GE 279986 User manual

EQUIPMENT APPROVAL INFORMATION
Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public
SwitchedTelephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68,
FCC Rules and Regulations and theTechnical Requirements forTelephone
Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
1Notification to the Local Telephone Company
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other
information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)
for the equipment.You must, upon request, provide this information
to your telephone company.
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.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises
wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC
Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant
telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is
designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also
compliant. See installation instructions for details.
Notes
•This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the
telephone company.
•Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be
able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line.
Check with your local telephone company.
•Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent
disconnection of your telephone from your line.
•If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to
the telephone line, ensure the installation of this product does not
disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what
will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or
a qualified installer.
2Rights of the Telephone Company
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm
the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where
practicable, 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. In case of such
temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1)
promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance; (2) afford you
the opportunity to correct the situation; and (3) inform you of your
right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures
set forth in Subpart E of Part 68, FCC Rules and Regulations.
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 and not inconsistent with
FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect
the use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone
company must give you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to
maintain uninterrupted service.
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful
interference; and (2)This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for
radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).
•Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the
telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.
•Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your
dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has
prepared a helpful booklet, “HowTo Identify and Resolve Radio/TV
Interference Problems.”This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock
number 004-000-0 0345-4 when ordering copies.
HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
US NUMBER IS LOCATED ONTHE CABINET BOTTOM
REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ONTHE CABINET BOTTOM
INTRODUCTION
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.
Your cordless telephone/answering system with Caller ID and Call
Waiting is designed to give you flexibility in use and high quality
performance.To get the most from your new cordless telephone/
answering system, we suggest that you take a few minutes right now to
read through this instruction manual.This telephone is a multifunction
product for use with the Call Waiting and Caller ID services available
from your local telephone company.Your Caller ID Call Waiting phone
allows you to:
•View the name and telephone number of a caller (Call Waiting
Caller ID).
•Identify callers before you answer the phone.
•View the time and date of each incoming call.
•Record up to 40 Caller ID messages sequentially.
•Know who called while you are on the other line or when you
were away.
•Screen unwanted calls, eliminate harassment from annoying calls, or
to get prepared before answering a call.
IMPORTANT: In order to use all of the features of this telephone, you
must subscribe to two separate services available from your local
telephone company: the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service to
know who is calling when the phone rings and Caller ID with Call
Waiting Service to know who is calling while you are on the phone.
Because cordless phones operate 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
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
INSTALLING THE HANDSET BATTERY
NOTE : You must connect the handset battery before use.
1. Push down on the top of the battery compartment door and remove it.
2. Lift the battery pack and connect it's plug to the jack inside the
compartment.
NOTE : It is important to maintain the polarity (black and red red wires)
to the jack inside the compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps
into place.
4. Place the handset in the charging cradle.
CONNECTING THE AC (ELECTRICAL) POWER
Plug the power supply cord into the power jack on the back of the
base and the other end into an electrical outlet. The charge/in use
indicator turns on to indicate the battery is charging when the
handset is on the cradle.
NOTE : If the battery is not installed or properly connected inside the
battery compartment, the handset displays "NO BATTERY" when it is
placed on the base cradle.
CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA, Inc. power supply
5-2512 (black) or 5-2618 (gray) power supply that came with
this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit.
CONNECTING THE TELEPHONE LINE
1. Plug the one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the
back of the base calledTEL LINE and the other end into a modular
phone jack.
2. Set the ringer switch (on the handset) to ON, and place the handset in
the cradle on the base.
Allow the phone to charge for 12 hours prior to first use. If you don’t
properly charge the phone, battery performance is compromised.
WALL MOUNTING
NOTE: For best results, leave the phone on a flat surface during initial
charging before you hang the phone on the wall.
1. Remove the handset from the cradle and set aside. Turn the base over
and align the four slots on the bottom of the base with the four hook-
tabs on the mounting pedestal.
2. Insert the hook-tabs into the slots and push upwards until the
mounting pedestal snaps securely into place.
3. Slip the mounting holes (on the back of the base) over the wall plate
posts and slide the unit down into place. (Wall plate not included.)
4. Place the handset in the cradle.
ANSWERING SYSTEM SETUP
This section shows you how to set up your answering system to
receive incoming calls. Before you begin the setup, you must turn on
the answering system.
•Press the answer on/off button to turn the answering system on and
off.The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering system is on.
The indicator blinks when you have new messages.
NOTE: The answering system displays “- -” when it is off.
VOICE TIME/DAY STAMP
1. Press and hold the day/check button to set the day of the week and
then release.
2. Press the hour button to set the hour (a.m. or p.m.).
3. Press the min button to set the minute. When you press and hold the
min button, the time advances in 5-minute intervals.
4. Press and release the day/check button to review the day and time settings.
SPEAKER VOLUME
Use the volume left or right buttons to adjust speaker volume to a
comfortable level. Press the right arrow to increase the volume and
the left arrow to decrease the volume. L8 is the maximum and L1 is
the minimum level.
VOICE INSTRUCTIONS
If you need additional assistance, press the review (left arrow) button when
you plug in the answering system and follow the voice instructions.
RECORDING THE OUTGOING ANNOUNCEMENT
For best results when recording, you should be about nine inches from
the microphone, and eliminate as much background noise as possible.
1. Press and hold the announce button. Hold the button down until you
finish the announcement.
2. Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
3. Release the button when you finish your announcement.
If you choose not to record an outgoing announcement, a default
announcement is played instead.To return to the default announcement
after you have recorded your own outgoing announcement, press the
announce button and release it when you hear the beep, or press the
erase button while the announcement is playing.
Sample Outgoing Announcement
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. Thanks.
REVIEWING THE ANNOUNCEMENT
•Press and release announce button to review your outgoing announcement.
RING SELECT
Set the RING SELECT switch on the back of the unit to choose the
number of times you want the phone to ring before the system answers
the call.You may choose 3 rings or 5 rings.
ANSWERING SYSTEM OPERATION
This section explains the buttons and features of the answering system.
MESSAGES INDICATOR
The MESSAGES indicator shows you how many messages you have. It
blinks if there are new messages. The answer on/off button must be on
in order for the MESSAGES indicator to work.
SCREENING CALLS FROM THE BASE
You may screen incoming calls by waiting for the caller to begin leaving
a message (to hear who it is), then pick up the handset, and pressTALK/
callback to speak to the caller.The answering system automatically stops
recording when you activate the handset or pick up an extension phone.
TIP: Make sure the volume on the base is set loud enough for you to
hear your incoming calls.
MESSAGE PLAYBACK
The messages indicator lets you know when you have messages.To play
messages, press play/stop.
While a message is playing, you can do the following:
•Press play/stop to stop the message playback.
•Press and release review to restart the current message; continue to
press and release review to go to previous messages.
•Press and release skip to go to the next message.
•Press the volume arrow button to adjust the playback volume.
MEMORY FULL
When the memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings.You should
erase some messages so the answering system can record new messages.
ERASING MESSAGES
You may erase messages three ways: one message at a time using the
erase button on the base; all messages using the erase button on the base;
or one message at a time using the erase button (0) on the handset or a
phone in another location (including the messages which have already
been reviewed).
•To erase a message, press play/stop on the base, and press and
release the erase button on the base to erase the message
currently playing.
•To erase all reviewed messages, press and hold the erase button on
the base until the unit beeps.
•To erase a message from the handset:
1. Press format/answerer button on the handset.
2. Press play/stop on the handset (the 2 key).
3. Press the erase button on the handset (the 0 button) to erase a
message during playback.
NOTE: Erased messages cannot be restored.
LEAVING AMEMO
Use the memo feature to leave a message.
1. Press and hold the memo button. Hold the button down until you
finish recording the message.
2. Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
3. Release the memo button when you are finished.
TELEPHONE SETUP
PROGRAMMABLE MENUS
There are five programmable menus available : Language, Local Area
Code, Ringer Tone,Tone/Pulse and Factory Default. When you program
these settings, make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
DISPLAY LANGUAGE
1. Press the flash/program button until 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display.
2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button or the touch tone pad on
your handset to select 1 (English), 2 (French), or 3 (Spanish).
3. Press flash/program to confirm.
LOCAL AREA CODE
1. Press the flash/program button until AREA CODE - - - shows in the
display. “- - -” is the default setting.
2. Use the touch tone pad on your handset to enter the area code.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the chan/delete button to erase the
incorrect area code and repeat step 2.
3. Press flash/program to confirm.
RINGER TONE
1. Press the flash/program button until RINGERTONE shows in the display. 1
is the default setting.
2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button or the touch tone pad on
your handset to enter your selection. You may press 1, 2, or 3 for
the tone selection.
3. Press flash/program to confirm.
TONE/PULSE
1. Press the flash/program button until 1TONE 2 PULSE shows in the
display. “
1 TONE ” is the default setting.
2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button or the touch tone pad on
your handset to enter your selection.
3. Press flash/program to confirm.
FACTORY DEFAULT
1. Press the flash/program button until DEFAULT shows in the display.
NO is the default setting.
2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button.
3. Press flash/program to confirm.You will hear a confirmation tone.
CORDLESS PHONE BASICS
MAKING ACALL
•Press the TALK/callback button before you dial, or dial the number,
and then press theTALK/callback button to perform preview dialing.
•Press TALK/callback button or place the handset in the cradle on the
base to hang up.
IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate 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.
INUSE INDICATOR
The phone is ON when the charge/ in use indicator on the base is lit.The
charge/in use indicator on the base flashes when you receive a call.
REDIAL
Press the redial button to quickly redial the last number you called (up
to 32 digits).
If you get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number, press
redial to dial the number directly.
RECEIVING ACALL
To answer a call press theTALK/callback button on the handset before
you begin speaking.
FLASH
If you subscribe to the combined Call Waiting Caller ID service from your
local telephone you will receive Caller ID information (if available) on
Call Waiting calls. 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.To connect the waiting call,
press the flash/program button on the handset and your original call is
put on hold.You may switch back and forth between the two calls by
pressing the flash/program button.
TIP: Don't use the TALK/callback button to activate custom calling
services such as call waiting, or you’ll hang up the phone.
VOLUME
When the phone is ON, press the cid/vol (left or right arrow) on the
handset to adjust the volume of the handset's earpiece.There are four
settings. Press the right arrow to increase the volume and left arrow to
decrease the volume.You will see the volume setting on the handset
display. VOL 4 is the maximum and VOL 1 is the minimum.
CANCEL
Press the *TONE/Cancel button to cancel any command you initiated.
RINGER SWITCH
The RINGER switch must be ON for the handset to ring during
incoming calls.
PAGING THE HANDSET
If you misplace your handset press the page button on the base.The
handset emits a continuous paging tone to help you find it.
PAGING shows
in the display.When you find the handset, press the TALK/callback button on
the handset or press the page button on the base again to stop the tone.
NOTE: You can still page the handset if the ringer is turned off.
CALLER ID FEATURES
Caller ID (CID) is a service available from your local telephone company.
For Caller ID to work on this system, you must subscribe to Caller ID
service.To receive Caller ID information for a Call Waiting call, you must
subscribe to the combined Caller ID Call Waiting service.The unit can
store up to 40 calls for later review.
When your telephone rings, and you are subscribed to Caller ID Call
Waiting service, you will receive information (if available) transmitted by
your local telephone company.You will also receive Caller ID information
from Call Waiting calls. If you receive an incoming call and you are
already on the phone, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting
Call on the line, and Caller ID information for the Call Waiting call shows
on the display.This information may include the phone number, date
and time; or the name, phone number, and date and time.
RECEIVING AND STORING CALLS
When you receive a call, the information is transmitted by the phone
company to your Caller ID telephone between the first and second ring.
VERY IMPORTANT: The Caller ID feature of this product requires a
subscription to Caller ID service from your telephone company.
When the phone’s memory is full, a new call automatically replaces the
oldest call in memory.
NEW appears in the display for calls received that
have not been reviewed.
NOTE: Check with your local phone company regarding name
service availability.
REVIEWING CALLER ID RECORDS
As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know
how many calls have been received.
•Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
•Press the cid/vol (left arrow) button to scroll through the call records
from the most recent to the oldest.
•Press the cid/vol (right arrow) button to scroll through the call records
from the oldest to the newest.
DELETING RECORDS
Use the chan/delete button to erase the record showing in the display
or all records.
DELETING THE CURRENT RECORD
1. When the Caller ID record shows in the display, press the chan/delete
button.You will hear a confirmation tone, and the display shows
DELETE CALL ID?
2. Press chan/delete button again to confirm.The display shows DELETED
and the next caller ID record appears in the display.
DELETING ALL RECORDS
1. Press the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button until a CID record
is displayed.
2. Press and hold chan/delete.The display shows
DELETE ALL?
3. Press chan/delete again to erase all records.You will hear a
confirmation tone, and the display shows
NO CALLS .
STORING CALLER ID RECORDS IN MEMORY
1. Press the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button until the desired Caller ID
record is displayed.
2. Press the mem button.
3. Press a number key (0-9) to store the dialed number in that
memory location. You will hear a confirmation tone. Example, press
the number 1 key to store the record in memory location 1.
TOREPLACE AN OLD MEMORY WITH ANEW CID
RECORD:
1. Repeat steps 1 through step 3 in Transferring CID Records to
Memory. After entering the memory location,
REPLACE MEMO?
shows in the display.
2. Press the mem button again, and the new CID record replaces the old
memory in that location.You will hear a confirmation tone.
DIALING ACALLER ID NUMBER
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button to display the desired
Caller ID record.
3. Press theTALK/callback button to dial the number.
CHANGING THE NUMBER FORMAT
The format/answerer button lets you change the format of the
displayed number.
The available formats are as follows.
7-digit 7-digit telephone number.
10-d igit 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
11-digit long distance code “1” + 3-digit area code + 7-digit
telephone number.
1. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button to scroll to the number you
want to call back.
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27998
Model 27998C
16334650 (Rev. 0 E/S)
04-08
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ATLINKS USA, Inc.
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Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall plate
page button volume button
memo button
announce button
erase button
play/stop button
skip button
charge/in use
indicator
Messages indicator
review button
day/check
button
answer on/
off button
hour
button
minute
button
Caller ID name
Time Date Number of calls
Caller ID phone number
Belt clip
Base Handset
Mounting bracket
Long telephone line cord
AC power supply Handset battery
+_
TALK
redial
format
ABC
2
JKL
5
TUV
8
OPER
0
DEF
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
#
1
GHI
4
PQRS
7
*
TONE PAUSE
cid/vol
delete
chan
mem
flash
ringer
off on
CALLBACK
program
cancel
review play/stop skip
erase
answerer
-+
TELEPHONE JACK REQUIREMENTS
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C 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.
DIGITAL SECURITY SYSTEM
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against
false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line.
When you place the handset in the base, the unit verifies its security
code. After a power outage or battery replacement, you should place the
handset in the base for about 20 seconds to reset the code.
INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones operate at
frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs, microwave ovens,
and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the
cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV,
microwave oven, or VCR. If such interference continues, move the
cordless telephone farther away from these appliances. Certain other
communications devices may also use the 2.4 GHz frequency for
communication, and, if not properly set, these devices may interfere with
each other and/or your new telephone. If you are concerned with
interference, please refer to the owner’s manual for these devices on how
to properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical devices that may
use the 2.4 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/
video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless
telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems.
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 cordless telephone/answering system should be placed on a level
surface such as a desk or table top, or you can mount it on a wall.
+_
TALK
redial
format
ABC
2
JKL
5
TUV
8
OPER
0
DEF
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
#
1
GHI
4
PQRS
7
*
TONE PAUSE
cid/vol
delete
chan
mem
flash
ringer
off on
CALLBACK
program
cancel
review play/stop skip
erase
answerer
-+
TALK/call back button
format/answerer button
# PAUSE button
flash/program button
mem button
ringer switch
chan/delete button
* TONE/cancel button
redial button
CID/VOL (+ or -) button Display
erase button
play/stop button
review button skip button

2. If the number does not dial as shown, press the format/answerer
button. Repeat if necessary, until the correct number of digits shows
in the display.
3. Press theTALK/callback button.
MEMORY
Store up to ten 24-digit numbers in memory for quick dialing.This
memory feature is in addition to the 40 Caller ID records that can be
stored in memory.
STORING ANAME AND NUMBER IN MEMORY
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the mem button.
3. Press the desired memory location button (0 through 9 keys). If the
memory location is occupied, the memory location and stored name
and number appear on the screen. If the memory location is empty,
EMPTY appears in the display.
4. Press the mem button again.The display shows
ENTER NAME .
NOTE: If you don’t want to enter the name, skip step 5.
5. Use the handset number keypad to enter a name (up to 15
characters). More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys.
For example, to enter Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter B.
Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the
letter L, and wait for 1 second. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second
letter L, and press the 1 key to insert a space between the first and
last name. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S; press the 6 key
once for the letter M; press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I; press the
8 key for the letterT; press the 4 key twice for the letter H.
6. Press the mem button again to save the name.The display shows
ENTERTEL NUMBR .
7. Use the handset number keypad to enter the area code followed by
the telephone number (up to 24 digits, including pauses) and press
the mem button again to save the number.The unit beeps to confirm.
8. To enter another name and number in a different memory location,
return to step 1 and repeat the process.
STORING AREDIAL NUMBER
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
2. Press the redial button.
3. Press the mem button to store the number. You will hear a
confirmation tone.
TOREPLACE AN OLD MEMORY WITH ANEW
REDIAL NUMBER
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
2. Press the redial button.
3. Press the mem button, and "
REPLACE MEMO? " shows in the display.
4. Press the mem button to replace the old memory with the new redial
number.You will hear a confirmation tone.
CHANGING ASTORED NUMBER
1. Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
“
REPLACE MEMO? ” shows in the display.
2. Press the mem button to store the number.You will hear a
confirmation tone.
DIALING ASTORED NUMBER
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK/callback button.
2. Press the mem button.
3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location.The number
dials automatically.
OR
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the mem button.
3. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button to scroll through the
numbers stored in memory until the desired number is shown.
4. PressTALK/callback.The number dials automatically.
CHAIN DIALING FROM MEMORY
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers,
such as using a calling card for a frequently called long distance number.
You simply dial each part of the number sequence from memory.The
following example shows how you can use chain dialing to make a call
through a long distance service:
The Number For Memory Location
Long distance access number 7
Authorization code 8
Frequently called long distance number 9
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK/callback button.
2. Press the mem button and then press the 7 key.
3. When you hear the access tone, press mem again and then press
the 8 key.
4. At the next access tone, press mem and then the 9 key.
TIP: Wait for the access tones before pressing the mem button, or your
call might not go through.
INSERTING APAUSE IN THE DIALING SEQUENCE
Press the # PAUSE button once to insert a delay in the dialing sequence
of a stored telephone number. A pause is needed to wait for a dial tone
(for example after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer
access tone). PAUSE shows on the display as a “
P ”. Each pause counts
as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.
REVIEWING AND DELETING STORED NUMBERS
1. Press the mem button.
2. Use the cid/vol (left or right arrow) button to scroll to the desired
memory location or use the touch tone pad on the handset to enter
the desired memory location (0-9).
3. While the entry is displayed, press the chan/delete button to delete
the entry.The display shows
DELETE? .
4. Press chan/delete again to confirm.The display shows
DELETED .You
will hear a confirmation tone.
ADVANCED FEATURES
CHANNEL BUTTON
While talking on the phone, you might need to manually change the
channel in order to reduce static caused by appliances, such as baby
monitors, garage door openers, microwave ovens, or other cordless
phones. Press and release the chan/delete button to move to the next
clear channel.
TEMPORARY TONE
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 toTouchTone 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/cancel button on the
handset number pad to temporarily change from pulse dialing to
tone dialing.Temporary tone dialing mode is displayed as .
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.
REMOTE ACCESS
This section explains two types of remote access: using the handset to
access the answering system and accessing the answering system from
another phone.
The handset contains integrated buttons that enable you access the
answering machine with the handset.
You can also access your answering system from any phone that is tone-
dial compatible by entering a 3-digit security code after you hear the
outgoing announcement. A voice menu system guides you through all of
the procedures.
USING THE HANDSET
Press the format/answerer button to access the answering system from
the cordless handset.
After you access the answering system, use the marked handset keys
just as if you were pressing the corresponding buttons on the base (see
"Answering System Operation.").The functions are listed on the handset
above each number. For example, to play messages:
1. Press the format/answerer button. The display shows
ANSWERER
REMOTE
.
2. Press 2 (play/stop).
3. When you are finished listening to your messages, press format/
answerer again.
SCREENING CALLS FROM THE HANDSET
Use the handset to screen calls even when you can't hear the
answering system.
When the answering system picks up the line:
1. Press the format/answerer button to access the answering system.
2. Listen as the caller leaves a message.
3. Press theTALK/call back button to speak to the person or press
format/answerer to stop screening the call.
MEMORY FULL
When the answering system’s memory is full, the system answers after
10 rings, beeps and waits for you to enter the 3-digit security code. If you
don't enter the security code within 10 seconds after the unit beeps, the
phone hangs up.You should erase some messages so the answering
system can record new messages.
NOTE: The unit also answers after the 10th ring if it is turned off. To
access the answering system, enter your 3-digit security code after you
hear the beep.
ACCESSING THE ANSWERING SYSTEM FROM
ANOTHER LOCATION
You can access your answering system from a touch-tone phone by
entering your 3-digit security code after you hear the outgoing
announcement.
1. Dial the phone number for the answering system.
2. Enter the security code after you hear the tone.
3. Follow the voice menu to use the answering system remote functions.
The remote feature enables you to perform the following functions:
To Press this Button
Review message 1
Play back messages 2
Stop message playback 2
Erase message 0 (during message playback)
Skip message 3
Turn off/on answering system 4
Review voice menu options 7
TIP: You can bypass the outgoing announcement by pressing any
numbered key on the keypad while the announcement is playing. Then,
you can enter your security code to access the answering system.
CHANGING THE SECURITY CODE
The default security code for accessing the answerer from another
location is 1 2 3.You must use the handset to change the security code.
With the phone off, follow these steps:
1. Press format/answerer button.
2. Press *TONE/cancel.
3. Enter the three numbers to be used as the new security code.
4. Press *TONE/cancel again.
HEADSET AND BELT CLIP OPERATION
CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL HEADSET TO THE HANDSET
For Hands Free Operation:
1. Connect the headset to the HEADSET jack on the side of the
handset. The handset receiver and microphone are disabled
when the headset is connected.
2. Adjust the headset to rest comfortably on top of your head and
over your ear. Move the microphone to approximately two to three
inches from your mouth.
3. Press theTALK/callback button to answer a call or make calls using
the headset.
4. To return to normal operation, unplug the headset from the jack.
CONNECTING THE BELT CLIP
To attach the belt clip, insert the sides of the belt clip into the slots on
each side of the handset. Snap the ends of the belt clip into place.
CHANGING THE BATTERY
Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.
1. Remove the battery compartment door.
2. Disconnect the battery plug from the jack inside the battery
compartment and remove the battery pack from the handset.
3. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord into the jack inside
the handset.
4. Put the battery compartment door back on.
5. Place handset in the base to charge.
NOTE : If the battery is not installed or properly
connected inside the battery compartment, the
handset displays "NO BATTERY" when it is placed on
the base cradle.
6. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12
hours) prior to first use or when you install a new
battery pack. If you do not properly charge the
phone, battery performance will be compromised.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or
personal injury, use only the battery listed in the
instruction book.
BATTERY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
•Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries
of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury.
•To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the 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
ATLINKS USA, Inc. product indicates that we are
participating in a program to collect and recycle Nickel
Cadmium batteries throughout the United States. Please
call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information or contact your
local recycling center.
GENERAL PRODUCT CARE
To k eep 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 the unit and other rough treatment.
•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.
•Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base
with a soft cloth.
HANDSET SOUND SIGNALS
Signal Meaning
A long warbling tone (with ringer on) Signals an incoming call
Three short beeps (several times) Page signal
Single beep every 7 seconds Low battery warning
DISPLAY AND CALLER ID MESSAGES
The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit.
INCOMPLETE DATA Caller information has been interrupted
during transmission or the phone is
excessively noisy.
ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to enter the name for
one of the 10 memory locations.
ENTER TEL NUMBR Prompt telling you to enter the telephone
number for one of the 10 memory locations.
DELETE ALL? Prompt asking if you want to erase all
Caller ID records.
DELETE CALL ID? Prompt asking if you want to erase a
Caller ID record.
DELETED Prompt confirming the Caller ID record
is erased.
END OF LIST Indicates that there is no additional
information in Caller ID memory.
NEW Indicates call or calls have not
been reviewed.
UNKNOWN NAME/ The incoming call is from an area not
CALLER/NUMBER serviced by Caller ID or the information was
not sent.
NO BATTERY Indicates the battery pack is missing or
not properly installed in the the
battery compartment.
PAGING Someone has pressed the PAGE button on
the base.
BLOCKED CALL The person is calling from a number that
has been blocked from transmission.
PRESS TALK KEY Indicates the CID number is a Directory Dial
Number (DDN) and cannot be formatted.
BLOCKED NAME The persons name is blocked
from transmission.
BLOCKED NUMBER The person is calling from a number that
has been blocked from transmission.
REPT Repeat call message. Indicates that a new
call from the same number was received
more than once.
NO DATA No Caller ID information was received.
EMPTY Indicates a memory location is vacant.
NO CALLS Indicates no calls have been received.
CALL WAITING Indicates a call is waiting on the line.
ANSWERER REMOTE Indicates the answering machine is being
accessed remotely.
ANSWERING SYSTEM DISPLAY MESSAGES
The following indicators show the status of the answering machine.
0-59 Total number of messages.
CL (blinking) The voice time/day stamp needs set.
- - Answerer off.
An (blinking) Currently answering a call.
F (blinking) Memory is full.
Six bars (blinking) Recording a memo or announcement.
LA (Line Access) External line remote answerer.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
CORDLESS PHONE SOLUTIONS
No dial tone
•Check installation:
Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working
electrical outlet.
Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the 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 12 hours).
•Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly.
•Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/callback button?
Did the charge/in use indicator come on?The battery may need to
be charged.
•Place the handset in the base for at least 20 seconds.
Handset does not ring
•Make sure the RINGER switch on the handset is turned ON.
•Move closer to the base. The handset may be out of range.
•You may have too many extension phones on your line.Try
unplugging some phones.
•Check for a dial tone.
You experience static, noise, or fading in and out
•Change channels.
•Move closer to base. The handset might be out of range.
•Relocate the base. Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical
outlet with another household appliance.
•Charge the battery.
Unit beeps
•Place handset in base for 20 seconds; if it still beeps, charge battery
for 12 hours.
•Clean the charging contacts on handset and base with a soft cloth.
•See solutions for “No dial tone.”
•Replace the battery.
Memory Dialing doesn't work
•Make sure you programmed the memory location keys correctly.
•Did you follow proper dialing sequence?
TALK
redial
format
ABC
2
JKL
5
TUV
8
OPER
0
DEF
3
MNO
6
WXYZ
9
#
1
GHI
4
PQRS
7
*
TONE PAUSE
cid/vol
delete
chan
mem
flash
ringer
off on
CALLBACK
delete
program
cancel
Slot for belt clip
Headset jack
Headset plug
Phone dials in pulse with tone service
•Make sure phone is in tone dialing mode.
Phone won’t dial out with pulse service
•Make sure phone is in pulse dialing mode.
CALLER ID SOLUTIONS
No Display
•The battery must be fully charged.Try replacing the battery.
•Make sure that the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical
outlet. Disconnect the unit from the plug and plug it in again.
•You must be subscribed to Caller ID service from your local telephone
company in order to receive Caller ID records.
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 either the presence of noises on the line, or that an
invalid message has been sent from the telephone company.
ANSWERING SYSTEM SOLUTIONS
Can’t hear messages, beep, etc.
•Adjust the speaker volume.
Time/Day setting stuck at 12 a.m Mon.
•Set the time clock.
Answers on 10th ring
•Make sure answering system is turned on.
•The phone’s memory may be full.
Incoming messages are incomplete
•Was an extension phone picked up?
•The phone’s memory is full.
•You accidentally pressed the play/stop button during playback and
stopped the message.
Won’t respond to remote commands
•You must use a tone-dial phone for remote access.
•You must enter the correct security code.
•Did the unit hang up? If you take no action for a period of time, the
system automatically hangs up.
CAUSES OF POOR RECEPTION
•Aluminum siding.
•Foil backing on insulation.
•Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals.
•You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves,
computers, etc.
•Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.
•Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house.
•Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices.
•Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
•Handset battery is low.
•You’re out of range of the base.
•Microwave oven is using the same frequency.
SERVICE
If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty
information, please contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the
equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem
is resolved.
This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized
service agents. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
ATLINKS USA, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this
product. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty
included in this guide or call customer service at 1-800-448-0329.
Or refer inquiries to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
P O Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down
the date this product was purchased or received as a gift.This
information will be valuable if service should be required during the
warranty period.
Purchase date ______________________________________________________
Name of store ______________________________________________________
LIMITED WARRANTY
What your warranty covers:
•Defects in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
•One year, from date of purchase.
(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45
days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)
What we will do:
•Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit.The
exchange unit is under warranty for the remainder of the original
product’s warranty period.
How you get service:
•Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were
originally provided with the product. We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.
•”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice
which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period, must
be presented to obtain warranty service.” For rental firms, proof of
first rental is also required. Also print your name and address and a
description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:
ATLINKS USA, Inc.
c/o Thomson
11721 B Alameda Ave.
Socorro,Texas 79927
•Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not
covered by the warranty.
•Insure your shipment for loss or damage. ATLINKS accepts no liability
in case of damage or loss.
•Anew or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.
What your 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.
•Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.
•Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.
•Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
•Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with
your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be
necessary.The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
Limitation of Warranty:
•THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE ISTHE ONLY WARRANTY
APPLICABLETO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE
HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL ORWRITTEN INFORMATION
GIVEN BY ATLINKS USA, INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL
CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASETHE SCOPE OF
THIS WARRANTY.
•REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDERTHIS WARRANTY IS
THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OFTHE CONSUMER. ATLINKS USA, INC.
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROMTHE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING
OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIEDWARRANTY ON
THIS PRODUCT.THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED
WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BYTHE LAWS OFTHE STATE OF INDIANA.
EXCEPTTO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PAR TICULAR PURPOSE ONTHIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TOTHE
APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
How state law relates to this warranty:
•Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
•This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have
other rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your product outside the USA:
•This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for
warranty information.
Ni-Cd
RBRC
RBRC
CUSTOMER: CUTALONG DOTTED LINE. ✂
DESCRIPTION MODEL NO. TOTAL
QTY.
PRICE*
Belt clip $3.25
Headset $36.35
$14.95
Replacement battery
ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
5-2560
5-2425
5-2459
Please make sure that this form has been filled out completely.
To order, call 1-800-338-0376 (for accessories only) or complete this
order form.
Copy your complete account number from your Master Card or Discover.
____________________________________________________________________
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My card expires:
Copy the number above your name on the Master Card.
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necessary to process all charge card orders.
Copy your complete account number from your VISA card.
My card expires:
*Prices are subject to change without notice.
Total Merchandise..............................................................................$_______________
Sales Tax.............................................................................................$_______________
We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county, and locality to which the
merchandise is being sent. Duties will apply for shipments to Canada.
Use VISA or Master Card or Discover preferably. Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only.No COD or Cash.
All accessories are subject to availability. Where applicable, we will ship a superseding model.
Shipping/Handling....................................... .....................................$_______________
Total Amount Enclosed......................................................................$_______________
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Thomson to:
Thomson
Mail Order Department
P.O. Box 910139
Dallas, TX 75391-0139
Name______________________________________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________________ Apt.____________
City _____________________________________________State________ ZIP_________________
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$5.00
$39.95
Power supply 5-2512
black white
5-2560
5-2444
5-2459
5-2618
(gray)