Vtech VT 2417 User Manual - Page 11

Operating Instructions Changing Channels • If you notice interference when using your Handset, press CHAN to switch to a clear channel. This function is only available when you are on a call. TONE/PULSE Setting NOTE: Your VT 2418 is preset at the factory for TONE dialing. • If you have touch tone service on phone line: • Press PROG, *, *, MEM to switch to TONE dialing. • If you have rotary service, press PROG, *, #, MEM to switch to PULSE. Temporary Tone If you have a rotary (dial-pulse) telephone service, (TONE/PULSE setting is set to PULSE), this feature allows you to enter special codes and tones to operate answering machines, use electronic banking services, calling cards, or other special services. • Dial the call normally. • Activate the Temporary Tone feature by pressing TONE (the * key). • You can then press the numbers or symbols you need, and your phone will send the proper signals. • To end the call, press OFF or place the Handset back in the Base. The phone will automatically go back to rotary (dial-pulse) service. Programming the Ringer Type The Handset ringer is capable of four different types of ringing tones. To select a different ringer type do the following: • Press PROG. • Press the # key. • Press a key 1 - 4 to select a ringer type. • Press the MEM key to confirm. NOTE: To program, the Handset must be OFF. Turning Off the Ringer To turn off the ringer on the Handset, do the following: • Press PROG. • Press the # key. • Press 5 to turn off the ringer. Press the MEM key to confirm. • To turn the ringer on again, see Programming the Ringer Type. 10 Basic Operation