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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.
INTRODUCTION
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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• 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 - 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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
• 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.
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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
INTRODUCTION
To purchase replacement battery
packs, call VTECH Communications
at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call
VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-
7377.
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
AC POWER ADAPTOR
HANDSET
BATTERY PACK
BASE UNIT
WALL MOUNTING
BRACKET
BELT CLIP
FLASH
PAUSE
2
3
6
7
9
#
abc
def
jkl
mno
pqrs
wxyz
oper
0
tone
MEM
*
5
1
4
8
HOLD
OFF
PHONE
CID REDIAL
PROG
CLR/DEL
MUTE
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POWER
HS IN-USE
CHARGING
SPARE BATT
ERASE
ON/OFF
MEMO
VOL
PAGE
MENU
SELECT
VT 1970ci
900MHz
DIGITAL
CORDLESS
TIME/
SET
MEMORY
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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:
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.
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:
- 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.
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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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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.
FCC and IC Regulations
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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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
E. If the product has been dropped
and the cabinet has been
damaged.
F. If the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance.
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.
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REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK
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.
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.
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
maximize
the life of your
battery pack, do not return your
VT1970ci
Handset to the Base Unit
cradle for recharging until the LOW
BATTERY message is displayed.
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PLEASE NOTE THE
CORRECT POSITION
OF THE BATTERY
PACK WHEN
CHANGING BATTERY
PLACE THE NEW
BATTERY PACK
INTO THE
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
REPLACE THE
BATTERY COVER
REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK
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.
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.
To ReplaceThe Handset Battery
Pack
Follow the steps below:
1. Remove the battery case cover by
pressing on the ridged lines and
sliding downward.
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.
PRESS and SLIDE
DOWNWARD
4. Replace the battery case cover by
sliding the cover upwards.
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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.
REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK
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.
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.
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PULSE
TONE
TONE PULSE
SELECTION
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.
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.
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.
TELEPHONE
WALL JACK
AC
OUTLET
TEL. LINE9V DC
CHARGE THE
HANDSET
BATTERY PACK
FOR 16 HOURS
BEFORE USING
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.
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.
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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'.
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.
FILL IN THE
TELEPHONE
NUMBER CARD
GETTING STARTED
Fill in the telephone number card on
the base unit.
.
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Figure 1
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.
5. Plug the AC adapter into an
electrical outlet and the DC
connecter into the power jack
Figure 2
PULSE
TONE
located on the back of the Base
Unit . (Figure 2)
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