GE 27998GE5 Cordless Phone
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1. when it is off Voice Time Day Stamp 1 Press and hold the day check button to set the day of the week and then release 2 Press the hour button to set the hour a m or p m 3 Press the min button to set the minute When you press and hold the min button the time advances in 5 minute intervals 4 Press and release the day check button to review the day and time settings SPEAKER VOLUME Use the volume left or right buttons to adjust speaker volume to a comfortable level Press the right arrow to increase the volume and the left arrow to decrease the volume L8 is the maximum and L1 is the minimum level Voice INSTRUCTIONS If you need additional assistance press the review left arrow button when you plug in the answering system and follow the voice instructions RECORDING THE OuTGOING ANNOUNCEMENT For best results when recording you should be about nine inches from the microphone and eliminate as much background noise as possible 1 Press and hold the announce button Hold the button down until you finish the announcement 2 Begin speaking after you hear the beep 3 Release the button when you finish your announcement If you choose not to record an outgoing announcement a default announcement is played instead To return to the default announcement after you have recorded your own outgoing announcement press the announce button and release it when you hear the beep or press the erase button whil2. CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET TO THE HANDSET For Hands Free Operation 1 Connect the headset to the HEADSET jack on the side of the handset The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is connected 2 Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and over your ear Move the microphone to approximately two to three inches from your mouth 3 Press the TALK callback button to answer a call or make calls using the headset 4 To return to normal operation unplug the headset from the jack CONNECTING THE BELT CLIP 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 Slot for belt clip Headset plug CHANGING THE BATTERY Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery 1 Remove the battery compartment door 2 Disconnect the battery plug from the jack inside the battery compartment and remove the battery pack from the handset 3 Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the jack inside the handset 4 Put the battery compartment door back on 5 Place handset in the base to charge NOTE If the battery is not installed or properly connected inside the battery compartment the handset displays NO BATTERY when it is placed on the base cradle 6 Allow the handset battery to properly charge for 12 hours prior to first use or when you install a new battery pa
3. The display shows DELETED You will hear a confirmation tone ADVANCED FEATURES CHANNEL BuTTON While talking on the phone you might need to manually change the channel in order to reduce static caused by appliances such as baby monitors garage door openers microwave ovens or other cordless phones Press and release the chan delete button to move to the next clear channel TEMPORARY TONE This feature is useful only if you have pulse dialing service Temporary Tone Dialing enables pulse rotary service phone users to access touch tone services offered by banks credit card companies etc For example when you call your bank you may need to enter your bank account number Temporarily switching to Touch Tone mode allows you to send your number 1 Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to connect 2 When your call is answered press the TONE cancel button on the handset number pad to temporarily change from pulse dialing to tone dialing Temporary tone dialing mode is displayed as _ 3 Follow the automated instructions to get the information you need 4 Hang up the handset and the phone automatically returns to pulse rotary dialing mode REMOTE ACCESS This section explains two types of remote access using the handset to access the answering system and accessing the answering system from another phone The handset contains integrated buttons that enable you access the answering machine with the han
4. with a soft cloth H ANDSET SOUND SIGNALS Signal Meaning A long warbling tone with ringer on Signals an incoming call Three short beeps several times Page signal Single beep every 7 seconds Low battery warning DisPLAY AND CALLER ID MESSAGES The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit INCOMPLETE DATA Caller information has been interrupted during transmission or the phone is excessively noisy ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to enter the name for one of the 10 memory locations ENTERTEL NUMBR Prompt telling you to enter the telephone number for one of the 10 memory locations DELETE ALL Prompt asking if you want to erase all Caller ID records DELETE CALL ID Prompt asking if you want to erase a Caller ID record DELETED Prompt confirming the Caller ID record is erased END OF LIST Indicates that there is no additional information in Caller ID memory NEW Indicates call or calls have not been reviewed UNKNOWN NAME The incoming call is from an area not CALLER NUMBER serviced by Caller ID or the information was not sent NO BATTERY Indicates the battery pack is missing or not properly installed in the the battery compartment PAGING Someone has pressed the PAGE button on the base BLOCKED CALL The person is calling from a number that has been blocked from transmission PRESS TALK KEY Indicates the CID number is a Directory Dial Number DDN and cannot be formatte
5. To enter another name and number in a different memory location return to step 1 and repeat the process STORING A REDIAL NUMBER 1 Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory 2 Press the redial button 3 Press the mem button to store the number You will hear a confirmation tone To Reptace AN OLD Memory witH A New RepiaL NuMBER 1 Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory 2 Press the redial button 3 Press the mem button and REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 4 Press the mem button to replace the old memory with the new redial number You will hear a confirmation tone CHANGING A STORED NuMBER 1 Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 2 Press the mem button to store the number You will hear a confirmation tone DIALING A STORED NUMBER 1 Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK callback button 2 Press the mem button 3 Press the number 0 9 for the desired memory location The number dials automatically OR 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Press the mem button 3 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button to scroll through the numbers stored in memory until the desired number is shown 4 Press TALK callback The number dials automatically CHain DIALING FROM MEMORY Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers such as using a calling
6. card for a frequently called long distance number You simply dial each part of the number sequence from memory The following example shows how you can use chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service The Number For Memory Location Long distance access number 7 Authorization code 8 Frequently called long distance number 9 1 Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK callback button 2 Press the mem button and then press the 7 key 3 When you hear the access tone press mem again and then press the 8 key 4 At the next access tone press mem and then the 9 key TIP Wait for the access tones before pressing the mem button or your call might not go through INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE Press the PAUSE button once to insert a delay in the dialing sequence of a stored telephone number A pause is needed to wait for a dial tone for example after you dial 9 for an outside line or to wait for a computer access tone PAUSE shows on the display as a P Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED NuMBERS 1 Press the mem button 2 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button to scroll to the desired memory location or use the touch tone pad on the handset to enter the desired memory location 0 9 3 While the entry is displayed press the chan delete button to delete the entry The display shows DELETE 4 Press chan delete again to confirm
7. etc e Atmospheric conditions such as strong storms e Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house e Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices e Baby monitor is using the same frequency e Handset battery is low e You re out of range of the base e Microwave oven is using the same frequency SERVICE If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair or warranty information please contact customer service at 1 800 448 0329 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized service agents Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATLINKS USA Inc could void the user s authority to operate this product For instructions on how to obtain service refer to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service at 1 800 448 0329 Or refer inquiries to ATLINKS USA Inc Manager Consumer Relations P O Box 1976 Indianapolis IN 46206 Attach your sales receipt to the 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 What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how
8. long after your purchase e One year from date of purchase The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do e Provide you with a new or at our option a refurbished unit The exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original product s warranty period How you get service e Properly pack your unit Include any cables etc which were originally provided with the product We recommend using the original carton and packing materials e Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service For rental firms proof of first rental is also required Also print your name and address and a description of the defect Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to ATLINKS USA Inc c o Thomson 11721 B Alameda Ave Socorro Texas 79927 e Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not covered by the warranty e Insure your shipment for loss or damage ATLINKS accepts no liability in case of damage or loss e Anew or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls Any additional information should be ob
9. stop the tone NOTE You can still page the handset if the ringer is turned off CALLER ID Features Caller ID CID is a service available from your local telephone company For Caller ID to work on this system you must subscribe to Caller ID service To receive Caller ID information for a Call Waiting call you must subscribe to the combined Caller ID Call Waiting service The unit can store up to 40 calls for later review When your telephone rings and you are subscribed to Caller ID Call Waiting service you will receive information if available transmitted by your local telephone company You will also receive Caller ID information from Call Waiting calls If you receive an incoming call and you are already on the phone a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting Call on the line and Caller ID information for the Call Waiting call shows on the display This information may include the phone number date and time or the name phone number and date and time RECEIVING AND STORING CALLS When you receive a call the information is transmitted by the phone company to your Caller ID telephone between the first and second ring Number of calls Time Date 18 28 ow 10 20 rer D 317 555 1234 FRED PAGE Caller ID phone number Caller ID name VERY IMPORTANT The Caller ID feature of this product requires a subscription to Caller ID service from your telephone company When the phone s memory is full a new call automati
10. 27998 40 Channel 2 4 GHz Call Waiting Caller ID Cordless Telephone Answering System User s Guide We bring good things to life 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 You must upon request provide this information to your telephone company The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5 To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN you should contact your local telephone company A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone 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 install
11. IS A PREVENT FIRE OR TRIANGLE IS A BACK NO USER WARNING SIGN WARNING SIGN SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE ELECTRICAL SHOCK ALERTING YOU OF REFER SERVICING TO IMPORTANT HAZARD DO NOT DANGEROUS QUALIFIED SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS gt VOLTAGE INSIDE PERSONNEL EXPOSE THIS THE PRODUCT THE PRODUCT PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM BACK OF PRODUCT 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 Your cordless telephone answering system with Caller ID and Call Waiting is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality performance To get the most from your new cordless telephone answering system we suggest that you take a few minutes right now to read through this instruction manual This telephone is a multifunction product for use with the Call Waiting and Caller ID services available from your local telephone company Your Caller ID Call Waiting phone allows you to e View the name and telephone number of a caller Call Waiting Caller ID e Identify callers before you answer the phone e View the time and date of each incoming call e Record up to 40 Caller ID messages sequentially e Know who called while you are on the other line or when you were away e Screen unwanted calls eliminate harassment from annoying ca
12. R PURPOSE ONTHIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How state law relates to this warranty e 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 e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your product outside the USA e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information CUSTOMER CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE p lt LLL LLMM Accessory ORDER FORM DESCRIPTION MODELNO PRICE OTY TOTAL sCiBeltclip OOo O clip 5 2560 5 2560 325 OOOO Headset o O reenen iaon sss so sass eem Jeee e To order call 1 800 338 0376 for accessories only or complete this order form For credit card purchases Your complete charge card number its expiration date and your signature are necessary to process all charge card orders Copy your complete account number from your VISA card C OCOLUL My card expires ITT Copy your complete account number from your Master Card or Discover LOO OTOC Copy the number above your name on the Master Card LIT My card expires OTI Authorized Signature Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise si c
13. answering system can record new messages NOTE The unit also answers after the 10th ring if it is turned off To access the answering system enter your 3 digit security code after you hear the beep ACCESSING THE ANSWERING SYSTEM FROM ANOTHER LOCATION You can access your answering system from a touch tone phone by entering your 3 digit security code after you hear the outgoing announcement 1 Dial the phone number for the answering system 2 Enter the security code after you hear the tone 3 Follow the voice menu to use the answering system remote functions The remote feature enables you to perform the following functions To Press this Button Review message 1 Play back messages 2 Stop message playback 2 Erase message 0 during message playback Skip message 3 Turn off on answering system 4 Review voice menu options 7 TIP You can bypass the outgoing announcement by pressing any numbered key on the keypad while the announcement is playing Then you can enter your security code to access the answering system CHANGING THE SECURITY CODE The default security code for accessing the answerer from another location is 1 2 3 You must use the handset to change the security code With the phone off follow these steps 1 Press format answerer button 2 Press TONE cancel 3 Enter the three numbers to be used as the new security code 4 Press TONE cancel again HEADSET AND BELT CLip OPERATION
14. ation instructions for details Notes e This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company e Party lines are subject to state tariffs and therefore you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line Check with your local telephone company e Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line e lf your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line 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 ATLINKS USA Inc 101 West 103rd Street Model 27998C Indianapolis IN 46290 16334650 Rev 0 E S 2004 ATLINKS USA Inc 04 08 Trademark s Registered Printed in China Marca s Registrada s 2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network the telephone company shall where practicable notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately In case of such temporary discontinuance the telephone company must 1 promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance 2 afford you the opportunity to correc
15. cally replaces the oldest call in memory NEW appears in the display for calls received that have not been reviewed NOTE Check with your local phone company regarding name service availability Reviewing Carter ID Recorpbs As calls are received and stored the display is updated to let you know how many calls have been received e Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode e Press the cid vol left arrow button to scroll through the call records from the most recent to the oldest Press the cid vol right arrow button to scroll through the call records from the oldest to the newest DELETING RECORDS Use the chan delete button to erase the record showing in the display or all records DELETING THE CURRENT RECORD 1 When the Caller ID record shows in the display press the chan delete button You will hear a confirmation tone and the display shows DELETE CALL ID Press chan delete button again to confirm The display shows DELETED and the next caller ID record appears in the display DELETING ALL RECORDS 1 Press the cid vol left or right arrow button until a CID record is displayed 2 Press and hold chan delete The display shows DELETE ALL 3 Press chan delete again to erase all records You will hear a confirmation tone and the display shows NO CALLS StorinG Cater ID REcorps IN MEMORY 1 Press the cid vol left or right arrow button until the desired Caller ID record is displayed N 2 Press th
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17. ck If you do not properly charge the phone battery performance will be compromised CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only the battery listed in the instruction book BaTTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS e Do not burn disassemble mutilate or puncture Like other batteries of this type toxic materials could be released which can cause injury e To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only the battery listed in the User s Guide e Keep batteries out of the reach of children e Remove batteries if storing over 30 days NOTE The RBRC seal on the battery used in your ATLINKS USA Inc product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle Nickel Cadmium batteries throughout the U nited States Please call 1 800 8 BATTERY for information or contact your local recycling center GENERAL Propuct CARE To keep your telephone working and looking good follow these guidelines e Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise for example motors or fluorescent lamps e DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture e Avoid dropping the unit and other rough treatment e Clean with a soft cloth e Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the finish e Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date e Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base
18. d BLOCKED NAME The persons name is blocked from transmission BLOCKED NUMBER The person is calling from a number that has been blocked from transmission REPT Repeat call message Indicates that a new call from the same number was received more than once NO DATA No Caller ID information was received EMPTY Indicates a memory location is vacant NO CALLS Indicates no calls have been received CALL WAITING Indicates a call is waiting on the line ANSWERER REMOTE Indicates the answering machine is being accessed remotely ANSWERING System DispLay MESSAGES The following indicators show the status of the answering machine 0 59 Total number of messages CL blinking The voice time day stamp needs set Answerer off An blinking F blinking Memory is full Six bars blinking LA Line Access Currently answering a call Recording a memo or announcement External line remote answerer TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE CoRDLESS PHONE SOLUTIONS No dial tone e Check installation Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base unit and the wall phone jack e Connect another phone to the same modular jack if the second phone doesn t work the problem might be with your wiring or local service e The handset may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base e Make sure the battery is properly charged for 12 hours
19. dset You can also access your answering system from any phone that is tone dial compatible by entering a 3 digit security code after you hear the outgoing announcement A voice menu system guides you through all of the procedures USING THE HANDSET Press the format answerer button to access the answering system from the cordless handset After you access the answering system use the marked handset keys just as if you were pressing the corresponding buttons on the base see Answering System Operation The functions are listed on the handset above each number For example to play messages 1 Press the format answerer button The display shows ANSWERER REMOTE 2 Press 2 play stop 3 When you are finished listening to your messages press format answerer again SCREENING CALLS FROM THE HANDSET Use the handset to screen calls even when you can t hear the answering system When the answering system picks up the line 1 Press the format answerer button to access the answering system 2 Listen as the caller leaves a message 3 Press the TALK call back button to speak to the person or press format answerer to stop screening the call Memory FuLL When the answering system s memory is full the system answers after 10 rings beeps and waits for you to enter the 3 digit security code If you don t enter the security code within 10 seconds after the unit beeps the phone hangs up You should erase some messages so the
20. e Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly e Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK callback button Did the charge in use indicator come on The battery may need to be charged e Place the handset in the base for at least 20 seconds Handset does not ring e Make sure the RINGER switch on the handset is turned ON e Move closer to the base The handset may be out of range e You may have too many extension phones on your line Try unplugging some phones e Check for a dial tone You experience static noise or fading in and out e Change channels e Move closer to base The handset might be out of range e Relocate the base Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical outlet with another household appliance e Charge the battery Unit beeps e Place handset in base for 20 seconds if it still beeps charge battery for 12 hours e Clean the charging contacts on handset and base with a soft cloth e See solutions for No dial tone e Replace the battery Memory Dialing doesn t work e Make sure you programmed the memory location keys correctly e Did you follow proper dialing sequence Phone dials in pulse with tone service e Make sure phone is in tone dialing mode Phone won t dial out with pulse service e Make sure phone is in pulse dialing mode Cater ID SoLuTions No Display e The battery must be fully charged Try replacing the battery e Make sure that the unit is c
21. e is in addition to the 40 Caller ID records that can be stored in memory STORING A Name AND NUMBER IN MEMORY 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Press the mem button 3 Press the desired memory location button 0 through 9 keys If the memory location is occupied the memory location and stored name and number appear on the screen If the memory location is empty EMPTY appears in the display 4 Press the mem button again The display shows ENTER NAME NOTE If you don t want to enter the name skip step 5 5 Use the handset number keypad to enter a name up to 15 characters More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys For example to enter Bill Smith press the 2 key twice for the letter B Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter Press the 5 key 3 times for the letter L and wait for 1 second Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L and press the 1 key to insert a space between the first and last name Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S press the 6 key once for the letter M press the 4 key 3 times for the letter press the 8 key for the letter T press the 4 key twice for the letter H 6 Press the mem button again to save the name The display shows ENTERTEL NUMBR 7 Use the handset number keypad to enter the area code followed by the telephone number up to 24 digits including pauses and press the mem button again to save the number The unit beeps to confirm 8
22. e mem button 3 Press a number key 0 9 to store the dialed number in that memory location You will hear a confirmation tone Example press the number 1 key to store the record in memory location 1 To Replace AN OLD Memory with a New CID RECORD 1 Repeat steps 1 through step 3 in Transferring CID Records to Memory After entering the memory location REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 9 Press the mem button again and the new CID record replaces the old memory in that location You will hear a confirmation tone DiaL nG a CaLLeR ID NUMBER 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button to display the desired Caller ID record 3 Press the TALK callback button to dial the number CHANGING THE NUMBER FORMAT The format answerer button lets you change the format of the displayed 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 left or right arrow button to scroll to the number you want to call back 2 If the number does not dial as shown press the format answerer button Repeat if necessary until the correct number of digits shows in the display 3 Press the TALK callback button MEMORY Store up to ten 24 digit numbers in memory for quick dialing This memory featur
23. e the announcement is playing Sample Outgoing Announcement Hi this is use your name hee can t answer thephoneright now so please leave your name number and a brief message after the tone and I ll g back to you Thanks REVIEWING THE ANNOUNCEMENT e Press and release announce button to review your outgoing announcement RING SELECT Set the RING SELECT switch on the back of the unit to choose the number of times you want the phone to ring before the system answers the call You may choose 3 rings or 5 rings ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION This section explains the buttons and features of the answering system MESSAGES INDICATOR The MESSAGES indicator shows you how many messages you have It blinks if there are new messages The answer on off button must be on in order for the MESSAGES indicator to work SCREENING CALLS FROM THE BASE You may screen incoming calls by waiting for the caller to begin leaving a message to hear who it is then pick up the handset and press TALK callback to speak to the caller The answering system automatically stops recording when you activate the handset or pick up an extension phone TIP Make sure the volume on the base is set loud enough for you to hear your incoming calls MEssAGE PLAYBACK The messages indicator lets you know when you have messages To play messages press play stop While a message is playing you can do the following e Press play stop to stop the message pla
24. erate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs microwave ovens and VCRs To minimize or prevent such interference the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV microwave oven or VCR If such interference continues move the cordless telephone farther away from these appliances Certain other communications devices may also use the 2 4 GHz frequency for communication and if not properly set these devices may interfere with each other and or your new telephone If you are concerned with interference please refer to the owner s manual for these devices on how to properly set channels to avoid interference Typical devices that may use the 2 4 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio video senders wireless computer networks multi handset cordless telephone systems and some long range cordless telephone systems IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION e Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm e Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations e Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface e Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines e Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone such as faxes other phones or modems INSTALLING THE PHONE Your cordless telephone answering system shou
25. he cradle on the base Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use If you don t properly charge the phone battery performance is compromised Watt MOUNTING NOTE For best results leave the phone on a flat surface during initial charging before you hang the phone on the wall 1 Remove the handset from the cradle and set aside Turn the base over and align the four slots on the bottom of the base with the four hook tabs on the mounting pedestal 2 Insert the hook tabs into the slots and push upwards until the mounting pedestal snaps securely into place 3 Slip the mounting holes on the back of the base over the wall plate posts and slide the unit down into place Wall plate not included 4 Place the handset in the cradle ANSWERING SYSTEM SETUP This section shows you how to set up your answering system to receive incoming calls Before you begin the setup you must turn on the answering system announce button volume button erase button memo button skip button Messages indicator charge in use indicator play stop button review button ta button day check minute button hour button answer on off button e Press the answer on off button to turn the answering system on and off The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering system is on The indicator blinks when you have new messages NOTE The answering system displays
26. ld be placed on a level surface such as a desk or table top or you can mount it on a wall INSTALLING THE HANDSET BATTERY NOTE You must connect the handset battery before use 1 Push down on the top of the battery compartment door and remove it 2 Lift the battery pack and connect it s plug to the jack inside the compartment NOTE It isimportant to maintain the polarity black and red red wires to the jack inside the compartment 3 Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place 4 Place the handset in the charging cradle CONNECTING THE AC ELeEcTRICAL Power Plug the power supply cord into the power jack on the back of the base and the other end into an electrical outlet The charge in use indicator turns on to indicate the battery is charging when the handset is on the cradle NOTE If the battery is not installed or properly connected inside the battery compartment the handset displays NO BATTERY when it is placed on the base cradle 5 2512 black or 5 2618 gray power supply that came with 1 CAUTION Use only the ATLINKS USA Inc power supply this unit Using other power supplies may damage the unit CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE LINE 1 Plug the one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the base called TEL LINE and the other end into a modular phone jack 2 Set the ringer switch on the handset to ON and place the handset in t
27. lls or to get prepared before answering a call IMPORTANT In order to use all of the features of this telephone you must subscribe to two separate services available from your local telephone company the standard Name Number Caller ID Service to know who is calling when the phone rings and Caller ID with Call Waiting Service to know who is calling while you are on the phone 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 Berore You BEGIN Parts CHECKLIST Make sure your package includes the items shown here i Mounting bracket Handset Belt clip Handset battery Long telephone line cord TELEPHONE JACK REQUIREMENTS Wall plate To use this phone you need an RJ11C type oO modular telephone jack which might look like 9 the one pictured here installed in your home Modular a If you don t have a modular jack call your telephone local phone company to find out how to get line jack one installed DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect 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 INSTALLATION NOTE Some cordless telephones op
28. nfirm Tone Putse 1 Press the flash program button until 7 TONE 2 PULSE shows in the display 7 TONE is the default setting 2 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button or the touch tone pad on your handset to enter your selection 3 Press flash program to confirm Factory DEFAULT 1 Press the flash program button until DEFAULT shows in the display NO is the default setting 2 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button 3 Press flash program to confirm You will hear a confirmation tone CorbLess PHONE Basics MakinG A CALL e Press the TALK callback button before you dial or dial the number and then press the TALK callback button to perform preview dialing e Press TALK callback button or place the handset in the cradle on the base to hang up 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 In Use INDICATOR The phone is ON when the charge in use indicator on the base is lit The charge in use indicator on the base flashes when you receive a call REDIAL Press the redial button to quickly redial the last number you called up to 32 digits If you get a busy signal and want to keep dialing the number press redial to dial the number directly RECEIVING A CALL To answer a call press the TALK callback button on the handset before you begin speaking FLASH If y
29. oes cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna that is the antenna for radio or television that is receiving the interference e Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna e Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected If these measures do not eliminate the interference please consult your dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Also the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Please specify stock number 004 000 00345 4 when ordering copies HEARING Alp CompatiBiLity HAC This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility US NUMBER IS LOCATED ONTHE CABINET BOTTOM REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ONTHE CABINET BOTTOM CAUTION DO NOT OPEN THE LIGHTNING CAUTION TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION FLASH AND ARROW J RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO POINT WITHIN THE WARNING TO HEAD WITHIN THE NOT REMOVE COVER OR TRIANGLE
30. onnected to a non switched electrical outlet Disconnect the unit from the plug and plug it in again e You must be subscribed to Caller ID service from your local telephone company in order to receive Caller ID records Caller ID Error Message e The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring This message indicates either the presence of noises on the line or that an invalid message has been sent from the telephone company ANSWERING SYSTEM SOLUTIONS Can t hear messages beep etc e Adjust the speaker volume Time Day setting stuck at 12 a m Mon e Set the time clock Answers on 10th ring e Make sure answering system is turned on e The phone s memory may be full Incoming messages are incomplete e Was an extension phone picked up e The phone s memory is full e You accidentally pressed the play stop button during playback and stopped the message Won t respond to remote commands e You must use a tone dial phone for remote access e You must enter the correct security code e Did the unit hang up If you take no action for a period of time the system automatically hangs up Causes oF Poor RECEPTION e Aluminum siding e Foil backing on insulation e Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals e You re too close to appliances such as microwaves stoves computers
31. ou subscribe to the combined Call Waiting Caller ID service from your local telephone you will receive Caller ID information if available on Call Waiting calls During a phone call you will hear a beep to indicate another call is waiting on the line and Caller ID information for the waiting call shows on the handset display To connect the waiting call press the flash program button on the handset and your original call is put on hold You may switch back and forth between the two calls by pressing the flash program button TIP Don t use the TALK callback button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or you ll hang up the phone VOLUME When the phone is ON press the cid vol left or right arrow on the handset to adjust the volume of the handset s earpiece There are four settings Press the right arrow to increase the volume and left arrow to decrease the volume You will see the volume setting on the handset display VOL 4 is the maximum and VOL 1 is the minimum CANCEL Press the TONE Cancel button to cancel any command you initiated RINGER SWITCH The RINGER switch must be ON for the handset to ring during incoming calls PAGING THE HANDSET If you misplace your handset press the page button on the base The handset emits a continuous paging tone to help you find it PAGING shows in the display When you find the handset press the TALK callback button on the handset or press the page button on the base again to
32. t 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 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 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 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 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment d
33. tained from your dealer e Installation and setup service adjustments e Batteries e Damage from misuse or neglect e Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products e Products purchased or serviced outside the USA e Acts of nature such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage Limitation of Warranty e THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE ISTHE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA INC ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY e REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDERTHIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OFTHE CONSUMER ATLINKS USA INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROMTHE USE OFTHIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OFTHE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TOTHE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULA
34. tton when you are finished TELEPHONE SETUP CID VOL or button Display redial button TALK call back button play stop button format answerer button review button skip button erase button TONE cancel button PAUSE button flash program button ringer switch mem button PROGRAMMABLE MENUS There are five programmable menus available Language Local Area Code Ringer Tone Tone Pulse and Factory Default When you program these settings make sure the phone is OFF not in talk mode Display LANGUAGE 1 Press the flash program button until 7ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display 2 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button or the touch tone pad on your handset to select 1 English 2 French or 3 Spanish 3 Press flash program to confirm Locat AREA CoDE 1 Press the flash program button until AREA CODE shows in the display is the default setting 2 Use the touch tone pad on your handset to enter the area code NOTE If you make a mistake press the chan delete button to erase the incorrect area code and repeat step 2 3 Press flash program to confirm RINGER TONE 1 Press the flash program button until RINGER TONE shows in the display 1 is the default setting 2 Use the cid vol left or right arrow button or the touch tone pad on your handset to enter your selection You may press 1 2 or 3 for the tone selection 3 Press flash program to co
35. yback e Press and release review to restart the current message continue to press and release review to go to previous messages e Press and release skip to go to the next message e Press the volume arrow button to adjust the playback volume Memory FuLL When the memory is full the system answers after 10 rings You should erase some messages so the answering system can record new messages ERASING MESSAGES You may erase messages three ways one message at a time using the erase button on the base all messages using the erase button on the base or one message at a time using the erase button 0 on the handset or a phone in another location including the messages which have already been reviewed e To erase a message press play stop on the base and press and release the erase button on the base to erase the message currently playing e To erase all reviewed messages press and hold the erase button on the base until the unit beeps e To erase a message from the handset 1 Press format answerer button on the handset 2 Press play stop on the handset the 2 key 3 Press the erase button on the handset the 0 button to erase a message during playback NOTE Erased messages cannot be restored Leavinc A Memo Use the memo feature to leave a message 1 Press and hold the memo button Hold the button down until you finish recording the message 2 Begin speaking after you hear the beep 3 Release the memo bu
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