GE 29585 User Manual

Model 29585
Interference Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
Call Waiting / Caller ID
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.
Speakerphone with
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.
12 Number Memory
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.
User's Guide However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Privacy of Communications may not be ensured when using this product.
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.
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.
Notice: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
THE LIGHTNING CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
FLASH AND ARROW RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
WARNING: TO
HEAD WITHIN THE NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
PREVENT FIRE OR
TRIANGLE IS A BACK). NO USER
ELECTRICAL SHOCK WARNING SIGN SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
ALERTING YOU OF REFER SERVICING TO
HAZARD, DO NOT "DANGEROUS QUALIFIED SERVICE
EXPOSE THIS VOLTAGE" INSIDE PERSONNEL.
THE PRODUCT.
PRODUCT TO RAIN
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
OR MOISTURE.
Equipment Approval Information Introduction
Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic
and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical
safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the
Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product
1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company
and save them for future reference.
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number
Short Glossary of Terminology Used in this Manual
and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this
information to your telephone company. Hook switch. The part of the phone that pops up to activate the phone line when the
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line handset is lifted from the base.
and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (but not
Off-hook. A term used to describe the phone in its active mode when the handset is off
all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be
of the base cradle or when the speaker button is pressed.
certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN, you
should contact your local telephone company. On-hook. A term used to describe the phone in an inactive mode.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network Before You Begin
must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A
Parts Checklist
compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be
connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for
Make sure your package includes the following items:
details.
Notes
• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your own
telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company.
• Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your
telephone from your line.
• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the
installation of this product does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about
Base
what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. Handset Cord
US Number is located on the cabinet bottom.
REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom.
Handset
2 Rights of the Telephone Company
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network,
Telephone Jack Requirements
the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of
service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack,
such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately. In case
which might look like the one pictured here, installed in your home.
of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1) promptly notify you of
If you don't have a modular jack, call your local phone company to
such temporary discontinuance; (2) afford you the opportunity to correct the situation; and (3)
find out how to get one installed.
inform you of your right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set
forth in Subpart E of Part 68, FCC Rules and Regulations. Important Installation Information
The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment,
CAUTION: Disconnect the phone cord from the wall outlet before
operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business and not
installing or replacing the batteries.
inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect the use or
performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give you adequate
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line has
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been disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed
for wet locations.
Thomson Inc. • Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone, such as faxes, other
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Model 29585 Indianapolis, IN 46290-1102
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Base Layout Telephone Basics
You can use the telephone by speaking into and listening through the handset, or by
memory store review (3/4)
display using the speakerphone.
buttons buttons
Receiving a Phone Call
mute
1. Lift the handset or press the speaker button to answer the call.
button
2. Replace the handset in the cradle or press the speaker button to hang up.
speaker
Making a Phone Call
button
1. Lift the handset or press the speaker button. Wait for a dial tone.
VOL (+/-)
2. Dial the telephone number you want to call.
buttons
3. Replace the handset in the cradle, or press the speaker button to hang up.
ringer Volume
volume
You may adjust the handset and speakerphone volume independently with the
switch
VOL ( - or + ) buttons. Both handset receiver volume level and speakerphone volume
delete
level are saved in memory.
button
Adjusting the Handset Receiver Volume
menu
button While using the handset, you can adjust the speaker volume by pressing the
VOL ( - or + ) buttons. The screen displays REC (Handset Receiver) volume.
store
Adjusting the Speakerphone Volume
button
While using the speakerphone, you can adjust the speaker volume by pressing the
VOL ( - or + ) buttons. The screen displays SPK volume level.
NOTE: Both handset receiver and speakerphone volume return to the
default setting (low) if the unit's power is reset.
flash/exit
dial Redial
redial/pause
button button
button #
*tone
You may redial the last number you called by pressing the redial button after you hear
button
button
a dial tone.
NOTE: The redial feature holds the last number (up to 32 digits) that
you dialed in memory. If you pressed any other numbers after dialing
Installing and Replacing the Batteries the phone number (for example, when accessing a voice-menu system)
then those numbers are also dialed.
Your Caller ID phone uses 4 AA-size alkaline batteries for receiving and storing Caller ID
Mute
records and for storing the numbers you use for memory dialing, pulse dialing, and redial.
Use the mute button to interrupt a phone conversation to talk privately with someone
IMPORTANT: You will have approximately 90 seconds to replace
else in the room. A conversation can be muted while using the speakerphone or
the batteries before the memories stored are lost. Please read the
handset.
instructions before replacing the batteries and have the batteries
1. Press the mute button. The mute indicator illuminates.
ready to be inserted beforehand.
2. Press mute again to turn it off.
CAUTION:
IMPORTANT: If you are not going to use the telephone for more than
NOTE: Switching from speakerphone to handset cancels mute.
30 days, remove the batteries because they may leak and damage the
DO NOT OPEN
Flash
unit.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
Press flash/exit to activate special features of your telephone network, such as call
TRIANGLE IS A 1. If the telephone line cord is connected, disconnect it
WARNING SIGN transfer, or special services from your local telephone company, such as call waiting.
from the base unit.
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT Temporary Tone Dialing
2. Release latch on battery compartments and remove
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING cover. If you have pulse (rotary) service and want to access customer calling services (such
THE PRODUCT.
3. Insert 4 AA-size alkaline batteries as shown on the as telebanking and long distance services) that require tone dialing, you can use this
diagram in the battery compartments. feature to temporarily change from pulse to tone service.
4. Snap the battery compartment doors back into place After dialing the telephone number and connecting to the customer calling service,
and replace the mounting bracket.
1. Press and release the *tone button.
5. If the line cord was previously connected, re-attach it
2. When you hang up, the telephone automatically returns to pulse dialing mode.
to the unit and check your memory locations.
Speakerphone Basics
NOTE: If the low battery icon appears in the display, you need to
replace the batteries. It is important that you replace the batteries as Location
soon as possible in order to maintain Caller ID operation.
Your phone features a speakerphone for ease of use and convenience during a phone
Installing the Phone
conversation. At any time during a conversation, you can lift the handset to stop using
the speakerphone. Likewise, when you are using the handset, press the speaker button
Your phone should be placed on a level surface, such as a desk or table top, or you can
and place the handset in the cradle to switch to the speakerphone.
mount it on a wall. A wall mounting pedestal is packaged with your phone.
For best speakerphone performance, avoid the following:
Connecting the Handset
• Areas with high background noise. (The microphone might pick up these sounds and
1. Connect one end of the coiled handset cord to the jack on the handset.
prevent the speakerphone from going into the receiving mode when you finish talking.)
2. Plug the other end of the coiled handset cord to the jack on the base.
• Surfaces affected by vibration.
3. Place the handset in the cradle.
• Recessed areas such as in a corner, under a cupboard, or next to a cabinet, which
Connecting the Telephone Line
can generate an echo effect.
Speakerphone Use
1. Connect one end of the straight telephone line cord to the jack on the back of the base.
2. Connect the other end to a wall phone Note the following guidelines when using the speakerphone:
jack.
• The speakerphone works similar to a two-way radio in that you can only listen or talk
3. Set the ringer volume switch located at one time.
at the back of the base to the desired
• Stay reasonably close to the phone so that you can be clearly heard by the person to
loudness.
whom you are talking.
OFF - Telephone will not ring.
• You can adjust the speaker volume by pressing the VOL ( - or + ) buttons.
LO - Sound will be lowest.
• The speakerphone indicator light comes on when the speakerphone is in use.
HI - Sound will be loudest.
NOTE: Batteries must be installed for the speakerphone to operate.
2-Wire NOTE: The unit is properly installed if you pick up the handset and hear
Caller ID (CID) Features
Telephone Line the dial tone. Otherwise, recheck all installation steps.
Bracket/Wall
Cord
Wall Mounting
Mounting IMPORTANT: In order to use all of the features of this telephone, you
Pedestal must subscribe to two separate services available from your local
Your speakerphone can also be mounted on a wall plate (not included).
telephone company: the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service
NOTE: To prevent the handset from falling out of the cradle while the
to know who is calling when the phone rings and Caller ID with Call
phone is hanging on the wall, you must rotate the handset hook 180°
Waiting Service to know who is calling while you are on the phone.
Wall plate
(located on the base). (See diagram below)
CID Summary Screen
Modular Attaching the Wall Mounting Pedestal
telephone The Summary Screen shows the current time, date, and number of new calls to review.
• Rotate the hook 180°. (Refer to Dia. 1A)
line jack
It is displayed until any button is pressed.
• Turn the phone over so that the bottom of the base is facing
NOTE: The number of new calls is displayed until all new calls have
up and the thickest end is pointing away from you.
been reviewed.
• If desired gather the extra telephone line cord together and
store inside the wall mounting pedestal, and then thread the
line cord through the grooves on the pedestal according to
the illustration.
(Dia. 1A)
• With the rounded end of the pedestal pointing upward, insert
the tab on the end of the pedestal into the middle
slot on the bottom of the base, then push the
pedestal down until the two tabs on the left and
right corners of the pedestal snap (lock) into the
two lower slots on the bottom of the base.
• Slip the mounting holes over the wall plate posts
and firmly slide the unit down into place (wall plate
not included).
Receiving and Storing CID Calls Dialing Mode
This units receives and displays information transmitted by your local company. This adjustment allows you to select tone (touch-tone) or pulse (rotary) dialing.
This information can include the phone number,date, and time ;or the name , phone
1. Press the menu button until the screen displays TONE PULSE.
number, date, and time. The unit can store up to 75 calls for later review. When the
2. Press the review 3 or 4buttons to show the current dialing mode. The default is
memory is full, a new call automatically replaces the oldest call in memory. The screen
TONE dialing.
displays NEW for calls received that have not been reviewed. The screen displays REPT
3. To change the dialing mode, press the review 3 or 4 buttons. The display
for calls received more than once which have not been reviewed.
alternates between the two modes.
Reviewing CID Records
4. Press the menu button again to save.
• Press the review 3 or 4buttons to view the call records.
NOTE: The phone will exit Set Up after 20 seconds if no buttons are
• Press the review 4 button to scroll through the call records from the most recent to pressed.
the oldest.
REMINDER: The time and date are programmed automatically when
• Press the review 3 button to scroll through the call records from the oldest to the
the first Caller ID record is successfully received after set up.
newest.
Memory
• When all of the records have been viewed, The screen displays START/END.
Deleting CID Records You may store information in any of the following memory locations: 0 to 9, A, B, and C .
See "Storing a Pause in Memory" and "Temporary Tone Dialing" for more information.
• To delete the record shown in the display, press the delete button once.
Storing a Name and Number in Memory
• To delete all records while reviewing, press and hold the delete button for about
three seconds. The screen displays DELETE ALL?. Press delete again to complete. 1. Press the store button. The screen displays LOCATION?.
Dialing Back 2. Press the desired memory location (0-9, A, B, C).
NOTE: You may select memory locations by pressing review 3 or 4
When reviewing Caller ID records, you can dialback the numbers on the display by
buttons to scroll through the memory locations or press the 0 - 9, A, B,
pressing the dial button.
C.
NOTE: If the screen displays PICKUP PHONE, no other changes to
3. Press the store button again to confirm the memory location.
the number can be made. The information sent from the telephone
NOTE: If necessary, to erase existing memories, or if you make a
company is known to be a valid number for dialing back (used only
mistake, use the delete button.
in very limited areas). Once you pickup the phone, the number is
automatically dialed.
4. Use the number keys to enter the telephone number (up to 32 digits) and press the
If You Programmed Your Local Area Code store button to save. (The unit will not dial a phone number in this mode.) The cursor
automatically moves to the text line for name entry.
1. Use the review 3 or 4 buttons to display the number you want to dial.
5. Use the number keys to enter the name of the person associated with the telephone
2. Press the dial button.
number you just entered. More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys.
• If you see a number with seven digits (i.e. 555-1234), then the call is from within your
For example, to enter the name BILL SMITH, press the 2 key twice for the letter B.
area code. However, this does not guarantee the call is a local call.
Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the letter L.
• If you see a number with 11 digits (i.e. 1-234-555-1234), then the call is not from
NOTE: The flashing cursor automatically moves to the next position or
within your area code.
you may press the review3 or 4 buttons to move the cursor to the
NOTE: A timer (10 seconds on-hook and 3 seconds off-hook) located
next position.
in the upper right side of the display will start, letting you know how
much time is left until the unit returns to the Summary Screen. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L. Press the arrow key (4) two times to
insert a space, and press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S. Press the 6 key once for
3. If you are at on-hook and the screen displays PICKUP OR ADJ, you can adjust the
the letter M. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 8 key for the letter T.
phone number format by pressing the dial button. If the phone is off-hook and
Press the 4 key twice for the letter H.
the screen displays ADJUST, you can adjust the phone number format by pressing
6. Press the store button to save the name.
the dial button. For example, sometimes a 7-digit local number cannot be dialed
7. To enter another name and number in a different memory location, return to step 1
because it requires a 10-digit or 11-digit format. Press the dial button repeatedly to
scroll through the 7, 10, and 11-digit numbers. and repeat the process.
Changing a Stored Number
7-digits:
7-digit telephone number (i.e. 555-5555)
10-digits: 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number (i.e. 425-555-5555) Repeat the storage sequence under "Storing A Name and Number in Memory", and use
the delete button to delete the old number before entering the new number.
11-digits:
long distance code 1 + 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone
number (i.e. 1-425-555-5555) Erasing a Stored Number
4. To dial the displayed number, and the phone is on-hook, pick up the handset or press 1. Press the store button.
the speaker button before the timer reaches 0. If the phone is off-hook, wait until the
2. Press the memory location (0-9, A, B, C) to be erased.
time reaches 0. The screen displays NOW DIALING and the number is dialed.
3. Press the delete button.
If You Did Not Program Your Local Area Code
Copying Caller ID Memories to User Memory
1. Use the review 3 or 4 buttons to display the number you want to dial. You will only
1. Press the review 3 or 4 buttons to view the caller number and name you want to
see 10-digit numbers (i.e. 234- 555-1234).
copy.
2. See steps 2 through 4 in the previous section to complete the dialback process.
2. Press the store button.
Setting Up the Caller ID Menu
3. Press the memory location (0-9, A, B, C). The number flashes if there is a number
already stored in the memory location.
You should not plug the telephone into the modular jack while setting up the Caller ID
4. Press the store button to enter the edit mode, and then press the store button again
menu.
to edit the name.
1. Press the menu button to enter the menu feature configuration mode.
NOTE: You may select a different memory location by pressing review
# 1. >ENG FRA ESP (CID language default English)
3 or 4 buttons to scroll through the memories or press a number
# 2. CONTRAST (default level is 3)
key (0-9, A, B, C).
# 3. LOCAL AREA CODE
5. Press the store button to confirm and save, and wait for three seconds to exit.
# 4. TONE PULSE (Default is tone dialing).
NOTE: If the name you want to enter is longer than 12 characters, only
2. Press the menu button to scroll through the 4 menu screens.
the first 12 characters will be copied into memory.
3. Use the 3 or 4 buttons to select the desired setting.
Storing a Redial Number to Memory
NOTE: You have 20 seconds following an entry before the phone
returns to the Summary Screen. 1. Press the store button.
Display Language 2. Press any key (0-9, or quick call buttons A, B, or C) for the memory location. If there
is a number already stored in the memory location it will appear on the display. Use
This adjustment allows you to display the Caller ID prompts in English, French, or
the review 3 or 4 button to select a different location.
Spanish.
3. Press the store button again to confirm.
1. Press the menu button until the screen displays ENG FRA ESP.
4. Press the redial button, and then press the store button again.
2. Use the review 3 or 4 buttons to select ENG, FRA or ESP.
5. Enter name, if necessary, and then press the store button to confirm.
3. Press the menu button again to save.
NOTE: If you want to edit the number, press the store button again
Contrast
within three seconds. When you are finished, wait three seconds to
This adjustment allows you to adjust the contrast of the display. exit.
1. Press the menu button until the screen displays CONTRAST. Dialing a Number Stored in Memory While On-hook
2. Use the review 3 or 4 buttons to select level 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5.
1. Press the dial button.
3. Press the menu button again to save.
2. To select a memory, press any number key (0-9, A, B, C). The number in that memory
Local Area Code
location displays.
NOTE: You may select a different memory location by pressing review
The telephone uses the programmed area codes to determine the number format to
display when a valid Caller ID signal is received. Numbers that match the local area 3 or 4 buttons to scroll through the memories or press a number key
(0-9, A, B, C).
code are displayed as seven digits and are used for dialing back previous numbers.
Entering your local area code will also help you immediately know if the call is local or
3. Press the speaker button, or pick up the handset to dial the displayed number.
long distance when viewing the CID records in the display.
NOTE: If you make a mistake and want to start over again, press the
delete button to erase all of the digits.
1. Press the menu button until the screen displays LOCAL AREA CODE.
2. Use the number keys to enter the Local Area Code you want.
3. Press the menu button to save.
Dialing a Number Stored in Memory Warranty Assistance
1. Lift the handset, or press the speaker button.
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for warranty information, please
2. Press the dial button then press a memory location button.
contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the equipment is causing harm to
Cascade Dialing the telephone network, the telephone company may require that you disconnect the
equipment until the problem is resolved.
This process allows you to dial a succession of stored numbers from separate memory
locations. This is useful when you must dial several sequences of numbers, such as with Any unauthorized repairs, changes or modifications not expressly approved by
frequent calls via a telephone company long distance provider.
Thomson Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this product. For instructions
on how to obtain a replacement unit, refer to the warranty included in this guide or call
For example Memory location
customer service at 1-800-448-0329.
Local access number of long distance company 6
Or refer inquiries to:
Authorization code (ID) 7
Long distance phone number 8 Thomson Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
1. Pick up the handset or press speaker.
P O Box 1976
2. Press dial button, then press number "6" for the memory location.
Indianapolis, IN 46206
3. Press dial button, then press number "7" for the memory location.
Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference or jot down the date this
4. Press dial button, then press number "8" for the memory location.
product was purchased or received as a gift. This information will be valuable if service
5. The number dials automatically.
should be required during the warranty period.
Storing a Pause in Memory
The redial button has dual functionality and becomes a pause button when the store Purchase Date
button is pressed first. It is valid only when storing a number into memory locations.
Name of Store
Use the redial/pause button to insert a pause when a delay is needed in an automatic
Limited Warranty
dialing sequence. For example, when you must dial a 9 to get an outside line or when
you enter codes to access your long distance company.
What your warranty covers:
Pre-Dialing
• Defects in materials or workmanship.
1. With the handset on the cradle, enter the telephone number you wish to call. The For how long after your purchase:
telephone number shows in the display.
• One year, from date of purchase.
2. Lift the handset or press the speaker button and the number automatically dials.
(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date
NOTE: Use the delete button to delete an incorrectly entered number. of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)
Caller ID Display Messages What we will do:
• Provide you with a new unit. The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder
The following special messages indicate the status of a message or the unit: of the original product's warranty period.
BLOCKED CALL The caller of the incoming call is registered as How you get service:
"Private Number" and their Caller ID information is withheld.
• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with
the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.
CALL WAITING Indicates a call is waiting on the line.
• "Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence
Battery power level is low.
that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty
NO CALLS The caller memory is empty.
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
START/END You are at the beginning or the end of the Caller ID memory log.
to:
UNKNOWN CALLER The incoming call does not have Caller ID service or their service
Thomson Inc.
area is not linked to yours. If the screen displays UNKNOWN
11721 B Alameda Ave.
CALLER along with a calling number, the name information for
Socorro, Texas 79927
that number was not available.
• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson Inc. accepts no liability in case of
Troubleshooting Tips
damage or loss.
• A new unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.
No Dial Tone
What your warranty does not cover:
• Check all cabling to make sure that all connections are secure and not damaged.
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual provides information regarding
• Check hook switch: Does it fully extend when handset is lifted from cradle?
operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be
No Display
obtained from your dealer.)
• Replace the batteries.
• Installation and setup service adjustments.
• Check for proper battery installation.
• Batteries.
No Information is Shown After the Phone Rings
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Are you subscribed to Caller ID service from your local telephone company?
• Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
• Be sure to wait until the second ring before answering. • Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
Phone Dials in Pulse with Tone Service • Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
• Make sure TONE PULSE is set to TONE DIAL. Product Registration:
Phone Won't Dial Out with Pulse Service
• Please visit www.ge.com/phones to register your unit. It will make it easier to contact
you, should it ever be necessary. Registration is not required for warranty coverage.
• Make sure TONE PULSE is set to PULSE DIAL.
Limitation of Warranty:
Phone Does Not Ring
• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS
• Make sure ringer switch is set to LO or HI.
PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, ExPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL
• You may have too many extension phones on your line. Try unplugging some
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
extension phones.
PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION
• Check for dial tone. See Troubleshooting Tips for No Dial Tone.
GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A
Incoming Voice Volume Low GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
• Are other phones off hook at same time? If so, this is normal condition as volume
• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
drops when additional phones are used at once. ExCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
• Check the handset receiver or speaker volume. FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEqUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF
Memory Dialing THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY ExPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED
• Make sure you entered the numbers correctly into memory.
WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. ExCEPT
General Product Care
TO THE ExTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS
To keep your phone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:
LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
• Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise
How state law relates to this warranty:
(for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).
• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential
• DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above
• Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the unit.
limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
• Clean with a soft cloth.
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that
• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the
vary from state to state.
finish.
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship it at a later date.
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.