GE 810 manual Introduction

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Introduction

Your GE/Skype phone may change the way you think about using your telephone, and using Skype. You can use your GE/Skype phone to make and receive both landline and Skype calls. And, because Skype is built into your GE/Skype phone, you no longer need a com- puter to use Skype.

In order to use your GE/Skype phone for Skype calls, the base station must be linked up with an active Inter- net connection. If you already have a computer linked up to your Internet connection, this device might occupy the connection port that is needed by the GE/Skype phone base station. In this case you need a router, allowing you to attach more devices to your Internet connection.

Attach the router to the Internet connection and connect your computer and the base station to the router. Should you have any questions regarding the use of the Internet and the router please contact your Internet provider.

Please note: When installing a new router you should be aware that it might take some time – up to one hour – before it is properly registered with your Internet provider.

To use Skype telephony via your GE/Skype phone you need a Skype account as well as a user name and a password. Please refer to the Getting started with Skype section.

With Skype you call for free when talking to other Skype users – and you can buy a number of additional features to expand the possibilities of your GE/Skype phone. Please refer to the Skype services section.



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Contents On pages Quick GuidePage Introduction Notification to the Local Telephone Company Equipment Approval InformationFCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Interference InformationHearing Aid Compatibility HAC LicensingTable of Contents Cordless Settings Limited WarrantyPhone Settings Belt Parts Checklist for modelBefore You Begin Base/GatewayDigital Security System InstallationImportant Installation Guidelines Telephone Jack RequirementsBase Layout Handset LayoutCall/Speaker button End/Power button/Skype statusLeft soft button Right soft buttonInsert the batteries Installing the PhoneInstalling the Handset Battery Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handsetBase Station Enter your local area code. Press to continue Button until the handset powers onFirst Time Start Up Find your preferred languageCreate a New Skype Account If you do not have a Skype account, follow this procedureUse To input punctuation marks from Symbols table Getting Started with SkypeYou are then directed to the Skype Sign Into a Skype AccountTo send a ContactsAdd a Skype Contact Press to accept, to declineAdd a SkypeOut or Landline Contact View profile Displays the selected name’s profile Make and Receive CallsSearch for Skype Users Call a Skype ContactTo dial a landline number Adjust the Earpiece VolumeDial a Landline Number Receive a CallWay Conference Calling Mute the MicrophoneSpeakerphone Start a New Call During a CallOnline Current time Status Skype credit Action Skype Features Supported by the GE/Skype PhoneRadio Battery Status Signal Notifications Main DisplayNew voicemail Silent mode is activeSetting, depending on the current screen Missed callUse or to navigate and highlight Programming Your PhoneMain Menu Main MenuPress to select Contacts Skype SettingsPassword for automatic sign-in. Press to accept, to decline Sign into SkypeRename a Contact Send Voicemail to a ContactView Contact’s Skype Profile Advanced Contact MenuEdit a SkypeOut Contact Number Block/Unblock a ContactFrom the idle screen, press to enter the main menu Details View details regarding the call Call HistoryRequest Contact Details Be indicated byDelete Remove the entry Caller ID CIDReceiving CID Records Call Waiting Caller IDTo select the desired calling method Dialing Landline or Skype calls from Call HistoryStoring Landline CID or Skype Records in Internal Memory By pressing AgainDeleting a CID Record VoicemailsListen to your voicemail Receiving an Intercom Call Contacts RequestsAdd Contact Phone Number See IntercomChange your Skype profile Sign OutMy Profile Press and to select your preferred status OfflineChoose auto or manual sign Change PasswordAuto Sign Private, press to select options Edit, Remove, AddSkypeIn ServicesSearch Skype CreditSettings Call Divert VoicemailCall Forward Privacy Voicemail ActivationWelcome Message Manage Blocked Users TonesIncoming Alert Type Landline Ring Tones Ringing VolumeRing Tones Intercom Ring TonesCordless Settings Time & DateRegister / Deregister your handset Language Phone SettingsHandset Name ContrastRegion Preferred LineSupport information Internet SettingsInformation AdvancedFirmware Update To select your preferred version Skype PortsChanging the Battery Battery Safety PrecautionsReset Troubleshooting Guide Telephone SolutionsUnit beeps Skype Solutions Caller ID SolutionsBase station does not receive an IP address Cannot connect to Skype from my workplace or schoolTime on the idle display is incorrect Main menu Skype Call History is suddenly empty Shown asButton Battery SolutionsHandset does not charge when placed in the charger Place the handset in the chargerAccessory Information General Product CareCauses of Poor Reception Service Or refer inquiries toName of store Limited Warranty Product Registration Products purchased or serviced outside the USALimitation of Warranty How state law relates to this warrantyIndex Accessory Information Add a Skype ContactReset Welcome Message Ring Tones Ringing Volume Send Voicemail to a Contact ServiceSign into Skype Sign Out Skype Credit Page Page Skype logo and the S logo are trademarks of Skype Skype, SkypeMe, SkypeOut, SkypeIn, Skype Voicemail