VTech Telecommunications 80-5587-00 Vtech 5829 & 5851 Base User Manual ia 5839 Manual PM 102204

VTech Telecommunications Ltd Vtech 5829 & 5851 Base ia 5839 Manual PM 102204

Users manual 5829

1Important Safety InstructionsWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should alwaysbe followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including thefollowing:1. Read and understand all instructions.2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquidor aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchensink or swimming pool).5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf, orstand. The product may fall, causing serious damage.6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset areprovided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openingsmust not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed,sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator orheat register. This product should not be placed in any area where properventilation is not provided.7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicatedon the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in yourhome, consult your dealer or local power company.8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this productwhere the cord may have anyone walking on it.9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base orhandset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts thatcould result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onthe product.10.To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, buttake it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of thebase or handset other than specified access doors may expose you todangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can causeelectric shock when the product is subsequently used.11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in therisk of fire or electric shock.12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorizedservice facility under the following conditions:
2Important Safety InstructionsA. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operatinginstructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operatinginstructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result indamage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technicianto restore the product to normal operation.E. If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has beendamaged.F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.13.Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm.There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.14.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normaltalk mode.
3Enhanced 5.8GHz Technology - Dual band transmission combines the best of5.8GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance overstandard cordless telephones.Before You Begin5. Battery6. Belt Clip7. User’s ManualParts Check List1. Base Unit2. Handset3. Base AC Power Adaptor4. Telephone Line CordBattery Belt Clip TelephoneLine CordUser’s Manual(English and Spanish)Handset Base Unit Base AC Power AdaptorTo purchase replacement batteries, call VTech Communications, Inc. at1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at1-800-267-7377.
4The Handset Layout1. Antenna2. Earpiece3. LCD4. Left and Right Arrow Keys5. Phone/Flash Key6. Dialing Keys (0-9,*,#)7. Chan/Delete Key8. Microphone9. Headset Jack10. Select Key11. Off Key12. Hold Key13. Redial/Pause Key14. Prog Key1234567891011121314
5The Base Unit Layout123454. Telephone Line Jack5. DC Connector Jack1. Message Light2. Page Key3. Charging/In use Light
6Getting StartedSetupInstallation and Charge of Battery1. Install the battery. Use only VTech batteries.a) Remove batterycompartment coverby pressing on theindentation and slidingdownward.b) Align the two holes in the plug with thesocket pins, then snap the plug into place.c) Place the battery in the compartmentwith the wires in the lower right corner.d) Replace the battery compartment cover.e) If the battery is not already charged,place the handset in its base and allowto charge for 10 - 12 hours (or over-night). After that, be sure to place thehandset in its base when not in use toensure maximum daily performance.Connecting Power to Base Unit2. Plug the DC connector to the base.Plug the AC adaptor into an electri-cal outlet.Connect thePower CordStandard electrical outlet1. Choose a location for the basenear an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. This phone requiresa modular telephone jack anda stan-dard electrical outlet(110V AC) not controlled by awall switch.
7Getting StartedSetupConnect theTelephoneLine CordModular telephone jack2. If the phone will not be used for long periods of time, remove the battery toprevent possible leakage.NOTE: Install the base unit away from electronic equipment, such as personalcomputers, television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dustor moisture.Connecting to Phone LineBefore connecting to the phone, makesure to properly charge the battery for atleast 10 - 12 hours.Plug one end of the telephone line cordinto the jack on the bottom of the baseunit. Plug the other end of this cord intothe wall jack.Battery Care and Maintenance• The maximum standby time on a fully charged battery is six days. Averagetalk time on a fully charged battery is five hours.• The battery needs charging when:— A new battery is installed in the handset.— The phone beeps twice every five seconds.— The screen displays BATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOW and the low battery icon.• Place the Handset in its Base so the CHARGING light turns on. The batteryis typically fully charged in 12 hours.• You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to its baseafter each use.• If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, thebattery should be replaced. Use only VTech batteries.CAUTION! To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage tothe telephone, read and follow these instructions carefully:Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with thisproduct only in accordance with the instructions and limitationsspecified in the user’s manual.Check for Dial ToneAfter the battery is charged, pick up the handset and press phone/flash. You shouldhear a dial tone.
8Getting StartedSetupSet Date and TimeIf you subscribe to Caller ID service, the date and time will be set automaticallywith the first incoming call. If you do not have Caller ID service, you can set the dateand time manually:• Press prog on the handset.• Press or until DATE/TIME is displayed. Press select.• The month is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correctmonth. Press select.• The day is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correctday. Press select.• The hour is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correcthour. Press select.• The minute is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correctminute. Press select.•AM or PM is flashing. Press or to choose between AM or PM.Press select.Wall MountingThe wall mount bracket is designed for use on standard wall mount plates only.1. Run the power and telephone line cords through the slots in the bracket,connecting them to the jacks located on the underside of the base.2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet. If the battery has not beenpreviously charged, place the handset in the base or charger, and allow it tocharge for 10-12 hours (or overnight).3. Connect the telephone line cord to the wall jack.4. Line up the tabs on thewall mount bracket with theslots on the bottom of thebase unit. Snap the bracketfirmly in place.5. Mount the base on thewall. Position the base unitso the mounting studs willfit into the holes on the wallmount bracket. Slide thebase unit down on themounting studs until it locksinto place.
9Basic OperationTelephone OperationChannelSwitch to a clear channel while ona call.DeleteWhen view the call log, press todelete the current record dis-played.Handset VolumeAdjust the volume while on a call.A double beep will sound whenyou reach the maximum or mini-mum setting. ( ) Press ( )whenphone is not in use to displayphonebook entries, while enteringletters,press to advance cursor.CID ( ) press CID ( ) whenphone is not in use to displaycaller ID information,when en-tering number or letters. pressto delete last character entered.RedialPress phone/flash ( ), thenpress redial/pause to call lastnumber dialed (up to 32 digits).-OR-Press redial/pause, thenpress phone/flash ( ) tocall last number dialed.Press redial/pause twice todelete the last number dialedrecord with handset idle.PausePress redial/pause to inseta dialing pause when enternumbers.HoldPress to put a call onhold. Press again orpress phone/flashto release hold-OR-Lift the handset ofan extension.Make a CallPress phone/flash,() then dial the num-ber.-OR-Dal the number (use to backspace and cor-rect digits), then pressphone/flash ( ).Flash/Call WaitingAccess special tele-phone company sub-scriber services.ProgramEnter programming mode with handset idle(on hook).SelectUse select in conjunc-tion with PROG duringhandset programming.End a CallPress (off)-OR-Place handset in base.ExitProgrammingCancel a pageHandset OperationAnswer a CallPress any key ex-cept OFF.
10Basic OperationTelephone OperationMessage Waiting IndicatorIf you subscribe to telephonecompany voice mail with avisual message waiting signal,this light flashes, and MESSAGESWAITING displays in thehandset screen, when you havevoice mail waiting.In Use/Charging Indicator• Flashes slowly when thehandset is in use.• Flashes rapidly when a call ison hold.• Glows steadily when thehandset is charging in its base.Page/Handset LocatorPress to page the handsets.Press again, press OFF on hand-set, or place handset in the baseto cancel the page.Base Operation
11Basic OperationTelephone OperationHandset Ringer Style/Battery SaveYou can select from four different handset ringer styles, or turn the ringer off andextend the battery life.1. Make sure the handset is OFF.2. Press prog to enter programming mode.3. Press until the screen displays RINGER: and the current selection.4. Press select. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring.5. Press or to select RINGER: 1, 2, 3, 4 or (off). You will hear a sampleof each ring.6. Press select to choose the displayed ringer setting.Set the Dial ModeIf you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the batteryis charged. If you have pulse (rotary) service, you’ll need to change the dial mode.• Press prog on the handset.• Press or until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the current selection.• Press select. The current setting blinks.• Press to select TONE or PULSE.• Press select to save the displayed mode.Temporary Tone DialingIf you have pulse (rotary) service only, you can change from pulse to touch tonedialing during a call by pressing * (tone). This is useful if you need to send touchtone signals for access to telephone banking or long distance services.1. Dial the number.2. Press * (tone). Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals.3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to pulse service.Voice messaging is subscription service, available through most serviceproviders, for a monthly fee. Contact your local telephone company for moreinformation.When a caller leaves a message in your voice mailbox, the MESSAGE light onthe Base Unit will flash. In addition, the Handset will display:Message WaitingYour ia 5829 is designed to work with most local and regional telephone serviceprovider's voice messaging systems, providing alerts on both the Handset andBase Unit when new messages come in.
12Basic OperationTelephone OperationClear Message Waiting Alert1. Press prog.2. Press or until screen displays MESSAGES WAITING.3. Press select, the screen displays:MESSAGES WAITINGLIGHT OFF? YES4. Press or to change from YES or NO.5. Press select to choose the desired setting. You’ll hear a confirmation one.** RINGING **** RINGING **** RINGING **** RINGING **** RINGING **CONNECTING...CONNECTING...CONNECTING...CONNECTING...CONNECTING...PHONE ONPHONE ONPHONE ONPHONE ONPHONE ONSCANNING...SCANNING...SCANNING...SCANNING...SCANNING...** PAGING **** PAGING **** PAGING **** PAGING **** PAGING **HOLDHOLDHOLDHOLDHOLDBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWBATTERY LOWNO CONNECTNO CONNECTNO CONNECTNO CONNECTNO CONNECTScreen Displays: When:Display Screen MessagesThere is a call coming in.The handset is waiting for a dial tone.The handset is in use.The handset is changing to another of the 30channels available.The base is paging the handset.There is a call on hold.The battery needs to be recharged.Displays and a sad tone is generated if onehandset is on a call and the other handsetpresses phone/flash.Displays and a sad tone sounds when the basepower is OFF and phone/flash is pressed.MESSAGES WAITINGMESSAGES WAITINGMESSAGES WAITINGMESSAGES WAITINGMESSAGES WAITING You have been alerted by the telephone companythat you have received new voice mail.
13Basic OperationTelephone MemoryYou can store up to nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters and 24 digits in eachlocation) into the speed dial memory locations you assign (1 through 9) in each handset. You canalso store telephone numbers with names alphabetically in the directory. See Telephone Direc-tory for instructions.NOTES:•The entries you stored in speed dial memory will be marked with 01 through 09 in thetelephone directory.•Press OFF ( ) at any time to exit memory dial mode.Store a Number/Name in Memory:1. Press prog on the handset.2. Press or until the screen displays SPEED DIALSPEED DIALSPEED DIALSPEED DIALSPEED DIAL.3. Press SEL. The screen displays ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9.NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULL, an error tonesounds, and you cannot store a new number until you delete a record in speed dialmemory or telephone directory.4. Press the key (1 through 9) for the memory location where you’re storing this entry.If the selected location is empty, the screen displays ENTER NAMEENTER NAMEENTER NAMEENTER NAMEENTER NAME.NOTE: If the location is not empty, your new entry will be stored in place of the old and thefirst entry will be deleted. Take caution to not save over entries you do not wish to deletefrom memory.5. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing with thenumber. Use to backspace and make corrections; use to advance and add aspace.1: 12: ABC23: DEF34: GHI 45: JKL56: MNO67: PQRS78: TUV89: WX Y Z 90: 0*:#: &’,-.# PressesDial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6
14Basic OperationTelephone Memory6. When you finish entering the name, press select or prog. The screen displaysENENENENENTER NUMBERTER NUMBERTER NUMBERTER NUMBERTER NUMBER.7. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections.Press redial/pause ( ) to store a pause in the dialing sequence.-OR-Press redial/pause ( ) to display the last number dialed from this phone.8. Press select or prog to store your entry. The screen displays DISTINCTDISTINCTDISTINCTDISTINCTDISTINCTRING?RING?RING?RING?RING? and the current setting.9. Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phoneto alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringingpattern after the first ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern.10. Press select or prog to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, a D willbedisplayed with the directory entry.Edit a Number/Name Stored in Memory1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wishto edit.2. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press select. Thenpress or until EDIT flashes.3. Press select. The screen displays the name and number. The cursorappears at the end of the name. Use , and the dial pad keys to edit thename. Press select to move on to edit the number. Use to backspaceand make corrections. Press select to move to edit the distinctive ringsetting.4. Press select to save the edited informationDelete a Number/Name Stored in Memory1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wishto delete.2. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press select. Thenpress or until ERASE flashes.3. Press select. The screen displays ERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YES and the number.4. Press or until YES flashes.5. Press select.You’ll hear a confirmation beep.SPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEED EDIT EDIT EDIT EDIT EDIT ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE 800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-951101SPEED EDITSPEED EDITSPEED EDITSPEED EDITSPEED EDIT ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE 800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-951101
15Basic OperationReassign Locations in Memory1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry youwish to reassign.2. When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign, pressselect. Then press until SPEED flashes.3. Press select. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.4. Press the keys (1 through 9) to re-assign this entry into another memorylocation. You will hear a confirmation beep.SPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEED EDIT ERASEEDIT ERASEEDIT ERASEEDIT ERASEEDIT ERASE800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-9511800-595-951101Telephone MemoryDial a Memory Number1. Press and hold the memory location key (1 through 9) of the entry you wishto dial.2. Press phone/flash ( ) to dial the displayed memory number.
16Basic OperationTelephone Directory4. When you finish entering the name, press select or prog. The screen displaysENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBER.5. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Pressredial/pause to store a pause in the dialing sequence.-OR-Press redial/pause to display the last number dialed from this phone.6. Press select or prog. The screen displays DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING? and the currentsetting.7. Press or to change the setting. Choose YYYYY (for yes) if you wish the phone toalert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the PressesDial Key 1 2 3 4 5 61: 12: ABC23: DEF34: GHI 45: JKL56: MNO67: PQRS78: TUV89: WX Y Z 90: 0*:#: &’,-.# PressesDial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6Your ia 5829 can store 50 (including nine speed dial entries) telephone numbers withnames (up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number in each location) ineach handset.NOTE: Press OFF at any time to exit directory.Store a Number/Name in the Directory1. Press prog. The screen displays DIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORY.2. Press select. The screen displays ENTER NAMEENTER NAMEENTER NAMEENTER NAMEENTER NAME.3. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing with thenumber. Use to backspace and make corrections; use to advance and add aspace.
17Basic Operationfirst ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern.8. Press select or prog to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, a D will be displayedwith the directory entry.NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds,and you will not be able to store a new number until you delete a stored number.Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORY.2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through the entries stored in the directory.-OR-Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to edit.3. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press select. Then press or until EDIT flashes.4. Press select. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor ap-pears at the end of the name. Use , and the dial pad keys to edit thename. Press select to move on to edit the number. Use to backspace andmake corrections. Press select to move on to edit the distinctive ring setting.5. Press select to save the edited information.Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORY.2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries in the directory.-OR-Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to delete.3. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press select. Then press or until ERASE flashes.4. Press select. The screen displays ERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YES and the number. Thecurrent choice flashes.5. Press or until YES flashes.6. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.Telephone DirectorySPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEED EDIT EDIT EDIT EDIT EDIT ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE80059595118005959511800595951180059595118005959511SPEED EDIT SPEED EDIT SPEED EDIT SPEED EDIT SPEED EDIT ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE80059595118005959511800595951180059595118005959511
18Basic OperationDial a Number from the Directory1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORYDIRECTORY.2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory.-OR-Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial.3. When the number you want to dial is displayed, press phone/flash.Telephone DirectoryMove a Number/Name to the Memory1. Press (DIR). The screen displays DIRECTORY.2. Press or to scroll alphabetically through directory.— OR —Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to move.3. When the screen displays the entry you want to move, press select. Thenpress until SPEED flashes. SPEED EDIT ERASE SPEED EDIT ERASE SPEED EDIT ERASE SPEED EDIT ERASE SPEED EDIT ERASE800595951180059595118005959511800595951180059595114. Press select. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.5. Press the key (1 through 9) to move this entry from the normal directory to thespeed dial memory and assign the memory location. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. A memory location number (01 through 09) will be displayed withthis entry.
19Basic OperationCaller ID OperationAbout Call History (Caller ID)Your ia 5829 can store up to 90 calls in its Caller ID (CID) memory. The mostrecent call will have the highest number. When the memory is full, the oldest callwill be deleted to make room for new incoming call information. For each callthat comes in, the screen displays the following information between the firstand second rings:• Your caller’s name (15 letters are sent by your telephone company).• The caller’s area code and telephone number.• The time and date of the call.• The repeat Tag (*) in the upper right corner, indicating the party has calledmore than once.If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen, it will not bein the call history.NOTE: Each Handset's CID log is independent from the other handset. Forexample, when you delete one or all call log entries in one handset, they will notbe deleted from the other handset.Review Call History1. Press (CID) to view call history.2. Use and to scroll through records in call history.NOTE: Press OFF at any time to exit call history.Delete Records from Call HistoryDelete a Specific Call:1. Locate the record you want to delete from call history.2. Press mem to delete. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.Delete All Calls:1. With the handset in idle (OFF) mode, press and hold mem to delete. Thescreen displays ERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YES. The current choice flashes.Long distance callDate of call Time of call Position of call in call historyVTechL 80059595115/01 5:40 28PM OLDParty has called2 or more timesCaller’stelephonenumberCaller’s nameAM NEW
20Basic OperationCaller ID OperationStore a Call History Record in the Directory1. Locate the record in the call history you want to store in the directory.2. If you wish to change how the number is stored, press #. The screen displays alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number).3. Press select, then press until PROGRAM flashes.4. Press select three times. The screen displays:5. Press or to select Y or N for distinctive ringer.6. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. If you choose Y in step 5 aD will be displayed with the directory entry.Dial a Displayed Number1. Locate the record in call history that you want to dial.2. If you wish to change how the number is dialed, press #. The screen displays alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number).3. Press select. Press until DIAL flashes.4. Press select again. The number is automatically dialed.— OR —When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, press phone/flash.2. Press until YES flashes.3. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.DIAL DIAL DIAL DIAL DIAL PROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAM 8005959511 5/01 5:40PM OLD 28DISTINCT RING? N8005959511DIALDIALDIALDIALDIAL PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM PROGRAM 8005959511 5/01 5:40PM OLD 28
21Basic Operation Screen Displays: When:Display Screen MessagesPRIVATE The other party is blocking name and/or numberinformation.UNKNOWN Your phone company is unable to receiveinformation about this caller’s name and/or number.* (after the name) This caller has called you more than once.Caller ID Operation
22Additional InformationHeadset OperationYour ia 5829 handset is equipped with a 2.5mm headset jack for use with anoptional accessory headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use theheadset option, you must obtain an optional accessory headset, that iscompatible with the ia 5829.To purchase a headset, call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511.Once you have a compatible 2.5mm headset, locate the headset jack on theia 5829 handset. Connect the plug on the headset cord to the jack (under asmall rubber flap) on the cordless handset. The plug should fit securely. Donot force the connection.NOTE:Whenever a compatible headset isconnected to the cordless handset, themicrophone on the handset will be muted.This is done to limit the effect of backgroundnoise.Belt ClipThe ia 5829 is also equipped with adetachable belt clip. Align the pins on theinside edge of the clip with the notches onthe sides of the handset. The belt clipshould snap securely into place. Do notforce the connection.
23Additional InformationMaintenanceTaking care of your telephoneYour cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must betreated with care.Avoid rough treatmentPlace the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect yourtelephone if you ever need to ship it.Avoid waterYour telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors inthe rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit near a sink, bathtub,or shower.Electrical stormsElectrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.Cleaning your telephoneYour telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years.Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do notuse excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when youare wet or standing in water. If your base unit should fall into water, DO NOTRETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINECORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.
24Additional InformationIn Case of DifficultyIf you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve theproblem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Communica-tions at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at1-800-267-7377.The phone doesn't work at all• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and thetelephone wall jack.• Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If you get a BATTERY LOW messageor indication, the battery needs charging.No dial tone• First try all the suggestions above.• If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect the base unit from the telephone jackand connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, theproblem is in your wiring or local service. Contact your local telephone company.You get noise, static, or a weak signal even when you're near the baseunit• Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base unit can sometimescause interference. Try moving the appliance or the base unit to another outlet.You get noise, static, or a weak signal when you're away from the baseunit• You may be out of range. Either move closer to the base, or relocate the baseunit.• The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the base unit toanother position.The handset does not ring when you receive a call• Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section on Handset RingerStyle/Battery Save in this user's manual.• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and thetelephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• You may be too far from the base unit.• You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all ofthem to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.You hear other calls while using your phone• Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone.
25Additional InformationIn Case of DifficultyIf you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service.Call your local telephone company.You hear noise in the Handset, and none of the keys or buttons work• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.Common cure for electronic equipmentIf the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in thebase. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed):1. Disconnect the power to the base.2. Disconnect the handset battery, and spare battery, if applicable.3. Wait a few minutes.4. Connect power to the base.5. Reinstall the battery(ies).6. Wait for the handset to re-establish its link with the base. To be safe, allow up toone minute for this to take place.
26Additional InformationWarranty StatementWhat does this limited warranty cover?•The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to theholder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product and allaccessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are free frommaterial defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms andconditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operationinstructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Productspurchased and used in the United States of America.What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from materialdefects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period(“Materially Defective Product”)?• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative willrepair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product.If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. Ifwe choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbishedproduct of the same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacementproducts to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules,or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech’s option, is your exclusiveremedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.How long is the limited warranty period?•The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the dateof purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the termsof this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacementProducts for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacementProduct is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty;whichever is longer.What is not covered by this limited warranty?This limited warranty does not cover:1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physicaldamage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation,fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyoneother than an authorized service representative of VTech; or3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions,network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electricalaccessories; or5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronicserial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or6. Product purchased, used, serviced or shipped for repair from outside the UnitedStates, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limitedto Products used for rental purposes); or7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls and installationor repair of systems outside the unit.
27Additional InformationWarranty StatementHow do you get warranty service?• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 forinstructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, pleasecheck the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may saveyou a service call.• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage duringtransit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling chargesincurred in the transport of Product(s) to the service location. VTech will returnrepaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, deliveryor handling charges prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Productin transit.• If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchasedoes not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will requestthat you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You mustpay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products thatare not covered by this limited warranty.What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTechservice location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased(Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.Other Limitations•This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech.It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTechprovides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describesall of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product.There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modificationsto this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification.State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may alsohave other rights which vary from state to state.Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purposeand merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use)are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitationson how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.•In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential,or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability touse the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment,and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states donot allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so theabove limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
28Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsThis 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 anyinterference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registrationnumber and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and LoadNumber. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local 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 1-800-267-7377 for repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect thisequipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.FCC Part 15Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try andcorrect the interference by one or more of the following measures:•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.•Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to whichthe receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radiofrequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to theintended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply withthe FCC criteria. The handset has such a low power that it does not require testing. Itmay be safely held against the ear of the user. The base unit shall be installed & usedsuch that parts of the user’s body other than the hands should be maintained at acomfortable distance of approximately 20 cm or more.FCC and ACTA InformationIf this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rulesand with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the TelephoneNetwork adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). Weare required to provide you with the following information.
29Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC Regulations1. Product identifier and REN informationThe label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, anidentifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). Thisinformation must be provided to your local telephone company upon request. Forequipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by thephrase “FCC Reg No.” and the REN is listed separately. For equipment approved afterthat date, the product identifier is preceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN isencoded in the product identifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventhcharacters following the colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZwould indicate an REN of 0.3.The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephoneline and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sumof all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your localtelephone company.2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone networkThe plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephonenetwork must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirementsadopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with thisproduct. 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 RJ14jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in this user’s manual. This equipmentmay not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If you have speciallywired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connectionof this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions aboutwhat will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.3. Repair instructionsIf this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack untilthe problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be madeby the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow theinstructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.4. Rights of the telephone companyIf this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone companymay temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is requiredto notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will benotified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problemand the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaintwith the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment,operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. Thetelephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned.5. Hearing aid compatibilityIf this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.6. Programming/testing of emergency numbersIf this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, firedepartment and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. Ifyou do, please keep three things in mind:a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card,so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing
30Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC Regulationsfeature doesn’t work.b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumesno responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended.However, if you do make a call to an emergency number:• You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call beforehanging up.• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed duringoff-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when theemergency 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 Canadatechnical specifications were met.Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal EquipmentTechnical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation,IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based ona Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications weremet. 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 maximumnumber of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The terminationon an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to therequirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices doesnot exceed five.Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be con-nected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment mustalso be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should beaware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of ser-vices in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian mainte-nance facility designated by the Supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by theuser to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunicationscompany cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connectionsof the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present,are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but shouldcontact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate.Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by theFCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only overa certain distance - which will depend on the location of the Base Unit and Handset,weather, and the construction and layout of your home or office.
31Additional InformationTechnical SpecificationsFREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCYBase: 2410.2 - 2418.9 MHzHandset: 912.75 - 917.10 MHzRECEIVE FREQUENCYBase: 912.75 - 917.10 MHzHandset: 2410.2 - 2418.9 MHzCHANNELS30 ChannelsNOMINAL EFFECTIVERANGEMaximum power allowed by FCCand IC. Actual operating rangemay vary according to environmentalconditions at the time of use.SIZEHandset: 186.6mm x 58mm x36.4mmBase: 158mm x 112mm x97mmCharger: 103mm x 89mm x46mmWEIGHTHandset: 142.6 gramsBase: 208.6 gramsCharger: 106 grams(excluding battery pack)POWER REQUIREMENTSHandset: 3.6V 400mAh Ni-CdBatteryBase: 9V DC @ 300mACharger: 6V DC @ 300mAMEMORYSpeed Dial: 9 Memory locations;up to 24 digits, 15characters perlocationDirectory: 50 Memory locations;up to 24 digits, 15characters perlocationCID: 90 Memory locationsSPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICALAND MAY CHANGE WITHOUTNOTICE.
91-XXXXXX-010-000ISSUED 0VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton,Oregon, 97008Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. 200-7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.Printed in ChinaA member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES.
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Replacement Battery Order FormPart Number (Description) QTY X Price = Subtotal80-XXXX-XX-XX( ) ___________ x $14.95 = _____________For orders up to $80, add $6.95 Shipping __________________For orders over $80, add $9.95 Shipping __________________+ Sales Tax (if applicable) __________________TOTAL __________________SHIPPING INFORMATIONNAME __________________________________________________________________ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________CITY ___________________ STATE _________________ ZIP ____________________DAYTIME PHONE ( ) ______________________________________________DELIVERY IS LIMITED TO THE CONTINENTAL US, ALASKA, HAWAII, PUERTO RICO,AND THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS. NO DELIVERY TO PO BOXES OR APO ADDRESSES.METHOD OF PAYMENT: DO NOT SEND CASH CHECK MONEY ORDER VISA MASTERCARD AMERICAN EXPRESS DISCOVERChecks and Money Orders should be made payable to VTech Communications, Inc.BILLING INFORMATIONCREDIT CARD # _________________________________________________________EXPIRATION DATE ____________________ SECURITY CODE* ____________________CARDHOLDER’S SIGNATURE _______________________________________________BILLING ADDRESS IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD (as it appears on your credit card statement)NAME __________________________________________________________________ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________CITY ___________________ STATE _________________ ZIP ____________________*A three or four digit number found either on the front of the credit card or on the back of thecredit card in the Authorized Signature section that is separate from the credit card number.Place order form and payment in envelope and send to:VTech Advanced American TelephonesPO Box 4014Beaverton OR 97076You may also order online atwww.vtechphones.comor by calling 1-800-595-9511
Table of ContentsImportant Safety Instructions......................................................................................1Before You Begin ..............................................................................................................3Parts Check List ..................................................................................................................3The Handset Layout.....................................................................................................4The Base Unit Layout.........................................................................................................5Getting Started...................................................................................................................6Setup........................................................................................................................6Connecting Power to Base Unit .....................................................................................6Installation and Charge of Battery...............................................................................6Battery Care and Maintenance ......................................................................................7Connecting to Phone Line .............................................................................................7Check for Dial Tone.................................................................................................7Set Date and Time................................................................................................8Wall Mounting....................................................................................................8Basic Operation..............................................................................................................9Telephone Operation ..................................................................................................9Handset Operation.........................................................................................9Base and Charger Operation .........................................................................................10Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save.......................................................................11Set the Dail Mode.........................................................................................11Temporary Tone Dialing........................................................................................11Set Language.....................................................................................................11Message Waiting......................................................................................................12Clear Message Waiting Alert....................................................................12Display Screen Messages .........................................................................................13Telephone Memory.....................................................................................................14Store a Number/Name in Memory .............................................................14Edit a Number/Name Stored in Memory .........................................................15Delete a Number/Name Stored in Memory ......................................................15Dial a Memory Number ....................................................................................16Reassign Locations in Memory ....................................................................................16Telephone Directory...........................................................................................17Store a Number/Name in the Directory ...........................................................17Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory ....................................................18Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory ...............................................18Dial a Number from the Directory.......................................................................19Move a Number/Name to the Memory.................................................................19Caller ID Operation.................................................................................................20
About Call History .............................................................................................20Review Call History .........................................................................................20Delete All Calls..................................................................................................20Dial a Displayed Number...................................................................................21Store a Call History Record in the Directory.......................................................21Display Screen Messages.................................................................................22Additional Information.................................................................................................23Headset Operation...................................................................................................23Maintenance..................................................................................................................24In Case of Difficulty...................................................................................................25Warranty Statement.................................................................................................27FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations.................................................................................29Technical Specifications......................................................................................32Table of Contents

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