VTech VT 40-2420 Cordless Telephone User Manual


 
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System Programming
The VT 40-2421 / 40-2420 is controlled by a sophisticated menu structure. To
access the program mode, start with the handset in idle (off) mode and then
press the PROG key. Use the ( / ) volume keys to navigate through
the menu, and the # key to make selections. At any time, you can press the
OFF key to exit without saving changes. If you do not press a key for 30 seconds,
the system will automatically exit program and return to idle mode.
Flow chart of program mode: If the handset is in idle (off) mode, press PROG.
Setup
Getting Started
Setup
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Installation of Battery Pack in Handset
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 compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover by
sliding it upwards.
4. If the new battery pack is not
already charged, place the
handset in the handset charger,
and allow it to charge for 15
hours. After initial charge, a
maintenance charge of 8 hours
should be sufficient.
The original Handset that is shipped with your VT 40-2421 system will be
automatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1.
As you register additional Handsets to the system, you should assign extension
numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, HANDSET 4,
HANDSET 5, HANDSET 6, HANDSET 7, HANDSET 8, HANDSET 9,
HANDSET 10, HANDSET 11, and finally HANDSET 12. See Handset ID and
Handset Name.
Charging of Handset Battery Pack
The Handset of your VT 40-2421 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable
battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Charger.
You should charge the battery pack for 15 hours when you first receive your
phone. You may also need to charge the battery under the following conditions:
The low battery message is displayed:
The handset seems completely dead, the LCD
is completely clear and does not activate when
you press the keys.
Getting Started
IMPORTANT:
1. Do not dispose of a battery pack in a fire, the cell may explode.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Toxic substances may be released,
causing harm to eyes or skin.
3. Exercise care in handling battery packs in order to prevent an accidental
short of the charge contacts, potentially causing the battery pack to
overheat.
4. Do not dispose of this battery pack into household garbage.
MEMORY
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CO LINE 1 RING
ON
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CO LINE 2 RING
ON
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CO LINE 3 RING
ON
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CO LINE 4 RING
ON
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RINGER TYPE
1
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HS SECURITY CODE
EMPTY
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BU SECURITY CODE
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HANDSET ID
01
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HANDSET NAME
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HOLD REMINDER
30 SEC
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TONE/PULSE
TONE
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BASE RESET
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HANDSET RESET
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AUTO PICKUP
OFF
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LINE IN USE
ON
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LOCAL AREA CODE5
EMPTY
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LOCAL AREA CODE4
EMPTY
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LOCAL AREA CODE3
EMPTY
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LOCATL AREA CODE2
EMPTY
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LOCAL AREA CODE1
EMPTY
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HOME AREA CODE
EMPTY
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FLASH TIME
600ms
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• To return to the
previous program
mode, press key.
• To exit program
mode, press OFF.
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