Vtech i6734 User Manual

Table of contents

Getting started	4	Conference call	16
Parts checklist	4	Find Handset	16
Installation	5	Voice mail service	16
Choose location	5	Telephone directory	17
Install handset battery	5	Store a new entry	17
Connect power to base unit/chargers	6	Characters by number	18
Connect to phone line	6	Review/dial from the directory	19
Check battery indicator	7	Edit a directory entry	19
Check for dial tone	7	Delete a directory entry	20
If you subscribe to DSL service	8	Caller ID	21
Belt clip (optional)	8	Caller ID - call waiting ID	21
Wall mounting (optional)	9	Review caller ID	22
Handset layout	10	Store caller ID	22
Base unit layout	11	Dial from caller ID	24
Basic operation	12	Delete caller ID	24
Handset icons	12	Handset settings	25
Handset LEDs	12	Ringer volume	25
Base LEDs	12	Key tone	25
Handset operation	13	Language	26
Making calls	13	Clear voice mail	26
Answering calls	13	Dial type	26
Adjust handset volume	13	Headset operation	27
Flash function	13	Headset	27
Redial	14	Operating range	27
Mute	14	Batteries	28
Intercom	14	Battery care and performance	28
Call forward	15	Replace handset battery	28
Call transfer	16	Additional information	29

Table of contents

Troubleshooting	29
Maintenance	35
Warranty	35
Important safety instructions	37
FCC, ACTA and IC regulations	38
The RBRC® Seal	39
Technical specifications	40
Index	41

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This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting you need to install and operate your new VTech telephone. Please take the time to review thoroughly to ensure proper installation of this VTech innovative and feature rich product. You can also visit our website at www.vtechphones.com for support, shopping, and everything new at VTech.

In Canada, please visit www.vtechcanada.com.

VTech toll free 1-800-595-9511 In Canada dial 1-800-267-7377

•Before using this telephone, you must read

Important safety instructions on page 37.

Getting started

Parts checklist:

1.Base unit

2.Handsets (3)

3.Charger power adaptors (2)

4.Chargers (2)

5.Telephone line cord

6.Wall mount bracket

7.Belt clips (3)

8.Base power adaptor

9.Battery packs (3)

10.User’s manual

11.Quick Start Guide

To purchase replacement battery packs, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In C a n a d a , c o n t a c t V Te c h Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at www.vtechcanada.com or 1-800-267-7377.

		Charger power adaptors (2)
Base unit	Handsets (3)
		Chargers (2)
Telephone line cord	Wall mount
	Wall mount
	bracket	Base power Adaptor

Belt clips (3)

Batteries (3) Quick Start Guide User’s manual

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Installation

Choose location

For maximum performance of your cordless telephone system:

1.Choose a central location for your base unit.

2.Install your phone(s) as far away as possible from any other cordless (wireless) device such as cordless telephones, 802.11 wireless router (for example, WiFi).

3.Install your phone(s) as far away as possible from other electronic equipment such as microwave ovens, televisions, computers, etc.

4.Install your telephone equipment away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

5.Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme cold.

Install handset battery

1.Alignthetwoholesintheplugwiththesocketpins,matching the red and the black connectors, then snap the plug into place.

2.Place the battery in the compartment with the wires in the upper right corner.

3.Replace cover by sliding it upwards until it clicks into place.

4.Be sure to charge the battery for 16 hours before using your phone.

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•Use only the provided VTech battery, or equivalent.

•Place the handset in its base or charger when not in use to

ensure optimum performance.

•if you need to install your phone within the same room as other

cordless phones or wireless products, you may need to select a different channel for your router and or change the channel on

your phone’s handsets.

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•Connect the power and telephone line cords to the underside of the base as illustrated.

•Plug the AC adaptor into an electrical outlet. If the battery has not been charged, place the handset in the base or charger, and allow it to charge for at least 16 hours.

•Be sure to use an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.

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Connect power to base unit/chargers

1.Plug the power adaptor into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch, and the connector into the bottom of the base unit.

2.Choose the location for your charger, and plug its power supply into an electrical outlet.

To telephone outlet				To power outlet

Connect to phone line

Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the telephone line jack at the bottom of the telephone base. Then plug the other end of the cord into the wall telephone outlet.

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Check battery indicator

When the handset displays WARNING CHECK BATTERY, it indicates one of the following:

1.There is no battery in your handset. You need to install the supplied battery into your handset (see

Install handset battery on page 5.)

2.The battery needs to be replaced.

3.The battery has been installed incorrectly. Please reinstall (see Install handset battery) and/or see the diagram in the battery compartment of the handset.

Check for dial tone

After the battery is charged, press or SPEAKER on the handset. You should hear a dial tone. If not, see the Troubleshooting section near the end of this user’s manual.

CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.

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•If the phone will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery pack to prevent possible leakage.

•If you have any trouble installing your phone, please refer to the

Troubleshooting section near the end of this manual.

•When in LOW

BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting and speakerphone features will not work. When the battery has been charged, these

features will return to their normal function.

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If you subscribe to DSL service

If you hear interference during conversations, and/or your caller ID features are not functioning properly, and you subscribe to DSL service from your telephone company, install a noise filter to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack. Contact your DSL provider to obtain a noise filter.

	Telephone				Noise filter (For
	line cord				DSL users)

To single telephone jack (RJ11C)

Belt clip (optional)

To attach

To remove

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Wall mounting (optional)

The wall mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only.

1.Plug the connector of the base power adaptor to the connector jack at the bottom of the base unit. Then plug the adaptor into an electrical outlet.

2.Connect the telephone line cord to the jack at the bottom of the base unit, and the other end to the wall jack.

3.Line up the tabs on the wall mount adaptors with the holes at the bottom of the base unit/back of the charger. Snap the wall mount bracket firmly in place.

4.Mount the base unit on the wall. Position the base unit so that the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the wall mount bracket. Slide base unit down on the mounting studs until it locks into place.

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Handset layout

1.Earpiece

2.Headset jack (2.5mm)

3.Caller ID (scroll down)

4.Talk/flash

5.Dialing keys (0-9, *, #)

6.Redial/pause

7.Speaker

8.LCD display

9.Directory (scroll up)

10.Volume control

11.Select/menu

12.Off/clear

13.Intercom

14.Mute/remove

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Base unit layout

1.Find handset

2.Charge

3.In use

4.Voice mail

5.Power connector jack

6.Telephone jack

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Basic operation

Handset icons

Icon	Description

MUTE	• On when the microphone is muted, see page 14.
NEW	• On when there are new calls in the call log, see page 22.
	•	On when the handset ringer is muted, see page 25.

	•	Low battery or charging indicator, see page 8.

Handset LEDs

Icon	Description
	• On when handset speakerphone is in use.

Base LEDs

Icon	Description

IN USE	• On when the phone is on a call.
	• Flashes when an extension phone is on a call.

CHARGE	• On when handset is positioned so its battery can charge.
Voice mail	• Flashes to indicate that you have new voice mail messages. (Service must
	be subscribed to through your local telephone company.)

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Handset operation

Making calls

•Press (or SPEAKER) to use the handset speakerphone feature), then dial the phone number.

-OR-

Dial the phone number first, then press (or SPEAKER).

•Press OFF to end your call or place the handset in its base or charger.

Answering calls

•Press , SPEAKER or any dialing keys.

•Press OFF to end your call or place the handset into its base or charger.

Adjust handset volume

The volume control is on the right side of the handset. During a call, press the VOLUME + or - keys to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. When you reach the maximum or minimum setting, a double beep will sound.

Flash function

When you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone company, press to switch to the new call when you receive a call waiting signal. Press again to switch back to the original call.

Redial

•Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last telephone number dialed

from the handset (up to 32 digits). Use or or REDAIL button to scroll through the last five numbers dialed. When the beginning or

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•The procedure to change

the volume is the same for the handset earpiece, speakerphone and headset.

•Use to access phone company subscriber services, as described by your provider.

•If the redial memory is empty, and

REDIAL is pressed, a double beep will sound.

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Handset operation

the end of the redial list is reached, a double beep will sound.

•Press or SPEAKER to dial the displayed number.

•Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete the displayed number. You’ll hear a confirmation beep.

•To exit the redial review list, Press OFF.

Mute

•During a call, press the MUTE/REMOVE key to disable the microphone. The other person on the call will not be able to hear you. The screen will display MUTED briefly:

•Press MUTE/REMOVE again to return to normal two-way conversation. MICROPHONE ON will display briefly.

Intercom call

•Press INT on the originating handset (HS1).

•INTERCOM TO: will show on the screen.

•Select the handset number you wish to establish an intercom connection. (We’ll use handset number 2 for this example). The display will show CALLING HANDSET 2.

•Handset 2 shows CALLING HANDSET 1.

•Press INT, SPEAKER, TALK, or any dialing key on HS2 to pick up the call and the display will change to INTERCOM.

•Press INT, OFF, or place HS1 back into its base or charger to end the call.

PHONE 00:00:15 MUTED

MUTE

PHONE 00:00:15 MICROPHONE ON

INTERCOM TO:

CALLING

HANDSET 2

INTERCOM

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