Telephone operation

Transfer a call

From the handset:

1.During a call, press INT. The outside call is put on hold automatically.

2.When you have only one system handset, your handset shows Calling base and the telephone base rings and shows Handset is calling.

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When you have more than one system handsets, the originating handset shows INTERCOM TO:, press or to select a destination and then press the SELECT softkey.

If you are calling the telephone base, your handset shows Calling base and the telephone base rings and shows Handset X is calling.

If you are calling another handset, your handset shows

Calling handset X and the destination handset rings and shows Other handset is calling.

3.To answer the intercom call, press LINE 1 or LINE 2 on the telephone base or press , , or INT on the handset. The outside call is still on hold and both the originating handset and the destination handset or the telephone base now show Intercom. You can now have a private conversation between the handset and the telephone base or between the two handsets.

If you want to cancel an intercom call and reconnect to the outside call before the destination handset or telephone base answers, press the corresponding line button, or , on your originating handset.

If the destination handset or telephone base does not answer the intercom call within 100 seconds, is in the directory or call log, or is out of range, your originating handset shows Unable to call try again and the outside call

is still on hold. Press the corresponding line button, or , on your

originating handset to reconnect to the outside call.

4.Press OFF or the END softkey on the originating handset. Both screens show Intercom ended.

5.The originating handset and the destination handset or telephone base show L1)ON HOLD if the call is on line 1. Press on the destination handset or press LINE 1 on the telephone base. The same procedures apply if the call is on line 2.

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VTech DS6151 user manual Transfer a call, From the handset

DS6151 specifications

The VTech DS6151 is a cordless phone system designed to deliver a blend of advanced features, user-friendly design, and reliable performance. This model is particularly popular among consumers looking for a versatile and efficient home communication solution. The DS6151 integrates several technologies and characteristics that enhance its usability.

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