INTRODUCTION

REPLACING THE BELT PACK BATTERIES

BELT PACK FEATURES

NOTE: Belt Clip must be detached to access Battery Pack.

While holding the Belt Pack with one

and the ( - ) and ( + ) symbols should be facing you. Angle the lower end of the battery pack in first , then push the upper portion into the compartment.

4.Replace the battery cover .

5.The new battery pack must be charged before using your telephone. Place the Belt Pack in the cradle of the base unit to allow it to charge for 16 hours.

IMPORTANT: CHARGE THE BELT PACK

WITHTHE BELT CLIP ATTACHED!!

PHONELED

VOLUME

KEY

HEADSET

JACK

PROGKEY

MEMORY

KEY

PHONE LED

PHONE/FLASH

KEY

CHANNELKEY

OFFKEY

REDIALKEY

VOLUME CONTROL

???There are 4 volume levels.

???While on a call, press the Up or Down key to adjust the listening volume.The Belt Pack will emit a double beep when the maximum or minimum volume level has been reached.

OFF KEY

???Press the OFF key to exit all modes of operation.

BELT PACK

HEADSET

hand, gently pry the belt clip up and away from the top edge (antenna edge) of the Belt Pack.The lower claw should now easily separate from the bottom of the Pack.

When replacing the Belt Clip , begin by hooking the lower claw of the clip onto the bottom edge of the Belt Pack, then snap the top of the clip into the notch located on the top edge of the Pack

1.Remove the battery cover.

2.Remove the old battery pack. Don't put the old battery pack in a trash compactor or a fire - it could burst.

3.Place the new battery pack into the compartment. The two exposed metal contacts should be on the bottom edge,

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:

1.Use only VTECH battery.

2.Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

3.Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

4.Do not dispose of the battery in a fire.The cell may explode.

???The PHONE LED lights when the Belt Pack is on an active call.

???It flashes in cadence with an incoming ring.

???It flashes quickly during PROG mode.

???It flashes slowly when battery is low.

PHONE KEY/ FLASH KEY

???Press the PHONE key to make a call.

???If you are currently on a call, pressing PHONE flashes the line. This would be used with a feature like call waiting to answer your second call.

PROG KEY

???Press PROG key to enter PROGRAM mode. See Programming Speed Dial Numbers for more details.

REDIAL / PAUSE KEY

???When you hear the dial tone, pressing the REDIAL key will dial out the last number that was called on your phone.

???It can also be used to store the last number dialed into the speed dial memory. See

Storing a Redial Number into Speed Dial for details.

???You can store a PAUSE into your dialing number.See Storing Pauses in Memory for detail.

CHAN KEY

???Pressing the CHAN key when the Belt Pack is in use will activate a channel change to the next free channel.

???This is used if you are experiencing noise or interference on the current channel.

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 to persons, including the following:

1.Read and understand all instructions.

2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3.Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4.Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool).

5.Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6.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 dealer or local power company.

8.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.

9.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. If service or repair work is required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. 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:

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

a)When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b)If liquid has been spilled into the product.

c)If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d)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 and will often require extensive work to restore the product to normal operation.

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 lighting.

14.Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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TONE/* KEY

???In PULSE dialing mode, this key is used to switch to Temporary TONE dialing mode.

CARD HOLDER???S SIGNATURE

PLACE ORDER FORM AND PAYMENT IN ENVELOPE AND SEND TO:

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC.

8770 SW NIMBUS AVENUE

BEAVERTON, OREGON 97008-7195 USA

YOU MAY ALSO ORDER BY PHONE. CALL 1-800-595-9511

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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BASE UNIT FEATURES

IN USE/CHARGING LED

??? The IN USE/CHARGING LED illuminates steadily when the Belt Pack is in the base cradle to indicate that the Belt Pack battery is being charged.

??? The LED illuminates whenever the Belt Pack is being used.

??? It also flashes with the cadence of the incoming ring.

PAGE KEY

??? Press the PAGE key to page the Belt Pack.

??? Press it second time to cancel a page.

??? The base will ring the Belt Pack for 1 minute before ending the page automatically.

??? The Belt Pack can also cancel the page by pressing the OFF key.

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and press PHONE.The IN USE indicator should light up, and you should hear a dial tone. If

not, see IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY.

CAUTION:

1.Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2.Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

3.Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

4.Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

Changing Channels

If you notice interference when using your Belt Pack, press CHAN to switch to a clear channel.This function is only available when you are on a call.

TONE/PULSE Setting

If you have touch tone service on phone line. Press PROG, , ,MEM to switch to TONE dialing. If you have rotary service, press

PROG, , # ,MEM to switch to PULSE. NOTE: Your VT1411 is preset at the factory for TONE dialing.

Programming The Ringer Type

The Belt Pack ringer is capable of four different types of ringing tones.The following sections detail how to change ringing tones and turning off the ringer .

To program, the Belt Pack must be OFF. To select a different ringer type do the following:

???Press PROG

???Press the # key.

???Press a key 1..4 to select a ringer type.

???Press the MEM key to confirm.

Setting Up Your VT1411

Temporary Tone

Turning Off The Ringer

To turn off the ringer on the Belt Pack, do the

CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter shipped with your VT1411. It is specifically designed for this product.

NOTE: Connect power to the base unit before placing the Belt Pack in the cradle.

3.CHARGE THE BELT PACK BATTERY PACK BEFORE USE. To ensure the Belt Pack is recharged properly, make sure the belt clip is attached and the tip of the clip is inserted in the slot above charge contacts.The batteries recharge automatically whenever the Belt Pack is in the base unit cradle.The batteries must be charged for 16 hours before using your phone for the first time.

4.Connect the telephone line cord. Insert one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the rear of the base unit. Plug the other end into a telephone wall jack. Make sure the plugs snap securely into place.

5.CHECK FOR A DIAL TONE. After the battery pack is charged, put on the attached Headset

IMPORTANT:

Make sure the headset is plugged into the Belt Pack.VT1411 can only be used with the headset.

Making Calls

Wearing your attached Headset, press PHONE. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number.The PHONE LED will illuminate while the Belt Pack is in use.

If you make a mistake when dialing, press OFF to hang up, then press PHONE to get the dial tone again.

You must always press PHONE before you can dial a call on the Belt Pack.

Answering Calls

When an incoming call is ringing, the IN USE LED on the base and PHONE LED on the Belt Pack will flash.To make sure your phone rings when the Belt Pack is away from the base, please keep the base antenna in the upright position.

To answer a call , press any key on the Belt Pack (except OFF).

Disconnecting

To end a call, either place the Belt Pack in the base, or press OFF .

If you have a rotary (dial-pulse) telephone service, (TONE/PULSE setting is set to PULSE), this feature allows you to enter special codes and tones to operate answering machines, use electronic banking services, calling cards, or other special services.

First, dial the call normally.Then activate the Temporary Tone feature by pressing TONE (the key). You can then press the numbers or symbols you need, and your phone will send the proper signals.

To end the call, press OFF or place the Belt Pack back in the base. The phone will automatically go back to rotary (dial-pulse) service.

following:

???Press PROG

???Press the # key

???Press 5 to turn off the ringer

???Press the MEM key to confirm

???To turn the ringer on again, see

Programming the RingerType.

Checking The Ringer

To check the ringer which is currently programmed, do the following:

???Press PROG

???Press the # key

???Press 0

???Press the MEM key to confirm

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FCC AND IC REGULATIONS

FCC AND IC REGULATIONS

Memory Dialing

The VT1411 can store up to 10 different phone numbers that you can dial just by pressing phone, MEM and one of the number keys (0- 9).

Programming Speed Dial Numbers

The Belt Pack must be OFF.

1.Press PROG.The PHONE LED will blink to indicate that you are in the programming mode.

2.Press the number of the memory location you wish to store the number in (0-9).

3.Using the dial pad, dial the number you want to store. The number can be up to 16 digits long. The number can be entered manually or by using REDIAL.

4.Press MEM to store the phone number to

the key you selected.

The phone now exits PROG mode and emits a tone.

Speed Number Dialing

1.Press PHONE to get a dial tone.

2.Press MEM and the memory location number key (0-9).

For example, to dial the number you assigned to key '8', you would press PHONE, MEM, 8.

To Change or Replace a Speed Dial Number

To change or replace a stored number in speed dial memory simply enter the new number and store it in the memory location you wish to change.

For example, to change the number stored in memory position 7 to 555-1111, you would press PROG, 7, 555-1111, MEM.

Storing Pauses in Memory

To insert a pause in a phone number, press PAUSE. The pause is 2 seconds in length. For longer pauses, press PAUSE two or more times. Each additional press indicates an additional 2 second pause.

If your phone is connected to a PBX you can store the PBX access number and a pause before the phone number. For example, to store 9-PAUSE-555-1234 in memory location 8 do the following:

1.Press PROG

2.Press 8

3.Press 9

4.Press REDIAL / PAUSE

5.Dial 555-1234

6.Press MEM

Using REDIAL

To REDIAL the last number you called, press PHONE then press REDIAL.The phone will automatically dial the number.

Storing a Redial Number into Speed Dial

To store the last number you dialed as a Speed Dial number, press PROG, a location number (0-9), REDIAL, MEM.

The Page Feature

From the base unit, press PAGE to signal the person at the Belt Pack. To end the page at the base, press PAGE again. To end the page at the Belt Pack, press OFF.

If the Belt Pack is in use ( off hock) when PAGE is pressed on the Base Unit, the Belt Pack will emit one page alert. If the Belt Pack is not in use (on hook), the page alert will continue for approximately 60 seconds.

This feature is useful in locating a misplaced Belt Pack.

This equipment complies with FCC AND IC REGULATIONS 15 and 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS-210 and CS- 03 of Industry Canada (IC).

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.

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 Part 68

The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C or RJ11W).

Your telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance of disconnection, if possible. During notification, you will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC requires that it not be used and that it 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 or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH

Limited Warranty.

The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still enable the devices to ring when you receive a call. The general rule is that the REN value should not exceed 5.0 total; however, contact your local telephone company for the specific number in your area.

IC (Industry Canada)

This telephone is registered for use in Canada.

Notice: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network, protective, operational and safety requirements. Industry Canada does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user???s satisfaction.

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 connections. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in situations.

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If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions,

In the US Call:

VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511.

In Canada Call:

VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

THE PHONE DOESN'T WORK AT ALL.

???Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

???Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall jack.

???Make sure the battery pack is properly charged. If the Belt Pack emits two beeps as you press PHONE, the batteries need charging. If the PHONE LED does not light when you press PHONE, you must charge the batteries.

???If you recently installed a new battery pack, make sure it is installed correctly.

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 the second or third floor, or to some other location.

THE BELT PACK DOES NOT RING WHEN

YOU RECEIVE A CALL.

???Ensure that the ringer is turned on.

???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.

YOUR CALLER FADES IN AND OUT.

You may be nearly out of range. Move closer, or relocate the base.

YOU HEAR OTHER CALLS WHILE USING

YOUR PHONE.

???Replace the Belt Pack in the base cradle, wait a few moments and try again.

???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 BELT PACK,

AND NONE OF THE KEYS OR BUTTONS WORK.

???Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

???Your base unit and Belt Pack may not be operating on the same channel or security code. Place the Belt Pack in the cradle for a few moments to reload the security code and reset the channel.

COMMON CURE FOR ELECTRONIC

EQUIPMENT

Electronics, like people, can sometimes get confused. If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the Belt Pack in the cradle to re-initialize the unit. If it still does not seem to respond, perform the following steps (in the order listed):

1.Disconnect the power to the Base.

2.Disconnect the Belt Pack battery pack.

3.Wait a few minutes.

4.Connect power to the Base.

5.Reconnect the Belt Pack battery.

6.Place the Belt Pack in the Base unit cradle. If the Belt Pack has not been recently charged, allow 8 hours before use.

The VT1411 is designed for your hands-free operation.You should use your phone with the headset provided.

INSTALLATION

???Make sure you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset with you. Locate the Headset Jack on the Belt Pack of your VT1411. Connect the plug on the Headset to the jack on the cordless Belt Pack. The plug should fit securely. Do not force the connection. See illustration.

???The VTECH brand compatible Headset has a monaural design which is reversible, so you can wear your Headset on either the left or right ear, leaving one ear free for room conversation.

To obtain additional Headsets and Battery Packs, please contact VTECH Communications Customer Service; in the U.S. at 1-800-595-9511; in the Canada call 1-800-267-7377, for dealer information in your local area. You can also purchase a compatible Headset or Battery Pack directly from VTECH Communications Customer Service.

BELT CLIP

???The VT1411 is equipped with a detachable belt clip. Hook the lower claw of the clip onto the bottom edge of the Belt Pack. Then snap the top of the clip into the notch located on

the top(antenna) edge of the Pack. See illustration.

NOTE: You should charge your VT1411 with the belt clip attached.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER?

???Any defect in material or workmanship.

FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE?

???OneYear.

WHAT WILL VTECH DO?

???At our option, repair or replace your unit.

HOW DO I SEND MY UNIT, IN OR OUT OF WARRANTY?

???Call VTECH Electronics customer service for Return Authorization at: 1-800-595-9511

???Properly pack your unit. Include any cables & accessories which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.

???Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other evidence of date of original purchase (if the unit was purchased within the last twelve months.)

???Print your name and address, along with a description of the defect, and include this in the package.

???Include payment for any service or repair not covered by the warranty, as determined by VTECH Communications.

???In the US, ship the unit via UPS Insured, or equivalent to:

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC.

11035 SW 11th Street

Bldg. B Suite 270

???Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expressly authorized by VTECH Communications

???Products purchased more than 12 months from current date

HOW DOES STATE LAW RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY?

???This warranty gives you specific rights.You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR TELEPHONE IN CANADA

Please call: 1-800-267-7377 for return authorization.

Ship to:VTECH ELECTRONICS LTD.

200-7671 ALDERBRIDGE WAY

RICHMOND, BC V6X 1Z9

FREQUENCY CONTROL

Crystal Controlled Dual PLL Synthesizer

TRANSMIT FREQUENCY

Belt Pack: 923.10 MHz to 927.75 MHz

Base: 902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz

RECEIVE FREQUENCY

Belt Pack: 902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz

Base: 923.10 MHz to 927.75 MHz

NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE

Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.

SIZE

Belt Pack: 76mm x 57.4mm x 18mm (L x W xT) maximum (antenna excluded)

Base: 109.5m x 84.6mm x 82mm (L x W x T) maximum (antenna excluded)

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Power Adapter: 9V DC @ 200mA

SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL

AND MAY CHANGE WITHOUT

NOTICE.

Beaverton, OR 97005

VTECH Communications assumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorization.

WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY NOT COVER?

???Batteries

???Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, power surges. etc.)

???Products which may have been modified or incorporated into other products

???Products purchased outside the USA

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