VTech MI6889 user manual Unable to Call, TRY Again displays

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Troubleshooting

Problem

Suggestion

UNABLE TO CALL

Move the handset closer to the telephone base. You might have moved out of range.

TRY AGAIN displays

If the handset is in its telephone base and the charging light does not light, refer to the charge

on my handset.

 

light is off in this troubleshooting guide.

 

• Reset the telephone base. Unplug the unit’s electrical power. Wait for 15 seconds then plug it

 

 

back in. Allow up to one minute for the handset and telephone base to reset.

 

Other electronic products can cause interference with your cordless phone. Try installing

 

 

your phone as far away from these types of electronic devices as possible: wireless routers,

 

 

radios, radio towers, pager towers, cell phones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal

 

 

computers, kitchen appliances and other cordless phones.

The battery does not

Charge the battery in the handset for 16 hours. For optimum daily performance, return the

hold a charge.

 

handset to its telephone base when not in use.

 

You may need to purchase a new battery, please refer to the battery sections in this user’s

 

 

manual.

 

• Your phone might be malfunctioning. Please refer to the Warranty section of this user’s manual

 

 

for further instruction.

 

 

 

If you subscribe to DSL

If you hear noise during conversations and/or your caller ID features aren’t functioning properly,

service

 

install a DSL filter to the telephone line between the telephone base and the telephone line

 

 

jack. Contact your DSL provider to obtain a DSL filter.

 

 

 

I hear other calls while

Disconnect your telephone base from the telephone jack, and plug in a regular telephone. If

using my phone.

 

you still hear other calls, the problem is probably in your wiring or local service. Call your local

 

 

telephone company.

 

 

 

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Contents User’s manual Table of contents Table of contents Important safety instructions CongratulationsParts checklist for mi6885 Getting startedParts checklist for mi6889 Install handset battery InstallationChoose a location Connect power to telephone base/handset chargers Connect to phone lineCheck battery indicator Check for dial toneIf you subscribe to DSL service optional Belt clip optionalWall mounting optional Registration Register a handsetDe-register all handsets Handset layout Telephone base layout Handset lights Telephone settingsHandset icons Telephone base displayHandset main menu Ringer Volume Handset operation Mute IntercomCall transfer Call forwardHS1 shows Calling Handset 2 HS2 Find handset Conference callVoice mail Directory Store a new entryCharacters by number KeyEdit a directory entry Review and dial entriesDelete a directory entry Caller ID Caller ID call waiting IDReview caller ID Store caller ID in your directoryAlready Saved Delete a caller ID record Dial from caller IDDelete all caller ID entries Day and time announcements Answering systemTurn your answering system on and off To set day and timeTo check day and time Record outgoing announcement Menu featuresOutgoing announcement System announces DescriptionMessage playback Listen to outgoing announcementDelete outgoing announcement Press PLAY/STOPDelete all messages AnnouncementsOptions during playback Record and play memosPlay back a memo Remote accessRecord a memo Call screeningSet the remote access code Remote answering system operationPurpose Press Action Announces Record after the tone. Press Stop when you Message alertTurn the announcement only mode on or off Announcement only modeCustomize the announcement only message Base ringer Number of ringsMessage window display Display ExplanationHeadset jack Operating rangeReplace the handset battery BatteriesTroubleshooting Problem SuggestionAdditional information Unable to Call TRY Again displaysGet noise, static Base to another location, preferably on an upper floor Outlet or near the microwave oven Troubleshooting Charger again Maintenance WarrantyHow do you get warranty service? Important safety instructions FCC, Acta and IC regulations FCC Part 68 and ActaRbrc seal Industry CanadaTechnical specifications Index To check day and time  Member of the Vtech Group of Companies