V-tech IP 5825 User manual

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Important Safety Instructions
Whenusingyourtelephoneequipment,basicsafetyprecautionsshouldalwaysbe
followedtoreduce the risk offire,electric shock and injury,includingthe 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
cleaners 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 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.Toprotectitfromoverheating,theseopeningsmustnotbeblocked
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
productshouldnotbeplacedinabuilt-ininstallation where properventilationis
notprovided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicatedon the markinglabel. Ifyou are notsure of thetype of power supply
toyour home,consult your dealer or localpower company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do 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. Toreduce the riskof electric shock,do not disassemble thisproduct, 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 cancause electric shock when theappliance is
subsequentlyused.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk
of fire or electric shock.
12. Unplugthis productfromthewall outletandcontactVTECHunder thefollowing
conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B.If liquid has beenspilled into 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,
because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
willoftenrequireextensiveworkto restore the product to normaloperation.
E.Ifthe product hasbeendropped and thecabinethas been damaged.
F.If the productexhibits a distinctchange in performance.
13. Avoidusing atelephone(otherthanacordlesstype) duringanelectricalstorm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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Important Safety Instructions
14. Donot use thisor any cordlesstelephone to reporta gas leakin the vicinityof
theleak.
VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC.
CUSTOMERSERVICE:1-800-595-9511.InCanada,call VTechTelecommunications
CanadaLtd.at1-800-267-7377.
BEFORE USING YOUR ip 5825 SYSTEM, CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE
PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLAYS.

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Introduction
Theip 5825 isanadvancedcordlesstelephoneset,capable of supporting 2 Hand-
sets.
Thismanualisdesignedtofamiliarize youwiththiscordlesstelephone.Westrongly
recommendyouread the manual beforeusingyourphone.

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Parts Check List
Topurchasereplacement batteries, visituson the webatwww.vtechphones.com
or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech
Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
Note: Use only VTech batteries (part number 80-5380-00-00) or equivalent
AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries.
6.Belt Clips
7.Base Wall MountingBracket
8.ChargerWall Mounting Bracket
9.User’s Manual
10.Battery Cells
1. Base Unit
2.Handsets
3.HandsetCharger
4. Base AC Power Adapter
5.TelephoneLineCord

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1.Antenna
2.Earpiece
3.VolumeControl
4. CID (Scroll Down)
5. On (Flash)
6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)
7.Redial(Pause)
The Handset Layout
8. Speakerphone
9. LCD Display
10.Select(Menu)
11.Phonebook(ScrollUp)
12.Headset jack (2.5mm)
13.Off (Clear)
14.Intercom
15.Mute(Delete)

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1. In Use LED
2.ChargingLED
3.Message Waiting LED
4. Page key
5. DC Connector Jack
6.Telephone Jack
The Base Unit Layout
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
DC 9V 600mA
CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY
CORDLESS TELEPHONE
VTech Cust mer Service 1-800-595-9511
www.vtechph nes.c m
TEL LINE
HAC FCC ID: EW780-5348-02

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Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger
1. PlugtheAC poweradapter intoan electricaloutlet, andthe DCconnector into
the DC connector jack at the bottom of the Base Unit.
Setup
2. Choosethelocation for your HandsetCharger,andplugitspowersupplyintoan
electricaloutlet.
Getting Started
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
DC 9V 600mA
CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY
CORDLESS TELEPHONE
VTech Cust mer Service 1-800-595-9511
www.vtechph nes.c m
TEL LINE
HAC FCC ID: EW780-5348-02

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Getting Started
Setup
Charging of the Handset Battery Cells
TheHandsetofyourcordlesstelephoneispowered
by rechargeable battery cells. It charges automati-
callywhenevertheHandsetisinitschargerorBase
Unit.
You should charge the battery pack for 10-12
hours when you first receive your phone. You
will know the battery pack needs charging when:
• The low battery message is displayed:
• The Handset seems completely dead, the LCD is completely clear and does
not activate when you press the keys.
NOTE: When in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting and
speakerphone features will not work. When your battery has been charged, your
featureswill returnto theirnormal function.
IMPORTANT:
1. Do not dispose of battery cell in a fire, the cell may explode.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery cell. Toxic substances may be released,
causing harm to eyes or skin.
3. Exercisecarein handlingbattery cell in order to prevent an accidental shortof
the charge contacts, potentially causing the battery pack to overheat.
Installation of Battery Cells in Handset
Followthe steps below:
1. Place the new battery cells in the
Handset with the positive and nega-
tive poles aligned in the battery com-
partment.
2. Replace the battery cover by sliding it
upwards.
3. Ifthenew battery cells arenotalready
charged, place the Handset in its
Charger or Base Unit, and allow it to
charge for 10-12 hours. After initial
charge, a maintenance charge of 8
hours should be sufficient.
WARNING: Alkaline batteries must
NOTbe used inyourip 5825 cordless
telephone.Use only the batteries that
came with your phone, or contact our
CustomerSupportCenter (contact in-
formation on page 2) to order addi-
tionalbatteries.

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Getting Started
Setup
IMPORTANT:
FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF
YOURCORDLESSTELEPHONESYSTEM:
1. Choose a central location for your Base
Unit.
2. InstallyourBaseUnitand ExtensionHand-
sets away from electronic equipment, such
as personal computers, television sets
and microwave ovens.
3. In locations where there are multiple
cordless telephones, separate the Base
Units as far away as possible.
4. Install your telephone equipment away
from heat sources and sunlight.
5. Avoidexcessivemoisture, dustor extreme
cold.
4. Do not dispose of this battery cell into household garbage. Please refer to the
information concerning proper battery recycling.
5. Do not charge the battery cell with other electrical devices.
Check Battery Indicator
If you receive a check battery warning, it indicates
one of the following:
1. There are no battery cells in your Handset. You’ll
need to install battery cells into your Handset (see
Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset
section on the previous page.)
2. You have accidentally installed alkaline batteries into the Handset. (Alkaline
batteries must NEVER be used in this phone. See the warning on the previous
page for additional information about batteries for this telephone.)
3. The rechargeable batteries in your Handset need to be replaced by new batteries.
4. The batteries have been installed incorrectly. Please reinstall (see Installation
of Battery Cells in Handset) and/or the diagram in the battery compartment on
the Handset.
Connecting to Phone Line
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the Base Unit.
Then plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack.
Checking for Dial Tone
After the battery is charged, press ON on the Handset. The LCD displays PHONE
andshows a calltimer,andyou will hearadialtone. If not,see In Case of Difficulty.
Tone/Pulse selection
Your phone is preset for tone dialing. See Handset Settings for details.
CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.

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Wall Mounting
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
DC 9V 600mA
CLASS 2 POWER SOURCE ONLY
CORDLESS TELEPHONE
VTech Cust mer Service 1-800-595-9511
www.vtechph nes.c m
TEL LINE
HAC FCC ID: EW780-5348-02
Getting Started
TheWallMountbracketsaredesigned for use on standardwallmountplatesonly.
Wallmountingisoptional.
1. PlugtheACadaptersintoanelectricaloutlet,andtheDCconnectortothebottom
of the Base Unit.
2. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack at the bottom of the Base Unit, and
theother endto thewall jack.
3. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapters with the holes at the bottom of the
Base Unit/back of the Handset Charger. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in
place.
4. MounttheBaseUnit/HandsetChargeronthewall.PositiontheBaseUnit/Handset
Charger so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket.
SlideBaseUnit/Handset Charger down onthemounting studs until itlocksinto
place.

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Handset and Base Indicators
Basic Operation
• Turns on when the microphone is muted.
• Turns on when there are new call log enteries.
• Turns on when the ringer ismuted.
• Lowbattery indicatorand charging indicator.
• On when the phone is off hook.
• Flashes when an extension phone is off hook.
• On when the Handset is charging in the cradle.
• Flashes when the visual message waitingsignalhas been detected.
Service must be subscribed through your local telephone company.
IN USE
CHARGING
MESSAGE
WAITING
Base LEDs
LED Description
Handset Icons
Icon Description
MUTE
NEW
• LED is on when in handsfree mode.
SPEAKER
Handset LEDs
LED Description

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Basic Operation
Handset Operation
Making Calls
• Press ON (or, SPEAKER to use the Handset
Speakerphonefeature). Dial thephone number.
-OR-
• Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or
SPEAKER).
• Press OFF to end your call.
AnsweringCalls
• Press any key except OFF, INT, MUTE, REDIAL/
PAUSE and the softkeys.
• Press OFF to end your call.
How to Adjust the HandsetVolume (also appliesto
theHandsetSpeakerphoneand Headset)
• Thevolumecontrolison the left edgeoftheHand-
set. During a call, press or key to adjust the
listeningvolume to a comfortable level.When you
reachthemaximum or minimum setting,adouble-
beep will sound.
NOTE: The procedure is the same for the Handset
earpiece,SpeakerphoneandHeadset.
Flash Function
• You can use your ip 5825 with services such as
Call Waiting. When you receive a call-waiting sig-
nal, simply press the ON/FLASH key to switch to
thenewcall.PressON/FLASH againtoswitchback
totheoriginalcall.
NOTE: Use ON/FLASH to access other phone
company subscriber services, as described by
your provider.
Redial Funtion
• PressREDIAL/PAUSE todisplaythelasttelephone
number dialed from the Handset (up to 32 digits).
Use or to scroll through the 5 previously di-
aled numbers. When the beginning or the end of
therediallistisreached, a double-beep will sound.
• When thedesirednumberisreached,pressONor
SPEAKERto dial.
• Pressing OFF will exit the redial review list.
NOTE: When the redial memory is empty, and REDIAL is pressed, a double-beep will
sound.
• When the desired entry displays, press DELETE to delete it. A confirmation
tonewill sound.

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Basic Operation
Mute Function
• During an active call, pressing the
MUTE.DELETE keywill disable the micro-
phone. MICROPHONE MUTED will dis-
play briefly. The screen will display:
• Press MUTE.DELETE again to return to
normal 2-way conversation. MICRO-
PHONE ON will display briefly.
Intercom Call
• From the idle (OFF) mode, press INT. The
Handsetwill display:
• The other Handset will ring and the
screen will display:
• Press INT or SPEAKER to answer the
intercom call. The screens will display:
• PressINT or OFF oneitherHandsetto end
thecall.
• NOTE:If the otherHandset is outof range,
or on an external call, when the first hand-
set attempts to intercom it, the display of
the first handset will show:
Call Forward and Call Transfer
Anexternalcallcanbeforwardedortransferred
from one Handset to the other Handset. The
difference between forward and transfer de-
pendsonif the sending Handsetneedstotalk
with the receiving Handset, before the exter-
nal call is actually sent to the other Handset.
Handset Operation

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Basic Operation
Call Transfer
• A Handset (HS1) on an external call can forward it to the other Handset (HS2)
by pressing the INT key.
NOTE:The externalcall is put on holdautomatically.
• HS2 will ring, showing an intercom call.
• HS2 can answer the intercom call by pressing ON.
• HS1 and HS2 can discuss the external call.
• PressOFF onHS1totransfertheexternalcalltotheother Handset.
• HS2 is now on the external call. CALL TRANSFERRED will display on HS1
briefly.
NOTE:If there is noansweronHS2, then HS1 canbereconnectedto the held call
by pressing ON to reconnect to the external call.
Conference Call
It is possible to establish a conference be-
tweentwo Handsets andtheexternal line.
If a Handset already has a connection to the
externalline, and theother Handset goesoff-
hook,aconferenceisimmediatelyestablished.
Both Handsets will show:
Base Operation
From the Base Unit, you can use the PAGE
key to locate the Handsets.
• When the Handset is in idle, press PAGE.
TheHandsets will display:
• To end the page at the Base, press PAGE
again.
• ToMute the pageToneat the Handset,
press OFF.
Call Forward
• A Handset (HS1), on an external call can
forward it to the other Handset (HS2), by
pressing and holding the INT key. The
display of HS1 will initially show:
• HS2 can press ON to answer the call.
NOTE: If HS2 does not respond in about 30
seconds, the external call will be returned to
HS1 and the display will show:
If the returned call is not answered within 30
seconds, the external call will end automati-
cally.
Handset Operation

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Basic Operation
Phonebook Operation
>STORE
REVIEW
PHONE BOOK
IS FULL
ENTER NUMBER
800-595-9511
ENTER NAME
_
Yourip 5825 canstoreupto50 numberswith namesinmemory. Eachmemory location
canhold up to 32digitsfor the number and16characters for the name.
NOTE: The Handsets share a common phonebook, which is stored in the Base. This
meansthat entries insertedby one Handsetare available forbothHandsets, and ifone
deletesaphonebook entry, it will disappear from both Handsets.
Whenone Handset isaccessing the phonebook, theother Handset cannotaccessit at
thesame time.Ifthis isattempted,NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME will displayon the
secondHandset.
Storing a New Entry
• PressSEL.
• With Phonebook selected, press
SELagain.
• Press to select STORE. Press
SEL.
• You will be prompted to ENTER
NUMBER. Use the dialing keys to
enter the number you wish to store
in the phonebook. Press the MUTE.
DEL key to backspace and make
corrections. Press SEL.
• Youwill then be prompted toENTER
NAME. Use the dialing keys to spell
thename. PressSEL.
• Youwillhear aconfirmationtone, and
thenew phonebook entry willdisplay
briefly.
NOTES:
• If the phonebook is full, the Handset
willdisplayPHONEBOOKISFULL.
• Youcan also press REDIAL.PAUSE
then or toscrollto thepreviously
dialednumber from the rediallist you
wanttostorein thephonebook.Press
SEL.
• While entering numbers, press and
holdREDIAL.PAUSEtoaddpausesif
necessary.
• If there is a duplicate number in the
phonebook,the display will show: NUMBER ALREADY
IN PHONE BOOK

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Basic Operation
Phonebook Operation
Characters by number of key presses
Key 123456789
space 1
ABC2abc
DEF3def
GHI4ghi
JKL5jk l
MNO6mn o
PQRS7p q r s
TUV8 t uv
WXYZ9wxyz
0?!/()
#',-.&
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
#
Eachpress of aparticular key causescharactersto be displayedin the followingorder:
Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook
• Press SEL. With Phonebook in the first line,
press SEL again.With the REVIEW in the first
line,pressSEL again.
- OR -
WiththeHandsetidle,press andtheHandset
jumpsdirectlyintothephonebookreviewmode.
Thefirstphonebook entry will be displayed.
• Scrollthrough the phonebookentries using
or keys or enter first character of the name
to be searched (using the digit keys) and
continuenavigatingusingthe or asscroll
keys, until you reach the entry to be dialed.
NOTE: When reviewing the phonebook, the
second line of the display will show the phone
number, up to 16 digits. For numbers longer
than 16 digits, only the first 13 digits will be
shown.Press or#toscrollthephonenumber
tosee the additionaldigits.
• Press ON or SPEAKERPHONE, to dial the
number.
NOTE: If there are no entries in the phonebook,
VTech
595-9511
VTech Com
800-595-9511
PHONE 00:00:10
VTech Com
VTech Com
800-595-9511

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Basic Operation
Phonebook Operation
when it is accessed, PHONEBOOK IS EMPTY
willdisplay.
Editing a Phonebook Entry
• Follow the two steps in Reviewing/Dialing
from the phonebook (onpage 16) to reach
theentrytobeedited.
• PressSEL.
• Press MUTE.DEL to backspace then enter
the correct number. Press and hold
REDIAL.PAUSE toaddpauses ifnecessary.
Youcanalso pressREDIAL.PAUSE,then
or toscrolltothe previouslydialednumber
fromrediallist which you want to store in the
phonebook.Press SEL.
• Press SEL to confirm the number and enter
nameeditmode.
• Press MUTE.DEL to backspace and usethe
digit keys to enter the correct name.
• Press SEL to confirm the change. A
confirmationtone will sound.
Delete a Phonebook Entry
• Follow the two steps in Reviewing/Dialing
from the Phone Book (onpage16) to reach
theentryto be deleted.
• Press MUTE.DEL to delete theentry.
Aconfirmation tone willsound.
• TheHandsetwillthen moveto thenext entry,
if any.
EDIT NUMBER
800-595-9511
EDIT NAME
VTech
VTech
595-9511
VTech Com
800-595-9511
VTech
595-9511

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Basic Operation
Calls Log (Caller ID - CallWaiting)
Caller ID - Call Waiting ID
Your ip 5825 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party
calling before you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying
Caller ID information in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Wait-
ing Caller ID). With Call Waiting Caller ID, the Caller ID data is displayed so you
can decide whether to answer the incoming call, or continue with your current
conversation. Your ip 5825 can hold up to 50 CID entries.
NOTESABOUT CALLERID &CALLWAITING CALLERID
Thesearesubscriptionservices,provided by most regional telephoneservice
providers. You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits of these
features. If you do not subscribe to Caller ID services, you can still use
your ip 5825 andthe otherfeatures itoffers.
Duetoregional incompatibilities, Caller ID information maynotbeavailablefor
every call you receive. In addition, the calling party may intentionally block
theirnameand/orphonenumberfrom being sent.
VTech
• Asnew CallerID/Call WaitingID records are
received,yourHandsetdisplayswillalertyou
to the new Caller ID records, for example:
• After you review all new Caller ID records,
theNEW call indicationwill be turnedoff and
the screen will show:
• Ifthe call logisfull, the oldestentry is deleted
to make room for the new call. If the call log
is empty when you try to enter to Call Log
review,a message of the followingmessage
is displayed:
Reviewing Caller ID
YoucanreviewthecallerIDrecordviathe menu,
asdescribed below or bypressing the key in
idle (quick access key) whereby the Handset
jumps directly to the Caller ID review.
• In idle mode, press SEL to enter the menu.
• Press key to scroll to CALL LOG option.
VTech

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Basic Operation
VTech Com
Calls Log (Caller ID - CallWaiting)
• PressSELagain.Use or toscrollthrough
theCall Logentries.
• When the beginning or the end of the Call Log
is reached, a happy tone will sound.
NOTE: ‘!’ symbol in the right hand side of the first
line indicates the call is not yet reviewed.
Storing a Caller ID
• FollowthestepsinReviewingCaller IDtoscroll
to the record to be stored.
• To view alternate dialing sequences, press the
#keyrepeatedly.Thescreen will cycle through
the various dialing options (1 + area code +
number, area code + number, 1 + number,
number only.) Press SEL to store the dis-
played number.
• If the Caller ID does not contain a name, you
will be prompted to EDIT NAME. Use the digit
keys to spell the name. If you make a mistake,
press the DELETE key to backspace. When
finished, press SEL.
• Youwillhearahappytonethenthescreenwilldisplay:
• If the Caller ID isn't able to detect a name,
ENTER NAME will be prompted. If unable to
detect the number, ENTER NUMBER will be
prompted. You will then need to add the name
or the number.
• If the phone number already exists in the
phonebook, the entry will not be stored, and
the screen will show:
• If the phonebook is full, the screen will show:
• If both name and number are missing, for ex-
ampleas in aprivate listing, therequest will be
rejected with the message:
Dialing from Caller ID
• Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to
scroll to the entry to be dialed.
VTech Com

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Basic Operation
Calls Log (Caller ID - CallWaiting)
Deleting Caller ID
• Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to
scroll to the record to be deleted.
• PressDELETE keytodeletethedesiredrecord.
Aconfirmtone willsoundandthe previousCaller
ID record will be displayed on the screen.
• To delete all the Caller ID records, press and
hold the DELETE key. The screen will ask you
DELETE ALL CALLS? Press SEL for confir-
mation. Or, press OFF to return to the CID
record previously displayed.
VTech Com
• To change how the number will be dialed,
(1 + area code + number, area code + num-
ber, 1 + number, number only.) press # re-
peatedly. The screen will cycle through the
dialing options. Press ON or SPEAKER key
to dial the number.