GE 292571 User's Manual
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29257
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
NOTICE: This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not
prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance
facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this
equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company
cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections
of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe systems, if
present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in
rural areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should
contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone
company.
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may interfere with
residential radio and television reception if not properly installed and used in
accordance with instructions contained in this manual. Reasonable protection
against such interference is ensured, although there is no guarantee this will not
occur in a given installation. If interference is suspected and verified by switching
this equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures: Reorient the radio/television receiver’s
antenna, relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment and
receiver into separate circuit outlets. The user may also wish to consult a qualified
radio/television technician for additional suggestions. This equipment has been fully
tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15
FCC Rules and Regulations. This apparatus does not exceed the class B limits for RF
noise emissions specified in the RFI regulations of the Industry Canada.
HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY
This telephone system meets FCC/Industry Canada standards for Hearing Aid
Compatibility.
REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM
INTRODUCTION
Your telephone is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality performance.
To get the most from your new telephone, we suggest that you take a few minutes right
now to read through this instruction manual.
CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic
safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this
product and save them for future reference.
Model 29257
16017180 (Rev. 1 E/F)
03-14
Printed in China
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
TELEPHONE JACK REQUIREMENTS
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C (CA11A) type
modular telephone jack, which might look like the one
pictured here, installed in your home. If you don’t have a
modular jack, call your local phone company to find out
how to get one installed.
IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INFORMATION
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
• Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line
has been disconnected at the network interface.
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
•Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phone such as faxes,
other phones, or modems.
INSTALLING THE PHONE
Your telephone should be
placed on a level surface
such as a desk or table top,
or you can mount it on a
wall. A desktop/wall
mounting pedestal is built
into the base of the phone.
1. Slide the RINGER volume
switch (on the handset)
to the desired volume.
2. Set PULSE/TONE switch (on the handset) to TONE for touch-tone service, or set it
to PULSE for rotary service. If you don’t know which type of service you have,
check with the phone company.
3. Set the receiver volume switch (on the handset) to
the desired listening volume.
4. Plug the telephone line cord into a modular wall
phone jack.
WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION
Your telephone may also be mounted on a wall plate
(not included).
NOTE: To prevent the handset from falling out
of the cradle while the phone is hanging on the
wall, you must reverse the handset hook
(located on the base).
1. Push the handset hook up and out with your thumb, turn it over, and replace it in
the slot on the base.
2. Plug the telephone line cord into a modular wall phone jack.
3. Slip the mounting holes on the base over the wall plate posts and firmly slide the
unit down into place (wall plate not included).
WRAPPING THE TELEPHONE LINE CORD
In desktop or wall mount mode, you may want to wrap the excess telephone line cord
around the mounting bracket on the bottom of the base.
TELEPHONE OPERATION
REDIAL
This unit redials up to 32 digits. To automatically redial the last number you called:
1. Pick up the handset and wait for a dial tone.
2. Press the redial button.
FLASH
Press the flash button instead of the hook switch to activate custom calling services
such as call waiting or call transfer. Custom calling services are provided by the
phone company.
RECEIVER VOLUME
You may control the listening level with the volume switch on the side of the handset.
It has three levels: low, mid, and high.
RINGER VOLUME
You may control the ringer volume level with the switch located on the side of the
handset.
= ringer tone will be loud
= ringer tone will be low
= telephone will not ring.
TEMPORARY TONE DIALING
This feature is useful only if you have pulse dialing service. Temporary Tone Dialing
enables pulse (rotary) service phone users to access touch-tone services offered by
banks, credit card companies, etc. For example, when you call your bank you may
need to enter your bank account number. Temporarily switching to Touch Tone mode
allows you to send your number.
1. Dial the telephone number and wait for the line to connect.
2. When your call is answered, press the * tone button on the handset number pad
to temporarily change from PULSE dialing to TONE dialing.
3. Follow the automated instructions to get the information you need.
4. Hang up the handset and the phone automatically returns to PULSE (rotary)
dialing mode.
MEMORY
Each memory button is capable of storing phone numbers up to 16 digits. Memory
locations 0-9 require you to press the mem button for access.
STORING A NUMBER IN MEMORY
1. Pick up the handset, and press the store button.
2. Dial the number to be stored (up to 16 digits).
3. Press store again.
4. Press a memory location button 0-9, and hang up the handset.
INSERTING A PAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE
Use the redial button to add pauses to a dialing sequence, for example after you dial
9 for an outside line. A pause is approximately 4 seconds long.
CHANGING A STORED NUMBER
To change a stored number, you just replace it with a different number using the
procedure for storing a number.
DIALING A STORED NUMBER
1. Pick up the handset, and wait for a dial tone.
2. For numbers stored in memory locations 0-9, press the mem button, and then
number of the location in which the desired number is stored.
NOTE: Stored numbers are saved using the telephone line power cord. If
you disconnect the line cord from the modular phone (wall) jack, the
numbers stored in memory are lost.
DELETING A STORED NUMBER FROM MEMORY
1. Press the store button.
2. Press the redial button.
3. Press the store button again.
4. Press the memory location where the number is stored.
CHAIN DIALING
Link several memory locations in sequence by following this example:
Number is For Memory Location
Long distance access number 7
Authorization code 8
Frequently called long distance number 9
1. Pick up the handset to get a dial tone.
2. Press the mem button, and then press 7.
3. When you hear the access tone, press the mem button, and then press 8.
4. At the next access tone, press the mem button, and then 9.
IMPORTANT: If you make test calls to emergency numbers, remain on
the line and explain the reason for the call to the dispatcher. Also, make
these calls in off-peak hours, such as early morning or late evening.
NOTE: If you make a mistake while storing a number, hang up and repeat
the storing procedure.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
No dial tone:
•Press and release the hook switch. Check the hook switch: Does it fully extend
when the handset is lifted from the cradle?
Cannot dial out:
•Make sure the TONE/PULSE switch is set to the type of phone service you are
subscribed to.
Phone doesn’t ring:
•Make sure RINGER switch (located on the handset) is set to loud or low.
•You may have too many extension phones on your line. Unplug some extension
phones.
• Check for a dial tone. If there is no dial tone see solutions for "No dial tone."
Other party cannot hear you:
•Make sure phone cord is securely plugged in.
•Make sure extension phones are on the hook at the same time you're using the
phone. It is normal for the volume to drop when additional extension phones are
used at the same time.
Phone "howls" when handset is placed near base and handset volume level is too high:
• This is normal feedback due to handset volume level being set to maximum.
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 other 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.
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
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.
REN NUMBER
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
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
6200 Edwards Boulevard
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.
c/o Thomson
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 __________________________________________
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
THE LIGHTNING FLASH
AND ARROW HEAD
WITHIN THE TRIANGLE
IS A WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
“DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” INSIDE THE
PRODUCT.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING THE
PRODUCT.
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ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc.
(An Alcatel /Thomson Joint Venture)
© 2003 ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
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