VTech MI6889 user manual Handset operation

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Handset operation

Making calls

• Press (or SPEAKER to use the handset speakerphone feature), then dial the phone number.

-OR-

Dial the phone number first, then press (or SPEAKER).

• To end your call, press OFF or place the handset in the base or charger.

Answering calls

Press , SPEAKER or any dialing keys.

To end your call, press OFF or place the handset in its telephone base or charger.

Flash function

You can use your phone with services such as call waiting.

When you subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone company, press /FLASH to switch to the new call when you receive a call waiting signal. Press /FLASH again to switch back to the original call.

Handset volume

The volume control is on the right side of the handset. During a call, press the VOL or keys to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. When you reach the maximum or minimum setting, a double beep will sound. (Follow these instructions to change the volume for the handset, speakerphone or headset.)

Redial

When the handset is idle, press REDIAL/PAUSE to display the last five telephone numbers dialed from the handset (up to 32 digits for each number). Use or to scroll through the last five numbers dialed.

When the beginning or the end of the redial list is reached, a double beep will sound.

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REDIAL

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The procedure to change the volume is the same for the handset earpiece, speakerphone and headset.

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Contents User’s manual Table of contents Table of contents Congratulations Important safety instructionsGetting started Parts checklist for mi6885Parts checklist for mi6889 Install handset battery InstallationChoose a location Connect to phone line Connect power to telephone base/handset chargersCheck for dial tone Check battery indicatorBelt clip optional If you subscribe to DSL service optionalWall mounting optional Register a handset RegistrationDe-register all handsets Handset layout Telephone base layout Telephone base display Telephone settingsHandset icons Handset lightsHandset main menu Ringer Volume Handset operation Intercom MuteCall transfer Call forwardHS1 shows Calling Handset 2 HS2 Find handset Conference callVoice mail Store a new entry DirectoryKey Characters by numberEdit a directory entry Review and dial entriesDelete a directory entry Caller ID call waiting ID Caller IDStore caller ID in your directory Review caller IDAlready Saved Delete a caller ID record Dial from caller IDDelete all caller ID entries To set day and time Answering systemTurn your answering system on and off Day and time announcementsTo check day and time System announces Description Menu featuresOutgoing announcement Record outgoing announcementPress PLAY/STOP Listen to outgoing announcementDelete outgoing announcement Message playbackRecord and play memos AnnouncementsOptions during playback Delete all messagesCall screening Remote accessRecord a memo Play back a memoRemote answering system operation Set the remote access codePurpose Press Action Message alert Announces Record after the tone. Press Stop when youTurn the announcement only mode on or off Announcement only modeCustomize the announcement only message Number of rings Base ringerDisplay Explanation Message window displayOperating range Headset jackBatteries Replace the handset batteryProblem Suggestion TroubleshootingAdditional information TRY Again displays Unable to CallGet noise, static Base to another location, preferably on an upper floor Outlet or near the microwave oven Troubleshooting Charger again Warranty MaintenanceHow do you get warranty service? Important safety instructions FCC Part 68 and Acta FCC, Acta and IC regulationsIndustry Canada Rbrc sealTechnical specifications Index To check day and time  Member of the Vtech Group of Companies