GE 25861 User manual

Volume
When the phone is ON, press the Caller ID/vol ( + or - ) 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.
Mute
Use the format/mute button during a phone conversation to speak privately and off-
line with a third party.
1. Press the format/mute button on the handset. MUTE shows in the display, and the
party on the telephone can not hear your external conversation.
2. Press format/mute when finished.
Call Transfer
During an external call, you may transfer the call to another handset.
1. Press the trans/answerer button on originating handset. TRANSFERRING shows in
the display. Both handsets will be paged.
2. Press the trans/answerer or talk/end/call back button on the receiving handset to
answer the call.
NOTE: To cancel the call transfer, you may press the *exit or the
trans/answerer button on the originating handset.
Caller ID (CID)
IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit’s Caller ID features, you
must subscribe to either the standard Name/Number Caller ID
Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service. To know who is calling
while you are on the phone, you must subscribe to Call Waiting
Caller ID Service.
This unit receives and displays information transmitted by your local phone
company. This information can include the phone number, date, and time; or the
name, phone number, date, and time.
Ringer Tone
1. Press the flash/prog button until RINGER TONE shows in the display.
2. Use the Caller ID/vol ( + or - ) button or the handset number pad to enter your
selection from Ringer Tone 1, 2, or 3. The default setting is “RINGER TONE 1”.
3. Press the flash/prog button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.
Factory Default
This feature allows you to restore the unit’s original settings.
1. Press the flash/prog button until DEFAULT shows in the display.
2. Use the Caller ID/vol ( + or - ) button to scroll to YES. The default setting is “NO”.
3. Press flash/prog to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone.
Cordless Phone Basics
In Use Indicator
The phoneis ON (in TALKmode) when the talk/end/callback indicatoron the handset
and the charge/inuse indicator on thebase is lit. The handsetand base indicatorsflash
when youreceive a call.
Receiving a Call
1. To answer a call press the talk/end/call back button on the handset before you
begin speaking.
2. To hang up, press the talk/end/call back button or place the handset in the cradle.
Making a Call
1. Press the talk/end/call back button and dial the desired number.
-OR-
To perform preview dial, dial the number first then press the talk/end/call back
button.
2. To hang up, press the talk/end/call back button or place the handset in the cradle.
Redial
1. Press the talk/end/call back on the handset.
2. Press the redial button to quickly dial 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 again.
Flash
If you subscribe to the combined Call Waiting Caller ID service from your local
telephone company 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/prog 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/prog button.
TIP: DO NOT use the talk/end/call back button to activate custom
calling services such as call waiting, or you’ll hang up the phone.
Channel Button
While talkingon the phone, you might need to manually change the channel in order
to reduce staticcaused by appliances, suchas baby monitors, garage door openers,
microwaveovens, or other cordless phones. Press and release the del/chanbutton to
move to the nextclear channel.
Exit
Press the *exit button to cancel any command you initiated.
Paging the Handset
This feature helps to locate a misplaced handset.
1. Press the page button on the base. The handset will beep for about two minutes
and PAGING shows on the handsets displays.
2. To cancel the page, press the talk/end/call back button on the handset or press
the page button on the base.
NOTE: You can still page the handset if the ringer is turned off. If
the batttery is dead, the Paging feature will not work.
Ringer On/Off Switch
The handset ringer switch may be set to ON or OFF. If the switch if OFF, the unit
does not ring.
Installing 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. Nickel-Cadmium battery model 5-2548,
which is compatible with this unit.
1. Locate battery and battery door which are packaged together inside a plastic bag
and are separate from the handsets.
2. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset.
3. Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside the compartment .
NOTE: To ensure proper battery installation, the connector is
keyed and can be inserted only one way.
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.
Installation
Digital Security System
Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing,
unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line.
INSTALLATIONNOTE: Some cordless telephones operate at
frequencies that may cause or receive interference with 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 communicationsdevices may also use the 5.8 GHz
frequency for communication, and, if not properly set, these
devices may interfere with each otherand/or your new telephone.
If you are concerned withinter ference, please refer to the owner’s
manual for these devices on howt o properly set channels to avoid
interference. Typical devicesthat may use the 5.8 GHz frequency
for communication includewireless audio/video senders, wireless
computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems,
and some long-range cordlesstelephone systems.
Important Installation Guidelines
• Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting,
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 the jack is specifically
designed for wet locations.
• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone
line has been disconnected at the network interface.
• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
Model 25861
5.8 GHz Dual Cordless
Handset Telephone/
Answering System
User’s Guide
Equipment Approval Information
Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone
Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the
Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
1 Notification 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.
US Number is located on the cabinet bottom
REN number is located on the cabinet bottom
Handset Layout 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 minutes. 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 ( + or - ) buttons to adjust speaker volume to a comfortable level. L8
is the maximum and L1 is the minimum level.
Recording the Outgoing Announcement
For best results when recording, you should be about nine inches from the mic
(microphone) opening to 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. You have up to two minutes of
recording time.
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.
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, andI’ll get back to
you. Thank s.”
Reviewing the Announcement
Press and release the 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, 5 ring or TOLL SAVER.
Toll Saver
This feature will inform you if you have new messages when calling the machine
from a remote phone. If you have new messages, the unit will ring twice before
answering. If there are no new messages, it will ring five times. This allows you to
hang up before the machine answers so that you do not have to pay toll charges.
Handset Setup
There are four programmable menus available: Language,Local Area Code, Ringer
Tone and Factory Default. When you programthese settings, make sure the phone
is OFF (not in talk mode). Pressingthe *exit button will remove you from the menu
selection process withoutchanging the feature you are in.
NOTE: You can only use one handset at a time and there are no
conference or intercom features for this unit.
Display Language
1. Press the flash/prog button until 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display.
2. Use the Caller ID/vol ( + or - ) button or the handset number pad to select 1
(English), 2 (French), or 3 (Spanish). The default setting is “1ENG”.
3. Press the flash/prog button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.
Local Area Code
If you enter your local 3-digit area code in the area code menu, your local area code
does not display on the Caller ID (CID) list. Instead, you only see the local 7-digit
number. Calls receivedfrom outside your local area code will display the full 10-digit
number.
1. Press the flash/prog button until AREA CODE - - - shows in the display. The default
setting is “- - -”.
2. Use the handset number pad to enter your 3-digit area code.
NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the del/chan button to erase
the incorrect area code and repeat step 2.
3. Press the flash/prog button to confirm and to advance to the next menu feature.
2 Rights 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 issubject 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 maycause
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.
Privacy of Communications may not be ensured when using this product.
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, “How To 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-
000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
Notice: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment .
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009
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.
Thomson Inc.
10330 North Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024
© 2006 Thomson Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Model 25861
00006517 (Rev. 2 Dom E)
06-12 unreleased/update only
Printed in China
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.
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.
Before You Begin
Parts Checklist
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
Time Date Number of Calls
Caller ID nameCaller ID phone number
Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall plate
2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the bottom of
the base and the other end into a modular jack.
3. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into
the jack on the bottom of the base.
4. Set the ringer switch (on the handset) to ON, and place the handset in the cradle
on the base.
5. The in use/charge indicator turns on, verifying the battery is charging. The unit
will take 20 seconds to register and verify its security code.
NOTE: In case of a power failure, the handsets may display
UNAVAILABLE when the talk/end/call back button is pressed. You
must then place both handsets on the main base cradle for 20
seconds to re-register.
6. Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first use. If you don’t properly
charge the phone, battery performance is compromised.
CAUTION: Use only the 5-2512 power adapter that came with
this unit. Using other power adapters may damage the unit .
Extra Charge Cradle
1. Plug the extra charging cradle into the electrical outlet.
2. Place the handset on the charging cradle.
3. The charge indicator turns on, verifying the battery is
charging.
4. Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first
use.
VERY IMPORTANT: BOTH HANDSETS MUST BE REGISTERED TO THE
MAIN BASE BEFORE USE. After the 2nd handset has charged for 16
hours, place it on the main base station for 20 seconds, it will then
automatically register and verify its security code.
Wall Mounting
If you want to mount the phone on a wall, slip the mounting holes (on the backof
the base) over the wall plate posts, and slide the unit down into place. (Wall plate
not included.)
Answering System Setup
This section shows you how to set up your answering system to record incoming
calls. Before you begin the setup, you must turn ON the answering system.
• Press the ans on/off button to turn the answering system on and off. The
message indicator lights when the answering system is on. The indicator
alternately flashes between CL (clock) and 0, indicating day/time programming is
needed and 0 messages are stored.
NOTE: The answering system displays “- -” when it is off.
Setting the Voice Prompt Language
The default voice prompt language is English.
• To change the answering system’s voice prompt language, press and hold the
skip button for two seconds. The unit announces “SELECCIONADO ESPANOL”
(Spanish selected).
NOTE: To change to English, press and hold the skip button again
for 2 seconds. The unit announces “ENGLISH SELECTED”.
NOTE: In remote access mode, the system follows the selected
language. The voice prompt language cannot be switched
remotely.
announce
(button) volume - or +
(button)
charge/
in use
(indicator)
review 7
(button)
ans on/off
(answerer on/off
button)
memo (button)
play/stop
(button)
message indicator
skip 8(button)
delete (button)
page (button)
format/mute
(button)
Caller ID/vol - or +
(buttons )
redial (button)
talk/end/call back
(button)
*exit (button)
del/chan
(delete/channel
button)
flash/prog
(flash/program
button)
ringer/on-off
(switch)
#pause (button)
display
review (button)
skip (button)
play/stop (button)
erase (button)
mem (memory
button)
answerer/trans
(answerer/transfer
button)
Base 2 Handsets 2 Belt clips
Line cord
AC power
adaptor
Base Layout
Base Station
1. Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack (RJ11C), and
place your cordless telephone on a level surface, such as a desktop or tabletop, or
you may mount it on the wall.
2 Handset
battery packs
2 Battery
compartment doosr
Charge cradle
black wire
red wire
battery
pack
PRESS DOWN
FIRMLY
4. Insert the battery pack.
5. Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place.
Call Waiting Caller ID
Provided yousubscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID ser vice fromyour phone company; 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. Only the handset that is in use at the time
of the call will display and store the Call Waiting Caller ID information.
• When you hear the call waiting beep in the handset receiver, press the flash/prog
button to put the current call on hold and answer the incoming call.
Receiving CID Records
When you receive a call, the Caller ID information is transmitted between the first
and second ring. The Caller ID information appears on the display while the phone
rings, giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to
answer the call.
Storing CID Records (In CID Memory)
If you are not at home or cannot answer,your telephone’s Caller ID memory stores
the data for the 40 most recent calls you received so you can see who called while
you were unavailable. When the 41st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st
call) is automatically deleted.
You may review the stored information at any time. Calls received since your last
review show as NEW in the display. Calls that have not been previously reviewed but
were received from the same number more than once show as REPT in the display.
Reviewing CID Records
As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know
how many calls have been received. To scroll CID records:
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
2. Press the Caller I D/vol (-) button to review the newest CID record.
3. Press the Caller I D/vol (+) 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 Cal ler ID/vol ( - or + ) button to display the desired record.
3. Press the talk/end call back button. The number dials automatically.
NOTE: Depending on (a) how the incoming caller’s phone number
is formatted when it is received, and (b) whether or not you
previously pre-programmed your local area code into the set up
menu, you may need to adjust the format of the incoming caller’s
stored phone number before making the call, press the format/
mute button to adjust the number, and try again
Available formats include:
Number of digits Explanation Example
Eleven digits long distance code “1 ” 1-317-888-8888
+3-digit area code
+7-digit telephone number.
Ten digits 3-digit area code + 317-888-8888
7-digit telephone number.
Seven digits 7-digit telephone number. 888-8888
Storing CID Records in Internal Memory
You may also store CID information in the phone’s internal memory.
NOTE: It is important that you format CID records correctly
BEFORE storing in internal memory as you cannot reformat CID
records stored in memory.
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
2. Use the Caller ID/v ol (- or +) button to scroll to the desired CID record.
3. Press the mem button.
4. Use the touch-tone pad to enter a memory location (0-9) to store the number in
that memory location. You will hear a confirmation tone.
NOTE: If the memory location is occupied, REPLACE MEMO? is
displayed, and you must confirm replacement by pressing the
mem button.
NOTE: Press the *exit button once to keep the previous setting
(making no changes) and return to the menu.
NOTE: If the selected CID record contains 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.
To Replace a Stored CID Record
1. Repeat steps 1 through 4 in Storing CID Records in Internal Memory. After you
enter 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.
Deleting a CID Record
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (ot in TALK mode).
2. Use the Caller ID/vol ( - or + ) button to display the CID record you want to delete.
3. Press del/chan The display shows DELETE CALL ID?
4. Press del/chan again to erase the record and the next Caller ID record shows in
the display. You will hear a confirmation tone.
NOTE: Press the *exit key to return to the standby mode.
Deleting All CID Records
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the Caller ID/vol ( - or + ) button to display any Caller ID record.
3. Press and hold the del/chan button until DELETE ALL? shows in the display.
4. Press del/chan again to erase all records. You will hear a confirmation tone. The
display shows NO CALLS.
NOTE: Press the *exit key to return to the standby mode.
day/check
(button)
min (minute
button)
hour (button)

The remote feature lets you perform the following functions:
To Press this Button
Review message 1
Play back message 2
Stop message play back 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 touch-tone pad 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
(not in TALK mode), follow these steps:
1. Press trans/answer button.
2. Press *exit.
3. Enter the three numbers to be used as the new security code.
4. Press *exit again.
5. You will hear the new security code being repeated to confirm the change.
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 the talk/end/call back 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
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use
only the Thomson Inc. Nickel-Cadmium battery model 5-2548,
which is compatible with this unit.
1. Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace battery.
2. Remove the battery compartment door.
3. Disconnect the battery plug from the jack inside the battery compartment and
remove the battery pack from the handset.
4. Insert the new battery pack and connect the batttery plug to the jack inside the
handset battery compartment.
5. Put the battery compartment door back on.
6. Place handset in the base to charge.
7. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 16 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.
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
Nickel-Cadmium
battery listed in the User’s Guide.
Memory
Each handset can store up to ten 24-digit numbers with up to 15-character names
in memory for quick dialing. This memory feature is in addition to the CID memory
log, which stores up to 40 CID records in each handset.
Storing a Name 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 (0 through 9) or use Caller ID /vol ( + or - ) to
scroll to the desired memory location.
NOTE: If the memory location is occupied, the memory location
number and stored name and telephone number shows in the
display. If the memory location is empty, EMPTY shows 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 touch-tone pad on the handset to enter the name (up to 15 characters)
and press the memory button to save. More than one letter is stored in each of
the number keys. For example, to enter the name 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. Wait for one second. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L.
Press the 1 key to insert a space between the L and the S. 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 letter T; press the 4 key twice for the letter H.
NOTE: If you make a mistake press the del/chan button to
backspace and erase the wrong character(s) or number(s).
6. Press the mem button to save the name. The display shows ENTER TEL NUMBR.
7. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the telephone number you want to store (up to
24 digits).
NOTE: The system treats PAUSES as delays or spaces in the
dialing sequence.
8. Press mem again to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.
Storing the Last Number Dialed
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.
To replace an old number with a new 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 again to replace the old number with the new number.You
will hear a confirmation tone.
Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence of a
Stored Number
If a pause is needed to wait for a dial or access tone, press the #pause button to
insert a delay in dialing sequence of a stored number (for example, after you dial
9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer access tone.) Pause shows in the
display as a P, and each pause counts as one digit in the dialing sequence.
Changing a Stored Number
1. Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and Number in Memory.
2. Press the mem button, and REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display.
3. Press the mem button to store the number.You will hear a confirmation tone.
Reviewing and Deleting Stored Numbers
1. To review stored numbers, press the memory button, and use the Caller ID/ vol ( -
or + ) button to scroll to the memory location, or press the corresponding number
key for a desired memory location (0-9).
2. When the data shows in the display, press the del/chan button. The display
shows DELETE?
3. Press del/chan again to delete the data. The display shows DELETED.
Dialing a Stored Number
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the Ttalk/end/call back button.
2. Press the mem button.
3. Press the memory location (0-9). The number dials automatically.
- OR -
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the mem button.
3. Use the touch-tone pad or the Caller ID/vol ( - or + ) button to scroll to the number
you want to dial.
4. Press the talk/end/call back button. The number dials automatically.
Chain Dialing from Memory
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence of numbers, such as calling
card calls to a frequently called long distance number.Each par t of the sequence is
dialed from memory. The following example shows you how to 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 (in TALK mode).
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.
TIP: Wait for the access tones before pressing the next mem
button, or your call may not go through.
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 ans on/off button must be ON in order for the MESSAGES
indicator to work.
NOTE: The answering system displays - - when it is off.
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 press talk/end/call back to speak to
the caller. The answering system automatically stops recordingwhen 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.
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:
1. Press the trans/answer button to access the answering system.
2. Listen as the caller leaves a message.
3. Press the talk/end/call back button to speak to the person or press the trans/
answer button to stop screening the call.
Message Playback
The messages indicator lets you know when you have messages. To play messages,
press the play/stop button.
While a message is playing, you can do the following:
• Press the play/stop button to stop the message playback.
• Press and release the review
7 button to restart the current message; continue
to press and release the review 7 button to go to previous messages.
• Press and release the skip
8 button to go to the next message.
• Press and release the delete button to erase current message.
Memory Full
When the answering system memory is full, the base unit displays an F and the
system answers after 10 rings. You should erase some messages so the answering
system may record new messages.
NOTE: The maximum recording time of an incoming message is
about 3 minutes each and the total allowable recording time is
about 11minutes.
Erasing Messages
You may erase messages three ways: one message at a time from the base; all
messages from the base; or one message at a time from the handset or a phone in
another location.
1. To erase one message at a time from the base:
• Press play/stop. The message plays.
• Press and release the delete button.
2. To erase all reviewed messages from the base:
• Press and hold the delete button until the unit beeps.
3. To erase a message from the handset:
• Press trans/answer button to enter into the handset remote access operation.
• Press play/stop on the handset (the 2 button). The message plays.
• Press delete (the 0 button) to erase the message during message playback.
NOTE: Erased messages cannot be restored. Be careful when
pressing the erase button because if the next unheard message
has started to play, it will also be erased.
Leaving a Memo
Use the memo feature to leave a message.
1. Press and hold the memo button on the base. You must hold the button down
until you finish recording the memo.
2. Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
3. Release the memo button when you are finished.
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.
Cordless Handset
The handset contains integrated buttons that enables you to access the answering
system with the handset.
1. Press the trans/answer button to access the answering system.
2. Use the corresponding handset keys just like you would use the base buttons
(see “Answering System Setup”). The button functions are located on the handset
below each number key. For example, to play messages:
• Press the trans/answer button. The display shows ANSWERER REMOTE.
• Press 2 (play/stop).
• When you are finished listening to your messages, press the trans/answer
button again.
Accessing the Answering System from Another Location
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.
NOTE: If the answering system memory is full, it 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, the phone
hangs up.
NOTE: The unit will hang up after 3 failed attempts to input
correct security code.
1. Dial thetelephonenumber to whichthe answeringsystem is connected to.
2. Enter the security code after you hear the tone.
3. Follow the voice menu to use the answering system’s remote functions.
Answering System Display Messages
The following indicators show the status of the answering system.
- - Answerer off.
0-59 Total number of messages.
An (blinking) Currently answering a call.
CL (blinking) The voice time/day stamp needs set .
F (blinking) Memory is full.
LA (Line Access) External line remote answerer.
Six bars (blinking) Recording a memo or announcement.
Handset Sound Signals
Signal Meaning
Along warbling tone (with ringer on) Signals an incoming call
Three short beeps (several times) Page signal
Singlebeep every 7 seconds Low battery warning
Two short beeps Error tone
Troubleshooting Guide
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 wall 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
noise on the line, or that an invalid message has been sent from the telephone company.
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 16 hours).
• Ensure the battery pack is installed correctly.
• Did the handset beep when you pressed the talk/end/call back 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 16 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?
NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your
Thomson 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.
Accessory Information
To place order,have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready
and call toll-free 1-800-338-0376.
A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering. We are required by law to
collect appropriate sales tax for each individual state, country, and locality to which
the merchandise is being sent. Items are subject to availability.
DESCRIPTION MODEL NO.
AC Power adaptor 5-2512
Belt Clip 5-2622
Headset 5-2425
Handset Replacement Battery 5-2548
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.
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.
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 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.
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 Thomson 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:
Thomson Inc.
Manager, Consumer Relations
P O Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Attach your sales receipt to the guide 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.
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 refurbishedunit . 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:
Thomson Inc.
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. Thomson Inc. accepts no liability in case of
damage or loss.
• A new 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 is the only warranty applicable to 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 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 remedyof the
consumer. ThomsonInc. shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breachof any express or
implied warranty on this product. This disclaimer of warranties and limited warranty
are governed by the laws of the state of Indiana. Except to the extent prohibited by
applicable law, any implied warranty of merchantabilityor fitness for a particular
purpose on this product is limited to the 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.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
Display and Caller ID Messages
The following indicators show the status of a message or of the unit.
ANSWERER REMOTE Indicates the answering system is being accessed
remotely.
BLOCKED CALL The call is coming from a number that has been
blocked from transmission.
BLOCKED NAME The caller ’s name is blockedfrom transmission.
CALL WAITING Indicates a call is waiting on the line.
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.
EMPTY Indicates a memory location is vacant.
END OF LIST Indicates that there is no additional information in
Caller ID memory.
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.
ERROR Caller information is interrupted during transmission,
or the phone is excessively noisy.
INCOMPLETE DATA Caller information has been interrupted during
transmission or the telephoneline is excessively noisy.
LONG DISTANCE Indicatesthe CID record is a long distance number.
LOW BATTERY Indicates the battery needs to be charged.
NEW Indicates call or calls have not been reviewed.
NO CALLS Indicates no calls have been received.
NO DATA NoCaller ID information was received.
PAGING The PAGEbutton has been pressed on the base.
PLEASE REGISTER Handsets have not been previously registered.
Once the handsets have completed registration
successfully, HANDSET 1 and HANDSET 2 will show on
the handset’s display.
PRESS TALK KEY Indicates the CID number is a Direct Dial Number (DDN)
and cannot be formatted.
REPT Repeat call message. Indicates that a new call from
the same number was received more than once.
TRANSFERRING The handset is transferring a call or receiving notice to
accept a transferred call.
UNAVAILABLE Indicates other handset is off-hook or accessing
answerer.
UNKNOWN NAME/ The incoming call is from an area not serviced by
CALLER/NUMBER Caller ID or the information was not sent.