GE 27938 Headset and Belt Clip Operation, Battery Safety Precautions, General Product Care, Form

CHANGING A STORED NUMBER

1.Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.

2.Press the mem button, and "REPLACE MEMO? " shows in the display.

3.Press the mem button to store the number. You will hear a confirmation tone.

STORING A REDIAL NUMBER

1.Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.

2.Press the redial button.

3.Press the mem button to store the number. You will hear a confirmation tone.

To Replace an Old Memory with a New Redial Number:

1.Make sure the phone is ON.

2.Press mem and then press 7.

3.When you hear the access tone, press mem and then press 8.

4.At the next access tone, press mem and then 9.

TIP: Wait for the access tones before pressing the next mem button, or your call might not go through.

HEADSET AND BELT CLIP OPERATION

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET TO THE HANDSET

BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

¥Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.

¥To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the UserÕs Guide.

¥Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

¥Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.

GENERAL PRODUCT CARE

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

HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS

Signal	Meaning
A long warbling tone	Signals an incoming call
(with ringer on)
Three short beeps	Page signal
(several times)
One beep every 7 seconds	Low battery warning

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

You experience	¥ Change channels
static, noise, or	¥ The handset maybe out of range. Move closer to the base.
fading in and out	¥ Relocate the base.
	¥ Charge the battery.
	¥ Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical outlet with
	another household appliance.
Unit beeps	¥ Place handset in base cradle for 20 seconds to reset the security
	code. If that doesnÕt work, charge the battery for 12 hours.
	¥ Clean the charging contacts on the handset and base with a
	soft cloth or an eraser.
	¥ See solutions for ÒNo dial tone.Ó
	¥ Replace the battery.

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 productÕs warranty period.

How you get service:

ACCESSORY ORDER		FORM
	DESCRIPTION	MODEL NO.		PRICE*	QTY.	TOTAL
		black	white
	Belt clip	5-2560	5-2560	$10.85
	Headset	5-2425	5-2444	$36.35
	AC Power supply	5-2527	5-2526	$15.50
	Replacement battery	5-2459		$14.95
To order, call 1-800-338-0376(for accessories only) or complete this order form.
	For credit card purchases

1.Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.

2.Press the redial button.

3.Press the mem button, and "REPLACE MEMO?" shows in the display.

4.Press the mem button to replace the old memory with the new redial number. You will hear a confirmation tone.

DIALING A STORED NUMBER

1.Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK/CALLBACK button.

2.Press the mem button.

3.Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location. The number dials automatically.

- OR -

The handset can be used with an optional headset for hands free operation.

1.Connect the headset to the HEADSET jack on the side of the handset The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is connected.

2.Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and over your ear. Move the microphone to approximately two to three inches from your mouth.

3.Press the talk/callback button to answer a call or make calls using the headset.

4.To return to normal operation, unplug the headset from the jack.

Headset jack

cid/vol

TALK

CALL BACK

delete
redial		format
1	2 ABC	3 DEF
4 GHI	5 JKL	6 MNO
7PQRS	8 TUV	9 WXYZ
cancel
*TONE	0OPER	# PAUSE
delete	mem	program
chan		flash
	ringer
off	on

Headset plug

Slot for belt clip

¥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.

CAUSES OF POOR RECEPTION

¥	Aluminum siding.
¥	Foil backing on insulation.
¥	Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield radio signals.

CALLER ID

Problem	Solution
No Display	¥ Is battery fully charged? Charge the battery for 12 hours or
	replace the battery. Make sure the battery is properly installed
	and connected.
	¥ If you are using AC (electrical) power, make sure that the unit is
	connected to a non-switched electrical outlet. Disconnect the
	unit from the plug and plug it in again.
	¥ Are you subscribed to Caller ID service from your local
	telephone company?
Caller ID incomplete	¥ The unit displays this message if it detects anything other
data message	than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after
	the first ring.This message indicates the presence of noise on

Memory Dialing	¥ Did you program the memory location keys correctly?
	¥ Did you follow the proper dialing sequence?
	¥ Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed correctly.
	¥ Did you reprogram numbers into memory after a power
	outage or battery replacement?

SERVICE

This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized service agents. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ATLINKS USA, Inc. could void the userÕs 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:

ATLINKS USA, Inc.

¥Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.

¥ÓProof 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.Ó 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:

ATLINKS USA, Inc.

c/o Thomson multimedia 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. ATLINKS accepts no liability in case of
	damage or loss.

Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your signature are necessary to

process all charge card orders.

Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.

My card expires:

Copy your complete account number from your

Master Card or Discover.

Copy the number above your

name on the Master Card.

1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode).

2.Press mem button.

3.Use the cid/vol (+ or -) buttons to scroll through the numbers stored in memory until the desired number is shown.

4.Press TALK/CALLBACK. The numbers dial automatically.

IMPORTANT: If you make test calls to emergency numbers stored in memory, remain on the line and briefly explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher. Also, it’s a good idea to make these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.

INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE

Press the # PAUSE button to insert a delay in the dialing sequence of a stored telephone number when a pause is needed to wait for a dial tone (for example after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer access tone). PAUSE shows on the display as a ÒP. Ò Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.

REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED NUMBERS

1.Press mem, then use the cid/vol (+ or -) buttons to view the entry. Or use the touch tone pad on your handset to enter the memory location.

2.While the entry is displayed, press chan/delete to delete the entry. The display shows DELETE?

3.Press chan/delete a second time to delete the entry. The display shows DELETED. You will hear a confirmation tone.

CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY

Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers such as using a calling card for a frequently called long distance number. Basically, you dial each part of the sequence from memory. The following example shows how you can use chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service:

The Number For	Memory Location
Long distance access number		7
Authorization code		8
Frequently called long distance number		9

CONNECTING THE BELT CLIP

To attach the belt clip, insert the sides of the belt clip into the slots on each side of the handset. Snap the ends of the belt clip into place.

CHANGING THE BATTERY

Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.

1.Remove the battery compartment door.

2.Disconnect the battery plug from the jack inside the battery compartment and remove the battery pack from the handset.

3.Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord to the jack inside the handset.

4.Put the battery compartment door back on.

5.Place handset in the base to charge.

Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the instruction book.

			RBRC	NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your
				ATLINKS USA, Inc. product indicates that we are
			C
R	B	R		participating in a program to collect and recycle Nickel
				Cadmium batteries throughout the United States.
				Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information or contact
			Ni-Cd	your local recycling center.

¥	YouÕre 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 an AC outlet with other electronic devices.
¥	Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
¥	Handset battery is low.
¥	YouÕre out of range of the base.

DISPLAY MESSAGES

The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit.

INCOMPLETE	Caller information has been interrupted during transmission or
DATA	the phone is excessively noisy.
ENTER NAME	Prompt telling you to enter a name for one of the 10 memory
	locations.
ENTER TEL	Prompt telling you to enter the telephone number for one of the
NUMBER	10 memory locations.
DELETE ALL?	Prompt asking if you want to erase all Caller ID records.

DELETE CALL ID? Prompt asking if you want to erase the current Caller ID record that is shown on the display.

DELETE? Prompt asking if you want to erase one of the 10 numbers stored in the phone's outgoing memory.

END OF LIST Indicates there is no additional information in the Caller ID memory log.

NEW Indicates call or calls have not been reviewed.

UNKNOWN The incoming call is from an area not serviced by Caller ID or the information was not sent.

PAGING Someone has pressed the PAGE button on the base.

BLOCKED NUMBER The person is calling from a number that has been blocked from transmission.

REPT	Repeat call message. Indicates that a new call from the same
	number was received more than once.
NO DATA	No Caller ID information was received.
MESSAGE	Indicates a message is available.
WAITING
DELETED	Prompt indicating the Caller ID/Memory record is erased.

	the line.
TELEPHONE
Problem	Solution
No dial tone	¥ Check installation:
	Ñ Is the base power cord connected to a working
	electrical outlet?
	Ñ Is the telephone line cord connected to the base unit and the
	wall phone jack?
	¥ Disconnect the base from the wall phone jack and connect
	another phone to the same jack. If there is no dial tone on
	the second phone, the problem might be your wiring or
	local service.
	¥ The handset might be out of range of the base. Move closer to
	the base.
	¥ Make sure the battery is properly charged (for 12 hours).
	¥ Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly.
	¥ Did the handset beep when you pressed the talk/callback
	button? Did the in use indicator come on?The battery may
	need to be charged.
Dial tone is OK, but	¥ Make sure the tone/pulse
can't dial out	setting is programmed correctly.
Handset does	¥ Make sure the RINGER switch on the handset is turned to ON.
not ring	¥ You may have too many extension phones on your line.Try
	unplugging some phones.
	¥ See solutions for ÒNo dial tone.Ó
Charge/In Use	¥ Provided your phone company offers voice messaging service
Indicator on the	and you subscribe to it, the charge/in use indicator on the base
base flashes	flashes when the phone is not in use to indicate there is a
	message waiting. It stops flashing after the message has
	been reviewed.
Phone dials in pulse	¥ Make sure the PHONE is inTONE dialing mode.
with tone service
Phone wonÕt dial out	¥ Make sure the PHONE is in PULSE dialing mode.
with pulse service

Manager, Consumer Relations

P O 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 ________________________________________________

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 ÒreceivingÓ 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, ÒHow To Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.Ó 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.

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

What your warranty does not cover:

¥Customer instruction. (Your OwnerÕs 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 ATLINKS USA, 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. ATLINKS USA, 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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