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Why is the Webtalk-	Because it is more reliable (DECT), has no interference problems with other
er 6000 for Skype	wireless devices (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth), has a much longer talk time (more than 10
better than a Wi-Fi	hours), standby time (more than 140 hours) and range (up to 300 meters). In
phone for Skype?	practice the Webtalker 6000 has a superior voice quality with increased distance
	between the handset and the base station/router. This is due to less packet loss
	and interference compared to a Wi-Fi phone. Furthermore, with the Webtalker
	6000 you get a 2-in-1 telephone for both Skype and ordinary landline calls.


What is a Webtalker?	Your Webtalker combines two phones in one unit, allowing you to use Skype,
	SkypeOut /SkypeIn as well as traditional telephony via landline. Thus, you can use
	your Webtalker on two networks, for instance allowing you to establish a confer-
	ence call between users on both networks.

Is it easy to connect	Yes. It only requires you to connect the base station to a power outlet and to your
my Webtalker to the	Internet connection. However, you might need a router/switch/hub if you want to
Internet?	connect more units to the same Internet connection, for instance both your
	computer and your Webtalker. We recommend that you use a peer2peer friendly
	router for this purpose.

Are there any special	Yes. You have to use an Internet connection that is “Always on”. Some broadband
requirements on my	connections demand that you log onto the Internet every time you wish to use it,
Internet connection?	and the connection will automatically close after for example 20 minutes of
	inactivity. Your Webtalker does not work with such connections, only with
	‘Always on’ connections. Contact your Internet provider and get an “Always on”
	connection. Possibly “Always on” can be enabled via your provider’s homepage.

Can my Webtalker be	Yes. Unlike many other products, the ﬁrmware of your Webtalker can be updated
updated with new	to always give you access to the latest features.
software?

What Skype services	Your Webtalker supports Skype, SkypeOut, SkypeIn and Voicemail.
does my Webtalker
support?

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Contents

Installation Guide IIN Thiis Manual Dear customer This is HOW the Webtalker Works How the manual is organized This manual falls in three parts Installation and basic functions Section Box Your handset at a glance How to install the base station How to install the handset First time start-up Followed by Use to select Create new account Getting started with SkypeCreate a new Skype account Sign in to Skype Use to select Sign in to Skype Skype features supported by Webtalker SkypeOutSkypeIn Skype Voicemail Skype online status Main DisplayNotiﬁcations Current time Skype creditAction Left soft key Action Right soft key Main Menu Contacts Add a Skype Contact S TA L L AT I O N a N D B a S I C F U N C T I O N S Add a SkypeOut or landline contact Search for Skype users Dial a landline number Make and receive callsCall a Skype contact Receive a call Troubleshooting No connection Between handsetBase station Handset on Call Send Voicemail View Proﬁle Advanced VoicemailsPhone Number Sign In To Skype Create New Acctount Change Status Manage blocked users Tones Time & Date Cordless Settings Phone SettingsEmergency calls Information Skype settings Change your online status Automatically, Prompt Choose auto or manual signSign Change your Skype proﬁle Shown to all, Private Country/Region , use Change your passwordGender, use to select Male, Female, Both, Unknown Create a personal voicemail greeting Listen to your voicemail To select Voicemail Privacy Contacts, Known numbers Notiﬁcation Silent Phone settings TonesChange the call alert From Tones, press to select Incoming alert type From Tones, press Melody 1 Æ 11, Beep Adjust the ringing volumeRing once, Beep once Change the ring tone Adjust the keypad tones Set the time and date To select Time and date Set the preferred line Change the country code SkypeOut, Always ask Using the keypad Change the landline country setting Change the handset language Register / deregister your handset Set the contrast Handset G L I S H Internet settings To select Internet settings Wizard will guide you through the conﬁguration To select Skype proxy Press to select Proxy To select Firmware proxy Mute the microphone Adjust the earpiece volumeAlternative ports using Reset the phone and base Connect a headset Voicemail, View proﬁle, Advanced G L I S H Exchange contact details request Rename a contact Remove a contact Block a contact Remove and block, Remove Dialling Dial editor Multi TAP Order Character map Speakerphone Start a new call during a call Divert all calls Conference callSkype Conference call To select the required option Yes, No These are your options when working with the lists View call historyAll calls Missed calls Skype calls, SkypeIn calls Example one Setting Anyone, Contacts, If details sharedUnder Skype calls , press Example two Dial outgoing callsDial a telephone number from the outgoing calls list Firmware update Firmware, Current Firmware All Firmware vers Advanced troubleshooting Check Settings Advanced Internet Settings Skype portsAdvanced Internet settings IP Advanced Internet settings Skype Service Skype Credit Via Settings Phone settings RegionSettings Region Area code Via Settings Privacy Skype calls or Shown under Settings Advanced Internet settings Skype ports toSettings Phone settings Landline Experience a bad Cannot access Symbol in the upperMain menu Contacts To Skype Cannot see if a When I receive Connection when Country Sending a ﬂash by PressingLanguage on Cannot register Why is the Webtalk Better than a Wi-FiWhat is a Webtalker? Updated with new What Skype features What is SkypeOut?What is the price Skype with a volume Can I protect myself During a power failureSkype? Personal information Is it safe to have my Credit status? Is there an answering G L I S H D E C L a R AT I O N O F C O N F O R M I T Y Page Page Webtalker