GE 29297 User Manual

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29297Caller ID BedroomPhone™with Dual-Wake Alarms andAM/FM RadioUser’s GuideATLINKS USA, Inc.101 West 103rd StreetIndianapolis, IN 46290© 2005 ATLINKS USA, Inc.Trademark(s) ® RegisteredMarca(s) ® Registrada(s)Model 2929700004548(Rev. 1 DOM E)05-32Printed in ChinaEquipment Approval InformationYour telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched TelephoneNetwork and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and theTechnical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.1 Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyOn the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, theUS number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, uponrequest, provide this information to your telephone company.The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to yourtelephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone numberis called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected toone line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connectto your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephonecompany.A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephonenetwork must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adoptedby the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with thisproduct. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is alsocompliant. See installation instructions for details.Notes• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephonecompany.• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to useyour own telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your localtelephone company.• Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection ofyour telephone from your line.• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephoneline, ensure the installation of this product does not disable your alarm equipment.If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult yourtelephone company or a qualified installer.2 Rights of the Telephone CompanyShould your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephonenetwork, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporarySEE 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:Modulartelephoneline jackWall plate--++Battery clipBatteryHandsetBaseAC poweradaptor Telephone linecordHandsetcorddisplaybrightnessswitchhandsetcord phoneline cord poweradaptor jackdiscontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable andthe circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarilydiscontinue service immediately. In case of such temporary discontinuance, thetelephone 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 rightto bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart Eof 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 operationof its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changesare expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment, thetelephone company must give you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you tomaintain uninterrupted service.Interference InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interferenceto radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occurin a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, whichcan be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or televisionthat is “receiving” the interference).• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunicationsequipment and receiving antenna.• Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fromthat to which the receiving antenna is connected.If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or anexperienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the FederalCommunications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify andResolve 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.LicensingLicensed under US Patent 6,427,009.Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.US NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOMREN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOMImportant InstallationInformation• 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 uninsulated telephone wires or terminals, unless thetelephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.• Temporarily disconnect any equipment connected to the phonesuch as faxes, other phones, or modems.Important Installation Guidelines• Install telephone near both a telephone (modular) jack and anelectrical power outlet.• Avoid sources of noise, such as a window by a busy street,and electrical noise, such motors, microwave ovens, andfluorescent lighting.• 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.Handset and Base LayoutInstalling the PhoneConnecting the Telephone LineChoose the best location to install your telephone. Your telephoneshould be placed on a level surface, such as a desk or table top.1. Plug one end of the straight telephone line cord into the PHONELINE jack on the base.2. Plug the other end into a wall jack.3. Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the jack on the handset.4. Plug the other end into the HANDSET jack on the back of the base.5. Place the handset on the base cradle.6. Set the RINGER and DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS switches on the back ofthe base to the desired settings.7. Set the VOL switch on the side of the handset to thedesired setting.Connecting the Electrical Power1. Plug one end of the power supply cord into the back of the base.2. Plug the other end into an electrical outlet.CAUTION: Use only the ATLINKS USA 5-2608 powersupply that came with this unit. Using other powersupplies may damage the unit.“No Worry” Battery BackupThis telephone is equipped with a memory holding systempowered by a customer-installed 9-volt alkaline battery(not included).When electrical power is interrupted, or the electrical line isunplugged, the battery operates the clock to retain the time of dayand alarm settings in memory. When the unit is running on batterypower, the digital display does not light up; however, if wake timeoccurs during the power interruption, the alarm buzzer sounds(regardless of the type of alarm tone selected) if remaining batterypower is adequate. Normal operation resumes after electrical poweris restored.Install the backup battery as follows:1. Remove the battery compartment coverlocated on the bottom of the base.2. Connect a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery (notincluded). Interlock the large and smallcontacts on the battery clip and the battery. Once connected, placethe battery inside the battery compartment.3. Replace the battery compartment cover.NOTE: Alkaline (NEDA 1604A) batteries are recommended.Carbon-zinc (NEDA 1604) batteries may be used but memoryholding time will be substantially reduced. Memory holdingtime for a fresh alkaline battery is approximately 3 months (ifWake System is not activated), which should take care of short,nuisance-type AC power failures. To preserve battery life, thephone should remain plugged into an AC electrical outlet. Asthe battery gets older, its voltage drops and memory may be lost.Be sure to replace the battery periodically. A backup battery isnot included with this telephone.NOTE: If battery is not installed:a) All memory will be lost if the unit is unplugged for more than60 seconds.b) The clock will stop running during a power outage periodbut will start running when power resumes. The clock will blinkto indicate that the time may not be correct.IMPORTANT: If storing this unit for more than 30 days, removethe battery.Set UpLanguageThis adjustment lets you choose the language of the messages that showin the display- English, French, or Spanish.1. Press and release the SET button until ENG FRA ESP shows inthe display.2. Use the CID or button to select ENG, FRA or ESP.3. Press SET to save. SET REAL TIME shows in the display.NOTE: Press DIAL to skip to the next set up step or pressDELETE to exit the main menu.Real TimeNOTE: The telephone company sends the current timeand date with the Caller ID (CID) information. If you don’tmanually set the clock time, the unit automatically sets thetime and date when the first call is received.1. Use the CID or button to set the time of day.2. Press SET to save. CONTRAST shows in the display, and thecurrent contrast level blinks in the display.NOTE: Press DIAL to skip to the next set up step or pressDELETE to exit the main menu.Display ContrastThis setting allows you to adjust the display contrast foreasier viewing.1. Use the CID or button to select level 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5.2. Press and hold CID or button for 3 seconds to quickly increaseor decrease the setting in 15 minutes increments.3. Press SET to save. - - - LOCAL AREA CODE shows in the display.NOTE: Press DIAL to skip to the next set up step or pressDELETE to exit the main menu.Area Code1. Use the CID or button to enter the first digit.2. Press SET. Use the CID or button to enter the second digit.NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the DELETE button toerase all of the digit(s) and start over. Or press the DIAL buttonto exit the main menu.3. Press SET. Use the CID or button to enter the third digit.4. Press SET and the unit returns to the main menu.Display BacklightUse the DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS switch on the back of the base to adjustthe display brightness. Settings are Hi, Med or Lo.NOTE: The unit must be connected to an electrical outlet toadjust display brightness.Telephone OperationRinger VolumeThe RINGER switch is located on the back of the base. Set it to HI, LO,or OFF.NOTE: The RINGER switch must be set to HI or LO or thephone will not ring for incoming calls.Handset Receiver VolumeUse the VOL switch on the side of the handset to adjust the handsetreceiver volume.FlashPress the FLASH button to activate customer calling services,such as call transfer, which are services provided by your localphone company.RedialPress the REDIAL button to dial the last number dialed when you hearthe dial tone in the handset.NOTE: The redial feature holds in memory the last phonenumber you dialed (as many as 32 digits). If you pressed anynumbers after dialing the phone number, (for example, whenaccessing a voice-menu system) those numbers are also redialed.Telephone JackRequirementsTo use this phone, you need an RJ11C typemodular telephone jack, which might look like theone pictured here, installed in your home. If youdon’t have a modular jack, call your local phonecompany to find out how to get one installed.DIAL (button)DELETE(button)SLEEP(button)ALARM 2(button)ALARM 1(button)AM/FM(button)SET(button)ALARM OFF(button) RADIOON/OFF(button)CIDor(Caller IDbutton)snoozeFLASH(button)REDIAL(button)MEMORY(button)VOL switchQuick DialbuttonsSTORE(button)volumecontrolknobradiochanneltuningknobringer switchBefore You BeginParts ChecklistMake sure your package includes the following items:

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