VTech Telecommunications i 5871 User Guide

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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, 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.

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.

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.

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)

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

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

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.

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.

Getting Started

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.

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 .

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

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.

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

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.

Registration of Accessory Handset

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

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Getting Started

Handset and Base Indicators

Handset Icons

Icon

Getting Started

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

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.

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.

Getting Started

Handset Menu

Navigation Keys (NavKeys):

• Press any NavKey to display the Main Menu. Press the NavKeys (left, right, up and

down) to maneuver through menus. Press the middle NavKey to select the highlighted menu item.

Menu Shortcuts

• When viewing menu options, pressing the corresponding number on the dialing pad will

automatically select that item.

• For example, in the Main Menu screen, pressing the 1 key will automatically take you

to the Intercom menu screen, pressing the 6 key will automatically take you to the Settings menu screen, and so on through all 6 menu options.

• Similarly, when viewing a list menu, pressing the corresponding number will automati-

cally select that option (and save it, if necessary). For example, pressing the 2 key when in the Appearance screen will select and save the Green option.

Main Menu

Press any NavKey to display the 6 menu options. Then use the Navkeys to navigate to the desired menu option.

Basic Operation

You can also press the dialing key assigned for each icon (see information below for the assigned key numbers), to activate that menu option.

Intercom (dialing key 1) - Talk between

Handsets(s), or use to page the cordless Handset(s). Phonebook (dialing key 2) - Enter and retrieve

up to 50 names and phone numbers, each can be assigned a distinctive ring and

image. Calls Log (dialing key 3) - Review Caller ID data; select and dial from the

Caller ID data or from the Redial list which contains the last 10 phone numbers

dialed. Pictures (dialing key 4) - Choose from the many preset images or download

new images into the Handset to be used as your idle screen (wall paper) or assign

an image to a specific phonebook directory. Sounds & Alerts (dialing key 5) - Record custom sound clips, turn ringer and

vibrate feature on and off, select main ringer tone, turn tones (low battery, keypad,

and out-of-range) on or off. Settings (dialing key 6) - Set the time, adjust screen contrast, reset to de-

fault settings, change color of the text, register new Handsets, change screen

language.

Press the NavKeys to navigate to the desired menu option, then press the middle NavKey to select the highlifhted option. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so forth on down the menu.

NOTE: After 30 seconds of inactivity, your Handset will go into screen saver mode. While in screen saver mode the Handset will display a clock and new calls count (if you have new calls). To illuminate the screen, read the clock and see the new calls count, simply press the volume button on the right side of the Handset.

Handset Menu

Intercom

From Handset to Handset:

• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the middle

NavKey or left softkey.

• Press the up or down NavKey to navigate to the de-

sired Handset.

• Press the middle NavKey, left softkey or the assigned

dialing key (1-8).

• The ringing Handset can answer by pressing ON or

any of the number keys.

• To end an intercom call, press OFF on either Handset. NOTE: To access this feature, you must have an addi-

tional Handset. To order accessory Handsets, please refer to page 11 for details.

Global Page from Handset:

• With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or press the left softkey.

• Press the up or down NavKey to navigate to GLOBAL P A GE. Press the middle NavKey, left softkey or

the * key to confirm.

• Any registered Handset can answer the global page, thus entering Intercom mode.

• To end the intercom call, press OFF on either Handset.

Basic Operation

Phonebook

With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or press the left softkey to reveal the contents of your phonebook. If there are no entries, the screen will display Phonebook is empty. The i 5871 Handset can store up to 50 numbers with names in the phonebook directory, along with a distinctive ring and image for each. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits and up to 16 characters, including spaces.

Handset Menu

When prompted to Enter Name, use the digit keys to spell the name. Each press of a key will cause characters to be displayed as follows:

Number Key Characters (in order)

2ABCab c 2

3DEFde f 3

4GHIgh i 4

5JKLjk l 5

6MNOmn o 6

7PQRSp q r s7

8TUVtu v 8

Basic Operation

9WXYZw x y z9

Adding Phonebook Entries

• From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press any

NavKey. The Phonebook icon should be highlighted.

Space & ’ , . 1

Press the middle NavKey or left softkey.

• Press NEW.

NOTE: When the phonebook is full and NEW is

pressed, Phonebook is full will display and an er- ror tone will sound.

• You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Use

the digit keys to spell the name. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. To add a space between characters, press the 1 key or the right NavKey twice. When finished, press OK.

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Handset Menu

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• Enter the number you want to store in the Phonebook. Press and hold the # key to insert a pause. If you

make a mistake, press the softkey. When finished, press OK.

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The screen will display:

NOTE: If you do not wish to assign a distinctive ring tone or image to this Phonebook entry, press SA VE now. You must subscribe to Caller ID service for the distinctive ring function to work.

• If you wish to be alerted to calls from this phone number, you can assign a unique ring tone to this Phonebook entry. Press the up or down NavKey to scroll to RINGER : Default .

• Press the left or right NavKey to sample the ringer options.

— OR —

• Press the middle NavKey then press the up or down NavKeys to sample the ringer options.

• Press OK to confirm.

• If you do not wish to assign a distinctive image to this Phonebook entry, press SAVE now.

NOTE: There are 8 traditional ring tones and 12 musical

ringers. For Recordable Ringer, please refer to page 25 for details.

NOTE: You must subscribe to Caller ID service for the distinctive image feature to work.

• If you wish to be visually alerted to calls from this number by changing to a distinctive image, press the up or down NavKey to scroll to PICTURE :

(none) .

• Press the left or right NavKey to sample the pictures

and images options. — OR —

• Press the middle NavKey then press the up or down NavKey to sample the picture and image options.

• Press OK to confirm.

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Basic Operation

Handset Menu

NOTE: For directions on the Picture Download Fea-

ture, please refer to page 26.

• Once you’ve selected a picture, press SAVE.

• Your phonebook entry has been saved and the

screen will display:

Basic Operation

Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries

• From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press any

NavKey. The Phonebook icon should be highlighted. Press the middle NavKey or the left softkey.

• Press the up or down NavKey to scroll through the

contents in alphabetical order.

— OR —

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You can enter the first characters of the name. The closest match alphabetically will be displayed:

— OR —

You can press the FIND softkey, enter the first few characters of the name and then press OK to search. If you make a mistake, press the softkey. The closest match alphabetically will be displayed.

• Once you find the entry you want, simply press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number.

Editing Phonebook Entries

• Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry

you want to edit.

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Handset Menu

• Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display:

• Press the EDIT softkey.

• Press the up or down NavKey to the option you want

to edit then enter the corrections as needed. Press the softkey to delete.

• When finished, press the SAVE softkey. The

screen will display the edited entry.

Deleting Phonebook Entries

• Following the first 2 steps in Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entry

you want to delete.

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1-800-595-9511

RINGER: Melody 1

PICTURE:

EDIT

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DELETE

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RINGER: Melody 1

PICTURE:

SAVE

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RINGER: Melody 1

PICTURE: (none)

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EDIT

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DELETE

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Basic Operation

• Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display:

• Press the DELETE softkey. The screen will display:

• To confirm deletion, press YES. To exit without

deleting, press NO.

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RINGER: Melody 1

PICTURE:

EDIT

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DELETE

Are you sure?

YES

Handset Menu

Calls Log

With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to view your Caller ID and Redial options:

Review CID Log Clear CID Log Review Redial Clear Redial

Move the up or down NavKey to highlight the desired option, then press the middle NavKey, left softkey or the dialing key assigned to each menu item. The top menu is assigned to dialing key 1 and so on down the menu options.

NOTE: You can also view your Caller ID and Redial options from the Idle Menu by selecting the and using the softkeys.

Basic Operation

Review CID Log (dialing key 1) - Allows you to scroll

through the 50 most recent Caller ID and Call Waiting records received. With a CID record displayed, you can SAVE it in the phonebook, press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial the number, or DELETE the entry from the log.

Press the middle NavKey while reviewing a CID record to display the dialing options:

Clear CID Log (dialing key 2) - Choose this option if you want to delete all CID records at once. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen.

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SAVE

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DELETE

Review Redial (dialing key 3) - Select this option to display the last 10 numbers dialed. Use the NavKeys to highlight the desired number, press and hold the middle NavKey to view numbers that are longer than 11 digits, then press ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial. You can press SAVE to save it in the phonebook, or press DELETE to erase.

Clear Redial (dialing key 4) - Select this option to delete all phone numbers stored in redial memory. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. Choosing NO returns you to the previous screen.

Settings

With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or the left softkey to reveal the following menu:

Appearance (dialing key 1) - This option allows you to change the color of the text at the top and bottom of the Handset screen. Your color choices are:

Blue Green Tan Rose

Handset Menu

Set Time (dialing key 2) - This option allows you to set the time to be displayed

on the bottom of the idle screen. If you subsribe to Caller ID, this feature will set and update the clock. Use the number keys to set or change the time.

Contrast (dialing key 3) - This option allows you to adjust the Handset screen contrast.

Phone Setup (dialing key4) - This option allows you to return the Handset to Enter Base ID and change the TONE/PULSE setting.

Language (dialing key 5, preset to English) - This option allows you to change the screen prompts to English, Spanish or French.

Reset Settings (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to return the Handset to factory preset settings. There are four options you can reset:

Clear My Clips Clear My Pictures Clear Phonebook Default Settings

Choose the option you want to reset. You will be asked Are you sure? Choose YES to reset. Choose NO to return to the previous screen.

Press the NavKeys to navigate to the desired option and to make the change, or press the dialing key that is assigned to the icon.

To confirm, press the middle NavKey or press the SAVE softkey.

Basic Operation

Sounds & Alerts

With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or the left softkey to reveal the following options:

Sound Clips (dialing key 1) - This option allows you to record and access your personal melodies. See Recordable Ringer on page 25 for details.

Ringer Control (dialing key 2) - This option allows you to change the Ringer Volume, turn the Ringer On/Off and control the Vibrating Ringer.

Ringers (dialing key 3) - This option allows you to assign a new Ring Tone. You can choose one of 8 traditional ringers or 12 musical ringers. Please refer to Recordable Ringer on page 25 for details on how to record your own personalized ringer.

Handset Menu

Low Battery Tone (dialing key 4) - This option allows you to turn the Low Battery Tone On/Off.

Keypad Tone (dialing key 5) - This option allows you to turn the Keypad Tone On/Off.

Range Tone (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to turn the Range Tone On/Off.

Press the NavKeys to navigate to the desired option and to make the change, or press the dialing key that is assigned to the icon. To confirm, press the middle NavKey or press the SAVE softkey.

Pictures

Basic Operation

Your i 5871 Handset is preset with the following number of images:

Images --- 18 Emotions --- 9 My pictures --- 0 CD ROM --- 25

You have the ability to assign one image as your background for the idle screen (wallpaper) or assign a specific image to a phonebook directory in the available 50 directories.

Set a Wallpaper image

To set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Then choose an image in one of the three menu options (My Pictures, Images or Emotions). Once you have selected the image, press the softkey to set the image as your wallpaper. You will receive a message on the screen confirming Wallpaper Set! and an audio confirmation.

To assign a personal image into your Handset, see Picture Download on page 26 for instructions.

Clear a W allpaper image

To clear a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Select Clear Wallpaper using the NavKeys. Then press the middle NavKey or left softkey to clear the

wallpaper.

Recordable Ringer

Record a Ringer

You can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer or for a Distinctive Ringer assigned to a specific phonebook directory. You can record with either the provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord), or with the Handset microphone. You may record up to 9 unique ringers for a maximum of 10 seconds each.

Cued-up music typically produces the best sounding recorded ringer. It is recommended to begin recording your ringer at the beginning of a song, rather than a portion from the middle to produce an audibly pleasing custom ringer.

Note: Your i 5871 Handset is preset with many musical ringer options (i.e. Jazz, R&B, Reggae, Rock, etc) for you to use as your default ringer or a distinctive ringer. Three of them are protected, you can’t replace them.You can replace the other 6 preset ringers with your own. You can also record your own ringers in another 3 blank locations in My Clips. You will find 10 additional sound clips excluding those preset in the Handset on the accompanying CD-ROM.

To record a ringer, follow these steps:

• Select the Sounds & Alerts icon in the Main Menu.

• Select the Sound Clips icon .

• If you are using the Audio Patch Cord, insert the 3.5mm plug (the larger end) into the

headset jack of your PC or audio source. Insert the 2.5mm plug (the smaller end) into the Headset jack on the side of the i 5871 Handset.

You can listen to the playing music through your Handset speaker after connecting the Audio Patch Cord and selecting the Record Preview menu option. Adjust the recording volume at the audio source. To begin recording, press RECORD. If you want to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, select the Record Clip menu option. After the beep, and with the Handset microphone facing the audio source, start recording.

Basic Operation

NOTE: If the memory is full, the Handset will prompt Clip memory full!

• Hit the STOP softkey stop the recording.

• After recording, you may PLAY or SAVE the melody. If you choose SAVE, you will be

prompted to Enter Clip Name. Enter a name (up to 8 characters) for the recording. If you make a mistake, press the softkey to backspace. Press SAVE to confirm. Clip has been saved will display. The melody will be stored in the My Clips section. You can listen to all of your recorded musical ringers in My Clips. If you want, when in My Clips, you can press DELETE then YES to erase one of them.

NOTE: When you want to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, do not insert the Audio Patch Cord into the headset jack.

Picture Download

Download Your Own Image

Do you have a favorite image stored in your personal computer that you would like to use as your i 5871 Handset wallpaper or to assign to one of your 50 available phonebook directories? Using the provided Image Editor Software, you can view and convert your image. Once you have selected your file and viewed your image in the software, use the included USB cord to send the converted image directly into the Handset. You’ll start by downloading the software into your computer:

One-Time Software Installation

1. Insert the enclosed Image Editor Tool CD into your personal computer.

2. You will see a pop-up window giving you three options: a. Install/Uninstall the Image Editor Software. b. Browse the installation CD. c. Visit Vtech on the web.

To install the software, click on the Install/Uninstall the Image Editor Software icon

Basic Operation

and follow the download instructions.

3. After the installation process is complete, you will find an Image Editor Software

icon on your PC desktop. Click on this icon to run the Image Editor software.

Image Download

Once you have installed the software, follow these steps to view and convert your selected image.

• Click on the OPEN Disc can be found automatically. Or navigate to the directory where your desired image file is stored, and open the file.

• You will see your image displayed in the middle of the screen and inside the telephone

display on the right. You can select the following options to edit your image:

open

icon. Then the pictures in the accompanied CD-ROM

-Zoom In and Zoom Out

-Rotate Left and Rotate Right

-Adjust Brightness and Contrast

-Adjust Color

Picture Download

• Before downloading your image, make sure that the provided USB cord is correctly

installed into your computer (using the large end of the connector) and Handset (using the small end of the connector connector). After you have completed the

image editing process, press Send to Phone and your image will be down-

loaded into the Handset. Within a few seconds, you will see the new image displayed on your Handset and it will be saved in your My Pictures directory. You have the option to either SET (set the picture to be wallpaper) or DELETE the downloaded image. You can have a total of 14 images stored in the My Pictures directory. You can delete the preset images in this directory to make room for more, if you wish. Additional image samples can be found on the accompaying CD-ROM.

NOTE: Do not leave the USB cord connected to the Handset for an extended period of time as it will drain the battery cells.

NOTE: All preset images in My Pictures can be deleted and replaced by new ones. You can store a total of 14 images in My Pictures.

Basic Operation

Handset Operation

Making Calls

• Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use the Handset

Speakerphone feature). Dial the phone number.

-OR-

• Dial the phone number first; then press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE).

• Press OFF or place the Handset in the charger cradle to end your call.

Answering Calls

• Press ON, SPEAKERPHONE or any of number keys.

• Press OFF or place the Handset in the charger cradle to end your call.

Advanced Operations

Bass Boost

HOLD

12:30PM

MUTE

Adjust the Handset Volume

The volume control is on the right edge of the Handset. During a call, press the or key to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. The procedure is the same for the Handset earpiece, Headset and Speakerphone.

You can also use the volume control to illuminate the Handset screen to see the clock and new calls count (if you have new calls).

Sound Select

During a call, you can adjust the quality of the sound to best suit your hearing. Pressing SOUND SELECT repeatedly will cycle you through four different frequency options:

BASS - Low Frequency sounds enhanced.

Handset Operation

MUTE

HOLD

Treble Boost

12:30PM

MID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This setting is recommended for hearing aid users).

TREBLE - High Frequency sounds enhanced.

NATURAL - No frequency enhancement (Your

Handset is preset to this selection).

The Handset will graphically display these four modes.

NOTE: The Sound Select feature cannot be used when in Speakerphone or Headset talk mode.

Mute Function

During an active call pressing the MUTE softkey on the Handset, will disable the microphone. Press MUTE again to return to normal two-way conversation.

Hold Function

Press the HOLD softkey to place a call on hold. To return to the call, press the ON (or SPEAKER PHONE) key.

Mid Boost

12:30PM

HOLD

Natural Audio

HOLD

12:30PM

MUTE

Advanced Operations

NOTE: The Handset will display CALL ON HOLD

when a call is placed on hold. If you have new calls in call log, CALL ON HOLD will display alternately. An H will be displayed to remind you a call is on hold. If a call remains on Hold for 5 minutes, your i 5871 Handset will ring to remind you the call is being held. The phone will display Call On Hold Ring Back! You have 30 seconds to return to the call before it is dropped.

Flash Function You can use your i 5871 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press the ON/FLASH key on the Handset to flash the line.

Handset Operation

Handset Locator (from Base):

Press the PAGE button from the Base Unit to page all Handsets. Each Handset will beep for 20 seconds to alert you to their locations. To stop the beeping, press ON or any dial pad button on the Handset, or PAGE on the Base Unit.

Handset Speakerphone Operation

Your i 5871 Handset has a built-in handsfree speakerphone. This feature allows you to stand the Handset upright on a table or desktop and have handsfree conversations. For more information, refer to Making Calls in the Handset Operation section.

REDIAL

LINE IN USE

12:30 PM

EXTENSION

IN USE

12:30 PM

Line in Use Indication

When the telephone line is currently being used by a i 5871 system Handset, a status message similar to this will display on idle Handset(s):

When the telephone line is currently being used another phone (other than an i 5871 system Handset), the phone icon will remain on steadily, and EXTENSION IN USE will be displayed:

Conference Calling

The i 5871 is capable of supporting conference calls with up to two registered Handsets. To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two extensions by pressing ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset. The phone icon and two extension numbers will be displayed in the upper left corner of the Handset display.

Transferring Calls

You can transfer calls with the i 5871 system from Handset to Handset.

Blind Transfer:

Advanced Operations

You can directly transfer any active call to another i 5871 extension without notification by following these steps:

• Press the middle NavKey then press the up or down NavKey to the desired location.

• Press the middle NavKey to confirm.

• The ringing Handset can pick up the transferred call like a regular incoming call.

Announced Transfer:

You can perform an announced transfer (call and advise another extension) of an active call by following these steps:

• Press HOLD to place your call on hold.

• Press any NavKey then press the left NavKey to select Intercom, press the middle

Navkey in again to confirm.

-ORPress any NavKey then press the 1 key.

• Press the up or down NavKey to the desired location.

• Press the middle NavKey to confirm.

• When the ringing Handset answers, announce that there’s an active call on hold.

• Press OFF on either handset.

• Press ON (on the destination Handset) to pick up the call on hold.

CID LOG

Answering System Operation

Audible Indicators

This system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations when you press a button or complete an operation.

T urn Answering System On/Off

Press ON/OFF to manually turn the system on or off. A voice prompt will confirm your selection.

When the answering system is ON, the light inside the button will glow steadily. The system will operate using the default settings and pre-recorded announcements set at the factory, until you program the unit.

Setting the Clock

1. Make sure the answering system is on.

2. Press TIME/SET. The system will announce

the current clock setting, then announce “To set date and time, Press TIME/SET.”

3. Press TIME/SET.

4. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct day, then press TIME/SET.

5. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct hour, then press TIME/SET.

6. Press CHANGE until the system announces the correct minutes, then press TIME/SET. The system announces the current clock setting.

NOTE: You can press and hold CHANGE to advance the minutes in increments of ten.

About Mailboxes

This answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch tone phone can select the mailbox in which their messages will be recorded by pressing 1, 2, or 3. All other messages will be recorded in Mailbox 1.

About Announcements

• You can record two different announcements - one for normal answering and one for when you’ve set the system to play the announcement only.

• Use normal answering mode (Announce Only OFF) when you want the system to record callers’ messages. Use Announce Only mode (set to ON) when you want to give information to callers without accepting messages.

• If you choose not to record an announcement, the system answers with a prerecorded announcement which says: “Hello. I’m unable to answer your call right now. Please leave your name, number and a message after the tone.” The Announce Only prerecorded announcement says: “Hello, I’m unable to answer your call right now. Please call again. Thank you.”

• By setting Announce Only to on or off, you decide which announcement your callers will hear when the system answers a call (the system comes set for normal answering, with Announce Only turned OFF). See Set Announce Only on page 33 to change your announcement selection.

Advanced Operations

Answering System Operation

Record Y our Announcement

NOTE: If you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, be sure to tell callers in your announcement to press 1, 2, or 3 to leave a message in the appropriate mailbox.

Example of an outgoing announcement using the Mailbox feature:

“We can’t come to the phone right now. To leave a message for Bob, press 1 now. To leave a message for Sue, press 2 now. For Elmo, press 3 now. Otherwise, just wait for the beep.”

If the caller does not select a Mailbox, their message will be saved in Mailbox 1.

1. Press MENU until you hear “Set outgoing mes- sage”.

2. Press RECORD. After you hear “Now recording” followed by a beep, speak toward the Base to

record an announcement up to 90 seconds long.

3. Press any PLAY/STOP button to stop recording. The system plays back your recorded message.

T o revie w your announcement at an y time:

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

2. Press any PLAY/STOP button.

T o delete your announcement:

Press DELETE during announcement playback. The system will use the pre-recorded announce-

ment until you record a new one.

Answering System Feature Setup

You can set up one feature at a time, or you can set up the first feature and then move on to set up the other features in sequence.

1. Make sure the answering system is on.

Answering System

2. Press and release MENU until you hear the sys-

Operation

tem announce the feature you want to set. Refer to the following Feature Summary chart for a description of the features and your choices.

3. Press CHANGE to hear the current setting. Continue to press CHANGE to adjust the current setting.

4. Press TIME/SET to confirm your setting.

5. Press MENU to move on to the next feature, or press a PLAY/STOP key to exit Feature Setup.

Answering System Operation

FEATURE SUMMARY Default settings indicated by * .

SYSTEM ANNOUNCES: DESCRIPTION/DIRECTIONS: “Set Security Code”

50*

“Set Audible Message Alert” Off

*/On

Set the remote access code you will use to access features and functions of the answering system from a touch tone phone. The code can be changed to any two-digit number from 40 - 99.

When Message Alert is turned ON, the base beeps once every 10 seconds when new messages have been received.

“Set Announce Only” Off*/On

“Set Base Ringer” Off/On*

“Set Number of Rings”

2 4* 6 Toll Saver

FEATURE SUMMARY Default settings indicated by * .

When you turn Announce Only ON, callers hear your announcement, but cannot leave a message.

Turn the Base ringer on or off.

Choose how many times the phone will ring before the system answers a call. With Toll Saver active, the system answers after two rings when you have new messages and after four rings when you have no new messages.

NOTE: You can press and hold CHANGE to advance the remote access code in increments of ten.

NOTE: Exit Feature Setup at any time by pressing a PLAY/STOP button. Listen to, Save & Delete Messages

The system automatically saves your messages until you delete them and can store 15 minutes of messages, memos, and announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages). A message or memo can be up to 4 minutes in length.

Before playing a message, the system announces the day and time it was received. While the message plays, the message window displays the number of the message. After playing the last message in a mailbox, the system announces “End of messages.” If the system has less than five minutes of recording time left, it announces the remaining time.

Answering System

Operation

Answering System Operation

Play Messages

Press the desired MAILBOX key to play messages in that Mailbox. Press again to stop playback. A Mailbox key will flash if that mailbox contains any unplayed messages. It will glow steadily if it contains only previously heard messages. Press SKIP/QUICK to skip to the next message; press and hold SKIP/QUICK to speed up playback. Press REPEAT/SLOW to repeat a message; press twice to repeat previous message; press and hold REPEAT/SLOW to slow down playback.

NOTE: If a Mailbox contains a combination of new and old messages, you will only hear unplayed messages, then the system will return to idle mode. Press the MAILBOX key again to hear all old messages.

Delete Messages

• Press DELETE while a message is playing to

delete that message.

• To delete all messages in a mailbox, press

DELETE, then the appropriate MAILBOX button.

• You cannot delete a message until it’s been reviewed; deleted messages cannot be recov-

ered.

Adjust Playback V olume

Press VOL or VOL to adjust the Base speaker volume while playing back messages.

Call Screening/Intercept

1. Make sure the answering system is ON. At the

Base, set the message playback volume to a level loud enough to hear the caller’s message.

Answering System

Operation

2. If you decide to take the call, press ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset. The answer-

ing system will return to the idle mode.

3. If you pick up an extension phone during the announcement and the announcement does not stop right away, press and release the telephone switchhook at the extension.

Answering System Operation

Record a Memo

You can record a memo up to four minutes long to store as an incoming message.

1. Press and release RECORD.

2. Press a MAILBOX button to select a mailbox

for the memo. After the beep, speak toward the microphone. The message window displays the length of your memo.

3. To stop recording, press the PLAY/STOP but-

ton again.

MESSAGE WINDOW DISPLAY

WINDOW DISPLAYS: WHEN:

0 No messages in any mailbox. 1-98 In idle mode, the total number of messages/

0-99 <-> F

Counting 1 to 99 Duration (in seconds) of announcement or memo

NOTE: The maximal length of an announcement is 90 seconds.

99 (flashing) Length of recording is more than 99 seconds. 1-8 , steadily for Indicates volume level selected when

one second VOL or VOL is pressed.

40-99

A Announce Only mode. ON or OFF Displayed when Base is turned on or off.

memos in all mailboxes.

During message playback, the order number of the message being played.

Memory is full, or total number of messages is 99.

recording.

Current Remote Access Code (40–99) while setting.

CL <-> normal display Day and Time need to be set. _ _ System is answering a call or is in remote

operation.

_ _ (flashing) System is in programming mode or initializing.

Answering System

Operation

Answering System Operation

Connect to the Answering System from a Remote Location

You can access many features of this system remotely from a touch tone phone.

1. Dial your telephone number.

2. When the system answers, enter your Remote Access Code (preset to 50). The system

beeps once and then announces the number of new messages.

3. Enter a remote command (see Remote Access Commands below).

4. Press

Voice Menu

The system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press the menu while remotely connected to the answering system.

REMOTE A CCESS COMMANDS

FUNCTION: COMMAND: P

lay messages Press #, then enter the appropriate mailbox

in a mailbox number (1, 2, or 3). The system plays new

Repeat a message Press #4 while message is playing;

Skip a message

Stop Press #5. Save messages Hang up. Delete a message Press #9 while message is playing.

Review announcement Press #7; system plays announcement,

0 to exit remote operation.

5 to hear

messages. If there are no new messages, the system plays old messages.

Pressing twice backs up to the previous message.

Press #6 while message is playing; each press advances another message.

then beeps.

Record announcement Press *7; after beep, record announcement,

Record memo Press *8; then mailbox number where

End remote access call Press *0. Turn system off Press #0; the system announces,

Answering System

Operation

Turn system on When system is off, it answers after 10

NOTE: If no key is pressed within 10 seconds of entering remote access code, the voice

menu will be announced. After the voice menu announcement, if no key is pressed within 20 seconds, the remote access call will automatically end.

Press #5 to stop. System plays back announcement.

you want memo recorded; speak after beep; press #5 to exit.

“Answering machine off.” Press #0 again to turn the system back on.

rings and announces, “Please enter your security code.” Enter your remote access code.

Headset Operation

Your i 5871 Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an optional

accessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, you

must obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the i 5871. For

best results, use a VTech 2.5mm headset.

To purchase a Headset, call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511.

Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset Jack on the i 5871 Handset. Connect the plug on the Headset cord to the jack (under a small rubber flag) on the cordless Handset. The plug should fit securely. Do not force the connection.

NOTE:

• Whenever a compatible Headset is connected

to the cordless Handset, the microphone on the Handset will be muted. This is done to limit the effect of background noise.

• Many compatible Headsets have a reversible,

monaural design. This means you can wear your Headset on either ear, leaving one ear free for other conversations.

Belt Clip

The i 5871 is also equipped with a detachable

belt clip. Align the pins on the inside edge of the clip with the notches on the sides of the Handset. The belt clip should snap securely into place. Do not force the connection.

Additional Information

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 Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.

If the Check Battery or W ARNING! Use Rec hargeable Batteries Only warning is displayed on the screen of your Handset or Base Unit:

• Non-rechargeable batteries have been installed. Remove them immediately and replace with rechargeable NiMH batteries (see page 7, 10).

• Rechargeable batteries have been installed but may be old or need to be replaced. Remove them and re-install new rechargeable batteries. Let the new batteries fully charge the Base Unit before you use your phone again. (See page 7, 10, for battery installation).

The phone doesn't work at all:

• Make sure the Power Cord is plugged in.

• 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 you get a LOW BATTERY message or indication, the battery cells need charging.

No dial tone:

• First try 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. Contact 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 closer 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 ringer activated. Refer to the section(s) on Sounds& Alerts - Ringer Control in this User’s Manual.

• 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.

Additional Information

In Case Of Difficulty

• 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.

Y our Handset vibrates or shakes when a call comes in:

• It is likely that your Vibrating Handset Ringer option has been set to ON. If you’d like to turn it off, see the section on Sounds & Alerts - Ringer Control in this User’s manual.

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.

Common cure for electronic equipment:

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, do the following (in the order listed):

1. Disconnect the power to the Base.

2. Disconnect the Handset battery cells and spare battery compartment's battery cells,

if applicable.

3. Wait a few minutes.

4. Connect power to the Base.

5. Re-install the battery cells.

6. Wait for the Handset to re-establish its link with the Base. To be safe, allow up to

one minute for this to take place.

Your answering system is not recording messages:

• Make sure system is turned ON (the ON/OFF key is illuminated).

• Make sure Announce Only feature is set to OFF.

You cannot hear recorded messages:

• Using the Base volume control, raise the volume to a comfortable listening level.

CL is flashing in the Base Message Window Display:

• You need to set the day and time. Refer to the section(s) on Setting the Clock in this

User’s Manual.

Additional Information

Maintenance

Taking care of your telephone

Your 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.

Additional Information

Warranty Statement

What does this limited warranty cover?

• The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the product and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”) are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America.

What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period (“Materially Defective Product”)?

• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will repair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech’s option, is your exclusive remedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days.

How long is the limited warranty period?

• The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty; whichever is longer.

What is not covered by this limited warranty?

This limited warranty does not cover:

1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or

2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or

3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or

4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electrical accessories; or

5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or

6. Product purchased, used, serviced or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes); or

7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or

8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls and installation or repair of systems outside the unit.

Additional Information

Warranty Statement

How do you get warranty service?

• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please check the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may save you a service call.

• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport of Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling charges prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.

• If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.

What must you return with the Product to get warranty service?

1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty;

2. Include “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and

3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number.

Other Limitations

• This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech.

It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product.

There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification.

State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

• In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

Additional Information

FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations

This equipment complies with Parts 15 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 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 Inc. CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. 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 compliance 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.

To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The base unit shall be installed & used such that parts of the user’s body other than the hands should be maintained at a comfortable distance of approximately 20 cm or more.

FCC and ACTA 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 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 local telephone company 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

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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. For more information, please contact your local telephone company.

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 this 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 your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a 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 company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company 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 to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company 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,

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.

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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.

IC (Industry Canada)

This telephone is registered for use in Canada.

The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical

Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.

Notice:

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals 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 Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.

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 Cordless Phone 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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Technical Specifications

FREQUENCY CONTROL

Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer

TRANSMIT FREQUENCY

Base: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: 5725-5850 MHz

RECEIVE FREQUENCY

Base: 5725-5850 MHz Handset: 5725-5850 MHz

CHANNELS

95 Channels

NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE

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

SIZE

Handset: 190mm x 42mm x 31mm

Base: 250 mm x 90 mm x 84 mm

WEIGHT

Handset: 145 grams

(excluding Battery Pack)

Base: 463 grams

POWER REQUIREMENTS

Handset: 3 cell AAA 3.6 V 800mAh

NiMH Battery

Base: 7 VDC @ 1100mA

pack

MEMORY

Handset:

Phone Book: 100 Memory locations;

up to 32 digits, 16 characters per location

CID: 50 Memory locations

Base:

Phone Book: 100 Memory locations;

up to 32 digits, 16 characters per location

CID: 50 Memory locations

SPECIFICA TIONS ARE TYPICAL AND MA Y CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

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Table Of Contents

Important Safety Instructions......................................................................................... 1

Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 3

Parts Check List ..............................................................................................................4

The Handset Layout........................................................................................................ 5

The Base Unit Layout ..................................................................................................... 6

Getting Started ............................................................................................... 7

Setup ................................................................................................................................ 7

Connecting Power to Base Unit ......................................................................................... 7

Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset .......................................................... 7

Charging of the Handset Battery Cells ................................................................................ 8

Connecting to Phone Line ................................................................................................. 8

Checking for Dial Tone ...................................................................................................... 8

Tone/Pulse Selection ........................................................................................................ 9

Spare Battery Charger/ Power Backup Feature........................................................ 10

Power Guard Feature ...................................................................................................... 10

Installation/ Registration of Accessory Handset .......................................................... 11

Installation of Accessory Handset .................................................................................... 12

Registration of Accessory Handset .................................................................................. 13

Handset and Base Indicators ....................................................................................... 14

Handset Icons ................................................................................................................. 14

Handset LEDs ................................................................................................................. 15

Base LEDs ...................................................................................................................... 15

Basic Operations .......................................................................................... 16

Handset Menu ............................................................................................................... 16

Menu Shortcuts ............................................................................................................... 16

Main Menu .......................................................................................................................16

Intercom .......................................................................................................................... 17

Phonebook ...................................................................................................................... 17

Calls Log ......................................................................................................................... 22

Settings ........................................................................................................................... 22

Sounds & Alerts .............................................................................................................. 23

Pictures ........................................................................................................................... 24

Recordable Ringer........................................................................................................ 25

Record A Ringer .............................................................................................................. 25

Picture Download ......................................................................................................... 26

Download Your Own Image ............................................................................................. 26

Image Download .............................................................................................................. 26

Advanced Operations .................................................................................. 28

Handset Operation ........................................................................................................ 28

Making Calls ................................................................................................................... 28

Answering Calls .............................................................................................................. 28

Adjust the Handset Volume ............................................................................................. 28

Sound Select ................................................................................................................... 28

Mute Function ................................................................................................................. 29

Hold Function .................................................................................................................. 29

Flash Function ................................................................................................................. 29

Handset Locator .............................................................................................................. 30

Handset Speakerphone Operation ................................................................................... 30

Line in Use Indication ...................................................................................................... 30

Table Of Contents

Conference Calling .......................................................................................................... 30

Transferring Calls ............................................................................................................ 30

Blind Transfer ................................................................................................................. 30

Announced Transfer ........................................................................................................ 30

Answering System Operation .........................................................31

Audible Indicators ........................................................................................................... 31

Turn Answering System On/Off ...................................................................................... 31

Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................. 31

About Mailboxes .............................................................................................................. 31

About Announcements .................................................................................................... 31

Record Your Announcement ............................................................................................ 32

Answering System Feature Setup ................................................................................... 32

Feature Summary ............................................................................................................ 33

Listen to, Save & Delete Messages ................................................................................ 33

Play Messages ............................................................................................................... 34

Delete Messages ............................................................................................................ 34

Adjust Playback Volume ................................................................................................. 34

Call Screening/Intercept .................................................................................................. 34

Record a Memo ............................................................................................................... 35

Message Window Display ................................................................................................ 35

Connect to the Answering System from a Remote Location ........................................... 36

Voice Menu ..................................................................................................................... 36

Remote Access Commands ............................................................................................ 36

Additional Information .................................................................................. 37

Headset Operation ........................................................................................................... 37

Belt Clip ........................................................................................................................... 37

In Case of Difficulty ......................................................................................................... 38

Maintenance .................................................................................................................... 40

Warranty Statement ........................................................................................................ 41

FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations ...................................................................................... 43

Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. 46

VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.

A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES.

Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon, 97008.

Distributed in Canada by VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. 200-7671 Alderbridge Way, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.

Printed in China

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