Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
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. WARNING: To insure your safety from possible electric shock, only use the enclosed VTech audio patch cable to record custom ring tones.
Introduction The i 5858 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz frequency range. Your i 5858 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of eight handsets. Using additional handsets, up to four people can be conferenced on a call (three handsets and the base speakerphone). This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5858 cordless telephone. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.
Parts Check List 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Base Unit Handset Base Power Adapter Telephone Line Cord Special Features Guide Quick Start Guide 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Belt Clip User’s Manual Audio Patch Cord Battery VTech Phonebook Manager CD USB Cable To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. NOTE: Use only VTech batteries P/N 89-1324-00-00.
The Handset Layout 1 7 8 9 10 2 11 3 12 4 5 6 13 1. Earpiece 7. LCD Display 2. USB Cable Jack 8. Menu/Select Key 3. Headset Jack / Audio 9. Softkeys Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm) 10. NavKeys(Navigation Keys) 4. On/Flash Key 11. Volume Keys 5. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #) 12. Off/Clear Key 6. Speakerphone Key 13.
The Base Unit Layout 10 11 2 1 3 4 5 6 12 7 8 9 15 13 14 1. Charging LED 8. Volume Key 2. LCD Display 3. Message LED 9. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #) 10. Clear 4. Speakerphone 11. Antenna 5. Softkeys 12. Microphone 6. Flash 13. Telephone Jack 7. Intercom 14. DC Connector Jack 15.
Connecting Power to Base Unit Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the connector into the bottom of the base unit. To outlet Installation and Charge of Battery Follow these steps: 1. Remove the battery cover and place the battery in the compartment with the metal contacts aligning, as shown in the diagram. 2. Replace the cover by sliding it upwards. 3. If the new battery is not already charged, place the handset in its base unit, and allow it to charge for a minimum of 12 hours.
Getting Started Setup Charging of the Handset Battery The handset of your i 5858 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in its base. Maximum talk time on fully charged battery is seven hours, and maximum standby time is four days. You should charge the battery for a minimum of 12 hours when you first receive your phone.
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 accessory 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 units as much as possible. 4. Install your telephone equipment away from heat sources and sunlight.
Getting Started Power Guard/Spare Battery Charger Feature Power Guard The i 5858 uses the spare battery charger in the base unit to provide operational backup in the event of a power failure. With a fully charged battery in the spare battery charger, you will still be able to place and receive calls, for up to 2.5 hours. The spare battery can also be used to replace drained handset battery ensuring uninterrupted use. The spare battery is optional and purchased separately.
Expand your i 5858 system by adding accessory handsets. Bring telephone access to rooms where a phone jack isn’t available! Your VTech i 5858 system can operate up to eight handsets. To order additional handsets (model i 5808), visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call: 1-800-267-7377. The original handset that is shipped with your i 5858 system will be automatically registered to the base. This handset is HANDSET 1.
Getting Started Installation and Registration of Accessory Handset Setup of i 5808 Accessory Handset 1. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet. 2. Place the battery in the handset with the metal contacts aligning, as shown in the diagram to the left. 3. Replace the battery compartment cover by sliding it upward. 4. Place the handset in the charger, and allow it to charge for a minimum of 12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of eight hours should be sufficient.
Registration Your i 5858 handset comes registered to the base unit. To register additional i 5808 handsets (purchased separately): Registering the i 5808 handset for the first time After charging, the handset will display registration directions, which are as follows: • On the base unit, press MENU, then select REGISTER HANDSET. 12:00AM BASE SETTINGS REGISTER HANDSET 10 NEW CALLS • When the base unit shows READY TO REGISTER NEW HANDSET, press REGISTER on the handset.
Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description Basic Operation Line In Use Indicator • On steady when an extension handset or parallel set is in use. Hold Indicator • Flashes when a call is on hold. Mute Indicator • Flashes when the handset microphone is muted. 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, from FULL( ) to EMPTY ( ).
Handset and Base Indicators Base Unit Icons Icon Description Line In Use Indicator • On steady when an extension handset or parallel set is in use. Hold Indicator • Flashes when a call is on hold. Battery Indicator • Cycles (low, medium, and full) when battery is charging in the spare battery compartment. • Flashes when the base is under power backup mode (No AC power is detected). MUTE Mute Indicator • Flashes when the microphone is muted.
Handset Menu Handset Main Menu Enter the handset main menu options by pressing MENU/SEL. Use the to select from the seven menu items described below. and NavKeys Basic Operation NavKeys (Navigation Keys) Press the and NavKeys to maneuver through the various options in the handset main menu. Press MENU/SEL to choose the displayed menu item. Phonebook Enter and retrieve up to 100 names and phone numbers, each can be assigned a distinctive ring and image.
Handset Menu Phonebook Basic Operation Enter the phonebook directly from idle mode by pressing the or Navkeys. — OR — Press MENU/SEL, then using the and NavKeys, scroll to phonebook, then press MENU/SEL. If there are no entries, the screen will display Phonebook is empty. The i 5858 handset can store up to 100 numbers with names in the phonebook directory, along with a distinctive ring and image for each. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters, including spaces.
Handset Menu • You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use the digit keys to spell the name. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. To add a space between characters, press twice. When finished, press the SET softkey. Basic Operation NOTE: Press add a space. to advance the cursor. Press again to Phone Book VTech| SET Phone Book • Enter the number you want to store in the phonebook. Press and hold the # key to insert a pause. If you make a mistake, press the right softkey .
Handset Menu • • Press the or NavKey to sample the picture and animation options. If you make a mistake, press to delete. — OR — or NavKey to Press MENU/SEL then press the sample the picture and image options. Once you have selected an image or animation, press SET. You must subscribe to caller ID service for the distinctive image or animation feature to work. Phone Book SAVE NOTE: There are 29 preset pictures and animations to choose from. For Picture Download information, see page 26.
Handset Menu • Once you find the entry you want, simply press /FLASH (on) or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number. Phone Book Editing Phonebook Entries Basic Operation • Following the first two steps in Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry you want to edit. FIND NEW Phone Book 3 • Press the MENU/SEL. The screen will display: • Press the EDIT or MENU/SEL softkey. EDIT DELETE Phone Book • Press or NavKeys to the option you want to edit then enter the corrections as needed.
Handset Menu Call log Call Log NEW 1 Then use the and NavKeys to scroll and view the CID records in the call log. 1-800-595-9511 This feature allows you to scroll through the 100 current caller ID and call waiting records received. With a CID record displayed, press SAVE to store it in the phonebook (see page 17), or press DELETE to remove the entry from the log. SAVE You can also dial a CID record while reviewing. With the desired CID displayed, press # or MENU/SEL.
Handset Menu Basic Operation NOTE: To access this feature, you must have at least one additional handset. To order accessory handsets, please refer to page 11. Global Page from Handset: • With the Intercom icon highlighted, press MENU/SEL. • Press the up or down NavKey to highlight Global Page. Press MENU/SEL. • Any registered handset and base can answer the global page, thus entering intercom mode. • To end the intercom call, press /CLEAR (off) on any handset or base.
Handset Menu Sounds Record Sound Clip Choose this selection to record your own ring tones. See recordable ringer on page 25 for complete instructions. Ringer Melody This option allows you to assign various ring tones for incoming calls. You can choose from eight preset traditional ringers or 17 preset musical ringers or the ring tones you have recorded. Ringer Volume Adjust the ringer volume to a comfortable setting or turn the ringer off.
Handset Menu Redial • Press the REDIAL softkey to display the last 20 telephone numbers dialed from the handset. The number on the top line represents the last number dialed. 12:00AM HANDSET1 Basic Operation REDIAL CALL LOG Redial • Use the and NavKey to scroll to the desired number. 595-9511 1-595-9511 800-595-9511 1-800-595-9511 SAVE • To dial, press /FLASH (on) or DELETE . Redial Saving Redial Number in Phone Book Memory • Press REDIAL, then scroll to the desired number.
Recordable Ringer Record a Ringer You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your default ringer or for a distinctive ringer assigned to a specific phonebook directory. You can record with either the provided audio patch cord (not the USB cord), or with the handset microphone. Cued-up music typically produces the best sounding recorded ringer.
Picture Download Basic Operation Getting Started The VTech Phonebook Manager allows you to download pictures and edit your handset phonebook from the convenience of your PC. It also allows you to import/export contacts from/to comma separated text files. This great feature allows you to get contacts from your existing PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook or Palm programs. One-time Software Installation • Insert the enclosed VTech Phonebook Manager CD into your personal computer.
Picture Download/Phonebook Tab Functions • • The graphic transfer will now begin and complete within approximately four seconds. Once the graphic transfer is complete, the image is saved in the phone, you do not need to do anything else to save the image. NOTE: None of the graphic editing functions will alter the actual graphic file – they will only modify how the graphic will look once it has been downloaded to the handset.
Phonebook Tab Functions • • Basic Operation • Once you have completed editing the phonebook, you must either save the data to your PC’s hard drive or transfer it to your handset: Select the SAVE PHONEBOOK button to save the data to your PC’s hard drive. -ORClick on Transfer NOTE: This operation will replace the phonebook on your handset with the new one you have currently transferred from the phonebook manager.
Phonebook Tab Functions 2. Start the VTech phonebook manager program on your PC. Load the newly created phonebook into the phonebook manager software using these steps: • Press the Transfer • Press the CREAT PHONEBOOK • Press the OPEN PHONEBOOK button. button. This will create an empty phonebook. Exporting Contacts to a Comma Separated Text File This feature allows you to export some or all of your VTech phonebook entries into a comma separated text file.
Base Menu Soft Functions Your i 5858 has an advanced design that uses a menu structure and softkeys to access many of the features. 10 NEW CALLS Example of the idle mode display: Basic Operation 12:00AM Redial Your i 5858 base remembers the last 10 numbers dialed from it. Press REDIAL. The number on the top line represents the last number that was dialed. • Use the scroll keys to highlight the desired number. • To dial, press SPEAKERPHONE.
Base Menu Soft Functions Press SELECT, then SAVE. SAVE • You will be asked to ENTER NAME. Use the keypad to enter the desired name (see To Store a Number/Name on page 37). • Press SAVE. The name and number has been stored in phonebook memory. DELETE Base Unit Menu With the base unit in the idle (off) mode, press the MENU key to access the CALL LOG, BASE SETTINGS and REGISTER HANDSET options. Press the CLEAR key to go backward through the menu.
Base Menu Soft Functions Calls Log Caller ID - call waiting ID Basic Operation Your i 5858 is capable of displaying the name and/or number of the party calling before you answer the phone (caller ID). It is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal (call waiting caller ID). With call waiting caller ID, the caller ID data is displayed so you can decide whether to answer the incoming call, or continue with your current conversation.
Base Menu Soft Functions Dialing from Caller ID key. You can also use the dialing option as follows: Dialing Option: Press SELECT. Use the and Navkeys to scroll to DIAL OPTION, then press SELECT. Up to three possible dialing options of the number stored in caller ID memory will display. If a number is provided in the caller ID data, the possible options to choose from will be either 7, 10, or 11 digits.
Base Menu Soft Functions Base Settings Basic Operation To access base settings, with the base in the idle (off) mode, press MENU, scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, then press SELECT. You can now access the following setting options: CLOCK SETTING RINGER VOLUME KEYPAD TONE CONTRAST CLEAR MSG WAIT FACTORY SETTINGS PRODUCT ID Press CLEAR at any time to back out of the base settings RINGER MELODY DIAL TYPE DELETE HANDSETS mode.
Base Menu Soft Functions Keypad Tone (preset to ON) Keypad tones are the beeps you hear each time you press a key on the base unit. To turn this feature ON or OFF: Press MENU. Scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, press SELECT. Scroll down to KEYPAD TONE. • Press SELECT. Choose ON or OFF. • Press SET to confirm. SET Basic Operation • Contrast You can adjust the contrast of the base unit's LCD screen to suit your eyes: • Press MENU. Scroll down to BASE SETTINGS, press SELECT. Scroll down to CONTRAST.
Base Menu Soft Functions Basic Operation Factory Settings If you wish to reset your i 5858 to the settings programmed at the factory: • Press MENU, then scroll to BASE SETTINGS. • Press SELECT, then scroll to FACTORY SETTINGS. • Press SELECT, the screen will display RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS ARE YOU SURE? • Press YES or NO. Delete Handsets To deregister all handsets from the i 5858 base: • Press MENU, then scroll to BASE SETTINGS. • Press SELECT, then scroll to DELETE HANDSETS. • Press SELECT.
Base Menu Soft Functions To Store a Number/Name: • Starting from the idle screen, enter the number you want to store in memory. • Be sure to include long distance codes and pauses (using the PAUSE softkey). • Press the SAVE softkey. • You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use the digit keys to spell the name. If you make a mistake, softkey. To enter press the a space press SPACE. When finished, press SAVE.
Base Menu Soft Functions Basic Operation To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the PH BOOK softkey to review memory contents. • Use the softkeys to scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. -ORPress the FIND softkey, enter the first few chararcters of the name and then press FIND to search. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. The closest match alphabetically will be displayed.
Base Menu Soft Functions • Following the first two steps in To Search For and Dial a Number/Name, locate the entry you want to edit. • Press the EDIT softkey twice. The handset will display: • Press NAME or NUMBER, depending on which you want to edit. • Using the softkey move the cursor to the character you want to edit then enter the corrections as needed. Press MORE to access SPACE and BACK functions. Pressing MORE again will return the previous screen. When finished press the SAVE softkey.
Handset and Base Operation Making Calls From the handset: • Press /FLASH (on) or to use the handset speakerphone feature. • Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first, then press (on) or • /FLASH . Press /CLEAR (off) to end your call or place the handset in its base to end your call. Advanced Operations From the base unit: • Press . • Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first, then press • Press . again to end your call.
Handset and Base Operation Handset Volume The volume control is on the right edge of the handset. During a call, press the + or keys to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. You can adjust the volume for the headset and speakerphone this way also. Base Speakerphone Volume Sound Select (Handset Only) During a call, you can adjust the quality of the sound to best suit your hearing.
Handset and Base Operation NATURAL - No frequency enhancement. (Your handset is preset to this selection). Sound Select Natural NOTE: The sound select feature cannot be used when in speakerphone or headset mode. Mute Function During an active call pressing either the MUTE softkey on the handset or base (when in speakerphone mode), will disable the microphone. Press UNMUTE to return to normal twoway conversation.
Handset and Base Operation Intercom From Base to ALL Handsets: • At the base press INTERCOM, scroll to GLOBAL PAGE, then press SELECT. • Each handset will display Global Call from BASE. • Any handset can then answer the page, and enter intercom mode by pressing • /FLASH (on) or any dialing keys. To end an intercom call, press base. /CLEAR (off) on the handset or INTERCOM on the • • Handset 2 can then answer the intercom call pressing /FLASH (on) or any dialing keys.
Handset and Base Operation Conference Calling The i 5858 is capable of supporting conference calls with up to three registered handsets and the base unit. To enter a conference call, simply press handset or base. The phone icon /FLASH (on) or ) on the will be displayed in the upper middle of the handset display. Transferring Calls You can transfer calls on the i 5858 system from the base to handset, handset to handset, or handset to base.
Headset Operation Your i 5858 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 that is compatible with the i 5858. For best results, use a VTech 2.5mm headset. To purchase a headset, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. Once you have a compatible 2.
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.
In Case Of Difficulty If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTech Communications at 1-800595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. 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.
In Case Of Difficulty 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 charger. 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 batteries, and spare batteries, and spare battery cells, if applicable. 3. Wait a few minutes. 4.
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.
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.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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.
FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 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.
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled WEIGHT Handset: PLL synthesizer Base: TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: 5725-5850 MHz POWER REQUIREMENTS Handset: 3 cell AAA 3.6V 800mAh NiMH Battery Base: 7 VDC @ 1100mA RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 5725-5850 MHz MEMORY Handset: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: Phonebook: 100 Memory locations; up to 32 digits, 16 characters per location CHANNELS 95 Channels Caller ID: NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.
Table Of Contents Important Safety Instructions ............................................................................................ 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 3 Parts Check List .................................................................................................................... 4 The Handset Layout ...........................................................................
Table Of Contents Base Unit Menu ..................................................................................................................... 31 Calls log ................................................................................................................................. 32 Caller ID - Call Waiting ID ..................................................................................................... 32 Reviewing Caller ID from the Base ................................................
Index Adding Phonebook Entries..........................17 Additional Information..................................45 Advanced Operations..................................40 Announced Transfer.................................44 Answering Calls........................................40 Base LEDs.................................................15 Base Menu Soft Functions..........................30 Base Settings...............................................34 Base Speakerphone Operation...................
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