GE 30234 User manual

Model number:
30234
AMPLIFIED SPEAKERPHONE WITH
VIBRATING ALERT

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Introduction
Important installation guidelines........1
Getting started
Parts checklist..............................................2
Telephone base layout.............................3
Back and side views..................................4
Installing backup batteries ....................5
Installing on a desk or table ..................6
Installing on a wall.....................................7
Settings
Display language........................................8
Contrast ..........................................................8
Local area code...........................................8
Telephone operation
Speakerphone..............................................9
Placing a call.................................................9
Answering a call.......................................10
Amplified audio.........................................10
Equalizer .....................................................10
Volume..........................................................11
Neckloop Jack...........................................11
Mute...............................................................11
Vibrating alerter .......................................11
Flash ..............................................................11
Redial.............................................................11
Memory
To store a number in memory...........12
To add a pause to a memory
location......................................................12
To change a stored number...............12
To dial a number from memory........12
To dial from the Programmable
Emergency Call Buttons....................13
Chain dialing from memory................13
Caller ID
Call Waiting with Caller ID...................14
Caller ID record.........................................14
Review caller ID records.......................15
Dial from caller ID records...................15
Caller ID display messages.................16
Store caller ID record into
memory.....................................................16
To replace a stored caller ID record
in memory................................................16
Delete a caller ID record in caller ID
record.........................................................17
Delete all caller ID records in caller
ID record ...................................................17
Appendix
Troubleshooting guide..........................18
General Product Care............................20
Equipment Approval Information ....21
Important Safety Instructions ...........24
Limited Warranty.....................................27
Index..............................................................29
Table of contents

Introduction
CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety
instructions that should always be followed. Refer to IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 24 for more details.
This phone is intended for use by those individuals with mild to severe
hearing loss. This product is designed with special volume and frequency
controls, including a three-band equalizer for adjusting the audio tone.
AMPLIFY OVERRIDE CAUTION
When the AMPLIFY Override switch is set to ON, the telephone increases the
volume of the handset much higher than that of conventional telephones
and could be uncomfortable for individuals with normal hearing. Turn the
AMPLIFY Override switch to OFF if the volume level is uncomfortable.
Please read this manual very carefully before using your 30234 and keep
it for future reference. If you have any questions or problems, consult the
Troubleshooting guide on page 18 for help. Or you may visit our website
at www.gephones.com for additional information.
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.
• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
• Never install telephones or jacks in wet locations.
• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW
HEAD WITHIN
THE TRIANGLE IS
A WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU
OF “DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN
THE TRIANGLE IS
A WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU
OF IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
WARNING: TO PREVENT
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
1

Getting started
2
Parts checklist
Your telephone package includes the items shown below.
Telephone jack requirements
To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type
modular telephone jack installed on your line.
If you do not have a modular jack, call your
telephone service provider to find out how to have
one installed. If you have DSL high speed Internet
service, a DSL filter is required (not included).
Contact your DSL service provider for more
information about DSL filters.
Telephone base
User’s manual
Vibrating Alerter Telephone
line cord
Handset
coiled cord Power adapter
Handset
Modular
telephone
jack
Model number:
30234
AMPLIFIED SPEAKERPHONE WITH
VIBRATING ALERT

Getting started
3
Telephone base layout
Rotating
handset tab
for desk/wall
mounting
DEL
button
MENU
button
DIAL
button
CID /
buttons
AMPLIFY
button
REDIAL button
EXIT/FLASH
button
STORE button
TONE
EQUALIZER
MUTE button
SPEAKER
button
#/PAUSE button
VOLUME /
buttons
Programmable
Emergency Call
buttons

Getting started
4
Back and side views
Telephone
line jack
DATA jack for another
phone or data modem
AMPLIFY Override Switch
BACK view
SIDE view
RINGER VOL
(HIGH/LOW/OFF)
switch
RINGER PITCH
(HIGH/LOW) switch
NECKLOOP jack
(neckloop not included -
see page 11 for more
information)
VIBRATING ALERT jack
See Important Safety Instructions on page 24.
AMPLIFY OVERRIDE CAUTION
When set to “ON”, the Amplify Override switch increases the volume of the handset
much higher than that of conventional telephones and could be uncomfortable for
individuals with normal hearing. Turn the Amplify Override switch to the “OFF” position
if the volume level is uncomfortable.

Getting started
5
Installing backup batteries
CAUTION: Disconnect the telephone cord from the wall outlet before
installing or replacing the batteries.
In case of a power outage, the phone uses 4 AA alkaline batteries (not
included) for backup power, incoming voice amplification, and visual ringer
functions.
NOTE: If no batteries are installed, the low battery icon will flash on the screen.
1. Unplug the power adapter and the telephone line before installing
batteries.
2. Press the tab to release the battery compartment cover on the bottom of
the base.
3. Insert 4 AA-size alkaline batteries as shown on the engraving in the
battery compartment.
4. Replace the battery compartment cover.
5. Re-attach the power adapter and the telephone line cord to the unit.
NOTE: To prevent product damage from battery leakage, remove the batteries if
storing the unit for more than 30 days.

Getting started
6
Installing on a desk or table
1. Choose an area near a
telephone modular jack
(RJ11C), and place your
telephone on a level
surface, such as a desktop
or tabletop (for wall
mounting, see instructions
on page 7).
2. Plug one end of the
handset coiled cord into
the bottom of the handset
(near the mouthpiece)
and the other end of the cord into the handset jack (on the left side of the
base), then place the handset onto the base cradle.
3. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the LINE jack at the top of the
base and the other end into a modular jack. Please Note: If you have DSL
high speed Internet service, a DSL filter is required (not included). Contact
your DSL service provider for more information about DSL filters.
4. If you have another device (e.g. an additional telephone or data modem)
that needs to be connected to the telephone line, please connect it to the
DATA jack at the top of the base.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of personal injury, fire, or damage, use only the
power adapter provided with this product. This power adapter is
intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position.
5. Plug the power adapter into an electrical outlet and into the jack engraved
“9V DC” at the top of the base. Do not use an electrical outlet controlled by
a wall switch.
6. You can flip open the kick-stands on the bottom of the base for a better
viewing angle when placed on a desktop.
7. Make sure the rotating handset tab shown on page 3 is rotated to the
DESK position.
8. Adjust the VOLUME buttons ( /) to the desired listening level. Adjust
the RINGER VOLUME switch to the desired setting: HI, LOW or OFF. You
can also adjust the pitch of the ringer by setting the RINGER PITCH switch
(HIGH/LOW).

Getting started
7
The unit is properly installed if you pick up the handset and hear a dial tone.
If you do not hear a dial tone, re-check all installation steps.
Installing on a wall
1. Make sure the rotating handset tab is in
the WALL position (see page 3) and
batteries have been properly installed.
2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord
into the LINE jack at the top of the base.
Please Note: If you have DSL high speed
Internet service, a DSL filter is required
(not included). Contact your DSL service
provider for more information about
DSL filters.
3. Close the kick-stands on the bottom of
the base.
4. Thread the line cord through the groove as shown and plug the end into
the modular telephone jack. Excess telephone line can be tucked into the
recessed area at the bottom of the telephone base.
5. Slip the mounting holes (on the bottom of the base) over the wall plate
posts on the modular jack and slide the unit down firmly into place.
6. Plug the power adapter into the jack engraved “9V DC” at the top of the
base, then plug the other end into an electrical outlet not controlled by a
wall switch.
7. Plug one end of the handset coiled cord into the bottom of the handset
(near the mouthpiece) and the other end of the cord into the handset jack
(on the left side of the base), then place the handset onto the base cradle.
8. Adjust the VOLUME buttons ( /) to the desired listening level. Adjust
the RINGER VOLUME switch to the desired setting: HI, LOW or OFF. You
can also adjust the pitch of the ringer by setting the RINGER PITCH switch
(HIGH/LOW). The unit is properly installed if you pick up the handset and
hear a dial tone. If you do not hear a dial tone, re-check all installation
steps.

8
Settings
Display language
You can select ENGLISH (ENG), FRANCIS (FRA) or ESPAÑOL (ESP) as the
display language.
1. Press MENU until ENG FRA ESP shows on the screen.
2. Press CID ( / ) to move the cursor to select a language.
3. Press MENU again to save.
4. Press EXIT/FLASH to return to the idle mode.
Contrast
This feature allows you to adjust the contrast of the screen.
1. Press MENU until CONTRAST shows on the screen.
2. Press CID ( / ) to select level 1, 2, 3 or 4,
3. Press MENU again to save.
4. Press EXIT/FLASH to return to the idle mode.
Local area code
This telephone can use programmed area codes to determine the number
format to display when a valid Caller ID signal is received. Numbers that
match the local area code are displayed as seven digits and are used for
dialing back previous numbers. Entering your local area code will also help
you immediately know if the call is local or long distance when viewing the
caller ID records in the display.
1. Press MENU until LOCAL AREA CODE shows on the screen.
2. Use the dial pad keys to enter your 3-digit area code. If you make a
mistake, press DEL to delete a number and enter again.
3. Press MENU again to save.
4. Press EXIT/FLASH to return to the idle mode.

9
Telephone operation
Speakerphone
For hands-free operation and convenience, this unit is equipped with a
speakerphone.
For best speakerphone performance, avoid the following:
• Areas with high background noise (the microphone might pick up these
sounds and prevent the speakerphone from going into the receiving mode
when you finish talking).
• Surfaces aected by vibration.
• Recessed areas such as in a corner, under a cupboard, or next to a
cabinet, which can generate an echo eect.
Note the following guidelines when using the speakerphone:
• The speakerphone works similarly to a two-way radio (also called FRS or
“Walkie-Talkies”) in that you can only listen or talk at one time.
• Stay within 2 to 3 feet of the phone so that you can be clearly heard by the
caller.
• You can adjust the speaker volume by adjusting the VOLUME ( / )
buttons while the speakerphone is in use.
• The speakerphone indicator lights when the speakerphone is in use.
Placing a call
Handset
1. Lift the handset and listen for a dial tone.
2. Dial the number.
3. Return the handset to the base to end the call.
Speakerphone
1. Press SPEAKER on the base and listen for a dial tone.
2. Dial the number.
3. Press SPEAKER again to end the call.

Telephone operation
10
Answering a call
NOTE: Make sure the RINGER VOL switch is set to HIGH or LOW, or the phone will not
ring. The visual ring indicator will flash on all settings.
Amplified audio
You may press AMPLIFY to temporarily increase the volume of the handset
receiver or speakerphone during a call. Press AMPLIFY again to return to
normal volume level. The volume level will also return to normal after you end
the call.
If you want the amplifier automatically turned on whenever you lift the
handset, slide the AMPLIFY Override switch on the back of the unit to ON.
AMPLIFY OVERRIDE CAUTION
When set to “ON”, the Amplify Override switch increases the volume of the
handset much higher than that of conventional telephones and could be
uncomfortable for individuals with normal hearing. Turn the Amplify Override
switch to the “OFF” position if the volume level is uncomfortable.
Equalizer
This feature allows you to change the audio tone of the handset to best suit
your hearing.
1. To activate the equalizer, press AMPLIFY after you lift the handset, or any
time during a call. The AMPLIFY indicator lights up.
2. Lift the EQUALIZER cover and slide the switches up or down to adjust the
tone.
3. Your customized tone settings will be used each time when you turn on
the AMPLIFY feature.
Handset
1. Lift the handset when the telephone rings.
2. Return the handset to the base to end the call.
Speakerphone
1. Press SPEAKER to answer a call when the telephone rings.
2. Press SPEAKER again to hang up.
You may switch between speakerphone and normal handset use anytime
during a call.
Speakerphone to Handset - Lift the handset to disable speakerphone. The
speakerphone indicator turns o.
Handset to Speakerphone - Press SPEAKER, and then return the handset to
the base. The speakerphone indicator turns on and the handset is disabled.

Telephone operation
11
Volume
You can adjust the volume of both the handset and the speakerphone.
While using the handset or speakerphone, press VOLUME (/ ) to adjust
the handset volume from level 1 to 4 or the speakerphone volume from level
1 to 8. An error tone emits when the volume is adjusted to the maximum or
minimum.
Neckloop Jack (Sold Separately)
The base is equipped with a 3.5mm Neckloop jack for an optional Neckloop
device (an assistive listening device normally available through hearing
specialty manufacturers and retailers). For information about Neckloop
devices including how to purchase, contact your physician or hearing
specialist.
NOTE: The handset does not operate when a Neckloop device is plugged into the base
unit. The speakerphone can be used as normal.
Mute
Press MUTE to mute the microphone during a call. Press MUTE again
to resume conversation. A conversation can be muted while using the
speakerphone, handset or neckloop.
NOTE: This feature will be canceled when you switch between speakerphone,
neckloop and handset.
Vibrating alerter
To use the vibrating alert feature, simply plug the included vibrating alerter
into the VIBRATING ALERT jack on the right side of the base. Place the alerter
in a clean, dry location where you can feel it vibrate such as on a chair or
under a pillow, being careful when routing the cord. When the telephone
rings, the alerter will vibrate with each ring of the phone.
Flash
Press EXIT/FLASH to use custom calling services such as call waiting or call
transfer, which are available through your telephone service provider.
Redial
You may redial the last number you called by pressing the REDIAL button
after you lift the handset or press SPEAKER.
NOTE: The redial feature retains the last phone number you dialed (maximum of
32 digits) during your last call. If you pressed any numbers after dialing the phone
number (for example, when accessing a voice-menu system), those numbers are also
recorded in the redial memory.

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Memory
You can store a maximum of 13 entries in the memory for quick dialing. You
can store three numbers in the Programmable Emergency Call Buttons and
ten numbers in the dial pad keys (0-9).
IMPORTANT NOTE: The programmable Emergency Call buttons have
icons for quick identification, but they are not pre-programmed. You
must program these buttons before using them. These buttons can be
programmed with any telephone number you prefer.
To store a number in memory
1. Press STORE when the telephone is not in use. The screen then shows
LOCATION?.
2. Select a memory location from the dial key pad (0-9) or one of the
Programmable Emergency Call Buttons.
3. Press STORE and then enter the number using the dial key pad.
4. Press STORE and then enter the name using the dial key pad.
5. Press STORE again to save the record. The screen shows OK when the
entry is successfully stored.
To add a pause to a memory location
You can insert a dialing pause in the dialing sequence when storing a number
requiring a pause.
1. Follow the steps as To store a number in memory above.
2. Press and hold #PAUSE until a Pdisplays in the dialing sequence where a
pause is required (the pause time when dialing out is approximately four
seconds - if additional time is needed, press and hold #PAUSE again).
To change a stored number
Follow the same steps as To store a number in memory above. The new
numbers will overwrite the existing numbers.
To dial a number from memory
1. Lift the handset or press SPEAKER when the telephone is not in use.
2. Press DIAL followed by the key pad memory location (0-9).

Memory
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To dial from the Programmable Emergency Call Buttons
1. Lift the handset or press SPEAKER.
2. Press the desired Programmable Emergency Call Button.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Programmable Emergency Call Buttons have
icons for quick identification, but they are not pre-programmed. You
must program these buttons before using them. These buttons can be
programmed with any telephone number you prefer.
Chain dialing from memory
This feature allows you to initiate a dialing sequence from numbers stored
in the memory while you are on a call. This feature is useful if you wish to
access another numbers (such as bank account information or long distance
service) from the 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 1
Authorization Code 2
Frequently called long distance number 3
1. Lift the handset or press SPEAKER.
2. Press DIAL and then press 1.
3. When you hear the access tone, press DIAL and then press 2.
4. At the next access tone, press DIAL and then 3.

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Caller ID
IMPORTANT: To use caller ID features, you must subscribe to either the
standard name/number caller ID service or call waiting with caller ID
service. You must subscribe to call waiting with caller ID service to know
who is calling while you are on a call.
This unit receives and displays information sent by your telephone service
provider. This information may include the phone number, date and time; or
the name, phone number, date and time. The caller ID information is sent to
the telephone between the first and second ring.
PM #
NEW
CALL
10/20
10:28
317-555-1234
FRED PAGE
03
Caller
ID name
Caller ID
phone
number
Number
of calls
Date
Time
Call Waiting with Caller ID
If you subscribe to call waiting with caller ID service from your telephone
service provider, a call waiting alert sounds when you receive a second
incoming call while you are already on a call. Call Waiting with Caller ID
information will only be displayed on the handset that is in use when the
second incoming call comes.
When you hear the call waiting beep, press EXIT/FLASH to put the current
call on hold and answer the second incoming call. Press EXIT/FLASH again to
return to the original call.
Caller ID record
Your telephone can store up to 70 most recent call records. When the 71st
call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted.
You may review the stored caller ID record any time. Calls received since your
last review show as NEW on the display.

Caller ID
15
Review caller ID records
To scroll through caller ID records:
1. Press CID ( )to review the latest Caller ID record.
2. Press CID ( ) to review the oldest Caller ID record first.
Dial from caller ID records
1. Press CID ( / ) to display the desired record.
2. Press the DIAL button and the screen shows PHONE. Then lift the handset
or press SPEAKER to dial the number.
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 setting menu, you may need to adjust the format of the caller ID record
before calling. Press DIAL repeatedly to show dierent dialing options. PICKUP or ADJ
displays on the screen while you are changing the phone number format.
Available formats include:
Number of digits Descriptions Example
11 digits long distance code “1 ”
+3-digit area code
+7-digit telephone number.
1-317-888-8888
10 digits 3-digit area code +
7-digit telephone number.
317-888-8888
7 digits 7-digit telephone number. 888-8888

Caller ID
16
Caller ID display messages
Display Status
BLOCKED CALL The caller of the incoming call is registered as Private
Number and the caller ID information is withheld.
CALL WAITING A second incoming call is waiting on the line.
LOW ON steadily when battery power level is low; flashing
when no batteries are installed.
NO CALLS The caller ID memory is empty.
START/END You are at the beginning or the end of the caller ID
log.
UNKNOWN
CALLER
The incoming call does not have caller ID service or
your area does not support this service. If UNKNOWN
CALLER appears along with a calling number, the
name information for that number was not available.
Store caller ID record into memory
NOTE: Be sure to format the CID entries correctly before storing them. Stored entries
can be replaced but not edited.
1. Press CID ( / ) to scroll to the desired caller ID record when the
telephone is not in use.
2. Press STORE and the screen shows LOCATION?
3. Use the dial key pad to enter a memory location (0-9) or press one of the
Programmable Emergency Call Buttons to store the number in that
memory location.
4. Press STORE three times to save the record. The screen shows OK to
confirm.
NOTE: The system cannot store any caller ID records that contain nonnumerical
information. The screen shows UNABLE TO STORE when you are trying to save them
into the memory.
To replace a stored caller ID record in memory
Repeat step 1 to step 4 in Store caller ID record into memory above.

Caller ID
17
Delete a caller ID record in caller ID record
1. Press CID ( / ) to select the desired CID record when the telephone is
not in use.
2. Press DEL to delete the caller ID record.
NOTE: Press EXIT/FLASH to return to the idle mode.
Delete all caller ID records in caller ID record
1. Press CID ( / ) to display any caller ID record.
2. Press and hold DEL until DELETE ALL? shows on the display.
3. Press DEL again to delete all records. The screen shows NO CALLS.
NOTE: Press EXIT/FLASH to return to the idle mode.