TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..............................2 Parts Check List:.............................3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...4 HANDSET BATTERIES...................6 Charging the Handset Batteries......6 Replacing The Handset Batteries...7 GETTING STARTED........................8 Setting Up Your VTech 900i...........8 WALL MOUNTING...........................10 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE..........11 INITIAL POWER-UP......................11 VTech 900i Cordless Telephone...11 VTech 900i Integrated Telephone Answering Device (ITAD)..............12 CORDLESS PHONE OPERATION...13 Making Calls...................................13 Disconnecting..................................13 To Put A Call On Hold..................13 The Mute Feature...........................13 Changing Channels........................14 Temporary Tone.............................14 Programming the Ringer Type......14 Turning Off The Ringer..................15 Checking the Ringer.......................15 Memory Dialing..............................15 To Store a Number into Memory..15 To Dial a Number From Memory..16 To Change or Replace a Stored Number.16 Storing Pauses in Memory............16 Using Redial...................................16 Storing a Redial Number in Memory Dial.17 The Page Feature..........................17 Tone Definitions.............................17 INTEGRATED TELEPHONE ANSWERING DEVICE (ITAD) OPERATION................18 LCD DISPLAY................................18 LCD Display lcons..........................18 LCD Display Digits.........................19 BASE KEYPAD FUNCTIONS......19 Main Function Keys........................19 Message Playback Keys...............22 INITIAL SET-UP............................23 Ring Type Programmi...................23 Security Code Programming..........23 Time and Day Setup...................24 Mailbox Programming..................24 Selecting the Announcement........25 Recording the Announcement......25 Leaving a Message.....................26 Recording a Memo......................26 Listening to Messages...................27 REMOTE OPERATION OF ITAD......29 ACTIVATING REMOTE OPERATION..29 To activate remote operation from your cordless handset...........................29 To activate remote operation from a different telephone line.................29 VOICE PROMPTS........................30 Listening to Messages.................31 Changing the Announcement......31 Recording a Memo......................31 REMOTE COMMANDS.................32 MAINTENANCE...............................35 OUT OF RANGE INDICATION.......36 IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY..............37 WARRANTY STATEMENT..............39 FCC AND IC REGULATIONS........40 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.....43 1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most sophisticated cordless telephones on the market! The VTech 900i has been designed to offer a new standard in cordless telephone technology. Unlike most other cordless phones, the VTech 900i digitizes your voice to give the minimum amount of noise. In most conditions you will not be able to tell you are using a cordless phone. Gone a re the annoy anc e s o f s ta ti c , interference and having to listen to other people's conversations on your cordless phone. The VTech 900i scrambles your voice before it transmits it. This allows you the security of knowing that no one can tune in and eavesdrop on your conversations. The phone will also alert you when you are "Out of Range" even when you're not using the phone! In this way you will not miss an incoming call just because you were not close enough to the base unit. Cordless Telephone Features: · 10 Number Speed Dial Memory · 10 Channels of Operation · Automatic Channel Selection · 65,000 security code combinations Page · HOLD, REDIAL, MUTE and FLASH features · Programmable Ringer Types · Digital Volume Adjust · Temporary Tone Dialing The VTech 900i base unit includes an Integrated Telephone Answering Device (ITAD). It uses digital memory to record messages, eliminating the need for cassette tapes. You can access your messages from the base unit, the handset or from a remote location. 2 ITAD Features: · Up to 30 minutes standard record time. · Base LCD display for ease and clarity of operation. · Time and day stamp for incoming messages. · Digital message counter indicates number of messages received. · Auto disconnect stops ITAD from answering call when an extension is picked up. · Skip messages, scan forwards or backwards through your messages instantly. · Selective message delete allows you to keep important messages. · Message length control; stops recording after 5 seconds of silence in recorded message. · Memory backup to protect against power failure. · Ring pick-up selection; unit can be set to pick-up and record messages after 2 rings, 4 rings or play announcement only with no message recorded. · Toll saver for remote operation. · Memo record capability. · Programmable security code for remote operation. · Volume control with 4 levels for the ITAD speaker. · 4 individual mailboxes for personalized message storage and retrieval. This manual is designed to familiarize you with the VTech 900i. To get the most use out of your VTech 900i, we strongly recommend you read the manual before using your phone. INTRODUCTION Parts Check List: 1. Handset 2. Base unit and AC adapter 3. Telephone line cord 4. Molded Battery pack 5. Wall mounting screws and caps 6. Wall mounting bracket 3 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 to persons, including the following: 1. R e a d a n d u n d e r s t a n d a l l 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 cleaners 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 cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation where proper ventilation is not provided. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots 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 a qualified serviceman when some service or repair work is required. Opening or removing cabinet parts other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used. In addition, attempting to service the unit yourself may void your warranty. 11. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 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 to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into 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 because improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lighting. 14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 5 HANDSET BATTERIES Charging the Handset Batteries The handset of your VTech 900i cordless telephone is powered by rechargeable batteries. They charge automatically whenever the handset is in the base. You should charge the batteries for 24 hours when you first receive your phone. You'll know the batteries need charging when: · The phone beeps when you press the PHONE key. · The LOW BAT / MUTE LED is flashing. · The handset seems completely dead and does not beep when you press the keys. To Charge The Batteries Place the handset in the base unit. The CHARGE indicator will light to show the handset is seated properly and the batteries are charging. The CHARGE indicator will flash if the handset battery is not charged enough for the handset to operate. Once the battery reaches the minimum level needed to operate, the CHARGE indicator will illuminate steadily and the battery will continue to charge up to its full potential. It is recommended that the battery be charged for 24 hours. You can use your telephone before that with diminished capacity, but it is best to let them charge fully. To maximize the charge capacity of the NiCad battery pack, recharge the battery for several cycles. Once you have properly conditioned the rechargeable battery, the maximum battery life should be 6 hours of continuous talk time or 5 days of standby. I T I S I M P O S S I B L E TO OV E R CHARGE THE BATTERIES If the Batteries Don't Recharge The battery pack can be recharged many times, but if you get a low-battery signal even after 24 hours of charging, the battery pack should be replaced. Optional Accessory Battery and Charger Your 900i uses a molded battery pack which may need to be replaced at some point in the future. VTech offers an accessory battery, as well as a battery and charger (model# TBC-900) which is compatible with your 900i. Please contact your local VTech dealer, or call VTech directly. To purchase replacement battery packs and other accessories: In the US call: VTECH Communications at 1-800-624-5688 In Canada call: VTECH Electronics at 1-800-267-7377 6 HANDSET BATTERIES Replacing The Handset Batteries 1. Remove the old molded battery pack by pressing on the battery release button and slide the battery downward. CAUTION: To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Injury to Persons, Read and Follow the Instructions 1. Use only Vtech battery, part number: 80-4016-00-00. 2. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. 3. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns. 4. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. 2. Discard the old battery pack. Don't put the old battery pack in a trash compactor or a fire - it could burst. 3. Slide the new molded battery pack on its track, until it is firmly in place. 4. The new molded battery pack must be charged before using your telephone. Place the handset in the cradle of the base unit to allow it to charge for 24 hours. IMPORTANT: Do not dispose of this battery into household garbage. For information on recycling or proper disposal, consult your local solid waste collection or disposal organization. 7 GETTING STARTED Setting Up Your VTech 900i 1. Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack. 4. Plug the AC power adapter into an electrical outlet. The ON/OFF LED will flash during initialization for about 20 seconds. After initialization of the ITAD, the LCD clock display will flash until it is set. NOTE: Connect power to the base unit before placing the handset in the cradle. 4. Set the TONE/PULSE switch on the base unit. If you have touch tone service on your phone line, set the switch to TONE. If you have rotary service, set the switch to PULSE. AC ELECTRICAL OUTLET TELEPHONE WALL JACK 2. Install optional 9V back-up battery in compartment located on underside of 900i base unit. This battery retains memory in the event of a power outage. VTech recommends the use of an alkaline battery. 5. Fill in the telephone number card on th ...