2101
Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,electric shock and injury, including the following:
1.Read and understand all instructions.
2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3.Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4.Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool).
5.Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand. The product may fall, causing serious damage.
6.Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation 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 in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.
8.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it.
9.Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset 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 base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used.
11.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.
12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions:
A.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B.If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
C.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.
E.If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged.
F.If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13.Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
14.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
15.Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.
Introduction
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3. | Telephone line cord | ||
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4. | Battery | ||
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5. | Power Adapter |
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6. | User’ s manual |
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Installing/Replacing the Battery
1. Slide the battery cover off by gently pressing on the recessed area with a downward motion.
2. Unplug and remove the old battery. Do not dispose of the old battery in a trash compactor or fire - it could explode.
3. With the red and black wires at the bottom of the battery, angle the top of the battery into the compartment, under the claws. Next, press the lower end of the battery down, so it is held in place by the lower claw. Now, plug the connector into the socket, located below the battery. Slip the battery wires into the guide, located below and to the left of the socket.
4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it into place.
5.The new battery must be charged before using your telephone. Place the handset in the base unit to allow it to charge for over 16 hours. Maximum battery life between charges is approximately 3.75 hours of talk time or 3.75 days of standby.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:
1.Use only the VTech battery supplied, or equivalent.
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 batteries 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.
4.Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Getting Started
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Handset Features
Setting UpYour 2101
1.Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack.
2.Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connector to the power jack on the bottom of the base unit. Insert the cord in the channel guide.
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter shipped with your 2101. It is specifically designed for this product.
NOTE: Connect power to the base unit before placing the handset in the cradle.
3.CHARGETHE HANDSET BATTERY BEFORE USE. The battery recharge automatically whenever the handset is in the base unit cradle.The battery must be charged for 15 hours before using your phone for the first time.
4.Connect the telephone line cord.Insert one end of the telephone line cord into the phone jack on the bottom of the base unit. Plug the other end into a telephone wall jack. Make sure the plugs snap securely into place. Insert the cord in the channel guide.
5.CHECK FOR A DIAL TONE. After the battery is charged, pick up the handset and press the ON key.You should hear a dial tone. If not, see IN
CASE OF DIFFICULTY.
ON LED
•Lit when the handset is on an active call.
•Flashes in unison with an incoming ring.
•Flashes quickly during program- ming mode.
•Flashes slowly when the battery is low.
•Illuminates steadily when the handset is charging in the base.
ON/ FLASH KEY
•Press the ON key to make a call.
•If you are currently on a call, and hear a call waiting tone, press ON to switch to the second call. Press ON again to return to the original call.
VOLUME CONTROL
•Adjusts the volume of what you hear through the handset.
• While on a call, press the or key to adjust the listening
volume. The handset will emit a double beep when the maximum or minimum volume level has been reached.
OFF KEY
•Press the OFF key to exit all modes of operation.
REDIAL / PAUSE KEY
•When you hear the dial tone, press REDIAL to call the last number dialed on your phone.
•It can also be used to store the last number dialed into speed dial memory. See Storing a Redial Number into Speed Dial for details.
•You can store pauses into your speed dial numbers. See Storing Pauses in Memory for details.
CHAN KEY
•Pressing the CHAN key when the handset is in use will activate a channel change to the next free channel.
•This is used if you are experiencing noise or interference on the current channel.
MEM/PROG KEY
•Press the MEM key to enter MEMORY mode.
•The sequence for dialing out a speed dial number in memory is: ON, MEM, number button
•Press MEM/PROG to enter programming mode. See
Programming Speed Dial Numbers for more details.
TONE/ * KEY
•In PULSE dialing mode, this key is used to switch to temporary TONE dialing mode.
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