GE TC28031 Series, 28011 manual Causes of Poor Reception, General Product Care, Battery Solutions

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Caller ID Error Message

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.

No Caller ID

In order to receive Caller ID information, you must subscribe to the standard name/number Caller ID service from your local telephone company.

Battery Solutions

If you experience any of the following problems, even after fully recharging the battery, you may need to replace the battery pack:

Short talk time

Poor sound quality

CHARGE/IN USE indicator on the base fails to illuminate.

Limited range

Causes of Poor Reception

Aluminum siding.

Foil backing on insulation.

Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals.

You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves, computers, etc.

Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.

Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house.

Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices.

Baby monitor is using the same frequency.

Handset battery is low.

General Product Care

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

Avoid dropping the handset, as well as other rough treatment to the phone.

Clean the phone 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.

Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and remote charger with a clean pencil eraser.

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Contents For use only with Notification to the Local Telephone Company Equipment Approval InformationRights of the Telephone Company Interference Information Hearing Aid Compatibility HACLicensing FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementTable of Contents Icture D ownload Ecording R inger T onesIntroduction Before You BeginTelephone Jack Requirements Make sure your package includes the items shown hereInstallation Important Installation GuidelinesUse caution when installing or modifying telephone lines Digital Security SystemHandset Layout Ringer buttonInstalling the Handset Battery Installing the PhoneExtra Charging Cradle Programming the Telephone RegistrationPhone Setting LanguageArea Code LanguageHandset Name DeregistrationHandset Name DeregistrationDefault Setting YES. The default is YESGlobal De-Registration On the displayDisplay Setting WallpaperColor Scheme WallpaperSound Setting Ringer VolumeFrom the Sound Setting menu Set ContrastAnswering System Remote Access Remote Access from Cordless HandsetRemote Access Security Code Key ToneRing to Answer New Message AlertScreening Calls from the Handset AnswererTelephone Operation Flash/Call Waiting Last Number RedialExit Paging from the Base/GroupRinger Volume Shortcut MuteHandset to Handset Paging IntercomDo Not Disturb DND Room MonitorAdvanced Intercom Features Intercom OperationHandset to Handset Intercom Call Receiving an Intercom CallTwo-Way Calling Using Intercom with External Telephone CallsThree-way Conferencing Caller ID CID Call TransferCall Waiting Caller ID Transferring Calls to Other HandsetsCID Error Codes Receiving CID RecordsStoring CID Records In CID Memory Reviewing CID RecordsStoring CID Records into Phone Book Long distance code 317-888 8888 +3-digit area codeDigit area code + 888-8888Phone Book Deleting a CID RecordDeleting All CID Records Adding Phone Book EntriesPress the Select button to enter the phone book Use the 6 or 5 button to scroll to ADD RecordDisplay shows Enter Number Number up to 20 digits, including pausesStoring the Last Number Dialed Reviewing Phone Book RecordsEditing a Phone Book Record Deleting a Phone Book RecordDialing a Phone Book Record DeletedOne-Time Software Installation Picture DownloadChain Dialing from Phone Book Download Your Own ImageRecording Ringer Tones Image DownloadingChoosing the Downloaded Image as Wallpaper Assigning the Downloaded Image to Phone Book RecordUse the 6 or 5 button to scroll to REC Ring Tone Record with Included Audio Cable or an Optional HeadsetPress the Select button to enter Record with the Handset Microphone MicrophonePress the Select button to enter the count- down display Or you may press the Select button any time to stopChanging the Battery Belt Clip and Optional HeadsetBattery Safety Precautions Display MessagesIndicates the battery needs to be charged Power has been interrupted. Move closerPrompt telling you to enter the name in one Prompt telling you to enter a telephone numberTroubleshooting Guide Handset Sound SignalsTelephone Solutions Caller ID Solutions Handset displays Handset Needs RegistrationBattery Solutions Caller ID Error MessageCauses of Poor Reception General Product CareService Accessory InformationHandset Charge Cradle 2702 Belt Clip 2703 Headset Black 2660Limited Warranty How state law relates to this warranty Limitation of WarrantyIf you purchased your product outside the USA Index Installation Thomson Inc