V-tech ErisStation VCS704 User manual

User’s manualModel: VCS704BC
Wireless Conference System
ErisStationTM
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Wireless Conference Phone

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Important safety instructions on page 35 of this manual.
This manual includes the information and procedures necessary to install and
operate your new VTech product. Please review this manual thoroughly
to ensure proper installation and operation of this innovative and feature rich
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Table of contentsii
Introduction ...............................1About ErisStation Wireless
Conference Phone..............................1
Parts checklist ....................................1
Getting Started ..........................2Connect base unit...............................2
Charge the wireless microphone unit...3
Replace the battery ............................3
Lift the wireless microphone unit ........4
Base unit overview (front)...................5
Base unit overview (rear)....................7
Wireless microphone unit overview ....8
Status indicators overview..................9
Wireless conference phone operation ......................10Make a call ........................................10
Answer a call .....................................10
End a call...........................................10
Redial ................................................10
Predial a call......................................10
Volume...............................................10
Mute...................................................11
Temporarily silencing the ringer.........11
3-way conference ..............................11
Call waiting ........................................12
Paging ...............................................12
Chain dialing......................................13
Settings ....................................14Using the Menu .................................14
Ringer volume ...................................14
Ringer tone........................................15
Set date and time ..............................15
LCD language....................................16
Rename base ....................................16
Key tone.............................................17
Dial mode ..........................................17
Area code ..........................................17
Loop gain...........................................18
Reset .................................................18
Phonebook ...............................19About the phonebook ........................19
Add a phonebook entry .....................19
Review phonebook entries ................20
Alphabetical search ...........................20
Dial a phonebook entry .....................20
Edit a phonebook entry .....................21
Delete a phonebook entry .................21
Delete all phonebook entries.............22
Speed dial..........................................22
Assign a speed dial entry ..................22
Reassign a speed dial entry ..............23
Dial a speed dial number...................23
Delete a speed dial entry...................23
Call log ......................................24About caller ID...................................24
Call log...............................................24
Missed call indicator ..........................24
Review the call log.............................25
Save a call log entry to phonebook ...25
Dial a call log entry ............................26
Delete a call log entry........................26
Delete all call log entries....................26
Caller ID screen messages ...............26
Wireless microphone unit registration ...............................27

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To register a wireless
microphone unit.................................27
To deregister a wireless
microphone unit.................................28
Appendix ..................................29Battery ...............................................29
Troubleshooting ......................30Important safety instructions ...35Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers ................36Operating range .......................36Energy-saving charging mode .........................36Maintenance .............................37About wireless microphone units ....................37The RBRC® seal .......................38Limited warranty ......................39FCC, ACTA and IC regulations ...........................41Technical specifications .........43

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IntroductionTelephone line cord
Battery X4
User’s manual Wireless microphone
unit X4
Base unit
DC power cable
About ErisStation Wireless Conference PhoneThe ErisStation Wireless Conference Phone is designed for use in office settings.
It consists of a base unit and four wireless microphone units, enabling participants in
different areas of a meeting room to deliver clear conversation in a phone conference.
Parts checklistYour wireless conference phone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt
and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
AC power cord
Power adapter
To purchase any accessories or replacements, visit our website at http://businessphones.vtech.com
or call 1-800-595-9511. In Canada, call 1-800-267-7377.
Battery door X4
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Connect base unitConnect the base unit as shown below.
The ErisStation Wireless Conference Phone is not a network device and is not PoE (Power
over Ethernet) compatible. It does not require an ethernet network to work. Do not connect it
to your ethernet network or directly with any other network devices.
The supplied power adapter is designed for use with the ErisStation Wireless Conference
Phone only. It is not PoE compatible and is not designed to power any network devices. Do
not connect the supplied power adapter to any other network devices through the supplied
DC power cable or any other Cat5e ethernet cable.
When the base unit is powered up, the status indicators turn green for about two seconds.
If you subscribe to digital subscriber line (DSL) high-speed Internet service through your
telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and wall jack.
Contact your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filter.
The AC power cord is intended for a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not
designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling or cabinet outlet.
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Plug one end of the DC power cable into the base unit, and plug the other end
into the VCS704jack of the power adapter. Route the cord through the slots.
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack of the power
adapter, and plug the other end into a wall jack.
Plug the small end of the AC power cord into the power jack of the adapter, and
plug the large end into the wall outlet not controlled by a switch.
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Charge the wireless microphone unit1. Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up onto the battery
compartment.
2. Push the battery gently until it is fully inserted.
3. Slide the battery door until it clicks into place.
1. The battery is pre-installed in your wireless microphone unit. Pull the battery tap
off from the battery door before charging.
2. Place the wireless microphone unit into the charging cradles at the base unit until
they are flush.
Charge the battery for 8 hours before use.
The status indicator on the wireless microphone unit turns orange when charging, and turns off
when the wireless microphone unit is fully charged.
If the wireless microphone unit becomes warm when the battery is charging, it is normal.
Risk of explosion! Keep the battery away from heat, sunshine or fire. Never discard battery in fire.
Use only the supplied battery.
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Replace the batteryTo replace the battery, slide open the battery door and take the battery out from the
battery compartment. Then, install the new battery as shown below.
Charge the battery for 8 hours before use.

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1. Push the wireless microphone unit as shown above.
2. Lift the wireless microphone unit from its bottom.
Lift the wireless microphone unitYour wireless microphone unit works when it is lifted during a call.
For best performance, speak to the microphone on the wireless microphone unit at a distance
of no more than 3 feet.
Always return the wireless microphone units to the charging cradles after use.
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1. Speaker2. LCD display3. Status indicators• Indicates the system status. See also Status indicators overviewon page 9.
4. • Press to show the menu.
• Press to select an item, or save an entry or setting in a menu.
• While in a menu, press to return to the previous menu.
• While editing numbers or names, press to delete a character, or
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5. / • Press to scroll through the menu, phonebook, or call log.
• Press to adjust the ringer volume.
• During a call, press to adjust the listening volume.
6. • Press to make, answer, or end a call.
7. Dialing keys• Press to enter numbers or characters.
• While entering numbers, press and hold to insert a dialing pause.
• While editing names, press to add a space.
• Press to switch to tone dialing temporarily when using pulse service
while on a call.
8. Front microphone 9. • During a call, press to mute or unmute all microphones in the system.
10. • Press to redial the last number dialed.
11. • During a call, press to answer an incoming call when you receive a call
waiting alert.
12. Wireless microphone unit• See Wireless microphone unit overview on page 8.
13. Charging contacts14. ()• Press to access the phonebook when idle.
()• Press to access the call log when idle.
Menu Scroll (/ )• Press to scroll up or down while in the menu, phonebook, or call log.
• While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to right or left.

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Base unit overview (rear)1. Status indicatorIndicates the system status. See also Status indicators overviewon page 9.
2. Rear microphone3. Adapter jack
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Wireless microphone unit overview1. MicrophoneFunctions as an extended microphone of the base unit during a call
2. Status indicatorIndicates the system status. See also Status indicators overviewon page 9.
3. During a call, press to mute or unmute all microphones in the system.
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Status indicators overviewStatus indicators on the base unitPower up Green for about two seconds.•
On a call Green during a call.
Red when the system is muted during a call.
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Status indicator on the wireless microphone unitOn the cradle Orange when charging in the cradle except during registration.•
Off the cradle Green during a call.
Red when the system is muted during a call.
Off when the wireless microphone unit is in idle mode or without
a battery.
Flashes orange when the wireless microphone unit’s battery is low.
Flashes green when there is an incoming call.
Flashes red slowly when the wireless microphone unit is:
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not registered; or
off cradle during paging (with a paging tone).
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Make a callPress on the base unit.
When you hear a dial tone, dial the number with the dialing keys (0-9, , or ).
The screen displays the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes, and seconds).
Answer a callPress on the base unit to answer an incoming call.
End a callDuring a call, press on the base unit to end a call.
RedialPress to redial the last number dialed.
Predial a call1. Enter the telephone number with the dialing keys (0-9, , or ).
Press to delete one digit.
Press and hold to delete all digits.
Press and hold to insert a dialing pause (a pappears).
2. Press to dial.
VolumeDuring a call, press or to adjust the listening volume (1-10).
When the volume reaches the minimum or maximum setting, you hear two beeps.
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Wireless conference phone operationMuteThe mute function allows you to hear the other party but the other party cannot hear you.
During a call, press on the base unit or a wireless microphone unit.The base unit
displays Muted. All microphones in the system are muted until the mute function is
turned off.
Press on the base unit or a wireless microphone unit to unmute all
microphones in the system. The base unit displays Microphone ONbriefly.
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*Public switched telephone network (PSTN) provides traditional landline phone service to residences and many
other establishments.
** Private branch exchange (PBX) is a private telephone network used within a company, It allows a single access
number to provide several lines to outside callers while providing a range of external lines to internal callers or
staff. It relies on computer equipment to perform all the switching of calls, and to make internal calls between
extensions within the organizations. It also provides a connection between extensions and external phone lines.
Temporarily silencing the ringer
When the base unit is ringing, you can temporarily silence the ringer of the base unit
without disconnecting the call. The next call rings normally at the preset volume.
To silence the ringer:Press on the base unit. The base unit displays Ringer muted.
The base unit rings when there is an incoming call unless the ringer volume of the base unit is
turned off.
You can also press or on the base unit to adjust the ringer volume.The adjustment will be
saved and applied to the next incoming call.
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3-way conferenceIf your telephone network supports 3-way conference, you can establish a 3-way
conference if the two called parties remain on the line.
If you are using a public switched telephone network (PSTN)*line, contact your telephone
service provider to check the subscription status for the 3-way conference feature.
If you are using a private branch exchange (PBX)** line, contact your PBX system
administrator to check the subscription status for the 3-way conference feature.
Press on the base unit.
When you hear a dial tone, dial the number of the first call.
When the first call is connected, press to put the current call on hold.
When the dialing tone is heard, enter the new outgoing call number.
When the second call is connected, press . A 3-way conference
is established.
To end the conference:Press on the base unit.
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Call waitingWhen you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone service provider,
you hear an alert beep if someone calls while you are already on a call.
Press on the base unit to put the current call on hold and take the new call.
Press on the base unit at any time to switch back and forth between calls.
Clear the redial numberPress when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays Clear Redial.
Press to confirm. You hear a confirmation tone and the base unit displays
Redial empty.
PagingThis feature helps you find any misplaced wireless microphone units within the range
of the base unit.
To start the paging tone: Press .
Press or to scroll to Find microphone, and then press . The base unit
screen displays ** Paging **. All wireless microphone units that are not on the
charging cradles play the paging tone for 60 seconds.
To mute the paging tone:Press on a wireless microphone unit, or put it back into the charging cradle.
To stop paging:Press or on the base unit.
An incoming call stops the paging process.
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Wireless conference phone operationChain dialingUse this feature to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the phonebook,
call log, or the last number dialed while you are on a call using the base unit.
Chain dialing can be particularly useful when you are required to enter a PIN code to
access a conference call. You can save the PIN code to the phonebook and retrieve it
from your phonebook entries during a call.
To access a number from the phonebook while on a call:Press , and then or to scroll to Phonebook. Press .
-OR- Press () to access the phonebook.
Press or to scroll to the desired entry.
Press to dial the displayed number.
To access a number from the call log while on a call:Press , and then press or to scroll to Call log. Press .
-OR- Press () to access the call log.
Press or to scroll to the desired entry.
Press twice to dial the displayed number.
To access a number from the the last number dialed while on a call:Press to redial the last number dialed.
Press to exit the phonebook or call log when you are on a call.
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Using the MenuYou can enter the menu to change the settings.
In the ringers menu, you can adjust the ringer volume and select the ringer tones for
incoming calls.
In the settings menu, you can change the settings for the date and time,
LCD language, base name, key tone, dial mode, area code, and loop gain.You can
also reset the base unit to default settings.
To enter the menu:Press when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays the desired feature menu.
Press to enter that menu.
To return to the previous menu, press .
Ringer volumeYou can adjust the ringer volume or turn the ringer off on the base unit.
Press or to sample each ringer volume level (Ringer off, or 1 to 6) when the
base unit is not in use.
Press to save your selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
-OR-Press when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays Ringers, and then press .
The base unit displays Ringer volume. Press again.
Press or to sample each ringer volume level (Ringer off, or 1 to 6).
5. Press to save your selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
If you turn off the ringer volume, the screen will display Ringer off. When the ringer volume is off,
the base unit is silenced for all incoming calls.
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Ringer toneYou can choose from different ringer tones on the base unit.
Press when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays Ringers, and then press .
Press to highlight Ringer tone, and then press .
The base unit displays RINGER TONE with the current setting. Press or to
sample each ringer tone (Tone 1 to Tone 10).
Press to save your selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
If you turn off the ringer volume, you will not hear ringer tone samples.
Set date and timeThe date and time will be displayed on the base unit when idle. Before using the
ErisStation Wireless Conference Phone, set the date and time as follows. If you
subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month, and time are set automatically with
each incoming call. However, the year must be correct so that the day of the week
can be calculated from the call log information.
Press when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays Set date/time, and then press .
Press or to select the month, and then press , or use the dialing keys to
enter a two-digit number (01-12).
Press or to select the date, and then press , or use the dialing keys to
enter a two-digit number (01-31).
Press or to select the year, and then press , or use the dialing keys to
enter a two-digit number (00-99), and then press .
Press or to select the hour, and then press , or use the dialing keys to
enter a two-digit number (01-12).
Press or to select the minute, and then press , or use the dialing keys to
enter a two-digit number (00-59).
Press or to select AMor PM.
Press to save the settings. You hear a confirmation tone.
The base unit beeps twice if you enter an invalid number.
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LCD languageYou can select English, French, or Spanish to be used in the base unit
screen display.
Press when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays Settings, and then press .
Press to choose LCD language.
Press or to choose English, Français, or Español, and then press .
Press again to save your selection. You hear a confirmation tone.
If you accidentally changed the LCD language to French or Spanish, you can reset it to English
easily by pressing and then entering 364.
Rename baseYou can create a new name (up to 16 characters) for the base unit. The default name
is ErisStation.
Press when the base unit is not in use.
Press or until the base unit displays Settings, and then press .
Press or until the base unit displays Rename base, and then press .
The base unit displays the default name ErisStation. Use the dialing keys to edit
the name.
Press or to move the cursor to the left or right.
Press to erase a character.
Press and hold to erase all characters.
Press to change the next letter to upper or lower case.
5. Press to save the name. You hear a confirmation tone.
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