VTech vt2431 Operations Instructions

1When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should alwaysbe followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to perso

10Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Function1. Open the spare battery chargerby pressing the release button,located on the right-hand side ofthe Base

11Charging Of Handset Battery PackThe Handset of your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is powered by arechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically

12Wall MountingThe Wall Mount bracket is designedfor use on standard Wall Mount platesonly.1. Line up the tabs on the wallmount adapter with the holes

13Registration and OperationRegistration And Operation Of The VTech VT2420 AccessoryHandsetYour VTech GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 4 Handsets.Th

14Enter Base ID Code1. After charging the Handset,remove it from its Charge Cradle,the screen will display:2. Press NEW, then enter the 15digit Base U

15Handset IconsIconDescriptionLine In Use indicatorOn steady with no number next to it when a parallel set isin use.On steady with one or more numbers

16Handset LEDsLEDMessageWaitingBase LEDSLEDPowerLine In UseHandsetChargingDescription• Lights to indicate that you have new messages in yourvoicemail.

17The GIGIAPHONE has an advanceddesign that uses a menu structure andsoft keys to access all of the built-infeatures.Example of the idle mode display:

18From the idle (OFF) mode, pressMENU, use the scroll keysto select CALLS LOG, then press OK.The Caller ID information of the mostrecentl

19From the Handset Settings menu you can select the following options to modify:• RINGER VOLUMESelect this option to adjust the ringer volume. Us

212. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a VTECH authorized service facility under the following conditions:A. When the po

20Use this option to register a Handset to the GIGAPHONE Base. You can registera total of four Handsets to the GIGAPHONE Base. This process is activ

21The GIGAPHONE can store up to 50 names/numbers in memory. Each memorylocation can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters for the name.When pr

22To Store a Number/Name:• Starting from the idle screen,enter the number you want tostore in memory.• Be sure to include long distancecodes and pause

23To Search For and Dial aNumber/Name:• Starting from the idle screen,press the MEM softkey to reviewmemory contents.• Using the

24• Press the DEL softkey. TheHandset will display:• To delete this record, press THIS.• To confirm the deletion of ALLrecords, press YES. To exitwit

25Handset and Base OperationMaking CallsFrom the Handset• Press ON (or, HANDSFREE touse the Handset Speakerphonefeature).Dial the phone number. -OR-•

26Flash FunctionYou can use your GIGAPHONE withservices such as Call Waiting. Simplypress the ON key on the Handset toFLASH the line.Handset and Base

27From Handset to Handset :• Press the INTERCOM keyfollowed by the number of theother Handset you wish to call(e.g. INTERCOM 3).• Handset 3 can then a

28Message Waiting IndicationThe GIGAPHONE is compatible with optional voicemail service provided bysome local telephone companies. If you subscribe t

29Conference CallingThe GIGAPHONE is capable of supporting conference calls with up to tworegistered Handsets.To enter a conference call, simply acces

3The GIGAPHONE is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHzfrequency range. Your GIGAPHONE is capable of supporting up to a maximumof

30Answering System Programming OverviewSetup order for the Answering System is :Answering System SetupDuring Answering System setup, the display will

31NOTE:In Announce Only mode, youroutgoing announcement is repeatedbefore hanging up.Recording / Playing / Deleting theOutgoing Messages (OGM)1. Press

32Day and TimeDuring initial setup, or after a power failure, the day and time default is setto Monday, 12:00am. The display will flash "CL"

33Set Announce Only CAUTION: If you turn on the Announce Only option, your callers cannot leave a message.1. Press MENU until "Set Announce Only&

34Leaving a Message (Incoming Message)The Answering System will answer a call (according to the current ring selection),then play the OGM, followed by

35Saving Messages• The Answering System will automatically save your messages if you donot deletethem. The messages will be retained even after power

36Check Current Day and TimeYou can check the current day andtime by pressing TIME/SET. After theannouncement, the Answering Systemwill generate a bee

37Auto Disconnect for Extension Phone Pick-upThe Answering System will auto-disconnect the telephone line if an extensionphone or the cordless Handset

38Answering System OperationsBASE UNIT MESSAGE WINDOW (LED)• The large Base Unit LED provides useful data on the status ofyour VT 2461 answ

39Remote Operation Of Answering SystemRemote operation allows you to control the functions of the Answering Systemwhen you are away from the Bas

4Parts Check List5. Battery Pack6. Wall Mounting Bracket7. Belt clip8. Owner's Manual9. Quick Reference GuideTo purchase replacement battery p

40Remote Operation Of Answering SystemSkip Messages During Playback1. Press "#6" once to skip forward to the next message.Stop Message Playb

41*Voice Menu for Remote OperationThe system provides two pre-recorded voice menus to help you during remoteoperation. Press " 5", and y

42Headset OperationYour GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jackfor use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free op

43Taking Care Of Your TelephoneYour GIGAPHONE cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts,so it must be treated with care.Avoid rough t

44In Case Of DifficultyIf you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solvethe problem. If you still have difficulty after

45You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone• Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regulartelephone. If you still hear ot

46WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER?• Any defect in material or workmanship.FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE?• To the original purchaser on

47WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY NOT COVER?• Batteries• Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, powersurges,etc.)• Products which m

48FCC and IC RegulationsThis equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also comp

49FCC Part 68The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the nationwidetelephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C

5The Handset Layout1. Antenna2. Message Waiting Indicator3. Earpiece4. Headset Jack (2.5mm)5. Scroll Keys6. On (Flash)7. Dialing Key (0-9)8. Handsfree

50Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible tobe connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications compan

51Technical SpecificationsFREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCY2401.056 - 2481.408 MHzRECEIVE FREQUENCY2401.056 - 2481.

1.Important Safety Instructions3. Introduction4. Parts Check List5. The Handset Layout6. The Base Unit Layout7. Getting Started7. Setup9. Installation

1IMPORTANT:The VT2420 is an Accessory Handset for use with the VT2431 GIGAPHONEsystem. You must have the VT2431 in order to use the VT2420 Accessory H

2When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always befollowed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to perso

312. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a VTECH authorized service facility under the following conditions:A. When the po

61. Page2. Charging Contacts3. Power Indicator4. Line In Use Indicator5. Charge Indicator6. Volume Keys7. Answer ON/OFF Key8. Repeat/Slow Key9. Skip/Q

4SetupRegistration And Operation Of The VTECH VT2420Accessory HandsetYour VTECH GIGAPHONE system can operate up to 4 Handsets.The VTECH accessory Hand

5Follow the steps below:1. Remove the battery cover bypressing on the indent and slidingdownward.2. Place the new battery pack in thehandset with the

6Enter Base ID Code1. After charging the Handset, removeit from its Charge Cradle, thescreen will display:2. Press NEW, then enter the 15 digitBase Un

7The Handset Layout1. Antenna2.Message Waiting Indicator3. Earpiece4. Headset Jack (2.5mm)5. Scroll Keys6. On (Flash)7. Dialing Key (0-9)8.Handsfree S

8Handset IconsIconDescriptionLine In Use indicatorOn steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is in use.On steady with one or more numbers

9Headset OperationYour GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack foruse with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free ope

10Taking Care Of Your TelephoneYour GIGAPHONE cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so itmust be treated with care.Avoid rough t

11In Case Of DifficultyIf you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve theproblem. If you still have difficulty after

12You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone• Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regulartelephone. If you still hear ot

13WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER?• Any defect in material or workmanship.FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE?• To the original purchaser on

7Setup1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connectorinto the back of the base unit.Connecting to phone linePlug one end

14WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY NOT COVER?• Batteries• Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, power surges,etc.)• Products which

15FCC and IC RegulationsThis equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission(FCC) rules for the United States. It also comp

16FCC Part 68The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the nationwidetelephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C

17Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to beconnected to the facilities of the local telecommunications compan

18Technical SpecificationsFREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCY2401.056 - 2481.408 MHzRECEIVE FREQUENCY2401.056 - 2481.

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Table Of Contents1. Introduction2. Important Safety Instructions4. Getting Started4. Setup5. Installation of Battery Pack in Handset6. Registration7.

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VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS ITD.WWW.vtechphones.comACCESSORY HANDSET FOR USE WITH VT2431 SYSTEMUSER'S MANUALACCESSORY HANDSET2420

8TONEPULSETONEPULSEIMPORTANT:For best performance theGIGAPHONE should be installed asfollows:In an elevated location, in the centerof the room, with n

9Follow the steps below:1. Remove the battery cover bypressing on the indent andsliding downward.2. Place the new battery pack in thehandset with the