VTech ia5845 manual My handset

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Suggestion

 

 

My calls fade or cut in

• Press the CHAN button while on a call until the interference has been eliminated.

and out while I’m using

• Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your

my handset.

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 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 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.)

The charge light is off.

• Clean the handset and base charging contact each month using a pencil eraser or cloth.

 

• Make sure the power and line cords are plugged in correctly and firmly.

 

• 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.

 

• Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Warranty section of this user’s manual

 

for further instruction.

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Contents Table of Contents Battery Care and Maintenance Replacing the Handset Battery Need HELP? Parts Check List Before You BeginInstallation Install Handset BatteryChoose Location Modular telephone jack Standard electrical outlet Connect Power and Telephone Line CordsWall Mounting Desk/Table InstallationSet Language Mode Charge the Handset BatterySet the Dial Mode Check for Dial ToneIf you subscribe to DSL service Handset Ringer Style/Battery SaveInstallation Belt clip optional SetupHandset Operation Telephone OperationBase Operation Message Waiting IndicatorHeadset Jack Temporary Tone DialingMessage Waiting Operating RangeCall Transfer Clear Message Waiting AlertScreen Displays When Display Screen MessagesStore a Number/Name in Speed Dial Speed DialEnter Number Edit a Speed Dial Number/NameDelete a Speed Dial Number/Name Dial a Speed Dial NumberReassign Locations in Speed Dial Telephone Directory Store a Number/Name in the DirectoryEdit a Number/Name in the Directory Delete a Number/Name in the Directory Dial a Number from the Directory Move a Number/Name to Speed DialCaller ID Review Call History About Call History Caller IDDelete Records from Call History Dial a Displayed NumberStore a Call History Record in the Directory Screen Displays When Batteries Battery Care and MaintenanceProblem Suggestion TroubleshootingAdditional Information CAN’T Connect When I’m near My handset does not My handset Your DSL provider to obtain a noise filter Warranty Statement MaintenanceHow do you get warranty service? Important Safety Instructions FCC Part FCC, Acta and IC RegulationsIndustry Canada Rbrc SealTechnical Specifications Index Index 91-000500-020-000 User’s Manual