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GE 28213EE2 User Guide

GE 28213EE2 - Digital Cordless Phone Manual

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Model 28213 Series DECT 6.0 Multi-Handset Speakerphone User's Guide Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 6 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 28203 handset with charge cradle)
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Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details. Notes • This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. •
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trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
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Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available compliance could void the user's authority to operate the or transmitter. For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF Information for DECT Product This telephone is compliant with the DECT 6.0 standard
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10 Front View 10 Handset Layout 11 Display Icons 11 Installing the Phone 12 Installing the Handset Battery...... 12 Base Station Settings 22 Telephone Operation 22 Visual Indicators 22 Base 22 Handset 23 VMWI / Visual Ringer Indicator on Handset 23 Speakerphone Operation........ 23 Making a
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Memory 35 Changing the Battery 36 Battery Safety Precautions 36 Display Messages 37 Troubleshooting Guide 38 Causes of Poor Reception 40 General Product Care 41 Warranty Assistance 42 Limited Warranty 43 Accessory Information 45 Index 46 CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
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on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn't cordless, in case the power in your home goes out. Before You Begin Parts Checklist (for 28213xx1 model) Make sure your package includes the items shown here. Base Battery compartment cover AC power adaptor Handset
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refer to the owner's manual for these devices on how to properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical devices that may use the 1.9GHz DECT frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long
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, microwave ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight. • Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature. • Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers. • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless
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Base Layout Front View charge- in use (indicator) find (button) do not disturb (button) 10
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Handset Layout Voice Mail Waiting Indicator (VMWI)/ Visual Ringer display TALK/SPEAKER (button) flash (button) delete/int/conf (delete/intercom/ conference) CALLER ID-VOL 5 or 6 (caller id/volume up or down button) END (button) Headphone jack mute/menu OK (button) phone book (button) format/redial
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the Phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH) battery model 5-2840, that is compatible with this unit. 1. Locate battery
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jack. 3. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the jack on the back of the base. 4. Place the handset in the base cradle. The charge/in use indicator turns on, verifying the battery is charging. 5. Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first use
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Programming the Telephone Standby Screen The handset displays the handset number and user name. Programming Functions The system uses a menu structure to give you access to all of the built-in features. You may program the following items in main menu: Phone Book, Room Monitor, Alarm Clock, Initial
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/number to be monitored. NOTE: When this phone system is expanded (up to 6 handsets by purchase of optional Model 28203 handset with recharge cradle), handsets are named HANDSET 1, HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3 and so on respectively. 6. The receiving handset will turn on the microphone and the originating
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phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to go to the main menu. 3. Press caller ID-volume (6 or 5) button to scroll to INITIAL SETUP. 4. Press the mute/menu OK button to confirm and you may program the following items: Handset confirmation tone and the handset name shows in
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4. Use the number keys to enter the current hour and minute, then use the caller ID-volume (5 or 6) to select AM or PM. 5. Press the mute/menu OK button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone and the current time shows in the display. Area Code From the Initial Setup Menu: 1.
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hold the find button on the base unit, the charge/in use indicator flashes. Press the handset mute/menu OK button. The screen displays REGISTERING. The handset screen displays REGISTERED. You may now rename your handset. (Refer to Step & of Handset Name Section) NOTE: If you are re-registering the
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6) button to scroll to YES or NO. WARNING: It is not recommended that a handset be de-registered unless absolutely necessary because once a handset is de-registered, that handset's telephone features cannot be used until the handset is re-registered. 4. Select NO, if you do not want to de-register
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flashes rapidly. 4. Release the find button. 5. Press and release the find button on the base once. All handsets are de-registered and the screen displays HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION. Sound Setup 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to go to the main
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the default setting. 4. Press the mute/menu OK button to confirm and the key tone setting shows in the display. Reset Setting 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to go to the main menu. 3. Press caller ID-volume (5 or 6) button to
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a confirmation tone. Telephone Operation Visual Indicators Base The charge/in use indicator on the base will flash to alert you to an incoming call, during paging, or if you have a message waiting from your service provider. The indicator will remain lit when a handset is in the base charging or
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when a call is received. VMWI / Visual Ringer Indicator on Handset IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit's Voice Mail Waiting Indicator (VMWI) feature, you must subscribe to this service from your phone company. The VMWI indicator on the top of the handset flashes when you receive a new message from
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Calls 1. When the phone rings, pick up the handset and press the TALK/SPEAKER button. 2. When finished, press END button to hang up. - OR - If the auto talk mode is selected, pick up the handset from the charge cradle to answer the call immediately. NOTE: Adjust the handset volume by pressing the
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During a phone call, you will hear a beep to indicate another call is waiting on the line and Caller ID information for the waiting call shows on the handset display. number. - Press the caller ID-volume (5) to review the oldest call and scroll toward the most recent calls (higher numbers). - Press the
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handset. To send and receive pages, all handsets must be registered. If your handset is not registered, follow the instructions in the Registration section of this manual not disturb button on the base. 2. The DND indicator will light and shows in each handset display. 3. To cancel, press the do not
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that the user of receiving handset can freely talk and listen to the conversation. 5. When finished, press the END button or delete/int/conf button on either handset to deactivate the intercom. NOTE: The system is expandable up to 6 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 28203 handset with recharge
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the delete/int/conf button, and use the touch-tone pad to enter the handset number to put an external line on hold. The user may then auto intercom with the paged handset. NOTE: Both intercom users may speak privately. The external caller will not hear the intercom conversation. 2. When finished
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2. A long beep is heard and then the two handsets are immediately connected. Receiving handset shall immediately come into the auto intercom mode that both "microphone" and "speaker" of this receiving handset shall be enabled such that the user of receiving handset can freely talk and listen to the
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number, date, and time. Call Waiting Caller ID Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are using the GE multi handset system, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line. The Call Waiting Caller ID
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is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the caller ID-volume (6) button to review the newest CID record. 3. Press the caller ID-volume (5) button to review the oldest CID record first. Dialing a CID Number 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Use the caller ID-volume (5 or 6) button
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any information that is non-numeric, the unit will not allow this record to transfer to the internal user memory. The handset will display UNABLE TO STORE. Deleting a CID Record 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Use the caller ID-volume (5 or 6) button to display the CID record
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Phonebook Each handset can store up to fifty records in phone book for quick dialing; each record can contain a maximum of 20-digit numbers and 14-character names (including spaces). Review Records 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to go to main menu.
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selection). 7. Press mute/menu OK button to confirm, the records are stored alphabetically in the phone book. Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence (of a Stored Number) Press the #pause/ringer button on the handset's touch-tone pad to insert a delay in dialing sequence when a pause is needed to
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Dialing a Number from Internal Memory 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the mute/menu OK button to access the phonebook sub-menu. 3. Use the caller ID-volume (5 or 6) button
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personal injury, use only the Nickel-metal Hydride battery listed in the User's Guide. • Keep batteries out of the reach of children. • Remove batteries if storing over 30 days. NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your Thomson Inc. product indicates that we are participating in a program to
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information is interrupted during transmission or the phone line is excessively noisy. Indicates no CID information was received, you are not subscribed to CID service, or CID service is not working. Displays on handset while the line is in use. Indicates CID record is from a long distance call
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SEARCHING Indicates handset is searching for the base. SPKR Indicates the handset is in speakerphone mode. UNKNOWN NAME/ CALLER/NUMBER The incoming call is from an area not serviced by CID or the CID information was not sent. Troubleshooting Guide Caller ID Solutions No Display • The battery
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base unit and the wall phone jack. • Connect another phone to the same modular jack; if the second phone doesn't work, the problem might be with your wiring or local service. • The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base. • Make sure the battery is properly charged (for 16
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the base. Remove the handset battery. Wait for 30 seconds and plug the power adaptor back into the base and electrical outlet. Reconnect the battery and charge for 16 hours. Battery Solutions If you experience any of the following problems, even after recharging the battery, you may need to replace
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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 ship the phone at a later date. • Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base with a soft cloth. 41
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the problem is resolved. Any unauthorized repairs, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user's authority to operate this product. For instructions on how to obtain a replacement unit, refer to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service at
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warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner's Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and setup service adjustments. • Batteries. • Damage from misuse or neglect
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verbal or written information given by Thomson Inc., its agents, or employees shall create a guaranty or in any way increase the scope of this warranty. • Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer. Thomson Inc. shall not be liable for incidental or
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Accessory Information DESCRIPTION MODEL NO. AC Power adaptor 5-2812 Handset Replacement Battery 5-2840 Belt Clip Accessory Handset with Charge Cradle 5-2829 5-2830 To place order, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready and call toll-free 1-800-338-0376. A shipping and
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(HAC) 4 I Important Installation Guidelines 9 Information for DECT Product 4 Initial Setup 16 Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence 34 Installation 8 Installing the Handset Battery 12 Installing the Phone 12 Intercom Operation 27 Interference Information 3 Introduction 7 K Key
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CID Records 30 Registration 18 Reset Setting 21 Review Records 33 Reviewing CID Records 31 Ringer Tone 20 Ringer Volume Handsets 29 Troubleshooting Guide 38 Two-Way Calling 28 U Using Intercom with External Telephone Calls 28 V Visual Indicators 22 VMWI / Visual Ringer Indicator on Handset
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Visit the GE website at: www.GE.com/phones Model 28213 00027532 (Rev. 0 DOM E) 08-22 Printed in China Thomson Inc. 101 West 103rd Street Indianapolis, IN 46290-1102 © 2008 Thomson Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s)