GE 26934 User Manual

26934
I
NTRODUCTION
40-Channel 900 MHz Caller ID with
CAUTION: When using telephone equipment,
Call Waiting Cordless Telephone
there are basic safety instructions that should
User's Guide
always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this
product and save them for future reference.
Your Caller ID phone stores and displays specific
information, provided by your local telephone company, to
subscribers of Caller ID or similar caller identification
services.
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 all of the features of this
phone, you must subscribe to either the standard
Name/Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting
Caller ID Service. To know who is calling while you are
on the phone, you must subscribe to Call Waiting
Caller ID 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.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW
WARNING: TO
HEAD WITHIN THE
PREVENT FIRE OR TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
ALERTING YOU OF
HAZARD, DO NOT
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
EXPOSE THIS
THE PRODUCT.
PRODUCT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
We bring good things to life.
B Y
EFORE OU
E A I
QUIPMENT PPROVAL NFORMATION
P C
ARTS HECKLIST
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. Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
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. You must, upon
request, provide this information to your telephone company.
CID/VOL
TALK
callback
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your
redial memory format
1 3 def
2 abc
telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is ghi 4 5 6 mno
jkl
pqrs 7 8 tuv 9 wxyz
called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one cancel
* tone 0 oper # pause
delete ringer program
channel flash
line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to off on
your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone Base Handset
network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted
by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this
product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also
compliant. See installation instructions for details.
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ELEPHONE ACK
Notes
• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone
To use this phone, you need an
company.
RJ11C type modular telephone jack,
• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use
which might look like the one
your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your local
telephone company.
pictured here, installed in your
• Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of home. If you don't have a modular
your telephone from your line.
jack, call your local phone company
• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line,
to find out how to get one installed.
ensure the installation of this product does not disable your alarm equipment. If you
have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone
company or a qualified installer.
INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones
2 Rights of the Telephone Company
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, operate at frequencies that may cause interference to
the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance
nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and VCRs. To minimize
of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances
or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless
warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service
immediately. In case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1)
telephone should not be placed near or on top of a
promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance; (2) afford you the opportunity to
TV, microwave ovens, or VCR. If such interference
correct the situation; and (3) 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.
continues, move the cordless telephone farther away
The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities, equipment,
from these appliances.
operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business and
not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect the
use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give you
adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
D S
IGITAL ECURITY
H A C (HAC)
EARING ID OMPATIBILITY
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility. provide protection against false ringing, unauthorized
access, and charges to your phone line.
US NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM
When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies
REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM
its security code. After a power outage or battery
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
replacement, you should place the handset in the base for
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Model 26934
about 20 seconds to reset the code.
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NSTALLATION
D I
ESKTOP NSTALLATION
NOTE : The handset can be charged facing up or down.
CID/VOL
2
TALK
callback
redial format
memory
1 3
2 abc def
4 ghi 5 6 mno
jkl
pqrs 7 8 9 wxyz
tuv
cancel
* tone #
0 oper pause
delete ringer program
channel flash
off on
1
1. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to ON and place
the handset in the cradle on the base.
2. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the
bottom of the base and the other end into an electrical
outlet. The in use/charge 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.
NOTE: DO NOT connect the telephone line to the
modular jack until the phone has charged for 12 hours.
3. Plug the telephone line cord into the PHONE LINE jack
on the bottom of the base and into a modular jack.
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc.
5-2559(black) and 5-2558(white) power supply
CAUTION:
that came with this unit. Using other power
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN supplies may damage the unit.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
NOTE: The phone automatically defaults to touch-
BACK). NO USER WARNING SIGN
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. ALERTING YOU OF
tone dialing. To change to pulse (rotary) dialing, see
REFER SERVICING TO IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
QUALIFIED SERVICE
"TONE/PULSE DIALING." If you don't know which
PERSONNEL. ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
type of service you have, check with your local
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
telephone company.
B
EGIN
W M I
ALL OUNT NSTALLATION
5
CID/VOL
TALK
callback
redial memory format
1 3
2 abc def
4 ghi 5 jkl 6 mno
pqrs 7 8 9 wxyz
tuv
cancel
* tone 0 # pause
oper
AC power Telephone Belt Clip channel delete ringer program flash
off on
supply line cord
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EQUIREMENTS
Because it is necessary to charge the handset for 12 hours
Wall plate
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.
Modular
telephone
line jack 1. Set the RINGER switch (on the handset) to ON and place
the handset in the cradle on the base.
2. Plug the power supply into the power jack on the
bottom of the base and the other end into an electrical
outlet. The in use/charge 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.
NOTE: DO NOT connect the telephone line to the
modular jack until the phone has charged for 12 hours.
S
YSTEM
3. Plug the telephone line cord into the PHONE LINE jack on the
bottom of the base and the other end into a modular jack.
4. Slip the mounting holes on the bracket over the wall
plate posts and firmly slide the unit down into place
(wall plate not included).
5. Place the handset in the cradle.
NOTE: If desired, gather the extra line cord together,
and fasten with a wire tie.
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NOTE: The phone automatically defaults to touch-
tone dialing. To change to pulse (rotary) dialing,
To make a call, press the TALK button before you dial and
see "TONE/PULSE DIALING." If you don't know
press it again to hang up.
which type of service you have, check with the
phone company.
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EDIAL
While the phone is on, press the redial button to redial the
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc.
last number you dialed (up to 32 digits). If you get a busy
5-2559(black) and 5-2558(white) power supply
signal, and want to keep dialing the number, just press redial
that came with this unit. Using other power
again (you don't have to turn the phone off and back on).
supplies may damage the unit.
F
S U LASH
ET P
Use the flash/program button to activate custom calling
3 There are three programmable menus available: Language,
services such as call waiting or call transfer, which
Tone/Pulse Dialing and Area Code. are available through your local phone company.
TIP: Don't use the TALK button to activate custom
L S
ANGUAGE ETTING
calling services such as call waiting, or you'll hang up
the phone.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the flash/program button until " 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP"
shows in the display. "1ENG" is the default setting.
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3. Use the CID/VOL left (-) or right (+) arrow button to
The in use indicator is lit when the handset is charging in
scroll to 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP, or use the touch tone
the cradle on the base or when the phone is ON. It flashes
pad on the handset to enter the desired setting. For
when you receive a call or when the PAGE button is
example, to choose English, press the number 1 key.
pressed.
1ENG is the default setting.
4. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a
C
HANNEL
confirmation tone.
While talking, you might need to manually change the
T /P D channel in order to get rid of static. Press and release the
ONE ULSE IALING
channel/delete button to advance to the next channel. The
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
current channel number appears on the left side of the
display.
2. Press the flash/program button until " 1TONE 2PULSE"
shows in the display. "1TONE" is the default setting.
T
EMPORARY
3. Use the CID/VOL left (-) or right (+) arrow button to
scroll to 1TONE or 2PULSE, or use the touch tone
This feature enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to
pad on the handset to enter the desired setting. For
access touch-tone services offered by banks, credit card
example, to choose TONE dialing, press the number 1
companies, etc., by pressing the *tone/cancel button to
key. 1TONE is the default setting.
temporarily make the phone touch-tone compatible. To get
4. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a information about your bank account, for example, you would:
confirmation tone.
1. Call the bank's information line.
2. Press the *tone/cancel button after your call is answered.
A C S
REA ODE ETTING
3. Follow the voice instructions to complete your transaction.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
4. Hang up when finished. The phone returns to Pulse
2. Press the flash/program button until "- - - SET AREA
(rotary) service.
CODE" shows in the display. " - - -" is the default setting.
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3. Use the handset number pad to enter your three digit
ANCEL
area code.
Press the *tone/cancel button to cancel any command you
4. Press flash/program to store selection. You will hear a
2
initiated.
confirmation tone.
C P B F
ORDLESS HONE ASICS INDING THE
4
This feature helps to locate a misplaced handset.
3
Press the page button on the base. The handset beeps
continuously for about two minutes or until you press any
display TALK/
button on the handset. You may also press page to cancel.
callback
NOTE: The ringer does not have to be ON for this
button
feature to work.
left arrow/-
volume button right arrow/+
R
volume button
CID/VOL INGER
TALK
The ringer switch must be ON for the handset to ring
callback
redial
format
during incoming calls.
button
redial format
memory
button
1 3
2 def
abc
V
memory
OLUME
4 6
ghi 5 mno
button jkl
# pause While talking, press the VOLUME buttons (left and right
7 pqrs 9 wxyz
8
tuv
arrows) to adjust the listening level of the handset's
cancel button
* tone/
#
* tone 0 pause
oper earpiece. There are four volume levels. Press the right
cancel
delete program
ringer
channel flash arrow (+) button to increase the volume level, and press
button
off on
the left arrow (-) button to decrease. VOL 1 is the lowest
level and VOL 4 is the loudest.
flash/
channel/
program
delete
C
ALL
button
button
ringer switch
While you are talking on the phone, the total talk time is
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displayed on the bottom line of the display.
ECEIVING A ALL
1. Check the display to see who is calling.
2. Press the TALK button.
C C ID F
AKING A ALL
ALLER EATURES
Time
Caller ID phone number
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.
C ID
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
U I L
SE NDICATOR IGHT
identification information appears in the display after you
hear the tone.
• Press the flash/program 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
B with this unit, you must subscribe to either the
UTTON
standard Name/Number Caller ID Service or Call
Waiting Caller ID Service. To know who is calling while
you are on the phone, you must subscribe to Call
Waiting Caller ID Service.
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ECEIVING AND
T
ONE
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.
R R
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/VOL (-) arrow button to scroll through the
call records from the most recent to the oldest.
H
ANDSET
• Press the CID/VOL (+) arrow button to scroll through the
call records from the oldest to the newest.
T CID R
RANSFERRING
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
S
WITCH
re-format CID records stored in memory.
1. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to
scroll to the desired record.
2. Press the memory button.
3. Press the desired memory location. You will hear a
confirmation tone. 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.
T 2. Press the memory button and REPLACE MEMO? shows
IMER
in the display.
3. Press *tone/cancel to exit, or press memory again and
the new CID record replaces the old CID record in that
memory location. You will hear a confirmation tone.
D R
ELETING ECORDS
Use the channel/delete button to erase the record currently
Date New call
shown in the display or all records.
NEW CALL #
D C R
ELETING THE URRENT ECORD
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to
display the desired Caller ID record.
Caller ID name
3. Press channel/delete. The display shows DELETE?
4. Press channel/delete again to erase the record. You will
hear a confirmation tone. The display shows DELETED.
Then the next Caller ID record shows in the display.
D A R
ELETING LL ECORDS
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
C W
ALL AITING
2. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to
display any Caller ID record.
3. Press and hold channel/delete button until the unit
beeps and DELETE ALL? shows in the display.
4. Press channel/delete again to erase all records. You will hear a
confirmation tone, and the display shows NO CALLS.
D C ID N
IALING A ALLER UMBER
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to
display the desired Caller ID record.
3. Press TALK/callback button. The number dials
automatically.
C CID N F
HANGING THE UMBER ORMAT
C
TORING ALLS
The format button lets you change the format of the
displayed CID number. The available formats are as follows.
7-digit 7-digit telephone number.
10-digit 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
11-digit long distance code "1" + 3-digit area code +
7-digit telephone number.
1. Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button to
scroll to the number you want to call back.
2. If the number will not dial as shown, press the format
button. Repeat if necessary, until the correct number of
digits are shown.
3. Press TALK/callback button. The number dials
automatically.
M
EMORY
Store up to 10 24-digit numbers in memory for quick
dialing. This memory feature is in addition to the 40 Caller
ID records that can be stored in the Caller ID memory log.
S N N
TORING A AME AND UMBER IN
ECORDS TO
M
EMORY
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the memory button.
3. Press the desired memory location (0 through 9).
4. Press the memory button again. The display shows
ENTER NAME (up to 15 characters).
NOTE: If you don't want to enter the name, skip step 5.
For example, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the two
key twice for the letter B, press the four key three times
for the letter I, and press the five key three times for the
letter L. After one second, press the five key three times
again for the second letter L and press the one key to
insert a space between the letter L and S. Press the
seven key four times for the letter S, press the six key
once for the letter M, press the four key three times for
the letter I, press the eight key once for the letter T, and
press the four key twice for the letter H.
NOTE: If you enter a wrong letter, press channel/
delete button to backspace.