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VTech v 2656 - page 1
1 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 be ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 2
2 Important Safety Instructions 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions: 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 ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 3
3 The v 2656 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 2.4GHz frequency range. Your v 2656 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 4 Handsets. Using additional Handsets, 2 people can be conferenced on a call, while two other extensions can be talking internally, using the Intercom feature. This manual is designed to familiarize you ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 4
4 Parts Check List 5. Battery Pack 6. Wall Mounting Bracket 7. User's Manual 1. Base Unit 2. Handset 3. AC Power Adapter 4. Telephone Cord P A G E To purchase replacement battery packs, call Vtech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. 91-005358-050-000 v2656.pmd 8/5/2004 ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 5
5 The Handset Layout 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Scroll Keys 4. Headset Jack (2.5mm) 5. On (Flash) 6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #) 7. Handsfree Speakerphone 8. LCD Display 9. Select /Menu 10. Off (Clear) 11. Intercom 12 . Microphone 91-005358-050-000 v2656.pmd 8/5/2004, 4:50 PM 5 ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 6
6 The Base Unit Layout 1. Record/Memo 2. Time/Set 3. Change 4. Menu 5. Charge Contacts 6. Delete 7. Page 8. Charging Indicator 9. In Use Indicator 10. Repeat/Slow key 11. Answer ON/OFF key 12. Skip/Quick key 13. Volume Keys 14. Mailbox Keys 15. DC Connector 16. Telephone Jack 91-005358-050-000 v2656.pmd 8/5/2004, 4:50 PM 6 ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 7
7 Setup Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit. CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your VTech Unit. Getting Star ted P A G E I MPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM: 1. Choose a central location for your Base Unit. 2. In ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 8
8 Setup Getting Star ted Follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery cover by pressing on the indent and sliding downward. 2. Align the two holes in plug with the socket pins. Insert the plug into socket. Place the battery pack into the compartment with the wires in one of the bottom corners of the battery pack. 3. Replace the battery cover by sl ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 9
9 Getting Star ted Charging Of Handset Battery Pack The Handset of your v 2656 cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the Handset is in the Base Unit. Maximum talk time on a full charge is 7.5 hours. Maximum standby time is 5 days. You should charge the battery pack for 12 hours when you firs ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 10
10 Getting Star ted The Wall Mount bracket is designed for use on standard Wall Mount plates only. 1. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapter with the holes on the bottom of the base unit. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place. 2. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector to the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 11
11 Registration of Additional Handsets Getting Started Registration and Operation of the v 2600 Accessory Handset Your v 2656 system can operate up to 4 Handsets. The VTech accessory Handset consists of the following: Setup of the v 2600 Accessory Handset 1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet. 2. Install the battery, as desciribed ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 12
12 Getting Star ted Registration of Additional Handsets Enter Base ID Code 1. After charging the Handset, if the screen displays SEARCHING FOR BASE , press NEW . You will see ENTER BASE ID . If the screen already says ENTER BASE ID , go to step 2. 2. Enter the 15 digit Base Unit ID code, located on the underside of the Base Unit. 3. Press OK . The ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 13
13 Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description Line In Use indicator On steady with no number next to it when a parallel set is in use. On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which extensions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates that Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on an outside call. Intercom indicator On ste ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 14
14 The v 2656 has an advanced design that uses a menu structure and soft keys to access all of the built-in features. Example of the idle mode display: Soft Menu Functions RDL (Redial) Press RDL to display the last 5 telephone numbers dialed. The number on top line is the most recent number dialed. • Use the scroll keys to select the desired numb ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 15
15 Calls Log (Caller ID) Basic Operation From the idle (OFF) mode, press MENU , use the scroll keys to select CALLS LOG , then press OK . The Caller ID information of the most recently received call will be displayed. For example: To scroll to other records, use the scroll keys. To dial the number displayed, you can simply press the ON or SPEAKER k ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 16
16 Handset Settings From the Handset Settings menu you can select the following options to modify: • RINGER VOLUME Select this option to adjust the ringer volume. Use the scroll keys to adjust the volume up or down. A Handset will display a graphic indicator of the selected volume setting. Press OK to confirm your selection and return to the Hand ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 17
17 Range Extender (preset to AUTO) Your v 2656 has an enhanced feature that is designed to improve performance. If you are using your v 2656 in an area with excessive interference, or you require a moderate increase in operating range. the Range Extender feature can help to improve both the sound quality and range. Actual range will depend on your ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 18
18 The v 2656 can store up to 50 names/numbers in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters for the name. When prompted to ENTER NAME , use the digit keys to 'spell' the name. Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: Register and Memory Number Key 1 2 3 4 ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 19
19 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 soft key) if necessary. When finished, press the MEM soft key. • You will then be prompted to ENTER NAME . Use the digit keys to 'spell' the name. If you make ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 20
20 To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name: • Starting from the idle screen, press the MEM soft key to review memory contents. • Using the soft keys scroll through the memory contents in alphabetical order. • Or, you can press the FIND soft key, enter the first few characters of the name. If you make a mistake, press CLR soft key. Then press FI ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 21
21 • To delete the displayed records, press THIS . • To delete all the records, press ALL. To confirm the deletion of ALL records, press YES . To exit without deleting press NO . To Edit a Number/Name • Using the steps from 1 to 3 in To Search For and Dial a Number/ Name , locate the entry you want to edit. • Press the EDIT soft key twice. ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 22
22 Handset and Base Operation Making Calls • Press ON (or, SPEAKER to use the Handset Speakerphone feature).Dial the phone number. -OR- • Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKER ). • Press OFF to end your call. -OR- • Place the Handset in the Base cradle to end your call. Answering Calls • Press any key except OFF and the s ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 23
23 Handset and Base Operation Flash Function You can use your v 2656 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON key on the Handset to FLASH the line. Volume Control From the Handset: During an active call, press the VOL soft key, then use the and soft keys to adjust the earpiece (or Handset Speaker) volume. Notice the change in the dis ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 24
24 From Handset to Handset: • Press the INTERCOM key followed by the number of the other Handset you wish to call (e.g. INTERCOM 3 ). • Handset 3 can then answer the intercom call by pressing the INTERCOM key. • To end the intercom call press OFF on either Handset. NOTE: If only one Handset is registered, the LCD will display " Feature N ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 25
25 Handset and Base Operation Low Battery Indication When a low battery is detected, the Battery icon will flash and a warning beep is played. The status message LOW BATTERY will also be displayed when the Handset is in idle mode. To prevent an unexpected call drop, a drained Handset battery should be replaced by a fully charged spare battery. Conf ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 26
26 Audible Indicators This system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation. Turn Answering System On or Off When you supply power to the Base Unit, the Answering System will be turned ON. Press ON/OFF to turn the system on or off. Answering System Operation The message w ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 27
27 About Mailboxes This answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will be recorded by pressing 1, 2, or 3 while the system plays the outgoing announcement. Otherwise, messages will be recorded in Mailbox 1 . About Announcements • You can record two different announc ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 28
28 3 Press any MAILBO X/ST OP button to stop recording. The system plays back your recorded message. To review your announcement: 1 Press MENU until you hear "Set Outgoing Messages." 2 Press any MAILBO X/STO P button. The system plays the current announcement. Answering System Operation you can set up a feature and then move on to set up ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 29
29 Answering System Operation NOTE: Exit Feature Setup at any time by pressing a MAILBOX/STOP button. SYSTEM ANNOUNCES: "Set Security Code" 50* "Set Audible Message Alert" Off* On "Set Announce Only" Off* On "Set Base Ringer" On* Off "Set Number of Rings" 2 4* 6 Toll Saver Default setting indicated ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 30
30 This system automatically saves your messages until you delete them, and can store approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos, and announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages). A message or memo can be up to 4 minutes long. If the system has less than 30 seconds of recording time left, it automatically turns off. The system will still answer ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 31
31 Answering System Operation Press the MAILBO X/ST OP button at any time during playback to exit message playback. You will hear a long beep. Adjust Playback Volume Press V OLUME or V OLUME to adjust playback volume to a comfortable level. If volume is set to level 1, you will not hear incoming messages as they are received. The system beeps three ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 32
32 Record a Memo You can record a memo up to four minutes long to store as an incoming message. 1 Press and release REC/MEMO. The system announces "Please select mailbox." 2 Press a MAILBO X/ST OP button to select a mailbox for the memo. After the system announces "Now recording," speak towards the Base. The message window displ ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 33
33 Answering System Operation TO INDICATE: No messages in any mailbox Total number of messages in all mailboxes Memory is full or total number of messages is 99 Duration of announcement or memo recording. (Maximum length of announcement is 90 seconds.) Length of recording is more than 99 seconds New message number during message playback Indicates ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 34
34 FUNCTION: Play messages in a mailbox Repeat a message Skip a message Stop Save messages Delete message Review announcement Record announcement Record memo End remote access call Turn system off Turn system on * * * Answering System Operation Remote Access You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone. 1 Dial your t ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 35
35 Headset Operation NOTE : Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the Handset will be muted. This is done to limit the effect of background noise. Belt Clip Your v 2656 is equipped with an attached belt clip. At the top of the Handset, slide the clip away from the body of the Handset by pushing on the ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 36
36 Taking Care Of Your Telephone Your v 2656 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 ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 37
37 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 1-800-595-9511. 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 i ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 38
38 You Hear Other Calls While Using Your Phone • 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 Handset, And None Of The Keys Or Buttons Work • Make sure the power ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 39
39 Warranty Statement Additional Inf ormation What does this limited warranty cover? • The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants t o 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 d ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 40
40 Warranty Statement 8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. 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 servic ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 41
41 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Additional Inf ormation 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, ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 42
42 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations FCC and ACTA Information If this equipment was approved for cornection to the telephone network prior to July 23,2001, it was registered with the Federal Commissions (FCC) in accordance with Part 68 of its rules. If the equipment was approved after that date, it complies with the Part 68 rules and with Technical Requ ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 43
43 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations Additional Inf ormation 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service tele ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 44
44 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations The RBRC R Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken out of service within the United States and Canada. The RBRC R program provides a convenient a ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 45
45 Additional Inf ormation Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY 2401.056 - 2482.272 MHz CHANNELS 95 Channels NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE Maximum power allowed by FCC. Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 46
46 1 . Important Safety Instructions 3. Introduction 4. Parts Check List 5. The Handset Layout 6. The Base Unit Layout 7 . Getting Started 7. Setup 9. Charging Of Handset Battery Pack 10. Wall Mounting 11 . Registration of Additional Handsets 13. Basic Operation 13 . Handset and Base Indicators 14 . Soft Menu Functions 14. Redial 15 . Calls Log (Ca ...
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VTech v 2656 - page 47
47 91-005358-050-000 ISSUE 0 VTECH TELECOMMUNICA TIONS L TD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc.; Beaverton, Oregon. Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada, Ltd.; Suite 200,7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2003 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. Pr ...
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