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Congratulations on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this telephone, please read the Important safety instructions on page 90 of this manual. This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting necessary to install and operate your new VTech telephone. Please review this manual thoroughly to ensure proper installation and operation of this innovative and feature rich VTech product. For support, shopping, and everything new at VTech, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com.
Table of contents Getting started..........................1 Parts checklist.............................1 Important notes...........................2 Installation...................................2 Cleaning tips for your touch screen telephone.....................2 Telephone base installation........3 Battery installation .....................4 Battery charging..........................5 Handset layout............................6 Telephone base layout................7 Handset main menu...................
Table of contents Volume control............................47 Silence the ringer........................47 Mute............................................47 Infrared sensor............................48 Hold.............................................48 Handset locator...........................48 Chain dialing...............................49 Redial list.....................................50 Review the redial list...................50 Dial a redial entry........................
Getting started Parts checklist Your telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. Telephone line cord Telephone base power adapter Telephone base Battery Cleaning cloth Handset User’s manual Battery compartment cover Quick start guide To purchase a replacement battery or power adapter, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511.
Getting started Important notes Auto keylock: To prevent accidental key presses, the handset keys automatically lock after 10 seconds without presses. Press the UNLOCK softkey to unlock the keypad (see page 23). Dialing 911: You must unlock the keypad before you can dial 911 or any other number on the handset. HANDSET X On Press UNLOCK to use keys UNLOCK When the handset is idle, the backlight is off.
Getting started Telephone base installation Install the telephone base as shown below. The telephone base is designed for tabletop use only. 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 filter between the telephone line cord and the telephone wall jack. The filter prevents noise and caller ID problems caused by DSL interference.
Getting started Battery installation Install the battery as shown below. 1. If the battery compartment cover is on the handset, press on the triangle and slide the cover to remove. 2. Plug the battery connector securely into the socket inside the handset battery compartment, matching the color-coded label. 3. Place the battery with the label THIS SIDE UP facing up and the wires inside the battery compartment. 4.
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 to charge the battery. For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base when not in use. The battery is fully charged after 16 hours of continuous charging. See the table on page 77 for battery operating times.
Getting started Handset layout Infrared sensor When the infrared sensor is covered during a call, all keys on the dial pad are disabled (page 48). CID/ VOL-/ When the handset is not in use, press to review the call log (page 63). During a call, press to decrease the listening volume (page 47). While in a menu, press to scroll down. Softkeys (2) Press to select a menu item displayed above the key. / VOL + / While in a menu, press to scroll up.
Getting started Telephone base layout # 1 While reviewing a call log entry, press repeatedly to add or remove 1 in front of the telephone number before dialing or saving it in the directory (page 64). Press repeatedly to show other dialing options when reviewing a call log entry (page 64). /HOME Press to make or answer a home call (page 42). Flashes quickly when there is an incoming home call. Flashes slowly when a home call is on hold. HOLD Press to put a call on hold (page 48).
Getting started Telephone base layout (continued) / VOL + While in a menu, press to scroll up. During a call, press to increase the listening volume (page 47). Softkeys (2) Press to select a menu item displayed above the key. VOL - / While in a menu, press to scroll down. During a call, press to decrease the listening volume (page 47). Press to play messages (page 68). Press to stop message playback (page 68).
Getting started Handset main menu To enter the main menu: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to select a handset feature menu, then press the SELECT softkey to enter that menu. To return to idle mode, press and hold OFF/CLEAR. To return to the previous menu, press OFF/CLEAR. Ans. System - play messages, record Directory - store and search for memos and change your answering names and numbers. system settings. ANS.
Getting started Telephone base main menu To enter the main menu: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to select a feature menu, then press the SELECT softkey to enter that menu. To return to idle mode, press and hold CANCEL/ . To return to the previous menu, press CANCEL/ . Ans. system - play messages, record memos and change your answering system settings. Directory - store and search for names and numbers. Ans. system Directory Call log Ans.
Bluetooth Introducing Bluetooth Your new LS6245 telephone system with Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features: • Pair up to four Bluetooth enabled cell phones with the telephone base. • Connect a maximum of two cell phones to make and receive cell calls. Only one cell phone can be active on a call at a time. • Connect a Bluetooth enabled headset for making and receiving home calls. • Conference cell and home calls.
Bluetooth Glossary of terms Below are some terms used in this user’s manual to help you become familiar with using your Bluetooth devices and your new LS6245 telephone system. Active devices - A maximum of two paired devices (two cell phones, or one cell phone and one headset) on the active devices list can be connected to the telephone base, but only one cell phone or headset can be on a call at a time. Bluetooth cell phone - Refers to a Bluetooth enabled cell telephone.
Bluetooth Bluetooth at a glance The telephone base allows you to pair up to four Bluetooth devices. You can have a maximum of two paired devices connected at any time (two cell phones, or one cell phone and one headset), but only one cell phone or headset can be on a call at a time. Once you have paired a device with the telephone base, the pairing information is stored on the paired devices list (page 16). To use a paired device, it must be connected and on the active devices list (page 18).
Bluetooth Bluetooth setup To use a Bluetooth enabled cell phone or headset with your LS6245, you must first pair and connect your Bluetooth device(s) with the telephone base. Setup cell Before you begin, make sure that your Bluetooth enabled cell phone is not connected to any other Bluetooth device. 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: 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2.
Bluetooth Setup 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: 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Bluetooth, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Setup headset, then press the SELECT softkey.
Bluetooth Paired devices All paired devices are stored on the paired devices list. Up to four devices (one headset only) can be paired with the telephone base. To use a paired device, it must be connected and on the active devices list (page 18). Only the first 15 characters of the device name are shown on the paired devices list. Rename a paired device You can change the name of a paired device on the paired devices list. 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2.
Bluetooth Remove a paired device If you already have the maximum of four paired devices on the paired devices list and you want to add another device, you must first delete a paired device from the paired devices list. 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Bluetooth, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Paired devices, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Bluetooth Active devices Only devices on the active devices list can establish a Bluetooth connection with the telephone base. Although two paired devices can be connected to the telephone base, only one Bluetooth cell phone or a headset can be on a call at a time. Review the active devices list 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Bluetooth, then press the SELECT softkey. 3.
Bluetooth Replace an active device When you already have two devices on the active devices list, you can replace an active device with a device on the paired devices list. To replace an active device: 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Bluetooth, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Paired devices, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Bluetooth Remove an active device You can remove an active device from the active devices list. To remove an active device: 1. Press the MENU softkey on the telephone base when it is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Bluetooth, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Active devices, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight a selected device, then press the OPTION softkey. 5.
Handset settings Settings In the settings menu, you can change and edit the handset settings for language, voicemail indicator, keylock, key tone, date and time and home area code. LCD language You can select English, Français or Español to be used in all screen displays. To select a language: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Settings, then press the SELECT softkey. 3.
Handset settings Clear voicemail If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone service provider, New voicemail and appear on the handset and telephone base when you have new voicemail messages. Contact your telephone service provider for more information and assistance about using your voicemail service. After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on the handset and telephone base turn off automatically.
Handset settings Auto keylock The auto lock feature is on by default to prevent accidental presses of the handset keys. If no key has been pressed for 10 seconds, the keys will lock. To change the setting: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Settings, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Auto keylock, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Handset settings Set date/time he answering system announces the day and time T of each message prior to playing it. Before using the answering system, set the date and time as follows. If you subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month and time are set automatically with each incoming call. However, the year must be correct so that the day of the week can be calculated from the caller ID information. To change the setting: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2.
Handset settings Home area code If you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required), you can program your home area code so that when you receive a call within your local area, the telephone number is automatically stored without the area code in the call log. To change the setting: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Settings, then press the SELECT softkey. 3.
Handset settings Ringers In the ringers menu, you can select the ringer tones and adjust the ringer volume for incoming calls to the home and cell lines. Ringer volume To adjust the handset ringer volume: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Ringers, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Ringer volume, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Handset settings Ringer tone To select a ringer tone: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Ringers, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Ringer tone, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Home, Cellular 1, Cellular 2 or All home & cell. Press the SELECT softkey to confirm. 5. Press /VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to select a ringer tone.
Telephone base settings Settings In the settings menu, you can change and edit the telephone base settings of date and time, key tone, language, voicemail indicator and home area code. Set date/time he answering system announces the day and time of each message prior T to playing it. Before using the answering system, set the date and time as follows. If you subscribe to caller ID service, the day, month and time are set automatically with each incoming call.
Telephone base settings LCD language You can select English, Français or Español to be used in all screen displays. To select a language: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Settings, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight LCD language, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight English, Français or Español, then press the SET softkey to save.
Telephone base settings Clear voicemail If you subscribe to voicemail service offered by your telephone service provider, New voicemail and appear on the handset and telephone base when you have new voicemail messages. Contact your telephone service provider for more information and assistance about using your voicemail service. After you have listened to all new voicemail messages, the indicators on the handset and telephone base turn off automatically.
Telephone base settings Home area code If you dial your local calls using only seven digits (area code not required), you can program your home area code so that when you receive a call within your local area, the telephone number is automatically stored without the area code in the call log. 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Settings, then press the SELECT softkey. 3.
Telephone base settings Ringers In the ringers menu, you can select the ringer tones and adjust the ringer volume for incoming calls to the home and cell lines. Ringer volume To adjust the handset ringer volume: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ringers, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ringer volume, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Telephone base settings Ringer tone To select a ringer tone: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ringers, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ringer tone, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Home, Cellular 1, Cellular 2 or All home & cell. Press the SELECT softkey to confirm. 5. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to select a ringer tone.
Answering system settings Answering system setup You can change the settings of the answering system in the Ans sys setup menu with either your handset or telephone base. Answer ON/OFF If you turn the answering system on, it answers calls and records messages only on the home line. When the answering system is turned on, ANS ON displays on the handset and telephone base. To turn the answering system on or off: Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2.
Answering system settings Call screening The call screening feature lets you listen to a caller leaving a message at the telephone base. You can turn this feature on or off with either your handset or telephone base. To change the setting: Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans sys setup, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Answering system settings Announcement The telephone is preset with a greeting that answers calls with “Hello, please leave a message after the tone.” You can use this preset announcement, or replace it with your own. Play your announcement Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans sys setup, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Answering system settings Record your own announcement Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans sys setup, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Announcement, then press the SELECT softkey. 5. The telephone base announces, “To play, press 2. To record, press 7.” Press 7 to record. 6.
Answering system settings Delete your announcement Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans sys setup, then press the SELECT softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Announcement, then press the SELECT softkey. 5. The telephone base announces, “To play, press 2. To record, press 7.
Answering system settings Number of rings When the answering system is turned on, it answers all incoming home calls after the number of rings set. You can choose from two, four, or six rings; or toll saver. With toll saver selected, the answering system answers after two rings when you have new messages, and after four rings when you have no new messages. This enables you to check for new messages and avoid paying unnecessary long distance charges if you are calling from out of your local area.
Answering system settings Remote access code A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch tone telephone. The preset code is 19. You can change the code to any number from 10 to 99. To change the setting: Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans sys setup, then press the SELECT softkey.
Answering system settings Message alert tone When the answering system is turned on, the telephone beeps every 10 seconds to alert you of new messages. The tone stops when all new messages have been reviewed. To change the setting: Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans sys setup, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Telephone operation Make, answer or end a home call You can make home calls using a handset or the telephone base. Using a handset: To make a home call: • Press /HOME/FLASH or telephone number. , then enter the To predial a home call: • Enter the telephone number, then press or . To answer a home call: • Press /HOME/FLASH or /HOME/FLASH . • The screen shows the elapsed time as you talk (in hours, minutes and seconds).
Telephone operation Make, answer or end a home call (continued) Using a Bluetooth headset: You can use a Bluetooth headset on home calls. However, you will need to stay within 30 feet from the telephone base to maintain the Bluetooth signal. If you move too far from the telephone base and the signal is lost, the call will end. To make a home call: 1. Press /HOME on the telephone base, then enter Use headset the telephone number. Directory Call log 2. Press the call button on your headset.
Telephone operation Make, answer or end a cell call You can make cell calls using a handset or the telephone base. You can connect a maximum of two Bluetooth enabled cell phones to the telephone base, but only one cell phone can be used on a cell call at a time. If you only have one cell phone connected to the telephone base, it is automatically selected to make or answer cell calls.
Telephone operation Call waiting on the cell line If you subscribe to call waiting service with your cell phone service provider, you hear a beep if someone calls while you are already on a call. • Press the SWAP softkey on the handset or telephone base. • Press the OPTION softkey and then the SWAP softkey to switch back and forth between calls.
Telephone operation Answer a home call while on a cell call While you are on a cell call and there is an incoming home call, the handset and telephone base and the telephone rings. appears on To answer the incoming home call: • Press /HOME/FLASH on the handset or /HOME on the telephone base. The cell call is automatically placed on hold and Cell call on hold appears on the handset and telephone base. To end the home call: • Press OFF/CLEAR on the handset or The cell line is still on hold.
Telephone operation Handset speakerphone During a call, press to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use. When in speakerphone mode, if no keys are pressed within five seconds, the keypad is locked automatically. Press the UNLOCK softkey to use the keypad. Volume control During a call, you can adjust the listening volume on the handset or telephone base. To adjust the listening volume of the handset: • Press /VOL+/ or CID /VOL- / on the handset while on a call.
Telephone operation Infrared sensor This feature prevents you from pressing the keys Earpiece accidentally while you are using the handset during a call. Infrared When you put the earpiece of the handset next to sensor your ear or the infrared sensor is covered during a call, all keys on the dial pad are disabled. Hold You can place a home or cell call on hold. You will hear an alert tone if you have not taken the call off of hold after 14 minutes. You will hear another alert tone 30 seconds later.
Telephone operation Chain dialing Use this feature to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored in the directory, call log or redial while you are on a home call. This feature is available only for home calls. Chain dialing can be useful if you wish to access other numbers (such as bank account numbers or access codes) from the directory, call log or redial list. To access a number in the directory while on a home call: 1. Press the OPTION softkey. 2.
Telephone operation Redial list The redial list stores up to 20 entries on the handset and telephone base. When there are already 20 entries, the oldest entry is deleted to make room for the new entry. Entries are shown in reverse chronological order. Review the redial list 1. Press the REDIAL softkey when the handset or telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to browse. HANDSET 11:00am Dial a redial entry REDIAL 12/25 MENU 1.
Telephone operation Delete a redial entry 1. Press the REDIAL softkey when the handset or telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to browse to the desired entry. 3. Press the OPTION softkey. 4. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / SELECT softkey.
Telephone operation Intercom Use the intercom feature for conversations between two system handsets. You can buy additional expansion handsets (LS6204) for this telephone system. You can register up to 12 handsets to the telephone base. To initiate an intercom call from the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Intercom, then press the SELECT softkey. 3.
Telephone operation Intercom (continued) To silence an intercom call: • Press the SILENCE softkey on the telephone base or handset. - OR • Press OFF/CLEAR on the handset or CANCEL/ on the telephone base. To end an intercom call: • Press the END softkey, or press OFF/CLEAR on the handset or CANCEL/ on the telephone base. Both screens show Intercom ended. • You can cancel the intercom call before it is answered by pressing OFF/CLEAR on your originating handset; or CANCEL/ on the telephone base.
Telephone operation Share an outside call You can let another handset or the telephone base join you on an outside call. That call continues until all people hang up. • Press /HOME/FLASH on the handset or /HOME on the telephone base to join the call. Transfer a call You can use intercom to transfer an outside call to another system handset or the telephone base. 1. When on an outside call, press the OPTION softkey. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Intercom, then press the SELECT softkey.
Telephone operation Directory The directory stores up to 100 entries with up to 30 digits for each phone number and 15 characters for each name. • Directory entries are stored at the telephone base and shared by all system handsets. Any changes made on one handset or the telephone base apply to all. • Only one handset or the telephone base can review the directory at a time. If another handset or the telephone base tries to enter the directory, its screen shows Not available at this time.
Telephone operation Create a new directory entry (continued) Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Directory, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Store, then press the SELECT softkey. The screen shows ENTER NUMBER. 4. Use the dialing keys to enter a telephone number. • Press CANCEL/ to backspace and erase a digit. • Press the PAUSE softkey to insert a dialing pause (a p appears).
Telephone operation Character chart Use the dialing keys and the chart below to enter a name (up to 15 characters). Each press of a particular key causes the characters to be displayed in the following order: Number key Characters by number of key presses 1 2 3 , 4 5 6 7 1 1 # , - .
Telephone operation Review the directory Entries are sorted alphabetically. To review the directory: Using a handset: 1. Press / VOL+ / when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to browse the entries. - OR 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight DIRECTORY, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. Press / VOL+ / or CID / VOL- / to highlight Review, then press the SELECT softkey. 4.
Telephone operation Dial a directory entry You can dial a directory entry on either a home or cell line. To dial a directory entry: Using a handset: 1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or Alphabetical search on page 58). 2. Press /HOME/FLASH or , or /CELL. Using the telephone base: 1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or Alphabetical search on page 58). 2. Press /HOME or /CELL. Edit a directory entry Using a handset: 1.
Telephone operation Edit a directory entry (continued) Using the telephone base: 1. Search for the desired entry in the directory (see Review the directory or Alphabetical search on page 58). 2. When the desired entry appears, press the EDIT softkey. The screen shows EDIT NUMBER. 3. Use the dialing keys to enter a telephone number. • Press CANCEL/ to backspace and erase a digit. • Press the PAUSE softkey to insert a dialing pause (a p appears).
Telephone operation About caller ID This product supports caller ID services provided by most telephone service providers. Depending on your service subscription, you may see the caller’s number, or the caller’s name and number from the telephone service provider after the first or second ring. Caller ID from the home line allows you to see the name, number, date and time of the incoming calls.
Telephone operation Caller ID history If you subscribe to caller ID service provided by your telephone service provider and/or cell phone service provider, information about each caller appears after the first or second ring. If you answer a call before the caller information appears on the screen, it is not saved in the call log. • The call log stores up to 100 entries. Each entry has up to 24 digits for the phone number and 15 characters for the name.
Telephone operation Memory match When the incoming telephone number exactly matches a telephone number in your directory, the name on the screen matches the corresponding name in your directory. For example, when Linda Jones calls, her name appears as Linda if this is how you entered it into your directory. The number shown in the call log is in the format sent by the telephone service provider. The telephone service provider usually delivers ten-digit phone numbers (area code plus phone number).
Telephone operation Make a call log entry ready to dial Although the call log entries received have 10 digits (the area code plus the seven-digit number), in some areas, you may need to dial only the seven digits, or 1 plus the seven digits, or 1 plus the area code plus the seven digits. You can change the number of digits that you dial from the call log or store to the directory.
Telephone operation Save a call log entry to the directory Using a handset: 1. Select a desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. When the desired entry appears, press the SAVE softkey. The screen shows EDIT NUMBER. 3. Use the dialing keys to edit the number. • Press OFF/CLEAR to backspace and erase a digit. • Press the PAUSE softkey to insert a dialing pause (a p appears). • Press / VOL+ / to move the cursor to the right or CID / VOL- / to the left.
Telephone operation Delete from the call log You can use a handset or the telephone base to delete from the call log. To delete a single entry: 1. Select a desired entry in the call log (see Review the call log on page 63). 2. When the desired entry appears, press the DELETE softkey. The screen shows the previous call log entry. To delete all entries: Using a handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2.
Answering system operation Answering system and voicemail Your telephone has separate indicators for two different types of voice messages: those left on its built-in answering system and those left at your service provider’s voicemail (fees may apply). Your telephone’s built-in answering system messages and voicemail messages are separate. Each alerts you to new messages differently.
Answering system operation Message playback If you have new messages, the handset displays New messages. The telephone base screen backlight turns on and XX New messages flashes. The backlight will turn off after you listen to the new messages. You can press the OFF softkey to turn the backlight off without listening to the messages. When playback begins, the screen displays PLAYING MESSAGE and you hear the total number of messages followed by the day and time of the message.
Answering system operation Delete all old messages Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3. When Del all old displays, press the SELECT softkey. The telephone base displays Delete all old messages? 4. Press the YES softkey to confirm or the NO softkey to exit. Using a handset: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the handset is not in use. 2.
Answering system operation Record and play memos Memos are your own recorded messages used as reminders for yourself or others using the same answering system. You can record your own memos using a system handset or the telephone base. Playback and delete them the same way as incoming messages. To record a memo Using the telephone base: 1. Press the MENU softkey when the telephone base is not in use. 2. Press / VOL+ or VOL- / to highlight Ans. system, then press the SELECT softkey. 3.
Answering system operation Remote access A two-digit security code is required to access the answering system remotely from any touch tone telephone. The preset code is 19. See Remote access code on page 40 to change it. 1. Dial your telephone number from any touch tone telephone. 2. When the system plays your announcement, enter the two-digit security code. 3. You can also enter one of the following remote commands. Command Function 1 Play all messages. 2 Play only new messages.
Appendix Screen display messages Already saved The telephone number entered is already stored in the directory. Base is calling The telephone base is calling another handset. Bluetooth system busy You are trying to use a handset to make a cell call while another handset is already in cell call predial mode. Call log empty There are no call log entries. Calling base A system handset is calling the telephone base. Calling handset X The telephone base or the handset is calling another handset.
Appendix Screen display messages (continued) KEYPAD LOCKED The keypad is locked. Low battery The battery needs to be recharged. Microphone ON Mute is turned off and the person on the other end can hear you. Muted You have turned off the handset microphone. The other party cannot hear you but you can hear the other party. New voicemail There are new voicemail message(s) from your telephone service provider.
Appendix Handset and telephone base indicators Handset lights On when the handset speakerphone is in use. /CELL /HOME/FLASH CHARGE Flashes quickly when there is an incoming cell call. Flashes slowly when the cell line is on hold. Flashes quickly when there is an incoming home call. Flashes slowly when the home line is on hold. On when the handset is charging in the telephone base. Telephone base lights /CELL /HOME On when the cell line is in use. Flashes quickly when there is an incoming cell call.
Appendix Handset icons Home line - on steadily when the home line is in use or there is an incoming home call. 1 CELL line - on steadily when the cell line is in use or there is an incoming cell call. 2 1 2 1 2 Bluetooth connected device(s) - indicates that there are Bluetooth connected devices on the active devices list. Bluetooth disconnected device(s) - indicates that there are Bluetooth disconnected devices on the active devices list. Speakerphone - the speakerphone is in use.
Appendix Telephone base icons Home line - on steadily when the home line is in use or there is an incoming home call. CELL line - on steadily when the cell line is in use or there is an incoming cell call. 1 2 1 2 Bluetooth connected device(s) - indicates that there are Bluetooth connected devices on the active devices list. 1 2 Bluetooth disconnected device(s) - indicates that there are Bluetooth disconnected devices on the active devices list.
Appendix Battery It takes up to 16 hours for the battery to be fully charged. When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance: Operation Operating time While in handset use (talking*) Up to 11 hours While in speakerphone mode (talking*) Up to six hours While not in use (standby**) Up to five days *Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery. **Handset is not charging or in use.
Appendix Expand your telephone system The handset provided with your telephone system is pre-registered as HANDSET. Additional handsets registered to the telephone system are assigned in sequential order. If you register another new handset to your telephone system, the new registered handset is assigned HANDSET 2. This telephone system accommodates up to 12 handsets.
Appendix Replace a handset If you want to replace a handset or re-assign the designated handset number of a registered handset, you must deregister all the handsets and then individually register each handset. To make deregistration easier, read all of the instructions on this page before you begin. To deregister all handsets: 1. Press and hold HOLD on the telephone base for about 10 seconds until the telephone base displays Deregister all handsets? 2. Press the YES softkey. 3.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have difficulty with your telephone, please try the suggestions below. For Customer Service, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. I cannot use the keypad. • • To prevent accidental presses of keys, the keypad locks after 10 seconds of no key presses when you are not on a call (page 23). While you are on a call using the speakerphone, if no keys are pressed within five seconds, the keypad locks automatically.
Appendix Troubleshooting I cannot connect my headset with the telephone base. • • Make sure that your Bluetooth headset is not connected to any other Bluetooth device. Make sure that your headset is connected and on the active devices list. I cannot put my headset in discoverable mode. • • • • Refer to the user’s manual of your headset for information on how to set your headset in discoverable mode.
Appendix Troubleshooting Bluetooth system busy appears on the display. • • • • Make sure that your cell phone is not in use when connected and on the active devices list. Make sure that your cell phone or headset is not connected to any other Bluetooth device. LS6245 can only use one Bluetooth device at a time. Unplug the telephone base power for 15 seconds, then plug it back in. The PIN on the telephone base does not work. • • The default PIN is 0000.
Appendix Troubleshooting The battery does not charge in the handset or the handset battery does not accept charge. • • • • • Make sure the handset is placed in the telephone base correctly. The charge light on the handset should be on. Remove and reinstall the battery, then charge for up to 16 hours. If the handset is in the telephone base but the charge light on the handset is not on, refer to The charge light is off in this section.
Appendix Troubleshooting The telephone does not ring when there is an incoming call. • • • • • • • • • • Make sure the handset ringer volume is not set to off or the lowest level (page 26) and the telephone base ringer volume is not set to off or the lowest level (page 32). Make sure the telephone line cord and power adapter are plugged in properly (page 3). The handset may be too far from the telephone base. Move it closer to the telephone base.
Appendix Troubleshooting My handset beeps and is not performing normally. • • • • Make sure the power cord is securely plugged into the telephone base. Plug the telephone base into a different working electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Move the handset closer to the telephone base. It may be out of range. Reset the telephone base by unplugging the electrical power to the base. Wait for 15 seconds and plug it back in again.
Appendix Troubleshooting I hear other calls when using the telephone. • Disconnect the telephone base from the telephone wall jack. Plug in a different telephone. If you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in the wiring or telephone service. Call your telephone service provider. I hear noise on the cordless handset and the keys do not work. • Make sure the telephone line cord is plugged in securely. Registration failed appears on the handset.
Appendix Troubleshooting Caller ID entries do not match the numbers I need to dial. • • Caller ID service delivers 10 digits (the area code plus the seven-digits number). If you need to dial something other 10 digits, see page 64 for instructions on changing the number. If you dial seven digits for local calls, you may want to use the home area code feature (page 25 and page 31). Searching for BASE shows in the handset screen. • • • • The handset may be out of range.
Appendix Troubleshooting The answering system does not answer after the correct number of rings. • • • • • • Make sure the answering system is on. When the answering system is on, ANS ON should show on the handset and telephone base. If toll saver is selected, the number of rings changes to two when there are new messages waiting (page 39). If the memory is full or if the answering system is off, the answering system answers after 10 rings.
Appendix Troubleshooting The messages on the answering system are incomplete. • • • If a caller leaves a very long message, part of it may be lost when the answering system disconnects the call after four minutes. If the memory on the answering system becomes full during a message, the answering system stops recording and disconnects the call. If the caller’s voice is very soft, the answering system may stop recording and disconnect the call. The answering system does not respond to remote commands.
Appendix Important safety instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury, including the following: 1. 2. 3. Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry non-abrasive cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water. 5.
Appendix Operating range This cordless telephone operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, this handset and telephone base can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the telephone base and handset, the weather, and the layout of your home or office. When the handset is out of range, the handset displays Searching for base.
Appendix About cordless telephones • Privacy: The same features that make a cordless telephone convenient create some limitations. Telephone calls are transmitted between the telephone base and the cordless handset by radio waves, so there is a possibility that the cordless telephone conversations could be intercepted by radio receiving equipment within range of the cordless handset. For this reason, you should not think of cordless telephone conversations as being as private as those on corded telephones.
Appendix Warranty What does this limited warranty cover? The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to the holder of a valid proof of purchase (“Consumer” or “you”) that the Product and all accessories provided in the sales package (“Product”) are free from defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the following terms and conditions, when installed and used normally and in accordance with the Product operating instructions.
Appendix Warranty How do you get warranty service? To obtain warranty service in the United States of America, visit www.vtechphones.com or call 1 (800) 595-9511. NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the user’s manual - a check of the Product’s controls and features may save you a service call.
Appendix FCC, ACTA and IC regulations FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are intended to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix FCC, ACTA and IC regulations If this equipment is malfunctioning, it must be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the Limited Warranty. If this equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue your telephone service.
Appendix Technical specifications Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer Transmit frequency Handset: 1921.536-1928.448 MHz Channels 5 Nominal effective range Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual operating range might vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use. Size Handset: 8.03 X 1.65 X 0.75 in (204 X 42 X 19 mm) Telephone base: 9.84 X 3.74 X 2.01 in (250 X 95 X 51 mm) Weight Handset: 5.19oz (147g) (including battery) Telephone base: 10.
Index Symbol D 911 dialing 2 Date 24, 28 Delete a directory entry 60 Delete all old messages 69 Delete a message 68 Delete announcement 38 Delete a redial entry 51 Delete from the call log 66 Deregister handsets 79 Dial a call log entry 64 Dial a directory entry 59 Dial a redial entry 50 Dial 911 2 Directory 55 Disconnect an active device 18 DSL filter 3 A Active devices 18 Add a handset 78 Add an active device 19 Alphabetical search 58 Announcement 36 Answer a cell call 44 Answer a cell call while on
Index M S Maintenance 91 Make a call log entry ready to dial 64 Make a cell call 44 Make a home call 42 Memory match 63 Message alert tone 41 Message capacity 67 Message playback 68 Missed calls indicator 62 Mute 47 Safety instructions 89 Save a call log entry to the directory 65 Save a redial entry to the directory 50 Screen display messages 72 Setup cell 14 Setup headset 15 Share an outside call 54 Silence the ringer 47 Skip messages 68 Speakerphone 47 Stop messages 68 N T New message indication 67
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