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Replace the battery.

Handset displays "BASE STATION CONNECTION LOST" or "NOT REGISTERED".

Handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base.

Verify the power adaptor is properly installed.

Disconnect the handset battery and plug it in again. Place the handset on the cradle for at least 2 to 3 minutes.

Disconnect the power adaptor and plug it in again. Then place the handset on the cradle for at least 2 to 3 minutes.

Handset displays "HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION"

Follow the programming in the telephone procedures to re-register the handset to the base.

Press the SELECT button to begin handset registration. Follow instructions on Handset screen.

Registration did not work

Charge the batteries for 16 hours. Re-register handset.

Uplug and then plug in the power adaptor. Re-register handset

Caller ID Solutions

No Display

Charge or replace the batteries.

Verify that the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical outlet. Disconnect the AC power adaptor from the base and reconnect it.

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.

Skype Solutions

Skype Ring Delay

When making a Skype-IN call, the landline caller hears 2 or more rings before the Handset starts to ring. This is a network connection problem.

Cannot sign into Skype

If you do not have a Skype account you will need to create one via Status/Create new account.

Verify that you are using the correct login name and password, be sure to enter upper/lower case and special characters correctly.

Check to see that all cables are attached correctly.

The base station has not been provided an IP address; Check via Settings/ Information that an IP address is shown under IP address. If not, check your Internet connection. If you are using a router, switch or hub, restart the device(s) and then restart the base station. Please refer to Base station does not receive an IP address.

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GE 28310 manual Caller ID Solutions, Skype Solutions