Model 25952 Series
5.8GHz Cordless Handset Speakerphone Answering System User’s Guide
Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 4 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 25902 handset with charge cradle)
Important Information
NOTICE: This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe systems, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
Interference Information
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may interfere with residential radio and television reception if not properly installed and used in accordance with instructions contained in this manual. Reasonable protection against such interference is ensured, although there is no guarantee this will not occur in a given installation. If interference is suspected and verified by switching this equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient the radio/television receiver’s antenna, relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment and receiver into separate circuit outlets. The user may also wish to consult a qualified radio/television technician for additional suggestions. This equipment has been fully tested and complies with all
limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15 FCC Rules and Regulations.
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| Thomson Digital Technologies Ltd. |
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| 30 Eglinton Ave W., Suite 304 |
Model 25952 | Mississauga, ON Canada L5R 3E7 | |
00017256 (Rev. 1 Can E/F) | © 2007 Thomson Digital Technologies Ltd. | |
| Trademark(s) ® Registered | |
Printed in China | Marque(s) ® déposée(s) | |
Telephone Network Information
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company, where practicable, may 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.
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. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company will likely give you adequate notice to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
Notice must be given to the telephone company upon termination of your telephone from your line.
REN Number
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to 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.
REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom.
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
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the belt clip supplied with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
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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 (for 25952xx1 model)
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
Base | Handset | AC power |
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Wall mount | Telephone | Belt | Battery |
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bracket | line cord | clip | cover |
For Model 25952xx2 there will be ONE additional handset, charge cradle, belt clip, battery pack and cover than shown above.
For Model 25952xx3 there will be TWO additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clips, battery packs and covers than shown above.
For Model 25952xx4 there will be THREE additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clips, battery packs and covers than shown above.
Telephone Jack Requirements
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular | Wall plate |
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get one installed. | line jack |
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.
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 ovens, or VCR. If such interference continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these appliances.
Certain other communications devices may also use the
5.8GHz / 900 MHz 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 5.8 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks,
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
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Handset Layout
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TALK/CALL BACK | SPEAKER | |
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VOLUME (6) | VOLUME (5) | |
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redial | (memory | |
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format/trans | chan/delete | |
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button) | play stop | |
repeat | (button) | |
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(button) | #PAUSE/ringer | |
*EXIT/tone | (button) | |
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mute/menu | flash/answerer/ | |
(button) | call waiting (button) |
Base Layout
Rings To | day/check | hour | min | 8 skip | |
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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
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. PLEASE REGISTER shows in the display.
NOTE: To ensure proper battery installation, the connector is keyed and can be inserted only one way.
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4.Insert the battery pack.
5.Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place.
Base Station
1.Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack (RJ11C), and place your cordless telephone on a level surface, such as a desktop or tabletop, or you may mount it on the wall.
2.Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack at the back of the base and the other end into a modular jack.
3.Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the jack at the back of the base.
4.Place the handset in the base cradle. The charge/in use indicator turns on, verifying the battery is charging. The unit will take 20 seconds to register and verify its security code. READY shows in the display.
NOTE: In case of a power failure, the handsets may display UNAVAILABLE when the TALK/CALL BACK button is pressed. You must then place all handsets on the main base cradle for 20 seconds to
5.Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first use. If you don’t properly charge the phone, battery performance is compromised.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of personal injury, fire, or damage use only the
Wall Mounting
1.Turn the base over.
2.Attach the wall mounting pedestal by first inserting the tabs on the open edge of the pedestal into the slots on the lower portion of the bottom of the base. Then push down and snap the pedestal into place.
3.Slip the mounting holes (on the back of the base) over the wall plate posts, and slide the unit down into place. (Wall plate not included.)
NOTE : If desired, gather the extra telephone line and power adaptor cord and store inside the wall mounting pedestal.
Answering System Setup
This section shows you how to set up your answering system to receive incoming calls. Before you begin the set up process, you must turn on the answering system.
•Press the ans on/off button to turn the answering system on and off. The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering system is on. The indicator blinks when you have new messages.
NOTE: The answering system displays “-
Setting the Voice Prompt Language
The default voice prompt language is English.
To change the answering system’s voice prompt language, press and hold the skip button for two seconds. The unit announces “SELECCIONADO ESPANOL” (Spanish selected).
NOTE: To change to English, press and hold the skip button again for 2 seconds. The unit announces “ENGLISH IS SELECTED”.
NOTE: In remote access mode, the system follows the selected language. The voice prompt language cannot be switched remotely.
Voice Time/Day Stamp
1.Make sure the answering system is ON.
2.Press and hold the day/check button on the base to set the day of the week.
3.Press and hold the hour button on the base to set the hour (a.m. or p.m.). Example: 12AM, 1AM, or 12PM, 1PM.
4.Press and hold the min button on the base to set the minute. The time advances in
Speaker Volume
Use the speaker volume
Recording the Outgoing Announcement
For best results when recording, you should be about nine inches from the microphone, and eliminate as much background noise as possible.
1.Make sure the answering system is ON.
2.Press and hold the announce button on the base.
3.Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
4.Release the button when you finish your announcement.
NOTE: If you choose not to record an outgoing announcement, a default announcement plays instead. To return to the default announcement after you have recorded your own outgoing announcement, press the announce button and release it when you hear the beep.
Sample Outgoing Announcement
“Hi, this is (use your name here), I can’t answer the phone right now, so please leave your name, number and a brief message after the tone, and I’ll get back to you. Thanks.”
Reviewing the Announcement
Press and release the announce button to review your outgoing announcement.
Rings to Answer
Use the RINGS TO ANSWER switch on the back of the base to set the number of times you want the phone to ring before the answering system answers the call. You may choose 3 rings, 5 rings, or TOLL SAVER (TS).
NOTE: If you select Toll Saver (TS) the unit answers after the 3rd ring if there ARE new messages, OR the unit answers after the 5th ring if there ARE NO new messages.
Handset Setup
There are nine programmable menus available: Language, Handset Name, Area Code, Ringer ON/OFF, Ringer Tone, VIP Ring Tone, Tone/Pulse, Transfer and Default Setting.
During programming, you may press the mute/menu button at any time to go to the next option. Pressing mute/menu button takes you through the menu choices. When changes have been made to selected menu item, pressing the mute/menu button saves the changes and Confirmation Tone sounds. To exit the menu and keep the previous setting and return to the standby mode, press the *EXIT/tone button.
Display Language
1.Press the mute/menu button until 41ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display. 1ENG is the default. (ENG stands for English. FRA stands for French. ESP stands for Spanish.)
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press mute/menu again to save.
Handset Name
1.Press the mute/menu button until ENTER NAME shows in the display.
2.Use the
NOTE: If you make a mistake, use the chan/delete button to backspace and delete one character at a time.
3. Press mute/menu again to save.
NOTE: If no name is entered, READY shows in the display.
Local Area Code
This program setup allow you to setup how the incoming caller ID show on the display.
1.Press the mute/menu button until AREA CODE - - - shows in the display. “- -
2.Use the
3.Press mute/menu again to save.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the chan/delete button to erase a wrong number.
Ringer ON/OFF
1.Press the mute/menu button until RINGER 41 ON shows in the display. 1ON is the default.
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press mute/menu to save.
NOTE: If you turn the ringer off, RINGER OFF shows on the display.
Ringer Tone
You can choose from 10 ringtones.
1.Press the mute/menu button until RINGER TONE 401 shows in the display. 01 is the default.
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press mute/menu to save.
VIP Ring Tone
This feature allows you to assign a specific ring tone to a number stored in Memory. It is recommended that you store a Caller ID record into Memory for this purpose.
1.Press the mute/menu button until VIP RING TONE shows in the display.
2.Press the desired memory location (0 through 9). If there is a number stored in the selected memory location, VIP RT 4DEFAULT shows in the display.
3.Press CALLER
4.Press mute/menu to save.
NOTE: Delete the memory record will also delete the VIP ring tone.
Tone/Pulse
1. Press the mute/menu button until 41 TONE 2 PULSE shows in the display. 1 TONE is the default.
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press mute/menu to save.
Transfer ON/OFF
In order to use the Call Transfer feature (applicable ONLY with additional handsets), you must have the Transfer ON/OFF set to ON through the menu of the transferring handset.
1.Press the mute/menu button until TRANSFER 41OFF shows in the display.
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press mute/menu again to save.
Default Setting
You may return handset settings to the factory default setup using this menu.
1.Press the mute/menu button until DEFAULT 4NO shows in the display. NO is the default.
2.Use the CALLER
NOTE: If you choose YES, all settings in the programmable menu return to the factory defaults.
3. Press mute/menu to save.
Cordless Phone Basics
Charge/In Use Indicator
The phone is ON when the charge/in use indicator on the base is lit. The handset visual ringer and base indicator flash when you receive a call.
Answering a Call
1.When the phone rings, pick up the handset and press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button.
2.When finished, press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button again or place the handset on the base cradle to hang up.
Making a Call
1.Pick up the handset and press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button. Wait for the dial tone. The call timer starts counting minutes and seconds in the display.
2.Dial a telephone number.
3.When finished, press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button again or place the handset on the base cradle to hang up.
NOTE: In case of power failure, the handset may display UNAVAILABLE when the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button is pressed. You must then place the handset on the main base for 20 seconds to reset the unit.
Pre-dialing
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2.Dial a telephone number (the number you dial shows in the display).
NOTE: If you make a mistake dialing the number, use the chan/delete button to backspace and erase the wrong number, and enter the correct number.
3.Press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button on that handset. The number automatically dials and the call timer starts counting the minutes and seconds in the display.
4.When finished, press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button again to hang up.
NOTE : You may enter up to 32
Redial
While the phone is ON (in TALK or SPEAKERPHONE mode), press the redial button to redial the last number you dialed (up to 32 digits).
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While the phone is OFF (in standby mode), press the redial button and then the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button to redial the last number.
Flash
Use the flash/answerer/call waiting button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting, which are available through your local phone company.
TIP: Do not use the TALK/CALL BACK button to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or you’ll hang up the phone.
Channel Button
While talking on the phone, it may be necessary for you to manually change the channel to improve reception and reduce noise or static on the line. Press and release the chan/delete button to move to the next clear channel.
Exit
Press the *EXIT/tone button to cancel any command you initiated.
Page
This feature assists in locating a misplaced handset.
Press the page button on the base. The handset beeps continuously for about 2 minutes until you press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button on the handset or the page button on the base.
NOTE: You may still page the handset when the ringer is off.
Do Not Disturb
This feature allows you to turn off handset ringers for all handsets registered with the base unit. The answerer speaker will be silenced when the unit is receiving incoming messages.
Press the do not disturb button on the base. Handset will display DO NOT DISTURB.
NOTE: If DO NOT DISTURB is activated during an incoming ring, it will only be effective from the next incoming call.
Ringer on/off Shortcut
Apart from the setting in the main menu, there is a shortcut to set the ringer. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
1.Press the #PAUSE/ringer button to go to the RINGER on/off menu. RINGER 41 ON shows in the display. 1ON is the default.
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press the #PAUSE/ringer button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Volume
When the phone is ON (in TALK or SPEAKERPHONE mode) press the CALLER
NOTE: The phone will automatically reset VOL 5 to VOL 4 after you hang up.
Mute
Use mute during a phone conversation to speak privately and
1.Press the mute/menu button. MUTE shows in the display. The party on the telephone will not hear you.
2.Press the mute/menu button when finished.
Switching between the Speakerphone and Handset
1.If you are using the handset earpiece and want to switch to the speakerphone, press the SPEAKER button, you can then press SPEAKER button again to end conversation.
2.If you are using the speakerphone and want to switch to the handset earpiece, press the TALK/CALL BACK button, you can then press the TALK/ CALL BACK button again to end conversation.
Temporary Tone
This feature is useful only if you have pulse (rotary) service. Temporary Tone Dialing enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touch tone services offered by banks, credit card companies, etc. For example, when you call your bank you may need to enter your bank account number. Temporarily switching to touch tone mode allows you to send your number.
1.Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to connect.
2.When your call is answered, press the *EXIT/tone button on the handset to temporarily change from pulse dialing to tone dialing.
3.Follow the automated instructions to get the information you need.
4.Hang up the handset and the phone automatically returns to pulse (rotary) dialing mode.
Call Transfer (applicable only with additional handsets)
During an external call, you may transfer the external call to another handset.
NOTE: The transfer feature MUST be set to ON, this can be done through each handset’s setup menu function, Transfer ON/OFF.
1.Press the format/trans button on the originating handset. TRANSFERRING shows in the display. All registered handsets will be paged.
2.Press the format/trans button or TALK/CALL BACK on receiving handset to answer call.
NOTE: To cancel the call transfer, you may press *EXIT/ tone button or the format/trans button on the originating handset.
NOTE: If there is no answer within 2 minutes after transferring the call, then the handsets will be rung back (callback). If no handset answers within 30 seconds, then the external call will be automatically dropped.
Caller ID (CID)
IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit’s Caller ID features, you must subscribe to either the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service. To know who is calling while you are on the phone, you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service.
This unit receives and displays information transmitted by your local phone company. This information can include the phone number, date, and time; or the name, phone number, date, and time.
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Call Waiting Caller ID
Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are already on the phone, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line. Only the handset that is in use at the time of the call will display and store the Call Waiting Caller ID information.
•When you hear the call waiting beep in the handset receiver, press the flash/answerer/call waiting button to put the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. Press flash/answerer/call waiting again to return to the original call.
Receiving CID Records
When you receive a call, the Caller ID information is transmitted between the first and second ring. The Caller ID information appears on the display while the phone rings, giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to answer the call.
Storing CID Records (In CID Memory)
If you are not at home or cannot answer, your telephone’s Caller ID memory stores the data for the 40 most recent calls you received so you can see who called while you were unavailable. When the 41st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted.
You may review the stored information at any time. Calls received since your last review show as NEW in the display. Calls that have not been previously reviewed but were received from the same number more than once show as REPT in the display.
Reviewing CID Records
As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know how many calls have been received. To scroll CID records:
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
2.Press the CALLER
3.Press the CALLER
Dialing a CID Number
1.Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2.Use the CALLER
3.Press the TALK/CALL BACK or SPEAKER button. The number dials automatically.
NOTE: Depending on (a) how the incoming caller’s phone number is formatted when it is received, and (b) whether or not you previously
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