V-tech 18450 User manual

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Model:
VTech 18450
User Guide

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INTRODUCTION
To your VTech 18450 Cordless Phone with Answering
Machine
• Phonebook - Up to 70 phonebook entries are shared
between the handsets.
• Calling Number Display* - Lets you see who’s calling.
Your phone stores details of the last 30 callers in the
Call List.
• Call Block list - Lets you store up to 50 call numbers
that you want to reject automatically.
• Answering machine - Up to 30 minutes digital
recording time and helpful voice prompts.
* IMPORTANT
You need to subscribe to a Network Calling Number
Display service to be able to see the caller’s number or
name when called, or in the Calls List.
This User Guide provides you with all the information
you need to get the most from your phone. Before you
make your rst call, you will need to set up your phone.

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The package contains the following items:
• VTech 18450 handset
• VTech 18450 base unit
• VTech 18450 charger unit
• Power adaptor
• Telephone line cord and adaptor
• Battery compartment cover
• 3 x AAA rechargeable batteries
• User guide
If you have purchased a multi-handset pack there will be
an extra handset, charger, power adaptor, and three AAA
rechargeable batteries for each additional handset.

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TABLE OF CONTENT
Important safety instructions 9
Getting started 13
Location 13
Handset Overview 14
Base Overview 17
Display Icons Overview 18
Main Menu Structure 20
Connect 22
Install the Handset Battery 24
Charge the Batteries 25
Keystroke Table 25
Navigating the Handset Menu 25
Telephone operation 26
Make a Call 26
Call from the Phonebook 26
Speakerphone 26
Volume Boost 27
Search Alphabetically for Phonebook Entries 27
Call from the Call Log 27
Call from the Redial List 28
Answer a Call 28

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Adjust Earpiece and Speakerphone Volume 28
Temporary Ringer Silencing 29
End a Call 29
Call Timer 29
Redial 30
Chain Dialing 31
Find the Handset (Paging) 32
Internal Calls 33
Telephone settings 35
Date and Time Settings 35
Handset Settings 36
Base Settings 38
Call log 40
View the Call Log 40
Store a Call Log Number into the Phonebook 41
Delete an Entry in the Call Log 41
Delete All Entries of the Call Log 41
View the Details of a Call Entry 41
Phonebook 42
Store a Number Entry in the Phonebook 42
Entering Names 43
Writing Tips 43
Review an Entry 43

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Dial an Entry 44
Search a Phonebook Entry Alphabetically 44
Edit a Phonebook Entry 44
Delete a Phonebook Entry 44
Delete All Phonebook Entries 45
Check phonebook capacity 45
Speed dial 46
Assign a Speed Dial Number from the Directory 46
VIP list 47
Review a VIP Entry 47
Delete a VIP Entry 47
Delete All VIP Entries 47
Check VIP list capacity 48
Call Guard 49
Set Block Mode 49
Block Private or Unavailable Calls 50
Add a Block List Entry 50
Review Block List Entries 51
Edit a Block List Entry 51
Delete a Block List Entry 52
Delete all Block List Entries 52

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Answering system 53
Answer On/Off 53
Message Playback 54
Delete All Messages 54
Record, Play, or Delete Memos 55
Announcement 55
Number of Rings 57
Recording Time 57
Remote Access Setting 58
Change Remote Access PIN Code 58
Voice Guide 58
Call Screening 59
Call Intercept 59
Remote Access 60
Direct Memory Keys 61
SOS Emergency Calls 62
Reminder Alarm 66
Talking Digits 67
Calling Number Display Announce 67

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Add Sensor/Devices 68
Add a new Sensor/Device 69
Test Sensor/Device Signal Strength 70
Sensor operations 71
Sensor mode 71
Arm/Disarm the sensor alert system 72
Sensor announcement 73
Specic device operations 75
Doorbell 75
Extension Ringer 78
Sensor/Device Monitoring 79
General product care 81
Frequently asked questions 82
General information 83
Replacing the handset batteries 83
Safety 83
Cleaning 84
Environmental 85
How many telephones can you have? 85
Customer service & Product warranty 86

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of re, 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 such as near a
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or a
swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf,
stand or other unstable surfaces.
6. Avoid placing the telephone system in places
with extreme temperature, direct sunlight, or
other electrical devices. Protect your phone from
moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and fumes.
7. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the
telephone base 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.

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8. 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 or ofce, consult your dealer or local power
company.
9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Do not install this product where the cord may be
walked on.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product
through the slots in the telephone base or handset
because they may touch dangerous voltage points
or create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
11. 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 telephone base or handset other
than specied access doors may expose you
to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembling can cause electric shock when the
product is subsequently used.
12. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
13. 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 operation

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instructions. 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.
• If the product has been dropped and the telephone
base and/or handset has been damaged.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
14.Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during
an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
15. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the
vicinity of the leak. Under certain circumstances,
a spark may be created when the adapter is
plugged into the power outlet, or when the handset
is replaced in its cradle. This is a common event
associated with the closing of any electrical circuit.
The user should not plug the phone into a power
outlet, and should not put a charged handset into
the cradle, if the phone is located in an environment
containing concentrations of ammable or ame-
supporting gases, unless there is adequate
ventilation. A spark in such an environment could
create a re or explosion. Such environments might
include: medical use of oxygen without adequate
ventilation; industrial gases (cleaning solvents;
gasoline vapours; etc.); a leak of natural gas; etc.
16. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your
ear when it is in normal talk mode.
17. Use only the adapters included with this product.
Incorrect adapter polarity or voltage can seriously
damage the product.

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Base unit adapter: Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz,
Output: 6V DC, 450mA
Charger adapter: Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz,
Output: 6V DC, 450mA
18. The power adapter is intended to be correctly
oriented in a vertical or oor mount position. The
prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it
is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet
outlet.
19. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall
be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
20. Telephone receivers produce magnetic elds that
can attract small metallic objects such as pins or
staples. To avoid injury, do not place the handset
where such objects can be picked up.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Battery
• CAUTION: Use Only Supplied Batteries.
• Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. Check with
local waste management codes for special disposal
instructions.
• Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury
to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if
swallowed.
• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to
create a short circuit with conductive materials.
• Charge the batteries provided with or identified for
use with this product only in accordance with the
instructions and limitations specified in this manual.

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LOCATION
Place your VTech 18450 within 2 metres of the mains
power socket and telephone socket so that the cables
will reach.
Make sure it is at least 1 metre away from other electrical
appliances to avoid interference. Your VTech 18450 works
by sending radio signals between the base and handset.
The strength of the signal depends on where you locate
the base. Putting it as high as possible ensures the best
signal.
The maximum range between the base station and the
handset is approximately 300 metres.
GETTING STARTED

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HANDSET OVERVIEW
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1 – CHARGE light
• On when the handset is charging.
2 – Handset earpiece
3 – LCD display
4 – Direct memory keys (M1/M2/M3/M4)
• When idle, press to dial a preset memory number
stored on the respective key.

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5 – MENU/OK
• Show the menu.
• While in a menu, press to select an item, or save
an entry or setting.
6 – TALK / SPEAKER
• Make or answer a call.
• During a call, press to switch between earpiece
and speakerphone mode.
7 – REDIAL
• Review the redial list when the handset is not in use.
• Scroll up while in a menu, or in the phonebook,
call log, call block list or redial list.
• Move the cursor to the left when entering
numbers or names.
PHONEBOOK
• Review the phonebook when the handset is not in use.
• Scroll down while in a menu, or in the phonebook,
call log, or redial list.
• Move the cursor to the right when entering
numbers or names.
8 – ALPHANUMERICAL KEYPAD
• Press and hold for 3 seconds to arm (turn on) or
disarm (turn off) the sensor alerts system.
• Press to enter when dialing or inputting numbers.
• Press to enter when dialing or inputting numbers.
• During a call: Press to activate Recall for use with
Telephone Network Services such as Call Waiting
during a call.

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9 – MICROPHONE
10 – / SOS
• Press to enhance the clarity and loudness of the
caller’s voice during a call.
• When idle, press and hold to start calling the
SOS numbers according to Emergency calling
sequence set.
• While in SOS calling mode, press and hold to
cancel the SOS call.
11 – VOL
• Increase the listening volume during a call.
• Decrease the listening volume during a call.
12 – C/INT/BACK
• Delete digits or characters while editing numbers
or names.
• In menu mode press to step back to previous
menu.
• In idle mode press to intercom other handsets.
13 – OFF
• Hang up a call.
• Silence the ringer temporarily while the handset
is ringing.
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Press and hold to erase the missed call indicator
while the phone is not in use.
• Press to return to idle mode.
14 – EQUALIZER
• Switch to toggle between three equalizer levels.

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BASE OVERVIEW
1 – CHARGE light
• Light on when the base is powered on.
• Flashes when the base is in registration mode.
2 – PAGE KEY
• In idle mode: Press to page all system handsets.
• In idle mode: Press and hold for about 6 seconds
to enter the handset registration mode.
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DISPLAY ICONS OVERVIEW
Handset display icons
displays when there the signal strength
is strong.
displays when there the signal strength is
moderate.
displays when there the signal strength is
weak.
There are new Call log entries.
On when the home line is in use or there is
an incoming home call.
Flashes when there is an incoming home
waiting call.
On when the speaker mode is on during a call.
On when any call guard, block mode, or
calls without number is enabled.
Display in the call log for the blocked call entry.

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The handset ringer is off.
The battery icon flashes when the battery
is low and needs charging.
The battery icon animates when the battery
is charging.
The battery icon becomes solid when the
battery is fully charged.
The answering system is turned on.
There are new voicemail received from your
telephone service provider.
On when an alarm is set.
Flashes when an alarm set is reached.
On when audio booster is activated
(in earpiece mode).
Off when audio booster is deactivated.
Only applicable when you register VS001/
VS002/VS003 sensor(s) to your 18450:
On when armed in home mode.
Off when disarmed in home mode.
Only applicable when you register VS001/
VS002/VS003 sensor(s) to your 18450:
On when armed in away mode.
Off when disarmed in away mode.

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MAIN MENU STRUCTURE
When the handset is switched on and in idle mode:
1. Press MENU/OK when the handset is not in use.
2. Press / until the screen displays the desired
feature menu.
3. Press MENU/OK to enter that menu.
• To return to the previous menu, press C/INT/BACK.
• To return to idle mode, press OFF.
ANS. SYS CALL LOG
DELETE OLD
MEMO
TAM ON/OFF
SET TAM
VOICEGUIDE
Under a entry:
DETAILS
ADD TO PB
ADD TO BLIST
DELETE
DELETE ALL
PHONEBOOK
ALL SPEED DIAL VIP
Under an entry:
ADD
VIEW
EDIT
DELETE
DELETE ALL
ADD VIP
ADD TO SD
STATUS
Under an entry:
VIEW
EDIT
DELETE
Under an entry:
VIEW
EDIT
DELETE
DELETE ALL
STATUS