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... bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool). 5. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. Incorrect reassembling can result in the risk of any kind into the ...this can cause electric shock when the appliance is required, contact VTech Customer Service at : 1-800-595-9511 In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377 2498-manual-output.p65 1 1 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Do not ...the product. 3. Slots and openings in a risk of power supply to your home, consult your phone to rest on the product. 10. This product should be operated only from lighting. 14. ...
... bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool). 5. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. Incorrect reassembling can result in the risk of any kind into the ...this can cause electric shock when the appliance is required, contact VTech Customer Service at : 1-800-595-9511 In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377 2498-manual-output.p65 1 1 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Do not ...the product. 3. Slots and openings in a risk of power supply to your home, consult your phone to rest on the product. 10. This product should be operated only from lighting. 14. ...
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Base AC Power Adapter 7. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Electronics Ltd. Cordless Handset 5. Handset Charger 6. Owner's Manual 10. at 1-800-595-9511. Corded Handset 3. Belt Clip 9. In Canada, call VTech Communications inc. at 1-800-267-7377. Corded Handset Base Unit Cordless Handset Handset Cord Base AC Power Adapter Handset Charger Telephone Line Cord Battery Pack 2 2498-manual-output.p65 2 Belt Clip Owner's Manual 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Handset Cord 4. Parts Check List 1 Base Unit 2. Telephone Line Cord 8.
Base AC Power Adapter 7. Battery Pack To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Electronics Ltd. Cordless Handset 5. Handset Charger 6. Owner's Manual 10. at 1-800-595-9511. Corded Handset 3. Belt Clip 9. In Canada, call VTech Communications inc. at 1-800-267-7377. Corded Handset Base Unit Cordless Handset Handset Cord Base AC Power Adapter Handset Charger Telephone Line Cord Battery Pack 2 2498-manual-output.p65 2 Belt Clip Owner's Manual 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Handset Cord 4. Parts Check List 1 Base Unit 2. Telephone Line Cord 8.
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Volume/Scroll Keys 4. Dialing Keys ( 0-9,*, # ) 6. Intercom 7. Hold 12. Redial ( Pause ) 14. LCD Display 10. Phone ( Flash ) 5. The Cordless Handset Layout 1. Select 11. Earpiece 3. Headset Jack 9. Microphone 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Program ( Channel ) 4 2498-manual-output.p65 4 8. Off 13. Antenna 2.
Volume/Scroll Keys 4. Dialing Keys ( 0-9,*, # ) 6. Intercom 7. Hold 12. Redial ( Pause ) 14. LCD Display 10. Phone ( Flash ) 5. The Cordless Handset Layout 1. Select 11. Earpiece 3. Headset Jack 9. Microphone 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Program ( Channel ) 4 2498-manual-output.p65 4 8. Off 13. Antenna 2.
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... of the battery pack. 4. Align the two holes in the plug with the wires in the meantime. Note: With a fully charged battery pack, your VT2498 Cordless Handset will flash rapidly. Snap the battery pack in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. Note: If you charge the... cordless Handset while the Base Unit is not connected to charge for 12 hours.You can vary, and may be less than the quoted maximums. 2 6 2498-manual-output.p65 6 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Remove battery compartment cover by sliding it...
... of the battery pack. 4. Align the two holes in the plug with the wires in the meantime. Note: With a fully charged battery pack, your VT2498 Cordless Handset will flash rapidly. Snap the battery pack in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. Note: If you charge the... cordless Handset while the Base Unit is not connected to charge for 12 hours.You can vary, and may be less than the quoted maximums. 2 6 2498-manual-output.p65 6 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Remove battery compartment cover by sliding it...
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... IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMENCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM: 1. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Checking for details. PHONE or SPEAKERPHONE will appear on the Handset ...display, and you will hear dial tone. CAUTION:Use only the Vtech power supply provided with your ...where there are multiple cordless telephones, separate base units as much as personal computers, television sets and microwave ovens. 3. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold. 7 2498-manual-output.p65 7...
... IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMENCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM: 1. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Checking for details. PHONE or SPEAKERPHONE will appear on the Handset ...display, and you will hear dial tone. CAUTION:Use only the Vtech power supply provided with your ...where there are multiple cordless telephones, separate base units as much as personal computers, television sets and microwave ovens. 3. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold. 7 2498-manual-output.p65 7...
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... this key to enter access Caller ID and Call Waiting ID records. * While entering digits during predialing or Directory programming, press CID/ to signal the cordless Handset. Both Base and Handset emit a paging tone, and display: ** PAGING **. * Pressing INT. CID/ Key * Press this key to backspace. ...INTERCOM. * Press INTERCOM at the Base or OFF at the cordless Handset to program names and numbers in connection with PROG for Base programming. Both screens will engage the Base and Handset in an Intercom call . 11 2498-manual-output.p65 11 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Base Features Getting...
... this key to enter access Caller ID and Call Waiting ID records. * While entering digits during predialing or Directory programming, press CID/ to signal the cordless Handset. Both Base and Handset emit a paging tone, and display: ** PAGING **. * Pressing INT. CID/ Key * Press this key to backspace. ...INTERCOM. * Press INTERCOM at the Base or OFF at the cordless Handset to program names and numbers in connection with PROG for Base programming. Both screens will engage the Base and Handset in an Intercom call . 11 2498-manual-output.p65 11 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Base Features Getting...
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...the other party. * The MUTE LED will glow steadily. * Press MUTE again to return to place your call by pressing PHONE on hold . The IN USE light flashes. * Press HOLD or SPEAKER to return to the call. * You can also... return to the call on the cordless Handset. IN USE LED * Glows when the corded Handset, Base or cordless Handset is on an active call. * Flashes slowly when a call is on an active ... There are on hold . The SPEAKER key illuminates when you are 8 volume levels. 12 2498-manual-output.p65 12 3/6/03, 9:33 AM
...the other party. * The MUTE LED will glow steadily. * Press MUTE again to return to place your call by pressing PHONE on hold . The IN USE light flashes. * Press HOLD or SPEAKER to return to the call. * You can also... return to the call on the cordless Handset. IN USE LED * Glows when the corded Handset, Base or cordless Handset is on an active call. * Flashes slowly when a call is on an active ... There are on hold . The SPEAKER key illuminates when you are 8 volume levels. 12 2498-manual-output.p65 12 3/6/03, 9:33 AM
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...HOLD Key * Press this key to place your call on Hold. * Press either HOLD or PHONE/ FLASH to return to the call. * You can also press SPEAKER at the cordless Handset to end the intercom call. Cordless Handset Features Getting Started CID/ Key * While on a call, press this key to lower ...the Handset volume. * Press this key to access Caller ID and Call Waiting ID records. * While entering digits during Name programming, press DIR/ to skip to the next space. 13 2498-manual-output...
...HOLD Key * Press this key to place your call on Hold. * Press either HOLD or PHONE/ FLASH to return to the call. * You can also press SPEAKER at the cordless Handset to end the intercom call. Cordless Handset Features Getting Started CID/ Key * While on a call, press this key to lower ...the Handset volume. * Press this key to access Caller ID and Call Waiting ID records. * While entering digits during Name programming, press DIR/ to skip to the next space. 13 2498-manual-output...
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..., press this key to enter programming mode. * During an active call, press this key to display the last number dialed, up to a clearer channel. 14 2498-manual-output.p65 14 3/6/03, 9:33 AM REDIAL/PAUSE Key * Press this key to switch to 32 digits. OFF Key * Press OFF to end your... to place a 2 second pause in conjunction with PROG/ CHAN for Handset programming. Each additional press adds another 2 seconds to end a page. You can then press PHONE to complete the call . * Press OFF to exit programming and return to the idle screen. * Press OFF to the pause. Getting Started...
..., press this key to enter programming mode. * During an active call, press this key to display the last number dialed, up to a clearer channel. 14 2498-manual-output.p65 14 3/6/03, 9:33 AM REDIAL/PAUSE Key * Press this key to switch to 32 digits. OFF Key * Press OFF to end your... to place a 2 second pause in conjunction with PROG/ CHAN for Handset programming. Each additional press adds another 2 seconds to end a page. You can then press PHONE to complete the call . * Press OFF to exit programming and return to the idle screen. * Press OFF to the pause. Getting Started...
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... or and scroll to DATE/TIME. * Press SELECT. MESSAGES WAITING for programming Name and Numbers in Phone Book Memory. Press or to select AM or PM. * Press SELECT. Setting Date and Time Note... Caller ID will display LIGHT OFF: YES. * Press SELECT to clear the Messages Waiting alert. 2498-manual-output.p65 15 15 3/6/03, 9:33 AM However, if you want to set the Handset.... * Press SELECT. Basic Operation Operating Instructions Cordless Handset Menu In the idle mode, press PROG/CHAN, then or to scroll through the following at the cordless Handset: * Press PROG/CHAN, then press ...
... or and scroll to DATE/TIME. * Press SELECT. MESSAGES WAITING for programming Name and Numbers in Phone Book Memory. Press or to select AM or PM. * Press SELECT. Setting Date and Time Note... Caller ID will display LIGHT OFF: YES. * Press SELECT to clear the Messages Waiting alert. 2498-manual-output.p65 15 15 3/6/03, 9:33 AM However, if you want to set the Handset.... * Press SELECT. Basic Operation Operating Instructions Cordless Handset Menu In the idle mode, press PROG/CHAN, then or to scroll through the following at the cordless Handset: * Press PROG/CHAN, then press ...
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...to confirm your new voice mailbox messages, if the MESSAGES WAITING alert is still on both the cordless Handset and Base, MESSAGES WAITING will display LIGHT OFF: YES. * Press SELECT to clear the... Messages Waiting alert. If you subscribe to telephone company voice mail, the phone company may provide a special signal that triggers your VT2498 to alert you have called your voice... of your choice. On the Base, the MESSAGE light will be displayed. Basic Operation 16 2498-manual-output.p65 16 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Clearing MESSAGES WAITING Alert After reviewing all new ...
...to confirm your new voice mailbox messages, if the MESSAGES WAITING alert is still on both the cordless Handset and Base, MESSAGES WAITING will display LIGHT OFF: YES. * Press SELECT to clear the... Messages Waiting alert. If you subscribe to telephone company voice mail, the phone company may provide a special signal that triggers your VT2498 to alert you have called your voice... of your choice. On the Base, the MESSAGE light will be displayed. Basic Operation 16 2498-manual-output.p65 16 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Clearing MESSAGES WAITING Alert After reviewing all new ...
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Basic Operation Answering a Call from the Cordless Handset * Press PHONE/FLASH, then dial the number; -OR* Dial the number first; Making a Call from the Cordless Handset * Press any key except OFF. 2498-manual-output.p65 17 17 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Answering a Call from the Base Unit * Pick up the corded Handset or press SPEAKER, then...
Basic Operation Answering a Call from the Cordless Handset * Press PHONE/FLASH, then dial the number; -OR* Dial the number first; Making a Call from the Cordless Handset * Press any key except OFF. 2498-manual-output.p65 17 17 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Answering a Call from the Base Unit * Pick up the corded Handset or press SPEAKER, then...
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Basic Operation 18 2498-manual-output.p65 18 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Operating Instructions Ending a Base Unit Call * Return the corded Handset to its remote charger. Ending a call when using the Cordless Handset * Press OFF, or return the Handset to the cradle, or press SPEAKER.
Basic Operation 18 2498-manual-output.p65 18 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Operating Instructions Ending a Base Unit Call * Return the corded Handset to its remote charger. Ending a call when using the Cordless Handset * Press OFF, or return the Handset to the cradle, or press SPEAKER.
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...a Call from Cordless Handset to Base using the Speakerphone, or hang up , press either Speakerphone or corded Handset ) can announce that there's a call on Hold, then press OFF on Hold, then press INTERCOM if using INTERCOM: * Press HOLD to continue the call at the same time. 2498-manual-output.p65... 19 19 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Note: The cordless Handset and Base ( either HOLD or SPEAKERPHONE to place your call on hold . * Press INTERCOM on the...
...a Call from Cordless Handset to Base using the Speakerphone, or hang up , press either Speakerphone or corded Handset ) can announce that there's a call on Hold, then press OFF on Hold, then press INTERCOM if using INTERCOM: * Press HOLD to continue the call at the same time. 2498-manual-output.p65... 19 19 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Note: The cordless Handset and Base ( either HOLD or SPEAKERPHONE to place your call on hold . * Press INTERCOM on the...
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... turn the Handset ringer off. With the Handset in tone. * Once you hang up, the phone returns to pulse (rotary) mode. Basic Operation 20 2498-manual-output.p65 20 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Temporary Tone Dialing (Base or Cordless Handset) If you have dial pulse ( rotary ) service, you need to send tone signals for...
... turn the Handset ringer off. With the Handset in tone. * Once you hang up, the phone returns to pulse (rotary) mode. Basic Operation 20 2498-manual-output.p65 20 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Temporary Tone Dialing (Base or Cordless Handset) If you have dial pulse ( rotary ) service, you need to send tone signals for...
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... in intercom mode with Base. Base Speakerphone is in intercom mode with cordless Handset. HOLD INTERCOM MESSAGES WAITING NEW 02 OLD 05 ** PAGING ** PHONE ON ** RINGING ** VOLUME The battery needs to be recharged. Cordless Handset is in use . New and previously viewed CID records. Base ...HOLD INTERCOM MESSAGES WAITING MUTE NEW 02 OLD 05 ** PAGING ** PHONE ** RINGING ** SPEAKERPHONE VOLUME When: Base Intercom denied since cordless Handset is in your voice mailbox. Call was placed on Hold. Cordless Handset volume level. 2498-manual-output.p65 21 21 3/6/03, 9:33 AM New and ...
... in intercom mode with Base. Base Speakerphone is in intercom mode with cordless Handset. HOLD INTERCOM MESSAGES WAITING NEW 02 OLD 05 ** PAGING ** PHONE ON ** RINGING ** VOLUME The battery needs to be recharged. Cordless Handset is in use . New and previously viewed CID records. Base ...HOLD INTERCOM MESSAGES WAITING MUTE NEW 02 OLD 05 ** PAGING ** PHONE ** RINGING ** SPEAKERPHONE VOLUME When: Base Intercom denied since cordless Handset is in your voice mailbox. Call was placed on Hold. Cordless Handset volume level. 2498-manual-output.p65 21 21 3/6/03, 9:33 AM New and ...
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.... Use to alphabetize by last name, enter the names last name first. Basic Operation Dial key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 * # Presses 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 A B C 2 D E F 3 G H I 4 J K L 5 M N O 6 P Q R S 7 T U V 8 W X Y Z 9 0 * & ' , - . # 22 2498-manual-output.p65 22 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Phone Book Directory Both the Base and cordless Handset can independently store 50 names and phone numbers, up to 15 characters for when entering letters from different keys.
.... Use to alphabetize by last name, enter the names last name first. Basic Operation Dial key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 * # Presses 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 A B C 2 D E F 3 G H I 4 J K L 5 M N O 6 P Q R S 7 T U V 8 W X Y Z 9 0 * & ' , - . # 22 2498-manual-output.p65 22 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Phone Book Directory Both the Base and cordless Handset can independently store 50 names and phone numbers, up to 15 characters for when entering letters from different keys.
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...the desired record. Basic Operation * Press SELECT.The cursor is now flashing at the Base, your edits. 2498-manual-output.p65 23 23 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Use the , and dial keys to display the ...edit the name. Edit a Number/Name Stored in two second increments; - When done, press SELECT. Phone Book Directory * When you make your choice. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER. * Enter the telephone number.... Press to save your number has been stored. * If you are programming the cordless Handset, the screen will display a D in the letter range of the name on the display. Use...
...the desired record. Basic Operation * Press SELECT.The cursor is now flashing at the Base, your edits. 2498-manual-output.p65 23 23 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Use the , and dial keys to display the ...edit the name. Edit a Number/Name Stored in two second increments; - When done, press SELECT. Phone Book Directory * When you make your choice. The screen displays ENTER NUMBER. * Enter the telephone number.... Press to save your number has been stored. * If you are programming the cordless Handset, the screen will display a D in the letter range of the name on the display. Use...
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... the key containing the first letter of the entry. The screen displays ERASE NO YES, along with the phone number. * Press or until ERASE flashes. * Press SELECT. OR * Press SELECT. Phone Book Directory Deleting a Number/Name Stored in memory. The screen displays DIRECTORY. * Press or to come up...up . * With the desired entry displayed, press PHONE on the display. Basic Operation 24 2498-manual-output.p65 24 3/6/03, 9:33 AM The Handset will be flashing on the cordless Handset or DISPLAY DIAL if you're dialing from the Phone Book Directory * Press ( ). Keep pressing the key...
... the key containing the first letter of the entry. The screen displays ERASE NO YES, along with the phone number. * Press or until ERASE flashes. * Press SELECT. OR * Press SELECT. Phone Book Directory Deleting a Number/Name Stored in memory. The screen displays DIRECTORY. * Press or to come up...up . * With the desired entry displayed, press PHONE on the display. Basic Operation 24 2498-manual-output.p65 24 3/6/03, 9:33 AM The Handset will be flashing on the cordless Handset or DISPLAY DIAL if you're dialing from the Phone Book Directory * Press ( ). Keep pressing the key...
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When the memory is full, the oldest call information is deleted to view call information. Note: Press OFF on the cordless Handset or CLEAR on the screen, it will have the highest number. The most recent call will not be in , the screen displays the following .... For each incoming call a number from 1 to exit Call History. If there appears a * in call history. 2498-manual-output.p65 25 25 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Caller ID Operation Basic Operation About Call History This phone assigns each call that comes in the call history. The screen displays 2 Use and to scroll through...
When the memory is full, the oldest call information is deleted to view call information. Note: Press OFF on the cordless Handset or CLEAR on the screen, it will have the highest number. The most recent call will not be in , the screen displays the following .... For each incoming call a number from 1 to exit Call History. If there appears a * in call history. 2498-manual-output.p65 25 25 3/6/03, 9:33 AM Caller ID Operation Basic Operation About Call History This phone assigns each call that comes in the call history. The screen displays 2 Use and to scroll through...