GE Trimline 15929620 User Manual

Interference information, Hearing aid compatibility (hac), Licensing

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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.
Privacy of Communications may not be ensured when using this product.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no

guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for

radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).

• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the

telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.

• 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.

Introduction

Your telephone is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality

performance. To get the most from your new telephone, we suggest that

you take a few minutes right now to read through this instruction manual.

CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there

are basic safety instructions that should always

be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save

them for future reference.

NOTE: This phone uses Touch-Tone dialing service only.

For this telephone to function properly, you must use

Touch-Tone service available through your local telephone

company.

Before You Begin

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.

Important Installation

Information

• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is

specifically designed for wet locations.

• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the

telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
• Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone such

as faxes, other phones, or modems.

Handset Layout

Model 29253

Series Trimline

Phone User’s Guide

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

installation instructions for details.
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.

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.
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.

Installing the Phone

Your telephone should be placed on a level surface such as a desk or table

top, or you can mount it on a wall. A desktop/wall mounting pedestal is

built into the base of the phone.
1. Slide the RINGER volume switch (on the handset) to the desired volume.
2. Set the receiver volume switch (on the handset) to the desired

listening volume.

3. Plug the telephone line cord into a

modular wall phone jack.

4. Feed the cord through the grooves as shown in the picture below.

Wall Mount Installation

Your telephone may also be mounted on a wall plate (not included).
1. Plug the telephone line cord into a

modular wall phone jack.

2. Slip the mounting holes on the base over the wall plate posts and firmly slide

the unit down into place (wall plate not included).

NOTE: In desktop or wall mount mode, you may want to

wrap the excess telephone line cord around the mounting

bracket on the bottom of the base.

Telephone Operation

Redial

This unit redials up to 32 digits. To automatically redial the last number

you called:
1. Pick up the handset and wait for a dial tone.
2. Press the redial button.

Flash

Press the flash button instead of the hook switch to activate custom

calling services such as call waiting or call transfer. Custom calling

services are provided by the phone company.

Receiver Volume

You may control the listening level with the volume switch on the bottom

of the handset. It has 3 levels: lo, mid, and high.

Ringer Volume

You may control the ringer volume level with the switch located above the

touch tone pad on the handset.
= ringer tone will be loud
= ringer tone will be low
= telephone will not ring

Troubleshooting Tips

No dial tone.

• Press and release the hook switch. Check the hook switch: Does it fully

extend when the handset is lifted from the cradle?

Phone doesn’t ring.

• Make sure RINGER switch (located on the handset) is set to loud or low.
• Are you using too many phones on one line? (The total REN of all

phones on the same line should not be greater than the maximum

REN for your calling area. See Equipment Approval Information).

Other party cannot hear you.

• Make sure phone cord is securely plugged in.
• Make sure extension phones are on the hook at the same time you’re

using the phone. It is normal for the volume to drop when additional

extension phones are used at the same time.

Phone “howls” when handset is placed near the base and handset volume

level is too high.

• This is normal feedback due to handset volume level being set

to maximum.

General Product Care

To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:

• Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that

generate electrical noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).

• Do not expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
• Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the phone.
• Clean with a soft cloth.
• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this

will damage the finish.

• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a

later date.

Service

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty

information, please contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the

equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone

company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the

problem is resolved.
This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized

service agents. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product. For

instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this

guide or call customer service at 1-800-448-0329.
Or refer inquiries to:

Thomson Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
PO Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206

Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down

the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This information

will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period.
Purchase date ____________________________________________
Name of store _______________________________________________

Modular

telephone

line jack

Wall plate

Model 29253

15929620 (Rev. 5 Dom E/S)

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Printed in China

Thomson Inc.

10330 North Meridian St.

Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024

© 2006 Thomson Inc.

Trademark(s) ® Registered

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SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO

PREVENT FIRE OR

ELECTRICAL SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS

PRODUCT TO RAIN

OR MOISTURE.

THE LIGHTNING

FLASH AND ARROW

HEAD WITHIN THE

TRIANGLE IS A

WARNING SIGN

ALERTING YOU OF

“DANGEROUS

VOLTAGE” INSIDE

THE PRODUCT.

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.

CAUTION:

Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• 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:

• 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:

• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally

provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton

and 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

• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not

covered by the warranty.

• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson Inc. accepts no

liability in case of damage or loss.

• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.

What your warranty does not cover:

• 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.
• Products which have been modified or incorporated into

other products.

• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

• 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:

• 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.

• 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.

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