ASCOM i63 VoWiFi - User Manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Ascom i63 VoWiFi Handset

Summary

Overview

Getting Started

Switch the Handset On

Press and hold the End key until the handset is switched on.

Switch the Handset Off

Press and hold the End key until Switch off? is displayed, then press Yes.

Charge the Battery

Place the handset in the desktop charger or charging rack and gently push it down.

Menu and Keys

Menu Icons

Explanation of icons used in the handset's menu interface.

Soft Keys, Hot Keys, and Multifunction Button

Details on the functions and programming of soft keys, hot keys, and the multifunction button.

Navigate the Menu

Instructions on how to enter and move through the menu structure.

Basic Functions

Make and Manage Calls

Instructions for making, answering, ending, and rejecting calls.

Contact Management

Adding, editing, searching, and deleting contacts in local and central phone books.

Message Handling

Receiving, reading, sending, and deleting text messages.

Volume and Battery Management

Adjusting call volume, key lock, and replacing the handset battery.

Alarm Functions

Push-Button Alarm

Configuration and usage of the alarm button for sending alerts.

Man-down and No-Movement Alarm

Details on automatic man-down and no-movement detection alarms.

Alarm Operation and Signals

Temporarily delaying alarms, resetting functions, and acoustic location signals.

Chemical Resistance

Related Documents

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

The Ascom i63 VoWiFi Handset is a robust communication device designed for use in demanding environments, offering a wide array of features including telephony, messaging, and alarm functions. This quick reference guide outlines its basic functionality and maintenance aspects.

Function Description

The handset provides comprehensive communication capabilities over a Voice over Wi-Fi (VoWiFi) network. Its core functions include making and receiving calls, managing contacts, and sending/receiving text messages. The device features a 2.0-inch TFT full-color display with backlighting, ensuring clear visibility of information.

For telephony, users can dial numbers directly, select contacts from a local or central phone book, or choose from a call list. The handset supports answering, ending, and rejecting calls. During a call, the volume can be adjusted using dedicated buttons or the navigation key. The loudspeaker can be toggled on/off, and the microphone can be muted. The device also includes quick access to voicemail.

Messaging functionality allows users to send and receive text messages. New messages are indicated by an icon on the display and an audible tone. Messages are stored in an inbox and can be viewed, written, and deleted. The availability of messaging features may vary depending on the handset variant.

Alarm functions are a critical aspect of the Ascom i63, particularly for the Protector variant. The multifunction/PTT/Alarm button can be configured for different alarm types. A long press or double press can trigger a push-button alarm, which is sent to a central alarm system. The handset also supports Man-down and No-movement alarms. The Man-down alarm activates if the handset is tilted beyond a predefined angle for a certain period, while the No-movement alarm triggers if no movement is detected for a specified duration. During the warning phase for these alarms, the handset provides audio and vibrating signals and displays a warning message, allowing the user to cancel the alarm before it is sent. Once an alarm is sent, the handset confirms it with a beep and vibrating alert. An Acoustic Location Signal (ALS) can follow an alarm, providing an audible signal from the handset for a predefined period, which can be silenced.

Usage Features

The Ascom i63 is designed for intuitive use with a combination of physical keys and a clear display.

• Keys and Navigation: The handset features a keypad with alphanumeric keys (0-9, *, #), a call key, an end/on/off key, a five-way navigation key, volume up/down buttons, and a mute/PTT button. The three soft keys beneath the display have context-sensitive functions indicated by text on the screen.
• Hot Keys: Keys 0 and 2-9 can be configured as hot keys for quick access to specific numbers, menu shortcuts, or sending messages. A long press on these keys in idle mode typically provides a shortcut to the Call contact list.
• Multifunction/PTT/Alarm Button: This button's function varies by handset variant. For Messenger and Talker variants, it can be configured for various functions. For the Protector variant, it serves as a push-button alarm. When used as a Push-to-Talk (PTT) button (requiring a Messenger handset), it activates the microphone for group calls as long as it is pressed.
• Sound and Vibration Control: The sound off key or mute button can be used to turn audible signals on/off in idle mode, silence incoming call rings, and mute the microphone during calls. The vibrating alert can be configured to be always on, on only when silent, or off.
• Keypad Lock: The handset supports an automatic key lock feature, indicated by a key lock icon. The keypad can be unlocked by pressing the asterisk key followed by the "Yes" soft key.
• Headset Connectivity: A 3.5-mm connector allows for wired headsets, protected by a cover when not in use. The handset is compatible with wired headsets used for Android devices. Bluetooth connectivity is also available, allowing for the use of Bluetooth headsets.
• Profiles: The handset supports different profiles, and an icon indicates when a profile is active.

Maintenance Features

Maintaining the Ascom i63 involves charging the battery and ensuring its chemical resistance.

• Battery Charging: The handset can be charged using a desktop charger or a charging rack. To charge, place the handset in the charger until "In charger" appears on the display. Once fully charged, it can be removed by tilting it forward. A separate battery pack charger is also available. It's important to note that charging in environments below 5 °C can harm the battery and shorten its lifespan. If the battery's capacity declines, it should be replaced with a new one; users should contact their system administrator or handset supplier for replacements.
• Chemical Resistance: The alphanumeric characters on the handset are tested and resistant to chipping, fading, or wearing off when exposed to common cleaning products, disinfectants, or perspiration. The device has shown no harmful effects from exposure to 3% Hydrochloric Acid, M-alcohol (70% Methylated Ethanol), and 60% Chlorhexidine 0.5 mg/ml. However, Acetone can damage the plastic case and should not be used.

ASCOM i63 VoWiFi Specifications