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Troubleshooting

Problem	Suggestion
I get noise, static,	• Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been eliminated..
or weak signal even	• Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone.. Try installing your
when I’m near the	phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios,
base..	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 while the microwave is running.. Do not install this phone in the same outlet or near the microwave..

•If your phone is plugged in with a modem or surge protector, plug 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 likely 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 your local telephone company (charges may apply..)

I hear other calls while	• Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone.. If you
using my phone..	still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service.. Call your local
	telephone company..
I hear noise in the	• Make sure the power cord is plugged in..
handset, and none of
the keys or buttons
work..

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Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Need HELP? VTech toll free 1-800-595-9511 In Canada dialBefore You Begin Parts Check ListChoose Location InstallationInstall Handset Battery Connect Power and Telephone Line Cords Desk/Table Installation Wall MountingSet the Dial Mode Charge the Handset BatterySet Language Mode Check for Dial ToneHandset Ringer Style/Battery Save Set Handset Date and TimeIf you subscribe to DSL service Belt clip optionalTelephone Operation Handset OperationMessage Waiting Base OperationTemporary Tone Dialing When you have a message waiting, the handset will display Clear Message Waiting AlertWalk back into range, periodically pressing OFF Headset JackOperating Range Display Screen Messages Speed Dialing Store a Number/Name in Speed DialEdit a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial Press select to save the edited informationReassign Locations in Speed Dial Delete a Number/Name Stored in Speed DialDial a Speed Dial Number Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory Telephone DirectoryStore a Number/Name in the Directory Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory Move a Number/Name to the Speed Dial Memory Dial a Number from the DirectoryCaller ID About Call History Caller ID Review Call HistoryStore a Call History Record in the Directory Delete Records from Call HistoryDial a Displayed Number Locate the record in call history that you want to dialDialing sequence Code + number number only 1+ number.. See the noteSide margin for more information on changing Press select, then press Or until ProgramAnswering System Operation At the Base Audible IndicatorsSetting the clock About AnnouncementsTo review your announcement at any time System on or off Confirm feature settingsRecord Your Announcement To delete your announcementSetting Up Your Answering System Feature SummaryOff Listen to, Save & Delete MessagesTurn the base ringer on or off Choose how many times the phone willPress to play messages.. Press again to stop playback Call Screening/InterceptRecord a Memo To stop recording, press the PLAY/STOP againWindow Display When Connect with the Answering System Answering System Operation Remote AccessRemote Access Commands Voice MenuCode, then press 0 to turn the answering system on Again to turn the system back onTurn system on Menu WillBattery Care and performance BatteriesTroubleshooting Problem SuggestionComputers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones Off in this troubleshooting guideNoise For further instruction ServiceManual If you subscribe to DSLWhen I’m near Ring when I receive Manual Call My handset does notUp to one minute for the handset and base to reset My handsetMy Caller ID isn’t Maintenance Warranty StatementHow do you get warranty service? Important Safety Instructions FCC, Acta and IC Regulations FCC PartRbrc Seal Industry CanadaTechnical Specifications Receive Frequency Base 5863..80 5872..5 MHzIndex IndexTelephone operation 11-15 Page User’s Manual