DECT DIGITAL CORDLESS TELEPHONE

ONIS 6816

The ONIS 6816 is a DECT/GAP digital cordless extra handset offering world-beating talk and standby times, exceptional sound quality, and innovative features in an elegant, easy-to-use design.

ONIS 6816 main features

l Listen-in loudspeaker l When registered to an Onis 6211,6311,6411,6511,6611 or Xalio 6600+ base station : Caller Identification* (CLIP) / Call Waiting* (CW) 20-entry CLIP Call Log*
l 10 character scrolling alphanumeric LCD display l Easy-to-use menus (2 language selectable) l 40-name phonebook l Chain dialling from phonebook l Stand-up handset
Selective ringing when the caller phone number is in l Call duration display* the phone book. l Call cost display* l Dialling preparation with correction l 5 numbers redial l Automatic dialling pause l Adjustable ringer volume
l Baby monitor function l 14 hours talk time** 8+ days (195 hours) standby time**
l GAP certified l Standard batteries: 2 AA/LR6 NiCd/NiMH* l No external antenna handset l Light, slimline ergonomic: 162 g / 175 cc l Desk or wall mountable charger
l Adjustable earpiece volume l Up to 4 bases for one handset l Auto base search (off-line) l 3 ringing melodies for handset l Ringer on/off l Keypad lock
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Technical specifications

Power Supply Handset : Charging current : Performance 14 hours talk** 200 hours standby** Warning indicators Handset : Out of range Battery discharged Handset LCD Display 10 character alphanumeric 9 icons Handset Keys Hookswitch Loudspeaker Memo Menu Up, Down, OK Phonebook 4 x 3 keypad (0.9, # and ) Recall/Menu Internal call Redial Call Log Radio RF power Range Indoor : Outdoor : < 250 mW Compliance 2 x AA/LR6 1.2 V 600 mAh NiCd 2 x AA/LR6 1.2 V 1200 mAh NiMH* 6V DC / 70 mA Dimensions Handset: Package (Onis 6816): Weight Handset : Temperature range Operation : Storage : Relative humidity Operation : Storage : Cabinet finishing Package contents Onis 6816 : ETS 300-329 EN 60950 CTR 6 CTR 10 CTR 22
165 mm x 60 mm x 30 mm 147 mm x 260 mm x 62 mm
0C to + 40C -25C to + 70C
Up to 95 % at 40C Up to 95 % at 40C Non-gloss
Handset Charger 2 AA/R6 NiCd* batteries Power block and cord User manual
up to 50m max indoor range*** up to 300m max outdoor range***

* ** ***

Country and base station dependent Quoted talk and standby times with 2 AA/LRmAh NiCd batteries The quoted range is under ideal conditions, i.e. with no obstacles between the base and handset. The range of DECT cordless telephones depends on: - the environment in which the base station is located: thick walls, metallic window frames etc. near the base will reduce the phones range - the presence of obstacles between the base station and handset: for example, when using a handset in the garden with the base station inside the house, the range may be reduced by the exterior wall of the house.
Availability in individual countries depends on approval by the relevant authorities. Data subject to alteration without notice.

Safety information

The marking on the product certifies its conformity with the technical regulations for user safety and electromagnetic disturbance which were applicable on the date of approval in accordance with European Union Directive No. N 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 91/263/EEC and 93/68EEC.

Power requirements

This product requires an electrical supply of 230 volts, alternating monophased current, excluding IT installations defined in standard EN 60-950.

Warning:

The electrical network is classified as dangerous according to criteria in the standard EN 60-950. The only way to power down this product is by unplugging the power cable from the electrical outlet. Make sure the electrical outlet is located close to the apparatus and is always easily accessible. It is recommended that this telephone be used as a complement to another telephone which does not require mains power.
Safety precautions Do not allow the handset to come into contact with water. Do not open the handset or the charger. This could expose you to Do not allow the charging contacts or the battery to come into
high voltages. Contact our after-sales service for all repairs. contact with conductive materials such as keys, paper clips, rings, bracelets, etc. Make sure you insert the batteries with their polarities in the correct position.

Contents

Introduction Installing your extra handset
Deciding where to put the charger Installing the charger on a horizontal surface Mounting the charger on a wall Charging your handset Selecting the menu language Registering your extra handset with your Onis base station Changing the name of your base station

Using your extra handset

Making an outside call Answering an outside call Making an internal call Answering an internal call Using the handset loudspeaker Managing the Baby Sit mode Transferring calls Managing a conference call Locking the handset keypad Using the battery saver

Maintenance

Changing the battery Caring for your handset

Introduction

Your Onis extra handset comprises:
a charger, a handset, a power cable. 2 standard AA/R6 rechargeable batteries.
This guide shows you how to install and use your Onis extra handset. Please refer to the corresponding Onis user manual for information on:
using the phonebook, using the answering machine (Onis memo and Onis Vox only), troubleshooting.
You should also refer to the manufacturers handbook corresponding to the base station with which you are using this handset.
Installing your extra handset
Deciding where to put the charger
Place the charger near a main outlet supplying 220-240V at
To reduce to a minimum any interference with other electronic
devices such as telephones, televisions, screens, etc. we advise you to place your charger at least 50 cm from any other electronic device. Place the charger on a flat surface as with the base station or mount it on a wall. Significant obstacles such as concrete walls or metallic supports (windows and door frames, partitions, etc.) will lessen the communication range between the base station and the handset.

Installing the charger on a horizontal surface
1 Plug the power cable into the charger.
Plug the power cable into the wall socket. Place the handset in the charger.
Mounting the charger on a wall
1 Fix the screws (not supplied) according to the diagram below.
2 - 2.5 mm 46 mm 1.5 - 2 mm 8 mm
Plug the power cable into the charger as shown on page 7. Mount the charger on the screws. Plug the power cable into the wall socket. Place the handset in the charger.

Charging your handset

Your handset is powered by 2 rechargeable AA/R6 batteries.
Before you use your handset for the first time, charge it for at least 16 hours. This precaution helps to lengthen the
life of the battery. To charge the handset, place it on the charger or on the base station. The b symbol will appear on the display to indicate that the battery is charging. When the b symbol disappears, your handset is fully charged. The charger must be connected to a power supply using the power cable supplied.
To ensure an optimum handset charge, replace the handset on the charger regularly.
Selecting the menu language
1 Press R , then press - until you reach Press o. MENU LANG is displayed. Press

SETUP.

Press - or + to scroll through the language options. Press o to choose a language. A beep confirms that the language has been selected.
Registering your extra handset with your Onis base station
To register your extra handset with your base station, proceed as follows: 1 Unplug the power cable of the base station, then plug it in again. The base station beeps to indicate that it is now in registration mode.
It is also possible to set the base station to registration mode using a handset that has already been registered. Instead of step 1 above, proceed as follows:
1. Press R, then press + to display SETUP. Press o. 2. Press - until ADD HS is displayed. Press o. 3. Enter the registration code (this is given on a sticker labelled RC
under the base station). Press o. Your handset beeps to indicate that the base station is now in registration mode.
Move the handset to be registered close to the base station and press R on the handset to enter menu mode. Press
+ to display SETUP, then press o.
Press - until REGISTER is displayed, then press o. CODE? is displayed. Enter the registration code (this is given on a sticker labelled RC under the base station). Press o. The handset will search for a base station that is in registration mode. After a few seconds, the handset beeps and REGISTER is displayed. In this case go to the next step. If the handset cannot find a base station, FAILED will be displayed, and you will need to try again. Press

R to leave menu mode.

Changing the name of your base station
The default name of your base station is PHILIPS. You can change this name from your extra handset as follows: Press o.

then press

+ to display SETUP. Press
Press - until BASE NAME is displayed, then press o. If the base station has a name, this will be displayed. You can delete the existing name using the + key. If the base station has no name, BASE NAME? will be displayed. Enter the new name (max. 8 characters) using the handset keypad. You can enter characters by pressing the key with the required character on it one or more times.These characters are engraved on the handset keypad. If you wish to enter two successive characters which are on the same key, you need to distinguish them by pressing the - key between the two characters. You delete a character with the + key. For example: to enter PHILIPS you would press the following keys. 7 P 44 H

- 7777

o. Press R to leave menu mode.

Making an outside call

Direct dialling
1 Press the t key on the handset. The t symbol is shown on the display and you hear the dial tone in the handset earpiece. Dial the number using the number keys. The number called is displayed for 10 seconds after the last key is pressed. If the number you enter is longer than 10 digits, the display will scroll the number to the left to show the last digits. To hang up, press t or replace the handset in the charger. The duration of your call in minutes and seconds is displayed for 4 seconds.
Dialling with number preparation
This way of dialling allows you to make corrections to the number before dialling. 1 Dial the number (up to 23 digits) before pressing the t key. You can use the + key to make corrections by cancelling the last digit entered. If the number you enter is longer than 10 digits, the display will scroll the number to the left to show the last digits.
If you want to see the whole number you have dialled so far, press o. The number will scroll to the left if it is longer than 10 digits.
Press the t key on the handset. The number prepared is automatically dialled. You can also press H. The handset loudspeaker is activated and the number is dialled. To hang up, press t or replace the handset in the charger. The call duration is displayed for 4 seconds.
Answering an outside call
When someone calls you, the base station and the extra handset ring, the t symbol blinks on the extra handset display and the green light on the base station flashes. 1 Press the t key on the handset. The t symbol stops blinking on the handset. The green light on the base station blinks regularly to indicate that a call is in progress. You can also press H. The handset loudspeaker is activated and you can take the call. To hang up, press t or replace the handset on the base station. The call duration is displayed for 4 seconds.

Making an internal call

When you have more than one handset, you can make internal calls free of charge between handsets registered with the same base station. 1 Press e. You hear the internal dial tone and the t symbol is shown on the display. Dial the number of the handset you want to call, or press * to call all your handsets. To hang up, press t or replace the handset in the charger.
If you press * to call all handsets, and one of your handsets is in Baby Sit mode, then this handset will take the call.
Answering an internal call
When another handset calls you, your handset will ring with the internal call melody, the t symbol will blink on the display and the number of the handset calling you will be displayed. 1 Press t. The t symbol is displayed. To hang up, press charger.
t or replace the handset in the
Using the handset loudspeaker
Your extra handset is fitted with a loudspeaker as well, so that other people with you can listen to the conversation. 1 During a call, press H. The sound is amplified through the loudspeaker at the back of the handset. Adjust the volume of the loudspeaker when it is on, using + or -. To turn off the loudspeaker, press

again.

Managing the Baby Sit mode
The Baby Sit mode allows you to monitor sounds coming from another room (e.g. the babys room). Because the Baby Sit mode is a special type of inside call, it requires two handsets (of type Onis 6810 or 6816): one left in the babys room (Baby Sit mode handset) and one you keep with you (Parents handset). In order to use the Baby Sit mode, you must first set the handset to be left in the room to be monitored (e.g. the babys room) in Baby Sit mode.
Setting a handset in Baby Sit mode
1 Press R, then press displayed. Press o.

- until BABY SIT is

Press + or - to select ON. Press o. Your handset beeps to indicate that the setting has been changed. Press R to exit menu mode.
The handset in Baby Sit mode will not ring but can be used to make and receive calls. To put the handset in Baby Sit mode back into normal mode, proceed as above. In step 2, ON will be displayed. Press + or to select OFF.
Using a handset in Baby Sit mode
Place the handset set in Baby Sit mode, in the room you want to monitor (e.g. the babys room). Using the Parents handset, press e and the number of the Baby Sit mode handset. The Baby Sit mode handset will not ring but its microphone will be activated to pick up surrounding sounds. Turn on the loudspeaker of the Parents handset by pressing H.

If you receive an outside call while using the Baby Sit mode, neither the Baby Sit mode or Parents handsets will ring, but the base station will. Proceed with the outside call as usual and end it eventually by pressing t.
To switch back to the Baby Sit mode, press e followed by the number of the Baby Sit Mode handset.

Transferring calls

You can transfer an outside call from one handset to another handset registered with the same base station. 1 During the call, press e. The outside call is put on hold. Dial the number of the handset to which you wish to transfer the call, or press * to call all the handsets. The handset(s) called start(s) ringing.
Once the other handset answers, you can either: - Transfer the call by pressing t. - Switch back and forth between the other handset and your outside call by using e. If the other handset does not reply, you can return to your outside call by pressing e, or you can hang up both your outside and inside call by pressing t.
Managing a conference call
A conference call involves 3 persons in a common call. 1 While an outside call is in progress, press e to call another handset. The outside call is put on hold. Dial the number of the handset with which you want to initiate a conference call, or press * to call all the handsets. The handset(s) called start(s) ringing. Once the other handset answers, you can either : - initiate the conference call by pressing o. - switch back and forth between the other handset and your outside call by using e. If the other handset does not reply, you can return to your outside call by pressing e, or you can hang up by pressing t. To prevent unwanted key presses, you may want to lock the handset keypad. For example while you have the handset in your pocket. 1 Press the R key and then the * key for 2 seconds. The handset beeps to confirm the new setting and LOCKED is displayed on the handset. If a key is pressed, while the keypad is locked, a help message will be displayed for 2 seconds, unless the handset is set in off mode. To unlock the handset keypad, press again * key for 2 seconds. The handset beeps to confirm the new setting. The handset keypad is automatically unlocked when an incoming call is received or when you place your handset on the base station.
Locking the handset keypad

Using the battery saver

Use the battery saver if you want to use the handset away from the base station or charger for a long period of time.

Switching on the battery saver
1 Press and hold the o key until your handset beeps. Your handset switches to battery saver mode.
In battery saver mode, the handset will not ring. However, if someone calls, the base station will ring.
Switching off the battery saver
The battery saver mode will switch off as soon as you press a
The battery saver mode will also switch off as soon as you
place your handset back on the base station. Then, if necessary, the handset will start to recharge.

Changing the battery

Your handset is powered by 2 rechargeable AA/R6 batteries. In case of replacement, you must use the following approved batteries: PHILIPS R6 NC-P, Saft RC6. The manufacturer is not liable if these recommendations are not respected. 3 Slide down and lift off the battery cover. Insert the new batteries as shown. Replace the battery cover.
NEVER USE NON RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES!

Warning!

Your handset batteries contain cadmium. Check your local regulations for special disposal instructions.

Caring for your handset

To clean your handset or charger, first unplug the mains cable. Wipe with a cloth or chamois moistened slightly with soapy water, then with a dry cloth. This will help to keep your handset looking as good as new.
Never spray your handset or charger with cleaning products or solvents. Clean the charging contacts on the handset and the charger using a dry lint-free cloth.