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  • Page 1 User’s manual w w w.v t e c h p h o n e s . c o m Models: DS6671-2/DS6671-3/ DS6671-4/DS6672-4...
  • Page 2 VTech telephone. 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. In Canada, please visit www.vtechcanada.com.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introducing Bluetooth ......21 Hold ..........39 Glossary of terms ......23 Redial ..........40 Bluetooth setup .........24 Website ..........40 ™ VTech Connect to Cell application ...24 Temporary ringer silencing ....41 Add a cell phone .......25 Chain dialing ........41 Auto connection ........26 Temporary tone dialing .....42 Connect a paired cell phone .....26...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Make an outgoing call during Using the answering system a PTT call ........51 and voicemail together ....69 Message capacity ......70 Phonebook ......52 New message indication ....70 About the phonebook .......52 Call screening ........70 Add a phonebook entry to the Call intercept ........71 home phonebook ......53 Temporarily turn off the message...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Ear hooks (3) Additional Telephone Cordless Handset Ear pad line cord headset with an earbuds (3) (1 for DS6671-2) (2 for DS6671-3) earbud attached (3 for DS6671-4/ DS6672-4) Head band Telephone base Handset battery Handset battery power adapter...

  • Page 6: Telephone Base And Charger Installation

    Getting started Telephone base and charger installation Install the telephone base and handset 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.

  • Page 7: Handset Battery Installation

    Getting started Handset battery installation Install the battery as shown below. Place the battery with the label Plug the battery connector securely THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires into the socket inside the handset inside the battery compartment. battery compartment, matching the orientation of the engraved label.

  • Page 8: Handset Battery Charging

    Getting started Handset battery charging Once you have installed the battery, the handset LCD display indicates the battery status (see the table below). NOTES • For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in use. •...

  • Page 9: Headset Charging

    Getting started Headset charging After installing the telephone base, charge the headset as shown below. The headset is fully charged after three hours of continuous charging. If the light does not turn on while charging, you need to charge the headset without interruption for at least 15 minutes to give the headset enough charge to use for a short time.

  • Page 10: Headset Battery

    Getting started Headset battery It takes up to three hours for the battery to be fully charged. When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operation Operating time While in use (talking*) Nine hours While not in use (standby**) Ninety hours * Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery.

  • Page 11: Earbud Installation

    Getting started Earbud installation There are four earbuds provided and one of them has already been attached to the headset. To remove the earbud from the headset earpiece: Hold both sides of the earbud and then pull the earbud until it separates from the earpiece.

  • Page 12: Ear Hook Installation

    Getting started Ear hook installation There are three ear hooks provided. The smallest ear hook is a flexible ear hook. If you choose to use it, adjust to suit your ear comfortably before use. To attach the ear hook to the headset: Remove any headset attachment (earbud excluded) connected to the headset.
  • Page 13 Getting started Ear hook installation To adjust the headset to wear on your left ear: Hold the headset with one Twist the ear hook 180 degrees hand. Lift the ear hook upward. clockwise. Push the ear hook downward. Hook the headset on your left ear. Adjust the angle of the headset until the microphone is pointing towards your mouth.
  • Page 14 Getting started Ear hook installation To remove the ear hook from the headset: Hold the headset with one hand and the ear hook with your other hand. Pull the end of the ear hook up until it separates from the rotating clip on the headset.

  • Page 15: Head Band Installation

    Getting started Head band installation To attach the head band to the headset: Remove any headset attachment connected to the headset. Attach the ear pad to the headset earpiece. To wear the headset on your right ear, insert the end [A] of the head band into the rotating clip [B] on the headset until it clicks into place.
  • Page 16 Getting started Head band installation Adjust the head band to fit your head. Adjust and rotate the angle of the headset until the microphone is pointing towards your mouth. Firmly grip the earpiece with one hand whenever adjusting the headset microphone up or down. To wear on your left ear, hold the headset on one hand and the head band with your other hand.

  • Page 17: Are You A New Cable Or Voip Subscriber

    Getting started Are you a new cable or VoIP subscriber? If your answer is yes, the existing telephone jacks in your home may no longer work. Your cable/VoIP service provider uses a different connection, separate from your old traditional telephone service, to connect the modem/router/terminal adapter installed in your home.

  • Page 18: Did You Subscribe To Voicemail Service From Your Telephone Service Provider

    Getting started Did you subscribe to voicemail service from your telephone service provider? Your telephone has a built-in answering system and supports voicemail feature offered by your telephone service provider (subscription is required, and fees may apply). Refer to Answering system and voicemail on page 69 for more details. To use the built-in answering system: You may see this online Complete user’s manual on how to record your outgoing announcement, retrieve messages and other related operations.

  • Page 19: Handset Layout

    Getting started Handset layout CHARGE light • On when the handset is charging in the telephone base or handset charger (page 3). VOLUME/ / (phonebook) • Press to review the phonebook when the phone is not in use (page 55). •...
  • Page 20 Getting started Handset layout REDIAL/PAUSE • Press repeatedly to view the last 10 numbers dialed (page 40). • While entering numbers, press and hold to insert a dialing pause (pages 33, 53, 54 and 62). MENU/SELECT • Press to show the menu (page 28). •...
  • Page 21 Getting started Handset layout PUSH TO TALK (PTT) • Press to begin a broadcast to one or multiple handsets (page 48 or page 49). • Press and hold to broadcast to a group of handsets when the handset is not in use (page 49).

  • Page 22: Telephone Base Layout

    Getting started Telephone base layout FIND HANDSET • Press to page all system handsets and headset (page 42). CELL 1/ CELL 2 lights • On when the telephone base is paired and connected with a Bluetooth device (page 25). • Blinks when pairing is in progress.
  • Page 23 Getting started Telephone base layout /PLAY/STOP • Press to play messages (page 72). • Press to stop message playback (page 72). /SKIP • Press to skip to the next message (page 72). /REPEAT • Press to repeat a message (page 72). •...

  • Page 24: Headset Layout

    Getting started Headset layout (on/off) • Press and hold two seconds to power on or off. • Press to answer, end or join a call (pages 36 and 43). • On in red when charging in the telephone base. • On in blue when fully charged in the telephone base.

  • Page 25: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Introducing Bluetooth Your new DS6671/DS6672 telephone system with Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features: • Pair and connect up to a maximum of two cell phones with the telephone base to make and receive cell calls. Both cell phones can be active on a call at a time.

  • Page 26: Important Information

    Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by VTech Holdings Limited is under license. VTech Holdings Limited is a member of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

  • Page 27: Glossary Of Terms

    Bluetooth Glossary of terms Below are some terms used in this user’s manual to help you become familiar with using your Bluetooth enabled cell phone and your new DS6671/DS6672 telephone system. Bluetooth cell phone - refers to a Bluetooth enabled cellular telephone. Cell line - the telephone line associated with your cell phone service.

  • Page 28: Bluetooth Setup

    (OS 2.3 or higher), you can further extend the flexibility of your telephone system with use of this free application. VTech Connect to Cell comprises Caller ID manager and Alerts manager that help you integrate your cell phone with your new DS6671/DS6672.

  • Page 29: Add A Cell Phone

    Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your cell phone. Once your cell phone finds your VTech phone (VTech DS6671/ VTech DS6672), press the appropriate key on your cell phone to continue the pairing process.

  • Page 30: Auto Connection

    Bluetooth Auto connection A cell phone may be disconnected from the telephone base when: • The Bluetooth feature of your connected cell phone is turned off. • The power of your cell phone is turned off. • Your cell phone is not within range of the telephone base. When the Bluetooth feature or power on the cell phone is turned on, or it moves within range of the base, the base will try to reconnect to the cell phone.

  • Page 31: Download Phonebook

    For certain cell phones, you may need to press a key on your cell phone to confirm the phonebook download. • For Android cell phones, you may also download your cell phone phonebook to your DS6671/DS6672 via the VTech Contact Share application. Go to http://www.vtechphones.com/app_contact_share for application download.

  • Page 32: Telephone Settings

    Telephone settings Telephone settings Using the menu You can use a cordless handset to change the telephone settings. In the ringers menu, you can select the ringer tones and adjust the ringer volume for incoming calls. In the settings menu, you can change the settings for LCD language, voicemail number, voicemail indicators, key tone, CID time synchronization and dial mode.

  • Page 33: Handset Ringer Volume

    Telephone settings Handset ringer volume You can set the ringer volume or turn the ringer off on each Bluetooth handset. When the ringer is off, appears on the screen. >Ringers Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Press to scroll to Ringers, then press SELECT.

  • Page 34: Ringer Tone

    Telephone settings Ringer tone You can choose from different ringer tones for each handset. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. RINGER TONE to scroll to Ringers, then press SELECT. Press >Al l lines to scroll to Ringer tone. Press to scroll to All lines, Home ringtone, Cell 1 tone Press...

  • Page 35: Set Date And Time

    Telephone settings Set date and time The answering system announces the date and time of each message prior to playing it. Before using the answering system, set the date and time as follows. If you subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month and time are set automatically with each incoming call.

  • Page 36: Lcd Language

    Telephone settings LCD language You can select a language (English, French or Spanish) to be used in all screen displays. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Set date/time Press to scroll to Settings, then press SELECT. >Settings Press SELECT to select LCD language.

  • Page 37: Voicemail Number

    Telephone settings Voicemail number If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone service provider, you can save the voicemail number to 1 for easy access. When you want to retrieve voicemail messages, press and hold 1 . Contact your telephone service provider for more information and assistance about using your voicemail service.

  • Page 38: Clear Voicemail Indicators

    Telephone settings Clear voicemail indicators If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone service provider, New voicemail and display on the handsets when you have new voicemail messages. Contact your telephone service provider for more information and assistance about using your voicemail service. After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on the handsets turn off automatically.

  • Page 39: Cid Time Synchronization

    Telephone settings CID time synchronization This feature allows the time and date to be set by incoming Key tone >CID time sync caller ID information. The default setting is Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Press to scroll to Settings, then press SELECT. Press to scroll to CID time sync, then press SELECT.

  • Page 40: Telephone Operation

    Telephone operation Make a home call /HOME or Press on the handset. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. Press on the headset to join the call. Hang up the handset at any time to leave the call and the headset continues the call.

  • Page 41: Make A Cell Call

    Telephone operation Make a cell call Press CELL 1 or CELL 2. • The handset displays Unable to call. Line in use if your cell phone is in use. Enter the telephone number, then press the corresponding CELL key to dial. Press on the headset to join the call.

  • Page 42: Call Waiting On The Cell Line

    Telephone operation Call waiting on the cell line When you subscribe to call waiting service with your cell phone service provider, the handset flashes and you hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. CELL 1 or CELL 2 on the handset or press and hold FLASH on the •...

  • Page 43: Volume Control

    Telephone operation Volume control On a handset: During a call, press VOLUME/ or VOLUME/ • adjust the listening volume. On a handset: • During a call, press +/-/VOLUME on the side of the headset to adjust the listening volume. You hear an in-ear beep while adjusting.

  • Page 44: Redial

    Press DELETE to delete the displayed entry. You hear a confirmation tone. Website Settings Use this feature to view the VTech website address. >Web address Press MENU when the handset is not in use. to scroll to Web address, then press SELECT.

  • Page 45: Temporary Ringer Silencing

    Telephone operation Temporary ringer silencing When the telephone is ringing, you can temporarily silence the ringer of the handset, headset or telephone base without disconnecting the call. The next call rings normally at the preset volume. To silence the handset ringer: Press OFF, MUTE or •...

  • Page 46: Temporary Tone Dialing

    Telephone operation Temporary tone dialing If you have pulse (rotary) service only, you can switch from pulse to touch-tone dialing temporarily during a call. This is useful if you need to send touch-tone signals to access your telephone banking or long distance services. During a call, press Use the dialing keys to enter the number you wish to dial.

  • Page 47: Multiple Handset Use

    Multiple handset use Join a call in progress You can use four system handsets on an outside call at a time. You can buy additional expansion handsets (DS6071) and an additional cordless headset (IS6100) for the telephone base. You can register up to 12 devices to the telephone base, including a maximum of two cordless headsets.

  • Page 48: Intercom

    Multiple handset use Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between two system Cal ler ID log >Intercom handsets, or a handset and a headset. Only one intercom call can be established at a time. To initiate an intercom call: Press MENU when the handset is not in use.

  • Page 49: Answer An Incoming Call During An Intercom Call

    Multiple handset use Answer an incoming call during an intercom call If you receive an incoming landline call during an intercom call, you will hear an alert tone. All handsets display and the caller ID. /HOME. The intercom call ends automatically. •...

  • Page 50: Transfer A Call Using Intercom

    Multiple handset use Transfer a call using intercom Use the intercom feature to transfer an outside call to another >Intercom Equalizer system handset or headset. When the handset is on a call, press MENU. to scroll to Intercom, then press SELECT. The Press outside call is put on hold automatically.

  • Page 51: Push-To-Talk (Ptt)

    Multiple handset use Push-to-talk (PTT) You can directly broadcast messages from one handset to the speakerphone of one or mutiple handsets. Press and hold PUSH TO TALK to begin two-way communication. If only one handset is available or registered, the handset shows PTT requires two handsets when you press PUSH TO TALK.

  • Page 52: Ptt To A Single Handset

    Multiple handset use PTT to a single handset You have two ways to begin a PTT call: PUSH TO TALK • If you have two handsets, press and hold PUSH TO TALK >HANDSET when the handset is not in use. If you have three or more handsets, press PUSH TO TALK •...

  • Page 53: Ptt To Multiple Handsets

    Multiple handset use PTT to multiple handsets When there are multiple handsets registered to the telephone system, PTT supports one-to-group calls. PTT supports a maximum of one-to-four calls when five handsets are registered, and a maximum of one-to-three calls when six or more handsets are registered.

  • Page 54: Answer A Ptt Call

    Multiple handset use Answer a PTT call You can respond to a PTT call whenever the speakerphone light is off, as described below. When your handset receives a PTT call, the handset beeps and the screen displays Press and hold [PTT] to talk. When the other party is speaking, your speakerphone light is on, and your handset displays PTT From HS X To HS (a maximum of four handset numbers...

  • Page 55: End A Ptt Call

    Multiple handset use End a PTT call • For a one-to-one PTT call, both the originating and destination handsets can end the PTT call. • For a PTT call to multiple handsets, the originating handset can end the PTT call. If any one of the destination handsets leaves the PTT call, the call continues until all handsets hang up.

  • Page 56: Phonebook

    Phonebook About the phonebook This phone has three phonebooks, one home phonebook and Phonebook empty two downloaded cell phonebooks, which are shared by all system handsets. The home phonebook stores up to 200 contacts with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name.

  • Page 57: Add A Phonebook Entry To The Home Phonebook

    Phonebook Add a phonebook entry to the home phonebook Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Press to scroll to Phonebook, then press Answering sys SELECT twice. >Phonebook to scroll to Add contact, then press Press SELECT. When ENTER NUMBER displays, use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits).
  • Page 58 Phonebook Add a phonebook entry to the home phonebook -OR- Use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits) when the phone is not in use. Press SELECT. The handset displays EDIT NUMBER. • Press to move the cursor to the left or right. Press DELETE to erase a digit.

  • Page 59: Review Phonebook Entries

    Phonebook Review phonebook entries Phonebook entries appear alphabetically. Press when the phone is not in use. Press to scroll to the desirable phonebook, then press Entries in PB SELECT twice. The handset displays Entries in PB XXX briefly, then it displays the first entry in the phonebook. Press to browse through the phonebook.

  • Page 60: Dial A Phonebook Entry

    Phonebook Dial a phonebook entry Search for the desired entry in the phonebook (see Review phonebook entries or Alphabetical search on page 55). /HOME or CELL 1 or CELL 2 Press to dial using the home line; or press to dial using the cell line. Edit a phonebook entry Search for the desired entry in the phonebook (see Review EDIT NUMBER...

  • Page 61: Delete A Phonebook Entry

    Phonebook Delete a phonebook entry Search for the desired entry in the phonebook (see Review Linda Jones Delete contact? phonebook entries or Alphabetical search on page 55). Press DELETE and then the handset displays Delete contact? Press SELECT to confirm. The handset displays Contact deleted.

  • Page 62: Caller Id

    Caller ID About caller ID This product supports caller ID services offered by most telephone service providers. Depending on your service subscription, you may see the caller’s number, or the caller’s name and number that are sent by your telephone service provider after the first or second ring.

  • Page 63: Caller Id Log

    Caller ID Caller ID log If you subscribe to caller ID service provided by your telephone service provider and/or cell phone service provider, information about each caller will appear after the first or second ring. If you answer a call before the caller’s information appears, it will not be saved in the caller ID log.

  • Page 64: Missed Call Indicator

    Caller ID Missed call indicator When there are calls that have not been reviewed in the HANDSET XX Missed cal ls caller ID log, the handsets display XX Missed calls. When you are reviewing a new caller ID log entry, displays to indicate that it is a landline call, or displays to indicate that it is a cell line...

  • Page 65: View Dialing Options

    Caller ID View dialing options Although the caller ID 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 caller ID log and store the new number to the phonebook.

  • Page 66: Dial A Caller Id Log Entry

    Caller ID Dial a caller ID log entry Search for the desired caller ID log entry (see Review the caller ID log on page 60). /HOME, CELL 1, CELL 2 or When the desired entry displays, press to dial. Save a caller ID log entry to the home phonebook Search for the desired caller ID log entry (see Review the caller ID log on page 60).

  • Page 67: Delete Caller Id Log Entries

    Caller ID Delete caller ID log entries To delete one entry: Search for the desired caller ID log entry (see Review the Review caller ID log on 60). >Del al l cal ls Press DELETE to delete the displayed entry. To delete all entries: Press MENU when the phone is not in use.

  • Page 68: Answering System Settings

    Answering system settings Answering system Use the answering system menu of a cordless handset to Play messages >Answering sys turn on or off the answering system, message alert tone or call screening, set up the announcement message, or change the number of rings, remote access code or message recording time.

  • Page 69: Delete Your Announcement

    Answering system settings Delete your announcement Play annc Press MENU when the phone is not in use. >Reset annc to scroll to Answering sys, then Press press SELECT. Press SELECT again to choose Announcement. Press to scroll to Reset annc, then press SELECT.

  • Page 70: Call Screening

    Answering system settings Call screening Use this feature to choose whether incoming messages can be Answer ON/OFF heard while they are being recorded. >Ans sys setup Press MENU when the phone is not in use. to scroll to Answering sys, then press SELECT. Press to scroll to Ans sys setup.

  • Page 71: Remote Access Code

    Answering system settings Remote access code A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch-tone telephone. The preset code is 19. You can set the code from 00 to 99. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. # of rings to scroll to Answering sys, then Press...

  • Page 72: Recording Time

    Answering system settings Recording time You can set the recording time limit for each incoming message. The recording time is preset to three minutes. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Msg alert tone to scroll to Answering sys, then Press >Recording time press SELECT.

  • Page 73: Answering System Operation

    Answering system operation Answering system and voicemail Your telephone has separate indicators for two different types of voice messages: those left on its built-in digital answering system and those left with your telephone service provider’s voicemail (fees may apply). Your telephone’s built-in digital answering system messages and voicemail messages are separate.

  • Page 74: Message Capacity

    Answering system operation Message capacity The answering system can record and store up to 99 messages. Each message can be up to three minutes in length, depending on the recording time set (see page 68). The total storage capacity for the announcement, messages and memos is approximately 14 minutes.

  • Page 75: Call Intercept

    Answering system operation Call intercept If you want to talk to the caller whose message is being recorded, press /HOME or on the handset, or on the headset. Temporarily turn off the message alert tone If the message alert tone is turned on (see page 67), the telephone base beeps every 10 seconds when there are new messages.

  • Page 76: Message Playback

    Answering system operation Message playback On the telephone base, when playback begins, the total number of old or new messages is announced, and the message window displays the message number currently playing. On a handset, when playback begins, the total number of old or new messages is announced, and it displays the number of old and new messages.

  • Page 77: Delete All Old Messages

    Answering system operation Delete all old messages You can only delete old (reviewed) messages. You cannot delete new messages until you review them. You cannot retrieve deleted messages. To delete all old messages at the telephone base: When the phone is not in use, press X/DELETE. The system announces, “To delete all old messages, press DELETE again.”...

  • Page 78: Remote Access

    Answering system operation Remote access A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch-tone telephone. The preset code is 19. See Remote access code on page 67 to change it. Dial your telephone number from any touch-tone telephone. When the system plays your announcement, enter the two-digit security code.

  • Page 79: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix Expand your telephone system The handset(s) and headset provided with your telephone system are already registered. Each handset is assigned a number that displays on the handset. Additional handsets registered to the telephone system are assigned numbers in the sequential order. This telephone system accommodates up to 12 devices, including a maximum of two DECT 6.0 headsets.

  • Page 80: Add And Register A Headset

    Appendix Add and register a headset The telephone system accommodates up to two cordless headsets. You can add a new headset (IS6100, purchased separately) to your telephone system. The headset must be registered with the telephone base before use. You may need to charge the headset before registering it to the telephone base.

  • Page 81: Deregister Handsets/Headset

    Appendix Appendix Deregister handsets/headset If you want to replace a handset or headset, or reassign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must deregister all handsets and headsets that are registered to the telephone base. Then register each handset and headset individually.

  • Page 82: Message Window Displays

    Appendix Appendix Message window displays Window display Description No messages. The total number of old messages and memos recorded. 1-99 The message number currently playing. The telephone base may have lost and regained power. 0-99 (flashing) The clock needs to be set. (alternating) The answering system memory is full with total number of 1-99 &...

  • Page 83: Screen Messages

    Appendix Screen messages The handset is calling another handset (for intercom calls). Calling HANDSET X There are no entries in caller ID log history. Caller ID log empty Another system handset is using the cell line. Cell line busy You need to connect the cell phone before making a cell call. Connect first A phonebook entry is deleted.

  • Page 84: Ringer Off

    Appendix Screen messages There are no phonebook entries. Phonebook empty The phonebook is full. You cannot save any new entries unless Phonebook full you delete some current entries. The battery is very low. The handset should be charged. Place in charger Quiet mode is turned off.

  • Page 85: Handset And Telephone Base Indicators

    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 handset charger. Telephone base lights IN USE On when the telephone line is in use. On when the answering system is answering a call.

  • Page 86: Handset Icons

    Appendix Handset and telephone base indicators Handset icons The battery icon flashes when the battery is low and needs charging. The battery icon animates when the battery is charging. The battery icon becomes solid when the battery is fully charged. The ECO mode activates automatically during calls to reduce power consumption.

  • Page 87: Headset Indicators

    Appendix Headset indicators Headset alert tones One beep Headset key tone. One beep every 30 seconds Muted headset microphone alert tone. Two quick beeps Error alert tone. The volume reaches its minimum or maximum setting. Two rapid beeps every 20 seconds Low battery warning.

  • Page 88: Troubleshooting

    Bluetooth feature. See the user’s manual of your cell phone for more information. • Manually connect your cell phone to VTech DS6671/DS6672. Refer to the user’s manual of your cell phone for more information. I cannot find VTech DS6671/DS6672 on my cell phone.
  • Page 89 Appendix Troubleshooting I don’t know how to search for or add new devices on my cell phone. • Most cell phones have the Bluetooth feature in the connection or setup menus. Refer to the user’s manual of your cell phone. •...
  • Page 90 Appendix Troubleshooting My telephone doesn’t work at all. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged in. • Make sure you plug the battery connector securely into the cordless handset. • Make sure you plug the telephone line cord securely and firmly into the telephone base and the telephone wall jack.
  • Page 91 Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot dial out. • Try all the suggestions above. • Make sure you have a dial tone before dialing. The cordless handset may take a second or two to find the telephone base and produce a dial tone. This is normal. Wait an extra second before dialing.
  • Page 92 Appendix Troubleshooting The battery does not charge in the handset, or the handset battery does not accept charge. • If the cordless handset is in the telephone base or handset charger and the charge light is not on, refer to The charge light is off (page 90). •...
  • Page 93 Appendix Troubleshooting I experience poor sound quality when using the speakerphone. • For increased sound quality while using the speakerphone, place the handset on a flat surface with the dialing keys facing up. I hear other calls while using my phone. •...
  • Page 94 Appendix Troubleshooting My calls cut in and out while I’m using my cordless handset. • Other electronic products such as HAM radios and other DECT phones can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing your phone as far away as possible from these types of electronic devices. •...
  • Page 95 Appendix Troubleshooting My telephone does not receive caller ID when on a call. • Make sure you subscribe to caller ID with call waiting features from your telephone service provider. Caller ID feature works only if both you and the caller are in areas offering caller ID service, and if both telephone service providers use compatible equipment.
  • Page 96 Appendix Troubleshooting The telephone does not respond to remote commands. • Make sure you enter your remote access code correctly (page 74). • Make sure you are calling from a touch-tone phone. When you dial a number, you should hear tones. If you hear clicks, the phone is not a touch-tone telephone and cannot activate the answering system.
  • Page 97 Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot retrieve voicemail messages. • Your telephone has both a built-in answering system and voicemail indication. They are independent features and each alerts you to new messages differently. If you subscribe to voicemail service from your telephone service provider, contact your telephone service provider for more information on how to access your voicemail.

  • Page 98: Important Safety Instructions

    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.

  • Page 99: Battery

    Appendix Battery • CAUTION: Use Only Supplied Battery. • Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. • Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin.

  • Page 100: Maintenance

    Appendix Maintenance Taking care of your telephone Your telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care. Avoid rough treatment Place the handset down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your telephone if you ever need to ship it. Avoid water Your telephone can be damaged if it gets wet.

  • Page 101: The Rbrc ® Seal

    VTech product service centers. Please call 1 (800) 8 BATTERY for information on Ni-MH battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. VTech’s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. ®...

  • Page 102: Fcc, Acta And Ic Regulations

    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.

  • Page 103: Industry Canada

    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.

  • Page 104: California Energy Commission Battery Charging Testing Instructions

    Appendix California Energy Commission battery charging testing instructions This telephone is set up to comply with the energy-conserving standards right out of the box. These instructions are intended for California Energy Commission (CEC) compliance testing only. When the CEC battery charging testing mode is activated, all headset functions, except battery charging, will be disabled. To activate the CEC battery charging testing mode: 1.

  • Page 105: For C-Ul Compliance Only

    Ne surchargez pas les prises de courant et les rallonges. Débranchez cet appareil de la prise de courant et communiquez avec le département de service à la clientèle de VTech dans les cas suivants: • Lorsque le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé ou écorché.
  • Page 106 Appendix For C-UL compliance only 16. Ces adaptateurs ont été conçus pour être orientés en position verticale ou montés au sol. Les broches ne sont pas conçues pour maintenir l’adaptateur en place si celui-ci est barnché dans une prise au plafond ou sous une table/ armoire. CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS Pile •...

  • Page 107: Limited Warranty

    Consumer for Products purchased and used in the United States of America and Canada. What will VTech do if the Product is not free from defects in materials and workmanship during the limited warranty period (“Materially Defective Product”)? During the limited warranty period, VTech’s authorized service representative will repair or replace at...
  • Page 108 Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue, inability to use the Product or other associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this Product.

  • Page 109: Technical Specifications

    Appendix Technical specifications Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Transmit frequency DECT frequency: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Bluetooth frequency: 2402.000-2480.000 MHz Channels DECT: 5 Bluetooth: 79 Nominal effective range Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to the environmental conditions at the time of use. Power requirements Handset: 2.4V Ni-MH battery Telephone base: Output #1: 6V DC @ 450mA;...

  • Page 110: Index

    Index Add a cell phone 25 Ear hook installation 8–10 Add a handset 75 Earbud installation 7 Add a headset 76 ECO mode 95 Add a phonebook entry 53–54 Edit a phonebook entry 56 Alphabetical search 55 End a call 36, 37 Announcement 64–65 Expand your telephone system 75 Answer a call 36, 37, 38...
  • Page 111 Index Menu 28 Silence the ringer 41 Message alert tone 67 Speakerphone 38 Message playback 72 Message window displays 78 Missed call indicator 60 Technical specifications 105 Multiple handsets 43–51 Telephone base layout 18–19 Telephone base lights 81 Mute 39 Temporary ringer silencing 41 Temporary tone dialing 42 Number of rings 66...
  • Page 112 The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by VTech Holdings Limited is under license. VTech Holdings Limited is a member of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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