VTech CS6147 User Manual

User’s manual

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Model: CS6147

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................. 1

2. SET UP THE TELEPHONE .................................................2

2.1 Package Contents ............................................................................. 2

2.2 Location ............................................................................................ 2

2.3 Connect the Corded Base Station .................................................... 3

2.4 Connect the Charger ......................................................................... 3

2.5 Install and Charge the Handset Batteries ......................................... 4

3. GET TO KNOW YOUR PHONE ........................................... 5

3.1 Overview of the Handset ................................................................... 5

3.2 Overview of the Corded Base ........................................................... 7

3.3 Overview of the Handset Charger ..................................................... 9

3.4 Handset LCD Display Icons and Symbols ........................................ 9

3.5 Handset Menu Structure ..................................................................11

3.6 Base LCD Display ........................................................................... 12

3.7 Base Menu Structure ...................................................................... 13

3.8 Text and Digit Entry Table ............................................................... 14

3.8.1 English Character Set ..................................................... 14

4. USE YOUR PHONE ........................................................... 15

4.1 Make an External Call ..................................................................... 15

4.1.1 Preparatory Dialing ........................................................... 15

4.1.2 Direct Dialing .................................................................... 15

4.1.3 Call from the Contacts ...................................................... 15

4.1.4 Call from the Call Log ....................................................... 16

4.1.5 Call from the Redial List ................................................... 16

4.1.6 Call Timer ......................................................................... 16

4.2 Make a Call from Direct Access Memory ........................................ 17

4.3 Answer a Call .................................................................................. 17

4.4 PxBOOSTER Function ................................................................... 18

4.5 End a Call ....................................................................................... 18

4.6 Adjust Earpiece and Hands Free Volume ....................................... 19

4.7 Mute a Call ...................................................................................... 19

4.8 Set the Silent Mode ......................................................................... 19

4.9 Keypad Lock/Unlock ....................................................................... 19

4.10 Emergency Call without Main Power .............................................. 20

4.11 Redial the Last Number................................................................... 20

4.11.1 Redial a Number from the Redial List ............................. 20

4.11.2 Store a Redial Number into the Contacts ....................... 21

4.11.3 Delete a Redial Number ................................................. 21

4.11.4 Delete the Entire Redial List ........................................... 22

4.12 Find the Handset ............................................................................. 22

4.13 Make an Internal Call ...................................................................... 23

4.13.1 Intercom ......................................................................... 23

4.13.2 Call All Handsets ........................................................... 23

4.13.3 Transfer an External Call ................................................ 24

4.13.4 Make a 3-way Conference Call ...................................... 24

5 PRIVATE CONTACTS .........................................................25

5.1 Add a New Contacts Entry .............................................................. 25

5.2 Search for a Contacts Entry ............................................................ 26

5.3 View a Contacts Entry ..................................................................... 26

5.4 Edit a Contacts Entry ...................................................................... 27

5.5 Delete a Contacts Entry .................................................................. 28

5.6 Delete the Entire Private Contacts .................................................. 28

5.7 Check the Contacts Usage ............................................................. 29

5.8 Set the Fast Dial Numbers .............................................................. 29

5.8.1 Add or Edit the Fast Dial Number ..................................... 29

5.8.2 Delete the Fast Dial Number ............................................ 29

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CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT) ..........................................30

6.1 View the Call Log ............................................................................ 30

6.2 Store a Call Log Number into the Phonebook ................................ 31

6.3 Delete an Entry in the Call Log ....................................................... 31

6.4 Delete the Entire Call Log ............................................................... 32

7 PHONE SETTINGS ............................................................. 33

7.1 Clock Settings ................................................................................. 33

7.2 Alarm Settings (Handset only) ........................................................ 35

7.3 Handset Settings ............................................................................. 36

7.3.1 Set the Ringer Melody for Internal Calls ........................... 36

7.3.2 Set the Ringer Melody for External Calls .......................... 36

7.3.3 Set the Ringer Volume ...................................................... 36

7.3.4 Set Alert Tones ................................................................. 37

7.3.5 Select Base ...................................................................... 37

7.3.6 Rename the Handset ........................................................ 37

7.3.7 Choose the Information to be Displayed in Idle ................ 38

7.3.8 Set the Auto Answer ......................................................... 38

7.3.9 Set the Direct Memory Keys ............................................. 38

7.4 Base Settings using the Handset .................................................... 39

7.4.1 De-register a Handset ...................................................... 39

7.4.2 Set the Dial Mode ............................................................. 39

7.4.3 Set the Flash Time ........................................................... 39

7.4.4 Change the System PIN Code ......................................... 40

7.5 Base Settings using the Base ......................................................... 41

7.5.1 Set the Ringer Melody for Internal Calls ........................... 41

7.5.2 Set the Ringer Melody for External Calls .......................... 41

7.5.3 Set the Ringer Volume ...................................................... 41

7.5.4 De-register a Handset ...................................................... 42

7.5.5 Set the Flash Time ............................................................ 42

7.5.6 Set the Keytone ................................................................ 43

7.5.7 Change the System PIN ................................................... 43

7.5.8 Set the Memory Keys ....................................................... 43

7.6 Registration ..................................................................................... 44

7.7 Reset Your Phone ........................................................................... 45

8 ANSWERING MACHINE .................................................... 46

8.1 Switching TAM On/Off ..................................................................... 46

8.2 Play Messages on TAM .................................................................. 47

8.3 Delete all Messages on TAM .......................................................... 48

8.4 Record Memos on TAM .................................................................. 49

8.5 Answering Machine Settings (Base Only) ....................................... 50

8.5.1 Set the Answer Mode ....................................................... 50

8.5.2 Record your Outgoing Message (OGM) ........................... 51

8.5.3 Playback the Outgoing Message (OGM) .......................... 52

8.5.4 Delete a Personalized OGM (SET OGM to DEFAULT) .... 53

8.5.5 Set the Answer Delay ....................................................... 53

8.5.6 Set the Recording Time of Incoming Message ................. 54

8.5.7 Turn On or Off the Base Screening .................................. 54

8.5.8 Change the Compression Rate ........................................ 55

8.5.9 Activate Remote Access ................................................... 56

8.5.9.1 Change the 4-Digit Remote Access PIN ........................... 56

8.5.9.2 Activate or Deactivate the Remote access ....................... 57

8.5.9.3 Reset TAM to Default Settings.......................................... 57

8.5.9.4 Remote Operations .......................................................... 58

9. DEFAULT SETTINGS ........................................................59

10. TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 60

11. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................ 63

12. CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ................. 64

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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 a heating source 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 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 batteries 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.

Do not immerse batteries in water, do not place in re.

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.

Customer Service Hotline: [phone]
Technical Inquiry Hotline: [phone]

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2. SET UP THE TELEPHONE

2.1 Package Contents

The package contains the following items:

1 Base station

1 Corded handset

1 Cordless handset

1 Charger pod with an AC power adapter

1 AC power adapter (for base unit)

2 NiMH rechargeable batteries (for handset)

2 Telephone line cords (for base unit)

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 unit,

place it at a convenient, high, and central location with no obstructions between
the handset and base unit in an indoor environment.

place it away from electronic appliances such as televisions, microwave ovens,
radios, personal computers, wireless devices or other cordless phones.

avoid facing radio frequency transmitters, such as external antennas of mobile
phone cell stations.

avoid plugging it into the same circuit as other major household electrical
appliances because of the potential for interference. Try moving the appliance or
the base unit to another power outlet.

If the reception for a base unit 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 Corded Base Station

Insert the DC plug of the power adapter and the telephone line cord into the base
station, as shown above.

Insert the other end of the power adapter into the wall outlet not controlled by a wall
switch 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.

NOTES

Always use the cables supplied with the product.

Use only the power adapter supplied with the base station.

2.4 Connect the Charger

Plug the power adapter into the wall outlet not controlled by a wall switch.

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2.5 Install and Charge the Handset Batteries

Slide open the battery compartment cover.

Place the two batteries as indicated. Respect the polarity.

Slide the battery compartment cover back.

Put the handset on the base to charge for 16 hours rst time. A beep indicates that

the handset is properly placed on the base.

NOTES

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. SLIDE UP/DOWN ( )

During a call: Press to increase or decrease the earpiece volume.

2. M1/M2/M3 - DIRECT MEMORY KEYS ( / / )

In idle mode: Press and hold to dial the number stored in the memory key.

3. RIGHT SOFT KEY ( ) (CLEAR/BACK/MUTE/INTERCOM)

In main menu mode: Press to go back to idle screen.
In sub-menu mode: Press to go back to previous menu.
In sub-menu mode: Press and hold to go back to idle screen.
In editing/pre-dial mode: Press to delete a character/digit.
In editing/pre-dial mode: Press and hold to delete all the characters/digits.
During a call: Press to mute/resume the microphone.
In idle mode: Press to intercom another handset.

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4. UP/CALL LOG (p/CID)

In idle mode: Press to access the call log.
In menu mode: Press to scroll up the menu items.
In contacts list/redial list/call log: Press to scroll up the list.

5. DOWN/REDIAL LIST (q/REDIAL)

In idle mode: Press to access the redial list.
In menu mode: Press to scroll down the menu items.
In contacts list/redial list/call log: Press to scroll down the list.

6. TALK OFF ( )

During a call: Press to end a call and go back to idle screen.
In menu/editing mode: Press to go back to previous menu.
In menu/editing mode: Press and hold to go back to idle screen.
In idle mode: Press and hold to power off the handset.

Press and hold to power on when it is off.

7. ALPHANUMERIC KEYPAD, STAR ( ), HARSH ( )

In predial or editing mode: 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.
# key during a call: Press and hold to insert a ash.
0 key in idle/pre-dial mode/number editing mode: Press and hold to insert a pause.

8. MICROPHONE

9. TALK ON/SPEAKERPHONE ( )

In idle/pre-dial mode: Press to make a call. Press again to turn on the

speakerphone.

In contacts list/redial list/call log: Press to make a call to the selected entry in the

list. Press again to turn on the speakerphone.

During ringing: Press to answer a call. Press again to answer with speakerphone.

10. LEFT SOFT KEY ( ) (MENU/OK)

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/contacts list/redial list/ call log.

11. PxBOOSTER ( )

During a call: Press to activate/deactivate the PxBOOSTER function.

12. LED

Steadily on when the audio boost is turned on.
Flashes when there is an incoming call.

13. EARPIECE

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3.2 Overview of the Corded Base

1. LCD DISPLAY

2. UP (pVOL +)

In menu mode: Press to scroll up the menu items.
In Phonebook list / Redial list / Call log: Press to scroll up the list.
During a call or TAM message playback: Press to increase the volume.

3. PHONE BOOK ( )

In Idle: Press to access phonebook records.

4. MENU/OK ( )

In idle mode: Press to access the main menu.
In sub-menu mode: Press to conrm the selection.
In Redial List / Call log: Press to store the number into Phonebook.

5. REPEAT/OGM ( )

In Idle mode: Press and hold to record OGM.

Press to playback OGM.

In TAM message playback mode: Press to go back to previous message.

6. PLAY/STOP ( )

In idle mode: Press to playback messages.
During TAM message playback: Press to stop playing messages.

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7. MEMORY KEYS ( / / / / )

In predial mode: Long press to store the number entered from idle mode.
In idle mode: Press to dial out to the number stored in the memory key.

8. ALPHANUMERIC KEYPAD, STAR ( ), HARSH ( )

In predial or editing mode: Press to insert a digit / character / * / #
0 key in predial or editing mode: Press and hold to insert a pause.

9. TELEPHONE ANSWERING MACHINE (TAM) ON/OFF ( )

In Idle: Press & hold to switch the answering machine ON or OFF.

10. FLASH

In predial mode or during a call: Press to insert a Flash.

11. LED Indication

Steadily on when the answering machine is turned on.
Flashes when there are new memos or messages in the answering machine.
Flashes when there is an incoming call.

12. DOWN/REDIAL LIST (qVOL-)

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 log view mode: Press to scroll down the list.
During a call or TAM message playback: Press to increase the volume.

13. CALL LOG ( )

In Idle mode: Press to access the call log.
In editing mode: Press to move the cursor one character to the right.

14. CLEAR/MUTE/BACK/INTERCOM ( )

In main menu mode: Press to go back to idle screen.
In sub-menu mode: Press to go back to previous level.
In sub-menu mode: Press and hold to go back 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 ringing: Press to silence the base ringer.
In idle mode: Press to intercom another system handset.

15. MEMO/SKIP FORWARD ( )

In Idle mode: Press and hold to record a memo.
In TAM message playback mode: Press to skip to next message.

16. SPEAKERPHONE ( )

In Idle mode or Phonebook/ Call log/ Redial list view mode: Press to make a call

with speakerphone.

17. PxBOOSTER ( )

During a call: Press to activate/deactivate the PxBOOSTER function.

18. X

In TAM message playback mode: Press and hold to delete the current TAM

message playback.

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3.3 Overview of the Handset Charger

CHARGING CRADLE

3.4 Handset LCD Display Icons and Symbols

The screen display gives you information on the current status of the telephone.

Steadily on when the handset is within range of the base.

Flashes when the handset is in marginal range of the base.

Off when the handset is out of range of the base or cannot communicate
with the base.

Steadily on when a call is in progress.

Flashes when there is an incoming call.

Steadily on when the speakerphone is turned on.

Steadily on when an intercom call is in progress.

Flashes when there is an incoming internal call or an internal call is put
on hold.

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Steadily on when the telephone answering machine (TAM) is turned on.

Flashes when a new message is received in the answering machine.

Steadily on when there is(are) new call(s) in call log.

Steadily on when the ringer is switched off.

Steadily on when an alarm is set.

Flashes when the alarm time set before reaches.

Steadily on when the keypad is locked.

Steadily on when more digits are existed before the text currently
displayed.

Steadily on when more digits are existed after the text currently displayed.

Steadily on when the battery is fully charged.

Steadily on when the battery is 2/3 charged.

Steadily on when the battery is 1/3 charged.

Flashes when low battery is detected to indicate that it needs charging.

Animates when battery is charging.

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3.5 Handset Menu Structure

In idle mode, pressing will rstly access the CONTACTS menu. Refer to the
following for the menu structure.

Main Menu CONTACTS CALL LOG BS SET HS SET

Sub menu Review

contacts list

Under a

Contacts entry:

ADD

VIEW

EDIT

DELETE

DEL ALL

CAPACITY

FASTDIAL

Review Call
Log

Under a
selected Call

Log entry:

STORE

DELETE

DEL ALL

DETAILS

CATEGORY

DEL HS

DIALMODE

FLASH

CHG PIN

ECO MODE

FULL ECO

RINGER

TONE

SEL BASE

LANGUAGE

HS NAME

DISPLAY

AUTO ANS

MEM KEY

CLOCK ALARM REGISTER DEFAULT TAM

DATE FMT

TIME FMT

SET TIME

SET DATE

ON

OFF

PLAYBACK

DEL ALL

MEMO

ON/OFF

SETTINGS

ANSMODE
LANGUAGE
OGM SET
ANS DLAY
REC TIME
COMPRESS
SCREEN
REMOTE
CHG PIN

/ / /

/ / /

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3.6 Base LCD Display

The screen display gives you information on the current status of the telephone.

This will display when there is a new CID entry or if one is being
viewed.

Indicate a call is in progress.

This will display when you are in the phonebook menu.

This will display when the same caller has called more than once

Indicate that handsfree is being used.

Indicate the sequence number of the CID record

Indicate that the ringer is switched off.

Indicate the time format.

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3.7 Base Menu Structure

In idle mode, pressing will rstly access the PHONEBOOK menu. Refer to the
following for the menu structure.

Main Menu PHONEBOOK CALL LOG DATE & TIME

Sub menu VIEW

ADD

EDIT

DELETE

DELETE ALL

PB STATUS

MISSED

RECEIVED

DIALED

TIME FORMAT

SET CLOCK

SETTINGS PAGE All HS REGISTRATION ANS. MACHINE

RING SETUP

DELETE HS

DIAL MODE

FLASH TIME

KEY TONE

CHANGE PIN

BS DEFAULT

MSG PLAYBACK

DELETE ALL

MEMO

TAM ON/OFF

TAM SETTINGS

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3.8 Text and Digit Entry Table

The following tables show you where each letter and punctuation character can be
found. This will be helpful when storing a name in the contacts or 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 within the text by / to amend the text entry.

Press to delete the last character.

Press and hold to delete the entire text string.

3.8.1 English Character Set

Key Alphanumeric Editing

(For phonebook name editing and renaming

handset)

Number Editing

(For phone

number editing,

date / time

editing)

Key

press

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th

1 space - 1 1

2 A B C 2 2

3 D E F 3 3

4 G H I 4 4

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. USE YOUR PHONE

4.1 Make an External Call

4.1.1 Preparatory Dialing

Using a handset:

Enter the phone number and press to dial the number. Press again to turn on the
speakerphone. Press to clear the entry.

Using the base:

Enter the phone number and lift up the corded handset or press to dial the number.
Press to clear the entry when entering the number.

4.1.2 Direct Dialing

Using a handset:

Press to take the line, and then enter the phone number. Press again to turn on
the speakerphone.

Using the base:

Lift up the corded handset or press to take the line and enter the phone number.

4.1.3 Call from the Contacts

Using a handset:

Press to access the contacts list and press / to select the desired
contacts entry.

Press to dial the selected entry. Press it again to turn on the speakerphone.

Using the base:

Press to access the phonebook and press / to select the desired phonebook
entry. Lift up the corded handset or press to dial out to the selected phonebook
entry. Alternatively, press to access the phonebook to get the desired
phonebook entry.

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4.1.4 Call from the Call Log

Using a handset:

Press to access the call log.

OR

Press to access the call log from the main menu.

Press / to select the desired call log entry.

Press to dial the selected call log entry. Press it again to turn on the
speakerphone.

Using the base:

Press to access the call log and press / to select the desired call log entry.
Lift up the corded handset or press to dial out to the selected call log entry.
Alternatively, press to access the Call Log from the main menu.

4.1.5 Call from the Redial List

Using a handset:

Press to access the redial list.

Press / to select the desired redial number.

Press to dial the selected redial number. Press it again to turn on the
speakerphone.

Using the base:

Press to access the redial list and press / to select the desired redial number.
Lift up the corded handset or press to dial out to the selected redial number.

4.1.6 Call Timer

Your handset or base automatically times the duration of each call. The call timer
will display a few seconds after the call has ended. It is shown in hours, minutes and

seconds format (HH:MM:SS).

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4.2 Make a Call from Direct Access Memory

Using a handset:

In idle mode, press and hold / / to dial the number pre-stored into the
keys respectively.

OR

Press , and then press and hold / / to dial the number pre-stored into the
keys respectively.

NOTES:

You need to set the direct access number rst. See section 7.3.10 for details.

If no number is stored, you will hear double beeps tone.

Using the base:

In idle mode, press / / / / , the phone will automatically dial out the telephone
number stored in the selected memory key in speakerphone mode.

4.3 Answer a Call

Using a handset:

If the handset is not on the charging cradle or the base station:

When the phone rings, press to answer a call. Press it again to turn on the
speakerphone.

If the handset is on the charging cradle or the base station and if AUTO ANS is set to be

ON: When the phone rings, pick up the handset to answer a call.

Using the base:

When there is an incoming ring, pick up the corded handset or press to answer
the call.

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