GE 29871 User manual

Model 29871
Digital Answering System
(includes English and French
selectable Voice Prompts)
User’s Guide

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Important Information
NOTICE: This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical
specifications.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
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.

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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.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009.
Hearing Aid Compatibility
This telephone system meets FCC/Industry Canada standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure
guidelines when used with the belt clip supplied with this product. Use of other accessories
may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

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SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK
DONOTOPEN
WARNING: TO
PREVENT FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSETHIS
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.
CAUTION:
Table of Contents
Important InformatIon.................................2
Interference InformatIon.............................3
LIcensIng .....................................................3
HearIng aId compatIbILIty ............................3
IntroductIon ...............................................5
before you begIn ........................................5
Parts CheCklist ...............................................................5
Modular JaCk requireMents ........................................5
InstaLLatIon .................................................6
iMPortant instruCtions for Moving the answering
systeM ...............................................................................8
set up.........................................................8
reCording the greeting.................................................9
reviewing the greeting..................................................9
erasing the greeting......................................................9
Changing the settings...................................................9
setting the language..................................................10
setting the tiMe/day...................................................11
hour............................................................................... 11
Minutes..........................................................................11
day.................................................................................. 12
setting the rings to answer..................................... 12
toll saver inforMation .............................................. 12
setting the inCoMing Message tiMe......................... 12
setting the seCurity Code..........................................13
revIewIng tHe settIngs ..............................14
adJusting the voluMe .................................................14
message counter.......................................14
less than 10 Messages..............................................14
More than 10 Messages............................................14
Message Counter disPlay ..........................................14
pLayIng messages.......................................15
erasing all Messages .................................................16
leaving aMeMo............................................................16
sCreening Calls (auto disConneCt feature) .......... 16
remote access...........................................17
toaCCess your answering systeM..........................17
generaL product care ..............................18
troubLesHootIng tIps.................................18
teLepHone network InformatIon ...............19
ren number .............................................19
servIce.......................................................20
Index .........................................................21

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Introduction
Your Digital Answering System is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality
performance. To get the most from your new answering system, 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.
Before You Begin
Parts Checklist
Make sure your package includes the following items:
AC power adaptor
Modular Jack Requirements
You need an RJ11C type modular jack, which is the most common
type of phone jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you
don’t have a modular jack, call your local phone company to find
out how to get one installed.
Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall Plate
Mounting pedestal Telephone
line cord
Answering system

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Installation
The Answering System can be placed on the desktop in three different positions; upright,
using the mounting pedestal, at an angle using the pedestal, or lying flat without the pedestal.
Choose your preference and use the mounting hooks to attach the pedestal onto the
answering system as shown below.
Upright position -
2 mounting hooks Angled position - 4 mounting hooks
CAUTION:
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• 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.

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1. Plug the telephone line cord into a modular wall jack.
2. Connect the telephone line cord from your telephone into the jack on the back of the
answering system marked PHONE. (You don’t have to connect your telephone in order for
the answering system to record incoming messages.)
3. Connect the small end of the power adaptor into the POWER 5V AC jack on the back of
the answering system. Plug the other end into an AC power outlet. The unit performs the
initialization, pauses a few seconds and then beeps when it is ready for setup or to answer
calls with the default greeting and settings.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of personal injury, fire, or damage use only
the 5-2634 (white), 5-2633 (black), or 52778 (black) power adaptor
listed in the user’s guide. This power adaptor is intended to be
correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position.
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Important Instructions for Moving the
Answering System
To move the answering system to a different location in the house, follow these instructions:
1. Disconnect the phone line or any phones you may have connected to the answering
system.
2. Unplug the power adaptor from the electrical outlet.
3. Move the answering system and phone line to the desired location.
4. Plug the power adaptor into an electrical outlet.
5. The MESSAGE counter flashes if there is a new message.
6. Connect all necessary phone lines.
Set Up
message
counter
(indicator)
setup/enter
(button)
greeting
(button)
volume +/-
(button)
8/“NEXT”
(button)
7/“PREVIOUS”
(button)
microphone
on/off/erase
(button)
play/stop/memo
(button)

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Recording the Greeting
Before using your new answering system, you should record a greeting
(the announcement callers hear when your answering system answers a call). If you don’t
record a greeting, callers hear a default greeting which says, “We are unavailable to take your
call. Please leave a message.
Thank you for calling.”
When recording the greeting you should be about 20 centimeters from the unit and eliminate
as much background noise as possible. This ensures the best recording quality.
1. Prepare your greeting.
Sample Greeting: Hi, this is (use your name here). I can’t answer the phone right now, so
please leave your name, number, and a brief message after the tone, and I’ll get back to
you. Thank you for calling.
2. Hold down the GREETING button. The answering system announces, “Record greeting
after tone.” After the tone you have 30 seconds to record your greeting.
3. Release the GREETING button when you finish. The unit beeps, and the greeting plays back
automatically.
Reviewing the Greeting
To review the greeting, press and quickly release the GREETING button. The unit plays the
current greeting.
Erasing the Greeting
If you want to erase your greeting, press and hold the ERASE button while your recorded
greeting is playing. The default greeting will be restored.
NOTE: Your recording time should not be less than two seconds. Otherwise
the unit will return to the default greeting.
Changing the Settings
This function allows you to change the Language, Time/Day, Rings to Answer, Message Time
and Security Code settings.
NOTE: User can exit the set-up menu at any time by pressing the STOP
button.

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Setting the Language
This setting allows you to set the answering system in either English or in French voice menu
mode. Once the language is set, all voice menus, including the one used in Remote Access
mode, will be switched to the selected language.
1. Press and hold the SETUP/ENTER button for two seconds, then release to access the set-up
menu.
2. The answering system announces, “For English, press NEXT, press ENTER to continue (in
English). Pour le Francais, appuyer sur PREVIOUS, appuyer sur ENTER pour continuer (in
French)”.
3. Press NEXT ( 7), answering system enters English voice menu mode. If ( 8) is pressed,
answering system enters French voice menu mode. If SETUP/ENTER is pressed, answering
system remains in the current language mode. In any case, the answering system enters to the
TIME/DAY menu.
NOTE: Language can only be set when the user is in physical access of the
unit. When you are running in Remote Access mode, the language cannot
be changed and will remain in the language you’ve previously set.
Setting the Time/Day
This setting allows you to set the current time and day for the Time/Day stamp attached to
each message.
Time
Hour 12 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Minute 0 - 59
Day Sunday - Monday
Rings 2,3,4,5 toll saver
to Answer
Message time 1,2,3,4, minutes
Security 0 - 9, 0 - 9, 0 - 9
Code
Range of Settings Default Settings
Time 12 a.m. Sunday
Rings to Answer 4
Message time 2
Security Code 123