VTech i 5808 important safety instructions Introduction

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Introduction

Your i 5871 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz fre- quency range. Your i 5871 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 8 handsets. Using additional handsets, up to four people can be conferenced on a call (three handsets and the base speakerphone).

This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5871 cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.

To order additional accessory handsets (model number i 5808), batteries or headsets, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800- 595-9511. In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377.

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Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Introduction Parts Check List Handset Layout Base Unit Layout Setup Connecting Power to Base UnitInstallation and Charge of Battery in Handset Checking for Dial Tone Charging of the Handset BatteryConnecting to Phone Line Getting StartedGetting Started Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Feature Power Guard FeatureInstallation Installation/Registration of Accessory Handset Setup of the i 5808 Accessory Handset Installation of Accessory HandsetRegistration Registering the i 5808 handset for the first timeHandset displays Registration in Progress Getting Started Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDsIcon Base LEDs Base IconsScreen Saver Handset MenuHandset Main Menu NavKeys Navigation KeysAdding Phonebook Entries PhonebookVTech Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries Deleting Phonebook Entries Editing Phonebook EntriesCall log MessagesIntercom Settings Picture Redial Saving Redial Number in Phonebook MemoryDeleting Numbers in Redial Memory Record a Ringer Recordable RingerPicture Download Creating an Empty Phonebook Picture Download/Phonebook Tab FunctionsGraphic Editing Phonebook Tab FunctionsEdit a Phonebook Phonebook Tab FunctionsPress the Delete Selected Contacts button Exporting Contacts to a Comma Separated Text FileErasing Numbers in Redial Memory Base Menu Soft FunctionsCaller ID call waiting ID Calls LogReviewing caller ID from the base Base Unit MenuDialing from caller ID Deleting CID RecordsDelete Call LOG, press Select Weekday Setting Base SettingsRinger Volume Setting OptionsKeypad Tone preset to on ContrastDelete Handsets Turn Answering System On/Off Feature Setup OptionsAnswering System Operation Record Your AnnouncementListen and Delete Messages Review your AnnouncementDelete Your Announcement Record OptionsAt the base Adjust Playback VolumeDelete All Messages With a handsetRecord a Memo Call ScreeningConnect to Answering System from a Remote Location Scroll to Call SCREENING, press SelectMaking Calls Adjust the Handset VolumeAdjust the Base Speakerphone Volume Handset and Base OperationHold Function Mute FunctionFlash Function Handset Speakerphone OperationBase Speakerphone Operation Announced Transfer Line in Use IndicationConference Calling Transferring CallsBelt Clip Headset OperationPhone doesnt work at all Handset does not ring when you receive a callYour handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes Case Of DifficultyYou cannot hear recorded messages You hear other calls while using your phoneCommon cure for electronic equipment Your answering system is not recording messagesMaintenance What is not covered by this limited warranty? Warranty StatementWhat does this limited warranty cover? How long is the limited warranty period?Other Limitations How do you get warranty service?FCC and Acta Information FCC, Acta and IC RegulationsFCC Part Product identifier and REN informationRights of the telephone company Programming/testing of emergency numbersConnection and use with the nationwide telephone network Repair instructionsIC Industry Canada Technical Specifications HandsetBase Table Of Contents Answering System Operation Advanced OperationsHandset Speakerphone Operation Additional InformationIndex Adjust the Handset VolumeBase Unit Layout Handset Layout Need HELP? Issue