GE 28320 Idle Mode Display

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Getting to Know Your Phone

Idle Mode Display

The idle mode display of your phone provides various status indicators and access to

the menu-based interface. The illustration below shows the screen and its elements.

Weather Alert • When there is a Weather Warning issued, the warning

symbol in the display ashes (as well as the red Alert

Indicator). After the warning is viewed the indicator shuts off.

• When there is a Weather Advisory or Watch only the alert

symbol is displayed ashing.

• The warning symbols in the display remain ashing until the

condition for the alert has ended.

Range Indicator Flashes when handset is out of range of the base.

Battery Status Indicates the status of the battery.

Low level. Fully charged.

Partially charged. Charging.

Battery Status

Range Indicator

Action

Handset Identity

Current

Time

Alarm On Indicator

Weather

Alert

Contents

Main Important Instructions & Information Equipment Approval Information Important Instructions & Information Interference Information Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Licensing FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Page Table of Contents Introduction Parts Checklist Important Installation Guidelines Digital Security System Telephone Jack Requirements Location Installing the Handset Battery Base Set-Up ETHERNET Connection Telephone Cable Connection Power Supply Connection Handset Synchronization* Base Layout Handset Layout * 1 Idle Mode Display Navigating The Menu The following table outlines the main menu items: Handset Settings Handset Name Language Menu Color Background Picture Display Contrast Auto Talk Area Codes Default Settings List of Default Settings: Contacts Find Entry Add Entry Copy All Names Phonebook Status Sounds Earpiece Volume Ringtone Ring Volume Key Beep Base Settings Base IP Address Time Settings Set Date & Time Time Format Alarm RSS Settings View Channels Channel Set Up Reset RSS to Default Help Feed Set Up Button Navigation Call Lists Call Timer Making a Call Answering Calls End Call Speakerphone Making a Call with the Speakerphone Answering a Call with the Speakerphone Mute Paging Keypad Lock Intercom Operation Making an Intercom Call Receiving an Intercom Call Advanced Intercom Features Using Intercom with External Phone Calls Two-Way Calling Conference Two Handsets Transfering a Call Telephone Company Calling Features Caller ID (CID) Call Waiting CID Telephone Company Calling Features Customizing your On Screen RSS InfoLink Services Accessing the Conguration Page Handset Management Edit RSS Feed Personalizing your Content Information Service Information Categories Handset Registration Accessory Handset (Purchased Separately) Firmware Update Firmware Updates Changing the Battery Battery Safety Precautions Troubleshooting Guide Telephone Solutions Caller ID Solutions Battery Solutions General Product Care Causes of Poor Reception Warranty Assistance Limited Warranty DESCRIPTION MODEL NO. Accessory Information 8 Index A B C D Index L M N O Visit the GE website at: www.GE.com/phones