VTech VT5831 manual

1 When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be follo wed to reduce the r isk of fire, electric shock and injury , including the follo wing: 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[...]

2 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact VTECH under the following conditions: A. When the po wer supply cord or plug is damaged or fra yed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C . If the product has been exposed to rain or w ater . D . If the product does not operate nor mally by following the operating instructions. [...]

3 The VT5831 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz frequency range. Y our VT5831 is capab le of suppor ting up to a maxim um of 6 Handsets. Using additional Handsets, up to three people can be conferenced on a call (2 Handsets and the Base Speakerphone), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call, while two other extensi[...]

4 T o purchase replacement batter y packs , call VT ech Communications Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VT ech Electronics Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. P ar ts Check List 1. Base Unit 2. Handset 3. Handset Charger 4. Base A C P o wer Adapter 5. T elephone Line Cord 6. Belt Clip 7. Base W all Mounting Brack et 8. Charger W all Mounting Bracke t 9.[...]

5 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Headset Jack (2.5mm) 4. On (Flash) 5. Dialing K e ys (0-9, , #) 6. Speakerphone 7. Message W aiting LED The Handset Layout 8. LCD Display 9. Soft K eys 10. V olume 11. Off (Clear) 12. Sound Select 13. Microphone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 *[...]

6 1. Antenna 2. LCD Display 3. Clear 4. In Use 5. Flash 6. Hold 7. Redial 8. Mute 9. Messages LED The Base Unit Layout 10. Intercom 11. Soft keys 12. Speaker Phone 13. Dialing K e ys (0-9, , #) 14. V olume K e ys 15. T elephone Jac k 16. DC Connector 17. Spare Battery Drawer 18. Spare Battery Release 16 15 17 18 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 5 9 10 11 12 13 14 *[...]

7 Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Choose the location for your Handset Charger , and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet. Setup GETTING ST AR TED[...]

8 Setup GETTING ST AR TED Follow the steps below: 1 . Remove the battery cover by pressing 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 compar tment. 3 . Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards. 4 . If the new battery pack is not alre[...]

9 GETTING ST AR TED Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the Base Unit. Plug the other end of this cord into the wall jack. Checking for dial tone After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset. The Phone icon will appear on the Handset displa y , and y ou will hear dial tone. If not, s[...]

10 Spare Battery Charger/P ower Bac kup Feature GETTING ST AR TED 2 3 1 The VT5831 uses the spare batter y charger in the Base Unit to provide operational backup in the e vent of a pow er f ailure. With a fully charged battery pack in the spare batter y charger , you will still be able to place and receiv e calls from the Handset only , for up to 2[...]

11 1 2 1 3 3 The W all Mount brack ets are designed f or use on standard wall mount plates only . W all mounting is optional. 1 . Plug the AC adapters into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Connect the teleph one line cord to the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit, and the other end to the wall jack. 3. [...]

12 Expand your VT5831 system by adding accessory Handsets. Bring telephone service to rooms where a phone jack isn’t available! Registration and Operation Of The VT ech VT5820 Accessory Handset Y our VT ech VT5831 system can operate up to 6 Handsets. The VT5820 accessor y Handset consists of the f ollowing: Registration and Operation Setup Of The[...]

13 Y our VT5831 Handset comes registered to the Base Unit. T o register additional VT5820 Handsets, f ollow these steps: Enter Base ID Code 1 . After charging the Handset, remove it from its Charge Cradle; the screen will display: alternating with this screen: 2 . If, after charging the Handset, you see: 3 . Press NEW. You will now see the ENTER BA[...]

14 Description Line In Use indicator On steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is in use. On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call. Intercom indicator On steady with the extension numbers currently on an [...]

15 Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs Description • Flashes to indicate that you have new voicemail messages. Service must be subscribed to through your local telephone company • Lights when line is being used by a Handset of the VT5831 system. • Flashes when another telephone on the same line (parallel extension) is in use. • Lights [...]

16 Soft Menu Functions The VT5831 has an advanced design that uses a menu structure and soft keys to access many of the features. Example of the idle mode display: REDIAL From the Handset: Press REDIAL to display the last 10 telephone numbers dialed from the Handset. The number on the top line represents the last number dialed. • Use the scroll k[...]

17 B ASIC OPERA TION • T o dial, press SPEAKER PHONE. Erasing Numbers in Redial Memory (Handset or Base) • Press REDIAL , then scroll to the desired number . • Press SELECT , then ERASE . Saving Redial Numbers in Phone Book Memory (Handset or Base) • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired number . • Press SELECT , then SA VE . • Y ou [...]

18 HANDSET MENU With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU to access the following options: • CALLS LOG (Caller ID) • INTERCOM • HANDSET SETTINGS • SET TIME • CLOCK MODE • REGISTER Use the scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK . Press the OFF/CLEAR key to step back through the menu structure. Press and hold th[...]

19 Calls Log (Caller ID) Caller ID - Call W aiting ID Y our VT5831 is capable of displaying the name and/or n umber of the par ty calling before you answer the phone ( Caller ID ). It is also capable of displaying Caller ID inf ormation in conjunction with a Call W aiting aler t signal ( Call W aiting Caller ID ). With Call W aiting Caller ID , the[...]

20 Calls Log (Caller ID) Reviewing Caller ID from the Handset or Base As new Caller ID/Call Waiting ID records are received, your Handset and Base displays will aler t you to the ne w Caller ID records, for example: The number of new calls displayed on each system Handset and Base may not be the same. If, for example, you answer a call on Handset 2[...]

21 SA VE: Select this option to sav e the display ed Caller ID record into Speed Dial Memory . Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be sa ved into Speed Dial Memory . If y ou need to modify the n umber after sa ving, see TO EDIT A NUMBER . Deleting CID Records T o delete the display ed Caller ID record, press CID , then DEL. Y ou will [...]

22 B ASIC OPERA TION Handset Settings F rom the HANDSET SETTINGS menu you can select the following options to modify: • RINGER V OLUME Select this option to adjust the ringer volume. Use the scroll keys to adjust the volume up or do wn. Y ou will see a graph on the Handset display indicating the relative volume setting. At the lowest setting (gra[...]

23 Handset Settings B ASIC OPERA TION • KEYP AD T ONE (preset to ON) Select this option to turn the Ke ypad tones on or off. Press the OFF or ON soft key to make your selection. Press OK to confirm your selection and return to the HANDSET SETTINGS menu. When set to ON, the Handset will emit a beep whenever a key is pressed. • CONTRAST Select th[...]

24 B ASIC OPERA TION T o access Base Settings, with the Base in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU , scroll down to B ASE SETTINGS , then press OK . Y ou can now access the following setting options: • RINGER V OLUME • RINGER MELOD Y • KEYP AD TONE • TONE/PULSE • CONTRAST • LANGU A GE Press CLEAR at any time to back out of Base Settings mo[...]

25 B ASIC OPERA TION KEYP AD T ONE (preset to ON) K eypad tones are the ‘ beeps ’ you hear each time you press a key on the Base Unit. T o tur n this feature ON or OFF: • Press MENU . Scroll down to B ASE SETTINGS , then press OK . Scroll down to KEYP AD T ONE . • Press OK . Choose ON or OFF . • Press OK to confirm your selection. T ONE/P[...]

26 B ASIC OPERA TION The VT5831 can store up to 50 names/numbers in memory . Each memor y location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME ?, use the digit ke ys to ‘ spell ’ the name. Each press of a par ticular ke y causes characters to be display ed in the f ollowing order: Each system Hands[...]

27 B ASIC OPERA TION T o Store a Number/Name: • Star ting from the idle screen, enter the number y ou want to store in memory . • Be sure to include long distance codes and pauses (using the P A USE softkey) if necessary . Press the MEM softk e y . • Y ou will then be prompted to ENTER NAME. Use the digit k eys to ‘ spell ’ the name. If y[...]

28 B ASIC OPERA TION Mem (Memory) T o Search For and Dial a Number/ Name: • Star ting from the idle screen, press the MEM softkey to review memory contents. • Using the softkeys scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order . • Or , you can press the FIND softke y , enter the first few chararcters of the name and then press FIND to[...]

29 B ASIC OPERA TION • Press the DEL softke y . The screen will display: • T o delete this record, press THIS . The record will be deleted, and the next entry in the phonebook will be displayed. • T o delete all records in y our phonebook memor y , press ALL . The display will ask ARE Y OU SURE? • T o confir m the deletion of ALL records , [...]

30 Making Calls F rom 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 SPEAKER PHONE ). • Press OFF to end your call. Answering Calls F rom the Handset • Press any key except OFF and the softkeys. • Press OFF to end your call .[...]

31 Handset and Base Operation AD V ANCED OPERA TION How to Adjust the Handset V olume ( also applies to the Handset Speakerphone) Th e volume control is on the right edge of the Handset. During a call, press the UP or DO WN key to adjust the listening v olume to a comfortable le v el. The procedure is the same for the Handset earpiece and Speakerph[...]

32 Handset and Base Operation AD V ANCED OPERA TION Mute Function During an active call pressing either the MUTE soft key on the Handset or the MUTE key on the Base (when in Speakerphone mode), will disable the microphone. Press MUTE key again to return to normal 2-way conversation. Hold Function F rom the Handset : • Press the HOLD soft key to p[...]

33 Handset and Base Operation Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets : • T o page all Handsets from the Base press the INTERCOM key . Scroll to GLOBAL P A GE , then press OK . • Each Handset will display GLOBAL CALL FROM BASE. • Any Handset can then ans wer the PA G E , and enter INTERCOM mode with the Base by pressing the ON or any number key . [...]

34 Message W aiting Indication The VT5831 is compatible with optional v oicemail ser vice provided b y some local telephone companies. If you subscribe to this ser vice, and y ou have ne w , unpla yed messages in your v oicemail, a Visual Message W aiting Indication (VMWI) signal is transmitted b y y our local telephone compan y . Handset and Base [...]

35 Handset and Base Operation The VT5831 will detect a VMWI signal and activate Message Waiting lights on the Base and Handset(s). See Handset and Base Unit Layouts , pages 5 and 6 , for the location of the Message W aiting lights. After you pla y all of y our ne w messages, the Message Waiting indicators will automati- cally turn off. If the indic[...]

36 Headset Operation Y our VT5831 cordless telephone 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 VT5831 . T o purchase a Headset, call VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595[...]

37 Maintenance T aking Care Of Y our T elephone Y our VT5831 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic par ts, so it m ust be treated with care. A void rough treatment Place the Handset down gently . Save the original packing materials to protect y our telephone if you ever need to ship it. A v oid water Y our telephone can be damaged if[...]

38 In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still hav e difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn ’ t W ork At All • Make sure the P o wer Cord is plu[...]

39 Y our Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in • It is lik ely that y our Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON . If you ’ d like to turn it off, see Handset Settings-VIBRA TE CONTROL , on page 22. Y ou Hear Other Calls While Using Y our Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular te[...]

40 W arranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTECH product, VTECH Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase ( “ Consumer ” or “ you ” ) that the product and all accessories provided b y VTECH in the sales package ( “ Product ” ) are free from material defects in mat[...]

41 W arranty Statement 8 . Charges f or installation or set up , adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. How do you get warranty service? • T o obtain warranty service in the United States of Amer ica, call 1 800-595- 9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for s[...]

42 FCC, A CT A and IC Regulations This equipment complies with P ar ts 15 of the F ederal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this devic[...]

43 FCC, A CT A and IC Regulations ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION FCC Part 68 and A C T A If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with P art 68 of the Federal Comm unications Commission (FCC) rules. If the equipment was approv ed after that date, it complies with the Pa r t 68 r ules and wi[...]

44 ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned. 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compat[...]

45 ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION FCC, A CT A and IC Regulations Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above c[...]

46 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 NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to en[...]

47 T able Of Contents R 1. Important Safety Instructions 3. Introduction 4. P arts Check List 5. The Handset Layout 6. The Base Unit La yout 7. Getting Started 7. Setup 7. Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 8 . I nstallation of Battery Pa c k i n Handset 8. Charging of Handset P ack 9. Connecting to phone line 9. Checking for dial tone 9[...]

48 Index Answering Calls ...................................30 Base Unit Layout ......................................6 Indicators ...............................15 Settings .................................24 Menu ......................................18 Battery Pac k Installation ...............................8 Charging..........................[...]

49 Distributed in the U .S.A. by VT ech Communications Inc. Beav er ton, Oregon, 97008 Distributed in Canada by VT ech Electronics Canada Ltd. 7671 Alderbridge W ay , Richmond, B.C . V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2002 f or VTECH TELECOMMUNICA TIONS L TD . Printed in China VTECH TELECOMMUNICA TIONS L TD . A member of THE VTECH GR OUP OF COMP ANIES. 91-5826-30-[...]