GE 27923 User Manual

27923

Interference Information

40 Channel 2.4 GHz
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may interfere
Cordless Telephone System with residential radio and television reception if not properly installed and used
in accordance with instructions contained in this manual. Reasonable protection
User's Guide
against such interference is ensured, although there is no guarantee this will not
occur in a given installation. If interference is suspected and verified by switching
this equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures: Reorient the radio/television receiver's
antenna, relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment
and receiver into separate circuit outlets.The user may also wish to consult a
qualified radio/television technician for additional suggestions.This equipment
has been fully tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices
pursuant to part 15 FCC Rules and Regulations.This device complies with RSS-
210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1)This device may not cause interference, and (2)This device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.

Hearing Aid Compatibility

This telephone system meets FCC/Industry Canada standards for Hearing Aid
Compatibility.
REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ONTHE CABINET BOTTOM
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
THE LIGHTNING CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
WARNING:TO FLASH AND ARROW RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
HEAD WITHIN THE NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
PREVENT FIRE OR
TRIANGLE IS A BACK). NO USER
WARNING SIGN SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
ALERTING YOU OF REFER SERVICING TO
HAZARD, DO NOT
"DANGEROUS QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
EXPOSETHIS VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE. SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

Important Information

NOTICE:This product meets the applicable Industry Canada
technical specifications.
The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection.The Introduction
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not
prevent degradation of service in some situations. CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety
instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
future reference.
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give
the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the Your cordless telephone system is designed to give you flexibility in use and high
equipment. quality performance.To get the most from your new cordless telephone system,
we suggest that you take a few minutes right now to read through this instruction
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
manual.
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe
systems, if present, are connected together.This precaution may be particularly IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have
important in rural areas. at least one phone in your home that isn't cordless, in case the power in your
home goes out.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but
should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as

Before You Begin

appropriate.
NOTES:This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the

Parts Checklist

telephone company.
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
Handset battery
Base
Model 27923 ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc.
00003188 (Rev. 2 CAN E/F) Line cord
© 2005 ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc.
05-22 Trademark(s) ® Registered
Printed in China
Marque(s) ® déposée(s)
Telephone Jack Requirements Connecting the Telephone Line
Wall plate
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular 1. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the base
telephone jack, which might look like the one pictured called TEL LINE and the other end into your home's modular phone jack.
Modular
here, installed in your home. If you don't have a modular
2. Set the ringer switch (on the handset) to ON, and place the handset in the cradle
telephone
jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get
line jack on the base.
one installed.

Wall Mounting

Digital Security System
If you want to mount the phone on a wall, slip the mounting holes (on the back of
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing,
the base) over the wall plate posts, and slide the unit down into place. (Wall plate
unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line.
not included.)
When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies its security code. After

Handset Layout

a power outage or battery replacement, you should place the handset in the base
for about 20 seconds to reset the code.
INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that
may cause or receive interference with nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and VCRs.
To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone
should not be placed near or on top of a TV, microwave oven, or VCR. If such
interference continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these
appliances. Certain other communications devices may also use the 2.4 GHz
frequency for communication, and, if not properly set, these devices may
interfere with each other and/or your new telephone. If you are concerned
with interference, please refer to the owner's manual for these devices on how
to properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical devices that may use the
2.4 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders,
wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some
long-range cordless telephone systems.
Important Installation Information
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
CAUTION:
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
DO NOT OPEN designed for wet locations.
THE EXCLAMATION • Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone
POINT WITHIN THE
line has been disconnected at the network interface.
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN • Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
• Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone such as faxes,
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING other phones, or modems.
THE PRODUCT.
Installing the Phone
Your cordless telephone system should be placed on a level surface such as a
desk or table top, or you can mount it on a wall.

Installing the Handset Battery

NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use.
1. Locate battery and battery door which are packaged together inside a plastic
Cordless Phone Basics
bag and are separate from the handset.
2. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset.
Making a Call
3. Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside the compartment.
1. Press the TALK button and dial the desired number.
NOTE: It is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires) to the jack
2. To hang up, press theTALK button or place the handset in the base cradle.
inside the compartment. To ensure proper battery installation, the connector is
keyed and can be inserted only one way. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have
at least one phone in your home that isn't cordless, in case the power in your
home goes out.
BATTERY Redial
RED WIRE
Press the REDIAL button to quickly redial the last number you called (up to 32 digits).
If you get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number, press REDIAL to dial
the number directly.
PRESS DOWN
Receiving a Call
FIRMLY
BLACK WIRE
1. To answer a call press theTALK button on the handset before you begin
speaking.
4. Insert the battery pack.
2. To hang up, press theTALK button or place the handset in the base cradle.
5. Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place.
In Use Indicator
6. Place the handset in the charging cradle.
When the in use/charge indicator on the base is lit, the handset is either in use or
charging.The in use/charge indicator on the base flashes when you receive a call.
Ringer Tone
1. Press the PROG button until you hear a beep.TheTALK button will flash while in
this mode.
2. Press the 1 or 2 button to select the RingerTone.
3. Press the PROG button again. The unit beeps to confirm.
Flash
If you subscribe to the Call Waiting service from your local telephone you will hear
a beep to indicate another call is waiting on the line.To connect the waiting call,
press the FLASH button on the handset and your original call is put on hold.You
Connecting the AC (Electrical) Power
may switch back and forth between the two calls by pressing the FLASH button.
Plug the power adaptor cord into the power jack on the bottom of the base and
TIP: Do not use the TALK button to activate custom calling services such as call
the other end into an electrical outlet.The in use/charge indicator (on the base)
waiting, or you'll hang up the phone.
turns on to indicate the battery is charging when the handset is on the cradle.
Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use. If you don't properly Volume
charge the phone, battery performance is compromised.
Handset
When the phone is ON, press the VOLUME (left or right arrow) on the handset
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. power adaptor 5-2616 (black) or 5-
to adjust the volume of the handset's earpiece.There are four settings. Press
AC power
2617 (gray) power adaptor that came with this unit. Using other power adaptors
adaptor the right arrow to increase the volume and left arrow to decrease the volume.
may damage the unit.

Channel Button

While talking on the phone, you might need to manually change the channel in
order to reduce static caused by appliances, such as baby monitors, garage door
openers, microwave ovens, or other cordless phones. Press and release the CHAN
button to move to the next clear channel.
Tone/Pulse
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode)
2. Press and hold the PROG button until you hear a beep.TheTALK button will
flash while in this mode.
3. Press the */TONE button to selectTone Dialing or press the #/PAUSE button to
select Pulse Dialing.
4. Press the PROG button again. The unit beeps to confirm.
Temporary Tone
The feature is useful only if you have pulse (rotary) service.TemporaryTone
Dialing enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touchtone services
offered by banks, credit card companies, etc. For example, when you call your
bank you may need to enter your bank account number.Temporarily switching to
touchtone mode allows you to send your number.
1. Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to connect.
2. When your call is answered, press the *TONE button on the handset to
TALK
(button) temporarily change from pulse dialing to tone dialing.
3. Follow the automated instructions to get the information you need.
4. Hang up the handset and the phone automatically returns to pulse (rotary)
VOL - or + dialing mode.
(button) PROG
Ringer Switch
(program button)
The RINGER switch must be ON for the handset to ring during incoming calls.
Paging the Handset
MEMORY
This feature helps to locate a misplaced handset.
(button)
REDIAL
(button) Press the page button on the base.The handset will beep for about two minutes or
until you pressTALK on the handset or press the page button on the base.
PAUSE#
(button) NOTE: You can still page the handset if the ringer is turned off. If the batttery is
TONE*
dead, the Paging feature will not work.
(button)
FLASH Memory
(button)
Store up to ten 20-digit numbers in memory for quick dialing.
CHAN
ringer/on-off
(channel button)
(switch) Storing a Number in Memory
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not inTALK mode).
2. Press the MEMORY button.
3. Press a number (0-9) to store the dialed number in that memory location.
4. Press the MEMORY button again.
5. Use the handset number keypad to enter the telephone number (up to 20 digits,
including pauses) and press the MEMORY button again to save the number.
The unit beeps to confirm.
6. To enter another number in a different memory location, return to step 1 and
repeat the process.
Storing a Redial Number
1. Repeat steps 1 through 4 in Storing a Number in Memory.
2. Press the REDIAL button.
3. Press the MEMORY button to store the number.You will hear a confirmation
tone.
Changing a Stored Number
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Number in Memory.
2. Press the MEMORY button to store the number.You will hear a confirmation
tone.The old number will be overwritten with the new number.
Dialing a Stored Number
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing theTALK button.
2. Press the MEMORY button.
3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location.The number dials
automatically.
Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence
Press the # PAUSE button once to insert a delay in the dialing sequence of a
stored telephone number. 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). Each
pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence. If you need a longer pause, press
the #PAUSE button twice.
Deleting Stored Numbers
1. Press the MEMORY button.
2. Press the desired memory location (0-9).
3. Press the MEMORY button to delete the entry.
4. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Unit beeps
Changing the Battery
• Place handset in base for 20 seconds; if it still beeps, charge battery for 12
Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.
hours.
1. Remove the battery compartment door.
• Clean the charging contacts on handset and base with a soft cloth.
2. Disconnect the battery plug from the jack inside the battery compartment and
• See solutions for "No dial tone. "
remove the battery pack from the handset.
• Replace the battery.
3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the jack inside the
handset.
Memory Dialing doesn't work
4. Put the battery compartment door back on.
• Make sure you programmed the memory location keys correctly.
5. Place handset in the base to charge.
• Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
6. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12 hours) prior to first use or
Phone dials in pulse with tone service
when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone,
battery performance will be compromised.
• Make sure phone is in tone dialing mode.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the
Phone won't dial out with pulse service
battery listed in the User's Guide.
• Make sure phone is in pulse dialing mode.
Contains

Causes of Poor Reception

Nickel-Cadmium NOTE: This product contains a nickel-cadmium
Rechargeable Battery
rechargeable battery and must be recycled or • Aluminum siding.
disposed of properly. We suggest that you check
• Foil backing on insulation.
with your local Environmental Agency regarding
• Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals.
Ni-Cd recycling or disposal.
Must be Recycled or
Disposed of Properly • You're too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves, computers, etc.
• Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.
Battery Safety Precautions
• Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house.
• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this
• Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices.
type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.
• Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
• To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the
• Handset battery is low.
User's Guide.
• You're out of range of the base.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Microwave oven is using the same frequency.
• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.

Telephone Network Information

General Product Care

Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone
To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:
network, the telephone company, where practicable, may notify you that
• Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that generate
temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not
electrical noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).
practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company
may temporarily discontinue service immediately.
• DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
• Avoid dropping the unit and other rough treatment. The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures where such action is required in the
• Clean with a soft cloth.
operation of its business. If these changes are expected to affect the use or
• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will
performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company will likely give
damage the finish.
you adequate notice to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date.
Notice must be given to the telephone company upon termination of your
• Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base with a soft cloth.
telephone from your line.
Handset Sound Signals

REN Number

Signal Meaning On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information,
the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
A long warbling tone (with ringer on) Signals an incoming call
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to
Three short beeps (several times) Page signal
your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone
Single beep every 14 seconds Low battery warning
number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices
connected to one line should not exceed 5.To be certain of the number of devices

Troubleshooting Guide

you may connect to your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your
local telephone company.
Cordless Phone Solutions
No dial tone
• Check installation:
Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet.
Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base unit and the wall
phone jack.
• Connect another phone to the same modular jack; if the second phone doesn't
work, the problem might be with your wiring or local service.
• The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base.
• Make sure the battery is properly charged (for 12 hours).
• Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly.
• Did the handset beep when you pressed theTALK 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 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 a dial tone.
You experience static, noise, or fading in and out
• Change channels.
• Move closer to base.The handset might be out of range.
• Relocate the base. Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical outlet with
another household appliance.
• Charge the battery.
Service
ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc., warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient
that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year
from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced free of charge, including
return transportation.
This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents,
misuse or leaking batteries.
Should your product not perform properly during the warranty period, either:
1. Return it to the selling dealer with proof of purchase for replacement,
OR
2. Remove the batteries (where applicable), and pack product complete with
accessories in the original carton (or equivalent).
— Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and insured to:
ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
c/o Thomson multimedia Ltd.
6200 Edwards Boulevard
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L5T 2V7
The provisions of this written warranty are in addition to and not a modification
of or subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies
contained in any applicable legislation, and to the extent that any such provisions
purport to disclaim, exclude or limit any such statutory warranties and other rights
and remedies, such provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent
necessary to comply therewith.
If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of warranty service, you may
write to:
ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
c/oThomson Inc.
P.O. Box 0944
Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A., 46206-0944
Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference.This information is
required if service is needed during the warranty period.
PURCHASE DATE ________________________________________________
NAME OF STORE ________________________________________________

Accessory Information

DESCRIPTION MODEL NO.
BLACK WHITE
AC Power converter 5-2616 5-2617 (gray)
Belt Clip 5-2657 5-2657
Handset Replacement Battery 5-2549
To order, call the nearest distributor for your area;
Ontario: (905) 624-8516 Manitoba: (204) 783-2088
British Columbia: (604) 438-8001 Quebec: (514) 352-9071
A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering.
It is required by law to collect appropriate sales tax for each individual state, country,
and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Items are subject to availability.