GE 27990 instruction manual Ren Number

ANSWERING MACHINE OPERATION

This section highlights the buttons and features on the answering machine.

MESSAGES INDICATOR

The messages indicator blinks to show you how many new messages you have. The answer on/off button must be on in order for the messages indicator to work.

SCREENING CALLS FROM THE BASE

You may screen incoming calls by waiting for the caller to begin leaving a message (to hear who it is), then pick up the handset, and press talk to talk to the caller. The answering machine automatically stops recording when you activate the handset or pick up an extension phone.

TIP: Make sure the volume on the base is set loud enough to hear your incoming calls.

MESSAGE PLAYBACK

The messages indicator lets you know when you have messages. To play messages, press play/stop.

While a message is playing, you may do the following:

•Press play/stop to stop the message playback.

•Press and release rev to restart the current message; continue to press and release rev to go to previous messages.

•Press and release skip to go to the next message.

•Press play/stop to stop message playback.

USING THE HANDSET

To access the answering machine from the cordless handset, press the ans button.

After you access the answerer, use the marked handset keys just as if you were pressing the corresponding buttons on the base (see "Answering Machine Operation" for details on functions). The functions are listed on the handset above each number key. For example, to play messages:

1.Press the ans button.

2.Press 2 (play/stop).

3.When you are finished listening to your messages, press ans button again.

ANSWERER INDICATOR

The antenna indicator comes on if the answerer is being accessed by the handset.

SCREENING CALLS FROM THE HANDSET

Use the handset to screen calls even when you can't hear the answering machine.

When the phone rings:

1.Press the ans button to access the answering machine.

2.Listen as the caller leaves a message.

3.Press the talk button to speak to the person or press ans button to stop screening the call.

MEMORY FULL

When the unit’s internal memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings, beeps and waits for the 3-digit security code. If you don't enter the security code within 10 seconds

ANSWERER STATUS MESSAGES

0-59	Total number of messages.
CL (blinking)	The voice time/day stamp needs set.
_ _	Answerer off.
An (blinking)	Currently answering a call.
F (blinking)	Memory is full.
Six bars (blinking)	Recording a memo or announcement.
LA (Line Access)	External line remote answerer.

CHANGING THE SECURITY CODE

The default security code for accessing the answerer from another location is 1 2 3. You must use the handset to change the security code. With the phone off, follow these steps:

1.Press ans button (the antenna indicator comes on).

2.Press tone (*).

3.Enter 3 numbers to be used as the new security code.

4.Press tone (*) again.

HEADSET AND BELT CLIP OPERATION

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET TO THE

HANDSET

GENERAL PRODUCT CARE

To keep your telephone working and looking good, follow these guidelines:

•Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise (for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).

•DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.

•Avoid dropping and rough treatment to the phone.

•Clean with a soft cloth.

•Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the finish.

•Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date.

HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS

Signal	Meaning
Three long beeps or continuous beeps	Page signal
A long warbling tone (with ringer on)	Incoming call signal
One short beep every few seconds	Battery low

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

REN NUMBER

On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.

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.

SERVICE

ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc., warrants to the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced free of charge, including return transportation.

This warranty does not include damage to the product resulting from accidents, misuse or leaking batteries.

Should your product not perform properly during the warranty period, either:

1.Return it to the selling dealer with proof of purchase for replacement,

OR

2.Remove the batteries (where applicable), and pack product complete with accessories in the original carton (or equivalent).

— Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and insured to:

ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.

c/o Thomson multimedia Ltd.

6200 Edwards Boulevard

ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
			MODEL NUMBER
	DESCRIPTION				PRICE*	QUANTITY	TOTAL
				BLACK
	AC power supply		5-2521		$15.50
		Headset	5-2425		$36.35
		Belt clip	5-2535		$4.95
	Replacement battery		5-2522		$14.95
To order, call 1-800-338-0376(for accessories only) or complete this order form.
	For credit card purchases
	Your complete charge card number, its expiration date and your signature
	are necessary to process all charge card orders.
	Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.
	My card expires:
	Copy your complete account number from your
	Master Card or Discover.
	Copy the number above your name on
	the Master Card.

MEMORY FULL

When the internal memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings. You may erase some messages so the answerer will record new messages.

ERASING MESSAGES

You may erase messages three ways: one message at a time using the erase button on the base; all messages using the erase button on the base; or one message at a time using the erase button (0) on the handset or a phone in another location.

• To erase a message, press play/stop on the base and press and release erase

after the unit beeps, the phone hangs up.

You must erase some of the messages in order for the system to record new incoming messages.

NOTE: The unit also answers after the 10th ring if it is turned off. To access the answerer from another location, enter your 3-digit security code after you hear the beep.

ACCESSING THE ANSWERER FROM ANOTHER

PHONE

For hands free conversation, connect the headset (optional) to the HEADSET jack as shown. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled when the headset is connected.

Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and over your ear. Move the microphone to approximately 2 to 3 inches from your mouth.

•Press the TALK button to answer or place a call before using the headset.

Headset

Headset

• 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

• You’re out of range of the base

• Microwave oven is using the same frequency

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

Mississauga, Ontario

Canada L5T 2V7

The provisions of this written warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation, and to the extent that any such provisions purport to disclaim, exclude or limit any such statutory warranties and other rights and remedies, such provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent necessary to comply therewith.

If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of warranty service, you may write to:

ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.

My card expires:
____________________________________________________________________
	Authorized Signature

button on the base to erase the message that is playing.
• To erase all messages, press the erase button on the base when messages have
stopped playing.
• To erase a message from the handset:
1.	Press answer button on the handset.
2.	Press play/stop on the handset (the 2 button).
3.	Press erase on the handset (the 0 button) to erase the
	message that is playing.

NOTE: You may only erase messages that have been reviewed. Erased messages cannot be restored. Also, be careful not to press erase button as the next unheard message is playing because that message will also be erased.

LEAVING A MEMO

Use the Memo feature to leave a message.

1.Press and hold the memo button. (You must hold down the button until you finish recording the message.)

2.Begin speaking after you hear the beep.

3.Release the memo button when you are finished.

REMOTE ACCESS

This section explains two types of remote access: using the handset to access the answering machine and accessing the answering machine from another phone.

The handset contains integrated buttons that enable you to access the answering machine with the handset.

You can also access your answering machine from any phone that is tone-dial compatible by entering a 3-digit security code after you hear the outgoing announcement. A voice menu system guides you through all of the steps.

You can access your answering machine from any touch-tone phone by entering your 3-digit security code after you hear the outgoing announcement.

1.Dial the phone number for the answering machine.

2.Enter the security code after you hear the tone.

3.Follow the voice menu instructions to use the answerer's remote functions. The remote feature enables you to perform the following functions:

To	Press this Button
Review message	1
Play back messages	2
Stop message playback	2
Erase message	0 (during message
	playback)
Skip message	3
Turn off answerer	4
Review voice menu options	7

TIP: You can bypass the outgoing announcement by pressing any numbered key on the keypad while the announcement is playing. Then, you can enter your security code to access the answering machine.

NOTE: The 7-segment message indicator will display LA when answerer is accessed from another phone.

CONNECTING THE BELT CLIP

There are two slots, one on each side of the	Slot for	Slot for
	belt clip	belt clip
handset.

•Attach the belt clip by inserting the sides of the belt clip into the slots. Snap the ends of the belt clip into place.

CHANGING THE BATTERY

Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.

1.Remove the battery compartment door.

2.Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the battery pack from the handset.

3.Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the jack inside the handset.

4.Put the battery compartment door back on.

5.Place handset in the base to charge. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery listed in the instruction book.

BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

•Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.

•Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

•Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.

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.

c/o Thomson multimedia Inc. P.O. Box 0944

Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A., 46206-0944

Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future reference. This information is required if service is needed during the warranty period.

PURCHASE DATE

NAME OF STORE

*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Total Merchandise	$_______________
Sales Tax	$_______________
We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state,
county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S.
currency only. No COD or Cash. All accessories are subject to availability. Where
applicable, we will ship a superseding model.
Shipping/Handling	$5.00
	$_______________
Total Amount Enclosed	$_______________
Mail order form and money order or check (in U.S. currency) made payable
to Thomson multimedia Inc. to:
Thomson multimedia Inc.
Mail Order Department
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Name_______________________________________________________
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