Vtech Two Handset Cordless Answering System including a Cordless DECT 6.0 Headse - Page 10

Getting started Handset battery charging Once you have installed the handset battery, the screen indicates the battery status (see the table below). If necessary, place the handset in the telephone base or charger to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or charger when not in use. The handset battery is fully charged after 16 hours of continuous charging. See the table on page 61 for battery operating times. If the screen is blank or displays Place in charger, you need to charge the handset without interruption for at least 30 minutes to give the handset enough charge to use the telephone for a short time. When the battery is low, the handset displays Low battery along with a flashing icon. If you are on a call in low battery mode, the handset plays short beeps to alert you. The following table summarizes the battery charge indicators and actions to take. Battery indicators Battery status Action The screen is blank, or displays Place in charger and flashes. Battery has very little or no charge. The handset cannot be used. Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes). The screen displays Battery has enough Low battery and flashes. charge to be used for a short time. Charge without interruption (about 30 minutes). The screen displays HANDSET X. Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged, place it in the telephone base or charger when not in use. If you place the handset in the telephone base or charger without plugging in the battery, the screen displays No battery.