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Introduction

EXPAND YOUR VT5831 SYSTEM.  YOUR BASE WILL WORK
WITH UP TO 6 HANDSETS!!!

IMPORTANT:

The VT5820 is an Accessory Handset for use with the VT5831 system.
You must have this model in order to use the VT5820 Accessory Handset.

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the VT5820 Accessory
Handset setup, registration and basic functions. For detailed operational
instructions, please refer to the VT5831 User's Manual.

To order additional system Handsets (model# VT5820), battery packs, or
headsets, call VTech Communications Inc at 1-800-595-9511.

If you have questions about this product, or if you're
having difficulty with setup or operation, do not return
your phone to the store. Call our Customer Support
Center at:

                       1-800-595-9511

In Canada, call

                       1-800-267-7377

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Summary of Contents for 5820 - VT Cordless Extension Handset

Page 1: ...T5820 Accessory Handset setup registration and basic functions For detailed operational instructions please refer to the VT5831 User s Manual To order additional system Handsets model VT5820 battery packs or headsets call VTech Communications Inc at 1 800 595 9511 If you have questions about this product or if you re having difficulty with setup or operation do not return your phone to the store C...

Page 2: ...ation 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 Donotallowanythingtorestonthepowercord Donotlocatethisproduct where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it 9 Never push objects of any kind into this product thro...

Page 3: ... in damage E Iftheproducthasbeendroppedandthecabinethasbeendamaged 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 lightning 14 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC Customer Service 1 800 595 9511...

Page 4: ...heVT5820Accessory Handset 1 Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet 2 Remove the Handset battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward 3 Place the new battery pack in the Handset with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment 4 Replace the battery cover by sliding it upward 5 Place the Handset in the Charge Cradle and allow it to char...

Page 5: ...ID to register the new Handset BEFORE USING YOUR HANDSET S CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLAY Follow the steps below 1 Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward 2 Place the new battery pack in the Handset with the metal contacts aligned with the charge contacts in the battery compartment 3 Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards 4 If t...

Page 6: ...t will return to the idle screen 5 Enter the 15 digit Base ID Code into the Handset then press OK NOTE The 15 digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and characters such as Make sure you enter all 15 digits 6 Wait approximately 15 to 60 seconds You will hear confirmation beeps fromtheBaseandHandset ThenewlyregisteredHandsetwillnowassign itself the lowest Handset number not previously assigned to a ...

Page 7: ...ut 1 Antenna 2 Earpiece 3 Headset Jack 2 5mm 4 On Flash 5 Dialing Keys 0 9 6 Speakerphone 7 Message Waiting LED 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 8 LCD Display 9 Soft Keys 10 Volume 11 Off Clear 12 Sound Select 13 Microphone ...

Page 8: ...s that the Base and Handset 2 are on an intercom call Battery indicator When the Handset is removed from the charger this lets you know the level of charge in the battery pack from FULL to EMPTY Cycles Low Medium andFull whenHandsetbatteryischarging Flashes when a low battery condition is detected Ringer Off indicator is displayed when the ringer is turned off Enhanced Mode indicator On steady whe...

Page 9: ... the jack on the cordless Handset The plug should fit securely Do not force the connection NOTE Whenever a compatible Headset is connected tothecordlessHandset themicrophoneonthe Handset will be muted This is done to limit the effect of background noise Many compatible Headsets have a reversible monaural design You can wear your Headset on either ear leaving one ear free for room conversation Belt...

Page 10: ...al storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment Foryourownsafety usecautionwhenusingelectricappliancesduringstorms Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind Remember tha...

Page 11: ...t phone either the problem is in your wiring or local service Call your local telephone company You Get Noise Static Or A Weak Signal Even When You re Near The Base Unit Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the Base Unit cansometimescauseinterference TrymovingtheapplianceortheBase Unit to another outlet You Get Noise Static Or A Weak Signal When You re Away From The Base Unit You ...

Page 12: ...your wiring or local service Call your local telephone company You Hear Noise In The Handset And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work Make sure the power cord is plugged in Common Cure For Electronic Equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally then try putting the Handset in the cradle If it does not seem to respond do the following in the order listed 1 Disconnect the power to the B...

Page 13: ...acement of Product at VTECH S option is your exclusive remedy You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days How Long is the limited warranty period The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE 1 YEAR from the date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product thetermsofthislimitadwarranty thislimitedwarrantyalsoappliestorepaired or re...

Page 14: ...t If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty VTECH will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty What must you re...

Page 15: ...tations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you In no event shall VTECH be liable for any indirect special incidental consequential or similar damages including but not limited to lost profits or revenue inability to use the product or other associated equipment the cost of substitute equipment and claims by third parties resulting from the use of this pr...

Page 16: ...etwork until the problem has been corrected FCC Part 15 Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterferenceinaresidenti...

Page 17: ...em ring when you are called In most but not all areas the sum of all RENs should be five 5 0 or less You may want to contact your local telephone company for more information 2 Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules andtechnicalrequiremen...

Page 18: ...ustomer reliance upon the memory feature c Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended However if you do make a call to an emergency number You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up Programming testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off peak hours such as in the early morning or late evening when the em...

Page 19: ... appropriate Your VT5820 is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only over a certain distance which will depend on the location of the Base Unit and Handset weather and the construction and layout of your home or office The RBRC Seal The RBRC Seal on the nickel metal hydride battery indicates that VTech Communicati...

Page 20: ...operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use SIZE Handset 193mm x 52mm x 40mm including antenna Charger 77mm x 69mm x 54mm WEIGHT Handset 138 grams excluding battery pack Charger 216 grams POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset 2 4V 1400mAh NiMH Battery Pack Charger 6 VDC 300mA MEMORY Speed Dial 50 Memory locations up to 32 digits per location CID Alphanumeric Display 50 M...

Page 21: ... THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES Distributed in the U S A by VTech Communications Inc Beaverton Oregon Distributed in Canada by VTech Electronics Canada Ltd Suite 200 7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond B C V6X 1Z9 Copyright2002forVTECHTELECOMMUNICATIONSLTD Printed in China ...

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