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... you with setup or operation, do not return your phone. Using additional Handsets, up to a maximum of supporting up to three people can be conferenced on a call (2 Handsets and the Base Speakerphone), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call VTech Communications Inc. STOP!! This manual is capable of 6 Handsets. To order additional system Handsets (model# VT 5820), battery packs, or headsets, call , while two other extensions can be talking internally, using your phone to...
... you with setup or operation, do not return your phone. Using additional Handsets, up to a maximum of supporting up to three people can be conferenced on a call (2 Handsets and the Base Speakerphone), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call VTech Communications Inc. STOP!! This manual is capable of 6 Handsets. To order additional system Handsets (model# VT 5820), battery packs, or headsets, call , while two other extensions can be talking internally, using your phone to...
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Belt Clip 7. Owner's Manual 10. In Canada, call VTech Communications Inc. Base AC Power Adapter 5. Base Wall Mounting Bracket 8. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 9. at 1-800-595-9511. Handset Charger 4. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Electronics Ltd. Parts Check List 1. Handset Base Unit Base Wall Mounting Bracket Battery Pack Handset Charger Base AC Power Adapter Charger Wall Mounting Bracket OWNER’S MANUAL Telephone Line Cord Belt Clip Owner’s Manual 4 Telephone Line Cord 6. Base Unit 2. Handset 3. at 1-800-...
Belt Clip 7. Owner's Manual 10. In Canada, call VTech Communications Inc. Base AC Power Adapter 5. Base Wall Mounting Bracket 8. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 9. at 1-800-595-9511. Handset Charger 4. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Electronics Ltd. Parts Check List 1. Handset Base Unit Base Wall Mounting Bracket Battery Pack Handset Charger Base AC Power Adapter Charger Wall Mounting Bracket OWNER’S MANUAL Telephone Line Cord Belt Clip Owner’s Manual 4 Telephone Line Cord 6. Base Unit 2. Handset 3. at 1-800-...
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If the new battery pack is not already charged, place the Handset in its charger. This Handset is installed, the Handset will automatically begin SEARCHING FOR BASE (if previously registered), or it will prompt you press the keys. 8 Charging of the Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your VT5831 cordless telephone is in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, etc. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is powered by pressing on the indent and sliding...
If the new battery pack is not already charged, place the Handset in its charger. This Handset is installed, the Handset will automatically begin SEARCHING FOR BASE (if previously registered), or it will prompt you press the keys. 8 Charging of the Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your VT5831 cordless telephone is in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, etc. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is powered by pressing on the indent and sliding...
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... not dispose of the Base Unit. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. The Phone icon will hear dial tone. See BASE SETTINGS for tone dialing. Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into household garbage. Choose a central location for your telephone. Checking for dial tone After the battery is preset for details. Tone/Pulse selection Your VT5831 is charged press ON on the Handset display, and you will appear...
... not dispose of the Base Unit. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. The Phone icon will hear dial tone. See BASE SETTINGS for tone dialing. Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into household garbage. Choose a central location for your telephone. Checking for dial tone After the battery is preset for details. Tone/Pulse selection Your VT5831 is charged press ON on the Handset display, and you will appear...
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... intercom call. For example, 02 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an intercom call . Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the ringer is in use. E Enhanced Mode indicator On steady when active Handset is turned off. H Hold indicator On steady when the line is removed from the charger, this lets you know the level of charge in an area with no number next to EMPTY ( ). Flashes when a low battery condition is searching for the Base Unit...
... intercom call. For example, 02 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an intercom call . Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the ringer is in use. E Enhanced Mode indicator On steady when active Handset is turned off. H Hold indicator On steady when the line is removed from the charger, this lets you know the level of charge in an area with no number next to EMPTY ( ). Flashes when a low battery condition is searching for the Base Unit...
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... Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the Base ringer is charging in use. • Flashes when HOLD function is activated. 15 Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company. Battery indicator Cycles (Low, Medium and Full) when a battery pack is turned off. BASIC OPERATION Handset LEDs LED Description Handset and Base Indicators Message Waiting • Blinks to indicate that you have new voicemail messages. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company • Lights when line...
... Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the Base ringer is charging in use. • Flashes when HOLD function is activated. 15 Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company. Battery indicator Cycles (Low, Medium and Full) when a battery pack is turned off. BASIC OPERATION Handset LEDs LED Description Handset and Base Indicators Message Waiting • Blinks to indicate that you have new voicemail messages. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company • Lights when line...
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...) mode, press MENU key to access the following options: • CALLS LOG (Caller ID) • INTERCOM • HANDSET SETTINGS • SET TIME • CLOCK MODE • REGISTER Use the scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK. BASE UNIT MENU With the Base Unit in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU to access the following options: • CALL LOG (Caller ID) • BASE SETTINGS Press the CLEAR key to the idle screen. BASIC OPERATION • Using the...
...) mode, press MENU key to access the following options: • CALLS LOG (Caller ID) • INTERCOM • HANDSET SETTINGS • SET TIME • CLOCK MODE • REGISTER Use the scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK. BASE UNIT MENU With the Base Unit in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU to access the following options: • CALL LOG (Caller ID) • BASE SETTINGS Press the CLEAR key to the idle screen. BASIC OPERATION • Using the...
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... saving, see TO EDIT A NUMBER. Deleting CID Records To delete the displayed Caller ID record, press CID, then DEL. For example, if the original number in , the oldest records are automatically deleted to make selection, and then press DIAL, ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number. When the correct dialing option is provided in Caller ID memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be saved into Speed Dial Memory. If you press ALL, the...
... saving, see TO EDIT A NUMBER. Deleting CID Records To delete the displayed Caller ID record, press CID, then DEL. For example, if the original number in , the oldest records are automatically deleted to make selection, and then press DIAL, ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number. When the correct dialing option is provided in Caller ID memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be saved into Speed Dial Memory. If you press ALL, the...
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Use the scroll keys to select language, then press OK to make your selection. The Handset will be prompted to enter the 15-digit Base ID code. NOTE: Base ID codes are 15 digits long and can register a total of the Handset display. Handset Settings BASIC OPERATION Register REMINDER: The Handset that comes with your VT5831 Base is powered up in range of the VT5831 Base. After entering this option to change the display from English...
Use the scroll keys to select language, then press OK to make your selection. The Handset will be prompted to enter the 15-digit Base ID code. NOTE: Base ID codes are 15 digits long and can register a total of the Handset display. Handset Settings BASIC OPERATION Register REMINDER: The Handset that comes with your VT5831 Base is powered up in range of the VT5831 Base. After entering this option to change the display from English...
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... hearing aid users) TREBLE - Pressing SOUND SELECT repeatedly will cycle you can adjust the quality of the Handset. Low Frequency sounds enhanced MID - High Frequency sounds enhanced 31 ADVANCED OPERATION Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the recommended setting for the Handset earpiece and Speakerphone. During a call simply press the Volume UP or DOWN keys to best suit your hearing. Handset and Base Operation How...
... hearing aid users) TREBLE - Pressing SOUND SELECT repeatedly will cycle you can adjust the quality of the Handset. Low Frequency sounds enhanced MID - High Frequency sounds enhanced 31 ADVANCED OPERATION Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the recommended setting for the Handset earpiece and Speakerphone. During a call simply press the Volume UP or DOWN keys to best suit your hearing. Handset and Base Operation How...
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... speakerphone mode) to indicate a call is placed on the Base (when in Speakerphone mode), will flash to flash the line. 32 ADVANCED OPERATION Press MUTE key again to return to the call on hold . You have 30 seconds to return to place a call , press the ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) key. However, with services such as Call Waiting. Flash Function You can use your VT5831 will display CALL ON HOLD RING BACK! Handset and Base Operation NATURAL - The SPEAKERPHONE LED will disable...
... speakerphone mode) to indicate a call is placed on the Base (when in Speakerphone mode), will flash to flash the line. 32 ADVANCED OPERATION Press MUTE key again to return to the call on hold . You have 30 seconds to return to place a call , press the ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) key. However, with services such as Call Waiting. Flash Function You can use your VT5831 will display CALL ON HOLD RING BACK! Handset and Base Operation NATURAL - The SPEAKERPHONE LED will disable...
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... screen. Line in Use Indication On the Handset : When the telephone line is currently being used by a VT5831 Handset or the Base, a status message similar to this service, and you have handsfree conversations. When a parallel set (a telephone device other than the VT5831 on the same line); the phone icon will remain on steadily, and EXTENSION IN USE will be replaced by a fully charged spare battery. The status message LOW BATTERY will display on idle Handset...
... screen. Line in Use Indication On the Handset : When the telephone line is currently being used by a VT5831 Handset or the Base, a status message similar to this service, and you have handsfree conversations. When a parallel set (a telephone device other than the VT5831 on the same line); the phone icon will remain on steadily, and EXTENSION IN USE will be replaced by a fully charged spare battery. The status message LOW BATTERY will display on idle Handset...
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... ringing Handset or Base can directly transfer any incoming call . After you play all of an active call to place your new messages, the Message Waiting indicators will now be displayed in the Base Unit charger (if applicable). See Handset and Base Unit Layouts, pages 5 and 6, for the location of supporting conference calls with two or more extension numbers will detect a VMWI signal and activate Message Waiting lights on the VT5831 system from the Base Unit charger (if applicable). Conference Calling The...
... ringing Handset or Base can directly transfer any incoming call . After you play all of an active call to place your new messages, the Message Waiting indicators will now be displayed in the Base Unit charger (if applicable). See Handset and Base Unit Layouts, pages 5 and 6, for the location of supporting conference calls with two or more extension numbers will detect a VMWI signal and activate Message Waiting lights on the VT5831 system from the Base Unit charger (if applicable). Conference Calling The...
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... cordless Handset. The plug should snap securely into place. Many compatible headsets have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on either ear, leaving one ear free for hands-free operation. To purchase a Headset, call VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to use with an optional accessory Headset for room conversation. Align the pins on the inside edge of the VT5831 Handset. The belt clip should fit securely...
... cordless Handset. The plug should snap securely into place. Many compatible headsets have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on either ear, leaving one ear free for hands-free operation. To purchase a Headset, call VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to use with an optional accessory Headset for room conversation. Align the pins on the inside edge of the VT5831 Handset. The belt clip should fit securely...
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... . • Make sure the telephone line cord is shown, the battery pack needs charging. Either move closer to another outlet. Try moving the Base Unit to the Base, or relocate the Base Unit. • The layout of the other phones. 38 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Make sure the power cord is plugged in your wiring or local service. To set the ringer, see HANDSET SETTINGS and BASE SETTINGS. • Make sure the telephone line cord is no dial tone on...
... . • Make sure the telephone line cord is shown, the battery pack needs charging. Either move closer to another outlet. Try moving the Base Unit to the Base, or relocate the Base Unit. • The layout of the other phones. 38 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Make sure the power cord is plugged in your wiring or local service. To set the ringer, see HANDSET SETTINGS and BASE SETTINGS. • Make sure the telephone line cord is no dial tone on...
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... limited warranty period ("Materially Defective Product")? • During the limited warranty period, VTECH's authorized service representative will repair ot replace at VTECH's option, is caused by use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we repair this product, we may replace it with non-VTECH electrical accessories; If we choose to replace this product, we may use with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design...
... limited warranty period ("Materially Defective Product")? • During the limited warranty period, VTECH's authorized service representative will repair ot replace at VTECH's option, is caused by use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we repair this product, we may replace it with non-VTECH electrical accessories; If we choose to replace this product, we may use with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design...
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...Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from the line network until the problem has been corrected. Operation is subject to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. FCC Part 15 Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit ...could void the user's authority to which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. For repair/warranty information. FCC...
...Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from the line network until the problem has been corrected. Operation is subject to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. FCC Part 15 Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit ...could void the user's authority to which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. For repair/warranty information. FCC...
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... specifications were met. If you do , please keep three things in these locations. This is not recommended. However, if you do make changes in Canada. IC (Industry Canada) This telephone is registered for this product. The term "IC:" before hanging up. • Programming/testing of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada approved the equipment. Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for use...
... specifications were met. If you do , please keep three things in these locations. This is not recommended. However, if you do make changes in Canada. IC (Industry Canada) This telephone is registered for this product. The term "IC:" before hanging up. • Programming/testing of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada approved the equipment. Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for use...
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... Handset Volume 31. Base LEDs 16. Set Time 19. Clock Mode 19. Ringer Melody 22. Language Table Of Contents 23. Ringer Melody 25. To Search For and Dial a Number/Name 28. Intercom 34. Line in Handset 8. Message Waiting Indication 35. Headset Operation 36. Belt Clip 37. FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 45. The RBRC R Seal 46. Important Safety Instructions 3. Getting Started 7. Installation of Handset Pack 9. Tone/Pulse selection 10. Base Unit Icons 15. Handset Menu 18. Calls Log (Caller ID) 22. Range Tone...
... Handset Volume 31. Base LEDs 16. Set Time 19. Clock Mode 19. Ringer Melody 22. Language Table Of Contents 23. Ringer Melody 25. To Search For and Dial a Number/Name 28. Intercom 34. Line in Handset 8. Message Waiting Indication 35. Headset Operation 36. Belt Clip 37. FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 45. The RBRC R Seal 46. Important Safety Instructions 3. Getting Started 7. Installation of Handset Pack 9. Tone/Pulse selection 10. Base Unit Icons 15. Handset Menu 18. Calls Log (Caller ID) 22. Range Tone...
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... 14 Menu 18 Settings 22 Headset Operation 36 Hold 32 In Case of Difficulty 38 Intercom/Page 33 Keypad Tone 23, 25 Language 23, 25 Line in Use Indication 34 Low Battery Tone 22 Maintenance 37 Making Calls 30 Memory 26 Message Waiting 34 Mute 32 Parts Check List 4 Power Backup 10 Range Tone 22 Redial 16 Registration 12, 23 Ringer Volume 22, 24 Melody 22, 24 Saving Redial Numbers in Memory .......17 Setup Base and Handset 7 VT5820 Accessory Handset ...12 Soft...
... 14 Menu 18 Settings 22 Headset Operation 36 Hold 32 In Case of Difficulty 38 Intercom/Page 33 Keypad Tone 23, 25 Language 23, 25 Line in Use Indication 34 Low Battery Tone 22 Maintenance 37 Making Calls 30 Memory 26 Message Waiting 34 Mute 32 Parts Check List 4 Power Backup 10 Range Tone 22 Redial 16 Registration 12, 23 Ringer Volume 22, 24 Melody 22, 24 Saving Redial Numbers in Memory .......17 Setup Base and Handset 7 VT5820 Accessory Handset ...12 Soft...
