The VTech CS6719 is a DECT 6.0 cordless telephone system with 1 handset, featuring caller ID (subscription required), phonebook storage (up to 50 entries), redial (up to 10 last numbers), adjustable ringer and volume (5 levels), voicemail indicator, call blocking (up to 20 entries), backlit keypad, and wall mount capability. It supports English, French, and Spanish and is designed for simple residential use. Below are the key specifications, installation, operation, programming, and troubleshooting instructions.
- **Components List**: Includes telephone base, handset (1 for CS6719/CS6719-15/CS6719-16; 2 for CS6719-2), charger with power adapter (1 for CS6719/CS6719-15/CS6719-16; 2 for CS6719-2), telephone line cord, battery pack, battery compartment cover, wall mount bracket.
- **Battery Information**: Uses rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack (2.4V, 400mAh). Install by plugging connector into socket (label THIS SIDE UP facing up), placing in compartment, and covering. Initial charge up to 11 hours for full capacity. Standby time up to 5 days; talk time up to 7 hours (handset) or 3.5 hours (speakerphone). Low battery warning: screen shows To screen charger; handset beeps every 10 seconds. Replace if performance degrades; dispose per local regulations (call 1-800-8-BATTERY for recycling info).
- **Warnings**: For best performance, keep handset in base/charger when not in use. Do not burn or puncture battery. Use only specified VTech battery. Risk of explosion if used with non-rechargeable batteries or wrong type.
WARNING! Failure to read and follow all instructions carefully before installing or operating this control could cause personal injury and/or property damage. Save these instructions.
- **Handset Layout**: Features include earpiece, LCD screen, dialing keys (0-9, *, #), soft keys (left/right), navigation keys (up/down/left/right), speakerphone (press to use), mute (press to mute/unmute), volume (adjust during call), end call (off/clear), headset jack, INT (intercom), quiet mode (hold to activate), menu/select, CID (caller ID), redial/pause (review last 10 numbers or insert pause), dir (directory). CHARGE light on when charging.
- **Telephone Base Layout**: IN USE light (flashes on incoming call or in use; on during registration), voicemail message waiting light (flashes on new messages; on when playing), find handset (press to page; hold for 10 seconds to deregister), charging slot for handset, volume up/down (for message playback), delete (for messages), play/stop (for messages), skip (forward message), repeat (back message), telephone line jack, power jack, wall mount bracket slots.
- **Unique Features**: Supports up to 5 handsets (expansion with CS6709); shared directory (50 entries), caller ID log (up to 50 entries); speed dial (9 locations); intercom between handsets; call transfer; quiet mode (mutes tones for 1-12 hours); energy-saving mode (disables functions except charging); voicemail indicators for provider service; no built-in answering system (relies on provider voicemail).
Applications: Residential cordless telephony; Single handset.
- **Safety Instructions**: Read all instructions; follow warnings on product. Unplug before cleaning (use dry cloth, no liquid). Avoid water/heat sources. Use only specified power adapter (5.9V DC, 600mA). Supervise children. Don't use if lightning; unplug during storms. Save manual.
- **Pacemaker Precautions**: Maintain 6 inches distance from pacemaker; consult physician if interference suspected. WTR study shows low risk, but symptoms may include dizziness or nausea.
- **Battery Precautions**: Charge in base/charger only; don't open or mutilate. Leakage can cause burns/fire. Dispose properly; don't mix with household waste. Ni-MH batteries recyclable via VTech program.
- **General**: Operate in 0°C to 50°C; avoid extreme temperatures. Don't use with unapproved accessories. For recycling, contact local authorities or VTech.
WARNING! Use only the power adapters provided with this product.
- **Telephone Base and Charger Installation**: Plug power adapter into base and unswitched outlet. Plug telephone line cord into base and wall jack. For DSL, install DSL filter between line cord and wall jack (diagram: wall jack → DSL filter → line cord → base). Place base/chargers on flat surface away from heat/direct sunlight. For multiple handsets, use additional chargers.
- **Battery Installation**: Open battery door, insert battery (connector first, label up), close door (diagram: plug connector matching orientation, wires inside compartment).
- **Wall Mount to Tabletop**: Untie cords, slide wall mount bracket up from plate, unplug cords, flip bracket down for tabletop (reverse for wall: align slots with studs, slide up, plug cords through holes, secure). No explicit wiring diagram, but line cord connects wall jack to base; power to outlet.
- **New Cable/VoIP Subscribers**: Existing jacks may not work; connect base directly to modem/router/terminal adapter provided by service (no filter needed).
- **Warnings**: Use only supplied adapters/cords. Ensure secure plugs. For wall mount, use standard dual-stud plate (purchase if needed).
CAUTION! All wiring must conform to local/national electrical codes. Do not use switched outlets.
- **Battery Charging**: Place handset in base/charger; CHARGE light on. Screen shows battery status (full, low, empty). Initial charge 11 hours. Check by lifting handset; if beeps/flashes, recharge.
- **Registration Check**: Provided handsets pre-registered as HANDSET 1, etc. To verify: Press MENU > Add handset (if needed); IN USE light flashes during registration.
- **Basic Test**: Make test call; check IN USE light on base, screen display, ringer. For multiple handsets, test intercom (press INT).
- **Voicemail Indicators**: If subscribed, set voicemail number (MENU > Settings > Voicemail #); press/hold to dial. Clear indicators after listening (provider auto-clears).
- **Make a Call**: Press /SPEAKER (dial tone), enter number (dialing keys). End with OFF/CLEAR or place in base. Elapsed time shown. Insert pause: hold REDIAL/PAUSE (2-second delay).
- **Answer a Call**: Press any dialing key (0-9, *, #) or /SPEAKER. Auto off after 1 minute inactivity. Multiple handsets: any can answer; others hear in-call tone.
- **Redial**: Press REDIAL/PAUSE to review last 10; press /SPEAKER to dial selected.
- **Volume**: During call, press /VOLUME (earpiece) or /VOLUME (speakerphone) for 5 levels; two beeps at min/max.
- **Mute**: Press MUTE (on during call); press again to resume. Other party hears silence.
- **Flash/Call Waiting**: Press /FLASH to answer waiting call (subscribe to service); press again to alternate.
- **Temporary Tone Dialing**: For pulse service, press TONE (*) during call to switch to touch-tone for banking/etc.; reverts after hang up.
- **Chain Dialing**: During call, press MENU > Chain dial, select from directory/CID/redial, press MENU to dial entry.
- **Check Voicemail**: Hold to dial stored number (set in settings).
- **Using the Menu:** Press MENU (not in use); navigate with / , SELECT to choose, OFF to exit.
- **Ringer Volume:** MENU > Ringers > Ringer volume > SELECT > adjust 1-5 or Off (samples ring).
- **Ringer Tone:** MENU > Ringers > Ringer tone > SELECT > choose 1-10 (plays sample).
- **Set Date/Time:** MENU > Settings > Set date/time > enter MMDD (for month/day) > time (HHMM, 12/24-hour) > AM/PM > SELECT. Auto-sets with CID.
- **LCD Language:** MENU > Settings > LCD language > SELECT > English/Français/Español > SELECT.
- **Voicemail Number:** MENU > Settings > Voicemail # > enter number (up to 30 digits) > SELECT to store.
- **Clear Voicemail:** Indicators (New voicemail) clear after listening (provider-side).
- **Key Tone:** MENU > Settings > Key tone > SELECT > On/Off.
- **Home Area Code:** MENU > Settings > Home area code > enter 3 digits > SELECT (for 10-digit dialing in CID).
- **Dial Mode:** MENU > Settings > Dial mode > SELECT > Touch-tone/Pulse.
- **Directory:** MENU > Directory > Add contact > enter number/name > SELECT. Review: / ; dial with /SPEAKER. Edit: SELECT > edit number/name > save. Speed dial: Assign to 0/2-9 from directory; dial by holding key.
- **Caller ID Log:** Auto-saves if subscribed. Review: CID or MENU > Caller ID log. Dial options: 7/10/11 digits (+1 if needed, press # to add/remove). Save to directory: SELECT > save. Delete: DELETE (single) or all.
| Symptom | Possible Cause | Corrective Action |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone doesn't work | Ensure line cord/power plugged; charge battery; dial tone present. | For VoIP/cable, connect to modem. |
| No dial tone | Connections; cord damage. | Replace cord; contact provider. |
| Handset not registered | Registration lost. | Deregister all (hold FIND HANDSET 10s), re-register (see Configuration). |
| Poor performance | Range; battery; interference. | Move closer; charge; avoid microwaves; use DSL filter. |
| No ring | Ringer off; connections. | Set ringer on; check volume; unplug other devices. |
| Interference/fading | Range; electronics. | Move; DSL filter; flat surface for speakerphone. |
| Echo/noise | Volume; handset position. | Lower volume; move handset. |
| Out of range/no power | Range; base power. | Move closer; check base outlet (not switched). |
| Common cure | Reset needed. | Unplug base power/battery 15s, reconnect; disconnect line cord 15s. |
| Screen messages | Call log empty (no entries); Calling HS X (intercom); Directory empty/full; Number repeated (duplicate); Out of range or no pwr at base (range/power issue); Phone (in use); To charger (low battery); Unavailable (other handset busy). | Appropriate action based on message. |