V-tech T2451 - 2.4 GHz Analog Cordless Phone User manual

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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. o not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. o not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen
sink, or swimming pool).
5. o not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided
for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not
be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or
heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation
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 to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8. o not allow anything to rest on the power cord. o not locate this product
where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots 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 cabinet
parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock
when the appliance is subsequently used.
11. o not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in
the risk of fire or electric shock.
Important Safety Instructions

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an
authorized service facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
C. 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, because improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by an
authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
14. o not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Important Safety Instructions
If you have questions about this product,
or if you're having difficulty with setup or
operation, do not return your phone to the
store. Call our Customer Support Center
at:
1 800 595 9511
In Canada, call
1 800 267 7377

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Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Dual Band transmission combines the best
of 2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over
standard cordless telephones.
About aller Identification ( aller ID)
This product has a Caller I with Call Waiting feature that works with
service from your local phone service provider.
Caller I 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 I and Call Waiting, but as separate services
(you may need combined service)
 You have only Caller I service, or only Call Waiting service.
 You dont subscribe to any Caller I or Call Waiting services.
You can use this product with regular Caller I service, and you can use this products
other features without subscribing to either Caller I or combined Caller I with Call
Waiting service.
There are fees for Caller I 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 I service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment.
Before You Begin

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1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. AC Power Adaptor
4. Telephone Line Cord
5. Battery Pack
6. Belt Clip
7. Users Manual
To purchase replacement battery packs, 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 Begin

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Getting Started
Before You Install
1 hoose 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.
2 Install the Handset battery.
Use only VTech battery.
Installation
a)Remove battery
compartment cover
by pressing on the
indentation and
sliding downward.
b)Align the two holes in the plug with the
socket pins, then snap the plug into
place.
c)Place the Battery Pack in the
compartment with the wires in the lower
right corner. Angle the top of the Battery
Pack under the top claws first, then snap
the bottom of the pack in. Place the
wires under the guide, located below
the Battery Pack.
d)Replace cover by sliding it up into place.

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Getting Started
3 Attach Belt lip to the cordless Handset (optional).
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
To attach
Standard
electrical outlet
Modular
telephone
jack
After charging the Battery
Pack for 12 hours, connect
the telephone line cord.
To remove
Installation
Connect the power cord.

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Getting Started
Installation
4 harge the Handset Battery.
Place the Handset in the Base. Charge the battery for at least 12 hours the
first time.
5 heck for Dial Tone.
After the batteries are charged, pick up the handset and press PHONE; you
should hear a dial tone.
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.
 Press PROG/CHAN on the Handset to enter programming mode.
 Press or until the screen displays DIAL MODE: and the
currently selected mode.
 Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.
 Press to select TONE or PULSE.
 Press SELECT to save the displayed mode.
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 Caller ID service, you can set the date and time manually.
 Press PROG/CHAN, and then press or until DATE/TIME is displayed.
Press SELECT.
 The month is flashing. Press or until the screen displays the correct month.
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 correct minute.
Press SELECT.
AM or PM is flashing. Press or to choose between AM or P M .
Press SELECT.
8 Set Language Mode
 Press PROG/CHAN, and then press or until LANGUAGE is displayed.
Press SELECT.
 The current setting blinks.Press or until the screen displays the correct
language English, Espanol or French ).
Press SELE T to save the language mode.

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Getting Started
Wall Mounting
You can obtain a wall mounting accessory by calling 1-800-595-9511. In Canada,
call 1-800-267-7377.
The Wall Mount bracket is designed for use on standard Wall Mount plates only.
1. Line up the tabs on the wall mount bracket with the slots on the bottom of the
Base Unit. Snap the bracket firmly in place.
2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet, and the C connector to the
Base. If the battery pack has not been previously charged, place the Hand-
set in the cradle, and allow it to charge for 12 hours.
3. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the Base, and the other end
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.
a) Align holes on bracket with
mounting studs on wall plate.
b) Slide bracket down on studs
until it locks into place.
Installation

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Basic Operation
Telephone Operation
End a all
Press OFF
OR
Place Handset
in Base.
Exit
programming.
ancel a page.
Hold
Press to put a call
on hold. Press
again to release
hold, OR Lift the
Handset of an
extension.
Answer a Call
Press any key
except OFF.
Program / Channel
Switch to a clearer channel while on a call.
Redial
Press PHONE, then press
REDIAL/PAUSE to call last
number iale (up to 32 igits).
Make a all
Press PHONE, then
dial the number
OR ial the number
(use to backspace
and correct digits), then
press PHONE to call.
Flash/ all Waiting
Access special
telephone company
subscriber services.
Memory
Press MEM to
program and access
names and numbers in
Telephone Memory.
Handset Volume
While on a call, adjust
volume of what you
hear. A double beep
will sound,4when
reach maximum or
minimum.
Select
Use SELECT in
conjunction with
PROG/CHAN
during Handset
programming.
Enter programming mode with
Handset idle(on hook)
OR
Press REDIAL/PAUSE,
then press PHONE to call
last number iale .
Press REDIAL/PAUSE twice
to elete the last number
iale recor with Han set
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Basic Operation
Page/Handset Locator
Press to page the Handset for up to
60 seconds. Press again to cancel,
or press OFF on Handset or place
Handset in Base.
Telephone Operation
In Use/ harging
Flashes in cadence with the inbound ringing.
Flashes slowly when the Handset is in use.
Flashes rapidly when a call is on hold.
Glows steadily when the Handset is charging.