GE 28128 manual Causes of Poor Reception, Battery Solutions, Handset Management Software Solutions

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•Make sure that the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical outlet. Disconnect the power adaptor and remove the back up batteries from the base. Wait for 3 seconds and insert the backup batteries into the base, then plug the power adaptor back into the base.

Caller ID Error Message

•The unit displays this 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.

No Caller ID

•In order to receive Caller ID information, you must subscribe to the standard name/number Caller ID service from your local telephone company.

Battery Solutions

If you experience any of the following problems, even after fully recharging the battery, you may need to replace the battery pack:

•Short talk time

•Poor sound quality

•CHARGE/IN USE indicator on the base fails to illuminate.

•Limited range

Handset Management Software Solutions

Software does not work correctly

• Check for software updates at http://www.ge.com/phones/.

Causes of Poor Reception

•Aluminum siding.

•Foil backing on insulation.

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

•Baby monitor is using the same frequency.

•Handset battery is low.

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Contents Page Interference Information Important InformationREN Number Telephone Network InformationHearing Aid Compatibility HAC LicensingInformation for Dect Product Table of Contents Telephone Operation EXtra Features Introduction Parts Checklist for modelBefore You Begin Phone company to find out how to get one installed InstallationTelephone Jack Requirements Digital Security SystemHandset Layout side views Important Installation GuidelinesPhone BOOK/3 Handset LayoutREDIAL/6 Base LayoutInstalling the Handset Battery Installing the PhoneUSB Cable Installation FIrMLYBase Station Setting the Voice Prompt Language Answering System SetupWall Mounting Language Audible Quick Setup GuideRecording the Outgoing Announcement Sample Outgoing AnnouncementProgramming the Base Programming InformationAnswerer On/Off AnswererMessage Alert Security CodeRings to Answer Alarm Set Alarm TimeFrom the Alarm On menu Message LengthPhone Settings Set Alarm MelodySnooze Set Cycle TimeDate/Time From the Phone Settings menuSet Area Code Sound Settings Default SettingFrom the Sound Settings menu Tone/PulseRinger Tone Ringer VolumeKey Tone From the Bluetooth menu Bluetooth SetupConnect and Pair My DevicesMy Base Programming the HandsetTo edit the name To deregister the deviceSet Alarm Time From the Phone Setting menu Phone SettingSet Time Handset Name Deregistration RegistrationGlobal De-Registration From the Sound Setting menu Sound SettingMenu Ringer Tone Answering System Operation Message Playback To erase a message using the handsetTo erase a message while it is playing To erase all previously played messages in a mailboxRemote Access from Cordless Handset Answering System Remote AccessLeaving a Memo Talk Indicator and Spkr Indicator on the Handset CHARGE/IN USE Indicator on the BaseVmwi Indicator on Handset and the Base Telephone OperationLandline Calls Volume SettingsCellular Calls Making a CallReceiving a Cellular Call during a Landline Call Receiving a Landline Call during a Cellular CallReceiving Land line Call And Cell Call Simultaneously Answering a CallAvailable Options During a Landline Call MoreAvailable Options During a Cell Call Conference Call TimerAuto Standby Flash/Call WaitingLast Number Redial Paging from the Base/GroupTo quickly redial the last number you dialed Caller ID CID Ringer Volume ShortcutMute Do Not Disturb DNDCall Waiting Caller ID CID Error CodesReceiving CID Records Storing CID Records In CID MemoryDialing a CID Number Reviewing CID RecordsFormatting a CID Number Before Dialing Deleting a CID Record Storing CID Records into Phone BookNumber of digits Explanation Example Received Calls Call RecordsDialed Calls From the Call Records menuAdding Phone Book Entries Phone BookFor Base Add an additional number to record Up to 4 numbers Storing the Last Number DialedEditing a Phone Book Record Reviewing Phone Book RecordsDeleting a Phone Book Record Deleting the Phone Book Entries In Desired Group Adding the Phone Book Entries In Desired GroupSet Group Ring Managing the Record Grouping in Phone BookAdding the Speed Dialing Number Changing the Group NameEditing the Speed Dialing Number Deleting the Speed Dialing NumberFrom the Extra Features menu Extra FeaturesRoom Monitoring Receiving an Intercom Call Handset to Handset Intercom CallIntercom Operation Adding a Reminder SchedulerPush to Talk From the Scheduler menuSet Snooze From the Add Reminder menu Set Alarm Melody From the Add Reminder menuSet Cycle Time From the Add Reminder menu Dect 6.0 Handset Management Software Connecting the Belt ClipReviewing and Editing the Reminder Record Deleting a Reminder RecordChanging the Battery Connecting Optional HeadsetDisplay Messages Battery Safety PrecautionsSignal Meaning Handset Sound SignalsTelephone Solutions Troubleshooting GuideHandset displays Handset Needs Registration Caller ID SolutionsHandset Management Software Solutions Battery SolutionsCauses of Poor Reception General Product Care ServiceIndex Licensing Registration Set Alarm Melody To order, call the nearest distributor for your area Accessory InformationOntario 905 Manitoba 204 British Columbia 604 Quebec 514