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Page 1: User Guide
User Guide BT DIVERSE 6150... - Page 2 Expandable system. You can have up to 5 GAP ■ compatible handsets registered to your BT Diverse 6150 base. Make internal calls between two handsets while a third is on an external call.
- Page 3 Mains power adaptor for ■ Hearing aid? ■ the charger Please note that the BT Diverse 6150 works by sending radio signals between the base and handset. These signals may interfere with some hearing aids, causing a humming noise.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
In this guide Getting started Internal calls ....22 Location ..... . .7 Setting up . - Page 5 In this guide Special characters ....37 Record own outgoing message ..49 Writing tips .....37 Play outgoing message .
- Page 6 In this guide Adjust contrast ....63 General information Backlight on/off ....63 Safety .
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Page 7: Getting Started
WARNING Location Do not place your BT Diverse 6150 base in the bathroom or other You need to place your BT Diverse 6150 base station humid areas. close enough to a mains power and telephone socket so Handset range that the cables will reach. -
Page 8: Battery Low Warning
Telephone line cord The charge capacity of rechargeable batteries will reduce with time as they wear out, giving Your BT Diverse 6150 is ready for use. the handset less talk/standby time. Eventually they will need to be replaced. Batteries and handset may become warm during charging. - Page 9 6150, please call the BT Diverse Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email Location bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.com You need to place your BT Diverse 6150 charger close enough to a mains power socket so that the cable will reach. Setting up the charger 1.
- Page 10 Pull the plastic tag as instructed to activate the batteries. 4. Place the handset in the charger and charge the handset for at least 16 hours. Follow instructions on page 71 for registering additional handsets to the BT Diverse 6150 base.
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Page 11: Getting To Know Your Phone
Handsfree (page 18) and also Prevents accidentally dialling switches the handset on (page 17). numbers when carrying the handset around, page 22. Star Mutes the handset ringer. Recall Lets you make internal calls Used with some BT Calling between handsets, page 22. Features. -
Page 12: Display Icons
Getting to know your phone Main display icons In range. Flashes when Shows current battery level. you are out of range. Handset Handset ringer off. 01/01 12:03pm Menu Keypad lock on. Base On/Off/Ans Power/In Use Switches your indicator answering machine On when the on/off, page 56. -
Page 13: Navigating The Menus
Getting to know your phone Navigating the menus… Navigation button Your BT Diverse 6150 has a menu system which is easy to use. Each menu leads to a list of options. Have a look at the menu map on page 15. - Page 14 Getting to know your phone Go back one level You can go back to the previous menu level by pressing BACK. Exit menu If you want to exit a menu or the phone book, press BACK. If you want to go straight to the standby screen press the button.
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Page 15: Menu Map
Getting to know your phone Menu map SMS Text Answer Machine Handset Settings Base Settings Time & Date Registration Messaging Settings Play Messages Ringer Melody Write Message Ringer Melody Set Date & Time Register Handset Delete All Ringer Volume Inbox Messages Ringer Volume Set Day... -
Page 16: Using The Phone
Using the phone Dialling numbers quickly Numbers can be dialled direct from the Directory (page 24), the Calls list (page 32) or the redial list (page 20) Call timer Your handset automatically times the duration of every call. The time is shown during the call and for a few seconds after the call has ended. -
Page 17: Switch Handset On/Off
Using the phone Switch handset on/off 1. Press and hold to switch handset off. 2. Press and release to switch it on. Make an external call Press , listen for the dial tone then dial the number. Preparatory dialling Enter the number first. If you make a mistake press CLEAR to delete. -
Page 18: Handsfree
Using the phone Press to answer the call, or if the handset is on the base or charger, simply lift it up to speak. If you have subscribed to a Caller Display Service your caller’s number (and name if stored in the Directory) will be shown. -
Page 19: Secrecy
Using the phone During a call: Use the navigation button to select volume 1-5. The current setting is shown. When you end the call the setting will remain at the last selected level. Secrecy During a call, you can talk to someone nearby without your caller hearing you. - Page 20 Using the phone Redial a number from the list Press to open the Redial list, the last number called is highlighted. Press DOWN on the navigation button to scroll through the list. When the number you want is highlighted, press Empty If there are no numbers in the Redial list, the display shows Redial List Empty...
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Page 21: Paging
Using the phone Deleting a redial entry Press to open the redial list. Scroll to the entry you want. Press OPTION. DELETE ENTRY is highlighted. Press OK. Delete entire redial list Press to open the redial list. Press OPTION. DELETE ENTRY is highlighted. -
Page 22: Keypad Lock
If you are making an internal call, You can call the other handsets registered to your and you receive an external call, BT Diverse 6150 base. any handset not in use will ring. The handsets that are being used 1. Press . -
Page 23: Directory
Directory You can store up to 50 names and numbers in the directory of each handset. Each entry contains a name and phone number. Names can be up to 15 characters long and numbers up to 24 digits. Entering names When there are no entries in the directory the display shows 1. -
Page 24: Add A New Directory Entry
Directory When entering names you can select upper case, lower case or numerics by pressing will appear in the display to indicate the current selection. Add a new directory entry When the phone is in standby: 1. Press DIR. Any entries are displayed in alphabetical NEW ENTRY order. -
Page 25: View An Entry
Directory Or you can search alphabetically by pressing the relevant button, e.g. to find press and scroll through entries under , then press to dial. View an entry You can display a name and number together. Press DIR. Scroll DOWN to highlight the entry you want, then press OPTION. -
Page 26: Delete Entries
Directory Delete entries You can delete individual entries or the entire directory. 1. Press DIR. Scroll DOWN to highlight the entry you DELETE want, then press OPTION. Scroll DOWN ENTRY DELETE ALL and press OK. 2. Display asks you to confirm. Press DELETE to confirm or SAVE... -
Page 27: Copy To Another Handset
Directory Copy an entry to another handset You can copy individual entries or the whole directory from one handset to another providing both handsets are registered to your base. 1. Press and then scroll DOWN to select the entry you wish to copy. Press OPTION. Scroll DOWN COPY ENTRY . - Page 28 Directory COPYING TO HANDSET X 3. Press OK. Display shows The receiving handset shows RECEIVE DIRECTORY? If you press the directory is copied. If you press then the copying is aborted. When copying is finished, the display returns to standby. Incoming call while copying An incoming call cancels copying.
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Page 29: Set Groups
Directory Set groups You can create ringing groups by selecting entries from your directory. For example, you can create a group for family members and assign a ringer melody to that group. When one of that family group calls you will be able to identify which group from the ringer melody. -
Page 30: Name And Set Melody For A Group
Directory Name and set melody for a group You can rename a group and change the melody. 1. Press MENU, then DOWN to display HANDSET SETTINGS Press OK. CALL GROUPS 2. Scroll DOWN and press OK. Press DOWN to highlight the group you want and press OK. -
Page 31: Caller Display
Caller Display service. A quarterly caller is not available and cannot therefore be displayed. fee is payable. For more information on BT’s In this case your BT Diverse 6150 provides you with Calling Features, call BT free on some explanatory information: 0800 800 150. -
Page 32: View / Dial A Number From The Calls List
Caller Display Each call is numbered: If you have any unanswered calls in the list a icon will be shown on = the oldest call in the Calls list. So in a full Calls list, the handset display. 30 would be the most recent call. The icon will disappear when you have viewed the missed calls in the Ringback calls will display the number dialled when you... -
Page 33: Save A Number To The Directory
Caller Display Save a Calls list number to the directory 1. Press . If necessary, scroll DOWN to the entry you want. 2. Press OPTION. Display highlights SAVE NUMBER Press OK. 3. Use the keypad to enter a name. Press SAVE. If necessary, use the keypad to change the number. -
Page 34: Sms Texting
SMS texting Welcome to the BT Text Service on your BT Diverse 6150. SMS stands for Short Messaging Service. The SMS Service is provided by BT. IMPORTANT Your BT Diverse 6150 can send and receive messages to You must subscribe to your any mobile phone from participating mobile networks Network Provider’s Caller Display... -
Page 35: Send An Sms Text Message
2. Use the keypad to write your message then press OPTION. 3. You can now scroll UP or DOWN to chose between: If your BT Diverse 6150 is connected to a switchboard, you SEND TO – press OK and either enter the number you may not be able to use text message services. -
Page 36: Entering Text
Saved messages are stored in the Drafts folder If you want to save a message to complete and/or send later you can store it in the drafts folder. Your BT Diverse 6150’s drafts folder can store up to 5 messages. -
Page 37: Special Characters
SMS texting Special characters When writing texts the button let you add punctuation. " – 0 + & _ $ £ € ¥ < > space ✱ space Writing tips If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to delete the last character or digit to the left of the cursor. -
Page 38: Sms Template Messages
SMS texting SMS template messages Use a template to add pre-set statements to make your texts easier to write. The templates are: Please call I’ll be back at Happy Birthday There is one spare template shown as EMPTY for you to write your own message. -
Page 39: Delete Sms Templates
SMS texting Delete SMS templates TEMPLATE 1. Press MENU, then OK and scroll DOWN to and press OK. The available templates are displayed. Scroll to the template you want and press OK. 2. Press DOWN to highlight DELETE TEMPLATE and press OK. When you delete a template it is shown in the display as EMPTY. -
Page 40: Read, Edit And Send Messages From Your Outbox
SMS texting Press OK, scroll to the message you want and press OK. The template message is added to your text. When ready, press OPTION. These three choices are displayed again. DELETE – deletes current message. DELETE ALL – deletes all messages in the Draft messages box. -
Page 41: Incoming Call
SMS texting SAVE – you can save a text in the Draft Messages box for sending later. Press OK to save. USE TEMPLATE – these are pre-stored messages. Press OK, scroll to the message you want and press OK. The template message is added to your text. When ready, press OPTION. -
Page 42: Reading Sms Texts
SMS texting Reading SMS texts When you receive a new text message, the display shows You will not be able to receive text messages until you have first sent NEW SMS MESSAGE . To read it later, press CLEAR. The a message. -
Page 43: Delete An Sms Text Message
Or press BACK to go back to the previous menu level. Received messages are stored in the Inbox Your BT Diverse 6150’s inbox can store up to 40 text All handsets use the same inbox, outbox and drafts folder. -
Page 44: Switch Sms Text Alert On/Off
SMS texting Switch SMS text alert on/off 1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll DOWN to settings and press OK. SMS ALERT ON/OFF 2. Scroll DOWN to and press OK. A ✔ indicates the current setting. Press UP or DOWN to highlight , then press OK. -
Page 45: Adding Or Changing A Receive Service Number
You can store up to 3 numbers of SMS Service Centres that you receive messages from. You need to have these numbers stored in your BT Diverse 6150 so that it can recognise that an incoming call is a text message (otherwise it will ring and the message will not be received). -
Page 46: Selecting A Send Service Number
Selecting a Send Service number If you have two Service Centre numbers stored you can choose which one you use to send a message. Your BT Diverse 6150 is pre-set to send using Send 1. Press MENU, then OK. Scroll DOWN to... -
Page 47: Answering Machine
Answering machine You can operate your BT Diverse 6150 answering machine from: the base the handset Remotely from any external Touchtone™ telephone. The factory setting for the answering machine is ON. Until you change your outgoing message, your callers will be greeted with the pre-recorded message ‘Hello, your call cannot be taken at the moment, so please leave your message after the tone’. -
Page 48: Operating From A Handset
Operating the answering machine from a handset You can use any registered BT Diverse 6150 handset to switch your answering machine on and off, hear your messages and adjust the answering machine settings. -
Page 49: Outgoing Messages
Answering machine Outgoing messages This is the message your caller hears when the answering machine picks up their call. Your BT Diverse 6150 comes with two pre-recorded outgoing messages to choose from. Answer & Record This allows your caller to leave a message for you. -
Page 50: Play Outgoing Message
Answering machine ANSWER 1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll DOWN MACHINE and press OK. 2. Scroll DOWN ANSWER SETTINGS and press OK. Scroll DOWN OUTGOING MESSAGE . Press OK. Display shows RECORD OUTGOING MESSAGE . Press OK. 3. Press DOWN to select ANSWER &... -
Page 51: Select Answer Mode
Answering machine Select answer mode Set your answering machine to Answer & Record or Answer Only. 1. On the handset, press MENU, scroll DOWN ANSWER MACHINE and press OK. ANSWER SETTINGS 2. Scroll DOWN and press OK. Display shows ANSWER MODE . -
Page 52: Answer Delay
, press DELETE. The pre-recorded message is reinstated and played. Answer delay Answer delay sets the number of times your BT Diverse 6150 will ring before the answering machine picks up your call. The default setting is 6 rings. You can change this setting to 2, 4, 6, 8 rings or time saver. -
Page 53: Audible Message Alert
BACK to return to the previous level. Audible message alert When this feature is switched On, your BT Diverse 6150 When you have messages stored on your answering machine, the will beep every 10 seconds to indicate new messages. handset screen displays The default setting is Off. -
Page 54: Delete All Messages
Answering machine PLAY MESSAGES 2. Display shows . Press OK. Your messages A message marked NEW has not been played back before. are played. Screen shows details of the message being A message marked OLD has played. You can now press: already been played back. -
Page 55: Call Screening
Answering machine 3. Press to record another memo or BACK to return to standby. Call screening You can listen while your answering machine takes a call via the handset or the base speaker. This lets you identify the caller and decide whether to take the call. Call screening using a handset When the answering machine takes a call, press SCREEN... -
Page 56: Operating From The Base
Answering machine Using the answering machine at the base Switch on/off Press . The machine announces On or Off. Adjust loudspeaker volume Volume for message playback ranges from 01-05 and call screening ranges from 00-05. 00 = Off and 05 = Maximum. -
Page 57: Remote Access
Set security PIN the space provided on page 86. You can operate your answering machine from any modern phone by calling your BT Diverse 6150 and entering a 4-digit security code. The pre-set code is 0000. You can change this to help prevent unauthorised callers from listening to your messages. -
Page 58: Switch Answering Machine On Remotely
Switch answering machine on If you enter your security code incorrectly, after the second remotely attempt, your BT Diverse 6150 will announce: “Thank you for calling” If you forget to switch on your answering machine, you and will hang up. -
Page 59: Operating From Another Phone
3. If you don’t give any instructions for 8 seconds, you will hear, “Thank you for calling”, and your BT Diverse 6150 will hang up. -
Page 60: Base Display
Answering machine Base display Display Meaning (BLANK) Power off. — — Power on, answering machine off. 00-XX Answer machine ON, number of messages stored. 01-XX (flashing) Answer machine ON, number of messages stored and at least one new message. 01-XX alternating Answer machine ON, number of messages stored and with Ao set to Answer Only mode. -
Page 61: Additional Handset Settings
CL. the date and time are set automatically on all handsets when your BT Diverse 6150 receives its first call. If new handsets are then registered to the base, they will also receive the current date and time. However, to enable the answer machine to ‘date stamp’... -
Page 62: Ringer Melody
Additional handset settings Ringer melody You can set your handset to different ringer melodies for External and Internal calls. Choose from 10 ringer melodies. 1. Press MENU. Scroll DOWN HANDSET SETTINGS Press OK. Display shows RINGER MELODY 2. Press OK. If required scroll DOWN to select INTERNAL... -
Page 63: Adjust Contrast
Additional handset settings HANDSET SETTINGS 1. Press MENU. Scroll DOWN An indication of text or number mode will show at the bottom of Press OK. Scroll DOWN NAME HANDSET the screen between CLEAR and SAVE. 2. Press OK. Use CLEAR and the keypad to enter the name you want, then press SAVE. -
Page 64: Auto Answer
Additional handset settings Auto Answer When you receive a call, you can answer it by lifting the handset off the base station. This is called auto answer. When you switch auto answer off, all calls must be answered by pressing 1. -
Page 65: Alarm
Additional handset settings Alarm You can set a BT Diverse 6150 handset to give an alarm ring. Switch alarm on or off Alarm setting will only affect the handset it was set on. TIME & DATE SETTINGS 1. Press MENU. Scroll DOWN and press OK. -
Page 66: Handset Default Settings
Additional handset settings Setting melody for the alarm The default melody for the alarm is Beeps. TIME & DATE SETTINGS 1. Press MENU. Scroll DOWN and press OK. ALARM 2. Scroll DOWN and press OK. Display shows ALARM ON/OFF 3. Scroll DOWN SET MELODY and press OK. -
Page 67: Base Settings
Press SAVE. Handset priority Your BT Diverse 6150 is preset so that when you receive an incoming call, all handsets will ring. You can change this so that one handset will ring 2, 4, 6, or 8 times before the others. -
Page 68: Dial Mode
Your BT Diverse 6150 is pre-set to Tone dialling. You can switch to Pulse dialling which may be necessary if you are using your BT Diverse 6150 with an older style switchboard. 1. Press MENU. Scroll... -
Page 69: Recall Mode
Base settings Recall mode Recall is used with some switchboard features and some BT Calling Features. It is pre-set to Timed Break which is correct for direct exchange lines and most switchboards. For some switchboards you may need to select Earth (consult your switchboard supplier). -
Page 70: Base Setting Defaults
Base settings To change the PIN BASE SETTINGS 1. Press MENU. Scroll DOWN to display and press OK. Scroll DOWN CHANGE SYSTEM PIN press OK. 2. Enter the current PIN and press OK. 3. Display shows ENTER NEW PIN . (Original setting 0000). Enter your new 4-digit PIN and press SAVE. -
Page 71: Additional Handsets And Bases
Additional handsets and bases Registering new handsets If Registration fails, try again. If you still cannot get your handset You can register up to 5 handsets to your BT Diverse to register, call the BT Diverse Helpline on 0870 240 3962. 6150 base. -
Page 72: De-Registering A Handset
Press OK. Display confirms de-registration. Transferring calls and 3-Way calls When you are on a call you can transfer it to another BT Diverse 6150 handset. You can also bring another handset in on the call to have a 3-way call. Transferring a call When you are on a call:–... -
Page 73: 3-Way Calls
Additional handsets and bases DOWN buttons to select the handset you 2. Use the want to transfer the call to, then press OK. Alternatively, just press the number of the handset you want, e.g. to call handset 2 press . The external party is put on If the other handset doesn’t hold and the called handset rings. -
Page 74: Using Additional Bases
Additional handsets and bases Using additional bases Selecting another base. You can use your handsets with up to 4 different bases. When you have registered a handset to more than one base, you can switch between bases. 1. Press MENU. Press DOWN to scroll to HANDSET... -
Page 75: Help
Never use non-rechargeable batteries. Only fit rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) AAA. Using the wrong type of batteries will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the phone. BT accepts no responsibility for damage caused to your BT Diverse 6150 by using any other type of battery. - Page 76 Help No display appears The handset may be switched off. ■ Press and release the button to switch the handset on. ■ The batteries may be flat, dead or incorrectly inserted. Recharge, replace or renew the ■ batteries. No dial tone Make sure your handset is registered to the base and within range of the base.
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Page 77: Possible Problems With Sms
Sometimes your BT Diverse 6150 can interfere with other electrical equipment if it is ■ placed too close. It is recommended that you place your BT Diverse 6150 handset at least one metre away ■ from such appliances to avoid any risk of interference. - Page 78 ■ Further help and advice for SMS related queries on BT lines: BT Residential customers – call 151, choose option 2, when prompted by the Fault ■ Management Service select option 2, input your phone number on the handset and wait...
- Page 79 Help BT Business customers – call 154, choose option 2, when prompted by the Fault ■ Management Service select option 2, input your phone number on the handset and wait to speak to a customer adviser. For other telephone service providers, please contact their customer services.
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Page 80: Helpline
You will receive a reply text back to your phone giving the status report for that message. Customer Helpline If you experience any difficulties please call the BT Diverse Helpline on 0870 240 3962 or email bt.helpdesk@vtecheurope.com... -
Page 81: General Information
Safety General Only use the power supply suitable for the BT Diverse 6150 base or chargers. Using an unauthorised power supply will invalidate your guarantee and may damage the telephone. Use only the approved rechargeable batteries supplied. Spare rechargeable batteries are available from the Diverse Helpline 0870 240 3962. -
Page 82: Cleaning
General information It is recommended that if you have a pacemaker fitted you check with a medical expert before using this product. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/or the release of highly toxic chemicals. Cleaning Simply clean the handset and base with a damp (not wet) cloth, or an anti-static wipe. -
Page 83: How Many Telephones Can You Have
Your BT Diverse 6150 has a REN of 1. A total REN of 4 is allowed. If the total REN of 4 is exceeded, the telephone may not ring. -
Page 84: Connecting To A Switchboard
General information Connecting to a switchboard Switchboard compatibility This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards, which support tone dialling, timed break recall or earth recall. If in doubt please consult your service provider. Switchboard external line access code You may need to enter an access code (e.g. -
Page 85: Guarantee
General information Guarantee Your Diverse 6150 handset is guaranteed for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Subject to the terms listed below, the guarantee will provide for the repair of, or at BT’s or its agent’s discretion the option to replace the Diverse 6150, or any component thereof, (other than batteries), which is identified as faulty or below standard, or as a result of inferior workmanship of materials. -
Page 86: For Your Records
Serial number: For guarantee purposes, proof of purchase is required, so please keep your receipt. Enter your BT Diverse 6150 Enter your base PIN here: Remote access code here: (see page 69 for more information) (see page 57 for more information) -
Page 87: Additional Replacement Items
General information Additional/Replacement Items For a full range of items, including additional handsets for either the BT Diverse 6000 range or BT Freestyle 2000, 4000 and 7000, please call 0870 240 3962. R&TTE This product is intended for use within the UK for connection to the public telephone network and compatible switchboards. - Page 88 Nothing in this publication forms any part of any contract. © British Telecommunications plc 2005. Registered Office: 81 Newgate Street, London EC1A 7AJ. Registered in England No. 1800000. BT Diverse 6150 Issue 2 (03/05) 3 Designed and produced by The Art & Design Partnership Ltd. Printed in China...