Vtech mi6861 User Manual

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.

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Important Safety Instructions

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.

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC.

Customer Service: www.vtechphones.com or 1-800-595-9511. In Canada VTech Telecommuni­cations Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.

BEFORE USING YOUR mi 6861 SYSTEM, CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTEC­TIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLAYS.

Your mi 6861 is an advanced cordless telephone set, capable of supporting four hand­sets. This manual is designed to familiarize you with this cordless telephone. We strongly
recommend you read the manual before using your phone.

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Parts Check List

1. Base Unit

2. Handset

3. Base AC Power Adapter

4. Base Wall Mounting Bracket

5. Telephone Line Cord
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, call VTech Telecommunica­tions Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.

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

Handset

6 . Belt Clip

7. Battery

8. User’s Manual

Base Unit

Base AC Power Adapter Wall Mounting Bracket

Belt Clip Battery

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Telephone Line Cord

User’s Manual
(English and Spanish)

The Handset Layout

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2

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4

5

6

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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)

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10. Speakerphone

11. Off (Clear)

12. Volume Control

13. Intercom

14. Mute (Delete)

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The Base Unit Layout

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2

3
4

5

6

7
8

9

10

11121314

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1. Page Key

2. Charging Contacts

3. In Use LED

4. Charging LED

5. Mailbox Keys

6. Volume Control Keys

7. Delete Key

8. Skip/Quick Key

9. Repeat/Slow Key

10. On/Off Key

11. Rec/Memo Key

12. Time/Set Key

13. Change Key

14. Menu Key

15. Telephone Jack

16. DC Connector Jack

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Setup

Connecting Power to Base Unit

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

Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the connector into the bottom of the
base unit.

Getting Started

To outletTo telephone outlet

Installation of Battery

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

2. Align the two holes in the plug with the
socket pins, then snap the plug into place.
Place the battery in the compartment with
the wires in the upper right corner.

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 and
allow it to charge for 10-12 hours. After
the initial charge, a maintenance charge
of eight hours should be sufficient. Be
sure to place the handset in its base when
not in use to insure maximum daily per­formance.

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Setup

Charging of the Handset Battery

The handset of your cordless telephone is powered by
rechargeable battery. It charges automatically whenever
the handset is in base unit.

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

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.

NOTE: When in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting and speaker­phone features will not work. When your battery has been charged, your features will
return to their normal function.

IMPORTANT:

1 If the phone will not be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent

possible leakage.

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

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

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

5. Do not dispose of these batteries into household garbage, they should be properly
recycled.

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

Connecting to Phone Line

Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack at the bottom of the base unit. Then
plug the other end of the cord into the wall jack. Please see the illustration on page 6.

Checking for Dial Tone

After the batteries are charged, press PHONE on the handset. PHONE will appear on the
handset display, and you will hear a dial tone. If not, see In Case of Difficulty.

Getting Started

IMPORTANT! FOR MAXIMUM PERFOR-

MANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE
SYSTEM:

1. Choose a central location for your base
unit.

2. Install your base unit and extension hand­sets away from electronic equipment, such
as personal computers, television sets and
microwave ovens.

3. In locations where there are multiple
cordless telephones, separate the base
units as far away as possible.

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

5 . Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme

cold.

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Wall Mounting

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

1. Plug the adapter into electrical outlets. Then plug the connector of the base power
adapter to the connector jack at the bottom of the base unit.

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

Getting Started

other end to the wall jack.

3. Line up the tabs on the wall mount adapters with the holes at the bottom of the base
unit. 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 and Base Indicators

Handset Icons
Icon Description

MUTE
NEW

Handset LED
LED Description

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Base LEDs

• Turns on when the microphone is muted.

• Turns on when there are new call log entries.

• Tur ns on when the ringer is muted.

• Low battery indicator or charging indicator.

• LED is on when in handsfree mode.

Basic Operation

LED Description

IN USE
CHARGING
MAILBOX

1, 2, 3

ON/OFF

• On when the phone is off hook.

• Flashes when an extension phone is off hook.

• On when the handset is charging in its base.

• Flashes when new messages are in the corresponding
mailbox.

• On when only old messages are in the corresponding
mailbox.

• On when the answering system is on.

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Handset Operation

Making Calls

• Press PHONE (or SPK to use the handset speak­erphone feature). Dial the phone number.

-OR-

Dial the phone number first. To fix any mistakes,
press DELETE or CLEAR to backspace and
erase characters. To add dialing pauses (if nec­essary), press and hold PAUSE. Then press
PHONE (or SPK).

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

Answering Calls

• Press PHONE, SPEAKER or any dialing keys.

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

Basic Operation

Speakerphone Operation

Your mi 6861 handset has a built-in handsfree speak­erphone. This feature allows you to stand the hand­set upright on a table or desktop and have handsfree
conversations. During a call, press SPK to toggle
between speakerphone and normal handset use.
Press OFF or place the handset in the base to hang
up.

Adjust Handset V olume

The volume control is on the right edge of the hand­set. During a call, press the VOL + and - keys to
adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level.
When you reach the maximum or minimum setting, a
double beep will sound.
NOTE: The procedure is the same for the handset ear­piece, speakerphone and headset.

Flash Function

You can use your mi 6861 with services such as call waiting. When you receive a call
waiting signal, simply press the FLASH key to switch to the new call. Press FLASH again
to switch back to the original call.
NOTE: Use FLASH to access other phone company subscriber services, as
described by your provider.

Redial Function

• Press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last tele-
phone 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.

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

• Press OFF to exit the redial review list.

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Handset Operation

HADNSET X
IS CALLING

• When the desired entry displays, press DELETE to delete it. You’ll hear a confirmation
beep.

NOTE: If the redial memory is empty, and REDIAL is pressed, a double beep will sound.

Temporary ringer adjustments

When handset is ringing, to silence the handset’s ringer, press OFF or MUTE, or adjust
the ringer level to lever 0 by using the handset volume keys.
This adjustment is temporary, and only last for the current ringing call. The ringer volume
will return to it's normal setting once the call is answered, or the ringing stops.

Mute Function

• During an active call, pressing the MUTE
key will disable the microphone. The screen
will display MICROPHONE MUTED briefly:

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

Intercom Call

• If you have registered additional mi 6820
handsets to your mi 6861 base, it is possible
to establish a intercom call. From the idle
(off) mode, press INT. The first handset (HS1)
will display:

• Select a number of the handset to be called.
The display will change to (X is handset num ­ber):

Basic Operation

HS2 will display:

• Press INT, PHONE, SPK or any of the dial pad
keys on HS2 to answer the intercom call. The
screens will display:

• Press INT or OFF on either handset to end
the call.

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Handset Operation

NOTE: If HSX is out of range, or on an external

call, when HS1 attempts to intercom it, the display
of HS1 will show:

Call Forward

If you have registered additional handsets (model
mi 6820) to your mi 6861 base, it is possible to
forward a call between handsets. An external call
can be forwarded between system handsets.

• A handset (HS1), on an external call can
forward it to the other handset (HS2).

• Prss the INT key on HS1, it will display:

Basic Operation

• Enter the handset number you wish to
forward to. HS1 will display:

• HS2 can press PHONE to answer the call.

NOTE: If HS2 does not respond in about 30
seconds, the external call will be returned to
HS1 and the display will show:
If the returned call is not answered within 30
seconds, the external call will end automatically.

Conference Call

If you have registered additional handsets to your
mi 6861 base, it is possible to establish a confer­ence call between the two handsets and the ex­ternal line.

While the first handset is on an external call, the
second handset can press PHONE or SPK, a
conference will be automatically established. Both
handsets will show:

Base Operation

From the base unit, press the PAGE key to locate
the handsets.

• With the handset in idle mode, press PAGE.
The handsets will beep and display:

• To end the page, press PHONE, SPK, or any
dial pad key (0-9, *, #) on the handset, or
press PAGE at the base.

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Phonebook Operation

Your mi 6861 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location
can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name.

NOTE: If you register additional mi 6820 handsets to your mi 6861 base, the handsets share a
common phonebook, which is stored in the base. This means that entries inserted by one
handset are available for all system handsets, and if one deletes a phonebook entry, it will
disappear from all handsets.

When one handset is accessing the phonebook, the other handsets cannot access it at
the same time. If this is attempted, NOT A VAILABLE A T THIS TIME will display.

Storing a New Entry

• Press MENU.

• With PHONEBOOK highlighted, press SEL.

• Press to select STORE. Press SEL.

• You will be prompted to ENTER NUMBER.
Use the dialing keys to enter the number you
wish to store in the phonebook. Press the
DELTTE key to backspace and make cor­rections. Press SEL.

• You will then be prompted to ENTER NAME.
Use the dialing keys to spell the name. Use

and to move the cursor. Press DELETE

to backspace and make corrections. Press
SEL.

• You’ll hear a confir mation tone, and the new
phonebook entry will briefly be displayed.

Basic Operation

NOTES:

• If the phonebook is full, the handset will dis­play PHONEBOOK IS FULL.

• You can also press REDIAL, then or
to scroll to the previously dialed number from
the redial list which you want to store in the
phonebook. Press SEL.

• While entering numbers, press and hold
PAUSE to add pauses if necessar y.

• If there is a duplicate number in the
phonebook, the display will show:

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Phonebook Operation

Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order:

Key

123456789

1

space 1

2

ABC2abc

3

DEF3de f

4

GH I 4 gh i

5

JKL5 j k l

6

MNO6mn o

7

PQRS7pqrs

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Basic Operation

TUV8 t uv

9

WXYZ 9w x y z

0

0

#

#',-.&

Characters by number of key presses

?!/()

Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook

• Press MENU. With PHONEBOOK highlighted, press
SEL. With the REVIEW highlighted, press SEL.

- OR -

With the handset in idle mode, press and the
handset jumps directly into phonebook review mode.
The first phonebook entry will be displayed.

• Scroll through the phonebook entries using the
and keys or enter the first character of the name
to be searched (using the digit keys) and continue
navigating using the or as scroll keys, until
you reach the entry to be dialed.

NOTE: When reviewing the phonebook, the second line
of the display will show the phone number, up to 16
digits. For numbers longer than 16 digits, only the first 13

digits will be shown. Press or # to scroll the phone
number to see the additional digits.

• Press PHONE or SPK, to dial the number.

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