VTech 2408, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... 9 Disconnecting 9 ChangingChannels 10 TONE PULSESetting 10 Temporary Tone 10 Programming Ringer Type 10 Checking Ringer Type 10 MemoryDialing 11 Programming Speed Dial Numbers 11 Speed Number Dialing 11 Change or Replace a Speed Dial Number 11 Storing Pauses in Memory 11 Using Redial 12 Page Feature 12 Additional Information 13 Maintenance 13 In Case Of Difficulty 14 WarrantyStatement 16 FCC ACTA...

Page 2: ...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 To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product but take it to an authorized service facility Opening or removing parts of the base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages ...

Page 3: ...phone Line Cord 4 Battery 5 Power Adapter 6 User s Manual To purchase replacement batteries visit us on the web at www vtechphones com or call VTech Communications at 1 800 595 9511 In Canada call VTech Electronics at 1 800 267 7377 2 Introduction ...

Page 4: ...dset and Base Layout 3 Introduction 1 Antenna 2 Earpiece 3 In Use Low Batt LED 4 Redial Pause 5 Phone Flash 6 Dialing Keys 0 9 7 Chan Key 8 Volume 9 Off 10 Mem Key 11 Prog Key 12 Page 13 In Use Charge LED ...

Page 5: ...f the plug with the socket pins and insert the plug Place thebatteryinthecompartmentwiththe wires in the lower right corner Angle the top of the battery under the top claws first then snap the battery into place Tuck the wires under the guide located below the battery 3 Replace the battery cover by sliding it upward 4 If the new battery is not already charged placethehandsetinthebase Unit andallow...

Page 6: ...nt possible leakage Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the base unit Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack NOTE Before connecting to the phone line make sure to properly charge the battery Checking for dial tone After the battery is charged pick up the handset and press PHONE The IN USE indicator should light up and you shou...

Page 7: ... through the slot then connect them to the jacks located on the underside of the base 3 Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet If the battery has not been previously charged place the handset in the base and allow it to charge for 15 hours or overnight Connect the telephone line cord to the wall jack 4 Mount the base on the wall Position the base unit so the mounting studs will fit into the...

Page 8: ...peed Dial Numbers for details Also used to store a PAUSE into your dialing number See Storing Pauses in Memory for details TONE KEY When in PULSE dial mode this key is used to switch to temporary TONE dialing PROG KEY Press PROG to enter programming mode VOLUME CONTROL Adjust the volume of what you hear through the handset While on a call press the up or down keys to adjust the listening volume Th...

Page 9: ...e handset battery is charging Glows steadily whenever the handset is in use Flashes in unison with an incoming call s ringing PAGE KEY Press to page the handset Press it again to cancel the page The base will ring the handset for one minute Cancel the page at the handset by pressing OFF 8 Getting Started ...

Page 10: ...again You must always press PHONE before you can dial a call on the handset Answering Calls To answer a call when the handset is in the base simply pick up the handset OR To answer a call when the handset is not in the base press any key except OFF This is very useful in a dark environment when you cannot see the keys and need to answer an incoming call Disconnecting To end a call simply place the...

Page 11: ...Dial the number as you normally would Press tone This will activate the temporary tone feature Keys pressed after this will send touch tone signals To end the call press OFF or place the handset back in the base The phone will automatically go back to rotary service Programming Ringer Type You can choose from four ring tones or turn the ringer off to extend the battery life Make sure the handset i...

Page 12: ...M to confirm You ll hear a confirmationbeep Speed Number Dialing PressPHONE Press MEM and the memory location number key 0 through 9 For example to dial the number you assigned to key 8 you would press PHONE MEM 8 Change or Replace a Speed Dial Number To change or replace a stored number inspeeddialmemory simplyenterthe newnumberandstoreitinthememory location you wish to change Storing Pauses in M...

Page 13: ...edial Toredialthelastnumberyoucalled up to 16 digits press PHONE then REDIAL Page Feature Fromthebaseunit pressPAGEtoring the handset To end the page at the base press PAGE again To end the page at the handset press OFF or place the handset back in the base If the handset is not in use on hook thepagewillcontinueforapproximately 60 seconds This feature is useful in locating a misplaced handset Bas...

Page 14: ...sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment For your own safety use caution when using electric appliances during storms Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind Remember that el...

Page 15: ... Signal Even When You re Near The Base Unit Householdappliancespluggedintothesamecircuitasthebaseunitcansometimes cause interference Try moving the appliance or the base unit to another outlet You Get Noise Static Or A Weak Signal When You re Away From The Base Unit You may be out of range Either move closer to the base or relocate the base unit The layout of your home may be limiting the range Tr...

Page 16: ...utting the handset in its base If it does not seem to respond do the following in the order listed 1 Disconnect the power to the base 2 Disconnect the handset battery 3 Wait a few minutes 4 Connect power to the base 5 Re install the battery 6 Wait for the handset to re establish its link with the base To be safe allow up to one minute for this to take place In Case Of Difficulty Additional Informa...

Page 17: ...ely30days How long is the limited warranty period The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE 1 YEAR from the date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period of either a 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Productisshippe...

Page 18: ...imited warranty What must you return with the Product to get warranty service 1 Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTECH service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty 2 Include valid proof of purchase sales receipt identifying the Product purchased Product model and the date of purchase or receipt and 3 Provide your name comple...

Page 19: ...lost profits or revenue inability to use the product or other associated equipment the cost of substitute equipment and claims by third parties resulting from the use of this product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you Warranty Statement ...

Page 20: ...ted and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotectionagainstharmfulinterference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference ...

Page 21: ...n RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines See Installation Instructions in the user s manual This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you hav...

Page 22: ...tions This is confirmed by the registration number The abbreviation IC before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment Notice The Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this terminal equipment is 0 1 The REN assigne...

Page 23: ...l The RBRC Seal on the nickel cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications Inc is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of service within the United States and Canada The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste wh...

Page 24: ...aximumpowerallowedbyFCCandIC Actual operating range may vary accordingtoenvironmentalconditionsat the time of use SIZE Handset 198mmx56 0mmx39 8mm including antenna Base 145mmx90 6mmx95 0mm WEIGHT Handset 124 8 grams Base 198grams excludingbattery POWERREQUIREMENTS Handset 3 6V 400mAh Ni Cd Battery Base 9V DC 200mA MEMORY Speed Dial 10 Memory locations 16 digits per location SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYP...

Page 25: ...ED HELP Our representatives are here to help you with any questions concerning the operation of this product available accessories or any other related issues Call Toll Free 1 800 595 9511 In Canada Call 1 800 267 7377 or visit our website at www vtechphones com ...

Page 26: ...MPANIES Distributed in the U S A by VTech Communications Inc Beaverton Oregon 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Electronics Canada Ltd 7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond B C V6X 1Z9 Copyright2004forVTECHTELECOMMUNICATIONSLTD PrintedinChina 91 000124 010 000 ISSUE0 ...