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Handset Charger 4. Telephone Line Cord 6. User's Manual 10. Base AC Power Adapter 5. In Canada, call VTech Communications, Inc. Parts Check List 1. at 1-800-595-9511. Base Unit 2. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 9. at 1-800-267-7377. Handset 3. Belt Clip 7. Handset Base Unit Base Wall Mounting Bracket Battery Pack Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Handset Charger Base AC Power Adapter Telephone Line Cord Belt Clip Users Manual 4 Base Wall Mounting Bracket 8. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Telecommunication Canada Ltd.
Handset Charger 4. Telephone Line Cord 6. User's Manual 10. Base AC Power Adapter 5. In Canada, call VTech Communications, Inc. Parts Check List 1. at 1-800-595-9511. Base Unit 2. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 9. at 1-800-267-7377. Handset 3. Belt Clip 7. Handset Base Unit Base Wall Mounting Bracket Battery Pack Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Handset Charger Base AC Power Adapter Telephone Line Cord Belt Clip Users Manual 4 Base Wall Mounting Bracket 8. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Telecommunication Canada Ltd.
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... indicator On steady when the line is charging. Cycles (Low, Medium, and Full) when Handset battery is on an intercom call . Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the ringer is removed from FULL( ) to EMPTY ( ). Basic Operations Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description Line In Use indicator On steady with no number next to it , indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates that the Telephone Answering Device (TAD) is muted. Battery indicator When the Handset is turned...
... indicator On steady when the line is charging. Cycles (Low, Medium, and Full) when Handset battery is on an intercom call . Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the ringer is removed from FULL( ) to EMPTY ( ). Basic Operations Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description Line In Use indicator On steady with no number next to it , indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates that the Telephone Answering Device (TAD) is muted. Battery indicator When the Handset is turned...
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... Base Speakerphone is in use. • Flashes when HOLD function is activated. • Flashes during the incoming ringing. • Lights when the Answering Machine is charging in the spare battery compartment. It also illuminates Handset ON LED for 5 seconds after answering or making a call. Battery indicator Cycles (Low, Medium and Full) when a battery pack is ON. 15 Basic Operations Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs LED Description Incoming Call / • Flashes with the incoming ringing. Base Unit Icons Icon Description Ringer Off indicator...
... Base Speakerphone is in use. • Flashes when HOLD function is activated. • Flashes during the incoming ringing. • Lights when the Answering Machine is charging in the spare battery compartment. It also illuminates Handset ON LED for 5 seconds after answering or making a call. Battery indicator Cycles (Low, Medium and Full) when a battery pack is ON. 15 Basic Operations Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs LED Description Incoming Call / • Flashes with the incoming ringing. Base Unit Icons Icon Description Ringer Off indicator...
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...; Press SAVE to set the time on page 36 in the idle (OFF) 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 the idle screen. Set Time To set the clock, rather than setting it (03:56, for incoming Caller ID to confirm the setting. To set up the answering system clock, please...
...; Press SAVE to set the time on page 36 in the idle (OFF) 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 the idle screen. Set Time To set the clock, rather than setting it (03:56, for incoming Caller ID to confirm the setting. To set up the answering system clock, please...
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... to dial. Basic Operations OPT# : Select this option to cycle through the four dialing strings. Dialing Tip: With a Caller ID record displayed, press # repeatedly to save the displayed Caller ID record into Speed Dial Memory. Calls Log (Caller ID) SAVE: Select this option to display up to make selection, and then press DIAL, ON or SPEAKERPHONE to confirm the deletion of all stored CID records (press ALL). Deleting CID Records To delete the displayed Caller ID record...
... to dial. Basic Operations OPT# : Select this option to cycle through the four dialing strings. Dialing Tip: With a Caller ID record displayed, press # repeatedly to save the displayed Caller ID record into Speed Dial Memory. Calls Log (Caller ID) SAVE: Select this option to display up to make selection, and then press DIAL, ON or SPEAKERPHONE to confirm the deletion of all stored CID records (press ALL). Deleting CID Records To delete the displayed Caller ID record...
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... procedure is the recommended setting for the Handset earpiece, Headset and Speakerphone. Sound Select During a call, you through four different frequency responses: BASS - Base Speakerphone Volume During an active call , press the or key to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. NOTE: To adjust the playback volume of the Handset. Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the same for hearing aid users) TREBLE - Pressing SOUND...
... procedure is the recommended setting for the Handset earpiece, Headset and Speakerphone. Sound Select During a call, you through four different frequency responses: BASS - Base Speakerphone Volume During an active call , press the or key to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. NOTE: To adjust the playback volume of the Handset. Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the same for hearing aid users) TREBLE - Pressing SOUND...
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... will operate using a touch tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will confirm your name, number and a message after the tone." Set the Clock 1 Make sure the answering system is on . I 'm unable to manually turn the system off or on . 2 Press TIME/SET . The Announce Only pre-recorded announcement says: "Hello, I 'm unable to the Left for feature operations and voice confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation. Please call...
... will operate using a touch tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will confirm your name, number and a message after the tone." Set the Clock 1 Make sure the answering system is on . I 'm unable to manually turn the system off or on . 2 Press TIME/SET . The Announce Only pre-recorded announcement says: "Hello, I 'm unable to the Left for feature operations and voice confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation. Please call...
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... new messages. • NOTE: Exit Feature Setup at any two-digit number from 40-99. ìSet Audible Message Alertî Off* On When Message Alert is turned ON, the base beeps once every 10 seconds when new messages have been received. ìSet Announce Onlyî Off* On ìSet Call Screeningî Off On* ìSet Number of the answering system from a touch tone phone. Use the 4-Way Multi-Function Selector to set. Answering System Operation...
... new messages. • NOTE: Exit Feature Setup at any two-digit number from 40-99. ìSet Audible Message Alertî Off* On When Message Alert is turned ON, the base beeps once every 10 seconds when new messages have been received. ìSet Announce Onlyî Off* On ìSet Call Screeningî Off On* ìSet Number of the answering system from a touch tone phone. Use the 4-Way Multi-Function Selector to set. Answering System Operation...
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... stop recording, press the MAILBOX button again. 40 Answering System Operation The message window displays the length of your memo. 3 To stop right away, press and release the telephone switchhook at the extension. The answering system will return to the idle mode. 3 If you decide to take the call, press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset or SPEAKERPHONE on the Base. At the Base, set to ON. Answering System Operation Call Screening/Intercept 1 Make...
... stop recording, press the MAILBOX button again. 40 Answering System Operation The message window displays the length of your memo. 3 To stop right away, press and release the telephone switchhook at the extension. The answering system will return to the idle mode. 3 If you decide to take the call, press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset or SPEAKERPHONE on the Base. At the Base, set to ON. Answering System Operation Call Screening/Intercept 1 Make...
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... messages/ memos in programming mode or initializing Connect with remote operation. The system beeps once and then announces the number of this system remotely from on page 42). 4 Press *0 to be set _ _ System is answering a call or is in remote operation _ _, flashing System is 99. Voice Menu The system has voice prompts to help you with the Answering System from a Remote Location You can access many features of new messages. 3 Enter a remote command (see "Remote Access...
... messages/ memos in programming mode or initializing Connect with remote operation. The system beeps once and then announces the number of this system remotely from on page 42). 4 Press *0 to be set _ _ System is answering a call or is in remote operation _ _, flashing System is 99. Voice Menu The system has voice prompts to help you with the Answering System from a Remote Location You can access many features of new messages. 3 Enter a remote command (see "Remote Access...
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To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. This is done to use with a detachable belt clip. Headset Operation Your i 5881 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for hands-free operation. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the cordless Handset. Do not force the connection. NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to the jack on the Handset will be muted. Align the pins on the...
To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. This is done to use with a detachable belt clip. Headset Operation Your i 5881 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for hands-free operation. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the cordless Handset. Do not force the connection. NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to the jack on the Handset will be muted. Align the pins on the...
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... • Make sure the Power Cord is shown, the battery pack needs charging. Contact your telephone line to another position. Try moving the appliance or the Base Unit to allow all the suggestions above. • If you still have too many extension phones on that phone either, the problem is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall jack. • Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If...
... • Make sure the Power Cord is shown, the battery pack needs charging. Contact your telephone line to another position. Try moving the appliance or the Base Unit to allow all the suggestions above. • If you still have too many extension phones on that phone either, the problem is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall jack. • Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If...
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... to the Base. 5. CL is flashing in the Base Message Window Display: ï You need to set to ON. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to OFF. If you adjust the volume the Base will display the level (1 - 8). You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work • Make sure the power cord is plugged...
... to the Base. 5. CL is flashing in the Base Message Window Display: ï You need to set to ON. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to OFF. If you adjust the volume the Base will display the level (1 - 8). You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work • Make sure the power cord is plugged...
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... Consumer for Products purchased and used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to repair, alteration or modification by use new or refurbished replacement parts. Product that the problem is not free from outside the United States, or used for rental purposes); Product that has been damaged due to Products used in accordance with non-VTech electrical accessories; What is longer. What...
... Consumer for Products purchased and used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to repair, alteration or modification by use new or refurbished replacement parts. Product that the problem is not free from outside the United States, or used for rental purposes); Product that has been damaged due to Products used in accordance with non-VTech electrical accessories; What is longer. What...
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... to radio communications. For repair/warranty information. However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 49 Additional Information Operation is compatible with part 15 of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. The telephone company may ask you experience trouble with this information to...
... to radio communications. For repair/warranty information. However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 49 Additional Information Operation is compatible with part 15 of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. The telephone company may ask you experience trouble with this information to...
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... such changes are planned. 5. FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations may make a call before hanging up. • Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak hours, such as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is 0.1. It does not imply that Industry Canada technical specifications were...
... such changes are planned. 5. FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations may make a call before hanging up. • Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak hours, such as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is 0.1. It does not imply that Industry Canada technical specifications were...
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... Access Commands FUNCTION PRESS Hear Commands Menu * 5 Play Messages In a Mailbox #, then 1, 2, or 3 Repeat a Message # 4 Skip a Message # 6 Stop Play or Record # 5 Delete Message # 9 Review Announcement # 7 Record Announcement * 7 Record Memo * 8 Turn System Off/On # 0 End Remote Access * 0 ○ Folding line To exit remote operation, press * 0. Wallet Card ○ Wallet Card VTech i 5881 Digital Answering System Remote Operation 1. When the system answers, enter your telephone number. 2. From a touch tone phone, dial your Security (Remote Access) Code...
... Access Commands FUNCTION PRESS Hear Commands Menu * 5 Play Messages In a Mailbox #, then 1, 2, or 3 Repeat a Message # 4 Skip a Message # 6 Stop Play or Record # 5 Delete Message # 9 Review Announcement # 7 Record Announcement * 7 Record Memo * 8 Turn System Off/On # 0 End Remote Access * 0 ○ Folding line To exit remote operation, press * 0. Wallet Card ○ Wallet Card VTech i 5881 Digital Answering System Remote Operation 1. When the system answers, enter your telephone number. 2. From a touch tone phone, dial your Security (Remote Access) Code...
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... to Base Unit/Handset Charger 7 Installation of Battery Pack in Handset 8 Charging of the Handset Battery Pack 8 Connecting to phone line 9 Checking for dial tone 9 Tone/Pulse selection 9 Spare Battery Charger/ Power Backup Feature 10 Wall Mounting ...11 Registration and Operation 12 Basic Operations 14 Handset and Base Indicators 14 Handset Icons ...14 Handset LEDs ...15 Base Unit Icons ...15 Base LEDs ...15 Soft Menu Functions 16 Redial ...16 Handset Menu ...18 Base Unit Menu 18 Set Time ...18 Clock Mode(preset to ON 19 Calls Log (Caller ID 19 Handset Settings 22 Ringer Volume...
... to Base Unit/Handset Charger 7 Installation of Battery Pack in Handset 8 Charging of the Handset Battery Pack 8 Connecting to phone line 9 Checking for dial tone 9 Tone/Pulse selection 9 Spare Battery Charger/ Power Backup Feature 10 Wall Mounting ...11 Registration and Operation 12 Basic Operations 14 Handset and Base Indicators 14 Handset Icons ...14 Handset LEDs ...15 Base Unit Icons ...15 Base LEDs ...15 Soft Menu Functions 16 Redial ...16 Handset Menu ...18 Base Unit Menu 18 Set Time ...18 Clock Mode(preset to ON 19 Calls Log (Caller ID 19 Handset Settings 22 Ringer Volume...
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... Handset Volume 31 Base Speakerphone Volume 31 Sound Select ...31 Mute Function ...32 Hold Function ...32 Flash Function ...32 Intercom ...33 Handsfree Speakerphone Operation 34 Base Speakerphone Operation 34 Line in Use Indication 34 Low Battery Indication 34 Conference Calling 35 Transferring Calls 35 Answering System Operation 36 Audible Indicators 36 Turn Answering System On/Off 36 4-Way Multi-Function Selector 36 Set the Clock ...36 About Maiboxes 36 About Announcements 36 Record Your Announcement 37 Answering System Feature Setup...
... Handset Volume 31 Base Speakerphone Volume 31 Sound Select ...31 Mute Function ...32 Hold Function ...32 Flash Function ...32 Intercom ...33 Handsfree Speakerphone Operation 34 Base Speakerphone Operation 34 Line in Use Indication 34 Low Battery Indication 34 Conference Calling 35 Transferring Calls 35 Answering System Operation 36 Audible Indicators 36 Turn Answering System On/Off 36 4-Way Multi-Function Selector 36 Set the Clock ...36 About Maiboxes 36 About Announcements 36 Record Your Announcement 37 Answering System Feature Setup...
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... Tone 23, 25 Language 23, 25 Line in Use Indication 34 Listen to, Save and Delete Messages....39 Low Battery Tone 22 Maintenance 44 Making Calls 30 Memory 26 Message Window Display 41 Mute 32 Parts Check List 4 Power Backup 10 Range Tone 22 Record a Memo 40 Record Your Announcement 37 Redial 16 Registration 12, 23 Remote Access Commands 42 Ringer Volume 22, 24 Melody 22, 24 Saving Redial Numbers in Memory .......17 Set the (Answering System) Clock.........36 Setup Base and Handset 7 VT5820 Accessory Handset...
... Tone 23, 25 Language 23, 25 Line in Use Indication 34 Listen to, Save and Delete Messages....39 Low Battery Tone 22 Maintenance 44 Making Calls 30 Memory 26 Message Window Display 41 Mute 32 Parts Check List 4 Power Backup 10 Range Tone 22 Record a Memo 40 Record Your Announcement 37 Redial 16 Registration 12, 23 Remote Access Commands 42 Ringer Volume 22, 24 Melody 22, 24 Saving Redial Numbers in Memory .......17 Set the (Answering System) Clock.........36 Setup Base and Handset 7 VT5820 Accessory Handset...