V-tech TL8901 User manual

User’s manual
TL86109
DECT 6.0 2-line
corded/cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology

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Congratulations
on purchasing your new AT&T product. Before using this AT&T product, please
read Important safety information on pages 151-152 of this user’s manual.
Please thoroughly read the user’s manual for all the feature operations and
troubleshooting information you need to install and operate your new AT&T
product. You can also visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or
call 1 [phone]. In Canada, dial 1 [phone].
This telephone meets the California Energy Commission regulations for
energy consumption. Your telephone is set up to comply with the energy-
conserving standards right out of the box. No further action is necessary.
Telephones identied with this logo have reduced noise
and interference when used with most T-coil equipped
hearing aids and cochlear implants. The TIA-1083 Compliant
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Association. Used under license.
Model number: TL86109 (one handset)
Type: DECT 6.0 2-line corded/cordless telephone/
answering system with BluetoothRwireless technology
Serial number:
Purchase date:
Place of purchase:
Both the model and serial numbers of your AT&T product can be found on the
bottom of the telephone base.

Parts checklist
Your telephone package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt
and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
Telephone line cords
(one black and one clear)
Power adapter for
telephone base
Cordless handset
Telephone base Charger for cordless
handset with power
adapter installed
Battery for cordless
handset
Battery compartment
cover
User’s manual Quick start guide
Belt clip for
cordless handset
Corded handset
with coiled handset
cord attached
BY 1021
BT183342/BT283342 2.4V 400mAh Ni-MH
User’s manual
TL86109
DECT 6.0 2-line
corded/cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology
Quick start guide
TL86109
DECT 6.0 2-line
corded/cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology

User’s manual
TL86109
DECT 6.0 2-line
corded/cordless telephone/
answering system with
BLUETOOTH® wireless technology
Table of contents
Getting started
Quick reference guide - handset......... 1
Quick reference guide -
telephone base................................................3
Handset main menu.....................................5
Telephone base main menu....................6
Installation ..........................................................7
Telephone base installation....................8
Charger installation &
data port use.................................................. 10
Battery installation and charging .....11
Battery charging...........................................12
Belt clip & optional headset..................13
Bluetooth
Introducing Bluetooth ............................. 14
Glossary of terms.........................................15
Bluetooth setup............................................16
Pair a cell phone......................................16
Pair a headset.......................................... 18
Paired devices.............................................20
Rename a paired device...................20
Remove a paired device ....................21
View information of a paired
device.............................................................21
Active devices.............................................22
Review the active devices list....... 22
Connect/disconnect an active
device............................................................ 23
Replace an active device..................24
Add a device on the active
devices list.................................................. 25
Remove a device from the
active devices list..................................26
View information of an active
device............................................................26
Change PIN................................................ 27
Download directory.............................28
Interruption to directory
download....................................................29
View the directory download
information...............................................30
Telephone settings
Handset settings..........................................31
Ringer volume..........................................31
Ringer tone................................................ 32
LCD language........................................... 32
Line preference ...................................... 33
Display alerts............................................ 33
Key tone ......................................................36
Set date/time.......................................... 37
Use caller ID to automatically
set date and time..................................38
Dial mode ...................................................38
Website ........................................................38
Home area code ....................................39
Cell area code ..........................................40
Telephone base settings.........................41
Ringer volume..........................................41
Ringer tone................................................42
LCD language...........................................42
Line preference ......................................43
Display alerts............................................43
Key tone ......................................................46
Set date/time..........................................47
Use caller ID to automatically
set date and time..................................48
Dial mode ...................................................48

Website ........................................................49
Home area code ....................................49
Cell area code..........................................50
Answering system settings...................51
Announcement........................................51
Answer ON/OFF.....................................59
Call screening............................................61
Number of rings.....................................62
Remote access code...........................63
Message alert tone..............................64
Recording time.......................................65
Telephone operation
Make, answer and end a call ................66
Make, answer or end a call on
line 1 or line 2............................................66
Call waiting on line 1 or line 2
call ...................................................................68
Make, answer or end a cell
call ..................................................................68
Call waiting on the cell line.............69
Answer an incoming cell call
while on line 1 or line 2.......................70
Answer an incoming call on
line 1 or line 2 while on a cell
call ....................................................................71
Conference calls........................................... 72
Conference calls on line 1 and
line 2............................................................... 72
Answer an incoming call on
line 1 or line 2 during a
conference call........................................ 73
Conference call on line 1 or
line 2 with a cell call..............................74
Options while on calls .............................. 75
Speakerphone......................................... 75
Dial-in-Base Speakerphone........... 75
Volume control....................................... 75
Silencing the ringer ............................. 75
Mute............................................................... 76
Temporary tone dialing .................... 76
Hold ................................................................ 77
Equalizer...................................................... 77
Chain dialing.............................................78
Redial ...................................................................80
Review the redial list...........................80
Dial a redial entry..................................80
Save a redial entry to the
directory.......................................................81
Delete a redial entry............................82
Handset locator............................................83
Multiple handset use
Share an outside call.................................84
Join a call in progress .........................84
Intercom............................................................85
Call transfer using intercom................89
Directory
About the directory...................................92
Create and review entries.....................93
Create a new entry in the
home directory.......................................93
Add a predialed telephone
number to the directory ..................96
Review the directory...........................98
3-character alphabetical
search............................................................99
Dial, edit or delete a directory......... 100
Dial a directory entry....................... 100
Edit a directory entry ....................... 101
Edit the type of a directory
entry.............................................................103
Delete a directory entry.................103
Remove a downloaded
directory................................................... 104
Speed dial directory................................105
Store a speed dial directory
entry.............................................................105
Review the speed dial
directory....................................................106
Dial a speed dial entry......................106
Reassign a speed dial entry .........106
Delete a speed dial entry...............107
Caller ID
About caller ID............................................ 108
Information about caller ID
with call waiting .................................. 108
Table of contents

Caller ID operation....................................109
How the caller ID history
(call log) works......................................109
Missed call indicator..........................109
Memory match.....................................110
Review the call log.............................. 110
View dialing options...........................112
Dial a call log entry..............................112
Save a call log entry to the
directory.....................................................113
Delete from the call log...................115
Reasons for missing caller ID
information............................................. 116
Answering system
About the answering system.............117
Answering system and
voicemail....................................................117
Answering system new
message indication............................ 118
Message capacity ............................... 118
Voice prompts....................................... 118
Call screening......................................... 119
Call intercept.......................................... 119
Temporarily turning o the
message alert tone............................ 119
Message playback.....................................120
Delete all old messages..................122
Record, play and delete
memos .......................................................123
Remote access............................................125
To remotely access the
answering system...............................125
Remote commands...........................125
Appendix
Handset screen icons.............................126
Telephone base screen icons............127
Alert tones and lights.............................128
Handset alert tones ..........................128
Telephone base alert tones.........128
Handset indicator lights.................128
Telephone base indicator
lights ............................................................129
Screen messages......................................130
Display screen messages ..............130
Adding and using a DECT 6.0
cordless headset (optional)...............133
Add a DECT 6.0 cordless headset
to your telephone system
(optional)..................................................133
Expand your telephone system ......135
Add and register a handset
(optional)..................................................135
Replace a handset ....................................136
Troubleshooting......................................... 137
Maintenance.................................................150
Important safety information...........151
Safety information..............................151
Especially about corded
telephones...............................................152
Precautions for users of
implanted cardiac
pacemakers ............................................152
Pacemaker patients..........................152
Especially about telephone
answering systems............................152
For C-UL compliance...............................153
Mesures de sécurité
importantes............................................153
FCC Part 68 and ACTA............................156
FCC Part 15..................................................... 157
California Energy Commission
battery charging testing
instructions ...................................................158
Limited warranty .......................................159
Technical specications........................ 161
DECT 6.0 digital technology......... 161
Telephone operating range......... 161
Extended range and clarity.......... 161
Index
Index...................................................................162
Table of contents

1
1 LINE/FLASH
Press 1 LINE/FLASH to make or
answer a call on line 1 (page 66).
During a call, press to answer
an incoming call on line 1 when
you receive a call waiting alert
(page 68).
Quick reference guide - handset
CHARGE light (blue ring around
DIR/ /VOL/ /CID)
On when the handset is charging
in the charger.
DIR/ /VOL
Press to scroll up while in menus.
Press to increase the volume
level during a call (page 75).
Press to show directory entries
when the telephone is not in
use (page 98).
While entering names or
numbers, press to move the
cursor to the right.
VOL/ /CID
Press to scroll down while
in menus.
Press to decrease the volume
level during a call (page 75).
Press to show the caller ID
history when the telephone is
not in use (page 110).
While entering names or
numbers, press to move the
cursor to the le.
TONE
Press to switch to tone dialing
temporarily during a call if you
have pulse service (page 76).
CELL
Press to make or answer a cell
call (page 68).
Flashes quickly when there is
an incoming cell call.
Flashes slowly when a cell call
is on hold. 2 LINE/FLASH
Press 2 LINE/FLASH to make or
answer a call on line 2 (page 66).
During a call, press to answer
an incoming call on line 2 when
you receive a call waiting alert
(page 68).
1
While reviewing a caller ID
history entry, press repeatedly
to add or remove 1 in front of
the telephone number before
dialing or saving it in the
directory (page 112).
OFF/CLEAR
While using menus, press to
cancel an operation, back up to
the previous menu, or exit the
menu display (page 5).
Press and hold to return to
idle mode.
While entering names or
numbers, press to delete a digit
or a character.
During a call, press to hang up
(pages 66 and 68).
REDIAL/PAUSE
Press to view the redial list
(page 80).
While entering numbers,
press and hold to insert a
dialing pause.
/SPEAKER
Press to turn on the handset
speakerphone. Press again to
resume normal handset use
(page 75).
HOLD
Press to put a call on hold
(page 77).
# (pound key)
Press repeatedly to display
other dialing options when
reviewing a caller ID history
entry (page 112).
Sokeys (2)
Press to select a menu item
displayed above the key.
Getting started

2
PLAY MESSAGES
BACK SELECT
Quick reference guide - handset
Press the MENU softkey to enter
the main menu which includes the
following:
PLAY MESSAGES (page 120)
ANSWERING SYS (page 51)
DIRECTORY (page 93)
CALL LOG (page 110)
INTERCOM (page 85)
RINGER (page 31)
SETTINGS (page 32)
WEBSITE (page 38)
EQ
During an outside call, intercom call,
message or announcement playback, press
to change the quality of the audio to best
suit your hearing (page 77).
HANDSET
L1)
L2)
CL)
MENU
Getting started

3
Getting started
Quick reference guide - telephone base
CANCEL
While in a menu, press
to exit without making
changes or
press and hold to return
to idle mode.
While entering names or
numbers, press to delete
a digit or a character.
DEVICE A and DEVICE B
lights
On when the telephone
base is paired and
connected with a
Bluetooth device.
Flash alternately while
pairing a Bluetooth
device.
CID
Press to scroll down while
in a menu.
Press to review the call
log when the telephone
is not in use (page 111).
While entering names or
numbers, press to move
the cursor to the le.
DIR
Press to scroll up while in
a menu.
Press to show directory
entries when the
telephone is not in use
(page 98).
While entering names or
numbers, press to move
the cursor to the right.
REDIAL
Press to review the redial
list (page 80).
Softkeys (2)
Press to select the menu item
displayed above the key.
Antenna light
On when the cell line is in
use.
Flashes quickly when there
is an incoming cell call.

4
Getting started
HEADSET
Press to transfer a call from the
telephone base to a connected
Bluetooth headset (page 67).
Press to use a connected Bluetooth
headset (page 67).
Press to end a call while you are using
the Bluetooth headset (page 67).
Quick reference guide - telephone base
/DELETE
Press to delete the message
currently playing (page 121).
When the phone is not in use,
press to enter a menu to delete
all old messages (page 122).
Press to scroll up while in a menu.
/ON/OFF LINE 1 and
/ON/OFF LINE 2
Press to turn the answering
system on or off (page 60).
VOLUME
Press to adjust the
volume during playback
(page 121).
Press to adjust the
volume during a call
(page 75).
When the phone is not
in use, press to adjust
the telephone base
ringer volume for all
lines (page 41).
HOLD
Press to put a call on hold
(page 77).
FLASH
During a call, press to
answer an incoming call
when you receive a call
waiting alert (page 68).
SPEAKER
Press to switch between the
speakerphone and the corded
handset (page 75).
Press to switch a call from the
Bluetooth headset to speakerphone
(page 67).
Press to switch the base
speakerphone on or o (page 75). CELLULAR
Press to make or answer a cell call
(page 69).
1 LINE and 2 LINE
Press to make or answer a call
(page 66).
LINE 1/ /MAILBOX
and
LINE 2/ /MAILBOX
Press to start or stop
message playback
(page 121).
/REC
Press to record a
memo (page 124)
or announcement
(page 57).
Press to scroll down
while in a menu.
/REPEAT
During message playback, press to
repeat a message, or press twice to
play the previous message (page 121).
While entering names or numbers, press
to move the cursor to the le.
TONE
Press to switch to tone dialing
temporarily during a call if you
have pulse service (page 76).
/SKIP
During message
playback, press to skip
to the next message
(page 121).
While entering names
or numbers, press to
move the cursor to
the right.

5
Getting started
ANSWERING SYS
BACK SELECT
BACK SELECT
ANS. SYSTEM
SETTINGS
BACK SELECT
DIRECTORY
BACK SELECT
Handset main menu
To enter the main menu:
Press the MENU sokey in idle mode to enter the main menu.
Press or to select a handset feature menu, then press the SELECT
sokey to enter that menu.
Press OFF/CLEAR to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu or
exit the menu display.
To return to idle mode, press and hold OFF/CLEAR.
NOTE: If no key is pressed within 30 seconds, the handset automatically returns to
idle mode.
1.
2.
PLAY MESSAGES
BACK SELECT
CALL LOG
BACK SELECT
BACK SELECT
DIRECTORY
INTERCOM
BACK SELECT
BACK SELECT
INTERCOM
RINGERS
BACK SELECT
BACK SELECT
RINGERS
WEBSITE
BACK SELECT
BACK SELECT
SETTINGS
PLAY MESSAGES - play messages stored in
Mailbox 1 or Mailbox 2.
ANSWERING SYS - play, record, and delete
your announcement and memos and change
your answering system settings.
BACK SELECT
CALL LOG
DIRECTORY - store and search for names
and numbers.
CALL LOG - review the caller ID history or
delete all call log entries.
INTERCOM - intercom call with the
telephone base or a system handset.
RINGERS - set up ringers for the home and
cell lines.
SETTINGS - change your handset settings. WEBSITE - view the AT&T website address.

6
Getting started
Play messages
Answering sys
Directory
Call log
SELECT
Telephone base main menu
To enter the main menu:
Press the MENU sokey in idle mode to enter the main menu.
Press DIR, CID, /DELETE or /REC to scroll through menu items.
Press the SELECT sokey to select the highlighted item.
Press CANCEL to cancel an operation, back up to the previous menu or exit the
menu display.
To return to idle mode, press and hold CANCEL.
NOTE: If no key is pressed within 30 seconds, the telephone base automatically returns to
idle mode.
1.
2.
3.
Play messages
Answering sys
Directory
Call log
SELECT
Answering sys
Directory
Call log
Bluetooth
SELECT
Call log
Bluetooth
Intercom
Page all handsets
SELECT
Directory
Call log
Bluetooth
Intercom
SELECT
Bluetooth
Intercom
Page all handsets
Ringers
SELECT
Intercom
Page all handsets
Ringers
Settings
SELECT
Page all handsets
Ringers
Settings
Website
SELECT
Play messages
Answering sys
Directory
Call log
SELECT
Play messages
Answering sys
Directory
Call log
SELECT
Play messages - play messages stored in
Mailbox 1 or Mailbox 2.
Answering sys - play, record, delete your
announcement and memos and change
your answering system settings.
Directory - store and search for names and
numbers.
Call log - review the caller ID history or
delete all call log entries.
Intercom - intercom call with a system
handset.
Ringers - set up ringers for the home and
cell lines.
Settings - change your telephone base
settings.
Website - view the AT&T website address.
Bluetooth - set up and manage your
Bluetooth devices.
Page all handsets - page the system
handset(s).

7
Getting started
Install the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not
controlled by a wall switch. The telephone base should be placed on a at
surface. For optimum range and better reception, place the telephone base in
a central and open location.
You may hear interference if your cellular phone is too close to the telephone
base during a CELLULAR call. Make sure that your Bluetooth enabled cellular
phone is within 15 feet of the telephone base in order to maintain a clear and
consistent connection between your Bluetooth cell phone, telephone base
and cell tower.
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line)
through your telephone line(s), you must install a DSL lter between each
telephone line cord and telephone wall jack (pages 8-9). The lter prevents
noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your
DSL service provider for more information about DSL lters.
Your product may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the handset
or telephone base display - remove it before use.
For customer service or product information, visit our website at
www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone]. In Canada, dial
1 [phone].
Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
Communication devices such as television sets, VCRs or other
cordless telephones.
Excessive heat sources.
Noise sources such as a window with trac outside, motors, microwave
ovens, refrigerators, or uorescent lighting.
Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.
Excessive moisture.
Extremely low temperature.
Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of a washing machine or
work bench.
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•
You must install and charge
the handset battery before
using the cordless handset.
See pages 11-12 for easy
instructions.
Installation

8
Getting started
Telephone base installation
If you subscribe to high-speed Internet service (DSL - digital subscriber line)
through your telephone line(s), you must install a DSL lter between each
telephone line cord and telephone wall jack. The lter prevents noise and caller
ID problems caused by DSL interference. Please contact your DSL service
provider for more information about DSL lters.
Option 1: If you have a 2-line wall jack, install the telephone base, as
shown below.
A DSL lter (not included)
is required if you have
DSL high-speed Internet
service.
Black telephone line cord
Plug the small end of
the AC power adapter
into the power jack
at the bottom of the
telephone base.
Plug the large end
of the AC power
adapter into a power
outlet not controlled
by a wall switch.
Plug one end of the
black telephone line
cord into the
LINE 1/L1+L2
telephone jack at
the bottom of the
telephone base.
Raise the antenna. Plug the other end of the
black telephone line cord
into the DSL lter
(if required).
Plug the other end
of the coiled handset
cord into the jack at
the bottom of the
telephone base.
2-line telephone
wall jack
Use a 4-conductor
telephone line cord (not
included) to connect the
DSL lter and the 2-line
telephone wall jack.
Route the telephone line
cord through this slot.
Route the power
adapter cord
through this slot.

9
Getting started
Telephone base installation
Option 2: If you have separate wall jacks for each line, install the telephone
base, as shown below.
DSL lters (not included)
are required if you have DSL
high-speed Internet service.
Black telephone line cord
Route the power
adapter cord
through this groove.
Plug the small end of the AC power
adapter into the power jack at the
bottom of the telephone base and
route the cord through the slots.
Plug the large end
of the AC power
adapter into a power
outlet not controlled
by a wall switch.
Plug one end of the
black telephone line
cord into the
LINE 1/L1+L2
telephone jack at
the bottom of the
telephone base.
Raise the antenna.
Plug the other ends of the
telephone line cords into
the DSL lters (if required).
Plug the other end
of the coiled handset
cord into the jack at
the bottom of the
telephone base.
Line 2 telephone
wall jack
NOTE: This telephone provides minimal functionality during a power outage. When AC power
is not available, many telephone features do not function. The telephone uses power from
the telephone line to enable you to make and answer calls using only the corded handset and
dialing keys. However, only line 1 is available in the event of a power failure.
Line 1 telephone
wall jack
Clear telephone
line cord
Use telephone line cords
(not included) to connect
the DSL lters and line 1/
line 2 telephone wall jack.
Plug one end of the
clear telephone line
cord into the
LINE 2 telephone jack
at the bottom of the
telephone base.
Route the clear
telephone line cord
through this slot.
Route the black
telephone line cord
through this slot.

10
Getting started
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Use only the power adapters provided with this product. To obtain a replacement, visit our
website at www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone]. In Canada,
dial 1 [phone].
The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or oor 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.
•
•
Charger installation & data port use
Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not
controlled by a wall switch.
Use the DATA port at the
bottom of the telephone to
connect to a fax machine or
modem, if desired.
You may connect a fax machine or modem through the DATA port located at
the back of the telephone base (as shown below).
The DATA port only uses LINE 2 to transmit data.

11
Getting started
Battery installation and charging
Install the battery, as shown below.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery (model BT183342/
BT283342). To order, visit our website at www.telephones.att.com or call
1 [phone]. In Canada, dial 1 [phone].
If you do not use the handset for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent
possible leakage.
•
•
To replace the battery, press the tab and slide the
battery compartment cover downwards. Li out the old
battery and disconnect it from the handset. Follow the
instructions, as mentioned above, to install and charge the
new battery.
3. Charge the handset by placing it face up in the
charger. The CHARGE light is on when charging.
1. Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset
battery compartment, matching the color-coded label. Insert the supplied
battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up, as indicated.
2. Align the cover at against the battery compartment, then slide it upwards
until it clicks into place.
CHARGE light
THISSIDE UP/ CE CÔTÉVERSLE HAUT
Battery Pack/Bloc-piles:
BT183342/BT283342(2.4V400mAhNi-MH)
WARNING/AVERTISSEMENT:
DONOTBURNORPUNCTUREBATTERIES.
NEPASINCINÉREROUPERCERLESPILES.
MadeinChina /Fabriqué en chine GP0841
THIS SIDE UP /CE C
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12
Getting started
Battery charging
Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status
(see the following table). If necessary, place the handset in the charger to
charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the charger
when not in use. The battery is fully charged aer 16 hours of continuous
charging. See the table on page 161 for battery operating times.
If the screen shows Low battery, you need to charge the battery without
interruption for at least 25 minutes to give the handset enough charge to use
the telephone for a short time. The following table summarizes the battery
charge indicators and actions to take.
Battery indicators Battery status Action
The screen is blank or shows
Place in charger.
The battery has no or very
little charge. The handset
cannot be used.
Charge without interruption
until the screen shows
Low battery or HANDSET X
(at least 25 minutes).
The screen shows
Low battery and ashes.
Battery has enough charge to
be used for a short time.
Charge without interruption
until the screen shows
HANDSET X (at least 25
minutes).
The screen shows
HANDSET X.
Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged,
place it in the charger when
not in use.
NOTE: If you are on a phone call in low battery mode, you hear four short beeps
every minute.
SET DATE
--/--/--
MM/DD/YY
SET
SET TIME
--:-- --
SET
Aer you install your telephone, the handset will prompt
you to set the date and time. For instructions, see
Set date/time on page 37. To skip setting the date and
time, press OFF/CLEAR.

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Getting started
Belt clip & optional headset
For handsfree telephone conversations, you can use any industry standard
2.5 mm headset (purchased separately). For best results, use an AT&T 2.5 mm
headset. To purchase a headset, visit our website
www.telephones.att.com or call 1 [phone]. In Canada, dial
1 [phone].
Plug a 2.5 mm headset into
the jack on the side of handset
(beneath the small plastic cover).
Li the plastic
cover here.
Side of handset
To attach the belt clip:
Snap the belt clip into the
slots on both sides of the
handset, as shown in the
gure.
To remove the belt clip:
Gently li either of the belt
clip tabs, shown in the gure,
outwards to remove the belt
clip from the handset.

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Introducing Bluetooth
Your new AT&T TL86109 telephone system with Bluetooth wireless
technology has the following features:
Pair up to four Bluetooth enabled devices (cell phones or headsets) with
the telephone base.
Connect a maximum of two cell phones to make and receive cell calls. Only
one cell phone can be active on a call at a time.
Connect a Bluetooth enabled headset for making and receiving line 1 or
line 2 calls.
Conference any combination of cell and line 1 or line 2 calls.
Make and receive calls using your cell phone plan with your cordless
system handsets.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After plugging in the telephone base, wait at least 20 seconds before
connecting a Bluetooth device. The screen shows Bluetooth system busy
if you try to connect too soon.
Refer to the user's manual of your Bluetooth enabled cell phone or
headset for more information about how that device uses Bluetooth
connectivity.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (up to 30
feet) from the telephone base. Keep connected cell phones and headset
within this range.
If your cell phone has poor reception in your home, the TL86109 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 TL86109 cell line. For optimal performance, the cell phone must be
within 15 feet of the telephone base.
Charge your cell phone while it is connected to the telephone base.
Your cell phone's battery discharges faster while it is connected to the
telephone base via Bluetooth wireless technology.
Monitor your cell phone's usage because minutes may be deducted from
your cellular plan for the duration of all cell calls, depending on the terms
of your plan.
Refer to the Bluetooth setup section (pages 16-30) to learn how to set up
your Bluetooth device. Refer to the Telephone operation section
(pages 66-83) on how to operate your Bluetooth devices with your new AT&T
TL86109 telephone system with Bluetooth wireless technology. Refer to the
Troubleshooting section (pages 137-149) if you experience diculty when
using the telephone system.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by
Advanced American Telephones and its parent, 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.
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