Introduction EXPAND YOUR VT5831 OR i 5881 SYSTEMS. YOUR BASE WILL WORK WITH UP TO 6 HANDSETS!!! IMPORTANT: The i 5801 is an Accessory Handset for use with the VT5831 or i 5881 systems. You must have one of these Base Units in order to use the i 5801 Accessory Handset. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5801 Accessory Handset setup, registration and basic functions. For detailed operational instructions, please refer to the VT5831 or i 5881 User's Manual.
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 wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
Important Safety Instructions 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. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13.
Getting Started Parts Check List 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Handset Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Belt Clip Handset Charger Software CD-ROM Disc 6. 7. 8. 9.
1 9 2 10 11 3 4 5 12 13 14 6 15 7 16 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 17 Antenna Earpiece Headset Jack and Audio Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm) Soft/Select Key On/Flash Key Dialing Keys (0-9, * , #) Speakerphone Key Speakerphone LED Message Waiting /In Use/ Incoming Ringing LED 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17.
Getting Started Setup Connecting Power to Handset Charger Because the i 5801 is an accessory Handset to the VT 5831 or i 5881, all you need to do is choose the location for your Handset Charger, and plug in the power supply into an electrical outlet. Installation and charging of Battery Pack in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward. 2.
Battery Life A fully charged battery provides an average talk time of about 8 hours or standby time of 5 days. NOTE: Talk time and standby time may vary depending on operating conditions. Battery Indicator Ten minutes before the battery charge level gets too low to operate the Handset, an empty battery icon will start flashing, five short tones are generated, and a LOW BATTERY message is displayed.
Getting Started Registration Registering an i 5801 Handset for the first time Register After charging, the screen will display: Find the BASE ID Code by doing the following (Base must be OFF): 1) At the Base, press MENU. 2) Scroll down to DISPLAY BASE-ID, then press OK. 3) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a mistake, move the joystick to the left ( ) to backpace or press the to erase a character. right softkey 4) Press OK to complete the registration process.
Handset Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description 123 456 Handset Number Indicator • Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left corner after the Handset has found the Base. Searching for Base Indicator • Indicates that the Handset is still searching for the Base. Intercom Indicator • On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For example, 02 indicates that the Base and Handset 2 are on intercom call.
Handset Menu Joystick Operation • • • Basic Operation • • This Handset is equipped with a 5-way navigation joystick: Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), Down ( ),and In ( ). The joystick allows you to access the Handset’s advanced features and settings. Press the joystick in any direction to access the Main Menu when in idle or screen saver mode. Press joystick Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), or Down ( ), to navigate though the menu screen. Press joystick In ( ) to make a selection.
Handset Menu Sounds & Alerts (dialing key 5) - Record custom sound clips, turn ringer and vibrate feature on and off, select main ringer tone, turn tones (low battery, keypad, and out-of-range) on and off. Settings (dialing key 6) - Set the time; adjust screen contrast; reset to Press the joystick , , or to navigate to the desired menu option. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so forth on down the menu.
Handset Menu confirmation. Performing global page • Any registered Handset or Base can answer the global page, thus entering Intercom mode. • To end the intercom call, press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the Base. Basic Operation Phonebook With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or press the left soft key to reveal the contents of your phonebook. If there are no entries, the screen will display Phonebook is empty.
Handset Menu Press NEW. NOTE: When phone book is full, pressing NEW, "Phonebook is Full" displays and an error tone sounds. • You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use the digit keys to ‘spell’ the name. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. You can add a space between characters by pressing the 1 key. When finished, press OK. • Enter the number you want to store in Phonebook. Press and hold the # key to insert a pause. When finished, press OK.
Handset Menu • • Basic Operation • • If you wish to be visually alerted to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive image, press the joystick or to scroll to PICTURE : (none) . Press the joystick or to sample the pictures and images options. — OR — Press the joystick in then press the joystick or to sample the pictures and images options. Press OK for confirmation. NOTE: To create your own pictures, please refer to page 21 for details. • Once you’ve selected a picture, press SAVE.
Handset Menu — OR — Search For J OK Editing Phonebook Entries Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry you want to edit. • • Press the joystick in. The screen will display: • Press EDIT softkey. 3 of 10 Entry has been saved! FIND NEW JOHN SMITH • Press the joystick or to the option you want to edit then enter the corrections as needed. Press the softkey for deleting.
Handset Menu • Press the joystick in. The screen will display: JOHN SMITH 1-604-720-358960 4203589 RINGER: Melody 1 PICTURE: Basic Operation EDIT • Press DELETE softkey. The screen will display: • To confirm the deletion, press YES. To exit without deleting. press NO.
Handset Menu Clear Redial (dialing key 4) - select this option to delete all phone numbers stored in redial memory.You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen. With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal the following menu: Set Time(dialing key 2) - this option allows you to set the time to be displayed on the bottom of the idle screen.
Handset Menu Sounds& Alerts With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal the following options: Basic Operation Ringer Control(dialing key 2) - this option allows you to change the Ringer Volume, turn the Ringer On/Off and control the Vibrating Ringer. Ringers(dialing key 3) - this option allows you to assign a new Ring Tone. You can choose one of 8 traditional ringers, and 12 musical ringers to choose from.
Handset Menu screen (wall paper) or assign a specific image to a phonebook directory in the available 50 directories. To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Then choose an image in one of the three (My Pictures, Images or Emotions) soft menu options. Once you have selected the image, press the key to set the image as your wallpaper. You will receive a message on the screen confirming “Wallpaper Set!” and an audio confirmation.
Recordable Ringer Record a Ringer using the Audio Patch Cord Basic Operation You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer or for a Distinctive Ringer for assigning to a individual phonebook directory. You can either record using the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord), or simply use the Handset microphone. You get to choose. You are allowed to record 9 unique ringers for a maxium of 10 seconds each. Note: Your i 5801 is preset with many musical ringer options (i.
Picture Download Download your own image ONE-TIME SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 1. Insert the enclosed Image Editor Tool CD into your personal computer. 2. You will immediately see a pop-up window giving you three options: a. Install/Uninstall the Vtech i 5801 Image Editor b. Browse the installation CD c. Visit Vtech on the web To install the software, click on the Install/Uninstall the Vtech i 5801 Image Editor icon and follow the download instructions. 3.
Picture Download -Adjust Brightness and Contrast -Adjust Color Basic Operation • Before downloading your image, make sure that the provided USB cord is correctly installed into your computer (using the large connector) and Handset (using the small connector). After you have completed the image and then your image will be editing process, press Send to Phone downloaded into the Handset.
Handset Operation Making Calls From the Handset • • Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use the Handset Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number. -ORDial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE). Press OFF to end your call or place the Handset in charger cradle to end your call. Answering Calls • • • Press any key except OFF and the softkeys. Press OFF to end your call. -ORPlace the Handset in charger cradle to end your call.
Handset Operation 1 MID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This is the recommended setting for hearing aid users) 1 Mid Boost HOLD 1 MUTE 1 Treble Boost TREBLE - High Frequency sounds enhanced HOLD NATURAL - No frequency enhancement (Your Handset is preset with this selection) 1 MUTE 1 Natural Audio Advance Operation The Handset will graphically display the four modes. NOTE: The Sound Select feature can't be use when in Speakerphone or Headset talking mode.
Handset Operation Flash Function You can use your i 5801 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON/FLASH key on the Handset Conference Calling The i5881 or VT5831 is capable of supporting conference calls with up to two registered Handsets, and the Base Unit. To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two or more extensions by pressing ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset or SPEAKERPHONE on the Base.
Headset Operation Your i 5801 cordless Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the i 5801. To purchase a Headset, call VTECH Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the Handset.
Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your i 5801 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.
In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommucations Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn't Work At All • • • • Make sure the Power Cord is plugged into the electrical outlet. Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall jack.
In Case Of Difficulty Your Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in • It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON. If you’d like to turn it off, see Sounds & Alerts - Ringer CONTROL. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.
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.
Warranty Statement 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 may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 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, ACTA 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 and CS-03 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, ACTA and IC Regulations FCC Part 68 and ACTA If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July 23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rules and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone Network adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA).
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment 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 : 148.5 grams (excluding battery pack) Charger : 233.2 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY POWER REQUIREMENTS Base : 5744.736-5825.952 MHz Handset : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz Handset : 2.4V 1400mAh NiMH Battery Pack RECEIVE FREQUENCY Charger : 6 VDC @ 300mA Base : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz Handset: 5744.736 - 5825.
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Table of Contents Introduction....................................................................................................................1 Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................2 Getting Started.............................................................................................................4 Parts Check List...........................................................................................................