Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the power outlet and broadband connection before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
Important Safety Instructions E. If the product has been dropped and the handset and/or base unit has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use this or any cordless telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual.
Parts Check List The IP 8100-2 is an advanced Broadband cordless telephone set, capable of supporting four handsets. This manual is designed to familiarize you with this Broadband cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone. 1. Base Unit 6. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket (2) 2. Handsets (2) 7. Belt Clips (2) 3. Handset Chargers (2) 8. User Documentation CD 4. Ethernet Cable 9. Quick Start Guide 5. Base Power Adapter 10.
The Handset Layout 12 13 16 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Speakerphone 10. LCD Display 11. Select (Menu) 12. Phonebook (Scroll Up) 13. Headset Jack (2.5mm) 14. Off (Clear) 15. Intercom 16.
The Base Unit Layout 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Getting Started Setup Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 1. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the connector into the connector jack at the bottom of the base unit. 2. Choose the location for your handset charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet. Installation of Battery Pack in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation and sliding downward.
4. Do not dispose of the battery pack into household garbage. Please refer to the information concerning proper battery recycling. 5. Do not charge the battery pack with other electrical devices. Check Battery Indicator If you receive a check battery warning, it indicates one of the following: 1. There isn't a battery pack in your handset. You’ll need to install a battery pack into your handset (see Installation and Charge of Batteries in Handset section on the previous page.) 2.
Getting Started Wall Mounting The wall mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. Wall mounting is optional. Only the handset chargers (not the main base unit) can be wall mounted. 1. Plug the power adapters into electrical outlets, and the connector to the bottom of the handset charger. 2. Line up the tabs on the wall mount brackets with the holes at the back of the handset charger. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place. 3. Mount the handset charger on the wall.
Getting Started Setup Installation Without A Router INTERNET DSL or Cable Modem PC PC Port WAN Port IP 8100-2 Base Unit IP 8100-2 Handset 1 & 2 NOTE: The IP 8100-2 is expandable up to a total of 4 handsets.
Getting Started Setup STEP 1 Unplug the power cord for your cable/DSL modem. Make sure that you’ve turned your computer off, and that you do NOT plug in your IP 8100-2 broadband telephone until instructed to do so. STEP 2 Disconnect the Ethernet cable from the back of your computer and then plug it into the WAN port on your IP 8100-2. STEP 3 Using the Ethernet cable provided, connect one end into the PC port of your IP 8100-2, and connect the other end into the Ethernet port on your PC.
Getting Started Setup Installation With A Router IP 8100-2 Base Unit INTERNET DSL or Cable Modem PC WAN Port Laptop IP 8100-2 Handset 1 & 2 Existing Network Router STEP 1 Using the Ethernet cable provided, connect one end into the WAN port on the IP 8100-2 broadband telephone, and connect the other end into an available LAN port on your router. STEP 2 Plug the power cord into the POWER port on the IP 8100-2 and into an electrical outlet. This turns your IP 8100-2 on.
Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Basic Operation Icon Description MUTE • Turns on when the microphone is muted. NEW • Turns on when there are new call log enteries. • Turns on when the ringer is muted. • Low battery indicator and charging indicator. Handset LEDs LED SPEAKER Description • LED is on when in handsfree mode. Base LEDs LED Description IN USE • On when the phone is off hook. • Flashes when an extension phone is off hook. MESSAGE • Flashes when you have voicemail.
Making Calls • Press ON (or, SPEAKER to use the handset speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number. -OR• Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKER). • Press OFF to end your call. Answering Calls • Press ON, SPEAKER or any dialing keys. • Press OFF to end your call. If the handset is in idle mode during an incoming call, the ringer can be temporarily muted by pressing OFF or MUTE, or by adjusting the ringer volume using the volume keys.
Handset Operation • Basic Operation • Pressing OFF will exit the redial review list. NOTE: When the redial memory is empty, and REDIAL is pressed, a double beep will sound. When the desired entry displays, press DELETE. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. Mute Function • During an active call, pressing the MUTE/ DELETE key will disable the microphone. MICROPHONE MUTED will display briefly. The screen will display: • Press MUTE/DELETE again to return to normal two-way conversation.
Handset Operation • Press INT on HS1, it will display: • Enter the handset number you wish to forward, HS1 will display: • HS X can press ON to answer the call. NOTE: If HS X does not respond in about 30 seconds, the external call will be returned to HS1 and the display will show: If the returned call is not answered within 30 seconds, the external call will end automatically. Conference Call It is possible to establish a conference between two handsets and the external line.
Phonebook Operation Your IP 8100-2 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name. Basic Operation NOTE: The handsets share a common phonebook, which is stored in the base. This means that entries inserted by one handset are available for all handsets, and if one deletes a phonebook entry, it will disappear from all handsets.
Phonebook Operation Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: 1 Characters by number of key presses 1 2 space 1 3 4 5 6 7 2 A B C 2 a b c 3 D E F 3 d e f 4 G H I 4 g h i 5 J K L 5 j k l 6 M N O 6 m n o 7 P Q R S 7 p q 8 T U V 8 t u v 9 W X Y Z 9 w x 0 0 * * ? ! / ( ) # # ' , - .
Phonebook Operation Editing a Phonebook Entry • Basic Operation • • Follow the first two steps in Reviewing/ Dialing from the phonebook (on previous page) to reach the entry to be edited. Press SEL. Press MUTE/DELETE to backspace then enter the correct number. Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to add pauses if necessary. You can also press REDIAL/PAUSE, then or to scroll to the previously dialed number from redial list which you want to store in the phonebook. Press SEL.
Caller ID - Call Waiting ID Your IP 8100-2 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling before you answer the phone (caller ID). It is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal (call waiting caller ID). With call waiting caller ID, the caller ID data is displayed so you can decide whether to answer the incoming call, or continue with your current conversation. Your IP 8100-2 can hold up to 50 CID entries.
Calls Log (Caller ID - Call Waiting) • Basic Operation • Press SEL. Use or to scroll through the call log entries. When the beginning or the end of the call log is reached, a double beep will sound. VTech Com NOTE: The NEW icon in the left down corner indicates the call is not yet reviewed. Storing a Caller ID • Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to scroll to the record to be stored. • Press SEL. • If the CID record contains both name and number, press SEL to store it into memory.
Calls Log (Caller ID - Call Waiting) • Press DELETE key to delete the desired record. A confirmation tone will sound and the previous caller ID record will be displayed on the screen. • To delete all the caller ID records, press and hold the DELETE key. The screen will ask you DELETE ALL CALLS? Press SEL for confirmation. Or, press OFF to return to the CID record previously displayed.
Handset Settings Basic Operation Ringer Volume • From the idle (off) mode, press MENU then or key to RINGER VOLUME. • Press SEL. The current ringer volume will be shown: • Press and keys or enter digit 0-6 to the desired ringer volume. The current ring tone is played and the volume bar is increased/decreased each time the setting is adjusted. At the lowest setting, display will show: • The handset will not ring when a call comes in if ringer volume is set to the lowest setting.
Handset Settings • From the idle (off) mode, press MENU then or key to LANGUAGE. • Press SEL to select this option. Press or to scroll from English to French or Spanish. • Press SEL to confirm the setting. Message Waiting Your IP 8100-2 is capable of detecting a message waiting signal generated by Vonage. Once you have reviewed all new messages, the message waiting alert will automatically be turned off.
Headset Operation Your IP 8100-2 handset is equipped with a 2.5mm headset jack for use with an optional accessory headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory headset, which is compatible with the IP 8100-2. To purchase a headset, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm headset, locate the headset jack on the IP 8100-2 handset.
In Case Of Difficulty The Phone Doesn’t Work At All • • • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged firmly into the base unit and the broadband connection. Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If you get a LOW BATTERY message or indication, the batteries need charging. No Dial Tone • • First check all the suggestions above. Please refer to the Troubleshooting section of the Base Unit Features Manual.
Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.
Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions, This limited warranty extends only to t
Warranty Statement tronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or 6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes); or 7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or 8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit.
Warranty Statement Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
FCC and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC and IC Regulations ment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier.
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL WEIGHT Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Handset: 146 grams (excluding batteries) Base: 323 grams Charger: 225 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 5725 - 5850 MHz Handset: 2400 - 2483.5 MHz POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset: 3.6V 600mAh NiMH ( battery pack) Base: 5.1V, 1.7A Charger: 9 V @ 150mA RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 2400 - 2483.
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon, 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd., Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2005 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
Table Of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 1 Parts Check List ................................................................................................ 3 The Handset Layout ......................................................................................... 4 The Base Unit Layout ....................................................................................... 5 GETTING STARTED .................................................
Table Of Contents Key Tone (preset to ON) ................................................................................. 22 Language (preset to English) ......................................................................... 23 Message Waiting ............................................................................................ 23 Clear Message waiting ................................................................................... 23 ADVANCED OPERATION .......................................