VTech Telecommunications 80-5298-B00 2.4GHz Cordless Telephone Base Transceiver User Manual VT2618 MANUAL D3 one page p65

VTech Telecommunications Ltd 2.4GHz Cordless Telephone Base Transceiver VT2618 MANUAL D3 one page p65

Manual

1When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followedto 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 oraerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, orswimming 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. Toprotect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the producton the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed nearor 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 themarking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult yourdealer or local power company.8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cordwill be abused by persons walking on it.9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touchdangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electricshock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. If service or repairwork is required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Opening orremoving cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerousvoltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the applianceis subsequently used.11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire orelectric shock.12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet: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. Adjustonly those controls that are covered by the operating instructions because improperadjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive workto 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.13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. Theremay be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting.14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.If you have questions about this product, or if you'rehaving difficulty with setup or operation, do not returnyour phone to the store. Call our Customer SupportCenter at: 1-800-595-9511In Canada, call1-800-267-7377Important Safety Instructions
2Parts Check List:1. Handset2. Base Unit3. Telephone Line Cord4. Battery Pack5. AC Adapter6. User's ManualTo purchase replacement battery packs,call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronicsat 1-800-267-7377.USERS MANUALIntroduction
31. Antenna2. Earpiece3. IN USE/CHARGING LED4. PHONE(FLASH)5. Dialing Keys (0-9,*, #)6. MEM(PROG)7. Channel8. OFF9. REDIAL(PAUSE)10. Volume11. PAGE12. IN USE/CHARGING LED1234567891011121Handset and Base Layout
4Connecting power to Base UnitPlug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into thebottom of the Base Unit.SetupInstallation of Battery Pack in HandsetFollow the steps below:121. Remove the battery cover by pressing onthe indent and sliding downward.2. With the red and black wires at the bottomof the pack, angle the top of the batteryinto the compartment, under the twoclaws. Next, press the lower end of thebattery pack down, so it is held in placeby the lower claw. Now, plug theconnector into the socket. Slip the batterywires into the guide, located below thebattery.3. Replace the battery cover by sliding itupwards.4. Place the Handset in the Base Unit, andallow it to charge for 12 hours. After theinitial charge, a maintenance charge of 8hours should be sufficient. Maximum talktime on a full charge is approximately 5hours, and maximum standby time is 5days.
5CAUTION:To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:1. Use only the VTech battery supplied or equivalent.2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may causedamage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conductingmaterials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheatand cause burns.4. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.Connecting to phone linePlug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit.Plug the other end of this cord into the telephone wall jack.Checking for dial toneAfter the battery pack is charged, pick up the Handset and press the PHONE key.The IN USE indicator should light up, and you should hear a dial tone; if not, see INCASE OF DIFFICULTY.Tone/Pulse SelectionSee OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS for details. CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your t 2406.IMPORTANT:For best performance the t 2406 should beinstalled as follows:In an elevated location, in the center of theroom, with no obstructions nearby.In a location that is away from other electricalappliances such as microwave ovens, personalcomputers, or televisions.Setup
6IN USE/LOW BATT LED• The IN USE/LOW BATT LED lightswhen the Handset is on an active call.• It flashes in cadence with an incomingring.• It flashes quickly during programmingmode.• It flashes slowly when battery is low.PHONE / FLASH KEY• Press the PHONE key to make a call.• If you are currently on a call, pressingPHONE flashes the line. This wouldbe used with call waiting to answeryour second call.REDIAL / PAUSE KEY• When you hear the dial tone, pressingthe REDIAL key will dial out the lastnumber that was called on yourphone.• It can also be used to store the lastnumber dialed into the speed dialmemory. See Storing a RedialNumber into Speed Dial for details.• You can store a PAUSE into yourdialing number. See Storing Pausesin Memory for details.TONE/ * KEY• In PULSE dialing mode, this key isused to switch to Temporary TONEdialing mode.Handset FeaturesIN USE/LOW BATTPHONE/FLASH KEYMEM/PROG KEYCHAN KEYOFF KEYREDIAL/PAUSE KEYVOLUME CONTROLTONE/* KEYPROG KEY• Press PROG key to enter programmingmode.VOLUME CONTROL• Adjust the volume of what you hearthrough the Handset.• While on a call, press the or key to adjust the listening volume. TheHandset will emit a double beep whenthe maximum or minimum volume levelhas been reached.OFF KEY• Press the OFF key to exit all modesof operation.CHAN KEY• Pressing the CHAN key when theHandset is in use will activate achannel change to the next freechannel.• This is used if you are experiencingnoise or interference on the currentchannel.MEM KEY• Press the MEM key to enter memorymode.• The sequence for dialing a speed dialnumber in memory is: PHONE, MEM,Number Button (0-9).
7IN USE/CHARGING LED• The LED illuminates steadily when the Handset is in the Base cradle to indicatethat the Handset battery is being charged.• The LED illuminates whenever the Handset is being used.• This LED also flashes in cadence with the incoming ring.PAGE KEY• Press the PAGE key to page the Handset.• Press it second time to cancel a page.• The Base will ring the Handset for 1 minute before ending the page automatically.• The Handset can also cancel the page by pressing the OFF key.IN USE/CHARGINGPAGEKEYBase Unit Features
8Making Calls• Pick up the Handset and press PHONE.• When you hear a dial tone, dial the number.• The IN USE LED will illuminate while the Handset is on a call. If you make a mistakewhen dialing, press OFF to hang up, then press PHONE to get the dial tone again.• You must always press PHONE before you can dial a call on the Handset.Answering Calls• When an incoming call is ringing, the IN USE LED on the Base and Handset willflash.• To answer a call when the Handset is in the Base, just pick up the Handset.— OR —• To answer a call when the Handset is away from the Base, press any key onthe Handset (except OFF). This is very useful in a dark environment; you do nothave to fumble around looking for the PHONE key to answer the call.Disconnecting• To end a call, press OFF on the Handset.— OR —• Place the Handset back in the Base.Operating Instructions
9Changing Channels• If you notice interference when using yourHandset, press CHAN to switch to a clearchannel. This function is only available when youare on a call.TONE/PULSE SettingNOTE: Your t 2406 is preset at the factory forTONE dialing.• If you have touch tone service on phone line:• Press MEM/PROG, *, *, MEM/PROG to switch toTONE dialing.• If you have rotary service, press MEM/PROG, *,#, MEM/PROG to switch to PULSE.Temporary ToneIf you have a rotary (dial-pulse) telephone service,(TONE/PULSE setting is set to PULSE), this featureallows you to enter special codes and tones tooperate answering machines, use electronic bankingservices, calling cards, or other special services.• Dial the call normally.• Activate the Temporary Tone feature by pressingTONE (the * key).• You can then press the numbers or symbols youneed, and your phone will send the proper signals.• To end the call, press OFF or place the Handsetback in the Base. The phone will automaticallygo back to rotary (dial-pulse) service.Programming the Ringer TypeThe Handset ringer is capable of four different typesof ringing tones. To select a different ringer type dothe following:• Press MEM/PROG.• Press the # key.• Press a key 1 - 4 to select a ringer type.• Press the MEM/PROG key to confirm.NOTE: To program, the Handset must be OFF.Turning Off the RingerTo turn off the ringer on the Handset, do the following:• Press MEM/PROG.• Press the # key.• Press 5 to turn off the ringer. Press the MEM/PROG key to confirm.• To turn the ringer on again, see Programmingthe Ringer Type.Operating Instructions
10Checking the RingerTo check the ringer which is currentlyprogrammed, do the following:• Press MEM/PROG.• Press the # key.• Press 0.• Press the MEM/PROG key to confirm.Memory Dialing• The t 2406 can store up to 10different phone numbers that you candial just by pressing PHONE, MEM/PROG and one of the number keys(0-9)Programming Speed Dial NumbersThe Handset must be OFF.• Press MEM/PROG. The IN USE/LOWBATT LED will blink to indicate that youare in the programming mode.• Press the number of the memorylocation you wish to store the numberin (0-9).• Using the dial pad, dial the number youwant to store. The number can be upto 16 digits long. The number can beentered manually or by using REDIAL.• Press MEM/PROG to store the phonenumber to the key you selected. Thephone exits programming mode andemits a series of beeps.Speed Number Dialing• Press PHONE to get a dial tone.• Press MEM/PROG and the memorylocation number key (0-9).• For example, to dial the number youassigned to key ‘8’, you would pressPHONE, MEM/PROG, 8.To Change or Replace a Speed DialNumber• To change or replace a stored numberin speed dial memory, simply enter thenew number and store it in the memorylocation you wish to change.Operating Instructions
11Storing Pauses in Memory•To insert a pause in a phone number,press REDIAL/PAUSE. The pause is2 seconds in length. For longerpauses, press REDIAL/PAUSE two ormore times. Each additional pressadds an additional 2 seconds pause.• If your phone is connected to a PBXyou can store the PBX access numberand a pause before the phone number.For example, to store 9-PAUSE-555-1234 in memory location 8 do thefollowing:• Press MEM/PROG.• Press 8.• Press 9.• Press REDIAL/PAUSE.• Dial 555-1234.• Press MEM/PROG.Using Redial• To redial the last number you called,press PHONE then press REDIAL/PAUSE. The phone will automaticallydial the number.Storing a Redial Number into SpeedDial• To store the last number you dialed asa Speed Dial number, press MEM/PROG, a location number (0-9),REDIAL/PAUSE, MEM/PROG.The Page Feature• From the Base Unit, press PAGE tosignal the person at the Handset.• To end the page at the Base, pressPAGE again.• To end the page at the Handset, pressOFF.• If the Handset is in use (off-hook)when PAGE is pressed on the baseUnit, the Handset will not emit onepage alert. If the Handset is not in use(on-hook), the page alert will continuefor approximately 60 seconds.• This feature is useful in locating amisplaced Handset.Operating Instructions
12Taking Care Of Your TelephoneYour t 2406 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it mustbe treated with care.Avoid rough treatmentPlace the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect yourtelephone if you ever need to ship it.Avoid waterYour telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors inthe rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtubor shower.Electrical stormsElectrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.Cleaning your telephoneYour telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years.Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do notuse excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when youare wet or standing in water. If your Base Unit should fall into water, DO NOTRETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINECORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.Maintenance
13If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve theproblem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTechCommunications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.The Phone Doesn't Work At All• Make sure the Power Cord is plugged in.• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and thetelephone wall jack.• Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If the LOW BATT LED is slowlyflashing, 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 jackand connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, theproblem is in your wiring or local service. Contact your local telephone company.You Get Noise, Static, Or A Weak Signal Even When You're Near The BaseUnit• Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the Base Unit can sometimescause interference. Try moving the appliance or the Base Unit to another outlet.You Get Noise, Static, Or A Weak Signal When You're Away From The BaseUnit• You may be out of range. Either move closer to the Base, or relocate the BaseUnit.• The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the Base Unit toanother position.The Handset Does Not Ring When You Receive A Call• Make sure you have the Handset ringer activated. To set the ringer, seeProgramming the Ringer Type.• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and thetelephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• You may be too far from the Base Unit.• You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all ofthem to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.You 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 Or Buttons Work• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.In Case Of Difficulty
14Common Cure For Electronic EquipmentIf the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the Handset inthe cradle. If it does not seem to respond, do the following(in the order listed) :1. 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, and return the Handset to the charge cradle.6. After a few seconds, try using your Handset again.In Case Of Difficulty
15What does this limited warranty cover?•The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrantsto the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the productand all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are freefrom material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following termsand conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operationinstructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Productspurchased and used in the United States of America.What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from materialdefects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period(“Materially Defective Product”)?• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative willrepair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product.If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. Ifwe choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbishedproduct of the same or similar design.VTech will return repaired or replacementproducts to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules,or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech’s option, is your exclusiveremedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30days.How long is the limited warranty period ?•The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE(1)YEAR from the dateof purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the termsof this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacementProducts for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacementProduct is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty;whichever is longer.What is not covered by this limited warranty ?This limited warranty does not cover1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physicaldamage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation,fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyoneother than an authorized service representative of VTech; or3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions,network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electricalaccessories; orWarranty Statement
165. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates orelectronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the UnitedStates, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limitedto Products used for rental purposes); or7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installationor repair of systems outside the unit.How do you get warranty service?• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service,please check the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and featuresmay save you a service call.• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damageduring transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handlingcharges incurred in the transport of Product(s) to the service location . VTechwill return repaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you,transportation, delivery or handling charges prepaid. VTech assumes no risk fordamage or loss of the Product in transit.• If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchasedoes not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and willrequest that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity.You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair ofProducts that are not covered by this limited warranty.What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTechservice location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased(Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.Other Limitations• This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech.It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTechprovides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describesall of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product. There are no other expresswarranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty andyou should not rely on any such modification.State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you mayalso have other rights which vary from state to state.Warranty Statement
17Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purposeand merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use)are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitationson how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply toyou.• 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 touse the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment,and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some statesdo not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, sothe above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.Warranty Statement
18This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 ofIndustry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registrationnumber and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and LoadNumber. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephonecompany.This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact:VTech Communications Inc.CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.For repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnectthis equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.FCC Part 15Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try andcorrect the interference by one or more of the following measures:•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.•Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to whichthe receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC and ACTA InformationIf this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rulesand with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone NetworkFCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
19adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We arerequired to provide you with the following information.1. Product identifier and REN informationThe label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, anidentifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). Thisinformation must be provided to your local telephone company upon request. Forequipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by thephrase “FCC Reg No.” and the REN is listed separately. For equipment approved afterthat date, the product identifier is preceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN isencoded in the product identifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventhcharacters following the colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZwould indicate an REN of 0.3.The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephoneline and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sumof all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. You may want to contact your local telephonecompany for more information.2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone networkThe plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and thetelephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technicalrequirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug isprovided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modularjack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting toa single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user’smanual. This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with PartyLines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephoneline, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment.If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephonecompany or a qualified installer.3. Repair instructionsIf this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack untilthe problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be madeby the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow theinstructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.4. Rights of the telephone companyIf this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone companymay temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is requiredto notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you willbe notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problemand the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaintFCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
20with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. Thetelephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.5. Hearing aid compatibilityIf this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.6. Programming/testing of emergency numbersIf this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, firedepartment and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. Ifyou do, please keep three things in mind:a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card,so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing featuredoesn’t work.b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumesno responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended.However, if you do make a call to an emergency number:• You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hangingup.• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peakhours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when the emergency servicestend to be less busy.IC (Industry Canada)This telephone is registered for use in Canada.The term “IC: ” before the certification/registration number only signifies that the IndustryCanada technical specifications were met.“NOTICE: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal EquipmentTechnical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation,IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based ona Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specificationswere met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.”“NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. TheREN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum numberof terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on aninterface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirementthat the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceedfive.’’FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
21Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to beconnected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipmentmust also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer shouldbe aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation ofservices in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenancefacility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to thisequipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications companycause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connectionsof the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present,are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.Caution :Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contactthe appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed bythe FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only overa certain distance - which will depend on the location of the Base Unit and Handset,weather, and the construction and layout of your home or office.The RBRC® SealThe RBRC® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTechCommunications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry programto collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives,when taken out of service within the United States and Canada.The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing usednickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which maybe illegal in your area.VTech’ s participation in RBRC® makes it easy for you to drop off the spent batteryat local retailers participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized VTech productservice centers. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd batteryrecycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech’s involvement in thisprogram is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving naturalresources.FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
22RBRC® is a registered trademark ofRechargeable Battery RecyclingCorporation.FREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCYBase: 2410.2-2418.9 MHzHandset: 912.75-917.10 MHzRECEIVE FREQUENCYBase: 912.75-917.10 MHzHandset: 2410.2-2418.9 MHzCHANNELS30 ChannelsNOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGEMaximum power allowed by FCC and IC.Actual operating range may varyaccording to environmental conditions atthe time of use.SIZEHandset: 173.7mmx51.5mmx31.3mm (including antenna)Base : 137.2mmx97.1mmx76.5mm (including antenna)WEIGHTHandset: 630 gramsBase : 120 grams(excluding battery pack)POWER REQUIREMENTSHandset: 3.6V 400mAh Ni-CdBattery PackBase : 9V DC @ 300mAMEMORYSpeed Dial: 10 Memory locations16 digits per locationSPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL ANDMAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.Technical Specifications
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS 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 Electronics Canada Ltd., Suite 200, 7671 AlderbridgeWay, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.Copyright 2003 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.Printed in China 91-5392-10-00ISSUE 0
USER'S MANUALVTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.www.vtechphones.comUNIQUE STAND UP DESIGN2406ANY KEY ANSWER 30 CHANNEL OPERATIONTo help protect the environment,this product may contain recycledor reconditioned parts and materials.

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