GE 27980 installation instructions Handset Layout, Hearing Aid Compatibility HAC, Licensing

Model 27980

2.4 GHz Cordless

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.

Handset Layout

NOTE: Alkaline (NEDA 1604A) batteries are recommended. Carbon-zinc (NEDA 1604) batteries may be used but memory holding time will be substantially reduced. Memory holding time for a fresh alkaline battery is approximately 3 months (if Wake System is not activated), which should take

you only see the local 7-digit number. Calls received from outside your local area code will display the full 10-digit number.

1.	Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button until AREA CODE - - -
	shows in the display.
2.	Use the handset number pad to enter your 3-digit area code. The

BedroomPhone™

User’s Guide

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.

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.

			CAUTION:
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	HEAD WITHIN THE	NOT REMOVE COVER (OR		TRIANGLE IS A
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	ALERTING YOU OF	REFER SERVICING TO		IMPORTANT
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display

CID/VOL

(buttons)

ringer switch

EXIT/TONE*

(button)

CHAN/DELETE

(channel/delete

button)

mem

(memory button)

FORMAT (button)

TALK/CALL BACK (button)

REDIAL (button)

PAUSE# (button)

FLASH/

CALL WAIT/ PROGRAM (button)

care of short, nuisance-type AC power failures. To preserve battery life, the phone should remain plugged into an AC electrical outlet. As the battery gets older, its voltage drops and memory may be lost. Be sure to replace the battery periodically. A backup battery is not included with this telephone.

NOTE: If battery is not installed:

a)All memory will be lost if the unit is unplugged for more than 60 seconds.

b)The clock will stop running during a power outage period but will start running when power resumes. The clock will blink to indicate that the time may not be correct.

IMPORTANT: If storing this unit for more than 30 days, remove the battery.

Base Setup

Real Time

NOTE: The telephone company sends the current time and date with the Caller ID (CID) information. If you don’t manually set the clock time, the unit automatically sets the time and date when the first call is received.

default setting is - - -.

NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the CHAN/DELETE button to erase the incorrect area code and repeat step 2.

3.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.

Ringer Tone

1.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button until RINGER TONE shows in the display.

2.Use the CID/VOL (3 or 4) button or the handset number pad (1-3) to enter your selection from Ringer Tone 1, 2, or 3. The default setting is RINGER TONE 1.

3.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.

Tone/Pulse

1.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button until 1 TONE 2 PULSE shows in the display.

2.Use the CID/VOL (3 or 4) button or the handset number pad to enter your selection. The default setting is 1 TONE.

3.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.

PRODUCT TO RAIN	SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
OR MOISTURE.

Base Layout

NOTE: Press the set button at any time to skip to the next set up step or press the off button to exit to the main menu.

Factory Default

This feature allows you to restore the handset’s original features.

1. Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button until DEFAULT shows

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

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

Make sure your package includes the following items:

charge

(indicator)

set (button)

alarm 1 (button)

alarm 2 (button)

off (button)

headphone

jack

display am/fm (button) (button)

page		snooze	new call
(button)		(button)	(indicator)
			radio
			channel
			tuning
			volume
			control
			auxiliary
			audio in
	audio		jack
sleep		radio presets
	on/off
(button)		(buttons)
	(button)

1.Press and release the set button until SET REAL TIME shows in the display.

2.Press and release the tune + or - buttons to set the time in 1 minute increments or press and hold to scroll quickly.

3.Press the set button to save. CLK: AUTO 4MANU shows in the display.

Clock Auto Update

If you have manually set the clock, the automatic clock update feature is disabled. To reset the unit so that the clock will be updated at the next incoming call;

1.Use the tune + or - buttons to select 4AUTO or 4MANU.

2.Press the set button to save and the unit returns to the main menu.

Display Backlight

use the display button to adjust the display brightness to desired setting; low, medium, or high.

	in the display.
2.	Use the CID/VOL (3 or 4) button to scroll to YES. The default
	setting is NO.
3.	Press FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM to confirm. You will hear a
	confirmation tone.

Alarm Setup

NOTE: Press the off button at any time to exit setup menu and leave settings unchanged.

Set Alarm Type

This Bedroom Phone is equipped with two alarms. The alarms can be set independently to either radio or buzzer.

1. Press and hold alarm 1 or alarm 2 button for two seconds. A tone

will sound and the current alarm status is displayed.

2. Press the button again to select the desired type of alarm (radio,

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.

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.

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:

•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.

	Thomson Inc.
Model 27980	10330 North Meridian Street
	Indianapolis, IN 46290
00006068 (Rev. 0 DOM E)	© 2006 Thomson Inc.
06-08	Trademark(s) ® Registered
Printed in China	Marca(s) ® Registrada(s)

Base	AM Loop	Handset
	antenna

Battery	Handset	AC power	Telephone line
compartment	battery	adaptor	cord
cover

Telephone Jack Requirements

To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type	Wall plate
modular telephone jack, which might look like
the one pictured here, installed in your home. If	Modular
you don’t have a modular jack, call your local	telephone
phone company to find out how to get one	line jack
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.

When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies its security code. After a power outage or battery replacement, you should place the handset in the base for about 20 seconds to reset the code.

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 oven, or VCR.

If such interference continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these appliances. Certain other communications devices may also use the 2.4 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 2.4 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.

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-metal Hydride battery model 5-2705 listed in the user’s guide.

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: It is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires) to the jack inside the compartment. To ensure proper battery installation, the connector is keyed and can be inserted only one way.

4. Insert the battery pack.

battery

pack

red wire

PRESS DOWN
FIRMLY	black wire

5.Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place.

6.Place the handset in the charging cradle.

Connecting the Telephone Line

Choose the best location to install your telephone. Your telephone should be placed on a level surface, such as a desk or table top.

1.Plug one end of the straight telephone line cord into the PHONE LINE jack on the base.

2.Plug the other end into a wall jack.

3.Set the RINGER switch on the handset to ON and place the handset in the cradle on the base.

NOTE: The charge indicator (on the base) turns on when the handset is on the cradle, to signal the battery is charging.

Connecting the Electrical Power

1.Plug one end of the power adaptor cord into the back of the base.

2.Plug the other end into an electrical outlet.

CAUTION: Use only the 5-2608 power adaptor that came with this unit. Using other power adaptors may damage the unit.

Battery Backup

This telephone is equipped with a memory holding system powered by a customer-installed 9-volt alkaline battery (not included).

When electrical power is interrupted, or the electrical line is unplugged, the battery operates the clock to retain the time of day and alarm settings in memory. When the unit is running on battery power, the digital display does not light up; however, if wake time occurs during the power interruption, the alarm buzzer sounds (regardless of the type of alarm tone selected) if remaining battery power is adequate. Normal operation resumes after electrical power is restored.

To install the backup battery:

1.	Remove the battery compartment cover located on the bottom of
	the base.	Battery clip	-	+
2.	Connect a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery (not
			-
	included). Interlock the large and small			+
	contacts on the battery clip and the battery.	Battery
	Once connected, place the battery inside the

battery compartment.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover.

NOTE: The unit must be connected to an electrical outlet to adjust display brightness.

Radio Operation

1.Press and release the audio on/off button to turn the radio on.

2.Press the am/fm button to the select the desired broadcast band.

3.Press the tune + or - button to select a radio station / frequency.

4.Press the volume control to adjust the listening level.

5.To turn the radio off, press and release audio on/off.

Note: You can also turn on the radio after lifting up the handset by pressing the audio on/off button.

Programming Preset Channels

1.Repeat steps 2 and 3 above.

2.Press and hold a preset channel button (1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) until you hear a beep. The station’s frequency shows in the display and is stored on that channel. The default channel is FM 100.9MHZ / AM 520.

3.If desired, repeat step 1 and 2 until all preset channels are programmed.

Built-in AFC

The built-in Automatic Frequency Control (AFC) works only on FM mode. It helps keep the radio locked onto the FM stations/frequencies.

FM stereo is a built-in function.

AM Antenna

If you want to listen to an AM frequency radio channel, you may need to connect the AM loop antenna to the jack on the back of the unit.

FM Antenna

The power cord acts as your FM antenna. The power cord picks up moderate to strong signals and eliminates the need for an external antenna in most strong signal areas. Be sure the power cord is stretched to its longest length. Do not coil or bunch the cord together. Changing position of the power cord may improve reception.

Headphone Output

If the headphone jack is inserted into the headphone output jack on the base unit, the speaker output will be automatically switched to the headphone terminal.

Auxiliary Audio-In Jack

When the audio on/off button is turned on and an auxiliary audio-in jack is inserted from an external audio source, the unit automatically switches from broadcast to the external source and AUXILIARY AUDIO shows on the display.

When the auxiliary audio-in jack is removed from the unit, the unit will automatically switch off and return to stand-by mode.

Handset Setup

Programmable Menus

There are five programmable menus available: Language, Local Area Code, Ringer Tone, Tone/Pulse and Factory Default. When you program these settings, make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). Pressing the EXIT/TONE* button will remove you from the menu selection process without changing the feature you are in.

Display Language

1.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button until 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display.

2.Use the CID/VOL (3 or 4) button or the handset number pad to select 1 (English), 2 (French), or 3 (Spanish). The default setting is

1ENG.

3.Press the FLASH/CALL WAIT/PROGRAM button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.

Local Area Code

If you enter your local 3-digit area code in the area code menu, your local area code does not display on the Caller ID (CID) list. Instead,

buzzer or alarm off). The corresponding icon shows in the display. A

music note indicates that the alarm is set to radio, a bell indicates

that the alarm is set to buzzer.

3. Press the set button to confirm, SET ALARM TIME shows in display.

Refer to step 3 of the Set Alarm Time section for further instructions.

- OR -

If no action is taken, unit will exit menu and return to stand-by mode.

Set Alarm Time

1.Press and hold the alarm 1 or alarm 2 button for two seconds.

2.Press the set button.

3.Use the tune + or - button to set the wake time. Press and hold to quickly increase or decrease the increments.

4.Press the set button to confirm, ALARM LENGTH shows in display. Refer to step 3 of the Set Alarm Time section for further instructions.

-OR -

If no action is taken, unit will exit menu and return to stand-by mode.

Set Alarm Length

1.Press and hold the alarm 1 or alarm 2 button for two seconds.

2.Press the set button twice.

3.Press the tune + or - button to set the length time. Alarm length can be set from 15 minutes to 2 hours.

2.Press set to confirm. The display shows ALARM 1 (or 2), or if in Radio Alarm mode the most recently tuned channel. Refer to step 3 of the Set Radio Alarm Preset Channel section for further instructions.

- OR -

If no action is taken, unit will exit menu and return to stand-by mode.

Set Radio Alarm Preset Channel

1.Press and hold the alarm 1 or alarm 2 button for two seconds.

2.Press the set button three times.

3.Press the tune + or - button to scroll through the preset

(1-5) channels to select a channel for the alarm. The frequency shows on the display. If no radio preset button is pressed, the channel for the alarm will be the most recent tuned channel.

4.Press the set button to confirm. ALARM 1 (or 2) VOL = XX shows on the display, XX is the most recent selected volume level. Refer to step 3 of the Set Alarm Volume section for further instructions.

-OR -

If no action is taken, unit will exit menu and return to stand-by mode.

Set Alarm Volume

1.Press and hold the alarm 1 or alarm 2 button for two seconds.

2.Press the set button four times.

3.Press volume up or down button to select desired volume level.

4.Press the set button to confirm and unit will return to idle model.

Turning Off the Alarms

After the wake mode is activated, to turn off the alarm, press the off, alarm 1, or alarm 2 buttons. The alarm setting is retained and comes on the next day.

Setting the Snooze Timer

1.Press and release the set button.

2.Press and release the snooze button. SNOOZE TIMER shows in the display.

3.Press and release the tune + or - button to set the snooze time in 1 minute increments or press and hold to scroll quickly. (The default is 9 minutes.)

4.Press the set button to confirm.

Snooze Timer

After the wake mode is activated, you can silence it by pressing the snooze button. You may use the snooze feature repeatedly.

NOTE: The alarm icon will blink while snooze mode is active.