GE 28310 manual Getting Started with Skype, Create a New Skype Account, Press

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Getting Started with Skype

You can configure your GE/Skype phone with an existing Skype account during the first-time installation, or you can optionally create a new Skype account. You only need a Skype username and password defined by you to create a new account. You can enter further account details when your GE/Skype phone has been configured and is online.

Create a New Skype Account

If you do not have a Skype account, follow this procedure.

Sign in to Skype Create new account

1.Use to select Create new account.

SelectBack

Enter Skype name

6-32 characters: daniel1chef

OKClear

2.Use the keypad to enter a Skype name of your own choice and press .

NOTE: Use to change to lower-case, upper- case or numeric entry when entering your Skype name and password. Skype names can be 6-32 characters. You can use any mix of upper- and lower-case characters, numbers and punctuation marks. You cannot use spaces or symbols and your name cannot begin with a number or punctuation mark. If the name is already in use, you will be prompted to try another name.

Use

to input punctuation marks from the

symbols table.

 

 

 

 

3. Use the keypad to enter a password and

 

 

Enter password

 

 

press

 

. You are asked to confirm the

4-20 characters:

 

 

gusisagooddog

password by entering it again.

 

 

 

 

OKBack

NOTE: Passwords can be 4-20 characters. You can use any mix of upper- and lower-case characters, numbers and punctuation marks. You cannot use spaces, your password cannot begin with a number or punctuation mark, and you cannot use your Skype name as a password.

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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 Cannot make a SkypeOut callSkypeOut call does not reach the person intended 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