Vtech I6786 User Manual

Table of contents

Getting started	4
Parts check list	4
Installation	5
Choose a location	5
Install handset battery	5
Connect power to base unit/chargers	6
Check battery indicator	7
Check for dial tone	7
Noise filter	8
Belt clip	8
Wall mounting	9
Handset layout	10
Base unit layout	11
Basic operation	12
Handset icons	12
Handset LEDs	12
Base LEDs	12
Handset operation	13
Making calls	13
Answering calls	13
Adjust handset volume	13
Flash function	13
Redial	13
Mute	14
Intercom call	14
Call forward	15
Call transfer	16
Conference call	16

Find handset	16
Directory	17
Store a new entry	17
Characters by number	18
Review/dial from the directory	19
Edit a directory entry	19
Delete a directory entry	20
Caller ID	21
Caller ID - call waiting ID	21
Review caller ID	22
Store caller ID	22
Dial from caller ID	24
Delete caller ID	24
Handset settings	25
Ringer volume	25
Ring tone	25
Key tone	25
Language	26
Clear voicemail	26
Dial type	26
Answering system operation	27
Turn your answering system off and on	27
Day and time announcements	27
To check day and time	28
Menu features	29
Outgoing announcement	29
Record outgoing announcement	29
Listen to outgoing announcement	30

Table of contents

Delete outgoing announcement	30	Technical specifications	54
Message playback	31	Index	55
Announcements	31
Options during playback	31
Delete all messages	32
Record and play memos	32
Record a memo	32
Playback a memo	32
Call screening	33
Set remote access	33
Remote access	34
Message alert	36
Announcement only mode	36
Turn announcement only mode off or on	36
Customize announcement only message	37
Base ringer	37
Toll saver	37
Message window display	39
Headset operation	40
Operating range	40
Batteries	41
Replace the handset battery	41
Additional information	42
Troubleshooting	42
Maintenance	49
Warranty	49
Important safety instructions	51
FCC, ACTA and IC regulations	52

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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 this manual 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, please read the Important

Safety Instructions on page 51.

Getting started

Parts check list:

1.Telephone base

2.Handsets (4)

3.Charger power adaptors (3)

4.Chargers (3)

5.Telephone line cord

6.Wall mount bracket

7.Belt clips (4)

8.Quick start guide

9.Base power adaptor

10.Batteries (3)

11.User’s manual

To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www. vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800- 595-9511. In Canada, contact VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at www.vtechcanada. com or 1-800-267-7377.

3. Charger power adaptors (3)

1. Telephone base

2. Handsets (4)

4. Chargers (3)

5. Telephone	6. Wall mount	7. Belt clips (4) 8. Quick start
line cord	bracket	guide

9. Base power adaptor

10. Batteries (4)

11. User’s manual

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Installation

Choose a 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.Align the two holes in the plug with the socket pins, 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.

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•CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:

1.Use only the battery supplied, or equivalent.

2.Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin It may be toxic if swallowed.

3.Exercise care in handling battery in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

•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.

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

Installation

Connect power to base unit/chargers

1.Plug the power adapter 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 power outlet

To telephone 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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Installation
Installation
Check battery indicator
If you receive a check battery warning, 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		•	Plug the AC adaptor
	Install handset battery on page 5.)			into an electrical outlet.
2.	The battery needs to be replaced.			If the battery has not
2.	The battery needs to be replaced.			been charged,
3. The battery has been installed incorrectly. Please reinstall (see Install handset battery) and/or				place the handset in the
				base or charger, and
	see the diagram in the battery compartment of the handset.			base or charger, and
	see the diagram in the battery compartment of the handset.			allow it to charge for at
				least 16 hours.
Check for dial tone			•	Caution: Use only
Check for dial tone				the VTech power
				the VTech power
After the battery is charged, press		on the handset. You should hear a dial tone. If not, see		supply provided with
After the battery is charged, press		on the handset. You should hear a dial tone. If not, see		your phone.•
Troubleshooting.				If the phone will not be
Troubleshooting.				used for a long period of
				used for a long period of
				time, remove the battery
				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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Installation

If you subscribe to DSL service

If you hear interference during conversations and/or your caller ID features are not functioning properly, 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.

Noise filter (For

DSL users)

To single telephone jack (RJ11C)

Telephone line cord

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.CID (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.Menu/select

12.Off/clear

13.Intercom

14.Mute/remove

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Base unit layout

	1
					10
	2				11
	3				12
	4				13
	5				13
	5
		6	7	8	9
			7	8	9
1.	Find handset	10.	Delete
2.	Record/memo	11.	Repeat
3.	Time/set	12.	Skip
4.	Change	13.	Mailbox play/stop

5.Setup

6.Volume control

7.Charging LED

8.In use LED

9.Answer on/off

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Basic operation

Handset icons

Icon	Description

MUTE	• On when the microphone is muted.
NEW	• On when there are new call log entries.
	• On when the handset ringer is muted.

	• Low battery indicator or charging indicator.
Handset LEDs
LED	Description

	• On when in handsfree mode.

Base LEDs

LED	Description

IN USE	• On when the phone is off the hook.
	• Flashes when an extension phone is off the hook.
CHARGE	• On when the handset is charging in the base.

ON/OFF	• On when the answering system power is on.

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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 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 to scroll through the last five numbers dialed. When the beginning or the end of the redial list is reached, a double beep will sound.

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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

•Press OFF to exit the redial review list.

•When the desired number is reached, press or SPEAKER to dial.

•When the desired entry displays, press MUTE/REMOVE to delete it. You’ll hear a confirmation beep will sound.

Mute

•During a call, press the MUTE/REMOVE key to disable the microphone. 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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Handset operation

If the destination handset is in use, cannot be reached or turned off, the display on the originating handset will show UNABLE TO CALL TRY AGAIN.

Call forward

An external call can be forwarded or transferred from one handset (HS1) to another (HS2).

•While on an external call, you can forward the call to HS2 by pressing and holding INTERCOM. HS1 will display FORWARD TO: you should then input the number of the handset you wish to forward the call to.

•HS2 will show INCOMING CALL and ring.

•Press /FLASH on HS2 to answer the call.

If the forwarded call is not answered within 30 seconds, the external call will be returned to HS1 and the display will show CALL BACK and ring for 30 seconds. If the returned call is not answered within 30 seconds, it will end automatically.

INTERCOM ENDED

UNABLE TO CALL

TRY AGAIN

FORWARD TO:

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operation Basic

•For the FIND

HANDSET function to work, the system handsets need to be in idle (off) mode.

Handset operation

Call transfer

•While on an external call, any system handset (HS1) can transfer the call to another system handset (HS2) by pressing INT. The external call is put on hold automatically. Then select the handset number to be transferred.

•HS2 will ring and the screen will show HS1 IS CALLING.

•Pick up the intercom call on HS2 by pressing /FLASH.

•An intercom call is established and HS1 can communicate with HS2 prior to the external call being transferred. CALL TRANSFERRED will briefly display on HS1.

If the transferred call is not answered within 100 seconds, the external call will be returned to HS1 and the screen will show CALL BACK.

Conference call

It is possible to establish a conference call between two handsets and the external line.

While one handset is already connected to the external line, the other handset can join the call by pressing . A conference call will be immediately established, both handsets will show:

Find handset

•To locate a misplaced handset, press FIND HANDSET on the base to page all system handsets.

•To end the page at the base, press FIND HANDSET again.

•To end the page at the handset, press , SPEAKER, OFF or any dial pad key (0-9, *, #).

PHONE 00:00:25

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•	If the directory is full, the handset will display LIST FULL.	LIST FULL
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