GE 28320 Cordless Telephone User Manual
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1. 2 Handset charge cradles 4 AAA Nickel metal L Hydride batteries 2 Battery compartment covers AN Ethernet 2 Belt clips cable 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 3 AC power adaptors Telephone line cor INSTALLATION NOTE This product operates at a frequency of 1 9GHz to provide communication with minimal interference from other electronic devices To further minimize the possibility of interference the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV microwave oven or VCR If interference continues move the cordless telephone further away from these appliances A WARNING Do not place your phone in the bathroom or other humid areas Handset Range The range between the base and handset will vary greatly depending on the location of the base When there is no clear line of sight between the base and handset the range will be reduced Range Indicator The symbol on your handset screen indicates when you are in range When you are out of range it flashes Installation 7 Important Installation Guidelines Avoid sources of noise and heat such as motors fluorescent lighting microwave ovens heating appliances and direct sunlight e Avoid areas of excessive dust moisture and low temperature e Avoid oth2. Care Causes oF Poor RECEPTION Warranty INFORMATION Warranty ASSISTANCE WARRANTY Accessory INFORMATION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT ow HE RKING ON BOTTOM BACK OF PRODUCT 6 Introduction This User Guide provides you with all the information you need to get the most from your phone You must first set up your phone before you can use it This doesn t take long and is easy to do Just follow the simple instructions on the next few pages Need help CAUTION When using telephone equipment there are basic safety instructions that should If trouble is experienced with this equipment for repair always be followed Refer or warranty information please contact customer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY service at 1 800 448 0329 Alternatively you may find the answer in INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future Troubleshooting Tips section at the back of this guide reference Parts Checklist for model 28320xx2 IMPORTANT Because Make sure your package includes the items shown cordless phones operate here 7 N
3. 1 2V packaged together inside a plastic bag and are 750mAh rechargeable separate from the handsets Nickel metal Hydride AAA batteries which are 2 Locate the battery compartment on the back of the compatible with this unit handsets Battery Performance When batteries are fully charged the handset displays an icon of a full battery To keep your batteries in the best condition leave the handset off the charge cradle for a few hours at a time after the initial 16 hour charge Battery Low Warning The handset displays a flashing icon of an empty battery and sounds a warning beep Recharge your handset 3 Insert the batteries right away When charging the battery level bars are animated 4 Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place 5 Plug the AC power adaptor of the charge cradle into Battery Charging Light an electrical outlet The blue charging light on i the handset charge cradle 6 Place the handsets in the charge cradles The blue stays on while the handset is CHARGE indicator turns on verifying the batteries on the cradle even when the are charging batteries are fully charged Allow handset to charge for 16 hours prior to first use If you do not properly charge the handset battery performance is compromised CAUTION To reduce risk of personal injury fire or damage use only the 5 2792 power adaptor listed in the user s guide This powe
4. or to scroll to Copy All Names 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Handset Number is displayed Use or QDto scroll the list Press to copy entry Programming Your Phone 21 Phonebook Status From the Contacts menu 1 Use or to scroll to Phonebook Status 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Total entries and Free entries is displayed Sounds Set your preferences for each handset To Access Sounds via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 1 navigate to the Sounds menu press 1 o enter Earpiece Volume From the Sounds menu 1 Use to scroll to Ear Volume 2 Press to enter the menu 3 The current setting is displayed Use to increase or to decrease the volume The default is 6 bars 4 Press to save your selection Ringtone Ringtone Information From the Sounds menu You can choose from 12 1 Use or to scroll to Ringtone different melodies for external regular or internal intercom 2 Press to enter the menu Use or calls switch between Internal and External incoming calls and press 3 Scroll or A sample is played Press T to confirm The default for Internal is Melody 1 the default for External is Melody 5 4 Press to save your selection 22 Programming Your Phone Ring Volume Ring Volume Information From the Sounds menu T
5. DC Power Adaptor Main Base Unit 5 2792 DC Power Adaptor Handset Charge Cradle 5 2791 Belt Clip 5 2793 Charge Cradle only 5 2794 Wired Headset 5 2713 To place order have your Visa MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call toll free 1 800 338 0376 A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering We are required by law to collect appropriate sales tax for each individual state country and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Items are subject to availability 488 Accessing the Configuration Page Accessory Handset Accessory Information Add Entry Advanced Intercom Features Alarm Answering a Call with the Speakerphone Answering Calls Area Codes Auto Talk B Background Picture Base IP Address Base Layout Base Settings Base Set Up Battery Safety Precautions Button Navigation Call Lists Call Timer Call Waiting CID Caller ID CID Causes of Poor Reception Changing the Battery Channel Set Up Conference Two Handsets Contacts Copy All Names Customizing your On Screen RSS InfoLink Services D Default Settings Digital Security System Display Contrast 19 17 E Earpiece Volume Edit RSS Feed End Call Equipment Approval Information ETHERNET Connection F FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Feed Set Up Find Entry Firmware Update Firmware Updates G General Product Care Getting to Know Your Phone H Handset Layout Handset
6. CABLE CONNECTION Power Supply CONNECTION 5 SYNCHRONIZATION BASE idl ETHERNET INDICATOR Btue 11 DECT INDICATOR 11 POWER INDICATOR GREEN PAGE Lert Sort BUTTON 13 RIGHT SOFT BUTTON 13 NaviGATIONAL VoLUME BUTTON 13 ALERT 13 Catt Speaker BUTTON 13 END 13 FLASH 13 Cater ID 13 InteRcomM Lower Upper IDLE MODE PROGRAMMING Your PHONE Navigating THE Menu HANDSET SETTINGS HANDSET 1 LANGUAGE Menu Cotor BACKGROUND PICTURE DispLay CONTRAST TALK AREA CODES SETTINGS List oF DEFAULT SETTINGS ConTacTS ND ENTRY DD ENTRY opy Names STATUS EARPIECE VOLUME RINGTONE RINGTONE INFORMATION NG VOLUME RING VOLUME INFORMATION Key Beep Base SETTINGS Base IP 55 Time SETTINGS Set Date amp TIME Time FORMA R RSS 5 VIEW CHANNELS CHANNEL SET Reset RSS OPERATING Your PH
7. 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 Important Instructions amp Information 3 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 Privacy of Communications may not be ensured when using this product If this equipment does cause harmful interferen
8. Operating Your Phone Help Assistance with your feed set up and navigation buttons To Access Help via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Press navigate to the Help menu press to enter Feed Set Up From the Help menu 1 Use or to scroll to Feed Set Up 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Use or to scroll through text 4 Press return to previous screen Button Navigation From the Help menu 1 Use or Q to scroll to Button Navigation 2 1 to enter the menu 3 Use or scroll through text 4 Press return to previous screen Operating Your Phone 27 Received Calls Call Lists Shows details for calls which Sh cee Ie were answered or missed A This menu allows you to view and manage the Call missed call is identified with Lists You may select a caller from one of the lists to an asterisk on the right side of either call back delete the number or add to your each entry phone book You may also select an entire call list to Missed Calls delete If you have missed calls the To Access Call Lists via the Menu main display will notify you of ihe eie and eae the 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode missed calls Press to see 2 Press the Call Lists menu is displayed press 1 the missed call u is displayed press o enter Dialed Call
9. is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may require that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Any unauthorized repairs changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc could void the user s authority to operate this product For instructions on how to obtain a replacement unit refer to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service at 1 800 448 0329 Or refer inquiries to Thomson Inc Manager Consumer Relations P O Box 1976 Indianapolis IN 46206 Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference or jot down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift This information will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period Purchase Date Name of Store 46 Warranty Information Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase One year from date of purchase The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 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
10. packing materials 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 Thomson Inc 11721 B Alameda Ave Socorro Texas 79927 Insure your shipment for loss or damage Thomson Inc accepts no liability in case of damage or loss 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 obtained from your dealer Installation and setup service adjustments Batteries 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 Warranty Information _ 7 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 IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLIC
11. to return to previous menu f no button is pressed within 60 seconds the handset will return to idle mode automatically To cancel and return to idle mode at any time press gt The following table outlines the main menu items Calls Lists Access to received calls dialed calls and delete calls list Handset Set preferences for handset name language menu color wallpaper picture contrast auto talk regional and local area codes and default settings Contacts Add edit or delete entries to phonebook listings Sounds Set preferences for volume ringtones ringer volume and keypad Base Settings Displays IP address Time Settings Set date and time select time format set alarm clock feature Registration Register and de register handsets to base RSS Setting View and set up RSS channels reset RSS to default channels Help Detailed info for use of Feed set up and navigation button 18 _ Programming Your Phone Handset Settings There are eight programmable menus available Handset Name Language Menu Color Wallpaper Contrast Auto Talk Area Codes Regional amp Local and Default Settings To Access Handset Settings via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Press navigate to the Handset menu press 1 to enter Handset Name Change the name displayed on the handset s screen From the Handset menu 1 Use or Q to scr
12. 15 minute intervals During this automatic process you will not be able to search or view your RSS feeds Thomson Inc does not warrant that the content of any website or RSS feed transmitting content to this produc InfoLink Phone will be uninterrupted or error free Access to streaming content through this device is subject to provider availability Thomson Inc does no endorse any Internet based content or RSS feeds maintained by a third party that may be accessed using this device Getting to Know Your Phone 51 Base Layout ETHERNET POWER indicator indicator oe DECT PAGE indicator button ETHERNET Indicator blue When flashing indicates network error with last RSS update When solid indicates properly working ethernet connection When off indicates no ethernet connection DECT Indicator blue When flashing indicates base is in handset registration mode When solid indicates an active call When off indicates no activity POWER Indicator green When solid indicates base is powered When flashing indicates base is in start up mode PAGE button Press to locate misplaced handsets For more information on the Page feature refer to Programming Your Phone gt Page 12 Getting to Know Your Phone Handset Layout Navigational button Left soft button Alert Indicator Call Speakerphone button FLASH button Caller ID but
13. ABLE 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 THOMSON ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY e REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER THOMSON INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS 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 OF THE STATE OF INDIANA EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE How state law relates to this warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you 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 This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information Accessory Information DESCRIPTION MODEL NO
14. Management Handset Name Handset Registration Handset Settings Handset Synchronization Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC Help dle Mode Display mportant Installation Guidelines nformation Categories nformation for DECT Product nstallation nstalling the Handset Battery ntercom Operation nterference Information ntroduction K ey Beep eypad Lock 3 26 20 40 40 44 11 12 35 16 39 16 10 3 26 14 7 mportant Instructions amp Information 2 38 L Language Licensing Limited Warranty List of Default Settings Location M Making a Call Making a Call with the Speakerphone Making an Intercom Call Menu Color Mute N avigating The Menu 6 Operating Your Phone Other Information Paging Parts Checklist Personalizing your Content nformation Service Phonebook Status Power Supply Connection Programming Your Phone R Receiving an Intercom Call Receiving Call Waiting Calls Reset RSS to Default Ring Volume Ringtone RSS Customization RSS Settings 16 46 19 28 29 30 17 29 15 Index Set Date amp Time Sounds Speakerphone Telephone Cable Connection Telephone Company Calling Features Telephone Jack Requirements Time Format Time Settings Transfering a Call Troubleshooting Guide Two Way Calling U Using Intercom with External Phone Calls View Channels WwW Warranty Assistance Warranty Informa
15. Memory Dialing doesn t work Did you program correctly Did you follow proper dialing sequence Handset displays SEARCHING or NOT REGISTERED and cannot link up with the base when the TALK CALL BACK button is pressed Handset may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base Make sure the power adaptor is properly installed Disconnect the handset battery and plug it in again Place the handset on the cradle for at least 2 to 3 minutes Disconnect the power adaptor plug it in again Then place the handset on the cradle for at least 2 to 3 minutes Handset displays NOT REGISTERED Follow the programming in the telephone procedures to re register the handset to the base e Press the SELECT button to begin handset registration Follow instructions on Handset screen Registration did not work Charge the batteries for 16 hours Uplug and then plug in the power adaptor Caller ID Solutions No Display Charge or replace the batteries e Make sure that the unit is connected to a non switched electrical outlet Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the base and reconnect it 44 Other Information Caller ID Error Message unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring No Caller ID In order to receive Caller ID information you must subscribe to the standard name numbe
16. Model 28320 InfoLink Phone User s Guide for use as a telephone and to receive information from internet 2 Important Instructions amp Information 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
17. ONE Button Catt Lists Table of Contents Catt TIMER Makine Catt To SWITCH To SPEAKERPHONE ANnswerine ADJUSTING HaNDSET SPEAKERPHONE VOLUME Catt SPEAKERPHONE MAKING A CALL WITH THE SPEAKERPHONE ANSWERING A CALL WITH THE SPEAKERPHONE Lock INTERCOM OPERATION MAKING AN INTERCOM CALL RECEIVING AN INTERCOM CALL ADVANCED INTERCOM FEATURES USING INTE Two Way CALLING CONFERENCE Two TRANSFERING A CALL TELEPHONE CALLING FEATURES 32 Cater ID CID Catt Waring CID RECEIVING CALL WAITING CALLS 33 CALLER INFORMATION DISPLAV 33 F A CALLER HANGS 33 F You Forcet CALL 33 THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND HEAD WITHIN TI TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSETHIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE DANGEROUS THE PRODUCT SEE ALERTING YOU OF VOLTAGE INSIDE 5 lt MANAGEMENT Enit RSS Feen PERSONALIZING YOUR CONTENT INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION CATEGORIES REGISTRATION Accessory HANDSET Firmware UPDATE Firmware OTHER INFORMATION CHANGING THE BATTERY Battery SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TELEPHONE SOLUTIONS Cater ID SOLUTIONS Battery SOLUTIONS GeneraL
18. ce 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 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 Notice The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility Licensing Licensed under US Patent 6 427 009 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrol
19. d the call 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 When you receive a call the Caller ID information is transmitted between the first and second ring The Caller ID information appears on the display while the phone rings giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to answer the call Call Waiting CID Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting CID service from your phone company if you receive an incoming call and you are using a GE multi handset system a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on Telephone Company Calling Features 53 the line The Call Waiting Caller ID information will be displayed and stored in the history of all handsets in the system Receiving Call Waiting Calls If you receive a second incoming call while on an active call you will hear a beep in the earpiece The screen will identify caller and display Answer Call with Call Waiting in the top banner 1 Press the FLASH button to answer The original call will be put on hold and you will be connected to the new call 2 Press the FLASH button to go back to the original caller and put the second call on hold 3 Press the FLASH button to toggle between callers 34 RSS Customization Customizing your On Screen RSS InfoLink Services The following confi
20. e pause Pause Lock button 4 Allows you to input a pause while dialing or lock the keypad 14 _ Getting to Know Your Phone Idle Mode Display The idle mode display of your phone provides various status indicators and access to the menu based interface The illustration below shows the screen and its elements Current 7 Alarm On Indicator Time gt 4 Range Indicator Battery Status Handset 1 Handset Identity Action Contacts Action Weather Alert When there is a Weather Warning issued the warning symbol in the display flashes as well as the red Alert Indicator After the warning is viewed the indicator shuts off When there is a Weather Advisory or Watch only the alert symbol is displayed flashing warning symbols in the display remain flashing until the condition for the alert has ended Range Indicator Flashes when handset is out of range of the base Battery Status Indicates the status of the battery Lov level Fully charged Partially charged Charging Programming Your Phone gt 15 Navigating The Menu Your phone has an easy to use menu system Each menu leads to a list of options When the handset is idle mode press to open the main menu Press to navigate to the menu options you want Press to select further options or confirm the setting displayed or if a new call was received it takes you to the Caller ID records press Vf
21. e selected feed includes only graphics audio videos or does not adhere to RSS standards NOTE Also visit www infolinkforum com to view additional RSS feeds read frequently asked questions and provide user feedback RSS Customization 37 Personalizing your Content Information Service The InfoLink GE web page enables you to personalize your RSS Feed InfoLink Services To personalize your handset simply 1 Click My Personal RSS Feeds The following screen will be displayed InfoLink Add Personal RSS Feed Menagenent My Pe 2 Enter your RSS feed in the Feed Address and press OK 3 Your personal RSS feed will be added to My Personal RSS Feeds as shown below InfoLink My Personal RSS Feeds 4 Return to the Handset Management screen to enter your personal feeds in the channels for each handset 38 RSS Customization Information Categories Your base is preconfigured with the RSS Feed categories listed below Each handset can be configured with any combination of feeds by entering the RSS Menu and stepping through the Channel SetUp section HAMweather Government NOAA Weather Government Weather Alerts e Government Homeland Security MSNBC com News Top World and US MSNBC com Entertainment MSNBC com Health MSNBC com Sports MSNBC com Tech amp Science MSNBC com Business MSNBC com Politics MSNBC com Travel Handset Regi
22. e or personal injury use only the Thomson approved model GP 75 1 2 750mAh rechargeable Nickel metal Hydride AAA batteries which are compatible with this unit 1 Make sure handset is OFF not in TALK mode before you replace battery 2 Remove the battery compartment door 3 Remove the batteries from the handset 4 Insert the new batteries 5 Put the battery compartment door back on 6 Place handset in the base or handset charge cradle to charge Allow the handset batteries to properly charge for 16 hours prior to first use or when you install new batteries If you do not properly charge the phone battery performance will be compromised Battery Safety Precautions Do not burn disassemble mutilate or puncture Batteries of this type could release toxic materials which can cause injury reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only the Nickel metal Hydride 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 Thomson Inc product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle the rechargeable battery or batteries For more information go to the RBRC web site at www rbrc org or call 1 800 8 BATTERY or contact a local recycling center 42 Other Information Troubleshooting Guide Telephone Solutions No dial tone e Check and repeat
23. er cordless telephones e Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing unauthorized access and charges to your phone line Telephone Jack Requirements To use this phone you need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack which might look like the one pictured here installed in your home If you don t have a modular jack call your local phone company to find out how to get one installed Location You need to place the base within 6 feet of the AC power outlet telephone jack and ethernet port Make sure it is at least 3 feet away from other electrical and metal appliances to avoid interference issues Your phone works by sending radio signals between the handset and base The strength of the signal depends on where you locate the base Putting it as high as possible and separated as much as possible from other radio devices and metal objects ensures the best signal Wall plate Modular telephone line jack 8 Installation Your unit is provided with three power adaptors 2 for handset charger cradles and 1 base power The connectors are different sizes only the larger power adaptor is for the base unit CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or personal Installing the Handset Battery injury use only the aa Thomson Inc approved 1 Locate batteries and battery door which are model GP 75
24. g Longuage Settings Parereetors 2 You view one handset at a time or multiple handsets show All Handsets 3 Channels available to view are made active by clicking On Clicking Off will deactivate channel in handset 4 Each handset s content channels be configured differently or copied to another handset 5 Clicking edit opens the Edit RSS Feed list Each channel can be configured from a large list of feeds 6 When finished configuring handset click the Update Handset button to activate changes RSS Customization Edit RSS Feed 1 Click edit to open Select RSS Feeds From a List InfoLink Select RSS Feeds From a List ante Menger My Persemed F55 reeta Settings Netoak 2 Step through each of the drop down lists as it is displayed to configure your personal feeds 3 Once you have made all of your changes simply click on the Update Handset button at the bottom of the page to update your preferences 4 The phone will automatically acknowledge any changes made to the configuration file within a few minutes by showing the RSS Synchronization icon 5 You can repeat this process for each of the available six channels You can find new RSS feeds by visiting web sites like wwweedburner com or any RSS logo on your favorite web pages NOTE An Invalid URL message is displayed if th
25. guration pages provide a portal that enables you to personalize your InfoLink product Accessing the Configuration Page You will need to type in your base IP address on your computer 1 Open your favorite internet web browser for example Internet Explorer or Firefox Be sure to use direct connection setting no proxy 2 Using one of your registered handsets press menu navigate to Base Settings press OK 3 Screen displays Base IP address press OK address is displayed 4 Enter the IP address displayed in your handset into your PC web browser 5 Press on your PC web browser The following InfoLink webpage will be displayed InfoLink InfoLink Pande Settings Parerenters NOTICE Thomson Inc does not warrant that the content of any website or RSS feed transmitting content to this product InfoLink Phone will be uninterrupted or error free Access to streaming content through this device is subject to provider availability Thomson Inc does not endorse any Internet based content or RSS feeds maintained by a third party that may be accessed using this device RSS Customization 35 Handset Management 1 This screen provides you the option to configure each individual handset with six channels InfoLink Handset Management amiat Meno genet My Personi FES Feeds Conti
26. here are six handset ringer 1 Use or to scroll to Ring Volume volume levels including off i If you select ringer off an 2 Press to enter the menu icon is shown in the upper left side of the display Calls will 3 The current setting is displayed Use to increase stil ring at the base and your 6 to decrease the volume Press to confirm handset screen will indicate The default is 6 bars incoming calls 4 Press to save your selection Ring Volume Saved is displayed Key Beep From the Sounds menu 1 Use 2 or to scroll to Key Beep 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Use to switch between Off and On press to confirm The default is On 4 Press to save your selection Key Beep On is displayed Base Settings To Access Base Settings via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Press navigate to the Base Settings menu press to enter Base IP Address From the Settings menu 1 Use or to scroll to Base IP Address 2 1 to enter the menu 3 Your IP address is displayed Programming Your Phone 2 Time Settings To Access Time Settings via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode NOTE If you subscribe to 1 Caller ID the handset time 2 Press navigate to the Time Settings menu is automatically updated press with the first
27. incoming call 9 Set Date amp Time From the Time Settings menu 1 Use or to scroll to Set Date amp Time 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Enter date in mm dd format 4 Press number keys to enter time in hh mm format press for AM or PM 5 Press to save your selection Time and Date Saved is displayed Time Format From the Time Settings menu 1 Use or Q to scroll to Time Format 2 1 to enter the menu 3 Use or to switch between 12 Hour or 24 Hour The default is 12 Hour 4 Press to save your selection Time Format Saved is displayed 24 Programming Your Phone Alarm When the alarm is activated From the Time Settings menu an icon is displayed on the 1 Use or to scroll to Alarm main screen 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Press to activate alarm On Once Set preferred time for single alarm On Daily Set preferred time for daily alarm Off Turn the alarm off 4 Press to save your selection Done is displayed 5 Use or to scroll to Set Alarm Tone When the alarm sounds press any button on the handsetls 6 Press to hear a sample played Scroll or Q to turn off the alarm to make another selection The default is OFF 7 Press 1 to save your selection Alarm Tone Saved is displayed RSS Settings To Access RSS Settings via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Press 1 naviga
28. installation instructions for details US Number is located on the base bottom REN Number is located on the base bottom Notes This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company 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 Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line If 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 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 correct the situation and 3 inform you of your right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart
29. installation steps Ensure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet Ensure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall jack e Connect another phone to the same jack if there is still no dial tone the problem might be your wiring or local service handset may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base Ensure the batteries are installed correctly Cannot dial e Keypad may be locked If the Padlock icon is on press unlock in order to deactivate and enable the keypad No signal icon handset may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base Register handset Handset does not ring e Make sure the handset ringer switch is turned ON this can be done through the handset setup menu Sounds Ring Volume The handset may be out of range Move closer to the base You may have too many extension phones on your line Try unplugging some phones e Check for dial tone No sound from handset Adjust handset volume e Check and adjust sound settings You experience static noise or fading in and out The handset may be out of range of the base Move closer to the base Make sure base is not plugged into an outlet with another household appliance If necessary relocate the base Other Information 4 Unit beeps Clean charging contacts on cordless handset See solutions for No dial tone Replace the battery
30. ired number then press cw gt Answering Calls If Auto Talk is set to On and the Handset is in the charge cradle simply pick up the handset when ringing and the phone will answer the call automatically If the handset is in the charge cradle or Auto talk is turned Off press a to answer the call Providing you have subscribed to your network s Caller ID service the caller s number and name is displayed after the first ring End Call Press simply place the handset back on the charge cradle NOTE If you make a mistake while entering the number press to delete the last digit entered or multiple times to clear all digits To switch to speakerphone At any time during a call just press Ry to switch back to handset mode press again While in speakerphone mode the display will show a speakerphone icon Adjusting Handset Speakerphone Volume During call Use to increase or 6 to decrease the volume level The display will show the current level 2 bars are the minimum and 10 bars are the maximum Operating Your Phone 29 Speakerphone Speakerphone lets you talk to your caller without holding the handset to your ear It also enables other people in the room to listen to both sides of your conversation Making a Call with the Speakerphone 1 Press w for dial tone then press t a again f
31. is feature if you have Multiple area codes e Overlapping area codes e Areas that require 10 digit dialing Programming Your Phone 19 Default Settings From the Handset menu 1 Use or to scroll to Default Settings 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Press to confirm List of Default Settings Handset Handset Earpiece 6 Bars Name Volume Language English Internal Melody Ringtone 1 Menu Color Blue External Melody Ringtone 5 Background Picture 4 Ringer 6 Bars Picture Volume contrast weve Key Beep On Auto Talk Off Time 12 Hour Format Area Codes Alarm Off Tone 20 Programming Your Phone Contacts To Access Contacts via the Menu 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 1 navigate to the Contacts menu press 17 to enter Find Entry From the Contacts menu 1 Use or to scroll to Find Entry 2 Press to enter the menu 3 The current list of contacts is displayed Use to increase or to scroll through the contacts 4 Press to select contact to view details delete entry edit entry copy entry to other handsets and view phonebook status Add Entry From the Contacts menu 1 Use to scroll to Add Entry 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Name Home Work Cell is displayed Use to scroll the list Press to edit entry Copy All Names to another Handset From the Contacts menu 1 Use
32. led environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body This transmitter must not be co located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter For body worn operation this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the belt clip supplied with this product Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines Information for DECT Product pect This telephone is compliant with the DECT 6 0 standard which operates the 1 92GHz to 1 93GHz frequency range INTERFERENCE FREE COMMUNICATION INTRODUCTION INSTALLATION GETTING TO Know Your PHONE 4 Table of Contents IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS amp INFORMATION 2 EQUIPMENT APPROVAL INFORMATION 2 INTERFERENCE 3 Hearinc Compatisiuity HAC 3 LICENSING 3 FCC RF Raoiation Exposure STATEMENT 3 INFORMATION FOR DECT 3 Parts CHECKLIST IMPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Diaitat Security SYSTEM TELEPHONE Jack REQUIREMENTS LOCATON INSTALLING THE 5 BATTERY Battery Low WARNING CHARGING LIGHT BASE ETHERNET Connection TELEPHONE
33. nd the other end into a modular jack 10 Installation Power Supply Connection 1 Connect the power adaptor provided with your unit to the base Connect the adaptor to an electrical wall outlet When power is applied to the base the unit goes through a one minute initialization process in the following sequence a the blue DECT indicator is on solid b the green POWER indicator flashes c both the blue DECT and green POWER indicators flash and d the green POWER and blue ETHERNET indicators are on solid The unit has now completed the process The phone will not function until this process is complete Handset Synchronization 1 After base is powered up wait 5 7 seconds until RSS synchronization icon briefly appears the handset display This indicates that the handset and base are synchronized to each other Next you will see the RSS Service Wizard which will guide you step by step through setup of Weather and Weather Alerts There are some useful channels pre configured to help get you started OR you can bypass the Wizard at this time and return later Programmed content windows will start auto scrolling and handset is ready for use For more information on the RSS setup refer to Programming Your Phone gt RSS Settings NOTE Your handset will automatically display the RSS synchronization icon for a few seconds when the feeds are updated at approximately
34. oll to Handset Name 2 Press to enter 3 Enter name using number pad press to confirm The default is InfoLink Language Choose the display language From the Handset menu 1 Use or to scroll to Language 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Use or scroll to the desired language The default is ENGLISH 4 Press to save your selection NOTE If you cannot read the display language refer to Handset Settings gt Language Entering Handset Name It may be necessary to press 7 repeatedly to clear any pre existing handset name There is an 8 character limit to handset name Press the 0 button to enter a space or button to access symbols table Programming Your Phone 17 Menu Color From the Handset menu 1 Use or to scroll to Menu Color 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Use to scroll to the desired color The default is Blue 4 Press to save your selection Background Picture From the Handset menu 1 Use or to scroll to Picture 2 1 to enter the menu 3 Use or scroll through the selection press to view The default is Picture 4 4 Press to save your selection Display Contrast From the Handset menu 1 Use or scroll to Contrast 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Use lighten or to darken 4 Press 7 to save your selection 18 Programming Your Phone Auto Talk From
35. or speakerphone mode Dial the number Your call will be on the handset s loudspeaker 2 To switch back to the handset at any time press w again X a toggles between the handset and the speakerphone mode 3 Press gt to end the call Answering a Call with the Speakerphone When the phone rings 1 Press a to answer the call then press t a again for speakerphone mode Your call will be on the handset s loudspeaker 2 Press lt gt end the call Mute To have a private off line conversation with someone nearby use the MUTE feature The party on the telephone line cannot hear you but you can hear them 1 During the call press Mute The display shows Mute On When Mute On is active your caller cannot hear you 2 Press Off to return to your caller 30 Your Phone Paging You can use the button on the base to page all registered handsets to locate a missing handset 1 Press the PAGE button on the base All registered handsets will ring The display shows Paging 2 Press PAGE again or press any button on a handset to cancel the page NOTE You can make 911 Keypad Lock emergency calls while the You can lock the keypad to prevent accidental dialling keypad is locked while carrying the handset around Answer incoming calls by 1 P
36. press and your call is put on hold Enter the handset number you want 1 5 2 When the receiving handset answers both intercom users may speak privately The external caller will not hear the intercom conversation 3 When finished press ava to end the intercom call and resume the call 4 Press gt to end the call Conference Two Handsets 1 During a regular telephone call press on the second handset to join the call 2 2 Press lt gt end the call Transfering a Call You can transfer a call to another handset 1 During a regular telephone call press 4a and your call is put on hold Enter the handset number you want to join on the call 1 5 le js id Telephone Company Calling Features 2 When the other handset answers inform them IMPORTANT In order to use they have a call then press amp The call is then this phone s Caller ID features you must subscribe to either INT the standard Name Number or you decide not to transfer the call press aa to Caller ID Service or Call cancel and resume the call Waiting Caller ID Service To know who is calling while you are on the phone you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID CID 02 Caller ID Service transferred If the other handset does not answer 3 Press amp to en
37. r Caller ID service from your local telephone company Battery Solutions If you experience any of the following problems even after fully recharging the battery you may need to replace the battery pack e Short talk time e Poor sound quality e CHARGE IN USE indicator on the base fails to illuminate e Limited range General Product Care To keep your unit working and looking good follow these guidelines Avoid dropping the handset as well as other rough treatment to the phone e Wipe the base station with a damp cloth or an antistatic wipe Never use a dry cloth as this can cause static discharge e Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and remote charger with a clean pencil eraser Causes of Poor Reception e Aluminum siding Foil backing on insulation e Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals You re too close to appliances such as microwaves stoves televisions entertainment centers etc e Atmospheric conditions such as strong storms Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices e Handset battery is low Warranty Information 4 Warranty Assistance If trouble is experienced with this equipment for warranty information please contact customer service at 1 800 448 0329 If the equipment
38. r adaptor is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position IMPORTANT Do not connect the telephone line until the handset is fully charged The base must be plugged into the AC power at all times INSTALLATION NOTE Your InfoLink is designed for home use and will work with most any standard Internet system non commercial non corporate environments applications This includes wired and or wireless routers which provide additional hard Firewall security functionality HTTP Internet traffic transmits inbound and outbound via Port 80 which is typically open on most firewall set ups However this unit may not function properly behind a firewall that does not allow http traffic inbound and outbound on Port 80 The unit will not work with a dial up internet connection Installation 9 Base Set Up The base needs a direct access connection to the internet and the IP address of the base must be provided by a DHCP server LJ ETHERNET PHONE ETHERNET Connection 1 Using the ETHERNET cable RJ45 provided with your phone connect the cable to your broadband modem or router with cable access 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the base ETHERNET port Telephone Cable Connection To use the phone as standard telephone 1 Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the PHONE jack on the back of the base a
39. ress and hold until the screen shows Keypad Pressing the keypad as Locked and the padlock symbol appears normal 2 Press to unlock then again to confirm Intercom Operation If you have two or more handsets registered to NOTE Intercom allows the your base the intercom feature allows you to have a users to have a conversation conversation with another registered handset without in HD sound tying up the telephone line allowing you to still receive incoming calls Making an Intercom Call If you receive a telephone call 1 Press then the handset number you want 1 5 during an intercom call the intercom call is immediately 2 Press to end the intercom call terminated and both rane handsets ring Either handset Receiving an Intercom Call user may press w to When you receive an intercom call your handset will answer the call ring using selected Internal Ringtone To answer the call press t a Operating Your Phone 51 Advanced Intercom Features Using Intercom with External Phone Calls During a telephone call you may use the intercom function to place the call on hold and page another handset to have an off line private two way intercom conversation have a three way conversation between the external caller and the handsets or transfer the external telephone call to another handset Two Way Calling 1 During a regular telephone call
40. s List shows details of the last Received Calls List or Dialed Calls List 20 outgoing calls made from 1 Press or to scroll to Received Calls or Dialed that handset Calls call list Press to enter A combined total of 50 call pi cored the resi 2 Use or to scroll to desired number calls lists per 3 Press to select You can display scroll 4 Use or to scroll to the desired category Call Press to call selected number into the phonebook Delete Press to delete selected number call is received when the Press to confirm ani Save Number Press to store in phonebook details of the new call Enter name using number pad press Confirm or edit number and press Delete Calls List 1 Use or to scroll to Delete Calls List Press to enter 2 Use or to scroll to desired listing 3 Press to select 4 Press confirm selection 28 Operating Your Phone Call Timer The display shows the duration of the current call After you hang up the total duration displays briefly Making a Call 1 Press w then dial the number you want OR Dial the number first then press OR Press to enter your phonebook scroll to desired name then press amp OR Press and release 4 to access Received Calls list or press and hold to access Dialed Calls list use or scroll to des
41. s back to idle 6 The DECT indicator light on the Base stops flashing when a handset has successfully been registered If the handset does not locate the base it goes back to idle mode Try again If the handset emits a double beep it means that the base has reached the maximum number of 5 subscribed handsets 40 Firmware Update Firmware Updates Your phone has the capability to receive Handset and Base firmware upgrades 1 When new firmware is available the handsets will display a New Firmware Available screen which will ask the user if they want to perform an update 2 You will have the option to download firmware immediately or wait until later 3 To down load the new firmware simply follow the prompts in the handset screen 4 During the software update the base LED s will flash alternately with Power amp Ethernet The handset will display firmware update in process in the screen 5 A firmware update notification is also displayed on the handset with specific screen and message when process is complete NOTE It will take several minutes install new software During this time you will not be able to use your phone NOTE The software upgrade from the network is split into two sequences At the end of the second sequence the base will reboot and finish software update The Power and Ethernet LED will be steady on Other Information 41 Changing the Battery CAUTION To reduce the risk of fir
42. stration 59 Auto registration Handsets packed with the base unit are pre registered and ready to use right out of the box NOTE When a handset is associated with a base number is given to the handset by the base This number is displayed on the handset after the name and must be used for internal calls NOTE A handset can be registered to only one base Accessory Handset Purchased Separately For accessory handsets without Base unit an auto registration mechanism is available so the unregistered accessory handset can be automatically registered without the need of entering a PIN code On the base 1 Put the base into subscription mode by pressing and holding the PAGE button for at least 8 seconds 2 The DECT indicator light starts flashing It is now ready to be associated with a new handset This registration mode lasts 90 seconds after pressing the button Once the subscription is done the base LED flashing is switched off On the handset 1 Make sure your phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Press navigate to the Registration menu press to enter 3 Use or to scroll to Register Handset 4 Press to enter the menu and start the handset registration Wait Base searching 1 is displayed f the handset has located the base it may display depending on EEPROM settings the base identification number 5 Handset Registered is displayed and the handset goe
43. te to the RSS menu to enter View Channels From the RSS menu 1 Use to scroll to View channels 2 Press to enter 3 The pre configured RSS Channels are displayed Programming Your Phone 25 Channel Set Up Selecting your preferred channels From the RSS menu NOTE Onl handset E ny feeds 1 Use or to scroll to Channel set up at a time If more than 2 Press to enter the menu one handset attempts to enter new RSS content 3 Use select a channel Identified by 6 you may receive Service icon Press to enter Channel Set Up Unavailable Please try later notification 4 Use or to scroll to the desired option Pre Configured Feeds Listing of all the Categories available for your selection Personal RSS Feeds Listing of all your personal RSS Feeds These must first be configured in the InfoLink Customizaton web page Refer to section Personalizing your Content Information Service Deactivate Removes the channel from your scrolling menu Identified by out channel number 5 Press 1 to save your selection Reset RSS to Default From the RSS menu 1 Use 0 or to scroll to Reset RSS to Default 2 Press to confirm return to default settings You will now be prompted to customize your Weather and Weather Alert feeds for your preferred area 3 Press to begin customization 25
44. the Handset menu 1 Use or to scroll to Auto Talk 2 Press to enter the menu 3 Use or to select Off or On The default is Off 4 Press to save your selection Area Codes Preset local and regional area codes From the Handset menu 1 Use or to scroll to Area Codes 2 1 to enter the menu 3 Use or to select Local Area Code or Regional Area Code 4 Enter the three digit code The default is 5 Press to save your selection Auto Talk If Auto Talk is set to On the handset automatically answers the incoming call when the handset is ringing and lifted from the charger Same as pressing 64 If Auto Talk is set to Off you must press to answer the call after the handset is lifted from the charger Area Codes The telephone uses the pre programmed area code to determine the number format to display when a valid Caller ID record is received The pre programmed area code is also used for the Dialback feature Regional Area Codes Depending on your area you may need to set regional area codes These are needed in order for the phone to determine the number format to display when a valid Caller ID signal is received Calls received that match any of the regional area codes display as 10 digits If the number is not displayed correctly the phone may not be able to dial back the number You can store up to 5 regional area codes You may need to use th
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46. ton button A CALLER l FLASH 4 GHI 5 JKL 7 5 8TUV INT a A Display Right soft button Headset jack END button INT a A button pause lock button microphone Getting to Know Your Phone 13 Left soft button Selects the current menu item or confirms a setting depending on the current screen Right soft button Back button returns to the previous screen Navigational Volume button Press the outer ring to navigate up down left or right while in a menu or content screen During a call press vol to increase or decrease the volume Alert Indicator If flashing indicates you have voice mail waiting or a weather warning if an RSS Weather Alert has been selected dA Call Speaker button Initiates or answers a call During a call activates speaker End button Ends a call Also returns any RSS or menu function to idle mode FLasu FLASH button Call Waiting acceptance during a call push to accept new incoming call CALLER Caller ID button ID Short press to view list of received calls Press and hold to view list of dialed calls Intercom Lower Upper case button INT Allows you to make High Definition HD calls between the handsets registered to a A the base When in text editor switches from lower case to upper case letters button When in text editor provides symbol tabl
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