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Installation

For maximum performance of your cordless 

telephone system:
1 .   Choose a central location for your base 

unit .

2 .  Install  your  phone(s)  as  far  away  as 

possible  from  any  other  cordless 

(wireless)  devices  such  as  cordless 

telephones, 802 .11 wireless routers (for 

example, WiFi), etc .

3 .  Install  your  phone(s)  as  far  away 

as  possible  from  other  electronic 

equipment such as microwave ovens, 

televisions, computers, etc .

4 .   Install your telephone equipment away 

from heat sources and sunlight .

5 .   Avoid  excessive  moisture,  dust  or 

extreme cold .

Install handset battery

a)  Align  the  two  holes  in  the  plug  with  

the  socket  pins,  then  snap  the  plug  

into place .

b)  Place the battery in the compartment .
c)  Replace  cover  by  sliding  it  up  into 

place .

d)  Place  the  handset  in  its  base  when 

not  in  use  to  ensure  maximum  daily 

performance .

e)  Be  sure  to  charge  the  battery  for  a 

minimum of 16 hours before using your 

phone .

Choose location

•  Use only the VTech 

battery pack supplied 
with your phone .

•   Place the handset in 

its telephone base 
when not in use to 
ensure optimum 
performance .

CAUTION:

 To reduce 

the risk of fire or injury, 

read and follow these 

instructions:
1 .  Use only the battery 

supplied, or quivalent

2 .  Do not open or 

mutilate the battery 

Released electrolyte 

is corrosive and may

  cause damage to the

  eyes or skin It may 

be toxic if swallowed

3 .  Exercise care in
  handling battery in 

order not to short 

the battery with 

conducting materials 

such as rings, 

bracelets, and keys 

The battery or

  conductor may 

overheat and cause 

burns .

Summary of Contents for VT5875

Page 1: ...Model VT5875 User s Manual w ww v t ec hp hon es co m ...

Page 2: ...tors 11 Handset display 11 Base display 12 Handset layout 13 Base unit layout 14 Telephone operation 15 Making calls 15 From the handset 15 From the base unit 15 Answering calls 15 From the handset 15 From the base unit 15 Flash function 16 Redial function 16 Mute function 16 Conference call 16 Volume control 17 Transferring calls 17 Intercom call 18 Call forward 19 Handset locator 19 Operating ra...

Page 3: ...y 33 Program the PLAY key 33 Program the SKIP key 34 Program the ERASE key 34 Reset all codes 34 Custom pay per use PPU features 35 PPU keys on base 35 PPU keys on handset 35 Change PPU key setting 36 Change auto call back number 36 Change three way calling number 37 Change repeat dialing number 37 Reset all codes 37 Batteries 38 Battery care and maintenance 38 Replacing the handset battery 38 Add...

Page 4: ...eview it thoroughly to ensure proper installation so you can enjoy the benefits of this VTech innovative and feature rich product You can also visit our website at www vtechphones com for support shopping and everything new at VTech In Canada please visit www vtechcanada com Call VTech toll free from the US at 1 800 595 9511 Call VTech toll free from Canada at 1 800 267 7377 ...

Page 5: ... 2 AC power adapter User s manual Handsets 2 Base wall mounting bracket Important Before using this telephone you must read the important safety instructions on page 47 Base unit Belt clips 2 To purchase replacement batteries visit us on the web at www vtechphones com or call VTech Communications Inc at 1 800 595 9511 In Canada contact VTech TelecommunicationsCanada Ltd at www vtechcanada com or 1...

Page 6: ...to place b Place the battery in the compartment c Replace cover by sliding it up into place d Place the handset in its base when not in use to ensure maximum daily performance e Be sure to charge the battery for a minimum of 16 hours before using your phone Choose location Use only the VTech battery pack supplied with your phone Place the handset in its telephone base when not in use to ensure opt...

Page 7: ...e battery can be purchased from most retail stores that carry electronic equipment 1 Open the spare battery compartment by pressing the lever on the cover as shown below in diagram one Then pull the compartment cover up as shown in diagram two 2 Align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins then snap the plug into place Place the battery in the charger as shown in the diagram below 3 Replac...

Page 8: ... wall switch and the connector into the bottom of the telephone base 2 Choose the location for your charger and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet Connect to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the bottom of the telephone base Then plug the other end of the cord into the wall outlet Caution Use only the VTech power supply provided with your phone Standa...

Page 9: ... an electrical outlet and the connector to the bottom of the base unit 3 Connect the telephone line cord to the jack at the bottom of the base unit and the other end to the wall jack 4 Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapters with the holes at the bottom of the base unit Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place 5 Mount the base unit on the wall Position the base unit so the mounting studs wi...

Page 10: ... Check for dial tone After the batteries are charged pick up the handset and press ON you should hear a dial tone If you do not try this phone in another phone jack Belt clip optional Your phone contains an internal noise filter for DSL subscribers This means If you subscribe to DSL service you shouldn t experience interference or noise when using your phone due to your DSL service ...

Page 11: ...lay SEARCHING press and hold the MENU SELECT button for two seconds 2 The handset will display 3 Follow steps 2 through 6 in To register your accessory handsets above De register all system handsets 1 With the phone in idle press 883244 on the base 2 Then press MENU SEL IN USE and CHARGE the POWER LED will illuminate briefly before returning to idle 3 This will erase all handsets registered to the...

Page 12: ...Turns on when the microphone is muted NEW Turns on when there are new call log entries Turns on when the ringer is muted Low battery indicator and charging indicator LED is on when in handsfree mode VOICEMAIL On when new voicemail is detected Service must be subscribed through your local telephone company ...

Page 13: ...handset is charging in the base VOICEMAIL On when new voicemail is detected Service must be subscribed through your local telephone company LED is on when base speakerphone is in use SPARE BATT LED flashes when the base is operating on spare battery power LED is on when a spare battery is charging and the power adapter is plugged into the base Handset and base indicators In the event of a power fa...

Page 14: ...com Basic operation Handset layout 1 Antenna 2 CID 3 Redial pause 4 On flash 5 Dialing key 0 9 6 Voicemail 7 Play 8 Skip 9 Menu select 10 11 Speaker 12 Mute delete 13 Off clear 14 Billed services 15 Intercom 16 Erase X 16 ...

Page 15: ...battery 4 Charge 5 Microphone 6 Auto call back 7 Three way calling 8 Repeat dialing 9 Number keys 10 Speaker 11 Mute 12 Flash 13 Redial pause 14 CID 15 EXIT 16 Delete 17 18 Menu select 19 Skip 20 Volume 21 Erase 22 Voicemail 23 Play Base unit layout 23 ...

Page 16: ... to enter a three second dialing pause Press OFF to end your call From the base unit Press SPEAKER Dial the phone number OR Enter the phone number first then press SPEAKER As you are entering numbers press DELETE or EXIT to backspace and make corrections or press and hold PAUSE to enter a three second dialing pause Press SPEAKER to end your call Answering calls From the handset Press ON SPEAKER or...

Page 17: ...ist Mute function During an active call press the MUTE key on handset or base unit to disable the microphone The screen will display Press MUTE again to return to normal two way conversation MICROPHONE ON will display briefly Conference call Your phone is capable of supporting conference calls between system handsets or base It is possible to establish a conference between any two handsets or a ha...

Page 18: ... level will be applied each time you use the handset speakerphone or headset Transferring calls You can transfer calls between the base and any handsets registered to it While you are on an external call using transfer allows you to speak to the person who answers at the base or handset you are calling before releasing the external call to them Press INTERCOM key on the handset or base it will dis...

Page 19: ...dset will display Select a number of the handset to be called 1 4 or 0 for base For example if you intercom the base the display will show Press INTERCOM ON or SPEAKER on the handset or base to answer the intercom call The screens will display Press INTERCOM OFF CLEAR on the handset or EXIT on the base to end the call If the handset base you are attempting to intercom is out of range or on an exte...

Page 20: ...EAKER or any of the dialing keys 0 9 to answer the call If the handset or base being called does not respond in about one minute the external call will be returned to originating handset or base and the display will show Handset locator From the idle off mode press MENU SEL on the base unit then use or key to scroll to HANDSET LOCATOR Press MENU SEL display will show To end the page press ON SPEAK...

Page 21: ... communicate over a certain distance The range may be affected by the weather or the construction of your home or office If you receive a call while you are out of range the handset might not ring or if it does ring the call might not connect when you press ON Move closer to the base then press ON to answer the call If you move out of range during a phone conversation you might hear noise or inter...

Page 22: ...a full directory MICROPHONE MUTED The call is on mute SPEAKER The handset speakerphone is in use LOW BATTERY The battery needs to be recharged INCOMING CALL There is a call coming in NEW VOICE MAIL There are new voicemail messages X NEW CALLS There are new calls in the call log SEARCHING The handset has lost communication with the base BASE IS PAGING The base is paging handset s BASE IS CALLING Th...

Page 23: ...hone number you have entered is already stored in the directory SAVED Your operation is successful WARNING CHECK BATTERY The battery is not installed properly in the handset OR The battery needs to be replaced OR An incorrect battery has been installed by mistake PLACE IN CHARGER The battery is very low The handset should be placed in the base unit or charger CHARGING A handset with a low battery ...

Page 24: ...UTED The call is on mute INCOMING CALL There is a call come in PAGING ALL HANDSETS The base is paging handset s CALLING HANDSET X Calling a handset LINE IN USE An extension phone is in use NO LINE There is no telephone line connected ALREADY SAVED The telephone number you have entered is already stored in the directory NEW VOICE MAIL There are new voicemail messages X NEW CALLS There are new calls...

Page 25: ...west setting Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base Ringer tone From the idle off mode press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base then the or keys to RINGER TONE Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base Press the or keys or enter a digit 0 through 9 to sample the ring tones The screen will show Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base...

Page 26: ...n the handset or MENU SEL on the base Press the or keys to scroll from English to French or Spanish Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base Dial type preset to tone From the idle off mode press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base then or keys to DIAL TYPE Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base then use or keys to scroll from TONE to PULSE Press MEN...

Page 27: ...sor Press DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELETE on the base to backspace and make corrections Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base You ll hear a confirmation tone and the new phonebook entry will be displayed If the phonebook is full the handset or base unit will display You can also press REDIAL then or keys to scroll to the previously dialed number from the redial list you wan...

Page 28: ... MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base With the REVIEW highlighted press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base OR With the handset or base unit in idle press the handset or base unit goes directly into phonebook review mode Andrew 123 4567 Key Character versus of key presses 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 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 ...

Page 29: ...n the handset or MENU SEL on the base You are now prompted to EDIT NAME Press DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELETE on the base to backspace then use the dialing keys to enter the correct name see page 26 Use the and keys to move the cursor Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base A confirmation tone will sound Delete a phonebook entry Follow the first two steps in Review dial from ...

Page 30: ...re on another call You may need to change your phone service to use this feature Contact your service provider if You have both caller ID and call waiting but as separate services you may need combined service You have only caller ID service or only caller waiting service You don t subscribe to any caller ID or call waiting services You can use this product with regular caller ID service and you c...

Page 31: ... history 2 Use and to scroll through records in call history Delete records from call history Delete a specific call 1 Locate the record you want to delete from call history 2 Press DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELETE on the base You ll hear a confirmation beep Delete all calls 1 With the handset in call log mode press and hold DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELETE on the base The screen displays ...

Page 32: ... EXIT on the base at any time to exit call history If both the name and number are not provided UNABLE TO SAVE will be displayed Store a call history record in the directory 1 Locate the record in the call history you want to store in the directory 2 If you wish to change how the number is stored press The screen displays alternate dialing sequences available for this call 3 Press MENU SELECT on t...

Page 33: ...il indications on the handset and base follow the below steps From the idle mode press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base then the or keys to CLR VOICEMAIL Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base the screen will display TURN INDICATOR OFF Press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base Program the voicemail access keys Your phone is factory programmed with...

Page 34: ...ECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base Program the VOICEMAIL key The default voicemail access number is 98 If this does not match the number provided by your local telephone company you will need to edit the number Use or to scroll to ACCESS NUMBER then press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base You see the following display Press DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELETE on the base ...

Page 35: ...AUSE When finished press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base Program the ERASE key The default ERASE key number is 3 If this does not match the number pro vided by your local telephone company you will need to edit the number Use or to scroll to ERASE then press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base You see the following display Press DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELET...

Page 36: ...d party after the call is answered 4 Press Three way calling again A charge is added to your phone bill each time this service is used Repeat dialing repeatedly dials the last number you called over a time interval determined by your local phone company This is useful in reaching a party whose line is busy A charge is added to your phone bill each time this service is used PPU keys on handset To a...

Page 37: ...LECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base You can access the following options Auto callback Three way calling Repeat dialing Reset all codes Change auto call back number The default AUTO CALLBACK number is 69 If this does not match the number provided by your local telephone company you will need to edit the number Use or to scroll to AUTO CALLBACK then press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU ...

Page 38: ...ult repeat dialing number is 66 If this does not match the number provided by your local telephone company you will need to edit the number Use or to scroll to REPEAT DIALING then press MENU SELECT on the handset or MENU SEL on the base The display will show Press DELETE MUTE on the handset or DELETE on the base Enter the new number provided by your local telephone company To enter pauses press an...

Page 39: ...ery five seconds The screen displays LOW BATTERY and the low battery icon Place the handset in the base so the CHARGE light turns on The battery is typically fully charged in 16 hours You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the base after each use Replacing the handset battery 1 Remove the battery compartment cover on the handset by pressing on the indentation and slidin...

Page 40: ...e when not in use Reset the base Unplug the unit s electrical power Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in Allow up to one minute for the handset and base to reset You may need to purchase a new battery please refer to the Batteries section see page 38 of this user s manual I cannot get a dial tone First try all the suggestions above Move the handset closer to the base You might have moved out o...

Page 41: ...et before dialing or dialing from another room in your home with less background noise My handset beeps four times and isn t performing normally Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the base Plug the unit into a different working outlet not controlled by a wall switch Move the handset closer to the base You might have moved out of range If the handset is in its base and the charging l...

Page 42: ...dio towers pager towers cell phones intercoms room monitors televisions personal computers kitchen appliances and other cordless phones The batteries will not hold a charge Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours For optimum daily performance return the handset to its base when not in use You may need to purchase a new battery please refer to the Batteries see page 38 section of this user s...

Page 43: ...cause interference with your cordless phone Try installing your phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible wireless routers radios radio towers pager towers cell phones intercoms room monitors televisions personal computers kitchen appliances and other cordless phones Microwaves operate on the same frequency as your phone It is normal to experience static on your phone wh...

Page 44: ...nes The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range Try moving the base to another location preferably on an upper floor If the other phones in your home are having the issue the problem is in your wiring or local service Contact your local telephone company charges may apply Test a working phone at the phone jack If another phone has the same problem the problem is the pho...

Page 45: ...ug the phone or modem surge protector into a different location If this solves the problem re locate your phone or modem farther apart from one another or use a different surge protector Relocate your phone to a higher location The phone will get better reception not installed in a low area If the other phones in your home are having the issue the problem is in your wiring or local service Contact...

Page 46: ...ust use caller ID compatible equipment Common cure for electronic equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally then try putting the handset in its base If it does not seem to respond do the following in the order listed 1 Disconnect the power to the base 2 Disconnect the handset battery and spare battery if applicable 3 Wait a few minutes 4 Connect power to the base 5 Re install t...

Page 47: ...oducts purchased and used in the United States of America What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period Materially Defective Product During the limited warranty period VTech s authorized service representative will repair or replace at VTech s option without charge a Materially Defective Product If...

Page 48: ...osts for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty What must you return with the Product to get warranty service 1 Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty 2 Include valid proof of purchase sales receipt identifying the Product purchased Product model and ...

Page 49: ...et 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 of any kind on the product 10 To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product but take it to an authorized service facility Opening or removing parts of the telephone base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to danger...

Page 50: ...y upon request The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecti...

Page 51: ...ect only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five FCC ACTA and IC regulations The RBRC Seal on the nickel metal hydride battery indicates that VTech Communications Inc is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of service within the United States and Canada The...

Page 52: ...0 2483 5 MHz Receive frequency Base 2400 2483 5 MHz Handset 5725 5850 MHz Channels 95 Nominal effective range Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use Size Handset 42mm X 52mm X 163mm Base 177mm X 127mm X 169mm Weight Handset 124 grams Base 359 grams Power requirements Handset 600mAH NiMH battery Base 9V DC 800mA M...

Page 53: ...k for dial tone 9 Choose location 5 Clear voicemail 32 Conference call 16 Connect power to telephone base handset chargers 7 Connect to phone line 7 Custom pay per use PPU features 35 D Delete a phonebook entry 28 Delete a specific call 30 Delete all calls 30 Delete records from call history 30 De register all system handsets 10 Dial a displayed number 30 Dial type 25 E Editi a phonebook entry 28 ...

Page 54: ...16 Registration 10 Replacing the handset battery 38 Re register existing handsets to a new base 10 Reset all codes 34 Reset all codes 37 Review call history 30 Reviewing dialing from the phonebook 27 Ringer tone 24 Ringer volume 24 S Shared call log 29 Store a call history record in the directory 31 Storing a new entry 26 T Technical specifications 51 Telephone directory 26 Telephone operation 15 ...

Page 55: ...A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES Distributed in the U S A by VTech Communications Inc Beaverton Oregon Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd Richmond B C Copyright 2006 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD Printed in China ...

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