Vtech LS6245 User Manual (LS6245 User Manual)

Vtech LS6245 Manual

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    User's manual w w w.v t e c h p h o n e s .c o m Model: LS6245
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    using this telephone, please read the Important safety instructions on page 90 of this manual. This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting necessary to install and operate your new VTech telephone. Please review this manual thoroughly to ensure proper installation and operation of
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    ........3 Battery installation 4 Battery charging 5 Handset layout 6 Telephone base layout 7 Handset main menu 9 Telephone base main menu.......10 Bluetooth 11 Introducing Bluetooth 11 Glossary of terms 12 Bluetooth at a glance 13 Bluetooth setup 14 Setup cell 14 Setup headset 15
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    Review the directory 58 Alphabetical search Handset and telephone base indicators 74 Battery 77 Expand your telephone system..78 Add and register a handset.........78 Replace a handset 79 Troubleshooting 80 Important safety instructions......90 Operating range 91 Maintenance 91 About cordless
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    sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. Telephone line cord Telephone base power adapter Cleaning cloth Telephone base Handset Battery compartment cover Battery User's manual Quick start guide To purchase a replacement battery or power adapter
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    touch panel in order to take the handset or telephone base out of idle mode before using it with the exception of the UNLOCK softkey. This first touch is not an operational keystroke. Installation Install the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not connected to a wall switch
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    is required if you have DSL high speed Internet service Telephone line cord Telephone base • Use only the power adapter supplied with this product. To order a replacement, 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
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    placing it in the telephone base. The CHARGE light is on when the handset charges. 1 2 3 4 5 Charge light • If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage. • To purchase a replacement battery, visit our website at www.vtechphones
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    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 to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base when not in use. The battery is fully charged after 16
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    is not in use, press to review the call log (page 63). During a call, press to decrease the listening volume (page 47). While in a menu, press to scroll down. OFF/CLEAR During a call, press to hang up (page 42). While the handset is ringing, press to silence the ringer temporarily (page 47). Press
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    Getting started Telephone base layout 1 While reviewing a call log entry, press repeatedly to add or HOLD Press to put a call on hold (page 48). # Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when reviewing a call log entry (page 64). /CELL Press to make or answer a cell call (page 44). Flashes
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    Getting started Telephone base layout (continued) / VOL+ While in a menu, press to scroll up. During a Press to skip to the next message (page 68). CANCEL/ While the telephone is ringing, press to silence the ringer temporarily (page 47). Press and hold while the telephone is not in use to erase the
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    - store and search for memos and change your answering names and numbers. system settings. ANS. SYSTEM DIRECTORY BACK SELECT Call Log - review the caller ID history or delete all call log entries. BACK SELECT Intercom - intercom call with the telephone base or a system handset. CALL LOG
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    up and manage your handset. Bluetooth devices. Call log Page all HS Intercom Select Page all HS Intercom Bluetooth Select Ringers - set up ringers for the home Settings - change your telephone and cell lines. base settings. Intercom Bluetooth Ringers Select Bluetooth Ringers Settings Select
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    feet). When using a cell phone with the LS6245, it is best to place your cell phone between one and fifteen feet from the telephone base. When using a Bluetooth headset with the LS6245, you are limited to the range of your headset (see the user's manual of your headset for more information). • Make
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    terms Below are some terms used in this user's manual to help you become familiar with using your Bluetooth devices and your new LS6245 telephone system. Active devices - A maximum of two paired devices (two cell phones, or one cell phone and one headset) on the active devices list can be connected
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    at a glance The telephone base allows you to pair up to four Bluetooth devices. You can have a maximum of two paired devices connected at any time (two cell phones, or one cell phone and one headset), but only one cell phone or headset can be on a call at a time. Once you have paired a device
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    or headset with your LS6245, you must first pair and connect your Bluetooth device(s) with the telephone base. Setup cell Before you begin, make sure that your Bluetooth enabled cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device. Refer to your cell phone user's manual to learn how to search
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    you begin, make sure that your Bluetooth enabled headset is not connected to any other Bluetooth device. Refer to your headset user's manual to learn how to search for or add new Bluetooth devices. To pair and connect a headset: 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use
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    Bluetooth Paired devices All paired devices are stored on the paired devices list. Up to four devices (one headset only) can be paired with the telephone base. To use a paired device, it must be connected and on the active devices list (page 18). Only the first 15 characters of the device name
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    to confirm or the NO softkey to exit. Page all HS Intercom Bluetooth Select Setup headset Active devices Paired devices Select PAIRED DEVICES Mary's Cell John's Headset View information of a paired device 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL
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    Only devices on the active devices list can establish a Bluetooth connection with the telephone base. Although two paired devices can be connected to the telephone base, only one Bluetooth cell phone or a headset can be on a call at a time. Review the active devices list 1. Press the MENU softkey
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    When you already have two devices on the active devices list, you can replace an active device with a device on the paired devices list. To replace an active device: 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Bluetooth, then press the
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    headset Active devices Select 5. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Remove active, then press the SELECT softkey. The telephone base displays required to enter a PIN when establishing a Bluetooth connection. The default Pin of your telephone base is 0000. Active devices Paired devices Change PIN
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    the settings menu, you can change and edit the handset settings for language, voicemail indicator, keylock, key tone to be used in all screen displays. To select a language: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ to highlight Settings, then press the
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    service offered by your telephone service provider, New voicemail and appear on the handset and telephone base when you have new voicemail messages. Contact your telephone service indicator? yes no To manually turn off these indicators: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use.
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    Set You can turn on or off the keylock manually: • Press the flashing UNLOCK softkey when you the speakerphone and no keys are pressed within five seconds, the keys are automatically locked. Key change the setting: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID
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    Handset settings Set date/time The answering system announces the day 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 dialing keys (0-9) to enter a two-digit number or press /VOL+/ or CID
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    in the call log. To change the setting: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ to highlight Settings, Select HOME AREA CODE BACK 800 Set If, in the future, your telephone service provider requires you to dial the area code when making a local call,
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    the home and cell lines. Ringer volume To adjust the handset ringer volume: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID/ to off or the lowest level, a ringer off icon appears. When only one or two of the ringer volume is off or set to the lowest level, a ringer
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    settings Ringer tone To select a ringer tone: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ to highlight Ringers, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ to highlight Ringer
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    you subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month and time 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ Use the dialing keys (0-9) to enter a two-digit number or press /VOL+ or VOL-/ set," before each message plays. Bluetooth Ringers Settings Select Set date/time
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    in all screen displays. To select a language: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Settings, then press press the SET softkey to save. Bluetooth Ringers Settings Select Set date/time Key tone LCD language Select LCD LANGUAGE English Franc
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    long as you have new voicemail messages, your telephone service provider continues to send the signal that turns on the indicators. Bluetooth Ringers Settings Select To manually turn off these indicators: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to
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    call log. 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ digit. 5. Press the SET softkey to save. Bluetooth Ringers Settings Select LCD language Clr voicemail Home area , in the future, your telephone service provider requires you to dial the area
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    To adjust the telephone base ringer volume: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. to turn off the ringer volume. Intercom Bluetooth Ringers Select Ringer volume Ringer tone Select Home ringer off icon appears. When only one or two of the ringer volume is off or set to the
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    To select a ringer tone: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight choices. 6. Press the SET softkey to confirm your setting. Intercom Bluetooth Ringers Select Ringer volume Ringer tone Select Home Cellular 1 Cellular 2 Select Tone 1 Tone 2
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    Answering system settings Answering system setup You can change the settings of the answering system in the Ans sys setup menu with either your handset or telephone base. Answer ON/OFF If you turn the answering system on, it answers calls and records messages only on the home line. When the
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    feature lets you listen to a caller leaving a message at the telephone base. You can turn this feature on or off with either your handset or telephone base. To change the setting: Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to
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    announcement, or replace it with your own. Play your announcement Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in or CID/VOL-/ to highlight Announcement, then press the SELECT softkey. 5. The handset announces, "To play, press 2. To record, press 7." Press 2 to
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    done." After the tone, speak towards the microphone of the telephone base. 7. Press 5 or the STOP softkey when finished. 8. The Select Announcement 2-Play 3-Delete 7-Record Using the handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ two seconds are not recorded. 37
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    + or VOL-/ to highlight Announcement, then press the SELECT softkey. 5. The telephone base announces, "To play, press 2. To record, press 7." Press 3 to delete your own recorded announcement. Using the handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ to
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    after two rings when you have new messages, and after four rings when you have no new messages. This enables you to check for new messages and avoid paying unnecessary long distance charges if you are calling from out of your local area. To change the setting: Using the telephone base: 1. Press
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    two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch tone telephone. The preset code is 19. You can change the code to any number from 10 to 99. To change the setting: Using the telephone base the handset: SET 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not
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    reviewed. Ans. system Directory Call log To change the setting: Select Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base press the SET softkey to confirm your setting. Using the handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. # of rings Remote code
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    delete; press the PAUSE softkey to insert a dialing pause (a p appears). To end a home call: • Press OFF/CLEAR or put the handset in the telephone base. Using the telephone base: To make a home call: • Press /HOME, then enter the telephone number. To predial a home call: • Enter the telephone number
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    the call button on your headset. Call waiting on the home line If you subscribe to call waiting service with your telephone service provider, you hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. • Press /HOME/FLASH on the handset or FLASH/X on the telephone base to put your current
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    make cell calls using a handset or the telephone base. You can connect a maximum of two Bluetooth enabled cell phones to the telephone base, but only one cell phone can be used on a cell call at a time. If you only have one cell phone connected to the telephone base, it is automatically selected to
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    Call waiting on the cell line If you subscribe to call waiting service with your cell phone service provider, you hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. • Press the SWAP softkey on the handset or telephone base. • Press the OPTION softkey and then the SWAP softkey to switch
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    with cell. 3. Press the SELECT softkey. To select an option while on a conference call: 1. Press the OPTION softkey on the handset or telephone base. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to select one of the following options: • End home call • End cell call 3. Press the SELECT softkey. To end a conference call
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    cell phone effects your cell call volume on the LS6245 handset. To adjust the listening volume of the handset: • Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ on the handset while on a call. To adjust the listening volume of the telephone base: • Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ on the telephone base while on a call. Silence the
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    To resume a home call on hold: • Press /HOME/FLASH on the handset or /HOME on the telephone base. To place a cell call on hold: • Press HOLD on the handset or telephone base. Cell call on hold appears, /CELL on the handset and telephone base flash. To resume a cell call on hold: • Press /CELL on the
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    access a number in the call log while on a home call: 1. Press the OPTION softkey. VTech 800-595-9511 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Call log and then press the SELECT the BACK softkey on the handset or CANCEL/ on the telephone base to exit redial, directory or call log while on a call. 49
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    to make room for the new entry. Entries are shown in reverse chronological order. Review the redial list 1. Press the REDIAL softkey when the handset or telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to browse. HANDSET Dial a redial entry 11:00am REDIAL 12/25 MENU 1. Press the REDIAL
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    Telephone operation Delete a redial entry 1. Press the REDIAL softkey when the handset or telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to browse to the desired entry. 3. Press the OPTION softkey. 4. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Delete and then press the SELECT softkey. 51
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    Use the intercom feature for conversations between two system handsets. You can buy additional expansion handsets (LS6204) for this telephone system. You can register up to 12 handsets to the telephone base. To initiate an intercom call from the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the
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    to call try again and returns to idle mode. • You can use a maximum of four handsets, or three handsets and the telephone base, at a time. When two handsets are used on an intercom call, use two other system handsets for an outside call. Answer an incoming call during an intercom call When you
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    . • If you are calling the telephone base, your handset shows Calling base and the telephone base rings and shows Handset X is calling. • If you are calling another handset, your handset shows Calling handset X and the destination handset rings and shows Handset X is calling. 5. When the
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    to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. • Directory entries are stored at the telephone base and shared by all system handsets. Any changes made on one handset or the telephone base apply to all. • Only one handset or the telephone base can review the directory at a time
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    Telephone operation Create a new directory entry (continued) Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Directory, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Store, then press
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    Telephone operation Character chart Use the dialing keys and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes the characters to be displayed in the following order: Characters by number of key presses Number key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 1 # , ,
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    base is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Directory, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to highlight Review, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press /VOL+ or VOL-/ to browse the entries. Alphabetical search see Jessie, three times to see Kristen, or four times to
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    either a home or cell line. To dial a directory entry: Using a handset: 1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or Alphabetical search on page 58). 2. Press /HOME/FLASH or , or /CELL. Using the telephone base: 1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see
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    entry You can delete a directory entry using a handset or the telephone base. Once a directory entry is deleted, it cannot be retrieved. To delete an entry: 1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or Alphabetical search on page 58). 2. When the desired entry
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    telephone service provider after the first or second ring. Caller ID from the home line allows you to see the name, number, date and time of the incoming calls. However, caller ID from the cell line only shows the number of the incoming caller and the name of the paired Bluetooth cell phone
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    service provided by your telephone service provider and/or cell phone service one handset or the telephone base can review the call log at a time. If a handset tries to enter the call log while another handset or the telephone base is already in it, Not available at this time appears. If the phone
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    by the telephone service provider. The telephone service provider usually delivers ten-digit phone numbers (area code plus phone number). If the appears as delivered by the telephone service provider. Review the call log Using a handset: 1. Press CID/VOL-/ when the handset is not in use. 2. Press
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    595-9511 Dial a call log entry Using a handset: 1. Search for the desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. When the /CELL using the cell line. Using the telephone base: 1. Search for the desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. When the
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    call log entry to the directory Using a handset: 1. Select a desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. then the screen shows the saved directory. Using the telephone base: 1. Select a desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. When the desired
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    Telephone operation Delete from the call log You can use a handset or the telephone base to delete from the call log. To delete a single entry: 1. Select a desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. When the desired entry appears, press the DELETE softkey. The screen
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    . If and New voicemail display on the telephone base and handset, your telephone service provider is indicating that it has new voicemail for two rings earlier than your voicemail is set to answer. For example, if your voicemail answers after six rings, set your answering system to answer after four
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    If you have new messages, the handset displays New messages. The telephone base screen backlight turns on and XX New to exit and return to the previous menu. When the answering system has less than five minutes of recording time left, the remaining time is announced. When the answering system has
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    softkey. 3. When Del all old displays, press the SELECT softkey. The telephone base displays Delete all old messages? 4. Press the YES softkey to confirm or the NO softkey to exit. Using a handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press /VOL+/ or CID/VOL-/ to highlight
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    handset or the telephone base. Playback and delete base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base handset announces, "Recorded" and then returns to the previous menu. Using a handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset finished recording. The handset announces, "Recorded" and
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    . 1. Dial your telephone number from any touch tone telephone. 2. When the system plays your announcement, enter the two-digit security code. 3. You can also enter one of the following remote commands. Command 1 2 3 33 4 5 *5 6 *7 8 0 Function Play all messages. Play only new messages. Delete the
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    Already saved Base is calling Bluetooth system busy Call log empty Calling base Calling handset X (for models with two or more handsets) Cell Cell call on hold Cell line in use Charging Directory empty Directory is full Ended Handset X is calling (for models with two or more handsets) Home Home
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    at this time One handset or the telephone base is already viewing the call log or directory and another handset/telephone base attempts to review it. Paging all handsets The telephone base is paging handset(s). ** Paging ** The system handset is paged. Place in charger The battery is very low
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    hold. Flashes quickly when there is an incoming home call. Flashes slowly when the home line is on hold. On when the handset is charging in the telephone base. Telephone base lights /CELL On when the cell line is in use. Flashes quickly when there is an incoming cell call. Flashes slowly when
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    2 are turned off. Flashes when only one or two of the ringers are turned off. New voicemail - indicates you have new voicemail message(s) from the telephone service provider. New answering system message - indicates you have a new answering system message(s). Battery status - animates when the
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    a Bluetooth wireless headset is in use on the home line. Ringer off - on steadily when all the ringers of Home, Cellular 1 and Cellular 2 are turned off. Flashes when only one or two of the ringers are turned off. New voicemail - indicates you have new voicemail message(s) from the telephone service
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    . CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury, read and follow these instructions: • Use only the battery(ies) provided or equivalent. To order a replacement, 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. • Do not
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    (LS6204, purchased separately) to your telephone system, but each handset must be registered with the telephone base before use. When first purchased, each expansion handset shows NOT REGISTERED. You may need to charge the handset before registering to the telephone base. For more details on battery
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    all of the instructions on this page before you begin. To deregister all handsets: 1. Press and hold HOLD on the telephone base for about 10 seconds until the telephone base displays Deregister all handsets? 2. Press the YES softkey. 3. All system handsets show Searching for BASE. The deregistration
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    Bluetooth function of your cell phone is turned on. See the user's manual of your cell phone for more information. • Remove VTech LS6245 from your cell phone's handsfree device history list (see the user's manual of your cell phone for more information). • Carefully follow the pairing instructions
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    setup instructions on page 14. • Make sure that you manually set your cell phone to search for devices. • Remove VTech LS6245 from your cell phone's handsfree device history list (see the user's manual of your cell phone). • Turn off your cell phone, then turn it on again. • Reset the telephone base
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    not in use when connected and on the active devices list. • Make sure that your cell phone or headset is not connected to any other Bluetooth device. • LS6245 can only use one Bluetooth device at a time. • Unplug the telephone base power for 15 seconds, then plug it back in. The PIN on the telephone
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    Troubleshooting Low battery shows on screen. • Place the handset in the telephone base for recharging. • Remove and re-install the battery and use it until fully depleted, then recharge the handset in the telephone base for up to 16 hours. • If the above measures do not correct the problem, replace
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    the lowest level (page 32). • Make sure the telephone line cord and power adapter are plugged in properly (page 3). • The handset may be too far from the telephone base. Move it closer to the telephone base. • There may be too many extension phones on the telephone line to allow all of them to ring
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    Appendix Troubleshooting My handset beeps and is not performing normally. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug the telephone base into a different working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Move the handset closer to the telephone base. It
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    calls, the problem is probably in the wiring or telephone service. Call your telephone service provider. I hear noise on the cordless handset and the keys do not work. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in securely. Registration failed appears on the handset. • Only one handset can be
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    to the telephone base. • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Use a working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. • Reset your telephone by unplugging the power adapter from the telephone base. Disconnect the battery from the cordless handset. Wait for
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    Appendix Troubleshooting The answering system does not answer after the correct number of rings. • Make sure the answering system is on. When the answering system is on, ANS ON should show on the handset and telephone base. • If toll saver is selected, the number of rings changes to two when there
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    • Disconnect the battery on the cordless handset. • Wait a few minutes before connecting power to the telephone base. • Re-install the battery and place the cordless handset in the telephone base. • Wait for the cordless handset to synchronize with the telephone base. Allow up to one minute for this
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    company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may be walked on. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots in the telephone base or handset because they may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit
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    Operating range This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather
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    by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those on corded telephones. • Electrical power: The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical
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    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 VTech's option
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    .vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or dial 1 (800) 267-7377. NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user's manual - a check of the Product's controls and features may save you a service call. Except as provided by applicable law, you assume
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    telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. An RJ11 jack should normally be used for connecting to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user's manual
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    The telephone service provider is required to notify you if such changes are planned. If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is such as early morning or late evening. Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
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    (204 X 42 X 19 mm) Telephone base: 9.84 X 3.74 X 2.01 in (250 X 95 X 51 mm) Weight Handset: 5.19oz (147g) (including battery) Telephone base: 10.58oz (300g) Power requirements Memory Handset: 2.4V 750mAh Ni-MH battery Telephone base: 6V DC @ 400mA Handset directory: 100 memory locations; up to
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    911 dialing 2 A Active devices 18 Add a handset 78 Add an active device 19 Alphabetical search 58 Announcement 36 Answer a cell call 44 Answer 34 Answer ON/OFF 34 Appendix 72 Auto keylock 2, 23 B Battery 4, 5, 77 Bluetooth 11 Bluetooth setup 14 C Caller ID 61 Caller ID history 62 Call intercept
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    Telephone base icons 76 Telephone base installation 3 Telephone base layout 7 Telephone base lights 74 Telephone base main menu 10 Telephone base settings 28 Telephone operation 42 Toll saver 39 Transfer a call 54 Troubleshooting 80 Turn on or off the answering system 34 U Using a Bluetooth headset
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    of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon 97008 Distributed in Canada by VTech Technologies Canada
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Model: LS6245