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Table of contents Getting started Equalizer ..........................................................................19 Parts checklist ..................................................................1 Handset name ..............................................................19 Telephone base installation.......................................2 Display language .........................................................19 Telephone jack requirements ...................................2 Auto Talk ........
Message playback using the telephone base ................................................................................36 Options during playback ..........................................36 Delete all messages ...................................................36 Security code for remote access..........................37 Access the answering system remotely ...........37 Remote access commands ....................................38 Advanced settings Registering a handset ..............................
Getting started Parts checklist Your telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary. clear Power adapter for telephone base ans annc memo Telephone base Cordless handset (1 for 30544XE1 2 for 30544XE2 3 for 30544XE3 4 for 30544XE4) Charger with adapter attached (1 for 30544XE1 2 for 30544XE2 3 for 30544XE3 4 for 30544XE4) Handset coiled cord Corded handset DECT 6.
Getting started Telephone base installation 1. Plug the smaller end of the power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the telephone base, route the cord through the tabbed slot on the left. 2. Plug one end of the telephone line into the jack at the bottom of the telephone base, route the cord through the tabbed slot on the right. 3. Plug the other end of the telephone line into a telephone wall jack. 4.
Getting started Charger installation Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by a wall switch. Route the cord through the tabbed slot. Corded handset installation Plug one end of the handset coiled cord into the jack on the bottom of the telephone base. Route the cord through the tabbed slot. Plug the other end of the handset coiled cord into the jack at the corded handset.
Getting started Battery installation CAUTION: G:% 4"%$&+#.&%16&%$),;%">%8$&%"$%0&$,"-(*%)-H#$!2%#,&%"-*!%16&%F(11&$!%,#00*)&+%C'"+&*%9@IJKKKLLMJ@JNG or NI-MH AAA550*2) with this product. 2. If the handset will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the battery and remove it from the handset to prevent possible leakage. Please fully charge your handset before use! O"$%"01)'#'%F(11&$!%0&$>"$'(-.&2%.6($5&%16&%F(11&$!%>"$%GP%6"#$,%F&>"$&%8$,1%#,&: red wire black wire 1.
Overview Telephone base layout CID/up Q% Press to review the call log when the telephone is not in use. Q% While in menu, press to scroll up. Q% Press to increase the volume during a call, message playback or call screening. Phonebook/down Q% Press to review the phonebook when the telephone is not in use. Q% While in menu, press to scroll down. clear Q% Press to decrease the volume during a call, message playback or call screening. redial Press to review redial list.
Overview Telephone base layout clear clear/mute Q% During programming, press to cancel and exit without making changes. boost Press to increase the listening volume during a call. Q% Press to mute a call, press again to resume conversation. menu/select Q% Press to show menu. clear Q% Press to select an item, or to save an entry or setting. m1-m3 Press to dial preset memory locations. speaker Q% Press to make or answer a call using the speakerphone.
Overview Handset layout Q% Press to review the phonebook when the telephone is not in use. Q% During a call, press to increase the incoming volume. Q% While in menu, press to scroll up. Q% Press to review the call log when the telephone is not in use. Q% While in menu, press to scroll down. Q% During a call, press to decrease the incoming volume. Q% Press to make or answer a call. Q% Press to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use during a call or message playback.
Overview Battery charging The following table summarizes the battery charge indicators and what actions need to be taken. Battery indicators Battery status Action Battery icon is scrolling. Battery is charging. Keep the handset in the or charger when not in use. Battery icon is on steadily. Battery is completely charged. The handset is ready for use.
Overview Telephone base screen display icon Item Meaning Q% Displays when there is a new voice mail message. (Available only if you have subscribed to voice mail service from your telephone service provider.) Q% ?),0*(!,%76&-%16&%$)-5&$%),%1#$-&+%"3: Q% Displays when answering system is on. Q% Flashes when there are new messages. Handset screen display icon Item Meaning Q% Displays when the telephone base is within reception range.
Initial settings Dialing mode The default dialing mode is TONE for touch tone dialing. If you have pulse or rotary service, you can change this setting to accommodate your telephone line service. Using a cordless handset 1. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 . to select Base Setup and then press 2. Press or 3. Press again to select Dialing Mode. or 4. Press 1"%."-8$': Dialing Mode Reset VMWI . 10:30 PM 11/20 to select the desired setting and then press Tone Pulse Using the telephone base 1. Press 2.
Telephone operation Make a call Using a cordless handset . 1. Press 2. Dial the phone number. Using the telephone base . 1. Lift the corded handset or press 2. Dial the phone number. Predial a call Using a cordless handset 1. Dial the phone number using the dial pad keys. If you make an error while dialing, you can press redial to erase the last digit entered. to call. 2. Press Using the telephone base 1. Dial the phone number using the dial pad keys.
Telephone operation End a call Using a cordless handset Press or place the handset in the charger to end a call. Using the telephone base Return the corded handset to the telephone base or press to end a call. Speakerphone Anytime during a call, press on the telephone base or to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use. on the cordless handset NOTE: Using the speakerphone will drain the battery of the cordless handset faster than normal handset use.
Telephone operation Make a call using the redial memory 46&%*(,1%8/&%1&*&06"-&%-#'F&$,%0$&/)"#,*!%+)(*&+%($&%,1"$&+%)-%16&%$&+)(*%*),1%C#0%1"%9T% digits each). Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press dial. redial . or to select the desired phone number and then press to Using the telephone base 1. Press redial. / 2. Press or press to select the desired phone number and then lift the corded handset to dial. Save a number from the redial list to the phonebook Using a cordless handset 1.
Telephone operation Delete number from the redial list Using a cordless handset 1. Press redial . 2. Press or to select the desired phone number and then press 3. Press or to select Delete and then press number. Or press or delete all redial records. . to delete the selected to select Delete All and then press twice to Using the telephone base 1. Press redial. / to select the desired phone number and then press 2. Press the selected number. Or press and hold records.
Telephone operation Reset VMWI You can reset the VMWI (voice message waiting indicator) when the phone indicates new messages waiting but there are none (for example, if you have previously (..&,,&+%/").&%'()*%>$"'%(%+)3&$&-1%1&*&06"-&%*)-&%76)*&%(7(!%>$"'%6"'&D:%V6&-% new voice mails do exist, your telephone service provider will continue to send the signal to activate the feature. +(!,-'#!,.&!/(01&2"03!0#401",0(#!(* Using a cordless handset 10:30 PM 11/20 1. Press Reset VMWI Dialing Mode .
Telephone operation Intercom Using a cordless handset 1. Press . 2. Press or to select Intercom and then press . or to select the desired handset or Base, and then press . 3. Press 4. Press to answer the intercom call on the other cordless handset. to answer the intercom call on the Or lift the corded handset or press telephone base. 5. To end the intercom call, press or place the cordless handset in the charger. on the telephone Or return the corded handset to the telephone base or press base.
Telephone operation To transfer a call You can transfer a call to another system device (either the telephone base or cordless handset). Using a cordless handset 1. Press during a call. or 2. Press to select the desired handset or Base, and then press . The call is placed on hold while the intercom is established with the other system device. 3. Press to answer the intercom on the other handset. to answer the intercom on the telephone Or lift the telephone base or press base.
Handset settings Ringer volume You can set the handset ringer volume from level 1 to level 5 or turn the $)-5&$%"3:% 10:30 PM 11/20 1. Press Ringer Volume Ringer Tones . to select Handset Tones and then press 2. Press or . 3. Press 4. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 again to select Ringer Volume. or to select the desired volume level and then press Volume Level 3 %1"%."-8$': Ringer Tones You can select from 10 ringer tones. 1. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 . Ringer Tones Low Batt Tone 2.
Handset settings Equalizer This feature allows you to change the balance of the audio of the handset to best sit your hearing. 1. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 . 2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press 3. Press 4. Press or or to select Equalizer and then press . to select the Natural, Bass or Treble, and then press . %1"%.
Handset settings Auto Talk When this feature is activated, you can answer a call by lifting the cordless handset >$"'%16&%.6($5&$%7)16"#1%0$&,,)-5%(-!%;&!,:%46&%+&>(#*1%),%,&1%1"%"3: 4"%1#$-%16),%>&(1#$&%"-%"$%"3\ 1. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 . 2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press 3. Press or to select Auto Talk and then press . 4. Press ."-8$': or to select On or 5* and then press to 20 .
Telephone base settings Ringer volume You can set the telephone base ringer volume from level 1 to level 5 or turn the ringer "3:% 2. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 when in idle mode. 1. Press to select Base Tones and then press / Ringer Volume Ringer Tone Key Beeps . to select Ringer Volume. 4. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 / to select the desired volume level and then press 3. Press %1"%."-8$': Volume Level 3 Ringer tone You can select from 10 ringer melodies for the telephone base. when in idle mode. 1.
Telephone base settings Base name To personalize your telephone base with a name: 1. Press 2. Press . / to select Base Setup and then press . 10:30 PM 11/20 Base Name Language Reset VMWI Dialing Mode 3. Press / to select Base Name and then press . clear to erase each letter of the current name. 4. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 5. Enter your desired handset name (up to 12 characters). Press the Enter Base Name key to the corresponding character to display the correct letter.
Clock and alarm Date and time You can set the date and time of the telephone system as follows. Using a cordless handset 10:30 PM 11/20 . Set Date & Time Equalizer 1. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press . 2. Press or to select Set Date & Time and then press . 3. Press 4. Enter the current hour and minute. For example, 9:30 should be or to select AM or PM. entered as [0], [9], [3], [0]. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 Time 09:30PM 5. Press %1"%."-8$': 6. Enter the current month, day and year.
Phonebook Add a phonebook record Using a cordless handset on the cordless handset. 1. Press NOTE: You can also access the phonebook by pressing and selecting Phonebook. 2. Press once if your phonebook is empty, or press twice if your phonebook has stored entries to select New Entry. 3. Enter the name (max. 16 characters). Press the key to the corresponding character to display the correct letter. See the character table on page 26 for more information. 5. Press . 6. Enter the number (max. 24 digits).
Phonebook Memory location You can program phone numbers into memory location buttons m1, m2 and m3 for quick dialing. To program a memory location: Using a cordless handset or the telephone base 1. Press and hold the desired memory location (m1, m2 or m3) button. 2. Enter the number (max. 24 digits). If you need a pause between digits, press and hold the until a P appears in the display. This will insert a 3-second pause in the dialing sequence. 3. Press %1"%.
Phonebook Character table Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 16 characters). Each press of a particular key displays the character in the following order: Dial pad key Character by number of key presses 1 2 3 4 5 6 [1] space 1 # ‘ , - [2] A B C 2 [3] D E F 3 [4] G H I 4 [5] J K L 5 [6] M N O 6 [7] P Q R S [8] T U V 8 [9] W X Y Z [0] 0 . 7 9 To view/call a phonebook entry Records are stored alphabetically in the phone book.
Phonebook To search a phonebook entry alphabetically Using a cordless handset 1. Press when the handset is not use. 9:% [$&,,%16&%+)(*%0(+%;&!%C]J^D%16(1%."$$&,0"-+,%1"%16&%8$,1%*&11&$%">%16&%&-1$!%!"#%($&% looking for. The closest match in alphabetical order will appear. You can then press or to view the next entry. 3. Press to call the displayed entry. Using the telephone base 1. Press when the telephone base is not in use. 9:% [$&,,%16&%+)(*%0(+%;&!%C]J^D%16(1%.
Phonebook Delete a phonebook entry Using a cordless handset 1. Press when the handset is not in use. 2. Press or to locate the desired entry and then press 3. Press or to select Delete and then press . . 10:30 PM 11/20 Delete Delete All Using the telephone base 10:30 PM 11/20 1. Press when the handset is not in use. 2. Press / to locate the desired entry and then press 3. Press / to select Delete and then press . .
Caller ID Using Caller ID service IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to Caller-ID services from your service provider to use the Caller ID capabilities of this telephone system. Check with your telephone service provider for details. Caller ID records are stored in the order that they are received. Your telephone stores caller ID memory for the 40 most recent calls. When the 41st call is received, the "*+&,1%E(**&$%=?%$&."$+%C8$,1%.(**D%),%(#1"'(1).
Caller ID Save a number to the phonebook Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press . or to locate the desired record and then press . 3. Enter the name by using the dial pad keys if necessary, and then press . . 4. Edit the number by using the dial pad keys if necessary, and then press or to select the desired ringer tone, and then press to save. 5. Press Using the telephone base 1. Press . 2. Press / to locate the desired record and then press . 3.
Answering system +-'#0#6!,.&!"#$%&'0#6!$7$,&2!(#!('!(* Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press 3. Press 4. Press press 10:30 PM 11/20 . or to select Answer System and then press . again to select 8#$%&'!5#)5*. or to select Answer On or 8#$%&'!5*, and then 8#$%&'!5#)5* Announcement 10:30 PM 11/20 Answer On 8#$%&'!5* . Using the telephone base Press ans %"-%16&%1&*&06"-&%F(,&%1"%1#$-%16&%(-,7&$)-5%,!,1&'%"-%"$%"3:%46&% button will light when the answering system is on.
Answering system Using the telephone base 1. Position yourself about 1 foot away from the microphone on the telephone base, then press and hold memo . -ORPress . Press / to select Answer System and then press . 10:30 PM 11/20 Press / to select Record Memo and then press . 2. Release the button after the beep. Speak clearly towards the telephone base while recording your memo (up to 2 minutes). to stop recording. 3.
Answering system Record outgoing announcement Using a cordless handset 1. Press . 2. Press or to select Answer System and then press . 3. Press or to select Announcement and then press . or to select Record New and then press . 4. Press 5. After the voice prompt and beep sound, speak into the handset as you would normally during a call while recording your OGA (2 minutes maximum). 6.
Answering system 3. Press to select Announcement and then press / . 4. Press / to select Play OGA and then press . when the system is playing your recorded OGA. The system will then play 5. Press back the pre-recorded OGA. Number of rings before the system answers You can select the number of rings before the answering system answers a call. Using a cordless handset 1. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 . 2. Press or to select Answer System and then press 3.
Answering system Using a the telephone base 10:30 PM 11/20 1. Press . 2. Press / to select Answer System and then press 3. Press / to select Message Alert and then press 4. Press . 10:30 PM 11/20 Msg Alert On 9$6!83&',!5* to select Msg Alert On or 9$6!83&',!5* and then / press . Message Alert Number of Rings Call Screening Remote Code 1"%."-8$': Call screening When the answering system answers a call, you can listen at the telephone base while the caller leaves a message.
Answering system Message playback using the handset To listen to messages on a handset: twice or when the handset is in idle mode. Your messages will 1. Press automatically be played back through the handset speakerphone. Press to listen to your messages privately through the handset. 2. The following message options are available during playback: ;! REPEAT: Press 1 to repeat the currently playing message. ;! STOP: Press 2 to pause the message currently playing, press 2 again to resume playing.
Answering system Security code for remote access Your answering system allows you to program a 3-digit security code to get access to the system through any touch-tone telephone. The default security code is 123. To change the security code: Using a cordless handset 1. Press . or 2. Press 10:30 PM 11/20 to select Answer System and then press . Security Code 8#$%&'!5#)5* 3. Press or to select Security Code and then press . 4. The handset screen displays the current security code.
Answering system Remote access commands Touchtone keys Remote command 1 Replay the current or previous message. 2 Play/stop messages. 3 Skip to the next message. 4 4#$-%16&%(-,7&$)-5%,!,1&'%"-%"$%"3: 7 Listen to the main menu. 0 Delete the current message. A convenient wallet card, with instructions needed to operate your answering system remotely, can be found on page 53.
Advanced settings Registering a handset The telephone system can support up to a total of 5 cordless handsets. Handsets that were included with your main base are pre-registered. To add or re-register a handset using a cordless handset: when the handset screen shows To Register Press Menu. 10:30 PM 11/20 1. Press To Register 2. The handset shows Press Find For 4 Sec On Base. Press Menu 3. Press and hold the button on the telephone base until a beep sounds.
Appendix Troubleshooting guide =>%!"#$%1&*&06"-&%,!,1&'%),%-"1%"0&$(1)-5%0$"0&$*!2%8$,1%1$!%16&,&%5&-&$(*%$&,&1% procedures: 1. Unplug all power adapters from the power outlets. 2. Disconnect the telephone line cord from the base or modular jack. 3. Remove the battery compartment covers and unplug all handset battery packs. 4. After a few minutes, re-install all handset battery packs, making sure that the connectors are snug and the wires are not pinched before replacing all battery compartment covers. 5.
Appendix Caller ID Problem Cause/solution Caller-ID information is not displayed. Q% You must subscribe to Caller ID service from your service provider/telephone company. Q% Make sure the base unit is plugged directly into a telephone modular jack. If you are using a line with DSL service, make ,#$&%!"#%6(/&%0$"0&$*!%)-,1(**&+%16&%?@A%8*1&$,%,#00*)&+%F!%!"#$% service provider. While on a call, new caller-ID information is not displayed.
Appendix Important Safety Instructions Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, when using telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the $),;%">%8$&2%&*&.1$).%,6".;%(-+%)-H#$!%1"%%0&$,"-,2%)-.*#+)-5%16&%>"**"7)-5\ 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Appendix B. The product has been exposed to rain or water. C. The product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. D. The product’s cabinet has been damaged. E. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 20. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical-storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 21. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 22. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
Appendix GT:%?"%-"1%,1"$&%16),%0$"+#.12%"$%16&%F(11&$!C)&,D%0$"/)+&+%7)16%"$%)+&-1)8&+%>"$%#,&%7)16%16),% product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for the purpose of extending shelf life should be protected from condensation during storage and defrosting. Batteries should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after cold storage. 15. If your product uses rechargeable battery(ies), charge the battery(ies) only in accordance with 16&%)-,1$#.
Appendix FCC Parts 15, 68 and ACTA This equipment is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 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.
Appendix If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be +&1&$')-&+%F!%1#$-)-5%16&%&B#)0'&-1%"3%(-+%"-2%16&%#,&$%),%&-."#$(5&+%1"%1$!%1"%."$$&.1%16&% interference by one or more of the following measures: Q% Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference). Q% Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna. Q% E"--&.
Appendix This product meets ENERGY STAR program requirements for energy conservation. Selecting ENERGY STAR products is a responsible way to save energy and money while protecting our environment. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. The RBRC seal on the battery used in your product indicates that CCT is participating in the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program to collect and recycle rechargeable batteries.
Appendix One Year Limited Warranty CCT Tech USA Inc. (CCT), the licensed manufacturer of this GE® branded product, warrants this product to the original retail purchaser to be free of material and/or workmanship defects for a period of one year after the date of original retail purchase. Proof of the original purchase is required to obtain a remedy under this limited warranty and the product must be returned to CCT at your expense.
Appendix How To Obtain Warranty Service Call our customer service center at 1-877-394-9775. Our customer service specialist will assist you in obtaining warranty service. Please have a paper and pencil handy to write down the warranty service return instructions. -ORYou may visit our web site at www.gephones.com for troubleshooting, FAQs, and information on warranty service.
Appendix Index A Alarm 23 Answer a call 11 Area code 10 Audio boost 12 Auto Talk 20 B Base name 22 Battery charging 8 Battery installation 4 Handset name 19 Handset screen display icon 9 I Important safety instructions 42 Initiate an intercom during a call 17 Intercom 16 K Key beeps 21 Key tone 18 C L Caller ID 29 delete an entry 30 display screen messages 30 review/call 29 save to phonebook 30 Call intercept 35 Call screening 35 Character table 26 Charger installation 3 Language 19, 21 M Make a ca
Appendix R Redial delete 14 dial 13 save to phonebook 13 Remote access commands 38 Remote access operation 37 Reset VMWI 15 Ring delay 34 Ringer melody 18 Ringer tone 21 Ringer volume 18 S Security code 37 Security code for remote access 34 Speakerphone 12 T Telephone base installation 2 Telephone base layout 5, 6 Telephone base screen display icon 9 To answer an incoming call during intercom 16 Troubleshooting guide 40 V Voice mail 14 Volume control 12 W Warranty 48 51
Appendix +&1.#01"3!$A&10=1",0(# Radio frequency band DECT 6.0 (1910MHz to 1920MHz) Telephone base input voltage and current 6VDC 500mA Charger input voltage and current 6VAC 300mA B",,&'7!$A&10=1",0(#$! 2.
Appendix Remote access operation card The remote access card below lists the commands needed to operate your answering system remotely from any touch-tone telephone. Cut along dotted line Remote access operation card 1. Call your telephone number from a touch-tone telephone. 2. Enter your security code using the numeric keypad on the touch-tone telephone when your answering system takes your call and you hear your outgoing announcement. (Default is 123). Security code: 3.
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