VTech LS6195 User Manual
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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: LS6195/ LS6195-13/LS6195-15/ LS6195-16/LS6195-17...
- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Getting started ......1 Intercom ........... 27 Answer an incoming call during an Parts checklist ........1 intercom call ........27 Telephone base installation ....2 Call transfer using intercom ..... 28 Handset battery installation ....3 Handset battery charging ....4 Directory ........29 Telephone base layout ....... - Page 4 Table of contents Message alert tone ......46 Recording time ......... 47 Answering system operation ...48 Answering system and voicemail ..48 Using the answering system and voicemail together ......48 Message capacity ......49 New message indication ....49 Call screening........
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Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started Parts checklist 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. Handset Telephone base Telephone line cord Telephone base power adapter Battery compartment cover Battery Abridged user’s manual... -
Page 6: Telephone Base Installation
Getting started Telephone base installation Install the telephone base 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. Insert the battery connector Place the battery with the label securely into the socket, matching THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires the color-coded label. inside the battery compartment. THIS SIDE UP / CE CÔTÉ... -
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). • For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base when not in use. • The battery is fully charged after 11 hours of continuous charging. •... -
Page 9: Telephone Base Layout
Getting started Telephone base layout • Press to delete the playing message (page 51). • Tap to play messages (page 51). • Tap to stop playing messages (page 51). • Press to skip to the next message (page 51). • Press to repeat the playing message (page 51). - Page 10 Getting started Telephone base layout /MUTE • Tap to review the directory when the • While reviewing a caller ID phone is not in use (page 32). log entry, press repeatedly to add or remove 1 in front • When the telephone base is in the of the telephone number directory, tap to return to idle mode.
- Page 11 Getting started Telephone base layout /FIND HANDSET • Press to page the system handset (page 23). Bottom of the telephone base...
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Page 12: Handset Layout
Getting started Handset layout /VOLUME • Press to review the directory when the phone is not in use (page 32). • Press to scroll up while in a menu, or in the directory, caller ID log or redial list. • While entering names or numbers, press to move the cursor to the right. - Page 13 Getting started Handset layout CID/ /VOLUME • Press to review the caller ID log when the phone is not in use (page 39). • Press to scroll down while in a menu, or in the directory, caller ID log or redial list. •...
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Page 14: Using The Menu
Getting started Using the menu You can use the cordless handset to change your 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, dial mode and auto answer. -
Page 15: Telephone Base Settings
Telephone base settings Handset ringer volume You can set the ringer volume or turn the ringer off on each handset. When the ringer is off, the handset displays and Ringer off. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Ringers Press to scroll to Ringers, then press SELECT. -
Page 16: Quiet Mode
Telephone settings Quiet mode You can turn on the quiet mode for a period of time (1-12 hours). During this period, all tones (except paging tone) and call screening are muted. When you turn on the quiet mode, the answering system turns on automatically. When the quiet mode duration expires, the answering system remains on. -
Page 17: 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 18: Lcd Language
Telephone settings LCD language You can select a language (English, French or Spanish) to be used in all handset screen displays. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. Settings Press to scroll to Settings, then press SELECT. Press SELECT to select LCD language. ANS ON Press to scroll to English, Français or Español... -
Page 19: 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. The voicemail number is shared by the handset and the telephone base. When you want to retrieve voicemail messages, press and hold 1/ . -
Page 20: 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 handset and the telephone base when you have new voicemail messages. Contact your telephone service provider for more information and assistance about using your voicemail service. -
Page 21: Home Area Code
Telephone settings Home area code If you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required), you can program your home area code so that when you receive a call within your local area, the telephone number is automatically stored without the area code in the caller ID log. -
Page 22: Auto Answer
Telephone settings Auto answer You can turn on or off the auto answer feature for your handset. If you turn the auto answer feature on, the handset automatically answers an incoming call whenever you pick up the handset from the telephone base. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. -
Page 23: Telephone Operation
Telephone operation Make a call Using the handset: Press on the handset. When you hear a dial tone, dial the number. • 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 (a P appears). -
Page 24: Answer A Call
Telephone operation Answer a call Using the handset: • Press or any dialing key (0-9, -OR- • Pick up the handset from the telephone base when the auto answer feature is turned on. Using the telephone base: • Press or any dialing key (0-9, End a call Using the handset: •... -
Page 25: Mute
Telephone operation Mute The mute function allows you to hear the other party but the Muted other party cannot hear you. • During a call, press MUTE on the handset or tap MUTE on ANS ON the telephone base. The screen displays Muted until the mute function is turned off. -
Page 26: 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 on the handset or on the telephone base. -
Page 27: Check Voicemail
Place the handset in the telephone base. Press MUTE to turn off the ringer of that handset. Its screen shows Ringer muted Website Use this feature to view the VTech website address. Web address Press MENU when the handset is not in use. -
Page 28: Redial
Telephone operation Redial Each handset stores the last 10 telephone numbers dialed (up to 30 digits). When there are already 10 entries, the oldest entry is deleted to make room for the new entry. To review and dial a redial number: Press REDIAL when the phone is not in use. -
Page 29: Transfer A Call
Telephone operation Transfer a call While on an outside call, you can transfer the call from one system device to another. To transfer a call from the handset: During a call, press MENU. Transfer Press to scroll to Transfer, then press SELECT. •... -
Page 30: Multiple Handset Use
Multiple handset use Join a call in progress You can use two system devices at a time on an outside call. You can buy additional expansion handsets (LS6005/LS6005-13/LS6005-15/LS6005-16/ LS6005-17) for this telephone base. You can register up to five handsets to the telephone base. -
Page 31: Intercom
Multiple handset use Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between the handset and another system device. Press INT on the handset when not in use. Intercom • If you have only one handset, the handset displays Calling base. The telephone base displays ANS ON HS 1 is calling. -
Page 32: Call Transfer Using Intercom
Multiple handset use Call transfer using intercom Use the intercom feature to transfer an outside call on the handset to another system device. During a call, press INT on the handset. • If you have only one handset, the handset displays Calling base. The telephone base displays HS 1 is calling. -
Page 33: Directory
Directory About the directory The directory stores up to 50 entries with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. • Directory entries are shared by the handset and the telephone base. Any modifications made on one device apply to all system devices. •... -
Page 34: Add A Directory Entry
Directory Add a directory entry Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Directory Press to scroll to Directory, then press SELECT. Press SELECT to choose Add contact. ANS ON When Enter number displays, use the dialing keys to enter a number (up to 30 digits). - Page 35 Directory Add a directory entry -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 800-595-9511 Enter number. ANS ON • Press to move the cursor to the left or right. 10:01 8/20 •...
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Page 36: Review Directory Entries
Directory Review directory entries Directory entries appear alphabetically. Press on the handset or tap on the telephone base Entries in DIR when the phone is not in use. The screen displays Entries in DIR XXX for a few seconds, then displays the first ANS ON entry in the directory. -
Page 37: Dial A Directory Entry
Directory Dial a directory entry Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review directory entries or Alphabetical search on page 32). To dial the displayed entry on the cordless handset, press -OR- To dial the displayed entry on the telephone base, press Edit a directory entry Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review Edit number... -
Page 38: Delete A Directory Entry
Directory Delete a directory entry Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review Delete contact? directory entries or Alphabetical search on page 32). 800-595-9511 Press DELETE on the handset. The handset displays ANS ON Delete contact? Press SELECT to confirm. The handset displays Deleting... Deleting... -
Page 39: Speed Dial
Directory Speed Dial You can copy nine of your directory entries to the speed dial locations (0 and 2-9) so that you can dial these numbers more quickly. The speed dial entries are shared by all devices. Changes made to the speed dial entries on one handset apply to all devices. -
Page 40: Dial A Speed Dial Number
Directory Dial a speed dial number Using the handset: • When the phone is not in use, press and hold a Phone 0:00:01 dialing key (0 or 2-9) to dial the number stored in the 800-595-9511 corresponding location. ANS ON 10:01 8/20 When the speed dial location is empty, the handset shows the... -
Page 41: 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 42: Caller Id Log
Caller ID Caller ID log If you subscribe to caller ID service, 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 43: 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 screens display XX missed calls. When you have reviewed all the missed calls, the missed call indicator ANS ON goes away. -
Page 44: 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 directory. -
Page 45: 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 39). When the desired entry displays, press on a handset, or on the telephone base to dial. Save a caller ID log entry to the directory Use the handset to search for the desired caller ID log entry Mike Smith... -
Page 46: 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 Del all calls caller ID log on page 39). Press DELETE on the handset to delete the displayed entry. ANS ON To delete all entries: Delete all? -
Page 47: Answering System Settings
Answering system settings Answering system Use the answering system menu of a cordless handset to turn Answering sys on or off the answering system or message alert tone, set up the announcement message, activate the call screening, or ANS ON change the number of rings, remote access code or message recording time. -
Page 48: 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, then press SELECT. ANS ON Press SELECT again to choose Announcement. The system announces, “To play, press 2. To record, press 7.” Annc deleted Press 3 or DELETE to delete your recorded announcement. -
Page 49: Call Screening
Answering system settings Call screening Use this feature to choose whether incoming messages can be heard on while they are being recorded. Ans sys setup Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Press to scroll to Answering sys, then ANS ON press SELECT. -
Page 50: 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 Press to scroll to Answering sys, then... -
Page 51: 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. Recording time Press to scroll to Answering sys, then press SELECT. -
Page 52: 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 53: Message Capacity
Answering system operation Message capacity The answering system can record and store up to 59 messages. Each message can be up to three minutes in length, depending on the recording time set (see page 47). The total storage capacity for the announcement, messages and memos is approximately 14 minutes. -
Page 54: Call Intercept
Answering system operation Call intercept If you want to talk to the caller whose message is being recorded, press the handset, or on the telephone base. Temporarily turn off the message alert tone If the message alert tone is turned on (see page 46), the telephone base beeps every 10 seconds when there are new or missed messages. -
Page 55: Message Playback
Answering system operation Message playback When playback begins, the total number of old or new messages is announced, and it displays the number of old and new messages. Before each message, you hear the day and time of the recording. If the date and time are not set, you hear, “Time and date not set,”... -
Page 56: 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. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. Press to scroll to Answering sys. Press SELECT. Press to scroll to Delete all old, then press SELECT. -
Page 57: 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 46 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 58: Appendix
Appendix Expand your telephone system The cordless handset provided within your product package is already registered as HANDSET 1. This telephone system accommodates up to five handsets. You can add new handsets (LS6005/LS6005-13/LS6005-15/LS6500-16/LS6005-17, purchased separately) to your telephone base. Each new handset must be registered with the telephone base before use. -
Page 59: Deregister Handsets
Appendix Deregister handsets If you want to replace a handset, or reassign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must deregister all handsets 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 60: Screen Messages
Appendix Screen messages Call log empty There are no caller ID log entries. Calling base The handset is calling the telephone base (for intercom calls). The handset is transferring an outside call to the telephone base. Calling HS X The handset is calling another system handset. Contact deleted A directory entry is deleted. -
Page 61: Ringer Off
Appendix Screen messages Quiet mode off The quiet mode is off. Quiet mode on The quiet mode is on. Rec mem full The system recording time is full. Ringer muted The ringer is off temporarily during an incoming call. Ringer off The ringer is turned off. -
Page 62: Handset And Telephone Base Indicators
Appendix Handset and telephone base indicators Telephone base lights CHARGE On when the handset is charging in the telephone base. On when the telephone base speakerphone is in use. Flashes when there are new memos or messages in the answering system. Handset icons The battery icon flashes when the battery is low and needs charging. -
Page 63: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For customer service, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or dial 1 (800) 267-7377. My telephone doesn’t work at all. •... - Page 64 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.
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Page 65: Telephone Base
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 and the charge light is not on, refer to The charge light is off (page 64). •... - Page 66 Appendix Troubleshooting I experience poor sound quality when using the handset speakerphone. • For increased sound quality while using the handset speakerphone, place the handset on a flat surface with the dialing keys facing up. I hear other calls while using my phone. •...
- Page 67 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 68 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 69 Appendix Troubleshooting The telephone does not respond to remote commands. • Make sure to enter your remote access code correctly (page 53). • 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.
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Page 70: I Cannot Retrieve Voicemail Messages
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 71: 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 72: Battery
Appendix Battery • CAUTION: Use Only Supplied Battery. • Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. Check with local waste management codes for special disposal instructions. • Do not open or mutilate the batteries. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. -
Page 73: 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 74: 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 75: 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 76: Fcc Part 68 And Acta
Appendix FCC, ACTA and IC regulations FCC Part 68 and ACTA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and with technical requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains, among other things, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. -
Page 77: 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 telephone functions, except battery charging, will be disabled. -
Page 78: 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 79 Appendix For C-UL compliance only 14. N’utilisez pas le téléphone pour rapporter une fuite de gaz à proximité de la fuite. En certaines circonstances, une flammèche pourrait être provoquée lorsque l’adaptateur est branché à une prise de courant, ou lorsque le combiné est déposé sur le socle. Ceci est un événement commun associé...
- Page 80 Appendix For C-UL compliance only À propos des téléphones sans fil • Confidentialité : Les mêmes caractéristiques qui constituent des avantages pour les téléphones sans fil affichent également des restrictions. Les appels téléphoniques sont transmis entre le combiné sans fil et le socle par le biais d’ondes radio ; il y a donc la possibilité que vos conversations téléphoniques sans fil soient interceptées par des équipements de réception radio se trouvant dans la portée du combiné...
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Page 81: 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 82 Product in transit. If the Product failure is not covered by this limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost of repair prior to any further repair activity.
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Page 83: Technical Specifications
Appendix Technical specifications Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Transmit frequency Handset: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Telephone base: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Channels Nominal effective range Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use. Power requirements Handset: 2.4V Ni-MH battery Telephone base: 6V DC @ 400mA... -
Page 84: Index
Index Add a directory entry 30–31 Icons 58 Add a handset 54 Important safety instructions 67 Alphabetical search 32 Installation 2 Announcement 43 Installation (battery) 3 Answer a call 20 Installation (telephone base) 2 Answer on/off 44 Intercom 27, 28 Auto answer 18 Join a call 26 Base layout 5–7... - Page 85 Index Safety instructions 67 Save a caller ID log entry 41 Screen messages 42, 56 Share a call 26 Speakerphone 19, 20 Technical specifications 79 Telephone base layout 5–7 Telephone base lights 58 Temporary ringer silencing 21 Temporary tone dialing 22 Transfer a call 25 Troubleshooting 59–66 Using the menu 10...
- Page 86 And your life. VTech Communications, Inc. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. VTech is a registered trademark of VTech Holdings Limited. Specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2014 VTech Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. 05/14. DS6195-X_WEBCIB_V2.0...