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    8 Check for Dial Tone 8 Set the Dial Mode 8 Set Handset Date and Time 9 Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save 9 If you subscribe to DSL service 10 Belt clip (optional 10 BASIC OPERATION 11 Telephone Operation 11 Handset Operation 11 Base Operation 12 Temporary Tone Dialing 12 Message Waiting
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    32 Batteries 34 Battery Care and Maintenance 34 Replacing the Handset Battery 34 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 35 Troubleshooting 35 Maintenance 42 Warranty Statement 42 Important Safety Instructions 44 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 45 The RBRC® Seal 46 Technical Specifications 47 Index 48
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    operation and troubleshooting you need to install and operate your new VTech phone. Please take the time to review thoroughly to ensure proper installation and the benefit of this VTech innovative and feature rich product. You can also visit our website at www.vtechphones.com for support, shopping
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    using this telephone, you must read Important Safety Instructions on page 44. Before You Begin Enhanced 5.8GHz 's Manual To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, contact VTech Telecommunications
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    corner. d) R eplace cover by sliding it up into place. e) P lace the handset in its base when not in use to ensure maximum daily performance. • U s e o n l y t h e provided VTech battery, or equivalent. www.vtechphones.com GETTING STARTED 
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    • Install the base unit away from electronic equipment such as personal computers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. • Connect the power and telephone line cords to the underside of the base as illustrated. • P l u g t h e A C adapter into an
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    base unit on a desk or table, insert the desk/wall bracket as instructed below and shown in position one or two, depending on your preference of how you'd like the base unit to be angled. � � Position One To mount your phone on a wall, or to place it on a table or desk, refer
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    any trouble installing your phone, please refer to the Troubleshooting section near the end of this manual. PHONE; you should hear a dial tone. If you do not, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section in the back of this user's manual. Set the Dial Mode If you have touch tone service, the phone
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    with the first incoming call. If you do not have caller ID service, you can set the date and time manually: •  Press PROG, then press or until DATE/TIME is displayed a power outage, or if your phone's power cord is unplugged, the time setting will be lost. www.vtechphones.com GETTING STARTED 
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    Installation If you subscribe to DSL service: If you hear noise during conversations and/or your caller ID features aren't functioning properly, install a noise filter to the telephone line between the base
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    -OR- character entered. Dial the number (use /DIR to backspace and make • While on a call, press to corrections), then press increase the volume. A PHONE to call. double beep will sound 2. Flash/Call Waiting During a call, press to receive an incoming call, if call waiting is activated
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    pressed after this send touch tone signals. 3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to pulse service. Message Waiting Your phone is designed to work with most local and regional telephone service provider's voice messaging systems to provide an alert on handset when new messages come
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    : MESSAGE WAITING 5/01 5:40PM Clear Message Waiting Alert If after you review your message(s) your message waiting alert does not go off, you may manually turn it off by: 1. Press PROG on the handset. 2. Press or until screen displays MESSAGE WAITING. 3. Press SELECT, the screen display: CLEAR? YES
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    the web at www. vtechphones.com or call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, contact VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at www.vtechcanada.com or you press PHONE. Move closer to the base, then press PHONE to answer the call. If you move out of range during a phone conversation, you
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    Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: ** RINGING ** CONNECTING... PHONE ON ** PAGING ** BATTERY LOW SCANNING... CAN'T CONNECT changing to another of the 30 channels available. 1. Displays when base power is off and PHONE is pressed. You'll also hear a sad tone. 2. Displays when an out-of-range
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    delete a record in speed dial memory or telephone directory. Speed Dialing Your phone can store up to nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 numbers with names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions. Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial 1. Press PROG. Then
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    backspace and make corrections. Press select to move on to edit the distinctive ring setting. Press or to choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by assigning a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringer. 4. Press select to save the
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    ll hear a confirmation beep. Dial a Speed Dial Number 1. Press and hold the speed dial location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to dial. 2. Press PHONE to dial the displayed memory number. Reassign Locations in Speed Dial 1. Press and hold the speed dial location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to
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    this handset. 6. Press select or prog. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting. 7. Press or to choose Y (yes) if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringer. 8. Press select or
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    Telephone Directory 3. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press select. Then press or until EDIT flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 8005959511 4. Press select. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appears at the end of the name. Use , and the dial pad keys to edit the name.
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    dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial. 3. When the screen displays the entry you want to dial, press PHONE. www.vtechphones.com BASIC OPERATION 21
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    You may need to change your phone service to use this feature. Contact your phone 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 caller waiting service. • You don't subscribe to any
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    Caller ID Caller's name Long distance call Caller's telephone number VTech * L 800-595-9511 5/01 5:40 PM 28 NEW OLD Time of call Indicate whether the record is new or old About Call History (Caller ID) Your phone can store up to 45 calls in its caller ID (CID) memory. When the memory is
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    until DIAL flashes. 4. Press select. The number is automatically dialed. - OR - When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, you want to dial, press PHONE. Store a Call History Record in the Directory 1. Locate the record in the call history you want to store in the directory. 800-595-9511
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    40 PM OLD 28 Display Screen Messages Screen Displays: PRIVATE UNKNOWN * (after name) When: The other party is blocking name and/or number information. Your phone company is unable to receive information about this caller's name and/or number. This caller has called you more than once. • Caller ID
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    set automatically with incoming caller ID data. You can however choose to set the time manually. • To advance the minute or year by increments of 10, press and hold CHANGE. Audible Indicators Your phone telephone system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations when you
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    Answering System Operation At the Base • By setting announce only to on or off, you decide which announcement your callers will hear when the system answers a call (the system comes set for normal answering, with announce only turned off). See Set announce only, located in the Feature Summary chart
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    only" On Off* Description/Directions: Set the remote access code you will use to access features and functions of the answering system from a touch tone phone. You can select any two digit code, from 10 to 99. When message alert is turned on, the base beeps once every 10 seconds when
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    Operation At the Base "Set base ringer" On* Off "Set number of rings" 2 4* 6 Turn the base ringer on or off. Choose how many times the phone will ring before the system answers a call. Toll Saver With toll saver active, the system answers after two rings when you have new messages and
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    on, and set the message playback volume control above level 1 so you can hear the callers' message. 2. If you decide to take the call, press PHONE on the handset. Record a Memo You can record a memo up to four minutes long, which is stored as an incoming message. 1. Press and release REC
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    Basic Operation Answering System Operation At the Base 3. To stop recording, press the PLAY/STOP again. Window Display: When: 0 No messages. 1-98 Total number of messages, or message number during message playback. 0-99 F Memory is full, or total number of messages is 99. 1 to 99 (
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    and then announces the number of new messages. 3. Enter a remote command (see Remote Access Commands). 4. To end remote access, simply hang up the phone. Voice Menu The system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press * 5 to hear the menu while remotely connected to the answering
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    Basic Operation Answering System Operation - Remote Access Function: Delete message Review announcement Record announcement Record memo Turn system off Turn system on Review remote access code Change remote access code Command: Press 3 while message is playing. Press 3 3 to delete all old
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    this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the user's manual. Batteries Battery Care and performance: sliding it up into place. 5. The new battery must be charged before using the phone. Place the handset in the base and allow it to charge for at least 16
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    Troubleshooting If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these sug­gestions, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. Problem
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    's manual to set the dial mode. • If the other phones in your home are having the issue, the problem is in your wiring or local service. charging light does not come on, refer to Charge Light is Off in this troubleshooting guide. • Reset the base. Unplug the unit's electrical power. Wait for 15
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    is off in this troubleshooting guide. •  Reset the phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Warranty section of this user's manual for further instruction. If you subscribe to DSL If you hear noise during conversations and/or your caller ID features aren't functioning properly, service
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    Troubleshooting Problem I get noise, static, or weak signal even when I'm near the base. I hear other calls while using my phone. I hear noise regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company. • Make sure the
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    Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion My handset does not ring when I receive a call. •  Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on ringer selection in this user's manual. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone jack.
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    Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion My calls fade or cut in and out while I'm using my handset. • Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been eliminated. •  Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away
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    Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion My Caller ID isn't working. My answering machine is not recording messages. I cannot hear recorded messages. • Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service for this feature to work on your phone in this user's manual. • Make sure
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    , when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions
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    outside the unit. How do you get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please check the user's manual. A check of the Product controls and features may
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    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
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    make sure to only use the supplied VTech belt clip. FCC Part 68 and lines. See Installation Instructions in the user's manual. The Ringer Equivalence service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem
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    Seal The RBRC® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to VTech product service centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech
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    Technical Specifications Enhanced 5.8GHz technology-your phone operates on a dual band transmission that combines the best of 5.8GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones. Frequency Control Crystal controlled
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    Display screen messages - caller ID 25 Display screen messages - telephone operation 15 DSL Service 10, 37 E Edit a number/name stored in speed dial 17 Edit a number save 9 Headset Jack 14 I Installation 5-10 Important safety instructions 44 Install Handset Battery 5 Internet 10, 37 L Listen to
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    -15 Technical Specifications 47 Telephone directory 19-21 Temporary tone dialing 12 To delete your announcement 27 To review your announcement at any time 27 Troubleshooting 35-41 V Voice menu 32 W Wall Mounting 7 Warranty statement 42 Window display 31 www.vtechphones.com INDEX 49
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    LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc.; Beaverton, Oregon. Distributed in Canada by VTech Communications Canada, Ltd.; Suite 200, 7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. Copyright ©2005 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. Printed in China
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GETTING STARTED
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Before You Begin ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 4
Parts Check List: ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 4
Installation ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 5
Choose Location ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 5
Install Handset Battery ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 5
Connect Power and Telephone Line Cords° ° ° ° ° ° 6
Wall Mounting° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 7
Desk/Table Installation ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 7
Charge the Handset Battery ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 8
Set Language Mode ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 8
Check for Dial Tone° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 8
Set the Dial Mode° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 8
Set Handset Date and Time° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 9
Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 9
If you subscribe to DSL service: ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±0
Belt clip (optional) ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±0
BASIC OPERATION
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Telephone Operation ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ±±
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Base Operation ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±2
Temporary Tone Dialing ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±2
Message Waiting ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±2
Clear Message Waiting Alert ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±3
Headset Jack ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±4
Operating Range ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±4
Display Screen Messages ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±5
Speed Dialing ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ±6
Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±6
Edit a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial° ° ° ° ° °±7
Delete a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial ° ° ° °±8
Dial a Speed Dial Number ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±8
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Telephone Directory ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ±9
Store a Number/Name in the Directory ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °±9
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory ° ° ° ° °±9
Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory ° ° °20
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Answering System Operation At the Base ° ° ° ° ° ° ° 26
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Setting the clock° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °26
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Record Your Announcement ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °27
To review your announcement at any time:° ° ° ° ° °27
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Setting up your answering system ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °28
Feature summary ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °28
Listen to, Save & Delete Messages° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °29
Call Screening/Intercept° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° ° °30
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