Vtech CS5119 Abridged User Manual - Page 2

Transfer a call While on an outside call, you can use the intercom feature to transfer the call from one handset to another. 1. Press INT on your handset during a call. The current call is put on hold. Use the dialing keys to enter a destination handset number if necessary. 2. To answer the intercom call, press , , or any dialing key on the destination handset. You can now have a private conservation before transferring the call. 3. Press OFF on your originating handset, or place it back in the telephone base or charger. Your originating handset displays Line in use. The destination handset is then connected to the outside call. Phonebook The phonebook can store up to 50 entries, which are shared by all handsets. Each entry may consist of a telephone number up to 30 digits, and a name up to 15 characters. Add a phonebook entry 1. Enter the number when the phone is not in use. Press MENU, then go to Step 3. -ORPress MENU when the phone is not in use, then press SELECT to choose Phonebook. Press SELECT again to choose Add new entry. 2. Use the dialing keys to enter the number. -ORCopy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL and then press q, p or REDIAL repeatedly to select a number. Press SELECT to copy the number. 3. Press SELECT to move on to enter the name. 4. Use the dialing keys to enter the name. Additional key presses show other characters of that particular key. 5. Press SELECT to save. While entering names and numbers, you can: • Press DELETE to backspace and erase a digit or character. • Press and hold DELETE to erase the entire entry. • Press q or p to move the cursor to the left or right. • Press and hold PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (for entering numbers only). • Press 0 to add a space (for entering names only). Review a phonebook entry Entries are sorted alphabetically. 1. Press when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to browse through the phonebook, or use the dialing keys to start a name search. Delete a phonebook entry 1. When the desired entry displays, press DELETE. 2. When the handset displays Delete entry?, press SELECT. Edit a phonebook entry 1. When the desired entry displays, press SELECT. 2. Use the dialing keys to edit the number, then press SELECT. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the name, then press SELECT. Dial a phonebook entry • When the desired entry appears, press or to dial. Caller ID If you subscribe to caller ID service, information about each caller appears after the first or second ring. If you answer a call before the caller information appears on the screen, it will not be saved in the caller ID log. The caller ID log stores up to 30 entries. Each entry has up to 24 digits for the phone number and 15 characters for the name. If the telephone number has more that 15 digits, only the last 15 digits appear. If the name has more than 15 characters, only the first 15 characters are shown and saved in the caller ID log. Review a caller ID log entry 1. Press CID when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to browse through the caller ID log. Missed call indicator When there are calls that have not been reviewed in the caller ID log, the handset displays XX missed calls. Each time you review a caller ID log entry marked NEW, the number of missed calls decreases by one. When you have reviewed all the missed calls, the missed call indicator no longer displays. If you do not want to review the missed calls one by one, press and hold CANCEL on the idle handset to erase the missed call indicator. All the entries are then considered old. Dial a caller ID log entry • When the desired entry appears, press or to dial. Save a caller ID log entry to the phonebook 1. When the desired caller ID log entry displays, press SELECT. 2. Press SELECT to choose To Phonebook. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the number, if necessary. Then press SELECT. 4. Use the dialing keys to edit the name, if necessary. Then press SELECT. Delete the caller ID log entries • When the desired caller ID log entry displays, press DELETE. To delete all caller ID log entries: 1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to Caller ID log and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to Delete all then press SELECT twice. Call block If you have subscribed to caller ID service, you can set the telephone to block unknown calls and certain undesired calls. The call block list can store up to 20 entries. Block unknown calls 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Call block and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to choose Calls w/o num, and then press SELECT. 4. Scroll to choose Unblock or Block, and then press SELECT to save. Add a call block list entry 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Call block and then press SELECT. 3. Press SELECT to choose Block list. 4. Scroll to choose Add new entry, and then press SELECT. 5. Use the dialing keys to enter the number (up to 30 digits). 6. Press SELECT to move on to enter the name. 7. Use the dialing keys to enter the name (up to 15 characters). Additional key presses show other characters of that particular key. 8. Press SELECT to save. Review call block list 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Call block and then press SELECT. 3. Press SELECT to choose Block list. 4. Press SELECT to choose Review. Edit a call block list entry 1. When the desired entry displays, press SELECT. 2. Use the dialing keys to edit the number, and then press SELECT. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the name, and then press SELECT to save. Save a caller ID log entry to call block list 1. When the desired caller ID log entry displays, press SELECT. 2. Scroll to To Call block, and then press SELECT. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the number, and then press SELECT. 4. Use the dialing keys to edit the name, and then press SELECT to save. Delete a call block list entry • When the desired call block list entry displays, press DELETE. Mute first ring Your telephone rings once for blocked calls. You can choose to mute the first ring for all incoming calls, so that there will be no ring for blocked calls. By default, the first ring is set to On. 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Press 7464# on the handset. 3. Press q or p to choose First ring:On to keep the first ring, or First ring:Off to mute the first ring. 4. Press SELECT to save. NOTE • If you have muted the first ring, you will hear one ring less before the voicemail answers the incoming calls. Sound settings Key tone You can turn the key tone on or off. 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Settings and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to choose Key tone, then press SELECT. 4. Press q or p to choose On or Off, then press SELECT to save. Ringer tone You can choose from different ringer tones for each handset. 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Ringers and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to choose Ringer tone, then press SELECT. 4. Press q or p to sample each ringer tone, then press SELECT to save. NOTE • If you turn off the ringer volume, you will not hear ringer tone samples. Ringer volume You can adjust the handset ringer volume level, or turn the ringer off. 1. Press MENU when the handset is not in use. 2. Scroll to Ringers and then press SELECT twice. 3. Press q or p to sample each volume level, then press SELECT to save. NOTE • When the ringer volume is set to Off, the handset still rings when you press FIND HANDSET at the telephone base. Temporary ringer silencing When the telephone is ringing, you can temporarily silence the ringer without disconnecting the call. The next call rings normally at the preset volume. To silence the handset ringer: • Press CANCEL or MUTE. The handset displays Ringer muted and . Quiet mode You can turn on the quiet mode for a period of time. During this period, all tones (except paging tone) are muted. 1. Press and hold idle. on the handset when 2. Use the dialing keys to enter the duration, and then press SELECT to save. • To turn off the quiet mode, press and hold on the handset when idle. Limited warranty What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase ("Consumer" or "you") that the Product and all accessories provided in the sales package ("Product") are free from defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with the Product operating instructions. This limited warranty extends only to the 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 VTech's option, without charge, a Materially Defective Product. If we repair the Product, we may use new or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to replace the Product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished Product of the same or similar design. We will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. Repair or replacement of the Product, at VTech's option, is your exclusive remedy. VTech will return the repaired or replacement Products to you in working condition. You should expect the repair or replacement to take approximately 30 days. How long is the limited warranty period? The limited warranty period for the Product extends for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase. If VTech repairs or replaces a Materially Defective Product under the terms of this limited warranty, this limited warranty also applies to the repaired or replacement Product for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year warranty; whichever is longer. What is not covered by this limited warranty? This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, accident, shipping or other physical damage, improper installation, abnormal operation or handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other liquid intrusion; 2. Product that has been damaged due to repair, alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions, network reliability, or cable or antenna systems; 4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non-VTech accessories; 5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, product serial number plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; 6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for repair from outside the United States of America or Canada, or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to Products used for rental purposes); 7. Product returned without a valid proof of purchase (see item 2 below); or 8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer controls, and installation or repair of systems outside the unit. How do you get warranty service? To obtain warranty service in the USA, please visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call 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 the risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation and are responsible for delivery or handling charges incurred in the transport of the Product(s) to the service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced Product under this limited warranty. Transportation, delivery or handling charges are prepaid. VTech assumes no risk for damage or loss of the 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. You must pay for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of Products that are not covered by this limited warranty. What must you return with the Product to get warranty service? 1. Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty; and 2. Include a "valid proof of purchase" (sales receipt) identifying the Product purchased (Product model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and 3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing address, and telephone number. Other limitations This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes all other written or oral communications related to this Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this Product. The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech's responsibilities regarding the Product. There are no other express warranties. No one is authorized to make modifications to this limited warranty and you should not rely on any such modification. State/Provincial Law Rights: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state or province to province. Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an unwritten warranty that the Product is fit for ordinary use) are limited to one year from the date of purchase. 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. Some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Please retain your original sales receipt as proof of purchase. Technical specifications Frequency control Transmit frequency Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Handset: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Telephone base: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Channels 5 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 Charger: 6V DC @ 400mA Memory Phonebook: 50 memory locations; up to 30 digits and 15 characters Caller ID log: 30 memory locations; up to 24 digits and 15 characters Call block: 20 entries Retrieve voicemail from telephone service Voicemail is a feature available from most telephone service providers. It may be included with your telephone service, or may be optional. Fees may apply. Retrieve voicemail When you received a voicemail, the handset displays and New voicemail. To retrieve, you typically dial an access number provided by your telephone service provider, and then enter a security code. Contact your telephone service provider for instructions on how to configure the voicemail settings and listen to messages. NOTE • After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on the handset turn off automatically. Set your voicemail number You can save your access number on each handset for easy access to your voicemail. After you saved the voicemail number, you can press and hold to retrieve voicemail. 1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to Settings and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to Voicemail # and then press SELECT. 4. Use the dialing keys to enter the voicemail number (up to 30 digits). 5. Press SELECT to save. Turn off the new voicemail indicators If you have retrieved your voicemail while away from home, and the handset still displays the new voicemail indicators, use this feature to turn off the indicators. NOTE • This feature turns off the indicators only, it does not delete your voicemail messages. 1. Press MENU when the phone is not in use. 2. Scroll to Settings and then press SELECT. 3. Scroll to Clr voicemail and then press SELECT. Expand your telephone system You can add new handsets (CS5109), cordless headsets (IS6200) or speakerphones (MA3222 or AT&T TL80133) to your telephone system. All accessories are sold separately. Your telephone base supports a maximum of five devices. For more details, refer to the user's manual that comes with your new device. ECO mode This power conserving technology reduces power consumption for optimal battery performance. The ECO mode activates automatically whenever the handset is synchronized with the telephone base. General product care Taking care of your telephone Your cordless 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. Do not use the handset outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install the telephone base near a sink, bathtub or shower. Electrical storms Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, take caution when using electrical appliances during storms. Cleaning your telephone Your telephone has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a dry non-abrasive cloth. Do not use dampened cloth or cleaning solvents of any kind. Frequently asked questions Below are the questions most frequently asked about the cordless telephone. If you cannot find the answer to your question, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511 for customer service. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 (800) 267-7377. My telephone does not work at all. Make sure the telephone base is installed properly, and battery is installed and charged correctly. For optimum daily performance, return the handset to the telephone base after use. The display shows No line. I cannot hear the dial tone. Disconnect the telephone line cord from your telephone and connect it to another telephone. If there is no dial tone on that other telephone either, then the telephone line cord may be defective. Try installing a new telephone line cord. If changing the telephone line cord does not help, the wall jack (or the wiring to this wall jack) may be defective. Contact your telephone service provider. You may be using a new cable or VoIP service, the existing telephone jacks in your home may no longer work. Contact your service provider for solutions. The display shows To register HS... and ...see manual alternately. The handset does not work at all. The handset is deregistered from the telephone base. Place the handset in the telephone base to register it. You hear a beep when the registration process completes. This process takes about 60 seconds. I accidentally set my LCD language to Spanish or French, and I don't know how to change it back to English. While the handset is not in use, press MENU and then enter 364# to change the handset LCD language back to English. Specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2018 VTech Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. 05/18. CS5119-X_ACIB_V8.0 Document order number: 91-008938-070-100