VTech Telecommunications 80-5316-00 2.4GHz Digital Modulation Cordless with Caller ID User Manual Gemini

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vtech GEMINI
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Display and keypad
Display and symbols
The handset display provides easy to understand information on the current status of your telephone. The 4-line display (with
backlight illumination) is capable of showing several graphical symbols and text lines. The meaning of the symbols shown in the
upper part of the display is as follows:
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This antenna symbol is permanently lit if a radio connection
between handset and base station exists. A blinking symbol shows
that the handset is almost outside of the range of the corresponding
base station.
You have pressed the talk key.
Indicates that the handset is logged on to base station A, B, C or D.
Upon delivery the handset is logged on to base station A. Refer to
page 48 for more information on selecting another base station.
The keypad has been locked („key lock“).
One or more new SMS1 text message have been received.
The ring tone has been switched off („do not disturb“). Incoming
calls are signalled by a short beep.
The microphone is switched off („mute“).
Indicates charge status of the battery (refer to page Error!
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Name and number of the handset. You can operate up to 5
handsets on the same base station. This allows you to make
internal calls between handsets free of charge!
Ask your service provider about the availability and any charges for this service.
Handset front view
EARPIECE
(ADDITIONAL
Display with
backlight
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Soft key
Cancel key
Talk key
Hands-free key
(illuminated)
LOUDSPEAKER IS
LOCATED AT THE
Navigation keys
Soft key
Phonebook key
Message key
(illuminated)
Number pad
R-key
VIP phonebook
Microphone
Handset keypad
The following illustrations represent the keys on the handset keypad. For each key a short description is provided.
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Softkeys (left and right) which corresponding to different functions as
displayed on the screen.
The navigation keys have different functions:
⇒ While in a standby: open the redial list.
⇒ While in a menu: scroll up or down.
⇒ During a call: change the volume.
This C (cancel)-key has different functions:
⇒ While in a menu: press to quit the (sub) menu
⇒ Press for 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
⇒ During a call: press to switch off the microphone (mute).
Open the phonebook.
Talk key. Corresponds to “lift/replace receiver” on a conventional
telephone.
Handsfree / speakerphone: switch the loudspeaker on/off. When the
loudspeaker is on, this key is illuminated.
Message key. This key blinks when one or more new messages have
been received. Press this key to open the message list.
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Numerical keys for entering telephone numbers as well as text.
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When pressing the 1-key for approx. 2 seconds (long-press), the
network mailbox number is dialled directly.
In dialling mode, when pressing the 0-key for approx. 2 seconds
(long-press), a dialling pause is inserted between digits
Asterisk (or star) key to enter the “asterisk” symbol. Pressing this key
and holding it for approx. 2 seconds switches the ring tone on/off. While
editing names or writing text, pressing this key switches between
uppercase and lowercase characters.
Hash (or pound) key to enter the “hash” symbol.
Pressing this key and holding it for approx. 2 seconds locks/unlocks the
keypad.
Open the VIP phonebook.
R – or Flash key.
Base station front view
The vtech GEMINI base station is equipped with a multi-functional paging key used for finding (paging) the handset(s) (see below)
and registering handsets on to the base station (refer to page 11).
Paging key
Charging cradle
for the handset
Finding the handset (paging)
You can easily find a (misplaced) handset by pressing the paging key on the base station. All handsets which are logged on to this
base station will start ringing for 60 seconds enabling you to quickly find the handset(s) again.
Stop the ring tone on the handset by pressing the talk key
Note
A handset will not start ringing if the handset is not registered to the base
station. For more information how to register the handset to the base station
refer to page 11. The handset will not ring if switched off or the batteries are
flat.
Making the first call
Switching the handset on/off
After placing the handset in the base station (and completing the initial charging of the batteries) the handset is automatically
switched on and ready for operation.
Switching on the handset
If the handset happens to be off, you can switch it on again by pressing the talk key
Switching off the handset
You may switch off the handset in order to prolong the duration of the rechargeable batteries. Follow this procedure:
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
The display shows:
Switch off HS
Switch off HS?
and press the «OK» softkey.
Press the «OK» softkey to
switch off the handset.
Note
The handset does not respond to paging from the base station nor to
incoming calls when it is switched off!
Registering (Log on) the handset
The handset is initially already registered to the base station. In this case both the and symbols should be visible in the display. If
for whatever reason the handset is no longer registered to the base station, the display will show Please Log-on ! . In this
case follow the registration procedure as described on page 47.
Note
With this vtech GEMINI you can operate up to 5 handset on the same base
station. This allows internal calls between handsets (registered to the same
base station) free of charge!
Switching the key lock on/off
When carrying the handset with you, you may want to switch on the key lock. This prevents any calls be made unintentionally since
all key functions are disabled.
key for approx. 2 seconds will lock/unlock the keypad. When the keys are locked, the display
Pressing the
shows Key lock on ! as well as the
symbol.
Note
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Even when the key lock is on, you can answer any incoming call simply
by pressing the talk key
You can always dial any of the predefined emergency numbers, even
when the key lock is on.
Set the time and date
Before you make your first phone call you may want to set the correct time and date. Please follow the procedure described on page
42.
Make a telephone call
Now you are ready to make your first telephone call:
Lift the handset from the base station.
Press the talk key. You will hear the dial tone and the talk icon appears on the
screen:
Enter the telephone number. After entering the last digit, the telephone
connection is being made and you will hear the ring tone. As soon as the
other party picks up the phone, you can start your conversation.
Alternatively you may follow these steps:
Lift the handset from the base station.
Enter the telephone number. You may correct the entry by pressing the
which deletes the last digit.
cancel key
Press the talk key. The Vtech GEMINI will send the telephone number to the
network. After the connection is established you will hear the ring tone.
Note
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Your Vtech GEMINI supports the entry of telephone numbers with a
maximum of 24 digits.
When entering more than 16 digits the additional digits are displayed
on the second line of the display.
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Your Vtech GEMINI offers several other means to dial telephone
numbers (e.g. using the phonebook. For details refer to page 14.
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You may also make internal calls. Refer to page 21 for more details.
Answering a telephone call
When someone is calling you, you will hear the ring tone and the number (or name) of the calling party is displayed on the Vtech
GEMINI handset. Not all service providers support this so-called CLIP service. So ask your service provider about the availability and
additional charges of service.
To answer a telephone call you simply lift the handset from the base station or you press the talk key
Note
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Your Vtech GEMINI handset displays the name of the calling party
(instead of the telephone number) only if you have previously entered
this telephone number in the phonebook.
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The calling party may have restricted its identity. In this case the name
or number will not be shown. The display will simply
read: Incoming Call !
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Incoming calls are signalled acoustically on both the handset and the
base station. You may change the volume and melody of these ring
tones individually (refer to pages 37 and 41).
Ending a telephone call
To end a telephone call you simply press the talk key
standby mode.
and the telephone connection is broken. The handset returns to the
Missed calls
If you had one or more unanswered calls during your absence the handset display shows
message key
is blinking to indicate that you missed one or more calls.
New calls !
In addition, the
Press the message key
it’s features.
to open the Call Log to see who called you. Refer to page 19 for more information on the Call Log and
Handsfree calling
The Vtech GEMINI handset is equipped with a loudspeaker which enables handsfree calling. Press the loudspeaker key
handset to activate/deactivate the loudspeaker.
on the
The loudspeaker key is illuminated when the loudspeaker is activated.
The volume of the earpiece and of the loudspeaker can be adjusted independently (refer to page 13).
Warning !
The loudspeaker is located at the backside of the handset and may
produce loud tones. Never place the loudspeaker close to your ear in
order to prevent hearing damage !
Changing the voice volume during a call
During a call you can independently adjust both the earpiece and loudspeaker voice volumes in five levels.
You are conducting a telephone conversation.
Press the «Volume» softkey.
The current setting is indicated by a tick mark. Select the desired volume level
with the navigation keys (1 - 5).
When handsfree is off you can adjust the earpiece volume:
Earpiece Vol.1
= quietest level (1)
= loudest level (5)
Earpiece vol.5
When handsfree is on you can adjust the loudspeaker volume:
Speaker Vol.1
Speaker vol.5
= quietest level (1)
= loudest level (5)
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The new voice volume level is set.
Muting the handset
If you are in a telephone conversation with someone and you don’t want that person to hear what is being said in the room then you
. The
icon appears in the display to indicate that
can temporarily switch off the microphone of the handset („mute“) by pressing
the microphone is switched off. Press
again to switch the microphone back on.
Message Lists
Your Vtech GEMINI has three different message lists:
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Network Mailbox
This list shows whether you have new messages in your network mailbox (only if available from your service provider!). This
network mailbox works like an answering machine similar to what is often used for GSM mobile phones.
When you have one or more message in this network mailbox the display shows Mailbox ! and the message key
is
blinking. By pressing this message key
you can call your mailbox directly to listen to the new message(s).
Refer to page 45 for more information on availability and operation.
SMS Messages
For SMS messages actually two lists are available: one for incoming and one for outgoing (stored) messages. ). When you have
one or more new SMS messages the display shows New SMS ! and the message key
is blinking. By pressing this
message key
you enter the list of incoming SMS messages directly.
Refer to page 30 for more details on SMS messages.
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Call Log
This list contains previous incoming calls (both answered and unanswered). When you have missed one or more calls the
display shows New calls ! and the message key
is blinking. By pressing this message key
you enter the Call
Log directly.
For more information on the Call Log and its features refer to page 19.
Note
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You can access the message lists by pressing the message key
by selecting the menu entry Messages from the main menu.
If several new message (of different types) are available then the
display shows Message waiting
or
Comfort dialling
Dialling using the phonebook
Instead of remembering a telephone number, you can lookup a name in the phonebook and dial the corresponding telephone
number with a single key press.
Press the phonebook key. The first entry in the phonebook is displayed. The
number of entries currently stored in the phonebook is displayed at the top of
the display, e.g. __Phonebook(23)__
Scroll to the desired phonebook entry using the navigation keys.
Alternatively, you may use the number keys (0 - 9) to enter the first character
of the desired name e.g.:
Press
once to jump to the first entry starting with the letter “J”.
Press
twice to jump to the first entry starting with the letter “H”.
Press the talk key. The corresponding telephone number is dialled.
Note
After you have located the desired phonebook entry you may press the «OK»
softkey which allows you to edit or extend this telephone number before
dialling.
Managing the phonebook
The handset of your Vtech GEMINI stores up to 60 entries in the phonebook. For each entry you can specify the telephone number
(max. 24 digits) and the corresponding name (max. 15 characters).
Creating a new entry in the phonebook
Press the phonebook key to open the phonebook.
Open the phonebook administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
The display reads
New entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
Enter number:
Enter the telephone number and
finish by pressing the «OK» softkey. For details on how to enter special
characters see below.
The display reads
Enter name:
Enter the corresponding name and
finish by pressing the «Store» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry stored ! . The entry is now stored in the phonebook.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Entering Special Characters
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Note
Special characters can be entered in the telephone numbers and
stored in the phonebook. Examples are * , # , P (dial
pause) and
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(flash).
Enter a dial pause by pressing the
key for approx. 2 seconds.
Enter a flash by pressing the flash key
For details on setting the
length of the flash signal, please refer to page 42.
Correct entries by deleting the last digit/character by pressing the
«Delete» softkey
The available characters for entering names are listed on page Error!
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to toggle between uppercase,
lowercase or digit characters.
Editing entries in the phonebook
Press the phonebook key. The first entry in the phonebook is displayed.
Scroll to the desired phonebook entry using the navigation keys.
Open the phonebook administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Edit entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
The display shows the telephone number of this entry. Edit this number and
finish by pressing the «OK» softkey.
The display shows the corresponding name. Edit this name and finish by
pressing the «Store» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry stored ! . The changes are now stored in the
phonebook.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Deleting entries from the phonebook
Press the phonebook key. The first entry in the phonebook is displayed.
Scroll to the desired phonebook entry using the navigation keys.
Open the phonebook administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
The display reads
Delete entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
Delete entry? Press the «Yes» softkey to
Entry delete ! . and the entry is
confirm. The display briefly shows
deleted from the phonebook.
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Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
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The phonebook is stored in the handset. Any changes in the phonebook
are thus not seen in other handsets which are logged on to the same
base station.
The entire phonebook is cleared when you reset the handset (refer to
page 38).
Dialling using the VIP phonebook
With the VIP phonebook key
you have access to a special phonebook with 7 names and telephone numbers.
Press the VIP phonebook key.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Press the talk key. The selected telephone number is dialled.
Note
This VIP phonebook is stored in the base station and thus is available to all
handsets which are logged on to the base station.
Managing the VIP phonebook
Editing an entry in the VIP phonebook.
Press the VIP phonebook key.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Press the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Edit entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
Edit the telephone number and finish by pressing the «OK» softkey. For
details on how to enter special characters refer to page 16.
Edit the corresponding name and finish by pressing the «Store» softkey. The
display briefly shows Entry stored ! . The changes are now stored
in the VIP phonebook.
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Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The VIP phonebook is stored in the base station. Any changes in the
phonebook are thus also seen in other handsets which are logged in to the
base station.
Clearing entries from the VIP phonebook
The entries in the VIP phonebook cannot really be deleted (so that the following entries move up one position). Instead you can clear
(empty) each entry individually.
Press the VIP phonebook key.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Press the «Options» softkey.
Delete entry and press the «OK» softkey.
Delete entry? .
Select the menu entry
The display shows
Confirm by pressing the «Yes» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry deleted ! . The entry will appear in the VIP
phonebook marked as
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- Empty -
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Quick Dial (Network Mailbox)
Your Vtech GEMINI offers a quick dial function for a network mailbox (voicebox). Such a network mailbox is a supplementary
network service offered by your service provider, acting as an automatic answering machine.
for 2 seconds and your Vtech GEMINI automatically dials the pre-programmed telephone number of this network mailbox.
Press
Refer to page 45 for more information on this network mailbox and how to use it.
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Note
Please note that quick dialling is only supported for the
key.
Remember that this quick dial function is only used to access the
network mailbox. To activate/de-activate the mailbox you must send
appropriate network codes to this mailbox. Ask your service provider
for details.
Redialling from the redial list
The last 20 dialled telephone numbers are stored in the redial list. Each subsequent dialled number overwrites the oldest entry in the
list.
Redial a telephone number
Open the redial list by pressing the «Redial» softkey. The newest entry in the
redial list is displayed. The number of entries currently stored in the redial list
is displayed at the top of the display, e.g. __Redial list(15)__
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Press the talk key. The selected telephone number is redialled.
Note
After you have selected the desired redial number you may press the «OK»
softkey which allows you to edit or extend this telephone number before
redialling.
Managing the redial list
Deleting entries from the redial list
Press the «Redial» softkey. The first entry in the redial list is displayed.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Open the redial list administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
The display reads
Delete entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
Delete entry? Press the «Yes» softkey to
Entry delete ! . and the entry is
confirm. The display briefly shows
deleted from the redial list.
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Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The redial list is stored in the individual handset. Thus, all manipulations of
the redial list (such as deleting an entry) will not be seen in other handsets
which are logged on to the same base station.
Deleting the entire redial list
Press the «Redial» softkey. The first entry in the redial list is displayed.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Open the redial list administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
The display reads
Delete list
and press the «OK» softkey.
Delete list? Press the «Yes» softkey to confirm.
List delete ! . and the entire list is
The display briefly shows
deleted.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Note
The entire redial list is also deleted when the handset is reset (refer to page
38).
Store number from the redial list in the phonebook
Press the «Redial» softkey. The first entry in the redial list is displayed.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Open the redial list administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Store phonebook
and press the «OK»
softkey.
The display reads
Enter name:
Enter the corresponding name and
finish by pressing the «Store» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry stored ! . The entry is now stored in the phonebook.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Dialling from the Call Log
If the CLIP service is supported by your service provider (i.e. if the telephone number of the calling party is made available) then any
unanswered calls will be stored in the Call Log. This Call Log contains up to 20 entries. If the Call Log is full, then the newest entry
overwrites the oldest one.
The handset display shows
New calls !
if you have any new unanswered calls. In addition, the message key
blinking to indicate that you missed one or more calls.
Dialling a telephone number from the Call Log
The handset display shows
New calls !
Press the message key. The most recent unanswered call is displayed.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Press the talk key. The corresponding telephone number is dialled.
or
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Messages
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Call Log
and press the «OK» softkey.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Press the talk key. The corresponding telephone number is dialled.
Note
With PBX telephone systems:
Dialling from the Call Log works properly only if the PBX system automatically
inserts first any required network access digit! Refer to the respective PBX
user documentation for more information.
Managing the Call Log
Show details of an unanswered call
Press the message key.
Select the menu entry
Call Log
and press the «OK» softkey.
is
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Open the administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Show details
and press the «OK» softkey.
The display shows the telephone number of the caller as well as the time/date
of the call.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Store number from the Call Log in the phonebook
Press the message key.
Select the menu entry
Call Log
and press the «OK» softkey.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Open the administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Store phonebook
and press the «OK»
softkey.
The display reads
Enter name:
Enter the corresponding name and
finish by pressing the «Store» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry stored ! . The entry is now stored in the phonebook.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Deleting an entry from the Call Log
Press the message key.
Select the menu entry
Call Log
and press the «OK» softkey.
Scroll to the desired entry using the navigation keys.
Open the administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Delete entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
Delete entry? Press the «Yes» softkey to
confirm. The display briefly shows Entry delete ! . and the entry is
The display reads
deleted from the Call Log.
.....
Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The Call Log is stored in the base station. Thus, all manipulations of the
Call Log (such as deleting an entry) will be reflected in all handsets which
are logged on to the base station.
Deleting the entire Call Log
Press the message key.
Select the menu entry
Call Log
and press the «OK» softkey.
Open the administration menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Delete list
and press the «OK» softkey.
Delete list? Press the «Yes» softkey to confirm.
The display briefly shows List delete ! . and the entire list is
The display reads
deleted.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Note
The entire Call Log is also deleted when the base station is reset (refer to
page 43).
Making internal calls
If you have more than one handset logged on to the base station then you can make internal telephone calls between these
handsets. Such internal calls are free of charge since such calls are routed over the base station but not over the telephone network.
Dialling an internal number
Press this softkey to open the list of available internal destinations (i.e. other
handsets which are logged on to the base station).
Select the internal destination you want to call from the list
(e.g. Intern 2 ) and press the «OK» softkey to dial this number.
You may end the internal call by pressing the talk key
Note
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again or by placing the handset back in the base station.
If you are having an internal conversation then it is not possible to setup another (second) internal call between other handsets.
The list of available internal destinations includes only other handsets
which are logged on to the base station.
To find out which handsets are logged on to the base station, press the
paging key on the base station. On all logged on handsets you will
hear a ring tone and the handset displays read Paging...
Callback if busy
Many service operators offer a supplementary network service named “Call Completion Busy Subscriber” (CCBS). When the person
whom you are calling is engaged in another conversation (you will hear the busy tone), then you may activate this service. The
telephone network will start to monitor the other party’s telephone line. When the other party becomes free, your own telephone
starts ringing and when you answer, the network automatically sets-up the connection.
Activating callback if busy
You are trying to call someone. The called party is already engaged and you
hear the busy signal.
Open the options menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Callback
and press the «OK» softkey.
Depending on the service provider you may hear a spoken message.
Press the talk key to return to the standby mode and wait for the network to
reconnect you.
Note
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Ask your service provider about the availability and any charges of this
service.
Make sure that you have programmed the correct network control code
for this service (refer to page 45).
This service will usually remains active for a limited period of time (e.g.
30 minutes). Ask your service provider for details.
Call anonymously
Your telephone number may be made available to the other party when you make a phone call (ask your service provider about the
availability and costs of this CLIP service).
However, you may wish to hide your own telephone number from the person you are calling. In this case, your telephone number will
not be displayed on the called party’s telephone. Please note that this is a supplementary network service and subject to availability
from your service provider.
If you activate this mode than it will only apply to the next telephone call you are making. The mode “call anonymously“ is
automatically disabled after you have made the call (whether successful or not).
Your handset is in standby mode.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Call anonymously
After pressing the OK key you are requested to enter the phone number of
the party you want to call (or use the option softkey
to access the
phonebook or other dialling lists).
Press the talk key to dial this number.
When dialling, the Vtech GEMINI automatically inserts the pre-defined
network control code for this service before the telephone number (this is also
shown on the display).
Note
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Ask your service provider about the availability and any charges of this
service.
Make sure that you have programmed the correct network control code
for this service (refer to page 45).
Direct Call
You may switch your Vtech GEMINI into Direct Call mode. In this mode the handset starts dialling a pre-defined telephone number
whenever you press any key on the handset. This mode may be helpful for parents with small children. In case when the parents are
away, the children can be told that they can reach their parents (or neighbours) simply by pressing any key on the handset. Of
course the corresponding telephone number must be programmed in the handset by the parents before.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Direct Call
and press the «OK» softkey.
Enter the system PIN code and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
The display shows
Direct Call On
Enter number:
and press the «OK» softkey.
and you are requested to enter
the destination telephone number. Confirm by pressing the «OK» softkey.
The handset returns to the standby mode. The display
shows Direct Call to indicate that direct dialling is activated.
Whenever you press any key, the handset automatically starts dialling the
previously entered telephone number.
Note
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While Direct Call is activated you can still normally answer any
incoming call.
De-activate the Direct Call mode by pressing the «Options» softkey
and selecting the menu entry
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Direct Call Off
Key Lock cannot be enabled while in Direct Call mode.
Multiple conversations
Your Vtech GEMINI supports having multiple conversations at the same time. For example, while talking to someone, you can make
an inquiry (i.e. put the caller on hold and call someone else).
Some of these „multiple conversation“ features are using supplementary network services offered by your service provider. Ask your
service provider about the availability and any charges of such services. Also make sure that the correct network service codes are
programmed into your Vtech GEMINI. Refer to page 44 for more information on supplementary network service and their associated
codes.
Call Waiting
Call Waiting is a supplementary network service offered by your service provider. With this service you can be in a telephone
conversation and still be informed that someone else is calling you. In this case you will hear the “call waiting“ tone and you may
answer this call (while your other conversation is put on hold).
Your Vtech GEMINI supports this network service by offering self-explanatory menu selections for performing several call waiting
functions. Remember however that call waiting only works properly if your service provider has made it available to you (e.g. if you
have subscribed to this service).
The following call waiting functions are supported by your Vtech GEMINI:
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Enable call waiting
Disable call waiting
Accept a waiting call (during another conversation)
Reject a waiting call (during another conversation)
Please note that you must make sure that the correct control codes for these functions are programmed into your Vtech GEMINI
(refer to page 45). Ask your service provider about the correct network service control codes.
Enable/disable call waiting
You can enable or disable the call waiting features by sending the appropriate network service control code to the network. Only
when you enable this call waiting feature, you will hear the call waiting tone when a second call comes in.
The handset is in standby mode
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
Network Services
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK»
softkey.
Select the menu entry
Call Waiting
The current call waiting status is shown, e.g.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Switch CW on 9 .
Change the status according to your preference.
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. Your Vtech GEMINI starts to send the
corresponding network service code over the telephone line. Depending on
the service provider you may have to wait for a (spoken) confirmation from the
network.
Press the talk key to return to the standby mode.
Note
For fax or modem operation this call waiting function should be switched off,
in order to prevent errors in the data transmission.
Accept a waiting call
If you are conducting a conversation, you may accept a second incoming (waiting) call. The procedure is different depending on
whether you want to hold or end the first call:
End the first call
You are conducting a telephone conversation.
A second external party is calling you. You hear the call waiting signal.
You end your current call by pressing the talk key. The handset starts ringing
again indicating the new incoming call.
Press the talk key to answer this incoming call.
or
Hold the first call
You are conducting a telephone conversation.
A second external party is calling you. You hear the call waiting signal.
Open the options menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Accept CW
and press the «OK» softkey. Your
current conversation is put on hold and you are connected to the waiting
caller.
Note
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The network usually allows you a few seconds to accept a waiting call.
If you do not respond quickly enough, the calling party will hear a busy
tone.
If you have put your other conversation “on hold“ then you have a
choice of different actions to undertake. You may switch between the
two conversations (brokering, refer to page 27), you may transfer the
call (refer to page 26) or you may enter into a conference call (refer to
page 27).
Reject a waiting call
You are conducting a telephone conversation.
A second external party is calling you. You hear the call waiting signal
Open the options menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Reject CW
and press the «OK» softkey. The call
waiting signal is switched off, the calling party hears the busy tone and your
telephone conversation with your original party continues.
Note
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Remember to ask your service provider about the availability and any
charges of these call waiting services.
Make sure that you have programmed the correct control code for
these call waiting services (refer to page 45).
Making an internal inquiry call
When you are conducting an external call, you may want to make an inquiry call to someone else without ending the original
conversation.
An internal inquiry call is performed entirely in the base station. This means that internal inquiry calls are not depending on the
service offerings of your service provider.
You are conducting an external call and you want to call an internal party
without ending the external conversation.
Press this softkey to open the list of available internal destinations (i.e. other
handsets which are logged on to the base station).
Select the internal destination you want to call from the list
(e.g. Intern 2 ) and press the «OK» softkey to dial this number.
Conduct your internal inquiry conversation.
You can switch between both parties by pressing the «Brokering» softkey.
You can also enter into a 3-party conference call by pressing the
«Conference» softkey.
Note
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If the other internal party hangs up first, you are again connected to
your original external party. If however, you end this inquiry first by
, the external call is automatically connected
pressing the talk key
to the remaining internal party.
Only one single internal call can be made at any time.
Making an external inquiry call
An external inquiry call is performed in the telephone network (supplementary network service). This means that you will have to
verify that this service is available from your service provider and that this service is activated with a flash signal. Make sure that the
correct flash signal period is programmed in your Vtech GEMINI (refer to page 42).
You are conducting an external call and you want to call another external
party without ending the first conversation.
Start the external inquiry call by pressing the R-key (flash key).
If this service is supported by your service provider you will hear the dial tone.
Now, enter the external telephone number for your inquiry (or select a number
e.g. from the phonebook).
You now have two (external) calls at the same time, one of which is on hold.
You can switch between both parties by pressing the «Brokering» softkey.
You can also enter into a 3-party conference call by pressing the
«Conference» softkey.
Note
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If you end this inquiry by pressing the talk key
, the current
conversation is ended and your handset starts ringing indicating that
you still have another call holding. Press again the talk key to switch
back to this conversation.
It is not possible to make an external inquiry if you already are in an
internal conversation.
Transferring a call
If you have made an internal inquiry (refer to page 25) and thus you have two calls at the same time (one call on hold), then you may
want to connect (transfer) the external call to the internal call on the other handset.
You have two calls, one of which on hold (one external and one internal call).
Simply press the talk key to transfer the call and connect both parties.
Alternating between calls (brokering)
If you have two calls at the same time (one call on hold), then you may want to switch between both calls without ending either of the
calls (brokering).
You have two calls, one of which on hold.
Simply press the «Brokering» softkey to alternate between both calls.
Simply press the talk key to end one of the calls. You are automatically
connected to the remaining party.
Note
Remember that brokering between external calls is performed in the
telephone network (supplementary network service). This means that you
will have to verify that this service is available from your service provider
and that the correct control codes are programmed in your Vtech GEMINI
(refer to page 45).
Three-party conference calls
If you have two calls at the same time (one call on hold), then you may want to connect all parties in a so-called 3-party conference
call.
You have two calls, one of which on hold.
Simply press the «Conference» softkey to enter into a 3-party conference call.
Conduct your conference call now.
Press the «Single» softkey to split up the conference call in individual calls
again.
By pressing the talk key in the middle of a conference call, you disconnect
yourself from the conversation and both remaining parties are automatically
connected (call transfer).
Note
Remember that setting up a conference call between external parties is
performed in the telephone network (supplementary network service). This
means that you will have to verify that this service is available from your
service provider and that the correct control codes are programmed in your
Vtech GEMINI (refer to page 45).
Call Forwarding
In case you are busy or away, there are several options for people still to reach you. Although your Vtech GEMINI does not possess
an answering machine, your service provider might be offering you such an answering machine through a network mailbox /
voicebox. Refer to page 45 for more details.
Another possibility is to forward incoming calls automatically to another telephone number. This is generally known as ‘Call
Forwarding’. Call Forwarding is not actually performed in your Vtech GEMINI but rather in the telephone network itself. Therefore you
must tell the network where you want to forward your calls to and your Vtech GEMINI provides menus to actually do just that.
Note
Call Forwarding is a supplementary network service and thus subject to
availability from your service provider. Please ask your service provider
about any subscription fees/costs for this service.
Enable/disable Call Forwarding
Your Vtech GEMINI provides menus which make it very easy for you to enable or disable Call Forwarding. You may individually
activate or de-activate Call Forwarding for the following situations:
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CFB – Call Forwarding if Busy
Forward all incoming calls only if your telephone line is busy.
CFNR – Call Forwarding when No Reply
Forward all incoming call when an incoming call is not answered within a certain period of time.
CFU – Call Forwarding Unconditional
Forward all incoming calls immediately.
Follow the procedure below to enable/disable Call Forwarding:
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Call Forwarding
and press the «OK»
softkey.
Select the type of Call Forwarding and press the «OK» softkey:
CF Unconditional
CF if Busy
CF when No Reply
Select either the corresponding
On
or
Off
entry to enable or disable
this type of Call Forwarding. Press the «OK» softkey to confirm your
selection.
If you selected the
On
entry you are requested to enter the telephone
number to which incoming calls will be forwarded. Press the «OK» softkey to
confirm.
If you selected the
Off
entry you do not have to specify the destination
telephone number.
Your Vtech GEMINI will now connect to the network and send the appropriate
network control code(s) to the network. The display
shows Please listen ! to indicate that you may hear a spoken
acknowledge notification from the network.
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Press the talk key to disconnect from the network.
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Usually CFB and CFNR can be enabled simultaneously to different
destination telephone numbers. Please ask your service provider for
details.
Some service providers offer enhanced features e.g. to request the
status of Call Forwarding options. Please ask your service provider for
details.
Program service codes for Call Forwarding
Since Call Forwarding is a supplementary network service, special network control codes are required for the Vtech GEMINI to be
send to the network to activate/de-activate Call Forwarding.
Refer to page 45 for details on how to set/modify the control codes for the different Call Forwarding options. Make sure the correct
codes are entered in your Vtech GEMINI. Please ask your service provider for the correct code values.
SMS Messages
Sending and receiving of SMS text messages (in conjunction with the CLIP service) is a supplementary network service and thus
subject to availability from your service provider. Please ask your service provider about the availability, any charges and how to
subscribe to this service.
Your Vtech GEMINI supports SMS text messages with a maximum length of 160 characters. However, not all telephones can
receive SMS messages. So if you want to send someone an SMS message, first verify that the person who should receive the
message has a telephone with SMS capabilities.
SMS messages are stored in the base station of the Vtech GEMINI. These SMS messages are thus available to all handsets which
are logged on to this base station. However, only one handset can use the SMS functionality at the same time.
Your Vtech GEMINI can store up to 15 SMS messages at the same time. In case you reach the maximum storage capacity, you will
see a corresponding notification on the display of the handset(s). In this case you must delete one or SMS messages first.
Note
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Your Vtech GEMINI does only support text formatted SMS messages.
Some service providers use an SMS transmission protocol which your
Vtech GEMINI is unable to understand. In this case you cannot send
nor receive any SMS messages.
It is not always possible to send SMS messages to telephone numbers
in the network of another service provider (e.g. from fixed networks to
GSM networks). Ask your service provider about the current
possibilities.
SMS Service Centres (Gateways)
SMS messages are send and received through so-called SMS service centres (gateways )which you must identify by their respective
telephone numbers.
The Vtech GEMINI supports three individual SMS gateways:
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SMS Gateway 1 – for sending and receiving SMS messages
SMS Gateway 2 – for receiving SMS messages only
SMS Gateway 3 – for receiving SMS messages only
Many service providers require a specific subscription / initialisation procedure to be completed before you can receive any SMS
messages. Often, this is done by sending an SMS with a specific text to a specific number. Ask your service provider about details of
such procedures.
Note
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Make sure that the correct telephone number(s) of the SMS gateway(s)
are entered in your Vtech GEMINI otherwise you will not be able to send
nor receive SMS messages! Ask your service provider about these
gateway numbers.
Also make sure that you completed any subscription / initialisation
procedures which may be required by your service provider!
Editing SMS service centre numbers (gateways)
You may edit the telephone numbers of each of the three SMS service centres individually. Please ask your service provider for the
correct telephone numbers of the respective gateways.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Messages
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
SMS Messages
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
SMS Gateways
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the gateway of your choice and press the «OK» softkey:
SMS Gateways 1
(sending and receiving SMS messages)
SMS Gateways 2
(receiving only)
SMS Gateways 3
(receiving only)
The display shows the current number of this service centre. Edit this number
and finish by pressing the «OK» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry stored ! . The new service centre number is now
stored.
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Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
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Caution: Sending and receiving SMS messages only works properly
when the service centre telephone numbers are entered correctly!
Check carefully whether you need to specify the network access code
in case your Vtech GEMINI cordless telephone is connected to a PBX
system.
Writing SMS messages
Your Vtech GEMINI supports SMS messages with a maximum length of 160 characters.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Messages
Select the menu entry
SMS Messages
Select the menu entry
Write new SMS
The display shows
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Enter text: . Enter the text for this new SMS
message (refer to page 32 for text editor details) and press the «OK» softkey
when finished.
Press the
key to toggle between uppercase and lowercase characters. All
available characters are listed on page Error! Bookmark not defined..
The display shows
Enter number: . Enter the telephone number
where you want to send the SMS message to. You can enter the telephone
number directly or fetch it from e.g. the phonebook, redial list, etc...
Note
If you are receiving an incoming call while you are writing an SMS
message, then writing of the SMS message is interrupted, your handset
starts ringing and you can answer the incoming call. The (incomplete)
message is stored in the list of outgoing messages and can be completed
and send later.
After having entered the SMS text and the destination number you have two options:
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Store the SMS in the list of outgoing SMS messages
Send the SMS to the specified destination
Store the SMS message
SMS messages are not automatically stored after sending. So if you want to keep an SMS message make sure that you store it first
before sending.
You have entered the SMS text and the destination telephone number.
Store SMS and press the «OK» softkey.
Entry stored ! . The SMS is now stored in the
Select the menu entry
The display shows
list of outgoing SMS messages and can be retrieved again later.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
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Note
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Your Vtech GEMINI stores max. 15 SMS messages. If the SMS
memory is full, a corresponding warning message is displayed asking
you to delete one or more SMS messages first.
New SMS messages will not be received if the SMS memory is full. So
make sure that you delete any SMS messages before all memory
space is used up!
Send the SMS message
You have entered the SMS text and the destination telephone number.
Send SMS and press the «OK» softkey.
- Sending SMS - . while your Vtech GEMINI is
Select the menu entry
The display shows
trying to transfer (send) the SMS message over the network.
If an error occurs while transferring the SMS message, the display will
read SMS not send ! . By pressing the message key
you go
directly to the list of outgoing SMS messages where you can try to send the
message again.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Text editor
Your Vtech GEMINI has a text editor with which you can enter and modify texts as well as navigate through the text lines. In the text
editor mode, key functions are as follows:
Toggle between lowercase, uppercase and digits
Press this key to toggle between lowercase, uppercase and digits. The
current status is indicate in the bottom line of the display.
Move the cursor
Move the cursor one character to the left.
(long press)
Move the cursor one line up.
Move the cursor one character to the right.
(long press)
Move the cursor one line down.
Delete characters
Delete the character left from the cursor.
(long press)
Delete all characters.
Quit the text editor without saving.
Enter characters
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Keys for entering characters. Press the key one or more times to enter
the required character. The bottom line of the display briefly lists all
available characters for this key.
Receiving SMS messages
All received SMS messages are stored in the list of incoming SMS messages. New incoming SMS messages are also announced on
the handset by displaying the
symbol together with the text New SMS ! . In this case you may press the (blinking) message
key
which takes you directly to the list of incoming SMS messages.
Note
New SMS messages will not be received if the SMS memory is full. So
make sure that you delete any SMS messages before all memory space is
used up!
List of incoming SMS messages
Incoming SMS messages are stored together with their reception date and time. Your Vtech GEMINI stores max. 15 SMS messages.
If the SMS memory is full, a corresponding warning message is displayed asking you to delete one or more SMS messages first.
Each entry in the list shows the reception date and time, the telephone number of the sender as well as the status (new or read) of
the SMS message.
Reading entries from the list of incoming SMS messages
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Messages
Select the menu entry
SMS Messages
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Incoming SMS
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The first SMS message in the list is displayed, e.g.:
New SMS
01/05
031683994412
21.06
15:22
The list is sorted by date and time of reception (most recent message first).
Browse through the SMS messages using the navigation keys.
By pressing the «Read» softkey the text contents of the selected SMS
message will be displayed.
Use the navigation keys to scroll through multiple lines of text within the SMS
message.
Press the cancel key briefly to return to the list of incoming SMS messages.
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Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
After having read an SMS message the status of the message is
automatically changes from “New” to “Read”.
Options for incoming SMS messages
When reading an incoming SMS message, the following options are available:
Open the SMS options menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select one of the following menu entries and press the «OK» softkey.
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Answer SMS
Select this option if you want to answer this SMS message. You are
asked whether you want to copy the text of the original incoming SMS
message. Complete the text of your answer and send it off. The
destination number is automatically copied from the original sender.
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Delete SMS
Select this option to delete this incoming SMS.
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Call number
If you select this option, your Vtech GEMINI directly dials the telephone
number of the sender of this incoming SMS message.
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Nr.>Phonebook
You can copy the telephone number of the sender of this SMS message
directly into your phonebook. All you have to do is enter the name to be
stored in the phonebook.
Note
New SMS messages will not be received if the SMS memory is full. So
make sure that you delete any SMS messages before all memory space is
used up!
List of outgoing SMS messages
The list of outgoing SMS messages contains:
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SMS messages which you have explicitly stored
SMS messages which could not be send (transmission failure)
SMS message which were send are deleted after successful transmission, unless you have explicitly stored that message.
Remember that the SMS storage capacity of your Vtech GEMINI is limited to a total of 15 SMS messages.
Viewing entries from the list of outgoing SMS messages
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Messages
Select the menu entry
SMS Messages
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Outgoing SMS
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The first SMS message in the list is displayed, e.g.:
Send SMS
01/12
077395578223
23.06
09:17
The list is sorted by date/time of transmission (most recent message first).
Browse through the SMS messages using the navigation keys.
By pressing the «Read» softkey the text contents of the selected SMS
message will be displayed.
Use the navigation keys to scroll through multiple lines of text within the SMS
message.
Press the cancel key briefly to return to the list of outgoing SMS messages.
Options for outgoing SMS messages
When reading an outgoing SMS message, the following options are available:
Open the SMS options menu by pressing the «Options» softkey.
Select one of the following menu entries and press the «OK» softkey.
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Send SMS
Select this option if you want to send this SMS again. You can edit the
text as well as the destination number before sending.
•
Edit SMS
Select this option if you want to edit the text of the SMS. You have the
choice of storing or sending the edited SMS message.
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Delete SMS
Select this option to delete this outgoing SMS.
Note
New SMS messages will not be received if the SMS memory is full. So
make sure that you delete any SMS messages before all memory space is
used up!
Special SMS features
Many service providers offer special features for sending and receiving SMS messages. Here is a selection of frequently offered
features:
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Request delivery confirmation
Send SMS as a FAX
Send SMS as an E-mail
Send SMS to a list of recipients (multi-message)
SMS forwarding
Ask your service provider about the availability of such special features and any corresponding costs/charges.
Your Vtech GEMINI does not provide any dedicated menu entries for these special SMS features.
Prevent unauthorised use
Authorised calls
Only handsets which are logged on to the base station are authorised to make and receive telephone calls. Persons who do not have
access to your base station nor know your base station’s PIN code cannot log on their handset to your base station (refer to page 47
for details of the logon procedure). So even if your neighbours also have an Vtech GEMINI cordless telephone, they cannot make
any telephone calls at your expense.
Tapping your conversation
The handset and base station of your Vtech GEMINI are in connection through a radio channel. The digital transmission between
handset and base station is secured and protected from listening in so that it is (practically) impossible for anyone to listen to your
conversations.
PIN code protection
Several functions of your Vtech GEMINI are protected by a secret 4-digit PIN code so that no unauthorised persons can use these
features.
Change the initial PIN code as soon as possible to a code which is only known to you (refer to page 41). Never reveal your PIN code
to anyone else, but make sure that you remember your PIN code well.
Key Lock
By activating the key lock (refer to page 11 ) you can prevent that an unintentional key press will execute any function.
Handset settings
Setting the ring volume
You can set the volume of the handset ring tone in 5 levels or turn it off completely.
By pressing the
not disturb“).
key (approx. 2 seconds) the ring tone is switched on/off. The symbol
indicates that the ring tone is off („do
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Ring tones
Select the menu entry
Ring volume
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The current setting is indicated by a tick mark. Select the desired volume level
with the navigation keys (OFF, 1 - 5).
= no ring tone („do not disturb“)
Off
Ring volume 1
Ring volume 5
= quietest level (1)
= loudest level (5)
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The new volume level is set.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Setting the ring melody
You can choose between 10 different ring tone melodies.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Ring tones
Select the menu entry
Ring melody
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The current setting is indicated by a tick mark. Select the desired melody with
the navigation keys.
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The new melody is now set.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Enabling/disabling warning tones
On the Vtech GEMINI you may enable or disable the following audible (warning/acknowledge) signals on the handset:
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Low battery low
Key click
Out of range
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Warning tones
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the warning tone which you want to enable/disable and press the
«OK» softkey.
The current status is shown, e.g.
Off
9 . Change the setting
according to your preference.
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The selected setting is stored.
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Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The key click setting applies also to all acknowledge tones (e.g. when
placing the handset back in the base station).
Editing the handset name
You can edit the name of the handset. This helps to identify the handset e.g. if you have more than one handset.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
HS name
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
You can now edit the name of this handset (max. 15 characters). Press the
key you delete the last character. Switch from uppercase to lowercase
characters by pressing
Press the «OK» softkey to confirm the changes.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Select the display language
For the display texts you can choose between several languages.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Language
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the language of your choice and press the «OK» softkey.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Select the display contrast
For better display readability you can choose between 8 different display contrast levels.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Display contrast
and press the «OK»
softkey.
Select the contrast level of your choice and press the «OK» softkey.
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Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Set/modify the emergency numbers
Even when the key lock is on, you can still dial emergency numbers. Your Vtech GEMINI supports up to 4 emergency numbers
which you can freely assign and/or modify.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Emergency No.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Select one of the four emergency numbers which you want to assign/modify
and press the «OK» softkey.
You can now edit the emergency telephone number. Press the
key you
delete the last digit. Press the «Store» softkey to confirm the changes.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Resetting the handset to factory settings
With this procedure you can restore the handset settings to factory defaults.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Reset HS
The display shows entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Reset HS? .Confirm with the «Yes» softkey.
The settings in the handset are reset to factory defaults.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The following settings are affected when the handset is reset:
HS Setting
Factory Settings
Language
English
Ring tone volume
High (level 5)
Ring tone melody
Melody 1
Voice volume
Medium (level 3)
Low batt. warning
On
Key click
On
Out of range
Off
Display contrast
Level 4
Log on
Base Station A
Handset name
“INTERN”
Redial list
Empty
Phonebook
Empty
HS Setting
Factory Settings
Emergency #1
110
Emergency #2
112
Emergency #3
117
Emergency #4
911
VIP phonebook
Please note that the VIP phonebook remains unchanged when you
reset the handset.
Note
To reset the base station refer page 43.
Base Station settings
Setting the ring volume
You can set the volume of the base station ring tone in 5 levels or switch it off completely.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
BS Settings
Select the menu entry
Ring tones
Select the menu entry
Ring volume
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The current setting is indicated by a tick mark. Select the desired volume level
with the navigation keys (OFF, 1 - 5).
= no ring tone („do not disturb“)
Off
Ring volume 1
Ring volume 5
= quietest level (1)
= loudest level (5)
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The new volume level is set.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Setting the ring melody
You can choose between 10 different ring tone melodies.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
BS Settings
Select the menu entry
Ring tones
Select the menu entry
Ring melody
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The current setting is indicated by a tick mark. Select the desired melody with
the navigation keys.
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The new melody is now set.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Changing PIN code (Personal Identification Number)
The PIN code is a 4-digit secret number to protect your telephone from unauthorised use.
At the factory, the PIN code is initially set to “0000“. It is highly recommended to change this PIN code as soon as possible to your
own personal code!
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
BS Settings
Select the menu entry
Edit PIN
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
The display shows
Old PIN: . Enter the current PIN code (factory
setting “0000“) and press the «OK» softkey.
The display shows
New PIN:
requesting you to enter a new 4-digit PIN
code. Finish by pressing the «OK» softkey.
The display shows
Repeat PIN:
requesting you to enter the new PIN
code again. Finish by pressing the «OK» softkey. The display briefly
shows Entry stored ! . The new PIN code is now stored.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
•
Note
•
Only authorised service staff can reset the PIN code! Thus make sure
that you do not forget your PIN code!
If you enter a wrong PIN code, the display shows
Wrong PIN:
Press the cancel key (or wait a few seconds) after which you are
requested to re-enter the correct code.
Setting the date and time
To set the date and time on your Vtech GEMINI follow the procedure below:
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
Date/time
The display reads:
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Enter date:
Enter the current date in the indicated
format and press the «OK» softkey.
The display reads:
Enter time:
Enter the current time in the indicated
format and press the «OK» softkey.
The new date and time are now stored.
.....
Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The time and date setting is stored in the base station. This means that
each change of the time and/or date applies to all other handsets which are
logged on to the same base station.
Selecting the Flash time
A so-called ‘flash’-signal is sometimes required to perform special network service functions. Ask your service provider for further
details on when to use such a flash signal.
Your Vtech GEMINI has a dedicated key
procedure below:
to generate this flash signal. To select the length of the flash signal, follow the
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
Flash time
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
The current setting is indicated by a tick mark. Select the desired flash time
with the navigation keys, e.g. Flash 100ms
Select one of the following values (in msec):
•
80, 100, 120, 180, 250, 300 or 600 msec
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The new flash time is set.
.....
Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The flash time setting is stored in the base station. This means that each
change of the flash time is immediately available to all other handsets which
are logged on to the same base station.
Resetting the base station to factory settings
With this procedure you can restore the base station settings to factory settings.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
BS Settings
Select the menu entry
Reset BS
The display shows entry
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Reset HS? .Confirm with the «Yes» softkey.
The settings in the handset are reset to factory defaults.
Enter the PIN code and confirm with the «OK» softkey. The settings in the
base station are reset to factory defaults.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The following settings are affected when the base station is reset:
BS Setting
Factory default
Ring tone volume
High (level 5)
Ring tone melody
Melody 1
Flash time
80 msec
Call Log
Empty
Network access code
none
PIN code
0000
Please note that resetting the base station will not reset the
PIN code! So make sure that you remember the PIN code in
case you have changed this!
VIP Phonebook
Reset to predefined values.
Network codes
Reset to predefined values.
Note
•
•
Refer to page 45 for more information on the supplementary
network services and the corresponding network codes.
To reset the handset refer page 38.
Supplementary network services
Subscribe to network services
Many service providers offer a wide range of supplementary network services. One of the most well-known network services is the
“CLIP” service which makes it possible that you can see the telephone number of the person who is calling you.
For many of these network services you need to subscribe to them in order to be able to use them. Ask your service provider about
the availability and any additional fees/costs of such services.
CLIP Service
Your Vtech GEMINI cordless telephone supports the CLIP service. This means that the telephone number of the person who is
calling you can be displayed on the handset.
Not all service providers support this CLIP function. Also, calling parties may hide their telephone number (so-called anonymous
calls). In such cases the telephone number of the calling party is not displayed on the handset.
Function codes for network services
Many of the supplementary network services work by sending special function codes (network control codes) from the telephone to
the network e.g. #37* . Very often these codes include the special characters # or * . In some cases a so-called
„flash“ character may be required. On your Vtech GEMINI you can enter a flash character by pressing the R-key
character is displayed on the handset as R .
Note
. This flash
Please ask your service provider about the exact codes and functionality for
each of the available supplementary services !
Using network services through the menu
With your Vtech GEMINI you don’t have to remember all these codes. Instead, you may use these supplementary network services
through plain softkey or text menu selections!
For example, if you want to set up a conference call between three parties, you don’t have to enter the function code which
corresponds to this network service. After you have set up a call to each of the other parties, you simply press the «Conference»
softkey
. Your Vtech GEMINI will lookup the corresponding code for this service and send it to the network.
The Vtech GEMINI stores codes for the following network services:
Service description
Code*)
Enable call waiting
Disable call waiting
Accept a waiting call
Reject a waiting call
Brokering (switch between two concurrent calls)
Set-up a conference call
Enable Call Forwarding Unconditional (CFU)
Disable Call Forwarding Unconditional (CFU)
Enable Call Forwarding No Reply (CFNR)
Disable Call Forwarding No Reply (CFNR)
Enable Call Forwarding on Busy (CFB)
Disable Call Forwarding on Busy (CFB)
Make an anonymous call
Initiate callback when party is busy (Call Completion Busy Subscriber)
Telephone number of the network mailbox/voicebox
*) As a reminder for yourself, use this column to write down the appropriate codes according to your service provider’s specifications.
Editing/programming network service codes
Before using any of the supplementary network services please make sure that the correct codes are stored in the Vtech GEMINI.
Here is how you can verify and edit these codes:
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
Network services
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK»
softkey.
Select the menu entry
Edit codes
and press the «OK» softkey.
Now select the required network service form which you want to verify or
change the control code and press the «OK» softkey.
Edit the code according to the service provider specifications and press the
«OK» softkey to confirm. The new code is now stored.
.....
Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
•
To enter a flash character press the R-key
Network Mailbox / Voicebox
A special supplementary network service is the so-called ‘Network Mailbox’ or ‘Network Voicebox’. This service acts as an automatic
answering machine very similar to the customary mailboxes for GSM telephones.
Please note that this is a supplementary network service and subject to availability from your service provider. Please ask your
service provider also about any charges/costs as well as a full description of the service functionality.
Your Vtech GEMINI supports this service by providing a quick dial function assigned to the
seconds (long-press) the telephone number of this network mailbox is automatically dialled.
Note
•
•
•
Make sure that the correct telephone number of your network mailbox
is programmed in your Vtech GEMINI. Refer to page 45 for details on
how to modify this special network control code.
In some cases your Vtech GEMINI will not display a text indicating that
you have new messages in your network mailbox. This may happen
when the communication protocol used by your service provider is not
compatible with the protocol supported in the Vtech GEMINI.
In order to control this network mailbox (listen to messages, record an
announcement, activate/de-activate the mailbox, etc.) you must send
appropriate control codes to this mailbox. Ask your service provider for
details.
key. When you press this key for 2
Connecting to a PBX
Specifying the network access digit
If your Vtech GEMINI cordless telephone is connected to a PBX telephone system, you may have to specify a network access digit
to seize an outside telephone line.
If the first digit of a phonenumber matches this network access digit than your Vtech GEMINI will insert a dial pause after this
network access digit.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
BS Settings
Select the menu entry
PBX code
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Edit the digit according to the relevant PBX specifications and press the «OK»
softkey to confirm. The new digit is now stored.
.....
Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
•
•
Please be aware that your Vtech GEMINI does not automatically insert
this network access digit before any specified telephone number !
For dialling from the Call Log through a PBX refer to page 19.
Multiple handsets
Registering ( logging-on) the handset
With the Vtech GEMINI you can operate up to 5 handsets on the same base station. This allows you to make internal calls between
handsets free of charge. For each handset a procedure must be followed which sets up a radio connection between the base station
and the respective handset. This procedure is called „Log on“ and is described hereafter:
Press the paging key on the base station for approx. 10 seconds until you
hear a confirmation tone. The base station is now ready to accept a new
handset.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
Log-on HS
Select
Base station A
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
to log the handset on to your base station.
If you are using more than one base station, you may select another base
station e.g. B, C or D.
Press the «OK» softkey. The display reads
Searching BS
indicating
that the handset is trying to establish a radio connection with the base station.
If the base station was found, then you are requested to enter the system PIN
code of that base station.
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. The handset is now logged on to this base
station. The display will reflect this by showing both the and symbols.
If the log-on procedure was successful, the display will show the name as well as the internal number of the handset
e.g. INTERN
2 . The internal number of the handset is automatically assigned by the base station and cannot be changed.
Note
To make it easier to identify the handset, you may change the name of the
handset e.g. to „PETER“ or „MARY“ (refer to page 38).
Register (log-on) to multiple base stations
You can also log on your handset to multiple base stations (max. 4). This is useful e.g. if you have an Vtech GEMINI base station at
home and another Vtech GEMINI base station at work. When you log on your handset to both these base stations than you can take
this handset with you from home to work and be able to make telephone calls at both locations with just one handset.
In this example you might select base station A for the one at home and base station B for the one at work. In the log-on procedure
the handset display indicates the base stations to which you are already logged on by an asterisk: Base station A *
Deregistering the handset
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
Log off HS
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Enter the system PIN code of the base station and press the «OK» softkey.
Select the internal number of the handset to log off, e.g.
INTERN 2
and
confirm with the «OK» softkey.
The display shows
Log off?
Again confirm with the «OK» softkey. The
handset with the selected internal number is logged off from the base station.
.....
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
Switch to another base station
After you have successfully logged your handset on to multiple base stations, you still need to assign the active base station through
which you want to make your phone calls. At any given time, only 1 base station can be the active base station for your handset. The
handset does not automatically find the strongest radio signal and switches to that base station.
Open the menu by pressing the «Menu» softkey.
Select the menu entry
Settings
Select the menu entry
HS Settings
Select the menu entry
Select BS
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
and press the «OK» softkey.
Press the «OK» softkey. The currently assigned base station for your handset
is displayed, e.g. Base station A 9
Select the new base station to which you want to switch to.
Confirm with the «OK» softkey. Your handset is now assigned to the new
base station.
.....
Note
Press the cancel key for approx. 2 seconds to return to the standby mode.
The display only lists base stations to which the handset was previously
logged on.
Language settings for multiple handsets
Be sure to use the same language settings in all handsets. In some cases failing to do so may cause menu texts to be displayed in a
different language than set in the respective handset.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
• In to 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 the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of
substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product, some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
This 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 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
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 registration number and Ringer
Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide this
information to your local telephone company.
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 Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-2677377.
For repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line
network until the problem has been corrected.
FCC Part 15
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible 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 interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try and correct 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 which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be
safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product. This product has been tested
and found to comply with the FCC criteria. The handset has such a low power that it does not require testing. It may
be safely held against the ear of the user. The base unit shall be installed & used such that parts of the user’s body
other than the hands should be maintained at a comfortable distance of approximately 20 cm or more.
FCC and ACTA Information
If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 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 rules and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone Network
adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required to provide you with the
following information.
1. Product identifier and REN information
The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an identifier indicating product
approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). This information must be provided to your local telephone
company upon request. For equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by
the phrase “FCC Reg No.” and the REN is listed separately. For equipment approved after that date, the product
identifier is preceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN is encoded in the product identifier without a decimal point
as the sixth and seventh characters following the colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ01B123XYZ
would indicate an REN of 0.3. The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone
line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of all RENs should be five
(5.0) or less. You may want to contact your local telephone company for more information.
2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with
the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular
plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant.
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 telephone line, ensure the connection of this
equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment,
consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.
3. Repair instructions
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected.
Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair
procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.
4. Rights of the telephone company
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your
telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is
not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the
telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company
may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this
product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.
5. Hearing aid compatibility
If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless 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 numbers in these locations. If you 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 feature doesn’t work.
b This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no 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 hanging up.
• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak hours, such as in the early
morning or late evening, when the emergency services tend to be less busy.
IC (Industry Canada)
This telephone is registered for use in Canada.
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were
met.
Notice:
This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed
by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was
performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It
does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.
Notice:
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN assigned to each terminal
equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone
interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement
that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceedfive.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the
supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their
own protection that the electrical ground connections of 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 contact the appropriate electrical
inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate. Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum
power allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only over a 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 Seal
The RBRC Seal
The RBRC® Seal on the nickel-metal-hydride battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc.
is voluntarily participating in an industry program to 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 used nickelmetal-hydride
batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area.
VTech’s partnership in RBRC® makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local
retailers participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please call 1-800-8BATTERY for information on Ni-MH battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech’s involvement
in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources.
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.

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