GE 27956 User manual

Model 27956
DECT6.0 Cordless Handset
with Picture Caller ID
& Slide Show
User’s Guide
Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 4 handsets
(by purchase of optional Model 27911 handset with charge cradle)
Quick
Start
on page 7

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Important Information
NOTICE: This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specications.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference, and () This device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection. The
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not
prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certied equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations
made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the
telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the
equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of
the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe systems, if present,
are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but
should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as
appropriate.
NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone
company.
Interference Information
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy which may interfere
with residential radio and television reception if not properly installed and used
in accordance with instructions contained in this manual. Reasonable protection
against such interference is ensured, although there is no guarantee this will not
occur in a given installation. If interference is suspected and veried by switching
this equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures: Reorient the radio/television receiver’s
antenna, relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment and
receiver into separate circuit outlets. The user may also wish to consult a qualied
radio/television technician for additional suggestions. This equipment has been fully
tested and complies with all limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15
FCC Rules and Regulations.

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Telephone Network Information
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone
network, the telephone company, where practicable, may notify you that temporary
discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and
the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily
discontinue service immediately.
The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities,
equipment, operations or procedures where such action is required in the operation
of its business. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of
your telephone equipment, the telephone company will likely give you adequate
notice to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.
Notice must be given to the telephone company upon termination of your telephone
from your line.
REN Number
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your
telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is
called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one
line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect
to your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone
company.
REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,47,009.

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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 0 centimeters between the radiator and your body. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.”
Information for DECT Product
This telephone is compliant with the DECT 6.0 standard which
operates in the 1.9GHz to 1.9GHz frequency range. Installation of
this equipment is subject to notication and coordination with UTAM.
Any relocation of this equipment must be coordinated through and
approved by UTAM. UTAM may be contacted at 1-800-49-886.

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Table of Contents
Important Information .............................2
Interference Information .........................2
Telephone Network Information .............3
REN ...............................................................3
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) .............3
Licensing .....................................................3
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement ..4
Information for DECT Product .................4
Quick Start ..................................................7
Introduction ................................................8
Before You Begin ........................................8
Parts Checklist...........................................8
Telephone Jack Requirements ...............9
Installation .................................................9
Digital Security System ..............................9
Important Installation Guidelines ..........9
Handset Layout ....................................... 10
Base Layout ............................................. 11
Installing the Phone ............................... 12
Installing the Handset Battery ............. 1
Installing the Base/Photo Frame ........ 1
Changing the Photo Frame ................... 14
Wall Mounting ............................................. 14
Programming the Photo Frame ........... 15
Specications .............................................. 15
Frame Setup 15
Adding Photos ............................................. 15
Picture-Caller ID Setup ............................ 17
Add New Picture Caller ID Link ........ 17
Edit Existing Picture Caller ID Link .. 19
Delete Existing Picture Caller ID Link 19
Delete Photos .............................................. 19
Frame Preferences .................................... 0
Frame Display Mode............................. 0
Slide Show Setup .................................... 1
Power Saver ............................................. 1
Frame On/Off Time .............................. 
Brightness ................................................ 
Language .................................................. 
Reset All Settings ........................................ 
Programming the Telephone ................ 23
Handset Setup............................................. 
Language .................................................. 4
Ring Volume ............................................. 4
Tones ........................................................... 4
Auto Talk .................................................... 5
Handset Name ........................................ 5
Base Setup .................................................... 6
Area Code .................................................. 6
Dial Mode ................................................... 6
Date/Time ...................................................... 6
Registration .................................................. 7
De-Registration ........................................... 8
Telephone Operation ............................. 28
Charge Indicator on Base ...................... 8
Making a Call ............................................... 8
Answering Calls .......................................... 9
Inserting a Pause in the Dialing
Sequence ................................................ 9
Redial ............................................................... 9
Editing a Redial Record Before
Dialing ...................................................... 0
Storing a Redial Record in
Phone Book ............................................ 0
Deleting a Redial Record ........................ 0
Deleting All Redial Records .................... 1
Call Timer ....................................................... 1
Auto Standby ............................................... 1
Ringer On/Off ............................................... 1
Flash ................................................................. 1

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Mute ................................................................. 
Page ................................................................. 
Receiver Volume Control ........................ 
Intercom Operation .................................. 
Handset to Handset Intercom Call 
Three-way Conferencing .................... 
Caller ID (CID) ........................................... 33
Call Waiting Caller ID................................ 4
Receiving CID Records ............................. 4
Storing CID Records (In CID Memory) 4
Reviewing CID Records ........................... 4
Dialing a CID Number .............................. 5
Formatting a CID Number Before
Dialing ...................................................... 5
Storing CID Records into Phone Book 6
Deleting a CID Record .............................. 6
Deleting All CID Records ......................... 7
Phone Book .............................................. 38
Adding Phone Book Entries ................... 8
Reviewing Phone Book Records ......... 8
Editing a Phone Book Record ............... 9
Deleting a Phone Book Record ............ 9
Dialing a Phone Book Record ............... 40
Chain Dialing from Phone Book .......... 40
Changing the Battery............................. 41
Battery Safety Precautions ................... 42
Display Messages ................................... 43
Handset Sound Signals .......................... 44
Troubleshooting Guide .......................... 44
Telephone Solutions ............................. 44
Caller ID Solutions .................................. 45
Battery ........................................................ 45
Photo Frame ............................................ 45
General Product Care ............................. 46
Causes of Poor Reception...................... 47
Warranty .................................................. 48
Accessory Information........................... 49
Index .......................................................... 50
Table of Contents

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Quick Start
1. Insert the legs of the metal stand into the holes on the bottom of the base,
push until they snap into place.
2. Connect the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the
back of the base and the other end into a modular jack.
3. Connect the DC connector into
the jack on the back of the base
and the AC power adaptor into
an electrical outlet. Once power
is activated, frame will display
sample slideshow.
4. Connect the handset battery.
5. Insert a compatible memory card into the slot on the side of frame.
6. Press the menu/ok button to begin programming.

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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.
Handset
Telephone
line cord
AC power
adaptor
Handset
battery pack
Battery
compartment
cover
TALK
/
AM
NEW
Metal stand
Base w/Silver
frame attached
Additional
Black frame
6-in. Telephone
line cord

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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 nd 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.
INSTALLATION NOTE: 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 ovens, or VCR. If such interference
continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these appliances.
Certain other communications devices may also use the 1.9 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 1.9 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 Guidelines
• Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, uorescent 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 specically
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.
Modular
telephone line
jack
Wall plate

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Handset Layout
TALK
/AM
NEW
display
format
(button)
# pause
(button)
phonebook
(button)
redial
(button)
*/tone
(button)
menu
(button)
talk/call back
(button)
cid/vol4
(Caller ID/
volume button)
mute/clear/
ringer on/
off (button) microphone
ash/exit
(button)
cid/vol3
(Caller ID/volume
button)

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Base Layout
display
menu/ok
(button)
navigational
3456
(buttons)
exit
(button)
page
(button) memory
card slot
charge
(indicator)

1
Installing the Phone
Installing the Handset Battery
NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of re or personal injury, use
only the Thomson Inc. approved Nickel-metal Hydride (Ni-MH)
battery model 5-2734, that is compatible with this unit.
1. Locate the battery which is packaged inside a plastic bag and is separate from
the handset.
. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset.
. 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.
4. Insert the battery pack.
5. Close the battery compartment by placing the handset back cover slightly higher
than the handset, then slide the cover down into position.

1
Installing the Base/Photo Frame
1. Insert the legs of the metal stand into the holes on the bottom of the base, push
until they snap into place.
. 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.
. Connect one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the back of
the base and the other end into a modular jack.
4. Connect the AC power adaptor into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into
the jack on the back of the base.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of personal injury, re, or damage
use only the 5- 2833 power adaptor listed in the user’s guide.
This power adaptor is intended to be correctly orientated in a
vertical or oor mount position.
5. Place the handset in the base cradle. The charge indicator illuminates verifying
the battery is charging.
Allow the phone to charge for 14 hours prior to rst use. If you don’t properly
charge the phone, battery performance is compromised.

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Changing the Photo Frame
Detaching the Photo Frame;
Push on the tabs gently until they
pop loose.
Attaching the Photo Frame;
Align the frame (refer to the
markings on the back of the
frame for the correct placement)
and gently snap onto the base.
Wall Mounting
NOTE: Remove the wire stand, if attached, by pressing on the tabs
and sliding each leg out individually.
1. Connect the AC power adaptor into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into
the jack on the back of the base.
. Connect one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the back of the base,
feed the line cord through the groove, then connect the the other end into the
modular telephone jack.
. Slip the mounting holes (on the back of the base) over the wall plate posts and
rmly slide the unit down into place.

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Programming the Photo Frame
Specications:
The Photo Frame is compatible with SD and XD memory cards, or Sony memory sticks
(Sony MS compatible ONLY with an SD adaptor), JPEG Image le formats and has an
Internal Memory capacity of MB (approx. 100 photos at maximum of M/photo).
Frame Setup
A menu structure allows access to all of the built-in features. You may program
the following items in the main menu: Add Photos to Internal Memory, Picture-
Caller ID Setup, Delete Photos from Internal Memory, Frame Preferences and
Reset All Settings.
NOTE: During programming, all handsets must be OFF (not in talk
mode).
NOTE: Press the exit button repeatedly to return to an upper
level menu or to return to the photo screen. After 60 seconds of
inactivity, the frame will automatically exit programming mode
and return to the photo screen without saving any changes.
NOTE: The handset cannot access nor navigate the Frame Setup menu.
NOTE: If photo display "freezes" during programming, wait for
several minutes to allow for reset. If reset does not happen after
two minutes, disconnect power to reboot.
Adding Photos to Internal Memory
This option allows you to view thumbnails of photos and folders, and navigate the le
structure of photos that are on an inserted memory card. You can also add photos
from the memory card to the phone’s memory. (refer to your camera instructions on
how to properly format and transfer photos.)
NOTE: The photo frame is shipped with 4 default photos that
will activate the slide show. After the rst photo is added from a
memory card the default photos are deactivated and only the new
photo(s) stored to internal memory can be accessed.
1. Insert a loaded memory card into the slot on the side of the base, behind the frame.
. Press the menu/ok button to go to the main menu.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Add Photos to Internal Memory.
4. Press the menu/ok button to conrm, the contents of the root directory are
displayed.

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NOTE: If no memory card is detected, the screen displays No
memory card is available. Check memory card installation, scroll to
Retry or Cancel, and press the menu/ok button again.
5. Press the menu/ok button.
You may now select an entire folder or individual photos to add to the internal
memory.
To select an entire folder:
1. Use the navigational buttons to position the green box around the desired folder.
. Press the menu/ok button. The screen displays What would you like to do?,
along with the following options;
Open this folder - displays contents of folder for viewing
(you may also make individual photo selections from here)
Add this folder to internal memory - adds entire contents to internal memory
Cancel - returns to the root directory
. Use the navigational buttons to scroll to desired option
4. Press the menu/ok button.
Open this folder - after viewing thumbnails, press the exit button to return to
main menu
OR
select individual photos (reference section; To select a photo)
Add this folder to internal memory - press the exit button to return to main
menu
Cancel - press the exit button to return to main menu
To select a photo:
1. Use the navigational buttons to scroll to position the green box around the
desired photo.
. Press the menu/ok button. The screen displays Reading card, do not remove and
a check appears in the lower corner of the photo thumbnail. Repeat as necessary
to select desired photos.
. Press the exit button twice to return to photo screen.
NOTE: To cancel folder or photo upload, press the exit button.
However, the photos already copied to the internal memory before
pressing exit, will remain.

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NOTE: If internal memory is full, the screen displays Internal
Memory Full. File Copy Error. Press the exit button to return to main
menu. You will need to delete some pictures or folders in order to
load more pictures.
Picture-Caller ID Setup
You can set up a link so that a caller’s photo appears when you receive a call from
them. The links can be edited or deleted.
1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
. Press the menu/ok button to go to the main menu.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Picture-Caller ID Setup.
4. Press the menu/ok button to conrm and select from the following items:
Add new Picture-Caller ID Link, Edit existing Picture-Caller ID Link,
and Delete existing Picture-Caller ID Link.
Add New Picture Caller ID Link (PCIDL)
From the Picture-Caller ID Setup menu:
1. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Add new Picture-Caller ID Link.
. Press the menu/ok button to conrm and select from the following items:
Use CID Records or Enter Caller’s Info.
Use Caller ID Records
From the Add new Picture-Caller ID Link menu:
1. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Use CID Records.
. Press the menu/ok button to select.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to the CID you wish to add.
NOTE: The Use CID Records screen DOES NOT display associated
PCIDL's. Review existing PCIDL's before adding possible duplicates.
4. Press the menu/ok button to select.
5. Use the navigational buttons to position the green box around the desired eld.
6. Press the menu/ok button to enter.
to input Name:
• Press the 4 button for letter A
• Press and hold the 5 or 6 button to scroll through the uppercase alphabet
(A-Z), lowercase alphabet (a-z), numbers (0-9), and special characters
(<space> . , ? ! + - : ’ ” # * @ \ / _ ( ) = § ).

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• Press the 4 button to move the ashing cursor to the right.
• Press the 3 button to delete a digit.
• Press the menu/ok button to save.
to input Linked Photo:
• Use the navigational buttons to select the desired photo or folder (selecting
a folder will enable all photos in folder to cycle for the Caller ID instead of just
one photo)
• Press the menu/ok button to select. The screen displays Are you sure? No
Yes. Select Yes to save or No to return to photo selection,
to edit Telephone Number:
• Press the 3 button to delete digits.
• Use the 5 or 6 button to re-enter number.
7. Use the navigational buttons to highlight Save & Exit.
8. Press the menu/ok button to save and return to Use CID Records menu.
NOTE: The Use CID Records screen DOES NOT display associated
PCIDL's. Review existing PCIDL's before adding possible duplicates.
9. Press the exit button repeatedly to return to the photo screen.
Note: If internal memory is too full to store any more of photos to
CID links, then when user selects Picture- Caller ID Setup, an alert
panel appears: Phone memory is full. Delete some pictures or
folders to free up some space. Would you like to do that now? Yes
No. Selecting No exits to the Frame Setup Menu with Picture- Caller
ID Setup highlighted; Selecting Yes goes to the Delete Photos from
Interal Memory screen.
Enter Caller's Information
From the Add new Picture-Caller ID Link menu:
1. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Enter Caller's Info.
. Press the menu/ok button to select.
. Repeat Steps 5-9 in the Use CID Records Section to enter information.

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Edit Existing Picture Caller ID Link (PCIDL)
If you’ve already set up a PCIDL, you can edit the name, number, or photo link.
From the Picture-Caller ID Setup menu:
1. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Edit existing Picture-Caller ID Link.
. Press the menu/ok button to conrm.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to the PCIDL you wish to edit.
4. Press the menu/ok button to select. Make any edits necessary.
5. Use the navigational buttons to scroll to Save & Exit.
6. Press the menu/ok button to save changes.
7. Press the exit button repeatedly to return to the photo screen.
Delete Existing Picture Caller ID Link (PCIDL)
This option allows you to erase a PCIDL that you no longer need.
From the Picture-Caller ID Setup menu:
1. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Delete existing Picture-Caller ID Link.
. Press the menu/ok button to conrm.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to the PCIDL you wish to delete.
4. Press the menu/ok button to select. The screen displays Are you sure? No Yes.
5. Use the 5 or 6 button to select No or Yes.
6. Press the exit button repeatedly to return to photo screen.
NOTE: Deleting a PCIDL does NOT delete any photos or folders
that are linked to the photo or folder. The photos and folders are
preserved in internal memory.
Delete Photos from Internal Memory
This option allows you to remove photos from the photo frame's internal memory.
1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
. Press the menu/ok button to go to the main menu.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Delete Photos from Internal Memory.
4. Press the menu/ok button to conrm, thumbnail view displayed.
5. Press the navigational buttons to select a photo or folder to delete, use the
menu/ok button to open folders.
6. Press the menu/ok button to conrm. The screen displays Are you sure? PCID
will also be deleted. No Yes.

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5. Use the 5 or 6 button to select No or Yes.
NOTE: When a picture or folder is deleted, it will unlink all PCIDL's
associated with the photo or folder, it does NOT delete the
associated name and number.
After deleting a picture or folder, the picture or folder that was
before the deleted photo or folder is now highlighted in the
thumbnail view as a convenience so that you can continue deleting
pictures or folders.
Note: If Delete Photos from Internal Memory is selected and if no
PCIDLs have been put into internal memory with Add Photos to
Internal Memory, then the screen displays this alert: You have not
placed any photos in phone memory. for 3 seconds, after which the
Frame Setup menu is displayed and Delete Photos from Internal
Memory is highlighted.
Note: Delete Photos from Internal Memory is only for deleting a
photo or folder from the phone’s internal memorym, it cannot be
used to delete a photo or folder from a memory card.
Frame Preferences
1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode).
. Press the menu/ok button to go to the main menu.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Frame Preferences.
4. Press the menu/ok button to conrm and select from the following settings:
Frame Display Mode, Slide Show Setup, Frame On/Off Time, Power Saver,
Brightness and Language.
Frame Display Mode
Choose to display a photo slide show and/or clock in the picture frame
From the Frame Preferences menu:
1. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to Frame Display Mode.
. Press the menu/ok button to conrm.
. Use the 5 or 6 button to scroll to desired option. The default setting is Slide
Show w/Clock.
4. Press the menu/ok button to save. The screen displays Saved.
5. Press the exit button repeatedly to return to the photo screen.