Vtech VT1970 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this Vtech telephone. Your VT 1970ci Integrated Telephone Answering Device ( ITAD) combines the features of a digital cordless phone with a digital (tapeless) answering device.

Unlike most other cordless phones, the VTech VT1970ci digitizes your voice using advanced ADPCM digital voice coding to provide noise and distortion free performance. In most conditions, you will not be able to tell you are using a cordless phone. Gone are the annoyances of static, interference and having to listen to other people’s conversations on your cordless phone.

The VTech VT1970ci scrambles your voice before it transmits it. This allows you the security of knowing that no one can tune in and eavesdrop on your conversations.

The VTech VT1970ci decodes and displays name and/or number Caller ID (CID) information where available and when subscribed to. The alphanumeric display can show both the name and number of the calling party. Up to 24 name characters or 11 phone number digits can be displayed.

With the VTech VT1970ci, the user can easily answer a call by pressing any key other than the OFF, MUTE or VOLUME Keys. In addition, the handset keypad and display illuminate while the handset rings to signal an incoming call. This is very useful in a dark environment.

The VTech VT1970ci also provides a one-way Page/Find. Pressing the base PAGE key will cause the handset to ring in a manner which distinguishes it from normal incoming ringing. This can be used to alert the handset user, or to simply locate the handset in the event that it is misplaced.

The VTech VT1970ci uses special memory in both the base and handset which is not susceptible to power failures. This provides permanent storage of all memory dial numbers, Caller ID information as well as the base and handset security codes.

When an optional battery pack is installed in the base unit, the VTech VT1970ci uses this battery pack to provide operational backup in case of power failure. In this way you have access to all normal phone functions during a total power outage. Calls can still be placed and received without interruption. More than 5 hours backup will be possible with a fully charged battery pack in the base unit.

The VTech VT1970ci informs you when another extension is currently in use on the same phone line. The phone will also alert you when you are Out of Range, even when you're not using the phone!

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INTRODUCTION

SPECIAL FEATURES - PHONE

• 900 MHz Operation.

• Fully Digital Link between Handset and Base.

• Digitally-Scrambled Voice Communication.

• Alphanumeric Call Waiting Caller ID

• 2 row by 12 character 5x7 dot matrix alphanumeric display.

• 50 Caller ID memory locations.

• Backlit display on the handset.

• Backlit handset keypad.

• 20 location Programmable Memory for 20 Digit Phone Number.

• 10 Channel Operation with auto channel selection.

• Out-of-Range indication while the handset is in use or in standby mode.

• Removable handset battery pack.

• Spare battery charger in the base unit.

• Complete battery back-up in case of power failure (with optional spare battery pack installed in base).

• Face up or Face down Handset charging.

• Easy answer - When the phone rings, simply press any key other than OFF, MUTE, or the Volume Keys on the handset to answer.

• Auto hang up when returning the handset to the base cradle.

• Extension in use indicator.

• 24 Bit Digital Security Code.

• Tone and Pulse Dialing.

• Low Battery Detect and Warning indicator.

• Up to 7 hours continuous talk time or 7 days standby time.

• Volume Adjust on Handset.

• REDIAL, HOLD, PAGE and MUTE.

• Hearing-Aid Compatible Receiver.

• Detachable power supply.

• Non-volatile storage of security code and memory dial records.

• Programmable Ringer Types.

This manual is designed to make you familiar with the VTech VT1970ci. We strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.

SPECIAL FEATURES -ANSWERING DEVICE

• Digital (tapeless) answering device provides up to 18 minutes of message storage.

• Base counter provides data such as the number of messages, volume level, and answering mode.

• You can record separate outgoing messages for both answer and announce only modes.

• Messages are retained in the event of a power failure; no battery required.

• Messages are tagged with a spoken time/day stamp.

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• Messages can be erased individually or collectively.

• The VT1970ci answering device can be accessed remotely for retrieval of messages and other functions.

• Voice prompts for easy setup.

• Audible message alert.

• Programmable to answer after 2, 4, 6 rings; or toll saver option.

• Quick feature provides faster playback of messages.

• Memo feature.

INTRODUCTION

Parts Check List

1. Handset

2. Base Unit

3. Wall Mounting braket

4. AC power adapter

5. Belt clip

6. Battery pack

7. Telephone line cord

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

OFF

HOLD

def

abc

mno

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

wxyz

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

MUTE

MEMORY

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-

7377.

VT 1970ci

POWER

HS IN-USE

SELECT

TIME/

CHARGING

SET

SPARE BATT

ON/OFF

ERASE

MEMO

PAGE

VOL

HANDSET

AC POWER ADAPTOR

TELEPHONE LINE CORD

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BASE UNIT

DIGITAL

900MHz

CORDLESS

BATTERY PACK

WALL MOUNTING

BRACKET

BELT CLIP

FCC and IC Regulations

This equipment complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

A label is located on the underside of the base unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the Industry Canada (IC) registration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephone company.

This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.

Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact:

FCC Part 15

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliances could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS

SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

For repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected.

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- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC and IC Regulations

FCC Part 68

The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C, RJ11W or RJ14).

Your telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance of disconnection, if possible. During notification, you will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

Occasionally, your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment. If so, you will be given advance notice of the change to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.

The base unit contains no user serviceable parts. The handset contains a user replaceable battery pack.

If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC requires that it not be used and that it be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH Limited Warranty.

This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the phone company or Party Lines.

The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still enable the devices to ring when you receive a call. The general rule is that the REN value should not exceed 5.0A total; however, contact your local telephone company for the specific number in your area.

IC (Industry Canada) This telephone is registered for use in Canada.

Notice: The REN assigned to this

device denotes the number of devices you may connect to the telephone loop, which is used by the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices subjected only to the requirement that the sum of the REN does not exceed five (5.0)

Notice:The Industry Canada label

identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.

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FCC and IC Regulations

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: Users should not attempt to

make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

Your VTech VT1970ci is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by the FCC and IC. This means your handset and base unit can communicate only over a certain distance - which will depend on the location of the base unit and handset, weather, and the construction and layout of your home or office.

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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 to persons, 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 cleaners 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 cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation 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 to your home, consult your dealer or local power company .

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots 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 a VTech authorized service facility. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

12.Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a VTech 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 into 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, because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a VTech authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.

13.Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting.

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

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS

SERVICE DEPT. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

E. If the product has been dropped

and the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK

Charging The Handset Battery Pack

The handset of your VT-1970ci is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in the base. You should charge the battery pack for 16 hours when you first receive your phone. You’ll know the battery pack needs charging when:

• The phone emits a warning tone when you press the PHONE key.

• The low battery message is displayed:

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

To Charge The Battery Pack

To charge the battery pack, place the handset in the base unit. The CHARGING indicator will light to show the handset is seated properly and the battery pack is charging. It is recommended that the battery pack be charged for at least 16 hours initially and 8 hours for maintenance charging. You can use your telephone before that with diminished capacity, but it is best to charge the battery pack fully. It will take several recharge cycles to maximize the charge capacity of your battery pack. The maximum battery life between charges is 7 hours of continuous talk time or 7 days of stand-by.

Alternatively, if you have purchased a spare battery pack and it has been charging in the base unit, simply exchange the drained handset battery pack with the fully charged replacement battery pack from the base charger. Place the drained handset battery pack into the base charger to recharge.

The base spare battery charger does NOT charge a battery pack as quickly as the handset battery charger. A full charge requires 24 hour when using the spare battery charger.

It's Impossible To Overcharge The Battery Pack

The battery pack can be recharged many times, but if you get a low-battery signal even after 16 hours of charging in the base cradle (or 24 hours in the base spare battery charger), the battery pack(s) should be replaced.

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

A Word About Rechargeable Batteries

Your Nicad battery pack recharges whenever the Handset is returned to the Base Unit cradle. You may return the Handset to its cradle whenever you're not using the phone.

However, to battery pack, do not return your

VT1970ci

cradle for recharging until the LOW BATTERY message is displayed.

maximize

Handset to the Base Unit

the life of your

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REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK

To ReplaceThe Handset Battery Pack

Follow the steps below:

1. Remove the battery case cover by pressing on the ridged lines and sliding downward.

PRESS and SLIDE DOWNWARD

5. If the new battery pack is not already charged, place the handset in the cradle of the base unit to allow it to charge for 16 hours.

REPLACE THE BATTERY COVER

2. Discard the old battery pack. Don’t put the old battery pack in a trash compactor or a fire - it could burst.

3. Place the new battery pack in its housing with the metal contacts facing down.

PLACE THE NEW BATTERY PACK INTO THE BATTER Y COMPAR TMENT

PLEASE NOTE THE CORRECT POSITION OF THE BATTERY PACK WHEN CHANGING BATTERY

4. Replace the battery case cover by sliding the cover upwards.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow the instructions

1. Use only VTECH rechargeable battery pack.

2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode.

IMPORTANT: Do not dispose of this battery into household garbage. For information on recycling or proper disposal, consult your local solid waste collection or disposal organization.

3. 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.

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REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK

4. Exercise care in handling batteries 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.

To purchase replacement battery packs, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-

7377.

SPARE BATTERY CHARGER

The VT1970ci has a built-in spare Battery Charger, which is located in the cradle of the Base Unit.

NOTE:

In order to benefit from this feature, you must obtain an optional Spare Battery from an authorized VTech dealer, or by contacting VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511 in U.S. and 1800-267-7277 in Canada.

Installation

Remove the Spare Battery charger cover by pressing the release tab and lifting up.

Place a battery pack in the Spare Battery charger. Make sure the metal charging contacts on the underside of the battery pack are aligned with the charging contacts in the Spare Battery charger.

Power Backup

When a Spare Battery pack is installed in the Base Unit, the VTech VT1970ci uses this battery pack to provide operational backup in case of a power failure. If you have a fully charged battery pack in the Spare Battery pack charger and there is a power outage, you will still be able to place and receive calls for up to five hours.

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Replacing a Drained Handset battery

The Spare battery pack can also be used to replace a drained Handset battery pack to ensure uninterrupted use. Be sure to put the drained battery pack in the Spare Battery charger for recharging.

Please note that the Spare Battery compartment charges at a slower rate than a battery pack charging in the Handset. It takes 24 hours to fully charge a battery pack in the Spare Battery charger.

GETTING STARTED

Setting Up Your VTech VT1970ci

Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack.

AC Power Adapter

Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connecter to the back of the base unit.

TELEPHONE WALL JACK

AC OUTLET

TEL. LINE9V DC

CAUTION: Use only CLASS 2 9V DC POWER SUPPLY included with your phone.

Handset Ringer

The handset ringer is programmed ON as the factory default setting. Refer to PROGRAMMING THE RINGER for more information.

PULSE TONE

TONE PULSE SELECTION

Charge the handset battery pack before use. The battery pack recharges automatically whenever the handset is in the base unit. The batteries must be charged for 16 hours before using your phone for the first time.

CHARGE THE HANDSET BATTERY PACK FOR 16 HOURS BEFORE USING

Setting the Tone/Pulse Switch

The TONE/PULSE switch is located on the bottom of the base unit and is factory set to TONE. If you have touch tone service, do not change the switch setting. If you have rotary (Pulse) service, set the switch to PULSE.

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Connect Telephone Line Cord

Plug one end of the telephone cord into a wall jack and the other end into the back of the Base Unit.

GETTING STARTED

Check for a dial tone. After the battery

pack is charged, rotate the Base Unit antenna to an upright position. Pick up the Handset and press PHONE "PHONE ON" will appear on the display, and you will hear a dial tone. If not, see ‘IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY'.

Fill in the telephone number card on the base unit.

FILL IN THE TELEPHONE NUMBER CARD

CAUTION:

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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WALL MOUNTING

The Wall Mount bracket is designed to fit on standard Wall Mounting plates.

1. Choose a spot near an electrical outlet and a telephone jack.

Your phone requires a modular telephone jack and a standard electrical outlet (120v AC). The power cord is six feet long; make sure there is an electrical outlet within reach of the base. The outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch. If the switch is ever turned off, the phone will not operate.

2. Position the wall mounting bracket on the base.

Line up the tabs on the wall mounting bracket with the holes on the bottom of the base (Figure 1). Snap the wall mounting bracket firmly in place.

3. Mount the base on the wall.

Position the base so the mounting studs will fit into the holes on the bottom of the base. Position the power cord to extend down the wall the phone is to be mounted on. Slide the base down on the mounting studs until it locks into place.

4. Connect the telephone line cord.

The telephone line cord has a snap-in plug at each end. Insert one of the plugs into the jack on the back of the base. Insert the other end of the plug into the wall jack.

located on the back of the Base Unit . (Figure 2)

Figure 1

Figure 2

PULSE TONE

5. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet and the DC connecter into the power jack

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EXAMPLES OF THE HANDSET DISPLAY

Handset Display Messages

PHONE ON is displayed when the phone is in use.

After pressing a volume key, this displays the current volume setting.

This display warns of a low battery condition. The handset typically operates for at least 5 minutes after the low battery indication first appears.

This message is displayed when the handset microphone has been muted.

This message is displayed when the handset ringer has been programmed off.

This display warns that the handset has lost communication with the base unit and is attempting to reestablish a link by scanning all channels.

This display confirms that a communicaton link has been established with the base.

This message is displayed when the Base Unit pages the handset.

This message is displayed when the handset is on hold.

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This message is displayed while in OFF mode, if another phone is currently using the same line.

THE HANDSET LAYOUT

ANTENNA

VOLUME UP & DOWN BATTERY COMPARTMENT DISPLAY

FLASH

PHONE

MEM

PROG

ghi

pqrs

tone

PAUSE

HOLD

abc

jkl

tuv

oper

CID REDIAL

CLR/DEL

OFF

def

mno

wxyz

MUTE

HOLD OFF KEY PHONE KEY

DIALING KEYS (0-9) TONE (Temporary Tone)

REDIAL CALLER ID (CID)

MUTE CLEAR/DELETE (CLR/DEL)

PROGRAM (PROG) MEMORY (MEM)

CHARGING CONTACTS

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THE BASE UNIT LAYOUT

PULSE TONE

AC POWER JACK PHONE CORD JACK

TONE/PULSE SWITCH

TEL. LINE11V DC

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MEMORY DIALING CARD ANTENNA

POWER INDICATOR HS IN-USE INDICATOR

CHARGING INDICATOR SPARE BATT INDICATOR

MENU KEY SELECT KEY TIME/SET KEY

ON/OFF KEY ERASE KEY MEMO KEY

VOLUME UP KEY PAGE KEY VOLUME DOWN KEY

SKIP/QUICK KEY PLAY/STOP KEY

REPEAT KEY CHARGING CONTACTS

BASE UNIT FEATURES-ANSWERING DEVICE

ANSWER ON/OFF Key Turns the answering device ON and OFF.

MEMO Key

For recording outgoing messages and memos.

ERASE Key

For erasing individual or all previously heard messages.

REPEAT Key

To return to the beginning of a message during playback.

PLAY/STOP Key

To begin and stop message playback; to exit programming mode; to stop outgoing message recording/playback.

SKIP/QUICK Key

To skip to the next message during playback; hold this key down to speed up message playback.

VOLUME UP/DOWN Keys

To increase or decrease Base Unit speaker playback volume.

To increase, decrease or turn off Base Unit Call-Screening Volume.

MENU, SELECT, TIME/SET Keys

Use these keys for answering device set-up; once the clock is set, press TIME/SET for the current day and time.

BASE UNIT MESSAGE WINDOW (LED)

Provides various helpful data about your answering device.

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MENU SELECT TIME/SET

ON/OFF ERASE MEMO

VOLUME UP PAGE VOLUME DOWN

SKIP/QUICK PLAY/STOP

REPEAT

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Set-Up

• Plug AC adapter into a standard electrical outlet and Base Unit.

• Set TONE/PULSE switch to PULSE or TONE. The unit is factory set to TONE.

• Let the handset battery pack charge for 16 hours before first use.

• Connect telephone line cord to base unit and telephone jack.

Making Calls

• Press the PHONE key. When "PHONE ON" is displayed and you hear a dial tone, dial the number.

• Enter the number to be dialed on the display and then press the

PHONE key.

Answering Calls

• To answer a call, press any key other than OFF , MUTE , or the Volume Keys. The handset will NOT auto-answer when lifted off the base cradle.

Hanging Up

• Press OFF or place the handset in the cradle to hang up a call.

To Place A Call On HOLD

• Press HOLD on the handset to place an active call on hold. Press

HOLD again to return to the call.

To MUTE A Call

• Press MUTE to disable the handset microphone.

• Press MUTE again to return to normal two way conversation.

TO PAGE The Handset

• To page from the base, press

PAGE .

• To cancel the page either press PAGE again on the base or press OFF on the handset.

Storing Memory (speed) dial Numbers:

• The phone should be OFF.

• Enter the number you wish to store on the display, up to a maximum of 20 digits.

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

HOLD

abc

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

STORING

OFF

THE PHONE SHOULD BE

OFF

def

ENTER PHONE NUMBER

mno

PRESS

wxyz

YOU WILL SEE

MUTE

ENTER MEMORY LOCATION (01-20)

PROG

• Press PROG . The handset will display "PROGRAM LOCATION "

• Enter a two digit memory location (01 .. 20). The unit will store the number, emit a happy tone to confirm successful programming and exit program mode.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Memory dialing (speed Dialing):

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

HOLD

abc

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

OFF

def

mno

wxyz

MUTE

MEMORY DIALING

PHONE

PRESS

MEM

PRESS YOU WILL SEE

ENTER MEMORY LOCATION (01-20)

• Press the PHONE key.

• Press MEM .

• Enter the memory location of the phone number you wish to dial (01...20). The number displayed will be dialed.

Caller ID (CID)

• To view information stored in CID memory, press CID on the handset.

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

MEM

PROG

tone

ghi

pqrs

HOLD

abc

jkl

tuv

oper

CID REDIAL

CLR/DEL

OFF

def

mno

wxyz

MUTE

CALLER ID (CID)

CID

PRESS YOU WILL SEE

• To view the time and date of the call press and hold the 7 key. The time and date will be shown along with the phone number.

• To view other calls, scroll backwards and forwards by using the ( ) and ( ) keys.

• T o view additional name characters not shown on the display, press and hold the dd(9) key

• To exit press OFF .

Using REDIAL

• Press the PHONE key, then REDIAL to automatically redial

the last number you dialed.

• Press REDIAL so that the number is shown on the display and then press the PHONE key.

HOLD

• Press HOLD to put a call on hold.

• To return to the call, press HOLD again

• The display will show the most recent call received.

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BASIC OPERATION

Making Calls

You can make calls directly from the handset whether you are at the base or away from it.

NOTE: There are two different ways to dial a number:

1. Press the PHONE key and wait for dial tone. Then dial the number you want.

2. Enter the number, then press the PHONE key. This will dial the number that is displayed on the handset after 2 seconds. See ADVANCED DIALING.

If you make a mistake when dialing, press OFF to hang up, then press the PHONE key to get the dial tone again.

Disconnecting

To end a call, either place the handset back in the base, or press OFF on the handset.

Answering Calls

When the Handset rings, press any key other than OFF , MUTE or the VOLUME keys to answer your call.

Volume Controls

The volume controls for the handset are located on the side of the unit. Press the (up) or (down) keys to increase or decrease the volume. Holding either key down will continuously change the volume setting. The earpiece volume level indicator on the dispaly will change accordingly. There are four volume levels.

FLASH

You can use your VTech VT1970ci cordless phone with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the PHONE key to FLASH the line.

REDIAL

To REDIAL the last number you dialed, press the PHONE key, then press REDIAL . The phone will automatically dial the number. The number will be shown on the display.

Clearing The Display

The display can be cleared by pressing and holding the CLR/DEL key down until the display clears.

MUTE

• Press MUTE during a conversation to disable the handset microphone.

• Press MUTE again to return to normal operation.

Ringer MUTE

• Press MUTE while phone is

ringing to disable the ringer for the duration of the call.

HOLD

• Press HOLD to place an active call on hold.

• The Handset will display CALL ON HOLD.

• Press HOLD again to return to the call.

PAGE Handset Locator

• To page from the Base Unit, press PAGE .

• The Handset will display BASE PAGING HANDSET.

• To cancel the page, either press PAGE again on the Base Unit, or press OFF on the Handset.

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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

Call Waiting

CALL WAITING is a subscription service, available from most local telephone service providers. Contact your provider for details. While you are on a call, you will hear an alert signal, warning that a second caller is trying to reach you.

If you subscribe to this service linked with CALLER ID (CID), the name and/ or phone number of the second caller can be displayed on the Handset immediately after hearing the CALL WAITING alert. For more details, see

CALLER ID (CID).

Switching calls using FLASH

• To switch over to the new call, press the PHONE key; the first call is put on hold.

• To switch back to the first call, press the PHONE key again.

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

HOLD

abc

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

SWITCHING CALLS

OFF

def

TO SWITCH OVER TO THE NEW CALL

mno

PRESS

wxyz

TO SWITCH BACK TO THE FIRST CALL PRESS AGAIN

MUTE

PHONE

First, dial the call normally. Then activate the Temporary Tone feature by pressing TONE (the key). You can then press the numbers or symbols

you need, and your phone will send the proper signals.

To end the call, press OFF or place the handset back in the base. The phone will automatically go back to rotary (PULSE) service.

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

HOLD

abc

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

TEMPORARY TONE

OFF

def

DIAL YOUR

NUMBER

mno

PRESS

wxyz

PRESS THE NUMBERS

OR SYMBOLS PRESS

MUTE

tone

OFF

Programming Ringer

The handset ringer is capable of four different types of ringer tones. The following sections detail how to select different ringer types and how to turn off the handset ringer.

Temporary Tone

If you have rotary (PULSE) telephone service (TONE/PULSE switch is set to PULSE), this feature allows you to temporarily switch to TONE dialing for such purposes as remote access to answering machines, bank-by-phone services, use of calling cards and other special services.

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FLASH

PAUSE

abc

def

jkl

mno

pqrs

wxyz

oper

tone

MEM

HOLD

OFF

CID REDIAL

PROG

CLR/DEL

MUTE

ghi

tuv

PHONE

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

Changing Ringer Types

To program, the handset must be OFF. To select a different ringer type do the

following:

CHANGING RINGER TYPES

PROG

PRESS

def

PRESS

OFF

abc

ghi

Press : PROG Press : # Press : 1 for ringer type 1

2 for ringer type 2 3 for ringer type 3 4 for ringer type 4

The handset LCD will show the ringer type selected, for example

a Visual Message Waiting Indication generated by many phone service providers. If you subscribe to Voicemail service from your local telephone company, and Visual Message Waiting Indication is provided, the VT 1970ci will display the following data to alert you to new, unplayed messages:

Once you have reviewed your new messages, the MSG.WAITING indication will be cleared from the display.

You can temporarily clear the Message Waiting screen. With the Handset in the OFF mode.

Press and Hold CLR/DEL until the LCD DISPLAYS:

Press PROG or OFF to exit.

Message Waiting

NOTE:

This feature is not related to the function of the VT1970ci answering

device.. Refer to the SETTING UP YOUR VT1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE and OPERATING YOUR VT1970ci ANSWERING DEVICE sec-

tions for more information. Your VT1970ci is capable of detecting

Press CLR/DEL to confirm your decision. Pressing any key other than CLR/DEL

will cancel the operation. The MSG. WAITING alert may reappear,

as long as unplayed messages remain in your Voicemail box.

NOTE:

Message Waiting works in conjunction with Voicemail service from many local phone companies. This is an optional service. You are not required to subscribe to it.

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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

Turning Off The Ringer

To turn off the ringer do the following:

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

HOLD

abc

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

OFF

def

mno

wxyz

MUTE

TURNING OFF THE RINGER

PROG

PRESS

oper

OFF

Checking The Ringer Type

To test the present ringer type, do the following:

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

HOLD

abc

ghi

jkl

tuv

pqrs

tone

oper

CID REDIAL

MEM

CLR/DEL

PROG

CHECKING THE RINGER

OFF

PRESS

def

mno

PRESS

wxyz

PRESS

MUTE

PROG

OFF

Clear/Delete (CLR/DEL) Key

The CLEAR and DELETE functions can be accessed separately depending on how long the key is held down. For example, to clear the last digit entered on the display, press the CLR/DEL key for less than 1 second. Press and hold the CLR/DEL key for more than 1 second to completely clear the display.

The delete function is also used to delete Caller ID (CID) records, memory dial records, and Message Waiting indication. See DELETING STORED

NUMBERS, DELETING NUMBERS and MESSAGE WAITING.

Advanced Dialing

There are two different ways to dial a number:

1. Press the PHONE key and wait for a dial tone. Then dial the number you want either manually, using MEMORY (MEM) dialing, Caller ID (CID) dialing or REDIAL.

2. Enter the number you wish to dial on the display first. Then press the PHONE key. This will dial the number which is displayed after 2 seconds.

Press PROG or OFF to exit.

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NOTE:

The phone will dial any number which is shown on the display. If you do not want to dial the number shown on the display, it can be changed by:

• Press and hold CLR/DEL until the display is cleared, then dial normally.

• Press OFF and start over.

MEMORY DIALING

Storing Memory (Speed) Dial numbers

To program a speed dial location, do the following:

• With the phone OFF, enter the telephone number you wish to store (20 Digits Maximum).

• Enter program mode by pressing PROG . The display will show the following:

• Enter the memory location (01..20) you wish to store the number in. As soon as the second memory location digit is entered, the unit will emit a warbled tone (a short series of beeps) to confirm successful programming and exit program mode.

FLASH

PAUSE

PHONE

MEM

PROG

ghi

pqrs

tone

HOLD

abc

jkl

tuv

oper

CID REDIAL

CLR/DEL

OFF

STORING SPEED DIAL

def

NUMBERS

mno

DIAL YOUR PHONE NUMBER

wxyz

PRESS

PRESS LOCATION (01-20)

MUTE

PROG

Unsuccessful programming can result from not correctly completing the programming sequence. If this message appears, simply repeat the programming sequence.

Dialing From Memory

• Press PHONE to get a line.

• Press MEM ; you're prompted to enter a speed dial location number:

• Enter a 2 digit location number (01-20).

• The number stored in that location will be displayed and immediately dialed.

• Beginning from the OFF mode, press MEM followed by a 2 digit location number (01..20).

• Press MEM again to exit memory dial mode and leave the number on the display.

If programming is unsuccessful the unit will display:

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MEMORY DIALING

• Note that if digits were on the display prior to entering memory dial mode, the contents of the speed dial memory will be appended to those digits. For example, if 1503 was on the display and the contents of the memory location is 6438981, then the display would show the following upon exiting memory dial mode:

• Press PHONE , the number on the display will be dialed after a 2 second pause.

NOTE:

The ability to temporarily add memory contents to digits already entered on the display operates in the same way for Caller ID (CID) and speed dial memories.

In this way, long distance and area codes (for example, 1503) can be entered on the display and can preface numbers recalled from Caller ID (CID) memory before dialing. This is important because only the last 7 digits of any number are displayed when dialing from Caller ID (CID) memory.

Changing Stored Numbers

To change or replace a stored number simply enter the new number on the display and store it in the memory location you wish to change.

• Enter memory location number (01..20).

• Press CLR/DEL key. The display will change to "LOCATION XX

DELETED".

• Press OFF to exit.

NOTE:

Stored numbers are retained in memory even if the base loses its power or the handset battery is removed.

Storing Special Codes

To insert a pause in a phone number, press HOLD at the appropriate point when entering the number. This inserts a 2 second pause. A " P " appears in the display to show the pause. For longer pauses, press HOLD two or more times. Each press makes the pause 2 seconds longer and is treated as a stored digit.

If your phone is connected to a PBX, you can store the PBX access number and a pause before the phone number. For example, to store 9-PAUSE-555-1234 in memory location 08, do the following:

1. Press 9

2. Press HOLD

3. Dial 5551234

4. Press PROG

5. Enter 08

Deleting Stored Numbers

• Press MEM . The display will change to "SPEED DIAL LOCATION_ _".

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CALLER ID (CID)

Caller ID (CID)

Your VTechVT1970ci cordless phone is capable of displaying the name and/ or phone number of the person calling, before you answer the phone. Subscription to Caller ID service through your local phone company is required to utilize this feature.

If you subscribe to alphanumeric (name and number) Caller ID service, the calling party's name and phone number (when available) will be displayed on the handset screen while the phone is ringing.

If you subscribe to numeric (number only) Caller ID service, the calling party's phone number (when available) will be displayed on the handset screen while the phone is ringing.

Call Waiting Caller ID (Type ll CID)

Your VTech VT1970ci cordless phone is also capable of displaying Caller ID information in connection with a Call Waiting signal. If you are on a call, and receive a Call Waiting alert signal, the LCD will display the name and/or number (when available) of the party trying to reach you. As above, subscription to Call Waiting ID service through your local phone company is required in order to utilize this feature.

NOTE:

You must be in an area where Caller ID (CID) service is available and you must subscribe to it to use this feature.

If you do not subscribe to the Caller ID (CID) service, the phone will still operate normally except that the Caller ID (CID) information is not will not be received or displayed.

Receiving and Storing Calls

This unit receives and displays all Caller ID (CID) information, the caller’s telephone number, the caller's name and the exact date and time of the call.

The phone sequentially numbers these call records and retains them in the unit’s memory for later review. These call record numbers are displayed as the first two digits in the display. The unit can store up to 50 numbers in its memory.

Once the Caller ID (CID) memory is full, any new call forces a deletion of the oldest call record.

Dialing From CID Memory NOTE:

Only the last 7 digits of any number are displayed when dialing from Caller ID (CID) memory.

A Word About Caller ID - CID

Due to regional incompatibilities, Caller ID information may not be available for every call you receive. In addition, the calling party may intentionally block their name and phone number from being sent.

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For example, when you press and hold the 7 key to view the phone number, you would see the following:

CALLER ID (CID)

However, when you dial directly from Caller ID (CID) memory, only the last 7 digits of the received telephone number will be used. Consequently, you would actually dial this:

The VTech VT1970ci was designed to accommodate this situation. If you need to temporarily add a long dlstance prefix and /or area code (such as 1503) before the Caller ID (CID) number, do the following:

• Beginning from the standby mode, key in the necessary digits. Your display will look like this:

• Then, to temporarily add the last 7 digits only from a Caller ID (CID) memory, press CID .

• Using the ( ) and (#) keys, scroll through the received calls to locate the number you wish to dial.

Special Message Indicators Out of Area Calls

If for any reason the telephone number of the caller is unavailable, or if the caller is outside the Caller ID (CID) service area, the message UNAVAILABLE is displayed.

“Private” Calls

If the caller has exercised the option to block his or her number from being sent, then the display will show

PRIVATE.

Transmission Error

If an error is detected, the Caller ID (CID) information is incomplete and will not be displayed. “TRANSMISSION ERROR” will be displayed.

• Once you have located the number you wish to dial, simply press PHONE . The last seven digits will be added to the numbers already in the display, and the whole number shown below will be automatically dialed.

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The occasional appearance of “TRANSMISSION ERROR” on your display does not indicate a problem with your unit or your telephone line. However, if this appears frequently, you may want to notify your telephone company.

CALLER ID (CID)

Deleting Numbers

Pressing the CLR/DEL Key deletes the CID number displayed.

• While the phone is in Caller ID (CID) mode, press the CLR/DEL key once to delete the current call and the display will show:

• The older Caller ID (CID) records will be moved forward by one location .

• Press and hold the CLR/DEL key for more than 2 seconds to delete the entire contents of Caller ID (CID) memory. The display will show the following, for a final confirmation, before the entire Caller ID (CID) memory is erased:

• Pressing any key other than CLR/DEL will cancel the operation. Pressing CLR/DEL will confirm the operation and the display will then show:

• The message will remain on the display for 2 seconds.

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SETTING UP YOUR VT 1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE

• Your VT1970ci can answer incoming calls in 2 different ways:

• Normal Answering Mode. After your personal greeting (or the factory preset greeting, if you choose), the VT1970ci will record your caller’s message. For example:

“You have reached 555-1234. We are unable to answer your call at this time. Please leave a message after the tone.”

• If you prefer to use the factory preset greeting, the caller will hear: "Hello, I'm unable to answer your call right now. Please leave your name, number and a message after the tone."

• Announce-Only Mode. After your personal greeting (or the factory preset greeting, if you choose), the VT1970ci will hang up. For example:

“Sorry, we cannot take your call. Please call back tomorrow between 9am and 5pm”.

• If you prefer to use the factory preset greeting, the caller will hear:

• Upon power-up, the Base Unit Message Window will alternate between CL (indicating that the Day and Time must be set) and a digit representing the number of recorded messages yet to be played.

Answering Device Programming

NOTE:

During programming, the Base Unit Message Window displays “- -”.You may press PLAY/STOP to exit programming mode at any time.The VT1970ci will automatically exit programming mode after approximately 20 seconds of inactivity.

• The MENU key guides you through the 7 programming functions:

1.Set Outgoing Message

2.Set Security Code

3.Set Day and Time

4.Set Audible Message Alert

5.Set Announce Only

6.Set Base Ringer

7.Set Number of Rings

"Hello, I'm unable to answer your call right now. Please call again. Thank you."

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SETTING UP YOUR VT 1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE

Set Announce Only

• Press the MENU key 5 times until you hear:

“SET ANNOUNCE

ONLY”

• Now press SELECT . The voice prompt will say either OFF or ON. Repeated presses of SELECT will alternate between ON and OFF. The Base Unit will display either ON or OF (off) to reflect your choice.

• Choose OFF if you want your

1970ci

to record your callers’

messages (Normal Answering Mode).

• Choose ON if you only want your callers to hear your greeting without allowing them to leave you a message (Announce-Only Mode).

• Once you’ve selected OFF (or ON), press TIME/SET to confirm your selection. The voice prompt will say: “ANNOUNCE ONLY IS OFF (or ON)”.

MENU SELECT

TIME/SET

Set Outgoing Message

• Press MENU until you hear “Set Outgoing Message”.

• Press MEMO . The voice prompt will say “Now Recording”, followed by a tone.

• Begin speaking after the tone, towards the front edge of the Base Unit. The Base Unit display becomes a timer as you record your outgoing message.

• Your outgoing message must be longer than 2 seconds.

MEMO

PLAY/STOP

NOTE:

Your outgoing message can be up to 90 seconds.

You can now program the other 6 functions.

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• When done, press PLAY/STOP . Your outgoing message will automatically be played back.

SETTING UP YOUR VT 1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE

• If you would like to re-record your outgoing message, simply repeat the above steps.

• If you would like to return to the factory-set outgoing message:

• Press MENU . The voice prompt will say “Set Outgoing Message”.

• Press PLAY/STOP . The outgoing message will begin playing.

• Press ERASE while your outgoing message is playing. The voice prompt will say “Outgoing Message has been erased”.

• Press MENU to go to the next programming function, or press PLAY/STOP to exit programming mode.

POWER

HS IN-USE

CHARGING

SPARE BATT

SELECT

TIME/ SET

ON/OFF

ERASE

MEMO

PAGE

VOL

ERASE

PLAY/STOP

• Press the MENU key until you hear “Set Security Code”.

• Press SELECT to hear the current security code. Every time you press SELECT , the code increases by 1. Holding SELECT increases the security code in increments of 10. The Base Unit will display the security code as you program it.

• Press TIME/SET to confirm your choice. The voice prompt will say:

• “Security Code is XX”.

• Press MENU to go to the next programming function, or press PLAY/STOP to exit programming mode.

MENU SELECT

TIME/SET

DIGITAL

900MHz

CORDLESS

Set Security Code

• When you call your VT1970ci from a remote location, a two-digit security code must be entered to gain access to functions such as message playback. The factory preset security code is 19. You can designate any two digit security code you wish, from 00 to 99.

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Set Day And Time

• When you first power-up your

1970ci

(or after the Base Unit experiences a temporary loss of power), the Message Window will flash CL, until the Day and Time is programmed.

• Press MENU until you hear “Set Day and Time”.

SETTING UP YOUR VT 1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE

• Press SELECT until you hear the correct day of the week.

• Press TIME/SET to confirm your selection. The voice prompt will announce the hour.

• Press SELECT until you hear the correct hour.

• Press TIME/SET to confirm your selection. The voice prompt will announce the minute.

• Press SELECT to adjust the minute setting. Holding SELECT increases the minute setting in increments of 10.

• Press TIME/SET to confirm. The voice prompt will repeat the current Day and Time, as programmed by you.

• Press MENU to advance to the next programming function, or press PLA Y/STOP to exit programming mode.

Set Audible Message Alert

• This feature provides a beep every 10 seconds at the Base Unit, alerting you to new, unplayed messages.

• Press MENU until you hear “Set Audible Message Alert”.

• Press SELECT . The voice prompt will say either ON or OFF.

• Select ON if you want your VT 1970ci to beep every 10 seconds to alert you to any new messages; select OFF if you don’t. The Base Unit will display ON or OF (off) as you make your selection.

• Press TIME/SET to confirm your selection. The voice prompt will say: “Audible Message is ON (or OFF)”.

• Press MENU to advance to the next programming function or press PLAY/STOP to exit programming mode.

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MENU SELECT

TIME/SET

MENU SELECT

TIME/SET

SETTING UP YOUR VT 1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE

Set Base Ringer

• Press MENU until you hear “Set Base Ringer”.

• Press SELECT to toggle between ON and OFF. The Base Unit will display ON or OF (off) as you make your selection.

• Press TIME/SET to confirm your choice. The voice prompt will say:

• “Base Ringer is ON (or OFF)”.

• Press MENU to advance to the next programming function, or press PLAY/STOP to exit programming mode.

NOTE:

The Base Ringer setting does not affect the Handset ringer.

Set Number of Rings

• Your VT1970ci can answer calls after 2 rings, 4 rings, 6 rings, or Toll Saver. In Toll Saver mode, your VT1970ci will answer calls after 2 rings only if there are new, unplayed messages in its memory. Otherwise, it will answer after 4 rings. This feature helps you avoid long distance charges when checking for messages from a remote location. Therefore, using Toll Saver, if you call your VT 1970ci, and it doesn’t pick up by the third ring, hang up. There aren’t any new messages for you at this time.

To Set the Number of Rings:

• Press MENU until you hear “Set Number of Rings”.

• Press SELECT until you hear the desired setting ( 2, 4, 6, Toll Saver).

• Press TIME/SET to confirm your choice. The voice prompt will say: “Number of Rings Selected is ____”.

• Press MENU to advance to the next programming function, or press PLAY/STOP to exit programming mode.

POWER

HS IN-USE

CHARGING

SPARE BATT

ERASE

PAGE

DIGITAL

CORDLESS

SELECT

TIME/ SET

ON/OFF

MEMO

VOL

900MHz

MENU SELECT

TIME/SET

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OPERATING YOUR VT 1970ci ANSWERING DEVICE

ON/OFF Key

This key turns the answering device ON and OFF.

• As you press this key, the voice prompt will confirm your choice: “Answering Machine ON (or OFF)”

• The ON/OFF indicator glows when the answering device is set to ON. It is recommended that you leave your VT1970ci answering device in the ON mode, unless you do not want it to answer incoming calls.

• This key has no effect on the cordless phone portion of your VT

1970ci

• If the answering device is OFF, it can be turned on remotely by calling in and allowing the line to ring approximately 10 times. See

REMOTE OPERATION OF THE VT1970ci

MENU SELECT

TIME/SET

MEMO Key

• This key is used to:

• Record your outgoing message. See SETTING UP YOUR

1970ci

DIGIT AL ANSWERING DE-

VICE - Set Outgoing Message.

• Record a MEMO at the Base Unit.

To record a MEMO:

• Press MEMO . The voice prompt will say “Now Recording,” followed by a beep.

• Begin speaking. Your MEMO can be up to 4 minutes.

• Press PLAY/STOP when finished.

• A memo must be longer than 2 seconds.

MEMO

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PLAY/STOP

OPERATING YOUR VT 1970ci ANSWERING DEVICE

ERASE Key

• Press the ERASE key during playback of a message to delete that message.

• When the answering device is inactive, press and hold the ERASE key for more than 2 seconds to delete all old (previously heard) messages.

REPEAT Key

• Press this key during message playback to return to the beginning of the message.

PLAY/STOP Key

• Press this key to begin message playback. When pressed, the voice prompt will tell you the number of new and old messages stored in memory. If there are any new (unplayed) messages, the

1970ci

will play them and STOP.

You can then press PLAY/STOP again to review old messages.

• Press this key to STOP message playback.

SKIP/QUICK Key

• During message playback, press this key to advance to the next message.

• Hold this key down during message playback to increase playback speed.

VOLUME UP/DOWN Keys

• These keys control the loudness of the Base Unit speaker. At the lowest setting (1), you will not hear incoming messages. To screen calls as they come in, raise the volume level from the minimum setting (1). 7 is the loudest setting.

MENU, SELECT, TIME/SET Keys

• These keys are used for answering device setup. See “Setting Up YourVT1970ciDigital Answering Device”.

MENU SELECT TIME/SET

• Press this key to exit answering device programming mode.

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ERASE

REPEAT

PLAY/STOP

VOLUME UP VOLUME DOWN

SKIP/QUICK

REMOTE OPERATION OF THE VT 1970ci

BASE UNIT MESSAGE WINDOW (LED)

• The large Base Unit display provides useful data on the status of your

1970ci

The Base displays: What it means:

Flashing number You have that amount of new messages 0 You have no new messages

CL flashing The clock needs to be set A Answering device is in announce-only mode F flashing Memory is full 99 flashing Recording time has exceeded 99 seconds 1-7 Volume level, as you're setting it.

-- Answering device is answering a call or in

-- flashing Answering device is in programming mode

• From a remote location, you can access many of theVT1970ci answering device functions, such as listening to messages, recording a memo, or changing your outgoing message.

• T o access your VT1970ci remotely, you need to call from a different phone line, using a touch-tone phone.

answering device. Below are examples of the data:

remote mode

• (If the VT1970ci is OFF when you call, let the phone ring at least 10 times. The answering device will turn itself ON, and prompt you to enter your security code.)

• The factory-set security code is 19. To program a different code, see SETTING UP YOUR VT1970ci ANSWERING DEVICE - SET SECURITY CODE.

• Dial your phone number and wait for the VT1970ci to answer.

• While the VT1970ci is playing the outgoing message, press # , then enter your 2-digit security code.

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• Once the security has been entered, you will hear a beep, confirming that the VT1970ci has entered remote operation.

• You will then hear the voice prompt announce the number of new (unplayed) messages, followed by the playback of the new messages (if any).

REMOTE OPERATION OF THE VT 1970ci

• Approximately 10 seconds after new messages are played (or after the voice prompt says you have “NO new messages” ), you will hear the following menu:

“ Press #2 to play all the

messages” “Press #5 to stop” “Press #4 to repeat the message” “Press #6 to skip the message” “Press #9 to erase the message”

“Press #1 for other functions”

Upon pressing #1, you will hear the advanced menu:

“Press #7 to review outgoing

message”

“Press *7 to record outgoing

message” “Press *8 to record memo” “Press #4 twice to repeat

previous message” “Press #0 to turn the system ON

or OFF”

“Press #1 for other functions”

Pressing #1 at this point will return you to the first menu.

• NOTE: Press *0 to exit remote operation mode. In addition, the VT1970ci will exit remote operation mode if there is approximately 15 seconds of inactivity.

• “Press #5 to stop”

during review of messages to stop playback.

Press #5

• “Press #4 to repeat the message”

During message review, press #4 to return to the beginning of the message being played. Press #4 twice to return to the previous message.

• “Press #6 to skip the message”

During message review, press #6 to skip to the next message.

• “Press #9 to erase the message”

During message review, press #9 to erase the message being played.

• “Press #7 to review outgoing message "

outgoing message, press #7.

To listen to your

• “Press *7 to record outgoing message”

outgoing message ( replacing the previous outgoing message ), press *7. When your outgoing message is completed, hang up.

• “Press *8 to record memo”

record a memo, press *8. When done, hang up.

To record a new

Review Of Remote Commands

• “Press #2 to play all the messages”

announce how many new and old messages are in memory. If there are any new messages, the VT 1970ci will play the new messages only. Once all new messages are played, you can press #2 again to REPLAY all (old) messages.

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The system will

• “Press #0 to turn system on or off”

As you press #0, the voice prompt will toggle between “Answering Machine ON” and “Answering Machine OFF”.

ADDITIONAL OPERATING TIPS

Noise Or Interference

Your VTech VT1970ci cordless telephone has auto-channel scan circuitry which will detect excess noise and change the channel of the phone to reduce it. This is done automatically.

Out Of Range When Phone Is On

Since the VTech VT1970ci is a fully digital phone, it does not suffer from noise associated with regular cordless phones. At times you may experience occasional "drop outs", especially at the extreme edges of the phone's range. Simply move closer to the base unit and this will disappear.

Automatic Security Coding

Your VTech VT1970ci phone is factory set with 16.8 million possible security codes. This unique security code allows your handset and base to recognize each other, and minimizes the possibility of another cordless phone using your telephone line.

Out Of Range Indication

If the handset is moved to a point where the base and handset can no longer communicate, the handset will display CHANNEL SEARCHING, and scan all channels in an attempt to re-link with the base.

If you are presently engaged in a phone conversation move closer to the base. If the base unit does not communicate with the handset within 25 seconds of losing contact, it will automatically hang up.

Out Of Range When Phone Is Off

When the phone is OFF, the handset and base still monitor each other to make sure that they can communicate. If the handset is moved out of range, the handset will display "CHANNEL SEARCHING". The handset will scan all channels in an attempt to reestablish communication with the base. This process does not require user intervention; the handset will re-link with the base automatically once it is brought back within range. The unit will then be able to receive and place calls.

When the base unit is unplugged from the power supply, the handset will display "CHANNEL SEARCH- ING". Plug the base in again and this will stop.

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MAINTENANCE

Taking Care Of You Telephone

Your VTech VT1970ci cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care.

Avoid rough treatment

Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it.

Avoid water

Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit near a sink, bathtub or shower.

Electrical storms

Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.

For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.

Cleaning your telephone

Your telephone 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.

Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water. If your base unit 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.

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IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY

If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, call VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377.

THE PHONE DOESN'T WORK AT ALL.

• Make sure the Power Cord is pugged

• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall jack.

• Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If the 'LOW BATTERY' message is shown, the battery pack needs charging.

NO DIAL TONE.

• First check all the suggestions above.

• If you still don’t hear a dial tone, disconnect the base unit from the telephone jack and connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.

YOU GET NOISE, STATIC, OR A WEAK SIGNAL EVEN WHEN YOU'RE NEAR THE BASE UNIT.

• Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base unit can sometimes cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the base unit to another outlet.

YOU GET NOISE, STATIC, OR A WEAK SIGNAL WHEN YOU’RE AWAY FROM THE BASE UNIT.

• You may be out of range. Either move close to the base, or relocate the base unit.

• The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the base unit to another position.

THE HANDSET DOES NOT RING WHEN YOU RECEIVE A CALL.

• Make sure you have the handset ringer activated. To set the ringer, see "PROGRAMMING THE RINGER".

• Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the base unit and the telephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

• You may be too far from the base unit.

• You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.

YOU HEAR OTHER CALLS WHILE USING YOUR PHONE.

• Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company.

YOU HEAR NOISE IN THE HANDSET, AND NONE OF THE KEYS OR BUTTONS WORK.

Make sure the power cord is plugged in.

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IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY

COMMON CURE FOR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

Electronics, like people, can sometimes get confused. If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in the cradle. If it does not seem to respond after trying this a few times, do the following (in the order listed):

1. Disconnect the power to the base.

2. Disconnect the handset battery.

3. Wait a few minutes.

4. Connect power to the base.

5. Connect the handset battery.

6. Put the handset in the base.

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WARRANTY STATEMENT

WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER?

• Any defect in material or workmanship. FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE?

• To the original purchaser only - ONE YEAR. WHAT WILL VTECH DO?

• At our option, repair or replace your unit. HOW DO I SEND MY UNIT, IN OR OUT OF WARRANTY?

• Call VTECH Communications customer service for Return Authorization at:

1-800-595-9511

in Canada, call VTECH Electronics at:

1-800-267-7377.

• Properly pack your unit. lnclude any cables & accessories which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.

• Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other evidence of date of original purchase (if the unit was purchased within the lase twelve months).

• Print your name and address, along with a description of the defect, and include this in the package.

• Include payment for any service or repair not covered by warranty, as determined by VTECH Communications.

• Ship the unit via UPS Insured, or equivalent to:

VTECH COMMUNICATIONS

8770 SW NIMBUS AVENUE

BEAVERTON, OREGON 97008

in Canada, ship the unit via UPS Insured, or equivalent to:

VTECH ELECTRONICS

Suite 200- 7671 Alderbridge Way

Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9

VTECH Communications assumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorizatlon

WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY NOT COVER?

• Batteries

• Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, power surges, etc.)

• Products which may have been modified or incorporated into other products

• Products purchased and/or operated outside the USA, its territories, or Canada.

• Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expressly authorized by VTECH Communications

• Products purchased more than 12 months form current date

• Units purchased in "AS IS" condition, or units purchased as "Distressed Merchandise".

HOW DOES STATE LAW OR PROVINCE LAW RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY?

• This warranty gives you specific rights. You may also have other rights which

vary from state to state or from province to province.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FREQUENCY CONTROL

Crystal Controlled Dual PLL Synthesizer

TRANSMIT FREQUENCY

Handset : 925.05 MHz to 927.75 MHz

( All ten channels within this range)

Base : 902.3 MHz to 905.0 MHz

(All ten channels within this range)

RECEIVE FREQUENCY

Handset : 902.3 MHz to 905.0 MHz

( All ten channels within this range)

Base : 925.05 MHz to 927.75MHz

( All ten channels within this range)

NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE

Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.

WEIGHT

Handset : 250 grams Base : 415 grams

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Handset : Self-contained nickel-cad-

mium rechargeable battery supply, 3.6V nominal, 600mAh capacity.

Base: 11V DC @500mA

MEMORY

Speed Dial : 20 Memory locations,

20 digits per location.

Caller ID : Alphanumeric Display

50 Memory locations

SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL AND MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

SIZE

Handset : 19 x 6 x 3.5cm (L x W xT)

Maximum (Antenna excluded)

Base : 21.5 x 14.5 x 5cm (L x W

x T) Maximum (Antenna excluded)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................... 1

Page

Special Features ................................................................................................................................... 2

Parts Check List .................................................................................................................................... 3

FCC AND IC REGULATIONS ............................................................................................................. 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................. 7

REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK ................................................................................................... 9

GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................................................ 12

WALL MOUNTING ............................................................................................................................... 14

EXAMPLES OF THE HANDSET DISPLAY .......................................................................................... 15

THE HANDSET LAYOUT .................................................................................................................... 16

THE BASE UNIT LAYOUT ......................................................................................................... ......... 17

BASE UNIT FEATURES ANSWERING DEVICE ................................................................................ 18

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE .............................................................................................................. 19

BASIC OPERATION .............................................................................................................................. 21

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................... 22

Call Waiting .......................................................................................................................................... 22

Switching Calls Using Flash ................................................................................................................ 22

Temporary Tone .................................................................................................................................... 22

Programming Ringer ............................................................................................................................ 22

Changing Ringer Types ....................................................................................................................... 23

Message Waiting .................................................................................................................................. 23

Turning Off The Ringer ........................................................................................................................ 24

Checking The Ringer Type .................................................................................................................. 24

Clear/Delete (CLR/DEL) key ............................................................................................................... 24

Advanced Dialing .................................................................................................................................... 24

MEMORY DIALING ............................................................................................................... ................ 25

Storing Memory Speed Dial Numbers ................................................................................................. 25

Dialing From Memory ........................................................................................................................... 26

Changing Stored Numbers .................................................................................................................... 26

Deleting Stored Numbers ....................................................................................................................... 26

Storing Special Codes ............................................................................................................................ 26

CALLER ID (CID) ................................................................................................................................ 27

Receiving And Storing Calls ................................................................................................................ 27

Dialing From Caller ID (CID) Memory ................................................................................................ 27

Out Of Area Calls ................................................................................................................................ 28

"Private" Calls ....................................................................................................................................... 28

Transmission Error ............................................................................................................................... 28

Deleting Numbers ................................................................................................................................. 29

SETTING UP YOUR VT 1970ci DIGITAL ANSWERING DEVICE ................................................... 30

Answering Device Programming .......................................................................................................... 30

Set Announce Only .............................................................................................................................. 31

Set Outgoing Message ......................................................................................................................... 31

Set Security Code ................................................................................................................................. 32

Set Day and Time ................................................................................................................................ 32

Set Audible Message Alert ................................................................................................................... 33

Set Base Ringer ................................................................................................................................... 34

OPERATING YOUR VT 1970ci ANSWERING DEVICE ............................................................. 3 4

ON/OFF Key ........................................................................................................................................ 35

Memo Key ............................................................................................................................................ 35

Erase Key .............................................................................................................................................. 36

Repeat Key ............................................................................................................................................ 36

Play/Stop Key ....................................................................................................................................... 36

Skip/Quick Key ....................................................................................................................................... 36

Volume Up/Down Keys ........................................................................................................................ 36

Menu, Select, Time/Set Keys .................................................................................................................. 36

REMOTE OPERATION OF THE VT1970ci....................................................................................... 37

Base Unit Message Window (LED) ..................................................................................................... 37

Review Of Remote Commands .............................................................................................................. 38

ADDITIONAL OPERATING TIPS ......................................................................................................... 39

MAINTENACE ........................................................................................................................................ 40

IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY .................................................................................................................... 41

WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................ 43

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 44

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VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.

Is a trademark of VTECH COMMUNICATIONS LTD.., a member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES.

Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTECH Communications, 8770 SW Nimbus Avenue / Beaverton, Oregon, 97008. Distributed in Canada by VTECH Electronics Canada Ltd., Suite 200 - 7671 Alderbridge Way Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.

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