ-11

6. After charging the battery pack, connect the telephone line(s).

I. If you have 2 lines coming out of
a single wall jack:
Connect a 4-wire (RJ-14) phone cord be­tween the wall jack and the phone jack la­beled L1 / L1+L2 .
If you are wall mounting your Base Unit, a short, 4-wire phone cord is provided for your convenience.
II. If you have 2 lines, each coming
out of a separate wall jack:
Connect a phone cord from the wall jack you wish to designate as your LINE1, to the L1 / L1+L2 jack on the back of the phone; next, connect a phone cord from the remaining wall jack to the L2 jack on the phone.
NOTE: You can use your
line phone, as well. For best results, raise the antenna on the Handset and Base Unit when using your telephone.
VT 2931
as a one-
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SETTING UP YOUR VT 2931

SPARE BATTERY CHARGER

The VT 2931 has a built-in Spare Battery Charger, which is located in the cradle of the Base Unit. The spare Battery charger allows you to always have a charged battery pack available, in the event your Handset battery pack runs down.
NOTE: To obtain an optional Spare Battery, contact an authorized VTECH dealer, or by calling VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511 in the U.S.A and VTech Electronics Canada Ltd at 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.
Installation
1. Remove the Spare Battery charger cover by pressing the release tab and lifting up.
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2. Place a battery pack in the Spare Battery charger. Make sure the metal charging contacts on the underside of the battery pack are aligned with the charging contacts in the Spare Battery charger.
GETTING STARTED
3. The SPARE BATTERY LED will then be illuminated.
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4. Close the spare battery cover. Please note that the Spare Battery compartment charges at a slower rate than a battery
pack charging in the Handset. It takes 24 hours to fully charge a battery pack in the Spare Battery charger.
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WALL MOUNTING

The Wall Mounting bracket is designed to fit on standard Wall Mounting plates.
1.Choose a spot near an electrical
outlet and a telephone jack.
Your phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (120v AC). The power cord is six feet long; make sure there is an electrical outlet within
wooden
stud
wallboard
GETTING STARTED

4. Connect the telephone line cord(s).

Insert one end of the telephone line cord(s) into the appropriate jacks on the back of the Base Unit, and the other end into the wall jack(s). For your convenience, a short line cord is provided.
reach of the Base Unit. The outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. If the switch is ever turned off, the phone will not operate.

2. Position the wall mount bracket on the base.

Line up the tabs on the wall mounting
bracket with the holes on the bottom of the base. Snap the wall mounting bracket firmly into place.

3. Mount the base on the wall.

Position the base so the mounting studs will
fit into the holes on the bottom of the base. Position the power cord to extend down the wall. Slide the base down on the mounting studs until it locks into place.

5. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector into the power jack located on the back of the Base Unit.

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BASIC OPERATIONS

DIRECTORY AREA RINGER KEYBEEPS

AREA CODE PROGRAMMING

SELECT
LINE 1 LINE 2
4
7
HOLD
OFF
ABC
JKL
TUV
OPER
FLASH
INTERCOM
DEF
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
REDIAL/PAUSE
2
1
GHI
5
PQRS
8
TONE
0
PROG
CONF
1. Press PROG.
2. Press until AREA is blinking.
3. Press SELECT.
4. HOME should be blinking. If not, press until it blinks.
5. Press SELECT. ENTER AREA CODE is displayed.
6. Enter 000.
7. Press SELECT and continue below.
To benefit from all the Caller ID features of your telephone, you must enter your home area code.
If you live in an area where you dial calls within your own area code by dialing 7 digits (no area code), follow these steps (with the Handset OFF ):
1. Press PROG.
2. Press until AREA is blinking.
3.Press SELECT.
4.HOME should be blinking. If not, press until it blinks.
5. Press SELECT. ENTER AREA CODE is dis­played.
6. Enter your own home area code.
7. Press SELECT.

ALTERNATE METHOD

If you live in an area where all local calls require 10 digits (area code plus phone number, without dialing “1” first:)
BASIC OPERATIONS
You may program up to 5 local area codes. An area code is “local” if you do not dial “1” when you make calls to that area code. In other words, you make calls to “local” area codes by dialing 10 digits (area code plus phone number) without a preceding “1”. This might include your own area code.
1. Press PROG.
2. Press until AREA is blinking.
3. Press SELECT.
4. Press until LOCAL is blinking. Press SELECT.
5. Press until the desired location is blinking (#1…..#5).
6. Press SELECT . ENTER AREA CODE is displayed.
7. Enter a “local” area code.
8. Press SELECT.
9. Press OFF when finished.
NOTE: To replace or edit an existing area code, use the key to delete the existing
digits, and enter the desired area code. Press SELECT when done.
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BASIC OPERATIONS
L 2

KEY BEEPS

Your Handset keys emit a beep as you press them. If you do not want to hear the beep, do the following while the Handset is not in use (on hook) :
1. Press PROG
2. Press until KEYBEEPS is flashing
3. Press SELECT
DIRECTORY AREA RINGER KEYBEEPS
4. Press until OFF is flashing
5. Press SELECT
To turn the keybeep feature ON again, repeat steps 1 through 3. At the fourth step, press until ON is flashing, then press
KEYBEEPS ON
SELECT.

SETTING RINGER

From the Handset

1. Press PROG.
2. Press until RINGER is blinking
3. Press SELECT.
4. Press or to select LINE1 or LINE2.
5. Press SELECT.
BASIC OPERATIONS
There are 4 ringer styles. The current setting is displayed.
6. Press or to hear the other ring styles OR turn the Handset ringer OFF.
7. When the desired ringer type is displayed, press SELECT.

From the Base:

The Base Unit ringer is controlled by switches located on the right edge of the Base. Each line can be set to OFF, LOW, or HIGH volume.
OFF

MAKING CALLS

LINE 1 LINE 2
OFF
From the Handset
1. Press desired LINE key and listen for dial tone.
2. Dial the phone number. The Base Unit will display HAND- SET IN USE, and the corresponding LINE key will blink.
3. Press OFF to end your call.
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Alternate Method

1. Dial the phone number, checking the display for accuracy. If you make a mistake, use the key to backspace.
2. Once you have entered the phone number, press the desired LINE key.
3. Press OFF to end your call.
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