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GE 28300 User Manual

GE 28300 User Manual

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Model 28300
2 in 1 - Internet Phone
User's Guide
Quick
Set-Up
Guide
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can be used with the internet
or as a landline telephone

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  • Page 1 Model 28300 2 in 1 - Internet Phone User’s Guide Quick Set-Up Guide on page can be used with the internet or as a landline telephone...

  • Page 2: Equipment Approval Information

    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.

  • Page 3: Id Ompatibility

    Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Information for DECT Product This 8300 telephone is compliant with the DECT 6.0 standard which operates in the 1.9GHz to 1.93GHz frequency range.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents quipmEnt pprovAl nformAtion ...3 ntErfErEncE nformAtion (HAc) ...3 EAring ompAtibility ...3 icEnsing fcc rf r AdiAtion xposurE dEct p nformAtion for roduct ...4 AblE of ontEnts ...7 ntroduction ...7 EforE Egin ... 7 arts heCklist elePhone equirements ...8 nstAllAtion ...8...
  • Page 5 DVanCeD nterCom eatures eCeiVing an nComing ...32 nterCom sing nterCom with xternal ... 32 alls ... 33 alling ...33 onfErEncE pErAtion oCal hree onferenCe ...34 kyPe onferenCe onferenCe all with a ... 34 kyPe ontaCt ...34 ...35 rowsing ormatting anD aVing ...
  • Page 6 Skype™ GE 28300 USB DECT step 2 step 3 install the software in connect the GE 28300 to your the CD to your computer computer and landline respectively 1. put the CD into the CD-rom 1. plug in power cord drive of your computer 2.

  • Page 7: Ontents

    Introduction CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in...

  • Page 8: Elephone

    • Avoid other cordless telephones. • 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.

  • Page 9: Ayout Ase Ayout

    Handset Layout earpiece Soft Key Left (SKL/ | ) (button) 5/6Navigational (button) Landline (button) [traditional call] speaker (button) (button) REDIAL/flash (button) Base Layout PAGE (indicator) CHARGE (indicator) IN USE/CID/VM (indicator) PAGE display Soft Key Right (SKR/ | ) (button) Skype (button) [computer call] END CALL (button)

  • Page 10: Installing The Phone

    4. Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place. Base Station 1. Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack (RJ11C), and place your cordless telephone on a level surface near your personal computer.

  • Page 11: Software Installation

    . Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL jack on the back of the base and the other end into a modular jack. 3. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the jack on the back of the base.
  • Page 12 4. Select "I accept the terms of the license agreement" and click [Next] to continue. 5. The folder where setup installs the files can be changed. The default directory is “C:\Program Files\SKYLINK\SKYLINK™ -in-1 Phone Utility”. Press [Change…] to change the directory. Click [Next] to continue. 6.

  • Page 13: Uide

    Start when windows start Automatically starts the SKYLINK™ -in-1 Phone Utility Exit SKYLINK™ Operation Guide The "Status" screen indicates SKYLINK™ and Skype are operational. The "Tools" screen allows you to easily register handsets and deregister handsets from the drop down menu. The "About"...

  • Page 14: Programming The Telephone

    HANDSET SETTINGS Allows you to set preferences for the handset. BASE SETTINGS FUNCTION The telephone can store up to 100 landline entries in the contacts list with three numbers per entry. Review Caller ID data (0 record limit) and Skype call data (unlimited);...

  • Page 15: Rogramming The Elephone Imer

    Timer There are three programmable menus available: Time Format, Clock and Alarm. 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode). . Press the MENU (SKL) button and use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to TIMER. 3.

  • Page 16: Handset Settings

    On/Off There are four options: Off, Once, Everyday, and Weekday. Off - Press the OK (SKL) button to confirm. Once, Everyday, and Weekday - Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu. Set the time using the keypad, then press OK (SKL) button to confirm. NOTE: Once the alarm is set, the alarm icon will appear in the top icon bar.

  • Page 17: Inger Ype

    4. Press the OK (SKL) button to save your selection. NOTE: When English is selected, press the OK (SKL) button if you would like to add an additional input language, (or Cancel (SKR) to use English character set only) then press the 6 or 5 button to scroll to French or Spanish character set and press the OK (SKL) button to confirm.

  • Page 18: M Essage

    Message Waiting If you have subscribed to a voice messaging service, the green message light on the base will flash to alert you that you have messages waiting. To hear your messages, contact your voice messaging service provider. NOTE: For quick dialing you can store the voice messaging service number on your phone.

  • Page 19: Ontrast

    Wallpaper You may choose from the 3 preset images. From the HANDSET SETTINGS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to WALLPAPER. . Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu. 3. Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to the desired selection. 4.

  • Page 20: Uto Nswer

    Auto Answer If Auto Answer is set to ON, you can answer the phone by lifting it from cradle. If Auto Answer is OFF, you must press the button on the handset From the HANDSET SETTINGS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to AUTO ANSWER. .

  • Page 21: Enu C Olor

    Menu Color This feature allows you change the background color and the color of the highlighter from 4 color schemes. From the HANDSET SETTINGS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to Menu Color. . Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu. 3.

  • Page 22: Egistration

    WARNING: It is not recommended that a handset be deregistered unless absolutely necessary because once a handset is deregistered, that handset’s telephone features cannot be used until the handset is re- registered. 5. Select Back, if you do not want to deregister.

  • Page 23: Ase

    Select Base This option allows you to register a handset to more than one base and select which base it takes the signal from. The handset can also search for the most suitable base automatically if Auto Base is selected. From the HANDSET SETTINGS menu;...

  • Page 24: Ringer Type

    Ringer Type This menu allows you to change the ringer tone (from 5 ring melodies) for the base. From the BASE SETTINGS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to RINGER TYPE. . Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu. 3.

  • Page 25: Unction

    4. Press the OK (SKL) button to confirm your selection. NOTE: Select [Play] to start the game. Select [Help] to get operational guide for the game. Telephone Operation Power On/Off Operation The handset is powered on by connecting the battery or if the handset has been powered down, press and hold the END CALL button for  seconds.

  • Page 26: Skype Calls

    SkypeOut allows you to use your internet connection to call ordinary telephones and mobile telephones worldwide. 1. Dial the number with format; 001, area code, telephone number. You must dial the "1" and the area code even if it is a local number, othewise you will dial up another country.

  • Page 27: Kype All

    Skype Call Use Skype to call other Skype users free of charge. Make sure that Skype™ is installed and activated on your computer. 1. Press the (Skype) button. The first entry in the Skype contacts list appears. . Use the 6 or 5 button to browse the contacts (online or all) or enter the first letter of the desired name to select a Skype contact.

  • Page 28: C All W Aiting

    Answering a Call When a landline call is received, if you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company, the phone number and name will appear. When an Skype call is received, the incoming Skype username or SkypeIn number will be shown on the LCD.
  • Page 29 NOTE: You can press the Skype call and turn to the landline call or press the button to release the landline line and turn to the Skype call. 3. When finished, press the END CALL button to end both calls. NOTE: If one call is ended, the other ongoing call can be terminated by press the END CALL button.

  • Page 30: Ontacts

    Dialing from Contacts 1. Press the CONTACT (SKR) button, the first entry in the phone book appears. (Or “No Records” if there are no entries.) - OR - You can access the Phone Book through user menu. 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode). .

  • Page 31: Peaker

    Call Transfer/Forwarding (applicable only with additional handsets) If the telephone is connected to a PBX network, it is possible to put a landline call or Skype call on hold and call other subscribers, or forward calls to another handset. 1. Press the INT button to hold the external call and initiate an internal call.

  • Page 32: Ntercom C

    Advanced Intercom Features Receiving an Incoming Call During an Intercom Call If you receive a telephone call during an intercom call, you can place the intercom call on hold, accept the incoming Landline or Skype call, then toggle between the calls if necessary.

  • Page 33: Two-Way Calling

    Local Three-way Conference Call During a telephone call, you may have a three-way conversation between the external caller and the handsets, or you may transfer the external telephone call to another handset. 1. During an external call, press the INT button to enter the intercom menu.

  • Page 34: Ocal Hree Way Onference Kype Onference All

    8. When finished, press the END CALL button. Skype Conference Call 1. Press the (Skype) button to enter the Skype contacts list. . Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll the contacts list and press the CONFERENCE (SKL) button to select participants one by one. (Up to 4 Skype users can be chosen to join the conference at one time) NOTE: Press CONFERENCE (SKL) again to cancel a selected party from the conference group.

  • Page 35: Browsing Call Logs

    Use the 6 or 5 button to select a group and the press the OK (SKL) button to confirm. 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...

  • Page 36: All Ogs

    Contacts (Landline Only) The telephone can store up to 100 entries in the phone book with three numbers for each name. Store numbers frequently used in order to be able to dial them quickly and easily.

  • Page 37: Earching

    Searching From the CONTACTS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to select SEARCH. . Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu. 3. Scroll to entry or enter the first letter of the name to quick search an entry. 4.

  • Page 38: Peed Ial

    Group From the CONTACTS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to select GROUP. . Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu. 3. Use the 6 or 5 button to select desired group. 4. Press the OPTION (SKL) button to VIEW details of a group or EDIT NAME of group. 5.

  • Page 39: Check Memory

    Check Memory From the CONTACTS menu; 1. Use the 6 or 5 button to select CHECK MEMORY. . Press the OK (SKL) button to enter the menu to view the used memories and total memories. Emergency Call You may store up to four 15-digit emergency numbers. From the CONTACTS menu;...

  • Page 40: Recautions

    NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your Thomson Inc. product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle the rechargeable battery (or batteries). For more information go to the RBRC web site at www.rbrc.org or call 1-800-8-BATTERY or contact a local recycling center.

  • Page 41: Battery

    LCD Icon Guide Icon Icon Name Small Icon Signal Key lock Line in use Alarm Ring Battery No ring Mute Message waiting Indicates that there is message waiting. Skype Icon Online Offline Away Do Not disturb Not Available Invisible Skype me PC not available Conference SkypeIn...

  • Page 42: Uide

    Ensure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical 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.
  • Page 43 No sound from handset • Adjust handset volume. • Check and adjust sound settings in Skype, under "Sound Devices". You experience static, noise, or fading in and out • The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base. •...

  • Page 44: Olutions

    Handset displays "HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION" • Follow the programming in the telephone procedures to re-register the handset to the base. • Press the SELECT button to begin handset registration. Follow instructions on Handset screen. Registration did not work • Charge the batteries for 16 hours.

  • Page 45: Battery Solutions

    Skype Ring Delay • When making a Skype-IN call, the landline callers hears  or more rings before the PC/Handset starts to ring. This is a network connection problem. Poor Sound Quality • Choppy, drop-outs, static, echo during Skype call is an indication of network connection problem.

  • Page 46: Causes Of Poor Reception

    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, televisions, entertainment centers, etc. • Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms. •...

  • Page 47: 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.

  • Page 48: Limited Warranty

    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: •...
  • Page 49 • 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.

  • Page 50: Arranty

    Index Accessory Information Adding Contacts Adjusting Earpiece and Ringer Volume Advanced Intercom Features Alarm 15 Answering a Call Auto Answer Backlight Base Layout Base Settings Base Station Battery Safety Precautions Battery Solutions Before You Begin Browsing Call Logs Call Log Call Transfer/Forwarding Call Waiting Caller ID Solutions...
  • Page 51 Making a Call Menu Color Message Waiting Muting the Microphone and Ringer Paging the Handset Parts Checklist Power On/Off Operation Programming the Telephone Receiving an Incoming Call During an Intercom Call Receiving an Intercom Call Registration Ringer On/Off Ringer Type, Handset...
  • Page 52 Thomson Inc. 10330 North Meridian St. Model 8300 Indianapolis, IN 4690-104 00014743 (Rev. 0 Dom E/S) © 006 Thomson Inc. 06-31 Trademark(s) ® Registered Printed in China Marca(s) Registrada(s)

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