VTech vt2498 Operations Instructions

1When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce therisk of fire, electric shock and injury, includi

10Wall Mounting (optional)Handset Charger1 Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.2 Mount the Handset Charger on the wall. Position the Handset

11Base FeaturesPROG Key* Press this key to program names andnumbers in the Base directory, changedial mode (tone/pulse), or clearMessage Waiting aler

12Base FeaturesHOLD Key* Press HOLD to place your call onhold. The IN USE light flashes.* Press HOLD or SPEAKER to returnto the call.* You can also

13Cordless Handset FeaturesCID/ Key* While on a call, press this key to lowerthe Handset volume.* Press this key to access Caller IDand Call Waitin

14Cordless Handset FeaturesGetting StartedSELECT Key* Use in conjunction with PROG/CHAN for Handset programming.OFF Key* Press OFF to end your call.*

15Operating InstructionsCordless Handset MenuIn the idle mode, press PROG/CHAN, then or to scroll through the followingoptions:DIRECTORY for prog

16Basic OperationBase MenuIn the idle mode, press PROG, then or to scroll through the following options:DIRECTORY for programming Name and Numbe

17Operating InstructionsMaking a Call from the Base Unit* Pick up the corded Handset or pressSPEAKER, then dial the number;-OR-* Dial the number first

18Operating InstructionsEnding a Base Unit Call* Return the corded Handset to the cradle, or press SPEAKER.Ending a call when using the Cordless Hands

19Operating InstructionsBasic OperationIntercomFrom Cordless Handset to Base:* Press INTERCOM on the cordless Handset. The screens display** PAGING *

2Parts Check List1 Base Unit2. Corded Handset3. Handset Cord4. Cordless Handset5. Handset Charger Corded Handset Base Unit

20Operating InstructionsHandset Ringer StyleYou can select from 4 different Handset ringer styles,or turn the Handset ringer off. With the Handset in

21Base Intercom denied since cordless Handsetis in use.Call was placed on Hold.Base is in intercom mode with cordless Handset.New unplayed messages ar

22 Dial key 1 2 3 4 5 6Presses1234567890*#BEHKNQUX‘CFILORVY,23456S8Z-

23Phone Book Directory* When you finish entering the name, press SELECT. The screen displaysENTER NUMBER.* Enter the telephone number. Press to bac

24Phone Book DirectoryDeleting a Number/Name Stored in the Directory* Press ( ). The screen displays DIRECTORY.* Press or to search for the d

25Caller ID OperationAbout Call HistoryThis phone assigns each incoming call a number from 1 to 90. The most recent callwill have the highest

26Caller ID OperationDeleting Records from Call HistoryDelete a Specific Call* Locate the record you want to delete from call history by following the

27Caller ID OperationThe other party is blocking their name.The other party is blocking their number.The other party is blocking their name and number

28Your VT2498 Cordless Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack foruse with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choo

29MaintenanceTaking Care Of Your TelephoneYour VT2498 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, soit must be treated with care.Avoi

3The Base Unit Layout1. Corded Handset2. LCD Display3. Clear4. CID (Caller ID) / 5. DIR (Directory) / 6. Select7. Program8. Flash9. Intercom10.Hold11.

30If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solvethe problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these sugg

31In Case Of DifficultyYou Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone• Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regulartelephone.

32What does this limited warranty cover?• The manufacturer of this VTECH product, VTECH Communications,warrants to the holder of a valid proof of pu

33Warranty Statementconditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non

34Warranty StatementOther Limitations• This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you andVTECH. It supersedes all other written or

35This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulationsR

36FCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsFCC and ACTA InformationIf this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network priorto July 23, 2001, it

37FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations4. Rights of the telephone companyIf this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network,thetelephonecompany may tem

38FCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsNOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.7. TheREN assigned to each terminal equipme

39The RBRC® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicatesthat VTech communications, Inc. is voluntarily participatingin an industry program to colle

4The Cordless Handset Layout1. Antenna2. Earpiece3. Volume/Scroll Keys4. Phone ( Flash )5. Dialing Keys ( 0-9,*, # )6. Intercom7. Program ( Channel )8

40Technical SpecificationsFREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCYBase: 2411.15 - 2418.4 MHzHandset: 912.75 - 917.10 MHzR

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CONTENTSImportant Safety Instructions...1Parts Check List...

Phone Book Directory...22Storing a Number/Name in the Ph

5SetupConnecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connectorinto the back of the B

6SetupInstallation of Battery Pack in HandsetFollow the steps below:1. Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation andsliding down

7SetupGetting StartedIMPORTANT:1. Do not dispose of a battery pack in a fire, the cell may explode.2. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Toxi

8Wall Mounting (optional)Base Unit1. Release the bracket from its desk mount position on the underside of theBase by pressing as shown below:2. Turn t

9Wall Mounting (optional)4. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack labeled TEL. LINE on the back ofthe Base.5. Connect the power cord to the jack