VTech Cordless Telephone gz2334 User Manual

V MixTM 2.4 GHZ Cordless Phone  
USER’S MANUAL  
gz2334  
Animated Caller ID Match  
Five Musical Ring Tones Built-In  
Changeable Face/Base Plates  
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Important Safety Instructions  
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is 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.  
15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk  
mode.  
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BeforeYou Begin  
Enhanced 2.4GHz Technology - Dual band transmission combines the best of  
2.4GHz and 900MHz technologies, providing enhanced performance over standard  
cordless telephones.  
Parts Check List  
1. Base Unit  
6. Belt Clip  
2. Handset  
7. User’s Manuals  
3. AC Power Adapter  
4. Telephone Line Cord  
5. Battery  
8. Color Handset and Base Plates  
To purchase replacement batteries, please call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at  
1-800-267-7377.  
Handset  
Color Handset and Base Plates  
Base Unit  
AC Power Adapter  
Belt Clip  
Battery  
Telephone  
Line Cord  
User’s Manual  
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Setup  
Installation of Battery in Handset  
1. Remove the battery compartment  
cover by pressing the button on top  
of the handset and pulling the cover  
off.  
2. Align the two holes in the plug with  
the socket pins, then snap the plug  
into place.  
3. Place the battery in the compart-  
ment, with the wires in the lower  
left corner. Angle the top half of the  
battery in first, under the two claws.  
Then snap the lower portion of the  
battery into place.  
4. Replace the cover by snapping it  
back into place.  
Connecting Power to Base Unit  
Choose a location for the base near  
an electrical outlet and a telephone  
jack.  
This phone requires a modular tele-  
phone jack and a standard electrical  
outlet (110V AC) not controlled by a  
wall switch. Plug the AC power adap-  
tor into the electrical outlet and the DC  
connector to the jack on the bottom  
of the base unit.  
Charge the Battery  
The handset should be charged initially for 15 hours.Afterwards, a maintenance charge of 10  
hours is sufficient. Maximum talk time on a full charged battery is approximately five hours.  
Maximum standby time is five days. Look for the charging bull animation on the handset as  
it charges:  
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Setup  
Check for Dial Tone  
After the battery is charged, connect the modular telephone cord between a live phone  
jack and the jack located on the bottom of the base unit. Pick up the handset and press  
ON. You should hear a dial tone.  
CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.  
IMPORTANT! FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF  
YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:  
1. Choose a central location for your base unit.  
2. Install your base unit and extension handsets away  
from electronic equipment, such as personal  
computers, television sets and microwave ovens.  
3. In locations where there are multiple cordless  
telephones, separate base unit as much as pos-  
sible.  
4. Install your telephone equipment away from heat  
sources and sunlight.  
5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold.  
Removable Handset and Base Plates  
Your gz 2334 comes with additional handset  
and base plates of various colors. You can  
interchange these plates to suit your mood or  
room decor.  
Handset Plate  
Carefully remove the handset face and/or  
back plate by pressing the button on the top of  
the handset, then pulling the plate off. Attach  
the new face and/or back plate by snapping  
the lower portion, then the upper portion into  
position.  
Remove  
Re-attach  
Base Plate  
Carefully remove the base plate by pressing the button on the right side of the base unit,  
then pulling the plate off. Align the new base plate, making sure the antenna passes through  
the appropriate slot. Secure the plate by snapping it into position.  
Re-attach  
Remove  
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Handset Features  
Flashes in unison with an  
incoming call’s ringing.  
(CID)  
When phone is not in  
use, press to display  
caller ID information.  
During a call, press to de-  
crease listening volume.  
A double beep will sound  
when you reach the low-  
est setting.  
(
)
When phone is not in  
use, press to display  
directory entries.  
During a call, press to  
increase listening vol-  
ume. A double beep will  
sound when you reach  
the highest setting.  
ON/FLASH  
Press this button then  
dial the number to make  
a call.  
-OR-  
Dial the number (use  
to backspace and cor-  
rect digits), then press  
this button to make a  
call.  
Press any key except  
OFF to answer a call.  
While on a call, when  
you receive a call waiting  
alert, press this button to  
take the new call, then  
press this button again  
to return to the first call.  
When phone is in use,  
this button will glow  
steadily. When a call is  
on hold, it will flash.  
SELECT  
Press to store a pro-  
gramming option, or to  
store a directory entry.  
OFF  
During a call, press to  
hang up.  
While the handset is  
ringing, press to silence  
the ringer.  
During programming,  
press to exit without  
making changes.  
HOLD  
Press to put a call on  
hold, press again or  
press ON to release  
hold.  
CHAN/CID DEL  
Switch to a clear channel  
while on a call.  
REDIAL/PAUSE  
Press ON, then press  
this button to call the  
last number dialed.  
-OR-  
While handset is not in  
use, press and hold to  
delete all records in the  
call log. When viewing  
the call log, press to de-  
lete the current record.  
Press this button, then  
press ON to call the last  
number dialed.  
While handset is not in  
use, press this button  
twice to delete the last  
number dialed.  
While dialing or en-  
tering numbers into  
the directory, press to  
insert a four second  
dialing pause.  
PROG  
Press to enter pro-  
gramming mode while  
the handset is idle (off).  
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Base Features  
PAGE  
IN USE/CHARGING  
Indicator  
• Flasheswhenthehandset  
MESSAGE Light  
Press to page the handset  
for up to 60 seconds. Press  
again, press OFF, or place  
the handset in its base to  
cancel the page.  
Flashes when a caller  
leaves a message  
in your voice mailbox,  
see Message Waiting  
on page 8 for details.  
is in use.  
• Flashes in unison with an  
incoming call’s ringing.  
• Flashes rapidly when a  
call is on hold.  
• On steady when the  
handset is charging in  
the base.  
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Telephone Operation  
Set Handset Ringer Style  
You can select from four traditional ringers, five musical ringers, or turn the ringer OFF.  
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.  
2. Press PROG.  
3. Press  
4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks, and you will hear a sample of the ring.  
5. Press or to select the desired option.You will hear a sample of each ring.  
until the screen displays RINGER: and the current setting.  
6. Press SELECT to choose the desired ringer. If you chose a musical ringer or one  
of your personal ring tones, the Handset will display, for example:  
7. Press  
or  
to adjust the volume level.  
8. Press SELECT to confirm the volume setting.You’ll hear a confirmation beep.  
Set Date and Time  
If you subscribe to caller ID service, the date and time will be set automatically with the first  
incoming call. If you do not have caller ID service, you can set the date and time manually:  
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.  
2. Press PROG.  
3. Press  
4. Press SELECT. The current month blinks.  
5. Use or to adjust the month, then press SELECT.  
until the screen displays DATE/TIME.  
6. Repeat step 5 to adjust the day, hour, minute and AM or PM.  
7. You’ll hear a beep to confirm your settings.  
Set the Dial Mode (Preset to TONE)  
If you have touch tone service, the phone is ready to use as soon as the battery is  
charged.  
If you have pulse (rotary) service, you’ll need to change the dial mode.  
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.  
2. Press PROG.  
3. Press  
until the screen displays DIAL MODE:, and the currently selected mode.  
4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.  
5. Press  
or . The screen displays TONE or PULSE.  
6. Press SELECT to save the displayed mode.  
You'll hear a beep to comfirm your setting.  
Message Waiting  
Your gz 2334 is designed to work with most local and regional telephone service provider  
voice messaging systems, providing alerts on both the handset and base unit when new  
messages are received.  
Voice messaging is subscription service, available through most local and regional service  
providers, for a monthly fee. Contact your local telephone company for more information.  
When a caller leaves a message in your voice mailbox, the MESSAGE light on the base unit  
will flash. In addition, the handset will display:  
alternately  
After calling your voicemail service and listening to all new messages, the indicators will be  
turned off within a few seconds after you complete your call.  
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Telephone Operation  
You can retrieve your voicemail messages from any telephone. If the indicators remain on  
after all new messages have been reviewed, you can turn them off manually:  
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.  
2. Press PROG.  
3. Press  
or  
until the screen displays MESSAGES WAITING.  
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays:  
5. Use  
or  
to choose YES or NO.Press SELECT or PROG to confirm.If you choose  
YES, the MESSAGES WAITING animation on the handset and the MESSAGE LED  
on the Base will turn off.  
Set Language  
You can select English, Spanish or French.  
1. Make sure the handset is OFF.  
2. Press PROG.  
3. Press  
or  
until the screen displays LANGUAGE.  
LANGUAGE  
4. Press SELECT. The current setting blinks.  
5.Press or to select among ENGLISH, ESPANOL or FRENCH.When desired language  
displayed, press SELECT or PROG.You will hear a confirmation beep.  
Temporary Tone Dialing  
If you have pulse (rotary) service, you can change from pulse to touch tone dialing during  
a call by pressing TONE. This is useful if you need to send touch tone signals for access to  
telephone banking or long distance services.  
1. Dial the number.  
2. Press TONE. Buttons pressed after this send touch tone signals.  
3. After you hang up, the phone automatically returns to pulse service.  
Operating Range  
This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Com-  
munications Commission (FCC).Even so, this handset and base can communicate over only  
a certain distance — which can vary with the locations of the base and handset, the weather,  
and the construction of your home or office.  
If you receive a call while you are out of range, the handset might not ring — or if it  
does ring, the call might not connect when you press ON. Move closer to the base, then  
press ON to answer the call.  
If you move out of range during a phone conversation, you might hear noise or  
interference. To improve reception, move closer to the base.  
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Telephone Operation  
If you move out of range without pressing OFF, your phone will be left off the hook. To  
hang up properly, walk back into range, periodically pressing OFF.  
Display Screen Messages  
Screen Displays:  
When  
** RINGING **  
There is a call coming in.  
The handset is waiting for dial tone.  
The handset is in use.  
CONNECTING...  
PHONE ON  
MESSAGES WAITING  
You have recieved telephone company voice mail.  
The base is paging the handset.  
There is a call on hold.  
** PAGING **  
HOLD  
BATTERY LOW  
The battery needs to be recharged.  
Displays and a sad tone sounds when the base power  
is off and ON is pressed.  
Displays when handset is out of range and an attempt  
to dial is failed.  
NO CONNECT  
The handset is changing to another of the 30 channels  
available.  
SCANNING...  
RINGER OFF  
The ringer is turned off.  
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Speed Dial  
You can store as many as nine telephone numbers with names (up to 15 characters and 24  
digits in each location) you dial frequently into the speed dial memory locations you assign  
in the handset.  
NOTES:  
1. The entries you store in speed dial memory will be marked 01 through 09 in the telephone  
directory.  
2. Press OFF at any time to exit speed dial mode.  
Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial Memory  
1. Press PROG.  
2. Press  
or  
until the screen displays SPEED DIAL.  
3. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9.  
NOTE: When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds  
and you cannot store a new entry until you delete an entry in the speed dial memory or the  
telephone directory.  
4. Press the key (1 through 9) for the memory location where you’re storing this entry.  
The screen displays ENTER NAME.  
NOTE: Take caution when assigning speed dial location numbers in memory. If the location  
already has an entry stored, the new entry will be stored over the old and it will be deleted.  
Be careful to not save over entries you do not wish to delete from memory.  
5. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing with the  
number. Use  
space.  
to backspace and make corrections; use  
to advance and add a  
6. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG.The screen displays ENTER  
NUMBER.  
7. Enter the telephone number. Use  
to backspace and make a correction.Press REDIAL/  
PAUSE to store a pause in the dialing sequence.  
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Speed Dial  
-OR-  
Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed.  
8. Press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current set-  
ting.  
9. Press  
or  
to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert  
you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first  
ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern.  
10. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, the screen dis-  
plays:  
NOTE: If you chose N, you can skip to Step  
12.  
11.The ringer name will blink. Press  
or  
to choose the desired ring tone.Then press  
SELECT or PROG to confirm your selection.  
The screen displays:  
12.Press  
or  
to change the setting.  
Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone  
to show an animation when the incoming  
call matches this number. Choose N for no  
animation.Your choices of animation are:  
13.Press SELECT or PROG to confirm your  
alternately  
alternately  
selection. If you chose Y, the screen will display one of the two animations. Press  
or  
to change the setting, then press SELECT or PROG to confirm your desired option.  
You’ll hear a confirmation beep. When you select Y in step 9 , a will be displayed with  
the directory entry.  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in Speed  
Dial Memory  
1. Press and hold the memory location key (1  
through 9) of the entry you wish to edit.  
2. When the screen displays the number you  
want to edit, press SELECT. Then press  
or  
until EDIT flashes.  
3. Press SELECT. The screen displays the  
name and number.The cursor appears at the  
end of the name. Use  
or  
and the dial  
pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT  
to move to edit the number. Press SELECT  
to move on and edit the distinctive ring and  
animation setting.Follow steps 9 through 13  
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Speed Dial  
in Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial  
Memory.  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in Speed  
Dial Memory  
1. Press and hold the memory location key (1  
through 9) of the entry you wish to delete.  
2. When the screen displays the number you  
want to delete, press SELECT. Then press  
or  
until ERASE flashes.  
3. Press SELECT.The screen displays ERASE  
NOYES and the number.The current choice  
flashes.  
4. Press  
or until YES flashes.  
5. Press SELECT.You will hear a confirmation  
beep.  
Dial a Speed Dial Number  
1. Press and hold the memory location key (1  
through 9) of the entry you wish to dial.  
2. Press ON to dial the displayed memory  
number.  
Reassign Locations in Speed Dial  
Memory  
1. Press and hold the memory location key (1  
through 9) of the entry you wish to reas-  
sign.  
2. When the screen displays the number you  
want to reassign, press SELECT.Then press  
or  
until SPEED flashes.  
3.Press SELECT.The screen displays ENTER  
1-9 and the number.  
4. Press the keys (1 through 9) to reassign this  
entry into another memory location.You will  
hear a confirmation beep.  
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Telephone Directory  
This cordless phone can store 20 telephone numbers with names (including nine speed dial  
entries), each up to 15 characters for the name and 24 digits for the number.  
NOTE: Press OFF at any time to exit directory.  
Store a Number/Name in the Directory  
1. Press PROG. The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
2. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER NAME.  
3. Using the chart below, enter up to 15 characters for the name you’re storing with the  
number. Use  
space.  
to backspace and make corrections, use  
to advance and add a  
4. When you finish entering the name, press SELECT or PROG.The screen displays ENTER  
NUMBER.  
5. Enter the telephone number. Use  
to backspace and make corrections.Press REDIAL/  
PAUSE to store a pause in the dialing sequence.  
-OR-  
Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last number dialed from this phone.  
6. Press SELECT or PROG. The screen displays DISTINCT RING? and the current set-  
ting.  
7. Press  
or  
to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to alert  
you to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive ringing pattern after the first  
ring. Choose N for a normal ringing pattern.  
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Telephone Directory  
8. Press SELECT or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, the screen dis-  
plays:  
NOTE: If you chose N, skip to Step 10.  
9. The ringer name will blink. Press  
or  
to choose the desired ring tone. Then press  
SELECT or PROG to confirm. The screen displays:  
10.Press  
or  
to change the setting. Choose Y (for yes) if you wish the phone to show  
an animation when the incoming call matches this number. Choose N for no animation.  
Your choices of animation are:  
alternately  
alternately  
11.Press SELECT or PROG to confirm your selection. If you chose Y, the screen will display  
one of the two animations. Press  
or  
to change the setting, then press SELECT or  
PROG to confirm. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. When you select Y in step 7, a will  
be displayed with the directory entry.  
NOTE:When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds, and  
you will not be able to store a new number until you delete a stored number.  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory  
1. Press  
2. Press  
-OR-  
(
or  
). The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
to scroll alphabetically through the entries.  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to edit.  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to edit, press SELECT.Then press  
EDIT flashes.  
until  
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays the name and number. The cursor appears at the  
end of the name. Use and the dial pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT to  
move on to edit the number. Use to backspace and make corrections. Press SELECT  
,
to move on to edit the distinctive ring and animation settings. Follow steps 7 through 11  
in Store a Number/Name in the Directory.  
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Telephone Directory  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory  
1. Press  
2. Press  
-OR-  
(
or  
). The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
to scroll alphabetically through entries.  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to delete.  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to delete, press SELECT. Then press  
until ERASE flashes.  
4. Press SELECT.The screen displays ERASE NOYES and the number.The current choice  
flashes.  
5. Press  
until YES flashes.  
6. Press SELECT.You will hear a confirmation beep.  
Dial a Number from the Directory  
1. Press  
2. Press  
-OR-  
(
or  
). The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
to scroll alphabetically through the entries.  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to dial.  
3. Press ON to dial the displayed directory number.  
Move a Number/Name to the Speed Dial Memory  
1. Press  
2. Press  
-OR-  
(
or  
). The screen displays DIRECTORY.  
to scroll alphabetically through directory.  
Press the dial pad key for the first letter of the entry you want to move.  
3. When the screen displays the entry you want to move, press SELECTThen press  
SPEED flashes.  
until  
4. Press SELECT. The screen displays ENTER 1-9 and the number.  
5. Press the key (1 through 9) to move this entry from the normal directory to the speed dial  
memory and assign the memory location. You will hear a confirmation beep. A memory  
location number (01 through 09) will be displayed with this entry.  
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Caller ID Operation  
About Call History  
This phone assigns each incoming call a number from 1 to 45.The most recent call will have  
the highest number. When the memory is full, the oldest call information is deleted to make  
room for new incoming call information.  
For each call that comes in, the screen displays the following information between the first  
and second rings:  
Your caller’s name (up to 15 letters are sent by your telephone company).  
The caller’s area code and telephone number.  
The time and date of the call.  
The repeat Tag (  
once.  
) in the upper right corner, indicating the party has called more than  
NOTES:  
When repeat caller ID (CID) data arrives, the time and date information will overwrite the  
old information, and is displayed during CID review.  
Press OFF at any time to exit call history.  
Review Call History  
1. Press  
2. Use  
(CID) to view call history.  
or to scroll through records in call history. Press  
to scroll up towards newer record.  
to scroll down towards  
older record. Press  
Delete Records from Call History  
Delete a Specific Call:  
1. Locate the record you want to delete from call history.  
2. Press CID DEL You’ll hear a confirmation beep.  
Delete All Calls:  
1. With the Handset in idle (off) mode, press and hold CID DEL. The screen  
displays ERASE ALL NOYES. The current choice flashes.  
2. Press  
until YES flashes.  
3. Press SELECT.You will hear a confirmation beep.  
Dial a Displayed Number  
1. Locate the record in call history that you want  
to dial.  
2. If you wish to change how the number is di-  
aled, press #.The screen displays alternate  
dialing sequences available for this call:(1 +  
area code + number; area code + number;  
number only; 1+ number).  
DIAL  
PROGRAM  
800-595-9511  
OLD  
28 5/01 5:40PM  
3. Press SELECT. Press  
until DIAL  
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Caller ID Operation  
flashes.  
4. Press SELECT again. The number is automatically dialed.  
-OR-  
When the number is correctly displayed for dialing, press ON.  
Store a Call History Record in the Directory  
1. Locate the record in the call history you want to store in the directory.  
2. If you wish to change how the number is stored, press #. The screen displays alternate  
dialing sequences available for this call (area code + number; 1 + area code + number;  
number only; 1 + number).  
3. Press SELECT, then press  
until PROGRAM flashes.  
PROGRAM  
DIAL  
800-595-9511  
OLD  
28 5/01 5:40PM  
4. Press SELECT.The screen displays the number and name.The cursor appears at the end  
of the name. Use and the dial pad keys to edit the name. Press SELECT to move  
,
on and edit the number. Use  
to backspace and make corrections. Press SELECT to  
confirm.  
5. Follow the steps 7 through 11 in Store a Number/Name in the directory.  
NOTE:When memory is full the screen displays MEMORY FULL, an error tone sounds and  
you will not be able to store a new number until you delete a stored number.  
Display Screen Messages  
Screen Displays: When:  
PRIVATE  
The other party is blocking name and/or number  
information.  
UNKNOWN  
Your phone company is unable to receive infor-  
mation about this caller’s name and/or number.  
* (after the name)  
This caller has called you more than once.  
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Ringer Options  
In addition to four traditional ringer options and ringer OFF, your gz 2334 handset has five  
popular pre-programmed melodies.  
Traditional Ring Options  
Ringer 1  
Ringer 2  
Ringer 3  
Ringer 4  
Ringer OFF  
Pre-programmed Melodies:  
1. Punk  
2. Grunge  
3. HipHop  
4. Pop  
5. Rock  
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Headset Operation  
Your gz 2334 handset is equipped with a 2.5mm headset jack for use with an optional  
accessory headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the headset option, you  
must obtain an optional accessory headset, which is compatible with the gz 2334.  
To purchase a headset, please call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-267-7377.  
Once you have a compatible 2.5mm headset, locate the headset jack on the gz 2334  
handset. Connect the plug on the headset cord to the jack (under 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.  
Belt Clip  
The gz 2334 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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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, visit us on the web at  
www.vtechcanada.com or call VTech Telecommunications at 1-800-267-7377 (in Canada).  
In the USA, call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511.  
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 charged. If you get a BATTERY LOW message  
or indication, the batteries need charging.  
No dial tone  
First try 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. Contact 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 ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on Set Handset  
Ringer Style in this user’s manual.  
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  
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 its  
base. 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, and spare battery, if applicable.  
3. Wait a few minutes.  
4. Connect power to the base.  
5. Re-install the battery(ies).  
6. Wait for the handset to re-establish its link with the base. To be safe, allow up to one  
minute for this to take place.  
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Maintenance  
Taking care of your telephone  
Your 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 storms  
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 UNTILYOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM  
THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.  
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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 extends only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in  
the United States of America.  
What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from material  
defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period  
(“Materially Defective Product”)?  
During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will repair  
or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we  
repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose  
to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the  
same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in  
working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or  
replacement of Product, at VTech’s option, is your exclusive remedy. You should expect  
the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.  
How long is the limited warranty period?  
The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date  
of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms  
of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement  
Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement  
Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one year warranty;  
whichever is longer.  
What is not covered by this limited warranty?  
This limited warranty does not cover:  
1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical  
damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation,  
fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or  
2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone  
other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or  
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions,  
network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or  
4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electrical  
accessories; or  
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, adjustment of customer controls and installation or  
repair of systems outside the unit.  
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Warranty Statement  
How do you get warranty service?  
To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for  
instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please  
check the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may save you  
a service call.  
Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during  
transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in  
the transport of Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced  
product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling charges  
prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.  
If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does  
not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that  
you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for  
the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not  
covered by this limited warranty.  
What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?  
1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech  
service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;  
2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased  
(Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and  
3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.  
Other Limitations  
This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech. It  
supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech  
provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes all  
of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product.  
There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modificationsto  
this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification.  
State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights which vary from state to state.  
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 lost profits or revenue, inability to use the  
product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims  
by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation  
or exclusion may not apply to you.  
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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 interfer-  
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
A label is located on the underside of the base unit containing either the FCC registration  
number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load  
Number. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephone  
company.  
This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.  
Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact:  
VTech Communications Inc. CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call  
VTechTelecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377 for repair/warranty information.  
The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network  
until the problem has been corrected.  
FCC Part 15  
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party  
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.  
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference  
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee  
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause  
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning  
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
FCC and ACTA Information  
If this equipment was approved for connection to the telephone network prior to July  
23, 2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)  
rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rules  
and with Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone Network  
adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are required  
to provide you with the following information.  
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations  
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 product identifier is preceded by the phrase “FCC  
Reg No.” and the REN is listed separately. For equipment approved after that date, the  
product identifier is preceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN is encoded in the  
product identifier without a decimal point as the sixth and seventh characters following  
the colon. For example, the product identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZ would indicate an  
REN of 0.3.  
The REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone  
line and still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum  
of all RENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your local  
telephone company.  
2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network  
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephone  
network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted  
by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is  
designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11  
jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two  
lines. See Installation Instructions in this user’s manual. This equipment may not be used  
with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing  
equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment  
does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable  
alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.  
3. Repair instructions  
If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the  
problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by  
the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions  
outlined under the Limited Warranty.  
4. Rights of the telephone company  
If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company  
may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required  
to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be  
notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and  
the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint 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.  
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations  
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 to store police, fire department  
and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. If you do, please  
keep three things in mind:  
a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card, so  
that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing feature  
doesn’t work.  
b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no  
responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.  
c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended.  
However, if you do make a call to an emergency number:  
You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before  
hanging up.  
Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak  
hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when the emergency services  
tend to be less busy.  
IC (Industry Canada)  
This telephone is registered for use in Canada.  
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada  
technical specifications were met.  
Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical  
Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before  
the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration  
of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does  
not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.  
Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1.The REN  
assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of  
terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface  
may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum  
of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to  
the facilities of the local telecommunications company.The equipment must also be installed  
using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance  
with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations.  
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance  
facility designated by the Supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this  
equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause  
to request the user to disconnect the equipment.  
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FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations  
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of  
the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are  
connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.  
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should  
contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate.  
Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC  
and IC. This means your handset and base unit can communicate only over a certain  
distance - which will depend on the location of the base unit and handset, weather, and  
the construction and layout of your home or office.  
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The RBRC Seal  
The RBRC® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech  
Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to  
collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken  
out of service within the United States and Canada.  
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used  
nickel-cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be  
illegal in your area.  
VTech’s participation in RBRC® makes it easy for you to drop off the used battery at local  
retailers participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized VTech product service centers.  
Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal  
bans/restrictions in your area.VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment  
to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources.  
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.  
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Technical Specifications  
FREQUENCY CONTROL  
Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer  
WEIGHT  
Handset: 217 grams  
Base:  
213.8 grams  
TRANSMIT FREQUENCY  
Base:  
2410.2 - 2418.9 MHz  
POWER REQUIREMENTS  
Handset: 400 mAh Ni-Cd Battery Pack  
Handset: 912.75 - 917.10 MHz  
Base:  
9V DC @ 300mA  
RECEIVE FREQUENCY  
Base:  
912.75 - 917.10 MHz  
MEMORY  
Speed Dial:  
Handset: 2410.2 - 2418.9 MHz  
9 Memory locations;  
15 characters for name,  
24 digits for number per location  
CHANNELS  
30 Channels  
Directory:  
20 Memory locations  
(including 9 Speed Dial entries);  
15 characters for name,  
24 digits for number per location  
NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE  
Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.Ac-  
tual operating range may vary according to  
environmental conditions at the time of use.  
CID: 45 Memory locations  
SIZE  
Handset: 173.5mm x 58.2mm x 40mm  
Base:  
153mm x 127mm x 87mm  
SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL AND  
MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.  
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VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.  
A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES.  
Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd., 7671 Alderbridge  
Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.  
Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc.; Beaverton, Oregon,  
97008.  
Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.  
Printed in China  
91-000169-010-000  
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Table of Contents  
Important Safety Instructions ...........................................................................................1  
Before You Begin ...............................................................................................................3  
Parts Check List ...................................................................................................................3  
Getting Started ...................................................................................................4  
Setup....................................................................................................................................4  
Installation of Battery in Handset..........................................................................................4  
Connecting Power to Base Unit............................................................................................4  
Charge the Battery ...............................................................................................................4  
Check for Dial Tone...............................................................................................................5  
Removable Handset and Base Plates..................................................................................5  
Basic Operation..................................................................................................6  
Handset Features ...............................................................................................................6  
Base Features.....................................................................................................................7  
Telephone Operation..........................................................................................................8  
Set Handset Ringer Style .....................................................................................................8  
Set Date and Time................................................................................................................8  
Set the Dial Mode.................................................................................................................8  
Message Waiting ..................................................................................................................8  
Set Language .......................................................................................................................9  
Temporary Tone Dialing........................................................................................................9  
Operating Range ..................................................................................................................9  
Display Screen Messages..................................................................................................10  
Speed Dial .........................................................................................................................11  
Store a Number/Name in Speed Dial Memory...................................................................11  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial Memory..........................................................12  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in Speed Dial Memory......................................................13  
Dial a Speed Dial Number .................................................................................................13  
Reassign Locations in Speed Dial Memory........................................................................13  
Telephone Directory.........................................................................................................14  
Store a Number/Name in the Directory ..............................................................................14  
Edit a Number/Name Stored in the Directory.....................................................................15  
Delete a Number/Name Stored in the Directory.................................................................16  
Dial a Number from the Directory.......................................................................................16  
Move a Number/Name to the Speed Dial Memory.............................................................16  
Caller ID Operation...........................................................................................................17  
About Call History...............................................................................................................17  
Review Call History ............................................................................................................17  
Delete Records from Call History.......................................................................................17  
Delete a Specific Call .........................................................................................................17  
Delete All Calls ...................................................................................................................17  
Dial a Displayed Number....................................................................................................17  
Store a Call History Record in the Directory.......................................................................18  
Display Screen Messages..................................................................................................18  
Ringer Options ................................................................................................................19  
Headset Operation............................................................................................................20  
Belt Clip ..............................................................................................................................20  
Additional Information .....................................................................................21  
In Case of Difficulty..........................................................................................................21  
Maintenance......................................................................................................................23  
Warranty Statement..........................................................................................................24  
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations .......................................................................................26  
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The RBRC Seal................................................................................................................30  
Technical Specifications..................................................................................................31  
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Congratulations on your purchase  
of this VTech product  
NEED HELP?  
Our representatives are here  
to help you with any questions  
concerning the operation of this  
product, available accessories,  
or any other related issues.  
Call Toll Free:  
1-800-267-7377  
In USA, Call:  
1-800-595-9511  
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