VTech I 6783 User Manual

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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. 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 marking label. 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. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to
an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base or handset
other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other
risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is
subsequently used.
11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire
or electric shock.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service
facility under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled onto the product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires
extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal
operation.
E. If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been
damaged.
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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 2 BEFORE USING YOUR i 6783 SYSTEM, CAREFULLY PEEL OFF THE PROTECTIVE FILM COVERING THE DISPLAYS. Your i 6783 is an advanced cordless telephone set, capable of supporting four handsets. This manual is designed to familiarize you with this cordless telephone. We strongly...
  • Page 3: Parts Check List

    6. Charger Wall Mounting Bracket (3) To purchase replacement batteries, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications, Inc. at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunica- tions Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377. NOTE: Use only VTech batteries (part number 89-1323-00-00).
  • Page 4: The Handset Layout

    The Handset Layout 1. Antenna 2. Earpiece 3. Volume Control 4. CID (Scroll Down) 5. Phone (Flash) 6. Dialing Keys (0-9, *, #) 7. Redial (Pause) 8. Speaker 9. LCD Display 10. DIR (Scroll Up) 11. Sel (Menu) 12. Off (Clear) 13.
  • Page 5: The Base Unit Layout

    The Base Unit Layout 1. Locate Handset key 2. Volume Control Keys 3. Record/Memo Key 4. Time/Set Key 5. Change Key 6. Answer On/Off Key 7. Skip/Quick Key 8. Delete Key 9. Play/Stop Key 10. Repeat/Slow Key 11. Menu Key 12.
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Setup Connecting Power to Base Unit CAUTION: Use only the VTech power supply provided with your telephone. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch, and the connector into the bottom of the base unit.
  • Page 7: Charging Of The Handset Battery

    Setup Charging of the Handset Battery The handset of your cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable battery. It charges automatically when- ever the handset is in base unit or charger. Average talk time on a fully charged battery is about nine hours depending on environmental conditions, standby time is approximately four days.
  • Page 8: Wall Mounting

    Wall Mounting The wall mount brackets are designed for use on standard wall mount plates only. Wall mounting is optional. 1. Plug the adapter into electrical outlets. Then plug the connector of the base power adapter to the connector jack at the bottom of the base unit. 2.
  • Page 9: Basic Operation

    Handset and Base Indicators Handset Icons Icon Description MUTE • Turns on when the microphone is muted. • Turns on when there are new call log entries. • Turns on when the ringer is muted. • Low battery indicator or charging indicator. Handset LED Description •...
  • Page 10: Handset Operation

    NOTE: The procedure is the same for the handset ear- piece, speakerphone and headset. Flash Function You can use your i 6783 with services such as call waiting. When you receive a call waiting signal, simply press the /FLASH key to switch to the new call. Press FLASH again to switch back to the original call.
  • Page 11: Temporary Ringer Adjustments

    Handset Operation • When the desired number is reached, press • Press OFF to exit the redial review list. • When the desired entry displays, press DELETE to delete it. You’ll hear a confirma- tion beep. NOTE: If the redial memory is empty, and REDIAL is pressed, a double beep will sound. Temporary ringer adjustments When handset is ringing, to silence the handset’s ringer, press OFF or MUTE, or adjust the ringer level to 0 by using the handset volume keys.
  • Page 12: Call Forward

    Handset Operation NOTE: If HSX is out of range, or on an external call, when HS1 attempts to intercom it, the display of HS1 will show: Call Forward An external call can be forwarded between sys- tem handsets. • A handset (HS1), on an external call can forward it to another handset (HSX).
  • Page 13: Phonebook Operation

    Phonebook Operation Your i 6783 can store up to 50 numbers with names in memory. Each memory location can hold up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name. NOTE: Your i 6783 handsets share a common phonebook, which is stored in the base. This means that entries inserted by one handset are available for all system handsets, and if one deletes a phonebook entry, it will disappear from all handsets.
  • Page 14: Reviewing/Dialing From The Phonebook

    Phonebook Operation Each press of a particular key causes characters to be displayed in the following order: Characters by number of key presses space Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook • Press MENU. With PHONEBOOK highlighted, press SEL. With the REVIEW highlighted, press SEL. - OR - With the handset in idle mode, press set jumps directly into phonebook review mode.
  • Page 15: Editing A Phonebook Entry

    Phonebook Operation Editing a Phonebook Entry • Follow the first two steps in Reviewing/Di- aling from the phonebook (page 14) to reach the entry to be edited. • Press SEL. The screen will display: • Press DELETE to backspace, then press the digit keys to correct the number.
  • Page 16: Calls Log

    Caller ID - Call Waiting ID Your i 6783 is capable of displaying the number of the calling party before you answer the phone (caller ID or CID). If the number is contained in the phonebook, the name of the caller will also be displayed.
  • Page 17: Storing A Caller Id

    Call Log (Caller ID - Call Waiting) • Press SEL. Use to scroll through the call log entries. When the beginning or the end of the call log is reached, a double beep will sound. NOTE: The NEW icon in the lower left corner indicates the call is not yet reviewed.
  • Page 18: Deleting Caller Id

    Call Log (Caller ID - Call Waiting) Deleting Caller ID • Follow the steps in Reviewing Caller ID to scroll to the record to be deleted. • Press DELETE. You’ll hear a confirmation beep and the previous CID record will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 19: Handset Settings

    Handset Settings Ringer Volume • From the idle (off) mode, press MENU then key to RINGER VOLUME. • Press SEL. The current ringer volume will be shown: • Press the keys or enter a digit (0 through 6) to the desired ringer volume. The current ring tone will play and the volume bar is increased or decreased each time the setting is adjusted.
  • Page 20: Language

    Handset Settings Language (preset to English) • From the idle (off) mode, press MENU then the keys to LANGUAGE. • Press SEL. Press the keys to scroll from English to French or Spanish. • Press SEL to confirm. Dial Type (preset to Tone) •...
  • Page 21: Answering System Operation

    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. Turn Answering System On or Off Press ANSWER ON/OFF to turn the system on or off. When the system is turned on, you will hear "Answering machine on"...
  • Page 22: About Mailboxes

    Answering System Operation 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 while the system plays the outgoing announcement. Otherwise, messages will be recorded in mailbox 1.
  • Page 23: Review Your Announcement

    Answering System Operation Review Your Announcement: 1. Press MENU until you hear "Announcement. Press MAILBOX or press RECORD. To continue setup, press MENU." 2. Press any MAILBOX button. The system plays the current announcement. Delete Your Announcement: Press DELETE during announcement playback. The system will use the pre-recorded announce- ment until you record a new one.
  • Page 24: Feature Summary

    Answering System Operation FEATURE SUMMARY SYSTEM ANNOUNCES: "Remote access code. To change the setting press CHANGE." "Message alert. To change the setting press CHANGE." Off* "Announcement only, record no messages. To change the setting press CHANGE." Off* "Base ringer. To change the setting press CHANGE."...
  • Page 25: Listen To Messages

    Answering System Operation This system automatically saves your messages until you delete them, and can store approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos and announcements (up to a maximum of 99 messages). A message or memo can be up to four minutes long. If the system has less than 30 seconds of recording time left, it automatically turns off.
  • Page 26: Adjust Playback Volume

    Answering System Operation Press the MAILBOX button at any time dur- ing playback to exit message playback. You’ll hear a confirmation beep. Adjust Playback Volume Press VOLUME + or VOLUME - to adjust playback volume to a comfortable level. If volume is set to level one, you will not hear incoming messages as they are received.
  • Page 27: Record A Memo

    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 REC/MEMO. The system announces "Please select mailbox." 2. Press the MAILBOX button to select a mailbox for the memo.
  • Page 28: Message Window Display

    Answering System Operation MESSAGE WINDOW DISPLAY WINDOW DISPLAYS 1-98 0-99 Counting 1 to 99 99 (Flashing) 1-99 (Flashing) 1-8 (Steady for one second) 40-99 On or Off (Steady for one second) (Normal display) -- (Flashing) TO INDICATE: No messages in any mailbox. Total number of messages in all mailboxes.
  • Page 29: Remote Access

    Answering System Operation Remote Access 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 announces the number of new messages on the system. 3.
  • Page 30: Advanced Operation

    Headset Operation Your i 6783 handset is equipped with a 2.5mm headset jack for use with an optional accessory headset for handsfree operation. If you choose to use the headset option, you must obtain an optional accessory headset, which is compatible with the i 6783.
  • Page 31: Additional Information

    If you have difficulty operating your phone, the suggestions below should solve the problem. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, visit us on the web at www.vtechphones.com or call VTech Communications at 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1-800-267-7377.
  • Page 32 In Case Of Difficulty Common cure for electronic equipment If the unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in its base. If it does not seem to respond, do the following (in the order listed): 1.
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 34: Warranty Statement

    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;...
  • Page 35 • 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.
  • Page 36: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations

    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.
  • Page 37 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 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.
  • Page 38 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 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.
  • Page 39 FCC, ACTA and IC Regulations 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.
  • Page 40: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer TRANSMIT FREQUENCY Base: 5725 - 5850 MHz Handset: 2400 - 2483.5 MHz RECEIVE FREQUENCY Base: 2400 - 2483.5 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.
  • Page 41 Index Answering Calls...10 Adjust Handset Volume...10 Adjust Playback Volume...26 Answering System Operation...21 Audible Indicators...21 About Mailboxes...22 About Announcements...22 Answering System Feature Setup...23 Base LEDs...9 Base Operation...12 Belt Clip...30 Calls Log (Caller ID-Call Waiting)...16 Caller ID - Call Waiting ID...16 Call Forward...12 Call Screening...27 Charging of the Handset Battery ...7 Checking for Dial Tone...7...
  • Page 42 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., Richmond, B.C. V6X 1Z9. Copyright 2005 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
  • Page 43: Table Of Contents

    Table Of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 1 Parts Check List ... 3 The Handset Layout ... 4 The Base Unit Layout ... 5 GETTING STARTED ... 6 Setup ... 6 Connecting Power to Base Unit ... 6 Installation of Battery ... 6 Charging of the Handset Battery ...
  • Page 44 Table Of Contents ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION ... 21 Audible Indicators ... 21 Turn Answering System On or Off ... 21 Set the Clock ... 21 About Mailboxes ... 22 About Announcements ... 22 Record Your Announcement ... 22 Review Your Announcement ... 23 Delete Your Announcement ...
  • Page 45: Need Help

    Congratulations on your purchase of this VTech product NEED HELP? Our representatives are here to help you with any questions concerning the operation of this product, available accessories, or any other related issues. Call Toll Free: 1-800-595-9511 In Canada, Call:...

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