VTech Telecommunications 80-5595-00 Vtech 5871 User Manual 91 000141 010 000 i 5871 manual eng pmd

VTech Telecommunications Ltd Vtech 5871 91 000141 010 000 i 5871 manual eng pmd

User guide

1Important Safety InstructionsWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followedto 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 aerosolcleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.4. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink orswimming 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 providedfor ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not beblocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. Thisproduct should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. Nor shouldthis product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is notprovided.7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated onthe packaging. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consultyour dealer or local power company.8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product wherethe cord may have anyone walking on it.9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the Base or Handsetas they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result ina 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 toan authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the Base or Handsetother than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or otherrisks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product issubsequently used.11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fireor electric shock.12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized servicefacility 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, asimproper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requiresextensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normaloperation.E. If the product has been dropped and the Base and/or Handset has been damaged.
2F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There isa 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.Important Safety InstructionsWARNING: To insure your safety from possible electric shock, only use the enclosedVTech Audio Patch Cable to record custom ring tones. Do NOT leave the AudioPatch Cable attached to the Handset while charging in its cradle.
3Your i 5871 is an advanced cordless telephone that operates in the 5.8GHz fre-quency range. Your i 5871 is capable of supporting up to a maximum of 8Handsets. Using additional Handsets, up to 2 people can be conferenced on a call (2Handsets), or two extensions can be conferenced on a call, while two other extensionscan be talking internally, using the Intercom feature.This manual is designed to familiarize you with the i 5871 cordless telephone. Westrongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone.To order additional system Handsets (model number i 5808), battery cells or headsets, callVTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377.Introduction
4Parts Check List1. Base Unit2. Handset3. Telephone Line Cord4. Belt Clip5. User’s Manual6. Quick Start Guide7. Battery Pack8. USB Cable9. Audio Patch Cable10. Image Editor Software (CD-ROM)11. Base AC Power AdapterTo purchase replacement battery cells, call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. 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 re-chargeable batteries.Base UnitHandsetTelephone Line Cord Belt ClipUser’s ManualQuick Start GuideBattery PackUSB Cable Audio Patch CableImage Editor Software(CD-ROM)Base AC Power Adapter
5The Handset Layout1. Earpiece2. Headset Jack and AudioPatch Cable Jack (2.5mm)3. Soft/Select Key4. On/Flash Key5. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #)6. Speakerphone Key7. LCD Display8. Navigation Key9. Volume Keys10. Off/Cancel Key11. Microphone
6The Base Unit Layout1. Volume Keys2. Charging LED3. Repeat/Slow4. Skip/Quick5. Delete6. Record7. Change8. Antenna9. Time/Set10. Menu11. Mailbox Keys (Play/Stop)12. In Use LED13. Page14. On/Off15. Spare Battery Drawer16. Spare Battery Release Button17. Telephone Jack18. DC Connector Jack
7Getting StartedSetupConnecting Power to Base UnitPlug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet, and the DC connector into thebottom of the Base Unit.Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset1. Remove the battery cover and place thenew battery cells in the Handset with thepositive and negative poles aligned in thebattery compartment.2. Replace the battery cover by sliding itupwards.3. If the new battery cells are not alreadycharged, place the Handset in its Chargeror Base Unit, and allow it to charge for atleast 12 hours. After initial charge, amaintenance charge of 8 hours shouldbe sufficient.The original Handset that is shipped with your i 5871 system will beautomatically registered to the Base. This Handset is HANDSET 1.
8Getting StartedSetupAs you register additional Handsets to the system, they will be assigned extension numbersin the following order: HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3, etc.Whenever charged Handset battery cells are installed, the Handset will automaticallybegin Searching for Base... (if previously registered), or it will prompt you to EnterBase ID to register the new Handset.Charging of the Handset Battery CellsThe Handset of your i 5871 cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable battery cellswhich 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.You should charge the battery cells for at least 12 hours when you first receive yourphone. You’ll know the battery cells need charging when:• The low battery message is displayed:• The Handset seems completely dead, the LCD is com-pletely clear and does not activate when you press thekeys.IMPORTANT:1. Do not dispose of battery cells in a fire, they mayexplode.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 ofthe charge contacts, potentially causing the battery cells to overheat.4. Do not dispose of the battery cells into household garbage.Connecting to Phone LinePlug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the Base Unit. Plugthe other end of this cord into the wall jack.Checking for Dial ToneAfter the battery cells are charged press ON on the Hand-set. The phone icon will appear on the Handset dis-play, and you will hear dial tone. If not, see In Case ofDifficulty.1CID LOGREDIALLOW BATTERY12:30 PM
9Getting StartedTone/Pulse SelectionYour i 5871 is preset for tone dialing. See Settings for tone/pulse options and otherdetails.IMPORTANT: FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCEOF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM:1. Choose a central location for your Base Unit.2. Install your Base Unit and Extension Hand-sets away from electronic equipment such aspersonal computers, television sets and micro-wave ovens.3. In locations where there are multiple cordlesstelephones, separate base units as much aspossible.4. Install your telephone equipment away fromheat sources and sunlight.5. Avoid excessive moisture, dust or extremecold.CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone.Setup
10Getting StartedSpare Battery Charger/Power Backup FeaturePower Guard FeatureThe i 5871 uses the spare battery charger in the Base Unit to provide power backup inthe event of a power failure or outage. With fully charged battery cells in the spare batterycharger, you will be able to place and receive calls from the Handset only, for up to 2 1/2hours during a power outage.The spare battery cells can also be used to replace drained Handset battery cells, ensuringuninterrupted 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 becompromised due to reduced power availability.Installation1. 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 negativepoles aligned in the battery compartment.3. Push the drawer closed. The spare battery charger takes 24 hours to fully chargedrained battery cells.To order battery cells, Headsets and additional Handsets (model i 5808),call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call1-800-267-7377.
11Getting StartedInstallation/Registration of Accessory HandsetYour VTech i 5871 system can operate up to 8 Handsets. To order additional Hand-sets (model number i 5808), call VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. InCanada, call: 1-800-267-7377.The i 5808 accessory Handset comes with the following:Expand your i 5871 system by adding accessory Handsets. Bring telephoneservice to rooms where a phone jack isn’t available!
12Getting StartedInstallation of Accessory HandsetSetup of the i 5808 Accessory Handset1. Plug the AC power adapter into an elec-trical outlet.2. Place the new battery cells in theHandset with the positive andnegative poles aligned in the bat-tery compartment.3. Replace the battery compartmentcover by sliding it upward.4. Place the Handset in the Charger, andallow it to charge for at least 12hours. After the initial charge, amaintenance charge of 8 hoursshould be sufficient.
13Getting StartedRegistration of Accessory HandsetRegistration of Accessory HandsetRegisterok################Enter Base IDCongratulations! You can now enjoy the benefits of your VTech Multi-Handset system.NOTE: If after charging the Handset displays “Searching for Base...”, press the NEWsoftkey. “Enter Base ID” will now be displayed. Follow the above steps.NOTE: The 15-digit BASE ID Code may contain numbers and characters, including 0through 9, as well as *. Make sure you enter all 15 digits.After charging, the screen will display:•Enter the BASE ID Code located on the underside of theBase Unit.•Press OK to complete the registration process.Wait approximately 15 - 60 seconds. You will hear confirmation beeps from the Base andHandset. The newly registered Handset will now be assigned the lowest extension numbernot 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 anerror tone. Press the left NavKey to backpace or press the right softkey toerase a character, and carefully re-enter the Base ID Code.
14Getting StartedHandset and Base IndicatorsLine 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 andHandset 2 are on an outside call.•Indicates when a parallel set is in use.•Lit when the answering machine is answering an incoming call.Handset Number Indicator•Indicates the Handset number. It's permanently displayed at the top leftcorner 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.IconHandset IconsHMDescription1 2 34 5 67 8
15Getting StartedHandset LEDsDescription• LED is on when in speakerphone mode.• Lights when in the handset off-hook mode.• Flashes following by the ring cadence when incoming call. LEDSPEAKERPHONEDescription• 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 batterydrawer.• Flashes quickly when Alkaline batteries are detected in the sparebattery 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. LED 1, 2, 3Base LEDsOn/OffHandset and Base IndicatorsChargingIN USE IN USE
16Basic OperationHandset MenuNavigation Keys (NavKeys):•Press any NavKey to display the Main Menu. Press the NavKeys (left, right, up anddown) to maneuver through menus. Press the middle NavKey to select the highlightedmenu item.Menu Shortcuts•When viewing menu options, pressing the corresponding number on the dialing pad willautomatically select that item.•For example, in the Main Menu screen, pressing the 1 key will automatically take youto the Intercom menu screen, pressing the 6 key will automatically take you to theSettings 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 keywhen in the Appearance screen will select and save the Green option.Main MenuPress any NavKey to display the 6 menu options. Thenuse the Navkeys to navigate to the desired menu option.You can also press the dialing key assigned for each icon(see information below for the assigned key numbers), toactivate that menu option.Intercom (dialing key 1) - Talk betweenHandsets(s), or use to page the cordless Handset(s).Phonebook (dialing key 2) - Enter and retrieveup to 50 names and phone numbers, each can be assigned a distinctive ring andimage.Calls Log (dialing key 3) - Review Caller ID data; select and dial from theCaller ID data or from the Redial list which contains the last 10 phone numbersdialed.Pictures (dialing key 4) - Choose from the many preset images or downloadnew images into the Handset to be used as your idle screen (wall paper) or assignan image to a specific phonebook directory.Sounds & Alerts (dialing key 5) - Record custom sound clips, turn ringer andvibrate 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 screenlanguage.Press the NavKeys to navigate to the desired menu option, then press the middle NavKeyto select the highlifhted option. You can also press the dialing key assigned to each menuitem. 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 youhave 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.
17Basic OperationIntercomFrom 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 assigneddialing key (1-8).•The ringing Handset can answer by pressing ON orany 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, pleaserefer to page 11 for details.Global Page from Handset:•With the Intercom icon highlighted, press the middleNavKey or press the left softkey.•Press the up or down NavKey to navigate to GLO-BAL PAGE. Press the middle NavKey, left softkey orthe * key to confirm.•Any registered Handset can answer the global page,thus entering Intercom mode.•To end the intercom call, press OFF on either Hand-set.PhonebookWith this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or press the left softkey to reveal thecontents of your phonebook. If there are no entries, the screen will display Phonebook isempty. The i 5871 Handset can store up to 50 numbers with names in the phonebookdirectory, along with a distinctive ring and image for each. Each memory location can holdup to 32 digits and up to 16 characters, including spaces.Handset Menu
18Basic Operation1 of 10Gerry's CellVTechPat JohnsonRoseVTechAdding Phonebook Entries•From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press anyNavKey. The Phonebook icon should be high-lighted. Press the middle NavKey or left softkey.•Press NEW.NOTE: When the phonebook is full and NEW ispressed, Phonebook is full will display and an er-ror tone will sound.•You will then be prompted to Enter Name. Usethe digit keys to spell the name. If you make amistake, press the softkey. To add a spacebetween characters, press the 1 key or the rightNavKey twice. When finished, press OK.Handset MenuWhen prompted to Enter Name, use the digit keys to spell the name. Each press of a keywill cause characters to be displayed as follows:Number Key Characters (in order)12ABCab c 23DEFde f 34GHIgh i 45JKLjk l 56MNOmn o 67PQRSp q r s78TUVtu v 89WXYZw x y z900**##Space & ’ , . 1
19Basic Operation18005959511VTech18005959511 •Enter the number you want to store in the Phonebook.Press and hold the # key to insert a pause. If youmake a mistake, press the softkey. Whenfinished, press OK.The screen will display:NOTE: If you do not wish to assign a distinctive ringtone or image to this Phonebook entry, press SAVE now.You must subscribe to Caller ID service for the distinc-tive ring function to work.•If you wish to be alerted to calls from this phone num-ber, you can assign a unique ring tone to thisPhonebook entry. Press the up or down NavKey toscroll to RINGER : Default .•Press the left or right NavKey to sample the ringeroptions.— OR —•Press the middle NavKey then press the up or downNavKeys to sample the ringer options.•Press OK to confirm.•If you do not wish to assign a distinctive image tothis Phonebook entry, press SAVE now.NOTE: There are 8 traditional ring tones and 12 musicalringers. For Recordable Ringer, please refer to page25 for details.NOTE: You must subscribe to Caller ID service for thedistinctive image feature to work.•If you wish to be visually alerted to calls from thisnumber by changing to a distinctive image, pressthe up or down NavKey to scroll to PICTURE : (none) .•Press the left or right NavKey to sample the picturesand images options.— OR —•Press the middle NavKey then press the up or downNavKey to sample the picture and image options.•Press OK to confirm.Handset MenuSAVEMelody 1VTech18005959511
20Basic OperationVTechPat JohnsonRose3 of 113 of 111 of 10Gerry's CellVTechPat JohnsonRoseVTechPat JohnsonRose3 of 11VTechPat JohnsonRose3 of 11NOTE: 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 thescreen will display:Searching for and Dialing Phonebook Entries•From the Handset idle (OFF) mode, press anyNavKey. The Phonebook icon should be highlighted.Press the middle NavKey or the left softkey.•Press the up or down NavKey to scroll through thecontents in alphabetical order.— OR —You can enter the first characters of the name. Theclosest match alphabetically will be displayed:— OR —You can press the FIND softkey, enter the first fewcharacters of the name and then press OK to search.If you make a mistake, press the softkey. Theclosest match alphabetically will be displayed.•Once you find the entry you want, simplypress ON or SPEAKERPHONE to dial thenumber.Editing Phonebook Entries•Following the first 2 steps in Searching for andDialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entryyou want to edit.Handset Menu
21Basic OperationEDITVTech1-800-595-9511RINGER: Melody 1PICTURE:DELETE3 of 11RINGER: Melody 1PICTURE:SAVEVTech18005959511EDITRINGER: Melody 1PICTURE: (none)DELETE3 of 11VTech1-800-595-9511VTechPat JohnsonRose3 of 11•Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display:•Press the EDIT softkey.•Press the up or down NavKey to the option you wantto edit then enter the corrections as needed.Press the softkey to delete.•When finished, press the SAVE softkey. Thescreen will display the edited entry.Deleting Phonebook Entries•Following the first 2 steps in Searching for andDialing Phonebook Entries, locate the entryyou want to delete.•Press the middle NavKey. The screen will display:•Press the DELETE softkey. The screen will display:•To confirm deletion, press YES. To exit withoutdeleting, press NO.Handset MenuAre you sure?YES NO1EDITVTech1-800-595-9511RINGER: Melody 1PICTURE:DELETE3 of 11
22Basic OperationCalls LogWith this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or left softkey to view your Caller IDand Redial options:Review CID LogClear CID LogReview RedialClear RedialMove 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 todialing key 1 and so on down the menu options.Review CID Log (dialing key 1) - Allows you to scrollthrough the 50 most recent Caller ID and Call Waitingrecords received. With a CID record displayed, you canSAVE it in the phonebook, press ON or SPEAKERPHONEto dial the number, or DELETE the entry from the log.Press the middle NavKey while reviewing a CID record todisplay the dialing options:Clear CID Log (dialing key 2) - Choose this option if you want to delete all CID recordsat once. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. ChoosingNO returns you to the previous screen.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 toview 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 inredial memory. You will be asked Are you sure? Choosing YES clears all records. Choos-ing NO returns you to the previous screen.SettingsWith this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or the left softkey to reveal the follow-ing menu:Appearance (dialing key 1) - This option allows you to change the color of thetext at the top and bottom of the Handset screen. Your color choices are:BlueGreenTanRoseHandset MenuSAVEVTech800-595-951111:15 A Oct12DELETE1 of 11NOTE: You can also view your Caller ID and Redial options from the Idle Menu byselecting the and using the softkeys.
23Basic OperationSet Time (dialing key 2) - This option allows you to set the time to be displayedon the bottom of the idle screen. If you subsribe to Caller ID, this feature will setand 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 screencontrast.Phone Setup (dialing key4) - This option allows you to return the Handset toEnter Base ID and change the TONE/PULSE setting.Language (dialing key 5, preset to English) - This option allows you to changethe screen prompts to English, Spanish or French.Reset Settings (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to return the Handset tofactory preset settings. There are four options you can reset:Clear My ClipsClear My PicturesClear PhonebookDefault SettingsChoose 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.Handset MenuPress the NavKeys to navigate to the desired option and to make the change, or press thedialing key that is assigned to the icon.To confirm, press the middle NavKey or press the SAVE softkey.Sounds & Alerts With this icon highlighted, press the middle NavKey or the left softkey to reveal the follow-ing options:Sound Clips (dialing key 1) - This option allows you to record and accessyour personal melodies. See Recordable Ringer on page 25 for details.Ringer Control (dialing key 2) - This option allows you to change the RingerVolume, 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 referto Recordable Ringer on page 25 for details on how to record your own per-sonalized ringer.
24Basic OperationHandset MenuLow Battery Tone (dialing key 4) - This option allows you to turn the LowBattery Tone On/Off.Keypad Tone (dialing key 5) - This option allows you to turn the KeypadTone On/Off.Range Tone (dialing key 6) - This option allows you to turn the Range ToneOn/Off.PicturesYour i 5871 Handset is preset with the following number of images:Images --- 18Emotions --- 9My pictures --- 0CD ROM --- 25You 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 imageTo set a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Then choose animage in one of the three menu options (My Pictures, Images or Emotions). Once youhave selected the image, press the softkey to set the image as your wallpaper. Youwill 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 forinstructions.Clear a Wallpaper imageTo clear a wallpaper image, select the icon Pictures in the main menu. Select ClearWallpaper using the NavKeys. Then press the middle NavKey or left softkey to clear thewallpaper.Press the NavKeys to navigate to the desired option and to make the change, or press thedialing key that is assigned to the icon. To confirm, press the middle NavKey or pressthe SAVE softkey.
25Basic OperationRecordable RingerRecord a RingerYou can easily record a unique ringer to be used as either your Default Ringer or for aDistinctive Ringer assigned to a specific phonebook directory. You can record with eitherthe provided Audio Patch Cord (not the USB cord), or with the Handset microphone. Youmay 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 tobegin recording your ringer at the beginning of a song, rather than a portion from the middleto produce an audibly pleasing custom ringer.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 theheadset jack of your PC or audio source. Insert the 2.5mm plug (the smaller end) intothe Headset jack on the side of the i 5871 Handset.You can listen to the playing music through your Handset speaker after connectingthe Audio Patch Cord and selecting the Record Preview menu option. Adjust therecording volume at the audio source. To begin recording, press RECORD. If youwant to use the Handset microphone to record ringers, select the Record Clipmenu option. After the beep, and with the Handset microphone facing the audiosource, start recording.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 beprompted to Enter Clip Name. Enter a name (up to 8 characters) for the recording. Ifyou 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 inMy 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.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 distinctiveringer. Three of them are protected, you can’t replace them.You can replace theother 6 preset ringers with your own. You can also record your own ringers inanother 3 blank locations in My Clips. You will find 10 additional sound clips exclud-ing those preset in the Handset on the accompanying CD-ROM.
26Basic OperationDownload Your Own ImageDo you have a favorite image stored in your personal computer that you would liketo use as your i 5871 Handset wallpaper or to assign to one of your 50 availablephonebook directories? Using the provided Image Editor Software, you can viewand convert your image. Once you have selected your file and viewed your image inthe software, use the included USB cord to send the converted image directly intothe Handset. You’ll start by downloading the software into your computer:One-Time Software Installation1. 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 and follow the download instructions.3. After the installation process is complete, you will find an Image Editor Softwareicon on your PC desktop. Click on this icon to run the Image Editor software.Image DownloadOnce you have installed the software, follow these steps to view and convert your se-lected image.•Click on the OPEN open icon. Then the pictures in the accompanied CD-ROMDisc can be found automatically. Or navigate to the directory where your desired imagefile 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:Picture Download-Zoom In and Zoom Out-Rotate Left and Rotate Right-Adjust Brightness and Contrast-Adjust Color
27Basic Operation•Before downloading your image, make sure that the provided USB cord is correctlyinstalled into your computer (using the large end of the connector) and Handset(using the small end of the connector connector). After you have completed theimage 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 displayedon your Handset and it will be saved in your My Pictures directory. You have theoption to either SET (set the picture to be wallpaper) or DELETE the downloadedimage. You can have a total of 14 images stored in the My Pictures directory. Youcan 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 oftime as it will drain the battery cells.NOTE: All preset images in My Pictures can be deleted and replaced by new ones. Youcan store a total of 14 images in My Pictures.Picture Download
28Advanced OperationsMaking Calls• Press ON (or, SPEAKERPHONE to use the HandsetSpeakerphone feature). Dial the phone number.-OR-• Dial the phone number first; then press ON (orSPEAKERPHONE).• Press OFF or place the Handset in the chargercradle to end your call.Answering Calls• Press ON, SPEAKERPHONE or any of numberkeys.• Press OFF or place the Handset in the chargercradle to end your call.Adjust the Handset VolumeThe volume control is on the right edge of the Hand-set. During a call, press the or key to adjustthe listening volume to a comfortable level. The pro-cedure is the same for the Handset earpiece, Head-set and Speakerphone.You can also use the volume control to illuminate theHandset screen to see the clock and new calls count(if you have new calls).Sound SelectDuring a call, you can adjust the quality of the soundto best suit your hearing. Pressing SOUND SELECTrepeatedly will cycle you through four different fre-quency options:BASS - Low Frequency sounds enhanced.Handset Operation11MUTEHOLDBass Boost12:30PM
29Advanced OperationsHandset OperationMID - Mid-Range sounds enhanced (This settingis recommended for hearing aid users).TREBLE - High Frequency sounds enhanced.NATURAL - No frequency enhancement (YourHandset is preset to this selection).The Handset will graphically display these fourmodes.NOTE: The Sound Select feature cannot be usedwhen in Speakerphone or Headset talk mode.Mute FunctionDuring an active call pressing the MUTE softkeyon the Handset, will disable the microphone. PressMUTE again to return to normal two-way conversa-tion.Hold FunctionPress the HOLD softkey to place a call on hold. Toreturn to the call, press the ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) key.NOTE: The Handset will display CALL ON HOLDwhen a call is placed on hold. If you have newcalls in call log, CALL ON HOLD will display alter-nately. An H will be displayed to remind you a callis on hold. If a call remains on Hold for 5 minutes,your i 5871 Handset will ring to remind you thecall is being held. The phone will display Call OnHold Ring Back! You have 30 seconds to returnto the call before it is dropped.11MUTEHOLDMid Boost12:30PM11MUTEHOLDTreble Boost12:30PMFlash FunctionYou can use your i 5871 with services such as Call Waiting. Simply press theON/FLASH key on the Handset to flash the line.11MUTEHOLDNatural Audio12:30PM
30Advanced OperationsHandset Speakerphone OperationYour i 5871 Handset has a built-in handsfree speakerphone. This feature allows you tostand the Handset upright on a table or desktop and have handsfree conversations. Formore information, refer to Making Calls in the Handset Operation section.Line in Use IndicationWhen the telephone line is currently being usedby a i 5871 system Handset, a status mes-sage similar to this will display on idleHandset(s):When the telephone line is currently being usedanother phone (other than an i 5871 systemHandset), the phone icon will remain on steadily,and EXTENSION IN USE will be displayed:Handset OperationConference CallingThe i 5871 is capable of supporting conference calls with up to two registered Hand-sets. To enter a conference call, simply access the line with two extensions by press-ing ON (or SPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset. The phone icon and two extensionnumbers will be displayed in the upper left corner of the Handset display.Transferring CallsYou can transfer calls with the i 5871 system from Handset to Handset.Blind Transfer:You can directly transfer any active call to another i 5871 extension without notificationby 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 anactive 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 middleNavkey in again to confirm.-OR-Press 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.1CID LOGREDIALEXTENSIONIN USE12:30 PM1CID LOGREDIALLINE IN USE12:30 PM1Handset Locator (from Base):Press the PAGE button from the Base Unit to page all Handsets. Each Handset will beepfor 20 seconds to alert you to their locations. To stop the beeping, press ON or any dial padbutton on the Handset, or PAGE on the Base Unit.
31Advanced OperationsTurn Answering System On/OffPress ON/OFF to manually turn the system on or off. Avoice prompt will confirm your selection.When the answering system is ON, the light inside thebutton will glow steadily. The system will operate usingthe default settings and pre-recorded announcementsset at the factory, until you program the unit.Setting the Clock1. Make sure the answering system is on.2. Press TIME/SET. The system will announcethe current clock setting, then announce“To set date and time, Press TIME/SET.”3. Press TIME/SET.4. Press CHANGE until the system announcesthe correct day, then press TIME/SET.5. Press CHANGE until the system announcesthe correct hour, then press TIME/SET.6. Press CHANGE until the system announcesthe correct minutes, then press TIME/SET.The system announces the current clock setting.NOTE: You can press and hold CHANGE to advance theminutes in increments of ten.Audible IndicatorsThis system gives you voice prompts for feature operations and voice confirmations whenyou press a button or complete an operation.Answering System OperationAbout MailboxesThis answering system has three voice mailboxes. Callers using a touch tone phone canselect the mailbox in which their messages will be recorded by pressing 1, 2, or 3. All othermessages will be recorded in Mailbox 1.About Announcements• You can record two different announcements - one for normal answering and one forwhen you’ve set the system to play the announcement only.• Use normal answering mode (Announce Only OFF) when you want the system to recordcallers’ messages. Use Announce Only mode (set to ON) when you want to give infor-mation to callers without accepting messages.• If you choose not to record an announcement, the system answers with a prerecordedannouncement which says: “Hello. I’m unable to answer your call right now. Pleaseleave your name, number and a message after the tone.” The Announce Only pre-recorded announcement says: “Hello, I’m unable to answer your call right now. Pleasecall again. Thank you.”• By setting Announce Only to on or off, you decide which announcement your callerswill 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 yourannouncement selection.
32Answering SystemOperationExample of an outgoing announcementusing the Mailbox feature:“We can’t come to the phone right now. To leave a mes-sage for Bob, press 1 now. To leave a message forSue, press 2 now. For Elmo, press 3 now. Otherwise,just wait for the beep.”If the caller does not select a Mailbox, their messagewill 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 torecord an announcement up to 90 seconds long.3. Press any PLAY/STOP button to stop recording.The system plays back your recorded message.To review your announcement at any time:1. Press MENU until you hear “Set OutgoingMessage”.2. Press any PLAY/STOP button.To 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 SetupYou can set up one feature at a time, or you can setup the first feature and then move on to set up theother features in sequence.1. Make sure the answering system is on.2. Press and release MENU until you hear the sys-tem announce the feature you want to set. Referto the following Feature Summary chart for a de-scription of the features and your choices.3. Press CHANGE to hear the current setting. Con-tinue to press CHANGE to adjust the current set-ting.4. Press TIME/SET to confirm your setting.5. Press MENU to move on to the next feature, orpress a PLAY/STOP key to exit Feature Setup.Answering System OperationRecord Your AnnouncementNOTE: If you have assigned different mailboxes to different people, be sure to tell callersin your announcement to press 1, 2, or 3 to leave a message in the appropriate mailbox.
33Answering SystemOperationFEATURE SUMMARY Default settings indicated by * .Answering System OperationWhen you turn Announce Only ON, callers hearyour announcement, but cannot leave a message.FEATURE SUMMARY Default settings indicated by * .SYSTEM ANNOUNCES: DESCRIPTION/DIRECTIONS:“Set Security Code” 50*Set the remote access code you will use to ac-cess features and functions of the answeringsystem from a touch tone phone. The code can bechanged to any two-digit number from 40 - 99.“Set Audible MessageAlert”Off*/OnWhen Message Alert is turned ON, the base beepsonce every 10 seconds when new messages havebeen received.“Set Announce Only”Off*/On“Set Base Ringer”Off/On*Turn the Base ringer on or off.Choose how many times the phone will ring before thesystem answers a call. With Toll Saver active, thesystem answers after two rings when you have newmessages and after four rings when you have no newmessages.“Set Number of Rings”24*6Toll SaverNOTE: You can press and hold CHANGE to advance the remote access codein increments of ten.NOTE: Exit Feature Setup at any time by pressing a PLAY/STOP button.Listen to, Save & Delete MessagesThe system automatically saves your messages until you delete them and can store 15minutes 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. Whilethe message plays, the message window displays the number of the message. After play-ing the last message in a mailbox, the system announces “End of messages.” If thesystem has less than five minutes of recording time left, it announces the remaining time.
34Answering SystemOperationAnswering System OperationPlay MessagesPress the desired MAILBOX key to playmessages in that Mailbox. Press again to stopplayback. A Mailbox key will flash if that mailboxcontains any unplayed messages. It will glowsteadily if it contains only previously heard mes-sages. Press SKIP/QUICK to skip to the nextmessage; press and hold SKIP/QUICK to speedup playback. Press REPEAT/SLOW to repeat amessage; press twice to repeat previous mes-sage; press and hold REPEAT/SLOW to slowdown playback.NOTE: If a Mailbox contains a combination of newand old messages, you will only hear unplayed mes-sages, then the system will return to idle mode.Press the MAILBOX key again to hear all old mes-sages.Delete Messages• Press DELETE while a message is playing todelete that message.• To delete all messages in a mailbox, pressDELETE, then the appropriate MAILBOX but-ton.• You cannot delete a message until it’s beenreviewed; deleted messages cannot be recov-ered.Adjust Playback VolumePress VOL or VOL to adjust the Base speakervolume while playing back messages.Call Screening/Intercept1. Make sure the answering system is ON. At theBase, set the message playback volume to alevel loud enough to hear the caller’s message.2. If you decide to take the call, press ON (orSPEAKERPHONE) on the Handset. The answer-ing system will return to the idle mode.3. If you pick up an extension phone during theannouncement and the announcement does notstop right away, press and release the telephoneswitchhook at the extension.
35Answering SystemOperationAnswering System OperationWINDOW DISPLAYS: WHEN:0No messages in any mailbox.1-98 In idle mode, the total number of messages/memos in all mailboxes.During message playback, the order numberof the message being played.0-99 <-> F Memory is full, or total number of messagesis 99.Counting 1 to 99 Duration (in seconds) of announcement or memorecording. 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 whenone second VOL or VOL is pressed.40-99 Current Remote Access Code (40–99) whilesetting.AAnnounce Only mode.ON or OFF Displayed when Base is turned on or off.CL <-> normal display Day and Time need to be set._ _ System is answering a call or is in remoteoperation._ _ (flashing) System is in programming mode or initializing.MESSAGE WINDOW DISPLAYRecord a MemoYou can record a memo up to four minutes long tostore as an incoming message.1. Press and release RECORD.2. Press a MAILBOX button to select a mailboxfor the memo. After the beep, speak toward themicrophone. The message window displays thelength of your memo.3. To stop recording, press the PLAY/STOP but-ton again.
36Answering SystemOperationConnect to the Answering System from a Remote LocationYou 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 systembeeps once and then announces the number of new messages.3. Enter a remote command (see Remote Access Commands below).4. Press *0 to exit remote operation.Voice MenuThe system has voice prompts to help you with remote operation. Press *5 to hearthe menu while remotely connected to the answering system.Answering System OperationNOTE: If no key is pressed within 10 seconds of entering remote access code, the voicemenu will be announced. After the voice menu announcement, if no key is pressed within20 seconds, the remote access call will automatically end.FUNCTION: COMMAND:Play messages Press #, then enter the appropriate mailboxin a mailbox number (1, 2, or 3). The system plays newmessages. If there are no new messages, thesystem plays old messages.Repeat a message Press #4 while message is playing;Pressing twice backs up to the previous message.Skip a messageStop Press #5.Save messages Hang up.Delete a message Press #9 while message is playing.Review announcement Press #7; system plays announcement,then beeps.Record announcement Press *7; after beep, record announcement,Press #5 to stop. System plays backannouncement.Record memo Press *8; then mailbox number whereyou want memo recorded; speak afterbeep; press #5 to exit.End remote access call Press *0.Turn system off Press #0; the system announces,“Answering machine off.” Press #0 againto turn the system back on.Turn system on When system is off, it answers after 10rings and announces, “Please enter yoursecurity code.” Enter your remote access code.REMOTE ACCESS COMMANDSPress #6 while message is playing; each pressadvances another message.
37Additional InformationYour i 5871 Handset is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an optionalaccessory Headset for hands-free operation. If you choose to use the Headset option, youmust obtain an optional accessory Headset, which is compatible with the i 5871. Forbest 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 5871Handset. 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 connectedto the cordless Handset, the microphone on theHandset will be muted. This is done to limit theeffect of background noise.• Many compatible Headsets have a reversible,monaural design. This means you can wearyour Headset on either ear, leaving one earfree for other conversations.Belt ClipThe i 5871 is also equipped with a detachablebelt clip. Align the pins on the inside edge ofthe clip with the notches on the sides of theHandset. The belt clip should snap securely intoplace. Do not force the connection.Headset Operation
38Additional InformationIn Case Of DifficultyIf 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 at1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.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 thetelephone wall jack.• Make sure the batteries are properly charged. If you get a LOW BATTERY messageor 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 jackand connect a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, theproblem 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 BaseUnit:• Household appliances plugged into the same circuit as the Base Unit can some-times cause interference. Try moving the appliance or the Base Unit to anotheroutlet.You get noise, static, or a weak signal when you’re away from the BaseUnit:• 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 toanother 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 thetelephone jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.• You may be too far from the Base Unit.If the Check Battery or WARNING! Use Rechargeable Batteries Only warn-ing is displayed on the screen of your Handset or Base Unit:• Non-rechargeable batteries have been installed. Remove them immediately and re-place 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 fullycharge the Base Unit before you use your phone again. (See page 7, 10, for batteryinstallation).
39Additional InformationIn Case Of Difficulty• You may have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of themto ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.Your 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 liketo turn it off, see the section on Sounds & Alerts - Ringer Control in this User’smanual.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 thecradle. 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 toone 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 thisUser’s Manual.
40Additional InformationTaking care of your telephoneYour cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treatedwith care.Avoid rough treatmentPlace the Handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect yourtelephone if you ever need to ship it.Avoid waterYour telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the Handset outdoors inthe rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your Base Unit near a sink, bathtub,or shower.Electrical stormsElectrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms.Cleaning your telephoneYour 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 notuse excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when youare wet or standing in water. If your Base Unit should fall into water, DO NOTRETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINECORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords.Maintenance
41Additional InformationWarranty StatementWhat does this limited warranty cover?• The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants tothe holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the productand all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package (“Product”)are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to thefollowing terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and inaccordance with operation instructions. This limited warranty extends onlyto the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States ofAmerica.What will VTech Communications do if the Product is not free from materialdefects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period(“Materially Defective Product”)?• During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representativewill repair or replace at VTech’s option, without charge, a Materially DefectiveProduct. If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacementparts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new orrefurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech will return repairedor replacement products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defectiveparts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech’s option,is your exclusive remedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to takeapproximately 30 days.How long is the limited warranty period?• The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the dateof purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under theterms of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired orreplacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repairedor replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the originalone-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 physicaldamage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation,fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyoneother than an authorized service representative of VTech; or3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions,network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electricalaccessories; or5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronicserial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or6. Product purchased, used, serviced or shipped for repair from outside the UnitedStates, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limitedto Products used for rental purposes); or7. Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls and installationor repair of systems outside the unit.
42Additional InformationWarranty StatementHow do you get warranty service?• To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1-800-595-9511 forinstructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, pleasecheck the user’s manual. A check of the Product controls and features may saveyou a service call.• Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage duringtransit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurredin the transport of Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired orreplaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handlingcharges 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 purchasedoes not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will requestthat you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You mustpay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products thatare 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 VTechservice 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; and3. 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. VTechprovides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describesall of VTech’s responsibilities regarding the product.There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modificationsto 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 alsohave other rights which vary from state to state.Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purposeand 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 limitationson 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 touse 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 donot allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so theabove limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
43Additional InformationThis 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 Industryand Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of the device.A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registrationnumber and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and LoadNumber. 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, callVTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377 for repair/warrantyinformation. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from theline network until the problem has been corrected.FCC Part 15Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the partyresponsible 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. Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more ofthe 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 whichthe 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 radiofrequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to theintended usage of the product. This product has been tested and found to comply withthe FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. Thebase unit shall be installed & used such that parts of the user’s body other thanthe hands should be maintained at a comfortable distance of approximately 20 cmor more.FCC and ACTA InformationIf 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 andwith Technical Requirements for Connection of Equipment to the Telephone Networkadopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). We are requiredto provide you with the following information.1. Product identifier and REN informationThe label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, an identifierindicating product approval and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN). This informationmust be provided to your local telephone company upon request. For equipment approvedprior to July 23, 2001, the product identifier is preceded by the phrase “FCC Reg No." andthe REN is listed separately. For equipment approved after that date, the product identifierFCC, ACTA and IC Regulations
44Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC Regulationsis preceded by “US” and a colon (:), and the REN is encoded in the product identifier withouta decimal point as the sixth and seventh characters following the colon. For example, theproduct 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 lineand still have them ring when you are called. In most, but not all areas, the sum of allRENs should be five (5.0) or less. For more information, please contact your local telephonecompany.2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone networkThe plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephonenetwork must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adoptedby ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. Itis designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11jack 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 withCoin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipmentconnected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disableyour alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consultyour telephone company or a qualified installer.3. Repair instructionsIf this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until theproblem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made bythe manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructionsoutlined under the Limited Warranty.4. Rights of the telephone companyIf this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company maytemporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notifyyou before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified assoon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephonecompany is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephonecompany may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that couldaffect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notifyyou if such changes are planned.5. Hearing aid compatibilityIf this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible.6. Programming/testing of emergency numbersIf this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire departmentand emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. If you do, pleasekeep 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 dialingfeature doesn’t work.b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumesno responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature.c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended.
45Additional InformationFCC, ACTA and IC RegulationsHowever, if you do make a call to an emergency number:• You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call beforehanging up.• Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed duringoff-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when theemergency 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 Canadatechnical specifications were met.Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment TechnicalSpecifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, beforethe registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declarationof Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It doesnot imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.Notice:The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is 0.1. The RENassigned to each terminal equipment provides an indication of the maximum number ofterminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interfacemay consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sumof 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 connectedto the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also beinstalled using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware thatcompliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of services in somesituations.Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian mainte-nance facility designated by the Supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the userto this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications companycause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections ofthe power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, areconnected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.Caution:Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact theappropriate electrical inspection authority or electrician as appropriate.Your Cordless Phone is designed to operate at the maximum power allowed by theFCC and IC. This means your Handset and Base Unit can communicate only over a certaindistance - which will depend on the location of the Base Unit and Handset, weather, andthe construction and layout of your home or office.
46Additional InformationFREQUENCY CONTROLCrystal controlledPLL synthesizerTRANSMIT FREQUENCYBase: 5725-5850 MHzHandset: 5725-5850 MHzRECEIVE FREQUENCYBase: 5725-5850 MHzHandset: 5725-5850 MHzCHANNELS95 ChannelsNOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGEMaximum power allowed by FCC andIC. Actual operating range may varyaccording to environmental conditionsat the time of use.SIZEHandset: 190mm x 42mm x 31mmBase: 250 mm x 90 mm x 84 mmTechnical SpecificationsWEIGHTHandset: 145 grams(excluding Battery Pack)Base: 463 gramsPOWER REQUIREMENTSHandset: 3 cell AAA 3.6 V 800mAhNiMH Battery packBase: 7 VDC @ 1100mAMEMORYHandset:Phone Book: 100 Memory locations;up to 32 digits, 16 char-acters per locationCID: 50 Memory locationsBase:Phone Book: 100 Memory locations;up to 32 digits, 16 char-acters per locationCID: 50 Memory locationsSPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICALAND MAY CHANGE WITHOUTNOTICE.
Important Safety Instructions ......................................................................................... 1Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 3Parts Check List .............................................................................................................. 4The Handset Layout ........................................................................................................ 5The Base Unit Layout ..................................................................................................... 6Getting Started ............................................................................................... 7Setup ................................................................................................................................ 7Connecting Power to Base Unit ......................................................................................... 7Installation and Charge of Battery Cells in Handset .......................................................... 7Charging of the Handset Battery Cells ................................................................................ 8Connecting to Phone Line ................................................................................................. 8Checking for Dial Tone ...................................................................................................... 8Tone/Pulse Selection ........................................................................................................ 9Spare Battery Charger/ Power Backup Feature........................................................ 10Power Guard Feature ...................................................................................................... 10Installation/ Registration of Accessory Handset .......................................................... 11Installation of Accessory Handset .................................................................................... 12Registration of Accessory Handset .................................................................................. 13Handset and Base Indicators ....................................................................................... 14Handset Icons ................................................................................................................. 14Handset LEDs ................................................................................................................. 15Base LEDs ...................................................................................................................... 15Basic Operations .......................................................................................... 16Handset Menu ............................................................................................................... 16Menu Shortcuts ............................................................................................................... 16Main Menu .......................................................................................................................16Intercom .......................................................................................................................... 17Phonebook ...................................................................................................................... 17Calls Log ......................................................................................................................... 22Settings ........................................................................................................................... 22Sounds & Alerts .............................................................................................................. 23Pictures ........................................................................................................................... 24Recordable Ringer........................................................................................................ 25Record A Ringer .............................................................................................................. 25Picture Download ......................................................................................................... 26Download Your Own Image ............................................................................................. 26Image Download .............................................................................................................. 26Advanced Operations .................................................................................. 28Handset Operation ........................................................................................................ 28Making Calls ................................................................................................................... 28Answering Calls .............................................................................................................. 28Adjust the Handset Volume ............................................................................................. 28Sound Select ................................................................................................................... 28Mute Function ................................................................................................................. 29Hold Function .................................................................................................................. 29Flash Function ................................................................................................................. 29Handset Locator .............................................................................................................. 30Handset Speakerphone Operation ................................................................................... 30Line in Use Indication ...................................................................................................... 30Table Of Contents
Table Of ContentsConference Calling .......................................................................................................... 30Transferring Calls ............................................................................................................ 30Blind Transfer ................................................................................................................. 30Announced Transfer ........................................................................................................ 30Answering System Operation .........................................................31Audible Indicators ........................................................................................................... 31Turn Answering System On/Off ...................................................................................... 31Setting the Clock ............................................................................................................. 31About Mailboxes .............................................................................................................. 31About Announcements .................................................................................................... 31Record Your Announcement ............................................................................................ 32Answering System Feature Setup ................................................................................... 32Feature Summary ............................................................................................................ 33Listen to, Save & Delete Messages ................................................................................ 33Play Messages ............................................................................................................... 34Delete Messages ............................................................................................................ 34Adjust Playback Volume ................................................................................................. 34Call Screening/Intercept .................................................................................................. 34Record a Memo ............................................................................................................... 35Message Window Display ................................................................................................ 35Connect to the Answering System from a Remote Location ........................................... 36Voice Menu ..................................................................................................................... 36Remote Access Commands ............................................................................................ 36Additional Information .................................................................................. 37Headset Operation ........................................................................................................... 37Belt Clip ........................................................................................................................... 37In Case of Difficulty ......................................................................................................... 38Maintenance .................................................................................................................... 40Warranty Statement ........................................................................................................ 41FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations ...................................................................................... 43Technical 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 AlderbridgeWay, Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9.Copyright 2004 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.Printed in China91-00xxxx-010-000ISSUE 0

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