abridged user`s manual (Canada version)
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1. CELL HOME e Make answer or end a cell call 7 te answer or end a home call 1 e While reviewing a caller ID log entry press repeatedly to add or remove 1 in front of the telephone number before dialing or saving it in the directory e Press and hold to set or dial your voicemail number TONE e Switch to tone dialing temporarily during a call Dialing keys e Enter numbers or characters FLASH cance wcw anaf Jwenuse ecr nips qd s e Answer an incoming call e Press and hold to set and turn on the quiet mode or turn it off e Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when reviewing a caller ID log entry MIC Bluetooth To use a Bluetooth enabled cell phone with your DS6642 you must first pair and connect your Bluetooth cell phone s with the telephone base All DS6642 handsets can be used to make or answer calls on the cell line Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range a maximum of approximately 30 feet When you pair a Bluetooth cell phone to the telephone base make sure your Bluetooth cell phone is close to the telephone base to maintain sufficient signal strength For optimal performance keep your cell phone within 15 feet of the telephone base while using the cell line Pair and connect your first Bluetooth cell phone 1 Press 1 9 2 on the telephone base You hear t2. e During a call press to switch between the speakerphone and the handset Dialing keys e Enter numbers or characters e Answer an incoming call MENU SELECT e Show the menu e While in a menu press to select an item or save an entry or setting OFF CANCEL e Hang up a call e Silence the handset ringer temporarily while the phone is ringing e Press and hold to erase the missed call indicator when the phone is not in use e Press to return to the previous menu or press and hold to return to idle mode without making changes CID W VOLUME e Review the caller ID log when the phone is not in use e Decrease the listening volume during a call or message playback e Scroll down while in a menu or in the directory caller ID log or redial list e Move the cursor to the left when entering numbers or names QUIETH e Press and hold to set and turn on the quiet mode or turn it off e Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when reviewing a caller ID log entry MUTE DELETE e Mute the microphone during a call e Delete digits or characters while using the dialing keys e Silence the handset ringer temporarily while the phone is ringing e Delete the displayed entry while in the directory caller ID log or redial list e Press to delete the playing message or announcement REDIAL PAUSE e Press repeatedly to review the redial list e Press and hold
3. Touch tone pulse dialing Pulse Use the Clr voicemail feature when the telephone indicates there is new voicemail but ES there is none For example when you have accessed your voicemail while away from home The Clr voicemail feature only turns off the indicators it does not delete your voicemail messages As long as you have new voicemail messages your telephone service provider continues to send the signal that turns on the indicators The following are some of the telephone features you may wish to set Refer to Telephone settings in the online Complete user s manual for detailed instructions on setting all telephone features Set date and time If you subscribe to caller ID service the day month and time are set automatically with each incoming call You can also set the date and time manually 1 Press MENU when the telephone base cordless handset is not in use 2 Scroll to Set date time then press SELECT 3 Use the dialing keys 0 9 to enter the month MM date DD and year YY then press SELECT 4 Use the dialing keys 0 9 to enter the hour HH and minute MM Then press v or Ato choose AM or PM 5 Press SELECT Ringer volume You can adjust the ringer volume level or turn the ringer off 1 Press MENU when the telephone base cordless handset is not in use 2 Scroll to Ringers then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Ringer volume then press SELECT 4 Press or A to adjust the volume then press
4. charger as shown below Telephone wall jack Electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch Telephone line cord Telephone base A DSL filter power adapter not included is required if you have DSL high speed Internet service Charger adapter The DSL filter must be plugged into the telephone wall jack Telephone base Handset charger e Use only the power adapters and batteries supplied with this product To order replacements visit our website at www vtechcanada com or call 1 800 267 7377 e Even if you do not subscribe to any conventional telephone service you can still use the cell line alone without plugging in a telephone line cord e If you subscribe to telephone service from a cable company or a VoIP service provider contact your cable VoIP service provider for more information Handset battery installation Install the battery as shown below 1 Plug the battery connector securely 2 Place the battery with the label into the socket THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires inside the battery compartment 3 Slide the battery compartment cover 4 Place the handset in the handset towards the center of the handset charger to charge until it clicks into place CHARGE light vtech remains on when charging IMPORTANT Check for a di
5. f OW when necessary then press SELECT 2 Enter the telephone number and then press CELL to dial Answer a home cell call with a cordless handset e Press HOME CELL 14 or any dialing key Answer a home cell call at the telephone base e Lift the corded handset or press HOME CELL or any dialing key End a home cell call with a cordless handset e Press OFF or return the cordless handset to the handset charger End a home cell call at the telephone base e Fora home line call return the corded handset to the telephone base or press AS HOME e For a cell line call return the corded handset to the telephone base or press CELL Speakerphone Handset speakerphone e During a call press 14 to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use Telephone base speakerphone e When you are using the corded handset on a home line call press HOME to switch to the telephone base speakerphone e When you are using the corded handset on a cell line call press CELL to switch to the telephone base speakerphone e When you are using the telephone base speakerphone on a cell home line lift up the corded handset to use it Volume To adjust the listening volume on a cordless handset e During a call press W VOLUME or A VOLUME To adjust the listening volume at the telephone base e During a call press W VOL or VOL A The handset earpiece volume setting and speakerphone volume setting are indep
6. 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 re
7. provider or a qualified installer If this equipment is malfunctioning it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the 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 outlined under the Limited warranty If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone service provider may temporarily discontinue your telephone service The telephone service provider is required to notify you before interrupting service If advance notice is not practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will be given the opportunity to correct the problem and the telephone service provider is required to inform you of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone service provider may make changes in its facilities equipment operation or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this product 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 hearing aid compatible If this product has memory dialing locations you may choose to store emergency telephone numbers e g police fire medical in these locations If you do store or test emergency numbers please Remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call before hanging up Perform such activities in off peak hours
8. 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 soft cloth slightly dampened with water or mild soap Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet or standing in water If the telephone base should fall into water DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND TELEPHONE LINE CORD FROM THE WALL Then remove the telephone by the unplugged cords About cordless telephones e Privacy The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio waves so there is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations could be intercepted 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 e Electrical power The telephone base of this cordless telephone must be connected to a working electrical outlet The electrical outlet should not be controlled by a wall switch Calls cannot be made from the cordless handset if the telephone base is unplugged switched off or if the electrical power
9. you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized 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 and 1 800 8 BATTERY are registered trademarks of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation 14 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and rec
10. ACTA The label on the back or bottom of this equipment contains among other things a product identifier in the format US AAAEQ TXXXX This identifier must be provided to your telephone service provider upon request The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to premises wiring and the telephone network must comply with applicable Part 68 rules and technical requirements adopted by ACTA A compliant 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 the installation instructions in the user s manual The Ringer Equivalence Number REN is used to determine how many devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have them ring when you are called The REN for this product is encoded as the 6th and 7th characters following the US in the product identifier e g if is 03 the REN is 0 3 In most but not all areas the sum of all RENs should be five 5 0 or less For more information please contact your telephone service provider This equipment may not be used with Party Lines If you have specially wired alarm dialing equipment connected to your telephone line ensure the connection of this equipment does not disable your alarm equipment If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment consult your telephone service
11. SELECT If the ringer volume is set to Off the handset still rings when you press FIND HANDSET on the telephone base Quiet mode You can turn on the quiet mode for a period of time During this period all tones except paging tone and the call screening are muted When you turn on the quiet mode the answering system turns on automatically 1 Press and hold QUIET when the telephone base cordless handset is not in use 2 Use the dialing keys 0 9 to enter the duration then press SELECT to save e To turn off the quiet mode press and hold QUIET when the telephone base cordless handset is not in use Telephone operation Make a home call with a cordless handset e Press HOME or 4 and then dial the telephone number Make a home call at the telephone base e Lift the corded handset or press HOME then dial the telephone number Make a cell call with a cordless handset 1 Press CELL Scroll to select the desired cell phone when necessary then press SELECT 2 Enter the telephone number and then press CELL to dial While using the cell line place your cell phone closer to the telephone base and make sure that there are no physical obstacles between the telephone base and the cell phone y such as large furniture or thick walls PLAY STOP me vous VOL a Make a cell call at the telephone base o zea aN O A 1 Press CELL Scroll to select the desired cell phone
12. ack may be defective Contact your telephone service provider e 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 e The handset is deregistered from the telephone base Place the handset in the telephone base to register it back The handset shows Registered and you hear a beep when the registration process completes This process takes about 60 seconds to complete have accidentally set my cordless handset telephone base LCD language to Spanish or French and I don t know how to change it back to English e While the handset telephone base is not in use press MENU then enter 364 e While the handset is on a call press MENU then enter 364 The call ends The answering system does not record messages e Make sure the answering system is on e Make sure the memory of the answering system is not full When the answering machine memory is full it does not record new messages until some old messages are deleted e If you subscribe to voicemail service change the number of ring so that your answering system answers before your voicemail answers To determine how many rings activate your voicemail contact your telephone service provider e If there is a fax machine connected to the same telephone line try disconnecting the fax ma
13. al tone by pressing HOME If you hear a dial tone the installation is successful If you do not hear a dial tone e Make sure the installation procedures described above are properly done e It may be a wiring problem If you have changed your telephone service to digital service from a cable company or a VoIP service provider the telephone line may need to be rewired to allow all existing telephone jacks to work Contact your cable VoIP service provider for more information Handset overview amp V A VOLUME e Review the directory when the phone is not in use e Increase the listening volume during a call or message playback e Scroll up while in a menu or in the directory caller ID log or redial list e Move the cursor to the right when entering numbers or names CHARGE light e On when the handset is charging in the handset charger CELL e Make or answer a cell call e Answer an incoming cell call when you hear a call waiting alert AX HOME FLASH e Make or answer a home call e Answer an incoming home call when you hear a call waiting alert m1 e Press repeatedly to add or remove 1 in front of the caller ID log entry before dialing or saving it to the directory e Press and hold to set or dial your voicemail number TONE e Switch to tone dialing temporarily during a call 4 e Make a home line call using the handset speakerphone e Answer a call using the handset speakerphone
14. all during a call on the same line REDIAL PAUSE e Press repeatedly to review the redial list e Press and hold to insert a dialing pause while dialing or entering a number 01 02 e Press to pair or replace a cell phone 3 1 and Q2 lights FIND HANDSET e Press to page all idle handsets when the telephone base is not e On when the telephone base is paired and ee connected with a Bluetooth device e Blinks when the telephone base is pairing and connecting with a Bluetooth device 4 REPEAT XIDELETE e Delete the playing message or announcement e Delete the displayed entry while in the directory caller ID log or redial list e Delete digits or characters while using the dialing keys b gt SKIP e Skip to the next message during message playback VVOLA e Adjust the listening volume during a call or message playback e Adjust the telephone base ringer volume when the base is not in use e Press once to repeat the playing message e Press twice to play the previous message gt m PLAY STOP e Start or stop message playback e Flashes when there are new messages or memos in the answering system MUTE e Mute the microphone during a call e Silence the base ringer temporarily while the phone is ringing O ANS ON OFF e Turn the built in answering system on or off J m r K Dy MENU SELECT peou
15. ark in such an environment could create a fire or explosion Such environments might include medical use of oxygen without adequate ventilation industrial gases cleaning solvents gasoline vapors etc a leak of natural gas etc 16 Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk mode 17 The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling under the table or cabinet outlet SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 13 Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers Cardiac pacemakers applies only to digital cordless telephones Wireless Technology Research LLC WTR an independent research entity led a multidisciplinary evaluation of the interference between portable wireless telephones and implanted cardiac pacemakers Supported by the U S Food and Drug Administration WTR recommends to physicians that Pacemaker patients e Should keep wireless telephones at least six inches from the pacemaker e Should NOT place wireless telephones directly over the pacemaker such as in a breast pocket when it is turned ON e Should use the wireless telephone at the ear opposite the pacemaker WTR s evaluation did not identify any risk to bystanders with pacemakers from other persons using wireless telephones Operating range This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowe
16. chine If that solves the problem consult your fax machine documentation for information on compatibility with answering systems Common cure for electronic equipment e If the telephone is not responding normally put the cordless handset in the handset charger If this does not fix the problem do the following in the order listed 1 Disconnect the power to the telephone base Disconnect the battery on the cordless handset Wait a few minutes before connecting power to the telephone base Install the battery again and place the cordless handset in the handset charger Wait for the cordless handset to synchronize with the telephone base Allow up one minute for this to take place aRwON 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 1 Read and understand all instructions 2 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product 3 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 4 Do not use this product near water such as near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink laundry tub or swimming pool or in a wet basement or shower 5 Do not place this product on an unstable table shelf stand or other unstable surfaces 6 Avoid placing the telephone system in places with extreme temperature direct
17. d 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 and the layout of your home or office When the handset is out of range the handset displays Out of range or no pwr at base If there is a call while the handset is out of range it may not ring or if it does ring the call may not connect well when you press HOME Move closer to the telephone base then press HOME to answer the call If the handset moves out of range during a telephone conversation there may be interference To improve reception move closer to the telephone base ECO mode This power conserving technology reduces power consumption for optimal battery performance The ECO mode activates automatically when the handset is synchronized with the telephone 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 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
18. daily performance return the cordless handset to the charger after use e Make sure the power adapter is securely plugged into an outlet not controlled by a wall switch e Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged firmly into the telephone base and the wall jack e Unplug the electrical power to the telephone base Wait for approximately 15 seconds then plug it back in Allow up to one minute for the cordless handset and telephone base to synchronize e Charge the battery in the cordless handset for at least 11 hours For optimum daily performance return the cordless handset to the handset charger after use e Ifthe battery is completely depleted charge the cordless handset for at least 30 minutes before use e Remove and install the battery again If that still does not work it may be necessary to purchase a new battery e Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack and plug in a working telephone If the other telephone does not work the problem is probably in the wiring or telephone service Contact your telephone service provider 12 The display shows No line I cannot hear the dial tone e 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 e If changing telephone line cord does not help the wall jack or the wiring to this wall j
19. e dialing temporarily during a call 1 During a call press TONEX 2 Use the dialing keys to enter the relevant number The telephone sends touch tone signals It automatically returns to pulse dialing mode after you end the call Find handset Use this feature to find all system handsets To start paging e Press FIND HANDSET at the right side of the telephone base and it displays Paging All idle handsets ring and display Paging To end paging e Press HOME CELL OFF or any dialing key ona cordless handset OR e Return the cordless handset to the handset charger OR e Press FIND HANDSET on the telephone base Do not press and hold FIND HANDSET for more than four seconds It may lead to handset deregistration Redial list Each handset and the telephone base store the last 10 telephone numbers dialed When there are already 10 entries the oldest entry is deleted to make room for the new entry To review and dial a number from the redial list 1 Press REDIAL when the telephone base cordless handset is not in use 2 Press V A or REDIAL repeatedly until the desired entry displays 3 Press HOME or 9 CELL or lift the corded handset to dial To delete a redial entry e When the desired redial entry displays press DELETE Join a call in progress You can use the telephone base and a cordless handset or two cordless handsets at a time on a home line call You can buy add
20. eiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone To ensure safety of users the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the product This product has been tested and found to comply with the 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 the hands are maintained at a distance of approximately 20 cm 8 inches or more This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian requirement CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B 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
21. endent Mute The mute function allows you to hear the other party but the other party cannot hear you 1 During a call press MUTE The handset displays Muted The telephone base displays Muted and MUTE light turns on 2 Press MUTE again to resume the conversation Call waiting When you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone service provider you hear an alert tone if there is an incoming call while you are already on another call Call waiting on the home line e Press FLASH to put the current call on hold and take the new call e Press FLASH at any time to switch back and forth between calls Call waiting on the cell line e Press CELL on the cordless handset or FLASH on the telephone base to put the current call on hold and take the new call e Press CELL on the cordless handset or FLASH on the telephone base at any time to switch back and forth between calls Temporary ringer silencing When the telephone is ringing you can temporarily silence the telephone base handset ringer without disconnecting the call The next call rings normally at the preset volume e To silence the handset ringer press OFF or MUTE on the handset X displays and Ringer muted displays briefly e To silence the telephone base ringer press MUTE or CANCEL on the telephone base displays and Ringer muted displays briefly Temporary tone dialing If you have pulse rotary service only you can switch from pulse to ton
22. ess MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to Directory then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Speed dial then press SELECT 4 Scroll to a desired speed dial location then press DELETE The screen displays Clear SD X Press SELECT Caller ID This product supports caller ID services provided by most telephone service providers Depending on your service subscription you may see the caller s name number date and time of calls that are sent by your telephone service provider after the first or second ring Caller ID log The caller ID log stores up to 50 entries If you answer a call before the caller information appears it will not be saved in the caller ID log e The telephone base and cordless handset display XX missed calls when there are calls that have not been reviewed in the caller ID log e If you want to erase the missed call indicator press and hold CANCEL when the telephone base cordless handset is not in use To review and dial a number in the caller ID log 1 Press CID when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to browse through the caller ID log When the desired entry appears e Press QUIET repeatedly to show different dialing options e Press 1 repeatedly if you need to add or remove 1 in front of the phone number 3 To TA the displayed number with a cordless handset press HOME CELL or Q OR To dial the displayed number with the telephone base press HOME CELL or lift the corded handset To
23. ess handset or two cordless handsets 1 Press MENU on the telephone base cordless handset when not in use 2 Press V or A to scroll to Intercom then press SELECT When you have more than one handset use the dialing keys to enter a destination device number 7 for the telephone base or 1 to 5 for HANDSET 1 to HANDSET 5 3 To answer the intercom call with the destination handset press HOME CELL 14 or any dialing key OR To answer the intercom call with the telephone base press HOME CELL any dialing key or lift the corded handset 4 To end the intercom call while using a cordless handset press OFF or return the cordless handset to the handset charger OR To end the intercom call while using the telephone base press HOME when you are using the speakerphone or return the corded handset to the telephone base Answer an incoming call during an intercom call If you receive an outside call during an intercom call there is an alert tone Using a cordless handset e To answer a home call press HOME The intercom call ends automatically e To answer a cell call press OFF to end the intercom call The telephone continues to ring Then press CELL e To end the intercom call without answering the outside call press OFF The intercom call ends and the telephone continues to ring Using the telephone base e To answer a home call press f IHOME to end the intercom call The telephone continues to
24. fault settings are indicated by asterisks Settings menu Description Options Call screening Set whether you hear the callers while they are Screening On leaving messages to you Screening Off Set the number of times the telephone rings 6 5 4 3 2 before the answering system answers Toll saver Remote code Set a two digit security code to access the answering system remotely from any touch tone telephone Msg alert tone Set whether the telephone beeps every Tone Off 10 seconds to alert you of new messages Tone On Recording time Set the recording time for each incoming 3 minutes message 2 minutes 1 minute Voice language Set the language to be used for the voice English prompts in your answering system Frangais 10 Set number of rings You can set the answering system to answer an incoming call after two three four five or six rings or toll saver If you choose toll saver the answering system answers a call after two rings when you have new messages or after four rings when you have no new messages 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to Answering sys then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Ans sys setup then press SELECT 4 Scroll to of rings then press SELECT 5 Press w or A to choose 6 5 4 3 2 or Toll saver and then press SELECT Record your own announcement You can use the preset announcement to answer calls or replace it with your own recorded announcement The ann
25. gh the directory or use the dialing keys to start a name search 3 Nahe the displayed entry with the cordless handset press HOME CELL or OR To dial the displayed entry with the telephone base press HOME CELL or lift the corded handset To edit a directory 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 To delete a directory entry 1 When the desired entry displays press DELETE 2 When the screen displays Delete contact press SELECT To delete all directory entries 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to Directory and then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Del all conts then press SELECT 4 When the screen displays Delete all press SELECT Speed dial You can copy up to nine directory entries into the speed dial locations 0 and 2 9 so that you can dial these numbers via the home line more quickly To assign a speed dial entry 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to Directory then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Speed dial then press SELECT 4 Scroll to a desired speed dial location then press SELECT 5 Scroll to a desired directory entry then press SELECT To dial a speed dial entry e Press and hold a dialing key 0 or 2 9 to dial the number stored in the corresponding location To delete a speed dial entry 1 Pr
26. handsets For more details refer to the user s manual that comes with your DS6601 new handset 11 Are you a new cable or VoIP subscriber If your answer is yes the existing telephone jacks in your home may no longer work Your cable VoIP service provider uses a different connection seperate from your old traditional telephone service to connect the modem router terminal adapter installed in your home To allow all existing telephone jacks to work contact your telephone service provider for solutions such as rewiring services fees may apply If your answer is no your existing telephone jacks will continue to work as normal Conventional OLD telephone line jack iof Main i landline A BF Cable or Internet Modem Router Terminal adapter Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone please try the suggestions below For customer service visit our website at www vtechcanada com or call 1 800 267 7377 cannot add and connect my cell phone to the telephone base e Make sure you have cellular coverage e Make sure your cell phone is compatible with your DS6642 Check the Bluetooth compatibility list at www vtechphones com e Make sure the Bluetooth function of your cell phone is turned on See the user s manual of your cell phone for more information e Make sure that your Bluetooth cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device e To connect your cell ph
27. is interrupted e Potential TV interference Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to televisions and VCRs To minimize or prevent such interference do not place the telephone base of the cordless telephone near or on top of a TV or VCR If interference is experienced moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR often reduces or eliminates the interference e Rechargeable batteries Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to create a short circuit with conducting material such as rings bracelets and keys The battery or conductor may overheat and cause harm Observe proper polarity between the battery and the battery charger e Nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries Dispose of these batteries in a safe manner Do not burn or puncture the battery Like other batteries of this type if burned or punctured they could release caustic material which could cause injury The RBRC seal The RBRC seal on the nickel metal hydride battery indicates that VTech Communications Inc is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives when taken out of 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 s participation in RBRC makes it easy for
28. itional expansion handsets DS6601 for this telephone base You can register up to five handsets to the telephone base e When a device is on a home line call press ff A S HOME or 14 on another cordless handset or lift the corded handset or press AS HOME on the telephone base e To exit the call press OFF on the cordless handset or place it in the handset charger or place the corded handset on the telephone base or press 4 HOME on the telephone base The call continues until all devices hang up Transfer a call While on an outside call you can transfer the call from one system device to another Using a cordless handset 1 During a call press MENU 2 Press Y or A to scroll to Transfer then press SELECT When you have more than one handset use the dialing keys to enter a destination device number 7 for the telephone base or 1 to 5 for HANDSET 1 to HANDSET 5 3 To answer the call on the telephone base or a cordless handset press HOME CELL or any dialing key Using the telephone base 1 During a call press MENU 2 When you have one handset the screen displays Transfer call Press SELECT OR When you have more than one handset use the dialing keys to enter a destination handset number 1 to 5 for HANDSET 1 to HANDSET 5 3 To answer the call on a cordless handset press HOME CELL or any dialing key Intercom Use the intercom features for conversations between the telephone base and a cordl
29. lated 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 Crystal controlled PLL synthesize
30. on cords 13 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions e When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed e If liquid has been spilled onto the product e Ifthe product has been exposed to rain or water e Ifthe product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation e Ifthe product has been dropped and the telephone base and or handset has been damaged e Ifthe product exhibits a distinct change in performance 14 Avoid using a telephone other than cordless during an electrical storm There is a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 15 Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak Under certain circumstances a spark may be created when the adapter is plugged into the power outlet or when the handset is replaced in its cradle This is a common event associated with the closing of any electrical circuit The user should not plug the phone into a power outlet and should not put a charged handset into the cradle if the phone is located in an environment containing concentrations of flammable or flame supporting gases unless there is adequate ventilation A sp
31. one make sure that your cell phone is connected and active on the device list e Remove VTech DS6642 from your cell phone s handsfree device history list see the user s manual of your cell phone for more information e Carefully follow the pairing instructions on page 5 and make sure that your cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device e Turn off your cell phone then turn it on again e For some cell phones you must authorize VTech DS6642 device in your cell phone s Bluetooth feature See the user s manual of your cell phone for more information e Manually connect your cell phone to VTech DS6642 Refer to the user s manual of your cell phone for more information e Reset the telephone base Unplug the unit s electrical power Wait for approximately 15 seconds then plug it back in Repeat the above suggestions The PIN on the telephone base does not work e Make sure you enter the correct PIN The default PIN is 0000 Can the DS6642 help the poor cell phone reception in my house e If your cell phone has poor reception in your home the DS6642 cannot improve the reception However if there is a location in your house with better reception you can leave your cell phone at that location while you use the DS6642 cell line In order for this to work the telephone base must be within 30 feet of the cell phone My telephone does not work at all e Make sure the battery is installed and charged correctly For optimum
32. ouncement can be up to 90 seconds in length 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Press w or A to scroll to Answering sys then press SELECT twice 3 The system announces To play press 2 To record press 7 Then press 7 to record 4 The system announces Record after the tone Press 5 when you are done After the tone speak towards the microphone 5 Press 5 when done Answering system operation Turn the answering system on or off The answering system must be turned on to answer and record messages e Press b ANS ON OFF on the telephone base to turn the built in answering system on or off Message playback at the telephone base e Press gt PLAY when the telephone base is not in use Options during playback e Press VOL A or W VOL to adjust the speaker volume e Press SKIP to skip to the next message e Press REPEAT to repeat the message currently playing Press WREPEAT twice to listen to the previous message e Press X DELETE to delete the playing message The system advances to the next message e Press gt a STOP to stop Call intercept If you want to talk to the person whose message is being recorded e Onacordless handset press HOME or 14 OR e On the telephone base press HOME or lift the corded handset Expand your telephone system You can add new handsets DS6601 purchased separately to your telephone system This telephone system accommodates up to five
33. r Transmit frequency DECT frequency 1921 536 1928 448 MHz Bluetooth frequency 2402 000 2480 000 MHz Channels DECT channel 5 Bluetooth channel 79 Nominal effective Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC Actual operating range may vary range according to environmental conditions at the time of use Power requirements Handset 2 4V Ni MH battery Telephone base 6V DC 400mA Charger 6V AC 300mA Memory Directory 200 memory locations up to 30 digits and 15 characters Caller ID log 50 memory locations up to 24 digits and 15 characters The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by VTech Holdings Limited is under license VTech Holdings Limited is a member of Bluetooth SIG Inc Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners 2014 for VTech Technologies Canada Ltd All rights reserved 12 14 DS6642_CA_ACIB_V8 0 Specifications are subject to change without notice Document order number 91 006101 060 100 16
34. ring Then pie ASHOME To answer a cell call press HOME to end the intercom call The telephone continues to ring Then press CELL To end the intercom call without answering the outside call press HOME The intercom call ends and the telephone continues to ring 8 Directory The directory can store up to 200 entries which are shared by the telephone base and all system handsets To add a directory entry 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to Directory then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Add contact then press SELECT 4 Use the dialing keys to enter the number up to 30 digits OR Copy a number from the redial list by pressing REDIAL and then press YW A or REDIAL repeatedly to select a number Press SELECT 5 Press SELECT to move to the name 6 Use the dialing keys to enter the name up to 15 characters Additional key presses show other characters of that particular key 7 Press SELECT to save While entering names and numbers you can e Press DELETE to backspace and erase a digit or character e Press and hold DELETE to erase the entire entry e Press and hold PAUSE to insert a dialing pause for entering phone numbers only e Press V or A to move the cursor to the left or right e Press 0 to add a space for entering names only To review and dial from the directory Entries are sorted alphabetically 1 Press when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to browse throu
35. rranty 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 or 2 Product that has been damaged due to repair alteration or modification by anyone other than an authorized service representative of VTech or Product to the extent that the problem experienced is caused by signal conditions network reliability or cable or antenna systems or Product to the extent that the problem is caused by use with non VTech accessories or Product whose warranty quality stickers product serial number plates or electronic serial numbers have been removed altered or rendered illegible or 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 or Product returned without a valid proof of purchase see item 2 below or Charges for installation or set up adjustment of customer controls and installation or repair of systems outside the unit oa Ar w ON How do you get warranty service To obtain warranty service please visit our website at 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
36. save a caller ID log entry to the directory 1 When the desired caller ID log entry displays press SELECT 2 Use the dialing keys to modify the number then press SELECT 3 Use the dialing keys to modify the name then press SELECT to save To delete one caller ID log entry e 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 Del all calls and then press SELECT twice About 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 Each alerts you to new messages differently f gt m PLAY STOP on the telephone base flashes and XX new messages displays on the cordless handsets and telephone base there are new messages in the built in answering system It can record up to 59 messages depending on the length of each message Each message can be up to 3 minutes in length The total recording time is approximately 11 minutes e If and New voicemail display on the cordless handsets and the telephone base your telephone service provider is indicating that it has new voicemail for you Contact your telephone service provider for more information on how to access your voicemail Answering system settings De
37. such as early morning or late evening Industry Canada This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone The term IC before the certification registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met The Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this terminal equipment is 1 0 The REN is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the RENs of all the devices does not exceed five This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications 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 warrant
38. sunlight or other electrical devices Protect your phone from moisture dust corrosive liquids and fumes 7 Slots and oponngs in the back or bottom of the telephone base and handset are provided for ventilation To protect them from overheating these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed sofa or rug This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided 8 This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home or office consult your dealer or local power company 9 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not install this product where the cord may be walked on 10 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 Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 11 To reduce the risk of electric shock do not disassemble this product but take it to an authorized service facility Opening or removing parts of the telephone base or handset other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used 12 Do not overload wall outlets and extensi
39. to insert a dialing pause while entering a number Telephone base overview VCID AM e Review the caller ID log when the phone is not in use Scroll down while in a menu or in the directory caller ID log or redial list e Move the cursor to the left when entering numbers or names CANCEL e Silence the base ringer temporarily while the phone is ringing Z e Press and hold to erase the missed call indicator when the phone is not in use e Press to return to the previous menu or a press and hold to IG once voo asa pewa 01 02 Al return to idle mode Z v without making changes e Review the directory when the phone is not in use e Scroll up while in a menu or in the directory caller ID log or redial list e Move the cursor to the right when entering numbers or names MENU SELECT e Show the menu e While in a menu press NSi to select an item or save goara EISEN system an entry or setting vtech IN USE light e On when the phone is in use or when the answering system is answering an incoming call e On when a handset is being registered e Flashes when there is an incoming call e Flashes when handsets are being deregistered e Flashes when another telephone on the same line is in use connect ro IN USE CELL a Se JE 61 62 1 FIND HANDSET FLASH e Answer another incoming c
40. vtech Bluetooth Abridged user s manual Canada version DS6642 4 DS6642 4A DECT 6 0 corded cordless telephone with BLUETOOTH wireless technology kee Telephones identified with this logo have reduced noise and interference N when used with most T coil equipped hearing aids and cochlear implants The TIA 1083 Compliant Logo is a trademark of the Telecommunications eee Industry Association Used under license TIA 1083 Introduction To protect our environment and conserve natural resources this Abridged user s manual provides you with basic installation and use instructions A limited set of features are described in abbreviated form Please refer to the online User s manual for a full set of installation and operation instructions at www vtechcanada com Before using this VTech product please read Important safety instructions on page 13 of this user s manual Parts checklist Your telephone package contains the following items Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary E Corded handset Cordless Telephone handsets 4 line cord Sa A a Telephone base Battery compartment Batteries 4 Handset chargers and power adapter covers 4 charger adapters 4 Quick start guide Abridged user s manual Abridged user s manual Quick start guide Telephone base and handset charger installation Install the telephone base and handset
41. wo beeps The telephone base screen displays Pairing D1 and the 9 1 light blinks 2 Turn on the Bluetooth feature of your cell phone Once your cell phone finds your VTech phone VTech DS6642 press the appropriate key on your cell phone to continue the pairing process e Your cell phone may prompt you to enter the PIN of the telephone base The default PIN of the telephone base is 0000 Download directory 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Scroll to Bluetooth then press SELECT 3 Scroll to Download dir then press SELECT 4 Scroll to select the desired cell phone then press SELECT Using the menu 1 Press MENU when the phone is not in use 2 Press W or A until the screen displays the desired feature menu 3 Press SELECT to enter that menu e To return to the previous menu press CANCEL e To return to idle mode press and hold CANCEL Telephone settings Default settings are indicated by asterisks Settings menu Description Options LCD language Set the screen display language English Frangais lal Set the voicemail number for speed dialing Cir voicemail Turn off the voicemail indicators see the Reset VM Icon note below Key tone Turn an audible beep on or off whenever a Key tone On key is pressed Key tone Off Home area code Set the home area code so that the Home area code caller ID log stores only seven digits for local telephone numbers Dial mode Set the telephone to be touch tone or
42. y 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 15 What is not covered by this limited wa
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