Vtech VT2421 User Manual

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  • Vtech VT2421 | User Manual - Page 1
    the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product , do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors 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 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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    , using the Intercom feature. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the GIGAPHONE cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone. To order additional systerm Handsets (model# 2420), battery packs or headsets, call Vtech Communications Inc at 1-800-595
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    Pack 6. Wall Mounting Bracket 7. Belt clip 8. Owner's Manual To purchase replacement battery packs, call Vtech Communications Inc at 1-800595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd at 1-800-267-7377. Belt Clip Handset Base Unit Battery Pack AC Power Adapter Telephone Line Cord 4 Wall
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    The Handset Layout 1 2 8 3 9 4 5 10 6 11 7 12 13 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Headset Jack (2.5mm) 4. Scroll Keys 5. On (Flash) 6. Dialing Keys (0-9) 7. Handsfree Speakerphone 8. LCD Display 9. Select 10. Off (Clear) 11. Battery Compartment 12. Intercom 13. Microphone 5
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    The Base Unit Layout AC Power Jack Phone Cord Jack Message Waiting Indicator Page Key Charge Indicator 6
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    for dial tone After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset. The Phone icon will appear on the handset display, and you will hear service, set the switch to PULSE. CAUTION: Use only the 7 volt power adaptor provided with your GIGAPHONE. IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS
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    to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, and finally HANDSET 4. Whenever a Handset battery pack is installed, the Handset will automatically begin SEARCHING FOR BASE (if previously registered), or it will prompt you to ENTER BASE ID
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    Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base Unit. You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you first receive your phone. You'll know the battery pack
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    . 2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the back of the base unit. If the handset battery pack has not been charged previously, place the handset in the base unit cradle, and allow it to charge for 12 hours. 3. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack
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    Started Registration and Operation of the VT2420 Accessory Handset Your GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 4 Handsets. The accessory Handset consists of the following: Handset Belt Clip Battery Pack Charger Unit 1 3 5 Setup Of The 2420 Accessory Handset 1. Plug the AC power adapter into an
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    2. Press NEW, then enter the 15 digit Base Unit ID code, located on the underside of the Base Unit. 3. Press OK. The Handset will display: PLEASE WAIT!! 4. Wait approximately 15 seconds. The Handset will display: FOUND BASE If the Handset displays: BASE BUSY TRY LATER, this indicates that the system
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    the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For example, 12 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an intercom call. Battery indicator Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is charging. Flashes when a low battery condition is detected. Mute indicator On steady when the
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    company. Base LEDS LED Message Waiting Charging Description • Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in your voicemail. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company • Lights whenever the handset is placed in the base unit charging cradle. Basic Operation 14
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    can simply press the ON or HANDSFREE key. • To erase (or save) the number, select this option to delete (or save) it. MENU With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press the MENU key to access the following options: • CALLS LOG (CALLER ID
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    the name and/or number of the party calling before you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying Caller ID information in ID These are subscription services, provided by most regional telephone service providers. You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits of
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    OFF or ON soft keys, to make your selection. Press OK to confirm your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu. When set to ON, the Handset will emit a warning tone when a Low Battery condition is detected. • RANGE TONE Select this option to turn the Out of Range warning tone ON or
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    battery power. That means the standby and talk time of your Handset will be shorter. Register Use this option to register a Handset to the GIGAPHONE Base. You can register a total of four Handsets ID code printed on the underside of the base unit. After entering this code, press OK. The Handset will
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    MEM (Memory) The GIGAPHONE can store up to 50 names/numbers in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME?, use the digit keys to 'spell' the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the
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    number you want to store in memory. • Be sure to include long distance codes and pauses (using the PAUSE softkey) if necessary. Press the MEM softkey. • number/name will be saved and the Handset will return to idle mode. • If the memory is full the Handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL and exit
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    and Dial a Number/ Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the MEM softkey to review memory contents. • Using the softkeys scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. • Or the entry you want to delete. • Press the EDIT softkey. The Handset will display: MEM (Memory) 21
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    /Name • Using the steps in To Search For and Dial a Name/Number, locate the entry you want to edit. • Press the EDIT softkey twice. The Handset will display: • Press either NAME or NUM for editing. • Using the softkey move the cursor to the character you want to edit and then enter
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    ON (or, HANDSFREE to use the Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or Function You can use your GIGAPHONE with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON key on the Handset. Volume Control During an active call, press
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    intercom call by pressing the INTERCOM key. • To end the intercom call press OFF on either Handset. All Call from Handset • * Press the INTERCOM key, followed by the . All registered Handsets will ring. • Any Handset can answer by pressing INTERCOM. • To end the intercom call, press OFF on the
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    Handset is in idle mode. To prevent an unexpected call drop, a drained Handset battery should be replaced by a fully charged spare battery. Message Waiting Indication The GIGAPHONE is compatible with optional voicemail service Shift Keying). Not all local phone companies can provide this signal. The
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    Operation Conference Calling The GIGAPHONE is capable of supporting conference calls with up to two registered Handsets. To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two extensions by pressing ON (or HANDSFREE) on the Handset. The phone icon and two extension numbers will be displayed
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    the GIGAPHONE. To purchase a Headset or Battery Pack, please call Vtech Communications at 800595-9511 Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the GIGAPHONE Handset. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack on the cordless Handset. The plug should fit securely. Do
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    Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your GIGAPHONE 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
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    the battery pack needs charging. No Dial Tone • First check all the suggestions above. • If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect the Base Unit from the telephone jack and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service
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    Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company. You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys
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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 by 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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    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 save you a service does not meet the terms of this limited warranty , VTECH will notify you and will request that you authorize the
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    experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communication Inc SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    agents or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH Limited Warranty. This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the phone company or Party Lines. The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may
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    appropriate. Your 2421 is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC. This means your Handset and Base Unit VTech's partnership with RBRC R makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC R program or authorized VTech product service
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    to environmental conditions at the time of use. SIZE Handset : 48mm x 33mm x 175mm Base : 130mm x 115mm x 60mm WEIGHT Handset : Base : 175 grams 200 grams POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset : 800mAh NiCd Battery Pack or 1500mAh NiMH Battery Pack Base : 7 VDC @ 500mA MEMORY Speed Dial: 50 Memory
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    Table Of Contents 1. Important Safety Instructions 3. Introduction 4. Parts Check List 5. The Handset Layout 6. The Base Unit Layout 7. Getting Started 7. Setup 8. Installation of Battery Pack in Handset 9. Charging Of Handset Battery Pack 10. Wall Mounting 11. Registration and Operation of the
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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 to persons, 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 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 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 reassemb-ling can cause electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.
11.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
Important Safety Instructions