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Congratulations on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this product, please read the Important safety instructions on page 70 of this manual. This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting 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 VTech product. For support, shopping, and everything new at VTech, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com/IS9181.
Table of contents Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Minimum requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Parts checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Getting to know the IS9181 . . . . . . . . . . . 3 IS9181 layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Remote control layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 IS9181 status icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Installation . . . . . . . . . .
Table of contents Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 . 43 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.5 . 49 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 External USB & Firewire drives . . . . . . . 52 Access your music from the IS9181 . . . . .
Before you begin The IS9181 enables you to: • Listen to thousands of free Internet radio stations from around the world without turning on a computer. • Listen to the digital music collection stored on your computer in any room of the house. • Listen to music from a MP3 player or connect to a home audio system. In addition, the IS9181 provides weather for your area. Basic operation Before you begin Remove both clear plastic protective sheets from the top and from the display of the IS9181.
Before you begin Parts checklist • To purchase a replacement power adapter or remote control, visit our website at www. vtechphones. com/IS9181 or call 1 (800) 5959511. Your IS9181 package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. User’s manual 1. Quick start guide 4. IS9181 power adapter 2. User’s manual 3. IS9181 5. Auxiliary audio cable 6.
Getting to know the IS9181 IS9181 layout Show settings and options. 2. SOURCE Select music source (Internet Radio, My Music, FM Radio, Aux In). 3. FAVORITES Show a list of saved favorite stations. 4. WEATHER (called INFO on some models) Show weather information. 5. VOL+ / VOLAdjust listening volume. 6. Rotary dial Rotate clockwise or counterclockwise to navigate through the menu and display items. 7. SELECT Select the highlighted item. 8. BACK Return to the previous menu.
Getting to know the IS9181 IS9181 layout 1. Remote control receiver Receives the signal from the remote control. 2. VTech logo with backlight Blinks while the IS9181 boots up. On when the IS9181 is on. Off when the IS9181 is in standby mode. 3. High frequency speakers Audio output. 4. DC 14V power jack Connect to the IS9181 power adapter. 5. LINE OUT port Front view Connect to an audio cable (not included) here to send the audio to an external audio system. 6.
Getting to know the IS9181 The keys on the remote control correspond to the keys on the IS9181, so you can perform all operations using the remote control. 1. STANDBY Press to switch between standby mode and on. Entering standby mode exits menus, stops the music, and the backlight on the VTech logo turns off. The clock appears while in standby mode. 6. Press to navigate through the menu and display items. These keys operate the same as the rotary dial. 7.
Getting to know the IS9181 IS9181 status icons 2 1 1. Clock (pages 17-18) 3 4 5 7. Favorites 9:25 AM You can set the clock manually or automatically from the Internet (see pages 17-18). The radio or music is playing. Pause Internet service is connected. (page 15) 12 WiFi is connected. No WiFi connection WiFi is disconnected or not configured. 4. Alarm (page 11) The alarm is set. Alarm (on) 5. Battery (page 63) The batteries are in use.
Installation Installation IS9181 installation A wireless network with Internet access is required to complete the setup of your IS9181. For easier setup, write the required information in the table below.
Installation IS9181 installation To install the IS9181: Plug the IS9181 power adapter into the power port labeled DC 14V on the back of the IS9181, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. A progress bar appears on the screen while booting up. It may take up to three minutes to complete this process.
Standby mode Every time that you plug in the IS9181 and each time it regains power after an outage, the progress bar appears on the screen. It may take up to three minutes to complete the boot-up process. When the clock appears, the IS9181 is in standby mode. Press STANDBY to turn on and use the IS9181. Installation Installation Alarm icon and alarm time 12:00 AM Battery icon Basic operation 11:00 AM Clock Press STANDBY again to return the IS9181 to standby mode.
Installation Remote control installation The battery is already installed in the remote control. However, you must remove the plastic tab before use (as shown to the right). Pull Replace remote control battery Back of remote control CR2025 Use a CR2025 lithium cell battery (sold separately) or equivalent to replace the remote control battery. To replace the battery: 1. Push and hold the tab on the battery compartment to the right and pull the compartment out of the remote control. 2.
Menu Alarm Menu Alarm Screen Brightness Wireless Network Clock Weather Settings Set to ON CHANGE EXIT Alarm Time Press SELECT when finished 12 :00 PM DONE CANCEL Alarm Source Buzzer Internet Radio FM Radio 11 Basic operation Alarm Current Settings: Status: OFF Time: 12:00 AM Source: Buzzer • The alarm clock does not work on battery power. The alarm clock must have AC power in order to work. • You cannot adjust the alarm volume using the VOL + and VOL - keys; you must use the rotary dial.
Menu Alarm 9. Rotate the dial to adjust the volume of the radio station and press SELECT. 10. Rotate the dial to highlight DONE and press SELECT. Alarm Settings updated appears. When the alarm goes off, the selected alarm source plays continuously. If the selected source is Internet radio or FM radio, the last station that you listened to plays and the station information is shown on the bottom bar. If Internet radio station is not available, Buzzer is used instead.
Menu Alarm 11:08 AM Snoozing... Menu Cancel Snooze? NO YES Basic operation To cancel snooze: If the alarm is in snooze mode, rotate the dial to highlight YES and press SELECT. If the alarm is in snooze standby mode (the time displays in the center of the screen), press STANDBY. Rotate the dial to highlight YES and press SELECT. This is a daily alarm, so the alarm continues to go off every day until you turn the alarm off (see step 3 on page 11).
Menu Equalizer setting (only available on some models) 4. When you find a setting you like, press SELECT to save. The setting will be applied to both Internet Radio and My Music. Hip Hop NOTES: • If you select equalizer setting without choosing a source first, you can change the setting but you hear no audio. • The audio profiles are set in the factory and cannot be changed. • The differences you hear between the equalizer settings will vary depending on the type of music you are playing.
Menu Wireless network Menu Alarm Screen Brightness Wireless Network Clock Weather Settings Current Settings: Status: Not Connected SSID: None Key: None CHANGE EXIT Connect to Network Search for Network Enter Network Name Enter Name (SSID): a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE CAPS SYMBOLS DELETE DONE CANCEL 15 Basic operation Wireless Network • If at first you do not see your network on the list, press BACK and try searching again.
Menu Wireless network • Passwords are case-sensitive. If capital letters or symbols are used, select CAPS or SYMBOLS to show a list of characters. Select SPACE to insert a blank space. • Press BACK to return to the previous screen. Select CANCEL to go to the screen with the current settings for the wireless network. 16 If you enter the network name manually, the next step is to choose your security type. 6. If password protection is not set on your network, move on to step 7.
Menu Clock • Daylight saving time adjustments must be changed manually. Alarm Screen Brightness Wireless Network Clock Weather Settings Clock Basic operation NOTE: Menu Menu The clock is set to 12:00 AM by default. You can choose to set the clock manually or to have it automatically set by the Internet. To set the clock to be automatically set by the Internet: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press MENU. Clock and press SELECT. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight 3. Press SELECT to change. 4.
Menu Clock To set the clock manually: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press MENU. Clock and press SELECT. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight 3. Press SELECT to change. 4. Rotate the dial to highlight Manual and press SELECT. 5. Rotate the dial to move the cursor between the hour, minute, and AM/PM positions. When the cursor is in the desired position, press SELECT. 6. Rotate the dial up or down to increase or decrease the time value or to change between AM and PM, and press SELECT. 7.
Menu Weather settings Alarm Screen Brightness Wireless Network Clock Weather Settings Weather Settings Basic operation Press BACK to return to the previous screen. Select CANCEL to go to the screen with the current settings for the weather. Menu Menu In this menu, enter your zip code (in the USA), or your postal code (in Canada). After you have entered your zip or postal code, you can see the five day weather forecast for your area by pressing the WEATHER (called INFO on some models) key.
Menu Product ID This screen displays the product information, such as its MAC address, assigned IP address, web code, and firmware version. You need to know the web code of the IS9181 when adding a new radio station to the IS9181 through the VTech website (see page 23). To view the Product ID: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press MENU. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight Product ID and press SELECT. 3. To exit the screen, press SELECT. NOTE: • The web code uses zero and one, not the capital letter “O” or “I”.
Source Internet radio NOTES: • • To make browsing easier, your country (USA or Canada) will show up on the top of the list of countries. Stations with UK only or USA only at the end of the station name indicate these stations can only be played in that country or region. 21 Basic operation Source Play Internet radio station The Internet radio stations are organized into different categories. You can search for and play Internet radio stations by browsing through the available categories.
Source Internet radio Play Internet radio station Alternative 4. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired radio station and press SELECT. The selected radio station plays. To mute the sound, press . To resume the sound, press Press to play the previous station on the list. Press station on the list. again. to play the next Press BACK to return to the previous screen. Press SOURCE to go back to the top source menu.
Source Internet radio Basic operation Source My Stations You can search for and add Internet radio stations to the My Stations folder at http://www.vtechphones.com/IS9181. Use this website when you are unable to find a radio station on the IS9181, you want more search options, and when you want the convenience of a computer screen for viewing all the station choices.
Source Internet radio My Stations Play added Internet radio station 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press SOURCE. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight Internet Radio and press SELECT. 3. Rotate the dial to highlight My Stations and press SELECT. A list of all added radio stations appear. 4. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired station and press SELECT.
Source My music If you use a Windows operating system go to the next page. If you use a Mac operating system go to page 43. NOTE: • IS9181 cannot play any protected music files. 25 Basic operation Source The IS9181 can play music stored on one or more computers on your wireless network. Your computer must be on for the IS9181 to see and play your music files.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Determine the version of your Windows operating system If you do not know what operating system you are using: 1. Click on the Start menu. 2. Right click My Computer and click on Properties. Windows 2000: Windows XP: Windows Vista (All versions): For setup PC setup instructions for Windows 2000 see pages 27-29. For setup PC setup instructions for Windows XP see pages 30-35. For setup PC setup instructions for Windows Vista see pages 36-42.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Basic operation Source Share a folder on Windows 2000 Professional For the IS9181 to access the music on your computer, you must share the folder where the music is located. 1. Right click on the folder you wish to share. 2. Click on Sharing. 3. Check Share this folder and click Apply.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create a new user account for Windows 2000 You must create a new user account in Windows 2000 for the IS9181 to access the music on your computer. If you would like to access music files on multiple computers you will need to create the same user account with the same password on each computer. 1. Click the Start menu, then click Control 3. You MUST enter IS9181 (the “IS” must be Panel. capitalized) as the User name and Full name then click Next. 2.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create a new user account for Windows 2000 4. Create a password. Enter a password and 5. Select Other: Administrators as the click Next. account type and click Finish. Basic operation Source To ensure the security of your computer we recommend that you create a password for the IS9181 user account. The password should have a minimum of four characters and a maximum of 16 characters. The password cannot include spaces, commas or equal signs.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Share a folder on Windows XP For the IS9181 to access the music on your computer, you must share the folder where the music is located. 1. Right click on the folder you wish to share. 2. Click on Sharing and Security. 3. If you see one of the two screens shown below: a. Check the box next to: Share this folder on the network. b. Click Apply.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows 4. When the following message box appears, select Just enable file sharing and click OK. Basic operation Source Share a folder on Windows XP If you see the screen shown below, click on the phrase: If you understand the security risks but want to share files without running the wizard, click here.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create a new user account for Windows XP You must create a new user account in Windows XP for the IS9181 to access the music on your computer. If you would like to access music files on multiple computers you need to create the same user account with the same password on each computer. When you boot up your computer, you will see the IS9181 user account on the login page. 1. Click the Start menu then click Control Panel.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create a new user account for Windows XP 2. Click User Accounts, then click Create a new account. 4. Select Computer administrator as the account type. Basic operation Source 3. You MUST Enter IS9181 (the “IS” must be capitalized) as the new account name then click Next. Note: If you are going to create the user account on multiple computers, then you must use the same account name.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create a new user account for Windows XP 5. Create a password. Click on the user icon next to the IS9181 user account, then click Create a password. To ensure the security of your computer we recommend that you create a password for the IS9181 user account. The password should have a minimum of four characters and a maximum of 16 characters. The password cannot include spaces, commas or equal signs.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create a new user account for Windows XP If you want to switch back to Classic View click on Switch to Classic View.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Share a folder on Windows Vista For the IS9181 to access the music on your computer, you must share the folder where the music is located. 1. Right click on the folder you wish to share. 2. Click on Share. 3. Select user IS9181 and click Add. 4. Click Share. 36 5. The User Account Control prompts for your permission, click Continue. If the following message pops up, click: No, make the network that I am connected to a private network.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Share a folder on Windows Vista 6. The computer may take a few minutes to setup the network access. When the setup is complete and you see the confirmation screen shown below, click Done.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create new user account in Windows Vista You must create a new user account in Windows Vista for the IS9181 to access the music on your computer. If you would like to access music files on multiple computers, you must create the same user account with the same password on each computer. When you boot up your computer, you will see the IS9181 user account on the login page. 1. Click the Start menu then click Control Panel.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create new user account in Windows Vista 2. Click User Accounts and Family Safety or User Accounts. 3. Click Add or remove user accounts. Basic operation Source -OR4. The User Account Control prompts for your permission, click Continue.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create new user account in Windows Vista 5. Click Create a new account. 40 6. You MUST Enter IS9181 (the “IS” must be capitalized) as the new account name. 7. Select Administrator as the account type. 8. Click Create Account. Note: If you are going to create the IS9181 user account on multiple computers then you must use the same account name.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create new user account in Windows Vista 9. Create a password. Click on the user icon next to the IS9181 user account. Then click Create a password. Note: If you are going to create the user account on multiple computers, then you must use the same password on each. 41 Basic operation Source To ensure the security of your computer we recommend that you create a password for the IS9181 user account.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Windows Create new user account in Windows Vista If you want to switch back to Classic View click on Switch to Classic View.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 Basic operation Source Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 1. Under the Apple menu, select System 3. You must name the account IS9181 and Preferences and choose the Accounts pane. create a password. This user does not have to administer the computer. 2. Click the “+” symbol to add an account. You may need to click the lock icon on the bottom The password should have a minimum left to edit the settings.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 4. After the account is created, open the 6. After checking the “Windows Sharing” box, Sharing Pane under System Preferences. click the Accounts… button to enable the IS9181 account. 5. Ensure “Windows Sharing” is checked. You may need to click the lock icon on the bottom left to edit the settings.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 Basic operation Source Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 7. After enabling to IS9181 account to allow 8. After setting up sharing, you may now quit windows sharing, choose the Firewall button System Preferences. of the “Sharing” pane. If your Firewall is on, 9. Now, use Spotlight (the blue magnifying ensure that the “Windows Sharing” box is glass), found on the top right corner of checked.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 10. In Directory Access, ensure SMB/CIFS is checked and selected.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 Basic operation Source Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 11. You will need to move your music to the IS9181 account in order for the IS9181 to access the music. You may make duplicates of the music you wish to play in the IS9181 music folder. -OR You can move your entire music collection to the IS9181 account by following these instructions: 1.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 11. Open up two Finder windows each looking at the music directories for both accounts. The IS9181 music folder should no longer be “X” out and inaccessible. 12. Drag the iTunes folder from the original user account music folder to the IS9181 account music folder. This will copy the music. If you do not have the room on your hard drive to copy the music, you can copy the music to an external hard drive.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.5 Basic operation Source Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 1. Under the Apple menu, select System 3. You must name the account IS9181 and Preferences and choose the Accounts pane. create a password. The account can be a standard or admin type. 2. Click the “+” symbol to add an account. You may need to click the lock icon on the bottom The password should have a minimum left to edit the settings.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.5 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 4. Select the Sharing pane from the System 5. When you press the “Options…” button, you Preferences application. Ensure File Sharing will be able to select the type of file sharing. box is checked and selected. Click the Ensure the “Share files and folders using Options… button. SMB” box is checked, and check the box for the user IS9181. Press the “Done” when finished.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.5 Create the IS9181 user account and share the folder 6. Click the + button under the “Shared Folder” pane. Navigate to your existing iTunes or other music folder. Basic operation Source NOTE: it is important that you drill down to the folder that your music is in, not the first iTunes folder which has some playlist information.
Source Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.5 External USB & Firewire drives It is possible to share files from external drives using the same method. You have to setup the desired folder on the external drive as a shared folder. Note, however, that external drives are not accessed until you physically (not remotely) log into the Mac, so simply turning on the computer is not enough to share the files, you must log in. You can now close the System Preferences.
Source Access your music from the IS9181 Basic operation Source 1. On your IS9181, press SOURCE. 2. Rotate the dial to My Music and press SELECT. 3. Rotate the dial to Computer Password and press SELECT. 4. Press SELECT to enter password. 5. Enter the password you selected for the IS9181 user account by rotating the dial and pressing SELECT for each character. Repeat this process until the entire password is displayed. Rotate the dial to highlight DONE , and then press SELECT.
Source Play music on your computer 4. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired computer and press SELECT. All PC1 Shared Music shared folders on the computer appear. 5. Continue to browse the folders until you reach the music files. Only supported music files (see page 25) appear. 6. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired music file and press SELECT. All supported files in the same folder play sequentially. The IS9181 will automatically repeat all the songs that are in the folder you are playing from.
Source FM radio To mute the sound, press . To resume the sound, press again. Source Internet Radio My Music FM Radio Aux In Basic operation Source Play FM radio station To listen to FM radio stations: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press SOURCE. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight FM Radio and press SELECT. 3. Press to seek the next lower FM frequency with sufficient signal strength. Press to seek the next higher FM frequency with sufficient signal strength.
Source Aux in External audio device connection The IS9181 enables you to listen to the audio from any source with a standard headset jack connection. 1. Connect one end of the supplied auxiliary audio cable to the headset jack (audio/line out) of your device, and plug the other end of the cable into the AUX IN port on the back of the IS9181. 2. With the IS9181 turned on, press SOURCE. 3. Rotate the dial to select Aux In and press SELECT. Source Internet Radio 4. Aux In appears on the screen.
Favorites Add to favorites To add an Internet Radio or FM Radio station to your favorites: 1. When you are playing an Internet radio or FM radio station, press MENU. Add to Favorites and press SELECT. The 2. Rotate the dial to highlight current station that is playing is automatically added to the favorites. Basic operation Favorites When either an Internet radio station or FM radio station is playing, you can add the current station that is playing to your favorites for easy access.
Favorites Play favorites • If the source is not selected first, No Source selected appears when you press FAVORITES on the IS9181. 58 To play your favorites, you must first select the source. To play your favorites: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press SOURCE. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired source (Internet Radio, or FM Radio) and press SELECT. 3. Press FAVORITES and a list of saved entries for that source appears. 4. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired favorite and press SELECT.
Favorites Move favorites • To go back to the screen currently playing, press MENU and select Now Playing. Basic operation Favorites You can organize or move the favorites. To move the favorite: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press SOURCE. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired source (Internet Radio, or FM Radio) and press SELECT. 3. Press FAVORITES and a list of saved favorites for that source appears. 4. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired favorite to be moved and press MENU.
Favorites Delete favorites You can delete one favorite or all favorites. To delete favorites: 1. With the IS9181 turned on, press SOURCE. 2. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired source (Internet Radio, or FM Radio) and press SELECT. 3. Press FAVORITES and a list of saved favorites for that source appears. 4. Rotate the dial to highlight the desired favorite to be deleted or highlight any favorite if you want to delete all the favorites and press MENU. 5.
Weather (Info) Weather forecast After you have set up the weather feature (see page 19), press WEATHER (called INFO on some models) and rotate the dial to view the 5-day weather forecast. If you do not press a key within one minute, the IS9181 will return to your playing screen.
Optional external audio system connection The IS9181 can send music being played to an external audio system for more control over the sound quality. To connect the IS9181 to an external audio system: 1. Connect one end of audio cables (RCA type, not included) to the LINE OUT jacks on the back of the IS9181, matching the cable colors. 2. Connect the other end of the cables to the respective audio input jacks on the external audio system. 3.
You can install AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries (sold separately) to use your IS9181 as a portable radio. To install the batteries: 1. Press the tabs on the battery cover on the bottom of the IS9181 and open the battery door. 2. Insert six new AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries, matching the + and - signs engraved inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover. It clicks into place when attached correctly.
Optional battery installation • The batteries do not maintain the clock setting. If your clock is set manually and the IS9181 loses power, then the setting is lost. We recommend you have the clock set by the Internet (see page 17), so when the power returns, the clock setting will be automatically set by the Internet. • The alarm clock does not work on battery power. The alarm clock must have AC power to work.
Troubleshooting Appendix If you have difficulty operating your IS9181, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com/IS9181, or call VTech Communications at 1 (800) 595-9511. General • You cannot access any of the features of the IS9181 when it is in standby (idle) mode. Power up the unit by pressing STANDBY. • Reset procedure: Unplug the power cord and remove all batteries (if used) IS9181.
Troubleshooting Networking • Make sure your wireless router does not restrict connection by particular MAC addresses (MAC filtering). Refer to you wireless router’s user manual for details. Remote control • Point the remote directly at the IS9181 display. • Check to make sure the remote control’s battery is properly installed. • Try replacing the remote control’s battery. Clock/alarm • If the clock is one hour off when set to Auto (from Internet) mode, check that the daylight saving option is set correctly.
Troubleshooting My music • Check that your computer is turned on and connected to the same network as the IS9181. Make sure your computer is working properly - you may need to reboot/restart your computer. • Make sure that you have created a user account for the IS9181 on your computer and that the folder with your music files is properly shared (see pages 27-52). • Supported files extension types are: mp3, mp4, m4a, ra, rm, rmvb, and wma. • WAV format music files are not supported.
Troubleshooting My music • If your IS9181 cannot find the computer with your music files, there may be a firewall program installed which is blocking access. Temporarily disable the firewall, or see the firewall software user’s manual to allow ICMP echo requests. Visit www.vtechphones.com/IS9181 for help with many firewall software versions. FM radio • If the FM radio reception is poor, try moving the IS9181 to a different part of your home and on a different electrical outlet.
Troubleshooting Appendix WEATHER (INFO) • While viewing the Weather screen, rotate the dial to view the five day forecast weather display. Reception or interference • If audio playback stops or the IS9181 shows Buffering..., move the IS9181 closer to your wireless router. • Make sure the IS9181 is at least two feet away from computer equipment and other communication devices. • Try changing the channel on your router. Refer to the router user manual for instructions.
Important safety instructions When using your IS9181 equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all 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 or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4.
Maintenance Taking care of your unit Avoid rough treatment Handle the unit gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your IS9181 if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your unit 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 the IS9181 near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment.
Warranty What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the Product and all accessories provided in the sales package (“Product”) are free from defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with the Product operating instructions.
Warranty 7. Product returned without a valid proof of purchase (see item 2 below); or 8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. 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; and 2.
Warranty 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. 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.
FCC Part 15 This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. VTech Technologies Canada Ltd. 12111 Jacobson Way, Richmond, B.C.
FCC Part 15 FCC NOTICE This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These requirements are intended 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.
IC RSS-210 (Canada) This product complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Industry Canada Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Technical specifications Size 314 mm (w) X 159 mm (d) X 88 mm (h) Weight 1420 grams Power requirements 14V DC Operating temperature 32°F — 122°F 0°C — 50°C IMPORTANT: This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary. MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Index B Before you begin 1 C Clock 17 Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.4 43 Computer setup for My Music - Mac OS 10.
Index Replace remote control battery 10 S Screen brightness 14 Share a folder on Windows 2000 Professional 27 Share a folder on Windows Vista 36 Share a folder on Windows XP 30 Source 21 Standby mode 9 T Technical specifications 78 To cancel snooze: 13 To silence the alarm: 12 To stop the alarm: 12 To stop the buzzer: 12 Troubleshooting 65 V Volume 3, 5 W Warranty 72 Weather (Info) 61 Weather forecast 61 Weather settings 19 Wireless network 15 80
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