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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 cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a
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Introduction To purchase replacement battery packs, Parts Check List: call VTech Communications at 1-800-595- 1. Handset 9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics 2. Base Unit at 1-800-267-7377. 3. Telephone Line Cord 4. Battery Pack 5. AC Adapter 6. User's Manual 2
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Handset and Base Layout 1. Antenna 7. Channel 2. Earpiece 8. OFF 3. IN USE/LOW BATT LED 9. REDIAL(PAUSE) 4. PHONE(FLASH) 10. Volume 5. Dialing Keys (0-9,*, #) 11. PAGE 6. MEM(PROG) 12. IN USE/CHARGING LED 3
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Setup Connecting power to Base Unit Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the bottom of the Base Unit. Installation of Battery Pack in Handset Follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward. 2. With the red and black wires at the bottom of the pack, angle the top of the battery into the compartment, under the two claws. Next, press the lower end of the battery pack down, so it is held in place by the
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Setup 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
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Handset Features
IN USE/LOW BATT LED • The IN USE/LOW BATT LED lights VOLUME CONTROL when the Handset is on an active call. • Adjust the volume of what you hear • It flashes in cadence with an incoming through the Handset. ring. • While on a call, press the or • It flashes quickly during programming key to adjust the listening volume. The mode. Handset will emit a double beep when • It fla
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Base Unit Features IN USE/CHARGING LED • The LED illuminates steadily when the Handset is in the Base cradle to indicate that the Handset battery is being charged. • The LED illuminates whenever the Handset is being used. • This LED also flashes in cadence with the incoming ring. PAGE KEY • Press the PAGE key to page the Handset. • Press it second time to cancel a page. • The Base will ring the Handset for 1 minute before ending the page automatically. • The Handset can
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Operating Instructions Making Calls • Pick up the Handset and press PHONE. • When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. • The IN USE LED will illuminate while the Handset is on a call. If you make a mistake when dialing, press OFF to hang up, then press PHONE to get the dial tone again. • You must always press PHONE before you can dial a call on the Handset. Answering Calls • When an incoming call is ringing, the IN USE LED on the Base and Handset will flash. • To answer a call when the Handset
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Operating Instructions Changing Channels • If you notice interference when using your Handset, press CHAN to switch to a clear channel. This function is only available when you are on a call. TONE/PULSE Setting NOTE: Your t 2406 is preset at the factory for TONE dialing. • If you have touch tone service on phone line: • Press MEM/PROG, *, *, MEM/PROG to switch to TONE dialing. • If you have rotary service, press MEM/PROG, *, #, MEM/PROG to switch to PULSE. Temporary Tone If you have a rotary (d
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Operating Instructions Checking the Ringer To check the ringer which is currently programmed, do the following: • Press MEM/PROG. • Press the # key. • Press 0. • Press the MEM/PROG key to confirm. Memory Dialing • The t 2406 can store up to 10 different phone numbers that you can dial just by pressing PHONE, MEM/ PROG and one of the number keys (0-9). Programming Speed Dial Numbers The Handset must be OFF. • Press MEM/PROG. The IN USE/LOW BATT LED will blink to indicate that you are in the progr
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Operating Instructions Storing Pauses in Memory • To insert a pause in a phone number, press REDIAL/PAUSE. The pause is 2 seconds in length. For longer pauses, press REDIAL/PAUSE two or more times. Each additional press adds an additional 2 seconds pause. • If your phone is connected to a PBX you can store the PBX access number and a pause before the phone number. For example, to store 9-PAUSE-555- 1234 in memory location 8 do the following: • Press MEM/PROG. • Press 8. • Press 9. • Press REDI
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Maintenance Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your t 2406 cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical stor
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In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Electronics at 1-800- 267-7377. The Phone Doesn't Work At All • Make sure the Power Cord is plugged in. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit and the telephone wall jack. • Make sure the batteries are properly charg
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In Case Of Difficulty Common Cure For Electronic Equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the Handset in the cradle. If it does not seem to respond, do the following(in the order listed) : 1. Disconnect the power to the Base. 2. Disconnect the Handset battery. 3. Wait a few minutes. 4. Connect power to the Base. 5. Re-install the battery pack, and return the Handset to the charge cradle. 6. After a few seconds, try using your Handset again. 14
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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 and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty exte
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Warranty Statement 5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or 6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes); or 7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or 8. Charges for installation or set up, adjust
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Warranty Statement Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. • In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lo
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. A label is located on the underside of the Base Uni
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required to provide you with the following information. 1. Product identifier and REN information The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an identifier indicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). This information must be provided to your local telephone company upon request. For equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001, the
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned. 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose
