VTech Telecommunications 80 5285 00 Users 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-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. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassemb-ling 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 customer support 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. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

. 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.

STOP!!

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

Your VT20-2437 is a unique cordless, 2.4GHz, Digital Spread Spectrum telephone system, capable of supporting up to 8 Handsets. In addition, by docking your cellular phone in the Base Unit adapter/charger, you can use any system Handset or the Base Unit to make calls using your cellular line. This is an excellent opportunity to take advantage of the liberal ‘nights and weekends’ or ‘unlimited’ calling plans your cellular provider may offer. Using additional Handsets, several people can be using the cordless system at the same time. Some examples:

• One Handset on a call on the HOME Line; another Handset on a call on the CELLULAR Line; while a third Handset is in Intercom mode with the Base Unit.

• Two Handsets conferenced on a HOME Line call; while an additional Handset is on a CELLULAR Line call.

• One Handset in a three-way conference with the HOME and CELLULAR Lines; while two other Handsets are in Intercom mode.

To order additional system Handsets (model# VT20-2439), battery packs, or headsets, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-595-9511.

MENU DRIVEN DISPLAY

The VT20-2437 Handset features a user-friendly display, making it easy to access the many features of this multi-Handset, cordless system. The three black keys, found directly below the LCD screen, are called soft keys. They are called this because their functions change depending on what you're doing-making a call, reviewing Caller ID, adding a name and number to your Phone Book, etc.

For example, when the Handset is in the idle mode, the LCD displays:

In this case, the 3 soft keys access REDIAL, MENU and MEMORY. When the Handset is active, the LCD displays:

In this case, the 3 soft keys access VOLUME, HOLD and MUTE.

Parts Check List

1. Handset

2. Base Unit

3. Handset Charger

4. Belt Clip

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd at 1-800-267-7377.

Handset

5. Battery Pack

6. AC Power Adapter

7. Telephone Line Cord

8. Owner's Manual

Base Unit

Handset Charger

AC Power Adapter

Telephone Line Cord

Belt Clip

Battery Pack

OWNER'S MANUAL

Owner's Manual

The Handset Layout

2 3

5 6

1. Antenna

2. Message Waiting Indicator

3. Earpiece

4. Headset Jack (2.5mm)

5. Scroll/Function Softkeys

6. HOME (Flash)

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

8. Handsfree Speakerphone

9. LCD Display

10. Menu/Function Softkey

11. Off (Clear)

12. CELL (Flash)

13. Battery Compartment(back of Handset)

14. Intercom/Transfer

15. Volume

16. Microphone

The Base Unit Layout

2 3

4 5

6 7 8 9

CORDLESS TELEPHONE

MODEL: 20-2437

DC 7V 900mA

CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY

1. Cellular Adapter Release

2. Headset

3. Redial

4. Mute

5. Flash

6. HOME Line

7. Message Waiting LED

8. Hold

9. Conference

10. Spare Battery LED

TEL. LINE

9V DC

MODEL: 20-2437

REN/IES: xxx

IC: RSS/CNR210

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

HAC

COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR Part 68

FCC ID: EW780-5285-00

REGISTRATION NO.: xxxxxxxxxxxx

RINGER EQUIVALENCE: xxx

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS

SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1)THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE

HARMFUL INTERFERENCE; AND 2)THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY

INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE

UNDESIRED OPERATION. PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE

ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE.

USOC JACK: RJ11C,RJ14C

11. CELLULAR Access

12. Cellular Adapter

13. Page

14. Volume Keys

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

16. Home Line Jack

17. Spare Battery Drawer

18. DC Connector

19. Spare Battery Release

20. Headset Jack

13 14

16 17

Setup

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.

MODEL: 20-2437

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR Part 68

REGISTRATION NO.: xxxxxxxxxxxx

RINGER EQUIVALENCE: xxx

USOC JACK: RJ11C,RJ14C

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS

SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1)THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE

HARMFUL INTERFERENCE; AND 2)THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY

INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE

UNDESIRED OPERATION. PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE

ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE.

MODEL: 20-2437

DC 7V 900mA

CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY

To AC outlet

FCC ID: EW780-5285-00

IC: RSS/CNR210

REN/IES: xxx

HAC

9V DC

TEL. LINE

CORDLESS TELEPHONE

Getting Started

To telephone outlet

AC adapter

To telephone jack

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

Installation of Battery Pack

The original Handset that is shipped with your VT20-2437 system will be automatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1.

As you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, HANDSET 4, etc.

Whenever a charged Handset battery pack is installed, the Handset will automatically begin SEARCHING FOR BASE (if previously registered), or it will prompt you to ENTER BASE ID to register the new Handset. See Registration and Operation for details.

in Handset

Follow the steps below:

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

2. Place the new battery pack in the Handset with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards.

4. If the new battery pack is not already charged, place the Handset in its charger, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. After initial charge, a

maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

Setup

Charging Of Handset Battery Pack

The Handset of your VT20-2437 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is

Getting Started

in its charger.

You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you first receive your phone. You'll know the battery pack needs 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.

IMPORTANT:

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

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

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

4. Do not dispose of this battery pack into household garbage. Contact your local recycling organization for recommended disposal sites.

Connecting to the Telephone (HOME) Line

Connect the supplied modular phone cord between the wall jack and the jack located on the bottom of the Base Unit.

Setup

Installation of your Cellular Handset

Carefully snap your A700 Cellular Handset into the Base Unit docking station. With the back of the cellular handset leaning against the back wall of the docking station, and the front of the A700 facing you, slide the phone down, so that the connecting pins in the docking station lock into the corresponding slots on the bottom of the A700 Cellular Handset.

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NOTE: Your A700 must be docked in the Base Unit and turned ON in order to access any of the cellular features from you VT20-2437 Handset(s) or Base.

While your A700 is docked in the Base Unit, its battery pack will automatically be charged. Notice the icon in the upper left corner of the screen, alternating between a PLUG and a BATTERY.

Getting Started

To remove your A700 from its docking station, carefully tilt it toward you. The phone will release from the locked position.

Setup

Checking for Dial Tone

After the battery is charged, press HOME on the Handset. PHONE ON will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see

In Case of Difficulty.

Getting Started

Tone/Pulse Selection

Your VT20-2437 is set for TONE dialing. See Handset and Base SettingsSELECT TONE/PULSE AT THE BASE UNIT for details.

CAUTION: Use only the Vtech power supply provided with your cordless

phone.

IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:

1. Choose a central location for your Base Unit,

making sure cellular reception is strong at your chosen location.

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 much as possible.

4. Install your telephone equipment away from

heat sources and sunlight.

5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme

cold.

BEFORE USING YOUR HANDSET(S), CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM, COVERING THE DISPLAY.

Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function

The VT20-2437 uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide operational backup in the event of a power failure. With the a fully charged battery pack in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls from the Handset for up to one hour. You may want to use your cellular phone during the power outage in order to conserve battery life, for making and receiving calls on your VT20-2437 using your HOME line.

The spare battery pack can also be used to replace a drained handset battery, ensuring uninterrupted use.

NOTE :

When using the VT20-2437 during Power Backup mode, audio quality may be compromised due to reduced power availability. In addition, Base Speakerphone volume is limited to conserve battery life.

1. Open the spare battery charger by pressing the release button, located on the left-hand side of the Base Unit. A drawer will open to reveal the spare battery compartment.

2. Place a battery pack in the drawer with the charge contacts facing up and to the right.

3. Push the drawer closed.

The spare battery takes 24 hours to fully charge a drained battery.

CORDLESS TELEPHONE

MODEL: 20-2437

DC 7V 900mA

CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY

TEL. LINE

9V DC

HAC

REN/IES: xxx

IC: RSS/CNR210

FCC ID: EW780-5285-00

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS

SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: 1)THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE

HARMFUL INTERFERENCE; AND 2)THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY

INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE

UNDESIRED OPERATION. PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE

ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE.

MODEL: 20-2437

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

MANUFACTURED IN CHINA

COMPLIES WITH 47 CFR Part 68

REGISTRATION NO.: xxxxxxxxxxxx

RINGER EQUIVALENCE: xxx

USOC JACK: RJ11C,RJ14C

Getting Started

BATTERY

CAUTION: TO

INSTALL THIS

REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,

SIDE UP

USE ONLY VTECH

80-5017-00-00

Registration and Operation

Registration And Operation Of The VTech VT20-2439 Accessory Handset

Your VTech 20-2437 system can register up to 8 Handsets.

Getting Started

The VTECH accessory Handset consists of the following:

Handset

Belt Clip

Battery Pack

Handset Charger

Setup Of The VT20-2439 Accessory Handset

1. Plug the AC power adapter into

an electrical outlet.

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

3. Place the new battery pack in the

Handset, with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment.

4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upward.

5. Place the Handset in the Charge Cradle, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient.

Registration and Operation

NOTE: Your Handset that comes with the VT20-2437 system is registered to the Base at the factory. The following steps are for registration of additional Handsets (model# VT20-2439):

Enter Base ID Code into the Handset

1. After charging the Handset, remove it from its Charge Cradle; the screen will display:

alternating with this screen:

2. If, after charging the Handset, you see:

3. Press NEW. You will now see the ENTER BASE ID screen as described in step 1.

4. Find the BASE ID Code, located on the bottom of the Base Unit.

5. Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset; then press OK.

46 005062 457731 3

BS ID

Getting Started

6. Wait approximately 15 to 60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the Base and Handset. The newly registered Handset will now assign itself the lowest handset number not previously assigned to a different system Handset (1 through 8).

7. If the Handset displays REJECTED BY BASE or continues to display SEARCHING FOR BASE for well beyond 60 seconds, try the registration process again by repeating the above steps.

Note : Base ID codes are 15 digits long and can include the following characters :

0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, * , or # .

Handset Icons

Handset and Base Indicators

Icon

Basic Operation

Description

In Use indicator On steady when a parallel set is in use. On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, H 02 indicates that Base (0) and Handset 2 are on a call using the HOME line.

Intercom indicator On steady with the extension numbers currently on an

intercom call. For example, Handset 2 are on an intercom call.

Battery indicator (Only in Handset) Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is charging. Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.

Enhanced Mode indicator On steady when active Handset is in Enhanced mode.

Mute indicator On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.

Hold indicator On steady when the line is on hold.

Handset Registration indicator (Only in Handset)

FF is displayed when a Handset is either not registered,

or is searching for a Base unit.

02 indicates that the Base and

Cell Phone in Data session

A registered Handset is accessing cell phone data (e.g., Address Book)

Handset Lights

Light

Message Waiting

Base Lights

Light

HOME Line Message Waiting

Home

Cellular

Mute

Power/Power Backup

Headset

Handset and Base Indicators

Description

• Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company.

Description

• Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company.

• Glows when HOME line is in use.

• Slowly flashes when another telephone on the same line (parallel extension) is in use, or when the call is on hold.

• Flashes rapidly to indicate an incoming call.

• Glows when CELLULAR line is in use.

• Slowly flashes when the call is on hold.

• Flashes rapidly to indicate an incoming call.

• Lights when Base microphone is muted.

• On when Base Unit is receiving power.

• Flashes slowly when system is in Power Backup mode.

• Blinks momentarily when a battery pack is installed in the Base Unit charger.

• Lights when the Headset option Unit.

is in use on the Base

Basic Operation

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