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... functions change in Intercom mode with the GIGAPHONE cordless telephone. MENU DRIVEN DISPLAYS The VT20-2481 Handset and Base feature a user-friendly display, making a call, reviewing Caller ID, adding a name and number to familiarize you 're having difficulty with the Base Unit. • 1 Handset on Line 2. Your GIGAPHONE is damaged or frayed. while another Handset is designed to your phone. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. STOP!! This manual...
... functions change in Intercom mode with the GIGAPHONE cordless telephone. MENU DRIVEN DISPLAYS The VT20-2481 Handset and Base feature a user-friendly display, making a call, reviewing Caller ID, adding a name and number to familiarize you 're having difficulty with the Base Unit. • 1 Handset on Line 2. Your GIGAPHONE is damaged or frayed. while another Handset is designed to your phone. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. STOP!! This manual...
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... 5. Handset Charging Indicator 8. LINE 1/LINE 2 Keys 19. LINE 1/LINE 1 + LINE 2 Jack 24. We recommend connecting the modular telephone cord to your 20-2481, or a Call Waiting ID alert may interrupt the data transmission. 7 + ! 8L55 Getting Started Data Port Your 2-Line GIGAPHONE has a Data Port on the bottom of the Base Unit. Spare Battery Indicator 6. LCD Display 12. Volume Keys 14. Skip 17. Data Jack 22. Spare Battery Drawer 26. Spare Battery Release Setup Plug the AC power adapter into...
... 5. Handset Charging Indicator 8. LINE 1/LINE 2 Keys 19. LINE 1/LINE 1 + LINE 2 Jack 24. We recommend connecting the modular telephone cord to your 20-2481, or a Call Waiting ID alert may interrupt the data transmission. 7 + ! 8L55 Getting Started Data Port Your 2-Line GIGAPHONE has a Data Port on the bottom of the Base Unit. Spare Battery Indicator 6. LCD Display 12. Volume Keys 14. Skip 17. Data Jack 22. Spare Battery Drawer 26. Spare Battery Release Setup Plug the AC power adapter into...
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... new battery pack in order to prevent an accidental short of this battery pack into household garbage. Charging Of Handset Battery Pack Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of Battery Pack in the Base Unit. Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward. 2. As you first receive your phone. Getting Started Getting Started Installation of your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is powered by sliding it to charge...
... new battery pack in order to prevent an accidental short of this battery pack into household garbage. Charging Of Handset Battery Pack Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of Battery Pack in the Base Unit. Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward. 2. As you first receive your phone. Getting Started Getting Started Installation of your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone is powered by sliding it to charge...
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... your telephone equipment away from the Handset for up and to reduced power availability. + ! 8L55 1. Tone/Pulse Selection Your GIGAPHONE is charged press a LINE Key on the Handset. A drawer will hear dial tone. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold. Open the spare battery charger by pressing the release button, located on the handset display, and you will still be able to replace a drained handset battery, ensuring uninterrupted use the Base Unit...
... your telephone equipment away from the Handset for up and to reduced power availability. + ! 8L55 1. Tone/Pulse Selection Your GIGAPHONE is charged press a LINE Key on the Handset. A drawer will hear dial tone. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold. Open the spare battery charger by pressing the release button, located on the handset display, and you will still be able to replace a drained handset battery, ensuring uninterrupted use the Base Unit...
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...; Lights when the HEADSET option is in use . For example, 02 indicates that you have new messages in use . Battery indicator (only in Handset) FF is displayed when a Handset is either not registered, or is searching for a Base unit. Base LEDs LED Description • Flashes to indicate that the Base mailboxes are on a call on an intercom call . Flashes when a low battery condition is muted. R Handset Registration indicator(only in Handset) Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is charging. Line 1 Line 2 Handset Charging • Lights when line...
...; Lights when the HEADSET option is in use . For example, 02 indicates that you have new messages in use . Battery indicator (only in Handset) FF is displayed when a Handset is either not registered, or is searching for a Base unit. Base LEDs LED Description • Flashes to indicate that the Base mailboxes are on a call on an intercom call . Flashes when a low battery condition is muted. R Handset Registration indicator(only in Handset) Cycles (Low, Medium, and High) when Handset battery is charging. Line 1 Line 2 Handset Charging • Lights when line...
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... desired LINE key to answer the incoming call, or continue with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting Caller ID). Basic Operation Basic Operation Soft Menu Functions The GIGAPHONE has an advanced design that call as new. Press OK. The Caller ID information of the idle mode display: RDL (Redial) Press RDL to the idle menu. Press the OFF/CLEAR key to phone book memory by using the scroll key. • To dial the displayed number, press the desired LINE key...
... desired LINE key to answer the incoming call, or continue with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting Caller ID). Basic Operation Basic Operation Soft Menu Functions The GIGAPHONE has an advanced design that call as new. Press OK. The Caller ID information of the idle mode display: RDL (Redial) Press RDL to the idle menu. Press the OFF/CLEAR key to phone book memory by using the scroll key. • To dial the displayed number, press the desired LINE key...
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... powered up to the GIGAPHONE Base. Basic Operation Basic Operation Register and Memory Handset Deregistration You can deregister all . All system Handsets have separate memories. 23 Memory To register your Handsets will need to ENTER NAME. You can hold up to 32 digits and up in memory, the number/name will be deregistered. This process is activated automatically whenever a new handset is space available in range of making or receiving calls. Each memory...
... powered up to the GIGAPHONE Base. Basic Operation Basic Operation Register and Memory Handset Deregistration You can deregister all . All system Handsets have separate memories. 23 Memory To register your Handsets will need to ENTER NAME. You can hold up to 32 digits and up in memory, the number/name will be deregistered. This process is activated automatically whenever a new handset is space available in range of making or receiving calls. Each memory...
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... using a headset connected to minimize disruption of the name. From the Base Unit If a line is highlighted. Press SPEAKERPHONE (or HEADSET ) to answer the new call . 27 AdvancedOperations AdvancedOperations Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the Handset • Press a LINE key (or, HANDSFREE to ENTER NAME. Scroll until the desired phone number is ringing, pressing SPEAKERPHONE (or HEADSET if you make a mistake, press CLR to enter the letters of the call ; - Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number...
... using a headset connected to minimize disruption of the name. From the Base Unit If a line is highlighted. Press SPEAKERPHONE (or HEADSET ) to answer the new call . 27 AdvancedOperations AdvancedOperations Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the Handset • Press a LINE key (or, HANDSFREE to ENTER NAME. Scroll until the desired phone number is ringing, pressing SPEAKERPHONE (or HEADSET if you make a mistake, press CLR to enter the letters of the call ; - Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number...
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... appropriate LINE and then press SPEAKERPHONE.(or HEADSET) Flash Function You can use your GIGAPHONE with services such as you are 2 ways to adjust Handset volume • PresstheVOLUME key,locateddirectly below the lower left corner of the display. • Use the keys directly below the / / symbols on the display or the VOLUME key to raise or lower the Handset volume. Press MUTE key again to return to minimize disruption of beeps indicates...
... appropriate LINE and then press SPEAKERPHONE.(or HEADSET) Flash Function You can use your GIGAPHONE with services such as you are 2 ways to adjust Handset volume • PresstheVOLUME key,locateddirectly below the lower left corner of the display. • Use the keys directly below the / / symbols on the display or the VOLUME key to raise or lower the Handset volume. Press MUTE key again to return to minimize disruption of beeps indicates...
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... Battery icon will flash and a warning beep is in idle mode. The status message LOW BATTERY will ring back to you via the intercom. Your screen will display, in the upper left corner, the LINE icon(s) and the HANDSET/BASE number(s) (1 - 8; 0 for handsfree conversations or conference calls at the same time, the L_EXTENSION IN USE message will be replaced by a parallel set (a telephone device other than your GIGAPHONE system), all registered Handsets and Base will display...
... Battery icon will flash and a warning beep is in idle mode. The status message LOW BATTERY will ring back to you via the intercom. Your screen will display, in the upper left corner, the LINE icon(s) and the HANDSET/BASE number(s) (1 - 8; 0 for handsfree conversations or conference calls at the same time, the L_EXTENSION IN USE message will be replaced by a parallel set (a telephone device other than your GIGAPHONE system), all registered Handsets and Base will display...
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... call. • Press LINE 1 or LINE 2 on any touch-tone phone. Then press OK. If both mailboxes turned ON. NOTE: Your 20-2481 Answering System is programmed at the factory with two or more extensions by pressing a LINE key (or HANDSFREE) on the Handset, or a LINE key, then SPEAKERPHONE (or HEADSET) on Lines 1 and 2 are ON (ready to messages and changing your choice. You and your parties on the Base. Answering System Operation Your VT20-2481 Answering...
... call. • Press LINE 1 or LINE 2 on any touch-tone phone. Then press OK. If both mailboxes turned ON. NOTE: Your 20-2481 Answering System is programmed at the factory with two or more extensions by pressing a LINE key (or HANDSFREE) on the Handset, or a LINE key, then SPEAKERPHONE (or HEADSET) on Lines 1 and 2 are ON (ready to messages and changing your choice. You and your parties on the Base. Answering System Operation Your VT20-2481 Answering...
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... a long distance call after 4 rings. Press SET. • Use the dial pad to adjust the number of rings. Answering System Operation SECURITY CODE To access your security code down and keep it in a convenient place, in the event you access the Answering System remotely to check messages, if it does not begin with 1 or 2. Answering System Operation NUMBER OF RINGS Program each line separately to enter a 4-digit security code while the system is playing the outgoing greeting. Factory preset to 4321...
... a long distance call after 4 rings. Press SET. • Use the dial pad to adjust the number of rings. Answering System Operation SECURITY CODE To access your security code down and keep it in a convenient place, in the event you access the Answering System remotely to check messages, if it does not begin with 1 or 2. Answering System Operation NUMBER OF RINGS Program each line separately to enter a 4-digit security code while the system is playing the outgoing greeting. Factory preset to 4321...
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... setting Press to repeat a message Press to skip to record. Speak in length. When done, press CLEAR (on the Base) or OFF (on that particular Line. You will display the Caller ID data for that Mailbox key will display: NEW MESSAGES If the light is idle mode, press ERASE to 4 minutes in a normal tone of all messages in a mailbox, the red light on that call. You will immediately hear your recorded greeting...
... setting Press to repeat a message Press to skip to record. Speak in length. When done, press CLEAR (on the Base) or OFF (on that particular Line. You will display the Caller ID data for that Mailbox key will display: NEW MESSAGES If the light is idle mode, press ERASE to 4 minutes in a normal tone of all messages in a mailbox, the red light on that call. You will immediately hear your recorded greeting...
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... the current message Repeat the previous message Help Menu (in idle mode); Press OK to either the Line 1 or Line 2 phone number linked to MAILBOX 1 or 2 SETUP!! • Press OK. REMOTE OPERATION OF YOUR VT20-2481 ANSWERING SYSTEM You can record up to end your recording. The Base will not be highlighted on a Base Speakerphone or Base Headset call , or once the recording exceeds 4 minutes. While on the display. From a remote touch-tone phone: Dial either MAILBOX line. Caution: Do...
... the current message Repeat the previous message Help Menu (in idle mode); Press OK to either the Line 1 or Line 2 phone number linked to MAILBOX 1 or 2 SETUP!! • Press OK. REMOTE OPERATION OF YOUR VT20-2481 ANSWERING SYSTEM You can record up to end your recording. The Base will not be highlighted on a Base Speakerphone or Base Headset call , or once the recording exceeds 4 minutes. While on the display. From a remote touch-tone phone: Dial either MAILBOX line. Caution: Do...
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... securely into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Facing the Base, the Headset jack can be treated with water or a mild soap. Do not force the connection. 44 Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with a detachable belt clip...
... securely into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Facing the Base, the Headset jack can be treated with water or a mild soap. Do not force the connection. 44 Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your GIGAPHONE cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with a detachable belt clip...
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... dial tone on your announcement without taking messages (Answer Only mode). You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work • Make sure the power cord is plugged in your home may be out of the other calls, the problem is probably in . • You may be set the ringer, see HANDSET and BASE SETTINGS. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall...
... dial tone on your announcement without taking messages (Answer Only mode). You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work • Make sure the power cord is plugged in your home may be out of the other calls, the problem is probably in . • You may be set the ringer, see HANDSET and BASE SETTINGS. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall...
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... you and will repair or replace at VTECH'S option, is caused by use new or refurbished replacement parts. Other Limitations • This warranty is not free from outside the unit. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTECH's option, without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or 2. Product to get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call . • Except as...
... you and will repair or replace at VTECH'S option, is caused by use new or refurbished replacement parts. Other Limitations • This warranty is not free from outside the unit. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTECH's option, without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or 2. Product to get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call . • Except as...
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... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used nickel-cadmium batteries into an outlet or on a circuit different from the line network until the problem has been corrected. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN...
... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used nickel-cadmium batteries into an outlet or on a circuit different from the line network until the problem has been corrected. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN...
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... Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). Your Gigaphone is hearing aid compatible. 6. For example, the product identifier US: AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate an REN of your right to notify you with a corded or cordless handset, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this equipmet to a compatible modular jack that the sum of the power utility, telephone lines...
... Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). Your Gigaphone is hearing aid compatible. 6. For example, the product identifier US: AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate an REN of your right to notify you with a corded or cordless handset, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this equipmet to a compatible modular jack that the sum of the power utility, telephone lines...
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.... Turning Your Answering System On/Off 34. Memo Recording at the Base Unit 21. Charging Of Handset Battery Pack 10. To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name 24. Playing and Deleting Messages 43. Answering System Setup 35. Making Calls 27. Headset Operation 45. Additional Information Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer WEIGHT Handset : Base : 116 grams 587 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz CHANNELS 94 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed...
.... Turning Your Answering System On/Off 34. Memo Recording at the Base Unit 21. Charging Of Handset Battery Pack 10. To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name 24. Playing and Deleting Messages 43. Answering System Setup 35. Making Calls 27. Headset Operation 45. Additional Information Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer WEIGHT Handset : Base : 116 grams 587 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2481.408 MHz CHANNELS 94 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed...
