VTech Telecommunications 80 6909 00 Users manual

Part 1

Important product information

This symbol is to alert you to important
operating or servicing instructions that may
appear in this user’s manual. Always follow basic
safety precautions when using this product to
reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock.

Safety information

• Read and understand all instructions in the
user’s manual. Observe all markings on the
product.

• Avoid using this product during a
thunderstorm. There may be a slight

chance of electric shock from lightning.

• Do not use this product in the vicinity of
a gas leak. If you suspect a gas leak, report
it immediately, but use this product away from
the area where gas is leaking. If this product is a
cordless model, make sure the base is also away
from the area.

• Do not use this product near water, or

when you are wet. For example, do not use
it in a wet basement or shower, or next to
a swimming pool, bathtub, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub. Do not use liquids or aerosol
sprays for cleaning. If this product comes in
contact with any liquids, unplug any line or
power cord immediately. Do not plug the
product back in until it has dried thoroughly.

• Install this product in a protected location
where no one can trip over any line or power
cords. Protect cords from damage or abrasion.

• If this product does not operate normally,

read Troubleshooting on pages 8-9 of the
part 2 user's manual. If you cannot solve the

problem, or if the product is damaged, refer to
the Limited warranty section on page 8-12
of this user's manual. Do not open this
product except as may be directed in your
user’s manual. Opening the product or
reassembling it incorrectly may expose you to
hazardous voltages or other risks.

• If this product has a three-prong

(grounding) plug or a polarized plug
with one wide prong, it may not fit in
non-polarized outlets. Do not defeat the

purpose of these plugs. If they do not fit in
your outlet, the outlet should be replaced by
an electrician.

CAUTION: Use only the power adapter
provided with this product. To obtain a
replacement, visit our website at

www.telephones.att.com, or call
1 [phone]. In Canada, dial
1 [phone].

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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FCC, ACTA and IC information

If this equipment was approved for connection
to the telephone network prior to July 23,
2001, it complies with Part 68 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) rules. If
the equipment was approved after that date,
it complies with the Part 68 rules and with
the Technical Requirements for Connection of
Equipment to the Telephone Network adopted
by the Administrative Council for Terminal
Attachments (ACTA). We are required to provide
you with the following information.

1. Product identifier and REN information

The label on the back or bottom of this
equipment contains, among other things,
an identifier indicating product approval
and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN).
This information must be provided to your
telephone service provider upon request. For
equipment approved prior to July 23, 2001,
the product identifier is preceded by the
phrase “FCC Reg No.” and the REN is listed
separately. For equipment approved after that
date, the product identifier is preceded by
“US” and a colon (:), and the REN is encoded
in the product identifier without a decimal
point as the sixth and seventh characters
following the colon. For example, the product
identifier US:AAAEQ03T123XYZ would
indicate an REN of 0.3.

The REN is used to determine how many
devices you may connect to your telephone
line and still have them ring when you are
called. In most, but not all areas, the sum
of all RENS should be five (5.0) or less. You
may want to contact your telephone service
provider for more information.

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2. Connection and use with the nationwide
telephone network.

The plug and jack used to connect this
equipment to the premises wiring and
the telephone network must comply with
the applicable part 68 rules and technical
requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant
telephone cord and modular plug is provided
with this product. It is designed to be
connected to a compatible modular jack
that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should
normally be used for connecting to a single
line and an RJ14 jack for two lines, see
installation instructions in the user’s manual.
This equipment may not be used with coin
telephone lines or with party lines. If you
have specially wired alarm dialing equipment
connected to our telephone line, ensure
the connection of this equipment does not
disable your alarm equipment. If you have
questions about what will disable the alarm
equipment, consult your telephone service
provider or qualified installer.

3. Repair instructions

If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must
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.
For repair procedures, follow the instructions
outlined under the limited warranty.

4. Rights of the telephone company

If this equipment is causing harm to the
telephone network, the telephone service
provider may temporarily discontinue your
telephone service. The telephone service
provider is required to notify you before
interrupting service. If advance notice is not
practical, you will be notified as soon as
possible. You will be given the opportunity

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to correct the problem and the telephone
service provider is required to inform you of
your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Your telephone service provider may make
changes in its facilities, equipment, operation,
or procedures that could affect the proper
functioning of this product. The telephone
service provider is required to notify you if
such changes are planned.

5. Hearing aid compatibility

If this product is equipped with a corded or
cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.

6. Programming/testing of emergency
numbers

If this product has memory dialing locations,
you may choose to store police, fire
department and emergency medical service
telephone numbers in these locations. If you
do, please keep three things in mind:
a. We recommend that you also write
the telephone number on the directory
card (if applicable), so that you can still
dial the emergency number manually if the
memory dialing feature doesn’t work.
b. This feature is provided only as a
convenience, and the manufacturer
assumes no responsibility for customer
reliance upon the memory feature.
c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers
you have stored is not recommended.
However, if you do make a call to an
emergency number:

• You must remain on the line and briefly
explain the reason for the call before
hanging up.

• Programming/testing of emergency
numbers should be performed during
off-peak hours, such as in the early
morning or late evening, when the
emergency services tend to be less
busy.

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Part 15 of FCC rules

Some telephone equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio-frequency energy and,
if not installed and used properly, may cause
interference to radio and television reception.
This product has been tested and found to
meet the standards for a class B digital device,
as specified in part 15 of the FCC rules.

These specifications area designed to provide
reasonable protection against such interference
in a residential installation. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in
a particular installation.

If this product causes interference to radio,
VCR or television reception when it is in use,
you might correct the interference with any
one or all of these measures:

• Where it can be done safely, re-orient the
receiving radio, VCR or television antenna.

• To the extent possible, relocate the radio,
VCR, television or other receiver with
respect to the telephone equipment.

• If this telephone product runs on AC power,
plug your product into an AC outlet that’s
not on the same circuit as one used by
your radio, VCR or television.

• Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Modifications to this product, not expressly
approved by the manufacturer, could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

CAUTION: To maintain compliance with
the Federal Communication Commission’s
radio frequency exposure guideline, please
keep the repeater at least 20 cm (about 8
inches) from continuous human contact.

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Industry Canada

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

The term ‘’IC‘’ before the certification/
registration number only signifies that the
Industry Canada technical specifications were
met.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for
this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN is an
indication of the maximum number of devices
allowed to be connected to a telephone
interface. The termination on an interface may
consist of any combination of devices subject
only to the requirement that the sum of the
RENs of all the devices does not exceed five.

This product meets the applicable Industry
Canada technical specifications.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

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Limited warranty

The AT&T brand is used under license - any repair,
replacement or warranty service, and all questions
about this product should be directed to: In the
United States of America, call 1 [phone]
or visit www.telephones.att.com.
In Canada, call 1 [phone].

1. What does this limited warranty cover?

The manufacturer of this AT&T-branded
product warrants to the holder of a valid
proof of purchase (“CONSUMER” or “you”)
that the product and all accessories
provided in the sales package (“PRODUCT”)
are free from defects in material and
workmanship, pursuant to the following
terms and conditions, when installed and
used normally and in accordance with the
PRODUCT operating instructions. This
limited warranty extends only to the
CONSUMER for products purchased and used
in the United States of America and Canada.

2. What will be done if the PRODUCT
is not free from defects in materials
and workmanship during the limited
warranty period (“materially defective
PRODUCT”)?

During the limited warranty period, the
manufacturer’s authorized service
representative will repair or replace at the
manufacturer’s option, without charge,
a materially defective PRODUCT. If
the manufacturer repairs the PRODUCT,
they may use new or refurbished
replacement parts. If the manufacturer
chooses to replace the PRODUCT, they
may replace it with a new or refurbished
PRODUCT of the same or similar design. The
manufacturer will retain the defective parts,
modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement

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