VTech GiGA5.8x VT5836 manual

1 Introduction ST OP!! Thank you for choosing VT ech GiGA5.8x , the most advanced cordless telephone operates in the 5.8GHz frequency range. Upgraded with a large colour LCD display and lots of extra features, GiGA5.8x brings convenience and pleasure to your daily communication with your loved ones. This manual is designed to familiarise you with t[...]

2 When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, 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 not use liqu[...]

3 C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged[...]

4 Part s Check List 5 . Software CD-ROM Disc 6 . Battery Pack 7 . User's Manual 8 . Audio Patch Cable 9 USB Cable 1 . Handset 2 . Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 3 . Belt Clip 4 . Handset Charger Getting St arted Handset Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Belt Clip Handset Charger Software CD-ROM Disc Battery Pack User's Manual Audio Patch Cable[...]

5 The Handset Layout 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Headset Jack and Audio Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm) 4. Soft/Select Key 5. On/Flash Key 6. Dialing Keys (0-9, * , #) 7. Speakerphone Key 8. Speakerphone LED 9. Message Waiting /In Use/ Incoming Ringing LED Getting St arted 10. Colour LCD Display 11. 5 -Way Joystick 12. Volume Keys 13. Soft Key 14. Off/Cance[...]

6 Setup Follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by press ing on the indent and sliding downward. 2. Place the new battery pack in the Handset with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery compartment cover by sliding it upwards. 4. Place the Handset in the charger[...]

7 Setup Getting St arted Battery Life A fully charged battery provides an average talk time of about 8 hours or standby time of 5 days. NOTE: Talk time and standby time may vary depending on operating conditions. Battery Indicator Ten minutes before the battery charge level gets too low to operate the Hand- set, an empty battery icon will start fla[...]

8 Registration Registering an VT5801 Handset for the first time After charging, the screen will display: Find the BASE ID Code by doing the following (Base must be OFF): 1 ) At the Base, press MENU . 2 ) Scroll down to DISPLA Y BASE-ID , then press OK . 3) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a mistake, move the joystick to[...]

9 Handset Number Indicator • Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left corner after the Handset has found the Base. Searching for Base Indicator • Indicates that the Handset is still searching for the Base. Intercom Indicator • On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For example,[...]

10 Handset Menu Basic Operation Joystick Operation • This Handset is equipped with a 5-way navigation joystick: Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), Down ( ),and In ( ). • The joystick allows you to access the Handset’s advanced features and settings. • Press the joystick in any direction to access the Main Menu when in idle or screen saver mode. ?[...]

11 Handset Menu Calls Log (dialing key 3) - review Caller ID data; select and dial from the Caller ID data or from the Redial list that accounts for the last 10 dialed phone num bers. Pictures (dialing key 4) - choose from the many preset images or download new images into the H andset to be used as your idle screen (wall paper) or as sign an image[...]

12 Global Page from Handset • With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the joy stick in or press the left soft key. • Press the joystick or to navigate to GLOBAL P AGE or press “ ” key. • Press the joystick in or press the left soft key for confirmation. • Any registered Handset or Base can answer the global page, thus entering Interco[...]

13 Adding Phonebook Entries • From the Handset idle ( OFF ) mode, press the joy- stick in any direction or press the left softkey. The Phonebook icon should be highlighted. Press the joystick in or left soft key again. • Press NEW . NOTE: When phone book is full, pressing NEW, "Phonebook is Full" displays and an error tone sounds. •[...]

14 to sample the ringer options. • Press OK for confirmation. NOTE: There are 8 traditional ring tones and 12 re corded personal ringers. For Recordable Ringer, please refer to page 20 for details. NOTE : If there is no need to have distinctive image, you can press SA VE now. • If you wish to be visually alerted to calls from this number by cha[...]

15 — OR — You can press FIND softkey, enter the first few characters of the name and then press OK to search. If you make a mistake, press softkey. The closest match, in alphabetical order, will be displayed. • Once you can find the entry you want, simply press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the n u m ber. Editing Phonebook Entries • Following [...]

16 • Press the joystick in . The screen will display: • Press DELETE softkey. The screen will display: • To confirm the deletion, press YES . To exit with- out deleting. press NO . Calls Log With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to view your Caller ID and Redial options: Review CID Log Clear CID Log Review Redial [...]

17 Clear Redial (dialing key 4) - select this option to delete all phone numbers stored in redial memory.You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen. Settings With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal the following menu: Set Time (dialing key 2) -[...]

18 Sounds & Alerts With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal the following options: Ringer Control (dialing key 2) - this option allows you to change the Ringer Vol ume, turn the Ringer On/Off and control the Vibrating Ringer. Ringers (dialing key 3) - this option allows you to assign a new Ring Tone. You can [...]

19 screen (wall paper) or assign a specific image to a phonebook directory in the available 50 directories. Set a Wallpaper image To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Then choose an image in one of the three ( My Pictures , Images or Emotions ) menu options. Once you have selected the image, press the soft key to set[...]

20 Ringer C.I.Y . Basic Operation You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer or for a Distinctive Ringer for assigning to a individual phonebook directory. You can either record using the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord), or simply use the Handset microphone. You are allowed to record 9 unique ringers[...]

21 Download your own image Do you have a favorite image stored in your personal computer that you would like to use as your VT5801 wallpaper or to assign to one of your 50 available phonebook directories? Using the provided Image Editor Software, you can view and convert your image. Once you have selected your file and viewed your image in the soft[...]

22 -Adjust Brightness and Contrast -Adjust Color • Before downloading your image, make sure that the provided USB cord is correctly installed into your computer (using the large connector) and Handset (using the small connector). After you have completed the image editing process, press Send to Phone and then your image will be downloaded into th[...]

23 Handset Operation Making Calls From the Handset • Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use the Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number. -OR- Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE ). • Press OFF to end your call or place the Handset in charger cradle to end your call. Answering Calls From the Handset • Press any [...]

24 MID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the recommended setting for hearing aid users) TREBLE - High Frequency sounds enhanced NA TURAL - No frequency enhancement (Your Handset is preset with this selection) The Handset will graphically display the four modes. NOTE: The Sound Select feature can't be use when in Speakerphone or Headset talk[...]

25 Flash Function You can use your VT5801 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON/FLASH key on the Handset Conference Calling The VT5836 or VT5886 is capable of supporting con- ference calls with up to two registered Handsets, and the Base Unit. To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two or more extensions by pressi[...]

26 Your VT5801 cordless Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the VT5801. To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 852-2776 3223. Once you have a c[...]

27 Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your VT5801 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials 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[...]

28 In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Customer Service at 852-2776 3223. The Phone Doesn't Work At All • Make sure the Power Cord is plugged into the electrical outlet. • Make sure the tele[...]

29 Your Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in • It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON . If you’d like to turn it off, see Sounds & Alerts - Ringer CONTROL . You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you [...]

30 T echnical S pecifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base : 5744.736-5825.952 MHz Handset : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz Handset: 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels SIZE Handset : 193mm x 52mm x 40mm (including antenna) Charger : 77mm x 69mm x 54mm WE[...]

Introduction....................................................................................................................1 Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................2 Getting Started............................................................................................[...]

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