VTech MI6820 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

Model: mi6820

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Digital Spread

Spectrum

Accessory Handset

FEATURING: Handset Speakerphone • Tri-lingual Prompts

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Headset Compatible (2.5mm)

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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 (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool).

5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand. The product may fall, causing serious damage.

6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit 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.

7. 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, consult your dealer or local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

10. 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 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.

11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.

12. 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 operating instructions, as 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 base and/or handset has been

damaged.

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

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

14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

15. Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.

Important Safety Instructions

VTech Communications, Inc. Customer Service: www.vtechphones.com or 1-800-595-

9511. In Canada contact VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at: www.vtechcanada.com or 1-800-267-7377.

BEFORE USING YOUR mi 6820, CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLAYS.

IMPORTANT:

Your mi 6820 is an accessory handset for use with the mi 6821, mi 6822, mi 6861 mi 6862 or mi6872 systems. You must have one of these base units in order to use the mi 6820 accessory handset.

mi 6820 accessory handset setup,registration and basic functions. For detailed

instructions, please refer to the mi 6821, mi 6822, mi 6861, mi 6862 or mi 6872 user’s manual.

This manual is designed to familiarize

you with the

Parts Check List

1. Handset

2. Charger Adapter

3. Charger

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.

NOTE: Use only VTech batteries (part number 89-1323-00-00).

4. Belt Clip

5. User’s Manual

6. Battery

The Handset Layout

1. Earpiece

2. LCD Display

3. Headset Jack (2.5mm)

4. CID (Scroll Down)

5. Phone (Flash)

6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)

7. Redial (Pause)

8. Select (Menu)

9. Phonebook (Scroll Up)

10. Speakerphone

11. Off (Clear)

12. Volume Control

13. Intercom

14. Mute (Delete)

Setup

Connecting Power to Handset Charger

Because the mi 6820 is an accessory handset to the mi 6821, mi 6822, mi 6861 mi 6862 or mi 6872 all you need to do is choose the location for your handset charger and

plug in the power supply into an electrical outlet.

Getting Started

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

Installation of Battery

1. Remove battery compartment cover by pressing on the indentation and sliding downward.

2. Place the battery in the handset aligning the two holes in the plug with the socket pins,then snap the plug into place.

3. Replace the battery cover by sliding it upwards.

4. If the new battery is not already charged,

place the handset in its base unit or charger and allow it to charge for 10-12 hours.

5. Be sure to place the handset in its base

or charger when not in use to insure maximum daily performance.

6. Average talk time on a fully charged

battery is about nine hours, standby time is approximately four days.

Setup

Charging of the Handset Battery

The handset of your cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable battery. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in its charger.

You should charge the battery for 10-12 hours when you first receive your phone. You will know the bat-

tery needs charging when:

• The low battery message is displayed:

• The handset seems completely dead, the LCD is completely clear and does not activate when you press the keys.

IMPORTANT:

1. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire, they might explode.

2. Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Toxic substances may be released, causing harm to eyes or skin.

3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order to prevent an accidental short of the charge contacts, potentially causing the batteries to overheat.

4. Do not dispose of this battery into household garbage, it should be properly recycled.

5. Do not charge the batteries with other electrical devices.

6. If the phone will not be used for a long period of time, remove the battery to prevent

possible leakage.

Checking for Dial Tone

After the handset is registered and the battery is charged, press PHONE on the handset. The LCD displays PHONE and shows a call timer, and you will hear a dial tone. If not, see

In Case of Difficulty.

Getting Started

Registration

Your mi 6820 is an accessory handsets for use with the mi 6821, mi 6822, mi 6861, mi 6862 or mi 6872 base units. To register your mi 6820 for the first time:

1. After charging the battery, the screen will display:

Getting Started

2. Press SEL, you will see ENTER BASE ID, if the

screen already says ENTER BASE ID, go to step 3.

Enter the 15 digit base unit ID code, located on the

underside of your main base (mi 6821, mi 6822,

mi 6861, mi 6862 or mi 6872). If you make a

mistake, press the DELETE key to backspace

(delete characters), then enter the correct

information.

4. Press SEL to complete the registration process.

5. Once a valid base ID code has been entered, the display will blank for a second or two, and then show:

6. If the base accepts the new handset, after several seconds the new handset will show: where X is the new handset number assigned, sequentially, by the base.

If you do not enter the correct digit sequence, you will hear an error tone. Press DELETE key to backspace to erase a character(s) and carefully re-enter the base ID code.

NOTE: The 15-digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and characters, including 0 through 9 and *. Make sure you enter all 15 digits.

Re-register Existing Handsets to New Base

1. Install the new mi 6821, mi 6822, mi 6861, mi 6862

or mi 6872 base unit. The handsets will display

SEARCHING…, press and hold the SEL button

for two seconds.

2. The handset will display:

3. Follow steps 3 through 6 in Registration, above.

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