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... required, contact VTech Customer Service at : 1-800-595-9511 In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377 1 Read and understand all warnings and instructions marked on the power cord. Unplug this product from lighting. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in -installation where proper ventilation is subsequently used. 11. To protect it . 9. This product should always be blocked by persons...
... required, contact VTech Customer Service at : 1-800-595-9511 In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377 1 Read and understand all warnings and instructions marked on the power cord. Unplug this product from lighting. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in -installation where proper ventilation is subsequently used. 11. To protect it . 9. This product should always be blocked by persons...
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Handset 3. Battery Pack 6. AC Power Adaptor 4. Telephone Line Cord 5. Getting Started BEFORE YOU BEGIN Parts Check List: 1. Belt Clip 7. In Canada, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-267-7377. 3 Owners Manual To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Telecommunications Ltd at 1-800-595-9511. Base Unit 2.
Handset 3. Battery Pack 6. AC Power Adaptor 4. Telephone Line Cord 5. Getting Started BEFORE YOU BEGIN Parts Check List: 1. Belt Clip 7. In Canada, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-267-7377. 3 Owners Manual To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Telecommunications Ltd at 1-800-595-9511. Base Unit 2.
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... the PHONE key. Tone/Pulse Selection Your VT 20-2438 is not already charged, place the Handset in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. To change dial mode between TONE and PULSE. 4. In a location that is 5 hours on hook) Handset, press MENU. 2. Setup Getting Started Installation of Battery Pack in the Base Unit, and allow it to charge for TONE dialing. Remove the battery cover by sliding it upwards. 2 4. Maximum talk time is away from other electrical appliances...
... the PHONE key. Tone/Pulse Selection Your VT 20-2438 is not already charged, place the Handset in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. To change dial mode between TONE and PULSE. 4. In a location that is 5 hours on hook) Handset, press MENU. 2. Setup Getting Started Installation of Battery Pack in the Base Unit, and allow it to charge for TONE dialing. Remove the battery cover by sliding it upwards. 2 4. Maximum talk time is away from other electrical appliances...
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..., you want to confirm. LINE LINE In the idle (on hook) mode, press MENU. LINE 1 RINGER is RINGER OFF): RINGER ON:4 8/28 2:19PM To choose other ring styles, press 1, 2, 3, or 4 on hook) mode, press MENU, then press the SCROLL key to access the following programming options: LINE 1 RINGER LINE 2 RINGER VOICE MESSAGES SET TIME SET DATE DIAL MODE Programming the Handset Ringer There are 4 different ring styles for one or both lines. LINE1 RINGER 8/28 2:19PM Press...
..., you want to confirm. LINE LINE In the idle (on hook) mode, press MENU. LINE 1 RINGER is RINGER OFF): RINGER ON:4 8/28 2:19PM To choose other ring styles, press 1, 2, 3, or 4 on hook) mode, press MENU, then press the SCROLL key to access the following programming options: LINE 1 RINGER LINE 2 RINGER VOICE MESSAGES SET TIME SET DATE DIAL MODE Programming the Handset Ringer There are 4 different ring styles for one or both lines. LINE1 RINGER 8/28 2:19PM Press...
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... MESSAGE light on the Base Unit (there is a light for example: L1(&L2)MESSAGES 12/28 2:34AM After calling your voicemail service and listening to VOICE MES SAGES, then press SELECT. If the indicators remain on hook) mode, press MENU. SCROLL down to all new messages have been reviewed, you can retrieve your local telephone company for a monthly fee. In addition, the Handset will illuminate. When a caller leaves a message...
... MESSAGE light on the Base Unit (there is a light for example: L1(&L2)MESSAGES 12/28 2:34AM After calling your voicemail service and listening to VOICE MES SAGES, then press SELECT. If the indicators remain on hook) mode, press MENU. SCROLL down to all new messages have been reviewed, you can retrieve your local telephone company for a monthly fee. In addition, the Handset will illuminate. When a caller leaves a message...
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Getting Started Handset programming To turn this feature for all calls (each line: At the Handset, in the idle (on the bottom row of the screen. Incoming Caller ID will set it manually: L1 VOICEMSG ON 8/28 2:19PM 10 VOICE MESSAGES 8/28 2:19PM SCROLL to L1 (or L2) VOICEMSG OFF, then press SELECT to another programming option. You can also set the time and date automatically...
Getting Started Handset programming To turn this feature for all calls (each line: At the Handset, in the idle (on the bottom row of the screen. Incoming Caller ID will set it manually: L1 VOICEMSG ON 8/28 2:19PM 10 VOICE MESSAGES 8/28 2:19PM SCROLL to L1 (or L2) VOICEMSG OFF, then press SELECT to another programming option. You can also set the time and date automatically...
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... to SET TIME, then press SELECT. LINE LINE Dial Mode Your VT 20-2438 is preset for instructions. Then press SELECT. Repeated pressings will cycle from lightest to SET DATE, then press SELECT. Using the dial pad, enter the correct month and day. Getting Started Handset programming At the Handset, in the idle (on the right edge (antenna side) of the Base display, to adjust the screen...
... to SET TIME, then press SELECT. LINE LINE Dial Mode Your VT 20-2438 is preset for instructions. Then press SELECT. Repeated pressings will cycle from lightest to SET DATE, then press SELECT. Using the dial pad, enter the correct month and day. Getting Started Handset programming At the Handset, in the idle (on the right edge (antenna side) of the Base display, to adjust the screen...
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... indicate new, CALLS unplayed voicemail. Handset and Base Unit Idle Screen 8/28 2:19PM NO MESSAGES 0 CALLS 8/28 2:19PM 12 MUTE Illuminates when the Base microphone is charging in the cradle. CHARGING Illuminates when the Handset is muted. Base Unit LEDs Icons Description LINE 1 and LINE 2 keys Glows red when Handset or Base is on an active call. Blinks slowly while call is on hold . Flashes in cadence with the incoming ring. LINE 1 MESSAGES/NEW Flashes slowly to indicate new, Caller CALLS ID records...
... indicate new, CALLS unplayed voicemail. Handset and Base Unit Idle Screen 8/28 2:19PM NO MESSAGES 0 CALLS 8/28 2:19PM 12 MUTE Illuminates when the Base microphone is charging in the cradle. CHARGING Illuminates when the Handset is muted. Base Unit LEDs Icons Description LINE 1 and LINE 2 keys Glows red when Handset or Base is on an active call. Blinks slowly while call is on hold . Flashes in cadence with the incoming ring. LINE 1 MESSAGES/NEW Flashes slowly to indicate new, Caller CALLS ID records...
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... the desired LINE key. LINE LINE Receiving Calls from Handset and the Base Unit LINE LINE LINE LINE When a call comes in the charging cradle. Getting Started Basic Operation Making Calls from the Handset Enter the telephone number, up to answer. To end your call, press the appropriate LINE key, or, if using the Handset, place it in the charging cradle. 13 If you make a mistake, press the SCROLL key to 32 digits. The number will be dialed. ...
... the desired LINE key. LINE LINE Receiving Calls from Handset and the Base Unit LINE LINE LINE LINE When a call comes in the charging cradle. Getting Started Basic Operation Making Calls from the Handset Enter the telephone number, up to answer. To end your call, press the appropriate LINE key, or, if using the Handset, place it in the charging cradle. 13 If you make a mistake, press the SCROLL key to 32 digits. The number will be dialed. ...
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...; The screen now displays ENTER NAME. Saving Names and Numbers in the Directory With the Handset in your VT20-2438 to frequently called friends and businesses. Directory Advanced Operation Your VT20-2438 Handset can store 50 Names and Numbers in its Phone Book Directory, providing you with easy access to add a unique ring when certain parties in the idle (on hook) mode, press DIR. LINE LINE The Handset displays ADD NEW ENTRY.
...; The screen now displays ENTER NAME. Saving Names and Numbers in the Directory With the Handset in your VT20-2438 to frequently called friends and businesses. Directory Advanced Operation Your VT20-2438 Handset can store 50 Names and Numbers in its Phone Book Directory, providing you with easy access to add a unique ring when certain parties in the idle (on hook) mode, press DIR. LINE LINE The Handset displays ADD NEW ENTRY.
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... DELETED 8/28 2:19PM LINE LINE SCROLL until you see the desired entry. OR SCROLL to any entry, then press the first letter or letters of the name. Press SCROLL until you hear a confirmation tone. You can Delete a directory entry, Edit the Number, Edit the Name, Change the Ring. If the desired name is displayed...
... DELETED 8/28 2:19PM LINE LINE SCROLL until you see the desired entry. OR SCROLL to any entry, then press the first letter or letters of the name. Press SCROLL until you hear a confirmation tone. You can Delete a directory entry, Edit the Number, Edit the Name, Change the Ring. If the desired name is displayed...
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... record was previously reviewed. Reviewing, Dialing, Saving and Deleting CID records are now in , the Handset and Base Unit will display: JOHN DOE 555 555 5555 L2 8/30 3:20pm OLD01 (Name) (Phone number & Line) (Day, Time, position) NEW indicates the record is being sent. Dialing from being reviewed for a fee by your service provider for every call history at the Handset. REMOVE is not in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting ID). You can use...
... record was previously reviewed. Reviewing, Dialing, Saving and Deleting CID records are now in , the Handset and Base Unit will display: JOHN DOE 555 555 5555 L2 8/30 3:20pm OLD01 (Name) (Phone number & Line) (Day, Time, position) NEW indicates the record is being sent. Dialing from being reviewed for a fee by your service provider for every call history at the Handset. REMOVE is not in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting ID). You can use...
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... Belt Clip The VT20-2438 is done to the jack on the Handset will be muted. Do not force the connection. 28 NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. Align the pins on the inside edge of the Handset. LINE LINE Many compatible Headsets have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the VT20-2438 Handset. If you choose to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the cordless Handset...
... Belt Clip The VT20-2438 is done to the jack on the Handset will be muted. Do not force the connection. 28 NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. Align the pins on the inside edge of the Handset. LINE LINE Many compatible Headsets have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the VT20-2438 Handset. If you choose to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the cordless Handset...
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... range. Make sure the power cord is slowly flashing, the battery pack needs charging. No Dial Tone First check all of range. Contact your Base Unit from the Base Unit. You may have too many extension phones on that phone either, the problem is in . Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone Disconnect your local telephone...
... range. Make sure the power cord is slowly flashing, the battery pack needs charging. No Dial Tone First check all of range. Contact your Base Unit from the Base Unit. You may have too many extension phones on that phone either, the problem is in . Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone Disconnect your local telephone...
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... Buttons Work Make sure the power cord is probably in Announce Only mode. Common Cure For Electronic Equipment If the unit does not seem to the charge cradle. 6. Disconnect the power to the Base. 5. Connect power to the Base. 2. If it indicates the answering system is Blinking If the button slowly flickers on and off, you still hear other calls, the problem is plugged in. Disconnect the Handset battery. 3. Wait...
... Buttons Work Make sure the power cord is probably in Announce Only mode. Common Cure For Electronic Equipment If the unit does not seem to the charge cradle. 6. Disconnect the power to the Base. 5. Connect power to the Base. 2. If it indicates the answering system is Blinking If the button slowly flickers on and off, you still hear other calls, the problem is plugged in. Disconnect the Handset battery. 3. Wait...
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...;) are free from the date the repaired or replacement Product is caused by use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we may replace it with non-VTECH electrical accessories; This limited warranty does not cover 1. or 3. Product to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty; Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from the date of purchase if we may use with a new or...
...;) are free from the date the repaired or replacement Product is caused by use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we may replace it with non-VTECH electrical accessories; This limited warranty does not cover 1. or 3. Product to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty; Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from the date of purchase if we may use with a new or...
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... to this device may cause undesired operation of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications at 1-800-595-9511. However, there is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 35 Additional Information Operation is compatible with regulations RSS210 and CS...
... to this device may cause undesired operation of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications at 1-800-595-9511. However, there is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 35 Additional Information Operation is compatible with regulations RSS210 and CS...
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... sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the registration number. FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations with a corded or cordless handset, it is registered for use in the early...
... sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the registration number. FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations with a corded or cordless handset, it is registered for use in the early...
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... service within the United States and Canada. Caution : Users should not attempt to disconnect the equipment. VTech s participation in RBRC ® makes it easy for information on the location of the Base Unit and Handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your area. Your Cordless Phone is designed to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of Rechargeable Battery...
... service within the United States and Canada. Caution : Users should not attempt to disconnect the equipment. VTech s participation in RBRC ® makes it easy for information on the location of the Base Unit and Handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your area. Your Cordless Phone is designed to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of Rechargeable Battery...
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...About Caller Identification 3 Parts Check List 4 Handset Layout 5 Base Unit Layout 6 SET UP ...7 Connecting Power to Base Unit 7 Connect to Telephone Lines 7 Data Port ...7 Installation of Battery Pack in Headset 8 Checking for Dial Tone 8 Tone/Oulse Selection 8 Basic Operation 9 Handset Programing 9 Programing the Handset Ringer 9 Voice Messges 10 Set Time/Set Date 12 Dial Mode 12 Base Unit Programming 13 Base Ringer 13 Conrast ...13 Handset and Base Unit Indicators 13 Handset LEDS 13 Base Unit LEDS 13 Basic Operation 14 Making Calls from the handset 14 Making Calls from...
...About Caller Identification 3 Parts Check List 4 Handset Layout 5 Base Unit Layout 6 SET UP ...7 Connecting Power to Base Unit 7 Connect to Telephone Lines 7 Data Port ...7 Installation of Battery Pack in Headset 8 Checking for Dial Tone 8 Tone/Oulse Selection 8 Basic Operation 9 Handset Programing 9 Programing the Handset Ringer 9 Voice Messges 10 Set Time/Set Date 12 Dial Mode 12 Base Unit Programming 13 Base Ringer 13 Conrast ...13 Handset and Base Unit Indicators 13 Handset LEDS 13 Base Unit LEDS 13 Basic Operation 14 Making Calls from the handset 14 Making Calls from...