GE 26938 Memory, Changing the Battery, Battery Safety Precautions, General Product Care, Service

MEMORY

Store up to ten 24-digit numbers in memory for quick dialing. This memory feature is in addition to the 40 Caller ID records that can be stored in the Caller ID memory log.

STORING A NAME AND NUMBER IN MEMORY

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

2.Press the memory button.

3.Press the desired memory location (0 through 9).

4.Press the memory button again. The display shows

ENTER NAME.

NOTE: If you don't want to enter the name, skip step 5.

5.For example, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the two key twice for the letter B, press the four key three times for the letter I, and press the five key three times for the letter L. After one second, press the five key three times again for the second letter L and press the one key to insert a space between the letter L and S. Press the seven key four times for the letter S, press the six key once for the letter M, press the four key three times for the letter I, press the eight key once for the letterT, and press the four key twice for the letter H.

NOTE: If you enter a wrong letter, press channel/ delete button to backspace.

6.Press the memory button to save the name. The display shows ENTER TEL NUMBR.

7.Use the number keypad to enter the telephone number you want to store (up to 24 digits).

8.Press memory again to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.

CHANGING A STORED NUMBER

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

2.Press the memory button and REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.

3.Press *tone/cancel to exit, or press the memory 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 memory button to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.

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

2.Press memory button.

3.Use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/VOL (+) arrow button 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

When storing information in memory, press the # pause button twice within one second 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 “P. “ Each pause counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.

REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED NUMBERS

1.Press memory, then use the CID/VOL (-) arrow or CID/ VOL (+) arrow button to view the entry.

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

3.Press channel/delete again to delete the entry. DELETED shows in the display.

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

1.	Make sure the phone is ON.
2.	Press memory and then press 7.
3.	When you hear the access tone, press memory again
	and then press 8.

CONNECTING THE BELT CLIP

There are two slots, one
on each side of the	Slot for	Slot for
handset.
	belt clip	belt clip

•Attach the belt clip by inserting the sides of the belt clip into the slots. 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 in the handset battery compartment

and remove the battery pack.

3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into 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 5-2461.

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 User’s Guide.

•Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

•Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.

NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your ATLINKS USA product indicates that we are 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 your local recycling center.

GENERAL PRODUCT CARE

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

DISPLAY MESSAGES

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

INCOMPLETE DATA	Caller information has been
	interrupted during transmission or
	the phone line is excessively noisy.
ENTER NAME	Prompt telling you to enter the
	name for one of the 10 memory
	locations.
ENTER TEL NUMBR	Prompt telling you to enter the
	telephone number for one of the
	10 memory locations.
DELETE?	Prompt asking if you want to erase
	Caller ID records or one of the 10
	numbers stored in the phone’s
	outgoing memory.
DELETE ALL?	Prompt asking if you want to erase
	all Caller ID records.
DELETED	Prompt confirming the Caller ID /
	Memory record is erased.
END OF LIST	Indicates that there is no
	additional information in Caller ID
	memory.
NEW	Indicates call or calls have not
	been reviewed.
UNKNOWN NAME/	The incoming call is from
CALLER/NUMBER	an area not serviced by Caller ID
	or the information was not sent.
PAGING	Someone has pressed the page
	button on the base.
BLOCKED CALL	The person is calling from a
	number that has been blocked
	from transmission.
BLOCKED NAME	The person’s name is 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.
EMPTY	Indicates a memory location is
	vacant.
NO CALLS	Indicates no CID records have
	been stored.
MESSAGE WAITING	Indicates a message is available.

HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS

Signal	Meaning
A long warbling tone	Signals an incoming call
(with ringer on)
Two long beeps	ConfirmationTone

TELEPHONE

Problem	Solution
No dial tone	• Check installation:
	— Is the base power cord connected to
	a working outlet?
	— Is the telephone line cord connected
	to the base unit and the wall jack?
	• Disconnect the base from the wall
	jack and connect another phone to
	the same jack. If there is no dial tone
	in the second phone, the problem
	might be your wiring or local service.
	• Is the handset out of range of the base?
	• Make sure the battery is properly
	charged (12 hours).
	• Is the battery pack installed correctly?
	• Did the handset beep when you
	pressed theTALK/callback button? Did
	the display indicator turn 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
not ring	on the handset is turned to ON.
	• You may have too many extension
	phones on your line.Try unplugging
	some phones.
	• See solutions for “No dial tone.”
You experience	• Change channels
static, noise, or	• Is handset out of range?
fading in and out	Move closer to the base.
	• Does the base need to be relocated?
	• Charge battery.
	• Make sure base is not plugged into
	an outlet with another household
	appliance.
Unit beeps	• Place handset in base for 20 seconds to
	reset the security code. If that doesn’t
	work, charge battery for 12 hours.
	• Clean charging contacts on handset
	and base with a soft cloth, or an eraser.
	• See solutions for “No dial tone.”
	• Replace battery.
Memory Dialing	• Did you program the memory
	location keys correctly?
	• Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
	• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is
	programmed correctly.
	• Did you reprogram numbers into
	memory after 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 user’s 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.

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.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

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 product’s warranty period.

How you get service:

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

•”Proof 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.” 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.

•REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDERTHIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. ATLINKS USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OFTHIS 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 TOTHE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITEDTO 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.

ACCESSORY ORDER FORM

DESCRIPTION	MODEL NO.		PRICE*	QTY.	TOTAL
	black	white
Belt clip	5-2557	5-2556	$10.85
Headset	5-2425	5-2444	$36.35
Replacement battery	5-2461	5-2461	$9.95
Power supply	5-2559	5-2558	$24.95

To order, call 1-800-338-0376(for accessories only) or

complete this order form.

For credit card purchases

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.

My card expires:

To replace an old redial number stored in a memory locations with a new redial number:

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

2.Press the memory button and REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.

3.Press *tone/cancel to exit, or press the memory button again and the new redial number replaces the old redial number in that memory location. You will hear a confirmation tone.

DIALING A STORED NUMBER

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

TIP: Wait for the access tones between pressing the

memory button, or your call might not go through.

HEADSET AND BELT CLIP

OPERATION

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET

TO THE HANDSET

•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

One short and one long beep Page signal
One short beep	Low battery warning
every seven seconds
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
CALLER ID
Problem	Solution
No Display	• Is battery fully charged?Try replacing
	the battery. Make sure the battery is
	properly installed and connected.
	• If you are using AC power, make sure
	that the unit is connected to a non-

Or refer inquiries to:

ATLINKS USA, Inc.

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 _________________________________________

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

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s 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.

____________________________________________________________________

Authorized Signature

*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Total Merchandise	$_______________
Sales Tax	$_______________

We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Duties will apply for shipments to Canada.

Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD or Cash. All accessories are subject to availability. Where

applicable, we will ship a superseding model.

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

2.Press memory button.

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

-OR -

For hands free conversation, connect the headset (optional) to the HEADSET jack as shown. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is connected.

Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and over your ear.

Move the microphone to approximately 2 to 3 inches from your mouth.

•Press the TALK button to answer or place a call before using the headset.

Headset jack

Headset plug

•Aluminum siding.

•Foil backing on insulation.

•Heating ducts and other metal construction 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 an AC outlet with other electronic devices.

•Baby monitor is using the same frequency.

•Handset battery is low.

•You’re out of range of the base.

	switched electrical outlet. Disconnect the
	unit from the plug and plug it in again.
	• Did you order Caller ID service from
	your local telephone company?
Caller ID Error	• The unit displays this
Message	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.
In use/charge	• Provided your phone company offers
indicator on the	voice messaging service and you
base flashes	subscribe to it, the in use/charge
	indicator on the base flashes when the
	phone is not in use to indicate there is
	a message waiting. It stops flashing

after the message has been reviewed.

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.

• 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 OFTHIS WARRANTY.

	.......................................Shipping/Handling		$5.00
	Total Amount Enclosed	$_______________
✂.	Mail order form and money order or check (in U.S. currency)
	made payable toThomson multimedia Inc. to:
LINE	Thomson multimedia Inc.
DOTTED	Mail Order Department
	P.O. Box 8419
ALONG	Ronks, PA 17573-8419
	Name_______________________________________________________
CUT	Address_____________________________________ Apt.____________
CUSTOMER:	City ________________________State________ ZIP_________________
	Daytime Phone Number (	)_______________________________

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