VTech VT1121 Telephone User Manual


 
When useing your phone equipement,basic
precautions should always be followed to re-
duce the risk of fire,electic shock and injury to
persons,including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Following all warnings and instructions marked
on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid,cleaners or aerosol
cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water(for ex-
ample; near a bath tub,kitchen sink,or swim-
ming pool).
5. Do not place this product on unstable stand,or
table. the product may fall,causing serious
damage to the product.
6. Stols and openings in the cabinet and the back
or bottom are provided for ventilation.To pro-
tect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked by placing the product on a
sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This prod-
uct should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register.This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation where
proper ventilation is not provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the mark-
ing label.If you are not sure of the type of
power supply,consult your dealer or local
power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power
cord. Do not locate this product where the cord
will be abused by persons walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this prod-
uct through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out part that
could result in a risk of fire or electric
shock.Never spill liquid of any kind on the prod-
uct.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
disassemble this product,but take it to a VTech
authorized service facility.Opening or remov-
ing cabinet parts other than specified access
doors may expose you to dangerous voltages
or other risks.Incorrect reassembling can
cause electric shock when the appliance is
subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and exlension
cords as this can result in the risk of fire or
electric shock.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to a VTECH authorized ser-
vice facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is dam-
aged or frayed.
B. IF liquid has been spilled into the product.
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.Adjust only those con-
trols that are covered by the operating
instructions,because improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a VTech au-
thorized technician to restore the product to
normal operation.
E. IF the product has been dropped and the cabi-
net has been damaged.
F. IF the product exhibits a distinct change in per-
formance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless
type)during an electrical storm. There may be
a remote risk of electric shock from lighting.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak
in the vicinity of the leak.
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
SERVICE DEPT. In the US
at 1-800-595-9511.
In Canada,call VTech Electronics Ltd
at 1-800-267- 7377.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. Insert one plug of the telephone line cord
into the Line Modular Jack on the bottom of
the base.
3. Insert the other modular plug into the tele-
phone wall jack.
FEATURES
* 50 Name and Number Caller ID
* Caller ID data includes (name, phone num-
ber,date,and time of the call).
* Clock and call timer.
* Display number dialing capability.
* Emergency dialing capability at power fail-
ure
* 3 language operation (English, French, and
Spanish)
* Flash function
* A 32-digit last number redial.
* 3 one touch memories.
* 10 three touch memories.
* NEW CALL indicator.
* Tone and pulse select switch.
* Ringer Hi/low select switch.
* Handset volume NORM/LOUD switch
* Temporary Tone Feature.
* Message waiting indicator.
*“Low battery“ indicator.
* Repeat Call indicator.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the batteries are
installed correctly. Wrong polarity may dam-
age the unit.
2. For better performance and longer operat-
ing time, we recommend the use of alka-
line batteries.
(a) Do not mix old and new batteries.
(b) Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium)batteries.
3. If the unit is not to be used for an extended
period of time, remove all the batteries.
Connecting the Telephone Line Cords:
One coiled handset cord, and a telephone
line cord are packed with this unit. Insert
one modular plug of the coiled cord into the
handset jack and the other plug into the on
the left side of the base.
Desktop Usage
1. Unwrap the telephone line cord.
A. Installing the Batteries
1. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the battery
door lock and open the battery cover located
on the top of the base. Please note this con-
struction is for compliance with safety regula-
tions. Install the batteries according to the il-
lustrated diagram.
4. M3 Button (one - Touch Memory)
5. Dial Keys
6. FLASH Button
7. STORE Button
8. AUTO Button
9. REDIAL Button
10. NEW CALL Indicator
13. > Scroll Key
14. DELETE Button
15. DIAL Button
16. Handset cord Jack
17. Volume Switch
18. TONE/PULSE Switch
19. Coiled cord Jack
20. RINGER Hi/Low Switch
21. Line modular Jack
1. HOOK Switch
2. M1 Button (one - Touch Memory)
3. M2 Button (one - Touch Memory)
11. LCD PANEL
12. < Scroll Key
SETTING
Note: Only input area codes 2 and 3 if
there is more than one local area code
within the same area. Otherwise press
the DEL Button to skip Area Codes 2 and 3.
Enter Long Distance Code
7. The display will show “- - - -” above “LONG
DIST CODE” and the leftmost digit will flash
to prompt for the Long Distance Code to be
set.
Note: Users located in the United States
and Canada are required to input “1” as
their Long Distance Code.
8. Input your area code using the dialing keys
or press < or > to select, Press DEL Button
to confirm.
9. The display will then show “12:00AM 1/01”
above “ENTER TIME DATE”. The Hour digit
will flash to prompt for the Time to be set.
Setting Time and Date
10. Input Time in the order of Hour and Minute
using the Dialing Keys. To enter a single digit
number, press [0] followed by that number.
Example: press [0] [1] [3] [0] keys to set for
1:30 AM.
11. Press< or> key for “AM”or “PM”.
12. Press DEL button to confirm selection.
13. Input Date in the order of Month and Day
using the dialing keys. To enter a single digit
number, press [0] followed by that number.
Example: press [0] [3] [3] [0] keys to set for
March 3 0.
14. Date digit stops flashing indicating the set up
has been completed.
Note: On receiving a caller ID call, the Date
and Time of your unit will automatically be
updated to synchronize with the date and
time registered by the Central Office. On
completion of setting, the unit will revert to
the standby mode displaying the current time
and date and TOTAL: “ 0” and NEW : 0.
and DEL Buttons simultaneously for about 6
seconds until ‘ENTER LANGUAGE’ appears
in the display. Please note this is for initial set-
up only. If you need to edit the settings later,
follow the instructions TO CHANGE THE
CALLER ID at the end of this section in or-
der to avoid deleting all previous CID setti-
ngs.
Note: If you do not press any button within
30 seconds , your unit will automatically ter-
minate the setting and revert to the standby
mode with the display showing the current
time and date.
Select the Language
1. The display will show “ENG”, “ESP” and
FRA” with “ENG” for English language,
ESP” for Spanish and “FRA” for French.
2. Press < or > buttons until your desired lan-
guage flashes.
3. Press DEL Button to confirm selection.
4. The display will show “ [1]———” above “EN-
TER AREA CODE” and the leftmost digit fol-
lowing [1] will flash to prompt for your local
Area Code to be set.
Enter Your Area Code
5. Input your area code using the dialing keys
or press < or > to select, press DEL Button
to confirm.
6. Continue to input Area Codes 2 and 3 if nec-
essary.
SETTING THE CALLER ID:
Note: We recommend that you disconnect tele-
phone line when programming your telephone.
Setting the CALLER ID includes language se-
lection, area code pre-set (area code 1,2,3
and long distance code) and Time/Date set-
ting in this order. To start, press and hold < , >
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY TO PER-
SONS, READ AND FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIO NS.
1. Use only the type and size batteries designed
for this product.
Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. The
cell may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
2. Do not open or mutilate the batteries Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause dam-
age to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swal-
lowed
3. Exercise care in handing batteries in order not
to short the battery with conducting materials
such as the rings, bracelets and keys. The
battery or conductor may overhead and cause
burns.
4. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries pro-
vided with or identified for use with this prod-
uct. The batteries may leak corrosive electro-
lyte or explode.
5. Do not attempt to recharge the batteries pro-
vided with or identified for use with this prod-
uct by heating them. Sudden release of the
battery electrolyte may occur causing burns
or irritation to eyes or skin.
6. When replacing batteries, all batteries should
be replaced at the same time. Mixing fresh and
discharged batteries could increase cell pres-
sure and rupture the discharged batteries.
(Applies to products employing more than one
separately replaceable primary battery.)
7. When inserting batteries into this product, the
proper polarity or direction must be observed.
Reverse insertion of batteries can cause
charging, and that may result in leakage or
explosion. (Applies to product employing more
than one separately replaceable primary bat-
tery.)
8. Remove the batteries from this product if the
product will not be used for a long period of
time (several months or more) since during
this time the battery could leak in the product.
Discard “dead” batteries as soon as possible,
since “dead” batteries are more likely to leak
in a product.
9. Do not store this product, or the batteries pro-
vided with or identified for use with this prod-
uct, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that
are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for the
purpose of extending shell life should be pro-
tected from condensation during storage and
defrosting. Batteries should be stabilized at
room temperature prior to use after cold
storage.
CAUTION
FEATURE
INSTALLATION