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  • Page 1 Complete user’s manual w w w.v t e c h p h o n e s . c o m Models: DS6621/DS6621-2/ DS6621-3/DS6621-4...
  • 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 ......13 Speakerphone ........31 Glossary of terms ......15 Volume control ........31 Bluetooth setup .........16 Mute ..........31 VTech Connect to Cell application ...16 Redial ..........32 Add a Bluetooth enabled cell phone ...17 Temporary ringer silencing ....32 Add a Bluetooth enabled headset ..18 Chain dialing ........33...
  • Page 4 Table of contents Caller ID ........43 Call screening ........59 Call intercept ........60 About caller ID ........43 Temporarily turn off the message Information about caller ID with alert tone ........60 call waiting ........43 Message playback ......61 Caller ID log ........44 Delete all old messages ....62 Memory match ........44 Record, play, and delete memos ..62 Missed call indicator ......45...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in case it is necessary to ship your telephone for warranty service. Battery compartment cover Battery (1 for DS6621) (1 for DS6621) (2 for DS6621-2) (2 for DS6621-2)

  • 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. Plug the battery connector securely Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and into the socket inside the handset battery compartment, matching the the wires inside the battery orientation of the engraved label.

  • Page 8: Handset Battery Charging

    Getting started Handset battery charging Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status (see the table below). If necessary, place the handset in the telephone base or handset charger to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or handset charger when not in use.

  • Page 9: Before Use

    Getting started Before use After you install your telephone or power returns following a power outage, the handset will prompt you to set the date and time, and the answering system through voice guide. If you choose to set up the date and time, and the answering system at a later stage, you can do it manually.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Installation Options

    Getting started Installation options Your telephone base is ready for tabletop use. If you want to mount your telephone on a wall, use the provided wall mount 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.
  • Page 12 Getting started Tabletop to wall mount installation Align the grooves on the telephone base with the tabs on the wall mount bracket, and then slide it down until it clicks securely in place. Connect the power adapter to the telephone base and an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch.

  • Page 13: Wall Mount To Tabletop Installation

    Getting started Wall mount to tabletop installation If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie them first. Slide the wall mount bracket up and remove it from the wall plate. Unplug the telephone line cord (or DSL filter) from the wall. Unplug the power adapter from the power outlet.

  • Page 14: Telephone Base Layout

    Getting started Telephone base layout 7 – – /VOL/ + 1 – IN USE light • On when the handset is in use, or the • Press to adjust the volume during answering system is answering a call. message playback (page 61). •...

  • Page 15: Handset Layout

    Getting started Handset layout 1 – CHARGE light 5 – /CELL • On when the handset is charging • Press to make or answer a cell call in the telephone base or handset (page 29). charger (page 3). • During a cell call, press to answer an incoming cell call when you hear a 2 –...
  • Page 16 Getting started 7 – 13 – VOLUME/ /CID • Press to make or answer a home call • Press to review the caller ID log (page 28). when the phone is not in use • During a call, press to answer (page 45).

  • Page 17: Bluetooth

    However, if there is a location in your house with better reception, you can leave your cell phone at that location while using the DS6621 cell line. If you experience poor sound quality, place your cell phone closer to the DS6621 •...

  • Page 18: 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 19: Glossary Of Terms

    Cell line - the telephone line associated with your cell phone service. On your DS6621 handset, press /CELL to use the cell line. Connected - when you pair a Bluetooth cell phone to the DS6621, it is automatically connected. When a cell phone is connected, 1 and/or 2 displays CELL 1 and/or...

  • Page 20: Bluetooth Setup

    Bluetooth setup To use a Bluetooth enabled cell phone with your DS6621, you must first pair and connect it with the telephone base. All DS6621 handsets can be used to make or answer on the cell phone line. Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (30 feet). When you pair a Bluetooth cell phone to the telephone base, move closer to the telephone base to maintain sufficient signal strength.

  • Page 21: Add A Bluetooth Enabled Cell Phone

    • The pairing process may take up to one minute. If the pairing process fails, turn off the Bluetooth feature on your cell phone and on the DS6621 by pressing CELL 1/ CELL 2/HEADSET. Then repeat the steps above to pair and connect again.

  • Page 22: Add A Bluetooth Enabled Headset

    • The pairing process may take up to one minute. If the pairing process fails, turn off the Bluetooth feature on your headset and on the DS6621 by pressing CELL . Then repeat the steps above to pair and connect again. In some 2/HEADSET cases, it may take you a few attempts to complete the pairing process.

  • Page 23: Connect A Paired Cell Phone Or Headset

    Bluetooth Connect a paired cell phone or headset If you need to connect your paired cell phone or headset to the telephone base manually: Press CELL 1 and/or CELL 2/HEADSET on the telephone base when it is CELL 1 and/or CELL 2/HEADSET light flashes.

  • Page 24: Download Phonebook

    Before downloading the phonebook, make sure the cell phone is paired and connected to the DS6621. Make sure the handset battery is charged for at least 10 minutes. Place your cell phone next to the telephone base while downloading.

  • Page 25: 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, home area code and dial mode.

  • Page 26: Handset Ringer Volume

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

  • Page 27: 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 28: 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. Settings Press to highlight Settings, and then press SELECT. Press SELECT to select LCD language. to highlight English, Français or Español, and Press then press SELECT to save your selection.

  • Page 29: Clear Voicemail Indicators

    Telephone settings Voicemail number -OR- Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Press to highlight Settings, and then press SELECT. Press to highlight Voicemail #, and then press SELECT. Use the dialing keys to enter the voicemail number. Press DELETE to erase a digit.

  • Page 30: Key Tone

    Telephone settings Key tone You can turn the key tone on or off for each handset. If you turn the key tone off, there are no beeps when you press the handset keys. Key tone Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Press to highlight Settings, and then press SELECT.

  • Page 31: Dial Mode

    Telephone settings Dial mode The dial mode is preset to touch-tone dialing. If you have pulse (rotary) service, you must change the dial mode to pulse dialing before using the telephone to make a call. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Dial mode Press to highlight Settings, and then press SELECT.

  • Page 32: Telephone Operation

    Telephone operation Make a home call Press /HOME or on the handset. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. • The handset displays Unable to call if the telephone line is in use. • The handset shows the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes and seconds). While entering numbers, press and hold PAUSE to insert a dialing pause •...

  • Page 33: Make A Cell Call

    Telephone operation Make a cell call Press /CELL on the handset. The handset displays Select a device. • If you have only one cell phone connected to the telephone base, press SELECT to select the only device. • If you have two cell phones connected to the telephone base, press select a cell phone and then press SELECT.

  • Page 34: End A Cell Call

    Telephone operation End a cell call Press OFF on the handset, place the handset in the telephone base or handset charger. 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.

  • Page 35: Answer A Home Call While On A Cell Call

    If this is a cell call and the volume is too loud or quiet, try changing the volume on your cell phone. On some cell phones, changing the volume on the cell phone affects your cell call volume on the DS6621 handset. •...

  • Page 36: Redial

    Telephone operation Redial Each handset stores the last 10 telephone numbers dialed Redial 2/5 (up to 30 digits). 800-595-9511 To review and dial a redial number: ANS ON Press REDIAL to enter the redial list. Press or REDIAL repeatedly to browse until the desired entry displays.

  • Page 37: Chain Dialing

    Telephone operation Chain dialing Use this feature to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the phonebook, caller ID log or redial list while you are on a call. Chain dialing can be useful if you wish to access other numbers (such as bank account numbers or access codes) from the phonebook, caller ID log or redial list.

  • Page 38: Find Handset

    Telephone operation Find handset This feature helps you find misplaced handsets. To start the paging tone: Press /FIND HANDSET on the telephone base. • All idle handsets ring and their screens display ** Paging **. To stop the paging tone: /HOME, /CELL, OFF, •...

  • Page 39: Intercom

    Telephone operation Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between two devices. Intercom To initiate an intercom call: Press MENU when the handset is not in use. to highlight Intercom, and then press SELECT. Press Your handset shows Intercom to: Use the dialing keys to Intercom to: enter a device number (1-5).

  • Page 40: Transfer A Call

    Telephone operation Transfer a call While on an outside call, you can use the intercom feature to transfer the call from one handset to another. To transfer a call: Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Intercom to highlight Intercom, and then press SELECT. Press Your handset shows Intercom to: Use the dialing keys to enter a handset number (1-5).

  • Page 41: Phonebook

    Phonebook About the phonebook The phonebook stores up to 1000 entries (shared between home and cell lines) with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. • Phonebook entries are shared by all handsets on both home line and cell line. Any modifications made on one handset apply to all.

  • Page 42: Add A Phonebook Entry

    Phonebook Add a phonebook entry Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Phonebook Press to highlight Phonebook, and then press SELECT. Press SELECT to choose Add new entry. When Enter number displays, use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits).
  • Page 43 Phonebook Add a phonebook entry -OR- Use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits) when the phone is not in the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits) when the phone is not in use.

  • Page 44: Review Phonebook Entries

    Phonebook Review phonebook entries Phonebook entries appear alphabetically. Press when the phone is not in use. The handset displays Entries in DIR Entries in DIR XXX for a few seconds, and then displays the first entry in the phonebook. Press to browse through the phonebook.

  • Page 45: Edit A Phonebook Entry

    Phonebook Edit a phonebook entry Search for the desired entry in the phonebook (see Review Enter number phonebook entries or Alphabetical search on page 40). 800-595-9511_ When the desired entry displays, press SELECT. The handset displays Enter number. Use the dialing keys to edit the number. •...

  • Page 46: Delete A Phonebook Entry

    Phonebook Delete a phonebook entry Search for the desired entry in the phonebook (see Review Delete entry? phonebook entries or Alphabetical search on page 40). 800-595-9511 Press DELETE and then the handset displays Delete entry? Press SELECT to confirm. The handset displays Deleting... You hear a confirmation tone and then the handset returns to Deleting...

  • Page 47: 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 48: 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 49: Missed Call Indicator

    Caller ID Missed call indicator When there are calls that have not been reviewed in the 6 missed calls caller ID log, the handsets display XX missed calls. When you have reviewed all the missed calls, the missed call indicator goes away.

  • Page 50: 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 51: 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 45). /HOME, /CELL or When the desired entry displays, press to dial. Save a caller ID log entry to the phonebook Search for the desired caller ID log entry (see Review the caller ID log on page 45).

  • Page 52: 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 Delete all caller ID log on page 45). Press DELETE to delete the displayed entry. ANS ON To delete all entries: Press MENU when the phone is not in use.

  • Page 53: Call Block

    Call block About call block If you have subscribed to Caller ID service, you can use the call block feature to reject certain calls from home and cell lines automatically. The call rejection applies to: • Numbers saved into the call block list (up to 20 entries) •...

  • Page 54: Add A Call Block List Entry

    Call block Add a call block list entry Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Press to highlight Call block, and then press SELECT. Press to highlight Block list, and then press SELECT. Press to highlight Add new entry, and then press SELECT. When Enter number displays, use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits).

  • Page 55: Save A Caller Id Log Entry To Call Block List

    Call block Save a caller ID log entry to call block list Search for the desired caller ID log entry (see Review the caller ID log on page 45). When the desired entry displays, press SELECT. to highlight To Call block, and then press SELECT. Then the Press handset displays Enter number.

  • Page 56: Edit A Call Block List Entry

    Call block Edit a call block list entry Search for the desired entry in the phonebook (see Review call block list on page 51). When the desired entry displays, press SELECT. The handset displays Enter number. Use the dialing keys to edit the number. •...

  • Page 57: Answering System Settings

    Answering system settings Answering system Use the answering system menu of a cordless handset to 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 or remote access code. ANS ON You may also turn on or off the answering system at the telephone base.

  • Page 58: Delete Your Announcement

    Answering system settings Delete your announcement Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Play Press to scroll to Answering sys, and then press SELECT. ANS ON Press SELECT again to choose Announcement. The system announces, “Announcement, press play or press record” Press 3 to delete your recorded announcement.

  • Page 59: Call Screening

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

  • Page 60: 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. Remote code to scroll to Answering sys, and then Press...

  • Page 61: Voice Guide

    Answering system settings Voice guide This feature is an alternative way for you to do the basic setup of the answering system. You can follow the voice guide to record your own announcement, set the number of rings and the message alert tone. Press MENU when the phone is not in use.

  • Page 62: 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 Pousada Hotel Maceio separate.

  • Page 63: Message Capacity

    Answering system operation Message capacity The answering system can record and store up to 99 messages. Each message can be up to 90 seconds in length. The total storage capacity for the announcement, messages and memos is approximately 25 minutes. The actual recording time depends on individual message characteristics.

  • Page 64: 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. Temporarily turn off the message alert tone If the message alert tone is turned on (see page 56), the telephone base beeps every 10 seconds when there are new messages.

  • Page 65: 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 66: 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 67: Message Window Displays

    Answering system operation Message window displays Window display Description No messages. Total number of old messages and memos recorded. 1-99 The message number currently playing. When time and date are not set, it flashes 0, the total number 0-99 (flashing) of new messages recorded, or total number of old messages recorded.

  • Page 68: 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 56 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 69: Appendix

    Appendix Screen messages There is an incoming call from a blocked caller. Blocked call There are no entries in caller ID log history. Call log empty You have transferred an outside call to another handset. Transferred The handset is calling another handset (for intercom calls). Calling HS X The paired cell phone has low battery.

  • Page 70: Ringer Off

    Appendix Screen messages Someone else is using the phonebook, caller ID log or answering Not available system. The cell line is not ready to use. The entry you try to save is already in the phonebook. Number repeated The telephone base has lost power, or the handset is out of range. Out of range no pwr at base The handset is paged by the telephone base.

  • Page 71: 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 72: 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 to reduce power consumption when the handset is within range from the telephone base.

  • Page 73: Battery

    Appendix Battery It takes up to 12 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 seven hours While in speakerphone mode (talking*) Up to three hours While not in use (standby**) Up to five days...

  • Page 74: Expand Your Telephone System

    Appendix Expand your telephone system You can add new cordless handsets (DS6600), cordless headsets, or cordless speakerphones to your telephone system (purchased separately). Your telephone system supports a maximum of five devices. Visit www.vtechphones.com for the lists of compatible devices. Additional devices registered to the telephone system are assigned numbers in the sequential order.

  • Page 75: Deregister All Devices

    Appendix Deregister all devices If you want to replace a handset, or reassign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must deregister all devices that are registered to the telephone base. Then register each handset individually. To make deregistration easier, read all of the instructions on this page before you begin.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    For some cell phones, you must authorize VTech DS6621 device in your cell • phone’s Bluetooth feature. See the user’s manual of your cell phone for more information. Manually connect your cell phone to VTech DS6621. Refer to the user’s manual of • your cell phone for more information.
  • Page 77 17. • Make sure that you manually set your cell phone to search for devices. Remove VTech DS6621 from your cell phone’s handsfree device history list (see • the user’s manual of your cell phone). •...
  • Page 78 However, if there is a location in your house with better reception, you can leave your cell phone at that location while using the DS6621 cell line. In order for this to work, the telephone base must be within 30 feet of the cell phone.
  • Page 79 Appendix Troubleshooting • If the previous suggestions do not work, disconnect the telephone base from the telephone jack and connect to a different phone. If there is no dial tone on that phone either, the problem is in your wiring or telephone service. Contact your telephone service provider.
  • Page 80 Appendix Troubleshooting • Move the cordless handset closer to the telephone base. You may have moved out of range. • Reset the telephone base. Unplug the electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it back in. Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to reset.
  • Page 81 Appendix Troubleshooting • Relocate your phone to a higher location. The phone may have better reception in a high area. • If other phones in your home are having the same problem, contact your telephone service provider (charges may apply). I experience poor sound quality when using the speakerphone.
  • Page 82 Appendix Troubleshooting • 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. • Remove and install the battery again. Place the cordless handset in the telephone base or handset charger.
  • Page 83 Appendix Troubleshooting • If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line) through your telephone line, you must install a DSL filter between the telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack (page 2). The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems resulting from DSL interference.
  • Page 84 Appendix Troubleshooting The telephone does not respond to remote commands. • Make sure you enter your remote access code correctly (page 64). • 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 85 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 86: 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 87: Precautions For Users Of Implanted Cardiac Pacemakers

    Appendix Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers Cardiac pacemakers (applies only to digital cordless telephones): Wireless Technology Research, LLC (WTR), an independent research entity, led a multidisciplinary evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and implanted cardiac pacemakers. Supported by the U.S.

  • Page 88: 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 89: 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. ® RBRC...

  • Page 90: 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 91: 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 92: California Energy Commission Battery Charging Testing Instructions

    Appendix California Energy Commission battery charging testing instructions This telephone meets the California Energy Commission (CEC) regulations for energy consumption. It is not necessary to activate the energy conserving mode during normal usage, unless you want to charge the battery only and disable all telephone functions. To activate the CEC battery charging testing mode: 1.

  • Page 93: 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 94 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 95: Technical Specifications

    Appendix Technical specifications Transmit frequency DECT frequency: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Bluetooth frequency: 2402.000-2480.000 MHz Channels DECT channel: 5 Bluetooth channel: 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: 6V DC @ 400mA...

  • Page 96: Index

    Index About cordless telephones 85 Glossary 15 Add a cell phone 17 Add a phonebook entry 38–39, 49–50 Handset battery charging 4 Add a call block list entry 49 Handset battery installation 3 Add a handset 70 Handset icons 68 Alphabetical search 40 Handset layout 11–12 Announcement 53...
  • Page 97 Index Redial 32 Register a handset 70 Remote access 64 Remote access code 56 Review the caller ID log 45 Review the call block list 50 Ringer tone 22 Ringer volume 22 Safety instructions 82 Save a caller ID log entry 47, 50 Screen messages 48, 65–66 Share a call 35 Speakerphone 28, 29, 31...
  • Page 98 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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