VTech DS3211-2 User Manual

User’s manualw w w.v t e c h p h o n e s . c o mModel: DS3211-2

7Telephone settingsRinger volumeYou can set the ringer volume or turn the ringer off.Press PLAY/MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not i

8Telephone settingsLCD languageYou can select ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS or ESPAÑOL to be used in all screen displays.Press PLAY/MENU/SELECT to show the menu w

9Telephone settingsClear voicemailIf you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone company, NEW VOICEMAIL and will appear on the hand

10Telephone settingsSet voicemailIf you subscribe to voicemail service provided by your local telephone company, this feature enables you to program y

11Telephone settingsHome area codeIf you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required), you can program your home area code s

12Telephone operationMake a call Press /FLASH or . You hear a dial tone.Dial the number.Predial a callDial the number.Press /FLASH or .Answer a ca

13Telephone operationMuteThe mute function enables you to hear the other party but the other party cannot hear you.During a call, press MUTE/REMOVE on

14Telephone operationChain dialingUse this feature to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the directory, call log or redial while you a

15Telephone operationRedial listThe telephone stores the ve most recently dialed numbers. When there are already ve entries, the oldest entry is del

16Telephone operationOTHER HANDSET IS CALLINGINTERCOM CALLING OTHER HANDSETINTERCOM TO: Multip

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17Telephone operationShare an outside callYou can call another system handset to join an outside call. That call continues even if you hang up. During

18Telephone operationDirectoryThe directory can store up to 50 entries with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name.Dir

19Telephone operationStore a directory entryUse the following steps to store an entry in the directory.Press PLAY/MENU/SELECT when the handset is not

20Telephone operationCharacter chartUse the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes

21Telephone operationSearch the directoryEntries are sorted alphabetically. To search the directory:Press when the handset is not in use.-OR-Press P

22Telephone operationEdit a directory entryUse the following steps to edit an entry in the directory.Press when the handset is not in use.-OR-Press

23Telephone operationAbout caller IDThis product supports caller ID services provided by most local telephone service companies. Depending on your ser

24Telephone operationCall logIf you subscribe to caller ID service, information about each caller appears after the rst or second ring. If you answer

25Telephone operationVTECH800-595-9511 3:45 AM 1/02 >CALL LOG RINGER VOLUMEReview the call log Press CID when the handset is not in use.

26Telephone operationSave a call log entry to the directoryWhen in the call log, press or to browse.Press PLAY/MENU/SELECT to select an entry. The

Table of contentsiGetting started ...1Parts checklist ...1Telephone base and charger installation ...

27Telephone operationCall log display screen messagesDisplays WhenPRIVATE NAMEThe caller is blocking the name.PRIVATE NUMBERThe caller is blocking the

28AppendixHandset display screen messagesALREADY SAVED The telephone number entered is already stored in the directory.CALL LOG EMPTY

29AppendixHandset display screen messagesNO LINEThere is no telephone line connected.NO SIGNAL, CALL ENDEDCommunication between handset and telephone

30AppendixHandset and telephone base indicatorsHandset lightsOn when the handset speakerphone is in use.VOICEMAILFlashes when you have new voicemail f

31AppendixBatteryIt takes up to 16 hours for the battery to be fully charged. When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:Opera

32AppendixExpand your telephone systemThe handsets provided with your telephone system are pre-registered. Each handset is assigned a number that show

33AppendixReplace a handsetIf you want to replace a handset or re-assign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must de-register a

34AppendixTroubleshootingIf you have difculty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.v

35AppendixTroubleshootingThe CHARGE light is off.Clean the charging contacts on the handset and telephone base each month with a pencil eraser or a dr

36AppendixTroubleshootingI cannot dial out.First, try all the above suggestions.Make sure there is a dial tone before dialing. It is normal if the han

1Telephone line cordParts checklistYour telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty s

37AppendixTroubleshootingThe location of your telephone base can impact the performance of your cordless phone. For better reception, install the tele

38AppendixTroubleshootingCaller ID entries do not match the numbers I need to dial.Caller ID service delivers 10 digits (the area code plus the seven-

39AppendixImportant safety instructionsWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of 

40AppendixOperating rangeThis cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this

41AppendixAbout cordless telephonesPrivacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are t

42AppendixWarrantyWhat does this limited warranty cover?The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“C

43AppendixWarrantyHow do you get warranty service?To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, please call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada,

44AppendixFCC, ACTA and IC regulationsFCC Part 15This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device

45AppendixFCC, ACTA and IC regulationsIf this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue y

46AppendixFrequency controlCrystal controlled PLL synthesizerTransmit frequencyHandset: 1921.536-1928.448 MHzTelephone base: 1921.536-1928.448 MHzChan

2Getting startedTelephone base and charger installationInstall the telephone base and charger as shown below. The telephone base is designed for table

47AAdd a handset 32Alphabetical search 21Answer a call 12Answer an incoming call during an intercom call 16BBattery 3, 31CCaller ID 23Call log

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3Getting startedWhen the screen shows LOW BATTERY, the backlight is disabled (except the speakerphone and voicemail lights).If the handset will n

4Getting startedHandset layoutCID / (caller ID) When the telephone is not in use, press to review the call log (page 25).While in a menu, press to s

5Getting startedHandset layoutOFF/CLEAR During a call, press to hang up (page 12). While the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer temporari

6Getting startedFIND HANDSET Press to page all system handsets.IN USE lightFlashes when there is an incoming call, or another telephone is in use on t