User manual VTECH MI6897

[. . . ] User's Manual www. vtechphones. com Models: mi6897/6877 Table of contents Getting started . 7 8 8 8 9 20 20 20 22 22 23 24 24 25 26 26 27 27 29 29 29 30 30 30 30 3 3 3 www. vtechphones. com Table of contents Answering system operation . 32 32 32 33 34 34 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 37 38 38 40 4 4 4 42 42 34 43 44 44 45 45 Replace the handset battery . 45 46 46 53 54 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 2 www. vtechphones. com NEED HELP? This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting you need to install and operate your new VTech telephone . [. . . ] If you decide to answer a call while the caller is leaving a message, simply press or SPEAKER on the handset or base . This function sets the number of rings before the answering system picks up the call . When you call from a touch tone phone, if you have toll saver on, the answering system alerts you that you have new messages by answering after two rings . When retrieving messages from a location where long distance charges apply, you may disconnect your call after three rings to avoid long distance charges . Press SETUP six times, the system will announce "Number of rings. Press CHANGE to confirm the current status, which is also displayed on the oval message window . Press SETUP to save and advance to the next setup option, or press PLAY/STOP / to save and exit . Number of rings 42 www. vtechphones. com Answering system operation Message window displays Display 0 - 98 -8 0 - 99 - 99 (counting) 99 (flashing) F (flashing) CL (flashing) A --- (flashing) On or OFF 02, 04, 06, tS Explanation No messages . Total number of messages and memos, or message number currently playing . Playback or ringer volume level selected when VOL Current remote access code while setting Elapsed time while recording a memo or announcement up to 90 seconds . Answering system is answering a call or being accessed from a remote location or the base speaker is being used . Displayed for one second when any answering system setting is turned on or off . or is pressed . Basic operation www. vtechphones. com 43 Headset operation · To purchase a headset, visit us on the web at www . vtechcanada . com or -800-267-7377 . You can use this telephone handsfree when you install any VTech 2 . 5 mm headset, purchased separately . Plug the headset into the jack located on the left side of the handset (under the small rubber flap). Do not force the connection, but ensure the plug fits securely . Headset jack This cordless telephone operates within the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) . Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate only over a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office. If there is a call while the handset out of range, the handset might not ring or if it does ring, the call might not connect well when you press . If the handset is moved out of range during a phone conversation, you might hear noise or interference . If you move out of range without pressing OFF, the phone will be left off the hook . To hang up properly, walk back into range, periodically pressing OFF. Operating range 44 www. vtechphones. com Batteries Battery care and performance Operation While in use (talking) While not in use (standby*) * Handset is off the telephone base or charger but not in use . After the battery is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operating time up to 7 . 5 hours up to 3 . 5 days · The battery needs charging when: -- A new battery is installed in the handset . · Place the handset in the telephone base so the CHARGE light turns on . · You can keep the battery fully charged by returning the handset to the telephone base after each use . [. . . ] If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned . [. . . ]