VTech 2651 - VT Cordless Phone, User Manual

Page 1: ...tor or heat register This product should not be placed in a built in installation where proper ventila tion is not provided 7 Thisproductshouldbeoperatedonlyfromthetypeofpowersourceindicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your dealer or local power company 8 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where t...

Page 2: ...roper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a VTech authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation E If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged F If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance 13 Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote r...

Page 3: ...ize you with the v 2651 cordless telephone We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone To order additional system Handsets model v 2600 battery packs or headsets call VTech Communications Inc at 1 800 595 9511 Introduction IMPORTANT Please record the Base ID BS ID printed on the underside of the v 2651 Base in the space below Please be certain to include all 15 digits charact...

Page 4: ...lacement battery packs call VTech Communications Inc at 1 800 595 9511 InCanada callVTechTelecommunicationsCanadaLtd at1 800 267 7377 1 Base Unit 2 Handset 3 AC Power Adapter 4 Telephone Cord AC Power Adapter Telephone Cord Handset Base Unit Wall mounting Bracket User s Manual Battery Pack ...

Page 5: ...ntenna 2 Earpiece 3 Scroll Keys 4 Headset Jack 2 5mm 5 On Flash 6 Dialing Keys 0 9 7 Handsfree Speakerphone 8 LCD Display 9 Menu Select 10 Off Clear 11 Battery Compartment 12 Intercom 13 Microphone 3 2 6 11 10 12 5 1 7 8 9 4 ...

Page 6: ...THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS 1 THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND 2 THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS MAY NOT BE ENSURED WHEN USING THIS PHONE HAC FCC ID EW72230P2 VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD DC 9V 500mA CLAS...

Page 7: ...VTech unit IMPORTANT FORMAXIMUMPERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM 1 Chooseacentral locationforyourBaseUnit 2 Install your Base Unit and Extension Handsets away from electronic equipment such as personal computers television sets and microwave ovens 3 In locations where there are multiple cordless telephones separate Base units as much as possible 4 Install your telephone equipment away ...

Page 8: ...and andallow it to charge for 12 hours After initial charge a maintenance charge of 8 hours should be sufficient Setup The original Handset that is shipped with yourv 2651system will be automatically registered to the Base This Handset is HANDSET 1 As you register additional Handsets to the system they will be assigned extension numbers in the following order HANDSET 2 HANDSET 3 and finally HANDSE...

Page 9: ...explode 2 Donotopenormutilatethebatterypack Toxicsubstancesmaybereleased causing harm to eyes or skin 3 Exercise care in handling battery packs in order to prevent an accidental shortofthechargecontacts potentiallycausingthebatterypacktooverheat 4 Do not dispose of this battery pack into household garbage For information concerning proper battery recycling or disposal please contact your local Rec...

Page 10: ...adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector to the bottom of the base unit If the handset battery pack has not been charged previously place the handset in the base unit cradle and allow it to charge for 12 hours 3 Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the bottom of the base unit and the other end to the telephone jack 4 Mount the base unit on the wall Position the base unit so...

Page 11: ...ns how to register additional Handsets to your v 2651 system Your VTech v 2651 system can operate up to 4 Handsets The VTech accessory Handset consists of the following Setup Of The v 2600 Accessory Handset 1 Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet 2 Install the battery pack as described previously To order additional Handsets model v 2600 Call 1 800 595 9511 InCanada call1 800 267 737...

Page 12: ...et will display PLEASE WAIT 4 Wait approximately 15 seconds The Handset will display FOUND BASE NOTE Occasionally it will take longer than 15 seconds for the Handset to find the Base Unit This is normal If the Handset displays BASE BUSYTRYLATER thisindicates that the system is in use Wait untiltheBaseUnitisintheidle on hook mode and repeat steps 2 to 4 Congratulations Youcannowenjoythe benefits of...

Page 13: ...intercom call For example 02 indicates that the Base and Handset 2 are on an intercom call Battery indicator Cycles Low Medium and High when Handset battery is charging Flashes when a low battery condition is detected Muteindicator On steady when the Handset microphone is muted Hold indicator On steady when the line is on hold Range Extender indicator On steady when the Range Extender is on Handse...

Page 14: ...el extension is in use Flashes when the phone rings Flashes when setting Base ringer melody or volume Lights whenever the Handset is placed in the Base unit charging cradle Lights when Base speakerphone is in use Flashes when the phone rings Flashes when the Handset places a call on Hold Handset and Base Indicators Mute Lights when Base microphone is muted Speakerphone ...

Page 15: ...ur v 2651 is capable of displaying the name and or number of the party calling before you answer the phone Caller ID It is also capable of displaying Caller ID information in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal Call Waiting Caller ID With Call Waiting Caller ID the Caller ID data is displayed so you can decide whether to answer the incoming call or continue with your current conversation ...

Page 16: ... dial the number displayed you can simplypresstheONorSPEAKER key You can also press the CID key to access the following options DEL OPT SAVE DEL Select this option to delete THIS or ALL records in Caller ID Memory OPT Select this option to display up to four possible dialing strings of the number stored in Caller ID Memory If a number is provided in the Caller ID data the possible options to choos...

Page 17: ...ed RANGE TONE preset to ON Select this option to turn the Out of Range warning tone ON or OFF Press the OFF or ON soft keys to make your selection Press OK to confirm your selection and return to the Handset Settings menu When set to ON the Handset will emit a warning tone whenever the Handset is taken out of range of the Base KEYPAD TONE preset to ON Select this option to turn the Keypad tones ON...

Page 18: ...ER An E icon will appear in the upper left corner of the Handset display indicating that RANGE EXTENDER is ON Range Extender 3 Select AUTO to allow your v 2651 to automatically monitor the signal strength between the handset and base unit and activate whenever necessary When RANGE EXTENDER is enabled an E icon will appear in the upper left corner of the Handset display Use the scroll keys to selec...

Page 19: ...r You will be prompted to enter the 15 digit Base ID code printed on the underside of the base unit After entering this code press OK The Handset will display SEARCHING FOR BASE and then FOUND BASE when the process is complete See Registration of Additional Handsets page 11 for details Note Base ID codes are 15 digits long and can include the following characters 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 or Register an...

Page 20: ...the MEM softkey You will then be prompted to ENTER NAME Use the digit keys to spell the name If you make a mistake press the CLR softkey To enter a space press aa When finished press SAVE If there is space available in memory the number name will be saved and the Handset will return to pre dial mode If the memory is full the Handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL and exit to pre dial mode without ...

Page 21: ...r the first few charcters of the name If you make a mistake press CLR softkey Then press FIND to search The closest match in alphabetical order will be displayed Once you find the entry you want simply press ON or SPEAKER to dial the number To Delete a Number Name Using the steps from in To Search For and Dial a Name Number locate the entry you want to delete Press the EDIT softkey The Handset wil...

Page 22: ...oft key twice Press either NAME or NUM for editing Using the soft key move the cursor to the character you want to edit and then enter the corrections as needed Press MORE to access DEL BACK and PAUSE when editing the name DEL BACK and SPACE functions When finished press theSAVEsoftkey Toexit without saving press OFF When finished the handset will display the edited entry Memory Press the DEL soft...

Page 23: ...lume keys the Base will emit the selected Ringer and volume setting for one second To turn the Base ringer OFF press the VOLUME until the ringer preview cannot be heard To save the Ringer Volume selection and exit press To exit without saving press The phone must be off Press the star key three times The Base will emit a happy tone and the IN USE LED will flash Press the 1 2 3 4 5 or 6 keys to sel...

Page 24: ...memory Hold down the REDIAL key for more than 2 seconds to erase the contents in redial memory This is to prevent the accidental dialing of the number stored in redial memory You will hear a confirmation tone Answering Calls From the Base Unit Press SPEAKERPHONE Press SPEAKERPHONE to end your call SPEAKERPHONE SPEAKERPHONE Making Calls Press SPEAKERPHONE Dial the phone number Press SPEAKERPHONE to...

Page 25: ...ll Waiting Simply press the ON key on the Handset to flash the line Using the Base Speakerphone press the FLASH key Volume Control From the Handset During an active call press the VOL soft key then use the and soft keys to adjust the earpiece or Handset Speaker volume Notice the change in the display graph as you adjust the volume An increase in volume will be represented by an increase in shaded ...

Page 26: ... call press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the base From Handset to Base Press the INTERCOM key followed by 0 The Base will ring once and then automatically enter INTERCOM mode To end an intercom call press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the Base From Handset to Handset Press the INTERCOM key followed by the number of the other Handset you wish to call e g INTERCOM 3 Handset 3 can then answe...

Page 27: ...icon will flash and a warning beep is played The status message LOW BATTERY will also be displayed when the Handset is in idle mode Base Speakerphone Operation The Base of your v 2651 is equipped with a duplex speakerphone This is a very useful feature for handsfree conversations or conference calls at the Base unit For more information refer to Making Calls in Handset and Base Operation Handsfree...

Page 28: ...erform an announced transfer call and advise another extension of an active call by doing the following steps Place the active call on HOLD Press the INTERCOM key followed by the number of the Handset 1 2 3 4 or Base 0 that you wish to transfer the call to When the other extension answers the intercom call explain they have an actie call waiting Either extension presses OFF on the Handset or INTER...

Page 29: ...e Headset Jack on the v 2651 Handset ConnecttheplugontheHeadsetcordtothejackonthecordlessHandset underasmallrubberflap Theplugshouldfitsecurely Donotforcetheconnection Belt Clip Your v 2651 is equipped with an attached belt clip At the top of the Handset slide the clip away from the body of the Handset by pushing in the indent with your finger CAUTION The Belt Clip is designed to remain attached t...

Page 30: ...ng 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 electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water If your Base Unit should fall into water DO NOT RETRI...

Page 31: ... that phone either the problem is in your wiring or local service Contact your local telephonecompany You Get Noise Static Or A Weak Signal Even When You re Near The Base Unit Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the Base Unit can sometimes 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...

Page 32: ... Keys Or Buttons Work In Case Of Difficulty Make sure the power cord is plugged in Common Cure For Electronic Equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally then try putting the Handset in the cradle 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 pack 3 Wait a few minutes 4 Connect power to the ...

Page 33: ...xpectthe repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days 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 t...

Page 34: ...th 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 complete and correct mailing address and tele...

Page 35: ...te 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 Additional Information ...

Page 36: ...rmodificationstothisunitnotexpresslyapprovedbytheparty responsibleforcompliancecouldvoidtheuser sauthoritytooperatetheequipment The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and i...

Page 37: ...ed by the phrase FCC Reg No and the REN is listed separately For equipment approved after that date the product identifier is preceded by US and a colon and the REN is encoded in the product identifier as the sixth and seventh characters following the colon For example the product identifier US AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate an REN of 0 3 TheRENisusedtodeterminehowmanydevicesyoumayconnecttoyourtele...

Page 38: ...is registered for use in Canada Notice This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications 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 technicalspecificationsweremet ItdoesnotimplythatIndustryC...

Page 39: ...and the construction and layout of your home or office 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 c...

Page 40: ...FCC Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use SIZE Handset 171 5mm x 53mm x 45mm Base 184 2mm x 142mm x 70 10mm WEIGHT Handset 134 grams Base 360 grams POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset 600mAh NiCd Battery Pack Base 9 VDC 500mA MEMORY Directory 50 Memory locations 32 digits per location CID Alphanumeric Display 50 Memory locations SPECIFICATIONSARETYPICAL AN...

Page 41: ...tender 18 Register and Memory 19 Memory 20 Base Settings 23 Advanced Operations 24 Handset and Base Operation 24 Making and Answering Calls 24 Redial from Base Unit 24 Mute Hold and Flash 25 Volume Control 25 Intercom 26 Speakerphone Operation 27 Line In Use Indication 27 Low Battery Indication 27 Message Waiting Indication 28 Conference Calling 28 Transferring Calls 28 Additional Information 29 H...

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