GE 25942 Cordless Telephone User Manual
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1. TALK CALL BACK delet button buttanl CALLER ID CALLER ID VOLUME v VOLUME 4 button button mem redial memory button cen button format trans DT chan format transfer channel button button rediali delete play stop repeat E e chan _ button button eE skip button button TI E PAUSE ringer Y E S button EXIT tone EE Oer g button aS O z mute menu a flash answerer button call waiting button Base Layout day check hour min skip aw sii il ye button button Ring To Answer MESSAGES indicator f PLAY STOP pecs s button o memo button erase button O00000000 O0000000 44 repeat button announce button page button ans on off answerer on off button charge in use indicator volume buttons Installing the Phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE You must connect the handset battery before use CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only the Thomson Inc approved Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery model 5 2729 or Nickel Metal Hydride Ni MH battery model 5 2522 which are compatible with this unit 1 Locate battery and battery door which are packaged together inside a plastic bag and are separate from the handset 2 Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset 3 Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside the compartment PL2. Handset Battery cradle battery pack ll ea Handset Installing the Handset Battery NOTE You must connect the handset battery before use the Thomson Inc approved Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery model 5 2729 or Nickel Metal Hydride Ni MH battery model 5 2522 which are compatible with this unit CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only 1 Locate battery and battery door which are packaged together inside a plastic bag and are separate from the handset 2 Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset 3 Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside the compartment NOTE To ensure proper battery installation the connector is keyed and can be inserted only one way 4 Insert the battery pack 5 Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place 6 Place the handset in the base to charge Extra Charging Cradle 1 Plug the AC power converter of the extra charging cradle into the electrical outlet 2 Place the handset in the extra charging cradle The charge indicator turns on verifying the battery is charging 3 Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours Registration YOU MUST REGISTER THE HANDSET TO THE MAIN BASE BEFORE USE After the optional handset has charged for 16 hours on the extra charger place it on the main base station for 20 seconds it will then automatically register NOTE PLEASE REGISTER sho
3. 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 Thomson Inc 11721 B Alameda Ave Socorro Texas 79927 e Insure your shipment for loss or damage Thomson Inc 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 obtained 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
4. 01 is the default 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME 4 or button or the touch tone pad on the handset to select from 01 to 03 3 Press mute menu to save Tone Pulse 1 Press the mute menu button until 1 TONE 2 PULSE shows in the display 1 TONE is the default 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME 4 or button or the touch tone pad on the handset to scroll to 1 TONE or 2 PULSE 3 Press mute menu to save Transfer ON OFF In order to use the Call Transfer feature applicable ONLY with additional handsets you must have the Transfer ON OFF set to ON through the menu of the transferring handset 1 Press the mute menu button until TRANSFER 1 OFF shows in the display 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or button or the touch tone pad on the handset and select 2 ON 3 Press mute menu again to save Default Setting You may return handset settings to the factory default setup using this menu 1 Press the mute menu button until DEFAULT NO shows in the display NO is the default 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or button on the handset to scroll to YES or NO NOTE If you choose YES all settings in the programmable menu return to the factory defaults 3 Press mute menu to save Cordless Phone Basics Charge In Use Indicator When the charge in use indicator on the base is lit the phone is ON or the handset is being charged The handset visual ringer and base indicator flash when you receive a call Answering a
5. AND A BRIEF MESSAGE AFTER THE TONE AND I LL GET BACK TO YOU THANKS Reviewing the Announcement Press and release the announce button to review your outgoing announcement Rings to Answer Use the RINGS TO ANSWER switch on the back of the base to set the number of times you want the phone to ring before the answering system answers the call You may choose 3 rings 5 rings or TOLL SAVER TS NOTE If you select Toll Saver TS the unit answers after the 3rd ring if there ARE new messages OR the unit answers after the 5th ring if there ARE NO new messages Handset Setup There are eight programmable menus available Language Handset Name Area Code Ringer ON OFF Ringer Tone Tone Pulse Transfer ON OFF and Default Setting During programming you may press the mute menu button at any time to go to the next option To exit the menu keep the previous setting and return to the standby mode press the EXIT tone button Display Language 1 Press the mute menu button until LENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display 1ENG is the default ENG stands for English FRA stands for French ESP stands for Spanish 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME 4 or button or the touch tone pad on the handset to enter your selection 3 Press mute menu again to save Handset Name 1 Press the mute menu button until ENTER NAME shows in the display 2 Use the touch tone pad to enter the name up to 15 characters More than one letter is stored in
6. Call 1 When the phone rings pick up the handset and press the TALK CALL BACK button 2 When finished press the TALK CALL BACK button again or place the handset on the base cradle to hang up Making a Call 1 Pick up the handset and press the TALK CALL BACK button Wait for the dial tone The call timer starts counting minutes and seconds in the display 2 Dial a telephone number 3 When finished press the TALK CALL BACK button again or place the handset on the base cradle to hang up NOTE In case of power failure the handset may display UNAVAILABLE when the TALK CALL BACK button is pressed You must then place the handset on the main base for 20 seconds to reset the unit Pre dialing 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Dial a telephone number the number you dial shows in the display NOTE If you make a mistake dialing the number use the delete button to backspace and erase the wrong number and enter the correct number 3 Press the TALK CALL BACK button on that handset The number automatically dials and the call timer starts counting the minutes and seconds in the display 4 When finished press the TALK CALL BACK button again to hang up NOTE You may enter up to 32 pre dial digits Redial While the phone is ON in TALK mode press the redial button to redial the last number you dialed up to 32 digits OR While the phone is OFF in standby mode press the redial button and then the
7. ON this can be done through the handset setup menu Ringer Volume e You may have too many extension phones on your line Try unplugging some phones e See solutions for No dial tone You experience static noise or fading in and out e Change channels e The handset may be out of range Move closer to the base e Relocate the base e Charge the battery e Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical outlet with another household appliance Unit beeps e Place handset in base cradle for 20 seconds to reset the security code If that doesn t work charge the battery for 16 hours e See solutions for No dial tone e Replace the battery Memory dialing e Make sure you correctly program the memory location keys e Make sure you follow the proper dialing sequence e You may need to reprogram numbers into memory after a power outage or battery replacement Out of range e Move closer to the base e Reset the battery Unplug the battery and plug it in again after five seconds e Reset the power supply Unplug the supply and plug it in again after five seconds Phone with tone service dials out in pulse mode 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 Handset displays UNAVAILABLE e Place the handset on the main base for re register e An additional handset is in use e Move closer to the base Answering System Solutions Can t
8. first Dialing a CID Number 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or w button to display the desired record 3 Press the TALK CALL BACK button The number dials automatically NOTE Depending on a how the incoming caller s phone number is formatted when it is received and b whether or not you previously pre programmed your local area code into the set up menu you may need to adjust the format of the incoming caller s stored phone number before making the call press the format trans button to adjust the number and try again Available formats include Number of digits Explanation Example Eleven digits long distance code 1 1 317 555 8888 3 digit area code 7 digit telephone number Ten digits 3 digit area code 317 555 8888 7 digit telephone number Seven digits 7 digit telephone number 555 8888 Storing CID Records in Internal Memory You may also store CID information in the phone s internal memory NOTE It is important that you format CID records correctly BEFORE storing in internal memory as you cannot reformat CID records stored in memory 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or button to scroll to the desired CID record 3 Press the mem button 4 Use the touch tone pad to enter a memory location 0 9 to store the number in that memory location You will hear a confirmation tone NOTE If the memory lo
9. 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 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 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 Heari
10. the GE website at www GE com phones Thomson Inc 10330 North Meridian Street Model 25942 Indianapolis IN 46290 00019461 Rev 3 Dom E THOMSON 2007 Thomson Inc 07 40 0 images amp beyond Trademark s Registered Printed in China y Marcals Registradals 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
11. tone 3 Follow the voice menu to use the answering system s remote functions The remote feature lets you 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 answerer on off 4 Review voice menu options 7 TIP You can bypass the outgoing announcement by pressing any numbered key on the touch tone pad 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 answering system from another location is 1 2 3 You must use the handset to change the security code With the phone OFF not in TALK mode follow these steps 1 Press the flash answerer call waiting button to display ANSWERER REMOTE The handset beeps once and announces the Remote Access menu 2 Press the EXIT tone button 3 Enter the new 3 digit security code 4 Press the ExIT tone button again The unit announces the new code pauses beeps and then announces the menu options again Changing the Battery CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury use only A the Thomson Inc approved Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd battery model 5 2729 or Nickel Metal Hydride Ni MH battery model 5 2522 which are compatible with this unit 1 Make sure the telephone is OFF not in TALK mode before you replace battery 2 Re
12. EASE REGISTER shows in the display NOTE To ensure proper battery installation the connector is keyed and can be inserted only one way battery pack black wire PRESS DOWN FIRMLY red wire 4 Insert the battery pack 5 Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place Base Station 1 Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack RJ11C and place your cordless telephone on a level surface such as a desktop or tabletop or you may mount it on the wall 2 Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack at the back of the base and the other end into a modular jack 3 Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the jack at the back of the base 4 Place the handset in the base cradle The charge in use indicator turns on verifying the battery is charging The unit will take 20 seconds to register and verify its security code READY shows in the display NOTE In case of a power failure the handsets may display UNAVAILABLE when the TALK CALL BACK button is pressed You must then place all handsets on the main base cradle for 20 seconds to re register 5 Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first use If you don t properly charge the phone battery performance is compromised CAUTION To reduce risk of personal injury fire or damage use only the 5 2754 gray or 5 2732 black power adaptor lis
13. LS NOTE Press the EXIT tone key to return to the standby mode Memory Each handset can store up to ten 24 digit numbers with up to 15 character names in memory for quick dialing This memory feature is in addition to the CID memory log which stores up to 40 CID records in each handset 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 0 through 9 or use CALLER ID VOLUME 4 or to scroll to the desired memory location NOTE If the memory location is occupied the memory location number and stored name and telephone number shows in the display If the memory location is empty EMPTY shows 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 touch tone pad on the handset to enter the name up to 15 characters and press the memory button to save More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys For example to enter the name 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 Wait for one second Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L Press the 1 key to insert a space between the L and the S 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 let
14. Model 25942 Series 5 8 GHz Cordless Handset Answering System User s Guide roval Information Equipment A 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 installation instructions for details Notes e This equipment may no
15. NG shows in the display All registered handsets will be paged 2 Press the format trans button or TALK CALL BACK on receiving handset to answer call NOTE To cancel the call transfer you may press EXIT tone button or the format trans button on the originating handset NOTE If there is no answer within 2 minutes after transferring the call then the handsets will be rung back callback If no handset answers within 30 seconds then the external call will be automatically dropped Caller ID CID IMPORTANT In order to use this unit s Caller ID features you must subscribe to either the standard Name Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service To know who is calling while you are on the phone you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service 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 FRED PAGE Caller ID name 317 559 1234 Caller status NEW or REPT Caller ID phone number Caller ID record number Time Date Call Waiting Caller ID Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company 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 Only the handset that is in use at the time of the call will display and store the Call Waiting Caller ID in
16. ON in TALK mode press the CALLER ID VOLUME or button to adjust the listening level Choose from five volume settings VOL 1 is the lowest volume and VOL 5 is the highest volume NOTE The phone will automatically reset VOL 5 to VOL 4 after you hang up Mute Use mute during a phone conversation to speak privately and off line with a third party 1 Press the mute menu button MUTE shows in the display The party on the telephone will not hear you 2 Press the mute menu button when finished Temporary Tone This feature is useful only if you have pulse rotary 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 EXIT tone button on the handset to temporarily change from pulse dialing to tone dialing 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 Call Transfer applicable only with additional handsets During an external call you may transfer the external call to another handset 1 Press the format trans button on the originating handset TRANSFERRI
17. TALK CALL BACK button to redial the last number Flash Use the flash answerer call waiting button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting which are available through your local phone company TIP Do not use the TALK CALL BACK button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or you ll hang up the phone Channel Button While talking on the phone it may be necessary for you to manually change the channel to improve reception and reduce noise or static on the line Press and release the chan button to move to the next clear channel Exit Press the EXIT tone button to cancel any command you initiated Page This feature assists in locating a misplaced handset Press the page button on the base The handset beeps continuously for about 2 minutes until you press the TALK CALL BACK button on the handset or the page button on the base NOTE You may still page the handset when the ringer is off Ringer ON OFF Shortcut Apart from the setting in the main menu there is a shortcut to set the ringer Make sure the phone is OFF not in talk mode 1 Press the PAUSE ringer button to go to the RINGER ON OFF menu RINGER 1 ON shows in the display 10N is the default 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or button or the touch tone pad on the handset to scroll to 1 ON or 2 OFF 3 Press the PAUSE ringer button to save your selection You will hear a confirmation tone Volume When the phone is
18. blocked from transmission BLOCKED Caller name and number is blocked from transmission NAME NUMBER DELETE ALL Prompt asking if you want to erase all Caller ID records DELETE CALL ID Prompt asking if you want to erase the current Caller ID record that is shown on the display DELETE Prompt asking if you want to erase one of the 10 numbers stored in the phone s outgoing memory DELETED Prompt confirming a CID record is erased EMPTY Indicates a memory location is vacant END OF LIST Indicates there is no additional information in the Caller ID memory log ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to name the handset or enter a name for one of the 10 memory locations INCOMPLETE Caller information is interrupted during transmission or DATA the phone line is excessively noisy LOW BATTERY Indicates the handset battery is low and needs charging NEW Indicates call or calls have not been reviewed NO DATA No Caller ID information was received NO CALLS Indicates no calls have been received PAGING FRM BASE Someone is paging the handset from the base PLEASE REGISTER Indicates the handset needs to be registered before use PRESS TALK KEY Indicates the CID number is a Directory Dial Number DDN and cannot be formatted READY Indicates the handset is registered and available for use REPT Repeat call message Indicates that a new call from the same number was received more than once TRANSFERRING Indicates the call is being transferred fr
19. cation is occupied REPLACE MEMO is displayed and you must confirm replacement by pressing the mem button NOTE Press the EXIT tone button once to keep the previous setting making no changes and return to the menu NOTE If the selected CID record contains any information that is non numeric the unit will not allow this record to transfer to the internal user memory The handset will display UNABLE TO STORE To Replace a Stored CID Record 1 Repeat steps 1 through 3 in Storing CID Records in Internal Memory After you enter the memory location REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 2 Press the mem button again and the new CID record replaces the old memory in that location You will hear a confirmation tone Deleting a CID Record 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or w button to display the CID record you want to delete 3 Press delete The display shows DELETE CALL ID 4 Press delete again to erase the record and DELETED shows in the display You will hear a confirmation tone NOTE Press the EXIT tone button to return to the standby mode Deleting All CID Records 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME or button to display any Caller ID record 3 Press and hold the delete button until DELETE ALL shows in the display 4 Press delete again to erase all records You will hear a confirmation tone The display shows NO CAL
20. cidental 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 Accessory Information DESCRIPTION MODEL NO Handset Replacement Battery 5 2729 Ni CD 5 2522 Ni MH Handset Replacement Battery Power adaptor 5 2754 gray 5 2732 black 5 2751 gray 5 2771 black Power adaptor Optional Additional handset cradle Optional Additional handset cradle To place order have your Visa MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call toll free 1 800 338 0376 A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering We are required by law to collect appropriate sales tax for each individual state country and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Items are subject to availability Prices are subject to change without notice Instructions For Additional Handset s IMPORTANT You can only use one handset at a time and there is NO conference and intercom features for these units If the TALK CALL BACK button is pressed on one handset while another handset is in use UNAVAILABLE shows on the display Parts Checklist Make sure your package includes the items shown here qu
21. crowave ovens or VCR If such interference continues move the cordless telephone farther away from these appliances Certain other communications devices may also use the 5 8 GHz 900 MHz 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 5 8 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 Guidelines e 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 other cordless telephones or personal computers 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 non insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface e Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Handset Layout display visual ringer
22. each of the number keys For example to enter the name 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 Wait for one second Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L Press th e 1 key to insert a space between the L and the S 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 NOTE If you make a mistake use the delete button to backspace and delete one character at a time 3 Press mute menu again to save NOTE If no name is entered READY shows in the display Local Area Code 1 Press the mute menu button until AREA CODE shows in the display is the default 2 Use the touch tone pad on the handset to enter your three digit area code 3 Press mute menu again to save NOTE If you make a mistake press the delete button to erase a wrong number Ringer ON OFF 1 Press the mute menu button until RINGER 1 ON shows in the display 10N is the default 2 Use the CALLER ID VOLUME 4 or button or the touch tone pad on the handset to scroll to 1 ON or 2 OFF 3 Press mute menu to save NOTE If you turn the ringer off RINGER OFF shows on the display Ringer Tone You can choose from 3 ring tones 1 Press the mute menu button until RINGER TONE 01 shows in the display
23. formation e When you hear the call waiting beep in the handset receiver press the flash answerer call waiting button to put the current call on hold and answer the incoming call Press flash answerer call waiting again to return to the original call Receiving CID Records 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 Storing CID Records In CID Memory If you are not at home or cannot answer your telephone s Caller ID memory stores the data for the 40 most recent calls you received so you can see who called while you were unavailable When the 41st call is received the oldest Caller ID record 1st call is automatically deleted You may review the stored information at any time Calls received since your last review show as NEW in the display Calls that have not been previously reviewed but were received from the same number more than once show as REPT in the display Reviewing CID Records As calls are received and stored the display is updated to let you know how many calls have been received To scroll CID records 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in talk mode 2 Press the CALLER ID VOLUME button to review the newest CID record 3 Press the CALLER ID VOLUME a button to review the oldest CID record
24. h recording the memo 2 Begin speaking after you hear the beep 3 Release the memo button when finished Remote Access You may access the answering system with the cordless handset or from any tone dial compatible telephone Cordless Handset 1 Press the flash answerer call waiting button to access the answering system 2 Use the corresponding handset keys just like you would use the base buttons see Answering System Setup The button functions are located on the handset For example to play messages e Press the flash answerer call waiting button The display shows ANSWERER REMOTE e Press 2 PLAY STOP e When you are finished listening to your messages press the flash answerer call waiting button 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 1 Press the flash answerer call waiting 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 the flash answerer call waiting button to stop screening the call Accessing the Answering System from Another Location You can access your answering system from any touch tone phone by entering your 3 digit security code after you hear the outgoing announcement 1 Dial the telephone number to which the answering system is connected to 2 Enter the security code after you hear the
25. hear messages beep etc e Adjust speaker volume Time Day setting is incorrect e Set the time clock Answers on 10th ring e Make sure answering system is turned on e Answering system memory may be full Erase some messages Incoming messages are incomplete e An extension phone may have been lifted as a message is received e Answering system memory is full Erase some messages e You may have accidently 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 This phone does not support pulse rotary dialing e Make sure to enter the correct security code e Did unit hang up If you take no action for a period of time it automatically hangs up Causes of Poor Reception e Aluminum siding e Foil backing on insulation e Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield radio signals e You re too close to appliances such as microwaves stoves computers 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 an 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 General Product 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 e
26. move the battery compartment door 3 Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the battery pack from the handset 4 Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord to the jack inside the battery compartment 5 Put the battery compartment door back on 6 Place handset in the base to charge Allow the handset battery to properly charge for 16 hours prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack If you do not properly charge the phone battery performance will be compromised 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 Nickel Cadmium Ni Cd or Nickel Metal Hydride Ni MH 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 Display Messages The following messages show the status of the phone or help you set up and use your phone ANSWERER REMOTE Indicates the handset is accessing the answering system BLOCKED CALL Caller information is
27. nd releasing 44 repeat to review previous messages e Press and release gt skip to go to the next message Memory Full When answering system 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 7 seconds the phone hangs up You should erase some messages so the answering system can record new ones 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 Erasing Messages You may erase messages three ways one message at a time from the base all messages from the base or one message at a time from the handset or a phone in another location To erase one message at a time from the base e Press PLAY STOP The message plays e Press and release the erase button To erase all reviewed messages from the base e Press and hold the erase button until the unit beeps To erase a message from the handset e Press flash answerer call waiting button to enter into the handset remote access Operation e Press PLAY STOP on the handset the 2 button The message plays e Press erase the 0 button to erase the message during message playback NOTE Erased messages cannot be restored Leaving a Memo Use the memo feature to leave a message 1 Press and hold the memo button on the base You must hold the button until you finis
28. ng Aid Compatibility Licensing Licensed under US Patent 6 427 009 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment 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 RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter DO NOT OPEN A CAUTION TO REDUCE THE THE EXCLAMATION THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROW Jf RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO POINT WITHIN THE HEAD WITHIN THE NOT REMOVE COVER OR TRIANGLE ISA WARNING SIGN CAUTION WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Introduction CAUTION When using telephone equipment there are basic A safety instructions that should always be followed Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT THE PRODUCT SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM BACK OF PRODUCT REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL 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 Before You Begin Parts Checklist f
29. om one handset to another UNABLE TO DIAL Indicates the CID or memory contents cannot be dialed UNABLE TO STORE Indicates the CID or memory contents cannot be stored UNAVAILABLE Indicates the handset is out of range Or an additional handset is in use Or there has been a base power failure in which case you must place all handsets on the main base cradle for 20 seconds to re register UNKNOWN The incoming call is from an area not serviced by Caller ID or NAME CALLER caller information is not sent NUMBER Answering System Display Messages The following messages show the status of the answering system or help you set up and use the system 0 59 Indicates the total number of messages CL blinking Answering system is turned off The voice time day stamp needs to be set An blinking The system is answering a call and recording an incoming call F blinking Answering system memory is full Six bars The system is recording a memo or an blinking announcement LA Line Access Answering system is being accessed remotely from another location Handset Sound Signals Signal Meaning A long warbling tone with ringer on Signals an incoming call Three short beeps several times Page signal One long tone Confirmation tone Two short beeps Error tone One beep every 7 seconds Troubleshooting Tips Caller ID Solutions No display Low battery warning e Fully charge for 16 hours or replace the battery e f y
30. or 25942x 1 model Make sure your package includes the items shown here Battery Handset compartment battery pack cover Handset Wall mount bracket For Model 25942xx2 there will be ONE additional handset charge cradle battery pack and cover than shown above For Model 25942xx3 there will be TWO additional handsets charge cradles battery packs and covers than shown above For Model 25942xx4 there will be THREE additional handsets charge cradles battery packs and covers than shown above AC power Telephone adaptor line cord Telephone Jack Requirements Wall plate To use this phone you need an RJ11C type modular telephone O jack which might look like the one pictured here installed in your home If you don t have a modular jack call your local Modular phone company to find out how to get one installed telephone line jack 6 Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing unauthorized access and charges to your phone line INSTALLATION NOTE Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause or receive interference with nearby TVs microwave ovens and VCRs To minimize or prevent such interference the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV mi
31. 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 IS THE 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 THOMSON 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 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 e Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of in
32. ou are using AC electrical power make sure that the unit is connected to a non switched electrical outlet Unplug the AC power converter from the unit and plug it back in e To see Caller ID information in your display you must be subscribed to Caller ID service through your local telephone company Caller ID incomplete 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 the presence of noise on the line Telephone Solutions Handset can not link e If any handsets become inoperable place it on the main base cradle for 20 seconds to re register No dial tone e Check or repeat installation steps e Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet e Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base unit and the modular phone jack e Disconnect the base from the wall phone jack and connect another phone to the same jack If there is no dial tone on the second phone the problem might be your wiring or local service The handset might be out of range of the base Move closer to the base Make sure the battery is properly charged for 16 hours e Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK CALL BACK button Did the in use indicator come on The battery may need to be charged Handset does not ring e Make sure the ringer is set to
33. t 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 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 US Number is located on the cabinet bottom REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom 2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on 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 E of Part 68 FCC Rules and Regulations Visit
34. te access mode the system follows the selected language The voice prompt language cannot be switched remotely Voice Time Day Stamp 1 Make sure the answering system is ON 2 Press and hold the day check button on the base to set the day of the week 3 Press and hold the hour button on the base to set the hour a m or p m Example 12AM 1AM or 12PM 1PM 4 Press and hold the min button on the base to set the minute The time advances in 5 minute intervals or tap and release to advance in 1 minute intervals Speaker Volume Use the speaker volume buttons to adjust speaker volume on the base to a comfortable level L1 is the minimum speaker volume and L8 is the maximum 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 Make sure the answering system is ON 2 Press and hold the announce button on the base 3 Begin speaking after you hear the beep 4 Release the button when you finish your announcement NOTE If you choose not to record an outgoing announcement a default announcement plays 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 Sample Outgoing Announcement HI THIS IS USE YOUR NAME HERE CAN T ANSWER THE PHONE RIGHT NOW SO PLEASE LEAVE YOUR NAME NUMBER
35. ted in the user s guide This power adaptor is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position Wall Mounting 1 Turn the base over 2 Attach the wall mounting pedestal by first inserting the tabs on the open edge of the pedestal into the slots on the lower portion of the bottom of the base Then push down and snap the pedestal 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 NOTE If desired gather the extra telephone line and power adaptor cord and store inside the wall mounting pedestal Answering System Setup This section shows you how to set up your answering system to receive incoming calls Before you begin the set up process you must turn on the answering system e Press the ans 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 when it is OFF Setting the Voice Prompt Language The default voice prompt language is English To change the answering system s voice prompt language press and hold the skip button for two seconds The unit announces SELECCIONADO ESPANOL Spanish selected NOTE To change to English press and hold the skip button again for 2 seconds The unit announces ENGLISH SELECTED NOTE In remo
36. ter T press the 4 key twice for the letter H NOTE If you make a mistake press the delete button to backspace and erase the wrong character s or number s 6 Press the mem button to save the name The display shows ENTER TEL NUMBR 7 Use the touch tone pad to enter the telephone number you want to store up to 24 digits NOTE The system treats PAUSES as delays or spaces in the dialing sequence 8 Press mem again to store the number You will hear a confirmation tone Storing the Last Number Dialed 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 replace an old number with a new 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 and REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 4 Press the mem button again to replace the old number with the new number You will hear a confirmation tone Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence of a Stored Number If a pause is needed to wait for a dial or access tone press the PAUSE ringer button to insert a delay in dialing sequence of a stored number for example after you dial 9 for an outside line or to wait for a computer access tone Pause shows in the display as a P and each pause counts as one digit in the dialing sequence Changing a Stored Number 1 Repeat steps 1
37. through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory 2 Press the mem button and REPLACE MEMO shows in the display 3 Press the mem button to store the number You will hear a confirmation tone Reviewing and Deleting Stored Numbers 1 To review stored numbers press the mem button and use the CALLER ID VOLUME or button to scroll to the memory location or press the corresponding number key for a desired memory location 0 9 2 When the data shows in the display press the delete button The display shows DELETE 3 Press delete again to delete the data The display shows DELETED Dialing a Stored Number 1 Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK CALL BACK button 2 Press the mem button 3 Press the memory location 0 9 The number dials automatically OR 1 Make sure the phone is OFF not in TALK mode 2 Press the mem button 3 Use the touch tone pad or the CALLER ID VOLUME or button to scroll to the number you want to dial 4 Press the TALK CALL BACK button The number dials automatically Chain Dialing from Memory Use this feature to make calls which require a Sequence of numbers such as calling card calls to a frequently called long distance number Each part of the sequence is dialed from memory The following example shows you how to 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 Freq
38. uently called long distance number 9 1 Make sure the phone is ON in TALK mode 2 Press the mem button and then press 7 3 When you hear the access tone press the mem button and then press 8 4 At the next access tone press the mem button and then 9 TIP Wait for the access tones before pressing the next mem button or your call may not go through Answering System Operation This section discusses the buttons and features on the answering system Messages Indicator The messages indicator shows you how many messages you have received and the indicator blinks when new messages are received The answerer must be ON in order for the messages indicator to work NOTE The answering system displays when it is turned off Screening Calls from the Base 1 Wait for the caller to begin leaving a message to determine who is calling 2 To speak to the caller pick up the handset and press the TALK CALL BACK button 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 to hear your incoming calls Message Playback The messages indicator on the base lets you know when you have messages To play messages press PLAY STOP While a message is playing you may do the following e Press PLAY STOP to stop the message playback e Press and release repeat to restart the current message continue pressing a
39. ws on the display if the handset has not been registered Once a handset has completed registration successfully READY will show on the handset s display NOTE In case of a power failure the handsets may display UNAVAILABLE when the TALK CALL BACK button is pressed You must then place all handsets on the main base cradle for 20 seconds to re register
40. xample motors or fluorescent lamps e DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture e Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the phone 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 Warranty Assistance If trouble is experienced with this equipment for warranty information please contact customer service at 1 800 448 0329 If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network the telephone company may require that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved Any unauthorized repairs changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc 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 Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Defects in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e One year from date of purchase
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