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VTech DS6151 User Manual

VTech DS6151
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User’s manual
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Models:
DS6151/DS6151-11/
DS6151-2
BC

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VTech DS6151 Specifications

General IconGeneral
DECT 6.0 TechnologyYes
Digital Answering SystemYes
Caller ID/Call WaitingYes
IntercomYes
Conference Call CapabilityYes
Backlit Keypad and DisplayYes
BrandVTech
ModelDS6151
TypeCordless Telephone
SpeakerphoneYes
DisplayLCD
Phonebook Memory50 names and numbers
Frequency1.9 GHz
Handset SpeakerphoneYes
Headset JackYes
Battery LifeUp to 7 hours talk time

Summary

Congratulations

About ENERGY STAR Program

Recognizes energy-saving products and encourages environmental protection with its label.

Hearing Aid Compatibility

Explains the TIA-1083 Compliant Logo for reduced noise with hearing aids.

Getting Started

Parts Checklist

Lists all items included in the VTech telephone package for setup.

Telephone Base Installation

Connecting to a 2-Line Jack

Instructions for installing the telephone base using a 2-line wall jack.

Telephone Base Installation (Continued)

Connecting to Separate Line Jacks

Guide for installing the base with separate wall jacks for each line.

Charger Installation

Steps for plugging in the telephone base power adapter.

Battery Installation and Charging

Installing the Handset Battery

Step-by-step guide for inserting the battery into the handset.

Charging the Handset Battery

Instructions and indicators for charging the handset battery in the base.

Battery Charging Performance

Belt Clip and Optional Headset

Handset Layout

Handset Layout Details

Telephone Base Layout

Telephone Base Layout Details

Handset Settings

Accessing Handset Settings

Guide to navigate the settings menu for various handset configurations.

Changing Handset LCD Language

Steps to select the display language for the handset screen.

Clear Voicemail Indicator (Handset)

Handset Key Tone and Date/Time Settings

Setting Handset Key Tone

Instructions to turn the key tone feature on or off for the handset.

Setting Handset Date and Time

Procedure to manually adjust the date and time on the handset for message playback.

Handset Home Area Code and Dial Mode

Configuring Handset Home Area Code

Setting the home area code for accurate local call logging.

Changing Handset Dial Mode

Switching the handset's dialing mode between Tone and Pulse.

Handset Ringer Settings

Adjusting Handset Ringer Volume

How to set the ringer volume or turn it off for the handset.

Selecting Handset Ringer Tone

Choosing a specific ringer tone for each line on the handset.

Telephone Base Settings

Accessing Base Settings

Guide to navigate the settings menu on the telephone base.

Changing Base LCD Language

Steps to select the display language for the telephone base screen.

Clear Voicemail Indicator (Base)

Base Key Tone and Date/Time Settings

Setting Base Key Tone

Instructions to turn the key tone feature on or off for the base.

Setting Base Date and Time

Procedure to manually adjust the date and time on the base.

Base Home Area Code and Dial Mode

Configuring Base Home Area Code

Setting the home area code for accurate local call logging on the base.

Changing Base Dial Mode

Switching the base's dialing mode between Tone and Pulse.

Telephone Base Ringer Settings

Adjusting Base Ringer Volume

How to set the ringer volume or turn it off for the telephone base.

Selecting Base Ringer Tone

Choosing a specific ringer tone for each line on the base.

Answering System Setup

Answering System ON/OFF Control

Guide for turning the answering system on or off using either the handset or base.

Answering System Call Screening

Answering System Announcement

Playing Your Announcement

Steps to listen to the preset or recorded announcement on the answering system.

Recording Your Own Announcement

Recording Your Own Announcement (Continued)

Deleting Your Announcement

Answering System Number of Rings

Answering System Remote Access Code

Answering System Message Alert Tone

Telephone Operation: Basic Call Handling

Making, Answering, and Ending Calls

Core procedures for interacting with phone calls using the handset and base.

Telephone Operation: Call Features

Call Waiting and Speakerphone Usage

Managing incoming calls during an active call and using the speakerphone function.

Volume Control and Ringer Silence

Adjusting listening volume and temporarily muting the ringer.

Telephone Operation: Call Management

Using the Mute and Hold Functions

How to mute the microphone during calls and place calls on hold.

Telephone Operation: Advanced Features

Temporary Tone Dialing

Switching to tone dialing for accessing services during a call.

Using the Handset Locator

Function to find a misplaced handset by paging it.

Telephone Operation: Chain Dialing

Telephone Operation: Redial List

Reviewing and Dialing Redial Entries

Accessing and making calls from the redial list.

Telephone Operation: Redial List Management

Saving Redial Entries to Directory

Instructions to save numbers from the redial list into the directory.

Deleting Redial Entries

Steps for removing entries from the redial list.

Telephone Operation: Multiple Handsets and Intercom

Using Multiple System Handsets

How to join existing calls with additional handsets or the base.

Initiating Intercom Calls

Procedures for starting internal conversations between handsets or with the base.

Telephone Operation: Intercom Functions

Managing Intercom Calls

Steps to answer, silence, and end intercom calls from the base.

Telephone Operation: Handling Calls During Intercom

Telephone Operation: Transferring Calls

Telephone Operation: Call Transfer Process

Telephone Operation: Call Sharing and Conferencing

Sharing an Outside Call

How to allow other users to join an ongoing external call.

Conferencing Line 1 and Line 2 Calls

Steps to combine calls from two lines into a conference call.

Telephone Operation: Conference Call Management

Initiating Intercom During Conference

How to start an intercom call while on a conference call.

Ending a Conference Call

Various methods to terminate a conference call.

Telephone Operation: Handling Incoming Calls During Conference

Telephone Operation: Directory Management

Creating New Directory Entries

Step-by-step guide to add new contacts to the telephone directory.

Telephone Operation: Directory Entry Creation

Telephone Operation: Character Chart for Names

Telephone Operation: Reviewing and Searching Directory

Reviewing Directory Entries

How to browse through the stored contact list.

Alphabetical Directory Search

Method to quickly find contacts by entering letters.

Telephone Operation: Editing Directory Entries

Telephone Operation: Deleting Directory Entries

Telephone Operation: Speed Dial Management

Storing Speed Dial Entries

Assigning frequently called numbers to speed dial locations.

Telephone Operation: Speed Dial Operations

Reviewing Speed Dial Entries

Viewing the list of assigned speed dial numbers.

Dialing Using Speed Dial

Procedures for making calls using the speed dial feature.

Telephone Operation: Editing Speed Dial Entries

Telephone Operation: Managing Speed Dial Assignments

Reassigning Speed Dial Entries

How to change the number associated with a speed dial location.

Deleting Speed Dial Entries

Steps to remove entries from the speed dial list.

Telephone Operation: Caller ID Information

Telephone Operation: Caller ID History and Call Log

Reviewing Caller ID History

Accessing and viewing the list of incoming calls with caller ID data.

Missed Calls Indicator

Understanding the notification for unreviewed incoming calls.

Telephone Operation: Call Log and Memory Match

Memory Match Feature

How directory matches are displayed for incoming calls.

Reviewing the Call Log

Steps to access and browse the history of incoming calls.

Telephone Operation: Call Log Dialing

Preparing Call Log Entries for Dialing

Adjusting number formats for dialing from call log entries.

Dialing from the Call Log

Making calls directly from entries in the call log.

Telephone Operation: Saving Call Log to Directory

Telephone Operation: Call Log Management

Deleting Call Log Entries

Procedures for removing individual or all entries from the call log.

Call Log Display Messages

Explanation of common messages shown in the call log display.

Answering System and Voicemail

Differentiating Answering System and Voicemail

Understanding the distinct functions of the built-in system and provider voicemail.

Answering System Message Capacity

Information on the storage limits for messages and memos.

Answering System Notifications and Call Intercept

New Message Indication

Explains icons indicating new messages from the answering system or provider.

Call Intercept Function

How to listen to a caller and interrupt their message.

Answering System Message Playback

Deleting All Answering System Messages

Recording and Playing Memos

Answering System Remote Access

Appendix: Screen Display Messages

Appendix: More Screen Display Messages

Appendix: Handset and Base Indicators

Appendix: Handset Screen Icons

Appendix: Telephone Base Screen Icons

Appendix: Expanding Your Telephone System

Appendix: Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting: Phone Not Working or No Dial Tone

Solutions for issues where the phone is unresponsive or lacks a dial tone.

Appendix: Troubleshooting Handset and Dialing Problems

Troubleshooting: Handset Registration and Dialing

Steps for re-registering a handset and resolving dialing problems.

Troubleshooting: Battery and Charging Issues

Solutions for low battery warnings and battery not charging.

Appendix: Troubleshooting Indicator and Ringing Issues

Troubleshooting: Charge Light Off or No Ringing

Solutions for when the charging light is off or the phone does not ring.

Troubleshooting: Handset Beeping or Abnormal Operation

Steps to resolve issues with the handset beeping or operating abnormally.

Appendix: Important Safety Instructions

Appendix: Safety Precautions and Cordless Phone Considerations

Pacemaker User Safety Guidelines

Safety recommendations for users with implanted cardiac pacemakers.

Cordless Telephone Usage Advice

Information on privacy, power, and interference for cordless phones.

Appendix: Operating Range and Maintenance

Understanding Operating Range

Factors affecting communication distance and how to handle out-of-range situations.

Telephone Maintenance Guidelines

Instructions for cleaning, avoiding water damage, and care during electrical storms.

Appendix: Battery Recycling Information

Appendix: FCC Part 15 Compliance

Appendix: FCC Part 68, ACTA, and Industry Canada Compliance

FCC Part 68 and ACTA Requirements

Rules for connecting equipment to the telephone network and modular jacks.

Industry Canada Compliance

Compliance requirements for wireless devices under Industry Canada standards.

Appendix: California Energy Commission Battery Charging Testing

Appendix: C-UL Compliance Safety Measures

Appendix: C-UL Compliance Safety Precautions

Appendix: Cordless Phone Considerations (C-UL)

Appendix: Limited Warranty Coverage

Appendix: Obtaining Warranty Service

Appendix: Warranty Limitations and Rights

Other Limited Warranty Exclusions

Specific conditions and damages not covered by the limited warranty.

State and Provincial Law Rights

Information on legal rights that may vary by geographical location.

Appendix: Technical Specifications

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