VISTA cov.eng.mech 9/16/02 5:18 PM Page 30 Vista™ Universal Modular Amplifier M12 3 4 5 E n c i n a l S a n t a C A T e l 1 S t r e e t User's Guide C r u z 9 5 0 6 0 1 . 8 0 0 . 5 4 4 . 4 6 6 0 w w w . p l a n t r o n i c s . c o m Printed in USA © 1998 Plantronics, Inc.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page ii welcome Vista™ Universal Modular Amplifier t o t h e Vi s t a U n i v e r s a l Modular Amplifier f ro m P l a n t ro n i c s ® . ™ Battery Access Door 2 Telephone/Amplifier Compatibility Slide Switch 3 Telephone/Amplifier Compatibility Slide Switch Cover 4 Outgoing Volume Control 5 Incoming Volume Thumbwheel 6 Headset/Handset Selector 7 Mute 8 Headset Jack Step 1: Install batteries. 1 Telephone Jack Step 2: Attach to phone and headset.
9/16/02 5:12 PM Page iv connections & f e a t u res PA R T Connect the Vista amplifier to your telephone as shown. Follow the four easy steps on the following pages for complete installation details. I install in 4 easy steps VISTA.engl.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 2 I N S TA L L AT I O N S T E P S STEP 1 install b a t t e r i es I N S TA L L AT I O N S T E P S STEP The Vista Amplifier requires power to work with most phones. to 2 attach phone and headset 1. Unplug your telephone’s handset cord from the telephone base. 1. Remove the Battery Access Door located on the side of the amplifier by placing your thumb on the door and pushing down. 2. Install two AA alkaline batteries and replace the door. 3.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 4 I N S TA L L AT I O N S T E P S STEP 3 set default settings I N S TA L L AT I O N S T E P S STEP These are the default settings for headset use. 1. Headset /Handset Selector is depressed (colored indicator showing). 2. Mute Switch is released (no colored indicator showing). 3. Incoming Volume Thumbwheel is set to 4. 4. The Outgoing volume has been pre-set. You can adjust it when you place your first call (see page 6).
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 6 makea test call PA R T MAKE A TEST CALL. II 1. Put on headset. Refer to your headset’s User Guide to adjust the microphone position for best performance. 2. Lift the phone’s handset off the cradle and place it on your desk. 3. Make sure your Vista amplifier settings are in default. See page 4 for details. 4. Call a friend or colleague. 5. Adjust the Incoming Volume using the Incoming Volume Thumbwheel. Refer to page 10 for more details. 6.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 8 LEARN THE BASICS. Default settings These are the default settings for headset use: III 2. Mute Switch is released (no colored indicator showing). learn the basics PA R T 1. Headset /Handset Selector is depressed (colored indicator showing). 3. Incoming Volume Thumbwheel is set to 4. Making and Receiving Calls with a Headset 1. Put on headset. 2. Make sure the amplifier settings are in default. 3.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 10 LEARN THE BASICS Adjusting Headset Incoming Volume LEARN THE BASICS Muting a Call 1. Adjust the volume by turning the Thumbwheel on the top panel. 1. Activate the Mute function by depressing the Mute switch (colored indicator showing). 2. Try different volume settings. 1 is the quietest and 9 is the loudest. 2. Deactivate the Mute function by releasing the Mute switch (no colored indicator showing). 3.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 12 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance Hints Trouble Shoot ing Guide maintenance and troubleshooting SECTION PROBLEM A I DO NOT HEAR A DIAL TONE WHEN I TRY TO MAKE OR RECEIVE A PHONE CALL. ITEMS TO CHECK If you are using batteries, confirm that they are good and placed in the battery compartment correctly. If you are using an AC Power Supply, confirm that it is plugged in and the power outlet is turned on.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 14 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING Maintenance Hints Trouble Shoot ing Guide MY CALLERS SAY THAT THEY CAN’T HEAR ME AT ALL OR THEY CAN’T HEAR ME VERY WELL. Make sure the microphone of your headset is positioned in front or near your mouth. If you are using a “noise-cancelling” headset, the position of the microphone is very important. You may need to adjust the “Outgoing Volume”. See “Adjusting Headset Outgoing Volume” on page 10).
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 16 R E P L A C E M E N T PA R T S A N D A C C E S S O R I E S F O R V I S TA R E P L A C E M E N T PA R T S A N D A C C E S S O R I E S F O R V I S TA For information on accessories and spare parts, call Plantronics at 1-800-544-4660, or visit the Plantronics web site at www.plantronics.
VISTA.engl.mech 9/16/02 5:12 PM Page 18 WARRANTY AND SERVICE WARRANTY AND SERVICE WARRANTY AND SERVICE FCC REGISTRATION INFORMATION The following warranty and service information applies only to the U.S. and Canada. For information in other countries, please contact your local distributor. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules.
