Answering System Operation

Call Screening

Make sure the answering system is on.

At the base, press MENU, scroll to ANSWERING SYSTEM, press SELECT.

Scroll to CALL SCREENING, press SELECT.

Use the / softkeys to select ON or OFF.

Press SET to confirm your selection. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.

Record a Memo

Press the MEMO softkey and begin speaking toward the base after the tone. Press the STOP softkey when you are finished.

Connect to Answering System from a Remote Location

You can access many features of your answering system remotely from a touch tone phone.

Dial your phone number.

When the answering system picks up, enter the security code. (Preset at the factory to 4321, to reprogram a security code of your choosing, see the Feature Setup Options section on page 35).

CALL SCREENING

RECORD MEMO

AFTER TONE

STOP

Answering System Operation

Once you have entered the security code, you have the following options:

Press 1 to play all messages.

Press 2 to play new messages.

Press 3 to delete the current message (while it is playing).

Press 4 to repeat message (while it is playing).

Press 4 twice to play the previous message (while it is playing).

Press 5 to play help menu.

Press 6 to skip message (while it is playing).

Press 7 to review the announcement.

Press 8 to record the announcement.

Press 9 to turn announce only on or off.

Press 0 to turn the answering system on or off.

Press * to end the call.

Press # to stop playing or recording.

NOTE: If no key is pressed within 10 seconds of entering remote access, any new messages you have will be played automatically. Once the new messages have been played, the system will announce the help menu options. If no key is pressed within 20 seconds, the remote access call will automatically end.

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VTech i 5808 Call Screening, Connect to Answering System from a Remote Location, Scroll to Call SCREENING, press Select

i 5808 specifications

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The VTech i5808 includes an expansive answering system capable of holding up to 60 minutes of recorded messages. The voicemail is user-friendly and offers remote access, allowing users to retrieve their messages from anywhere. Additionally, this model supports multiple handsets, allowing users to add up to 12 additional handsets to the system, creating a comprehensive communication network throughout larger spaces.

Equipped with a large backlit display, the VTech i5808 offers easy navigation and visibility, even in low-light conditions. This is complemented by an intuitive interface that simplifies menu operation for making calls, adjusting settings, and accessing features. With the ability to block unwanted calls, users can avoid disturbances from telemarketers and other nuisance calls.

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