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If the handset will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the 

battery to prevent possible leakage.
To purchase a replacement battery, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com 

or call  (800) 595-95 . In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or dial  

 (800) 67-7377.

Battery installation

Install the battery as shown below.

Slide the battery compartment 

cover towards the center of the 

handset until it clicks into place.

3.

Place the handset in the telephone 

base or charger to charge.

.

CHARGE

 light 

remains on 

when charging.

Plug the battery connector 

securely into the socket.

.

Place the battery with the label  

THIS SIDE UP

 facing up and 

the wires inside the battery 

compartment.

.

Battery charging

Once you have installed the battery, the screen indicates the battery status (see 

the following table).

For best performance, keep the handset in the telephone base or 

handset charger when not in use.
The battery is fully charged after  hours of continuous charging.
If you place the handset in the telephone base or handset charger 

without installing a battery, the screen displays 

NO BATTERY

.


Battery indicators

Battery status

Action

The screen is blank, or 

shows 

Put in charger

 and 

 flashes.

The battery has no charge 

or very little charge. The 

handset cannot be used.

Charge without interruption 

(at least 30 minutes).

The screen shows  

Low battery

 and  

 flashes. 

The battery has enough 

charge to be used for a  

short time.

Charge without interruption 

(at least 30 minutes).

The screen shows 

HANDSET X

.

The battery is charged.

To keep the battery 

charged, place it in the 

telephone base or charger 

when not in use.

When it is fully charged, you can expect the following performance:

Operation

Operating time

While in handset use (talking*)

Up to seven hours

While in speakerphone mode (talking*)

Up to three hours

While not in use (standby**)

Up to five days

* Operating times vary depending on your actual use and the age of the battery. 
** Handset is not charging or in use.

Summary of Contents for DS6501

Page 1: ...ser s manual Parts checklist Your telephone package contains the following items Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary Handset User s manual Charger and charger adapter Battery Battery compartment cover The ENERGY STAR program www energystar gov recognizes and encourages the use of products that save energy and help protect our environment We are...

Page 2: ... charger when not in use The battery is fully charged after 12 hours of continuous charging If you place the handset in the telephone base or handset charger without installing a battery the screen displays NO BATTERY Battery indicators Battery status Action The screen is blank or shows Put in charger and flashes The battery has no charge or very little charge The handset cannot be used Charge wit...

Page 3: ...he date and time after it is registered to the base To skip setting press CANCEL Deregister handsets If you want to replace a handset or reassign the designated handset number of a registered handset you must deregister all handsets that are registered to the telephone base Then register each handset individually To make deregistration easier read all of the instructions on this page before you be...

Page 4: ...or DS6521 DS6522 only Scroll up while in a menu or in the directory caller ID log or redial list Move the cursor to the right when entering numbers or names MENU SELECT Show the menu While in a menu press to select an item or save an entry or setting OFF CANCEL Hang up a call Silence the ringer temporarily while the handset is ringing Press and hold to erase the missed call indicator while the pho...

Page 5: ...ny electrical circuit The user should not plug the phone into a power outlet and should not put a charged handset into the cradle if the phone is located in an environment containing concentrations of flammable or flame supporting gases unless there is adequate ventilation A spark in such an environment could create a fire or explosion Such environments might include medical use of oxygen without ...

Page 6: ...e illegal in your area VTech s participation in RBRC makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers participating in the RBRC program or at authorized VTech product service centers Please call 1 800 8 BATTERYTM for information on Ni MH battery recycling and disposal bans restrictions in your area VTech s involvement in this program is part of its commitment to protecting ou...

Page 7: ...ndustry Canada technical specifications California Energy Commission battery charging testing instructions This telephone is set up to comply with the energy conserving standards right out of the box These instructions are intended for California Energy Commission CEC compliance testing only When the CEC battery charging testing mode is activated all telephone functions except battery charging wil...

Page 8: ... trouve dans la direction opposée au stimulateur cardiaque L étude effectuée par l organisme WRS n a pas identifié de risque pour les détenteurs de simulateurs cardiaques causés par les gens qui utilisent un téléphone sans fil à proximité de ceux ci Soin général à apporter au produit MISE EN GARDE Rappelez vous que les appareils électriques peuvent causer des blessures sérieuses s ils sont utilisé...

Page 9: ... are not covered by this limited warranty What must you return with the Product to get warranty service Return the entire original package and contents including the Product to the VTech service location along with a description of the malfunction or difficulty and Include a valid proof of purchase sales receipt identifying the Product purchased Product model and the date of purchase or receipt an...

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