CONTENTS CONTENTS Contents Introduction Unpacking General Description Key Description LCD Window Icons Description Connecting Lines Installing Batteries Charging Handset Using Handset Carrying Clip Using Headset (optional) Wall Mounting Turning Handset On/Off Basic Functions Making a call Receiving a call Muting the Microphone Amplification function Ringer Setting Last Number Redial...
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CONTENTS Paging Dial Mode Handsfree Flash Signal Advanced Functions Menu Navigation Menu Map Phone Book One-Touch Memories BS Settings HS Settings Registration Calling with more than one Handset Caller ID on call waiting TAM Functions(AMPLIDECT™285only) Announcement Message TAM Setting Remote Control Feature List Troubleshooting (AMPLIDECT™285only)
Its is important that you read the instructions below in order to use your Geemarc telephone to its full potential. Keep this user guide in a safe place for future reference. This guide explains how to use the following telephone: AD280-285 AMPLIDECT™...
1 Telephone line cord 1 Carrying clip 1 User Guide * The shape of the plugs can vary according to each country’s specification. For product support and help visit our website at www.geemarc.com Telephone 01707 384438 Or fax 01707 832529...
DESCRIPTION General Description Handset Description (front) Visual ringer Earpiece One-touch Memories M1 to M4 Up key Left key Display Left soft key Right soft key Dial key Right key End key Alphanumeric Down key keys # key Microphone...
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PRIOR TO USE DESCRIPTION Handset Description (Side) Volume Tone Control Control Amplify (AMP) Button Headset Jack AMP : Extra amplification on handset up to 15dB Vol +/- : Adjustable volume control with the headset or on handsfree mode Tone : Adjustable tone control (Hi/Normal/Low)
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DESCRIPTION Base Description (Top) : AMPLIDECT Speaker Paging Announce 1/2 Charge pins Erase message Speaker phone setting Previous Message/ Next message Play/Stop Tam On/Off Base display Microphone Base Description (Base) Power Jack Phone Line Jack...
DESCRIPTION Keys Description Handset Dial key Make/Answer a call. End key End a call. Long press to activate power on/off, as described in page 20. Navigation key: Up key Scroll up through lists and menu options. Increase the earpiece/speakerphone volume during a call. Enter the CID book, as described in page 29.
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DESCRIPTION Left key Set up an internal call to another handset. Transfer an incoming call to another handset. Set up a conference call with an external line and an internal handset. Right key Enter the redial book, as described in page 27.
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DESCRIPTION lock function. Set up a conference call, as described in page 61. In Standby mode press and hold this key until the icon appears to activate the shaker and visual ringer function. Press and hold this key again until the icon disappear to deactivate it. Base (AMPLIDECT™285 only) Answer on/off key Press to turn on or off the answer-record...
DESCRIPTION press and hold to delete the current message. In the active mode (all lights on) press and hold this key to delete all the messages. Repeat/Skip key Press to play the current or next message. (Press the Repeat key twice to play the previous message.) Volume up/down key When playing announcement or messages,...
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DESCRIPTION Shaker Icon Indicates the shaker and visual ringer is enabled. Signal Icon Indicates the current signal strength. If the handset is too far from the base, this icon will blink on the LCD. Alarm Icon This icon appears when you set an alarm to ring at a specified time.
INSTALLATION Connecting Lines 1. Connect one end of the phone line cord to the phone line jack of the base, and the other end to a standard phone wall outlet. 2. Connect the modular end of the AC power adapter to the power jack of the base, then plug the AC adapter into a standard AC wall outlet.
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INSTALLATION 3. To replace the battery cover, slide the cover up until it snaps in place. Notes: The batteries need to be replaced if they do not recover their full storage capacities after recharging. When replacing the batteries, always use good quality Ni-MH re-chargeable batteries.
INSTALLATION Charging Handset ! Important Note: Before initial operation, YOU SHOULD FULLY CHARGE THE HANDSET for about 15 hours. To charge the handset, you should place it on the base. Result: When you place the handset on the base, the handset automatically turns on.
INSTALLATION Using Handset Carrying Clip The supplied handset carrying clip allows you to conveniently carry the handset with you. It clips easily to your belt, waist band, or shirt pocket. If you want to remove the carrying clip: Insert a screw driver along the edge of one of its arms and release the clip.
INSTALLATION Using Headset (optional) The headset jack is located in the left side of the handset and is a 2.5mm standard plug. Simply plug the headset into this jack and the headset will be activated. Earphone Microphone Headset Jack Clip Note: When the headset is plugged into the headset jack the microphone on the handset will be deactivated.
HANDSET SETTINGS Mounting Pins Piece of wall mounting Turning Handset On/Off If the handset is in power off mode, when you place the handset on the base, it automatically turns on. To turn the handset on or off in standby mode, follow these steps: 1.
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HANDSET SETTINGS show handset number and the handset name (if you have one saved as described on page 51), signal icon, battery icon and current time. If the handset is unsuccessful in finding a base, the handset will behave according to the Out of Range condition. 2.
BASIC FUNCTIONS All descriptions in this manual assume that the handset is in standby mode. Set the telephone to standby mode by pressing the key. Making a Call 1. Pick up the handset and press the key. Result: The icon appears on the LCD. 2.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Receiving a Call When a call is received, the New Call information will appear. If the caller can be identified, the caller's phone number is displayed. If the caller cannot be identified, only the New Call information displays. If you have a voice message, icon and "MSG WTG ON"...
BASIC FUNCTIONS • If the polyphonic ring tone is set, the ring tone may continue for 4 seconds after the caller's hang-up or after the parallel phone had answered the call. Muting the Microphone During a conversation, you can temporarily switch your phone's microphone off, so that the other party cannot hear you.
BASIC FUNCTIONS the levels to your hearing requirements. The selected volume will be displayed on the LCD. When you press the key in receiver mode during a conversation, the Amplify indicator on the handset lights up. If you press the key again, the indicator will go out.
BASIC FUNCTIONS 4.Press the Select soft key to choose INT Ring or press the Down key to choose EXT Ring, press the Select soft key. 5.Press the key to choose Melody or Volume, press the Select soft key. Result: You can select the ring tone from Melody 1 to 10 or adjust the volume from Volume 1 to 5.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS Your phone allows you to retrieve the last 10 numbers you have dialed and recall them quickly. Search for and dial a number in Redial Book 1. Press the key in Standby mode. 2. If you want to scroll through the memory, press the key repeatedly until you find out the number you want to dial.
BASIC FUNCTIONS 2. Scroll to the desired number by using the key. 3. When the number appears on the display, press the More soft key to choose the desired option: • Add to PB: allows you to add the number to the phone book.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS is displayed. Moreover, when there is a received call which you missed, the icon will appear on the LCD. If the CID memory is full, the icon will blink on the LCD. Out Of Area - This message will display when someone calls from an area where the telephone company is not offering the caller identification services or is not yet providing number delivery to your area.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS Note: At step 3, each item of the incoming list is marked with icon if the call has been reviewed or with the icon if the call hasn't been reviewed yet. Add CID Number to Phone Book 1. Perform steps 1 and 2 of previous paragraph. 2.
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BASIC FUNCTIONS 2. Scroll to the number you want to delete by using the key. 3. When the desired number appears on the display, press the More soft key. 4. Use the key to choose Delete, press the Select soft key. The display will show "Confirm ?". Press the Del soft key to confirm, you will hear a beep and the LCD shows the next number.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Torch If you turn this feature on, the visual ringer will light steadily. You can use the phone as a torch. To turn on this feature, in the Standby mode just keep the key pressed till the visual ringer lights. To turn off this function, keep the key pressed again till the visual ringer go out.
BASIC FUNCTIONS To unlock the keys, keep the key pressed again till the key lock icon disappears from the display. Note: • In locked mode, if you press any key, the phone will generate an error tone, and the "HS Locked" message will be redisplayed.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Note: When the answering machine starts working, this feature will be deactivated. Selecting a Language The Handset supports multiple predefined languages. You can change the language used to display the menu messages. 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2.
BASIC FUNCTIONS HS Name Using this feature you can define a name of the handset. This allows you to easily recognize your handset if you have more than one registered on the same base. To set the handset name: 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2.
BASIC FUNCTIONS 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2. Press the key repeatedly to choose HS Settings, press the Select soft key. 3. Use the key to choose Tone Setup, then press the Select soft key. 4. Use the key to choose Range Alarm, then press the Select soft key.
BASIC FUNCTIONS To stop paging, press the key on the base again or any key on the handset. Note: • On a long key press, more than or equal to 5 seconds, the base will enter subscription mode. For details, see page 58. Dial Mode You can change the dial mode using the following steps: 1.
BASIC FUNCTIONS If you are not sure which dialing mode to select, please contact your local service provider. Handsfree During a call, you may turn on the speakerphone built in the handset. In this mode you can simply put your handset on a surface (e.g.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Flash Signal When the line is engaged, pressing the Flash soft key sends the Flash signal. This key is used in conjunction with special services (e.g. call waiting) which can be available in your phone network. For further details please contact your network telephone company.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Menu Navigation To access a menu option: 1. To display menu items, press the Menu soft key. 2. To scroll through menu options, press the key repeatedly. 3. To select a menu, press the Select soft key when the desired menu appears on the LCD.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Menu Map 1. CID Book (see page 28) 2. Phone book New (see page 43) Edit (see page 45) Delete (see page 46) PB Status (see page 47) 3. BS Settings Terminate HS (see page 48) Dial Mode (see page 37) Flash Time (see page 49) Modify PIN (see page 50) BS Reset (see page 50)
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BASIC FUNCTIONS 6. TAM (AMPLIDECT™285 only) (see page 63) Announce (see page 63) Message (see page 67) TAM Setting (see page 70)
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Phone Book The phonebook built in your cordless phone allows you to store frequently used numbers so that you can easily make a call without having to remember or enter the phone number. Character Map To enter a specific alphanumeric character, press one or more times the relevant key for the required character according to the following table: once for the first character, twice for the second and so on.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Adding the Phone book Entries 1. Press the Menu soft key. 2. Press the repeatedly to choose Phonebook, press the Select soft key. 3. Press the Select soft key to choose New. 4. The display shows "Name ?". Enter the name you want to use, then press the Next soft key to confirm.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS or store a number in memory, press the key. The letter P will appear at the pause entry. Viewing the Phone book Entries 1. In the standby mode, press the key. 2. Press key repeatedly until the desired entry is displayed.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 4. If necessary, press the Erase soft key to clear the digit(s) then enter the desired name and number, press the Next soft key to save. 5. Use the key to select the ring you like to associate with the number, press the Save soft key to confirm.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS PB Status The PB Status shows the number of phone book entries already stored. When the PB Status shows on the LCD, press the Select soft key to enter it. One-Touch Memories You can store up to 4 numbers in direct memories. All the numbers will be stored in the phone book.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Editing Memory Numbers Perform the steps of the “Editing the Phone book Entries” paragraph. Note: The memory default names are M1: to M4:, you can add something behind them but cannot delete the default name. e.g. you can modify M1 to M1: home. Deleting Memory Numbers Perform the steps of the “Deleting the Phone book Entries”...
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS the PIN Code (The default PIN Code is "0000"). Then press the OK soft key. 4. Use the key to select a handset. If you select the current handset or a non-existent handset, a warning tone will sound. 5.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Modify PIN This function allows you to change the PIN number of the currently active Base. The default PIN is 0000. 1. Perform steps 1 and 2 of paragraph "Terminate HS". 2. Use the key to choose Modify PIN menu, press the Select soft key.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 3. Enter the PIN code (the default PIN is 0000), then press the Reset soft key. If the PIN code is validated all Base settings will be returned to the factory default, otherwise the settings will remain. Result: After resetting, the base will be reset and the handset will return to Standby mode.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 6. Press the Next soft key, a beep sounds and the display shows Snooze On/Off, you can press the key to enable or disable the snooze function on the alarm and press the Save soft key. 7. When the alarm sounds, press any key to switch it off. Notes: •...
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 3. Use the key to choose Speaker V. or Earpiece V., press Select soft key. 4. The display show the current setting. Use the key to choose the volume level (Volume 1 -Volume 5), press the Save soft key. Key Tone Every time you press a key, your handset acknowledges it with a key tone.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Note: • For normal use, we recommend you leave the key tone enabled. This makes the phone easier to use. LCD Contrast Setting The adjustment allows you to optimize the visibility of the display by changing its contrast according to the environment conditions.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 2. Press the key to choose Date & Time menu, press the Select soft key. 3. Use the key to choose Date Format or Time Format, press the Select soft key. 4. You can use the key to choose the Date format (DD-MM/MM-DD) or the Time format (12-Hour/24-Hour), press the Save soft key to save.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Selecting a Base This function allows you to select a base from those already registered to the handset. You can access the options by scrolling the menu. 1. Perform steps 1 and 2 of paragraph "Setting Alarm"p51. 2. Press the key to choose Select Base menu, press the Select soft key.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 2. Press the key to choose the HS Reset menu, press the Select soft key. You will be prompted to enter the PIN code. 3. Enter the PIN code (the default one is 0000), then press the Reset soft key. If the PIN code is validated all handset settings will return to the factory default, otherwise a warning tone will be heard and the settings will remain.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 3. Press up key or down key to choose Amplified menu, press the Select soft key. 4.You can use up key or down key to choose On or Off to enable or disable the function. 5. Press the Save soft key. Registration The supplied handset is already registered with the number 1.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS handset will search for the requested base and the relevant information will flash on the LCD. 4. If the base is found, and the handset is successfully registered, you will be prompted to enter the PIN code (the default one is 0000). On validation of the PIN code, the Registration tone will sound and the Base assigns a number to the handset.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 2. If the destination handset is not available, the handset will return to standby mode. If the handset entered is valid, the called handset will ring and display HSX Calling. The handset user can press the key to answer the internal call.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 3. When the called handset answers, press the key or replace the handset to the base to complete the transfer. Setting up a 3-way conference call When you have both an external call and an intercom call in progress, you can set up a three-way conference call, like this: 1.
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS name and number of the second caller while you are having a conversation. 1.When you are on the line, the telephone will automatically display the name and number of the second caller. 2.Press the Flash soft key to answer the second caller. 3.When you have finished, press the Flash soft key to continue with your conversation with the first caller.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Announcement (AMPLIDECT285™ only) It is necessary to record the announcement which requests the caller to leave a message when nobody is at home. The answer and record message (Announce1) and the answer only message (Announce2) can be up to 3 minutes respectively.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Record Announce2 Announce-only Announce2 is an answer-only message. If you have not recorded a personal Announce2, the unit will play the default one "Hello, your call cannot be taken at the moment, please call back later". If you want to change Announce2, do the following steps to update it: 1.
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TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Notes: When recording the announcement, speak towards the microphone on the base. In order to achieve the best recording results please make sure you are about 20cm from the microphone. If you record/playback/restore Announce1 or Announce2, the answer mode (refer to part. Answer mode Select) will be switched to the corresponding mode automatically.
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TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Announce1/Announce2. Use the key to end the playing at any time. Restore Announce1/Announce2 Way 1: Using the menu 1. Press the TAM soft key in Standby mode. 2. Press the Select soft key to choose Announce. 3.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Message (AMPLIDECT285™ only) The feature allows you to leave a message to the owner who is not at home. When a call is received in answer-record mode, the machine will play Announce1, and then performs message recording. The process is as follows: After N times ringing, the phone enters answer-record mode automatically and starts to play Announce1.
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TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Way 2: Using the base unit When you have one or several new messages, press the key to play it/them. Use the Key to play the desired one. Press the key once to re-play the current message or press it twice to play the previous one.
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TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) In the active mode (all lights on) press and hold the key to delete all the messages. The relevant voice prompting will be heard, too. If you press and hold this key during the playing, the current message will be deleted.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) TAM Setting (AMPLIDECT™285 only) TAM On/Off You are able to switch the answering machine on or off. Way 1: Using the menu 1. Press the TAM soft key in Standby mode. 2. Press the key repeatedly to choose TAM Setting, use the Select key to confirm.
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TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) 3. Press the Down key to choose TAM Alert, press Select key. 4. Use the key to choose On or Off, press the Select key. Answer mode Select The answering machine operates in two modes, "answer and record (Announce1)"...
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Set the ring delay The ring delay is the number of rings after the answering machine takes an incoming call and plays your announcement. You can select from 2 to 6 rings or Toll Saver mode. If you select Toll Saver, when there are new messages waiting to be played back, the answering machine will respond after 3 rings, otherwise it will respond after 6 rings.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) 3. Press the key repeatedly to choose TAM Language, press the Select key. 4. The languages will be displayed. Use the key to scroll through the options. Each language will be displayed in its own native translation. 5.
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TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) This function allows you to reset the TAM settings to the factory default. 1. Press the TAM soft key in Standby mode. 2. Press the key repeatedly to choose TAM Setting, use the Select key to confirm. 3.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) confirm. Every time you press the key, the system will announce the corresponding week date. Note: If you remove the battery or pull out the adapter, you need to set the week date again. Remote Control (AMPLIDECT™285 only) You can access many features of your answering machine remotely from any touch tone telephone.
TAM FUNCTIONS (AMPLIDECT285™ ONLY) Remote access commands Button Function Play the main menu Play the new messages Play the saved messages Delete all the messages Switch the answering machine on/off Record Announce1/2 (Depends on your setting) When you press key to play back the messages, press to replay current message, press...
FEATURE LIST 1.8GHz DECT technology with GAP Large 2.0" LCD (128 x 64 dots matrix display) Up to 5 handsets for optional for one base Up to 4 bases for optional for one handset LCD contrast adjustable Phonebook with up to 50 groups 10 VIP numbers setting from phonebook Redial book with up to 10 entries 10 ring tones and volume selectable...
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FEATURE LIST Multiple languages selectable Auto answer ON/OFF selectable Alarm clock include snooze option Handset Name setting Backlight on LCD and keypad Caller ID FSK and DTMF dual system Caller ID Caller ID / Call Waiting Caller ID list with up to 40 entries Incoming calls can be called back/added to phonebook/deleted New call indicator...
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FEATURE LIST Multiple Languages Remote control Answer on/off selection and announcement New message alert Week date setting...
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Check & Remedy No operation Check that the power adapter is properly connected. Check that the telephone line cord is properly connected. Check that the handset batteries have full power. Check that the handset batteries are installed properly. No dial tone Check that the telephone line cord is properly connected.
ANSWERING SYSTEM SOLUTIONS (AMPLIDECT™285 ONLY) Cannot hear messages, beep, etc. Adjust announce volume. The system always plays Announce2. system memory may be full. Erase Answering some messages. Incoming messages are incomplete. system memory is full. Erase some Answering messages.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS If you subscribe to a DSL service Please attach a noise filter (contact your DSL provider) to the telephone line between the base unit and the telephone line jack in the event of the following: - Noise is heard during conversations. - Caller ID features do not function properly.
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SAFETY INFORMATION General Only use the power supply included with the product. Only use the approved rechargeable batteries supplied. Do not open the handset (except to replace the handset batteries) or base. Contact the helpline for all repairs. Never dispose of batteries in a fire. There is a serious risk of explosion and/ or the release of toxic chemicals.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Environmental Do not expose to direct sunlight. Always ensure there is a free flow of air over the surfaces of the telephone. Do not place any part of your product in water and do not use it in damp or humid conditions e.g. bathrooms. Do not expose your product to fire or other hazardous conditions.
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GUARANTEE From the moment your Geemarc product is purchased, Geemarc guarantee it for the period of one year. During this time, all repairs or replacements (at our discretion) are free of charge. Should you experience a problem then contact our help line or visit our website at www.geemarc.com.
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GUARANTEE Electrical connection: The apparatus is designed to operate from a 230V 50Hz supply only. (Classified as ‘hazardous voltage’ according to EN60950 standard). The apparatus does not incorporate an integral power on/off switch. To disconnect the power, either switch off supply at the mains power socket or unplug the AC adaptor.
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- Or, hand the old product to the retailer. If you purchase a new one, they should accept it. Thus if you respect these instructions you ensure human health and environmental protection. For product support and help visit our website at www.geemarc.com Telephone 01707 384438 Or fax 01707 832529...
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