GE 26937 Cordless Telephone User Manual


 
DELETING THE CURRENT CID RECORD
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to display
the desired Caller ID record.
3. Press channel/delete. The display shows
DELETE?
4. Press channel/delete again to erase the record. You will hear a
confirmation tone. The display shows
DELETED
. Then the next
Caller ID record shows in the display.
DELETING ALL CID RECORDS
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to display
any Caller ID record.
3. Press and hold channel/delete button until the unit beeps and
DELETE ALL?
shows in the display.
4. Press channel/delete again to erase all records. You will hear a
confirmation tone, and the display shows
NO CALLS
.
DIALING A CID NUMBER
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to display
the desired Caller ID record.
3. Press TALK/callback button. The number dials automatically.
CHANGING THE CID NUMBER FORMAT
The format button lets you change the format of the displayed CID
number. The available formats are as follows.
7-digit 7-digit telephone number.
10-digit 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
11-digit long distance code “1” + 3-digit area code +
7-digit telephone number.
1. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to scroll
to the number you want to call back.
2. If the number will not dial as shown, press the format button.
Repeat if necessary, until the correct number of digits are shown.
3. Press TALK/callback button. The number dials automatically.
NOTE: When your local telephone company delivers the
telephone number as dialed by the caller, it is not necessary to
re-format the number prior to calling back. Instead, while
reviewing the CID data, simply press the TALK/callback
button to dial the number. If you press the format button
accidentally, the display shows PRESS TALK KEY.
MEMORY
Store up to 10 24-digit numbers in memory for quick dialing. This
memory feature is in addition to the 40 Caller ID records that can
be stored in the Caller ID memory log.
STORING A NAME AND NUMBER IN
MEMORY
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the memory button.
3. Press the desired memory location (0 through 9).
4. Press the memory button again. The display shows
ENTER NAME
.
NOTE: If you don't want to enter the name, skip step 5, and go
to step 6.
5. Use the handset’s touch-tone pad to enter a name (up to 15
characters). More than one letter is stored in each number key.
For example, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the two key
twice for the letter B, press the four key three times for the letter
I, and press the five key three times for the letter L. After one
second, press the five key three times again for the second
letter L and press the one key to insert a space between the
letter L and S. Press the seven key four times for the letter S,
press the six key once for the letter M, press the four key three
times for the letter I, press the eight key once for the letter T, and
press the four key twice for the letter H.
NOTE: If you enter a wrong letter, press channel/delete
button to backspace.
6. Press the memory button to save the name. The display shows
ENTER TEL NUMBR
.
7. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the area code followed by the
telephone number you want to store (up to 24 digits).
8. Press memory again to store the number. You will hear a
confirmation tone.
CHANGING A STORED NUMBER
1. Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
2. Press the memory button and
REPLACE MEMO?
shows in the display.
3. Press *tone/exit to exit, or press the memory button to store the
number. You will hear a confirmation tone.
STORING A REDIAL NUMBER
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
2. Press the redial button.
3. Press the memory button to store the number. You will hear a
confirmation tone.
To replace an old redial number stored in a memory
locations with a new redial number:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
2. Press the memory button and
REPLACE MEMO?
shows in the display.
3. Press *tone/exit to exit, or press the memory button again and
the new redial number replaces the old redial number in that
memory location. You will hear a confirmation tone.
DIALING A STORED NUMBER
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK/callback button.
2. Press memory button.
3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The
number dials automatically.
- OR -
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press memory button.
3. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to scroll
through the numbers stored in memory until the desired
number is shown.
4. Press TALK/callback. The numbers dial automatically.
IMPORTANT: If you make test calls to emergency numbers
stored in memory, remain on the line and briefly explain the
reason for the call to the dispatcher. Also, it’s a good idea to
make these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or
late evening.
INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING
SEQUENCE
When storing information in memory, press the # pause button
once to insert a delay in the dialing sequence of a stored
telephone number when a pause is needed to wait for a dial tone
(for example after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a
computer access tone). PAUSE shows on the display as a
“P
.
Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.
REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED
NUMBERS
1. Press memory, then use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+)
arrow button to view the entry.
2. While the entry is displayed, press channel/delete button to
delete the entry. The display shows
DELETE?
3. Press channel/delete again to delete the entry.
DELETED
shows
in the display.
CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of
numbers such as using a calling card for a frequently called long
distance number. Basically, you dial each part of the sequence
from memory. The following example shows how you can use
chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service:
The Number For Memory Location
Long distance access number 7
Authorization code 8
Frequently called long distance number 9
1. Make sure the phone is ON.
2. Press memory and then press 7.
3. When you hear the access tone, press memory again and then
press 8.
4. At the next access tone, press memory and then 9.
TIP: Wait for the access tones between pressing the memory
button, or your call might not go through.
HEADSET AND BELT CLIP
OPERATION
CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET
TO
THE HANDSET
For hands free conversation, connect the headset (optional) to the
HEADSET jack as shown. The handset receiver and microphone
are disabled when the headset is connected.
TIP: To order a headset, please refer to the accessory order
form at the end of this user’s guide.
Adjust the headset to rest comfortably
on top of your head and over your ear.
Move the microphone to
approximately 2 to 3 inches from your
mouth.
•Press the TALK button to answer or
place a call before using the
headset.
CONNECTING THE
BELT CLIP
There are two slots, one on each side of the
handset.
•Attach the belt clip by inserting the sides of the
belt clip into the slots. Snap the ends of the belt
clip into place.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
Make sure the telephone is OFF before you
replace battery.
1. Remove the battery compartment door.
2. Disconnect the battery plug from the jack in the
handset battery compartment and remove the
battery pack.
3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord
into the jack inside the handset.
4. Put the battery compartment door back on.
5. Place handset in the base to charge. Allow the
handset battery to properly charge (for 12 hours)
prior to first use or when you install a new
battery pack. If you do not properly charge the
phone, battery performance will be compromised.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury,
use only the battery 5-2461.
BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other
batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which
can cause injury.
•To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery
listed in the User’s Guide.
•Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
•Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
DISPLAY MESSAGES
The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit.
INCOMPLETE DATA Caller information has been interrupted
during transmission or the phone line is
excessively noisy.
ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to enter the name
for one of the 10 memory locations.
ENTER TEL NUMBR Prompt telling you to enter the
telephone number for one of the 10
memory locations.
PRESS AND HOLD Prompt telling you to register the
FORMAT KEY handset to the base.
PRESS AND HOLD Move the handset near the base and
BASE PAGE KEY press and hold the base page button.
REGISTERING... Indicates registration is in process,
WAIT FOR BEEP and you should wait until you hear a
confirmation tone.
DELETE? Prompt asking if you want to erase
Caller ID records or one of the 10
numbers stored in the phone’s
outgoing memory.
DELETE ALL? Prompt asking if you want to erase all
Caller ID records.
DELETED Prompt confirming the Caller ID /
Memory record is erased.
END OF LIST Indicates that there is no additional
information in Caller ID memory.
BLOCKED NUMBER The callers telephone number is
blocked from transmission.
HANDSET IN USE Indicates that another handset is
in use.
NEW Indicates call or calls have not been
reviewed.
UNKNOWN NAME/ The incoming call is from
CALLER/NUMBER an area not serviced by Caller ID or the
information was not sent.
PAGING Someone has pressed the page button
on the base.
BLOCKED CALL The call information is blocked from
transmission.
BLOCKED NAME The caller’s name is blocked from
transmission.
REPT Repeat call message. Indicates that a
new call from the same number was
received more than once.
NO DATA No Caller ID information was received.
EMPTY Indicates a memory location is vacant.
NO CALLS Indicates no CID records have been
stored.
MESSAGE WAITING Indicates a message is available.
HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS
Signal Meaning
A long warbling tone Signals an incoming call
(with ringer on)
Two long beeps Confirmation Tone
One short and one long beep Page signal
One short beep Low battery warning
every seven seconds
GENERAL PRODUCT CARE
To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow
these guidelines:
•Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices
that generate electrical noise (for example, motors or
fluorescent lamps).
DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
•Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the phone.
•Clean with a soft cloth.
Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because
this will damage the finish.
•Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the
phone at a later date.
CAUSES OF POOR RECEPTION
•Aluminum siding.
•Foil backing on insulation.
Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield
radio signals.
•You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves,
computers, etc.
•Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.
Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of
the house.
Base is plugged into an AC outlet with other
electronic devices.
Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
Handset battery is low.
•You’re out of range of the base.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
CALLER ID
No Display
Check or replace the handset batteries.
•Make sure the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical
outlet. Disconnect the unit from the plug and plug it in again.
•You must subscribe to Caller ID service from your local
telephone company to receive CID information.
Caller ID Error Message
The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than
valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first
ring. This message indicates the presence of noise on the line.
TELEPHONE
No dial tone
Check or repeat installation steps:
Make sure power cords are connected to working
electrical outlets.
Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the telephone
line jacks (base and wall).
•Re-register the handset to the base to restore the registration ID.
•Disconnect the base from the wall telephone jack and connect
another phone to the same jack. If there is no dial tone in the
second phone, the problem might be your wiring or local service.
Handset may be out of range of base. Move closer
to base.
CUSTOMER: CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE.
DESCRIPTION
MODEL NO.
TOTAL
QTY.
PRICE*
Belt clip
$10.85
Headset
$36.35
$9.95
Replacement battery
ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
5-2557
5-2588
5-2461
Please make sure that this form has been filled out completely.
To order, call 1-800-338-0376 (for accessories only) or
complete this order form.
Copy your complete account number from your
Master Card or Discover.
____________________________________________________________________
Authorized Signature
My card expires:
Copy the number above your
name on the Master Card.
For credit card purchases
Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your
signature are necessary to process all charge card orders.
Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.
My card expires:
*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Total Merchandise.........................................$_______________
Sales Tax........................................................$_______________
We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state,
county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Duties will apply for
shipments to Canada.
Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S.
currency only. No COD or Cash. All accessories are subject to availability. Where
applicable, we will ship a superseding model.
Shipping/Handling....................................... $_______________
Total Amount Enclosed.................................$_______________
Mail order form and money order or check (in U.S. currency)
made payable to Thomson to:
Thomson
Mail Order Department
P. O . Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573-8419
Name_______________________________________________________
Address_____________________________________ Apt.____________
City ________________________State________ ZIP_________________
Daytime Phone Number ( )_______________________________
$5.00
$24.95
Power supply
5-2541
Make sure the battery is properly charged (12 hours).
Make sure the battery pack is correctly installed.
•Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/callback
button? Did the display indicator turn on? The battery may need
to be charged.
Dial tone is OK, but can't dial out
Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed correctly.
Handset does not ring
Make sure the ringer switch on the handset is turned to ON.
•You may have too many extension phones on your line. Try
unplugging some phones.
•See solutions for “No dial tone.”
In use/charge indicator on the base flashes
•Provided your phone company offers voice messaging service
and you subscribe to it, the in use/charge indicator on the base
flashes when the phone is not in use to indicate there is a
message waiting. It stops flashing after the message is
reviewed.
Handset Loses Registration ID
If the handset becomes unregistered, messages in the handset
display prompt you to re-register the handset to the base to
restore the registration ID.
If registration is not successful, disconnect the base power
supply and re-connect it after a few seconds to reset the unit.
You experience static, noise, or fading in and out
Change channels
Handset may be out of range of base. Move closer
to base.
•Relocate the base.
Charge the battery.
Make sure base is not plugged into an outlet with another
household appliance.
Unit beeps
•Place handset in base for 20 seconds to reset the security code.
If that doesn’t work, charge battery for 12 hours.
•See solutions for “No dial tone.”
•Replace battery.
Memory Dialing
•Did you program the memory location keys correctly?
•Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed correctly.
•Did you reprogram numbers into memory after power outage or
battery replacement?
S
ERVICE
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty
information, please contact customer service at
1-800-448-0329. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is resolved.
This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its
authorized service agents. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc. could void the user’s authority to
operate this product. For instructions on how to obtain service,
refer to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service
at 1-800-448-0329.
Or refer inquiries to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
P O Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot
down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift.
This information will be valuable if service should be required
during the warranty period.
Purchase date _________________________________________________
Name of store _________________________________________________
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna
for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).
•Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the
telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.
Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult
your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications
Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and
Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available
from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
LIMITED WARRANTY
What your warranty covers:
•Defects in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
One year, from date of purchase.
(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental
or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever
comes first.)
What we will do:
•Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit.
The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the
original product’s warranty period.
How you get service:
•Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were
originally provided with the product. We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.
•”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted
invoice which is evidence that the product is within the
warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty service.”
For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. Also print
your name and address and a description of the defect. Send
via standard UPS or its equivalent to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
c/o Thomson
11721 B Alameda Ave.
Socorro, Texas 79927
•Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for
service not covered by the warranty.
•Insure your shipment for loss or damage. ATLINKS accepts no
liability in case of damage or loss.
•A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight
prepaid.
What your warranty
does not
cover:
Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides
information regarding operating instructions and user controls.
Any additional information, should be obtained from your
dealer.)
•Installation and setup service adjustments.
Batteries.
•Damage from misuse or neglect.
•Products which have been modified or incorporated into other
products.
•Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
•Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
•Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed
with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it
ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for
warranty coverage.
Limitation of Warranty:
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY
APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR
WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA, INC., ITS
AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN
ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.
ATLINKS USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF
THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE
GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT
TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
Headset jack
Headset plug
Slot for belt
clip
black
white
5-2556
5-2587
5-2461
5-2576
NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in
your ATLINKS USA, Inc. product indicates
that we are participating in a program to
collect and recycle Nickel Cadmium batteries
throughout the United States. Please call
1-800-8-BATTERY for information or contact
your local recycling center.
Ni-Cd
R
B
R
C
R
B
R
C
$24.95
Charge cradle
5-2602
5-2599
•Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may
have other rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty
information.