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    Models: DS6111-2/ DS6111-3/ DS6111-4 User's manual www.vtechphones.com
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    using this telephone, please read the Important safety instructions on page 40 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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    Table of contents Getting started 1 Parts checklist 1 Telephone base and charger installation . . . 2 Battery installation and charging 3 Mounting bracket installation 4 Handset layout 6 Telephone base layout 7 Telephone settings 8 Ringer volume (handset 8 Ringer tone 9 Key tone 10
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    Table of contents Missed calls indicator 29 Review the call log 29 Make a call log entry ready Handset display screen messages 35 Handset and telephone base indicators . . . . 37 Battery 39 Important safety instructions 40 Troubleshooting 41 Operating range 49 Maintenance 49 About cordless
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    event warranty service is necessary. 1. Handsets (2 for DS6111-2, 3 for DS6111-3, 4 for DS6111-4) 2. Battery compartment covers (2 for DS6111-2, 3 for DS6111-3, 4 for DS6111-4) 3. Batteries (2 for DS6111-2, 3 for DS6111-3, 4 for DS6111-4) 4. Telephone line cord 5. Telephone base power adapter
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    wall switch. If you subscribe to Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) high-speed Internet service through your telephone line, you must have a DSL filter between the telephone base and the telephone wall jack. The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your
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    charging. Charge light 1 2 3 4 • If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage. • To purchase replacement batteries, visit our website at www. vtechphones. com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada. com or
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    . Wall mounting bracket installation: 1. Slide the bracket down and away from the telephone base. 2. Tilt the top of the bracket down so that it rests on the base. Align the grooves on the bracket with the tabs on the base. See image 2 below. 3. Slide the bracket down until it clicks into place. See
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    to return to desktop use, follow the following steps: 1. Remove the bracket from wall mount orientation by sliding it up towards the top of the base. 2. Tilt the top of the bracket up so that the lower portion of the bracket rests on the
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    the telephone base or charger. INT (intercom) • Press to initiate an intercom conversation or transfer a call. /FLASH • Press to make or answer a call. • During a call, press to receive an incoming call when you receive a call waiting alert. /CID • When the handset is not in use, press to review the
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    is an incoming call or another telephone sharing the same line is in use . • On when a system handset is in use. FIND HANDSET • Press to page the system handsets. VOICEMAIL light • Flashes when you have new voicemail. Voicemail is offered by your telephone service provider. www.vtechphones.com 
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    does not ring when there are incoming calls. To adjust the ringer volume: 1. Press VOL or VOL to select the desired ringer volume when the handset is not in use. 2. When you stop pressing the volume buttons, the setting will be saved. -OR- 1. Press MENU/SELECT to display the menu when
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    Ringer tone This menu allows you to choose from different ringer tones. To choose a ringer tone: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to display the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >RINGER TONE, then press MENU/SELECT. 3. Press or to select the desired ringer tone. A sample of each
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    To change the setting: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to display the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >KEY TONE, then press displays. To change the setting: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to display the menu when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to select >LANGUAGE, then press MENU/SELECT
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    voicemail service. After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on both the handset and telephone base will will turn the indicators back on. To manually turn off these indicators: 1. Press MENU/SELECT to display the menu when the handset is not in use. >CLR VOICE MAIL
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    , /SPEAKER or any of the dialing key (0-9, #, *). End a call • Press OFF/CLEAR or put the handset in the telephone base or charger. Speakerphone During a call, press /SPEAKER to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use. Volume During a call, use the volume button on the right side of the
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    hear you. 1. During a call, press MUTE/REMOVE on the handset. MUTED will be temporarily displayed on the screen, along with the smaller The next call will ring normally. PHONE 0:00:00 MUTE RINGER MUTE Call waiting If you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone company, you will
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    be useful if you wish to access numbers other than phone numbers (such as bank account information or access codes the chain dialing. Find handset This feature allows the telephone base to page all the handsets. 1. Press FIND HANDSET on the telephone base. All the handsets will ring and the screens
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    4. To end an intercom call, press INT, OFF/CLEAR or place the handset back in the telephone base or charger. OTHER HANDSET IS CALLING Models DS6111-3/DS6111-4 INTERCOM TO: 1. Press INT on the originating handset when the handset is not in use. The screen displays INTERCOM TO: 2. Use the dialing
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    Telephone operation Conference call You can have a conference call with an external line and two registered handsets. When one handset is on the line, • Press /FLASH or /SPEAKER on another handset to join the call. -ORModel DS6111-2 1. Press INT to initiate an intercom call and its screen displays
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    You can transfer an external call from one handset to any other handset. Model DS6111-2 1. During a call, press INT to put the call on hold at the originating handset. Its screen displays CALLING OTHER HANDSET. CALLING OTHER HANDSET 2. The destination handset rings and its screen displays OTHER
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    X IS CALLING INTERCOM 6. Press OFF/CLEAR on the originating handset, or place it back in the telephone base or charger to transfer the external call to the destination handset. The originating handset displays CALL TRANSFERED. If you wish to cancel call transfer during intercom mode and reconnect
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    external call and you wish to intercom another handset without disconnecting the external call: Model DS6111-2 1. During a call, press INT to put the call on hold at the originating handset. Its screen displays CALLING OTHER HANDSET. 2. The destination handset will ring and its screen will display
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    Models DS6111-3/DS6111-4 1. During a call, press INT to put the call on hold at the originating handset. The screen displays TRANSFER TO: 2. Use the dialing keys to enter the destination handset number. The originating handset screen displays CALLING HANDSET X. 3. The destination handset will
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    up to 30 digits for the phone number and 15 characters for the name. • The directory can be accessed when the handset is not in use by pressing by all the handsets, only one handset can review the directory at a time. If a handset attempts to enter the directory while another handset is already in
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    a directory entry 1. Press MENU/SELECT twice when the handset is not in use. >DIRECTORY 2. Press or to right. • Press and hold REDIAL/PAUSE to insert a dialing pause (p will be displayed). >STORE REVIEW ENTER NUMBER _ - OR• Copy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL/PAUSE and then
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    TelBeapshiconoepeorpateiorantion Telephone operation Character chart Use the dial pad 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
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    Press or to scroll through the directory. To start an alphabetical search: >REVIEW STORE 1. Press once or MENU/SELECT three times to enter the directory associated with the name. For example, press 5 (JKL) once to find VTECH 800-595-9511 Jenny, twice to find Kristen, or three times to find
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    Telephone operation TelBeapshiconoepeorpateiorantion Edit a directory entry 1. Press once or MENU/SELECT three times to enter the directory. 2. Press or to scroll to the desired entry, or use the alphabetical search to find it. 3. Press MENU/SELECT to confirm your selection. The screen
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    Telephone operation Delete from the directory 1. Press once or MENU/SELECT three times to enter the directory. 2. Press or to scroll to the desired entry, or use the alphabetical search to find it. 3. Press MUTE/REMOVE to remove the desired entry. You will hear a confirmation tone. 26 www.
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    you can use its other features without subscribing to either caller ID or combined caller ID with call waiting service. There may be fees for these services, and these services may not be available in all areas. The caller ID features will work only if both you and the caller are in areas
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    to caller ID service, information about each phone number has more than 15 but fewer than 24 digits, only the last 15 digits will be shown. If the name is longer than 15 characters, only the first 15 characters will be shown and HANDSET X saved in the call log. XX MISSED CALLS • You can review
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    to erase the missed calls indicator. All the entries will be considered old and kept in the call log. VTECH 595-9511 3:45 AM NEW 1/02 Review the call log 1. Press CID when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to browse through the call log. -OR1. Press MENU/SELECT when the
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    the area code plus the seven digits. You can change the number of digits that you dial from or store in the call log. While reviewing the call log, press # repeatedly to display different dialing options for local and long distance numbers before dialing or saving the telephone number in the
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    to the desired entry. 2. Press MENU/SELECT. • You can edit the phone number, if necessary. Make sure the number is in the correct dialing format MENU/SELECT when done. 3. Successful programming is indicated by SAVED on the handset display along with a confirmation tone. • If the entry is already
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    Telephone operation Delete from the call log To delete one entry: 1. When in the call log, press or to scroll to the desired entry. 2. Press MUTE/REMOVE to delete the selected entry. You will hear a confirmation tone. To delete all entries: 1. When in the call log, press and hold MUTE/REMOVE to
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    Telephone operation Call log display screen messages Displays: When: PRIVATE NAME The caller is blocking the name information. PRIVATE NUMBER The caller is blocking the telephone number information. PRIVATE CALLER The caller is blocking the name and number information. UNKNOWN NAME This
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    Telephone operation Redial list The telephone stores the five most recently dialed numbers on the redial list. • When there are already five entries on the redial list, the earliest entry will be deleted to make room for the latest entry. • Entries are displayed in reverse chronological order, i.e.
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    no call log entries. CALLING HANDSET X (for DS6111-3/DS6111-4) CALLING OTHER HANDSET (for DS6111-2) Calling another handset. CONNECTING... The cordless handset is searching for the telephone base. CHARGING A handset with low battery has been placed in the telephone base or charger to recharge
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    call log or directory and another handset attempts to review it. Connected to the external call during call transfer. The cordless handset locator has been activated. The handset is in use. The battery is very low. The handset should be placed in the telephone base or charger. The ringer is muted
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    properly in the handset. -OR The battery needs to be replaced. -OR An incorrect battery has been installed. Use only the supplied VTech battery or equivalent. There are unreviewed calls in your call log. Handset and telephone base indicators Handset lights • On when the handset speakerphone is in
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    telephone base indicators Handset icons MUTE • Microphone is muted. • Ringer off. NEW NEW VOICE MAIL SPEAKER Battery indicator • New call log entries. • New voicemail received from the local telephone company. • In speakerphone mode. • Cycles (low, medium, and full) when the handset battery is
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    the battery indicator on the handset screen is flashing. 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
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    service facility. Opening or removing parts of the telephone base or handset base and/or handset has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 13. Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless table/cabinet outlet. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 40 www.vtechphones.com
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    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, call 1 (800) 267-7377. Problem Suggestion My telephone does not work at all. • Make sure the battery
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    . Please refer to the Battery section (page 39) of this user's manual. The CHARGE light is off. • Clean the charging contacts on the handset(s) and telephone base each month using a pencil eraser or a dry non-abrasive fabric. • Make sure the power adapter and telephone line cords are plugged in
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    Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion The telephone does not ring when there is an incoming call. • Make sure the ringer volume is not set to zero (page 8). • Make sure the telephone line cord and power adapter are plugged in properly (page 2). • The handset may be too far from the telephone base.
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    Troubleshooting Problem I cannot dial out. My handset beeps and is not performing normally. Suggestion • First, try all the above suggestions. • Make sure there is a dial tone before dialing. It is normal if the handset takes a second or two to synchronize with the telephone before producing a
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    Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion There is interference during a telephone conversation. My calls fade out when I am using the cordless handset. • The handset may be out of range. Move it closer to the telephone base. • Do you have DSL service? If yes, you need to have a DSL filter installed at
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    the telephone. you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in the wiring or local service. Call your local telephone company. I hear noise on the cordless handset, and none of the keys or buttons works. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in securely. My caller ID features
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    Troubleshooting Problem log. • While reviewing the call log, base. Disconnect the battery from the cordless handset. Wait for 15 seconds, then plug in the power adapter and re-install the battery. Place the handset in the telephone base and allow up to one minute for the handset and telephone base
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    Troubleshooting Problem Common cure for electronic equipment. Suggestion • If the telephone is not responding normally, try putting the cordless handset in the telephone base or the charger. If it does not respond, try the following (in the order listed): • Disconnect the power to the telephone
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    base. Maintenance 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 base should fall into the water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORDS
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    be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged or switched service within the United States and Canada. The RBRC® program provides a convenient alternative to placing used nickel-metal-hydride batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area. VTech
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    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 anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech; or 3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal
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    Canada, please 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 purchase does not meet the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you and will request that you authorize the cost
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    FCC criteria. The handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The telephone base shall be installed and used such that parts of the user's body other than to a single line and an RJ14 jack for two lines. See Installation Instructions in the user's manual. www.vtechphones.com 53
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    problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions planned. If this product is equipped with a corded or cordless handset, it is hearing aid compatible. If this product has
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    2.80in X 3.14in X 2.39in (71.0mm X 79.8mm X 60.8mm) Handset: 5.29oz (150.0g) (including battery) Telephone base: 6.04oz (171.1 g) Charger: 1.98oz (56.0g) Handset: 2.4V 550mAh Ni-MH battery Telephone base: 6V DC @ 300mA Charger: 6V DC @200mA Handset directory: 50 memory locations; up to 30 digits and
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    ID 27 About cordless telephones 50 Answer a call 12 Answer an incoming call during an intercom call 20 B Battery 3, 39 C Call ACTA and IC regulations 53 Find handset 14 H Handset and telephone base indicators 37 Handset display screen messages 35 Handset layout 6 I Indicators 37 Intercom
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    25 R RBRC® seal 50 Redial list 34 Review the call log 29 Ringer mute 13 Ringer tone 9 Ringer volume (handset) 8 S Save a call log entry to the Technical specifications 55 Telephone base installation 2 Telephone base layout 7 Transfer an external call 17 Troubleshooting 41 V Voice mail 11
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    TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. A member of THE VTECH GROUP OF COMPANIES. Distributed in the U.S.A. by VTech Communications, Inc. Beaverton, Oregon Distributed in Canada by VTech Technologies Canada, Ltd., Richmond, B.C. Copyright ©2008 for VTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS LTD. Printed in China. 91-001514-060-100
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