VTech Telecommunications 80-5587-00 Vtech 5829 & 5851 Base User Manual 91 000139 010 I5851 R1 pmd

VTech Telecommunications Ltd Vtech 5829 & 5851 Base 91 000139 010 I5851 R1 pmd

Users manual 5851

1Important Safety InstructionsWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always befollowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:1. Read and understand all instructions.2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosolcleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink orswimming pool).5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand.The product may fall, causing serious damage.6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are providedfor ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not beblocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. Thisproduct should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This productshould not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided.7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated onthe marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consultyour dealer or local power company.8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product wherethe cord may have anyone walking on it.9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handsetas they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result ina risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it toan authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base or handsetother than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or otherrisks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product issubsequently used.11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fireor electric shock.12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized servicefacility under the following conditions:A. 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 operating instructions.Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, asimproper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requiresextensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normaloperation.
2Important Safety InstructionsE. 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. Thereis 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 normal talk
31. Handset2. Base Unit3. Battery4. Belt Clip5. Wall Mount Bracket6. Telephone Line Cord7. Base AC Power Adaptor8. User’s ManualTo purchase replacement battery, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.Parts Check List:Before You BeginEnhanced 5.8GHz Technology - Dual band transmission combines the best of5.8GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over stan-dard cordless telephones.HandsetBase UnitBattery Belt ClipTelephone Line CordBase AC Power Adaptor User’s ManualWall Mount Bracket
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
51. Antenna2. Vol -/+ Keys3. Time/Set Key4. In Use/Charging Light5. Repeat/Slow Key6. Select Key7. Menu Key8. Rec/Memo Key9. Answer On/Off Key10. Answer On/Off Light11. Play/Stop (Mailbox) Keys12. Skip/Quick Key13. Delete Key14. Page Key15. DC Connector Jack16. Telephone Line JackThe Base Unit Layout11123456789121314151610
6Getting StartedConnect the power cord.Connecting Power to Base UnitPlug the DC connector to the base.PLug the AC adaptor into electrical outlet.SetupInstallation and Charge of Battery in Handset1. Choose a location for the base near an electrical outlet and a telephonejack. This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electri-cal outlet (110v AC) not controlled by a wall switch.2. Install the Handset battery. Use only VTech batteries.a) Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation and slidingdownwards.b) Align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins, then snap the plug into place.c) Place the battery in the compartment with the wires in the lower right corner. Anglethe top of the battery under the top claws first, then snap the bottom of the pack in.Place the wires under the guide, located below the battery.d) Replace battery compartment cover.e) If the battery is not already charged, place the handset in its base and allow tocharge for 10 - 12 hours (or overnight). After that, be sure to place the handset in itsbase when not in use to ensure maximum daily performance.
7Getting StartedSetup3. Place the handset in the base. Charge the battery for 10-12 hours.4. If the phone will not be used for long periods of time, remove the battery toprevent possible leakage.Connecting to Phone LineNOTE: Before connecting to the phone, make sure to properly charge the batteryfor at least 10 - 12 hours.Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the Baseunit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack.Battery Care and Maintenance• The maximun standby time on a fully charged battery is 6 days. A fullycharged battery provides an average talk time of about 5 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 the base so the CHARGING light turns on.The batteryis typically fully charged in 10 hours.• Keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the base aftereach use.• If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, thebattery should be replaced.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 (or identified for use) with thisproduct only in accordance with the instructions and limitationsspecified in this User’s Manual.Connect to Phone Line
8Getting StartedWall 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.SetupCheck for Dial ToneAfter the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and press phone/flash, youshould hear a dial tone.Set Time and DateIf 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 thedate and time manually.• Press prog, and then press or until DATE/TIME is displayed. Pressselect.• 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 correct day.Press select.• The hour is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct hour.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 AM or PM. Press select.4. Line up the tabs onthe wall mountbracket with the slotson the bottom of thebase unit. Snap thebracket firmly inplace.5. Mount the base onthe wall. Position thebase unit so themounting studs will fitinto the holes on thewall mount bracket.Slide the base unitdown on the mount-ing studs until it locksinto place.
9Basic OperationTelephone OperationEnd a CallPress OFF( )-OR-Place handsetin base.ExitProgrammingCancel a pageChannel Press to switch to clearerchannel while on a call.Delete While handset is idle, pressand hold the chan/delete key todelete all records in call log.When viewing call log, press todelete the currently displayedrecord.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 enter-ing letters,press to advance cur-sor.CID( ) press CID( ) whenphone is not in use to displaycaller ID information,when en-tering number or letters.pressto delete last character en-tered.SelectUse select in conjunctionwith prog during handsetprogramming.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 dialedfrom redial memory.PausePress redial/pause to inserta pause when entering num-bers.HoldPress to put acall on hold.Press again torelease hold.-OR-Lift the handset ofan extension.Answer a CallPress any keyexcept OFF.Flash/Call WaitingAccess special tele-phone companysubscriber services.Make a CallPress phone/flash( ), then dial thenumber.-OR-Dal the number (use to backspaceand correct digits),then press phone/flash( ) to call.ProgramEnter programming mode with handset inidle mode (on hook).
10Basic OperationTelephone OperationAnswer On/Off lightGlows steadily when answer.System is on.PagePress to page the handset for up to 60seconds. Press again, press OFF( )on handset or place handset in baseto cancel the page.In Use/Charging• Flashes in unison with an incoming call’s ringing.• Flashes slowly when the handset is in use.• Flashes rapidly when a call is on hold.• Glows steadily when the handset is charging.
11Basic OperationTelephone OperationDIAL MODEL: TONEDIAL MODEL: TONEDIAL MODEL: TONEDIAL MODEL: TONEDIAL MODEL: TONEHandset 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.3. Press until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting.4. Press select. The current setting blinks, you will hear a sample of the ring.5. Press or to select RINGER:1, 2, 3, 4 or OFF( ). You will hear samplesof each ring.6. Press select to choose the displayed ringer setting.Set Dial ModeIf you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery ischarged. If you have pulse (rotary) service, you'll need to change the dial mode.1. Press prog.2. Press Until screen displays DIAL MODE:and the current setting.3. Press select. The current setting blinks.4. Press to display TONE or PULSE.5. Press select.Temporary Tone DialingIf you have pulse (rotary) service, you can change from pulse to tone dialingduring a call by pressing * (tone). This is useful if you need to send touch tonesignals 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.
12Basic OperationTelephone Operation** 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.1. Displays when base power is off and phone/flash is pressed. You’ll also hear a sad tone.2. Displays when an out-of-range dial fails toconnect.
13Basic OperationYour ia 5851 can store up to nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 charactersand 24 digits in each location) in the dpeed dial memory locations you assign (num-bered 1 through 9) in each handset. These numbers can be dialed with two buttonpresses. You can also store telephone numbers with names alphabetically inthe directory. See Telephone Directory for instructions.NOTES:1. The entries you store in speed dial memory will be marked with 01 through 09 and also display in the directory.2. Press OFF( ) at any time to exit memory mode.Store a Number/Name in Memory:1. Press prog. Then press until the screen displays SPEED DIALSPEED DIALSPEED DIALSPEED DIALSPEED DIAL.2. Press select. The screen displays ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9.3. Press the key (1 through 9) to assign the memory location this number will bestored. 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 oldand will delete the former entry. Take caution to not save over entries you do notwish to delete from memory.4. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing.Use to backspace and make corrections; use to add a space.Telephone Memory1: 12: A B C 23: D E F 34: G H I 45: J K L 56: M N O 67: P Q R S 78: T U V 89: W X Y Z 90: 0*:*#: & ’ , - . # PressesDial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6
14Basic OperationTelephone Memory— OR —Press redial/pause to display the last number (up to 24 digits long) dialedfrom this phone.7. Press sel or prog to store your entry. The screen displays DISDISDISDISDISTINCTTINCTTINCTTINCTTINCTRING?RING?RING?RING?RING? and the current setting.8. Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phoneto alert you to calls from this number by assigning a distinctive ringer afterthe first ring. Choose N for a normal ringer.9. Press select or prog to confirm. If you chose Y in Step 8, a DDDDD will be displayedwith the entry.Edit a Number/Name Stored in Memory1. Press and hold the memory location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to edit.2. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press select. Then press until EDITEDITEDITEDITEDIT flashes.SPEED EDITEDITEDITEDITEDIT ERASE80059595113. Press select. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appearsat the end of the name. Use , and the dial pad keys to edit the name.Press select to move on to edit the number. Use to backspace and makecorrections. Press select to move on to edit the distinctive ring setting.4. Press select to save the edited information.Delete a Number/Name Stored in Memory1. Press and hold the memory location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to delete.2. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press select. Thenpress until ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE flashes.01SPEED EDIT ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE8005959511 015. After you enter the name, press select or prog. The screen displays ENTERENTERENTERENTERENTERNUMBERNUMBERNUMBERNUMBERNUMBER.6. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections.Press redial/pause( ) to enter a pause if necessary.
15Basic OperationReassign Locations in Memory1. Press and hold the memory location key (1-9) of the entry you wish toreassign.2. When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign, press se-lect. Press until SPEED flashes.Telephone Memory3. Press select. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.4. Press the keys (1-9) to reassign this entry into another memory location.You’ll hear a confirmation beep.SPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEED EDIT ERASE8005959511 013. Press select. The screen displays ERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YES and the number.The current choice flashes.4. Press until YESYESYESYESYES flashes.5. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.Dial a Memory Number1. Press and hold the memory location key (1-9) of the entry you wish to dial.2. Press phone/flash( ) to dial the displayed memory number.
16Basic OperationYour ia 5851 can store 50 (including the nine speed dial entries) telephonenumbers with names (up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for thenumber in each location) in the handset.NOTE: Press OFF( ) at any time to exit the 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’restoring with the number. Use to backspace and make corrections; use to advance and add a space.Telephone Directory4. When you finish entering the name, press select or prog. The screen dis-plays ENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBERENTER NUMBER.5. Enter the telephone number. Use to backspace and make corrections.Press redial/pause to store a pause if necessary.— OR —Press redial/pause to display the last number (up to 24 digits) dialed fromthis handset.6. Press select or prog. The screen displays DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING?DISTINCT RING? and thecurrent setting.7. Press or to change the setting. Choose Y (yes) if you wish the phone to1: 12: A B C 23: D E F 34: G H I 45: J K L 56: M N O 67: P Q R S 78: T U V 89: W X Y Z 90: 0*:*#: & ’ , - . # PressesDial Key 1 2 3 4 5 6
17Basic Operationalert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringer after thefirst ring. Choose N for a normal ringer.8. Press select or prog to confirm your selection. If you chose Y in Step 7, a Dwill be displayed with the directory entry.NOTE: When the memory is full the screen will display MEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULLMEMORY FULL, anerror tone sounds and you will not be able to store a new number until you deletea stored number to make room for another entry.Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory1. Press . 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 edit.3. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press select. Then press until EDITEDITEDITEDITEDIT 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 confirm and move on to edit the number. Use tobackspace and make corrections. Press select to confirm and move to editthe distinctive ring setting.5. Press select to save the edited information.Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory1. Press . 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 delete.3. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press select.Then press until ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE flashes.4. Press select. The screen displays ERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YESERASE NO YES and the number.The current choice flashes.5. Press until YESYESYESYESYES flashes.6. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.Telephone DirectorySPEED EDIT ERASEERASEERASEERASEERASE8005959511SPEED EDIT ERASE8005959511
18Basic OperationTelephone DirectoryMove a Number/Name to the Memory1. Press . 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 move.3. When the screen displays the entry you want to move, press select. Thenpress until SPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEED flashes.SPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEEDSPEED EDIT ERASE80059595114. Press select. The screen displays ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9ENTER 1-9.5. Press the key (1-9) to move this entry from the normal directory to the speeddial memory and assign the memory location. You’ll hear a confirmationbeep. A memory location number (01-09) will be displayed with this entry.Dial a Number from the Directory1. Press . 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.Press or to scroll through the contents. When the screen displays theentry you want to dial, press phone/flash.
19Basic OperationAbout Call History (Caller ID)Your ia 5851 can store up to 90 calls in its Caller ID (CID) memory. When thememory is full, the oldest call will automatically be deleted to make room fornew incoming call information.For each call that comes in, the screen displays the following information be-tween the first and 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 be inthe call history.NOTE: Press OFF( ) at any time to exit call history.Review Call History1. Press (CID) to view call history.2. Use and to scroll through records in call history.Delete Records from Call HistoryDelete a Specific Call:1. Locate the record you want to delete from call history.2. Press the mem key to delete. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.Caller ID OperationLong distance callDate of call Time of call Position of call in call history VTech * 800-595-95115/01 5:40 28PM OLDParty has called2 or more timesCaller’s telephonenumberCaller’s name
20Basic OperationCaller ID OperationDial 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 displaysany alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number;1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number).3. Press select. Press until DIALDIALDIALDIALDIAL flashes.4. Press select. The number is automatically dialed.— OR —When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, press phone/flash( ).DIALDIALDIALDIALDIAL PROGRAM8005959511 5/01 5:40PM OLD28Delete All Calls:1. With the handset in idle (OFF) mode, press and hold the mem key to delete.The screen displays ERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YESERASE ALL NO YES. The current choiceflashes.2. Press until YESYESYESYESYES flashes.3. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.
21Basic 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 displaysany alternate dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number;1 + area code + number; number only; 1+ number).3. Press select, then press until PROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAM flashes.4. Press SEL three times. The screen displays:5. Press or to select YYYYY or NNNNN for distinctive ringer.6. Press select. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. If you choose YYYYY in step 5 a Dwill be displayed with the directory entry.Display Screen MessagesPRIVATEPRIVATEPRIVATEPRIVATEPRIVATE The other party is blocking name and/or numberinformation.UNKNOWNUNKNOWNUNKNOWNUNKNOWNUNKNOWN 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. Screen Displays: When:Caller ID OperationDISTINCT RING? N8005959511 5/01 5:40PM OLD 28 DIAL PROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAMPROGRAM 8005959511 5/01 5:40PM OLD 28
22Basic OperationAudible IndicatorsYour ia 5851 gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirma-tions when you press a button or complete an operation.Setting the Clock1. Make sure the answering system is ON.2. Press TIME/SET. The system announces the clock setting, then announces:“To Set Day and Time, press TIME/SET.”3. Press TIME/SET.4. Press select until the system announces the correct day, then press TIME/SET.5. Press select until the system announces the correct hour, then press TIME/SET.6. Press select until the system announces the correct minute, then pressTIME/SET.7. Press select until the system announces the correct year, then press TIME/SET. The system announces the current clock setting.NOTES:1. You can set the time manually, or allow it to be set automatically withincoming Caller ID information. The time will be set automatically only ifyou subscribe to CID service provided by your local telephone company.2. To advance the minutes or years by increment of 10, press and hold select.About MailboxesThis answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch tonephone can select the mailbox in which their messages will be recorded by press-ing 1, 2 or 3. If the caller does not select a specific mailbox, their message will berecorded in Mailbox 1.About Announcements• You can record two different announcements — one for normal answeringand one for when you’ve set the system to play an announcement only.• Use normal answering when you want the system to record callers’ mes-sages. Use announce only when you want to give information to callerswithout accepting messages.• If you choose not to record an announcement, the system answers with apre-recorded announcement.• The normal answering pre-recorded announcement says: “Hello. I’m un-able to answer your call right now. Please leave your name, number and amessage after the tone.” The announce only pre-recorded announcementsays: “Hello, I’m unable to answer your call right now. Please call again. Thankyou.”• By setting announce only to ON or OFF, you decide which announcementyour callers will hear when the system answers a call (the system comes setfor normal answering, with announce only turned OFF). See Set AnnounceOnly, located in the Feature Summary chart later in this section, to changeyour announcement selection.Answering System Operation
23Basic OperationRecord Your AnnouncementIf you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, be sure to tellcallers in your announcement to press 1 , 2, or 3 to leave a message in theappropriate mailbox. For example: “Thank you for calling. To leave a mes-sage for Bob, press 1 now. To leave a message for Sue, press 2 now. Toleave a message for Elmo, press 3 now. Or, wait for the beep, and leaveyour message.”1. Press MENU until you hear “Record Outgoing Message.”2. Press REC/MEMO. After you hear “Now recording” followed by a beep,speak toward the base to record an announcement up to 90 seconds long.3. Press any MAILBOX button to stop recording. The system plays back yourrecorded message.To Review Your Announcement at Any Time1. Press MENU until you hear “Record Outgoing Message.”2. Press any MAILBOX button.To Delete Your AnnouncementPress DELETE during announcement playback. The system will use the pre-recorded announcement until you record a new one.Answering System OperationSelect a featuresettingReview/changeclock setting;confirm featuresettings .Turn AnsweringSystem on or offDelete outgoingannouncements,messages andmemosRecord outgoingannouncementsand memos.Enter feature setupand select featuresto set.....
24Basic Operation“Set Audible Message Alert ” When message alert is turned on, the base beepsOff *once every 10 seconds when new messagesOn have been received.“Set Announce Only” When you turn announce only on, callers hearOff *your announcement, but cannot leave a message.On“Set Base Ringer” Turn the base ringer on or off.On *Off“Set Number of Rings” Choose how many times the phone will ring2before the system answers a call.4 *With toll saver active, the system answers after two6rings when you have new messages and afterToll Saver four rings when you have no new messages.NOTES:1. To advance the remote access code by increments of 10, press and holdSELECT.2. You can exit feature setup at any time by pressing a MAILBOX button.Setting Up Your Answering SystemYou can set up one feature at a time, or you can set the features one after theother, in sequence.1. Make sure the answering system is ON.2. Press MENU until the system announces the feature you want to set.Refer to the Feature Summary below for a description of the features andchoices.3. Press SELECT until the system announces the desired setting.4. Press TIME/SET.5. Press MENU to move on to the next feature, or press a MAILBOX button toexit feature setup.Feature SummaryDefault settings indicated by * .System announces: Description/directions:“Set Security Code”Use SELECT to choose the remote access code youwill use to access answering system functions re-motely. You can select any two digit code between 40to 99.System announces: Description/directions:Answering System Operation50*
25Basic OperationListen to, Save & Delete MessagesThe system automatically saves your messages until you delete them, and canstore approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos, and announcements (upto a maximum of 99 messages). Your caller can leave a message of up to fourminutes in length.A MAILBOX key will flash to alert you to new, unplayed messages. If all mes-sages in a mailbox have been reviewed, the key will glow steadily. A mailboxcontaining both old and new messages will play only the new messages first.After all new messages are played, press the MAILBOX key again to hear allmessages.Before playing a message, the system announces the day and time it was re-ceived. While the message plays, the message window displays the number ofthe message. After playing the last message in a mailbox, the system announces“End of messages.” If the system has less than five minutes of recording timeleft, it announces remaining time.Message WindowAnswering System OperationRepeat/Slow Mes-sagesPress to repeat a mes-sage; press twice to playthe previous message;press and hold to slowdown playback.Play MessagesPress to play messages ina mailbox. Press again tostop playback. Delete MessagesTo delete a message, press DELETE whilethe message is playing.Press DELETE then press a MAILBOX but-ton to delete all old messages in thatmailbox.You cannot delete a message until it’s beenreviewed; deleted messages cannot berecovered.Skip/Quick Mes-sagesPress to skip to thenext message; pressand hold to speed upplayback.Adjust Playback VolumeSystem beeps three times athighest or lowest setting.
26Basic OperationCall Screening/Intercept1. Make sure the answering system is ON and set the message playbackvolume is set above level 1 so you can hear the caller’s message.2. If you decide to take the call, press phone/flash on the handset.3. If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the an-nouncement does not stop right away, press and release the phone/flash button until the announcement stops.Record a MemoYou can record a memo up to four minutes long, which is stored as an incomingmessage.1. Press REC/MEMO.2. Press a MAILBOX button to select a mailbox for the memo. After the beep,speak toward the microphone. The message window displays the length ofyour memo.3. To stop recording, press the MAILBOX button again.Message Window DisplayAnswering System Operation Window Display: when:No messages in any mailbox.Total number of messages in all mailboxes, or cur-rent message number during message playback.Memory is full, or total number of messages is 99.Duration of memo recording.Length of recording is more than 99 seconds.Indicates volume level selected when VOL - orVOL + is pressed.Current remote access code while setting.Announce only mode.Displayed when any setting is changed from on oroff.Clock needs to be set.System is answering a call or is in remote operation.System is in programming mode or initializing.000001 1 1 1 1 - 99 99 99 99 990 0 0 0 0 - 99 99 99 99 99 F F F F F11111 to 9999999999 (Counting)9999999999 (Flashing)11111 - 88888 (Steady forone second)4040404040 - 9999999999AAAAAONONONONON or OFFOFFOFFOFFOFF (Steadyfor one second)CLCLCLCLCL---- (Flashing)normal displaysteady
27Basic OperationPlay messages in a milbox Press #, then the appropriate mailbox number (1, 2or 3). The system plays new messages. If there areno new messages, the system plays old messages.Repeat a message Press #4 while message is playing; press #4#4 toback up to previous message.Skip a message Press #6 while message is playing to advance tothe next message.Stop Press #5.Save messages Hang up.Delete message Press #9 while message is playing.Review announcement Press #7; system plays announcement, then beeps.Record announcement Press *7; after beep, record announcement, press#5 to stop. System plays back announcement.Record memoEnd remote access callConnect with the Answering System From a Remote LocationYou can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone.1. Dial your telephone number.2. When the system answers, enter your remote access code (preset to 50).The system beeps once and then announces the number of new messages.3. Enter a remote command (see Remote Access Commands).4. Press * 0 to exit remote operation.Voice MenuThe system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press *5 tohear the menu while remotely connected to the answering system.Remote Access Commands Function: Command:Answering System OperationPress *8, then mailbox number where you wantmemo recorded; speak after the beep; press #5 whenfinished.Press *0.
28Basic OperationRemote Access Commands (continued)Function: Command:Turn system offTurn system onNOTE: If no key is pressed within 10 seconds of entering remote access, thevoice menu will be announced. After the voice menu announcement, if nokey is pressed within 20 seconds, the remote access call will automaticallyend. Function: Command:Answering System OperationPress #0; the system announces, “An-swering machine off.” Press #0 again toturn the system back on.When system is off, it answers after 10rings and announces, “Please enter yoursecurity code.” Enter your remote accesscode.
29Basic OperationHeadset OperationYour ia 5851 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, which iscompatible with the ia 5851.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 5851 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 5851 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.
30Additional InformationMaintenanceTaking care of your telephoneYour cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it mustbe treated with care.Avoid rough treatmentPlace the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protectyour telephone if you ever need to ship it.Avoid waterYour telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoorsin the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit neara sink, bathtub, or shower.Electrical stormsElectrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronicequipment. For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliancesduring storms.Cleaning your telephoneYour telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster formany years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water ora mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used whenyou are wet or standing in water. If your Base Unit should fall into water,DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD ANDTELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out bythe unplugged cords.
31Additional InformationIn Case of DifficultyYou hear other calls while using your phone• Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regulartelephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiringor local service. Call your local telephone company.You hear noise in the handset, and none of the keys or buttonswork• 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 Handsetin its base. 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, allowup to one minute for this to take place.Your answering system is not recording messages• Make sure system is turned ON (the ON/OFF key is illuminated).• Make sure the Announce Only feature is set to OFF.You cannot hear recorded messages• Using the base volume control, raise the volume to a comfortable listeninglevel.CL is flashing in the Base Message Window Display:• You need to set the day and time. Refer to the section(s) on Setting theClock in this user’s manual.
32Additional InformationIn Case of DifficultyIf you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solvethe problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTechCommunications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech TelecommunicationsCanada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.The phone doesn't work at all• Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit andthe telephone wall jack.• Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If you get a LOW BATTERYmessage or indication, the batteries need 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 telephonejack and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phoneeither, the problem is in your wiring or local service. Contact your localtelephone company.You get noise, static, or a weak signal even when you're near theBase Unit• Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base unit cansometimes cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the base unit toanother outlet.You get noise, static, or a weak signal when you're away from theBase Unit• You may be out of range. Either move closer to the base, or relocate thebase unit.• The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the base unitto another position.The Handset does not ring when you receive a call• Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on RingerSelection in this user’s manual.• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit andthe telephone 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 allowall of them to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.
33Additional InformationWarranty StatementWhat does this limited warranty cover?•The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrantsto the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that theproduct and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Prod-uct”) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuantto the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally andin accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends onlyto the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States ofAmerica.What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free frommaterial defects in materials and workmanship during the limitedwarranty period (“Materially Defective Product”)?• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representa-tive will repair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a MateriallyDefective Product. If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbishedreplacement parts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace itwith a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech willreturn repaired or replacement productsto you in working condition. VTechwill retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement ofProduct, at VTech’s option, is your exclusive remedy. You should expect therepair 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 fromthe date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Productunder the terms of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies torepaired or replacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from thedate the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the timeremaining 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 physi-cal damage, 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 byanyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signalconditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTechelectrical accessories; or
34Additional InformationWarranty Statement5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates orelectronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible;or6. Product purchased, used, serviced or shipped for repair from outside theUnited States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (includingbut not limited to 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 in-stallation or repair of systems outside the unit.How do you get warranty service?• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before callingfor service, please check the user’s manual. A check of the Product controlsand features may save you a service call.• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or dam-age during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery orhandling charges incurred in the transport of Product(s) to the service loca-tion. VTech will return repaired or replaced product under this limited war-ranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling charges prepaid. VTechassumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.• If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of pur-chase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify youand will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any furtherrepair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs forthe repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to theVTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or diffi-culty;2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product pur-chased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephonenumber.Other Limitations•This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you andVTech. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to thisProduct. VTech provides no other warranties for this product. The warrantyexclusively describes all of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product.
35Additional InformationWarranty StatementThere are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modi-fications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modi-fication.State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you mayalso have other rights which vary from state to state.Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particularpurpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit forordinary use)are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states donot allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the abovelimitation may not apply to you.•In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, conse-quential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or rev-enue, inability to use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost ofsubstitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use ofthis product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inciden-tal or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may notapply to you.
36Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsThis equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies withregulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operationis subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of the device.A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either theFCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the ICregistration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide thisinformation 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. InCanada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377for repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you todisconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has beencorrected.FCC Part 15Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved bythe party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operatethe equipment. The equipment has been tested and found to comply withpart 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged totry 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 towhich the receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
37Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsFCC and ACTA InformationIf this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network priorto July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, itcomplies with the Part 68 rules and with Technical Requirements forConnection of Equipment to the Telephone Network adopted by theAdministrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required toprovide you with the following information.1. Product identifier and REN informationThe 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 companyupon request. For equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the productidentifier is preceded by the phrase “FCC Reg No.” and the REN is listedseparately. For equipment approved after that date, the product identifier ispreceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN is encoded in the productidentifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventh characters followingthe colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZ wouldindicate an REN of 0.3.The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to yourtelephone line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but notall areas, the sum of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information,please contact your local telephone company.2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone networkThe plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring andthe telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules andtechnical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord andmodular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected toa compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normallybe used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. SeeInstallation Instructions in this user’s manual. This equipment may not be usedwith Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarmdialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connectionTo ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount ofradio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystanderaccording to the intended usage of the product. This product has been testedand found to comply with the FCC criteria. The handset has such a low powerthat 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 otherthan the hands should be maintained at a comfortable distance of approxi-mately 20 cm or more.
38Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC Regulationsof this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questionsabout what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company ora qualified installer.3. Repair instructionsIf this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jackuntil the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment canonly be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repairprocedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty.4. Rights of the telephone companyIf this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephonecompany may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephonecompany is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance noticeis not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given theopportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required toinform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephonecompany may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, orprocedures 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 aidcompatible.6. Programming/testing of emergency numbersIf this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police,fire department and emergency medical service telephone numbers in theselocations. If you do, please keep three things in mind:a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directorycard, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memorydialing feature doesn’t work.b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer as-sumes no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recom-mended. However, if you do make a call to an emergency number:• You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the callbefore hanging up.• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performedduring off-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening,when the emergency services tend to be less busy.
39Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsIC (Industry Canada)This telephone is registered for use in Canada.The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that IndustryCanada technical specifications were met.Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada TerminalEquipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registrationnumber. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies thatregistration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicatingthat Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply thatIndustry Canada approved the equipment.Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipmentis 0.1. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indicationof the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephoneinterface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combinationof devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RingerEquivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible tobe connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. Theequipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection.The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditionsmay not prevent degradation of services in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadianmaintenance facility designated by the Supplier. Any repairs or alterationsmade by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give thetelecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect theequipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical groundconnections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic waterpipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may beparticularly important in rural areas.Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electricianas appropriate.Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowedby the FCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicateonly over a certain distance - which will depend on the location of the BaseUnit and Handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your homeor office.
40Additional InformationTechnical SpecificationsFREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCYBase: 912.75-917.10 MHzHandset: 5863.80-5872.5 MHzRECEIVE FREQUENCYBase: 5863.80-5872.5 MHzHandset: 912.75-917.10 MHzCHANNELS30 ChannelsNOMINAL EFFECTIVERANGEMaximum power allowed by FCCand IC. Actual operating rangemay vary according toenvironmental conditions at thetime of use.SIZEHandset: 186.01mm x 56.01mm x36.36mmBase: 171mm x 140.52mmx90.09mmCharger: 103mm x 89mm x46mmWEIGHTHandset: 188 gramsBase: 345 gramsCharger: 106 gramsPOWER REQUIREMENTSHandset: 3.6V 600mAh Ni-MHBatteryBase: 9V DC @ 500mAMEMORYSpeed 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.
Important 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 in Handset .......................................... 6Battery Care and Maintenance....................................................................7Connecting to Phone Line........................................................................... 7Wall Mounting.......................................................................................8Basic Operation................................................................................................................9Telephone Operation........................................................................................................9Handset Ringer Style/Battery Save ..............................................................11Temporany Tone Dialing .....................................................................................11Call Forward..............................................................................................11Display Screen Messages .................................................................................12Telephone Memory .................................................................................................13Store a Number/Name in Memory ....................................................................13Edit a Number/Name Stored in Memory ..........................................................14Delete a Number/Name Stored in Memory ......................................................14Dial a Memory Number........................................................................................14Re-assign locations in Memory......................................................................15Telephone Directory..............................................................................................16Store a Number/Name in the Directory .........................................................16Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory .................................................17Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory ........................................17More a Number/Name to the Memory ............................................................18Dial a Number from the Directory ....................................................................18Caller ID Operation......................................................................................................19About Call History(Caller ID)..............................................................................19Review Call History.............................................................................................19Delete Records from Call History...................................................................19Dial a Displayed Number....................................................................................20Store a Call History Record in the Directory......................... ...................21Display Screen Messages...............................................................................21Answering System Operation ............................................................................22Audible Indicators ..........................................................................................22Setting the Clock.........................................................................................22About Mailboxes ..........................................................................................22About Announcements...................................................................................22Record Your Announcement ......................................................................23Setting up Your Answering System................................................................24Table Of Contents
Feature Summary..........................................................................................24Listen to, Save & Delete Messages..............................................................25Call Screening/Intercept ................................................................................26Record a Memo ................................................................................................26Message Window Display .........................................................................26Connect with the Answering System From a Remote Location................27Voice Menu.....................................................................................................27Remote Access Commands ...................................................................27Headset Operation................................................................................................29Additional Information..............................................................................................30Maintenance..................................................................................................................30In Case of Difficulty....................................................................................................31Warranty Statement..................................................................................................33FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations.........................................................................36Technical Specifications..............................................................................................40Table Of Contents
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