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Parts Check List - handset

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Parts Check List 1 Base Unit 2. Corded Handset 3. Handset Cord 4. Cordless Handset 5. Handset Charger 6. Base AC Power Adapter 7. Telephone Line Cord 8. Belt Clip 9. Owner's Manual 10. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. Corded Handset Base Unit Cordless Handset Handset Cord Base AC Power Adapter Handset Charger Telephone Line Cord Battery Pack 2 2498-manual-output.p65 2 Belt Clip Owner's Manual 3/6/03, 9:33 AM

Section	Page
Important Safety Instructions	1
Parts Check List	2
The Base Unit Layout	3
The Cordless Handset Layout	4
Getting Started	5
Setup	5
Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger	5
1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the back of the Base Unit.	5
2. Choose the location for your Handset Charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet.	5
3. Using the coiled Handset Cord, connect the corded Handset to the Base Unit.	5
Installation of Battery Pack in Handset	6
Connecting to Phone Line	7
Checking for Dial Tone	7
From Cordless Handset	7
From Base	7
Tone/Pulse Selection	7
Wall Mounting	8
Base Unit	8
1. Release the bracket from its desk mount position on the underside of the Base by pressing as shown below:	8
2. Turn the bracket down and snap it into the 2 holders on the lower portion of the Base Unit’s underside.	8
3. With the corded Handset out of the cradle, remove the reversible hook by pushing upwards, then rotate it 180 degrees and slide it back in place.	8
4. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack labeled TEL. LINE on the back of the Base.	9
5. Connect the power cord to the jack labeled DC 9V on the back of the Base.	9
6. Wrap the telephone line cord around the posts on the bottom of the Base.	9
7. Connect the corded Handset to the Base.	9
8. Connect the telephone line cord to the modular telephone jack.	9
9. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.	9
10.Mount the Base on the wall.	9
Handset Charger	10
1 Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.	10
2 Mount the Handset Charger on the wall. Position the Handset Charger so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the back of the Charger.	10
Base Features	11
Base Ringer Volume Switch	11
PROG Key	11
CLEAR Key	11
INTERCOM Key	11
CID/ Key	11
SELECT Key	11
MESSAGE LED	11
HOLD Key	12
SPEAKER Key	12
IN USE LED	12
MUTE Key	12
DISPLAY DIAL Key	12
DIR/ Key	12
FLASH Key	12
REDIAL Key	12
VOLUME Keys	12
Cordless Handset Features	13
CID/ Key	13
INTERCOM Key	13
PHONE/FLASH Key	13
DIR/ Key	13
HOLD Key	13
SELECT Key	14
OFF Key	14
REDIAL/PAUSE Key	14
PROG/CHAN (Program/Channel) Key	14
Basic Operation	15
Operating Instructions	15
Cordless Handset Menu	15
Setting Date and Time	15
Clearing MESSAGES WAITING Alert	15
Base Menu	16
Setting Dial Mode	16
Clearing MESSAGES WAITING Alert	16
What is MESSAGE WAITING Alert?	16
Making a Call from the Base Unit	17
Making a Call from the Cordless Handset	17
Answering a Call from the Base Unit	17
Answering a Call from the Cordless Handset	17
Ending a Base Unit Call	18
Ending a call when using the Cordless Handset	18
Intercom	19
From Cordless Handset to Base:	19
From Base to Cordless Handset:	19
Transferring a Call from Cordless Handset to Base using INTERCOM:	19
Transferring a Call from Speakerphone or Corded Handset to Cordless Handset:	19
Handset Ringer Style	20
Temporary Tone Dialing (Base or Cordless Handset)	20
Base Display Messages	21
Cordless Handset Display Messages	21
Phone Book Directory	22
Storing a Number/Name in the Phone Book Directory	22
To Save the Last Number Dialed:	23
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory	23
Deleting a Number/Name Stored in the Directory	24
Dialing from the Phone Book Directory	24
Caller ID Operation	25
About Call History	25
Review Call History	25
Deleting Records from Call History	26
Delete a Specific Call	26
Delete ALL Calls	26
Dial a Displayed Number	26
Store a Call History Record in the Phone Book Directory	27
Display Screen Messages	27
Additional Information	28
Headset Operation	28
To purchase a Headset,	28
Belt Clip	28
Maintenance	29
In Case Of Difficulty	30
The Phone Doesn't Work At All	30
No Dial Tone	30
You Get Noise, Static, Or A Weak Signal Even When You're Near The Base Unit	30
You Get Noise, Static, Or A Weak Signal When You're Away From The Base Unit	30
The Handset Does Not Ring When You Receive A Call	30
You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone	31
You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work	31
Common Cure For Electronic Equipment	31
Warranty Statement	32
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations	35
The RBRC® Seal	39
Technical Specifications	40