GE 28821 manual Answering System Operation, Message Counter Indicator, Leaving a Message/Memo

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Answering System Operation

This section discusses the buttons and features on the answering system.

Message Counter Indicator

The message counter gives you a numeric display of how many messages you have. The new message indicator flashes to indicate you have new messages. See below for the details.

a)Message counter has a number displayed without flashing - No new messages. Shows total number of old messages.

b)Message counter has a flashing number displayed - There are new messages. Shows total number of old and new messages.

c)Message counter has bars ( - - ) - Answerer is off.

d)Message counter has an “F“ flashing on the display - Memory is full.

e)Message counter has a “CL” flashing on the display - Clock is not set since power up or after power failure.

f)Message counter has six horizontal bars flashing on the display - MEMO recording.

g)Message counter has a “An“ flashing on the display - Answering incoming calls and recording an incoming call.

h)Message counter has “LA” - The answering system is being accessed remotely.

NOTE: While the messages are playing, the message counter will display the messages in the order they were received.

NOTE: The maximum recording time for each message is 3 minutes and the total recording time of this unit is 12 minutes.

Leaving a Message/Memo

Use the memo feature to leave a message.

1.Press and hold the memo button.

2.Begin speaking after you hear “RECORD MESSAGE” and start tone.

3.Release the memo button when you are finished recording the memo.

NOTE: Maximum recording time for memo is 3 minutes.

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Contents Page Important Information Interference Information Telephone Network InformationREN Number Hearing Aid Compatibility HACLicensing FCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementTable of Contents From Another Location Answering System Display Messages Introduction Before You BeginTelephone Jack Requirements Installation Digital Security SystemImportant Installation Guidelines Handset Layout Memo button Voicemail indicatorBase Layout Top & Front Views Installing the Phone Installing the Handset BatteryBase Station Answerer Answering System SetupHandset Access From the Answerer Menu Set Prompt LanguageRings to Answer Security Code Speaker VolumeMessage Alert Voice Instruction Recording the Outgoing AnnouncementReviewing and Choosing the Announcement Sample Outgoing AnnouncementProgramming the Telephone Standby ScreenProgramming Functions Phone BookAdd Records Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence of a Stored NumberEdit Records Delete RecordsRoom Monitor applicable only with additional handsets Dialing a Number from Internal MemoryIgnore The Incoming Call Set Alarm Clock Language Handset SetupFrom the Handset Setup Menu Handset Name Ringer ToneRinger Volume VIP MelodyStoring VIP Melody Changing a Stored VIP Melody RecordSet Day/Time Reviewing And Deleting Stored VIP Melody RecordKey Tone Tone/Pulse EqualizerArea Code Registration De-RegistrationGlobal De-registration Select 2NO, if you do not want to de-registerVisual Indicators Telephone OperationAnswering Calls Speakerphone OperationMaking a Call Call Timer Ringer Volume ShortcutAuto Standby Flash/Call WaitingLast Number Redial ExitHandset to Handset Paging Applicable only with additional handsetsReceiver Volume Control Paging All Handsets from a HandsetPaging from the Base/Group MuteMaking an Intercom Call Intercom OperationDo Not Disturb D-N-D Advanced Intercom Features Receiving an Intercom CallCaller ID CID Transferring External Calls to Other HandsetsStoring CID Records In CID Memory Call Waiting Caller IDReceiving CID Records Storing CID Records in Internal Memory Reviewing CID RecordsDialing a CID Number Deleting a CID Record Deleting All CID RecordsLeaving a Message/Memo Message Counter IndicatorAnswering System Operation Screening Calls from the Base Message PlaybackMemory Full Erasing MessagesRemote Access Cordless HandsetTo erase all previously played Messages in a mailbox To erase a message from the handsetScreening Calls from the Handset Accessing the Answering System from Another LocationWhen the answering system picks up Belt Clip and Optional Headset Connecting the Belt ClipConnecting an Optional Headset to the Handset Changing the Battery Battery Safety PrecautionsDisplay Messages ChargingIncomplete Data Paging orAnswering System Display Messages Handset Sound SignalsTelephone Solutions Page Battery Solutions Answering System SolutionsCaller ID Solutions Causes of Poor Reception General Product CareWarranty Accessory Information 28801To order, call the nearest distributor for your area Ontario 905 Manitoba 204 British Columbia 604 Quebec 514Index Recording the Outgoing Announcement Model