A:AnswerJenny - Visit vtechphones.com. Under the SUPPORT tab, click MANUALS, then enter the model number in the search box. You can read the manual on line, and save the file to your computer for future reference and printing.
A:AnswerIt does have remote access. You set your remote code via the base. You can then check voicemail by going to your voicemail and pressing *coden8umberhere
The base has speakerphone by default, the handsets itself have speakerphone button
A:AnswerTippi - Backlighting turns off when the phone is idle to conserve battery life. If you are not seeing any illumination at any time, call our support team @ 1-800-595-9511. Your phone has a one year limited warranty. Thanks!