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General| Brand | VTech |
|---|---|
| Model | IS7256-3 |
| Type | Cordless Telephone |
| Number of Handsets | 3 |
| DECT 6.0 Technology | Yes |
| Frequency | 1.9 GHz |
| Caller ID | Yes |
| Call Waiting | Yes |
| Handset Speakerphone | Yes |
| Intercom | Yes |
| Expandable | Up to 5 handsets |
| Answering System | Yes |
| Backlit Display | Yes |
| Battery Life | Up to 10 hours talk time |
Basic safety precautions to follow when using telephone equipment to reduce risks.
Equipment tested for compliance with Class B digital device rules under FCC Part 15.
Device operation is subject to conditions to prevent harmful interference.
FCC criteria for safe absorption of radio frequency energy.
Compliance with Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA.
Compliance with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS.
Lists the items included in the telephone package for initial setup.
Instructions for installing the handset battery correctly for operation.
Guide on connecting the telephone base to power and the phone line.
Steps for connecting the charger to the telephone base and handset.
Procedure for placing the handset in the base or charger for charging.
How to check the battery status on the handset screen.
Procedure to verify a successful installation by checking for dial tone.
Instructions to set the date and time for accurate message timestamps.
Guide to basic setup of Smart Call Blocker using voice prompts or alternate methods.
Guide to basic setup of the answering system via voice prompts or alternate methods.
Optional steps for mounting the telephone base in a desired location.
Information on the wireless communication range and factors affecting it.
Detailed description of the handset's buttons and their functions.
Explanation of icons displayed on the handset screen.
List of alert tones and their meanings for handset notifications.
Description of the telephone base's buttons, display, and lights.
List of alert tones and their meanings for telephone base notifications.
Instructions for managing incoming and outgoing calls on the home line.
Instructions for managing calls using the connected cell phone line.
How to handle incoming calls when already on a call on the home line.
How to handle incoming calls when already on a call on the cell line.
Instructions for switching between handset and speakerphone.
How to adjust listening volume during calls or message playback.
Method to temporarily mute the ringer without disconnecting a call.
How to mute your microphone during a call.
Switching from pulse to touch-tone dialing temporarily during a call.
How to adjust dialing options for local and long distance numbers.
How to join an ongoing call with another handset or base.
Feature to locate misplaced handsets by paging them.
Using the intercom feature for conversations between devices.
Managing incoming calls during an intercom session.
How to transfer an outside call between devices using intercom.
Overview of the PTT feature for two-way broadcasting.
Initiating a PTT call to one other device.
Initiating a PTT call to multiple devices simultaneously.
How to respond to an incoming PTT call.
Changing a one-to-one PTT session into an intercom call.
Making an outgoing call during an active PTT session.
Procedures for ending or leaving a PTT call.
Overview of the phone's directory features and storage capacity.
Instructions for editing and deleting entries in the phone directory.
Managing the list of recently dialed numbers.
Using chain dialing to access stored numbers during a call.
Accessing and managing information from the Caller ID log.
How to view the log of incoming calls for caller information.
Saving incoming call information from the Caller ID log to the phone directory.
Adding Caller ID entries to allow or block lists for call management.
Saving Caller ID entries to the star name list for special handling.
Making calls directly from the Caller ID log entries.
Procedures for deleting individual or all Caller ID log entries.
Key information regarding Bluetooth compatibility, pairing, and range.
Managing paired Bluetooth devices, including connection and disconnection.
Instructions for pairing and connecting a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone.
Instructions for pairing and connecting a Bluetooth headset.
Managing automatic connection of active Bluetooth devices and the device list.
Procedure to download contacts from a cell phone to the telephone directory.
Using voice commands via handset to control a connected cell phone's voice app.
Tips and requirements for using the remote voice control feature effectively.
Introduction to the Smart Call Blocker feature for filtering calls.
Classification of calls and how Smart Call Blocker handles them.
Five profile options for managing unknown home calls.
Instructions to enable or disable the Smart Call Blocker feature.
Configuring specific profiles for handling different call types.
Adding and managing numbers in the block list to prevent calls.
Steps to add a new number to the block list.
How to view entries currently in the block list.
Saving incoming call numbers from Caller ID log to the block list.
Modifying existing entries in the block list.
Removing all entries from the block list.
Adding and managing numbers to allow calls from.
Steps to add a new number to the allow list.
How to view entries currently in the allow list.
Saving Caller ID numbers to the allow list.
Modifying existing entries in the allow list.
Removing an entry from the allow list.
Removing all entries from the allow list.
Managing names in the star name list for special call handling.
Steps to add a name to the star name list.
How to view entries currently in the star name list.
Saving Caller ID entries to the star name list.
Removing a specific entry from the star name list.
Modifying an existing entry in the star name list.
Removing all entries from the star name list.
Information on default and custom screening announcements.
How to play current screening announcements.
Recording your own name to use in screening announcements.
Restoring screening announcements to default settings.
Step-by-step guide using voice prompts for initial Smart Call Blocker setup.
How Smart Call Blocker manages incoming calls based on profiles.
Types of incoming calls that can get through when Smart Call Blocker is active.
How blocked calls are handled and the announcement played to callers.
How the phone screens unknown home calls, asking callers for identification.
Process when screening a call and asking the caller to provide their name.
Options presented to the caller after a call has been screened.
How to end a call while on an active call.
Instructions for accessing voicemail service from your provider.
Distinction between the phone's built-in system and provider's voicemail.
How the phone indicates new messages on the answering system.
Instructions to enable or disable the built-in answering system.
How to listen to messages on the telephone base or handset.
Options available during message playback, like skipping or deleting.
How to screen calls using the telephone base.
How to screen calls using the cordless handset.
How to interrupt a message recording to speak to the caller.
Procedures for deleting all old messages from the answering system.
How to record personal memos using the answering system.
Accessing the answering system remotely via phone.
Information about the pre-set greeting for the answering system.
Instructions for recording a custom greeting for the answering system.
How to listen to your recorded announcement.
Options available during announcement playback.
How to delete your custom announcement.
Changing the display language for menus and options.
Changing the language for voice prompts and the answering system.
Setting the correct date and time for accurate operation.
Automatically setting date and time using Caller ID service.
Enabling/disabling spoken announcements of caller names.
Configuring the phone's dialing mode (tone or pulse).
Temporarily switching to tone dialing during a call if using pulse service.
Programming the home area code for local call logging.
Customizing ringtones and volumes for incoming calls.
Setting the number of rings before the answering system answers.
Selecting different ringtones for home and cell lines.
Adjusting the volume for incoming call ringers.
Adjusting the ringer volume specifically for the telephone base.
Adjusting the audio volume for handset and speakerphone.
Turning the keypad tone on or off.
Activating quiet mode to mute tones for a specified period.
Configuring the core functions of the built-in answering system.
Using voice prompts for guided setup of the answering system.
Adjusting settings related to message playback, like order and notification.
Setting a security code to access the answering system remotely.
Enabling or disabling the call screening feature.
Enabling or disabling the tone that alerts to new messages.
Saving a voicemail number for quick access via speed dial.
Understanding the indicator for new voicemail messages.
Turning off the voicemail indicator when no new messages exist.
General advice on handling the telephone to ensure longevity.
Precautions against physical damage to the handset.
Warnings about water exposure and its effect on the telephone.
Safety precautions during electrical storms to protect equipment.
Instructions for cleaning the telephone using a soft cloth.
Details on the frequency control mechanism used in the product.
The operating transmit frequencies for the handset and telephone base.
Number of communication channels supported by the device.
Information on the device's operating range and factors affecting it.
Specifications for the handset battery and power adapters.
Storage capacity for directory, caller ID log, and block list.
Answers to common problems like no dial tone or inability to dial out.
Details on what is covered under VTech's limited product warranty.
Explanation of VTech's procedure for replacing defective products.
Duration of the limited warranty for the product and replacements.
Conditions and circumstances not covered by the limited warranty.
How to contact VTech for warranty service and support.
List of items needed when submitting a product for warranty service.
Additional limitations and disclaimers related to the product warranty.
Information on consumer rights that vary by state or province.
Limitations on implied warranties, such as merchantability.
