V-tech 17450 User manual
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Model:
VTech 17450
User Guide
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INTRODUCTION
To your VTech 17450 Cordless Phone with Answering
Machine
• Phonebook - Up to 70 phonebook entries are shared
between the the base and 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.
Follow the simple instructions on the next few ss.
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NEED HELP?
PLEASE LOOK IN THE HELP SECTION AT THE END OF THE
USER GUIDE IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OPERATIONAL
DIFFICULTIES WITH YOUR VTECH PRODUCT, OR PLEASE
CONTACT THE TECHELP INFORMATION LINE
1300 369 193 OR CONTACT US BY EMAIL AT:
tcpsupport_au@vtech.com
GOT EVERYTHING?
The package contains the following items:
• VTech 17450 handset
• VTech 17450 base unit
• Power adaptor
• Telephone line cord and adaptor
• Battery compartment cover
• 3 x AAA rechargeable batteries
• Wall mount bracket
• User guide
• Quick start 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 20
Main Menu Structure 22
Connect 24
Install the Handset Battery 26
Charge the Batteries 27
Keystroke Table 27
Navigating the Handset Menu 27
Telephone operation 28
Make a Call 28
Call from the Phonebook 28
Speakerphone 28
Volume Boost 29
Search Alphabetically for Phonebook Entries 29
Call from the Call Log 29
Call Log Entry 30
Call from the Redial List 30
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Answer a Call 30
Adjust Earpiece and Speakerphone Volume 30
Temporary Ringer Silencing 31
End a Call 31
Call Timer 31
Redial 32
Chain Dialing 33
Find the Handset (Paging) 34
Internal Calls 35
Power Fail Back-up 37
Telephone settings 39
Date and Time Settings 39
Handset Settings 40
Base Settings 42
Call log 47
View the Call Log 47
Store a Call Log Number into the Phonebook 47
Delete an Entry in the Call Log 48
Delete All Entries of the Call Log 48
View the Details of the a Call Entry 48
Network Voicemail 49
Call Waiting 49
3-Way Chat 50
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Phonebook 51
Store a Number Entry in the Phonebook 51
Entering Names 52
Writing Tips 52
Review an Entry 52
Dial an Entry 53
Search a Phonebook Entry Alphabetically 53
Edit a Phonebook Entry 53
Delete a Phonebook Entry 54
Delete All Phonebook Entries 54
Check phonebook capacity 54
Direct Memory Keys 55
Base photo Speed Dial Keys 56
Speed dial 57
Assign a Speed Dial Number from the Directory 57
VIP list 58
Call Guard 59
Call Guard Announce 59
Outgoing Message for Calls without Number 59
Set Block Mode 60
Block Private or Unavailable Calls 60
Add a Block List Entry 61
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Review Block List Entries 62
Edit a Block List Entry 62
Delete a Block List Entry 63
Delete all Block List Entries 64
Answering system 65
Answer On/Off 65
Message Playback 66
Delete All Messages 67
Record, Play, or Delete Memos 67
Announcement 68
Number of Rings 69
Recording Time 70
Remote Access Setting 70
Change Remote Access PIN Code 71
Voice Guide 71
Call Screening 72
Call Intercept 72
Remote Access 72
SOS Emergency Calls 74
Talking Digits 77
Calling Number Display Announce 77
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Device setup 78
Add a New Device 78
Test Device Signal Strength 79
Doorbell 80
Remote Ringer 83
Device Monitoring 84
General product care 86
Frequently asked questions 87
General information 88
Replacing the handset batteries 88
Safety 88
Cleaning 89
Environmental 90
How many telephones can you have? 90
Customer service & Product warranty 91
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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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