User manual VTECH USB7100

USB 7100 Dual Line PC Internet Phone 05:00PM VTECH 8883472005 EDIT 1/19 DELETE USB 7100 Dual Line PC Internet Phone Important! Before using this telephone, you must: Install and charge batteries ......................................................................See page 5 Install software ..........................................................................................See page 9 Read important safety instructions ........................................................See page 32 System requirements: · · · · · · · PC with Windows® 2000 or XP 400 MHz processor 128 MB RAM 30 MB free disk space on your hard drive Working CD-ROM drive Available USB port Internet connection (at least 33.6 Kbps) Note: Cable or DSL connection is highly recommended. Some telephone features are not supported if you share a single line for standard telephone calls and a dial-up connection. Table of contents Getting Started Quick reference guide ..................2 Parts checklist ...............................3 Before you begin...........................4 Battery installation & charging......5 Wall mounting ..............................6 Telephone base installation ..........7 Belt clip & optional headset..........8 Software installation & use ...........9 Caller ID Logs How Caller ID works ..................22 To review your call log ...............23 Appendix Screen icons & indicator lights ...24 Adding new handsets..................25 In case of difficulty .....................26 Care and maintenance ................30 Dial pad text entry ......................31 Important safety instructions......32 Warranty .....................................34 FCC, ACTA & IC regulations .......36 Technical specifications .............39 Index...........................................40 Telephone Operation Add new handsets to make your phone more versatile Your telephone can accommodate up to 4 cordless handsets, using a single phone jack. You can add new handsets (sold separately) at any time (see page 25). Basic operation ...........................12 Options while on calls ................13 Intercom & call transfers ............14 Handset settings..........................15 Phonebook About the phonebook.................18 New phonebook entries .............19 Phonebook search ......................20 To dial, change or delete entries ..21 Handset 2 Handset 3 Handset 4 © 2005 VTech Telecommunications Ltd. All rights reserved. VTech brand and logo are registered trademarks of VTech Telecommunications Ltd. Skype and the Skype logo are trademarks of Skype Technologies, S.A. 1 Getting Started Getting Started Quick reference guide Handset V Press to scroll down in menus. While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the left. Parts checklist Remember to save your sales receipt and original packaging in case you ever need to ship your telephone for warranty service. Check to make sure the telephone package includes the following: ^ Press to scroll up in menus. While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the right. SOFTKEY Press a softkey to select an option displayed just above the key. SOFTKEY SOFTKEY SOFTKEY Press a softkey to select an option displayed just above the key. Battery compartment cover CID Press to display Caller ID log. Press to display Phonebook entries. CD-ROM List/Call Press to make or answer an Internet call. Press to see Skype contact list. Press again to call highlighted contact. Call/Flash Press to make or answer a telephone call. During a call, press to answer an incoming call, if Call Waiting is activated. Telephone base Telephone handset Batteries (2) Redial Press to view redial memory. Volume Press to adjust listening volume. USB cable Off/Clear During a call, press to hang up. While using menus, press to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display. AC adapter Telephone line cord Belt clip Quick Start Guide Feature menu > shows highlighted item Feature Menu 1 > TONES 2 HANDSET NAME OK 1 TONES ......................See page 15 2 HANDSET NAME ......See page 15 3 AUTO ANSWER ........See page 16 4 LANGUAGE ..............See page 16 5 REGISTRATION ........See page 16 6 TIME & DATE ............See page 16 7 NET STATUS ............See page 17 * KEY LOCK ..................See page 17 Press or to scroll through menu items. Select OK to choose or modify a highlighted item. Press the OFF button to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu, or exit the menu display. V^ Menu 2 3 Getting Started Getting Started Before you begin Internet calling To make and receive Internet calls, you must use the enclosed CD-ROM to install the required software on to your computer (see page 9). You may also be required to establish a Skype Out account to make Internet calls to standard telephones. There may be fees for this service. For more information, please visit www.skype.com. Telephone operating range This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and base can communicate over only a certain distance -- which can vary with the locations of the base and handset, the weather, and the construction of your home or office. If you receive a call while you are out of range, the handset might not ring -- or if it does ring, the call might not connect when you press CALL. Move closer to the base, then press CALL to answer the call. If you move out of range during a phone conversation, you might hear noise or interference. To improve reception, move closer to the base. If you move out of range without pressing OFF, your phone will be left "off the hook." To hang up properly, walk back toward the telephone base, periodically pressing OFF until the call is disconnected. 4 Battery installation & charging About Caller Identification Caller ID with Call Waiting features let you see who's calling before you answer the phone, even when you're on another call. (This feature works only with standard calls, not Internet calls, and requires services provided by your local telephone company.) Contact your telephone service provider if: · You have both Caller ID and Call Waiting, but as separate services (you may need combined service) · You have only Caller ID service, or only Call Waiting service · You don't subscribe to any Caller ID or Call Waiting services. You can use this phone with regular Caller ID service, and you can use its other features without subscribing to either Caller ID or combined Caller ID with Call Waiting service. There may be fees for these services, and they may not be available in all areas. Caller ID features will work only if both you and the caller are in areas offering Caller ID service, and if both telephone companies use compatible equipment. See Caller ID Operation, beginning on page 22, for more details about how these features work. Replace cover Press here and pull down to remove cover After installation, place the handset in the base and allow to charge for 15 hours before use. Note: The screen will be blank until the batteries are charged enough to activate it. You can keep batteries charged by placing the handset in the base after each use. When batteries are fully depleted, a full recharge takes 15 hours. BATTERY LOW PLACE IN CHARGER Low battery indicator Return handset to base or charger when this symbol appears. (Handset will beep when battery is low.) Insert supplied batteries Caution: Do not use alkaline batteries. Use only the batteries that came with your phone, or contact our Customer Support Center to order additional batteries. Place handset in base to charge for 15 hours before first use. 5 Getting Started Getting Started Wall mounting The telephone base can be installed on any standard wall-phone outlet as shown below. Choose a location away from electronic equipment, such as television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. Connect cords as shown on page 5, then press and slide down firmly so base is held securely on outlet mounting pegs Telephone base installation Install the base as shown below. Choose a location away from electronic equipment, such as television sets or microwave ovens. Avoid excessive heat, cold, dust or moisture. NOTE: It is recommended that you keep the base connected to a single computer. Moving the base from one computer to another could corrupt the Caller ID List and Redial functionality of your handsets. After charging the handset batteries for at least 15 hours, plug line cord into telephone jack. Computer Plug base power cord transformer into electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch Plug USB cable into a USB port in your computer Plug line cord into telephone jack Route wires under strainrelief tabs as shown Connect AC adapter and USB cable as shown on page 5 Underside of telephone base NOTE: Use only the power cord supplied with this product. If you need a replacement, call 1-888-347-2005. 6 7 Getting Started Getting Started Belt clip & optional headset Install belt clip as shown below if desired. For hands-free telephone conversations, you can use any industry standard 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). Software installation & use To make and receive Internet calls, you must install onto your computer VtechTM and SkypeTM software. Use the CD-ROM included with your telephone to download and install the latest version of software. Insert CD-ROM and wait for opening screen to be displayed. Insert belt clip tabs into notches on back of handset, then rotate to snap in place. Click to begin, then follow the instructions on screen to complete the software installation. Plug 2.5 mm headset (purchased separately) into jack on side of handset, beneath small rubber cap. NOTE: At the pop-up screen after software installation, click "Allow this program to use Skype," then click OK. 8 9 Getting Started Getting Started Software installation & use Status screen Shows whether the software is running properly. Shows whether the USB cable to the PC is connected and running properly. Help & support (see below) Software installation & use Options screen Select the country code to be prefixed when making a SkypeOut call. Dialing options (do not change unless directed to do so by a Vtech Customer Care representative). Shows whether the audio connection to the PC is running properly. Shows whether the SkypeTM software is running (must be installed and configured to allow access by the Phone Suite software). About screen Phone Suite software version SkypeTM software version Telephone firmware version Click to open User Manual Click to check for software upgrades ** Click to view Skype's User Manual Click to view the SkypeOut User Manual Click to visit the Vtech® web site for product support ** NOTE: Make sure telephone batteries are fully charged before checking for software upgrades. NOTE: The telephone will be reprogrammed automatically if the firmware does not match the Phone Suite software version. Keep the handset in the telephone base until programming is completed. 10 11 Telephone Operation Type of call Elapsed time Volume level (1-4) Telephone Operation Basic operation IN USE INTERCM 01:23 MUTE VOLUME **__ Options while on calls Volume controls Listening volume: Press VOLUME repeatedly to adjust volume. You'll hear 3 beeps at maximum volume; the next button press returns to minimum volume. Ringing volume (temporary): While the phone is ringing, press VOLUME to adjust ringer volume, or press OFF to silence the ringer. (See page 15 to change this setting permanently.) Mute Select MUTE to silence the microphone during a call. Your caller will not be able to hear you until you select MUTE again and resume speaking. Call waiting (standard calls only) If you have Call Waiting service, you'll hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. Press FLASH to put your current call on hold and take the new call. You can press FLASH at any time to switch back and forth between standard calls. Switching between Internet & standard calls During a call you can press the non-active CALL button to put your existing call on hold and make or answer a call on the other line. Press the non-active CALL button to switch back and forth between calls. Select OFF to terminate the active call. This will automatically switch you to the call on the other line. Intercom page during a call If you receive an intercom page during a call, you can ignore it, or press INTERCM to take the intercom call and put your outside call on hold. Press the flashing CALL button to resume your external call. Making and answering calls To answer a call, press the flashing CALL button. If Auto Answer is activated, the call will be answered when you lift the handset from the base (see page 16). To make calls: · Press LIST/CALL to see your Skype contact list. Press Vor ^to highlight a name, then press LIST/CALL to dial. To narrow the list, select SKYPE to see only a list of Skype contacts, or SKYPEOUT to see only a list of SkypeOut contacts. Refer to page 20 for instructions on searching by name. Note:You cannot add, edit, or modify your Skype contact list using the handset. You must update your contact list from your computer. · To make a SkypeOut call to a standard phone, enter ("pre-dial") the number, then press LIST/CALL to dial. The phone will add a "+" necessary to make a SkypeOut call. (After a few calls to the same number, you may be prompted to add the number to your contact list.) · To make a standard telephone call, press CALL/FLASH, then dial a number (or pre-dial the number first, then press CALL/FLASH to dial). · While pre-dialing, press CLEAR to erase digits one by one, or press and hold CLEAR to delete all and begin again. · To hang up after your call, press OFF (or return the handset to the base). Last number redial Press REDIAL to display the most recently called number. You can use the V^ buttons to view the 10 most recently called numbers. 3335559876 PAT JONES > INTERCM Press to make Press to make or answer or answer Internet call standard call MICROPHONE MUTED INTERCM MUTE Note: To make or receive Internet calls, you must establish a SkypeTM account (see page 9), and your computer must be on and connected to the Internet. Note: You cannot use this telephone to start a SkypeTM conference call. Note: Calls will be placed on hold if you press the Phonebook, Redial or CID buttons. Press the flashing CALL button to resume your call. ON HELD MUTE PAT WILLIAMS 02/14 12:34 STORE DELETE Status symbols for Internet calls Online/SkypeMe · Press either CALL button to redial any number. · Select STORE to add the displayed number to your phonebook (see page 17 to edit). · Select DELETE to delete the displayed number from the redial memory. 12 Press to switch to Internet call Press to switch to standard call ? X Away/Status Unknown Not Available/Do Not Disturb/Invisible/Offline Using other functions during a call Your call is automatically put on hold if you use the Phonebook, Call Log or Redial functions. Press the flashing CALL button to resume your call. 13 Telephone Operation Press MENU to begin Telephone Operation VTECH INTERCM MENU Intercom and call transfers Some features described on this page are available only if you have purchased and registered optional expansion handsets (see page 25). Paging and intercom calls VTECH INTERCM MENU Handset settings At the feature menu you can change settings to customize how your handset works. Select MENU, then use the V^ buttons to scroll to the feature you want to change. As you scroll, the top menu item is always highlighted with a > character. Select OK to choose the highlighted item, then use the V^ buttons to scroll to the next feature you want to change. Press OFF at any time to cancel an operation, go back to the previous menu, or exit the menu display. (The menu will time out after 30 seconds of inactivity.) 1 Tones 1 Ring level: Press V^ repeatedly to hear sample volume levels, then select OK to save the current level. If you turn the ringer off, the warning message "Ringer Off" will be displayed when the phone is idle. 2 Ring pattern: Select type of call (1-Internet or 2Standard), select OK, then press V^ repeatedly to hear sample ring patterns. You can choose a different ring pattern for each type of call. Select OK, to save the current ring pattern. 3 Key beep: The handset is factory programmed to beep at each keypress. Select OK to toggle key beeps on or off (a checkmark appears when on). Press OFF to save & exit. 4 Contact alert: This tone alerts you when someone on your Internet contact list is online. Select OK to toggle this alert on or off (a checkmark appears when on). Press OFF to save & exit. 2 Handset name At this menu you can customize the name that appears on the handset screen when the phone is idle. If you have multiple handsets, the name will also appear in their intercom call lists. See page 19 to learn how to enter letters. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to erase letters. Select OK to save the name and exit. 15 2 > LIVING ROOM 3 BEDROOM OK The intercom allows you to communicate with expansion handsets without using an outside line. Select INTERCM to see a list of active handsets. Press the V^ buttons to highlight the set you want (or choose CALL ALL to page all handsets). Select OK to page the highlighted handset(s). To answer a page, select INTERCM. Press OFF to end the call. If you receive an outside call while using the intercom, press the flashing CALL button to answer the outside call (this will end your intercom call). Call forward and call transfer During a conversation you can select INTERCM (this places your call on hold) to page another handset and send the call to it. Call Forward (stardard calls only): Press OFF before your intercom page is answered. If the paged handset is not answered in about 30 seconds, the external call will be returned to your handset. If you do not press CALL to answer within 30 seconds, the external call will be terminated. Call Transfer (standard or Internet calls): After your page is answered you can speak to the person at the remote handset. Either person can press OFF to release the external call to the other person. If no one answers the paged handset, press the flashing CALL button to retrieve the call. Handset locator If you misplace a handset, press LOCATE HANDSET at the base. All registered handsets will ring for 60 seconds to help you locate them. To stop the ringing, press OFF at the handset, or press LOCATE HANDSET at the base. 14 Highlighted menu item 1> TONES 2 HANDSET NAME OK Shortcut: Press Intercom, enter number of handset (or * to select all), then press OK to page. RINGER LEVEL ***___ OK 1> 2 OK Note: Intercom and call transfer features cannot be used when both Internet and standard telephone lines are in use . 3 > KEY BEEP 4 CONTACT ALRT OK 4 > CONTACT ALRT 1 RING LEVEL OK HANDSET NAME PAT _ OK Telephone Operation Telephone Operation Handset settings 3 Auto answer 3 > AUTO ANSWER 4 LANGUAGE OK Handset settings > shows current net status when you first enter the menu (before scrolling) 7 Net status At this menu you can log on, log off, or change how you are identified to the network of other SkypeTM users when you are online. Use the V^ buttons to highlight one of the status options listed below, then select OK to save your preference. 1 Offline: You cannot make or receive SkypeTM calls. 2 Online: You are logged in and available for calls. 3 Skype Me: Temporarily disables your privacy settings so you can be contacted by anyone on the global SkypeTM network. 4 Away: Your status is changed to Away when you are logged in, but have not used your computer for a short while (5 minutes by default; can be changed in SkypeTM Options). 5 Not available: Your status is changed to Not Available when you are logged in, but have not used your computer for a longer time (20 minutes by default; can be changed in SkypeTM Options). 6 Do not disturb: You can activate this status if you are busy and do not want to receive incoming calls. When on, incoming calls will be answered automatically when you lift the handset from the base. Select OK to toggle Auto Answer on or off (a checkmark appears when on). Press OFF to save & exit. 4 Language At this menu you can select the language used in all menus and screen displays. Use the V^ buttons to highlight English, Spanish or French, then select OK to save your preference. 5 Registration Use this feature to add a new handset, de-register or re-register your original handset if necessary. (You may need to do this if the handset displays "Search Base" after it has been in the base for more than 60 seconds.) Use the V^ buttons to highlight Register or Deregister, then select OK. See page 25 for further information. 6 Time & date You can choose to set the time and date manually, or have it updated automatically to match your PC time and date settings (if the USB cable is connected to an operating computer). 1 > OFFLINE 2 ONLINE OK 1 > ENGLISH 2 SPANISH OK 1 > REGISTER 2 DEREGISTER OK 1 > AUTOMATIC 2 MANUAL OK 7 Invisible: You can activate this status if you want to make but not receive Internet calls. Other users will see you listed as "Offline." Note: Visit www.skype.com for more information on using and configuring these options. * > KEY LOCK 1 TONES OK MM / DD / YY HH : MM AM PM Use the V^ buttons to highlight Automatic or Manual, then select OK to save your preference. If you select Manual, you will be prompted to enter the date and time (see directions at left). * Key lock This feature locks your telephone dial pad to prevent accidental button-presses. Select OK to lock the dial pad. To unlock, select MENU, then quickly press *. If you attempt to use the dial pad while it is locked, the directions for unlocking the dial pad will be displayed on screen. 17 For manual entry, use the dial pad to enter month, day, year, hour and minute, then select AM or PM. Appears when dial pad is locked KEYS LOCKED INTERCM MENU 16 Phonebook PAT WILLIAMS 5551234 EDIT DELETE Phonebook Shared phonebook directory The phonebook directory is stored in the base, and is shared by all handsets. Changes made at any handset will be reflected in all handsets. If you have multiple handsets, only one person at a time can use the phonebook. If a person using another handset attempts to use the phonebook, an error tone will be heard. The phonebook can store up to 160 entries. Each entry can contain a number up to 24 digits, and a name up to 16 letters long. A convenient search feature can help you find and dial numbers quickly (see page 20). Internet and standard calls You can use SkypeOut or your standard telephone line to call numbers entered in your phonebook. Just make sure each number is entered as it will be dialed (that is, include the area code and "1" prefix if required). The telephone will insert a "+" prefix to the number if you use SkpeOut to call a standard phone number. Note: To make Internet calls to standard telephone numbers, you must establish a Skype Out account (see page 4). For information on placing SkypeOut calls to international numbers, see page 27. Timeouts and error messages If you pause for too long while making an entry, the procedure will time out and you will have to begin again. If all memory locations are in use, an error message will be displayed. You will not be able to store a new number until you delete an existing one. VTECH INTERCM MENU New phonebook entries To create a new phonebook entry Press the PHONEBOOK button, then select NEW to add a new entry. Use the dial pad to enter up to 24 digits, then select OK. (Numbers must be entered as they will be dialed, including the area code and "1" prefix if required.) See page 12 to add a number from your redial list. See page 23 to add a number from your call log. · Press CLEAR to erase numbers if you make a mistake (or press and hold to erase all numbers). Phonebook button PHONEBOOK NEW PREVIEW EDIT NUMBER 5551234_ OK PAUSE · Select PAUSE to enter a 3-second dialing pause. To enter a name Press dial pad buttons once for the first letter, twice for the second, three times for the third. Continue for lower-case letters or numerals. (See page 31 for full character set.) Press once to enter "A" (5 times for "a") EDIT NAME PAT WILLIAMS_ OK 160 entries shared by all handsets 2 Press twice to enter "B" (6 times for "b") Press 3 times to enter "C" (7 times for "c") Press 4 times to enter "2" The cursor moves to the right when you press another dial pad button or the ^ button. Press the V button to move the cursor to the left. · Press 1 to enter a space. Press repeatedly to enter an ampersand (&), apostrophe ('), comma (,), period (.) or the digit "1". · Press CLEAR to erase letters if you make a mistake. · Press and hold CLEAR to erase all letters. Storing the entry Select OK to store your new phonebook entry. To change it later, see page 20. 18 19 Phonebook Phonebook VTECH INTERCM MENU Phonebook search Press the PHONEBOOK button, then select REVIEW to display the first entry in the phonebook. You can then press V or ^ to browse through the phonebook (see below to search by name). Press OFF at any time to exit the directory. To browse through the directory VTECH INTERCM MENU To dial, edit or delete entries See page 20 to find and display an entry you want to dial, edit or delete. To dial a number Phonebook button Phonebook button When any phonebook entry is displayed, press CALL/FLASH to dial the displayed number. If you have established a Skype Out account, you can press LIST/CALL to make an Internet call to the number (a "+" prefix will be added to the number). To delete an entry PHONEBOOK NEW REVIEW To browse, press V or ^ to scroll through all entries one by one. Entries will be displayed alphabetically by the first letter in the name. Only the last 15 characters of an entry can be displayed. To view longer names or numbers, select EDIT, then press V to move the cursor to the left. To search by name PHONEBOOK NEW REVIEW ANDREW 5556789 EDIT DELETE ANDREW 5556789 EDIT DELETE V BARBARA 5559876 EDIT DELETE 5 JENNIFER 5554321 EDIT DELETE When any entry is displayed, you can press a dial pad button to display the first name beginning with a letter associated with that button. Press dial pad buttons once for the first letter, twice for the second, three times for the third, as shown on the previous page. For example, press 5 (jkl) once to find Jennifer, twice to find Kevin, or three times to find Linda. The phonebook will cycle through 3 or 4 entries, depending on the number of letters on the key. If there aren't any names associated with one of the letters, the next alphabetically listed entry will be displayed. To call a displayed number When you find the entry you want, press CALL to dial. Or select EDIT (before dialing) to modify the entry (see next page). Note: If you press the Call/Flash button and go offhook before pressing the PHONEBOOK button, you will not be able to call the displayed number. 20 EDIT NUMBER 5556789_ OK PAUSE When any phonebook entry is displayed, select DELETE to delete the displayed entry from the phonebook. Once deleted, an entry cannot be recovered. To edit an entry EDIT NAME ANDREW & JANE_ OK When any phonebook entry is displayed, select EDIT to modify the entry. (See page 19 for help in editing the name or number.) Change the number as needed, then select OK. Change the name as needed, then select OK to save the entry. The modified entry will be displayed for your review. 7 PAT 5551234 EDIT DELETE ANDREW & JANE 5556789 EDIT DELETE 21 Caller ID Logs Caller ID Logs NEW VTECH INTERCM MENU To review your call log To review your call log Press CID to review your call log. The most recent call is displayed first. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the list as shown at left. How Caller ID works If you subscribe to Caller ID service provided by your local phone company, information about each caller will be displayed after the first or second ring. Call log button Time & date of call Entry number New or old call NEW 08:15AM 02/14 PAT WILLIAMS 5551234 08:15AM 34 OF 34 PAT WILLIAMS 5551234 NEW 02/14 Caller's name Caller's number 08:15AM 02/14 34 OF 34 PAT WILLIAMS 5551234 STORE DELETE To return a call When any call log entry is displayed, press CALL/FLASH to dial the displayed number, or press # repeatedly to see alternate dialing formats (you can choose to dial with or without the area code or "1" prefix). If you have established a Skype Out account, you can press LIST/CALL to make an Internet call to the number (a "+" prefix will be added to the number). Other options V 08:09AM 02/14 33 OF 34 CHRIS THOMPSON 5554321 STORE DELETE Screen shows number of calls after a new call is received NEW VTECH 34 CALLS / 1 NEW INTERCM MENU Calls received by all handsets are stored in a shared call log that can store 50 entries. You can review the log to find out who has called, return the call without dialing, or copy the caller's name and number into your phonebook. After the call log is full, the oldest entry is deleted to make room for new entries. V 05:22PM 02/13 32 OF 34 JEFFREY ADAMS 5556789 STORE DELETE · Select DELETE to delete the displayed entry from your call log. · Press and hold DELETE to delete all entries from your call log. When asked to confirm, select YES to clear your call log of all entries, or NO to exit and leave all call log entries intact. · Select STORE to copy this entry into your phonebook. If you want to change the name or number before storing it in your phonebook, press # repeatedly to choose the correct dialing format, or select EDIT to change the name. If the name or number are not provided, you will be prompted to enter them. Select OK to store the new entry in your phonebook. Note: Only call records received on your standard telephone line can be copied into the phonebook. You cannot copy numbers received on your Internet line. Status symbols for Internet calls Online/SkypeMe If you answer a call before the information appears on the screen, it will not be saved in your call log. About names Names of callers will be displayed only if this information is provided by your local telephone company. If the telephone number of the person calling matches a number in your phonebook, the name that appears on screen will match the name as you entered it into your phonebook. (Example: If "Christine Smith" calls, her name will appear as "Chris" if this is how you entered it into your phonebook.) If someone in your Internet contact list is currently online, a checkmark will be displayed after the name in your call log. 22 ? X Away/Status Unknown Not Available/Do Not Disturb/Invisible/Offline 23 Appendix Appendix Screen icons and indicator lights Handset screen icons Adding new handsets Your telephone can accommodate up to 4 cordless handsets. You can add new handsets (sold separately) at any time. Before using a new handset, you must first install and charge the batteries for 15 hours (see page 7). After the batteries are fully charged, follow the procedure below to register the handset to the base. Press MENU to begin NOT REGISTERED Telephone line Internet line MUTE NEW MENU Intercom Low battery (place handset in base or charger to recharge) Dial pad locked (to unlock, select MENU then press MUTE 1 Select MENU. 2 Highlight "Register," then select OK. The screen will display, "Search Base". 3 Press and hold the LOCATE HANDSET button on the base for at least 30 seconds. 4 The handset should beep to indicate the registration has completed. You will be prompted to enter a name for the new handset (see page 17 for help in entering names). We strongly recommend that you give each handset a distinctive name, to simplify paging and intercom use. 5 Select OK to save the new handset name. The name you enter will be displayed on screen when the handset is idle, and in intercom paging lists. If the above procedure does not work, see page 29 for further suggestions. *) 1 > REGISTER 2 DEREGISTER OK Microphone is muted (select MUTE to resume conversation) New calls (press CID to review call log) NEW Status symbols for Internet calls Online/SkypeMe SEARCH BASE ? X Indicator lights Away/Status Unknown Not Available/Do Not Disturb/Invisible/Offline HANDSET NAME PAT_ OK PAT INTERCM MENU INTERNET LINE On when Internet line is in use. Flashes slowly when call is on hold. Flashes quickly when line is ringing. TELEPHONE LINE On when telephone line is in use. Flashes slowly when call is on hold. Flashes quickly when line is ringing. 24 25 Appendix Appendix In case of difficulty If you have difficulty with your phone, please try the suggestions below. For customer service, please visit our Web site at www.vtechphones.com, or call 1-888-347-2005 (USA) or 1-800-267-7377 (Canada). Problems making or receiving calls · · · · Make sure batteries are installed and charged correctly (see page 7). Make sure the AC adapter is firmly plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Make sure the telephone line cord and USB cable are properly connected (see page 5). If these suggestions do not work, unplug the base, remove and re-insert the batteries, then follow the steps on page 25 to re-register the handset. Make sure the USB cable is plugged firmly into the telephone base and a working USB port in your computer (see page 5). Make sure your PC is powered on, and not in a standby or hibernating state. If the USB cable is plugged into a router or hub, try connecting it directly to the PC. Make sure your computer meets the minimum requirements and all software has been properly installed (see page 9). You must establish a SkypeTM account before using the Internet line. Launch your browser and check to see if you can connect to the Internet. You must establish an Internet connection to make calls. Activate your Vtech Cordless Phone Suite software, click on the Status tab, and make sure all four boxes are checked. Unchecked boxes may help you identify the source of the problem. Check your Net Status to make sure you are online with the SkypeTM network (see page 17). Unplug the base, remove and re-insert the batteries, then follow the steps on page 25 to re-register the handset. Make sure batteries are installed and charged correctly (see page 7). Make sure the AC adapter is firmly plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch. If these suggestions do not work, visit www.skype.com/help to check for other solutions. Or call VTech Customer Service at the numbers listed above. In case of difficulty Handset displays Launch your SkypeTM software and follow the steps below: "No VoIP Clients · Click Tools > Options > Privacy Menu > Related Tasks. Running" · · · Click Manage other programs' access to Skype. Select Vtech, then click the Change button. Click Allow this program to access Skype, then click OK. No audio on Internet calls Launch your SkypeTM software and follow the steps below: · · Click Tools > Options > Sound Devices Menu. Set "Audio In" to Cordless USB Phone. Set "Audio Out" to Cordless USB Phone. Set "Ringing" to Cordless USB Phone, then click OK. Problems with Internet line · · · · · Problems using SkypeOut You may enter numbers at the computer or the handset. To use the handset, choose one of the methods listed below: · · · Enter "00" + "Country code" + "National prefix (if needed)" + (number) Enter "011" + "Country code" + "National prefix (if needed)" + (number) Launch the Vtech Cordless Phone Suite software, click the Options tab, then check the box marked Add international prefix and country code. Then enter "National prefix (if needed)" + (number). · · · · · · · Problems check- Check your Net Status when you first enter the menu (before scrolling). When you scroll, the highlight character (>) will follow your selection, no ing Net Status longer indicating your current Net Status. on handset You can also launch the SkypeTM software to review or change your Net Status (click on the icon in the bottom left corner of the screen). Problems with conference calls using the handset You must use SkypeTM to start the conference call, then quickly press the LIST/CALL button to join the call using the cordless handset. Call transfer immediately displays "Ring Back'' You must wait until you hear the other handset ring before pressing Off/Clear to complete the call transfer. If you press Off/Clear to send the call to the other handset too quickly, you may cause the original handset to generate the "Ring Back'' message. NOTE: The term "base" above refers to the telephone base, not the charger provided with expansion handsets. NOTE: The term "base" above refers to the telephone base, not the charger provided with expansion handsets. 26 27 Appendix Appendix In case of difficulty If you hear noise or interference during a call · · · You may be out of range. Move the handset closer to the base. Appliances plugged into the same circuit as the base can cause interference. Try moving the appliance or base to another outlet. The layout of your home or office might be limiting the operating range. Try moving the base to another location, preferably on an upper floor. If the buttons don't work, try placing the handset in the base for at least 15 seconds. Disconnect the base from the modular jack and plug in a corded telephone. If calls are still not clear, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local telephone service company. If only Internet calls do not ring, make sure your computer is on, connected to the Internet, and all required software is running. Make sure the ringer for the non-ringing line is on (see page 15). Make sure the telephone line cord and AC adapter are plugged in properly (see page 5). Move the handset closer to the base. You might have too many extension phones on your telephone line to allow all of them to ring. Try unplugging some of them. In case of difficulty Manual handset registration If the error message "Not Registered" is displayed, return the handset to the base. After 60 seconds the handset should beep to indicate that registration is completed. If registration fails, follow the steps below to deregister and reregister your handset: 1 Select MENU. 2 Press 3 4 · · V until "Registration" is displayed, then select OK. Press V until "Deregister" is highlighted, then select OK. Press V until affected handset is highlighted, then select OK. 5 At the "Deregister?" confirmation prompt, select OK. 6 Press and hold the LOCATE HANDSET button on the base for at least 5 seconds. 7 Select MENU. 8 Press Phone does not ring · · · · · V until "Registration" is highlighted, then select OK. 9 Select OK to display "Search Base," then wait a few seconds. If registration is successful, you will be prompted to enter a handset name. If the "Not Registered" message is still displayed, call VTech Customer Support at the numbers listed on page 26. If you have lost or broken a handset, you should de-register it from the base. Using a handset that is registered to the base, follow the steps below to de-register the lost or broken handset: 1 Select MENU. 2 Press Handset does not work · If the error message "Not Registered" is displayed, return the handset to the base. If the error message remains after 60 seconds, you will have to manually re-register the handset (see next page). Lost or broken handsets 3 Press Intercom or call transfer does not work · Intercom and call transfer features cannot be used when both Internet and standard telephone lines are in use. Try again when one line is free. 4 V until "Registration" is displayed, then select OK. V until "Deregister" is highlighted, then select OK. Press V until affected handset is highlighted, then select OK. 5 At the "Deregister?" confirmation prompt, select OK. Once that handset has been de-registered, you may attempt to register the new handset. Wrong date or time · The telephone's date and time are taken from your PC. Make sure your PC is set to the correct time and date. Only one call will The USB7100 can only ring for one incoming call at a time (Skype, standard, or intercom). If you receive a second call before answering the first ring at a time call, you will not be notified of the second call until after the first call is answered. However, if you receive an incoming call while calling ALL handsets (select * from the INTERCM menu), the incoming call will take priority over the intercom call. NOTE: The term "base" above refers to the telephone base, not the charger provided with expansion handsets. NOTE: The term "base" above refers to the telephone base, not the charger provided with expansion handsets. 28 29 Appendix Appendix Care and maintenance Your cordless telephone contains sensitive electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment: Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water: Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install your base unit near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms: Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, use caution when using electric appliances during storms. Cleaning your telephone: Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents. Dial pad text entry To enter text, press dial pad buttons once for the first letter, twice for the second, three times for the third, etc. See chart below for full character set. Example: Press once to enter "A" (5 times for "a") 2 Number of button presses 1 2 & B E H K N Q U X 3 ` C F I L O R V Y 4 , 2 3 4 5 6 S 8 Z 5 . a d g j m 7 t 9 Press twice to enter "B" (6 times for "b") Press 3 times to enter "C" (7 times for "c") Press 4 times to enter "2" 6 1 b e h k n p u w 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 space A D G J M P T W 0 c f i l o q v x y z r s · Press CLEAR to delete letters if you make a mistake. · Press and hold CLEAR to delete all letters and start over. 30 31 Appendix Appendix 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 2 3 4 5 6 Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink or swimming pool). Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf, or stand. The product may fall, causing serious damage. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are provided for ventilation. To help prevent overheating, do not place 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. 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. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may be stepped on or tripped over. 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. Important safety instructions 12 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions: · When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. · If liquid has been spilled onto the product. · If the product has been exposed to rain or water. · 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. · If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged. · If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13 Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 14 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. WARNING: Put the handset of your telephone next to your ear only when it is in normal talk mode (off-hook). There is a potential risk of hearing damage or loss if the telephone were to ring while the handset is next to your ear. WARNING: Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water. If your base unit should fall into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the unit out by the unplugged cords. 7 8 9 10 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. It should be opened only by technicians at 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. Improper reassembly 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. 32 33 Appendix Appendix Warranty What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this VTech product, VTech Communications, warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase ("Consumer" or "you") that the product and all accessories provided by VTech in the sales package ("Product") are free from material defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with operation instructions, This limited warranty extends only to the Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America. Warranty What is not covered by this limited warranty? This limited warranty does not cover: 1 Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other liquid intrusion; or 2 Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or 3 Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability or cable or antenna systems; or 4 Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech electrical accessories; or 5 Product whose warranty/quality stickers, Product serial numbers plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or 6 Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes); or 7 Product returned without valid proof of purchase (see 2 below); or 8 Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced product under this limited warranty to you, transportation, delivery or handling charges prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit. · If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty. There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification. State Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from date of purchase. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. · In no event shall VTECH be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the product, or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this product, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. What will VTECH Communications do if the Product is not free from material defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period ("Materially Defective Product")? During the limited warranty period, VTech's authorized service representative will repair or replace at VTech's option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we repair this product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to replace this product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished product of the same or similar design. VTech will return repaired or replacement products to you in working condition. VTech will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of Product, at VTech's option, is your exclusive remedy. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days. What must you return with the Product to get warranty service? 1 Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; 2 Include "valid proof of purchase" (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and 3 Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number. Other Limitations · This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this product. The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech's responsibilities regarding the product. How long is the limited warranty period? The limited warranty period for the product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase if we repair or replace a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty. This limited warranty also applies to repaired or replacement Products for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty, whichever is longer. How do you get warranty service? · To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, call 1- 888- 347- 2005 for instructions regarding where to return the Product. Before calling for service, please check the user's manual. A check of the Product controls and features may save you a service call. Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport of Product(s) to · 34 35 Appendix Appendix FCC, ACTA and IC regulations This equipment complies with Parts 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephone company. This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: VTech Communications Inc. CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-888-347-2005. In Canada, call VTech Telecommunications Canada Ltd. at 1800-267-7377 for repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected. · · · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC, ACTA and IC regulations 2. Connection and use with the nationwide telephone network The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with the applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in this user's manual. This equipment may not be used with Coin Telephone Lines or with Party Lines. [Connection to Party Line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.] If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line, ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. 3. Repair instructions If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty. 4. Rights of the telephone company If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone company is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone company is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product. The telephone company is required to notify you if such changes are planned. 5. Hearing aid compatibility If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. 6. Programming/testing of emergency numbers If this product has memory dialing locations, you may choose to store police, fire department and emergency medical service telephone numbers in these locations. If you do, please keep three things in mind: a. We recommend that you also write the telephone number on the directory card, so that you can still dial the emergency number manually if the memory dialing feature doesn't work. b. This feature is provided only as a convenience, and the manufacturer assumes no responsibility for customer reliance upon the memory feature. c. Testing the emergency telephone numbers you have stored is not recommended. However, if you do make a call to an emergency number: · You must remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up. · Programming/testing of emergency numbers should be performed during off-peak hours, such as in the early morning or late evening, when the emergency services tend to be less busy. 7. Electrical safety advisory It is advisable to install a safety approved AC surge arrester in the AC outlet to which this device is connected. This is to avoid equipment damage by local lightning strikes or other electrical surges. ·