TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION-----------------------------1 PARTS CHECK LIST-----------------------2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS------------------------------3 REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERY PA C K - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 A WORD ABOUT RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES-----------------------------------4 SPARE BATTERY CHARGING----------4 GETTING STARTED ----------------------5 SETTING UP YOUR VT9112 ------------5 WALL MOUNTING--------------------------6 HANDSET FEATURES----------------------7 HANDSET DIAGRAM----------------------7 HANDSET INDICATORS------------------7 FUNCTION KEYS----------------------------8 BASE UNIT FEATURES--------------------9 BASE DIAGRAM-----------------------------9 BASE INDICATORS------------------------9 FUNCTION KEYS---------------------------9 BASIC OPERATIONS------------------------9 POWER IN USE CHARG ING SPARE BATT MULTIPLE REDIALING-----------------------12 MEMORY (SPEED) DIAL---------------------12 Programming a Speed Dial Number-------12 Replacing a Speed Dial Number------------12 Clearing a Speed Dial Number--------------12 Storing A Pause In A Speed Dial Number -------------------------------------------------------12 Speed Number Dialing-------------------------13 LIVE DIALING & PREDIALING----------13 OPTIONAL: HEADSET INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS-------13 INSTALLATION----------------------------------13 OPERATION--------------------------------------14 MAINTENANCE---------------------------------15 AUTOMATIC SECURITY CODING---------15 IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY--------------------16 WARRANTY STATEMENT-------------------18 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS------------19 FCC & IC REGULATIONS--------------------20 HOW TO SET TONE/PULSE DIALING ----------------------------------------------------9 MAKING CALLS-----------------------------10 LIVE DIALING & PREDIALING----------10 ANSWERING CALLS---------------------10 DISCONNECTING CALLS--------------10 LINE IN USE---------------------------------10 PAGE/HANDSET LOCATOR-----------10 SETTING HANDSET VOLUME--------11 CHANGING CHANNELS----------------11 TEMPORARY TONE----------------------11 ADVANCED OPERATIONS-------------11 RINGER PROGRAMMING--------------11 Programming The Ringer Type---------11 Turning Off The Handset Ringer----------11 PAGE VT911 2 Made in China 91-5044-11-00 INTRODUCTION THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING YOUR VTECH TELEPHONE. THE VT9112 IS A 900MHZ CORDLESS PHONE, WITH THE ADDED CONVENIENCE OF A LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY FOR CONVENIENT EXAMINATION OF PHONE NUMBERS. INTRODUCTION Parts Check List: 1. Handset 2. Base Unit 3. Telephone line cord(clear tip) 4. AC adapter 5. Battery Pack 6. Wall mount bracket 7. Belt clip FEATURES OF THE VT9112 * 900 MHZ, analog operation * 10 channels, with manual channel change (CHAN) key on Handset * 12 Digit Liquid Crystal Display on Handset * Headset Capability (with optional 2.5mm headset) * Line In Use indication on Handset Unit * Page / Handset Locator function from Base Unit * 20-bit Digital security coding between Handset and Base Unit to minimize the risk of SPARE BATT CHARGING IN USE POWER another cordless phone accessing your phone line PAGE * 10 number Memory Dialing with One Touch access VT9112 * Predialing function of 20 digits * Multiple Redialing (4 buffers x 20 digits) * 4 Programmable Handset Ringer Types (plus Ringer OFF) * 3-Step Selectable Handset Volume (HI - MID - LO) * 3-Step Battery Detection Level shown by LCD icons * Maximum battery life is 7 hours of continuous talk or 7 days of standby on a full charge * Handset Easy Answer feature HANDSET BASE UNIT * Temporary Tone dialing * Flash Function * Hearing Aid Compatibility * Spare battery charging Compatibility * Wall-mount Compatibility TELEPHONE LINE CORD AC ADAPTER While you are charging your VT9112 for the first time, please read this Instruction Manual. By being familiar with its operation and features, you will derive the maximum benefit from your new telephone. BATTERY PACK WALL MOUNT BRACKET BELT 1 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear in your owner's manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. 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 liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool). 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product 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 marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, 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 product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product,but take it to a qualified serviceman when some service or repair work is required. Opening or removing 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. In addition, attempting to service the unit yourself may void your warranty. 11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERIES 1. Remove the battery cover by pressing on the ridged lines and sliding downward. 2. Discard the old battery pack. Don't put the old battery pack in a trash compactor or a fire - it could burst. IMPORTANT: Do not dispose of this battery in household garbage. For information on recycling or proper disposal, consult your local solid waste collection or disposal organization. 3. Place the new battery pack in the battery compartment. Make sure the metal contacts on the underside of the battery are aligned with charging contacts in battery compartment. 4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it into place. 5. The new battery pack must be charged before using your telephone. Place the handset in the cradle of the base unit to allow it to charge for 24 hours. Maximum battery life between charges is more than 7 hours of continuous talk time or 7 days of standby. A WORD ABOUT RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES 1. Your NiCad battery pack recharges whenever the Handset is returned to the Base Unit. 2. To maximize the life of your battery pack, do not return your VT9112 Handset to the Base Unit cradle for recharging until the LCD indicates LOW BATTERY LEVEL. CAUTION: To reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons, Read and Follow these instructions: 1. Use only VTECH battery. 2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. 3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns. 4. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. SPARE BATTERY CHARGING 1. Spare Battery Compartment is provided in the Base Unit for charging spare battery. 2. Open the compartment door and place the spare battery pack into the compartment. 3. Make sure the metal contacts on the underside of the battery are aligned with charging contacts in the battery compartment. 4. Then, close the battery cover tightly. refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged 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 because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work to restore the product to normal operation. e) If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. f) If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 4 GETTING STARTED WALL MOUNTING The Wall Mount adaptor is designed to fit on standard Wall Mount plates. If you are using such a plate, you should start with Step #2 below. AC ELECTRICAL OUTLET TELEPHONE WALL JACK Setting Up Your VT 9112 1. Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack. 2. Connect the telephone line cord. Insert one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the rear of the base unit. Plug the other end into a telephone wall jack. Make sure the plugs snap securely into place. 3. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector to the back of the base unit. CAUTION:Use only the AC adapter shipped with your VT 9112. This is a Class 2 A C a d a p t e r, s p e c i f i c a l l y designed for use with the VT 9112 NOTE: Connect power to the base unit before placing the handset in the cradle. 4. Set the VOLUME switch to HIGH, MID or LOW on the Handset Unit. 6. The original dialling mode is set to TONE. If you have tone dialling, retain the setting as TONE. If you have only rotary service on your phone line, you may refer to "HOW TO SET TONE/PULSE DIALLING" section to set your phone to PULSE mode. 1.Choose a spot near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack.Your phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (120V AC). The power cord is six feet long; make sure there is an electrical outlet within reach of the base. The outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. If the switch is ever turned off, the phone will not operate. 2.Position the wall mount adapter on the base. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapter with the holes on the bottom of the base. Snap the wall mount adapter firmly in place. 3.Mount the base on the wall. Position the base so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the bottom of the base. Position the power cord to extend down the wall the phone is to be mounted on. Slide the base down on the mounting studs until it locks into place. 4.Connect the telephone cord. The telephone line cord has a snap-in plug at each end. Insert one of the plugs into the jack on the bottom of the base. Insert the other end of the plug into the wall jack. en od wo ud st oa rd w al lb 7. CHECK FOR A DIAL TONE. After the battery pack is charged, raise the Base Unit Antenna to an upright position. Then, pick up the Handset and press PHONE key. The IN USE LED (on the Base Unit) and the PHONE key (on the Handset) will light up, and you should hear a dial tone. If not, see IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY. 5.Connect the power cord. Plug the DC connector into the DC jack at the rear of the base unit. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet. 5. CHARGE THE HANDSET BATTERIES BEFORE USE. The battery pack recharges automatically whenever the handset is in the base unit cradle. The battery pack should be charged for 24 hours before using your phone for the first time. CAUTION: 1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. 4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. 5 6 HANDSET FEATURES FUNCTION KEYS LCD DISPLAY VOLUME SWITCH PHONE KEY HANDSET FEATURES Keys Description To get dial tone when handset in standby mode. To perform flash operation when handset is in Talk mode OFF Number Keys *(Tone) To hang up a line, or quit a program For telephone number dialing, programming,etc. (1~9, 0, #) To change the dial ...