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GE 28821 Series User Manual

Dect 6.0 cordless handset speakerphone answering system
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28821
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DECT 6.0 Cordless
Handset Speakerphone
Answering System
User's Guide
Need Artwork
Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of
6
handsets
(by purchase of optional Model
TBD
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  • Page 1 Model 28821 Series DECT 6.0 Cordless Handset Speakerphone Answering System User’s Guide Need Artwork Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of handsets (by purchase of optional Model handset with charge cradle)
  • Page 2 Equipment Approval Information Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
  • Page 3 US Number is located on the cabinet bottom. REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom. 2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on y our line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required.

  • Page 4: Interference Information

    Interference Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and () This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 5: Fcc Rf Radiation Exposure Statement

    Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility. Licensing Licensed under US Patent 6,7,009. 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 0 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
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  • Page 9: Battery Compartment

    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 case the power in your home goes out.

  • Page 10: Telephone Jack Requirements

    For Model 28821xx2 there will be ONE additional handset, charge cradle, belt clip, battery pack and cover than shown above. For Model 28821xx3 there will be TWO additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clip, battery packs and covers than shown above. For Model 28821xx4 there will be THREE additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clip, battery packs and covers than shown above.

  • Page 11: Installation

    Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line. INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause or receive interference with nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and VCRs.

  • Page 12: Important Installation Guidelines

    Important Installation Guidelines • Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting, microwave ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight. • Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature. • Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers. •...

  • Page 13: Handset Layout

    Handset Layout Voice Mail Waiting Indicator (VMWI) / display Visual Ringer TALK (button) CALLER ID-VOLUME 6(caller id/volume CALLER ID-VOLUME down button) 5(caller id/volume up button) SPEAKER ( button) END/cancel (button) phone book (button) delete/intercom/conf (delete/intercom/ conference button) * tone (button) #pause (button) mute/menu OK...

  • Page 14: Base Layout

    Base Layout (Top & Front Views) volume 5/ 6 delete (button) (buttons) skip (button) repeat (button) PLAY/STOP speed (button) (button) Message Counter (indicator) memo (button) announce (button) ans on/off (answerer on/off button) D-N-D (do not disturb page charge/in use button) (button) voicemail (indicator)

  • Page 15: Installing The Phone

    Installing the Phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved Model Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit. 1.

  • Page 16: Base Station

    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, such as a desktop or tabletop, or you may mount it on the wall. . Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of the base and the other end into a modular jack.

  • Page 17: Answering System Setup

    Answering System Setup This section shows you how to set up your answering system to receive incoming calls. Before you begin the set up process, you must turn on the answering system. • Press the ans on/off button to turn the answering system on and off. The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering system is on.

  • Page 18: Set Prompt Language

    Set Prompt Language From the Answerer Menu: 1. Press the CALLER ID-VOLUME (5 or 6) button to scroll to PROMPT LANG. . Press the mute/menu OK button to enter the menu. PROMPT LANG 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display. .

  • Page 19: Message Alert

    Message Alert This feature sets your answering system to give an alert tone every 10 seconds when there are new messages. From the Answerer Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume (5 or 6) button to scroll to the MESSAGE ALERT sub- menu.

  • Page 20: Speaker Volume

    Speaker Volume Use the volume (5 or 6) buttons to adjust speaker volume on the base to a comfortable level. L1 is the minimum speaker volume and is the maximum. Voice Instruction If you need additional assistance, press the repeat button in standby mode and follow the voice instructions.

  • Page 21: Reviewing And Choosing The Announcement

    Reviewing and Choosing the Announcement Press and release the announce button to review and select this one as your outgoing announcement. NOTE: Press the PLAY/STOP button at any time to stop playing the announcement. Programming the Telephone Standby Screen The handset displays the handset number and user name. Programming Functions The system uses a menu structure to give you access to all of the built-in features.
  • Page 22 5. Use the touch tone pad to enter the handset number to be monitored. NOTE: When this phone system is expanded (up to handsets by purchase of optional Model handset with recharge cradle), handsets are named HANDSET 1, HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3 and so on respectively.
  • Page 23 Answerer Need text for this section..... Set Alarm Clock 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). . Press the mute/menu OK button to go to the main menu. . Press caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to ALARM. .

  • Page 24: Handset Setup

    Handset Setup 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). . Press the mute/menu OK button to go to the main menu. . Press caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to HANDSET SETUP. . Press mute/menu OK button to confirm and you may program the following items: Language, Handset Name, Ringer Tone, Ringer Volume, VIP Melody, Key...

  • Page 25: Handset Name

    Handset Name From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the HANDSET NAME sub- menu. button to enter the menu. HANDSET NAME shows in . Press mute/menu OK the display. .

  • Page 26: Ringer Volume

    Ringer Volume From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the RINGER VOLUME sub-menu. button to enter the menu. SET RINGER LEVEL 5 . Press mute/menu OK shows in the display.

  • Page 27: Storing Vip Melody

    Storing VIP Melody From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to VIP MELODY sub-menu. . Press mute/menu OK button to select VIP melody feature and then display VIP 1 record. - If VIP1 does NOT contain any specific number/records, it will display EMPTY.
  • Page 28 Reviewing And Deleting Stored VIP Melody Record From the Handset Setup Menu: button to enter to VIP MELODY menu. 1. Press the mute/menu OK . Use the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the desired VIP Melody Record.
  • Page 29 Set Day/Time From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the SET DAY/TIME sub- menu. . Press mute/menu OK button to enter the menu. SET DAY MONDAY shows in the display.
  • Page 30 Area Code From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the AREA CODE sub-menu. button to enter the menu. SET AREA CODE - - - shows in . Press mute/menu OK the display.
  • Page 31 Registration Your packaged handset(s) are pre-registered and ready to use. It is not recommended that a handset be registered again unless absolutely necessary. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the REGISTRATION sub-menu.
  • Page 32 De-Registration De-registration cancels registration. During the de-registration process, keep the handset near the base. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to the DEREGISTRATION sub- menu. button to enter the menu. DEREGISTRATION 1YES42NO .

  • Page 33: Global De-Registration

    Global De-registration If one or more handsets becomes lost, you should de-register all handsets to ensure proper system operation. WARNING: It is not recommended that a handset be de-registered unless absolutely necessary because once a handset is de- registered, that handset’s telephone features cannot be used until the handset is re-registered.

  • Page 34: Speakerphone Operation

    Telephone Operation Visual Indicators Base charge/in use voicemail indicator on the base will flash to alert you to an incoming call, during paging, or if you have a message waiting from your service provider. The indicator will remain lit when a handset is in the base charging or when the line is in use.
  • Page 35 Making a Call 1. Press the TALK or SPEAKER button. Dial the desired number. - OR - Dial the number first, then press the TALK or SPEAKER button. - OR - Press the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to select the desired record, then press the TALK or SPEAKER button.

  • Page 36: Flash/Call Waiting

    Ringer Volume (Shortcut) There are two ways to set the ringer volume. One is the traditional way as described in the Programming Functions; Handset Setup; Ringer Volume menus. The other one is this short cut to ringer menu. 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). button to display SET RINGER LEVEL .

  • Page 37: Last Number Redial

    Last Number Redial You may redial a number up to  digits long. To quickly redial the last number you dialed: 1. Press the TALK or SPEAKER button. . Press the redial/format button. -OR- . Press the redial/format button first, then use the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to select the desired redial number.

  • Page 38: Paging From The Base/Group Page

    Handset to Handset Paging (applicable only with additional handsets) 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). button on a handset. PAGING . Press and release the delete/intercom/conf EXTENSION? shows in the display. . Use the touch-tone pad to enter the handset number you want to page. .

  • Page 39: Receiver Volume Control

    Mute To have a private, off-line conversation, use the MUTE feature. The party on the telephone line cannot hear you, but you can hear them. button. The handset display shows MUTE ON. 1. Press the mute/menu OK . Press the mute/menu OK button to cancel and return to your phone conversation.

  • Page 40: Intercom Operation

    Intercom Operation (applicable only with additional handsets) The intercom feature allows you to have a conversation with another registered handset without tying up the telephone line, allowing you to still receive incoming calls. Making an Intercom Call 1. Make sure the handset is OFF (not in TALK mode). .

  • Page 41: Advanced Intercom Features

    Advanced Intercom Features Receiving an Incoming Call During an Intercom Call If you receive a telephone call during an intercom call, the intercom call is immediately terminated and both handsets ring. Either handset user may press the TALK or SPEAKER button to answer the call.

  • Page 42: Three-Way Calling

    Three-Way Calling button. LINE ON HOLD 1. During an external call, press the delete/intercom/conf EXTENSION? shows in the display. . Use the touch-tone pad to select Handset #. You will hear a paging tone and PAGING shows in the originating handset’s display. NOTE: PAGING FROM...

  • Page 43: Caller Id (Cid)

    Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are using the GE multi handset system, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line. The Call Waiting Caller ID information will be displayed and stored in the history of all handsets in the system.

  • Page 44: Storing Cid Records (In Cid Memory)

    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 0 most recent calls you received so you can see who called while you were unavailable. When the 1st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted.

  • Page 45: Storing Cid Records In Internal Memory

    Available formats include: Number of digits Explanation Example Eleven digits long distance code “1 ” 1-17-888-8888 +-digit area code +7-digit telephone number. Ten digits -digit area code + 17-888-8888 7-digit telephone number. Seven digits 7-digit telephone number. 888-8888 Storing CID Records in Internal Memory You may also store CID information in the phone’s internal memory.

  • Page 46: Deleting All Cid Records

    Deleting All CID Records 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). . Use the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to display any Caller ID record. button until DELETE ALL? shows in the . Press and hold the delete/intercom/conf display.
  • Page 47 Add Records 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). . Press the phone book button to access the phone book sub-menu. . Use the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to ADD RECORDS. .

  • Page 48: Delete Records

    Edit Records 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). . Press the phone book button to access the phone book sub-menu. . Use the caller ID-volume ( 6 or 5) button to scroll to EDIT RECORDS. .

  • Page 49: Answering System Operation

    Answering System Operation This section discusses the buttons and features on the answering system. Message Counter Indicator The message counter gives you a numeric display of how many messages you have. The new message indicator flashes to indicate you have new messages. See below for the details.

  • Page 50: Leaving A Message/Memo

    Leaving a Message/Memo Use the memo feature to leave a message. 1. Press and hold the memo button. . Begin speaking after you hear “RECORD MESSAGE” and start tone. . Release the memo button when you are finished recording the memo. NOTE: Maximum recording time for memo is 3 minutes.

  • Page 51: Memory Full

    Memory Full When the answering system memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings. You should erase some messages so the answering system may record new messages. Erasing Messages You may erase messages in the following three ways: To erase a message while it is playing 1.

  • Page 52: Remote Access

    Remote Access You may access the answering system with the cordless handset or from any tone- dial compatible telephone. Cordless Handset Use the corresponding handset keys just like you would use the base buttons (see “Answering System Setup”). The button functions are located on the handset above each number key.
  • Page 53 Accessing the Answering System from Another Location You can access your answering system from any touch-tone phone by entering your -digit security code during the playing of outgoing announcement or after you hear the outgoing announcement. 1. Dial the telephone number to which the answering system is connected. .

  • Page 54: Belt Clip And Optional Headset

    Belt Clip and Optional Headset Connecting the Belt Clip 1. To attach the belt clip, insert the sides of the belt clip into the slots on each side of the handset. . Snap the ends of the belt clip into place. Connecting an Optional Headset to the Handset Each handset can be used with an optional headset hands free operation.

  • Page 55: Changing The Battery

    Changing the Battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved Model TBD Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit. 1. Make sure the telephone is OFF (not in TALK mode) before you replace the battery. .

  • Page 56: Display Messages

    Display Messages The following messages shows the status of the phone, provides Caller ID information, or helps you set up and use your phone. BLOCKED NUMBER Indicates the person is calling from a number which is blocked from transmission. CHARGING... Indicates the handset needs to charge for a period of time before it can resume normal function.
  • Page 57 INCOMPLETE DATA Caller information is interrupted during transmission or the phone line is excessively noisy. Indicates no CID information was received, you are not subscribed to CID service, or CID service is not working. LINE IN USE Displays on handset while the line is in use. LONG DISTANCE Indicates CID record is from a long distance call.

  • Page 58: Answering System Display Messages

    UNKNOWN CALLER/ Indicates incoming call is from an area not NAME/NUMBER serviced by CID or the CID information was not sent. Answering System Display Messages The following messages show the status of the answering system or help you set up and use the system.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Telephone Solutions No dial tone • Check or repeat installation steps: Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet. Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall jack. •...

  • Page 60: Caller Id Solutions

    Unit beeps • Clean the charging contacts on the cordless handset and base charge cradle with a soft cloth or an eraser. • See solutions for “No dial tone ” on previous page. • Replace the battery. Memory dialing doesn’t work •...

  • Page 61: Battery Solutions

    Battery Solutions If you experience any of the following problems, even after recharging the battery, you may need to replace the battery pack: • Short talk time • Poor sound quality • Limited range • Charge indicator fails to turn on Answering System Solutions Can’t hear messages, beep, etc.

  • Page 62: 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, computers, etc. • Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms. •...

  • Page 63: Warranty Assistance

    Warranty Assistance If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for 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 require that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. Any unauthorized repairs, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc.

  • Page 64: 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 5 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.) What we will do: •...
  • Page 65 What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and setup service adjustments. • Batteries. • Damage from misuse or neglect. •...
  • Page 66 How state law relates to this warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. •...

  • Page 67: Accessory Information

    Accessory Information DESCRIPTION MODEL NO. Handset Replacement Battery AC Power converter Belt Clip Headset 5-2425 Accessory Handset with Charge Cradle To place order, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready and call toll-free 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.
  • Page 68 Index...
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  • Page 72 Thomson Inc. 101 W. 10rd Street Indianapolis, IN 690-110 Model 881 © 007 Thomson Inc. 0007 (Rev. 0 Dom E/S) Trademark(s) ® Registered 07- Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in China...

  • Page 73: Equipment Approval Information

    Model 28811 Series DECT 6.0 Cordless Handset Speakerphone User’ s Guide Need artwork Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 8 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 28801 handset with charge cradle) Equipment Approval Information...
  • Page 74 Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
  • Page 75 temporary discontinuance; () afford you the opportunity to correct the situation; and (2) 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. The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment, operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations.

  • Page 76: Before You Begin

    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.
  • Page 77 Parts Checklist (for model 28811) Make sure your package includes the items shown here. Base Battery handset Battery compartment cover For Model 28811xx2 there will be ONE additional handset, charge cradle, belt...
  • Page 78 clip, battery pack and cover than shown above. For Model 28811xx3 there will be TWO additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clip, battery packs and covers than shown above. For Model 28811xx4 there will be THREE additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clip, battery packs and covers than shown above. For Model 28811xx5 there will be FOUR additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clip, battery packs and covers than shown above.
  • Page 79 Important Installation Guidelines • Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting, microwave ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight. • Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature. • Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers. •...
  • Page 80 Installing the Phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved model 5-2814 Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit. 1.

  • Page 81: Programming The Telephone

    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, such as a desktop or tabletop, or you may mount it on the wall. 2.
  • Page 82 Standby Screen The handset displays the handset number and user name. Programming Functions The system uses a menu structure to give you access to all of the built-in features. You may program the following items in main menu: Phone Book, Room Monitor, Set Alarm Clock and Handset Setup.
  • Page 83 8. Press the mute/menu OK button to confirm and advance Set Cycle Time sub-menu. 9. Use the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to select Once or Daily. The default setting is Once. 10. Press the mute/menu OK button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. NOTE: If you select Daily, the system will follow the current time setting to turn on the alarm.
  • Page 84 This feature lets you to adjust the audio quality. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to scroll to Equalizer. 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to enter the menu. 3. Use the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to scroll to desired selection. The default is Natural. 4.
  • Page 85 6. Press mute/menu OK button to confirm and then display VIP MELODY 01 to wait for the melody tone selection. 7. Press caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to select from melody 01 to melody 10 (a testing tone is generated while making melody selection) 8.
  • Page 86 1. Press the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to scroll to the REGISTRATION sub-menu. 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to enter the menu. REGISTRATION 1YES42NO - - - shows in the display The default setting is 2NO. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to select 1 for YES or for NO. Or use the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to scroll to 1YES or 2NO.
  • Page 87 below to return to the factory default settings. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to scroll to the DEFAULT SETTING sub-menu. 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to enter the menu. DEFAULT SETTING 1YES 2NO shows in the display. The default setting is 2NO.
  • Page 88 - OR - Pick up the handset and press the TALK button. 2. When finished, press END/cancel to hang up. NOTE: Adjust the handset volume by pressing the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button during a call. Call Timer After you press the TALK or SPEAKER button on the handset, the built-in call timer shows on the display and counts the length of time of the call in minutes and seconds.
  • Page 89 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press and release the delete/intercom/conf button on a handset. PAGING EXTENSION? shows in the display. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the handset number you want to page. 4.
  • Page 90 sending handset. 4. Wait for the person at the receiving handset to press the delete/intercom/conf button. NOTE: If the receiving handset does not answer within two minutes, the intercom call is automatically canceled. The originating handset displays NO ANSWER. 5. When finished, press the END/cancel button or delete/intercom/conf...
  • Page 91 Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are using the GE multi handset system, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line.
  • Page 92 3. Press the TALK or SPEAKER button. The number dials automatically. NOTE: Depending on (a) how the incoming caller’s phone number is formatted when it is received, and (b) whether or not you previously pre-programmed your local area code into the set up menu, you may need to adjust the format of the incoming caller’s stored phone number before making the call, press the redial/format...
  • Page 93 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to go to main menu. 3. Use the Caller ID-volume (5 or 6) button to scroll to PHONE BOOK. 4. Press the mute/menu OK button to access the Phone book sub-menu. 5.
  • Page 94 3. Use the caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button or key in alphabet to move to desired record, press the delete/int/conf button, DELETE? shows on the display. 4. Press the delete/int/conf button again to confirm. NOTE: If you don’t want to change or delete a record, simply press the END button, or wait for one minute to exit automatically.
  • Page 95 • To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Nickel-metal Hydride battery listed in the User’s Guide. • Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • Remove batteries if storing over 30 days. 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).
  • Page 96 Handset Sound Signals Signal Meaning A long warning tone Signals an incoming call (with ringer on) Three short beeps Page signal (several times) One beep every 7 seconds Low battery warning Troubleshooting Guide Telephone Solutions No dial tone • Check or repeat installation steps: Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet.
  • Page 97 • Charge the battery (for 16 hours). Or replace the battery. • Make sure the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical outlet. Disconnect the power adaptor from the base and reconnect it. Caller ID Error Message • The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring.
  • Page 98 P O Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference or jot down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This information will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period. Purchase Date _________________________________________________________ Name of Store ________________________________________________________ Limited Warranty...
  • Page 99 of any breach of any express or implied warranty on this product. This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty are governed by the laws of the state of Indiana. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above.

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