General electric memory phone user's guide (2 pages)
Summary of Contents for GE 17670
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Model 25982 5.8GHz Dual Handset Speakerphone/Answering System User’s Guide Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 4 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 25902 handset with charge cradle)
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone 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 you may connect to your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company.
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 6,47,009.
Telephone Jack Requirements To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack, which might look like the one pictured here, installed in your home. If you don’t have a modular jack, call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed.
• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers. • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. • Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Installing the Phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before using the cordless handsets. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery model 5-2729, which is compatible with this unit. 1.
Connecting the Telephone Line On the base, plug one end of the straight telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the base and the other end into a modular wall telephone jack.
Attaching the Pedestal Bracket Desktop mode: 1. Position pedestal bracket in correct orientation; refer to imprint on bracket. . Attach the pedestal by first inserting the stationary tabs on the pedestal into the upper set of slots on the bottom of the base and then push the pedestal down until it snaps into place.
Answering System Operation Recording the Outgoing Announcement For best results when recording, you should be about nine inches from the microphone, and eliminate as much background noise as possible. 1. Make sure the answering system is ON. . Press and hold the announce button on the base while you record the announcement.
Screening Calls from the Base You can screen incoming calls by waiting for the caller to leave a message (to hear who it is), then pick up the handset, or press TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER on cordless handset or the speaker/call back button on the base to talk to the caller. The answering system automatically stops recording when you activate the handset or pick up an extension phone.
Erasing Messages You may erase messages three ways: To erase a message while it is playing 1. Press and release the respective mailbox button (play/stop 1 or play/stop or play/stop 3) . Press caller id 9 or : button to select and play the message you want to erase. 3.
Telephone Set Up There are twelve programmable menus available for the base: Language, Display Contrast, Rings to Answer, Security Code, Base Ring Level, Ringer Tone, Tone/Pulse, Set Day, Set Time, Local Area Code, Link Cordless Handset, and Default Setting. There are nine programmable menus available for the cordless handset: Language, Handset Name, Area Code, Ringer On/Off, Ringer Tone, VIP Ring Tone, Transfer, Link Base, and Default Setting.
Handset Name NOTE: This setting may only be made with the cordless handset. 1. Press the mute/menu button until ENTER NAME shows in the display. . Use the touch-tone pad on the handset to enter the name (up to 15 characters). More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys.
3rd ring. If you have no new messages, the unit answers after the 5th ring. You can hang up after the 3rd or 4th ring and save the pay telephone or long distance charge.
Handset Ringer ON/OFF NOTE: This setting may only be made with the handset. 1. Press the menu/flash button until RINGER 4 1ON or 2OFF shows in the display. 1HI is the default setting. . Use the CALLER ID-VOLUME (6 or 5) button or the touch-tone pad on the handset to scroll to 1ON or 2OFF.
Setting Day/Time NOTE: This setting may only be made with the base. Time is transmitted automatically by your local phone company as part of Caller ID service. If you are subscribed to Caller ID service, the current time is set automatically when you receive your first CID call.
Tone/Pulse Dialing NOTE: This setting may be made only with the base. 1. Press the menu/flash button until 41TONE 2PULSE shows in the display. 1TONE is the default. . Press the caller id (9 or :) button or the touch-tone pad to scroll to 1TONE or 2PULSE.
Default Setting NOTE: This setting may be made with the base or the cordless handset. 1. Press the menu/flash button on base or mute/menu button on handset until DEFAULT SETTING or DEFAULT shows in the display. NO is the default setting. .
Making a Call Cordless Handset 1. Press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button. Wait for a dial tone, then dial the desired number. -Or- . Dial the number and then press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button. 3. When finished, press TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER or place the handset in charging cradle to hang up.
Handset Ringer ON/OFF Shortcut Apart from the setting in the main menu, there is a shortcut to set the ringer. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 1. Press the #PAUSE/ringer button to go to the RINGER ON/OFF menu. RINGER 41 ON shows in the display.
Call Transfer Transferring Call from Base to Cordless Handset During an external call, you may transfer the external call from base to handset. NOTE: To cancel the call transfer, you may press *exit button or page button on base. 1. Press the page button to put the line on hold and transfer the call. TRANSFERRING shows in the display.
Corded Handset 1. Lift the corded handset. . Press the redial button. - Or - 3. Press the redial button first, then lift the corded handset. If you get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number, press the redial button to quickly redial the number.
Mute To have a private, off-line conversation, use the mute feature. The party on the other end of the line cannot hear you, but you can still hear them. 1. Press the mute/do not disturb button on the base or mute/menu button on the handset.
Base Unit Speakerphone Operation For best speakerphone performance, avoid the following: • Areas with high background noise. (The microphone might pick up these sounds.) • Surfaces affected by vibration. • Recessed areas such as in a corner, under a cupboard, or next to a cabinet, which can generate an echo effect.
(handset or base) is on the external line. Memory The cordless handset and base each have their own separate memory storage areas. Store ten 15-character names and 4-digit telephone numbers in the handset and base memories. Storing a Name and Number in Memory 1.
Press the #pause button on the touch-tone pad 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 wait for a computer access tone.) Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.
3. Press the desired memory location button (0-9), or use the CALLER ID-VOLUME (6 or 5) button to scroll to the desired telephone number. 4. Press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button. The stored telephone number dials automatically. Base: Press the speaker/call back button, or lift the corded handset.
Chain Dialing from Memory Use this feature to make calls that require a sequence of numbers, such as a frequently used long distance card number. The following example shows how you can store each part of the long dialing sequence and use chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service provider: The Number For Long Distance Access Number...
When you receive a call, Caller ID information is transmitted by the phone company to your telephone between the first and second ring. The Caller ID information appears on your phone’s display while the phone rings, giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to answer the call.
Storing CID Records (In CID Memory) If you are not at home or cannot answer, your telephone’s Caller ID memory stores the data for the most recent 40 calls you received so that you can see who called while you were unavailable. When the 41st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted.
The format button lets you change the format of the displayed number. Available formats include: Number of digits Eleven digits Ten digits Seven digits Explanation long distance code “1” + 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number. 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number. 7-digit telephone number. Example 1-317-888-8888 317-888-8888 888-8888...
NOTE: If the phone company does not supply all ten digits of an incoming caller’s number, you will not be allowed to adjust the format of that number. Scroll to the number you want to call back: 3. If the number does not dial as shown, press the format button on base or format/ trans button on cordless handset.
Caller ID Errors If there is an error in the transmission of information to your Caller ID phone, ERROR shows in the display. If you have not subscribed to Caller ID service or it is not working, NO DATA shows in the display.
Memory Full When the answering system’s memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings, beeps, and waits for you to enter the 3-digit security code. You have 10 seconds to enter the security code before the phone hangs up. You should erase some of the messages in order for the system to record incoming messages.
Changing the Security Code The default security code for accessing the answering system from another location is 1 3. The security code is set through the programming menu. Refer to Telephone Set Up for more information. Changing the Battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc.
Headset and Belt Clip Operation Connecting an Optional Headset to the Handset For hands free conversation, connect the headset (optional) to the HEADSET jack. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is connected. Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and over your ear. Move the microphone to approximately to 3 inches from your mouth.
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Indicates that there is no additional information in Caller ID memory. ENTER NUMBER Prompt telling you to enter a telephone number in one of the 10 memory locations. ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to enter the name in one of the 10 memory locations.
Ensure the base power cord is connected to a working outlet . Ensure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall jack. • Connect another phone to the same jack; if there is still no dial tone, the problem might be your wiring or local service.
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Handset/Base does not ring • Make sure the handset ringer and the base ringer is ON. • The cordless handset may be out of range. Move closer to the base. • You may have too many extension phones on your line. Try unplugging some phones.
No Caller ID • In order to receive Caller ID information, you must subscribe to the standard name/number Caller ID service from your local telephone company. Battery Solutions If you experience any of the following problems, even after fully recharging the battery, you may need to replace the battery pack: •...
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.
Handset 39 Connecting the AC (Electrical) Power 10 Connecting the Belt Clip 39 Connecting the Corded Handset 11 Connecting the Telephone Line 10 Cordless Handset Speakerphone Operation Deleting All Caller ID Records 35 Deleting the Current Caller ID Record 35...
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Storing CID Records in Internal Memory 34 Switching Between Speakerphone and Handset 7 Switching Between the Speakerphone and Handset Earpiece 8 Telephone Jack Requirements 6 Telephone Set Up 15 Telephone Solutions 41 Tone/Pulse Dialing 0 Transfer ON/OFF 0 Transferring Call from Base to Cordless...
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: •...
1-800-338-0376. A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering. We are 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. Model 598 00017670 (Rev. 0 Dom E/S) 07-10 Printed in China MODEL NO.