VTech ET6 Quick Start Manual

Expansion Module

ET6

Quick Start Guide

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Important Safety Information

This symbol is to alert you to important operating or servicing
instructions that may appear on the product or in this user’s manual.
Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to

reduce the risk of injury, re, or electric shock.

Important Safety Instructions

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be

followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock and injury, including the following:

1. This product should be installed by a qualied technician.

2. Read and understand all instructions.

3. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

4. This product is for use with VTech ET6xx phones with USB ports only.
Do not connect the expansion module to a PC or other telephones.

5. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. This device is for indoor use only. NOT FOR OUTDOOR USE.

7. Do not use this product near water such as near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub or swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.

8. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf, stand or other unstable
surfaces.

9. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the expansion module 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.

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10. 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 supplied at the
premises, consult your dealer or local power company.

11. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product
where the cord may be walked on.

12. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the
expansion module because they may touch dangerous voltage points or
create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

13. 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

expansion module other than specied access doors may expose you to

dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric
shock when the product is subsequently used.

14. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.

15. 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 onto the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

D. 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.

E. If the product has been dropped and the expansion module has been
damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

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16. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm.
There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

17. Do not use the expansion module or its connected 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
expansion module into a power outlet if the expansion module is located in

an environment containing concentrations of ammable or ame-supporting

gases, unless there is adequate ventilation. A spark in such an environment

could create a re 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.

18. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or oor
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.

19. Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.

Power adapter rating: 5 Vdc @ 2 A

20. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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FCC part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at the user’s expense.

WARNING: Changes or modications to this equipment not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.

Industry Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian requirements:
CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A). Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme
à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Parts Checklist

Your expansion module package contains the following items. Save your sales
receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.

About this Guide

This quick start guide provides a reference for the external features of the ET6
expansion module and basic installation instructions.

Please refer to the ET6 User Guide for complete installation and operation
instructions. You can download the guide from

businessphones.vtech.com.

For customer service or product information, visit our website at

businessphones.vtech.com or call 1 [phone].

Base unit

Footstand

Quick

Start

Guide

Connector

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FUNCTION

KEYS 10-18

with LEDs

DISPLAY

AREA

FUNCTION

KEYS 1-9

with LEDs

Quick Reference Guide

External Features and Controls

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Attaching the Footstand

The footstand can be attached at two di󰀨erent angles: 28° and 46°.

1. Place the top of the grooves on the footstand
(Fig. 1) below the slideguides on the back of
the device (Fig. 2). For the upright position, the
short “legs” of the footstand must be attached
to the device; for the more horizontal position,
use the long ones.

2. Push the footstand upwards onto the
slideguides until they lock in place (Fig. 3).

3. Place the device on an even, horizontal
surface.

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 1

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Connecting the ET6 to the VTech phone

This section assumes that your network infrastructure is established and that

your IP PBX phone service has been ordered and congured for your location.

For more information about installation options and phone setup, see the ET6
User Guide, available at businessphones.vtech.com.

You can connect one, two, or three ET6 expansion modules to any phone of

the ET6xx series with a USB port. The rst expansion module is supplied with

power by the phone via the module’s USB cable. The second module requires
a separately available power adapter (see “Technical Specications” on page

15). The third expansion module is supplied with power by the second module
via the third module’s USB cable.

The connector is used to connect the footstand of the rst ET6 to the footstand of
the phone, the second ET6 to the rst one, and the third ET6 to the second one
in the daisy-chain. On either side of the connector there are “hooks” (Fig. 5) that
t into the slideguides on the footstand (see Fig.1 in “Attaching the Footstand”

on page 8). Insert one of the “hooks” in the slideguide of the footstand of
the phone or ET6 and the other one in the slideguide of the footstand on the
adjoining ET6, then sled the connector downward until the “hooks” lock into
place.

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

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Connecting one ET6 expansion module

• Insert the USB plug attached to the cable of the VTech ET6 into the USB port
on the VTech phone. If the phone has two USB ports, either one of them can
be used (Fig. 6 and Fig. 7).

The LEDs on the ET6 expansion module will light up briey if or when the
phone is connected to power, then turn o󰀨, indicating that the function keys
are now ready for conguration and/or use.

If the ET6 expansion module is not listed in Settings > Preferences >
Fkeys > Keys on UXM 1, reboot the phone.

Fig. 6

Fig. 7

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Connecting two ET6 expansion modules

Very important when two expansion modules are connected to the phone:

• The modules must be daisy-chained, as shown in Fig. 8. If they are not,

the phone will not be able to nd and identify the function keys, and you will

not be able to use them. Do not use a USB hub or, if the phone has more
than one USB port, do not connect expansion modules to more than one
port (Fig. 9).

• A separately available power adapter must be attached to the second
module in the chain, as shown in Fig. 8.

VTech phone

1. Connect the expansion modules to each other, as shown in Fig. 8.

2. Attach the power supply to the second module, as shown in Fig. 8.

3. Connect the power supply to the wall outlet.

4. Connect the rst expansion module to the phone, as shown in Fig. 6 or 7.

Fig. 8

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The LEDs on the ET6 expansion modules will light up briey, then turn o󰀨,
indicating that the function keys are now ready for conguration and/or use.

If the ET6 expansion modules are not listed in Settings > Preferences >
Fkeys > Keys on UXM [1-2], reboot the phone.

Fig. 9

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Connecting three ET6 expansion modules

Very important when three expansion modules are connected to the phone:

• The modules must be daisy-chained, as shown in Fig. 10. If they are not,

the phone will not be able to nd and identify the function keys, and you will

not be able to use them. Do not use a USB hub or, if the phone has more
than one USB port, do not connect expansion modules to more than one
port (Fig. 9).

• A separately available power adapter must be attached to the second
module in the chain, as shown in Fig. 10.

VTech phone

1. Connect the expansion modules to each other, as shown in Fig. 10.

2. Attach the power supply to the second module, as shown in Fig. 10.

3. Connect the power supply to the wall outlet.

4. Connect the rst expansion module to the phone, as shown in Fig. 6 or 7.

Fig. 10

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The LEDs on the ET6 expansion modules will light up briey, then turn o󰀨,
indicating that the function keys are now ready for conguration and/or use.

If the ET6 expansion modules are not listed in Settings > Preferences >
Fkeys > Keys on UXM [1-3], reboot the phone.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1. Use only a compatible VTech power adapter. To order a power adapter, visit
our website at businessphones.vtech.com or call 1 [phone].

2. The power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or oor
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.

Maintenance

Taking care of your expansion module

• Your expansion module contains sophisticated electronic parts, so you must
treat it with care.

• Avoid rough treatment.

• Save the original packing materials to protect your expansion module if you
ever need to ship it.

Avoid water

• You can damage your expansion module if it gets wet. Do not install the
expansion module near a sink, bathtub or shower.

Electrical storms

• Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic
equipment. For your own safety, take caution when using electric appliances
during storms.

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Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when
you are wet or standing in water. If the expansion module should fall into
water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD
AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL, then pull the unit out by
the unplugged cords.

Cleaning your expansion module

• Your expansion module has a durable plastic casing that should retain its
luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with
water or a mild soap.

• Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.

Technical Specications

Operating temperature 32–104 °F (0–40 °C)

AC adapter output voltage 5.0 Vdc @ 2 A

AC adapter model number VTech model #: VSP-PWR2000

SIL model #: SSA-050200US

Ten Pao model # S018BAM0500200

Connectors 1 USB port, type A, USB 2.0;

1 x 5V DC jack

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