Page 2 - There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.; VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; Important Safety Instructions
2 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and contact VTECH under the following conditions: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.D. I f t h e p r o d u c t d o e s n o t o p ...
Page 3 - Introduction
3 The VT5831 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz frequencyrange. Your VT5831 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 6 Handsets. Usingadditional Handsets, up to three people can be conferenced on a call (2 Handsets andthe Base Speakerphone), or two extensions can be con...
Page 4 - Parts Check List
4 To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTech Communications Inc.at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. Parts Check List 1. Base Unit2. Handset3. Handset Charger4. Base AC Power Adapter5. Telephone Line Cord 6. Belt Clip7. Base Wall Mounting Bracket8. Char...
Page 5 - The Handset Layout
5 1. Antenna2. Earpiece3. Headset Jack (2.5mm)4. On (Flash)5. Dialing Keys (0-9, , #)6. Speakerphone7. Message Waiting LED The Handset Layout 8. LCD Display9. Soft Keys10. Volume11. Off (Clear)12. Sound Select13. Microphone 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 *
Page 6 - The Base Unit Layout
6 1. Antenna2. LCD Display3. Clear4. In Use5. Flash6. Hold7. Redial8. Mute9. Messages LED The Base Unit Layout 10. Intercom11. Soft keys12. Speaker Phone13. Dialing Keys (0-9, , #)14. Volume Keys15. Telephone Jack16. DC Connector17. Spare Battery Drawer18. Spare Battery Release 16 15 17 18 1 2 3 4 6...
Page 7 - Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger; bottom of the Base Unit.; Setup; GETTING ST
7 Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Choose the location for your Handset Charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet. Setup GETTING ST AR TED
Page 8 - Place the new battery pack in the; Installation of Battery Pack in Handset; • The low battery message is displayed :
8 Setup GETTING ST AR TED Follow the steps below:1. R e m o v e t h e b a t t e r y c o v e r b y pressing on the indent and slidingdownward. 2. Place the new battery pack in the Handset with the metal contactsaligned with the charge contactsin the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover b...
Page 9 - Connecting to phone line; CAUTION: Use only the Vtech power supply
9 GETTING ST AR TED Connecting to phone line Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jackon the back of the Base Unit. Plug the other end ofthis cord into the wall jack. Checking for dial tone After the battery is charged press ON on the Handset.The Phone icon will appear on the Handset dis...
Page 10 - Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Feature; Open the spare battery charger by
10 Spare Battery Charger/Power Backup Feature GETTING ST AR TED 2 3 1 The VT5831 uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide operationalbackup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery pack in the sparebattery charger, you will still be able to place and receive ca...
Page 11 - the other end to the wall jack.; Wall Mounting
11 1 2 1 3 3 The Wall Mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. Wallmounting is optional. 1. Plug the AC adapters into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the bottom of the Base Unit. 2. Connect the telephone line cord to the jack on the bottom of the Base Uni...
Page 12 - Registration and Operation
12 Expand your VT5831 system by adding accessory Handsets. Bringtelephone service to rooms where a phone jack isn’t available! Registration and Operation Of The VTech VT5820 AccessoryHandset Your VTech VT5831 system can operate up to 6 Handsets. The VT5820 accessory Handset consists of the following...
Page 13 - Enter Base ID Code; alternating with this screen:; it will return to the idle screen.; Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset then press OK.
13 Your VT5831 Handset comes registered tothe Base Unit. To register additional VT5820Handsets, follow these steps: Enter Base ID Code 1. After charging the Handset, remove itfrom its Charge Cradle; the screen willdisplay: alternating with this screen: 2. If, after charging the Handset, you see: 3. ...
Page 14 - Description; Handset Registration indicator; Handset Icons; Handset and Base Indicators; ASIC OPERA
14 Description Line In Use indicatorOn steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is inuse.On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating whichextensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicatesthat Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call. Intercom indicatorOn steady...
Page 15 - Messages
15 Handset and Base Indicators Handset LEDs Description • Flashes to indicate that you have new voicemail messages.Service must be subscribed to through your local telephonecompany • Lights when line is being used by a Handset of the VT5831system.• Flashes when another telephone on the same line (pa...
Page 16 - Soft Menu Functions; REDIAL; S P E A K E R P H O N E .
16 Soft Menu Functions The VT5831 has an advanced design that usesa menu structure and soft keys to accessmany of the features. Example of the idle mode display: REDIAL From the Handset: Press REDIAL to display the last 10 telephonenumbers dialed from the Handset. Thenumber on the top line represent...
Page 17 - • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired; been stored in Phone Book memory.
17 B ASIC OPERA TION • To dial, press SPEAKER PHONE. Erasing Numbers in Redial Memory(Handset or Base) • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired number. • Press SELECT, then ERASE. Saving Redial Numbers in Phone BookMemory (Handset or Base) • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired number. • Press...
Page 18 - To set the time on your VT5831:; NOTE:You can also wait for incoming Caller
18 HANDSET MENU With the Handset in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU to access the following options: • CALLS LOG (Caller ID)• INTERCOM• HANDSET SETTINGS• SET TIME• CLOCK MODE• REGISTER Use the scroll keys to select the desired option, then press OK. Press the OFF/CLEAR key to step back through the m...
Page 19 - Caller ID - Call Waiting ID; • A t t h e H a n d s e t , p r e s s M E N U , s c r o l l
19 Calls Log (Caller ID) Caller ID - Call Waiting ID Your VT5831 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party callingbefore you answer the phone (Caller ID). It is also capable of displaying Caller IDinformation in conjunction with a Call Waiting alert signal (Call Waiting Caller ID)...
Page 20 - Dialing from Caller ID
20 Calls Log (Caller ID) Reviewing Caller ID from the Handsetor Base As new Caller ID/Call Waiting ID records arereceived, your Handset and Base displays willa l e r t yo u t o t h e n ew C a l l e r I D r e c o r d s ,for example: The number of new calls displayed on eachsystem Handset and Base may...
Page 21 - Deleting CID Records; OPT# : Select this option to display up to four; Use the; Dialing Tip: With a Caller ID record displayed,
21 SAVE: Select this option to save the displayed Caller ID record into Speed Dial Memory. Only Caller ID records with telephone numbers can be saved intoSpeed Dial Memory. If you need to modify the number after saving, see TOEDIT A NUMBER. Deleting CID Records To delete the displayed Caller ID reco...
Page 22 - Handset Settings; • RINGER VOLUME; s c r o l l k e y s t o a d j u s t t h e; Press OK to confirm your setting.; • RINGER MELODY; scroll keys to select
22 B ASIC OPERA TION Handset Settings From the HANDSET SETTINGS menu you canselect the following options to modify: • RINGER VOLUME Select this option to adjust the ringer volume.Use the s c r o l l k e y s t o a d j u s t t h e volume up or down. You will see a graph onthe Handset display indicatin...
Page 23 - • CONTRAST; scroll; Register
23 Handset Settings B ASIC OPERA TION • KEYPAD TONE (preset to ON) Select this option to turn the Keypad toneson or off. Press the OFF or ON soft key tomake your selection. Press OK to confirmyour selection and return to the HANDSETSETTINGS menu. When set to ON, theHandset will emit a beep whenever ...
Page 24 - RINGER VOLUME; Base Settings
24 B ASIC OPERA TION To access Base Settings, with the Base in the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU, scrolldown to BASE SETTINGS, then press OK. You can now access the following settingoptions: • RINGER VOLUME• RINGER MELODY• KEYPAD TONE• TONE/PULSE• CONTRAST• LANGUAGE Press CLEAR at any time to back out...
Page 25 - CONTRAST
25 B ASIC OPERA TION KEYPAD TONE (preset to ON) Keypad tones are the ‘beeps’ you hear eachtime you press a key on the Base Unit.To turn this feature ON or OFF: • Press MENU. Scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, then press OK. Scrolldown to KEYPAD TONE. • Press OK. Choose ON or OFF.• Press OK to confirm you...
Page 29 - • Press the DEL softkey. The screen; To Edit a Number
29 B ASIC OPERA TION • Press the DEL softkey. The screen will display: • To delete this record, press THIS. The record will be deleted, and the nexte n t r y i n t h e p h o n e b o o k w i l l b edisplayed. • To delete all records in your phonebook memory, press ALL. The display willask ARE YOU SUR...
Page 30 - SPEAKERPHONE; Answering Calls; Handset and Base Operation; AD
30 Making Calls From the Handset • Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to u s e t h e H a n d s e t S p e a k e r p h o n efeature). Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE). • Press OFF to end your call. Answering Calls From the Handset • Press any key excep...
Page 31 - Base Speakerphone Volume
31 Handset and Base Operation AD V ANCED OPERA TION H o w t o A d j u s t t h e H a n d s e tVo l u m e ( also applies to the HandsetSpeakerphone) The volume control is on the right edge ofthe Handset. During a call, press the UP orDOWN key to adjust the listening volume toa comfortable level. The p...
Page 32 - Mute Function; • To return to the call, press either HOLD or; Flash Function; The Handset will graphically display the four modes.
32 Handset and Base Operation AD V ANCED OPERA TION Mute Function During an active call pressing either the MUTEsoft key on the Handset or the MUTE key on theBase (when in Speakerphone mode), will disablethe microphone. Press MUTE key again to returnto normal 2-way conversation. Hold Function From t...
Page 33 - From Base to ALL Handsets :; I N T E R C O M; From Handset to Handset :; Global Page from Handset
33 Handset and Base Operation Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets : • To page all Handsets from the Base press the INTERCOM key. Scroll toGLOBAL PAGE, then press OK. • Each Handset will display GLOBAL CALL FROM BASE. • Any Handset can then answer the PAGE, and enter INTERCOM mode with theB a s e b y ...
Page 34 - Message Waiting Indication; Handsfree Speakerphone Operation
34 Message Waiting Indication The VT5831 is compatible with optional voicemail service provided by some localtelephone companies. If you subscribe to this service, and you have new, unplayedmessages in your voicemail, a Visual Message Waiting Indication (VMWI) signal istransmitted by your local tele...
Page 35 - Conference Calling; The phone icon; Transferring Calls; pick up the call on hold.
35 Handset and Base Operation The VT5831 will detect a VMWI signal and activate Message Waiting lights on the Baseand Handset(s). See Handset and Base Unit Layouts, pages 5 and 6, for the locationof the Message Waiting lights. After you play all of your new messages, the Message Waiting indicators w...
Page 36 - Headset Operation; Belt Clip; ADDITIONAL INFORMA
36 Headset Operation Your VT5831 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use withan optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use theHeadset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatiblewith the VT5831.To purchase a Headse...
Page 37 - Maintenance; Taking Care Of Your Telephone
37 Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your VT5831 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must betreated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect yourtelephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid wa...
Page 38 - In Case Of Difficulty; SETTINGS and BASE SETTINGS.; telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
38 In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve theproblem. If you still have difficulty after tr ying these suggestions, call VTECHCommunications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at1-800-267-7377. The Phone Doesn’t Work At...
Page 39 - • Make sure the power cord is plugged in.; then
39 Your Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in • It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON. If you’d like to turn it off, see Handset Settings-VIBRATE CONTROL, on page 22. You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • Disconnect your Base Unit from the teleph...
Page 40 - Warranty Statement; What does this limited warranty cover?; c o n d i t i o n s , n e t w o r k r e l i a b i l i t y o r c a b l e o r a n t e n n a s y s t e m s o r
40 Warranty Statement What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTECH product, VTECH Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product andall accessories provided by VTECH in the sales package (“Product”) are freefrom m...
Page 41 - i n s t a l l a t i o n o r r e p a i r o f s y s t e m s o u t s i d e t h e u n i t .; How do you get warranty service?
41 Warranty Statement 8. C h a r g e s fo r i n s t a l l a t i o n o r s e t u p, a d j u s t m e n t o f c u s t o m e r c o n t r o l s, a n d i n s t a l l a t i o n o r r e p a i r o f s y s t e m s o u t s i d e t h e u n i t . How do you get warranty service? • To obtain warranty service in t...
Page 42 - FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations; VTech Communications Inc; the receiver is connected.
42 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may ...
Page 43 - FCC Part 68 and ACTA
43 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION FCC Part 68 and ACTA If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it c...
Page 44 - Hearing aid compatibility; n o r e s p o n s i b i l i t y f o r c u s t o m e r r e l i a n c e u p o n t h e m e m o r y f e a t u r e .
44 ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION m a y m a k e changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures thatcould affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company isrequired to notify you if such changes are planned. 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a...
Page 45 - The RBRC
45 ADDITIONAL INFORMA TION FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to beconnected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipmentmust also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer sh...
Page 46 - Technical Specifications
46 FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlledPLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHzHandset: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHzHandset : 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC andIC. A...
Page 47 - Table Of Contents; Important Safety Instructions; In s t a l l a t i o n o f B a t t e r y; Advanced Operations; Volume; Additional Information
47 Table Of Contents R 1. Important Safety Instructions 3. Introduction 4. Parts Check List5. The Handset Layout6. The Base Unit Layout 7. Getting Started 7. Setup7. Connecting power to Base Unit/Handset Charger 8. In s t a l l a t i o n o f B a t t e r y Pa ck i n Handset 8. Charging of Handset Pac...
Page 48 - Index; Battery Pack
48 Index Answering Calls ...................................30Base Unit Layout ......................................6Indicators ...............................15Settings .................................24Menu ......................................18 Battery Pack Installation .........................
