Quick Start Guide VSP600 DECT SIP Cordless Base Station with Cordless Handset
Important Safety Information This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing instructions that may appear on the product or in this user’s manual. Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock. 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.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the base station or handset because they may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base station or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
17. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode. 18. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet. 19. Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. 20.
Compliance FCC part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
About this Guide This quick start guide provides a reference for the external features of the base station and handset and basic installation instructions. Please refer to the VSP600/VSP601 User Guide for complete installation and operation instructions. You can download the guide from businessphones.vtech.com. For customer service or product information, visit our website at businessphones.vtech.com or call 1 (888) 370-2006. Parts Checklist Your package contains the following items.
Quick Reference Guide Base station external features Antenna Wall mount slot (on top) Handset Locator (Page) button Use only Supplied Adapter Press to ring the handsets. Press and hold to register a handset. AC adapter input Reset button RESET Power LED Flashes when joining the network or when registering/ deregistering a handset. Steady when power is connected and an IP address is acquired. VoIP LED Flashes when registering/ deregistering a handset. Steady when all SIP accounts are registered.
Quick Reference Guide Cordless handset external features MESSAGE LED Flashes when a line has a new voice message. HEADSET JACK 2.5 mm jack for connecting a corded headset. SOFT KEYS Perform the actions indicated by the on-screen labels. VOL p DIR While in menus, press p to scroll up the menu. Press to display the Directory. TRANSFER Press to start transferring a call. CONF Press to start a conference call. TALK Press to start making a call. MENU/SELECT Press to display the main menu.
Base Station Installation This section assumes that your network infrastructure is established and that your IP PBX phone service has been ordered and configured for your location. For more information about IP PBX configuration, see the VSP600/VSP601 Administrator and Provisioning Manual, available at businessphones.vtech.com. You can power the base station using the supplied power adapter or using Power over Ethernet (PoE) from your network. (The base station requires PoE Class 3.
To install the base station: 1. Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port on the rear of the base ), and plug the other end of the cable into your network station (marked by router or switch. 2. If the base station is not using power from a PoE-capable network router or switch: a. Connect the supplied power adapter to the base station power jack. b. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.
3. Attach the mounting plate to the top of the base station. Insert the tab into the slot and then push the plate in at the bottom of the base station until the mounting plate clicks into place. Insert tab into slot. 4. Check to make sure the plate is secure at top and bottom. It should be flush with the base station body. 5. Place the base station over the mounting screws. 6. Connect power and the Ethernet cable as described in “To install the base station.
Handset Installation This section assumes that your network infrastructure is established and that your IP PBX phone service has been ordered and configured for your location. For more information about IP PBX configuration, see the VSP600/VSP601 Administrator and Provisioning Manual, available at businessphones.vtech.com. Handset installation involves both the the handset and the handset charger. The charger is powered using the supplied power adapter.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1. Use only the power adapter supplied with this product. To order a replacement power adapter, visit our website at businessphones.vtech.com or call 1 (888) 370-2006. 2. The power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet. Battery installation and charging Install the battery as shown on the following page.
To install the handset battery: 1. Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset battery compartment. Insert the supplied battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up as indicated. 2. Align the cover flat against the battery compartment, then slide it upwards until it clicks into place. 3. Charge the handset by placing it face forward in the charger. The battery icon indicates the charge status as the battery charges. Very low battery charging less than 30 minutes.
Wall mounting the charger The charger is ready for tabletop use. If you want to mount the charger on a wall, use two 10 mm (3/8 inch) screws and wall anchors to hold the charger in place. Screws and wall anchors are not provided, but are available for purchase in many hardware or consumer electronics retailers. You might need a professional to install the charger. To mount the charger on the wall: 1. Use a pencil to mark the desired positions of the two holes on the wall.
Adding a corded headset You can use this handset hands-free when you install any industry-standard 2.5 mm corded telephone headset (purchased separately). For best results, use a VTECH 2.5 mm corded headset. To purchase a corded headset, visit our website at businessphones.vtech.com or call 1 (888) 370-2006. Plug a 2.5 mm headset into the HEADSET jack on the side of the handset.
Handset Registration Registering the handset to the base station The handset must be registered to the base station in order to make and receive calls. To register the handset: 1. Make sure the handset has a charged battery before proceeding. Make sure the base station is connected to power. 2. Press MENU on the handset. The Main Menu appears. 3. Press q to scroll to User settings and press SELECT. 4. Press q to scroll to Registration and press SELECT.
Deregistering the handset Before using the handset with a different base station, you must deregister the handset from the base station to which it is currently registered. To deregister the handset: 1. Press MENU on the handset. The Main Menu appears. 2. Press q to scroll to User settings and press SELECT. 3. Press q to scroll to Registration and press SELECT. 4. Press q to highlight Deregistration and press SELECT. The handset screen displays a list of registered handsets. 5.
Maintenance Taking care of your telephone • Your base station and cordless handset contain sophisticated electronic parts, so you must treat them with care. • Avoid rough treatment. • Place the handset down gently. • Save the original packing materials to protect your products if you ever need to ship them. Avoid water • You can damage your cordless telephone if it gets wet. Do not use the handset in the rain, or handle it with wet hands.
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