Introduction EXPAND YOUR i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 OR i 5867 SYSTEMS. YOUR BASE WILL WORK WITH UP TO 8 HANDSETS!!! IMPORTANT: Your i 5803 is an Accessory Handset for use with the i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 OR i 5867 systems. You must have one of these Base Units in order to use the i 5803 Accessory Handset. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5803 Accessory Handset setup, registration and basic functions.
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 or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
Important Safety Instructions F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 15. Only put the Handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.
Getting Started Parts Check List 1. Handset 2. Belt Clip 3. Handset Charger 4. 5. 6. 7. Battery Cells User's Manual Special Features Guide Audio Patch Cable To purchase replacement battery cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-5959511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunication Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. Note: Use only VTech batteries P/N 80-5461-00-00 or equivalent AA NiMH rechargeable batteries.
1 8 2 9 10 3 11 12 4 13 5 6 14 7 15 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. 8. In Use/ Incoming Ringing/ Message LED Headset Jack and Audio Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm) 9. LCD Display 4. Soft/Select Key 11. Volume Keys 5. On/Flash Key 12. Softkey 6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #) 13. Off/Cancel Key 7. Speakerphone Key 14. Sound Select Key 10. Navigation Key (NavKey) 15.
Getting Started Setup Connecting Power to Handset Charger Because the i 5803 is an accessory Handset to the i 5853, i 5857, i 5866 or i 5867, 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 Charge of Battery Cells in Handset 1.
Battery Life Fully charged battery cells provide 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 will sound, and a LOW BATTERY message is displayed.
Getting Started Registration Registering the i 5803 Handset for the first time Enter Base ID After charging, the screen will display: ################ If your Base Unit is model i 5866 or i 5867: 1) Fine the Base ID Code on the underside of the Base Unit. 2) Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a mis -take, press the left NavKey to backspace or press the right softkey to erase a character. 3) Press OK to complete the registration process.
Handset Indicators Handset Icons Description Line In Use Indicator • On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call. • Appears in idle or phone on modes to indicate a parallel set in use. It replaces phone on icon during phone on mode and parallel set is detected. • On when the answering machine is answering an incoming call.
Handset Menu Navigation Key (NavKey) • Press any NavKey button to display Main Menu. Press the NavKey buttons (Left, Right, Up and Down) to navigate through menus. Press the Middle NavKey button to select highlighted menu item. Basic Operation Menu Shortcuts • When viewing menu options, pressing the corresponding number on the dialing keypad will automatically go to and select that item.
Handset Menu Intercom Global Page from Handset: • With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey. • Press the up or down NavKey to maneuver to and highlight GLOBAL PAGE. Press the middle NavKey, left softkey or the * key to confirm. • Any registered Handset or Base can answer the global page, thus entering Intercom mode. • To end the intercom call, To end the intercom call, press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the Base.
Basic Operation Handset Menu Number Key 1 Space & Characters (in order) ’ , . 1 2 3 A D B E C F a d b e c f 2 3 4 5 G J H K I L g j h k i l 4 5 6 7 M P N Q O R m S n p o q 6 r s 7 8 9 T W U X V Y t Z u w v x 8 y z 9 0 0 * * # # Adding Phonebook Entries • From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press the NavKey in any direction. The Phonebook icon should be highlighted. !"# Press the middle NavKey or left softkey. • Press NEW.
Handset Menu Enter the number you want to store in the Phonebook. Press and hold the # key to insert pauses if neces -sary. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. When finished, press OK. The screen will display: NOTE: If you do not wish to assign a distinctive ring tone or image to this Phonebook entry, press SAVE now. • 18005959511 VTech 18005959511 If you wish to be alerted to calls from this phone number, you can assign a unique ring tone to this Phonebook entry.
Handset Menu • Once you’ve selected a picture, press SAVE. 3 of 11 Basic Operation • Your phonebook entry has been saved and the screen will display: VTech Pat Johnson Rose Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries • From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press any NavKey, the Phonebook icon should be highlighted. Press the middle NavKey or left softkey. • Press the up or down NavKey to scroll through the contents in alphabetical order.
Handset Menu • Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display: • Press the EDIT softkey. VTech 1-800-595-9511 RINGER: Melody 1 PICTURE: Press the up or down NavKey to the option you want to edit then enter the corrections as needed. Press the softkey to delete. VTec h 18005959511 RINGER: Melody 1 PICTURE: VTech • When finished, press the SAVE softkey. The screen will display the edited entry.
Handset Menu Calls Log With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to view your Caller ID and Redial options: Basic Operation Review CID Log Clear CID Log Review Redial Clear Redial Move the up or down NavKey to highlight the desired option, then press the middle NavKey or left softkey. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so on down the menu options.
Handset Menu Settings With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to reveal the following menu: Set Time (dialing key 2) - Use this option to set the time to be displayed on the bottom of the idle screen. If you subsribe to Caller ID, the clock will be set upon receipt of your first Caller ID record. Use the number keys if you wish to manually change the time.
Handset Menu Low Battery Tone (dialing key 4) - This option allows you to turn the Low Battery Tone On/Off. Keypad Tone (dialing key 5) - This option allows you to turn the Keypad Tone On/Off. Basic Operation Range Tone (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to turn the Range Tone On/Off. Press the NavKeys to manuever to the desired option and to make the change, or press the dialing key that is assigned to the icon. To confirm, press the middle NavKey or the SAVE softkey.
Recordable Ringer Record a Ringer You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer or for a Distinctive Ringer assigned to a specific phonebook directory. You can record with either the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord), or with the Handset microphone. You may record up to 9 unique ringers for a maximum of 10 seconds each. NOTE: Your i 5803 Handset is preset with many musical ringer options (i.e. Jazz, R&B, Reggae, Rock, etc.
Handset Operation Making Calls • • 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 or place the Handset in the charger cradle to end your call. Advanced Operation Answering Calls • Press ON, SPEAKERPHONE or any of number keys. • Press OFF or place the Handset in the charger cradle to end your call Handset Volume The volume control is on the right edge of the Handset.
Handset Operation & & '"#1" , *. TREBLE - High Frequency sounds enhanced. 12:30PM NATURAL - No frequency enhancement (Your Handset is preset to this selection). NOTE: The Sound Select feature cannot be used when in Speakerphone or Headset talk mode. & & -.)'-1 )0/ 12:30PM Hold Function Press the HOLD softkey to place a call on hold. To return to the call, press the ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) key.
Handset Operation Handset Speakerphone Operation Your i 5803 Handset has a built-in handsfree speakerphone. This feature allows you to stand the Handset upright on any flat surface and have handsfree conversations. For more information, refer to Making Calls in the Handset Operation section.
Headset Operation Your i 5803 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 that is compatible with the i 5803. For best results, use a VTech 2.5mm headset. 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 i 5803 Handset.
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.
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 Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. If the Check Battery or WARNING! Use Rechargeable Batteries Only warning is displayed on the screen of your Handset or Base Unit: • Non-rechargeable batteries have been installed.
In Case Of Difficulty • You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones. 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 the section on Sounds & Alerts - Ringer Control in this User’s manual.
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 How do you get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please check the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may save you a service call.
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 CS03 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 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). We are required to provide you with the following information. 1.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. If you do, please keep three things in mind: a.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate.
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL WEIGHT Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Handset: Charger: 164 grams (excluding battery cells) 207 grams TRANSMIT FREQUENCY POWER REQUIREMENTS Base: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: 2400-2483.5 MHz Handset: 2 cell AA 1.2V 1400mAh NiMH Battery RECEIVE FREQUENCY Charger: Base: 2400-2483.
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Table of Contents Introduction....................................................................................................................1 Important Safety Instructions..................................................................................2 Getting Started.............................................................................................................4 Parts Check List...........................................................................................................