VTech Cordless Telephone GiGA58x VT5836 User Manual

Introduction  
Thank you for choosing VTech GiGA5.8x, the most advanced cordless telephone  
operates in the 5.8GHz frequency range. Upgraded with a large colour LCD  
display and lots of extra features, GiGA5.8x brings convenience and pleasure to  
your daily communication with your loved ones.  
This manual is designed to familiarise you with the GiGA5.8x VT5801 Accessory  
Handset setup, registration and basic functions. For detailed operational  
instructions, please refer to your GiGA5.8x VT5836 or VT5886 User’s Manual.  
Important:  
The VT5801 is an Accessory Handset for use with the GiGA5.8x VT5836  
or VT5886 systems. You must have one of these Base Units in order to use  
the VT5801 Accessory Handset.  
STOP!!  
If you have questions about this product, or if you’re having difficulty with  
setup or operation, do not return your phone to the store. Call our Customer  
Service at: 852-2776 3223  
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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.  
2.  
3.  
Read and understand all instructions.  
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid  
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen  
sink, or swimming pool).  
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product  
may fall, causing serious damage to the product.  
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided  
for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not  
be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar  
surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator  
or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation  
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 to your home, consult your power company.  
8.  
9.  
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product  
where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.  
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots  
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.  
Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors  
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect  
reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance 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 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.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
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, because improper adjustment of other  
controls may result in damage.  
E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.  
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.  
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical  
storm. There may be 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.  
VTECH ELECTRONICS (HK) LTD.  
Customer Service: 852-2776 3223.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Parts Check List  
5. Software CD-ROM Disc  
6. Battery Pack  
1. Handset  
2. Charger Wall Mounting  
Bracket  
7. User's Manual  
3. Belt Clip  
8. Audio Patch Cable  
4. Handset Charger  
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USB Cable  
Charger Wall  
Mounting Bracket  
Belt Clip  
Handset Charger  
Handset  
Software CD-ROM Disc  
Battery Pack  
User's Manual  
Audio Patch Cable  
USB Cable  
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The Handset Layout  
1. Antenna  
2. Earpiece  
3. Headset Jack and Audio Patch  
Cable Jack (2.5mm)  
10. Colour LCD Display  
11. 5 -Way Joystick  
12. Volume Keys  
13. Soft Key  
4. Soft/Select Key  
5. On/Flash Key  
6. Dialing Keys (0-9, * , #)  
7. Speakerphone Key  
8. Speakerphone LED  
14. Off/Cancel Key  
15. Sound Select Key  
16. Microphone  
17. USB Cable Jack  
9. Message Waiting /In Use/  
Incoming Ringing LED  
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Setup  
Connecting Power to Handset Charger  
Because the VT5801 is an accessory Handset to the VT 5836 or VT5886, all  
you need to do is choose the location for your Handset Charger, and plug in the  
power supply into an electrical outlet.  
Installation and charging of Battery Pack in Handset  
Follow the steps below:  
1. Remove the battery compartment  
cover by pressing on the indent and  
sliding downward.  
2. Place the new battery pack in the  
Handset with the metal contacts  
aligned with the charge contacts in  
the battery compartment.  
3. Replace the battery compartment  
cover by sliding it upwards.  
4. Place the Handset in the charger, and  
allow to charge for at least 12 hours.  
5. Please note that the first charging after  
prolonged storage may yield a lower  
capacity than normal. However, capacity  
will be restored after 2 to 3 charging/  
discharging cycles.  
6. After the first charge, a maintenance  
charge of 8 hours will be sufficient.  
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Setup  
Battery Life  
A fully charged battery provides an average talk time of about 8 hours or  
standby time of 5 days.  
NOTE: Talk time and standby time may vary depending on operating conditions.  
Battery Indicator  
Ten minutes before the battery charge level gets too low to operate the Hand-  
set, an empty battery icon will start flashing, five short tones are generated, and  
a LOW BATTERY message is displayed.·  
If you continue to use the Handset without charging or replacing the battery  
(spare battery purchased separately), the Handset will turn off automatically  
when the battery charge level is no longer sufficient to power up the Handset,  
and the call will be dropped.  
Charging the Handset Battery Pack  
After a low battery indication, place the Handset in the charger, and ensure that  
the CHARGING light turns on.·  
With the exception of the first charge, the battery pack is typically charged in 8  
hours.  
NOTE: If you repeatedly get a low battery indication, even after 8 hours of charg-  
ing, then the battery should be replaced.  
As you register additional Handsets to VT5836 or VT5886 system, they will  
be assigned extension numbers in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET  
3, HANDSET 4, and so forth.  
Whenever a charged Handset battery pack is installed, the Handset will  
automatically begin Searching For Base... (if previously registered), or it will  
prompt you to Enter Base ID to register the new Handset.  
BEFORE USING YOUR HANDSET(S), CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE  
PROTECTIVEFILM, COVERINGTHEDISPLAY.  
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Registration  
Registering an VT5801 Handset for the first time  
After charging, the screen will display:  
Find the BASE ID Code by doing the following (Base must  
be OFF):  
1)  
2)  
3)  
At the Base, press MENU.  
Scroll down to DISPLAY BASE-ID, then press OK.  
Enter the 15-digit Base ID Code into the Handset. If you make a  
mistake, move the joystick to the left ( ) to backpace or press the  
right softkey  
to erase a character.  
4)  
Press OK to complete the registration process.  
NOTE: If the Handset, after charging, says “Searching for Base...”, press the  
NEW soft key. “Enter Base ID” will now be displayed. Follow the steps above.  
Wait approximately 15-60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the  
Base and Handset. The newly registered Handset will now be assigned the  
lowest extension number not previously assigned to a different system Handset  
(1 - 6).  
If you do not enter the correct digit sequence, you will see “ Invalid Base ID!” and  
hear an error tone. move the joystick to the left (  
) to backpace or press  
the right softkey  
to erase a character, and carefully re-enter the Base  
ID Code.  
NOTE: The 15-digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and characters,  
such as *. Make sure you carefully enter all 15 digits.  
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Handset Indicators  
Handset Icons  
Icon  
Description  
Line In Use Indicator  
• On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions  
are using the line. For example,  
Handset 2 are on an outside call.  
12 indicates that Handset 1 and  
• Appears in idle or phone on modes to indicate a parallel set in use. It  
replaces phone on icon during phone on mode and parallel set is detected.  
Handset Number Indicator  
• Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left  
corner after the Handset has found the Base.  
1 2 3  
4 5 6  
Searching for Base Indicator  
• Indicates that the Handset is still searching for the Base.  
Intercom Indicator  
• On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For  
example, 02 indicates that the Base and Handset 2 are on intercom call.  
Hold indicator  
• On steady when the line is on hold.  
H
Mute indicator  
• On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.  
M
Ringer Off indicator  
is displayed when the ringer is turned off.  
Battery indicator  
• When the Handset is removed from the charger, this lets you know the  
level of charge in the battery pack, from FULL(  
) to EMPTY (  
).  
• Cycles (Low, Medium, and Full) when Handset battery is charging.  
• Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.  
Answering Machine Indicator  
• Indicates that the answering machine is answering an incoming call  
Note: This is only applicable to the Handset registered with intergrated Base  
Answering Machine.  
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Handset Menu  
Joystick Operation  
This Handset is equipped with a 5-way navigation  
joystick: Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), Down( ),and  
In ( ).  
The joystick allows you to access the Handset’s  
advanced features and settings.  
Press the joystick in any direction to access the  
Main Menu when in idle or screen saver mode.  
Press joystick Left ( ), Right ( ), Up ( ), or Down ( ), to navigate  
though the menu screen.  
Press joystick In ( ) to make a selection. Alternatively, pressing the left  
softkey in some screens will also allow you to select the highlighted option.  
Menu Shortcuts  
When viewing menu options, pressing the  
corresponding number on the dialing keypad  
will automatically go to and select that item.  
For example, in the Main Menu screen, pressing  
the 1 key will automatically take you to the Intercom  
menu screen, pressing the 6 key will automatically  
take you to the Settings menu screen.  
Similarly, when viewing a list menu, pressing  
the corresponding number will automatically  
select that option, and save it, if necessary. For  
example, pressing the 2 key when in the  
Appearance screen will select and save the  
GREEN option.  
Main Menu  
Press the joystick in or left soft key to display the 6  
menu options. Then use the joystick to navigate to  
the desired menu option for selection. You can also  
press the dialing key assigned for each icon (see  
information below for the assigned keys), to activate  
the menu option.  
Intercom  
(dialing key 1) - talk between  
Handsets(s) and Base Unit, or use to page the  
cordless Handset(s).  
1. Intercom  
2. Phonebook  
3. Calls Log  
4. Pictures  
5. Sounds & Alerts  
6. Settings  
Phonebook  
(dialing key 2) - enter and  
retrieve up to 50 names and phone numbers,  
along with a distinctive ring and image for each.  
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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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Handset Menu  
Global Page from Handset  
With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the joystick  
in or press the left soft key.  
Press the joystick or  
to navigate to GLOBAL  
PAGE or press “ ” key.  
*
Press the joystick in or press the left soft key for  
confirmation.  
Any registered Handset or Base can answer the  
global page, thus entering Intercom mode.  
To end the intercom call, press OFF on the Handset  
or INTERCOM on the Base.  
Phonebook  
With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or press the left soft key to reveal  
the contents of your phonebook. If there are no entries, the screen will display  
Phonebook is empty. The VT5801 can store up to 50 names/numbers in the  
phonebook directory, along with a distinctive ring and image for each directory.  
Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters, includ-  
ing space, for the name.  
When prompted to ENTER NAME, use the digit keys to ‘spell’ the name. Each  
press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following  
order:  
Number Key  
Characters (in order)  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
*
&
B
E
H
K
N
Q
U
X
,
.
1
c
f
A
D
G
J
C
F
I
a
d
g
j
b
e
h
k
n
p
u
w
2
3
4
5
6
r
i
L
O
R
V
Y
l
M
P
T
m
S
t
o
q
v
x
s
z
7
9
8
y
W
0
Z
#
#
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Handset Menu  
Adding Phonebook Entries  
Phonebook  
From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press the joy-  
stick in any direction or press the left softkey.  
The Phonebook icon should be highlighted.  
Press the joystick in or left soft key again.  
Press NEW.  
NOTE: When phone book is full, pressing NEW,  
"Phonebook is Full" displays and an error tone  
sounds.  
You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use  
the digit keys to ‘spell’ the name. If you make a  
mistake, press the  
softkey. You can add  
a space between characters by pressing the 1  
key. When finished, press OK.  
Enter the number you want to store in Phonebook.  
Press and hold the # key to insert a pause. When  
finished, press OK.  
The screen will display:  
NOTE: If there is no need to have distinctive ringing  
pattern and distinctive image, you can press SAVE now.  
If you wish the phone to alert you to calls from this  
number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern,  
press the joystick  
Default  
or  
to scroll to RINGER :  
.
Press the joystick  
options.  
or  
to sample the ringer  
— OR —  
Press the joystick in then press the joystick  
or  
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Handset Menu  
to sample the ringer options.  
Press OK for confirmation.  
NOTE: There are 8 traditional ring tones and 12 recorded personal ringers.  
For Recordable Ringer, please refer to page 20 for details.  
NOTE: If there is no need to have distinctive image, you can press SAVE now.  
If you wish to be visually alerted to calls from this  
number by changing to a distinctive image, press  
the joystick  
(none)  
or  
to scroll to PICTURE :  
.
Press the joystick or to sample the pictures  
and images options.  
— OR —  
Press the joystick in then press the joystick  
to sample the pictures and images options.  
Press OK for confirmation.  
or  
NOTE: To create your own pictures, please refer to  
page 21 for details.  
Once you’ve selected a picture, press SAVE.  
Your phonebook entry has been saved and the  
screen will display:  
Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries  
From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press the  
joystick in any direction. The Phonebook icon  
should be highlighted. Press the joystick in or left  
soft key again.  
Press the joystick  
or  
to scroll through the  
contents in alphabetical order.  
— OR —  
You can enter the first characters of the name  
directly. The closest match, in alphabetical order,  
will be displayed  
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Handset Menu  
— OR —  
You can press FIND softkey, enter the first few  
characters of the name and then press OK to  
search. If you make a mistake, press  
softkey. The closest match, in alphabetical order,  
will be displayed.  
Once you can find the entry you want, simply  
press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the  
number.  
Editing Phonebook Entries  
Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and  
Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry  
you want to edit.  
Press the joystick in. The screen will display:  
Press EDIT softkey.  
Press the joystick or  
to edit then enter the corrections as needed.  
Press the softkey for deleting.  
to the option you want  
When finished, press the SAVE softkey. The  
screen will display the edited entry.  
Deleting Phonebook Entries  
Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and  
Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry  
you want to delete.  
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Handset Menu  
Press the joystick in. The screen will display:  
Press DELETE softkey. The screen will display:  
To confirm the deletion, press YES. To exit with-  
out deleting. press NO.  
Calls Log  
With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to view your Caller  
ID and Redial options:  
Review CID Log  
Clear CID Log  
Review Redial  
Clear Redial  
Move the joystick  
or  
to highlight the desired option, then press the joystick  
in or press the left soft key. 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 down the  
menu.  
NOTE: you can also view your Caller ID and Redial options from the Idle Menu  
by selecting the  
and  
using the soft keys.  
Review CID Log (dialing key 1)- allows you to scroll through the 50 current  
Caller ID and Call Waiting records received. With a CID record displayed, you  
can SAVE it in the phonebook, press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number,  
or DELETE the entry from the log.  
Clear CID Log (dialing key 2)- choose this option if you want to delete all CID  
records at once. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all  
records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen.  
Review Redial (dialing key 3)- select this option to display the last 10 numbers  
you dialed. Use the joystick to highlight the desired number, press and hold  
joystick in to view numbers that are longer than 11 digits, then press ON or  
SPEAKERPHONE to dial. You can press SAVE to save it in the phonebook, or  
press DELETE to erase.  
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Handset Menu  
Clear Redial (dialing key 4) - select this option to delete all phone numbers  
stored in redial memory.You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears  
all records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen.  
Settings  
With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal the  
following menu:  
Set Time(dialing key 2) - this option allows you to set the time to be  
displayed on the bottom of the idle screen. If you subsribe to Caller  
ID, this feature will set and update the clock.  
NOTE: Press the number key for changing the time.  
Contrast(dialing key 3) - this option allows you to adjust the  
Handset screen contrast.  
Reset Settings(dialing key 6) - this option allows you to return the  
Handset to factory-preset settings. There are 4 options can be reset:  
Clear My Clips  
Clear My Pictures  
Clear Phonebook  
Default Settings  
Choose the desired option that you want to reset. You will be asked  
Are you sure? Choosing YES for reset. Choosing NO returns you to  
the previous screen.  
Language (dialing key 5, preset to English) - this option allows you  
to change the screen prompts to English, Spanish or French.  
Register(dialing key 4)- this options will allow you to return the  
Handset to the Enter Base ID screen.  
Appearance(dialing key 1) - this option allows you to change the  
color of the text at the top and bottom of the Handset screen. Your  
color choices are:  
Blue  
Green  
Tan  
Rose  
Press the joystick  
to navigate to the desired option and to make the change,  
or press the dialing key that is assigned to the icon.  
For confirmation, press the joystick in or press SAVE softkey.  
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Handset Menu  
Sounds& Alerts  
With this icon highlighted, press the joystick in or left soft key to reveal the  
following options:  
Ringer Control(dialing key 2) - this option allows you to change the  
Ringer Volume, turn the Ringer On/Off and control the Vibrating  
Ringer.  
Ringers(dialing key 3) - this option allows you to assign a new Ring  
Tone. You can choose one of 8 traditional ringers, and 12 musical  
ringers to choose from. Please refer to the Recordable Ringer section  
on page 20 for details on how to record your own personalized ringer.  
Range Tone(dialing key 6)- this option allows you to turn the Range  
Tone On/Off.  
Keypad Tone(dialing key 5) - this option allows you to turn the  
Keypad Tone On/Off  
Low Battery Tone(dialing key 4)--this option allows you to turn the  
Low Battery Tone On/Off  
Sound Clips(dialing key 1)- this option allows you to record and  
access your personal melodies. See the section Ringer C.I.Y.  
on page 20 for details.  
Press the joystick  
to navigate to the desired option and to make the  
change, or press the dialing key that is assigned to the icon.  
For confirmation, press the joystick in or press SAVE softkey.  
Pictures  
Your VT5801 is preset with the following number of images:  
My Pictures – 10 images  
Images – 9 images  
Emotions – 10 images  
CD ROM – 15 new images (not stored in handset)  
You have the ability to assign one image as your background for the idle  
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Handset Menu  
screen (wall paper) or assign a specific image to a phonebook directory in the  
available 50 directories.  
Set a Wallpaper image  
To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures  
Then choose an image in one of the three (My Pictures, Images or Emotions)  
menu options. Once you have selected the image, press the soft  
in the main menu.  
key to set the image as your wallpaper. You will receive a message on the  
screen confirming “Wallpaper Set!” and an audio confirmation.  
To assign a personal image into your Handset, see the Picture Download  
section in page 21 for instructions.  
NOTE: After 30 seconds of inactivity, your Handset will go into idle mode.  
While in idle mode, your handset will display a digital clock. To illuminate the  
idle screen and read the clock, simply press the volume button.  
Clear a Wallpaper image  
To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures  
in the main menu.  
Press the joystick up or down until Clear Wallpaper is highlighted. Then press  
the joystick in or left soft key to clear the wallpaper.  
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Ringer C.I.Y.  
You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer  
or for a Distinctive Ringer for assigning to a individual phonebook directory.  
You can either record using the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord),  
or simply use the Handset microphone. You are allowed to record 9 unique  
ringers for a maximum of 10 seconds each.  
Note: Your VT5801 Handset is preset with many musical (i.e. Jazz, R&B,  
Reggae, Rock, etc) ringer options for you to use as your default ringer or a  
distinctive ringer for a phonebook directory. Three of them are protected. You  
can’t replace them. You can replace the other 6 preset ringers with your own  
ones. Or you can record your own ringers in another 3 blank locations in “My  
Clips”. You may find 10 additional sound clips excluding what preset in the  
Handset on the accompanied CD-ROM.  
To record a ringer, follow these steps.  
Select the Sounds & Alerts icon  
in the Main Menu.  
Select the Sound Clips icon  
If you are using the Audio Patch Cord, insert the 3.5mm plug (larger plug)  
into the headset jack of your PC or audio source. Insert the 2.5mm plug  
(smaller plug) into the Headset jack on the side of the VT5801 Handset.  
You can listen to the playing music through your Handset speaker after  
connecting the Audio Patch Cord when selecting the Record Preview  
menu option. Adjust the recording volume at the audio source, if necessary.  
When you hear what you desire to record, press RECORD.  
If you want to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, select the  
Record Clip menu option. Start recording after you hear a beep.  
Hit the STOP soft key when you want to stop the recording.  
After the recording is finished, you have the choice to PLAY or SAVE the  
recording. If you Save your recording, it will prompt Enter Clip Name. Enter  
a name for the recorded melody. If you make a mistake, press  
soft  
key to backspace. Press SAVE to confirm. “Clip has been saved” will  
display. The melody will be stored in the My Clips section. You can listen  
to all of your recorded musical ringers in My Clips.  
Note: When you want to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, do  
not insert the Audio Patch Cord into the headset jack.  
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Picture Download  
Download your own image  
Do you have a favorite image stored in your personal computer that you would  
like to use as your VT5801 wallpaper or to assign to one of your 50 available  
phonebook directories? Using the provided Image Editor Software, you can  
view and convert your image. Once you have selected your file and viewed  
your image in the software, use the included USB cord to send the converted  
image directly into the Handset. You’ll start by downloading the software into  
your computer:  
ONE-TIMESOFTWAREINSTALLATION  
1. Insert the enclosed Image Editor Tool CD into your personal computer.  
2. You will immediately see a pop-up window giving you three options:  
a. Install/Uninstall the Vtech VT5801 Image Editor  
b. Browse the installation CD  
c. Visit Vtech on the web  
To install the software, click on the Install/Uninstall the Vtech VT5801  
Image Editor icon  
and follow the download instructions.  
3. After the installation process is complete, you will find a Vtech VT5801  
Image Editor icon  
on your PC desktop. Click on this icon to run the  
Image Editor software.  
Once you have installed the software, follow these steps to view and convert  
your selected image.  
Image Download  
Click on the OPEN  
CD-ROM Disc can be found automatically. Or navigate to the directory  
icon, Then the pictures in the accompanied  
where your desired image file is stored, and open the file.  
You will see your image displayed in the middle of the screen and inside  
the telephone display on the right. You can select the following options  
to edit your image:  
-Zoom In and Zoom Out  
-Rotate Left and Rotate Right  
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Picture Download  
-Adjust Brightness and Contrast  
-Adjust Color  
Before downloading your image, make sure that the provided USB cord  
is correctly installed into your computer (using the large connector) and  
Handset (using the small connector). After you have completed the image  
editing process, press Send to Phone  
and then your image will be  
downloaded into the Handset. Within a few seconds, you will see the new  
image displayed on your Handset and it will be saved in your My Pictures  
directory. You have the option to either SET (set the picture to be wall paper)  
or DELETE the downloaded image. You are able to have a total of 14 images  
stored in the My Pictures directory. You can delete the preset images in  
this directory. Additional image samples can be found on the accompanying  
CD-ROM.  
NOTE: Do not leave the USB cord connected to the Handset for an extended  
period of time. This will drain battery.  
NOTE: All preset images in My Pictures can be deleted and replaced by new  
ones. You can record 14 images in My Pictures in total.  
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Handset Operation  
Making Calls  
From the Handset  
Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use the  
Handset Speakerphone feature).  
Dial the phone number.  
-OR-  
Dial the phone number first; then press ON  
(or SPEAKERPHONE).  
Press OFF to end your call or place the  
Handset in charger cradle to end your call.  
Answering Calls  
From the Handset  
Press any key except OFF and the softkeys.  
Press OFF to end your call.  
-OR-  
Place the Handset in charger cradle  
to end your call.  
How to Adjust the Handset Volume  
The volume control is on the right edge of the  
Handset. During a call, press the  
or  
key  
to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable  
level. The procedure is the same for the Hand-  
set earpiece, Headset and Speakerphone.  
Sound Select  
The Sound Select feature incorporates the  
latest in acoustic design, and provides four  
different sound quality settings to suit your  
preference, providing a more comfortable  
telephone conversation.  
During a call, you can adjust the quality of the  
sound to best suit your hearing. Pressing SOUND  
SELECT repeatedly will cycle you through four  
different frequency responses:  
BASS - Low Frequency sounds enhanced  
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MID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced  
(This is the recommended setting for  
hearing aid users)  
TREBLE - High Frequency sounds  
enhanced  
NATURAL- No frequency  
enhancement (Your Handset is  
preset with this selection)  
The Handset will graphically display the four modes.  
NOTE: The Sound Select feature can't be use when in  
Speakerphone or Headset talking mode.  
Mute Function  
During an active call pressing either the MUTE soft  
key on the Handset or the MUTE softkey on the Base  
(when in Speakerphone mode), will disable the  
microphone. Press MUTE again to return to normal  
2-way conversation.  
Hold Function  
From the Handset :  
Press the HOLD soft key to place a call on hold. To  
return to the call, press the ON (orSPEAKERPHONE)  
key.  
Note: The Handset will display CALL ON HOLD when a  
call is placed on hold. If you have new calls in call log,  
"CALL ON HOLD" will display alternately. After 5 seconds,  
An H will be displayed to remind you a call is on hold.  
If a call remains on Hold for 5 minutes, your VT5801 will ring to remind you the call is  
being held. The phone will display Call On Hold Ring Back! You have 30 seconds to  
return to the call before it is dropped.  
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Handset Operation  
Flash Function  
You can use your VT5801 with services such as Call  
Waiting. Simply press the ON/FLASH key on the  
Handset  
Conference Calling  
The VT5836 or VT5886 is capable of supporting con-  
ference calls with up to two registered Handsets, and the Base Unit. To enter a  
conference call, simply access the line with two or more extensions by pressing  
ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset or SPEAKERPHONE on the Base. The  
phone icon  
and two or more extension numbers will be displayed in the  
upper left corner of the Handset display.  
Transferring Calls  
You can transfer calls from your VT5801 to other registered Handsets or to  
the Base without notification (Blind Transfer) or with notification (Announced  
Transfer) by doing the following steps:  
Blind Transfer  
Press the joystick in then press joystick  
Press the joystick in again for confirmation.  
The ringing Handset or Base can pick up the transferred call just like any  
incoming call.  
or  
to the desired destination.  
Announced Transfer  
Press HOLD to place your call on hold.  
Press the joystick in any direction then press joystick  
the joystick in again for confirmation.  
-OR-  
to Intercom, press  
Press the joystick in any direction then press the dialing key 1.  
Press joystick or to the desired destination.  
For confirmation, press the joystick in again.  
When the ringing Handset or Base answers, announce that there’s an  
active call on hold.  
Press OFF (on the Handset) or INTERCOM (on the Base).  
Press ON (on the ‘destination’ Handset) or SPEAKER PHONE (on the  
‘destination’ Base) to pick up the call on hold.  
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Headset Accessories  
Your VT5801 cordless Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for  
use with an optional accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose  
to use the Headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory Headset,  
which is compatible with the VT5801.  
To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 852-2776 3223.  
Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the  
Handset. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack(covered with a  
small rubber flap) on the cordless Handset.  
The plug should fit securely. Do not force the  
connection.  
NOTE:  
Whenever a compatible Headset is connected  
to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the  
Handset will be muted. This is done to limit the  
effect of background noise.  
Many compatible Headsets have a reversible,  
monaural design. You can wear your Headset  
on either ear, leaving one ear free for room  
conversation.  
Belt Clip  
The VT5801 is also equipped with a detachable  
belt clip. Align the pins on the inside edge of  
the clip with the notches on the sides of the  
Handset. The belt clip should snap securely  
into place. Do not force the connection.  
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Maintenance  
Taking Care Of Your Telephone  
Your VT5801 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.  
Electricalstorms  
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic  
equipment.  
For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.  
Cleaning your telephone  
Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for  
many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or  
a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.  
Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when  
you are wet or standing in water. If your Base Unit should fall into water,  
DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND  
TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the  
unplugged cords.  
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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 Customer Service at 852-2776 3223.  
The Phone Doesn't Work At All  
Make sure the Power Cord is plugged into the electrical outlet.  
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit  
and the telephone wall jack.  
Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If the 'LOW BATTERY'  
message is shown, the battery pack needs charging.  
Is the Handset registered to the Base? See Registration on page 8.  
No Dial Tone  
First check all the suggestions above.  
If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect the Base Unit from the  
telephone jack and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone  
on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service. Call  
your local telephone company.  
You Get Noise, Static, Or A Weak Signal Even When You're Near  
The Base Unit  
Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the Base Unit  
can sometimes cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the Base  
Unit to another outlet.  
You Get Noise, Static, Or A Weak Signal When You're Away From  
The Base Unit  
You may be out of range. Either move closer to the Base, or relocate  
the Base Unit.  
The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the Base  
Unit to another position.  
The Handset Does Not Ring When You Receive A Call  
Make sure you have the Handset ringer activated. To set the ringer, see  
Sounds & Alerts.  
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the Base Unit  
and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
You may be too far from the Base Unit.  
You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to  
allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.  
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In Case Of Difficulty  
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 Sounds & Alerts - Ringer CONTROL.  
You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone  
Disconnect your Base Unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular  
telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your  
wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.  
You Hear Noise In The Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work  
Make sure the power cord is plugged in.  
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.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Disconnect the power to the Base.  
Disconnect the Handset battery, and spare battery pack, if applicable.  
Wait a few minutes.  
Connect power to the Base.  
Re-install the battery pack(s).  
Watch for Handset to display :  
then  
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Technical Specifications  
FREQUENCYCONTROL  
WEIGHT  
Crystal controlled  
PLL synthesizer  
Handset :  
148.5 grams  
(excluding battery pack)  
233.2 grams  
Charger :  
TRANSMITFREQUENCY  
POWERREQUIREMENTS  
Base : 5744.736-5825.952 MHz  
Handset : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz  
Handset :  
2.4V 400mAh NiMH  
Battery Pack  
RECEIVEFREQUENCY  
Charger :  
6 VDC @ 300mA  
Base : 2401.056-2482.272 MHz  
Handset: 5744.736 - 5825.952 MHz  
MEMORY  
CHANNELS  
SpeedDial:  
50 Memory locations, up  
to 32 digits per location.  
95 Channels  
CID :  
Alphanumeric Display  
50 Memory locations  
SIZE  
Handset : 193mm x 52mm x 40mm  
(includingantenna)  
Charger : 77mm x 69mm x 54mm  
SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL  
AND MAY CHANGE  
WITHOUT NOTICE.  
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Table of Contents  
Introduction....................................................................................................................1  
ImportantSafetyInstructions..................................................................................2  
GettingStarted.............................................................................................................4  
PartsCheckList...........................................................................................................4  
TheHandsetLayout....................................................................................................5  
Setup...............................................................................................................................6  
Registration....................................................................................................................8  
BasicOperation...........................................................................................................9  
Handset Indicators.....................................................................................................9  
HandsetMenu............................................................................................................10  
Joystick Operation.....................................................................................................10  
MenuShortcuts...........................................................................................................10  
MainMenu..................................................................................................................10  
Intercom........................................................................................................................11  
Phonebook..................................................................................................................12  
Calls Log......................................................................................................................16  
Settings........................................................................................................................17  
Sounds & Alerts..........................................................................................................18  
Pictures........................................................................................................................18  
Ringer C.I.Y. ........... ...................................................................................................20  
Pictures Download ....................................................................................................21  
Advance Operation...................................................................................................23  
HandsetOperation.................................................................................................23  
MakingCalls................................................................................................................23  
AnsweringCalls...........................................................................................................23  
How to Adjust the Handset Volume..............................................................23  
Sound Select................................................................................................................23  
MuteFunction.............................................................................................................24  
HoldFunction...............................................................................................................24  
FlashFunction............................................................................................................25  
ConferenceCalling...................................................................................................25  
TransferringCalls......................................................................................................25  
BlindTransfer.............................................................................................................25  
Announced Transfer......................................................................................................25  
AdditionalInformation.............................................................................................26  
HeadsetAccessories................................................................................................26  
BeltClip.......................................................................................................................26  
Maintenance................................................................................................................27  
InCaseOfDifficulty..................................................................................................28  
TechnicalSpecifications...........................................................................................30  
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