VTech BS5822 User Manual

User’s ManualModel: BS5822

9Handset and base indicatorsHandset displayIcon DescriptionMUTE Turns on when the microphone is muted.NEW Turns on when there are new call log entrie

10Handset layout1. Antenna2. CID 3. Redial/pause4. On/ash5. Dialing key (0 - 9, *, #) 6. Voicemail7. Play 8. Skip 9. Menu/select10. Phoneboo

11Basic operation1. Intercom2. In use 3. Voicemail4. Charge Base unit layout

12Handset operationMaking callsPress ON (or, SPEAKER ( ) to use the handset speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number.-OR-Dial the phone number 

13Basic operationMute• During an active call, press the MUTE key on handset to disable the microphone. The screen will display:• Press MUTE again

14• Press ON, SPEAKER or INTERCOM on the handset being called to answer the intercom call. You may now discuss the external call with the person who

15Basic operationCall forwardYou can forward calls between any handsets registered to it.• A handset on an external call can forward it to any other

16Handset display screen messagesScreen displays: When:PHONEThe handset is in use.ENDEDThe handset is on hook.NO ENTRIESYou are accessing an empty dir

17Basic operationHandset display screen messagesScreen displays: When:HANDSET X IS CALLINGOther handset is calling.LINE IN USEAn extension phone is in

18Ringer volume• From the idle (off) mode, press MENU/SELECT on the handset then the or key to RINGER VOLUME.• Press MENU/SELECT on the handset. T

1Table of contentsGetting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . .

19Basic operationKey tone (preset to on)• From the idle (off) mode, press MENU/SELECT on the handset then the or keys to select KEY TONE.• Press M

20PhonebookYour phone can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters

21Basic operationPhonebookEach press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order:Review/dial from the phonebook• Pre

22• Scroll through the phonebook entries using the and keys or enter rst character of the name to be searched (using the digit keys) and continue

23Basic operationShared call logThe caller ID log is stored in the base, and is shared by the system handsets. Changes made at a handset will be reec

24Caller ID • If you answer a call before the caller ID information appears on the screen, it will not be in the call history.This pro

25Basic operationScreen displays: When:PRIVATE NUMBERThe other party is blocking name and/or number information.UNKNOWN NUMBERYour phone company is un

26• In order to use these features, you must subscribe to and activate voicemail service through your local telephone company.• When one handset is

27Basic operationYou can access the following options:ACCESS NUMBER PASSWORD PLAY SKIP ERASE RESET ALL CODESProgram the passwordYo

28Press DELETE/MUTE on the handset. Enter the new number provided by your local telephone company. To enter pauses, press and hold PAUSE. When

2Table of contentsProgram the voicemail key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Program the play key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

29Basic operationCustom pay-per-use (PPU) featuresPPU keys on handsetTo access PPU features on the handsets:• Press ON.• Press BILLED SERVICES key,

30Press DELETE/MUTE on the handset. Enter the new number provided by your local telephone company. To enter pauses, press and hold PAUSE. When

31Basic operationHeadset operationOperating rangeThis cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commi

32Batteries• If you repeatedly get a low battery indicator, even after charging overnight, the battery should be replaced.• To reduce the risk o

33TroubleshootingIf you have difculty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difculty after trying

34TroubleshootingProblem SuggestionI cannot dial out. • Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The handset may take a second or two to nd th

35Additional informationTroubleshootingProblem SuggestionI get noise, static, or weak signal even when I’m near the base.• Other electronic p

36TroubleshootingProblem SuggestionMy handset does not ring when I receive a call.• Make sure you have the ringer activated. Refer to the

37Additional informationTroubleshootingProblem SuggestionMy calls fade or cut in and out while I’m using my handset.• Other electronic products

38TroubleshootingProblem SuggestionM y C all er I D i s n’ t working.• Caller ID is a subscription service. You must subscribe to this service f

3Parts checklist:1. Handset2. Base unit 3. Base wall mount bracket 4. Battery 5. Telephone line cord6. Belt clip7. AC power adaptor8. User’s m

39Additional informationMaintenanceTaking care of your telephoneYour cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated

40Important safety instructionsWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of re, elec

41Additional informationFCC, ACTA and IC regulationsFCC Part 15This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B

42FCC, ACTA and IC regulations* Remain on the line and briey explain the reason for the call before hanging up.* Perform such activities in off-peak

43Additional informationEnhanced 5.8GHz technology–your phone operates on a dual band transmission that combines the best of 5.8GHz and 2.4GHz technol

44IndexAAbout call history 24Access voicemail 26Additional information 33Answering calls 12BBase display 9Base unit layout 11Basic operation 9B

45IndexInstall handset battery 4Intercom call 14KKey tone 19LLanguage 19MMaintenance 39Making calls 12Mute 10, 13OOperating range 31PParts che

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4InstallationFor maximum performance of your cordless telephone system:1. Choose a central location for your base unit.2. Install your ba

5Table/desk installationInstallationModulartelephone jackStandardelectrical outletConnect the power cord. After charging the battery for at l

6InstallationCharge the handset batteryPlace the handset in the base. Be sure to charge the battery for at least 16 hours before using your phone.Chec

7Getting startedInstallationTo register your accessory handsetsYour phone comes with a handset which is already registered as Handset 1. Y

8The wall mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. 1. Follow the instructions on page 6 to connect the power to base a