Accessory handset for use with vtech models cs6219/cs6219-2/cs6219-3/ cs6219-4/cs6228-3/cs6228-6/ cs6229/cs6229-2/cs6229-3/ cs6229-4/cs6229-5 (18 pages)
Accessory handset for use with vtech models cs6219/cs6219-2/cs6219-3/ cs6219-4/cs6228-3/cs6228-6/ cs6229/cs6229-2/cs6229-3/ cs6229-4/cs6229-5 (18 pages)
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User’s manual w w w.v t e c h p h o n e s . c o m Models: CS6219/CS6219-2/ CS6219-3/CS6219-4...
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Congratulations on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this telephone, please read the Important safety instructions on page 38 of this manual. This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting necessary to install and operate your new VTech telephone. Please review this manual thoroughly to ensure proper installation and operation of this innovative and feature rich VTech product.
Table of contents Getting started ......1 Alphabetical search ....19 Dial a directory entry ....19 Parts checklist ......1 Edit a directory entry ....20 Telephone base and charger installation .......2 Delete from the directory ....20 Battery installation and About caller ID ......21 charging ........3 Call log ........22 Installation options .....4...
Getting started Parts checklist Your telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. Handset Charger and charger adapter Wall bracket (1 for CS6219, (1 for CS6219-2, 2 for CS6219-3 2 for CS6219-2, and 3 for CS6219-4) 3 for CS6219-3 and...
Getting started Telephone base and charger installation Install the telephone base and charger(s) as shown below. Make sure that the electrical outlet is not controlled by a wall switch. 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 the telephone wall jack.
Getting started Battery installation and charging Install the battery as shown below. After installing the battery, you may be able to make and receive short calls. For best performance, charge the handset for at least 16 hours before use. When not in use, place the handset in the telephone base or charger.
Getting started Installation options Your telephone base is ready for table top use. If you want to mount your If you want to mount your telephone on a wall, use the provided wall bracket to connect with a standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. If you do not have this mounting plate, you can purchase one from many hardware or consumer electronics retailers.
Getting started Wall mount to table top installation If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie them first. Lift the telephone base up to detach it from the black plastic wall bracket. Unplug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) from the wall. Unplug the power adapter from the power outlet.
Getting started Handset layout (caller ID) CHARGE light Press to review the call log On when the handset is charging in when the telephone is not in the telephone base or charger. use. (Directory) While in a menu, press to scroll down.
Getting started Telephone base layout IN USE light Flashes when there is an incoming call, or another telephone sharing the same line is in use. On when the handset is in use. VOICEMAIL light Flashes when you have new voicemail, a service offered by your telephone service provider.
Telephone settings Ringer volume You can set the ringer volume or turn the ringer off. >RINGER VOLUME RINGER TONE Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. to select > RINGER VOLUME, then press Press MENU/SELECT.
Telephone settings LCD language You can select ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS or ESPAÑOL to be used in all screen displays. >LCD LANGUAGE SET DATE/TIME Press MENU/SELECT to show the menu when the handset is not in use. to select > LCD LANGUAGE, then press Press MENU/SELECT.
Telephone settings Clear voicemail If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone service provider, NEW VOICEMAIL and appear on the handset, and the VOICEMAIL light on the telephone base flashes when you have new voicemail messages. Contact your telephone service provider for more information and assistance about using your voicemail service.
Telephone operation Make a call /FLASH or Press . You hear a dial tone. Dial the number. Make a predial call Dial the number. /FLASH or Press Answer a call Press /FLASH, or any of the dialing keys (0-9, #, *). The screen shows the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes and seconds).
Telephone operation Mute The mute function allows you to hear the other party but the other party cannot hear you. During a call, press MUTE/REMOVE on the handset. The handset screen shows MUTED for a few seconds appears until the mute function is turned off. MUTE PHONE 0:00:00...
Telephone operation Chain dialing Use this feature while already dialing one phone number or while on a call to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the directory, stored in the call log, or from the most recent redial phone number. Chain dialing can be useful when accessing numbers other than phone numbers (such as bank account information or access codes).
Telephone operation Multiple handset use You can use up to two system handsets at a time on an outside call. If a handset is already on a call and you would like to join the call, press /FLASH or on another handset to join the call. To end the call, press OFF/CLEAR or place the handset in the telephone base or charger.
Telephone operation Share an outside call You can call another system handset to join an outside call. That call continues even if you hang up. TRANSFER TO: During a call, press INT. The other handset rings. The outside call is put on hold. •...
Telephone operation Directory The directory can store up to 50 entries with up to 30 digits DIRECTORY EMPTY for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. • When there are no records in the directory, the screen shows DIRECTORY EMPTY. •...
Telephone operation Store a directory entry Use the following steps to store an entry in the directory. Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. to select > DIRECTORY and then press >DIRECTORY Press CALL LOG MENU/SELECT. to select > STORE, then press Press MENU/SELECT.
Telephone operation Character chart Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes the characters to be displayed in the following order: Characters by number of key presses Number key &...
Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. STORE to select > DIRECTORY and then press Press MENU/SELECT twice. Press to browse. VTECH Alphabetical search 800-595-9511 To start an alphabetical search: Press when the handset is not in use. -OR- Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use.
Telephone operation Edit a directory entry Use the following steps to edit an entry in the directory. Press when the handset is not in use. -OR- Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. Press select > DIRECTORY and then press MENU/SELECT twice. Press , or use the alphabetical search to browse (see page 19).
Telephone operation About caller ID You can use this telephone with regular caller ID service or combined caller ID with call waiting. You can use the telephone’s other features without subscribing to caller ID services. There may be fees for caller ID services and these services may not be available in all areas.
Telephone operation Call log If you subscribe to caller ID service, information about each caller appears after the first or second ring. If you answer a call before the caller information appears on the screen, it will not be saved in the call log. •...
Each time you review a call log entry marked NEW, the number of missed calls decreases by one. When you have reviewed all the missed calls, the missed VTECH calls indicator no longer shows. 800-595-9511 If you do not want to review the missed calls one by one,...
Telephone operation Make a call log entry ready to dial Although the call log entries received have 10 digits (the area code plus the seven-digit number), in some areas, you may need to dial only the seven digits, or 1 plus the seven digits, or 1 plus the area code plus the seven digits. You can change the number of digits that you dial from the call log and store to the directory.
Telephone operation Delete from the call log To delete one entry: When in the call log, press to browse. Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete the selected entry. To delete all entries: Press MENU/SELECT when the handset is not in use. to select > CALL LOG, then press Press MENU/SELECT.
Telephone operation Redial list The telephone stores the five most recently dialed numbers. • When there are already five entries, the oldest entry is deleted to make room for the new entry. • Entries are shown in reverse chronological order. Press REDIAL/PAUSE to browse the redial list.
Appendix Handset display screen messages The telephone number entered is already ALREADY SAVED stored in the directory. There are no call log entries. CALL LOG EMPTY Calling another handset. CALLING HANDSET X (for models with three or more handsets) CALLING OTHER HANDSET (for models with two handsets) The cordless handset is searching for the CONNECTING...
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Appendix Handset display screen messages There is no telephone line connected. NO LINE Communication between handset and NO SIGNAL, CALL ENDED telephone base is lost during a call. One handset is already viewing the call log NOT AVAILABLE or directory and another handset attempts AT THIS TIME to review it.
Appendix Handset and telephone base indicators Handset lights On when the handset speakerphone is in use. CHARGE On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or charger. Telephone base lights IN USE Flashes when there is an incoming call or another telephone sharing the same line is in use.
Appendix Battery It takes up to 16 hours for the battery to be fully charged. When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operation Operating time While in handset use (talking*) Up to eight hours While in speakerphone mode (talking*) Up to five hours While not in use (standby**) Up to six days...
Appendix Expand your telephone system The handsets provided with your telephone system are pre-registered. Each handset is assigned a number that shows on the handset display. Additional handsets registered to the telephone system are assigned in sequential order. For instance, if the telephone system already has HANDSET 1 and HANDSET 2, the new registered handset is assigned HANDSET 3.
Appendix Replace a handset If you want to replace a handset or reassign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must deregister all the handsets and then individually register each handset. To make deregistration easier, read all of the instructions on this page before you begin.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com, or call 1 (800) 595-9511; in Canada, call 1 (800) 267-7377. My telephone does not work at all. •...
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Appendix Troubleshooting • Make sure the power adapter and telephone line cord are plugged in correctly and securely. • Unplug the power adapter. Wait for 15 seconds before plugging it back in. Allow up to one minute for the handset and telephone base to reset. There is no dial tone.
Appendix Troubleshooting My handset beeps and is not performing normally. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug the telephone base into a different working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Move the handset closer to the telephone base.
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Appendix Troubleshooting telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in the wiring or local service. Call your telephone service provider. I hear noise on the cordless handset and the keys do not work. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in securely. My caller ID features are not working properly.
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Appendix Troubleshooting the power adapter and reinstall the battery. Place the handset in the telephone base and allow up to one minute for the handset and telephone base to synchronize. • Other electronic products may prevent your handset and telephone base from communicating with each other.
Appendix Important safety instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Appendix Operating range This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or office.
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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.
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Product in transit. If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
Appendix FCC, ACTA and IC regulations FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Appendix FCC, ACTA and IC regulations If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone service provider may temporarily discontinue your telephone service. The telephone service provider is required to notify you before interrupting service. If advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone service provider is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
Appendix Technical specifications Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Transmit Handset: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Telephone base: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz frequency Channels Nominal effective Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.
Index Add a handset 31 Handset display screen messages 27 Alphabetical search 19 Handset icons 29 Answer a call 11 Handset lights 29 Home area code 10 Battery 3 Important safety instructions 38 Intercom 14 Caller ID 21 Call log 22 Call log display screen messages 25 Key tone 8 Call waiting 12...
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Index Save a call log entry to the directory 24 Search the directory 19 Share an outside call 15 Speakerphone 11 Store a directory entry 17 Store from redial 17 Technical specifications 45 Telephone base installation 2 Telephone base lights 29 Transfer a call 15 Troubleshooting 33 Volume 8...