V-tech LS6185A User manual

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IMPOR5TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Model: LS6185A
User’s Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .....................................1
2. SET UP THE TELEPHONE .......................................................3
2.1 Package Contents .................................................................................... 3
2.2 Location....................................................................................................3
2.3 Connect the Base Station......................................................................... 4
2.4 Install and Charge the Handset Batteries................................................. 5
3. GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE..................................................6
3.1 Overview of the Handset ..........................................................................6
3.2 Overview of the Base Station ...................................................................9
3.3 Handset LCD Display Icons and Symbols.............................................. 11
3.4 Menu Structure.......................................................................................13
3.5 Text and Digit Entry Table.......................................................................14
3.5.1 English Character Set ...............................................................14
4. USING THE PHONE ................................................................15
4.1 Make a Call............................................................................................. 15
4.1.1 Preparatory Dialing ................................................................... 15
4.1.2 Direct Dialing.............................................................................15
4.1.3 Call from the Phonebook ..........................................................15
4.1.4 Call from the Call List................................................................ 15
4.1.5 Call from the Redial List............................................................ 15
4.1.6 Call Timer..................................................................................15
4.2 Answer a Call.......................................................................................... 16
4.3 Adjust Earpiece and Speakerphone Volume .......................................... 16
4.4 Mute a Call .............................................................................................16
4.5 End a Call............................................................................................... 16
4.6 Set the Silent Mode ................................................................................16
4.7 Turn the Keypad Lock ON/OFF .............................................................. 17
4.8 Redial the Last number ..........................................................................17
4.8.1 Redial a Number from the Redial List .......................................17
4.8.2 Store a Redial Number into the Phonebook ............................. 17
4.8.3 Delete a Redial Number............................................................17
4.8.4 Delete the Entire Redial List ..................................................... 18
4.9 Find the Handset (PAGING) ................................................................... 18
4.10 Make an Internal Call.............................................................................. 18
4.10.1 Call Another Handset ..............................................................18
4.10.2 Call All Handsets..................................................................... 18
4.10.3 Transfer an External Call to Another Handset.........................19
4.10.4 Make a 3-way Conference Call............................................... 19

5. PHONEBOOK..........................................................................20
5.1 Store a Number Entry in the Phonebook................................................ 20
5.1.1 Entering Names ........................................................................ 20
5.1.2 Writing Tips ...............................................................................20
5.2 Review a Phonebook Entry ....................................................................20
5.3 Dial a Phonebook Entry.......................................................................... 21
5.3.1 Search a Phonebook Entry Alphabetically ................................ 21
5.4 Edit a Phonebook Entry.......................................................................... 21
5.5 Delete a Phonebook Entry...................................................................... 21
5.6 Delete the Entire Phonebook Entries ..................................................... 21
5.7 Check Phonebook Status....................................................................... 21
6. CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT)......................22
6.1 Call List................................................................................................... 22
6.2 View the Call List.................................................................................... 22
6.3 Store a Call List Number into the Phonebook...........................................22
6.4 Delete an Entry in the Call List ...............................................................23
6.5 Delete the Entire List of the Call List ...................................................... 23
6.6 View the Details of the a Call Entry ........................................................23
7. VOICE MAIL (NETWORK DEPENDENT)..................................24
7.1 Access Voice Mail Messages ................................................................. 24
7.2 Delete a VMWI Entry.............................................................................. 24
7.3 Delete All VMWI Entries ......................................................................... 24
8. PHONE SETTINGS..................................................................25
8.1 Date and Time Settings .......................................................................... 25
8.1.1 Set the Date Format.................................................................. 25
8.1.2 Set the Time Format .................................................................25
8.1.4 Set the Date andTime ............................................................... 25
8.2 Handset Settings .................................................................................... 26
8.2.1 Alarm......................................................................................... 26
8.2.2 Set the Ringer Melody for External Calls ..................................27
8.2.3 Set the Ringer Melody for Internal Calls ................................... 27
8.2.4 Set the Ringer Volume .............................................................. 27
8.2.5 Set Alert Tones .......................................................................... 28
8.2.6 Rename the Handset ................................................................ 28
8.2.7 Choose the Information to be Displayed in Idle Mode .............. 28
8.2.8 Set the Auto Answer ................................................................. 28
8.3 Base Settings ......................................................................................... 29
8.3.1 Set the Base Ringer Melody ..................................................... 29
8.3.2 Set the Ringer Volume .............................................................. 29
8.3.3 Set the Dial Mode ..................................................................... 29
8.3.4 Set the Flash Time .................................................................... 29

8.3.5 Change the System PIN Code.................................................. 30
8.4 Reset Your Phone...................................................................................30
8.5 Register a Handset................................................................................. 31
8.6 Deregister a Handset.............................................................................. 31
9. ANSWERING MACHINE .........................................................32
9.1 Turn On/Off the Answering Machine....................................................... 32
9.2 Play messages on TAM..........................................................................33
9.3 Delete all Messages in the Answering Machine ..................................... 33
9.4 Record Memo on the Answering Machine.............................................. 34
9.5 Answering Machine Settings ..................................................................34
9.5.1 Set the Answer Mode...............................................................34
9.5.2 Record your Outgoing Message (OGM) .................................. 35
9.5.3 Playback the Outgoing Message (OGM) ................................. 35
9.5.4 Delete a personalized OGM (Set OGM to default) .................. 36
9.5.5 Set the Answer Delay...............................................................36
9.5.6 Set the Recording Time of Incoming Message ........................ 36
9.5.7 Turn On or Off the Base Screening..........................................36
9.5.8 Change the Compression Rate................................................ 37
9.5.9 Activate remote access ............................................................37
9.5.9.1 Change the 4-Digit Remote Access PIN ............... 37
9.5.9.2 Activate or Deactivate Remote Access ................. 37
9.5.9.3 Access Your Answering Machine Remotely .......... 38
9.5.10 Call Screening..........................................................................39
10. DEFAULT SETTINGS ..............................................................40
11. TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................41
12. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..............................................44
13. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................45

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IMPOR5TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock and injury, including the following:
Read and understand all the instructions.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub, kitchen sink,
swimming pool).
Do not expose the telephone to direct sunlight or extreme cold environment. Do
not put the telephone close to heating sources such as radiators, cookers, etc.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of
re or electric shock.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to VTech/distributor
under the following conditions:
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions.
If the product has been dropped and the cabinet has been damaged.
If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Use only the supplied NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) batteries! The operation
periods for the handsets are only applicable with the default battery capacities.
The use of other battery types or non-rechargeable batteries/primary cells
can be dangerous. These may cause interference and/or unit damages.
The manufacturer will not be held liable for damage arising from such non-
compliance.
Do not use third party charging bays. The batteries may be damaged.
Please note the correct polarity while inserting the batteries.
Battery should not be exposed to excessive heat such as bright sunshine or re
and immersed in water.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference to legal radio stations, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received. Use this product properly to reduce interference.
Disconnect the power of this telephone if it is not responding normally.
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DISPOSAL WARNING
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a
product, it means the product is covered by the European
Directive 2002/96/EC.
All electrical and electronic products/battery should be disposed
of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated
collection facilities appointed by the government or the local
authorities.
The correct disposal of your old appliance/battery will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health.
For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance/battery, please
contact your city ofce, waste disposal service or The Shop where you purchased the
product.
If you have questions about this product, or having difculty with setup or operation,
call our Customer Service Centre.
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SET UP THE TELEPHONE
2. SET UP THE TELEPHONE
2.1 Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
1 Handset
1 Base station
1 AC power adapter for base
2 Telephone line cords
1 NiMH rechargeable battery pack
User’s manual
Warranty card
2.2 Location
For maximum coverage and reduce the interference, here are some guidelines you
should consider when you place the base station:
- Place your telephone within 2 metres of the mains power socket and telephone
socket so that the cables will reach.
- Make sure it is at least 1 metre away from other electrical appliances to avoid
interference. Your telephone works by sending radio signals between the handset
and base. The strength of the signal depends on where you locate the base.
Putting it as high as possible ensures the best signal.
If the reception for the base station location is not satisfactory, move it to another
location for better reception.
Depending on the surrounding conditions as well as spatial and structural factors,
the range may be reduced. The range indoors is normally less than outdoors.
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2.3 Connect the Base Station
Insert the AC power adapter and the telephone line cord into the base station, as
shown above.
Insert the other end of the AC power adapter into the wall outlet and the
telephone line cord into a telephone wall jack. If you have DSL high speed
internet service, a DSL lter (not included) is required.
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Always use the cables supplied with the product.
Use only the power adapter supplied with the base station.
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2.4 Install and Charge the Handset Batteries
Slide open the battery compartment cover.
Place the battery pack into the battery compartment, with the battery connector
plugged in, as shown.
Slide the battery compartment cover back until it clicks into place.
Place the handset on the base charging cradle to charge for at least 14 hours.
A beep indicates that the handset is properly placed on the base.
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Use only the supplied NiMH rechargeable batteries.
If you do not use the handset for a long time, disconnect and remove the batteries
to prevent possible leakage.
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3. GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE
3.1 Overview of the Handset
1. MENU/SELECT
In idle mode: Press to access the main menu.
In sub-menu mode: Press to conrm the selection.
During a call: Press to access Intercom / Phonebook / Redial List / Call List.
2. UP/CALL LIST/VOLUME+
In idle mode: Press to access the call list.
In menu mode: Press to scroll up the menu items.
In Phonebook / Redial list / Call List: Press to scroll up the list.
During a call: Press to increase the listening volume.
During ringing: Press to increase the ringer volume.
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3. TALK ON
In idle / predialing mode : Press to make a call.
In Redial list / Call List / Phonebook: Press to make a call to the selected entry
in the list.
During ringing: Press to answer a call.
4. CHARGING POLE
5. ALPHANUMERIC KEYPAD
Press to insert a digit / character / */ #
*key in idle mode: Press and hold to enable or disable the keypad lock.
*key during a call (in pulse mode): Press to switch to tone mode.
#key in idle mode: Press and hold to turn on / off the ringer.
0key in predialing / number editing mode: Press and hold to insert a pause.
#key in Call List mode: Press to review the caller’s number if applicable.
6. SPEAKERPHONE
During a call: Press to turn on / off the speakerphone.
In Idle mode / predialing mode / Redial list / Call List / Phonebook entry:
Press to make a call with speakerphone.
During ringing: Press to answer a call with speakerphone.
7. PHONEBOOK
In idle mode: Press to access the phonebook.
8. MICROPHONE
9. EARPIECE
10. MUTE/DELETE
In menu / editing mode: Press to return to previous menu.
In menu / editing mode: Press and hold to return to idle screen.
In editing / predialing mode: Press to clear a character / digit.
In editing / predialing mode: Press and hold to delete all the characters / digits.
During a call: Press to mute / unmute the microphone.
In idle mode: Press to intercom another handset.

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11. TALK OFF/CANCEL
During a call: Press to end a call and return to idle screen.
In menu / editing mode: Press to go back to previous menu.
In menu / editing mode: Press and hold to return to idle screen.
In idle mode: Press and hold to power off the handset.
In idle mode (when the handset is powered off): Press and hold to power on the
handset.
12. DOWN/REDIAL LIST/VOLUME–
In idle mode: Press to access the redial list.
In menu mode: Press to scroll down the menu items.
In Phonebook list / Redial list / Call List: Press to scroll down the list.
During a call: Press to decrease the listening volume.
During ringing: Press to decrease the ringer volume.
13. RECALL
In idle / predialing mode: Press to insert a ash.
During a call: Press to dial a ash.

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3.2 Overview of the Base Station
1. CHARGING CRADLE
2. ANS/ON/OFF
Press to turn the answering system on or off.
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Press to page all system handsets.
Press and hold for about ve seconds, the base station enters into registration
mode.
4. MESSAGE WINDOW
Shows the message number and status.
5. VOLUME –
Press to decrease the volume of an incoming call or message playback.
6. IN USE LIGHT
Flashes when there is an incoming call, the handset is in use, or the answering
system is answering an incoming call.
7. REPEAT
Press to play the previous message.
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8. PLAY/STOP
Press to play message.
Press to stop playing message.
9. DELETE
Press to delete the current playing message.
Press and hold to delete all old messages.
10. VOLUME +
Press to increase the volume of an incoming call or message playback.
11. CHARGING INDICATOR
Turns on when the handset is placed on the charging cradle for charging.
12. SKIP
Press to play the next message.

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3.3 Handset LCD Display Icons and Symbols
The screen display gives you information on the current status of the telephone.
Display icons Icons can be On (visible), Flashing or Off (not visible)
On steadily when the home line is in use or there is an incoming
home call.
Scroll up / down the menu items / Phonebook list / Redial list /
Call List.
Steady when the handset is with reception range. Flashes when
out of range or not registered to the base.
Steady when an intercom is in progress.
Flashes when there is an incoming intercom call.
Indicates that handsfree is being used.
Indicates that the answering system is turned on.
Flashes when there are new messages received.
Indicates that the ringer is switched off.
Steady when an alarm is set. Flashes when the alarm time set
before reaches.
Indicates when there are received new Visual Message Waiting
(VMWI) not yet read.
Disappears when all the visual messages have been read.
Indicates that the keypad is locked.
On steadily when the battery is fully charged.
Whole icon ashes when the battery performs charging.
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(MENU)
Press to select more menu options if applicable.
Press to conrm the current selection if applicable.
Indicates when the displayed entry is a new TAM message / new
call in TAM message list / call list.
(INT) Press to initial an intercom call when idle (applicable when there
are at least two handsets).
(BACK)
Press to go back to previous menu level or cancel the current
action if applicable.
Press to clear a character or stop the alarm if applicable, press
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3.4 Menu Structure
In idle mode, press to enter the menu. Refer to the following table for the
menu structure.
Main Menu CALL LIST PHONEBOOK BS SETTINGS
Sub menu Review Call List
Under a selected
Call List entry:
ADD TO PB
DELETE
DELETE ALL
DETAILS
Review
Phonebook list
Under a
Phonebook entry:
ADD
VIEW
EDIT
DELETE
DELETE ALL
PB STATUS
BS RINGER
RING VOLUME
DELETE HS
DIAL MODE
FLASH TIME
CHANGE PIN
Key Press
HS SETTINGS REGISTRATION DEFAULT ANS. MACHINE
ALARM
RING SETUP
TONE SETUP
RENAME HS
HS DISPLAY
AUTO ANSWER
DATE & TIME
PIN? PIN? MSG PLAYBACK
DELETE ALL
MEMO
TAM ON/OFF
TAM SETTINGS
ANSWER MODE
OGM SETTINGS
ANSWER DELAY
RECORD TIME
REMOTE ACC.
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3.5 Text and Digit Entry Table
The following table shows you where each letter and punctuation character can be found.
Respective character table will be used when corresponding menu language is selected.
This will be helpful when storing a name in the phonebook and renaming your handset.
In editing mode, a cursor is displayed to indicate the current text entry position. It is
positioned at the right of the last character entered.
Writing Tips:
Once a character is selected, the cursor will move to the next position after a short
pause.
You can move the cursor by pressing .
Press to delete the last character.
Press and hold to delete all characters.
3.5.1 English Character Set
Key Alphanumeric Editing (For phonebook name editing
and renaming handset)
Number Editing (For
phone number and
date/time editing)
Key press 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th
1 Space - 1 1
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5 J K L 5 5
6 M N O 6 6
7 P Q R S 7 7
8 T U V 8 8
9 W X Y Z 9 9
0 0 0, P, (pause)
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4. USING THE PHONE
4.1 Make a Call
4.1.1 Preparatory Dialing
Enter the phone number and press or to dial the number.
4.1.2 Direct Dialing
Press or to take the line and enter the phone number.
4.1.3 Call from the Phonebook
In idle, press to access the phonebook.
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Press and then to select PHONEBOOK. Press .
Press to select the desired phonebook entry.
3. Press or to dial the selected phonebook entry.
4.1.4 Call from the Call List
In idle, press to access the call list.
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Press and then to select CALL LIST. Press .
Press to select the desired call list entry.
3. Press or to dial the selected call list entry.
4.1.5 Call from the Redial List
In idle, press to access the redial list.
Press to select the desired redial number.
3. Press or to dial the selected redial list entry.
4.1.6 Call Timer
Your handset automatically times the duration of every call. The call timer will display
a few seconds after the call ends. It is shown in hours, minutes, and seconds format
(HH:MM:SS).
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4.2 Answer a Call
If handset is not on the base station charging cradle:
When the phone rings, press or to answer the call.
If the handset is on the base station charging cradle, and AUTO ANSWER is
set to ON:
When the phone rings, pick up the handset to answer a call.
If you wish to switch AUTO ANSWER Off, see page 28. The default setting is ON.
4.3 Adjust Earpiece and Speakerphone Volume
There are 5 levels (VOLUME 1 to VOLUME 5) to choose from for each of the
earpiece and speakerphone volume.
During a call:
Press to select from VOLUME 1 to VOLUME 5. The current setting is shown.
When the call ends, the setting will remain at the last selected level.
4.4 Mute a Call
You can mute the microphone so that you can talk to someone nearby, without
letting the caller hear you during a call.
During a call:
Press to mute the microphone. “MUTED” will display on the LCD display.
Your caller cannot hear you.
Press again to unmute the microphone.
4.5 End a Call
During a call connection, press to end the call.
OR
Put the handset on the base station charging cradle to end the call.
4.6 Set the Silent Mode
In idle, press and hold to turn off the handset ringer.
will display on the LCD
display.
In silent mode, press and hold to turn on the handset ringer.
will disappear.
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