V-tech 18450 User manual
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please call: 1 300 369 193
Model:
VTech 18450
User Guide
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INTRODUCTION
To your VTech 18450 Cordless Phone with Answering
Machine
• Phonebook - Up to 70 phonebook entries are shared
between the handsets.
• Calling Number Display* - Lets you see who’s calling.
Your phone stores details of the last 30 callers in the
Call List.
• Call Block list - Lets you store up to 50 call numbers
that you want to reject automatically.
• Answering machine - Up to 30 minutes digital
recording time and helpful voice prompts.
* IMPORTANT
You need to subscribe to a Network Calling Number
Display service to be able to see the caller’s number or
name when called, or in the Calls List.
This User Guide provides you with all the information
you need to get the most from your phone. Before you
make your rst call, you will need to set up your phone.
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GOT EVERYTHING?
The package contains the following items:
• VTech 18450 handset
• VTech 18450 base unit
• VTech 18450 charger unit
• Power adaptor
• Telephone line cord and adaptor
• Battery compartment cover
• 3 x AAA rechargeable batteries
• User guide
If you have purchased a multi-handset pack there will be
an extra handset, charger, power adaptor, and three AAA
rechargeable batteries for each additional handset.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
Important safety instructions 9
Getting started 13
Location 13
Handset Overview 14
Base Overview 17
Display Icons Overview 18
Main Menu Structure 20
Connect 22
Install the Handset Battery 24
Charge the Batteries 25
Keystroke Table 25
Navigating the Handset Menu 25
Telephone operation 26
Make a Call 26
Call from the Phonebook 26
Speakerphone 26
Volume Boost 27
Search Alphabetically for Phonebook Entries 27
Call from the Call Log 27
Call from the Redial List 28
Answer a Call 28
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Adjust Earpiece and Speakerphone Volume 28
Temporary Ringer Silencing 29
End a Call 29
Call Timer 29
Redial 30
Chain Dialing 31
Find the Handset (Paging) 32
Internal Calls 33
Telephone settings 35
Date and Time Settings 35
Handset Settings 36
Base Settings 38
Call log 40
View the Call Log 40
Store a Call Log Number into the Phonebook 41
Delete an Entry in the Call Log 41
Delete All Entries of the Call Log 41
View the Details of a Call Entry 41
Phonebook 42
Store a Number Entry in the Phonebook 42
Entering Names 43
Writing Tips 43
Review an Entry 43
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Dial an Entry 44
Search a Phonebook Entry Alphabetically 44
Edit a Phonebook Entry 44
Delete a Phonebook Entry 44
Delete All Phonebook Entries 45
Check phonebook capacity 45
Speed dial 46
Assign a Speed Dial Number from the Directory 46
VIP list 47
Review a VIP Entry 47
Delete a VIP Entry 47
Delete All VIP Entries 47
Check VIP list capacity 48
Call Guard 49
Set Block Mode 49
Block Private or Unavailable Calls 50
Add a Block List Entry 50
Review Block List Entries 51
Edit a Block List Entry 51
Delete a Block List Entry 52
Delete all Block List Entries 52
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Answering system 53
Answer On/Off 53
Message Playback 54
Delete All Messages 54
Record, Play, or Delete Memos 55
Announcement 55
Number of Rings 57
Recording Time 57
Remote Access Setting 58
Change Remote Access PIN Code 58
Voice Guide 58
Call Screening 59
Call Intercept 59
Remote Access 60
Direct Memory Keys 61
SOS Emergency Calls 62
Reminder Alarm 66
Talking Digits 67
Calling Number Display Announce 67
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Add Sensor/Devices 68
Add a new Sensor/Device 69
Test Sensor/Device Signal Strength 70
Sensor operations 71
Sensor mode 71
Arm/Disarm the sensor alert system 72
Sensor announcement 73
Specic device operations 75
Doorbell 75
Extension Ringer 78
Sensor/Device Monitoring 79
General product care 81
Frequently asked questions 82
General information 83
Replacing the handset batteries 83
Safety 83
Cleaning 84
Environmental 85
How many telephones can you have? 85
Customer service & Product warranty 86
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of re, 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. Do not use this product near water such as near a
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or a
swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf,
stand or other unstable surfaces.
6. Avoid placing the telephone system in places
with extreme temperature, direct sunlight, or
other electrical devices. Protect your phone from
moisture, dust, corrosive liquids and fumes.
7. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the
telephone base and handset are provided for
ventilation. To protect them from overheating,
these openings must not be blocked by placing the
product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug.
This product should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat register. This product should not be
placed in any area where proper ventilation is not
provided.
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8. 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 in your
home or ofce, consult your dealer or local power
company.
9. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
Do not install this product where the cord may be
walked on.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product
through the slots in the telephone base or handset
because they may touch dangerous voltage points
or create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
11. 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 telephone base or handset other
than specied access doors may expose you
to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect
reassembling can cause electric shock when the
product is subsequently used.
12. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to an authorized service facility under the
following conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged
or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operation
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