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Models: CS6228-3/CS6228-6/ CS6229/CS6229-2/ CS6229-3/CS6229-4/ CS6229-5

Congratulations

on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this telephone, please read the Important safety instructions on page 47 of this manual. This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting necessary to install and operate your new VTech telephone. Please review this manual thoroughly to ensure proper installation and operation of this innovative and feature rich VTech product. For support, shopping, and everything new at VTech, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com. In Canada, please visit www.vtechcanada.com.
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Table of contents
Getting started.1 Parts checklist..1 Telephone base and charger installation..2 Battery installation and charging..3 Installation options..4 Table top to wall mount. installation..4 Wall mount to table top. installation..5 Handset layout..6 Telephone base layout.7 Telephone settings.8 Ringer volume (handset).8 Ringer tone..8. Key tone..8 LCD language..9 Set date/time.9 Clear voicemail.10. Home area code.10. Answering system settings..11 Answering system set up.11 Number of rings..11. Remote code..11 Message alert tone.11 Announcement..12 Play your announcement.12 Record your own announcement..12 Delete your announcement.12 Telephone operation..13. Make a call..13 Make a predial call..13 Answer a call.13 End a call.13. Speakerphone information..13 Volume..13 Mute..14 Ringer mute.14. Call waiting..14 ii Find handset.14 Chain dialing.15 Multiple handset use.16 Intercom..16 Answer an incoming call during an intercom call.16. Share an outside call.17. Directory..18 Store a directory entry.19. Character chart..20 Search the directory..21 Alphabetical search.21. Dial a directory entry.21 Edit a directory entry.22 Delete from the directory.22. About caller ID..23. Call log..24 Missed calls indicator..25 Review the call log.25 Make a call log entry ready to dial..26 Dial a call log entry.26 Save a call log entry to the directory..26 Delete from the call log..27 Call log display screen messages..27. Redial list..28. Dial a redial entry.28 Delete from redial.28 Answering system operation.29. Answering system and voicemail..29 Message capacity..29 Turn the answering system on or off..30. Call screening..30 Call intercept.30 Telephone base ringer volume.30. New message indication.31 Message playback..31 Delete all messages..32 Record and play memos.32
Record a memo..32. Message window displays..33 Remote access..34 Appendix.35 Handset display screen messages..35. Handset and telephone base indicators..37 Battery...38 Expand your telephone system.39. Add and register a handset (optional)..39 Replace a handset..40 Troubleshooting..41. Important safety instructions..47. Operating range.48 Maintenance..48. About cordless telephones.49 The RBRC seal.49. Warranty..50 FCC, ACTA and IC regulations.52 Technical specifications.54 Index..55

Getting started

Parts checklist
Your telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
Charger and charger adapter
(1 for CS6229-2, 2 for CS6228-3 and CS6229-3, 3 for CS6229-4, 4 for CS6229-5, and 5 for CS6228-6)

Handset

(1 for CS6229, 2 for CS6229-2, 3 for CS6228-3 and CS6229-3, 4 for CS6229-4, 5 for CS6229-5, and 6 for CS6228-6)

Wall bracket

Battery Telephone base power adapter

Telephone line cord

Battery compartment cover

Wall mount to table top installation
1. If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie them first. 2. Lift the telephone base up to detach it from the black plastic wall bracket. Unplug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) from the wall. Unplug the power adapter from the power outlet. 3. See Telephone base and charger installation on page 2.

Handset layout

CHARGE light On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger. (Directory) Press to enter the directory when the telephone is not in use. While in a menu, press to scroll up. During a call, press to raise the listening volume. (Speakerphone) P ress to switch between speakerphone and handset. /FLASH Press to make or answer a call. D uring a call, press to receive an incoming call when you receive a call waiting alert. 1 W hile reviewing a call log entry, press repeatedly to add or remove 1 in front of the telephone number before dialing or saving it in the directory. CID (caller ID) P ress to review the call log when the telephone is not in use. While in a menu, press to scroll down. During a call, press to lower the listening volume. MENU/SELECT P ress to show the menu. W hile in a menu, press to select an item, or save an entry or setting. OFF/CLEAR D uring a call, press to hang up. W hile the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer temporarily. P ress and hold while the telephone is not in use to erase the missed calls indicator. D uring programming, press to exit without making changes. INT (intercom) Press to initiate an intercom conversation or transfer a call. MUTE/REMOVE While on a call, press to mute the microphone. W hile reviewing the call log or directory, press to delete an individual entry. P ress to delete digits when predialing.
Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when reviewing a call log entry. REDIAL/PAUSE P ress to review the redial list. W hile dialing or entering numbers into the directory, press and hold to insert a dialing pause.

Telephone base layout

Message window Shows the number of messages and other answering system information (page 33).
X/DELETE Press to delete the message currently playing (page 31). When the phone is not in use, press twice to delete all previously reviewed messages (page 32). /PLAY/STOP Press to play messages (page 31). Press to stop message playback (page 31). /SKIP Press to skip to the next message (page 31). IN USE light Flashes when there is an incoming call, or another telephone sharing the same line is in use. On when the handset is in use. VOICEMAIL light Flashes when you have new voicemail, a service offered by your telephone company.

/REPEAT Press to repeat a message or press twice to play previous message (page 31). VOL Press to adjust the volume during playback (page 31). When the phone is not in use, press to adjust the telephone base ringer volume (page 30). FIND HANDSET Press to page all system handsets. ANS ON/OFF Press to turn the answering system on or off (page 30).

Telephone settings

Ringer volume (handset)
You can set the ringer volume or turn the ringer off. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >RINGER VOLUME, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to adjust the volume. A sample of each ringer volume plays as you scroll through the choices. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
>RINGER VOLUME RINGER TONE

RINGER VOLUME

Setting the volume to the lowest level turns off the ringer. A ringer off icon appears. See page 30 to set the telephone base ringer volume.

Ringer tone

You can choose from different ringer tones. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >RINGER TONE, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select the desired ringer tone. A sample of each ringer tone plays as you scroll through the choices. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.

>RINGER TONE KEY TONE

RINGER TONE 1
If you turn off the ringer volume, you will not hear ringer tone samples.

Key tone

You can turn the key tone on or off. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >KEY TONE, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to choose ON or OFF. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
>KEY TONE LCD LANGUAGE

KEY TONE ON

LCD language
You can select ENGLISH, FRANAIS or ESPAOL to be used in all screen displays. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >LCD LANGUAGE, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to scroll through the choices. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
>LCD LANGUAGE SET DATE/TIME

LCD LANGUAGE ENGLISH

Set date/time
T he answering system announces the day and time of the message prior to playing it. Before using the answering system, set the date and time as follows. If you subscribe to caller ID service, the >SET DATE/TIME date and time are set automatically with each incoming call. CLR VOICEMAIL The year must be correct so that the day of the week can be calculated from the caller ID information. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the SET DATE handset is not in use. 12/25/08 2. Press or to select >SET DATE/TIME, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press the dialing keys (0-9) to enter a two-digit number or press or until the screen displays the correct SET TIME 03:18 AM value. Press MENU/SELECT to advance. 4. Repeat step 3 until the date and time are set.

If the other handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, is in use, or is out of range, your originating handset screen shows UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN and returns to idle mode.
Answer an incoming call during an intercom call
If you receive an incoming outside call during an intercom call, there is an alert tone. To answer the call, press /FLASH. The intercom call ends automatically. To end the intercom call without answering the incoming call, press OFF/CLEAR. 16

Share an outside call

You can call another system handset to join an outside call. That call continues even if you hang up. 1. During a call, press INT. The other handset rings. The outside call is put on hold. If you have a two-handset system, your handset screen shows CALLING OTHER HANDSET. The other handset rings and its screen shows OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING. If you have more than two handsets, your screen shows TRANSFER TO:. Use the dialing keys to select the other handset. Your screen then shows CALLING HANDSET X. The other handset rings and its screen shows HANDSET X IS CALLING. 2. To answer the call on the other handset, press /FLASH, , INT, or any dialing keys (0-9, #, *). The outside call is still on hold and both handsets now show INTERCOM. You can now have a private conversation between the system handsets.

TRANSFER TO:

CALLING HANDSET X

HANDSET X IS CALLING

INTERCOM
If you want to cancel an intercom call and reconnect to the outside call before the other handset answers, press /FLASH, or INT on your originating handset. If the other handset does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, is in use, or is out of range, your originating handset screen shows UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN and reconnects to the outside call automatically.
3. From this intercom call, you have the following options: You can let the other handset join you on the outside call in a three-way conversation. Press and hold INT on your originating handset. You can transfer the call. Press OFF/CLEAR, or place your handset back in the telephone base or charger. Your screen shows CALL TRANSFERED. The other handset is automatically connected to the outside call. You can alternate between the outside call (OUTSIDE CALL appears on the screen) and the intercom call (INTERCOM appears on the screen). Press INT repeatedly on your originating handset. The other person can leave the intercom call by pressing OFF/CLEAR, or placing the other handset back in the telephone base or charger. The outside call continues with the original system handset.

Directory

The directory can store up to 50 entries with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. When there are no records in the directory, the screen shows DIRECTORY EMPTY. When the directory is full and you try to save an entry, the screen shows LIST FULL. If you try to save a number already stored in the directory, the screen shows ALREADY SAVED. If the telephone number in the directory exceeds 15 digits, <* appears in front of the telephone number. Press * to move towards the end of the telephone number or press # to move towards the beginning of the telephone number. Only one handset can review the directory at a time. If a handset tries to enter the directory while another handset is already in it, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears.
Directory entries are shared by all system handsets. Any additions, deletions or edits made on one handset affect the directory on all handsets.

DIRECTORY EMPTY

LIST FULL

ALREADY SAVED

ELIZABETH JONES <* 180012345678
ELIZABETH JONES <* 800123456 #>
ELIZABETH JONES 123456789012 #>

Store a directory entry

Use the following steps to store an entry in the directory. 1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. >DIRECTORY 2. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press CALL LOG MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select >STORE, then press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows ENTER NUMBER. >STORE 4. Use the dialing keys to enter the number. REVIEW Press MUTE/REMOVE to backspace and erase a digit. Press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to erase the ENTER NUMBER entire entry. Press to move the cursor to the left or to the right. Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (p appears). ENTER NAME _ - ORCopy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL/PAUSE and then , or REDIAL/PAUSE to select a number. Press MENU/SELECT to copy the number. 5. Press MENU/SELECT to move to the name. The screen shows ENTER NAME. 6. Use the dialing keys (see page 20) to enter the name using the method explained in step 4 above. Press # to insert a space. 7. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm.

Character chart

Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes the characters to be displayed in the following order:

The caller ID information might not be available for every incoming call. The callers might intentionally block their names and/or telephone numbers. For call log entries with numbers between 16 and 23 digits, in order to view the entire number, you must save the entry to the directory (see page 26). If the phone number has more than 24 digits, it is not saved or shown in the call log.

Missed calls indicator

When there are unreviewed calls in the call log, the handset shows XX MISSED CALL(S). Each time you review a call log entry marked NEW, the number of missed calls decreases by one. When you have reviewed all the missed calls, the missed calls indicator no longer shows. If you do not want to review the missed calls one by one, press and hold OFF/CLEAR to erase the missed calls indicator. All the entries are then considered old and kept in the call log.
HANDSET X XX MISSED CALLS
VTECH 800-595-9511 3:45 AM 1/02

Review the call log

1. Press CID when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to browse through the call log. -OR1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >CALL LOG, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select >REVIEW, then press MENU/SELECT. 4. Press or to browse through the call log.
>CALL LOG RINGER VOLUME
The name (if available), telephone number, date and time of all incoming calls are shown on the screen. You hear a double beep when the list reaches the beginning or end of the call log.
Make a call log entry ready to dial
Although the call log entries received have 10 digits (the area code plus the seven-digit number), in some areas, you might need to dial only the seven digits, or 1 plus the seven digits, or 1 plus the area code plus the seven digits. You can change the number of digits that you dial from the call log and store to the directory. 800-595-9511 While reviewing the call log, press # repeatedly to show 1-800-595-9511 595-9511 different dialing options for local and long distance 1-595-9511 numbers before dialing or saving the telephone number in the directory. 595-9511 Press 1 repeatedly if you need to add or remove 1 in front 1-595-9511 of the telephone number before dialing or saving it in the directory. 800-595-9511 When the number is shown in the correct format for dialing, 1-800-595-9511 press /FLASH or to call the number.

Dial a call log entry

1. When in the call log, press or to browse. 2. Press /FLASH or to dial the entry.
Save a call log entry to the directory
1. When in the call log, press or to browse. EDIT NUMBER 595-9511_ 2. Press MENU/SELECT to select an entry. The screen displays EDIT NUMBER. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the number. Press MUTE/REMOVE to backspace and erase digit. a Press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to erase the entire entry. Press to move the cursor to the left or to the right. Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (p appears). Copy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL/PAUSE and then , or REDIAL/PAUSE to select a number. Press MENU/SELECT to copy the number. EDIT NAME 4. Press MENU/SELECT to move to the name. The screen VTECH_ displays EDIT NAME. Use the dialing keys (see page 20) to edit the name using the same method as explained in step 3 above. Press # to insert a space. 5. Press MENU/SELECT to save. If the entry is already saved in the directory, the handset shows ALREADY SAVED. If there is no caller ID information, the handset shows UNABLE TO SAVE. 26

Delete from the call log

To delete one entry: 1. When in the call log, press or to browse. 2. Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete the selected entry. To delete all entries: 1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >CALL LOG, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select >DEL ALL CALLS, then press MENU/SELECT. 4. The screen shows DELETE ALL CALLS? Press MENU/SELECT to confirm.

DELETE ALL CALLS?

Call log display screen messages

Displays

PRIVATE NAME PRIVATE NUMBER PRIVATE CALLER UNKNOWN NAME UNKNOWN NUMBER UNKNOWN CALLER LONG DISTANCE
The caller is blocking the name. The caller is blocking the telephone number. The caller is blocking the name and number. This callers name is unavailable. This callers number is unavailable. No information is available about this caller. It is a long distance call.
OR L (before the callers number)

Redial list

The telephone stores the five most recently dialed numbers. When there are already five entries, the oldest entry is deleted to make room for the new entry. Entries are shown in reverse chronological order. Press REDIAL/PAUSE to browse the redial list.

Dial a redial entry

1. Press REDIAL/PAUSE, then , or REDIAL/PAUSE to browse. You hear a double beep when it reaches the beginning or end of the redial list. 2. Press /FLASH or to dial the number.

Delete from redial

1. Press REDIAL/PAUSE, then , or REDIAL/PAUSE to browse. 2. Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete the selected entry.
Answering system operation
Answering system and voicemail
Your telephone has both a digital answering system and voicemail indication. Most telephone companies offer voicemail service (fees may apply). Your telephones answering system and voicemail indication are independent features, and each alerts you to new messages differently. For more information on the voicemail indicators, see page 10. To listen to your voicemail, follow the instructions provided by your voicemail service provider. To listen to messages recorded on your digital answering system, see page 31. If you subscribe to a voicemail service through your telephone service provider, you can use your telephone answering system and voicemail together. If you are on a call, or the answering system is busy and you receive another call, the second caller can leave a voicemail message. Set your answering system to answer calls at least two rings earlier than your voicemail is set to answer. For example, set your voicemail to answer calls after six rings and set your answering system to answer after four rings.
Some telephone companies program the delay before answering calls in seconds instead of rings; in this case, allow six seconds per ring when determining the appropriate setting.

Message capacity

The answering system can record and store up to 99 messages. Each message can be up to four minutes in length. The total storage capacity for the announcement, messages and memos is approximately 14 minutes. The actual recording time depends on individual message characteristics. Messages remain available for replay until you delete them.
Turn the answering system on or off
The answering system must be turned on to answer and record messages. When the answering system is turned on, the ANS ON/OFF light on the telephone base will be on and ANS ON will display on the handset. To turn on or off with the telephone base: Press ANS ON/OFF to turn the answering system on or off. If the answering system is turned on, it announces, Calls will be answered. If the answering system is turned off, it announces, Calls will not be answered. To turn on or off with a handset: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. 3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANSWER ON/OFF. 5. Press or to choose ON or OFF, then press MENU/SELECT.

Call screening

You can listen at the telephone base to a caller leaving a message. If you want to turn off the call screening feature, set the telephone base volume to zero. Remember to raise the volume in order to hear your messages during playback.

Call intercept

If you want to talk to the person whose message is being recorded, press /FLASH on the handset.
Telephone base ringer volume
Press VOL or VOL on the telephone base to adjust the ringer volume when the telephone is not in use. When you set the ringer volume to zero, the base ringer is off and the system announces, Base ringer is off.
See page 8 to set the handset ringer volume.

New message indication

The message window on the telephone base flashes and shows on the handset when there are new answering system messages. If the new message alert tone is turned on, the telephone base beeps every 10 seconds when there are unreviewed messages.

Message playback

If you have new messages, the telephone plays only the new messages (oldest first). If there are no new messages, the telephone plays back all messages (oldest first). When playback begins, you hear the total number of messages followed by the day and time of the message. After the last message, the telephone announces, End of messages. To play messages with the telephone base: 1. Press /PLAY/STOP to listen to messages. Options during playback: Press VOL to adjust the speaker volume. Press /SKIP to skip to the next message. Press /REPEAT to repeat the message currently playing. Press /REPEAT twice to listen to the previous message. Press X/DELETE to delete the current message. The system advances to the next message. Press /PLAY/STOP to stop. To play messages with a handset: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. 3. Press MENU/SELECT to select >PLAY MSGS. Options during playback: Press VOL to adjust the speaker volume. Press 6 to skip to the next message. Press 4 to repeat the message currently playing. Press 4 twice to listen to the previous message. Press 3 to delete the current message. The system advances to the next message. Press 5 to stop.

NEW VOICEMAIL

NO LINE NO SIGNAL, CALL ENDED NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME OUTSIDE CALL **PAGING** PHONE PLACE IN CHARGER
There is no telephone line connected. Communication between handset and telephone base is lost during a call. One handset is already viewing the call log or directory and another handset attempts to review it. Connected to the external call during call transfer. The cordless handset locator is activated. The handset is on a call. The battery is very low. Place the handset in the telephone base or charger for recharging. The ringer is muted temporarily during an incoming call. Your selection has been saved. The handset speakerphone is in use. You have attempted to make an intercom call, but the handset you are calling is in the directory, in the call log, out of range or on an outside call. You are attempting to save a caller ID entry with no name or number. There are unreviewed calls in your call log.
RINGER MUTE SAVED SPEAKER UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN
UNABLE TO SAVE XX MISSED CALLS
Handset and telephone base indicators Handset lights
On when the handset speakerphone is in use. CHARGE On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger.

Telephone base lights

IN USE Flashes when there is an incoming call or another telephone sharing the same line is in use. On when the handset is in use. Flashes when you have new voicemail from your telephone company. On when the answering system is on.

VOICEMAIL ANS ON/OFF

Handset icons
ANS ON MUTE Answering system is turned on. Microphone is muted. Handset ringer off. New answering system messages.
Message number currently playing and total number of messages recorded. New call log entries. New voicemail received from the telephone company. Speakerphone is in use. Cycles (low, medium, and full) when the handset battery is charging. Flashes when the battery is low and needs charging. Solid when the battery is fully charged. 37

NEW VOICEMAIL SPEAKER

(Battery indicator)

Battery

It takes up to 16 hours for the battery to be fully charged. When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operation While in handset use (talking*) While in speakerphone mode (talking*) While not in use (standby**) Operating time Up to eight hours Up to five hours Up to six days

*Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery. **Handset is not charging or in use. The battery needs charging when: A new battery is installed in the handset. The handset beeps. A battery is properly installed and the screen is blank. LOW BATTERY or PLACE IN CHARGER shows on the handset screen.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions: Use only the battery(ies) provided or equivalent. To order a replacement, visit our website at www. vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 (800) 267-7377. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and might cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte might be toxic if swallowed. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conductive materials. Charge the battery(ies) provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this manual. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and metallic contacts. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to water or any type of moisture.
Expand your telephone system
The handsets provided with your telephone system are pre-registered. Each handset is assigned a number that shows on the handset display. Additional handsets registered to the telephone system are assigned in sequential order. For instance, if the telephone system already has HANDSET 1 and HANDSET 2, the new registered handset is assigned HANDSET 3. This telephone system accommodates up to 12 handsets.
Add and register a handset (optional)
You can add new handsets (CS6209, purchased separately) to your telephone system, but each handset must be registered with the telephone base before use. When first purchased, each expansion handset shows NOT REGISTERED. To make registration easier, read all of the instructions on this page before you begin. If the handset screen does not show LOW BATTERY or HANDSET X, you will need to charge the handset for at least five minutes before registering to the telephone base. To register a handset: 1. Place the unregistered handset in the telephone base or charger. If PRESS FIND HS 4 SEC ON BASE does not appear on the handset screen after a few seconds, remove the handset and place it in the telephone base or charger again. 2. On the telephone base, press and hold FIND HANDSET for about four seconds (until the red IN USE light on the telephone base turns on) and then release the button. The handset shows PLEASE WAIT. and it takes about 10 seconds to complete the registration. The handset shows HANDSET X REGISTERED (X represents the handset number assigned) and you hear a beep when the registration completes.

If the registration fails, the handset shows NOT REGISTERED. To reset the handset, remove the handset from the telephone base and place it back in. Try the registration process again. You cannot register a handset if any other system handset is in use.

Replace a handset

If you want to replace a handset or re-assign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must de-register all the handsets and then individually register each handset. To make de-registration easier, read all of the instructions on this page before you begin. To de-register all handsets: 1. Press and hold FIND HANDSET on the telephone base for about 10 seconds (until the IN USE light on the telephone base turns on and starts to flash), then release FIND HANDSET. 2. Press and release FIND HANDSET again. You must press FIND HANDSET while the IN USE light is still flashing. The IN USE light flashes for approximately seven seconds. 3. All system handsets show CONNECTING. The de-registration process takes about 10 seconds to complete. All handsets show NOT REGISTERED when the de-registration completes. If de-registration fails, you might need to reset the telephone and try again. To reset: /FLASH. 1. Pick up the registered handset and then press 2. Press OFF/CLEAR and place the handset back in the telephone base. -OR1. Unplug the power from the telephone base, then plug it back in.
You cannot de-register a handset if any system handset is in use.

Troubleshooting

If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com, or call 1 (800) 595-9511; in Canada, call 1 (800) 267-7377. My telephone does not work at all.
Make sure the battery is installed and charged correctly (page 3). For optimum daily performance, return the handset to the telephone base or charger after use. Make sure the power adapter is securely plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the telephone base and the telephone wall jack. Unplug the electrical power to the telephone base. Wait for approximately 15 seconds, then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to synchronize. Charge the battery in the handset for up to 16 hours. If the battery is completely depleted, it can take up to 10 minutes to charge the handset before PLACE IN CHARGER or LOW BATTERY appears on the screen (page 3). Remove and re-insert the battery. If that still does not work, it might be necessary to purchase a new battery. Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack and plug in a working telephone. If the other telephone does not work, the problem is probably in the wiring or the local service. Call the local telephone company.
Low Battery shows on screen.
Place the handset in the telephone base or charger for recharging. Remove and re-install the battery and use it until fully depleted, then recharge the handset in the telephone base or charger for up to 16 hours. If the above measures do not correct the problem, replace the battery.

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Operating range
This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or office. When the handset is out of range, the handset displays CONNECTING. If there is a call while the handset is out of range, it might not ring, or if it does ring, the call might not connect well when you press /FLASH. Move closer to the telephone base, then press /FLASH to answer the call. If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there might be interference. To improve reception, move closer to the telephone base.

Maintenance

Taking care of your telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, take caution when using electrical appliances during storms. Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind. Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in the water. If the telephone base should fall into the water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORD FROM THE WALL. Then remove the telephone by the unplugged cords.
About cordless telephones
Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those on corded telephones. Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical outlet. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged or switched off, or if the electrical power is interrupted. Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to televisions and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do not place the telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR often reduces or eliminates the interference. Rechargeable batteries: Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conducting material such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm. Observe proper polarity between the battery and the battery charger. Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.

Weight

Power requirements Memory
Add a handset 39 Alphabetical search 21 Announcement 12 Answer a call 13 Answering system 29

Find handset 14

Battery 3, 38
Handset display screen messages 35 Handset icons 37 Handset lights 37 Home area code 10
Caller ID 23 Call intercept 30 Call log 24 Call log display screen messages 27 Call screening 30 Call waiting 14 Chain dialing 15 Character chart 20 Charging 3 Clear voicemail 10
Important safety instructions 47 Intercom 16

Key tone 8

Language 9
Date and time 9 Delete answering system messages 32 Delete from redial 28 Delete from the call log 27 Delete from the directory 22 Dial a call log entry 26 Dial a directory entry 21 Dial a redial entry 28 Dialing pause 19, 22, 26 Directory 18 DSL filter 2
Maintenance 48 Make a call 13 Make a call log entry ready to dial 26 Message alert tone 11 Message capacity 29 Message playback 31 Message window displays 33 Missed calls indicator 25 Mute 14
New message indication 31 Number of rings 11
Edit a directory entry 22 End a call 13 Expand your telephone system 39

Operating range 48

Parts checklist 1 Play your announcement 12 Predialing 13

Volume 8, 13

Record and play memos 32 Record announcement 12 Redial list 28 Register a handset 39 Remote access 34 Remote code 11 Review the call log 25 Ringer mute 14 Ringer tone 8 Ringer volume 8
Wall mount installation 4 Warranty 50
Save a call log entry to the directory 26 Search the directory 21 Share an outside call 17 Speakerphone 13 Store a directory entry 19 Store from redial 19
Technical specifications 54 Telephone base installation 2 Telephone base lights 37 Transfer a call 17 Troubleshooting 41
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Charge light

BT183348/BT283348
When the screen shows LOW BATTERY, the backlight is off. If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage. To purchase replacement batteries, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 (800) 267-7377.

Installation options

Your telephone base is ready for table top use. If you want to mount your telephone on a wall, use the provided wall bracket to connect with a standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. If you do not have this mounting plate, you can purchase one from many hardware or consumer electronics retailers. You may need a professional to install the mounting plate.
Table top to wall mount installation
1. Position the telephone base as shown below. Insert the extended tabs (marked B) of the wall bracket into the slots on the back of the telephone base (marked B). Push the telephone base down until it clicks into place. 2. If you are using a DSL filter, plug the line cord into the filter now. Route the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) through the wall bracket hole. Route the power cord out of the bottom of the telephone. 3. Plug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) into the wall jack. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet not controlled by a wall switch. 4. Align the holes on the bracket with the standard wall plate and slide the bracket down until it locks securely. Bundle the telephone line cord and power adapter cord neatly with twist ties. 1 2
Wall mount to table top installation
1. If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie them first. 2. Lift the telephone base up to detach it from the black plastic wall bracket. Unplug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) from the wall. Unplug the power adapter from the power outlet. 3. See Telephone base and charger installation on page 2.

Handset layout

CHARGE light On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger. (Directory) Press to enter the directory when the telephone is not in use. While in a menu, press to scroll up. During a call, press to raise the listening volume. (Speakerphone) P ress to switch between speakerphone and handset. /FLASH Press to make or answer a call. D uring a call, press to receive an incoming call when you receive a call waiting alert. 1 W hile reviewing a call log entry, press repeatedly to add or remove 1 in front of the telephone number before dialing or saving it in the directory. CID (caller ID) P ress to review the call log when the telephone is not in use. While in a menu, press to scroll down. During a call, press to lower the listening volume. MENU/SELECT P ress to show the menu. W hile in a menu, press to select an item, or save an entry or setting. OFF/CLEAR D uring a call, press to hang up. W hile the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer temporarily. P ress and hold while the telephone is not in use to erase the missed calls indicator. D uring programming, press to exit without making changes. INT (intercom) Press to initiate an intercom conversation or transfer a call. MUTE/REMOVE While on a call, press to mute the microphone. W hile reviewing the call log or directory, press to delete an individual entry. P ress to delete digits when predialing.

Your telephone service provider may alert you to new messages with a stutter (broken) dial tone. Contact your telephone service provider for details. Voicemail is different from answering system messages recorded in your answering system. For more information about the difference, see page 29.

Home area code

If you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required), you can program your home area code so that when you receive a call within your local area, the telephone number >HOME AREA CODE is automatically stored without the area code in the call log. ANS. SYSTEM 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >HOME AREA CODE, then press HOME AREA CODE MENU/SELECT. The stored home area code appears 800 with the last digit flashing. 3. Use the dialing keys to enter the desired home area code. Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete a digit. Press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to delete the entire entry. 4. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm.
If, in the future, your telephone service provider requires you to dial the area code when making a local call, delete the home area code you have already programmed by pressing MUTE/REMOVE. After you have deleted the programmed home area code, ___ appears.
Answering system settings

Answering system set up

Use a system handset to change your answering system settings.

Number of rings

You can choose from two, four, or six rings; or toll saver. With toll saver selected, the answering system answers after two rings when you have new messages, and after four rings when you have no new messages. This enables you to check for new messages and avoid paying unnecessary long distance charges if you are calling from out of your local area. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. 3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. 4. Press or to select ># OF RINGS, then press MENU/SELECT. 5. Press or to choose from 2, 4, 6 or TOLL SAVER, then press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.

Remote code

A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch tone telephone. The preset code is 19. You can set the code from 10 to 99. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. 3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. 4. Press or to select >REMOTE CODE, then press MENU/SELECT. 5. Press or to select, then press MENU/SELECT to confirm.

Message alert tone

This telephone can beep every 10 seconds to alert you of new messages. The tone stops when all new messages have been reviewed. 1. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. 3. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. 4. Press or to select >MSG ALERT TONE, then press MENU/SELECT. 5. Press or to select from ON or OFF, then press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection.
The answering system must be turned on for the message alert tone to function.

Announcement

The telephone is preset with a greeting that answers calls with Hello, please leave a message after the tone. You can use this preset announcement, or replace it with your own.

Play your announcement

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. Press or to select >ANNOUNCEMENT, then press MENU/SELECT. The handset announces, To play, press 2. To record, press 7. Press 2 to play. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. Press or to select >ANNOUNCEMENT, then press MENU/SELECT. The handset announces, To play, press 2. To record, press 7. Press 7 to record. The handset announces, Record after the tone. Press 5 when you are done. After the tone, speak towards the microphone of the handset. Press 5 when finished. The answering system automatically plays back the newly recorded announcement. Press 5 to stop the playback at anytime; 2 to replay the recorded announcement; or 7 to record again if desired.
Your announcement can be up to 90 seconds in length. Announcements shorter than two seconds are not recorded.
Record your own announcement
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

Delete your announcement

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. Press MENU/SELECT to select >ANS. SYSTEM. Press or to select >ANS SYS SETUP, then press MENU/SELECT. Press or to select >ANNOUNCEMENT, then press MENU/SELECT. The handset announces, To play, press 2. To record, press 7. Press 3 to delete your own recorded announcement.

Directory

The directory can store up to 50 entries with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. When there are no records in the directory, the screen shows DIRECTORY EMPTY. When the directory is full and you try to save an entry, the screen shows LIST FULL. If you try to save a number already stored in the directory, the screen shows ALREADY SAVED. If the telephone number in the directory exceeds 15 digits, <* appears in front of the telephone number. Press * to move towards the end of the telephone number or press # to move towards the beginning of the telephone number. Only one handset can review the directory at a time. If a handset tries to enter the directory while another handset is already in it, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears.
Directory entries are shared by all system handsets. Any additions, deletions or edits made on one handset affect the directory on all handsets.

DIRECTORY EMPTY

LIST FULL

ALREADY SAVED

ELIZABETH JONES <* 180012345678
ELIZABETH JONES <* 800123456 #>
ELIZABETH JONES 123456789012 #>

Store a directory entry

Use the following steps to store an entry in the directory. 1. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. >DIRECTORY 2. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press CALL LOG MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select >STORE, then press MENU/SELECT. The screen shows ENTER NUMBER. >STORE 4. Use the dialing keys to enter the number. REVIEW Press MUTE/REMOVE to backspace and erase a digit. Press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to erase the ENTER NUMBER entire entry. Press to move the cursor to the left or to the right. Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (p appears). ENTER NAME _ - ORCopy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL/PAUSE and then , or REDIAL/PAUSE to select a number. Press MENU/SELECT to copy the number. 5. Press MENU/SELECT to move to the name. The screen shows ENTER NAME. 6. Use the dialing keys (see page 20) to enter the name using the method explained in step 4 above. Press # to insert a space. 7. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm.

Character chart

Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes the characters to be displayed in the following order:

Number key

Characters by number of key presses
A D G J M P T W 0 * space ? ! / ( ) @ 2 # B E H K N Q U X 3 , C F I L O R V Y 4 , 6 S 8 Z 5 a d g j m 7 t 9 6. b e h k n p u w 7 & c f i l o q v x y z r s 8 9
When entering a name in the directory, the first letter of each word is automatically capitalized.

Search the directory

Entries are sorted alphabetically. To search the directory: when the handset is not in use. 1. Press -ORPress MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. 2. Press or to browse.

>REVIEW STORE

Alphabetical search

VTECH 800-595-9511

To start an alphabetical search: 1. Press when the handset is not in use. -ORPress MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. 2. Use the dialing keys to enter the letters associated with the name. For example, if you have name entries Jenny, Kristen and Linda in your directory, press 5 (JKL) once to find Jenny, twice to find Kristen, or three times to find Linda. If there is no name entry matching your search, the next closest match in alphabetical order appears. If necessary, use or to browse.

Dial a directory entry

1. Press when the handset is not in use. -ORPress MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. 2. Press or , or use the alphabetical search to browse. 3. Press /FLASH or. or to

Edit a directory entry

Use the following steps to edit an entry in the directory. 1. Press when the handset is not in use. -ORPress MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press or to select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. 2. Press or , or use the alphabetical search to browse (see page 21). 3. Press MENU/SELECT to select an entry. The screen EDIT NUMBER shows EDIT NUMBER. 595-9511_ 4. Use the dialing keys to edit the number. Press MUTE/REMOVE to backspace and erase a digit. Press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to erase the entire entry. Press to move the cursor to the left or to the right. Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (p appears). Copy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL/PAUSE and then , or REDIAL/PAUSE to select a number. Press MENU/SELECT to copy the number. 5. Press MENU/SELECT to move to the name. The screen EDIT NAME shows EDIT NAME. VTECH_ 6. Use the dialing keys (see page 20) to edit the name using the method explained in step 4 above. Press # to insert a space. 7. Press MENU/SELECT to save.

Delete from the directory
1. Press when the handset is not in use. -ORPress MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press select >DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. 2. Press or , or use the alphabetical search to browse. 3. Press MUTE/REMOVE to remove the selected entry. or to

About caller ID

You can use this telephone with regular caller ID service or combined caller ID with call waiting. You can use the telephones other features without subscribing to caller ID services. There may be fees for caller ID services and these services may not be available in all areas. Depending on your service, you may see the callers number or the callers name and number. The time and date are sent by your telephone service provider along with the call information. This product can provide caller ID information only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID service and if both telephone service providers use compatible equipment. Caller ID with call waiting lets you see the name and telephone number of the caller before answering the telephone, even while on another call. It may be necessary to change your telephone service to use caller ID with call waiting features. Contact your telephone service provider if: You have both caller ID and call waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service). You have only caller ID service, or only call waiting service. You do not subscribe to any caller ID or call waiting services, but wish to order them.

Call log

If you subscribe to caller ID service, information about each caller appears after the first or second ring. If you answer a call before the caller information appears on the screen, it will not be saved in the call log. The call log stores up to 50 entries. Each entry has up to 24 digits for the phone number and 15 characters for the name. If the phone number has more than 15 but fewer than 24 digits, only the last 15 digits appear. If the name has more than 15 characters, only the first 15 characters are shown and saved in the call log. You can review, redial, and copy an entry into the directory. Entries appear in reverse chronological order. When the call log is full, the oldest entry is deleted to HANDSET X make room for new incoming call information. XX MISSED CALLS XX MISSED CALL(S) shows when there are new call log entries (including missed and unreviewed calls). CALL LOG EMPTY shows when there are no records in CALL LOG EMPTY the call log. Only one handset can review the call log at a time. If a handset tries to enter the call log while another handset is already in it, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears.

The CHARGE light is off.

Clean the charging contacts on the handset and telephone base each month with a pencil eraser or a dry non-abrasive fabric. Make sure the power adapter and telephone line cord are plugged in correctly and securely. Unplug the power adapter. Wait for 15 seconds before plugging it back in. Allow up to one minute for the handset and telephone base to reset.

There is no dial tone.

First, try all the above suggestions. Move the handset closer to the telephone base. It may be out of range. The telephone line cord may be malfunctioning. Install a new telephone line cord. Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack and connect a different telephone. If there is no dial tone on this telephone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service. Contact your telephone service provider.
The telephone does not ring when there is an incoming call.
Make sure the handset ringer volume is not set to the lowest level (page 8) and the telephone base ringer volume is not set to zero (page 30). Make sure the telephone line cord and power adapter are plugged in properly (page 2). The handset may be too far from the telephone base. Move it closer to the telephone base. There may be too many extension phones on the telephone line to allow all of them to ring simultaneously. Unplug some of them. If the other telephones in your home are having the same problem, the problem is in the wiring or local service. Contact your telephone service provider (charges may apply). Other electronic products can cause interference to your cordless telephone. Install your telephone as far away as possible from electronic devices such as: wireless routers, radios, cellular telephones, digital telephones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, VCRs, personal computers, kitchen appliances, and other cordless telephones. Test a working telephone at the telephone wall jack. If another telephone has the same problem, the problem is in the telephone wall jack. Contact your telephone service provider (charges may apply). The telephone line cord may be malfunctioning. Install a new telephone line cord. Reinstall the battery and place the handset in the telephone base or charger. Wait for the handset to synchronize with the telephone base. Allow up to one minute for this to take place.

The outgoing announcement is not clear.
When recording the announcement, make sure you speak in a normal tone of voice towards the microphone of the handset. Make sure there is no background noise when recording.
The answering system does not record messages.
Make sure the answering system is on. If the answering machine memory is full, it does not record new messages until some old messages are deleted. If you subscribe to voicemail service, change the number of rings so that your answering system answers before your voicemail answers (page 29). To determine how many rings will activate your voicemail, please contact your telephone service provider. If there is a fax machine connected to the same telephone line, try disconnecting the fax machine. If that solves the problem, consult your fax machine documentation for information on compatibility with the answering system.
The messages on the answering system are incomplete.
If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the answering system disconnects the call after four minutes. If the memory on the answering system becomes full during a message, the answering system stops recording and disconnects the call. If the callers voice is very soft, the answering system may stop recording and disconnect the call.
The answering system does not respond to remote commands.
Make sure your remote code is correct (page 11). Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone telephone. When dialing a number, there should be tones. If there are clicks, then it is not a touch-tone telephone and cannot activate the answering system. The answering system may not detect the remote access code when your announcement is playing. Wait until the announcement is over before entering the code. There may be interference on the telephone line you are using. Press the dial pad keys firmly when dialing.
I subscribe to a nontraditional telephone service that uses my computer to establish connections, and my telephone doesnt work.
Make sure your computer is powered on. Make sure your Internet connection is working properly. Make sure that the software is installed and running for your nontraditional telephone service. Make sure to plug your USB telephone adapter into a dedicated USB port on your computer. Do not plug into a multiple port USB hub (USB splitter) that is not powered. In a few rare instances, the USB port on your computer may not have enough power. In these instances, try using a USB hub with its own external power supply. If you are using a firewall, it may prevent access to your nontraditional telephone service. Contact your service provider for more information.
Common cures for electronic equipment.

If the telephone is not responding normally, put the cordless handset in the telephone base. If it does not respond, try the following (in the order listed): Disconnect the power to the telephone base. Disconnect the battery on the cordless handset. Wait a few minutes before connecting power to the telephone base. Reinstall the battery and place the cordless handset in the telephone base or charger. Wait for the cordless handset to synchronize with the telephone base. Allow up to one minute for this to take place.
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 or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf, stand or other unstable surfaces. 6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the telephone base and handset are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in any area 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 in your home or office, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may be walked on. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the telephone base or handset because they may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit. 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 parts of the telephone base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used. 11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords. 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an 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 onto 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 operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped and the telephone base and/or handset has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is 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. 15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode. 16. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling or an underthe-table/cabinet outlet.

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Operating range
This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or office. When the handset is out of range, the handset displays CONNECTING. If there is a call while the handset is out of range, it may not ring, or if it does ring, the call may not connect well when you press /FLASH. Move closer to the telephone base, then press /FLASH to answer the call. If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation, there may be interference. To improve reception, move closer to the telephone base.

Maintenance

Taking care of your telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, take caution when using electrical appliances during storms. Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind. Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in the water. If the telephone base should fall into the water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORD FROM THE WALL. Then remove the telephone by the unplugged cords.

About cordless telephones
Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those on corded telephones. Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical outlet. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged or switched off, or if the electrical power is interrupted. Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to televisions and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do not place the telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR often reduces or eliminates the interference. Rechargeable batteries: Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conducting material such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm. Observe proper polarity between the battery and the battery charger. Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner. Do not burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.

The RBRC seal

The RBRC seal on the nickel-metal hydride battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States and Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickelmetal hydride batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area. VTechs participation in RBRC makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERYTM for information on Ni-MH battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTechs involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. RBRC is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

Please retain your original sales receipt as proof of purchase.
FCC, ACTA and IC regulations

FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended 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 to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 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 telephone. To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The telephone base shall be installed and used such that parts of the users body other than the hands are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm (8 inches) or more. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. FCC Part 68 and ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. This identifier must be provided to your telephone service provider upon request. The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the users manual. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called. The REN for this product is encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US: in the product identifier (e.g., if ## is 03, the REN is 0.3). In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your telephone service provider. This equipment may not be used with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone service provider or a qualified installer. If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must 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. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.

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Power requirements Memory
Add a handset 39 Announcement 12 Answer a call 13 Answering system 29 Handset lights 37 Home area code 10
Important safety instructions 48 Intercom 16

Battery 3, 38

Key tone 8
Caller ID 23 Call intercept 30 Call log 24 Call log display screen messages 27 Call screening 30 Call waiting 14 Chain dialing 15 Character chart 20 Charging 3 Clear voice mail 10

Language 9

Date and time 9 Delete answering system messages 32 Delete from redial 28 Delete from the call log 27 Delete from the directory 22 Dial a call log entry 26 Dial a directory entry 21 Dial a redial entry 28 Dialing pause 19, 22, 26 Directory 18 DSL filter 2
Maintenance 49 Make a call 13 Make a call log entry ready to dial 26 Message alert tone 11 Message capacity 29 Message playback 31 Message window displays 33 Missed calls indicator 25 Mute 14
New message indication 31 Number of rings 11

Operating range 49

Parts checklist 1 Play your announcement 12
Edit a directory entry 22 End a call 13 Expand your telephone system 39

Find handset 14

Handset display screen messages 35 Handset icons 37
RBRC seal 50 Record and play memos 32 Record announcement 12 Redial list 28 Register a handset 39 Remote access 34 Remote code 11 Review the call log 25 Ringer mute 14
Ringer tone 8 Ringer volume 8
Save a call log entry to the directory 26 Search the directory 21 Share an outside call 17 Speakerphone 13 Store a directory entry 19 Store from redial 19
Technical specifications 55 Telephone base installation 2 Telephone base lights 37 Troubleshooting 41

Volume 8, 13

Wall mounting 4 Wall mount installation 4 Warranty 51, 52
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