VTech Telecommunications 80-5348-03 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).
4. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
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 an 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.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact VTECH 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 follo wing the oper ating 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.
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Important Safety Instructions
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 this or any cordless 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
STOP!!
Customer Support Center at
1-800-595-9511
In Canada, call
1-800-267-7377
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Introduction
This is an advanced cordless telephone, capable of supporting 2 Handsets.
This manual is designed to familiarize you with this cordless telephone. We strongly
recommend you read the manual before using your phone.
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
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Parts Check List
1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. Handset Charger
4. Base AC Power Adapter
5. Telephone Line Cord
To purchase replacement battery cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at
1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at
1-800-267-7377.
Note: Use only VTech batter ies P/N 80-5380-00-00 or equivalent AAA NiMH
rechargeable batteries.
6. Belt Clip
7. Base Wall Mounting Bracket
8. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket
9. Owner’s Manual
10. 6 AAA Cells
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The Handset Layout
1. Antenna
2. Earpiece
3. V olume Control
4. CID
5. On (Flash)
6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)
7. Redial (Pause)
8. Speakerphone
9. LCD Display
10. Select (Menu)
11. Phonebook
12. Headset jack (2.5mm)
13. Off (Clear)
14. Intercom
15. Mute (Delete)
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The Base Unit Layout
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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.
2. Choose the location f or your Handset Charger, and plug its power supply into
an electrical outlet.
Getting Started
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Installation of Battery Cells in Handset
Follow the steps below:
Setup
Getting Started
1. Remove the battery cover by pressing
on the indent and sliding downward.
2. Place the new battery cells in the
Handset with the positive and
negative poles aligned in the
battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover by sliding
it upwards.
4. If the new battery cells are 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.
Charging of the Handset Battery Cells
The Handset of your cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable battery
cells. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in its charger.
Y ou 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 battery cell in a fire, the cell may explode.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery cell. Toxic substances may be released,
causing harm to eyes or skin.
3. Exercise care in handling battery cell 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 cell into household garbage. Please refer to the
information concerning proper battery recycling.
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Setup
5. Do not charge the battery cell with other electrical device.
Connecting to phone line
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the Base
Unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall
jack.
Checking for dial tone
After the battery is charged, press ON on the Handset. The Phone icon will
appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see In Case of
Difficulty.
T one/Pulse selection
Your phone is preset for tone dialing. See B ASE SETTINGS for details .
CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.
Getting Started
IMPORTANT:
FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF
YOUR
CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:
1. Choose a central location for your Base
Unit.
2. Install your Base Unit and Extension
Handsets way 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.
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Wall Mounting
The Wall Mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates
only. Wall mounting is optional.
1. Plug the AC adapters into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the
bottom of the Base Unit.
Getting Started
2. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit,
and the other end to the wall jack.
3. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapters with the holes on the bottom of
the Base Unit/back of the Handset Charger. Snap the wall mount bracket
firmly in place.
4. Mount the Base Unit/Handset Charger on the wall. Position the Base Unit/
Handset Charger so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall
mount bracket. Slide Base Unit/Handset Charger down on the mounting studs
until it locks into place.
Handset and Base Indicators
Handset Icons
Icon Description
MUTE
NEW
18/8818:88PM
• Turns on when the microphone is muted
• Turns on when there are new call log entries.
• CID date and time information
• Turns on when the ringer is muted.
• Low battery indicator and charging indicator
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