GE 21028, 21098 User Manual

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Extra Handset and Recharge Cradlewith Call-Waiting Caller ID for Use withModels 21018, 21028 and 21098User’s GuideWe bring good things to life.21009 I MPORTANT I NFORMATIONNOTICE: This product meets the applicable Industry Canadatechnical specifications.The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method ofconnection. The customer should be aware that compliance with theabove conditions may not prevent degradation of service in somesituations.Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorizedCanadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Anyrepairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, orequipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunicationscompany cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should ensure for their own protection that the electricalground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internalmetallic water pipe systems, if present, are connected together. Thisprecaution may be particularly important in rural areas.CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connectionsthemselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspectionauthority, or electrician, as appropriate.NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin service providedby the telephone company.I NTERFERENCE INFORMATIONThis equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy whichmay interfere with residential radio and television reception if notproperly installed and used in accordance with instructionscontained in this manual. Reasonable protection against suchinterference is ensured, although there is no guarantee this will notoccur in a given installation. If interference is suspected and verifiedby switching this equipment on and off, the user is encouraged totry to correct the interference by one or more of the followingmeasures: Reorient the radio/television receiver’s antenna, relocatethe equipment with respect to the receiver, plug the equipment andreceiver into separate circuit outlets. The user may also wish toconsult a qualified radio/television technician for additionalsuggestions. This equipment has been fully tested and complieswith all limits for Class B computing devices pursuant to part 15 FCCRules and Regulations. This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) Thisdevice must accept any interference, including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device.FCC RF R ADIATION EXPOSURE S TATEMENTThis equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits setforth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should beinstalled and operated with a mininum distance of 20 centimetersbetween the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not beco-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets theFCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the belt clip suppliedwith this product. Use of other accessories may not ensurecompliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.H EARING A ID C OMPATIBILITY (HAC)This telephone system meets FCC/Industry Canada standards forHearing Aid Compatibility.PROGRAMMING THE TELEPHONEH ANDSET REGISTRATIONCAUTION: The extra handset must be registered before use.NOTE: This extra handset is only compatible with the GEModels 21018, 21028 and 21098 series.When registering a handset, make sure all handsets in the systemare OFF (not in talk mode) or registration process will fail.During the registration process, keep your handset near the base.When your handset displays:1. Press the MUTE/PROG button andHOLD BASE PAGE WAIT FORBEEP shows in the display.2. Press and hold the page button on the base of Models 21018,21028 or the page/int button on the base of Model 21098 until youhear a long beep. The handset displaysHANDSET #REGISTERED followed byHANDSET NAME.3. The handset number (1 to 4) is assigned. You may also give thehandset a specific identifying name.H ANDSET N AME1. Use the touch-tone keypad to enter the name (up to 15 characters).More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys. Forexample, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for theletter B. Briefly pause and the cursor moves to the next field. Pressthe 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Briefly pause and the cursor movesto the next field. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L.Briefly pause and the cursor moves to the next field. Press the 5 key3 times for the second letter L, press 1 key to add a space betweenthe first and last name. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S.Briefly pause and the cursor moves to the next field. Press the 6 keyI NTRODUCTIONCAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there arebasic safety instructions that should always be followed. Referto the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided withthis product and save them for future reference.Congratulations on purchasing this extra GE cordless handset with CallWaiting Caller ID. This telephone has been designed to be simple touse, however, you can reach its full potential more quickly by taking afew minutes to read this instruction book. This telephone is amultifunction product for use with Call Waiting and Caller ID servicesavailable from your local telephone company.Your Call Waiting Caller ID phone allows you to:• view the name and telephone number of a caller while you are onthe phone (Call Waiting Caller ID).• identify callers before you answer the phone.• view the time and date of each incoming call.• record up to 40 Caller ID messages sequentially in each handset.• know who called while you are on the other line or when youwere away.• screen unwanted calls, eliminate harassment from annoyingcalls, or to get prepared before answering a call.IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity,you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’tcordless, in case the power in your home goes out.IMPORTANT: In order to use all of the features of thistelephone, you must subscribe to two separate services availablefrom your local telephone company: the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service to know who is calling when thephone rings and Call Waiting Caller ID Service to know who iscalling while you are on the phone.INSTALLATION NOTE: Some cordless telephones operate atfrequencies that may cause or receive interference with nearby TVs,microwave ovens, and VCRs. To minimize or prevent suchinterference, the base of the cordless telephone should not beplaced near or on top of a TV, microwave ovens, or VCR. If suchinterference continues, move the cordless telephone farther awayfrom these appliances. Certain other communications devices mayalso use the 2.4 GHz frequency for communication, and, if notproperly set, these devices may interfere with each other and/oryour new telephone. Typical devices that may use the 2.4 GHzfrequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders,wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephonesystems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems.once for the letter M. Briefly pause and the cursor moves to the nextfield. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Briefly pause and thecursor moves to the next field. Press the 8 key for the letter T. Brieflypause and the cursor moves to the next field. Press the 4 key twicefor the letter H.NOTE: If you make a mistake press the delete button tobackspace and erase the wrong character(s).NOTE: Press MUTE/PROG button once to skip this step andexit to standby screen.2. Press the MUTE/PROG button to save. You will hear aconfirmation tone, and the display returns to the main menu.H ANDSET D E - REGISTRATIONDeregistration cancels a handset’s registration. If you do not know ahandset’s name, you should deregister the handset according to thesteps below. During the de-registration process, keep the handsetnear the base.WARNING: It is not recommended that a handset be de-registered unless absolutely necessary because once ahandset is de-registered, that handset's telephone featurescannot be used until the handset is re-registered.1. Make sure your handset is in menu mode and make sure yourphone is OFF (not in talk mode).2. Press the MUTE/PROG button to display main menus:ROOMMONITOR andHANDSET SETUP.3. Use CID down button to locate toHANDSET SETUP and thenpress MUTE/PROG button to select.4. Use CID up/down button to locate theDEREGISTRATION and thenpress MUTE/PROG button to select.5. Then, handset showsDEREGISTRATION 1 YES 2NO shows in the display.6. Use the touch-tone pad to enter1YES or use CID/VOL ( or )button to scroll to1YES.7. Press MUTE/PROG andMOVE NEAR TO BASE displays until youmove the handset closer to the base.Then the handset displaysCONFIRM? 1YES 2NO.SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCTRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENWARNING: TOPREVENT FIRE ORELECTRICAL SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOTEXPOSE THISPRODUCT TO RAINOR MOISTURE.THE LIGHTNINGFLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THETRIANGLE IS AWARNING SIGNALERTING YOU OF“DANGEROUSVOLTAGE” INSIDETHE PRODUCT.CAUTION: TO REDUCE THERISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.THE EXCLAMATIONPOINT WITHIN THETRIANGLE IS AWARNING SIGNALERTING YOU OFIMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSACCOMPANYINGTHE PRODUCT.CAUTION: H ANDSET AND C HARGE C RADLE LAYOUT • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.• Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack isspecifically designed for wet locations.• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unlessthe telephone line has been disconnected at the networkinterface.• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.• Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phonesuch as faxes, other phones, or modems.IMPORTANT INSTALLATION G UIDELINES• Install telephone near an electrical power outlet.• Avoid sources of noise, such as a window by a busy street, andelectrical noise, such motors, microwave ovens, and fluorescentlighting.• Avoid heat sources, such as heating air ducts, heating appliances,radiators, and direct sunlight.• Avoid areas of excessive moisture or extremely low temperature.• Avoid dusty locations.• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.1. Plug the charge cradle power supply into an electrical outlet.2. Install the handset battery.NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use.• Push down on the top of the battery compartment cover (locatedon the back of each handset) and remove the cover.• Lift the battery pack and connect it's plug to the jack inside thecompartment.NOTE: It is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires)to the jack inside the compartment as shown in the illustration.• Close the battery compartment by pushing the cover up until itsnaps into place.• Place the handset in the charging cradle. The charge indicatorturns on to indicate the battery is charging.• Allow the handset to charge for 16 hours prior to registration toGE Models 21018, 21028 or 21098. If you don't properly chargethe phone, battery performance is compromised.NOTE: If the battery is not properly installed in the handset, orif the battery pack is not properly connected to the jack insidethe battery compartment. "NO BATTERY" shows in the displaywhen the handset is placed in the charging cradle.IMPORTANT: After you place the handset in the cradle thedisplay shows "CHARGING...", then, "SEARCHING...", then"HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION" alternately. Wait until thehandset charges properly, then register the handset to the base asdescribed below.MOVE NEAR TOBASECONFIRM1YES 2NOModèle 2100900001591 (Rév. 1 CAN E)04-52Imprimé en ChineATLINKS Communications Canada Inc.© 2004 ATLINKS Communications Canada Inc.Trademark(s) ® RegisteredMarque(s) ® déposée(s)DEREGISTRATION1YES 2NOBEFORE Y OU B EGINP ARTS C HECKLISTMake sure your package includes the items shown here.I NSTALLING THE PHONEIMPORTANT: Make sure the extra handset is registeredto GE Models 21018, 21028 or 21098 before use. Whenregistered to GE Models 21018, 21028, or 21098, thisaccessory handset supports the same basic features ofthe model it accompanies. However, it does NOT support theAnswering Machine features of GE Models 21028 or 21098.Refer to the GE 21018, 21028 or 21098 instruction book fordetailed installation and operation information.HANDSET NEEDSREGISTRATIONHOLD BASE PAGEWAIT FOR BEEPHANDSET #REGISTEREDHANDSET NAMEcharge indicatorAC power supplyTALK/END/callback(button)displayformat/conf button(format/conference button)redial (button)page/intpage/intercom button flash (button)*exit (button)#pause/ringer(button)mute/prog(mute/program button)mem(memory button)del(delete button)SPKR(speaker button)cid/vol (up or down arrow)(caller ID/volume button)Handset Handsetbattery packBeltClipHandset chargecradleBatterycompartmentcoverBLACK WIRERED WIREBATTERYPRESS DOWNFIRMLY

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