VTech VT 1421 manuale d’uso

1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated cordless telephones on the market. The VT 1421 has been designed to offer a new standard in cordless telephone technology Unlike most other cordless phones, the VT 1421 digitizes your voice using advanced ADPCM digital voice encoding to provide noise and distortion-fre[...]

2 INTRODUCTION Special Features: • 900 MHz Operation. • Fully digital link between handset and base. • Digitally scrambled voice communication. • Alphanumeric Call Waiting Caller ID. • 50 Caller ID memory locations. • 2 row by 12 character 5x7 dot matrix alphanumeric display. • Backlit keypad and display on handset. • 21 number / lo[...]

3 INTRODUCTION MEMORY DIALING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • A C Adaptor Memory Dialing Card T elephone Line Cord Operation Manual W arranty Card VT ech VT ech Base Unit Handset Battery Pack W all MountIng Bracket Beltclip Parts Checklist 1. Handset 2. Base Unit 3. Wall Mounting Bracket 4. AC[...]

4 This equipment complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. A label [...]

5 FCC REGULATIONS FCC Part 68 The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C, RJ11W or RJ14). Your local telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance of disconnection, if p[...]

6 When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1 . Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do [...]

7 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to VTech Communications at 1-800-595- 9511, under the following conditions: • When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. • If liquid has been spilled into the product. • If the product has been exposed to rain or water. • If the product does not operate normall[...]

8 Charging the Handset Battery Pack The handset of your VT 1421 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in the base. You should charge the battery pack for 16 hours when you first receive your phone. You’ll know the battery pack needs recharging when: • The phone emits a war[...]

9 THE BATTERY PACK To Replace the Handset Battery Pack 1. Remove beltclip (if in use). 2. Remove the battery case cover. 3. Remove the old battery pack. Save it for recharging in the base unit spare battery charger. Do not dispose of this battery in household garbage. 4. Place the new battery pack in the handset. Make sure the metal contacts on the[...]

10 THE BATTERY PACK To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. Spare Battery Charger The VT 1421 has a built-in spare battery charger, which is located in the cradle of the base unit. Note: In order to benefit from this feature, you must obtain an optional spare battery from an authorized dealer, or by conta[...]

11 Setting up Your VT 1421 Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack. AC Power Adapter Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector to the back of the base unit. GETTING STARTED T o electrical outlet T o telephone jack Charge the Battery Charge the handset battery pack before use. The battery pac[...]

12 GETTING STARTED 5. Press the OK key to display the current DIAL TYPE setting and allow editing of the DIAL TYPE parameter: 6. Use the / keys to toggle between Tone and Pulse. 7. Press the OK key to confirm your selection. A confirmation tone will be generated, and the screen will display: 8. Press OFF twice to exit SETUP MODE. Connect Telephone [...]

13 The Wall Mounting bracket is designed to fit on standard Wall Mounting plates. 1. Choose a spot near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack. Your phone requires a modular telephone jack (120v AC). The power cord is six feet long; make sure there is an electrical outlet within reach of the base. A wall switch should not control the outlet. If [...]

14 THE HANDSET LAYOUT V OLUME / MENU DOWN key V OLUME / MENU UP key DIALING keys (0-9) OFF key OK key PHONE / FLASH key CHARGING CONT ACTS RETRACT ABLE ANTENNA T ONE (T emporary T one) P AUSE key DISPLA Y 2.5MM HEADSET JACK P AUSE k DELETE key MICROPHONE[...]

15 THE BASE UNIT LAYOUT MEMORY DIALING • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • PO WER indicator IN-USE/CHARGING indicator SP ARE BA TTER Y indicator SP ARE BA TTER Y CHARGE COMP ARTMENT P AGE key MESSA GE W AITING indicator MEMORY DIALING CARD[...]

16 BASE UNIT FEATURES Status Type Description POWER When the POWER LED is lit solid RED, it indicates that there is power to the base unit. IN USE (off hook) When the IN USE/CHARGING LED is lit solid GREEN it indicates that the phone is currently IN USE. RINGING The IN USE/CHARGING LED flashes GREEN in cadence with an incoming call. CHARGING When t[...]

17 On Hook Stage Off Hook Stage OK key OK key QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Handset Menu Operation CID MEMORY • Reveiw Caller ID Record (p.21) • Dailing From Caller ID Memory (p.22) • Delete Caller ID Memory (p.23) SPEED DIAL MEMORY • Dial from Memory (p.19) • Delete Speed Dial Memory (p.19) PROGRAM SPEED DIAL • Story Dial Memory (p.18) CLEAR M[...]

18 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE • Then press OK key again to confirm the MUTE feature. The screen displays: • To release the MUTE condiction and return to the call, press either PHONE or OFF key. To Page The Handset • To page from the base, press the PAGE key on the base. • To cancel the page either press PAGE again on the base, or press OFF on th[...]

19 Dialing From Memory • The phone should be OFF. • Press the OK key to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE • Press the OK again. The handset will display: • You can directly enter the 2-digit location number (i.e. 18), or you can use the keys to sequentially scroll through the memory[...]

20 • Use the keys to scroll through the Caller ID memory. • To view additional name characters not shown on the display, press and hold the 9 key. • To view the time and date of the call press and hold the 7 key. You will see a display like: Caller ID • To view information stored in Caller ID memory, press the OK key to activate the menu. ?[...]

21 CALLER ID Your VT 1421 cordless phone is capable of displaying the name and/ or phone number of the person calling, before you answer the phone. Subscription to Caller ID service through your local telephone company is required to utilize this feature. If you subscribe to alphanumeric (name and number) Caller ID service, the calling party’s na[...]

22 CALLER ID Reviewing Caller ID Memory The VT 1421 stores up to 50 Caller ID records in memory. Using the keys, you can sequentially scroll through the Caller ID records. • To view information stored in Caller ID memory, press the OK key to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: Dialing From Caller ID Memory • T[...]

23 CALLER ID 10 Digit Dialing • To dial Area Code + 7 Digit Phone Number, press the 2 key when reviewing Caller ID memory. For example: • Then press PHONE to dial. 8 Digit Dialing • To dial 1 + 7 Digit Phone Number, press the 3 key when reviewing Caller ID memory. For example: • Then press PHONE to dial. 7 Digit Dialing • To dial 7 Digit [...]

24 To proceed with the deletion, press the 0 key again. You will see the following LCD message: After the Caller ID record is deleted, the VT 1421 will return to Caller ID review mode. You can also delete the entire contents of the Caller ID memory. • Press OK to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: • Press and[...]

25 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Call Waiting Call Waiting is a subscription service available from most local telephone service providers. Contact your provider for details. While you are on a call, you will hear an alert signal (if you subscribe to this service), indicating that a second caller is trying to reach you. You can switch from the active call to [...]

26 First, dial the call normally. Then activate the Temporary Tone feature by pressing the (TONE) key. You can then press the numbers or symbols you need, and your phone will send the proper signals. When you end the call, the phone will automatically go back to PULSE service. Ear Piece Volume Adjustment The volume level of the incoming audio can b[...]

27 SETUP MODE OPTIONS The VT 1421 has four user configurable setup options which are accessible through the menu. Set Ring Type The VT 1421 has four programmable ringer tones, and the option to turn OFF the ringer. The default ringer setting is ring type 1. • Press OK to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: • P[...]

28 Dial Type Selection The VT 1421 supports either Tone or Pulse dialing. The default dial type is Tone. • Press OK to activate the menu. • Use the keys to locate the following menu item: SETUP MODE OPTIONS • Press OK to enter SETUP MODE. Use the keys to locate the following menu item: • Press the OK key to display the current dial type set[...]

29 Taking Care or Your Telephone Your VT 1421 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the headset down gently. Save the original packing material to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use[...]

30 WARRANTY WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER? • Any defect in material or workmanship. FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE? • To the original purchaser only – ONE YEAR . WHAT WILL VTECH DO? • At our option, repair or replace your unit. HOW DO I SEND MY UNIT, IN OR OUT OF WARRANTY? • Call VTech Communications customer service for Return A[...]

31 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications are typical and may change without notice. FREQUENCY CONTROLL Crystal Controlled Dual PLL Synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Handset : 925.05 MHz to 927.75 MHz (all ten channels within this range) Base : 902.3 MHz to 905.0 MHz (all ten channels within this range) RECEIVE FREQUENCY Handset : 902.3 MHz to 905.0 [...]

32 Page TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................... 1 Special Features .............................................................................................................. 2 Parts Check List ..................................................[...]

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