INTRODUCTION
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8.
Belt Clip
Wall mount bracket
Parts Check List:
ANY KEY ANSWER 30 CHANNEL OPERATION
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Handset
Base Unit
To purchase replacement battery packs, call
VTECH Communications at 1-800-595-9511.
In Canada, call VTECH Electronics at 1-800-
267-7377.
9117
Telephone line cord
Locking Screw
AC adapter
TWO TONE DESIGN
Battery Pack
USER’S MANUAL
HANDSET
BASE UNIT
TELEPHONE LINE CORD
LOCKING SCREW
AC ADAPTER
VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD.
BATTERY PACK
BELT CLIP
WALL MOUNT BRACKET
Printed in China
91-5111-11-00
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REPLACING THE HANDSET BATTERIES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the locking screw on the bottom of
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. Read and understand all instructions.
the Handset, then slide the battery cover off
by gently pressing on the recessed area with
a downward motion.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2. Unplug and remove the old battery pack.
Don't put the old battery pack in a trash
compactor or a fire - it could burst.
3. Plug in the replacement battery pack. Place
the battery pack in the compartment with the
battery cord resting on top of it.
4. Replace the battery cover by sliding it into
place. Gently tighten the locking screw.
5. The new 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 16 hours. Maximum battery life between
charges is more than 7 hours of continuous
talk time or 6 days of standby.
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.
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.
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.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions:
1. Use only VTECH battery.
10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is
required, contact VTech Customer Service at 1-800-595-9511. 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.
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:
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.
a) When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
The RBRC™ Seal
b) If liquid has been spilled into the product.
The RBRC® Seal on the nickel-cadmium battery indicates that VTech
Communications, Inc. is voluntarily participating in an industry program to
collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, when taken
out of service within the United States and Canada.
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 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.
The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-cadmium batteries
into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area.
VTech’s participation with RBRC® makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local
retailers participating in the RBRC® program or at authorized VTech product service centers. Please
call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans / restrictions
in your area. VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our
environment and conserving natural resources.
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
RBRC® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TONE/PULSE Setting
If you have touch tone service on phone line.
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Press 5 to turn off the ringer
Press the MEM key to confirm
To turn the ringer on again, see
Programming the Ringer Type.
Press PROG,
,
,MEM to switch to TONE
dialing. If you have rotary service, press PROG,
, # ,MEM to switch to PULSE.
NOTE: Your VT9117 is preset at the factory
for TONE dialing.
Checking The Ringer
To check the ringer which is currently
programmed, do the following:
Temporary Tone
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Press PROG
Press the # key
Press 0
PHONE LED
PHONE KEY
If you have a rotary (dial-pulse) telephone
service, (TONE/PULSE setting is set to
PULSE), this feature allows you to enter
special codes and tones to operate answering
machines, use electronic banking services,
calling cards, or other special services.
First, dial the call normally. Then activate the
Temporary Tone feature by pressing TONE (the
key). You can then press the numbers or
symbols you need, and your phone will send
the proper signals.
OFF KEY
REDIAL KEY
Press the MEM key to confirm
Memory Dialing
The VT9117 can store up to 10 different phone
numbers that you can dial just by pressing
phone, MEM and one of the number keys (0-
9).
CHANNEL KEY
MEM KEY
PROG KEY
VOLUME SWITCH
Programming Speed Dial Numbers
The handset must be OFF.
1. Press PROG. The PHONE LED will blink
to indicate that you are in the programming
mode.
2. Press the number of the memory location
you wish to store the number in (0-9).
3. Using the dial pad, dial the number you
want to store. The number can be up to 16
digits long. The number can be entered
manually or by using REDIAL.
To end the call, press OFF or place the handset
back in the base. The phone will automatically
go back to rotary (dial-pulse) service.
IN USE LED
POWER LED
PAGE KEY
CHARGING LED
Programming The Ringer Type
The handset ringer is capable of four different
types of ringing tones. The following sections
detail how to change the different tones and to
turn off a ringer on the handset.
To program, the handset must be OFF.
To select a different ringer type do the following:
Making Calls
To answer a call when the handset is in the
base, just pick up the handset.
Pick up the handset and press PHONE. When
you hear a dial tone, dial the number. The
PHONE LED will illuminate while the Handset
is in use.
If you make a mistake when dialing, press OFF
to hang up, then press PHONE to get the dial
tone again.
To answer a call when the handset is away
from the base, just press any key on the
handset (except OFF). This is very useful in a
dark environment; you do not have to fumble
around looking for the PHONE key to answer
the call.
4. Press MEM to store the phone number to
the key you selected.
The phone now exits PROG mode and emits
a tone.
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Press PROG
Press the # key.
Press a key 1..4 to select a ringer type.
Press the MEM key to confirm.
You must always press PHONE before you can
dial a call on the handset.
Disconnecting
Speed Number Dialing
To end a call, either place the handset back in
the base, or press OFF on the handset.
Turning Off The Ringer
To turn off the ringer on the handset, do the
following:
1. Press PHONE to get a dial tone.
2. Press MEM and the memory location
number key (0-9).
For example, to dial the number you assigned
to key '8', you would press PHONE, MEM, 8.
Answering Calls
When an incoming call is ringing, the IN USE
LED on the base and PHONE LED on the
handset will flash. To make sure your phone
rings when the handset is away from the base,
please keep the base antenna in the upright
position.
Changing Channels
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Press PROG
Press the # key
If you notice interference when using your
handset, press CHAN to switch to a clear
channel. This function is only available when
you are on a call.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
THE HANDSET DOES NOT RING WHEN YOU
RECEIVE A CALL.
If you have difficulty operating your phone, the
suggestions below should solve the problem. If
you still have difficulty after trying these
suggestions,
To Change or Replace a Speed Dial
Number
To change or replace a stored number in speed
dial memory simply enter the new number and
store it in the memory location you wish to
change.
For example, to change the number stored in
memory position 7 to 555-1111, you would
press PROG, 7, 555-1111, MEM.
4. Dial 555-1234
5. Press MEM
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Ensure that the ringer is turned on.
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged
firmly into the base unit and the telephone
jack. Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
You may be too far from the base unit.
You may have too many extension phones
on your telephone line to allow all of them to
ring. Try unplugging some of the other phones.
Using REDIAL
In the US Call:
To REDIAL the last number you called, press
PHONE then press REDIAL. The phone will
automatically dial the number.
VTECH Communications at
1-800-595-9511.
In Canada Call:
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VTECH Electronics at
1-800-267-7377.
Storing a Redial Number into Speed Dial
To store the last number you dialed as a Speed
Dial number, press PROG, a location number
(0-9), REDIAL, MEM.
YOUR CALLER FADES IN AND OUT.
You may be nearly out of range. Move closer, or
relocate the base.
THE PHONE DOESN'T WORK AT ALL.
Storing Pauses in Memory
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Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged
firmly into the base unit and the telephone wall
jack.
To insert a pause in a phone number, press
PAUSE. The pause is 2 seconds in length. For
longer pauses, press PAUSE two or more
times. Each additional press indicates an
additional 2 second pause.
If your phone is connected to a PBX you can
store the PBX access number and a pause
before the phone number. For example, to
store 9-PAUSE-555-1234 in memory location
8 do the following:
YOU HEAR OTHER CALLS WHILE USING
YOUR PHONE.
The Page Feature
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Make sure the batteries are properly charged.
If the handset makes two beeps, the batteries
need charging. If the IN USE indicators do not
light when you press PHONE, you must
charge the batteries.
From the base unit, press PAGE to signal the
person at the handset. To end the page at the
base, press PAGE again. To end the page at
the handset, press OFF.
If the Handset is in use ( off hock) when PAGE
is pressed on the Base Unit, the Handset will
emit one page alert. If the Handset is not in
use (on hook), the page alert will continue for
approximately 60 seconds.
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Replace the handset in the base cradle, wait
a few moments and try again.
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Disconnect your base unit from the telephone
jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If you
still hear other calls, the problem is probably
in your wiring or local service. Call your local
telephone company.
If you recently installed a new battery pack,
make sure it is installed correctly.
NO DIAL TONE.
YOU HEAR NOISE IN THE HANDSET, AND
NONE OF THE KEYS OR BUTTONS WORK.
1. Press PROG
2. Press 8
3. Press 9
4. Press REDIAL / PAUSE
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First check all the suggestions above.
If you still don't hear a dial tone, disconnect
the base unit from the telephone jack and
connect a different phone. If there is no dial
tone on that phone either, the problem is in
your wiring or local service. Call your local
telephone company.
This feature is useful in locating
a
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Make sure the power cord is plugged in.
Your base unit and handset may not be
operating on the same channel or security
code. Place the handset in the cradle for a
few moments to reload the security code and
reset the channel.
misplaced Handset.
YOU GET NOISE, STATIC, ORAWEAK SIGNAL
EVEN WHEN YOU'RE NEAR THE BASE UNIT.
Household appliances plugged into the same
circuit as the base unit can sometimes cause
interference. Try moving the appliance or the base
unit to another outlet.
COMMON CURE FOR ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT
Electronics, like people, can sometimes get
confused. If the unit does not seem to be
responding normally, then try putting the handset
in the cradle to re-initialize the unit. If it still does
not seem to respond, perform the following steps
(in the order listed):
YOU GET NOISE, STATIC, ORAWEAK SIGNAL
WHEN YOU'RE AWAY FROM THE BASE UNIT.
1. Disconnect the power to the Base.
2. Disconnect the Handset battery pack.
3. Wait a few minutes.
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You may be out of range. Either move closer
to the base, or relocate the base unit.
The layout of your home may be limiting the
range. Try moving the base unit to the second
or third floor, or to some other location.
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4. Connect power to the Base.
5. Reconnect the Handset battery.
6. Place the handset in the Base unit cradle. If
the Handset has not been recently charged,
allow 8 hours before use.
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TECHNICAL
WARRANTY STATEMENT
MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS
WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY COVER?
FREQUENCY CONTROL
Crystal Controlled Dual PLL Synthesizer
TAKING CARE OF YOUR TELEPHONE
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Any defect in material or workmanship.
Your VT 9117 cordless telephone contains
sophisticated electronic parts so it must be
treated with care.
TRANSMIT FREQUENCY
Handset: 923.10 MHz to 927.75 MHz
FOR HOW LONG AFTER THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE?
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One Year.
Base:
902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz
WHAT WILL VTECH DO?
Avoid rough treatment
RECEIVE FREQUENCY
Handset: 902.3 MHz to 906.65 MHz
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At our option, repair or replace your unit.
Place the handset down gently. Save the
original packing materials to protect your
telephone if you ever need to ship it.
HOW DO I SEND MY UNIT, IN OR OUT OF WARRANTY?
Base:
923.10 MHz to 927.75 MHz
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Call VTECH Electronics customer service for Return Authorization at: 1-800-595-9511
Properly pack your unit. Include any cables & accessories which were originally provided with
the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other evidence of date of original purchase
(if the unit was purchased within the last twelve months.)
Print your name and address, along with a description of the defect, and include this in the
package.
Include payment for any service or repair not covered by the warranty, as determined by VTECH
Communications.
In the US, ship the unit via UPS Insured, or equivalent to:
VTECH COMMUNICATIONS INC.
NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE
Avoid Water
Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC.
Actual operating range may vary according to
environmental conditions at the time of use.
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.
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.
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SIZE
Handset: 17.5cm x 5.5cm x 3.9cm
(L x W xT) maximum
(antenna excluded)
Base:
19.3cm x 14.8cm x 5.4cm
(L x W x T) maximum
(antenna excluded)
11035 SW 11th Street
Bldg. B Suite 270
Beaverton, OR 97005
WEIGHT
Handset: 146 grams
VTECH Communications assumes no responsibility for units sent without prior Return Authorization.
Base: 283 grams
Electrical Storms
WHAT DOES OUR WARRANTY NOT COVER?
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Handset: Self-contained
cadmium rechargeable
battery supply, 3.6V nominal,
400mAh capacity.
Power Adapter: 9V DC @ 300mA
Electrical storms can sometimes cause power
surges harmful to electronic equipment.
For your own safety, use caution when using
electric appliances during storms.
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Batteries
nickel-
Damage from misuse, neglect, or acts of nature (lightning, floods, power surges. etc.)
Products which may have been modified or incorporated into other products
Products purchased outside the USA
Products serviced by the owner or a service facility not expressly authorized by VTECH
Communications
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 of any
kind.
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Products purchased more than 12 months from current date
SPECIFICATIONSARE TYPICALAND
MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
HOW DOES STATE LAW RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY?
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This warranty gives you specific rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR TELEPHONE IN CANADA
Please call:
Ship to:
1-800-267-7377 for return authorization.
VTECH ELECTRONICS LTD.
200-7671 ALDERBRIDGE WAY
RICHMOND, BC V6X 1Z9
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OPTIONAL HEADSET INSTALLATION &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FCC AND IC REGULATIONS
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect
to your telephone line and still enable the devices to ring when you
receive a call. The general rule is that the REN value should not exceed
5.0 total; however, contact your local telephone company for the specific
number in your area.
Your VT9117 cordless telephone is equipped with a 2.5mm Headset Jack for use with an OPTIONAL
accessory Headset for hands-free operation.
This equipment complies with FCC AND IC REGULATIONS 15 and 68
of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United
States. It also complies with regulations RSS-210 and CS-03 of Industry
Canada (IC).
If you choose to use the Headset option, you must do the following:
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.
INSTALLATION
IC (Industry Canada)
This telephone is registered for use in Canada.
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Obtain an optional accessory Head set, which is compatible with
the VT9117.
Notice: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This
certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network, protective, operational and
safety requirements. Industry Canada does not guarantee
the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids.
Please contact VTECH Communications Customer Service, in the
U.S. toll-free at 1-800-595-9511,in the Canada call 1-800-267-7377
for dealer information in your local area. You can also purchase a
compatible Headset directly from VTECH Communications Customer
Service.
FCC Part 15
Warning:Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible
to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications
company.The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable
method of connections. The customer should be aware that compliance
with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in
situations.
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with part 15 of
the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
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Once you have a compatible 2.5mm Headset, locate the Headset
Jack on the Handset of your VT9117. Connect the plug on the
Headset to the jack on the cordless Handset. The plug should fit
securely. Do not force the connection. See illustration.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized
Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs
or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment
malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to
request the user to disconnect the equipment.
OPERATION
NOTE: Whenever a compatible Headset is connected to the cordless Handset, the microphone
on the Handset will be MUTED. This is done to limit the effect of background noise.
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.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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The following operational characteristics apply to VTECH Headsets. the same may also apply
to other (non-VTECH) compatible headsets, but VTECH assumes no responsibility for their
performance.
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.
Caution: Users should not attempt to make such connections
themselves, but should contact appropriate electric inspection
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The VTECH brand compatible Headset has a monaural design which is reversible, so you can
wear your Headset on either the left or right ear, leaving one ear free for room conversation.
FCC Part 68
Notice: The REN assigned to this device denotes the number of
The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the
nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC
RJ11C or RJ11W).
devices you may connect to the telephone loop which is used
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For maximum sound quality, the flexible microphone should be
positioned at the corner of your mouth, about one inch from your
mouth.
by the device to prevent overloading.The termination on
a
loop may consist of any combination of devices subjected
only to the requirement that the sum of the REN does not
exceed five(5.0).
Your telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment
causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance
of disconnection, if possible. During notification, you will be informed
of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
BELT CLIP
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry 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.
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The VT9117 is also equipped with a detachable belt clip. Align the
If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the
FCC requires that it not be used and that it 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 or by others who may be authorized by the FCC.
For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the VTECH
Limited Warranty.
pins on the inside edge of the belt clip with the notches on the side of
the VT9117 handset. The belt clip should snap securely into place.
Do not force the connection. See Illustration.
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