Vtech T2455 User Manual

Vtech T2455 - 2.4GHz Dual Handset Cordless Phone System Manual

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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 into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions
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    Safety Instructions 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15. Only put the Handset of your telephone next
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    Before You Begin Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Dual Band transmission combines the best of 2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones. 3 91-005650-040-000t2455.p65 3 7/21/2004, 3:51 PM
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    Check List: 1. Base Unit 2. Handsets 3. Handset Charger 4. Base AC Power Adaptor 5. Telephone Line Cord 6. Battery Packs 7. Belt Clips 8. User's Manual 9. Charger AC Power Adaptor 10. Base Wall Mounting Bracket To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595
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    The Handset Layout 1 2 3 9 4 10 5 11 12 6 7 13 8 14 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. LCD 4. Left and Right Arrow Keys 5. Phone/Flash Key 6. Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#) 7. Chan/Delete Key 91-005650-040-000t2455.p65 5 8. Microphone 9. Headset Jack 10. Sel/X-FER Key 11. Off Key 12. Hold Key
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    -040-000t2455.p65 6 8. Vol -/+ Keys 9. Skip/Quick Key 10. Delete Key 11. Repeat/Slow Key 12. Play/Stop (Mailbox) Keys 13. DC Connector Jack 14. Telephone Line Jack 7/21/2004, 3:51 PM
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    Base near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (110v AC) not controlled by a wall switch. 2. Install the Handset battery. Use only VTech batteries. a). Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation
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    Installation Table/Desk Installation: Connect the power cord. Connect the telephone line cord 1. Check for Dial Tone After the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE, you should hear a dial tone. 2. Set Time and Date If you subscribe to Caller ID service, the date and time will
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    plates only. 1. Run the power and telephone line cords through the slots in the bracket, connecting them to the jacks located on the underside of the Base. 2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. If the battery pack has not been previously charged, place the Handset in the cradle, and
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    number. OR Dial the number (use to backspace and correct digits), then press PHONE to call. Flash/Call Waiting Access special telephone company subscriber services. Channel Switch to a clear channel while on a call. Delete While Handset is idle, press and hold to delete all records in Call Log. When
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    Telephone Operation Page Press to page the Handset for up to 60 seconds. Press again, press OFF on Handset or place Handset in Base or Charger to cancel the page. Basic Operation In Use/Charging Flashes in unison with the ring of an incoming call. Flashes slowly when the Handset is in use. Flashes
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    access to telephone banking or long-distance services. 1. Dial the number. 2. Press *TONE. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals. 3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to dial pulse (rotary) service. Call Forward An external call can be forwarded from one Handset to
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    . The Base is paging the Handset. There is a call on hold. The Battery Pack needs to be recharged. 1. When one handset is on a call, press PHONE on the other handset. The other handset will display NO CONNECT with a sad tone. 2. When the base power is off, press PHONE. The screen will display NO
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    into the Speed Dial memory locations you assign (19) in each Handset. These numbers can be dialed with two button presses. You can also store telephone numbers with names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions. NOTE: The entries you store in Speed Dial memory will
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    Telephone Memory - OR - Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number (up to 24 digits long) dialed from this phone. 7. Press SEL or PROG to store your entry. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current setting. 8. Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (yes) if you wish the phone 9511 01 3.
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    Telephone Memory Reassign Locations in Memory 1. Press and hold the memory location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to Reassign. 2. When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign, press SEL. Then press until SPEED flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE 800-595-9511 01 3. Press SEL. The screen displays
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    Telephone Directory Your t 2455 can store 50 (including 9 Speed Dial entries) telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number in each location) in each Handset ENTER NUMBER. 5. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and from this Handset. 6. Press
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    Basic Operation Telephone Directory alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringer after the first ring. Choose N (no) for a normal ringer. 8. Press SEL or
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    Telephone Directory Move a Number/Name to the location. You will hear a long beep confirming the moving. A memory location number (01-09) will be displayed with this entry. Dial a Number from the Directory 1. dial, press PHONE. Basic Operation 19 91-005650-040-000t2455.p65 19 7/21/2004, 3:52 PM
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    telephone number Caller's name VTECH* 800-595-9511 5/01 5:40 28 P M OLD Party has called 2 or more times Basic Operation Date of call Time of call Position of call in call history About Call History (Caller ID) Your t 2455 call history. Review Call History 1. With the Handset in idle (OFF
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    for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number). 3. Press SEL. Press until DIAL flashes. DIAL PROGRAM 800-595-9511 5/01 5:40PM OLD28 4. Press SEL again. The number is automatically dialed. - OR - When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, you want to dial
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    number). 3. Press SEL, then press until PROGRAM flashes. DIAL PROGRAM 800-595-9511 5/01 5:40PM OLD 28 4. Press SEL three times. The screen displays: DISTINCT RING? N party is blocking name and/or number information. UNKNOWN Your phone company is unable to receive information about this caller's
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    System Operation Audible Indicators Your t 2455 gives you voice prompts for feature operations manually, or you can allow it to be set automatically with incoming Caller ID information. The time will be set automatically only if you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your local telephone
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    record an announcement up to 90 seconds long. 3. Press any MAILBOX button to stop recording. The system plays back your recorded message. To Review Your Announcement at Any Time 1. Press MENU until you hear "Record Outgoing Message." 2. Press any MAILBOX button. To Delete Your Announcement Press
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    leave a message. "Set Base Ringer" On * Off Turn the Base ringer on or off. "Set Number of Rings" 2 4 * 6 Toll Saver Choose how many times the phone will ring before the system answers a call. With Toll Saver active, the system answers after two rings when you have new messages and after four
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    message of up to 4 minutes in length. A MAILBOX key will flash to alert you to new, unplayed messages. If all messages in a mailbox have been reviewed, the key will glow steadily. A mailbox containing both old and new messages will play only the new messages first. After all new messages are played
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    hear the caller's message. 2. If you decide to take the call, press PHONE on the Handset. 3. If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the an- nouncement does not stop right away, press and release the telephone switchhook. Record a Memo You can record a memo up to four minutes
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    access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone. 1. Dial your telephone number. 2. When the system answers, enter your Remote Hang up. Delete message Press #9 while message is playing. Review announcement Press #7; system plays announcement, then beeps. Record announcement
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    Answering System Operation Remote Access Commands (continued) FFuunnctciotino:nC:ommand: Turn system off Turn system on Command: Press #0; the system announces, "Answering machine off." Press #0 again to turn the system back on. When system is off, it answers after 10 rings and announces, "Please
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    to the telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully: Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the User's Manual. Replacing the Handset Battery Pack 1. Remove the battery compartment cover
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    Headset Operation Headset Jack You can use this telephone handsfree when you install any VTech 2.5mm headset, purchased separately. Plug the headset into the jack located on the right side of the Handset (under the small rubber flap). Do not force the connection, but make sure the plug fits securely
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    call • Make sure you have the ringers activated. Refer to the section(s) on Handset Ringer Style/ Battery Save in this User's Manual. • Make sure the telephone cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in. • You may be too far from the Base
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    Disconnect the power to the Base. 2. Disconnect the Handset battery. 3. Wait a few minutes. 4. Connect power to the Base. 5. Re-install the battery pack. 6. Wait for the Handset to re- Clock in this User's Manual. Additional Information 33 91-005650-040-000t2455.p65 33 7/21/2004, 3:52 PM
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    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 your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment
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    and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only service representative of VTech; or 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or 4. Product to the extent that the problem
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    outside the unit. How do you get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-5959511 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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    Statement not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. • In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use
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    trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communications, Inc. Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech the instructions, user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
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    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 user's manual. This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your
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    handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service telephone five. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible
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    areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. Your telephone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base
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    at local retailers participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on NiCd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech's involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting
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    .01mm x 56.01mm x 36.36mm Base: 171mm x 140.52mm x90.09mm Charger: 103mm x 89mm x46mm WEIGHT Handset: Base: Charger: 188 grams 345 grams 106 grams POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset: 3.6V 400mAh Ni-Cd Battery Pack Base: 9V DC @ 400mA Charger: 6V DC @ 300mA MEMORY Speed Dial: 9 Memory locations; up
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    Safety Instructions 1 Before You Begin...3 Parts Check List...4 The Handset Layout...5 The Base Unit Layout 6 Getting Started...7 Installation...7 Before You Install...7 Table/Desk Installation 8 Wall Mounting 9 Basic Operation...10 Telephone Operation...10 Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save
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    27 Connect with the Answering System From a Remote Location 28 Voice Menu...28 Remote Access Commands 28 Batteries...30 Battery Care and Maintenance 30 Replacing the Handset Battery Pack 30 Headset Operation 31 Additional Information 32 In Case of Difficulty...32 Maintenance...34 Warranty
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    GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon, 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. 7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. Printed in China 91-005650-040-000 ISSUED
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1
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the
following:
1.
Read and understand all instructions.
2.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4.
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink,
or swimming pool).
5.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked
by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation where proper ventila-
tion is not provided.
7.
This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product
where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a
risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
10.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take
it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other
than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or
other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the appli-
ance is subsequently used.
11.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
12.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and 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 into the product.
C.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D.
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operat-
ing instructions, because improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by an autho-
rized technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E.
If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.
F.
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Important Safety Instructions
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