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VTech CS5111 User Manual

VTech CS5111
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Telephone base installation
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (Digital Subscriber Line
- DSL) through your telephone lines, you must install a DSL lter between
the telephone base and the telephone wall jack to prevent noise and caller
ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service
provider for more information about DSL lters.
Use only the power adapters supplied with this product. To order a
replacement, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800)
595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 (800) 267-7377.
The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or
oor mount position.
Getting started
Telephone base
Telephone line cord
Electrical outlet
(not controlled by
a wall switch)
Telephone base
power adapter
Telephone
wall jack
DSL lter (not included)
required if you have
DSL high-speed
Internet service
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VTech CS5111 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCordless Phone
Number of Handsets1
DECT 6.0 TechnologyYes
Caller ID/Call WaitingYes
Phonebook Capacity50 names and numbers
Talk TimeUp to 10 hours
Standby TimeUp to 5 days
Handset SpeakerphoneYes
Last Number RedialYes
MuteYes
Volume ControlYes
ECO Mode Power-Conserving TechnologyYes
ENERGY STARYes
DisplayBacklit LCD
Answering SystemNo
IntercomNo
SpeakerphoneYes
Power RequirementsAC Adapter
ColorBlack
Battery TypeNi-MH
RangeUp to 1, 000 feet

Summary

Getting Started: Parts Checklist

Parts Checklist

Lists all items included in the telephone package for verification and setup.

Telephone Base Installation

DSL Filter Requirement

Explains the need for a DSL filter to prevent interference with high-speed internet.

Battery Installation and Charging

Charging the Handset

Instructions for placing the handset in the base to charge the battery.

Wall Bracket Installation

Preparing for Wall Mount

Details on removing the desktop bracket for wall mounting.

Handset Layout Overview

Keypad Functions

Describes the purpose of each button on the handset.

Indicator Lights and Buttons

Explains the meaning of lights and specific buttons like TALK and VOL.

Telephone Base Layout

IN USE Light

Indicates when the handset is in use or an incoming call.

VOICEMAIL Light

Signals new voicemail messages from the service provider.

FIND HANDSET Button

Used to locate the handset by making it ring.

Telephone Settings

Date and Time Setup

Manual or automatic configuration of the date and time.

Ringer Selection and Volume

Choosing from different ringer tones and adjusting volume levels.

Dial Mode and Home Area Code

Dial Mode Configuration

Setting the phone for touch-tone or rotary dialing service.

Home Area Code Setup

Programming the area code for local call log entries.

Language and Voicemail Settings

Language Settings

Choosing the user interface language from available options.

Clear Voicemail Indicator

Disabling the visual and audible voicemail alerts.

Telephone Operation Basics

Making and Answering Calls

Basic procedures for initiating and receiving calls.

Ending Calls and Volume Control

How to hang up and adjust listening volume during a call.

Redial and Find Handset

Redialing Numbers

Accessing and dialing the last dialed numbers.

Locating the Handset

Using the base to page a misplaced handset.

Directory Management

Storing Directory Entries

Adding new contacts with names and numbers.

Directory Navigation and Editing

Character Chart for Names

Guide for entering names using dial pad keys.

Reviewing Directory Entries

Browsing through stored contacts.

Editing Directory Entries

Modifying existing name and number entries.

Deleting Directory Entries

Removing Specific Entries

Steps to delete individual contacts from the directory.

Speed Dial Management

Copying to Speed Dial

Transferring directory entries to speed dial locations.

Dialing from Directory

Making calls using stored directory numbers.

Storing Speed Dial Entries

Assigning numbers to speed dial memory locations.

Editing Speed Dial Entries

Modifying Speed Dial Numbers

Updating existing speed dial entries with new names or numbers.

Speed Dial Deletion and Reassignment

Deleting Speed Dial Entries

Removing entries from speed dial memory.

Reassigning Speed Dial Locations

Changing the memory slot for a speed dial number.

About Caller ID

Caller ID Service Requirements

Information on subscribing to caller ID and call waiting services.

Call Log Features

Viewing Call History

Accessing and scrolling through the list of incoming calls.

Call Log Display Indicators

Understanding messages like 'PRIVATE NAME' and 'UNKNOWN NUMBER'.

Call Log Dialing and Saving

Dialing from Call Log

Making calls directly from stored call log entries.

Saving Call Log to Directory

Transferring call log entries to the phone's directory.

Deleting From Call Log

Deleting Single Entries

Removing individual calls from the call log.

Deleting All Entries

Clearing the entire call log.

Call Log Display Messages

Interpreting Screen Displays

Understanding messages like PRIVATE NAME and UNKNOWN NUMBER.

Appendix: Handset Display Messages

LOW BATTERY Display

Indicates the battery needs recharging.

CID EMPTY Display

Shows that there are no call log entries.

XX MISSED CALLS Display

Indicates unreviewed calls in the call log.

Appendix: Battery Performance and Care

Operating Times

Expected talk and standby time after charging.

Battery Charging Cautions

Safety advice for handling and charging batteries.

Appendix: Important Safety Instructions

General Usage Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, cleaning, and placement.

Electrical Safety Warnings

Precautions regarding power cords, outlets, and water exposure.

Troubleshooting: Basic Issues

Telephone Not Working

Steps to resolve issues where the phone is completely non-functional.

Low Battery Indicator

Solutions for the LOW BATTERY display.

Battery Charging Problems

Diagnosing why the battery isn't charging.

Troubleshooting: Performance Issues

Short Talk and Standby Time

Addressing reduced battery life.

No Dial Tone

Steps to resolve when no dial tone is present.

No Incoming Ring

Troubleshooting why the phone doesn't ring.

Troubleshooting: Dialing and Interference

Cannot Dial Out

Resolving issues preventing outgoing calls.

Noise or Interference During Calls

Addressing static or dropped calls during conversations.

Troubleshooting: Advanced Issues

Keypad/Button Malfunction

Resolving when buttons do not respond.

Caller ID Not Working Properly

Troubleshooting caller ID service issues.

No Caller ID During Call Waiting

Diagnosing missing caller ID during call waiting.

Troubleshooting: Handset and Service Issues

Handset Beeping or Malfunctioning

Resolving abnormal handset behavior.

Power Failure or Out of Range Display

Addressing handset display of power issues.

Troubleshooting: Common Fixes

Unit Not Responding

General steps for resetting electronic equipment.

Operating Range and Maintenance

Understanding Operating Range

Factors affecting cordless phone range and signal quality.

Care and Cleaning Instructions

Guidelines for maintaining the telephone's condition.

About Cordless Telephones

Information on privacy, power, interference, and batteries.

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Coverage

Details on what the product warranty covers.

Warranty Service Process

How to obtain repair or replacement service.

Warranty Limitations and Rights

Warranty Exclusions

Details on what is not covered by the limited warranty.

State and Provincial Law Rights

Understanding specific legal rights related to the warranty.

Regulatory Compliance: FCC and ACTA

FCC Part 15 Rules

Equipment compliance with radio frequency energy standards.

FCC Part 68 and ACTA

Requirements for connecting to the telephone network.

Regulatory Compliance: Industry Canada

Industry Canada Regulations

Compliance with Canadian radio frequency and interference standards.

The RBRC® Seal

Information on VTech's participation in battery recycling.

Technical Specifications

Frequency, Channels, and Range

Details on operating frequencies, channels, and nominal effective range.

Dimensions, Weight, and Power

Specifications for physical size, weight, and power requirements.

Memory Capacity

Information on directory and call log memory locations.

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