2. Plug the other end into a wall jack.3. Plug one end of the coiled handset cord into the jack on thehandset.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: To reduce risk of personal injury, fire, ordamage use only the 5-2836 power adaptor listed inthe user’s guide. This power adaptor is intended tobe correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mountposition.“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, orthe electrical line is unplugged, the batteryoperates the clock to retain the time of dayand alarm settings in memory. When theunit is running on battery power, the digitaldisplay does not light up; however, if wake time occurs during thepower interruption, the alarm buzzer sounds (regardless of the type ofalarm tone selected) if remaining battery power is adequate. Normaloperation resumes after electrical power is restored.NOTE: The battery power indicator illuminates if thebattery power level is low or if no battery is installed.Please replace/install the batteries as soon aspossible in order to maintain Caller ID operation.Install the backup battery as follows:1. Remove the battery compartment cover located on the bottom ofthe base.2. Connect a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery (not included). Interlock thelarge and small contacts on the battery clip and the battery. Onceconnected, place the battery inside the battery compartment.3. Replace the battery compartment cover.NOTE: 9V Alkaline (NEDA 1604A) batteries arerecommended.NOTE: If battery is not installed:a) All memory will be lost if the unit is unplugged formore than 60 seconds.b) The clock will stop running during a power outageperiod but will start running when power resumes.The clock will blink to indicate that the time may notbe correct.IMPORTANT: If storing this unit for more than 30days, remove the battery.Installing 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.Model 2929800023810 (REV. 0 DOM E)08-17Printed in ChinaEquipment Approval InformationYour telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public SwitchedTelephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rulesand Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone TerminalEquipment published by ACTA.1 Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyOn the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among otherinformation, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) forthe equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to yourtelephone company.The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connectto your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when yourtelephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENsof all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of thenumber 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 wiringand telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rulesand requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord andmodular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connectedto a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installationinstructions for details.Notes• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by thetelephone company.• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be ableto use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Checkwith your local telephone company.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:• Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanentdisconnection of your telephone from your line.• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to thetelephone line, ensure the installation of this product does not disable youralarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarmequipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.US NUMBER IS IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOMREN NUMBE IS LOCATED ON THE CABINET BOTTOM2 Rights of the Telephone CompanyShould your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm thetelephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notifyyou that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where priornotice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, thetelephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately. Incase of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1)promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance; (2) afford you theopportunity to correct the situation; and (3) inform you of your right to bringa complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in SubpartE 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 inthe operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules andRegulations. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performanceof your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give youadequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.Interference InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference;and (2) This device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, ifnot installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee thatinterference 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 televisionreception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, theuser is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio ortelevision that is “receiving” the interference).• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between thetelecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.• Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealeror 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 isavailable from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.LicensingLicensed under US Patent 6,427,009.FCC RF Radiation ExposureStatementThis equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for anuncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operatedwith a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and yourbody. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction withany other antenna or transmitter.”IntroductionCAUTION: When using telephone equipment,there are basic safety instructions that shouldalways be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANTSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this productand save them for future reference.Before You BeginParts ChecklistMake sure your package includes the following items:Base OperationSetting the Clock1. Slide the set time /alarm switch to clock. The screen flashes thesetting time.2. Press the or fwrd >> button to set the clock time.3. Slide the set time/alarm switch to lock. The screen displays thecurrent time.Display BacklightUse the brightness switch to select the desired setting: high or low.Alarm OperationThe 29298 is equipped with two alarms. The alarms can be setindependently to either radio or buzzer.Setting the Alarm Time1. Slide the set time /alarm switch to alarm 1 or alarm 2. Thecorresponding alarm time will be shown on the clock display.2. Press the or fwrd >> button to set the alarm time.Set Alarm Tone1. Slide the alarm 1 or alarm 2 switch to choose radio, buzzer or off.2. The corresponding alarm ON indicator on the display illuminates.Turning Off the Alarms1. To turn off the alarm, press the off side of the radio on/off buttononce. Alarm is still active and will be delivered when alarm time isreached again. Alarm ON indicator will remain illuminated.2. Alarm is turned off by sliding the alarm 1 or alarm 2 switch to “off”setting.Snooze TimerAfter the wake mode is activated, you can silence for 6 minutes bypressing the SNOOZE button.You may use the snooze feature repeatedly.Using the Sleep TimerUse the sleep timer to play the radio up to 59 minutes and then have itshut off automatically.1. Press the sleep button once to activate the radio sleep timer.2. The timer can be adjusted from 59 minutes to 1 minute.3. To set sleep time, press and hold the sleep button. The time shown onthe clock display will decrease. Then release the sleep button when thedesired length of time is shown on the clock display.4. Press the off button to de-activate the sleep function.Radio Operation1. Press the on side of the radio on/off button to turn the radio on.2. Slide the AM/FM switch to select the desired broadcast band.3. Rotate the radio channel tuning knob to select a radio station /frequency.4. Rotate the volume -/+ control knob to adjust the listening level.5. To turn the radio off, press the off side of the radio on/off button.NOTE: You can also turn on the radio after liftingup the handset by pressing the on side of the radioon/off button.NOTE: The Radio broadcast will automatically turnoff when you picked up the handset. Broadcast willresume when you replace the handset on cradle.AM AntennaA built-in antenna eliminates the need for an outside antenna for AMreception. Moving the unit slightly may improve reception of distantAM signals.FM AntennaThe power cord acts as your FM antenna. The power cord picks upmoderate to strong signals and eliminates the need for an externalantenna in most strong signal areas. Be sure the power cord isstretched to its longest length. Do not coil or bunch the cord together.Changing position of the power cord may improve reception.Model 29298Caller IDBedroomPhone™with Dual-Wake Alarmsand AM/FM RadioUser’s GuideModulartelephoneline jackWall plateVisit the GE website at: www.GE.com/phonesThomson Inc.101 West. 103rd St.Indianapolis, IN 46290-1102© 2008 Thomson Inc.Trademark(s) ® RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada(s)Telephone Jack RequirementsTo use this phone, you need an RJ11C typemodular telephone jack, which might look likethe one pictured here, installed in your home. Ifyou don’t have a modular jack, call your localphone company to find out how to get oneinstalled.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, heatingappliances, radiators, and direct sunlight.• Avoid areas of excessive moisture or extremely low temperature.• Avoid dusty locations.• Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.Handset LayoutHandsetBaseAC poweradaptorTelephone linecordHandsetcord store mem redialflashtone operpqrs wxyztuvghi mnojkldefabcBase LayoutTelephone OperationAdjusting the Ringer VolumeYou may control the ringer volume level with the switch located on theside of the base.= loud= low= offHandset Receiver VolumeUse the VOLUME switch on the rear of the handset to adjust thehandset receiver volume.= high= mid= lowFlashPress the flash button to activate customer calling services,such as call transfer, which are services provided by your localphone company.RedialTo redial the last number called (up to 32 digits), use the redial feature.1. Pick up the handset.2. Press the redial button.3. The last number called is automatically redialed.Using One Touch RedialIf the last call you dialed was busy, you can redial it immediately byjust pressing the redial button and without hanging up the handset.Setting Up the Caller ID MenuIMPORTANT: Do not plug the telephone into the walljack while setting up the Caller ID menu because anincoming call may invalidate the information not yetsaved.1. Place the handset in the cradle on the base.2. Press the menu button. the screen displays SET ^ OR .3. Press the CID5 or 6 button to scroll among the 7 menu screens,which are:• SET ^ OR• Local Area Code (default ” - - -”)• Regional AC’s-1 (default “- - - - - - - - -”)• CID LANGUAGE (default English)• SELECT CONTRAST (default 3)• T/P DIAL MODE (default tone)• EXIT SETUPNOTE: You may press the dial button anytime to exitthe Caller ID Set Up menu. If no buttons are pressedwithin 10 seconds, the phone automatically exits theCaller ID Set Up menu and returns to the NO CALLSsummary screen.Local Area CodeThe telephone uses the programmed area code to determine thenumber format to display when a valid Caller ID signal is received. It isalso used for the Dialback feature.1. Press the menu button. the screen displays SET ^ OR .2. Press the CID5 or 6button until the screen displays LOCAL AREACODE, The default setting is ”_ _ _” .3. To enter or change the area code, press the menu button. Thescreen displays the area code stored in memory. The left-most digit,or a minus sign (-) flashes, indicating the unit is ready to accept thearea code entry.4. Press the CID 6 button to select a number from 0-9 in ascendingorder. Or press the CID 5 button to select numbers from 9-0 indescending order.5. Press the menu button to advance to the next digit.6. After the 3rd and last digit is entered, press the menu button tostore the area code and go to the next setting.NOTE: If you make a mistake, you can simply repeatthe previous steps until your area code is set.Regional Area Codes for 10-Digit DiallingLike the Local Area Code, the telephone uses the programmed areacodes to determine the number format to display when a valid CallerID signal is received. Calls that match any of the programmed regionalarea codes are displayed as 10 digits. This is helpful in areas that havemultiple or overlapping area codes and require 10-digit dialling.1. Press the menu button. the screen displays SET ^ OR .2. Press the CID5 or 6 button until the screen displays REGIONALAC’S-1: The default setting is “_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _” .3. To enter or change the area code, press the menu button. Thescreen displays the area code stored in memory. The left-most digit,or minus sign (-), flashes, indicating the unit is ready to accept thearea code entry.4. Press the CID 5 button to select a number from 9-0 for the firstdigit of the area code.5. When the desired digit is flashing, press the menu button toadvance to the next digit.6. Press the menu button again to enter the next three-digit regionalarea code and repeat steps 4 and 5 until all the REGIONAL AC’S-1(RAC#1) and REGIONAL AC’S-2 (RAC#1) are entered. A total of 6sets of Regional Area Codes may be entered.7. Press the menu button to store the setting and return to theREGIONAL AREA CODE setting.8. Press the dial button to exit.CID LanguageThis setting allows you to display Caller ID display prompt messages inEnglish, French or Spanish.1. Press the menu button. the screen displays SET ^ OR .2. Press the CID5 or 6 button until the screen displays CIDLANGUAGE.3. Press the menu button to show the current language setting. Thedefault is “English”.4. Press the CID5 or 6 button to change the language.5. Press the menu button to store the language and return to the CIDLANGUAGE setting.Select ContrastThis adjustment allows you to adjust the contrast of the display.1. Press the menu button until the screen displays SET ^ OR .2. Press the CID5 or 6 button until the screen displays SELECTCONTRAST.3. Press the menu button to show the current contrast setting. Thereare 5 levels of contrast, with the default set to 3.4. To decrease the contrast, press the CID 5 button to increase thecontrast, press the CID 6 button.5. Press the menu button to store the contrast setting and return tothe SELECT CONTRAST setting.Tone/Pulse Dial ModeThis adjustment allows you to select tone (touch-tone) or pulse (rotary)dialling.1. Press the menu button until the screen displays SET ^ OR .2. Press the CID5 or 6 button until the screen displays T/P DIALMODE.3. Press the menu button to show the current dial mode. The defaultis “TONE”.4. To change the dialling mode, press the CID 5 or 6 button. Thedisplay will alternate between the two dialling modes.5. Press the menu button to store the dialling mode and return to theT/P DIAL MODE setting.Exit SetupTo immediately exit the setup mode, select the EXIT SETUP and pressthe dial button.REMINDER: The time and date is programmedautomatically when the first Caller ID record issuccessfully received after the unit is setup.store mem redialflashtone operpqrs wxyztuvghi mnojkldefabcCID 5or6(Caller IDbutton)dial(button) delete(button)menu(button)display*/tone(button)redial(button)mem(memorybutton)store(button)flash(button)VOLUME(switch)< rev/fwrd>(reverse/forwardbutton)sleep(button)alarm 2off/buzzer/radio(switch)AM/FM(switch)set time/alarm(switch)radio on/off(button)volume-/+controlknobradiochanneltuningknobSNOOZE(button)alarm 1off/buzzer/radio(switch)brightness(switch)fwrd>>(fast forwardbutton)displayringer(switch)--++Battery clipBatteryTypeNEDA1604A9Vbatterypowerindicator
