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VTech CS6199-4 User Manual

VTech CS6199-4
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Complete user’s manual
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Models:
CS6199-4/CS6199-42
BC

Table of Contents

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VTech CS6199-4 Specifications

Frequency IconFrequency
transmit frequency (handset)1921.536-1928.448 MHz
transmit frequency (telephone base)1921.536-1928.448 MHz
channels5
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
handset battery2.4V Ni-MH
telephone base power6V DC @ 400mA
charger power6V AC @ 300mA
Memory IconMemory
handset directory capacity50 memory locations
handset directory digitsup to 30 digits
handset directory characters15 characters

Summary

Getting Started

Parts Checklist

Lists items included in the telephone package: handsets, base, chargers, and cords.

Telephone Base and Charger Installation

Explains how to connect the telephone base and charger to power and telephone line.

Battery Installation

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the handset battery.

Battery Charging

Details how to charge the handset battery and indicates battery status.

Cable or VoIP Subscriber Setup

Discusses setup for new cable or VoIP service subscribers.

Voicemail Service Integration

Explains how the phone interacts with service provider voicemail and its own answering system.

Handset Layout

Identifies and explains the functions of handset buttons and features.

Telephone Base Layout

Identifies and explains the functions of telephone base buttons and indicators.

Telephone Settings

Using the Menu

Explains how to navigate the handset's menu to change settings.

Handset Ringer Volume

Describes how to adjust the ringer volume on the handset.

Telephone Base Ringer Volume

Explains how to adjust the ringer volume on the telephone base.

Ringer Tone Selection

Details how to select different ringer tones for the handset.

Quiet Mode

Explains how to activate and use the quiet mode for a set duration.

Set Date and Time

Instructions for setting the date and time for the answering system.

LCD Language

Guides on how to change the display language on the handset.

Voicemail Number Setup

Instructions for setting the voicemail number for quick access.

Clear Voicemail Indicators

How to manually clear voicemail indicators on the handset.

Key Tone Settings

How to turn audible key press tones on or off.

Home Area Code

Setting the home area code for caller ID log entries.

Dial Mode

How to switch between touch-tone and pulse dialing modes.

Telephone Operation

Make a Call

Basic instructions for initiating a phone call.

Predial a Call

How to dial a number before activating the call.

Answer a Call

How to receive an incoming call.

End a Call

How to terminate an active phone call.

Speakerphone Usage

How to use the speakerphone function during a call.

Volume Control

How to adjust listening volume and ringer volume.

Mute Function

How to use the mute function to silence the microphone during a call.

Call Waiting

How to handle incoming calls when already on a call.

Temporary Ringer Silencing

How to temporarily silence the ringer of the handset or base.

Temporary Tone Dialing

How to temporarily switch to tone dialing for services.

Redial and Redial List

How to redial numbers and manage the redial list.

Check Voicemail

How to access the service provider's voicemail.

Chain Dialing

Dialing sequences from stored numbers while on a call.

Find Handset

How to locate missing handsets by paging them.

VTech Website

Displays the VTech website address for product information.

Transfer a Call

How to transfer an ongoing call to another handset.

Multiple Handset Use

Join a Call in Progress

How to join an existing outside call with another handset.

Intercom Calls

How to make calls between handsets for internal communication.

Handling Calls During Intercom

How to manage outside calls while in an intercom conversation.

Call Transfer via Intercom

How to transfer an outside call to another handset using intercom.

Directory

About the Directory

Information on directory capacity, sharing, and limitations.

Add Directory Entry

Step-by-step guide to adding contacts to the directory.

Review and Dial from Directory

How to find and call contacts stored in the directory.

Alphabetical Directory Search

How to search the directory alphabetically by name.

Edit Directory Entry

How to modify existing entries in the directory.

Delete Directory Entry

How to remove contacts from the directory.

Speed Dial Overview

Overview of speed dial functionality and limitations.

Assign Speed Dial Entry

How to assign directory entries to speed dial locations.

Reassign Speed Dial Entry

How to change the speed dial assignment for a location.

Dial Speed Dial Number

How to make calls using speed dial numbers.

Delete Speed Dial Entry

How to remove entries from speed dial locations.

Caller ID

About Caller ID

General information about the caller ID service and its capabilities.

Caller ID with Call Waiting

Details on using caller ID concurrently with call waiting service.

Caller ID Log

Information on storing, viewing, and managing caller ID entries.

Missed Call Indicator

How the phone indicates and manages missed calls.

Caller ID Memory Match

How caller ID names match directory entries for easier identification.

Review and Dial from Caller ID Log

How to view and call back numbers from the caller ID log.

View Dialing Options

Options for formatting numbers dialed from the caller ID log.

Save Caller ID Entry to Directory

How to save a caller ID log entry into the phone's directory.

Delete Caller ID Log Entries

How to remove individual or all entries from the caller ID log.

Caller ID Log Screen Messages

Explains various messages displayed in the caller ID log.

Answering System Settings

Answering System Overview

Overview of the answering system features and controls.

Record Your Own Announcement

Steps to record a personalized greeting for the answering system.

Play the Announcement

How to listen to the current greeting announcement.

Delete Your Announcement

How to delete a recorded personalized greeting.

Answer On/Off

How to turn the answering system on or off via handset or base.

Call Screening

How to listen to incoming messages as they are recorded.

Number of Rings Setting

How to set the number of rings before the answering system answers.

Remote Access Code

How to set a security code for remote access to the answering system.

Message Alert Tone

How to enable an audible alert for new messages.

Recording Time Limit

How to set the maximum recording time for messages.

Answering System Operation

Answering System vs. Voicemail

Distinguishes between built-in answering system and service provider voicemail.

Using Answering System and Voicemail Together

How to coordinate the phone's answering system with provider voicemail.

Message Capacity

Information on the number of messages and total storage capacity.

New Message Indication

How new messages are indicated on the handset and base.

Call Screening Details

Detailed steps for screening calls at the base or handset.

Call Intercept

How to interrupt a message recording to speak to the caller.

Message Playback

Instructions for playing back recorded messages from the base or handset.

Delete All Messages

How to delete all old or reviewed messages.

Record, Play, or Delete Memos

How to use the answering system for personal memos.

Message Window Displays

Explains the various displays on the telephone base message window.

Remote Access to Answering System

How to access and control the answering system remotely via phone.

Appendix

Screen Messages

Lists and explains various messages that can appear on the handset screen.

Handset and Base Indicators

Explains the meaning of lights and icons on the base and handsets.

Battery Information

Information on battery life, charging, and precautions.

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common telephone problems like no dial tone or non-working phone.

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety precautions for using the telephone equipment.

Pacemaker Precautions

Safety advice for users with implanted cardiac pacemakers.

Operating Range

Information on the cordless phone's communication range.

ECO Mode

Explanation of the power-saving ECO mode.

Energy-Saving Charging Mode

How to activate and deactivate the energy-saving charging mode.

Maintenance

General care and cleaning instructions for the telephone.

Limited Warranty

Details the product's limited warranty coverage and terms.

FCC, ACTA, and IC Regulations

Regulatory compliance information for FCC, ACTA, and IC.

Technical Specifications

Lists technical details like frequency, channels, and power requirements.

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