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Philips CD 191
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Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Power Requirements

Details the electrical supply specifications and safety warnings for the product's operation.

Preventing Damage and Malfunction

Lists precautions to prevent product damage, malfunction, and potential hazards.

Operating and Storage Temperatures

Specifies the recommended temperature ranges for operating and storing the device.

Your Phone

What is in the Box

Lists all the items included in the product package for setup and use.

Overview of the Phone Handset

Provides a visual guide to the components and features of the phone handset.

Overview of the Base Station

Details the physical layout and key elements of the phone's base station.

Display Icons

Get Started

Connect the Base Station

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the base station to power and phone lines.

Install the Handset

Instructions for preparing and installing the handset, including battery insertion.

Configure Your Phone (Country Dependent)

Steps to set up the phone based on country or language preferences.

Set the Date and Time

Instructions for configuring the phone's date and time settings.

Change the Remote Access PIN Code

Procedure to change the PIN code for remote access to the answering machine.

Check the Battery Level

How to check the current battery status and indicators.

Charge the Handset

Instructions on how to properly place and charge the handset on the base station.

What is Standby Mode?

Explains the standby mode and what information is displayed on the screen.

Check the Signal Strength

Guidance on how to check the signal strength between handset and base station.

Switch the Handset On or Off

Instructions on how to power the handset on and off.

Calls

Make a Call

Details various methods for initiating a phone call.

Quick Call

Step-by-step guide for making a direct call by dialing the number.

Dial Before You Call

Procedure to dial a number first, then initiate the call.

Redial the Most Recent Number

How to redial the last dialed number from the redial list.

End a Call

Methods for terminating an active phone call.

Answer a Call

Instructions on how to accept an incoming call.

Turn the Speaker On or Off

How to activate or deactivate the speakerphone function during a call.

Mute the Microphone

Procedure to mute or unmute the microphone during a call.

Adjust the Earpiece;Speaker Volume

How to adjust the audio volume during a call.

Make a Second Call

Procedure for initiating a second call while on an existing call.

Answer a Second Call

How to accept an incoming second call while on an active call.

Switch Between Two Calls

Steps to toggle between active calls.

Make a Conference Call with External Callers

Guide to establishing a conference call with multiple participants.

Text and Numbers

Enter Text and Numbers

Detailed steps for inputting characters using the phone keypad.

Switch Between Uppercase and Lowercase

How to toggle between uppercase and lowercase letters during text input.

Phonebook

View the Phonebook

Steps to access and browse the list of saved phone numbers.

Enter the First Character of a Contact

Method to quickly find contacts by typing the first letter of their name.

Call from the Phonebook

How to make a call directly from a contact in the phonebook.

Access the Phonebook During a Call

Procedure to access phonebook contacts while on an active call.

Search a Record

Ways to locate specific contacts within the phonebook.

Scroll the Contact List

Instructions for navigating through the phonebook entries.

Add a Record

Step-by-step guide to adding new contacts to the phonebook.

Edit a Record

How to modify existing contact information in the phonebook.

Delete a Record

Procedure to remove a single contact from the phonebook.

Delete All Records

Instructions for clearing all entries from the phonebook.

Call Log

Call List Type

Setting to filter call log entries by type (incoming/missed).

Select the Call List Type

Steps to configure the call log display settings.

View the Call Records

Procedure to access and review past call history.

Save a Call Record to the Phonebook

How to add a number from the call log to the phonebook.

Return a Call

Steps to redial a number from the call log.

Delete a Call Record

Procedure to remove a single call entry from the log.

Delete All Call Records

Instructions for clearing the entire call history.

Redial List

View the Redial Records

How to display the list of previously dialed numbers.

Redial a Call

Steps to make a call from the redial list.

Save a Call Record to the Phonebook

How to add a number from the redial list to the phonebook.

Delete a Redial Record

Procedure to remove a single entry from the redial list.

Delete All Redial Records

Instructions for clearing the entire redial list.

Phone Settings

Sound Settings

Covers adjustments for ringtone volume, ringtones, and key tones.

Set the Handsets Ringtone Volume

How to adjust the loudness of incoming call alerts.

Set the Handsets Ringtone

Procedure to select a different audible alert for incoming calls.

Set the Key Tone

How to enable or disable audible feedback for key presses.

Set the Docking Tone

Instructions for enabling or disabling the sound when placing the handset on the base.

Name the Handset

How to assign a custom name to the handset.

Set the Date and Time

Procedure to set the current date and time on the phone.

Set the Display Language

How to change the language displayed on the handset screen.

Services

Call List Type

Setting to filter call log entries by type (incoming/missed).

Select the Call List Type

Steps to configure the call log display settings.

Auto Conference

Feature to automatically join an external call with another handset.

Activate;Deactivate Auto Conference

How to enable or disable the automatic conference call feature.

Manage the Carrier Code

Setting to automatically remove carrier codes from incoming numbers.

Manage the Area Code

Setting to automatically remove area codes from incoming numbers.

Activate Auto Removal of the Area Code

Procedure to set up automatic removal of area codes.

Deactivate Auto Removal of the Area Code

How to disable the automatic removal of area codes.

Set Auto Prefix

Procedure to automatically add a prefix to dialed numbers.

Network Type

Setting for selecting the network type supported by the phone.

Auto Prefix

Explanation of how the auto prefix feature formats outgoing calls.

Select the Recall Duration

How to set the time delay for recalling a busy number.

Dial Mode

Information on tone and pulse dial modes used in different countries.

Set the Dial Mode

Steps to select the appropriate dialing mode for your region.

Register the Handsets

Instructions for adding additional handsets to the base station.

Unregister the Handsets

Procedure to remove a handset from the base station.

Telephone Answering Machine

Turn the Answering Machine On or Off

How to activate or deactivate the answering machine.

Through the Base

Method to control the answering machine using the base station button.

Through the Handset

Steps to manage the answering machine via the handset menu.

Set the Answering Machine Language

How to select the language for answering machine announcements.

Set the Answer Mode

Procedure to choose between 'Record also' or 'Answer only' modes.

Announcements

Information about the recorded messages callers hear.

Record an Announcement

Steps to record a personalized announcement for the answering machine.

Listen to the Announcement

How to play back the recorded announcement.

Restore the Default Announcement

Procedure to revert to the phone's original announcement.

Incoming Messages (ICM)

Details on how new voice messages are indicated and accessed.

Listen to the Incoming Messages

How to play back recorded voice messages from callers.

Delete an Incoming Message

Procedure to delete a single received voice message.

Delete All Old Incoming Messages

Instructions for clearing all recorded voice messages.

Set the Ring Delay

How to adjust the number of rings before the answering machine answers.

Remote Access

Instructions for accessing answering machine features remotely.

Activate;Deactivate the Remote Access

How to enable or disable remote access to the answering machine.

Change the PIN Code

Procedure to change the PIN code for remote access.

Access the Answering Machine Remotely

Step-by-step guide to remotely manage messages and settings.

Behavior of the LED Display on the Base Station

Technical Data

Display

Details about the phone's display characteristics.

General Telephone Features

Lists general capabilities and features of the telephone.

Phonebook, Redial List, and Call Log Capacities

Specifies the storage capacity for phonebook, redial, and call log entries.

Battery Specifications

Information about the type and capacity of rechargeable batteries.

Power Adapter Details

Details regarding the specifications of the power adapter.

Power Consumption

Information on the product's power usage in standby mode.

Weight and Dimensions (CD191)

Physical specifications including weight and size for model CD191.

Weight and Dimensions (CD196)

Physical specifications including weight and size for model CD196.

Notice

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with essential requirements and relevant provisions of EU directives.

Use GAP Standard Compliance

Explains the GAP standard and its implications for handset and base station compatibility.

Compliance with EMF

Information on electromagnetic field (EMF) compliance and safety.

Disposal of Your Old Product and Batteries

Guidelines for environmentally responsible disposal of the product and batteries.

Environmental Information

Details about packaging materials and their recyclability.

Frequently Asked Questions

No Signal Bar Displayed on Screen

Troubleshooting steps when the handset shows no signal.

Fail to Register Additional Handsets

Solutions for issues encountered during handset registration.

No Dialing Tone

Troubleshooting steps for the absence of a dialing tone.

No Docking Tone

Troubleshooting steps when the docking tone is not heard.

Cannot Change Voicemail Settings

Guidance on managing voicemail settings with the service provider.

Handset Not Charging

Troubleshooting steps when the handset is not charging.

Bad Audio Quality (Crackles, Echo)

Solutions for poor audio quality issues like crackling or echo.

Handset Does Not Ring

Troubleshooting steps when the handset fails to ring.

Caller ID Does Not Display

Troubleshooting steps when caller ID information is not shown.

Appendix

Text and Number Input Tables

Reference tables showing key mappings for text and number entry.

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Power Requirements

Details the electrical supply specifications and safety warnings for the product's operation.

Preventing Damage and Malfunction

Lists precautions to prevent product damage, malfunction, and potential hazards.

Operating and Storage Temperatures

Specifies the recommended temperature ranges for operating and storing the device.

Your Phone

What is in the Box

Lists all the items included in the product package for setup and use.

Overview of the Phone Handset

Provides a visual guide to the components and features of the phone handset.

Overview of the Base Station

Details the physical layout and key elements of the phone's base station.

Display Icons

Get Started

Connect the Base Station

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the base station to power and phone lines.

Install the Handset

Instructions for preparing and installing the handset, including battery insertion.

Configure Your Phone (Country Dependent)

Steps to set up the phone based on country or language preferences.

Set the Date and Time

Instructions for configuring the phone's date and time settings.

Change the Remote Access PIN Code

Procedure to change the PIN code for remote access to the answering machine.

Check the Battery Level

How to check the current battery status and indicators.

Charge the Handset

Instructions on how to properly place and charge the handset on the base station.

What is Standby Mode?

Explains the standby mode and what information is displayed on the screen.

Check the Signal Strength

Guidance on how to check the signal strength between handset and base station.

Switch the Handset On or Off

Instructions on how to power the handset on and off.

Calls

Make a Call

Details various methods for initiating a phone call.

Quick Call

Step-by-step guide for making a direct call by dialing the number.

Dial Before You Call

Procedure to dial a number first, then initiate the call.

Redial the Most Recent Number

How to redial the last dialed number from the redial list.

End a Call

Methods for terminating an active phone call.

Answer a Call

Instructions on how to accept an incoming call.

Turn the Speaker On or Off

How to activate or deactivate the speakerphone function during a call.

Mute the Microphone

Procedure to mute or unmute the microphone during a call.

Adjust the Earpiece;Speaker Volume

How to adjust the audio volume during a call.

Make a Second Call

Procedure for initiating a second call while on an existing call.

Answer a Second Call

How to accept an incoming second call while on an active call.

Switch Between Two Calls

Steps to toggle between active calls.

Make a Conference Call with External Callers

Guide to establishing a conference call with multiple participants.

Text and Numbers

Enter Text and Numbers

Detailed steps for inputting characters using the phone keypad.

Switch Between Uppercase and Lowercase

How to toggle between uppercase and lowercase letters during text input.

Phonebook

View the Phonebook

Steps to access and browse the list of saved phone numbers.

Enter the First Character of a Contact

Method to quickly find contacts by typing the first letter of their name.

Call from the Phonebook

How to make a call directly from a contact in the phonebook.

Access the Phonebook During a Call

Procedure to access phonebook contacts while on an active call.

Search a Record

Ways to locate specific contacts within the phonebook.

Scroll the Contact List

Instructions for navigating through the phonebook entries.

Add a Record

Step-by-step guide to adding new contacts to the phonebook.

Edit a Record

How to modify existing contact information in the phonebook.

Delete a Record

Procedure to remove a single contact from the phonebook.

Delete All Records

Instructions for clearing all entries from the phonebook.

Call Log

Call List Type

Setting to filter call log entries by type (incoming/missed).

Select the Call List Type

Steps to configure the call log display settings.

View the Call Records

Procedure to access and review past call history.

Save a Call Record to the Phonebook

How to add a number from the call log to the phonebook.

Return a Call

Steps to redial a number from the call log.

Delete a Call Record

Procedure to remove a single call entry from the log.

Delete All Call Records

Instructions for clearing the entire call history.

Redial List

View the Redial Records

How to display the list of previously dialed numbers.

Redial a Call

Steps to make a call from the redial list.

Save a Call Record to the Phonebook

How to add a number from the redial list to the phonebook.

Delete a Redial Record

Procedure to remove a single entry from the redial list.

Delete All Redial Records

Instructions for clearing the entire redial list.

Phone Settings

Sound Settings

Covers adjustments for ringtone volume, ringtones, and key tones.

Set the Handsets Ringtone Volume

How to adjust the loudness of incoming call alerts.

Set the Handsets Ringtone

Procedure to select a different audible alert for incoming calls.

Set the Key Tone

How to enable or disable audible feedback for key presses.

Set the Docking Tone

Instructions for enabling or disabling the sound when placing the handset on the base.

Name the Handset

How to assign a custom name to the handset.

Set the Date and Time

Procedure to set the current date and time on the phone.

Set the Display Language

How to change the language displayed on the handset screen.

Services

Call List Type

Setting to filter call log entries by type (incoming/missed).

Select the Call List Type

Steps to configure the call log display settings.

Auto Conference

Feature to automatically join an external call with another handset.

Activate;Deactivate Auto Conference

How to enable or disable the automatic conference call feature.

Manage the Carrier Code

Setting to automatically remove carrier codes from incoming numbers.

Manage the Area Code

Setting to automatically remove area codes from incoming numbers.

Activate Auto Removal of the Area Code

Procedure to set up automatic removal of area codes.

Deactivate Auto Removal of the Area Code

How to disable the automatic removal of area codes.

Set Auto Prefix

Procedure to automatically add a prefix to dialed numbers.

Network Type

Setting for selecting the network type supported by the phone.

Auto Prefix

Explanation of how the auto prefix feature formats outgoing calls.

Select the Recall Duration

How to set the time delay for recalling a busy number.

Dial Mode

Information on tone and pulse dial modes used in different countries.

Set the Dial Mode

Steps to select the appropriate dialing mode for your region.

Register the Handsets

Instructions for adding additional handsets to the base station.

Unregister the Handsets

Procedure to remove a handset from the base station.

Telephone Answering Machine

Turn the Answering Machine On or Off

How to activate or deactivate the answering machine.

Through the Base

Method to control the answering machine using the base station button.

Through the Handset

Steps to manage the answering machine via the handset menu.

Set the Answering Machine Language

How to select the language for answering machine announcements.

Set the Answer Mode

Procedure to choose between 'Record also' or 'Answer only' modes.

Announcements

Information about the recorded messages callers hear.

Record an Announcement

Steps to record a personalized announcement for the answering machine.

Listen to the Announcement

How to play back the recorded announcement.

Restore the Default Announcement

Procedure to revert to the phone's original announcement.

Incoming Messages (ICM)

Details on how new voice messages are indicated and accessed.

Listen to the Incoming Messages

How to play back recorded voice messages from callers.

Delete an Incoming Message

Procedure to delete a single received voice message.

Delete All Old Incoming Messages

Instructions for clearing all recorded voice messages.

Set the Ring Delay

How to adjust the number of rings before the answering machine answers.

Remote Access

Instructions for accessing answering machine features remotely.

Activate;Deactivate the Remote Access

How to enable or disable remote access to the answering machine.

Change the PIN Code

Procedure to change the PIN code for remote access.

Access the Answering Machine Remotely

Step-by-step guide to remotely manage messages and settings.

Behavior of the LED Display on the Base Station

Technical Data

Display

Details about the phone's display characteristics.

General Telephone Features

Lists general capabilities and features of the telephone.

Phonebook, Redial List, and Call Log Capacities

Specifies the storage capacity for phonebook, redial, and call log entries.

Battery Specifications

Information about the type and capacity of rechargeable batteries.

Power Adapter Details

Details regarding the specifications of the power adapter.

Power Consumption

Information on the product's power usage in standby mode.

Weight and Dimensions (CD191)

Physical specifications including weight and size for model CD191.

Weight and Dimensions (CD196)

Physical specifications including weight and size for model CD196.

Notice

Declaration of Conformity

States compliance with essential requirements and relevant provisions of EU directives.

Use GAP Standard Compliance

Explains the GAP standard and its implications for handset and base station compatibility.

Compliance with EMF

Information on electromagnetic field (EMF) compliance and safety.

Disposal of Your Old Product and Batteries

Guidelines for environmentally responsible disposal of the product and batteries.

Environmental Information

Details about packaging materials and their recyclability.

Frequently Asked Questions

No Signal Bar Displayed on Screen

Troubleshooting steps when the handset shows no signal.

Fail to Register Additional Handsets

Solutions for issues encountered during handset registration.

No Dialing Tone

Troubleshooting steps for the absence of a dialing tone.

No Docking Tone

Troubleshooting steps when the docking tone is not heard.

Cannot Change Voicemail Settings

Guidance on managing voicemail settings with the service provider.

Handset Not Charging

Troubleshooting steps when the handset is not charging.

Bad Audio Quality (Crackles, Echo)

Solutions for poor audio quality issues like crackling or echo.

Handset Does Not Ring

Troubleshooting steps when the handset fails to ring.

Caller ID Does Not Display

Troubleshooting steps when caller ID information is not shown.

Appendix

Text and Number Input Tables

Reference tables showing key mappings for text and number entry.

Philips CD 191 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCordless Telephone
GAP compatibleYes
Range (Indoor)Up to 50 meters
Range (Outdoor)Up to 300 meters
Display Number of ColorsMonochrome
Phonebook Capacity50 entries
Ringtones10
Ringer TypePolyphonic
Caller IDYes
SpeakerphoneYes
VIP Group ManagementNo
Microphone MuteYes
IntercomYes
Answering MachineNo
Number of Handsets1
FrequencyDECT
DisplayLCD

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