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Telstra 6100/6100a Digital DECT Cordless Telephone User Guide If you have any problems with your phone, refer to the Help section of this User Guide or call TecHelp on 1300 369 193.
• 10 phone number memories • Calling Number Display • Flashing Message Indicator • 5 last number redial As a Digitally Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) product, your Telstra 6100/6100a provides: - • Digital clarity • Digital range • Digital security See Things you need to know on page 26 for important information.
Switching the answering machine on/off 17 setting up Outgoing messages Wall mounting your 6100/6100a Answer and Record Answer Only Getting to know your 6100/6100a Reinstate pre-recorded outgoing Handset buttons messages Handset display icons Setting the day on your Base unit...
Getting started Location You need to place your Telstra 6100/6100a close enough to a mains power and telephone socket so that the cables will reach. Make sure it is at least 1 metre away from other electrical appliances to avoid interference.
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4. After 16 hours, plug the telephone line cord into your Telstra6100/6100a base unit and the other end into the wall socket. Your Telstra 6100/6100a is now ready for use. Battery performance When batteries are fully charged the display shows the battery is full. To keep your batteries in the best conditions, leave the handset off the base for a few hours at a time (after the initial 16 hour charge).
If you have purchased a Telstra 6100/6100a Multi-pack you will need to install the additional handset(s) charger(s) as follows: - Location You need to place your Telstra 6100/6100a charger unit close enough to a mains power socket so that the cable will reach. Setting up the charger 1.
Wall mounting your Telstra 6100/6100a Your Telstra 6100/6100a main base unit (or extension handset charger if you have purchased one) can be wall mounted directly on to a wall. 1. Remove the desk stand from the back of the base unit or extension charger by pressing down on clip (A) and slide forward (B) the desk stand to reveal the mounting holes located under the base unit or charger.
Getting to know your 6100/6100a Handset 8. Calls List / UP scroll buttons Use to scroll up through menu options, 1. Mute Phonebook entries and Used to activate the Calls list. and deactivate the microphone. 9. End call Use to end a call.
Getting to know your 6100/6100a Base unit 1. Power / In Use LED 6100 On: - indicates there is power to the base. Flashes: - when the handset is in use; when receiving an incoming call; during registration mode. Flashes: - when message left on MessageBank®.
Call timer: Your handset automatically displays the duration of every external call. The earpiece volume can only be changed when you are on a call. If you have subscribed to Telstra Calling Number Display , your caller’s number will be displayed.
Using the phone Redial You can redial up to 5 of the last numbers called. 1. Press the key to enter the redial list. Scroll until the number you want is displayed. 2. Press the button to dial the number. Paging You can use the page button on the base to alert handset users that they are wanted or locate a missing handset.
You will hear a confirmation tone Internal calls If you have purchased the Telstra 6100/6100a with additional handsets, you can make internal calls between handsets and transfer calls. 1. Press and hold 2.
Using the phone Handset settings You can change the handset settings on your Telstra 6100/6100a by using the button. You press the button to confirm a setting and move on to another setting. Program menu Press and hold the button until the icon appears on the display, then press;...
When a call has not been answered the icon will flash on the display. View and dial from the calls list To view up to the last 10 calls missed and received by your Telstra 6100/6100a press the button and using the keys scroll through the calls list.
Telstra network services Flashing Message Indicator If you subscribe to Telstra Home Messages 101® or MessageBank® your Telstra 6100/6100a will indicate when you have received a new voice message. icon on the display and the power/in use light will flash If you have purchased a Telstra 6100, the when you receive a message.
Using the answering machine (6100a only) Your Telstra 6100a can digitally record up to 10 minutes of messages. Each message can be up to a maximum of 2 minutes Your Telstra 6100a comes with two pre-recorded outgoing messages, one for Answer and Record mode and one for Answer Only mode.
Using the answering machine (6100a only) Outgoing messages This is the message your caller hears when the answering machine picks up their call. Your Telstra 6100a comes with two pre-recorded outgoing messages to choose from. You can also record your own outgoing messages.
Answer delay Answer delay sets the number of times your Telstra 6100a will ring before the answering machine picks up your call. The default setting is 6 rings. You can change this setting to 2-9 rings or to time saver mode.
Remote access You can operate your answering machine remotely from any tone dialling phone by calling your Telstra 6100a and entering a 3-digit security code. The pre-set code is 000. You can change this for added security.
• Check that the base is plugged into the phone socket and that it is also connected to the mains power and switched on. Buzzing noise on my radio, • Sometimes, your Telstra 6100/6100a and other DECT compatible television, computers or handsets can interfere with other electrical equipment if placed too hearing aid close.
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Help Problem Possible cause The charging does not • Check that the base is plugged into the mains socket and switched on. appear to be working • Check that you are using the correct power adaptor plug. • Check that the handset has slotted correctly into the base. •...
WARNING Do not immerse batteries in water or throw them into a fire, or dispose of them with ordinary domestic refuse. Telstra accepts no responsibility for damage caused to your Telstra 6100/6100a by using any other types of batteries.
All items of telephone equipment have a Ringer Equivalence Number (REN), which is used to calculate the number of items which may be connected to any one telephone line. Your Telstra 6100/6100a has a REN of 0.1. A total REN of 3 is allowed. If the total REN of 4 is exceeded, the telephones may not ring.
Recall You may need to use the recall function if you are connected to a PABX, contact your PABX supplier for further information. The recall function is set to timed break recall and is also used for Telstra Network Features.
Any claim under this warranty is limited to the tcpsupport@ingrammicro.com.au cost of repair or replacement of the product; and If you are trying to access a Telstra Network b) If the goods are found to be in sound working Service and require assistance specifically related...
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