GE 25931 Series - Manual

Model 25931 Series
5.8 GHz Cordless
Handset Speakerphone
System 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.
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 ATLINKS USA, Inc. Nickel-Cadmium battery model 5-2548,
which is 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. PLEASE REGISTER
shows in the display.
NOTE: To ensure proper battery installation, the connector is keyed
and can be inserted only one way.
2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the bottom of the
base and the other end into a modular jack.
3. Program the RINGER (on the handset) to ON, this can be done through the handset
setup menu Ringer Volume or its shortcut.
4. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the
jack on the bottom of the base.
6. Place the handset in the base cradle. The charge/in use indicator turns on, verifying
the battery is charging.
7. 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: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. 5-2501 power adapter
that came with this unit. Using other power adapters may
damage the unit.
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.
Setup
There are eight programmable menus available: Language, Handset Name, Area Code,
Ringer Volume, Ringer Tone, Tone/Pulse, Transfer and Default Setting.
During programming, you may press the MENU/Mute 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 MENU/Mute button until >1ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display. 1ENG is
the default.
2. Use the cid/vol ( - or + ) button or the touch-tone pad on the handset to enter
your selection.
3. Press MENU/Mute again to save.
Handset Name
1. Press the MENU/Mute button until ENTER NAME shows in the display. READY is
the default.
2. 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 I. 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 I; press the
8 key for the letter T; press the 4 key twice for the letter H..
NOTE: If you make a mistake press the DELETE/Channel button to
backspace and erase the wrong character(s) or number(s).
3. Press MENU/Mute again to save.
Local Area Code
1. Press the MENU/Mute 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 MENU/Mute again to save.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the DELETE/Channel button to
erase a wrong number.
Ringer Volume
1. Press the MENU/Mute button until RINGER 41 HIGH shows in the display.
1 HIGH is the default.
2. Use the cid/vol ( - or + ) button or the touch-tone pad on the handset to scroll
to 1 HIGH, 2 LOW, or 3 OFF.
3. Press MENU/Mute to save.
NOTE: If you turn the ringer OFF, RINGER OFF shows on the display.
Ringer Tone
You can choose from either ringtones (1-3) or melodies (4-13).
1. Press the MENU/Mute button until RINGER TONE 4
01 shows in the display.
1 is the default.
2. Use the cid/vol ( - or + ) button on the handset to select from 1 to 13.
3. Press MENU/Mute to save.
Tone/Pulse
Most telephone systems use tone dialing, however, some may still use pulse dialing. If
you aren’t sure which dialing system you have, set the telephone to tone dialing and
make a test call. If the call connects, the setting is correct. If the call does not connect,
set the telephone to pulse dialing.
1. Press the MENU/Mute button until RINGER 4
1 TONE 2 PULSE shows in the
display. 1 TONE is the default.
2. Use the cid/vol ( - or + ) button or the touch-tone pad on the handset to scroll
to 1 TONE or 2 PULSE.
3. Press MENU/Mute 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 each handset.
1). Press the MENU/Mute button until
TRANSFER 41OFF shows in the display. 1OFF is
the default.
2) Use the cid/vol (- or +) button or the touch tone pad on the handset and select 2ON.
3) Press MENU/Mute again to save.
Default Setting
1. Press the MENU/Mute button until DEFAULT 4NO shows in the display. NO is
the default.
2. Use the cid/vol ( - or + ) button on the handset to scroll to YES or NO.
3. Press MENU/Mute to save. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Cordless Phone Basics
Charge/In Use Indicator
The phone is ON when the TALK/CALL BACK indicator on the handset and the charge/in use
indicator on the base is lit. The handset and base indicators flash when you receive a call.
Answering a Call
1. When the phone rings, pick up the handset and press the TALK/CALL BACK or
SPEAKER button.
2. When finished, press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER 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 or SPEAKER 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 or SPEAKER 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 or SPEAKER 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/
Channel button to backspace and erase the wrong number, and
enter the correct number.
3. Press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button on that handset. The number auto-
matically dials and the call timer starts counting the minutes and seconds in the
display.
4. When finished, press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button again to hang up.
NOTE : You may enter up to 32 pre-dial digits.
Redial
While the phone is ON (in TALK or SPEAKERPHONE 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
TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button to redial the last number.
Flash
Use the FLASH/Call wait 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 DELETE/Channel 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 high/low/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 #RINGER/PAUSE button to go to the RINGER VOLUME menu.
RINGER 41HIGH shows in the display. 1HIGH is the default.
2. Use the cid/vol ( - or +) button or the touch-tone pad on the handset to scroll to
1HIGH, 2LOW or 3OFF.
3. Press the #RINGER/PAUSE button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation
tone.
Volume
When the phone is ON (in TALK or SPEAKERPHONE mode) press the cid/vol ( - or + )
button to adjust the listening level. Choose from four volume settings. VOL 1 is the
lowest volume and VOL 4 is the highest volume.
Mute
Use mute during a phone conversation to speak privately and off-line with a third party.
1. Press the MENU/Mute button. MUTE shows in the display. The party on the telephone
will not hear you.
2. Press the MENU/Mute button when finished.
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290
© 2006 ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Model 25931
00006681 (Rev. 0 Dom E)
05-46
Printed in China
For Model 25931xx2 there will be ONE additional handset, charge cradle, belt clip,
battery pack and cover than shown above.
For
Model 25931xx3 there will be TWO additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clips,
battery packs and covers than shown above.
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.
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, microwave 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
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
• Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting, microwave
ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight.
• Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature.
• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.
• 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.
Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall plate
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:
BLACK WIRE
BATTERY
PRESS DOWN FIRMLY
RED WIRE
Time Date Number of calls
Caller ID name Caller ID phone number
Switching between the Speakerphone and Handset
1. If you are using the handset earpiece and want to switch to the speakerphone, press
the SPEAKER button, you can then press SPEAKER button again to end conversation.
2. If you are using the speakerphone and want to switch to the handset earpiece, press
the TALK/CALL BACK button, you can then press the TALK/CALL BACK button again to
end conversation.
Temporary Tone
The 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.
NOTE: The transfer feature MUST be set to ON, this can be done
through each handset’s setup menu function, Transfer ON/OFF.
1. Press the FORMAT/transfer button on the originating handset. TRANSFERRING shows
in the display. All registered handsets will be paged.
2. Press the FORMAT/transfer 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.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company
Should your equipment cause trouble on y our 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.
Interference Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment 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.
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 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
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.
display
TALK/CALL BACK
(button)
cid/vol (-)
(caller ID-volume
down button)
cid/vol (+)
(caller ID-volume
up button)
DELETE/Channel
(button)
Redial
(button)
*EXIT/TONE
(button)
#RINGER/PAUSE
(button)
FLASH/Call wait
(button)
FORMAT/Transfer
(button)
Memory
(button)
SPEAKER
(button)
MENU/Mute (button)
Handset Layout
Base Layout
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. The unit will take 20 seconds to register and verify its
security code. READY shows in the handset’s display.
NOTE: After a power outage or battery replacement, you should place
the handset in the main base for about 20 seconds to reset the code.
page
(button)
charge/in use
(indicator)
Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE
up to a total of 4 handsets (by purchase of optional
Model 25901 handset with charge cradle)
Base
Handset
Belt
clip
Telephone
line cord
AC power
adaptor
Handset
battery pack
Battery
compartment
cover
Wall mount
bracket
Introduction
CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic
safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product
and save them for future reference.
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
(for model 25931xx1)
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
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.
Call Waiting Caller ID
Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company,
you are able to see who is calling while you are on the phone when you hear the call
waiting beep. The caller identification information appears in the display after you hear
the tone.
• When you hear the call waiting beep in the handset receiver, press the FLASH/
Call wait button to put the current call on hold and answer the incoming 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.