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Quick start guide
IS8151
IS8151-2
IS8151-3
IS8151-4
IS8151-5
IS8152-5
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
© 2020 VTech Communications, Inc.
All rights reserved. 03/20. IS8151-X_QSG_V1.0
Document order number: 96-012956-010-100
Frequency
control
Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer
Transmit
frequency
Handset: 1921.536MHz - 1928.448MHz
Telephone base: 1921.536MHz - 1928.448MHz
Channels 5
Nominal
effective
range
Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.
Actual operating range may vary according to
environmental conditions at the time of use.
Power
requirement
Handset: 2.4 VDC, AAA×2, Ni-MH battery pack
Telephone base: 6V DC @ 600mA
Charger: 6V DC @ 400mA
Memory Phonebook: 200 memory locations;
up to 30 digits and 15 characters
Caller ID log: 50 memory locations;
up to 24 digits and 15 characters
Call block: 1000 entries
DECT 6.0 Cordless Answering System
with Smart Call Blocker
Telephones identified with this logo have reduced noise and
interference when used with most T-coil equipped hearing aids and
cochlear implants. The TIA-1083 Compliant Logo is a trademark of
the Telecommunications Industry Association. Used under license.
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Compatible with
Hearing Aid T-Coil
TIA-1083
The ENERGY STAR
®
program (www.energystar.gov) recognizes and
encourages the use of products that save energy and help protect our
environment. We are proud to mark this product with the ENERGY
STAR
®
label indicating it meets the latest energy efficiency guidelines.
To use a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone with your telephone, you must first pair and connect your Bluetooth cellular phone with the telephone base.
Before you begin, make sure that you have cellular coverage and your Bluetooth enabled cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device.
Add a Bluetooth cell phone
Activate remote voice control
Download a cell phone directory using the
telephone base
Before downloading a directory, make sure the cell
phone is paired, active, and connected to your IS8151.
1
Press VOICE
on the
handset.
Technical specifications
VTech Communications, Inc. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any damage or
loss resulting from the use of this user’s manual. VTech Communications, Inc. and its suppliers
assume no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties that may arise through the use
of this product.
Company: VTech Communications, Inc.
Address: 9020 SW Washington Square Road - Ste 555 Tigard, OR 97223, United States
Phone: 1 (800) 595-9511 in the U.S. or 1 (800) 267-7377 in Canada
Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
Bluetooth
1. If cell is
connected to BT
device, please
disconnect it.
NEXT
Pls set headset
to discoverable
mode
BACK NEXT
1
Press MENU on
the telephone
base.
2
Press / to
scroll to Bluetooth,
then press
SELECT.
3
Press SELECT to
select Add device.
4
Press SELECT
to select Add
cellular.
5
Press NEXT.
6
Press NEXT.
7
Once your cellphone
finds your telephone
(VTech DECT 6.0), press
appropriate key on your
cell phone to continue the
pairing process.
1
Press MENU on
the telephone
base.
2
Press / to
scroll to Bluetooth,
then press
SELECT.
3
Press SELECT to
select Add device.
4
Press / to
scroll to Add headset,
then press
SELECT.
5
Press NEXT.
6
Press NEXT.
2
Speak toward
the telephone
base or handset,
and then wait for
feedback.
3
Press END to
end.
1
Press MENU on
the telephone
base.
2
Press / to
scroll to Bluetooth,
then press
SELECT.
3
Press / to
scroll to Download
PB, then press
SELECT.
4
Press NEXT.
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 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, nor 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.
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 office,
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 specified 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 instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work
by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.
• If the product has been dropped and the telephone base and/or handset has been
damaged.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
14. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a remote
risk of electric shock from lightning.
15. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Under certain
circumstances, a spark may be created when the adapter is plugged into the power
outlet, or when the handset is replaced in its cradle. This is a common event associated
with the closing of any electrical circuit. The user should not plug the phone into a power
outlet, and should not put a charged handset into the cradle, if the phone is located in
an environment containing concentrations of flammable or flame-supporting gases,
unless there is adequate ventilation. A spark in such an environment could create a fire
or explosion. Such environments might include: medical use of oxygen without adequate
ventilation; industrial gases (cleaning solvents; gasoline vapors; etc.); a leak of natural gas; etc.
16. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.
17. The power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount
position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a
ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.
18. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall
be easily accessible.
19. CAUTION: Use only the batteries indicated in this manual. There may be a risk
of explosion if a wrong type of battery is used for the handset. Use only the
supplied rechargeable batteries or replacement batteries (BT183342/283342)
for the handset. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode.
20. Use only the adapter included with this product. Incorrect adapter polarity or voltage can
seriously damage the product.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Battery
• CAUTION: Use Only Supplied Battery.
• Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. Check with local waste management codes for
special disposal instructions.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.
• Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conductive
materials.
• Charge the battery provided with this product only in accordance with the instructions
and limitations specified in this manual.
Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers
Cardiac pacemakers (applies only to digital cordless telephones):
Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a
multidisciplinary evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and
implanted cardiac pacemakers. Supported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, WTR
recommends to physicians that:
Pacemaker patients
• Should keep wireless telephones at least six inches from the pacemaker.
• Should NOT place wireless telephones directly over the pacemaker, such as in a breast
pocket, when it is turned ON.
• Should use the wireless telephone at the ear opposite the pacemaker.
WTR’s evaluation did not identify any risk to bystanders with pacemakers from other persons
using wireless telephones.
About cordless telephones
• Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some
limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless
handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations
could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset.
For this reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as
private as those on corded telephones.
• Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a
working electrical outlet. The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch.
Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged,
switched off or if the electrical power is interrupted.
• Potential TV interference: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may
cause interference to televisions and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, do
not place the telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR. If
interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or
VCR often reduces or eliminates the interference.
• Rechargeable batteries: Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a
short circuit with conducting material such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause harm. Observe proper polarity between the battery
and the battery charger.
• Nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries: Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner.
Do not burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of this type, if burned or
punctured, they could release caustic material which could cause injury.
What’s in the box
1 set for IS8151-2
2 sets for IS8151-3
3 sets for IS8151-4
4 sets for IS8151-5/
IS8152-5
1 set for IS8151
2 sets for IS8151-2
3 sets for IS8151-3
4 sets for IS8151-4
5 sets for IS8151-5/
IS8152-5
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Quick
start
guide
Introducing
Smart call
blocker
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Connect the charger
Charge the battery
12 hrs
If you subscribe to digital subscriber line (DSL) high-speed
Internet service through your telephone line, make sure you
connect a DSL filter (not included) to the telephone wall jack.
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Display
Handset: Telephone base:
REDIAL MENU
Jun 13
BS
12:05PM
1
12
Softkeys
Jun 13
MENU
12:05PM
HS01
1
12
MENU
Option displayed above a softkey.
Press
or to select.
The handset battery low and needs charging.
The handset battery is charging.
HS01
Handset indicates the handset number.
1
Handset or telephone base ringer is off.
New voicemail received from your telephone
service provider.
The HOME line is in use.
1 2
Bluetooth device is active.
Bluetooth device is in use.
Wireless Bluetooth headset is in use.
Answering system is on.
NEW
There are new caller ID log entries and/or
new messages.
7:55am
Jun 13
BACK
MENU
BS
BLUETOOTH
Add device
Device list
Download PB
Change PIN
B ACK SELECT
ADD DEVICE
Add cellular
Add headset
BACK SELECT
ADD DEVICE
Add cellular
Add headset
BACK SELECT
If headset is
connected to
cell, please
disconnect it.
NEXT
Searching
for Bluetooth
headsets...
7:55am
Jun 13
BACK
MENU
BS
Bluetooth
B ACK SELECT
Add a Bluetooth headset
BLUETOOTH
Add device
Device list
Download PB
Change PIN
B ACK SELECT
7:55am
Jun 13
BACK
MENU
BS
7:55am
Jun 13
BACK
MENU
BS
2. Place cell
phone next to
base.
BACK NEXT
Bluetooth
BACK SELECT
Bluetooth
B ACK SELECT
BLUETOOTH
Add device
Device list
Download PB
Change PIN
B ACK SELECT
Setup
2
After you install your telephone or power returns following
a power outage and battery depletion, the handset and
telephone base will prompt you to set the date and time,
and to configure the Smart call blocker and answering
system through voice guide.
Date and time
Follow the steps below to set the date and time. For
example, if the date is 25 July, 2019, and the time is 12:05 AM:
When the handset
and telephone base
prompts you to set
the date and time
Voice guide for Smart call blocker / Answering
system
After setting the date and time, the handset and telephone
base will prompt if you want to set Smart call blocker and
the answering system. For more details, see Use voice
guide to set Smart call blocker in the Introducing Smart
call blocker leaflet and Use voice guide to set Answsering
system in the online help topics.
“Hello! This voice guide
will assist you with the
basic setup of Smart
call blocker“
When the handset and telephone base prompt you to set up the
Smart call blocker via voice guide
Setup your answering system by
inputting the designated numbers
as instructed in the voice guide.
“Hello! This voice guide
will assist you with the
basic setup of your
answering system“
When the handset and telephone base prompt you to set up the
answering system via voice guide
1
Enter the date.
Make a home call
Handset: Telephone base:
- OR -
Volume
Answer a home call
Operate
3
End a home call
Handset:
-OR-
Return the handset to the
telephone base or charger
Handset: Telephone base:
- OR - -OR-
Press
Press
Start voice
guide to set
up Answering
system now?
NO YES
Sta rt voice
guide to set
up Smart call
blocker now?
NO YES
Press YES
Setup your Smart call blocker by
inputting the designated numbers
as instructed in the voice guide.
Press YES
Set date
--/--/--
MM/DD/YY
BACK
NEXT
Set date
07/2?/--
MM/DD/YY
BACK
NEXT
Set date
07/25/19
MM/DD/YY
BACK
NEXT
Set time
HH:MM --
BACK
SAVE
Set time
12:05 AM
BACK
SAVE
Make a cell call
1
Press
Handset: Telephone base:
-OR- -OR-
2
Enter the phone number.
Handset: Telephone base:
-OR- -OR-
-OR-
1
Press
2
Enter the phone number.
Answer a cell call
Handset: Telephone base:
-OR- -OR- -OR-
Press
Press any
dialing keys
to answer
- OR -
End a cell call
Your cellphone name
Last update:
13/07/19
NEXT
Your cellphone name
Do wnloa ding
entry #0000..
STOP
Activating
remote voice
control...
-OR-
7:55am
Jun 13
BACK
MENU
HS01
1
Press VOICE
on the
telephone
base.
Your cellphone name
0:00:00
END
Make sure your cell phone is paired and connected
to your telephone system via Bluetooth.
Press any
dialing keys
to answer
- OR -
Handset:
-OR-
Return the handset to the
telephone base or charger
Press
LCD language setting
If you accidentally set the LCD language to Spanish or French, press MENU and then enter 364# to change the handset LCD
language back to English while the handset is not in use.
Telephone base:
Telephone base:
-OR-
2
Press NEXT.
3
Enter the time.
4
Press SAVE.
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Note
• You can download up to 4 cell
phone directories (phonebooks)
to your telephone system via
Bluetooth wireless technology.
Each downloaded directory can
store up to 1,000 entries with
up to 30 digits for each phone
number and 15 characters for
each name.
7
Place your
headset next
to the base to
continue the
pairing process.
Handset:
Telephone base: