Vtech Cordless Phone (T2429)
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1. za OC Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed 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 aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 4 Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub kitchen sink or swimming pool 5 Do not place this product on an unstable 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 provided for ventilation To protect them from overheating these openings must 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 or heat register This product should 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 on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home consult your dealer or local power company 8 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it 9 Never push objects of any kind into th2. 2nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM za OC Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base 2410 2 2418 9 MHz Handset 912 75 917 10 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base 912 75 917 10 MHz Handset 2410 2 2418 9 MHz CHANNELS 30 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use SIZE Handset 42mm x 57mm x 205mm Base 147mm x 113mm x 114mm 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 28nd WEIGHT Handset 148 grams Base 214 grams excluding battery POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset 400mAh Ni Cd Battery Pack Base 9V DC 200mA MEMORY Speed Dial 9 Memory locations up to 24 digits for Number 15 characters for Name per location Directory 50 Memory locations 24 digits per location 15 characters for Name per location CID 90 Memory locations SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL AND MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 29 12 29 2004 5 27 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Table Of Contents Important Safety IMStHUCHONS iiinis enaa aaia aa aiaa 1 Before You Begin About Caller Identification Caller ID cece cee eee tee eeeeee eee teaeeeeenaes 3 Parts Check List cc 05 anna acid eee le Getting Started IS tallatiO M sea sched acs Ee Ae te aha Before You Stall cccecsuscesseccazyeedas cxsuy cases eaateaacce caseicas
3. PROG 2 Press A until the screen displays MESSAGES WAITING 3 Press SELECT The screen displays LIGHT OFF YES 4 Press SELECT again to turn off the MESSAGE light on base 21 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TTT o ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts so it must be treated with care Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain or handle it with wet hands Do not install your base unit near a sink bathtub or shower Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment For your own Safety use caution when using electric appliances during storms Cleaning your telephone Your 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 not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water If your base unit should fall into water DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE L
4. Press A to select TONE or PULSE e Press SELECTto save 7 Set Time and Date If you subscribe to caller ID service the date and time will be set automatically with the first incoming call If you do not have CID service you can set the date and time manually e Press PROG on the handset e Press W or A until DATE TIME is displayed Press SELECT e The month is flashing Press W or A until the screen displays the correct month Press SELECT e The day is flashing Press W or A until the screen displays the correct day Press SELECT e The hour is flashing Press W or A until the screen displays the correct hour Press SELECT e The minute is flashing Press W or A until the screen displays the correct minute Press SELECT e AM or PM is flashing Press Wor A to choose between AM or PM Press SELECT 8 Set Language Mode e Press PROG and then press W or A until LANGUAGE is displayed Press SELECT e The current setting blinks Press W or A until the screen displays the correct language English Espanol or French e Press SELECT to save the language mode 9 Clear Message Waiting Alert e Press PROG e Press W or A until screen displays MESSAGES WAITING Press SELECT LIGHT OFF and the current setting will display 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 pmd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM GETTING STARTED EET Installation e Press W or A to change from YES or NO e Press SELECT to choose the de
5. Repair or replacement of Product at VTech s option is your exclusiveM remedy 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 date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period of either a 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product 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 ls N Product that has been subjected to misuse accident shipping or other physical damage improper installation abnormal operation or handling neglect inundation fire water or other liquid intrusion or Product that has been damaged due to repair alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech or Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions network reliability or cable or antenna systems or Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non VTech electrical accessories or Product whose warranty quality stickers Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed altere
6. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing feature doesn t work b This feature is provided only as a convenience and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature c Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored isnot rec ommended However if you do make a call to an emergency number e You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up Programming testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off peak hours such as in the early morning or late evening when the emegency services tend to be less busy IC Industry Canada This telephone is registered for use in Canada The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met Notice This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Speci fications This is confirmed by the registration number The abbreviation IC before the reg istration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Confor mity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment Notice The Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this terminal equipment is 0 1B The REN as signed to each term
7. a Number Name Stored in the Directory 1 2 Press A DIR The screen displays DIRECTORY Press W or A 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 When the screen displays the number you want to delete press SELECT Then press W or A until ERASE flashes SPEED EDIT ERASE SHESIS9S11 Press SELECT The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number The current choice flashes Press W or A until YES flashes Press SELECT You ll hear a confirmation beep 15 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 find 12 29 2004 5 27 PM BASIC OPERATION O MT I a H M BASIC OPERATION Telephone Directory Dial a Number from the Directory 1 2 3 Press A DIR The screen displays DIRECTORY Press W or A 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 When the screen displays the number you want to dial press PHONE Move a Number Name to the Memory 1 2 Press A DIR The screen displays DIRECTORY Press W or A to scroll alphabetically through entries stored in directory OR Press the dial key for the first letter of the entry you want to move When the screen displays the entry you want to move press SELECT Then press W or A until SPEED flashes Press SELECT The screen
8. product identifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventh characters following the colon For example the product identifier US AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate an REN of 0 3 The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called In most but not all areas the sum of all RENs should be five 5 0 or less You may want to contact your local telephone company for more information Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical re quirements adopted by ACTA A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is pro vided with this product It is designed to be connected to a compatible modu lar jack that is also compliant An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecti ng to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines See Installation Instruc tions in the user s manual This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines If you have specially wired alarm dialing equip ment connected to your telephone line ensure the connection of this equip ment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone company or a quali fied installer Repair instructions If this equipment is malfunctioning it must be u
9. the headset into the jack located on the right side of the handset under the small rubber flap Do not force the connection but make sure the plug fits securely BASIC OPERATION 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM aS Ce a 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 bind BASIC OPERATION Telephone Operation Operating Range Your t 2429 cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission FCC Even so this handset and base can communicate over only a certain distance which can vary with the locations of the base and handset the weather and the construction of your home or office If you receive a call while you are out of range the handset might not ring or if it does ring the call might not connect when you press PHONE Move closer to the base then press PHONE to answer the call If you move out of range during a phone conversation you might hear noise or interference To improve reception move closer to the base If you move out of range without pressing OFF your phone will be left off the hook To hang up properly walk back into range periodically pressing OFF Display Screen Messages Screen Displays When There is a call coming in The handset is waiting for dial tone The handset is in use You have received telephone company voice mail The base is paging the hand
10. 9 2004 5 27 PM CC ee Congratulations on your purchase of this VTech product NEED HELP Our representatives are here to help you with any questions concerning the operation of this product available accessories or any other related issues Call Toll Free 1 800 595 9511 In Canada Call 1 800 267 7377 or visit our website at www vtechphones com MT T a H M I l vtech VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD vtech A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES Distributed in the U S A by VTech Communications Inc Beaverton Oregon 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd 7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond B C V6X 1Z9 Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD Printed in China 91 000132 020 000 ISSUED 1 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM
11. CT 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 BASIC OPERATION 13 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 fnd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM aS Ce BASIC OPERATION Telephone Directory Your t 2429 cordless phone can store 50 including 9 speed dial entries telephone numbers with names up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number in each location Entries are stored alphabetically For consistency with CID entries you may wish to enter last names first NOTE Press OFF at any time to exit directory Store a Number Name in the Directory 1 Press PROG The screen displays DIRECTORY 2 Press SELECT The screen displays ENTER NAME 3 Using the chart below enter up to 15 characters for the name you re storing with the number Use W to backspace and make corrections use A to advance and add a space Presses N A QO e gt c 0Joj gt gt m 4 CJO Z XA I lt lt Dj O ZTO Ni olololaj ajojn a baal Ie x lt o al aa 9 0 go 4 When you finish entering the name press SELECT or PROG The screen displays ENTER NUMBER 5 Enter the telephone number Use w 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 up to 24 digits long dia
12. INE CORDS FROM THE WALL Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords 22 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM MT T a H M Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover I The manufacturer of this VTech product VTech Communications warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase Consumer or you that the product and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package Product are free from material defects in material and workmanship pursuant to the following terms and conditions when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period iMaterially Defective Producti I i During the limited warranty period VTech s authorized service representative will repair 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 If we choose to replace this product we may replace it with anew or refurbished product of the same or similar design VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition VTech willretain defective parts modules or equipment
13. L PROGRAM SHBSII9S11 Press W or A to select Yor N for distinctive ringer Press SELECT Youwill hear a confirmation beep If you choose Yin step 5a W will be displayed with the directory entry Display Screen Messages Screen Displays When PRIVATE information about this caller name WME MOH 18 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 f8nd The other party is blocking name information The other party is blocking name and number You phone company is unable to receive information Your phone company is unable to receive information about this caller name and number 12 29 2004 5 27 PM TS za Ce Batteries Battery Care and Maintenance e The battery needs charging when Anew battery is installed in the handset The phone beeps twice every five seconds The screen displays BATTERY LOW and displays the low battery icon e Place the handset in the base so the CHARGING light turns on The battery is typically fully charged in 15 hours e You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the base after each use e If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator even after charging overnight the battery should be replaced Use only VTech batteries CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons or damage to the telephone read and follow these instructions carefully Charge the battery provided with or identified for use with
14. Memory 0 0 e cece eee eee teeeeeeceaeteeeteeeneeeeaes 16 Caller ID Operation cee sevensccciscsssosevecdeaiseesizseiscsoesvasauedesipsbnieosiadgaaecsvaspobussenunsedausotnvousy About Call History Caller ID ae Review Gall FIStOrY sissies cteccceidecas cazeveccnsate dedi coy seyeeseenseestavensesectteascateneesctteng thee Delete Records from Call HIStory ccisics cisscoscsssesosvsccsitcoacesdesseeaviensisaccavecvesnnaecs 17 Dial a Displayed NUMDEN sissien iain a cies Pai eA Store a Call History Record in the Directory 0 00 0 eee 18 Display Screen Messages ccesseseeseeeeeeeeeeeseseeeeneeeeeeeeeseneaneseees a 18 Batteries wvateceiiinateiaite ieee avi eA ata 19 Battery Care and Maintenance ccceeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeteneeseeees 19 Replacing the Handset Battery ecccececceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeseteeetenees 19 Additional INTONIM ATION siasccssecsscssieriesssnserssotscioistbsesruisesteceeceerscesdeateaesssasiensiesensessiessoesen 20 In Case of Difficulty s 20 Maitena irris riasa r ig wie Warranty Statement sidesse cxvdets Avactvas Bet d adani aiaiai ieaiai 23 FCG ACTAamd IG Regulations s 2 i ca2sccscsececcecsdadeessdeascaeceeasqinsecizecxssacdseeanse 25 The RBRG Seal es2 asswrsiaevn roves 12s 28 Technical Specifications 2 02 grasetscsssscsecietscassgessvavedanvassssd LEE STETE SEAE EEEO 29 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 nd 12 2
15. ant Safety Instructions 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 normal talk 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM MT Ce Before You Begin Enhanced 2 4GHz Technology Dual band transmission combines the best of 2 4GHz and 900MH2z technologies providing enhanced performance over standard cordless telephones About Caller Identification Caller ID Your t 2429 has a caller ID CID with call waiting feature that works with service from your local phone service provider Caller ID with call waiting lets you see who s calling before you answer the phone even when you re on another call You may need to change your phone service to use this feature Contact your phone service provider if You have both caller ID and call waiting but as separate services you may need combined service You have only caller ID service or only call waiting service You don t subscribe to any caller ID or call waiting services You can use this product with regular caller ID service and you can use this product s other features without subscribing to either caller ID or combined caller ID with call
16. d or rendered illegible or Product purchased used serviced or shipped for repair from outside the United States or used for commercial or institutional purposes including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes or Product returned without valid proof of purchase see 2 below or Charges for installation or set up adjustment of customer controls and installation or repair of systems outside the unit 23 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 28nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Warranty Statement How do you get warranty service e To obtain warranty service in the United States of America call 1 800 595 9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product Before calling for service please check the user s manual A check of the Product controls and features may save you a service call e Except as provided by applicable law you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport of Product s to the service location VTech will return repaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you transportation delivery or handling charges prepaid VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit e If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this
17. displays ENTER 1 9 Press the key 1 9 to move this entry from the normal directory to the speed dial memory and assign the memory location You ll hear a confirmation beep A memory location number 01 09 will be displayed with this entry 16 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 f nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM Caller ID Operation Caller s name Party has called two or more times Long distance call Caller s telehone number Date of call Time of call Position of call in call history About Call History Caller ID Your t 2429 can store up to 90 calls in its caller ID memory The most recent call will have the highest number When the memory is full the oldest call will be deleted to make room for new incoming call information For each call that comes in the screen displays the following information between the first and second rings e Your caller s name 15 letters are sent by your telephone company e The caller s area code and telephone number e The time and date of the call e The repeat tag in the upper right corner indicating the party has called more than once If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen it will not be in the call history Review Call History 1 Press W CID to view call history 2 Use W and A to scroll through records in call history Delete Records from Call History Delete a Specific Call 1 Locate the record you want to delete from call histo
18. e and make corrections use amp to advance and add a space Presses N A Qa e gt C Q O gt m 4 COZ A xz lt lt DIO T Zn N o la oa on a ow ro x lt o Le feet 9 0 a go 11 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 pmd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM BASIC OPERATION il BASIC OPERATION Speed Dialing When you finish entering the name press SELECT or PROG The screen displays ENTER NUMBER Enter the telephone number Use W 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 up to 24 digits long dialed from this phone Press SELECT or PROG to store your entry The screen displays DISTINCT RING and the current setting Press W or A to change the setting Choose Y for yes if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern 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 W will be displayed with the directory entry Edit a Number Name Stored in Memory 1 Press and hold the memory location key of the entry you wish to edit 2 When the screen displays the number you want to edit press SELECT Then press W or A until EDIT flashes SPEED EDIT ERASE SHESISIS1 1 3 Press SELECT T
19. e such connections themselves but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate Your telephone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC This means your Handset and base unit can communicate only over a certain distance which will depend on the location of the base unit and handset weather and the construction and layout of your home or office The RBRC Seal The RBRC Seal on the nickel cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications Inc is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of service within the United States and Canada The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste which may be illegal in your area VTech s participation with RBRC makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech product service centers Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information on Ni Cd battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area VTech s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources RBRC is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation 28 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1
20. equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help FCC Part 68 and ACTA If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23 2001 it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules If the equipment was approved after that date it complies with the Part 68 rules and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Tele phone Network adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments ACTA We are required to provide you with the following information 25 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 2nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION aS Ce ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FCC ACTA and IC Regulations 1 A Qn Product identifier and REN information The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains among other things an identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number REN This information must be provided to your local telephone company upon request For equipment approved prior to July 23 2001 the product identifier is preceded by the phrase FCC Reg No and the REN is listed separately For equipment approved after that date the product identifier is preceded by US and a colon and the REN is encoded in the
21. he battery might need charging Make sure the battery is installed correctly If you have dial pulse rotary service on your phone line make sure the dial mode is set to dial pulse see INSTALLATION Microwave appliances may cause interference with this phone If you experience interference move away from the microwave If the above suggestions donit solve the problem try reinitializing the handset and base OaAWNs Disconnect the power to the base Remove the handset battery Wait a few minutes Connect the power to the base Insert the handset battery Put the handset in the base to reinitialize If the phone does not ring when you receive a call ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Make sure the handset ringer is on Make sure the telephone line cord is connected firmly to the base and the telephone jack Make sure the AC adapter is plugged firmly into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch You might be too far from the base move closer You might have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring Try unplugging some of them If you hear noise or interference when using the phone You may be out of range Move closer to the base Press and release CHAN DELETE to change to another of the 30 channels available If noise is exceptionally loud move closer to the base before changing channels Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base can sometimes cause interfere
22. he screen displays the name and number The cursor appears at the end of the name Use W A and the dial pad keys to edit the name Press SELECT to move on and edit the number Press SELECT to move on and edit the distinctive ring setting 4 Press SELECT to save the edited information Delete a Number Name Stored in Memory 1 Press and hold the memory location key of the entry you wish to delete 2 When the screen displays the number you want to delete press SELECT Then press W or A until ERASE flashes SPEED EDIT ERASE BHBSISIS11 3 Press SELECT The screen displays ERASE NO YES and the number 4 Press W or A until YES flashes 5 Press SELECT You lll hear a confirmation beep Dial a Memory Number 1 Press and hold the memory location key of the entry you wish to dial 2 When the screen displays the number you want to dial press SELECT Then press W or A until DIAL flashes 12 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 f nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM Speed Dialing SPEED EDIT ERASE SHES9IS9S1 1 3 Press SELECT The phone automatically dials the number OR When the screen displays the number you want to dial press PHONE Reassign locations in memory 1 Press and hold the memory location key 1 9 of the entry you wish to reassign 2 When the screen displays the entry you want to reassign press SELECT Then press W until SPEED flashes SPEED EDIT ERASE SHES9S9S11 3 Press SELE
23. ieasigiciacs a iytiasinaideaisteeadneaste Table Desk Installation Wall Installation on a standard Wall Plate 2 0 0 eee eee eee eee eee teeteeeeaes 6 BASIC OPCratiOn scsscceccerescsecsesesssessesersescnscneseesensensseseasensensenecsesensensensensconsessnseneasesenes Telephone Operation Handset Operation ics sots iccestdcs icedi aa airde devine Ainslie 7 Handset Ringer Style Battery Save oo eee cee eee c eee eeee tees seeeae seas teeeeeeeeaeee 9 Temporary Tone Dialing Headset ACK sirince nnair saone aaa sa siias aieeaa eee Stating Aae a A EE Display Screen Messages iig Telephone M mOry saesivvezccasisscesasenstesatcscsipocsincssiesouvseenipsoutesiauctvacessavoan sscerpocataceed sets Store a Number and Name in Memory e eee ee eee cere ee teeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeees 11 Speed Dialing a Edit a Number Name Stored in Memory ssssssssesssseernerssrerisrrernernrrnrrernereernerene 12 Delete a Number Name Stored in Memory ssssssesessesesresrrsrsrsererrerrerrensrnernsenes 12 Dial a Memory Number s Reassign locations INMEMOTY eeceseeseceeeeeeeeseeseeeeneseeeseesaeeeeeseenenenaes Telephone DIreClOry sis divae cies cee eniai isea a ade aasa cassasleeetedeereedst Store a Number Name in the Directory sia Edit a Number Name Stored in the Directory sasessesresrreerrrsrsrrsrrrrrersrrernseers 15 Delete a Number Name Stored in the Directory eee eee eerste teats 15 Dial a Number from the Directory i Move a Number Name to the
24. inal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of termi nals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five Before installing this equipment users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment 27 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 rnd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ET o ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FCC ACTA and IC Regulations Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are con nected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Caution Users should not attempt to mak
25. is product through slots in the base or handset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 10 To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product but take it to an authorized service facility Opening or removing parts of the base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used 11 Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock 12 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed If liquid has been spilled onto the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation E If the product has been dropped and the base and or handset has been damaged oO 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 pmd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM O MT hl M I Import
26. led from this phone 6 Press SELECTor PROG The screen displays DISTINCT RING and the current setting 14 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 ptnd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM Telephone Directory 7 8 Press W or A tochange the setting Choose Y for yes if you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first ring Choose N for a normal ringing pattern Press SELECT or PROG CHAN to confirm your selection If you chose Y a will be displayed with the directory entry NOTE When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY 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 Siored in the Directory 1 2 5 Press A DIR The screen displays DIRECTORY Press W or A 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 When the screen displays the number you want to edit press SELECT Then press W or A until EDIT flashes SPEED EDIT ERASE BHBSISI511 Press SELECT The screen displays the name and number The cursor appears at the end of the name Use W amp and the dial pad keys to edit the name Press SELECT to move on and edit the number Press SELECT to move on and edit the distinctive ring setting Press SELECT to save the edited information Delete
27. limited warranty VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair 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 the VTech service 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 and 3 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 VTech provides no other warranties for this product The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech s responsibilities regarding the product There are no other express warranties No one is authorized to make modifications to 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 also have other rights which vary from state to state Limitations Implied warranties including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability an unwritten warranty tha
28. local tele phone 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 at1 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 this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected FCC Part 15 Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equiment 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 interfer ence in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc tions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equiment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be deter mined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the
29. n the two holes in the plug with the socket pins then snap the plug into place GETTING STARTED c Place the battery in the compartment with the wires in one of the owercorner as shown in the picture on the left d Replace cover by sliding it up into place To attach To remove NOTE Install the base unit away from electronic equipment such as personal computers television sets or microwave ovens Avoid excessive heat cold dust or moisture Table Desk Installation 4 Charge the Handset Battery Place the handset in the base Charge the battery at least for 24 hours the first time 5 Check for Dial Tone After the batteries are charged connect the modular telephone cord between a live phone jack and the jack located on the bottom of the base unit Pick up the handset and press PHONE You should hear a dial tone 4 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 4md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM Installation CONNECT THE POWER CORD Standard electrical outlet CONNECT THE TELEPHONE LINE CORD Modular telephone jack 6 Set the Dial Mode If you have touch tone service the phone is ready to use as soon as the batteries are charged If you have dial pulse rotary service you ll need to change the dial mode e Press PROG on the handset e Press W or A until the screen displays DIAL MODE and the currently selected mode e Press SELECT The current setting blinks e
30. nce Try moving the appliance or the base to another outlet Using the handset near household appliances microwaves computers television stereos etc can sometimes cause interference Move away from appliances while using the handset The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range Try moving the base to another location preferably on an upper floor 20 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 20nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM In Case of Difficulty e If the buttons don t work try placing the handset in the base for at least 15 seconds If you hear other calls while using your phone e Press CHAN DELETE to change to another channel e Disconnect the base from the modular jack and plug in a corded telephone If you still hear other calls the problem is probably in your wiring or local service Call your local telephone service company If you lose a call after changing channels You were probably almost out of range Move closer to the base before changing channels Before placing another call set the handset in the base for at least 15 seconds If you are unable to operate special telephone services or other equipment requiring touch tone signals If you have dial pulse rotary service follow the directions under Temporary Tone Dialing in the TELEPHONE OPERATION section of this manual If the MESSAGE light on the base does not go off even after youive listened to voice mail messages 1 Press
31. nplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents For repair procedures follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty Rights of the telephone company If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone com pany may temporarily discontinue your telephone service The telephone com pany is required to notify you before interrupting service If advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operation or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset it is hearing aid compaible 26 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 26nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM i eo FCC ACTA and IC Regulations 6 Programming testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations you may choose to store police fire depart ment and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations If you do please keep three things in mind a
32. o page the handset up to 60 seconds Press again press OFF on hand set or place handset in the base to cancel the page BASIC OPERATION In Use Charging Indicator e Flashes slowly when the handset is in use Flashes rapidly when a call is on hold Glows steadily when the handset is charging in its base 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM TT Coos Telephone Operation Handset Ringer Style Battery Save You can select from four different handset ringer styles or turn the ringer off and extend the battery life Make sure the handset is off Press PROG CHAN Press W or A until the screen displays RINGER and the current setting Press SELECT The current setting blinks and you will hear a sample of the ring Press W or A to select RINGER 1 2 3 4 or OFF Press SELECT to confirm your selection D O e o Temporary Tone Dialing If you have pulse rotary service you can change from dial pulse to touch tone dialing during a call by pressing TONE This is useful if you need to send touch tone 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 Headset Jack You can use this telephone handsfree when you install any VTech 2 5mm headset purchased separately Plug
33. ry 2 Press DELETE You ll hear a confirmation beep Delete All Calls 1 With the handset in idle OFF mode press and hold DELETE The screen displays ERASE ALL NO YES The current choice flashes 2 Press W or A until YES flashes 3 Press SELECT You ll hear a confirmation beep Dial a Displayed Number 1 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 A until DIAL flashes 17 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 prnd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM BASIC OPERATION O MTT Ce BASIC OPERATION Caller ID Operation DIAL PROGRAM SEBSII9S11 M OLDE 4 Press SELECT again The number is automatically dialed 1 2 ol OR When the number is correctly displayed for dialing press PHONE Store a Call History Record in the Directory area code number number only 1 number Locate the record in the call history you want to store in the directory 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 Press SELECT then press A until PROGRAM flashes N DIAL PROGRAM aLe aD O A MOLD e Press SELECT three times The screen displays DIA
34. s to receive an incoming call if call waiting is activated Channel Switch to a clear channel while onacall Delete While handset is in idle mode press and hold to delete all records in the call log When viewing the call log press to delete the current record displayed 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 6md Handset Volume Adjust the volume while on a call A double beep will sound when you reach the maximum or minimum setting Select Use SELECTin conjunc tion with PROG during handset programming End a Call Press OFF OR Place handset in it base Exit Programming Cancel a Page Redial Press PHONE then press RE DIAL PAUSE to call the the last number dialed up to 32 digits OR Press REDIAL PAUSE then press PHONE to call the last number dialed Press REDIAL PAUSE twice to delete the last number dialed Pause Press REDIAL PAUSE to inset a pause when entering num bers Program Enter programming mode with handset idle on hook 12 29 2004 5 27 PM BASIC OPERATION MT T a trl hr s l Telephone Operation Message Waiting Indicator If you subscribe to telephone company voice mail with a visual message waiting signal this light flashes and MESSAGES WAITING displays in the handset screen when you have voice mail waiting Locator Handset Press t
35. set There is a call on hold The battery needs to be recharged The handset is changing to another of the 30 channels available Displays and a sad tone sounds when the base power is off and PHONE is pressed The handset ringer is turned off 10 12 29 2004 5 27 PM izes CO Telephone Memory Your t 2429 cordless phone can store 9 telephone numbers with names up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number for each location in memory locations you assign 1 through 9 NOTES The entries you stored in speed dial memory will be marked with 01 through 09 in the telephone directory Press OFF at any time to exit memory dial mode Store a Number and Name in Memory 1 Press PROG on the handset 2 Press W or A until the screen displays SPEED DIAL 3 Press SELECT The screen displays ENTER 1 9 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 NAME NOTE Take caution when assigning speed dial location numbers 01 09 in memory If the location already has an entry stored the new entry will be stored over the old and it will be deleted Be careful not to save over entries you do not wish to delete from memory If memory is full after press SELECT MEMORY FULL will display with error tones 5 Using the chart below enter up to 15 characters for the name you re storing with the number Use W to backspac
36. sired setting You ll hear a confirmation tone GETTING STARTED Wall Installation on a standard Wall Plate Your t 2429 base unit is designed to mount on a standard telephone wall plate Wall mounting is optional 1 Open the hinged wall mount bracket on the underside of the base then swivel it down and lock it into place as shown in the diagram above 2 Run the power and telephone cords through the slot then connect them to the jacks located on the underside of the base 3 Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet If the battery has not been previously charged place the handset in the base and allow it to charge for 15 hours or overnight Connect the telephone line cord to the wall jack 4 Mount the base on the wall Position the base unit so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket Slide the base unit down on the mounting studs until it locks into place 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM Telephone Operation Handset Operation Answer a Call Press any key except OFF Hold Press to put a call on hold Press again to release hold OR Use the extension phone to pick up the call Make a Call Press PHONE then dial the number OR Dial the number use W to backspace and make corrections then press PHONE to call Flash Call Waiting Access special telephone company subscriber services During a call pres
37. t the product is fit for ordinary use are limited to one year from date of purchase Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you i 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 to use the product or other associated equipment the cost of substitute equipment and claims by third parties resulting from the use of this product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 24 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 4nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM i eo FCC ACTA and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules for the United States It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS 03 of Industry and Science Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registra tion number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN or the IC registration numberand Load Number You must upon request provide this information to your
38. this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in this user manual a the Handset Battery Remove the battery compartment cover on the handset by pressing on the indentation and sliding the cover downward 2 Lift out the old battery and disconnect 3 Align the two holes in the new battery s plug with the socket pins and snap the plug into place Place the battery in the compartment with the wires in the lower left corner along the bottom of the battery 4 Replace the cover by sliding it up into place 5 Replace the cover by sliding it up into place The new battery must be charged before using the phone Place the handset in the base and allow it to charge for at least 24 hours for the first charge The telephone might operate before that but for best performance let the battery charge fully 5 19 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 f nd 12 29 2004 5 27 PM BASIC OPERATION In Case of Difficulty For Customer Service visit us on the web at www vtechphones com or call 1 800 595 9511 Please retain your receipt as your proof of purchase If the phone doesnit work at all check these items first Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the modular jack If the handset does not beep when you press PHONE t
39. waiting service There are fees for caller ID services and they may not be available in all areas This product can provide information only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID service and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment Parts Check List 1 Base Unit 5 Handset 2 Power Adapter 6 Telephone Line Cord 3 Battery 7 Belt Clip 4 Owner s Manual To purchase replacement batteries visit us on the web at www vtechphones com or call VTech Communications Inc at 1 800 595 9511 In Canada call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd at 1 800 267 7377 I is H L i Telephone Line Cord OOD OCOD poo ee OLOGY Base Unit Handset i Battery Belt Clip Owner s Manual English and Spanish 3 91 000132 020 000 t2429 English manual R1 md 12 29 2004 5 27 PM ipa CC Installation Before You Install 1 Choose a location for the base near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack This phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet 110v AC not controlled by a wall switch Plug the AC power adaptor into the electrical outlet and the DC connector to the jack on the bottom of the base unit 2 Install the handset battery Use only the battery provided or recommended by VTech a Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation and sliding downward A b Alig
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