VTech ES1810-2A User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Charles SmithAug 8, 2025
Why my VTech ES1810-2A does not work?
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  Amy DorseyAug 8, 2025
  If your VTech Cordless Telephone isn't working, ensure the batteries are correctly installed and charged. For best performance, return the handset to the base after each use. Also, check that the power adapter is securely plugged into a working outlet, and the telephone line cord is firmly connected to both the base and the wall jack. Try unplugging the base, waiting 15 seconds, and plugging it back in, allowing a minute for synchronization. If problems persist, remove and re-insert the batteries or try new batteries. As a last resort, test the wall jack with another phone to rule out wiring or service issues; if another phone also fails, contact your telephone service provider.
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Casey ReillyAug 14, 2025
Why does my VTech ES1810-2A have interference?
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  Joseph WiseAug 14, 2025
  If you experience interference or fading calls on your VTech Cordless Telephone, try moving the handset closer to the base. If you have DSL internet, ensure a DSL filter is installed between the base and the wall jack. Also, move the base or any appliances causing interference to a different outlet. Keep the phone away from electronic devices like routers, radios, cell phones, computers, and kitchen appliances. If using a modem or surge protector, try plugging the phone (or the modem/surge protector) into a different outlet or location. Position the base in a central location, away from walls. If the problem persists, test with a corded phone to rule out wiring or service issues; if a corded phone has the same problem, contact your telephone service provider.
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Melanie HayesAug 19, 2025
What to do if VTech ES1810-2A shows low battery?
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  Rebecca JamesAug 19, 2025
  If your VTech Cordless Telephone displays a low battery warning, place the handset in the base to recharge it. Alternatively, remove and reinstall the batteries, use the handset until the battery is fully depleted, and then recharge it in the base. If the problem continues, consider replacing the batteries.
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Jason ReynoldsAug 26, 2025
How to fix VTech ES1810-2A batteries not charging?
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  Daniel HigginsAug 26, 2025
  If the batteries in your VTech Cordless Telephone handset aren't charging, ensure the handset is correctly placed in the base. Remove and reinstall the batteries, then charge for up to 14 hours. If the issue persists, you may need to purchase new batteries.
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kimberly52Sep 1, 2025
What is the common cure for VTech ES1810-2A?
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  Amy PerezSep 1, 2025
  If your VTech Cordless Telephone isn't responding normally, try these steps: place the handset in the base, disconnect power to the base, and disconnect the batteries from the handset. Wait a few minutes before reconnecting power to the base, reinstalling the batteries, and placing the handset back in the base. Allow up to one minute for the handset to synchronize with the base.

VTech ES1810-2A Specifications

General

Brand	VTech
Model	ES1810-2A
Category	Cordless Telephone
Language	English

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the telephone, covering usage, cleaning, environment, and electrical hazards.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Battery and Disposal)

Battery Usage and Disposal Guidelines

Safe battery handling, charging, and proper disposal procedures for electronic waste.

SET UP THE TELEPHONE

Package Contents

Details the items provided in the product packaging, including handset, base station, and accessories.

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Base Placement)

Base Unit Placement Guidelines

Recommendations for positioning the base unit for maximum signal coverage and minimizing interference from other devices.

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Connect Base)

Connect the Base Station

Step-by-step guide to connect the base station to power and the telephone line jack.

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Connect Charger)

Connect the Charger

How to connect the charger unit to a power outlet and turn it on for charging.

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Battery Installation)

Install and Charge Handset Battery

Procedure for installing batteries into the handset and charging it for the first time.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE

Handset Button Identification

Visual guide and labels for all buttons and components on the telephone handset.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Handset Buttons 1)

Handset Button Functions (Part 1)

Detailed explanation of the primary functions of key buttons on the handset and their operation modes.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Handset Buttons 2)

Handset Button Functions (Part 2)

Details the usage of the handset, keypad, star, hash, and zero keys for various phone operations.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Handset Buttons 3)

Handset Button Functions (Part 3)

Covers speakerphone, phonebook access, flash function, microphone, and earpiece functions.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Base Station)

Base Station Overview

Visual guide to the base station, highlighting the charging cradle and the page button.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (LCD Icons 1)

LCD Display Icons and Symbols

Guide to understanding icons displayed on the handset's LCD screen for status indicators.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (LCD Icons 2)

LCD Display Icons and Symbols (Continued)

Further explanation of icons displayed on the handset's LCD screen for status indicators.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Menu Structure)

Menu Structure

Hierarchical overview of the phone's menu system and navigation options.

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Text Entry)

Text and Digit Entry Table

Guide to entering letters, numbers, and symbols using the phone's keypad for names and numbers.

USE YOUR PHONE

Switch Handset ON/OFF & Make a Call (Preparatory & Direct)

Steps to turn the handset on/off and procedures for making calls using preparatory or direct dialing.

USE YOUR PHONE (Making Calls)

Make a Call from Phonebook, Call List, and Redial List

Instructions for making calls using stored phonebook entries, call history, and redial list.

USE YOUR PHONE (Call Handling)

Answer a Call & Adjust Volume/Mute

Procedures for answering calls, adjusting volume levels, and muting the microphone during a conversation.

USE YOUR PHONE (Call Management)

End a Call, Call Timer & Silent Mode/Keypad Lock

How to end calls, understand the call timer, set silent mode, and manage the keypad lock.

USE YOUR PHONE (Redial List)

Redial List Management

Operations for redialing, storing, and deleting numbers from the redial list.

USE YOUR PHONE (Internal Calls)

Find Handset (Paging) & Make Internal Call

Procedures for locating a handset using paging and making internal calls between handsets.

USE YOUR PHONE (Internal Call Operations)

Internal Call Operations

Guide to transferring external calls and setting up 3-way conference calls between handsets.

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK

Store Phonebook Entry & Entering Names

Steps to add names and numbers to the phonebook and tips for typing names.

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK (Entry Management)

Writing Tips & Dial from Phonebook

Tips for editing text and dialing numbers directly from the phonebook.

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK (Edit/Delete)

Edit and Delete Phonebook Entries

Procedures for editing, deleting individual, or all entries from the phonebook.

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK (Status)

Check Phonebook Status

Method to check the number of occupied and available slots in the phonebook.

PHONE SETTINGS

Date and Time Settings

Configuration options for setting the date format, time format, date, and time on the handset.

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 1)

Handset Settings - Alarm

Instructions for setting, enabling/disabling, and managing the alarm clock function.

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 2)

Handset Settings - Alarm Details

Additional alarm settings, including behavior during calls and snooze function configuration.

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 3)

Handset Settings - Ringer Melody

Procedures for selecting ring melodies for external and internal calls.

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 4)

Handset Settings - Ringer Volume & Alert Tones

Adjusting ringer volume levels and configuring key tones, low battery, and out-of-range alerts.

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 5)

Handset Settings - Display & Auto Answer

Customizing the idle screen display and enabling or disabling the auto answer feature.

PHONE SETTINGS (Base Settings 1)

Base Settings - Dial Mode & Flash Time

Configuring base station settings such as dial mode and flash time.

PHONE SETTINGS (Base Settings 2)

Base Settings - Change PIN & ECO Range

Procedure for changing the system PIN code and setting the ECO range.

PHONE SETTINGS (Base Settings 3)

Reset Your Phone & Register Handset

Steps to reset the phone to defaults and register additional handsets.

CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT)

Call List Overview & View Call List

Explains the caller display feature and how to access and review the call history.

CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT) (List Management)

Store Call List Number & Delete Entries

Procedures to save numbers from the call list to the phonebook and delete call list entries.

CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT) (Entry Details)

View Call Entry Details

Steps to view the detailed information, including date and time, of a selected call entry.

DEFAULT SETTINGS

Default Handset & Base Settings

A table listing the default configurations for handset and base settings.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Phone Not Working

Troubleshooting steps for when the telephone is completely unresponsive.

TROUBLESHOOTING (Battery & Interference)

Low Battery & Charging Issues

Troubleshooting steps for low battery indications and issues with charging the handset.

TROUBLESHOOTING (Interference)

Interference Issues & Solutions

Explains common causes of interference and provides solutions for clear conversations.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Basic Information (Dimensions, Weight, Range, Time)

Technical details on physical dimensions, weight, operating range, and battery life.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

General Care, Water Avoidance & Cleaning

Guidelines for careful handling, avoiding water damage, and cleaning the telephone.

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VTech ES1810-2A User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

VTech ES1810-2A Specifications

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Battery and Disposal)

Battery Usage and Disposal Guidelines

SET UP THE TELEPHONE

Package Contents

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Base Placement)

Base Unit Placement Guidelines

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Connect Base)

Connect the Base Station

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Connect Charger)

Connect the Charger

SET UP THE TELEPHONE (Battery Installation)

Install and Charge Handset Battery

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE

Handset Button Identification

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Handset Buttons 1)

Handset Button Functions (Part 1)

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Handset Buttons 2)

Handset Button Functions (Part 2)

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Handset Buttons 3)

Handset Button Functions (Part 3)

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Base Station)

Base Station Overview

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (LCD Icons 1)

LCD Display Icons and Symbols

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (LCD Icons 2)

LCD Display Icons and Symbols (Continued)

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Menu Structure)

Menu Structure

GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE (Text Entry)

Text and Digit Entry Table

USE YOUR PHONE

Switch Handset ON/OFF & Make a Call (Preparatory & Direct)

USE YOUR PHONE (Making Calls)

Make a Call from Phonebook, Call List, and Redial List

USE YOUR PHONE (Call Handling)

Answer a Call & Adjust Volume/Mute

USE YOUR PHONE (Call Management)

End a Call, Call Timer & Silent Mode/Keypad Lock

USE YOUR PHONE (Redial List)

Redial List Management

USE YOUR PHONE (Internal Calls)

Find Handset (Paging) & Make Internal Call

USE YOUR PHONE (Internal Call Operations)

Internal Call Operations

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK

Store Phonebook Entry & Entering Names

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK (Entry Management)

Writing Tips & Dial from Phonebook

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK (Edit/Delete)

Edit and Delete Phonebook Entries

PRIVATE PHONEBOOK (Status)

Check Phonebook Status

PHONE SETTINGS

Date and Time Settings

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 1)

Handset Settings - Alarm

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 2)

Handset Settings - Alarm Details

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 3)

Handset Settings - Ringer Melody

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 4)

Handset Settings - Ringer Volume & Alert Tones

PHONE SETTINGS (Handset Settings 5)

Handset Settings - Display & Auto Answer

PHONE SETTINGS (Base Settings 1)

Base Settings - Dial Mode & Flash Time

PHONE SETTINGS (Base Settings 2)

Base Settings - Change PIN & ECO Range

PHONE SETTINGS (Base Settings 3)

Reset Your Phone & Register Handset

CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT)

Call List Overview & View Call List

CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT) (List Management)