VTech DS6421 User Manual
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User’s manual
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Models:
DS6421-2/DS6421-26/
DS6421-3/DS6421-4
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Table of contents
Getting started ...........................1
Parts checklist ..............................1
Installation ....................................2
Telephone base and charger
installation .................................3
Battery installation .......................4
Battery charging ...........................5
Installation options .......................6
Tabletop to wall mount
installation ................................6
Wall mount to tabletop
installation .................................7
Handset layout .............................8
Telephone base layout .................11
Handset main menu .....................13
Bluetooth® ..................................15
Introducing Bluetooth ...................15
Glossary of terms ........................16
Bluetooth setup ............................17
Add a cell phone ..........................17
Add a headset ..............................19
Auto connection ...........................20
Connecting devices ......................21
Review the device list ...................21
Connect/Disconnect an active
device ........................................21
Remove a device ..........................22
Rename a device .........................23
Replace an active device .............24
Bluetooth connection from idle
mode .........................................24
Download directory ......................25
Interruption to directory
download ...................................27
View the directory download
information ................................27
Change PIN ..................................28
Telephone settings ....................29
Handset settings .........................29
Ringers .........................................29
Ringer volume ..............................29
Ringer tone ...................................30
Set date and time .........................31
Settings ........................................32
LCD language ..............................32
Display alerts ................................33
CID time synchronization .............36
Rename handsets ........................36
Key tone .......................................37
Dial mode .....................................37
Voice Announce® caller ID ...........38
Website.........................................39
Home area code ...........................39
Cell area code ..............................40
Telephone base settings ..............41
Answering system settings...........41
Telephone operation ..................42
Make, answer or end a home
call ............................................42
Call waiting on the home line .......43
Make, answer or end a cell call ...44
Call waiting on the cell line ...........44
Answer a cell call while on a
home call ...................................45
Cell phone voicemail ....................45
Answer a home call while on
a cell call ...................................45
Conference home and cell calls ...46
Using the home and cell lines
together .....................................46
Handset speakerphone ................47
Volume control .............................47
Silence the ringer .........................47
Mute .............................................47
Temporary tone dialing .................48
Hold ..............................................48
Handset locator ............................48
Equalizer.......................................49
Transfer a call ...............................49
Chain dialing.................................50
Redial list ......................................51
Review the redial list ....................51
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Dial a redial entry .........................51
Save a redial entry to the
directory ....................................52
Delete a redial entry .....................52
Multiple handset use .................53
Share an outside call ....................53
Intercom .......................................53
Answer an incoming call during
an intercom call .........................54
Transfer a call using intercom ......55
Push-to-talk (PTT) ........................56
PTT on/off ....................................56
PTT to a single handset ...............57
PTT to multiple handsets .............58
Answer a PTT call ........................59
Change a one-to-one PTT to
intercom call ..............................59
End a PTT call ..............................60
Answer an incoming call during
a PTT call ..................................60
Make an outgoing call during
a PTT call ..................................60
Directory .....................................61
About the directory .......................61
Create a new entry in the home
directory ....................................62
Review the directory.....................63
3-character alphabetical search...63
Dial a directory entry ....................64
Edit a directory entry ....................64
Edit the type of a directory
entry ..........................................65
Delete a directory entry ................65
Remove a downloaded
directory ....................................65
Speed dial ....................................66
Assign a speed dial slot ...............66
Reassign a speed dial slot ...........66
Dial a speed dial entry .................66
Delete a speed dial entry .............67
Caller ID .......................................68
About caller ID ..............................68
Information about caller ID with
call waiting ................................68
Caller ID history ............................69
Memory match ............................69
Review the caller ID log ..............70
View dialing options .....................71
Dial a caller ID log entry ..............71
Save a caller ID log entry to the
directory ....................................72
Delete from the caller ID log .........73
Caller ID log display screen
messages ..................................73
Answering system settings ......74
Answer on/off ...............................74
Announcement .............................75
Play your announcement .............75
Record your own
announcement ..........................75
Delete your announcement ..........76
Answering system setup ..............77
Call screening ..............................77
Number of rings ............................78
Remote access code ...................79
Message alert tone.......................80
Recording time .............................80
Answering system operation ....81
Answering system and voicemail
indicators ..................................81
Using the answering system and
voicemail together .....................81
Message capacity ........................82
Voice prompts ..............................82
Call screening ..............................82
Call intercept ................................82
Temporarily turning off the
message alert tone ...................83
Message playback .......................83
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Delete all old messages ...............85
Record and play memos ..............85
Message window displays............86
Remote access ............................87
Appendix .....................................88
Display screen messages ............88
Handset and telephone base
indicators ..................................93
Battery ..........................................95
Expand your telephone system ....96
Add and register a handset ..........96
Deregister handsets .....................97
Troubleshooting ............................98
Important safety instructions ........108
Precautions for users of
implanted cardiac pacemakers ...109
Operating range ...........................109
Maintenance .................................109
Energy-saving charging mode .....110
About cordless telephones...........111
The RBRC® seal ..........................111
Limited warranty ...........................112
FCC, ACTA and IC regulations
Technical specications ...............116
Index ............................................117
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Getting started
Parts checklist
Your telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and
original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
Quick st art guide
Quick star t guide
Batte ry
compartme nt cover s
(2 for DS6 421-2 /DS 64 21-2 6)
(3 f or DS6 421-3)
(4 f or DS6 421- 4)
Bluetoot h
quick sta rt guide
Bluetooth
quick start guide
Batte ries
(2 for DS6 421-2 /DS 64 21-2 6)
(3 f or DS6 421-3)
(4 f or DS6 421- 4)
User’s manu al
Tele phone
line cord
Wall m ount bracket
Tele phone base
power adapter
Charg er and
power adapter
(1 f or DS6 421- 2/ DS6 421-26)
(2 for DS6 421-3)
(3 f or DS6 421-4)
To purchase a replacement battery or power adapter, visit our website at
www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to
www.vtechcanada.com or dial 1 (800) 267-7377.
Tele phone base
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Handsets
(2 for DS6 421-2 /DS 64 21-2 6)
(3 f or DS6 421-3)
(4 f or DS6 421- 4)
Getting started
Installation
Install the telephone base close to a telephone jack and a power outlet not
connected to a wall switch. For optimum range and better reception, place
the telephone base in a central and open location.
When using a Bluetooth wireless technology enabled cell phone with this
telephone, make sure the cell phone is within 15 feet of the telephone base to
maintain a reliable connection between the cell phone and telephone base.
This product may be shipped with protective stickers covering the handsets
and telephone base displays. Remove them before use.
Avoid placing the telephone base too close to:
Communication devices such as personal computers, computer routers,
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television sets, VCRs, wireless routers (wireless broadband, Wi-Fi, or
802.11) or other cordless telephones.
Excessive heat sources.
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Noise sources such as a window with trafc outside, motors, microwave
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ovens, refrigerators, or uorescent lighting.
Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.
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Excessive moisture.
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Extremely low temperature.
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Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of a washing machine or
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work bench.
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Getting started
Telephone base and charger installation
Install the telephone base and charger(s) as shown below.
Make sure that the electrical outlet is not controlled by a wall switch.
If you subscribe to digital subscriber line (DSL) high-speed Internet service
through your telephone line, you must install a DSL lter between the
telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack. The lter prevents noise and
caller ID problems caused by DSL interference. Contact your DSL service
provider for more information about DSL lters.
Elect ri cal outlet
not controlled
by a wall switch
Tele phone
wall jac k
Tele phone
base power
adapter
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Telepho ne
line cord
A D SL filte r
(not included )
is required
if you have
DSL high
speed Internet
service
Charg er
Tele phone base
Use only the power adapters supplied with this product. To order a
replacement, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call
1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or dial
1 (800) 267-7377.
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.
Power
adapter
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Getting started
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Battery installation
Install the battery as shown below.
Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset
1.
battery compartment, matching the color-coded label.
Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires
2.
inside the battery compartment.
Align the cover at against the battery compartment, then slide it towards
3.
the center of the handset until it clicks into place.
Charge the handset by placing it in the telephone base or charger. The
4.
CHARGE light is on when the handset is charging.
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3
If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the
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battery to prevent possible leakage.
To purchase a replacement battery, visit our website at
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www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to
www.vtechcanada.com or dial 1 (800) 267-7377.
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CHARGE light
2
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Getting started
Battery charging
Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status
(see the table below). If necessary, place the handset in the telephone base
or charger to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in
the telephone base or charger when not in use. The battery is fully charged
after 16 hours of continuous charging. See the table on page 95 for battery
operating times.
If the screen is blank, you need to charge the handset without interruption for
at least 30 minutes to give the handset enough charge to use the telephone
for a short time. When the battery is low, the handset shows Low battery
along with a ashing . If you are on a call in low battery mode, the handset
beeps every minute.
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 and ashes.
The screen shows
Low battery and
ashes.
The screen shows
HANDSET X.
Battery has no or very
little charge. The handset
cannot be used.
Battery has enough
charge to be used for a
short time.
Battery is charged. To keep the battery charged,
Charge without interruption
until the screen shows
HANDSET X (at least
30 minutes).
Charge without interruption
until the screen shows
HANDSET X (at least
30 minutes).
place it in the telephone base
or charger when not in use.
After you install your telephone or power returns following
a power outage, the handset will prompt you to set the
date and time. For instructions, see Set date and time
on page 31. To skip setting the date and time, press
OFF/CANCEL or BACK.
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SET DATE
09/30/09
MM/DD/YY
BACK
SET
Getting started
Installation options
Your telephone base is ready for tabletop use. If you want to mount yourIf you want to mount your
telephone on a wall, use the provided wall mount bracket to connect with
a standard dual-stud telephone wall mounting plate. If you do not have this
mounting plate, you can purchase one from many hardware or consumer
electronics retailers. You may need a professional to install the mounting plate.
Tabletop to wall mount installation
Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the
1.
bottom of the telephone base. Plug the small end of the telephone base
power adapter into the POWER jack on the bottom of the telephone base.
Position the lower portion grooves on the telephone base to the lower
2.
portion tabs (marked B) on the wall mount bracket. Make sure the upper
portion grooves of the telephone base are above the upper portion tabs
(marked A) on the wall mount bracket. Push the telephone base down
until it clicks securely in place.
Route the telephone line cord (or DSL lter) through the wall mount
3.
bracket hole and plug it into the telephone wall jack. Route the power cord
out of the bottom of the telephone and plug it into an electrical outlet not
controlled by a wall switch.
Align the holes on the bracket with the standard wall plate and slide the
4.
bracket down until it locks securely. Bundle the telephone line cord and
power adapter cord neatly with twist ties.
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3
2
4
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Getting started
Wall mount to tabletop installation
If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie
1.
them rst.
Slide the black wall mount bracket up and remove it from the wall plate.
2.
Unplug the telephone line cord (or DSL lter) from the wall. Unplug the
power adapter from the power outlet.
Slide the telephone base up and remove it from the wall mount bracket.
3.
See Telephone base and charger installation on page 3.
4.
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Getting started
Handset layout
CHARGE light
On when the hand set is char gi ng in the tele phone base or
charg er.
Softkeys (2)
Pre ss to se lect a menu item di splayed abo ve the key.
While in a menu, press to se le ct an item, or save an entry
or setting.
/CELL
Pre ss to make or answer a cell cal l ( page 44).
Durin g a cell ca ll, pres s t o a nswer an incomin g c all when
you hear a cal l waiting alert (page 44).
Flash es quickly wh en th ere is an incoming cell call.
Flash es slowl y whe n a ce ll call is on hold.
/H OM E/FLASH
Pre ss to make or answer a hom e cal l ( page 42).
Durin g a ho me ca ll, pres s t o a nswer an incomin g c all
when you he ar a c all wait ing aler t (page 43).
Flash es quickly wh en th ere is an incoming home call.
Flash es slowl y whe n a ho me call is on hold.
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While re viewi ng a c aller ID lo g entry, press repe ate dl y to
add or remo ve 1 in front of the te lepho ne number before
diali ng or savin g i t i n t he di recto ry (p age 71).
Pre ss to switc h to t one dialin g tempor arily du ring a c all if
you have pul se serv ice (pag e 48).
Pre ss to toggle the na me order when saving a call er ID
entry into th e d irector y (page 72).
Pre ss to make or answer a hom e cal l u sing the hand set
speakerpho ne (page 42).
Durin g a call, messag e o r a nnoun ce ment playba ck , p ress
to switc h b et wee n t he sp eakerphone an d t he handset
(page 47).
REDIAL/PAUSE
Press to review the redial list (page 51).
While dialing or entering numbers into the directory,
press and hold to insert a dialing pause (page 62).
Durin g a n o utside call, inter com c all, mes sage or
annou nc ement pl ayb ack, press to ch ange the qual it y o f t he
audio to be st suit you r h earin g ( pag e 49).
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Handset layout (continued)
VOL/ /
While in a menu, press to sc ro ll up.
Durin g a call or me ssage pl aybac k, press to incr ease the
liste ning volume (page 47 or pa ge 84).
When the hand set is not in use, press to enter the
direc tory (page 63).
When ent ering nu mbers and nam es in the dire ct or y, p ress
to move t he cursor to the le ft .
MUTE/DELETE
While on a call, press to mute the microphone (page 47).
While reviewing the caller ID log, directory or redial list, press
to delete an individual entry (page 73, page 65 and page 52
respectively).
Press to delete digits when predialing (page 42).
While en terin g o r e diting a dire ctory entr y, pre ss to erase
a d igit or character.
While th e handset is rin ging, pr es s to silenc e t he ri nger
tempo raril y.
Durin g m es sage or ann ounceme nt playback , press to
delet e a me ssage or an nouncem ent.
OFF/CANCEL
Durin g a call, pres s to hang u p ( pag e 42 and page 44).
While th e handset is rin ging, pr es s to silenc e t he ri nger
tempo raril y ( page 47).
Pre ss an d h old whil e the telepho ne is not in use to era se th e
displaye d mes sages (XX Missed calls an d D ownlo ad fa il).
While in a menu, press to exit witho ut making cha nges or
press an d h ol d to retu rn to idle mode.
VOL/ /CID
While in a menu, press to sc ro ll down.
Durin g a call or me ssage pl aybac k, press to decr ease the
liste ning volume (page 47 or pa ge 84).
When the hand set is not in use, press to review th e c aller
ID log (pag e 70).
When ent ering nu mbers and nam es in the dire ct or y, p ress
to move t he cursor to the ri ght.
# (pound key)
While re viewing a c aller ID lo g e ntry or a director y ent ry,
press re peate dly to show ot her dial ing opti ons
(page 71 and page 64 resp ec tively).
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Getting started
Handset layout (continued)
PUSH TO TALK (PT T)
Pre ss to be gin a on e- to -o ne or one-to-group
broad ca st (page 57 and page 5 8).
Pre ss an d hol d t o b roadcas t to a grou p of
handsets w hen the handset is no t i n use
(page 58).
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Getting started
Telephone base layout
REPEAT/
Press to repeat a message
or press twice to play the
previous message
(page 83).
/FIND HANDSET
Press to page all system
handsets (page 48).
/ANS ON/OFF
Press to turn the answering
system on or off (page 74).
DELETE/X
Press to delete the message
currently playing (page 83).
When the phone is not in
use, press twice to delete all
previously reviewed messages
(page 85).
SKIP/
Press to skip to the
next message
(page 83).
PLAY/STOP/
Press to play
messages (page 83).
Press to stop message
playback (page 83).
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Getting started
Telephone base layout (continued)
D1/D2 lights
On when the telephone base is paired and
connected with a Bluetooth device.
Flashes when there is an incoming cell call.
Alternate when the telephone base is in
discoverable mode.
/VOL /
Press to adjust the
volume during message
playback (page 83).
When the phone is not in
use, press to adjust the
telephone base ringer
volume (page 41).
IN USE light
On when the handset
or headset is in use.
Flashes when another
telephone sharing the
same line is in use or
on hold.
Flashes quickly when
there is an incoming
home call.
Message window
Shows the number of
messages and other
answering system
information (page 86).
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Getting started
Handset main menu
To enter the main menu:
Press MENU when the handset is not in use.
1.
Press
2.
enter that menu.
To return to the previous menu, press OFF/CANCEL.
To return to idle mode, press and hold OFF/CANCEL.
or
to highlight a handset feature menu, then press
SELECT
to
Play messa ge s - play message s from
the answ ering sy stem.
Play messages
Answe ring sys
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
BACK
SELECT
Directory - store and sea rch for
names and num bers.
Play messages
Answe ring sys
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
BACK
SELECT
Intercom - make inter co m cal ls to a
system handse t.
Play messages
Answe ring sys
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
BACK
SELECT
Answe ring sys - recor d mem os
and change yo ur answering system
setting s.
Play messages
Answe ring sys
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
BACK
SELECT
Caller ID log - revie w t he ca ller ID
histo ry or delete all call er ID log
entri es.
Play messages
Answe ring sys
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
BACK
SELECT
Bluetoo th - set up and man age your
Bluetooth enabled devices .
Answe ring sys
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
Bluet ooth
BACK
SELECT
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Getting started
Handset main menu (continued)
Ringers - set up ringer s for th e hom e
and cell line s.
Directory
Caller ID log
Intercom
Bluet ooth
Ringers
BACK
SELECT
Sett ings - c hange your telepho ne
setting s.
Intercom
Bluet ooth
Ringers
Set date/time
Settings
BACK
SELECT
Set d at e/ ti me - set up the dat e a nd
time of you r t elephone.
Caller ID log
Intercom
Bluet ooth
Ringers
Set date/time
BACK
SELECT
Websi te - dis plays th e VTec h websit e
addre ss.
Bluet ooth
Ringers
Set date/time
Settings
Website
BACK
SELECT
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Bluetooth
Introducing Bluetooth
Your new DS6421 telephone system with Bluetooth wireless technology has
the following features:
Pair up to four Bluetooth enabled devices (cell phones or headsets) with
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the telephone base.
Connect a maximum of two cell phones to make and receive cell calls.
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Only one cell phone can be active on a call at a time.
Connect one Bluetooth enabled headset for making and receiving
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home calls.
Conference cell and home calls.
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Make and receive calls using your cell phone plan while utilizing the ease
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and comfort of your home telephone system.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
After plugging in the telephone base, wait at least 20 seconds before
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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 (a maximum
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of approximately 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 DS6421 cannot
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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 DS6421 cell line. In order for this to work, the telephone base
must be within 30 feet of the cell phone.
Charge your cell phone while it is connected to the telephone base.
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Your cell phone's battery will discharge faster while it is connected to the
telephone base via Bluetooth wireless technology.
Monitor your cell phone's usage because minutes are deducted from your
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cellular plan for the duration of all cell calls.
Refer to Bluetooth setup (page 17) to learn how to set up and manage your
Bluetooth enabled devices. Refer to Telephone operation (page 42) on how
to operate your Bluetooth devices with your new DS6421 telephone system
with Bluetooth wireless technology. Refer to Troubleshooting (page 98) if
you experience difculty using the telephone system.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by 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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Bluetooth
Glossary of terms
Below are some terms used in this user’s manual to help you become
familiar with using your Bluetooth enabled devices and your new
DS6421 telephone system.
Active device slots - the Device list has two active slots for two cell
phones, or one cell phone and one headset. When a device on the list
is active, D1 or D2 displays in front of the device name. In order to use a
Bluetooth device on a call, it must be in an active slot and be connected.
Bluetooth cell phone - refers to a Bluetooth enabled cellular telephone.
Cell line - the telephone line associated with your cell phone service. On
your DS6421 handset, press /CELL to use the cell line.
Connected - when you pair a Bluetooth device to the DS6421, it is placed
in an active slot and automatically connected. When a device is connected,
1 and/or 2 displays after on the handset and the D1 and/or D2 light on the
telephone base is on. If a device loses its connection to the telephone base, it
must be reconnected before you can use the device with the DS6421.
Disconnected - when a device is disconnected, 1 and/or 2 displays after
on the handset and the D1 and/or D2 light on the telephone base is off.
Discoverable mode - before a Bluetooth enabled device can be paired, it
must be set to this mode. When pairing your cell phone, the telephone base
will be set to this mode. When pairing a headset, the headset must be set to
this mode. Depending on the manufacturer, this mode is sometimes referred
to as Find Me or Visibility.
Home line - your conventional telephone land line. On your DS6421 handset,
press /HOME/FLASH to use the home line.
Paired devices - once Bluetooth enabled devices have been paired with the
telephone base, they appear on the device list. A maximum of four devices
can be paired with the telephone base.
Pairing - this refers to the process of Bluetooth enabled devices registering
device information with each other. The telephone base must be paired with a
Bluetooth enabled cell phone or headset before the Bluetooth device can be
used. Depending on the manufacturer, this is also referred to as Bonding.
PIN - by default, the PIN is 0000 for the telephone base and for most
Bluetooth devices. PIN information must be exchanged between
Bluetooth devices before they can be used. This is also known as a
Passkey or Passcode.
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Bluetooth
Bluetooth setup
To use a Bluetooth enabled cell phone or headset with your DS6421, you
must rst pair and connect your Bluetooth device(s) with the telephone base.
All DS6421 handsets can be used to make or answer on the cell phone line.
Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (30 feet). When
you pair a Bluetooth cell phone or Bluetooth headset to the telephone base,
move closer to the telephone base to maintain sufcient signal strength.
Add a cell phone
Before you begin, make sure that you have cellular coverage and your
Bluetooth enabled cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth
devices. Refer to your cell phone user's manual to learn how to search for or
add new Bluetooth devices.
To pair and connect a cell phone:
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
3.
Press
SELECT
to choose Add device, then press
to choose Add cellular. The handset
SELECT
displays Please wait... followed by 1. If cell is
connected to BT device, please disconnect it.
If there are already four paired devices on the
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device list, the 4th device on the device list will be
automatically removed, regardless of whether the
new device pairing is successful or not (page 24).
If there are already two active devices on the device
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list with prex D1: or D2:, the handset shows Only
2 devices can be ready for connection. You are
prompted to deactivate an active device.
Press NEXT. The handset displays 2. Place cell
4.
phone next to base.
All devices that are connected to the telephone
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base are disconnected until the pairing process
is completed.
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Add device
Device list
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Add cellular
Add headset
BACK
SELECT
BLUETOOTH
SELECT
ADD DEVICE
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Add a cell phone (continued)
Press NEXT to turn on the telephone base
5.
discoverable mode. The handset displays Set cell
to search base: VTech DS6421 discoverable PIN:
0000. Promptly turn on the Bluetooth feature of your
cell phone and search for or add new devices.
Your cell phone may require a passcode. In this
•
case, the handset displays Check cellular. ENTER
PASS CODE. Enter the cell phone passcode into
the handset and press SET to save.
Enter the PIN of the telephone base (the default PIN
6.
is 0000) into your cell phone to continue the pairing
process. The handset displays Adding Cell Phone A
to device list...
When a device is successfully connected, the handset
7.
displays Cell Phone A is added and connected
to base. You hear a conrmation tone. The
corresponding status icon ( 1 or 2) displays. The
corresponding device light on the telephone base (D1
or D2) turns on.
If you have trouble pairing your cell phone, it may not
be compatible with your DS6421. Check the Bluetooth compatibility list
at www.vtechphones.com.
The pairing process may take up to one minute. If the pairing process fails,
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try again.
The steps for the pairing process may vary for different cell phones. If
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this happens, follow the prompts on your cell phone and your DS6421 to
complete the pairing process.
If you put the handset back in the telephone base or charger while pairing,
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the pairing is canceled and the handset returns to idle mode.
Set cell to
search base:
VTech DS6421
discoverable
PIN:0000
Adding
Cell Phone A
to device
list...
Cell Phone A
is added
and connected
to base.
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Bluetooth
Add a headset
Before you begin, make sure that your Bluetooth enabled
headset is not connected to any other Bluetooth device.
Refer to your headset user's manual to learn how to
search for or add new Bluetooth devices.
To pair and connect a headset:
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press
3.
4.
SELECT
Press or to highlight Add headset, then
press SELECT. The handset displays If headset is
connected to cell, please disconnect it.
Press NEXT.
When there is already an active headset, the
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handset shows Only 1 headset in device list can
be ready for connection and then prompt you to
replace an existing paired device (page 24).
When there are already two active devices, the
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handset shows Only 2 devices can be ready for
connection. The telephone base will deactivate
another headset from an active slot automatically.
The handset displays Pls set headset to
5.
discoverable mode, then press NEXT.
All devices that are connected to the telephone
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base are temporarily disconnected.
The handset displays Searching for Bluetooth
6.
headsets... Set your headset to discoverable mode
(refer to the user’s manual of your headset).
When the handset displays the found devices, press
7.
or to highlight a desired headset and then
press SELECT.
Enter the PIN of your headset. The PIN for most
8.
Bluetooth devices is 0000 (refer to the user’s manual
of your headset). Then press NEXT. The handset
displays Adding Headset A to device list... when the
base is connecting to your headset.
to choose Add device.
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Add cellular
Add headset
BACK
If headset is
connected to
cell, please
disconnect it.
Pls set headset
to discoverable
mode
BAC K NEXT
Searching for
FOUND DEVICES
Headset A
Headset B
SELECT
ADD DEVICE
SELECT
NEXT
Bluetooth
headsets...
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SELECT
Bluetooth
Add a headset (continued)
When a device is successfully connected, the handset
9.
displays Headset A is added and connected to
base and the corresponding status icon ( 1 or 2).
You hear a conrmation tone. The corresponding light
on the telephone base (D1 or D2) turns on.
If you have trouble pairing your headset, it may be not
compatible with your DS6421. Check the Bluetooth
compatibility list at www.vtechphones.com.
The pairing process may take up to one minute. If the
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pairing process fails, try again.
If you put the handset back in the telephone base or
•
charger while pairing, the process discontinues and
the handset returns to idle mode.
Auto connection
An active device may be disconnected from the telephone base when:
The Bluetooth feature of your connected cell phone is turned off.
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The power of your device is turned off.
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Your Bluetooth device is not within range of the telephone base.
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When the Bluetooth feature or power on the device is turned on, or it moves
within range of the base, the base will try to reconnect to the Bluetooth
device. If you disconnect the device through the device list, the base will not
attempt to reconnect unless your device is moved out of range and back in
range again.
Adding
Headset A
to device
list...
Headset A
is added
and connected
to base.
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Bluetooth
Connecting devices
Up to four devices can be paired to the telephone base. All paired devices are
shown on the device list. To use a paired device, it must be in an active slot
(D1 or D2) on the device list and connected. Only one Bluetooth cell phone or
a headset can be on a call at a time.
Once you have paired a device with the telephone base, you do not need
to repeat the pairing procedure again unless you delete the device from the
device list.
When connecting a Bluetooth device to the device list, all connected devices
will be temporarily disconnected until the procedure is complete. It may take
up to two minutes to reconnect.
Review the device list
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight Device list, then
3.
press SELECT.
Connect/Disconnect an active device
While in the device list menu, you may connect or
disconnect your devices.
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight Device list, then
3.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight a device when necessary,
4.
then press OPTION.
Press or to highlight Connect/Disconnect
5.
(whichever is applicable), then press
SELECT to conrm. The handset displays Device
connected/Device disconnected. You hear a
conrmation tone.
When your device is connected, you will be prompted to
select Disconnect. When your device is disconnected,
you will be prompted to select Connect.
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Device list
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BACK
D1:Headset A
D2:Cell Phone A
Cell Phone B
Cell Phone C
BACK
Connect
Remove
Rename
BACK
SELECT
BLUETOOTH
SELECT
1
DEVICE LIST
OPTION
1
Headset A
SELECT
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Bluetooth
Remove a device
When you already have the maximum of four paired devices on the device list
and you want to add another device, you must rst delete a device from the
device list.
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight Device list, then
3.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight a desired device when
4.
necessary, then press MUTE/DELETE.
- OR -
Press or to highlight a desired device when
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necessary, then press OPTION.
Press or to highlight Remove, then
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press SELECT.
The handset displays Remove Headset A? Press YES
5.
to conrm. The handset displays Device removed
from device list. You hear a conrmation tone.
BLUETOOTH
Add device
Device list
Download dir
Change PIN
BACK
D1:Headset A
D2:Cell Phone A
BACK
Connect
Remove
Rename
BACK
SELECT
1
DEVICE LIST
OPTION
1
Headset A
SELECT
1
Remove
Headset A
?
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NO YES
Device removed
from
device list.
Bluetooth
Rename a device
You can change the name of a device on the device list.
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight Device list, then
3.
press SELECT.
Press or to choose a desired device when
4.
necessary, then press OPTION.
Press or to highlight Rename, then press
5.
SELECT. The handset displays ENTER NEW NAME.
Use the dialing keys to edit the name (up to
6.
15 characters).
Press MUTE /DELETE to erase a character.
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Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to erase
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all characters.
Press to move the cursor to the right or to
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the left.
Press SAVE. The handset displays Device renamed.
7.
You hear a conrmation tone.
BLUETOOTH
Add device
Device list
Download dir
Change PIN
BACK
D1:Headset A
D2:Cell Phone A
BACK
Connect
Remove
Rename
BACK
ENTER NEW NAME
SELECT
1
DEVICE LIST
OPTION
1
Headset A
SELECT
1
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Headset A
-- ---
SAVE
Bluetooth
Replace an active device
If you already have two active devices on the device list
and you want to activate a different device, you must
deactivate one of the two active devices.
To replace an active device:
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight Device list, then
3.
press SELECT.
Press
4.
activate, without a prex D1: or D2:, then
press OPTION
Press or to highlight Connect,
5.
SELECT
be ready for connection and then a list of devices
for deactivation.
Press or to highlight the device to be deactivated,
6.
then press NEXT. The handset displays
Cell Phone/Headset A is deactivated and you hear a
conrmation tone. The handset displays Connecting
Cell Phone/Headset B to the base...
Depending on your cell phone settings, you may
7.
need to press a key on your cell phone to conrm
the connection. When the new device is successfully
activated and connected, the handset displays Device
connected. You hear a conrmation tone.
or
to highlight the device you want to
.
then press
. The handset displays Only 2 devices can
BLUETOOTH
Add device
Device list
Download dir
Change PIN
BACK
D1:Headset A
D2:Cell Phone A
Cell Phone B
Cell Phone C
BACK
Connect
Remove
Rename
BACK
Cell Phone B
to the base...
SELECT
1
DEVICE LIST
OPTION
1
Cell Phone B
SELECT
Connecting
Bluetooth connection from idle mode
When you have active devices that are not connected,
CONNECT
to start connecting an active device. When there are two
active devices, the handset will prompt you to choose one
before connection.
appears on the idle handset. Press
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CONNECT
1
HANDSET
--:-- --/--
CONNECT
1
MENU
Bluetooth
Download directory
You can download up to four cell phone directories (phonebooks) to
your DS6421 telephone system via Bluetooth wireless technology. Each
downloaded directory can store up to 1,500 entries with up to 30 digits for
each phone number and 15 characters for each name.
Before downloading the directory, make sure the cell phone is paired, active
and connected to the DS6421. Make sure the handset battery is charged for
at least 10 minutes.
Place your cell phone next to the telephone base when you download a
cell phone directory to your DS6421.
To download a cell phone directory:
Press MENU on the handset when it is not in use.
1.
Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then
2.
press SELECT.
Press or to highlight Download dir, then
3.
press SELECT.
If there is no cell phone paired to the system, the
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handset displays Device list is empty. Press OK to
return to the Bluetooth menu.
Press or to highlight a desired device, then
4.
press SELECT.
If the selected device is active but disconnected, the
•
handset displays Cellular phone not connected.
Press CONNECT.
Press or to highlight one of the following options:
5.
Phone memory - download all contacts stored in
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your phone memory.
SIM card only - download all contacts stored in
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your SIM card.
Phone and SIM - download all contacts stored in
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both your phone memory and SIM card.
Press SELECT. During the download, the handset
displays the progress. All other idle system handsets
display Downloading dir.
Your cell phone may require a passcode. In this
•
case, the handset displays Check cellular. ENTER
PASS CODE. Enter the cell phone passcode into
the handset and press SET to save.
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Bluetooth
BACK
Add device
Device list
Download dir
Change PIN
BACK
DOWNLOAD DIR
D1:Cell Phone A
D2:Cell Phone B
BACK
DOWNLOAD FROM
Phone m emory
SIM card only
Phone a nd SIM
BACK
SELECT
BLUETOOTH
SELECT
1
SELECT
1
SELECT
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