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FREQUENCY CONTROL

Crystal controlled
PLL synthesizer

TRANSMIT FREQUENCY

Base : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz
Handset: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz

RECEIVE FREQUENCY

Base: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz
Handset : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz

CHANNELS

95 Channels

NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE

Maximum power allowed by FCC and
IC. Actual operating range may vary
according to environmental condi-
tions at the time of use.

SIZE

Handset : 193mm x 52mm x 40mm
(including antenna)
Base : 192mm x 143mm x 91mm
Charger: 77mm x 69mm x 54mm

WEIGHT

Handset : 138 grams

(excluding Battery Pack)

Base :

432 grams

Charger :

216 grams

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Handset :

2.4V 1400mAh NiMH

Battery Pack
Base : 7 VDC @ 900mA
Charger : 6 VDC @ 300mA

MEMORY

Speed Dial: 50 Memory locations; up

to 32 digits per location

CID :

Alphanumeric Display
50 Memory locations

SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL

AND MAY CHANGE WITHOUT

NOTICE.

Technical Specifications

Summary of Contents for i 5881 Important s

Page 1: ...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...

Page 2: ...VICE 1 800 595 9511 In Canada call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd at 1 800 267 7377 BEFORE USING YOUR i 5881 SYSTEM CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM COVERINGTHE DISPLAYS SAVE THESE INSTRUCT...

Page 3: ...lly using the Intercom feature This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5881 cordless telephone We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone To order additional syste...

Page 4: ...ist 1 Base Unit 2 Handset 3 Handset Charger 4 Base AC Power Adapter 5 Telephone Line Cord 6 Belt Clip 7 Base Wall Mounting Bracket 8 Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 9 User s Manual 10 Battery Pack Telep...

Page 5: ...eadset Jack 2 5mm 4 On Flash 5 Dialing Keys 0 9 6 Speakerphone The Handset Layout 7 Incoming Call Handset On LED 8 LCD Display 9 Soft Keys 10 Volume 11 Off Clear 12 Sound Select 13 Microphone 1 2 3 4...

Page 6: ...6 Delete 7 Flash 8 Mailbox Keys 9 Repeat Slow The Base Unit Layout 10 Skip Quick 11 Intercom 12 Speaker Phone 13 Soft Keys 14 Volume Keys 15 Dialing Keys 0 9 16 Telephone Jack 17 DC Connector 18 Spar...

Page 7: ...t Charger 1 Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector into the bottom of the Base Unit 2 Choose the location for your Handset Charger and plug its power supply into an e...

Page 8: ...d extension numbers in the following order HANDSET 2 HANDSET 3 etc Whenever a charged Handset battery pack is installed the Handset will automati cally begin SEARCHING FOR BASE if previously registere...

Page 9: ...bstances may be released causing harm to eyes or skin 3 Exercise care in handling battery packs in order to prevent an accidental short of the charge contacts potentially causing the battery pack to o...

Page 10: ...al and purchased separately NOTE When using the i 5881 during Power Backup mode audio quality may be compromised due to reduced power availability 1 Open the spare battery charger by pressing the rele...

Page 11: ...Base Unit and the other end to the wall jack 3 Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapters with the holes on the bottom of the Base Unit back of the Handset Charger Snap the wall mount bracket firmly...

Page 12: ...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 me...

Page 13: ...the 15 digit ID Code Afterwards it 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 inc...

Page 14: ...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 display...

Page 15: ...incoming ringing Lights when the Answering Machine is ON Description Flashes with the incoming ringing It also illuminates for 5 seconds after answering or making a call LED Mailbox 1 2 3 Speaker Phon...

Page 16: ...elephone numbers dialed from the Handset The number on the top line represents the last number dialed Use the scroll keys to highlight the desired number To dial press ON FLASH or SPEAKERPHONE From th...

Page 17: ...ving Redial Numbers in Phone Book Memory Handset or Base Press REDIAL then scroll to the desired number Press SELECT then SAVE You will be asked to ENTER NAME Use the keypad to enter the desired name...

Page 18: ...NGS DISPLAY BASE ID Press the CLEAR key to step back through the menu Press and hold CLEAR to immediately return to the idle screen Soft Menu Functions SetTime To set the time on your i 5881 At the Ha...

Page 19: ...oviders You must subscribe to these services to get the benefits of these features If you do not subscribe to Caller ID services you can still use your i 5881 and the other features it offers Due to r...

Page 20: ...her registered Handset and Base displays will consider it a new call and add it to the NEW CALLS total After you review all new Caller ID records the NEW CALLS status will be turned off From the idle...

Page 21: ...to delete Caller ID records Your i 5881 always saves the 50 most current CID records As new records come in the oldest records are automatically deleted to make room OPT Select this option to display...

Page 22: ...allow the Handset to vibrate alerting you to an incoming call Press the ON or OFF soft key to make your selection then press OK to confirm Vibrate and Ringer are independent features Adjusting one doe...

Page 23: ...m English to Spanish or French Use the scroll keys to select language then press OK to confirm your choice Register REMINDER The Handset that comes with your i 5881 Base is already registered to it Us...

Page 24: ...ghted Press OK again You will see a graph on the Base display indicating the relative volume set ting Press to lower the ringer volume At the lowest setting graph is com pletely clear the Base will no...

Page 25: ...ll down to TONE PULSE Press OK Choose TONE or PULSE Press OK to confirm your selection CONTRAST You can adjust the Base Unit LCD screen s contrast to suit your eyes Press MENU Scroll down to BASE SETT...

Page 26: ...aracters to be displayed in the following order Each system Handset and the Base Unit can independently store names and numbers in memory Adding editing or deleting items stored in one unit does not a...

Page 27: ...n be prompted to ENTER NAME Use the digit keys to spell the name If you make a mistake press the CLEAR softkey To enter a space press When finished press SAVE If there is space available in memory the...

Page 28: ...the first few chararcters of the name and then press FIND to search If you make a mistake press CLEAR softkey The closest match in alphabetical order will be displayed Once you find the entry you wan...

Page 29: ...it a Number Following the first 3 steps in To Search For and Dial a Number Name locate the entry you want to edit Press the EDIT softkey twice The Handset will display Press NAME or NUMBER depending o...

Page 30: ...y key except OFF and the softkeys Press OFF to end your call OR Place the Handset in charger cradle to end your call Making Calls From the Base Unit Press SPEAKERPHONE Dial the phone number Press SPEA...

Page 31: ...simply press the Volume or keys to adjust the speakerphone volume NOTE To adjust the playback volume of the Answering System see AdjustPlayback Volume on page 39 Sound Select During a call you can ad...

Page 32: ...press SPEAKERPHONE Note BoththeHandsetandBasewilldisplayCALL ON HOLD when a call is placed on hold However withClockModeenabled theCALLONHOLDalert will be displayed on the Handset for only 5 seconds...

Page 33: ...FF and the softkeys To end an intercom call press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the Base From Handset to Base Press MENU then scroll down to INTERCOM Press OK Scroll to BASE then press OK The Base...

Page 34: ...881 Handset or the Base a status message similar to this will display on idle Handset s When the telephone line is currently being used by a parallel set a telephone device other than the i 5881 on th...

Page 35: ...incoming call From the Base Press INTERCOM or XFER soft key Scroll to the desired destination then press OK The ringing Handset can pick up the transferred call just like any incoming call AnnouncedTr...

Page 36: ...one The Announce Only pre recorded announcement says Hello I m unable to answer your call right now Please call again Thank you Turn Answering System On Off When you supply power to the Base Unit the...

Page 37: ...any MAILBOX button to stop recording The system plays back your recorded message To review your announcement at any time 1 Press MENU until you hear Set Outgoing Message 2 Press any MAILBOX button To...

Page 38: ...eatures and functions of the answering system from a touch tone phone The code can be changed to any two digit number from 40 99 Set Audible Message Alert Off On When Message Alert is turned ON the ba...

Page 39: ...to play messages Press again to stop playback A Mailbox key will flash if that mailbox contains any unplayed messages It will glow steadily if it contains only previously heard messages Press SKIP to...

Page 40: ...e mode 3 If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the announcement does not stop right away press and release the telephone switchhook at the extension Record a Memo You can recor...

Page 41: ...ne second from on or off C L normal display Day and Time need to be set _ _ System is answering a call or is in remote operation _ _ flashing System is in programming mode or initializing Answering Sy...

Page 42: ...then beeps Record announcement Press 7 after beep record announcement press 5 to stop System plays back announcement Record memo Press 8 then mailbox number where you want memo recorded speak after b...

Page 43: ...he Headset Jack on the i 5881 Handset Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack on the cordless Handset The plug should fit securely Do not force the connection NOTE Whenever a compatible Heads...

Page 44: ...ical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment For your own safety use caution when using electric appliances during storms Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a d...

Page 45: ...or local service Contact 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 can...

Page 46: ...t 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 Base 2 Disconnect the Hand...

Page 47: ...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 under t...

Page 48: ...proof of purchase sales receipt identifying the Product purchased Product model and the date of purchase or receipt and 3 Provide your name complete and correct mailing address and telephone number Ot...

Page 49: ...uipment from the line network 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 t...

Page 50: ...se 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 and technical r...

Page 51: ...son 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 emergency services tend to b...

Page 52: ...as appropriate Your i 5881 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...

Page 53: ...ding to environmental condi tions at the time of use SIZE Handset 193mm x 52mm x 40mm including antenna Base 192mm x 143mm x 91mm Charger 77mm x 69mm x 54mm WEIGHT Handset 138 grams excluding Battery...

Page 54: ...ew messages enter a command 4 To exit remote operation press 0 Your Remote Access Code ______ ____________________________________ Remote Access Commands FUNCTION PRESS Hear Commands Menu 5 Play Messa...

Page 55: ...Operation 12 Basic Operations 14 Handset and Base Indicators 14 Handset Icons 14 Handset LEDs 15 Base Unit Icons 15 Base LEDs 15 Soft Menu Functions 16 Redial 16 Handset Menu 18 Base Unit Menu 18 Set...

Page 56: ...udible Indicators 36 Turn Answering System On Off 36 4 Way Multi Function Selector 36 Set the Clock 36 About Maiboxes 36 About Announcements 36 Record Your Announcement 37 Answering System Feature Set...

Page 57: ...f Difficulty 45 Intercom Page 33 Keypad Tone 23 25 Language 23 25 Line in Use Indication 34 Listen to Save and Delete Messages 39 Low Battery Tone 22 Maintenance 44 Making Calls 30 Memory 26 Message W...

Page 58: ...n 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd 7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond B C V6X 1Z9 Copyright 2003 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD Printed in China VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS...

Page 59: ...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 To order additional system Handsets m...

Page 60: ...t 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...

Page 61: ...en 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 r...

Page 62: ...ble 10 USB Cable 1 Handset 2 Charger Wall Mounting Bracket 3 Belt Clip 4 Handset Charger 5 Software CD ROM Disc Getting Started Charger Wall Mounting Bracket Software CD ROM Disc Audio Patch Cable USB...

Page 63: ...5 On Flash Key 6 Dialing Keys 0 9 7 Speakerphone Key 8 Speakerphone LED 9 Message Waiting In Use Incoming Ringing LED 1 2 9 10 16 3 5 6 7 13 12 15 14 8 17 11 4 Getting Started 10 LCD Display 11 5 Way...

Page 64: ...at least 12 hours 5 Please note that the first charging after prolonged storage may yield a lower capacity than normal However capacity will be restored after 2 to 3 charging discharging cycles 6 Aft...

Page 65: ...andset and the call will be dropped Charging the Handset Battery Pack After a low battery indication place the Handset in the charger and ensure that the CHARGING light turns on With the exception of...

Page 66: ...ing for Base press the NEW soft key Enter Base ID will now be displayed Follow the steps above Wait approximately 15 60 seconds You will hear confirmation beeps from the Base and Handset The newly reg...

Page 67: ...ed 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 detecte...

Page 68: ...lly take you to the Intercom menu screen pressing the 6 key will automatically take you to the Settings menu screen Similarly when viewing a list menu pressing the corresponding number will automatica...

Page 69: ...ing key assigned to each menu item The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so forth on down the menu Intercom From Handset to Base With the Intercom icon highlighted press the joystick in or ass...

Page 70: ...ntents of your phonebook If there are no entries the screen will display Phonebook is empty The i 5801 can store up to 50 names numbers in the phonebook directory along with a distinctive ring and ima...

Page 71: ...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 The screen w...

Page 72: ...ss 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 Yo...

Page 73: ...ill display Press EDIT softkey Press the joystick or to the option you want to edit then enter the corrections as needed Press the softkey for deleting When finished press the SAVE softkey The screen...

Page 74: ...ID record displayed you can SAVE it in the phonebook press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number or DELETE the entry from the log Clear CID Log dialing key 2 choose this option if you want to delete a...

Page 75: ...Handset to factory preset settings There are 4 options can be reset Clear My Clips Clear My Pictures Clear Phonebook Default Settings Choose the desired option that you want to reset You will be aske...

Page 76: ...e On Off Keypad Tone dialing key 5 this option allows you to turn the Keypad Tone On Off Low Battery Tone dialing key 4 this option allows you to turn the Low Battery Tone On Off Sound Clips dialing k...

Page 77: ...screen confirming Wallpaper Set and an audio confirmation To assign a personal image into your Handset see the Picture Download section in page 21 for instructions Handset Menu NOTE After 30 seconds...

Page 78: ...re using the Audio Patch Cord insert the 3 5mm plug larger plug into the headset jack of your PC or audio source Insert the 2 5mm plug smaller plug into the Headset jack on the side of the i 5801 Hand...

Page 79: ...e 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 After th...

Page 80: ...set and it will be saved in your My Pictures directory You have the option to either SET set the picture to be wall paper or DELETE the downloaded image You are able to have a total of 14 images store...

Page 81: ...The volume control is on the right edge of the Handset During a call press the or key to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level The procedure is the same for the Hand set earpiece Headset...

Page 82: ...ain to return to normal 2 way conversation Hold Function From the Handset Press the HOLD soft key to place a call on hold To returntothecall presstheON orSPEAKERPHONE key Note The Handset will display...

Page 83: ...ation Announced Transfer by doing the following steps Blind Transfer Press the joystick in then press joystick or to the desired destination Press the joystick in again for confirmation The ringing Ha...

Page 84: ...rubber flap on the cordless Handset The plug should fit securely Do not force the connection NOTE Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to the cordless Handset the microphone on the Handset will...

Page 85: ...n sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment For your own safety use caution when using electric appliances during storms Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic...

Page 86: ...hat 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...

Page 87: ...our 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...

Page 88: ...placement 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 p...

Page 89: ...his 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 acti...

Page 90: ...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 i...

Page 91: ...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...

Page 92: ...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 th...

Page 93: ...one 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 Programmin...

Page 94: ...iate Your i 5801 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 locat...

Page 95: ...Actual operating range may vary accordingtoenvironmentalconditions at the time of use SIZE Handset 193mm x 52mm x 40mm includingantenna Charger 77mm x 69mm x 54mm WEIGHT Handset 148 5 grams excluding...

Page 96: ...TECH GROUP OF COMPANIES Distributed in the U S A by VTech Communications Inc Beaverton Oregon 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd 200 7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond B C V...

Page 97: ...unds Alerts 18 Pictures 18 Recordable Ringer 20 Pictures Download 21 Advance Operation 23 HandsetOperation 23 MakingCalls 23 AnsweringCalls 23 How to Adjust the Handset Volume 23 Sound Select 23 MuteF...

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Page 103: ...5820 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 pa...

Page 104: ...tion 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 deale...

Page 105: ...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...

Page 106: ...eVT5820Accessory 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 Han...

Page 107: ...D 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 sl...

Page 108: ...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 di...

Page 109: ...t 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 S...

Page 110: ...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...

Page 111: ...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...

Page 112: ...l storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment Foryourownsafety usecautionwhenusingelectricappliancesduringstorms Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plasti...

Page 113: ...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 in...

Page 114: ...our 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 Equip...

Page 115: ...cement 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 peri...

Page 116: ...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...

Page 117: ...ations 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 includi...

Page 118: ...twork 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 o...

Page 119: ...m 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...

Page 120: ...stomer 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 an...

Page 121: ...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 th...

Page 122: ...perating 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 batter...

Page 123: ...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...

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