GE 27930 User Manual

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NTRODUCTION
40-Channel 2.4 GHz Caller ID with
Your Caller ID phone stores and displays specific
Call Waiting Cordless Telephone
information, provided by your local telephone company, to
User's Guide
subscribers of Caller ID or similar caller identification
services. You must subscribe to one of these services in
order to use this unit.
Your Caller ID phone enables you to:
• Identify callers before you answer the phone.
• View the time and date of each incoming call.
• Record up to 40 Caller ID messages sequentially.
• Know who called while you were away.
To get the most from your new phone, we suggest that you
take a few minutes right now to read through this user's guide.
IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit, you must
subscribe to either the standard Name/Number Caller
ID Service or Caller ID with Call Waiting Service. To
know who is calling while you are on the phone, you
must subscribe to Caller ID with Call Waiting Service.
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.
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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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ARTS HECKLIST
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MPORTANT NFORMATION
NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This
certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications
network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Industry Canada
does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.
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Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to
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be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The charge
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equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. 7
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The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions O
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may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
Base Handset
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground
connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water Handset battery
pipe systems, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
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ODULAR ACK
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves,
but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician,
as appropriate.
You need an RJ11(CA11A) type modular phone
NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the jack, which is the most common type of phone jack
telephone company.
and might look like the one pictured here. If you
Party lines are subject to telephone company tariffs and, therefore, you may
don't have a modular jack, call your local phone
not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line.
Check with your local telephone company. company to find out how to get one installed.
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NTERFERENCE NFORMATION
INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones
operate at frequencies that may cause interference to
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may
interfere with residential radio and television reception if not properly nearby TVs microwave ovens, and VCRs. To minimize
installed and used in accordance with instructions contained in this manual.
or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless
Reasonable protection against such interference is ensured, although there is
no guarantee this will not occur in a given installation. If interference is telephone should not be placed near or on top of a
suspected and verified by switching this equipment on and off, the user is
TV, microwave ovens, or VCR. If such interference
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures: Reorient the radio/television receiver's antenna, relocate the
continues, move the cordless telephone farther away
equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment and receiver into
from these appliances. Certain other communications
separate circuit outlets. The user may also wish to consult a qualified radio/
television technician for additional suggestions. This equipment has been devices may also use the 2.4 GHz frequency for
fully tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices
communication, and, if properly set, these devices may
pursuant to part 15 FCC Rules and Regulations. This apparatus does not
exceed the class B limits for RF noise emissions specified in the RFI interfere with each other and/or your new telephone.
regulations of the Industry Canada.
If you are concerned with interference, please refer to
H A C the owner's manual for these devices on how to
EARING ID OMPATIBILITY
properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical
devices that may use the 2.4 GHz frequency for
This telephone system meets FCC/Industry Canada standards for Hearing Aid
Compatibility. communication include wireless audio/video senders,
ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc.
wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless
(An Alcatel /Thomson Multimedia Joint Venture)
telephone systems, and some long-range cordless
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telephone systems.
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D S S
IGITAL ECURITY YSTEM
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to
provide protection against false ringing, unauthorized
access, and charges to your phone line.
When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies
its security code. After a power outage or battery
replacement, you should place the handset in the base for
about 20 seconds to reset the code.
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NSTALLATION
D I
ESKTOP NSTALLATION
NOTE : For desktop charging only, the handset is able
to charge facing up or down.
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1. Remove the battery compartment door on the handset,
insert the battery pack, plug the cord into the jack (inside
the compartment), and replace the compartment door.
2. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to ON and place
CAUTION:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
the handset in the cradle on the base.
DO NOT OPEN
THE LIGHTNING FLASH CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF THE EXCLAMATION
AND ARROW HEAD ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE POINT WITHIN THE
WITHIN THE TRIANGLE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER TRIANGLE IS A 3. Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on
WARNING SIGN
IS A WARNING SIGN SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
ALERTING YOU OF SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS PERSONNEL. IMPORTANT the back of the base and into a modular jack.
VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE INSTRUCTIONS
PRODUCT. ACCOMPANYING THE
PRODUCT.
4. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back of the
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
base and the other end into an electrical outlet. The "charge"
B
EGIN indicator comes on, verifying the battery is charging.
Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use.
If you don't properly charge the phone, battery
performance will be compromised.
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc.
5-2530 power supply that came with this unit.
Using other power supplies may damage the unit.
NOTE : The phone is shipped in Tone Dialing Mode
CID FORMAT
Belt clip
hold from the manufacturer.
3 DEF
ABC 2
5 6 MNO
JKL Mounting bracket
9
8 TUV WXYZ
# PAUSE
OPER
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ALL OUNT NSTALLATION
Telephone AC power
line cord supply
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EQUIREMENTS
4
TALK CID FORMAT
1 hold
1 DEF 3
2 ABC
GHI 4 6 MNO 5
JKL 5
7 PQRS 9 WXYZ
TUV 8
* #
TONE O PAUSE
OPER
2 mute
Because it is necessary to charge the handset for 12 hours
prior to connecting the phone for use the first time, it is
better to leave the unit on a flat surface during initial
charge before attempting to hang it on the wall.
1. Remove the battery compartment door on the handset,
insert the battery pack, plug the cord into the jack (inside
the compartment), and replace the compartment door.
2. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to ON and place
the handset in the cradle on the base.
3. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the back
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of the base and the other end into an electrical outlet.
The "charge" indicator comes on, verifying the battery 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
is charging.
2. Press the flash/program button until DEFAULT
Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use.
SETTING? 1YES 2NO shows in the display. "2NO" is
If you don't properly charge the phone, battery
the default setting.
performance will be compromised.
2. Use the CID Review (up or down arrow) button or the
4. Remove the handset from the cradle and set aside. Turn the handset number pad to scroll to 1YES or 2NO .
base over and align the four slots on the bottom of the
3. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a
base with the four hook-tabs on the mounting bracket.
confirmation tone.
5. Insert the hook-tabs into the slots and push upwards
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until the mounting bracket snaps securely into place. ORDLESS
6. Plug the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on
the back of the base and the other end into a modular
jack. If desired, gather the extra telephone line cord
together, fasten with a wire tie, and store inside the wall
TALK/
mounting bracket.
callback
button
7. Slip the mounting holes on the bracket over the wall
plate posts and firmly slide the unit down into place
redial/
(wall plate not included).
delete
8. Place the handset in the cradle.
button
NOTE: If desired, gather the extra power adapter and
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telephone line cord together, fasten with a wire tie, RINGER
and store inside the wall mounting bracket. switch
TONE
NOTE : The phone is shipped in Tone Dialing Mode
button
from the manufacturer.
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc.
5-2530 power supply that came with this unit.
Using other power supplies may damage the unit.
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ET P
There are five programmable menus available: Language,
Area Code, Ringer Tone, Set Tone/Pulse, and Default Setting.
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ECEIVING A
L S S
ANGUAGE ETTING ELECTION 1. Check the display to see who is calling.
2. Press the TALK button.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the flash/program button until " 1ENGLISH 2FRA
M
AKING A
3ESP " shows in the display. " 1ENGLISH " is the
default setting.
To make a call, press the TALK button before you dial and
3. Use the CID review (up or down arrow) button or the press it again to hang up.
handset number pad to enter your selection.
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EDIAL
4. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a
confirmation tone.
While the phone is on, press the redial/delete button to
redial the last number you dialed (up to 32 digits). If you
A C S get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number,
REA ODE ELECTION
just press redial/delete again (you don't have to turn the
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). phone off and back on).
2. Press the flash/program button until "SET AREA CODE - - -
F
" shows in the display. " - - -" is the default setting.
LASH
3. Use the handset number pad to enter your three digit
Use the flash/program button to activate custom calling
area code.
services such as call waiting or call transfer, which
4. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a are available through your local phone company.
confirmation tone.
TIP: Don't use the TALK button to activate custom
calling services such as call waiting, or you'll hang up
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the phone.
INGER ONE ELECTION
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
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2. Press the flash/program button until " SET RINGER N
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TONE123 " shows in the display. "1" is the default setting.
The phone is ON when the indicator on the handset
3. Use the CID review (up or down arrow) button or the
antenna is lit and the page/ in use indicator on the base is
handset number pad to scroll to 1, 2, or 3.
lit. The antenna indicator and the in use indicator on the
4. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a base flashes when you receive a call.
confirmation tone.
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HANNEL
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ONE ULSE IALING ELECTION
While talking, you might need to manually change the
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). channel in order to get rid of static. Press and release the
chan button to advance to the next clear channel.
2. Press the flash/program button until " SET TONE/
PULSE" shows in the display. "1TONE" is the default
T
EMPORARY
setting.
3. Use the CID review (up or down arrow) button or the
This feature enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to
handset number pad to scroll to 1TONE or 2PULSE .
access touch-tone services offered by banks, credit card
companies, etc., by pressing the TONE button to temporarily
3. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a
make the phone touch-tone compatible. To get information
confirmation tone.
about your bank account, for example, you would:
1. Call the bank's information line.
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ETTING ELECTION
2. Press the TONE button (*) after your call is answered.
3. Follow the voice instructions to complete your
transaction.
4. Hang up when finished. The phone returns to Pulse
(rotary) service.
H
OLD
Press the hold button to put a call on hold. HOLD shows in
the display, and the handset antenna indicator flashes. To
P B
HONE ASICS
release a line on hold, press the hold button again or pick
up an extension phone.
VOLUME buttons
CID
C
ANCEL
review
button
Press the cancel button to cancel any command you
initiated. Press cancel to hang up after finishing a call.
FORMAT
button
F H
INDING THE ANDSET
cancel This feature helps to locate a misplaced handset.
TALK FORMAT
CID
button
Press the PAGE button on the base. The handset beeps
hold continuously for about 2 minutes or until you press the
hold
1 3 TALK button on the handset..
DEF
2
ABC button
4 GHI 6 MNO NOTE: The ringer does not have to be on for this
5
JKL
feature to work.
7 9 PAUSE
PQRS WXYZ
8 TUV
button
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TONE PAUSE
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INGER WITCH
flash/
program
The RINGER switch must be ON for the handset to ring
chan
button
during incoming calls.
button
mute mem
button button
V
OLUME
The VOLUME button controls the volume of the handset's
C earpiece. There are four volume levels. VOL 1 is the lowest
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level and VOL 4 is the loudest.
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OICE ESSAGING
Provided your phone company offers
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ALL
voice messaging service and you
subscribe to it, the in use/wmwi
indicator on the base flashes when
the phone is not in use to indicate
there is a message waiting. It stops
flashing after the message has been
reviewed.
C ID F
ALLER EATURES
Time Date
Caller ID phone number
NOTE: If the Caller ID number has more than 15 digits,
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SE NDICATOR
press the FORMAT button to view the remaining digits.
This unit receives and displays information transmitted by
your local phone company. This information can include
the phone number, date, and time; or the name, phone
number, date, and time. The unit can store up to 40 calls
for later review.
B
UTTON
C ID C
ALLER WITH
Provided you subscribe to Caller ID with Call Waiting
service from your phone company, you are able to see who
is calling when you hear the call waiting beep. The caller
identification information appears in the display after you
hear the tone.
T
ONE
• Press the flash button to put the current person on hold
so that you can answer the incoming call.
IMPORTANT: In order to use the Caller ID functions
with this unit, you must subscribe to either the standard
Name/Number Caller ID Service or Caller ID with Call
Waiting Service. To know who is calling while you are
on the phone, you must subscribe to Caller ID with Call
Waiting Service.
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ECEIVING AND TORING ALLS
When you receive a call, the information is transmitted by
the phone company to your Caller ID telephone between
the first and second ring.
When the memory is full, a new call automatically replaces
the oldest call in memory. NEW appears in the display for
calls received that have not been reviewed. REPT indicates
that a new call from the same number was received more
than once.
NOTE: Check with your local phone company
regarding name service availability.
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EVIEWING ECORDS
As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to
let you know how many calls have been received.
• Press the CID review down button to scroll through the
call records from the most recent to the oldest.
• Press the CID review up button to scroll through the call
records from the oldest to the newest.
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RANSFERRING ECORDS TO
M
EMORY
You may transfer a Caller ID record to your phone's memory.
NOTE: It is important that you format CID records
correctly before storing in memory. It is not possible to
re-format CID records stored in memory.
1. Use the CID review (up or down arrow) button to scroll
to the desired record.
2. Press the mem button.
3. Press the desired memory location. Example, press the
number 1 key to store the record in memory location 1.
To replace a CID record stored in a memory location
with a new CID record:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 3.
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2. Press the mem button and REPLACE MEMO? shows in
indicator
the display.
3. Press mem again and the new CID record replaces the ld
in use/VMWI charge/page CID record in that memory location. The unit beeps
charge
indicator
twice to confirm.
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D R
button
ELETING ECORDS
Use the redial/delete button to erase the record currently
shown in the display or all records.
D C R
Number of calls
ELETING THE URRENT ECORD
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID review (up or down arrow) buttons to
display the desired Caller ID record.
3. Press redial/delete. The display shows DELETE?
4. Press redial/delete again to erase the record. The unit
beeps twice to confirm and the next Caller ID record
shows in the display.
Caller ID name
D A R
ELETING LL ECORDS
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID review (up or down arrow) buttons to
display any Caller ID record.
3. Press and hold redial/delete button until the unit beeps
and DELETE ALL? shows in the display.
4. Press redial/delete again to erase all records. The display
shows NO CALLS .
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