VTech Telecommunications i 5871 User Guide
Important Safety Instructions
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed
to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or
swimming pool).
5. Do not place this product on an unstable surface such as a table, shelf or stand.
The product may fall, causing serious damage.
6. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the Base Unit and Handset are provided
for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be
blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This
product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. Nor should
this product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not
provided.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the packaging. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult
your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where
the cord may have anyone walking on it.
9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the Base or Handset
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in
a risk of fire or electric shock. Avoid spilling liquid of any kind on the product.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to
an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the Base or Handset
other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is
subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire
or electric shock.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service
facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires
extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the Base and/or Handset has been damaged.
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Important Safety Instructions
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is
a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
15. Only put the Handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode.
WARNING: T o insure your safety fr om possible electric shock, only use the enc losed
VTech Audio Patch Cable to record custom ring tones. Do NOT leave the Audio
Patch Cable attached to the Handset while charging in its cradle.
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Introduction
Your i 5871 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz frequency range. Your i 5871 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 8
Handsets. Using additional Handsets, up to 2 people can be conferenced on a call (2
Handsets), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call, while two other extensions
can be talking internally, using the Intercom feature.
This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5871 cordless telephone. We
strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.
To order additional system Handsets (model number i 5808), battery cells or headsets, call
VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377.
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Parts Check List
1. Base Unit
2. Handset
3. Telephone Line Cord
4. Belt Clip
5. User’s Manual
6. Quick Start Guide
To purchase replacement battery cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunication Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
Note: Use only VTech batteries (part number 80-5461-00-00) or equivalent AA NiMH rechargeable batteries.
Base Unit
7. Battery Pack
8. USB Cable
9. Audio Patch Cable
10. Image Editor Software (CD-ROM)
11. Base AC Power Adapter
Handset
Base AC Power Adapter
Telephone Line Cord
User’s Manual
Image Editor Software
Battery Pack
(CD-ROM)
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Belt Clip
USB Cable Audio Patch Cable
Quick Start Guide
The Handset Layout
1. Earpiece
2. Headset Jack and Audio
Patch Cable Jack (2.5mm)
3. Soft/Select Key
4. On/Flash Key
5. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)
6. Speakerphone Key
7. LCD Display
8. Navigation Key
9. Volume Keys
10. Off/Cancel Key
11. Microphone
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The Base Unit Layout
1. Volume Keys
2. Charging LED
3. Repeat/Slow
4. Skip/Quick
5. Delete
6. Record
7. Change
8. Antenna
9. Time/Set
10. Menu
11. Mailbox Keys (Play/Stop)
12. In Use LED
13. Page
14. On/Off
15. Spare Battery Drawer
16. Spare Battery Release Button
17. Telephone Jack
18. DC Connector Jack
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Setup
Connecting Power to Base Unit
Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into the
bottom of the Base Unit.
Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset
1. Remove the battery cover and place the
new battery cells in the Handset with the
positive and negative poles aligned in the
battery compartment.
2. Replace the battery cover by sliding it
upwards.
3. If the new battery cells are not already
charged, place the Handset in its Charger
or Base Unit, and allow it to charge for at
least 12 hours. After initial charge, a
maintenance charge of 8 hours should
be sufficient.
Getting Started
The original Handset that is shipped with your i 5871 system will be
automatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1.
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Setup
As you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assigned extension numbers
in the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, etc.
Whenever charged Handset battery cells are installed, the Handset will automatically
begin Searching for Base... (if previously registered), or it will prompt you to Enter
Base ID to register the new Handset.
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Charging of the Handset Battery Cells
The Handset of your i 5871 cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable battery cells
which charge automatically whenever the Handset is in its Base Unit or charger.
Maximum talk time on fully charged cells is 8 hours, and maximum standby time is 5 days.
Y ou should char ge the battery cells for at least 12 hours when y ou fir st receive y our
phone. You’ll know the battery cells need charging when:
• The low battery message is displayed:
• The Handset seems completely dead, the LCD is completely clear and does not activate when you press the
keys.
IMPORTANT:
1. Do not dispose of battery cells in a fire, they may
explode.
2. Do not open or mutilate the battery cells. Toxic substances may be released,
causing harm to the eyes and/or skin.
3. Be careful when handling battery cells in order to prevent an accidental short of
the charge contacts, potentially causing the battery cells to overheat.
4. Do not dispose of the battery cells into household garbage.
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LOW BATTERY
12:30 PM
REDIAL
CID LOG
Connecting to Phone Line
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit. Plug
the other end of this cord into the wall jack.
Checking for Dial Tone
After the battery cells are charged press ON on the Handset. The phone icon will appear on the Handset display, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see In Case of
Difficulty .
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Setup
Tone/Pulse Selection
Your i 5871 is preset for tone dialing. See Settings for tone/pulse options and other
details.
CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.
IMPORT ANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:
1. Choose a central location for your Base Unit.
2. Install your Base Unit and Extension Handsets away from electronic equipment such as
personal computers, television sets and microwave ovens.
3. In locations where there are multiple cordless
telephones, separate base units as much as
possible.
4. Install your telephone equipment away from
heat sources and sunlight.
5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extreme
cold.
Getting Started
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Spare Battery Charger/Power Bac kup Feature
Power Guard Feature
The i 5871 uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide power backup in
the event of a power failure or outage. With fully charged battery cells in the spare battery
charger, you will be able to place and receive calls from the Handset only, for up to 2 1/2
hours during a power outage.
Getting Started
The spare battery cells can also be used to replace drained Handset battery cells, ensuring
uninterrupted use. The spare battery cells are optional and can be purchased separately.
NOTE: When using your i 5871 during Power Backup mode, audio quality may be
compromised due to reduced power availability.
Installation
1. Open the spare battery charger by pressing the release button, located on the right-
hand side of the Base Unit. A drawer will open to reveal the spare battery compartment.
2. Place the battery cells in the spare battery charger with the positive and negative
poles aligned in the battery compartment.
3. Push the drawer closed. The spare battery charger takes 24 hours to fully charge
drained battery cells.
To order battery cells, Headsets and additional Handsets (model i 5808),
call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call
1-800-267-7377.
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Installation/Registration of Accessory Handset
Expand your i 5871 system by adding accessory Handsets. Bring telephone
service to rooms where a phone jack isn’t available!
Your VTech i 5871 system can operate up to 8 Handsets. To order additional Handsets (model number i 5808), call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. In
Canada, call: 1-800-267-7377.
The i 5808 accessory Handset comes with the following:
Getting Started
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Installation of Accessory Handset
Setup of the i 5808 Accessory Handset
Getting Started
1. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet.
2. Place the new battery cells in the
Handset with the positive and
negative poles aligned in the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment
cover by sliding it upward.
4. Place the Handset in the Charger, and
allow it to charge for at least 12
hours. After the initial charge, a
maintenance charge of 8 hours
should be sufficient.
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Registration of Accessory Handset
Registration of Accessory Handset
Register
After charging, the screen will display:
• Enter the BASE ID Code located on the underside of the
Base Unit.
• Press OK to complete the registration process.
NOTE: If after charging the Handset displays “Searching for Base...”, press the NEW
softkey. “Enter Base ID” will now be displayed. Follow the above steps.
Wait approximately 15 - 60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the Base and
Handset. The newly registered Handset will now be assigned the lowest extension number
not previously assigned to a different system Handset (1- 8).
If you do not enter the correct digit sequence, you will see Invalid Base ID! and hear an
error tone. Press the left NavKey to backpace or press the right softkey to
erase a character, and carefully re-enter the Base ID Code.
NOTE: The 15-digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and characters, including 0
through 9, as well as *. Make sure you enter all 15 digits.
Congratulations! You can now enjoy the benefits of your VTech Multi-Handset system.
Enter Base ID
################
ok
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Handset and Base Indicators
Handset Icons
Icon
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Description
Line In Use Indicator
• On steady with one or more numbers next to it, indicating which exten-
sions are using the line. For example, 12 indicates that Handset 1 and
Handset 2 are on an outside call.
• Indicates when a parallel set is in use.
• Lit when the answering machine is answering an incoming call.
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8
H
M
Handset Number Indicator
• Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top left
corner after the Handset has found the Base.
Searching for Base Indicator
• Indicates that the Handset is searching for the Base.
Intercom Indicator
• On steady with the extension numbers currently on an intercom call. For
example, 12 indicates that the Handset 1 and Handset 2 are on intercom
call.
Hold Indicator
• On steady when a call is on hold.
Mute Indicator
• On steady when the Handset microphone is muted.
Ringer Off Indicator
• is displayed when the ringer is turned off.
Battery Indicator
• When the Handset is removed from the charger, this lets you know the
level of charge in the battery pack, from FULL( ) to EMPTY ( ).
• Cycles (Low, Medium, and Full) when Handset battery is charging.
• Flashes when a low battery condition is detected.
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Handset and Base Indicators
Handset LEDs
LED
SPEAKERPHONE
IN USE
Base LEDs
LED
1, 2, 3
On/Off
Charging
IN USE
Description
• LED is on when in speakerphone mode.
• Lights when in the handset off-hook mode.
• Flashes following by the ring cadence when incoming call.
Description
• Flashes to indicate that you have new messages in that mailbox.
• Glows steadily if there are only old messages in that mailbox.
• Lights when the Answering Machine is ON.
• On when the Handset is in its Base.
• Flashes five times when batteries are detected in the spare battery
drawer.
• Flashes quickly when Alkaline batteries are detected in the spare
battery drawer.
• Lights when the line is being used by a i 5871 system Handset.
• Flashes when another telephone on the same line (parallel exten-
sion) is in use or when the answering machine is currently answer
-ing a call.
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