GE 26992D Cordless Telephone User Manual


 
CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers, for
instance if you use a calling card for a frequently called long distance number.
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 and then press 8.
4. At the next access tone, press memory and then 9.
TIP: Don’t be in too big of a hurry. Wait for the access tones before pressing the next memory
button, or your call might not go through.
TEMPORARY TONE
This feature enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touch-tone
services offered by banks, credit card companies, etc. Press the * tone button to
temporarily make the phone touch-tone compatible. To get information about
your bank account, for example, you would:
1. Call the bank’s information line.
2. Press the * tone key, when your call is answered.
3. Follow the voice menu instructions to get the information. When you hang up,
the phone goes back to pulse (rotary) service.
REMOTE ACCESS
This section explains two types of remote access: using the handset to access
the answering system and accessing the answering machine system from
another phone in another location.
The handset contains integrated buttons that enable you access the answering
system with the handset.
You can also access your answering system from any phone that is tone-dial
compatible by entering a 3-digit security code after you hear the outgoing
announcement. A voice menu system guides you through all of the procedures.
NOTE: After three failed attempts to enter your security code, the unit automatically hangs up.
USING THE HANDSET
Press the answerer button to access the answering system from the cordless
handset.
After you access the answering system, use the marked handset keys just as if
you were pressing the corresponding buttons on the base (see "Answering
System Operation" for details on functions). To make it easy for you, the functions
are listed on the handset above each number. For example, to play messages:
1. Press the answerer button.
2. Press 2 (play/stop ).
3. When you are finished listening to your messages, press answerer again.
SCREENING CALLS FROM THE HANDSET
Use the handset to screen calls. You may only screen calls if the answerer is
turned on.
When the phone rings:
1. Wait until the answering system answers the call.
2. Press the answerer button to gain access to the answering system.
3. Listen to the caller leaving a message.
4. Press the TALK button to talk to the person or press answerer to stop
screening the call.
MEMORY FULL
When the memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings, and announces,
“Memory full.” If you don't enter the security code within 10 seconds after the
announcement, the phone beeps and hangs up.
You need to erase some of the messages in order for the system to record new
incoming messages.
NOTE: The unit also answers after the 10th ring if it is turned off. To access the answering system from
another location, enter your 3-digit security code after you hear the beep.
ACCESSING THE ANSWERING SYSTEM FROM ANOTHER PHONE
You can access your answering system from a touch-tone phone by entering
your 3-digit security code after you hear the outgoing announcement.
1. Dial the phone number for the answering system.
2. Enter the security code after you hear the tone.
3. Follow the voice menu to use the answering system’s remote functions.
The remote feature enables you to perform the following functions:
To Press this Button
Review message 1
Play back messages 2
Stop message playback 2
Erase message 0 (during message playback)
Skip message 3
Turn On/Off answering system 4
Review voice menu options 7
TIP: You can bypass the outgoing announcement by pressing any numbered key on the keypad while
the announcement is playing. Then, you can enter your security code to access the answering system.
CHANGING THE SECURITY CODE
The default security code for accessing the answerer from another location is
1 2 3. You must use the handset to change the security code. With the phone
off, follow these steps:
1. Press answerer (the ANS. indicator comes on).
2. Press * tone.
3. Enter 3 numbers to be used as the new security code.
4. Press * tone again.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.
1. Remove the battery compartment door.
2. Disconnect the battery plug attached to the battery pack
and remove the battery pack from the handset battery
compartment.
3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord to 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 don’t properly charge the phone,
battery performance will be compromised.
NOTE: If the battery is not installed in the handset, or if the battery is not properly connected to the
jack inside the battery compartment, the TALK button on the handset blinks when the handset is
placed on the base cradle.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the
instruction book.
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.
NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your ATLINKS USA 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CORDLESS PHONE SOLUTIONS
Problem Solution
No dial tone Check installation:
Is the base power cord connected to a working
outlet?
Is the in use/charge indicator on?
Is the telephone line cord connected to wall
jack?
Connect another phone to the same jack; the
problem might be your wiring or local service.
Is the handset out of range of the base?
Make sure the battery is properly charged (12
hours).
Is the battery pack installed correctly?
Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK
button? Did the in use/charge indicator come on?
The battery may need to be charged.
Place the handset in the base for at least 20
seconds.
Handset does not ring Make sure the ringer switch on the handset is
turned to ON.
•Move closer to the base. The handset may be out of
range.
•You may have too many extension phones on your
line. Try unplugging some phones.
Check for dial tone.
You experience static, Change channels.
noise, or fading in and out Move closer to base (handset might be out of
range).
Does the base need to be relocated? Make sure
base is not plugged into an outlet with another
household appliance.
Charge battery.
Unit beeps Place handset in base for 20 seconds; if it still
beeps, charge battery for 12 hours.
Clean charging contacts on handset and base with a
soft cloth, or an eraser.
•See solutions for “No dial tone.”
•Replace battery.
Memory Dialing Did you program the memory location keys correctly?
doesn't work Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
Phone dials in pulse Make sure phone is in tone mode.
with tone service
Phone won’t dial out Make sure phone is in pulse mode.
with pulse service
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 the handset, as well as other rough treatment to the phone.
Clean the unit 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.
Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base with a soft
cloth
SERVICE
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 ________________________________________________
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:
CUSTOMER: CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE.
Please make sure that this form has been filled out completely.
*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.
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
____________________________________________________________________
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:
Copy your complete account number from your
Master Card or Discover.
To order, call 1-800-338-0376 (for accessories only) or complete this order form.
ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
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:
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.
DESCRIPTION MODEL NO.
TOTAL
QTY.
PRICE*
Belt clip
$10.85
$14.95
Replacement battery
5-2555
5-2459
$24.95
AC Power supply
5-2512
black
gray
5-2552
5-2618
ANSWERING MACHINE SOLUTIONS
Problem Solution
Can’t hear messages, Adjust speaker volume.
beep, etc.
Time/Day setting Set the time clock.
stuck at 12 a.m Mon.
Answers on 10th ring Make sure answering system is turned on.
Memory may be full.
Incoming messages Was an extension phone picked up?
are incomplete Memory is full.
Accidentally pressed PLAY button during playback
and stopped message.
Won’t respond to Must use tone-dial phone.
remote commands Must enter correct security code.
Did unit hang up? If you take no action for a period
of time, it automatically hangs up.
HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS
Signal Meaning
Three long beeps Page signal
A long warbling tone (with ringer on) Incoming call signal
One short beep every few seconds Battery low
ANSWER STATUS INDICATORS
The following indicators show the status of the answering system.
0-59 Total number of messages.
1-59 (blinking) There is unread messages or messages
are playing.
CL (blinking) The voice time/day stamp needs set.
- - Answerer off.
An (blinking) Currently answering a call.
F (blinking) Memory is full.
Six bars (blinking) Recording a memo or announcement.
LA Remote access to answering system from
phone in another location.
CAUSES OF POOR RECEPTION
Aluminum siding
Foil backing on insulation
Heating ducts and other metal construction that 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 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.