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... the security of knowing that no one of power failure. With the VT 1421, the user can easily carry the handset clipped to provided operational backup in the base unit. In this battery to your voice using a cordless phone. The VT 1421 informs you can easily answer a call . The VT 1421 has a very unique and compact design. The alphanumeric display can be possible with a fully charged battery pack...
... the security of knowing that no one of power failure. With the VT 1421, the user can easily carry the handset clipped to provided operational backup in the base unit. In this battery to your voice using a cordless phone. The VT 1421 informs you can easily answer a call . The VT 1421 has a very unique and compact design. The alphanumeric display can be possible with a fully charged battery pack...
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...; Extension in use indicator. • Message waiting indicator for use or in standby mode. • Removable handset battery pack. • Spare battery charger in base unit. • Battery backup in use with voicemail service. • Multi-level REDIAL; We strongly recommend you familiar with auto channel selection. • Out-of-Range indication while the handset is in case of security code, Caller ID and memory dial records. • Wall mountable base unit. • 2.5mm Headset Jack for up to make you read the entire manual...
...; Extension in use indicator. • Message waiting indicator for use or in standby mode. • Removable handset battery pack. • Spare battery charger in base unit. • Battery backup in use with voicemail service. • Multi-level REDIAL; We strongly recommend you familiar with auto channel selection. • Out-of-Range indication while the handset is in case of security code, Caller ID and memory dial records. • Wall mountable base unit. • 2.5mm Headset Jack for up to make you read the entire manual...
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...3. Handset Base Unit Wall MountIng Bracket AC Adaptor Telephone Line Cord Battery Pack MEMORY DIALING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • VTech VTech Beltclip Memory Dialing Card Operation Manual Warranty Card 3 Wall Mounting Bracket 4. Telephone Line Cord 7. Memory Dialing Card 9. AC Adapter 5. Beltclip 8. Battery Pack 6. Operation Manual 10. Warranty Card To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech at...
...3. Handset Base Unit Wall MountIng Bracket AC Adaptor Telephone Line Cord Battery Pack MEMORY DIALING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • VTech VTech Beltclip Memory Dialing Card Operation Manual Warranty Card 3 Wall Mounting Bracket 4. Telephone Line Cord 7. Memory Dialing Card 9. AC Adapter 5. Beltclip 8. Battery Pack 6. Operation Manual 10. Warranty Card To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech at...
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... determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or a qualified technician for the United States. FCC Part 15 Warning: Changes or modifications to this telephone equipment, please contact VTech at 1-800-595-9511 for compliance could void the user's authority to your local telephone company. And, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Operation is...
... determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or a qualified technician for the United States. FCC Part 15 Warning: Changes or modifications to this telephone equipment, please contact VTech at 1-800-595-9511 for compliance could void the user's authority to your local telephone company. And, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Operation is...
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... problem has been corrected. The base unit contains no user serviceable parts. The general rule is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC. During notification, you will be authorized by the FCC. The handset contains a user replaceable battery pack. however, contact your local telephone company for the specific number in its authorized agents or by the Phone Company or Party Lines. FCC REGULATIONS FCC Part...
... problem has been corrected. The base unit contains no user serviceable parts. The general rule is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC. During notification, you will be authorized by the FCC. The handset contains a user replaceable battery pack. however, contact your local telephone company for the specific number in its authorized agents or by the Phone Company or Party Lines. FCC REGULATIONS FCC Part...
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... the PHONE key. • The low battery message is 7 hours of continuous talk time or 7 days if standby time. The maximum battery life between charges is displayed on the handset: • The handset seems completely dead; The base spare battery charger does not charge a battery pack as quickly as the handset battery charger. It will light to show the handset is seated properly and the battery pack is clear and the handset does not beep or light...
... the PHONE key. • The low battery message is 7 hours of continuous talk time or 7 days if standby time. The maximum battery life between charges is displayed on the handset: • The handset seems completely dead; The base spare battery charger does not charge a battery pack as quickly as the handset battery charger. It will light to show the handset is seated properly and the battery pack is clear and the handset does not beep or light...
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... and follow the instructions below. 1. THE BATTERY PACK To Replace the Handset Battery Pack 1. The cell may cause damage to allow it for 16 hours. Released electrolyte is not already charged, place the handset in use). 2. Place the new battery pack in the base unit spare battery charger. Remove the battery case cover. 5. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Remove the old battery pack. If the new battery pack is...
... and follow the instructions below. 1. THE BATTERY PACK To Replace the Handset Battery Pack 1. The cell may cause damage to allow it for 16 hours. Released electrolyte is not already charged, place the handset in use). 2. Place the new battery pack in the base unit spare battery charger. Remove the battery case cover. 5. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Remove the old battery pack. If the new battery pack is...
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... When a spare battery pack is active the following message will reset the battery charger to provide operational backup in case of charging, you will still be used to replace a drained handset battery pack to 5 hours. When power backup mode is installed in the base unit, the VT 1421 uses this feature, you must obtain an optional spare battery from an authorized dealer, or by contacting VTech Communications at 1-800...
... When a spare battery pack is active the following message will reset the battery charger to provide operational backup in case of charging, you will still be used to replace a drained handset battery pack to 5 hours. When power backup mode is installed in the base unit, the VT 1421 uses this feature, you must obtain an optional spare battery from an authorized dealer, or by contacting VTech Communications at 1-800...
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... RINGER for more information. Handset Ringer The handset ringer is in the base unit. The following will be charged for the first time. 2. Press the OK key until you see : 3. Refer to the back of the base unit. The battery pack recharges automatically whenever the handset is programmed ON as the factory default. Use the / keys until you see : 4. Use the / keys to activate the menu. Tone / Pulse Selection To select the desired dialing mode...
... RINGER for more information. Handset Ringer The handset ringer is in the base unit. The following will be charged for the first time. 2. Press the OK key until you see : 3. Refer to the back of the base unit. The battery pack recharges automatically whenever the handset is programmed ON as the factory default. Use the / keys until you see : 4. Use the / keys to activate the menu. Tone / Pulse Selection To select the desired dialing mode...
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... install telephone jacks in the telephone number card on the base unit. 7. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. 12 Press the OK key to exit SETUP MODE. A confirmation tone will be generated, and the screen will be displayed: CAUTION: 1. After the battery pack is connected, the following display: 6. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. If not, see the following message will display: MEMORY DIALING 8. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone...
... install telephone jacks in the telephone number card on the base unit. 7. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. 12 Press the OK key to exit SETUP MODE. A confirmation tone will be generated, and the screen will be displayed: CAUTION: 1. After the battery pack is connected, the following display: 6. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. If not, see the following message will display: MEMORY DIALING 8. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone...
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...) RINGING CHARGING SPARE BATTERY MESSAGE POWER BACKUP Type Description When the POWER LED is lit solid RED, it indicates that messages are waiting in your voicemail (service provided by some local telephone companies). When the POWER LED blinks RED, it indicates that there is in POWER BACKUP mode PAGE Key / Handset locator As a convenience feature, the PAGE key on hook causes the handset to ring 5 times and display the message: To stop the handset from ringing during a PAGE, press OFF. BASE UNIT...
...) RINGING CHARGING SPARE BATTERY MESSAGE POWER BACKUP Type Description When the POWER LED is lit solid RED, it indicates that messages are waiting in your voicemail (service provided by some local telephone companies). When the POWER LED blinks RED, it indicates that there is in POWER BACKUP mode PAGE Key / Handset locator As a convenience feature, the PAGE key on hook causes the handset to ring 5 times and display the message: To stop the handset from ringing during a PAGE, press OFF. BASE UNIT...
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Handset Menu Operation On Hook Stage OK key Off Hook Stage OK key REDIAL MEMORY • Use Redial (p.20) SET UP • Set Ring Type (p.27) • Set Ring Volume (p.27) • Set Dial Type (p.28) • Set Keyclick (p.28) CLEAR MEMORY • Clear VMWI (p.25) • Clear Speed Dial Memory (p.19) • Clear CID Memory (p.23) PROGRAM SPEED DIAL • Story Dial Memory (p.18) SPEED DIAL MEMORY • Dial from Memory (p.19) • Delete Speed Dial Memory (p.19) CID MEMORY • Reveiw Caller ID Record (p.21) • Dailing From Caller ID...
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Handset Menu Operation On Hook Stage OK key Off Hook Stage OK key REDIAL MEMORY • Use Redial (p.20) SET UP • Set Ring Type (p.27) • Set Ring Volume (p.27) • Set Dial Type (p.28) • Set Keyclick (p.28) CLEAR MEMORY • Clear VMWI (p.25) • Clear Speed Dial Memory (p.19) • Clear CID Memory (p.23) PROGRAM SPEED DIAL • Story Dial Memory (p.18) SPEED DIAL MEMORY • Dial from Memory (p.19) • Delete Speed Dial Memory (p.19) CID MEMORY • Reveiw Caller ID Record (p.21) • Dailing From Caller ID...
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... from SETUP menu. • Connect the telephone line cord to store the number in the cradle to be OFF. • Enter the number you wish to store on the handset. Making Calls • Press the PHONE key. The handset will follow. 18 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Setup • Plug AC adapter into a standard electrical outlet and base unit. • Let handset battery pack charge for 16 hours before first use. • Set TONE/PULSE selection from the base, press...
... from SETUP menu. • Connect the telephone line cord to store the number in the cradle to be OFF. • Enter the number you wish to store on the handset. Making Calls • Press the PHONE key. The handset will follow. 18 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Setup • Plug AC adapter into a standard electrical outlet and base unit. • Let handset battery pack charge for 16 hours before first use. • Set TONE/PULSE selection from the base, press...
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...; Use the keys to locate the following LCD message: After the Speed Dial Location is displayed: • Press OFF to exit. 19 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Dialing From Memory • The phone should be dialed, press the PHONE key to dial the number. The handset will display: the following menu item: • Press the OK again. To proceed with the deletion, press the 0 key again. While the memory is being cleared, the following message...
...; Use the keys to locate the following LCD message: After the Speed Dial Location is displayed: • Press OFF to exit. 19 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Dialing From Memory • The phone should be dialed, press the PHONE key to dial the number. The handset will display: the following menu item: • Press the OK again. To proceed with the deletion, press the 0 key again. While the memory is being cleared, the following message...
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... Caller ID service, the phone will display the name and/or number (when available) of the party trying to use this feature. Once Caller ID memory is full, any new call forces a deletion of the oldest call , and receive a Call Waiting alert signal, the handset will still operate normally, except that three new Caller ID records have been received since you . If you must be displayed on the handset screen while the phone is ringing...
... Caller ID service, the phone will display the name and/or number (when available) of the party trying to use this feature. Once Caller ID memory is full, any new call forces a deletion of the oldest call , and receive a Call Waiting alert signal, the handset will still operate normally, except that three new Caller ID records have been received since you . If you must be displayed on the handset screen while the phone is ringing...
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... not indicate a problem with your Telephone Company. Special Message Indicators Occasionally, errors may want to dial. 8 Digit Dialing • To dial 1 + 7 Digit Phone Number, press the 3 key when reviewing Caller ID memory. If this , press and hold the 0 key until the LCD displays the following message: Deleting Call ID Memory While reviewing any of the Caller ID records, you may occur when Caller ID data is not provided by your unit or telephone line. For example: • Then press PHONE to dial. 7 Digit Dialing...
... not indicate a problem with your Telephone Company. Special Message Indicators Occasionally, errors may want to dial. 8 Digit Dialing • To dial 1 + 7 Digit Phone Number, press the 3 key when reviewing Caller ID memory. If this , press and hold the 0 key until the LCD displays the following message: Deleting Call ID Memory While reviewing any of the Caller ID records, you may occur when Caller ID data is not provided by your unit or telephone line. For example: • Then press PHONE to dial. 7 Digit Dialing...
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... deletion, press the 0 key again. You can also delete the entire contents of the Caller ID memory. • Press OK to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: 24 Use the keys to enter CLEAR MEMORY mode. While the memory is being cleared, the following message is deleted, the VT 1421 will see the following message will be displayed: After the Caller ID record...
... deletion, press the 0 key again. You can also delete the entire contents of the Caller ID memory. • Press OK to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: 24 Use the keys to enter CLEAR MEMORY mode. While the memory is being cleared, the following message is deleted, the VT 1421 will see the following message will be displayed: After the Caller ID record...
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... local telephone service providers. Temporary TONE If you have PULSE telephone service, this service), indicating that a second caller is provided, the VT 1421 will see the following message to alert you . Message Waiting Your VT 1421 is displayed : Once you play all of your new Voice mail messages, the MSG WAITING indication will be automatically cleared from your provider for details. You will display the following display : • To confirm the deletion, press the 0 key...
... local telephone service providers. Temporary TONE If you have PULSE telephone service, this service), indicating that a second caller is provided, the VT 1421 will see the following message to alert you . Message Waiting Your VT 1421 is displayed : Once you play all of your new Voice mail messages, the MSG WAITING indication will be automatically cleared from your provider for details. You will display the following display : • To confirm the deletion, press the 0 key...
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... end the call normally. To adjust the volume press the or keys to PULSE service. When you press the keys, the volume indicator will display the current ear piece volume setting. Then activate the Temporary Tone feature * by pressing the or keys. You can only be adjusted by pressing the (TONE) key. Extension In Use Indication When another telephone on the same line is connected, the earpiece receiver and handset microphone are disabled.
... end the call normally. To adjust the volume press the or keys to PULSE service. When you press the keys, the volume indicator will display the current ear piece volume setting. Then activate the Temporary Tone feature * by pressing the or keys. You can only be adjusted by pressing the (TONE) key. Extension In Use Indication When another telephone on the same line is connected, the earpiece receiver and handset microphone are disabled.
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... WALL MOUNTING ...13 THE HANDSET LAYOUT 14 THE BASE UNIT LAYOUT 15 BASE UNIT FEATURES 16 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 17 Handset Menu Operation 17 Setup ...18 Making Calls ...18 Answering Calls ...18 Ending a Call ...18 To Mute a Call ...18 To Page The Handset ...18 Storing Memory Dial Numbers 18 Dialing From Memory ...19 Deleting Speed Dial Memory 19 Caller ID ...20 Using Redial ...20 Flash ...20 CALLER ID ...21 Call Waiting Caller ID (TypeII 21 A Word About Caller ID ...21 Receiving And Storing Calls 21 New Call Counter ...21 Reviewing Caller ID Memory...
... WALL MOUNTING ...13 THE HANDSET LAYOUT 14 THE BASE UNIT LAYOUT 15 BASE UNIT FEATURES 16 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 17 Handset Menu Operation 17 Setup ...18 Making Calls ...18 Answering Calls ...18 Ending a Call ...18 To Mute a Call ...18 To Page The Handset ...18 Storing Memory Dial Numbers 18 Dialing From Memory ...19 Deleting Speed Dial Memory 19 Caller ID ...20 Using Redial ...20 Flash ...20 CALLER ID ...21 Call Waiting Caller ID (TypeII 21 A Word About Caller ID ...21 Receiving And Storing Calls 21 New Call Counter ...21 Reviewing Caller ID Memory...