VTech ES1610A User Manual Page 1

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6 76 73.1 Overview of the Handset 1. MENU OK In idle mode: Press to access the main menu. In sub-m

6 76 73. In idle mode: Press to access the call list. In menu mode: Press to scroll up the menu items. In Phonebook list/Redial list/Call List: Pres

8 98 98. ALPHANUMERIC KEYPAD, BS HS, # Press to insert a digit / character / BS HS / # 1 key in idle mode: Press and hold to access the voice mail. B

8 98 93.2 Overview of the Base Station Press on the base station to page your handset. It will ring for approximately 60 seconds.2. CHARGI

10 1110 113.3 Handset LCD Display Icons and SymbolsThe LCD display gives you information on the current status of the telephone. Steadily on wh

10 1110 11 Indicates when the battery needs charging. Flashes when low battery power level is detected. Indicates when a mobile call is in progress. F

12 1312 133.4 Menu StructureWhen the handset is switched on and in idle mode:Press MENU OK to enter the main menu.Press pq to move thr

12 1312 133.5 Text and Digit Entry TableThe following table shows you where each letter and punctuation character can be found. Respective chara

14 1514 154. USE YOUR PHONE4.1 Introducing BluetoothYour new telephone system with Bluetooth wireless technology has the following features:

14 1514 15Make sure that your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone is between one to twelve feet away from the telephone base in order to maintain a clear a

TABLE OF CONTENTS1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...12. SET UP THE TELEPHONE ...32.1

16 1716 17Refer to the user’s manual of your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone to learn how to search for or add new Bluetooth devices.NOTEs: Paired devi

16 1716 174.2.3 Paired DevicesThe mobile(s) paired up will be displayed in the paired devices list, no matter it(they) is(are) connected or not. Y

18 1918 194.3 Make a Call4.3.1 Preparatory DiallingUsing the home line:Enter the phone number and press or BS HS to dial the number with h

18 1918 194.3.3 Call from the PhonebookPress MENU OK then pq to select PHONEBOOK. Press MENU OK.Press pq to select the desired

20 2120 214.3.6 Call timerYour handset automatically times the duration of every call. The call timer will display a few seconds after the call en

20 2120 214.6 Mute a CallYou can mute the microphone so that you can talk to someone nearby without letting the caller hear you during a call.Du

22 2322 234.10 Redial the Last numberYou can redial up to 5 of the last numbers called. If you have stored a name in the phonebook to go with the

22 2322 234.10.3 Delete a Redial NumberFollow Steps 1 and 2 in the section of Redial a Number from the Redial List.Press MENU OK and pq to

24 2524 254.12.1 Call Another HandsetIn idle mode, press MUTE DELETE and the screen displays all registered handsets except the calling h

24 2524 254.12.4 Make a 3-way Conference CallThe conference call feature allows one external call to be shared with two handsets (in intercom). The

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26 2726 275. PRIVATE PHONEBOOKYour phone can store up to 20 private phonebook entries with names and numbers. Each phonebook entry can have a maxi

26 2726 275.1.2 Writing TipsPress MUTE DELETE to delete the last character or digit.Press and hold MUTE DELETE to delete all

28 2928 295.5 Delete a Phonebook EntryPress MENU OK and pq to select PHONEBOOK. Press MENU OK.Press pq to select the desired

28 2928 296. PHONE SETTINGSYour phone comes with a selection of settings that you can change to personalize your phone the way you like it to work

30 3130 316.1.3 Set the DatePress MENU OK and pq to select HS SETTINGS.Press MENU OK and pq to select DATE & TIME.Press ME

30 3130 31The alarm volume level is the same as the settings of the handset ringer volume. If the handset ringer is set to VOLUME OFF, the alarm stil

32 3332 336.2.2 Set the Ringer Melody for External CallsYou can set the melody to personalize your internal ringer. A total of 10 melodies are pro

32 3332 336.2.4 Set the Ringer VolumeYou can set the ringer volume level. A total of 6 ringer volume levels including VOLUME OFF are provided for

34 3534 356.2.7 Rename the HandsetPress MENU OK and pq to select HS SETTINGS.Press MENU OK and pq to select RENAME HS.Press ME

34 3534 356.3.2 Set the Base Ringer Volume (optional) Press MENU OK and pq to select BS SETTINGS.Press MENU OK and pq to selec

4 16.2.6 Set the Handset Language...336.2.7 Rename the Handset...

36 3736 376.3.5 Change the System PIN CodeA 4-digit system PIN code is used for changing the system settings of the base station. It is used to pr

36 3736 376.5 Register a HandsetYour handset is pre-registered to the base station. Up to ve handsets can be registered to a a single base stat

38 3938 396.6 Deregister a HandsetYou may need to deregister your handsets if you wish to change the designated handset number of your registere

38 3938 397. CALLER DISPLAY (NETWORK DEPENDENT)7.1 Call ListThis feature is available if you have subscribed to the Caller Line Ide

40 4140 417.3 Store a Call List Number into the PhonebookFollow Steps 1 and 2 in the section of View the Call list on page 39.Press MENU

40 4140 418. VOICE MAIL (NETWORK DEPENDENT)Voice Mail Waiting Indication (VMWI) is an indication given to you when a new voice mail mes

42 4342 438.2 Delete VMWI EntriesTo delete a single VMWI entry from the call list:Press MENU OK and pq to select CALL LIST. OR Press

42 4342 43If you have difculty with your phone, please try the suggestion listed below.Problem SolutionsMy telephone does not work at all.Make sure t

44 4544 45Low battery shows on screen.Place the handset in the telephone base for recharging.Remove and re-install the batteries and use it until full

44 4544 45There is interference during a telephone conversation. My calls fade out when I am using the handset.The handset may be out of range. Move i

4 11. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of 

46 4746 47There is interference during a telephone conversation. My calls fade out when I am using the handset (continued).If your telephone is plugge

46 4746 47Common cure for electronic equipment.If the telephone is not responding normally, put the handset in the telephone base. If it does not resp

48 4948 4910. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSFree Field Range Up to 300 metres*Indoor Range Up to 50 metres*Handset Battery Life(average values)10 hours ta

48 4948 49Take care of your telephoneYour cordless telephone contains sophisticated electronic parts, so you must treat it with care.Avoid rough treat

50 50Customer Service CentreSuite 1601, Lever Tech Centre, 69-71 King Yip Street,Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong.Customer Service Hotline: (852) 2666 55

2 32 3The use of other battery types or non-rechargeable batteries/primary cells can be dangerous. These may cause interference and/or unit damages. T

2 32 32. SET UP THE TELEPHONE2.1 Package ContentsThe package contains the following items:Handset (1 for ES1610A or ES1610-0A, 2 for ES1610A

4 54 52.3 Connect the Base Station Plug the power cable into the base station, plug the other end of the power adapter into t

4 54 52.4 Install and Charge the Handset Battery Slide open the battery compartment cover.Place the two AAA batteries as indicated foll