VTech DS6421 User Manual

User’s manual

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Models: DS6421-2/DS6421-26/ DS6421-3/DS6421-4

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TIA-1083

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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

Table of contents

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

Table of contents

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 specications ...............116

Index ............................................117

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iii

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

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,

•

television sets, VCRs, wireless routers (wireless broadband, Wi-Fi, or

802.11) or other cordless telephones. Excessive heat sources.

•

Noise sources such as a window with trafc outside, motors, microwave

•

ovens, refrigerators, or uorescent lighting.

Excessive dust sources such as a workshop or garage.

•

Excessive moisture.

•

Extremely low temperature.

•

Mechanical vibration or shock such as on top of a washing machine or

•

work bench.

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

•

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

Getting started

Battery installation

Install the battery as shown below.

Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset

battery compartment, matching the color-coded label. Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires

inside the battery compartment.

Align the cover at against the battery compartment, then slide it towards

the center of the handset until it clicks into place. Charge the handset by placing it in the telephone base or charger. The

CHARGE light is on when the handset is charging.

If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the

• battery to prevent possible leakage.

To purchase a replacement battery, 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.

CHARGE light

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).

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.

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.

Getting started

Wall mount to tabletop installation

If the telephone line cord and power adapter cord are bundled, untie

them rst.

Slide the black wall mount bracket up and remove it from the wall plate.

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.

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.

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).

Getting started

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).

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).

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).

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).

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.

to highlight a handset feature menu, then press

SELECT

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

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

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

• the telephone base.

Connect a maximum of two cell phones to make and receive cell calls.

• Only one cell phone can be active on a call at a time.

Connect one Bluetooth enabled headset for making and receiving

• home calls.

Conference cell and home calls.

• Make and receive calls using your cell phone plan while utilizing the ease

• and comfort of your home telephone system.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

After plugging in the telephone base, wait at least 20 seconds before

• connecting a Bluetooth device. The screen shows Bluetooth system busy if you try to connect too soon.

Refer to the user's manual of your Bluetooth enabled cell phone or

• headset for more information about how that device uses Bluetooth connectivity.

Bluetooth wireless technology operates within a short range (a maximum

• 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

• 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.

• 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

• 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 difculty 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.

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.

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 sufcient 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.

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

• 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

• list with prex 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

phone next to base.

All devices that are connected to the telephone

• base are disconnected until the pairing process is completed.

Answering sys Directory Caller ID log Intercom

Bluetooth BACK

Add device

Device list Download dir Change PIN

BACK

Add cellular

Add headset

BACK

SELECT

BLUETOOTH

SELECT

ADD DEVICE

SELECT

Bluetooth

Add a cell phone (continued)

Press NEXT to turn on the telephone base

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

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

displays Cell Phone A is added and connected

to base. You hear a conrmation 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,

• try again.

The steps for the pairing process may vary for different cell phones. If

• 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,

• 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.

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.

Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then

press SELECT. Press

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

•

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

•

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

discoverable mode, then press NEXT.

All devices that are connected to the telephone

• base are temporarily disconnected.

The handset displays Searching for Bluetooth

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

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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Bluetooth BACK

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

Bluetooth

headsets...

BACK

SELECT

Bluetooth

Add a headset (continued)

When a device is successfully connected, the handset

displays Headset A is added and connected to base and the corresponding status icon ( 1 or 2). You hear a conrmation 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

• 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.

• The power of your device is turned off.

• Your Bluetooth device is not within range of the telephone base.

•

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.

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 conrm. The handset displays Device

connected/Device disconnected. You hear a

conrmation 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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Bluetooth BACK

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

SELECT

BLUETOOTH

SELECT

DEVICE LIST

OPTION

Headset A

SELECT

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

•

necessary, then press OPTION. Press or to highlight Remove, then

•

press SELECT.

The handset displays Remove Headset A? Press YES

to conrm. The handset displays Device removed from device list. You hear a conrmation tone.

BLUETOOTH Add device

Device list

Download dir Change PIN

BACK

D1:Headset A

D2:Cell Phone A

BACK

Connect

Remove

Rename

BACK

SELECT

DEVICE LIST

OPTION

Headset A

SELECT

Remove

Headset A

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.

Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then

press SELECT. Press or to highlight Device list, then

press SELECT. Press or to choose a desired device when

necessary, then press OPTION. Press or to highlight Rename, then press

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.

•

Press and hold MUTE/DELETE to erase

• all characters.

Press to move the cursor to the right or to

• the left.

Press SAVE. The handset displays Device renamed.

You hear a conrmation 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

DEVICE LIST

OPTION

Headset A

SELECT

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.

Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then

press SELECT. Press or to highlight Device list, then

press SELECT. Press

activate, without a prex D1: or D2:, then press OPTION

Press or to highlight Connect,

SELECT

be ready for connection and then a list of devices

for deactivation. Press or to highlight the device to be deactivated,

then press NEXT. The handset displays Cell Phone/Headset A is deactivated and you hear a

conrmation tone. The handset displays Connecting Cell Phone/Headset B to the base...

Depending on your cell phone settings, you may

need to press a key on your cell phone to conrm

the connection. When the new device is successfully activated and connected, the handset displays Device

connected. You hear a conrmation tone.

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

DEVICE LIST

OPTION

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

CONNECT

HANDSET

--:-- --/--

CONNECT

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.

Press or to highlight Bluetooth, then

press SELECT. Press or to highlight Download dir, then

press SELECT.

If there is no cell phone paired to the system, the

•

handset displays Device list is empty. Press OK to return to the Bluetooth menu.

Press or to highlight a desired device, then

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:

Phone memory - download all contacts stored in

•

your phone memory.

SIM card only - download all contacts stored in

•

your SIM card.

Phone and SIM - download all contacts stored in

•

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

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