Handset Menu

Calls Log (dialing key 3) - review Caller ID data; select and dial from

the Caller ID data or from the Redial list that accounts for the last 10 dialed phone numbers.

Pictures (dialing key 4) - choose from the many preset images or

download new images into the Handset to be used as your idle screen (wall paper) or assign an image to a specific phonebook directory.

Sounds & Alerts (dialing key 5) - Record custom sound clips, turn

ringer and vibrate feature on and off, select main ringer tone, turn tones (low battery, keypad, and out-of-range) on and off.

Settings (dialing key 6) - Set the time; adjust screen contrast; reset to

default settings; change color of the text; register new Handsets; change screen language.

Press the joystick , , or to navigate to the desired menu option. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so forth on the menu.

Intercom

From Handset to Base

With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the joystick in or assigned dialing key to reveal your intercom options, for example:

With the Base option highlighted, press the joysick

in or press the left soft key for confirmation. Or, press the assigned dialing key 0. The screen will display:

The Base will ring, then automatically enter intercom mode.

To end the intercom call, press OFF on the Handset or INTERCOM on the Base.

From Handset to Handset

With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the joystick in or or press the left soft key.

Press the joystick or to navigate to the desired

Handset. Press the joystick in or press the left soft key for confirmation. Or press the assigned dialing key (1 – 6) directly.

The ringing Handset can respond by pressing ON or any of the number keys.

To end an intercom call, press OFF on either Handset.

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GiGA5.8x VT5886, GiGA5.8x VT5836 specifications

The VTech GiGA5.8x family of cordless phones, particularly the VT5836 and VT5886 models, represents a significant advancement in telecommunication technology, offering a blend of functionality, style, and reliability. Designed to meet the demands of modern communication, both models feature a 5.8 GHz frequency range, which helps to minimize interference and provides a clearer, more stable connection compared to traditional 2.4 GHz phones.

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