FCC ID: U23CT6150 DECT 6.0 Kitchen Phone System - Base

Model CT6150 Series DECT 6.0 Kitchen Phone Speakerphone System User's Guide 2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on y our line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, 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. In case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone 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 right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart E 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 in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service. Interference Information Handset Layout 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. Installing the Phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Nickel-metal hydride battery (Ni-MH) that is compatible with this unit. 1. Locate battery and battery door which are packaged together inside a plastic bag and are separate from the handset. 2. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset. 3. 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. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 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 television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is receiving the interference).

Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.

Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or 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 is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies. Notice: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility. Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Licensing FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009. 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 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the belt clip supplied with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROW HEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE THE PRODUCT. CAUTION:

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 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 ALERTNING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT. SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM/BACK OF PRODUCT AC Power adaptor Telephone line cord Wall mount bracket Base Handset battery pack Battery Compartment cover Handset 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 find 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, fluorescent 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 specifically 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. Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 4 handsets (by purchase of optional Model TBD handset with charge cradle) Equipment Approval Information Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company. 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. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details. Notes

This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.

Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company.

Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line.

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this product does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer. US Number is located on the cabinet bottom. REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom. Notice: This CT6150 telephone is compliant with the DECT 6.0 standard which operates in the 1.92GHz to 1.93GHz frequency range. Base Layout 4. Insert the battery pack. 5. Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place. Base Station 1. 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. Programming the Telephone Standby Screen The handset displays the handset number and user name. USER NAME HANDSET X Programming Functions The system uses a menu structure to give you access to all of the built-in features. You may program the following items in main menu: Room Monitor and Handset Setup. Room Monitor (applicable only with additional handsets) 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press MENU button to go to the main menu. 3. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to ROOM MONITOR. 4. Press MENU button to enter ROOM MONITOR menu, ROOM MONITOR EXTENSION? shows in the display. 5. Use the touch tone pad to enter the handset name/number to be monitored. NOTE: When this phone system is expanded (up to 4 handsets by purchase of optional Model TBD handset with recharge cradle), handsets are named HANDSET 1, HANDSET 2, HANDSET 3 and HANDSET 4 respectively. 6. The receiving handset will turn on the microphone and the originating handset will turn on the speakerphone to monitor sound from the receiving handset. NOTE: For room monitoring mode to work, the originating handset must NOT be on the cradle. NOTE: While in room monitoring mode, the handsets will emit an alert tone approximately every 5 seconds if there is an incoming call. You may press the SPK button to quit room monitor and answer the call. NOTE: While in room monitoring mode, the originating handset can be switched to monitor by handset earpiece by pressing the TALK button once. Switch back to speakerphone by pressing the SPK button once. NOTE: Press the *exit button on the handset to exit room monitor mode. Handset Setup 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press MENU button to go to the main menu. 3. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to HANDSET SETUP. 4. Press MENU button to confirm and you may program the following items:

Language, Handset Name, Ringer Tone, Ringer Volume, VIP Melody, Key Tone, Area Code, Tone/Pulse, Registration, Deregistration and Default Setting. NOTE: During programming, you may press the *exit button at any time to exit the sub-menu and return to the menu. NOTE: If you make a mistake, use the MUTE/DEL button to backspace and delete one character at a time. 4. Press MENU button to save your name. You will hear a confirmation tone and the handset name shows in the display. Ringer Tone You may choose from ten different ringer tones and ten different melodies. From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the RINGER TONE sub-menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. SET RINGER TONE 01 shows in the display. 01 is default setting. 3. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the desired setting (1 through 20). You will hear a sample of the ringer tone/melody you select. 4. Press MENU button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. NOTE: You must have the Ringer Volume set to ON for ring tone to signal an incoming call. Ringer Volume From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the RINGER VOLUME sub-

menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. SET RINGER 1HI 2LO 3OFF shows in the display. 3. Use the touch tone pad on the handset to select 1, 2 or 3, or use the CID/VOL (

or ) button to scroll to your selection. HI is the default setting. 4. Press the MENU button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone and the new volume setting shows in the display. NOTE: If you turn the ringer OFF, the ringer off icon shows in the display. VIP Melody This features allows you to assign a specific melody to someone you want to get your attention when the person calls. When a VIP melody is assigned and that person calls, the unit rings the normal ring for the first ring and then follows with VIP melody ring. You may choose from ten different polyphonic melodies and may store up to 10 VIP records. NOTE: This feature ONLY works when the following conditions are met. 1. You have subscribed to Caller ID. 2. You have your Caller ID record previously transferred to the memory. (Refer to Storing CID Records in Internal Memory). NO USER MEMORY will show in the display to remind the user to do CID record transfer first. Storing VIP Melody From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to VIP MELODY sub-menu. 2. Press MENU button to select VIP melody feature and then display VIP 1 record.

- If VIP1 does NOT contain any specific number/records, it will display EMPTY. 3. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to select the specific VIP melody memory location (10 VIP locations) that does not contain any record. 4. Press MENU button to display SELECT MEMORY. NOTE: If the memory location does not contain any CID memory records and you are trying to mark a specific record as VIP MELODY, then SELECT MEMORY will not be displayed. Instead, NO USER MEMORY will display in prompt to alert the user. 5. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to view the records from memory to be selected as VIP. 6. Press MENU button to confirm and then display VIP MELODY 01 to wait for the melody tone selection. 7. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to select from melody 01 to melody 10 (a testing tone is generated while making melody selection) 8. Press MENU button to confirm. NOTE: If the desired number/record was previously stored in any one of the ten VIP melody records, DUPLICATE NUMBER shows in the display. Changing a Stored VIP Melody Record Use the Storing VIP Melody procedure to change the number of a selected record and replace the old phone number with new phone number. When REPLACE VIP# ? shows in the display, you must press MENU button on the handset to confirm replacement. Reviewing And Deleting Stored VIP Melody Record From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the MENU button to enter to VIP MELODY menu. 2. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the desired VIP MelodyRecord. CHARGE/IN USE/

VMWI (indicator) 2. Plug 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. 3. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the jack on the back of the base. 4. Place the handset in the base cradle. The charge/in use/VMWI indicator turns on, verifying the battery is charging. 5. Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first use. If you don t properly charge the phone, battery performance is compromised. CAUTION: Use only the power adaptor that came with this unit. Using other power adaptors may damage the unit. This power adaptor is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position. Wall Mounting 1. Turn the base over. 2. Attach the wall mounting pedestal by first inserting the tabs on the open edge of the pedestal into the slots on the lower portion of the back of the base. Then push down and snap the pedestal into place. 3. Slip the mounting holes (on the back of the base) over the wall plate posts, and slide the unit down into place. (Wall plate not included.) NOTE : If desired, gather the extra telephone line and power adaptor cord and store inside the wall mounting bracket. Language From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the SET LANGUAGE sub-

menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. SET LANGUAGE 1ENG 2FRA 3ESP shows in the display. 3. Use the touch tone pad on the handset to select 1ENG, 2FRA, 3ESP, or use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the desired language. English is the default setting. 4. Press MENU button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone and the selected language shows in the display. Handset Name From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the HANDSET NAME sub-

menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. HANDSET NAME shows in the display. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to enter a name (up to 15 characters). More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys. For example, to enter Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter B. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the letter L. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L, and press the 1 key to insert a space between the first and last name. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S; press the 6 key once for the letter M;

press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I; press the 8 key for the letter T; press the 4 key twice for the letter H. 3. If you want to delete the information, press the MUTE/DEL button on the handset while the entry displays. The display show DELETE VIP# ?. 4. Press MUTE/DEL again to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone and VIP#

DELETED shows in the display. Key Tone From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the KEY TONE sub-menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. SET KEY TONE 1ON 2 OFF shows in the display. 3. Use the touch tone pad on the handset to select 1 or 2, or use the CID/VOL

( or ) button to scroll to your selection. 1ON is the default setting. 4. Press MENU button to confirm and the key tone setting shows in the display. Area Code From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the AREA CODE sub-menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. SET AREA CODE - - - shows in the display. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to enter your 3-digit area code. 4. Press MENU button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone and the new area code shows in the display. NOTE: To restore the default setting to - - -, press and release MUTE/DEL when SET AREA CODE shows in the display. Tone/Pulse From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the TONE PULSE sub-menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. TONE/PULSE 1TONE 2PULSE shows in the display. The default setting is 1 TONE . 3. Use the touch-tone pad or CID/VOL ( or ) to enter 1 TONE or 2 PULSE. 4. Press the MENU button to confirm. You will hear a confirmation tone and your selection shows in the display. Registration Your packaged handset(s) are pre-registered and ready to use. It is not recommended that a handset be registered again unless absolutely necessary. From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the REGISTRATION sub-

menu. 2. Press the MENU button to enter the menu. REGISTRATION 1YES 42NO - - -

shows in the display The default setting is 2NO . 3. Use the touch-tone pad to select 1 for YES or 2 for NO. Or use the CID/VOL (

or ) button to scroll to 1YES or 2NO. 4. If you select 1YES, press the MENU button. HOLD BASE PAGE FOR 5 SECONDS, THEN PRESS HANDSET MENU shows in the display. (Your handset should be held near the base during registration process.) 5. Press and hold the PAGE button on the base unit the charge/in use/VMWI indicator flashes. Press the handset MENU button. REGISTERING shows in the display. HANDSET X REGISTERED shows in the handset display, where X is the handset number. You may now rename your handset. (Refer to Step 3

& 4 of Handset Name Section) NOTE: IF you are re-registering the handset through the handset menu; to rename your handset you must go to the Handset Name Section and start from the beginning step. De-Registration This feature allows you to remove a registered handset from base. During the de-registration process, keep the handset near the base. From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the DEREGISTRATION sub-

menu. 2. Press MENU button to enter the menu. DEREGISTRATION 1YES 2NO - - -

shows in the display. The default setting is 2NO 3. Use the touch-tone pad to select 1 for YES or 2 for NO. Or use the CID/VOL

( or ) button to scroll to 1YES or 2NO. WARNING: It is not recommended that a handset be de-registered unless absolutely necessary because once a handset is de-

registered, that handset s telephone features cannot be used until the handset is re-registered. 4. Select NO, if you do not want to de-register. 5. If you select 1YES, press the MENU button and MOVE NEAR TO BASE displays for 2 seconds, then CONFIRM? 1YES 2NO appears in the display. 6. Press the touch-tone pad to select 1YES or 2NO, or use the CID/VOL ( or

) button to scroll to 1YES or 2NO. 7. If you select YES, press the MENU button to confirm. DE-REGISTER... shows in the display. You will hear a confirmation tone. Then HANDSET X DEREGISTERED shows in the display to confirm the handset is deregistered. NOTE: When you complete the de-registration process, HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION shows in the display. To use the handset, you MUST re-register the handset using the Registration process. Global De-registration If one or more handsets becomes lost, you should de-register all handsets to ensure proper system operation. Follow the steps below to de-register all handsets at the same time. WARNING: It is not recommended that a handset be de-registered unless absolutely necessary because once a handset is de-

registered, that handset s telephone features cannot be used until the handset is re-registered. 1. Press and hold the page button on the base until the charge/in use/VMWI indicator on the base flashes. 2. Press and hold the page button on the base again until the charge/in use/VMWI indicator on the base flashes rapidly. 3. Press and release the page button on the base once. All handsets are de-

registered and HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION shows in the display. Default Setting As you become familiar with this system, you may prefer to use the system s original settings. Follow the steps below to return to the factory default settings. From the Handset Setup Menu:

1. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the DEFAULT SETTING sub-

menu. 2. Press the MENU button to enter the menu. DEFAULT SETTING 1YES 2NO shows in the display. The default setting is 2NO . 3. Use the touch-tone pad to select 1YES or 2NO, or use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to move the cursor to 1YES or 2NO. NOTE: If you choose YES all the settings in the programmable menu are returned to factory default setting. 4. Press the MENU button to save your selection. You will hear a confirmation tone. Base Setup The Base Unit has several settings that can be adjusted according to your preference and system requirements. 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press MENU/STOP button to go to the main menu. you may program the following items: Caller ID, Timer, Stop Watch, Alarm, Clock, Area Code, Ringer Tone, Ringer Volume, Key Tone, Tone/Pulse, Set Language, Default Setting. NOTE: During programming, you may press the EXIT/FLASH button at any time to exit the sub-menu and return to standby mode. Reviewing Caller ID from base From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the Caller ID menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ ) button to review the newest CID record. 4. Press Volume (-) button to review the oldest CID record first. 5. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and the detail information shows in the display. Dialing a Caller ID from base From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the Caller ID menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select the desired record. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm then press SPEAKERPHONE button, the number dials automatically. NOTE: You may need to adjust the format of the incoming caller s phone number before making the call, press volume(+ or -) button to select format while review the CID, and try again. Set Alarm Clock You can use your CT6150 phone as an alarm clock, the alarm tone will sound for 30 seconds when the alarm time is reached, to mute the alarm tone, simply press MENU/STOP button on base. From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the ALARM menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select AM or PM. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and advance HOUR setting. 5. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select alarm hour from 01 to 12. 6. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and advance MIMUTE setting. 7. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select alarm minute from 00 to 59. 8. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. when an alarm is set the alarm clock symbol is display when in standby mode. Set Real Time Clock and Time/Day Stamp From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the CLOCK menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select AM or PM. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and advance HOUR setting. 5. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select current hour from 01 to 12. 6. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and advance MIMUTE setting. 7. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select current minute from 00 to 59. 8. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and advance MONTH setting. 9. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select current month from 01 to 12. 10. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm and advance DAY setting. 11. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select current day from 01 to 31. 12. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. NOTE: If you subscribe to Caller ID service, the current time is set automatically when you receive a new call. Area Code From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the AREA CODE menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Use the Volume (+ or -) button to enter your area code, for example, press volume (+) key 4 times for digit 3, press MENU/STOP button to save, press volume

(+) key 9 times or (-) key 2 times for digit 8, press MENU/STOP button to save. NOTE: 1) The Area Code is the STD code of the city ( Area ) where the phone is connected e.g. for Delhi : 11, Please. set 11- - - - in the Area Code setting for city Delhi. 2) The base will filter the local area code ( set by user ) while receiving/call back the local number. Base Ringer Tone You may choose from ten different ringer tones. From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the RINGER TONE menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select your desired setting. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. Base Ringer Volume From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the RINGER VOLUME menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select your desired setting. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. Base Key Tone From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the KEY TONE menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select ON or OFF. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. Set Tone/Pulse From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the TONE/PULSE menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select Tone or Pulse. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. Set Language From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the SET LANGUAGE menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select your desired setting. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. Default Setting From the Base Setup menu, 1. Press Volume (+ or -) button to scroll to the DEFAULT SETTING menu. 2. Press MENU/STOP button to enter the sub menu. 3. Press Volume (+ or -) button to select NO or YES. 4. Press MENU/STOP button to confirm. Telephone Operation Visual Indicators charge/in use/VMWI Indicator on Base The charge/in use/VMWI indicator on the base will flash to alert you to an incoming call, during paging, or if you have a message waiting from your service provider. The indicator will remain lit when a handset is in the base charging or when the line is in use. TALK Indicator on Handset The TALK and SPK indicator buttons flash when you receive a call and remain lit during a call. VMWI Indicator on Handset IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit s Visual Message Waiting Indicator (VMWI) feature, you must subscribe to this service from your local telephone company. The VMWI indicator on the top of the handset flashes when you receive a new message from your service provider. Cordless Handset Speakerphone Operation Switching Between the Speakerphone and Handset Earpiece If you are using the cordless handset earpiece and want to switch to the handset speakerphone, press the SPK button; you can then press SPK button again to end conversation. If you are using the cordless handset speakerphone and want to switch to the cordless handset earpiece, press the TALK button, you can then press the TALK button again to end conversation. Base Unit Speakerphone Operation For best speakerphone performance, avoid the following:

Areas with high background noise. (The microphone might pick up these sounds.) Surfaces affected by vibration. Recessed areas such as in a corner, under a cupboard, or next to a cabinet, which can generate an echo effect. Note the following guidelines when using the speakerphone. Stay reasonably close to the phone so that you can be clearly heard by the person to whom you are speaking. The SPEAKERPHONE indicator is on when the speakerphone is in use. Making a Call Cordless Handset 1. Press the TALK or SPK button. Wait for a dial tone, then dial the desired number.

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2. Dial the number and then press the TALK or SPK button. 3. When finished, press TALK or SPK or place the handset in charging cradle to hang up. Base Speakerphone 1. Press the SPEAKERPHONE button. Wait for a dial tone, then dial the desired number. Or, dial the number and then press the SPEAKERPHONE button. 3. When finished, press the SPEAKERPHONE to hang up. Answering a Call Cordless handset 1. When the phone rings, press the SPK button on the handset.

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Pick up the handset and press the TALK button. 2. When finished, press SPK or TALK to hang up. NOTE: Adjust the handset volume by pressing the CID/VOL ( or ) button during a call. Base Speakerphone 1. Press the SPEAKERPHONE button. 2. When finished, press SPEAKERPHONE button to hang up. Call Timer After you press the TALK button on the handset, the built-in call timer shows on the display and counts the length of time of the call in minutes and seconds. Auto Standby If you place the handset in the cradle while the handset is off the hook (during a call), the call is automatically disconnected. Flash/Call Waiting If you subscribe to the combined Call Waiting Caller ID service from your local telephone company, you will receive Caller ID information (if available) on Call Waiting calls. During a phone call, you will hear a beep to indicate another call is waiting on the line and Caller ID information for the waiting call shows on the handset display. To connect to the waiting call, press the FLASH/VOICEMAIL button on the handset or EXIT/FLASH button on base, and your original call is put on hold. To switch between the two calls, press the FLASH/VOICEMAIL button on the handset or EXIT/FLASH button on base. TIP: Do not press the TALK button on the handset to activate a custom calling service, such as call waiting, or you will hang up the call. Last Number Redial You may redial a number up to 32 digits long. To quickly redial the last number you dialed;

1. Press the TALK or SPK button. 2. Press the redial button.

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3. Press the redial button first, then use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to select the desired redial number.

- Press the CID/VOL ( ) to review the oldest call and scroll toward the most recent calls (higher numbers).

- Press the CID/VOL ( ) to review the newest call and scroll to older calls

(lower numbers). NOTE: You may choose from three last dialed numbers. 4. Press the TALK or SPK button. The number dials automatically. If you get a busy signal and want to keep dialing the number, press the redial button to quickly redial the number. Exit Press the *exit button to exit a menu function and return to the standby screen. Page The page feature helps you locate a misplaced handset. To send and receive pages, all handsets must be registered. If your handset is not registered, follow the instructions in the Registration section of this manual. Handset to Handset Paging (applicable only with additional handsets) 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press and release the PAGE/INT button on a handset. PAGING EXTENSION?

shows in the display. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the handset number you want to page. 4. To cancel the page, press the *EXIT, PAGE/INT, or TALK button on the originating handset, or press the *EXIT button on the receiving handset. Paging All Handsets from a Handset (applicable only with additional handsets) 1. Make sure the originating phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press and release the PAGE/INT button on a handset. PAGING EXTENSION?

shows in the display. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the handset number you want to page. (1= to page Handset 1, 2=to page handset 2, etc., and 5=to page all handsets) 4. To cancel the page, press the *EXIT, PAGE/INT, or TALK button on the originating handset, or press the *EXIT button on the receiving handset. Paging from the Base/Group Page Use the base-only to page all registered handsets at the same time. 1. Press the page button on the base. All handsets beep for two minutes, and PAGING FROM BASE shows on each handset s display. 2. To cancel the page, press the page button on the base, or press the TALK button or the *exit button on each handset. Mute To have a private, off-line conversation, use the MUTE feature. The party on the telephone line cannot hear you, but you can hear them. 1. Press the MUTE/DEL button. The handset display shows MUTE ON. 2. Press the MUTE/DEL button to cancel and return to your phone conversation. Volume control Speakerphone Adjust the base unit speaker volume by pressing the volume + and - buttons. There are nine volume levels, and each press of the volume button adjusts the speaker volume by one level. When you reach the maximum or minimum volume level, the phone beeps twice. Cordless handset When the handset is ON (in talk or speaker mode) you may adjust the receiver volume by pressing the CID/VOL ( or ) button. There are four volume levels to choose from. When the maximum or minimum volume level is reached, the phone beeps twice. VOL 1 is minimum and VOL 4 is maximum. Hold During phone conversation, if you want to hold the line, use the HOLD feature. The party on the telephone line will be on hold. 1. Press the FORMAT/HOLD button on handset and the external call is placed on hold. 2. Press the FORMAT/HOLD button to cancel and return to your phone conversation. NOTE: The line will be on hold forever if you forget to press the hold button to release the hold. Intercom Operation (applicable only with additional handsets) The intercom feature allows you to have a conversation with another registered handset without tying up the telephone line, allowing you to still receive incoming calls. Making an Intercom Call 1. Make sure the handset is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the PAGE/INT button on the handset. 3. Use the touch-tone pad to select the handset you want to page. NOTE: To cancel page, press the PAGE/INT button again or the *exit button on the sending handset. 4. Wait for the person at the receiving handset to press the PAGE/INT button. NOTE: If the receiving handset does not answer within two minutes, the intercom call is automatically canceled. The originating handset displays NO ANSWER. 5. When finished, press the *exit button or PAGE/INT button on either handset to deactivate the intercom. Receiving an Intercom Call When you receive an intercom call, your handset beeps. To answer the call press the PAGE/INT button or TALK button. Advanced Intercom Features Receiving an Incoming Call During an Intercom Call If you receive a telephone call during an intercom call, the intercom call is immediately terminated and both handsets ring. Either handset user may press the TALK or SPK button to answer the call. Using Intercom with External Telephone Calls During a telephone call, you may use the intercom/paging function to page another handset and have an off line, private (two-way) intercom conversation. You may also have a three-way conversation between the external caller and the handsets, or you may transfer the external telephone call to another handset. NOTE: Before you intercom/page another handset, you must decide whether you want to create a two-way or a three-way conversation. Two-Way Calling 1. During an external call, press the PAGE/INT button, and use the touch-tone pad to enter the handset number you want to call. NOTE: The receiving handset presses the PAGE/INT button to answer the intercom call. Both intercom users may speak privately. The external caller will not hear the intercom conversation. 2. When finished, press the *exit button or PAGE/INT button to end the intercom call, return to the talk mode, and resume your original telephone conversation. Three-Way Calling

(Among Base, Handset and External Caller) 1. During an external call, press the PAGE key on base. 2. The external caller is placed on hold and a paging sounds at base and cordless hanset then PAGING BASE message shows on the handset display. 3. Press the TALK button on handset to set up the intercom with base and press SPEAKERPHONE button twice then three way call conference begins among cordless base, handset and external caller. During call conference CONFERENCE BASE shows on the handset display. Three way-call conferencing

(Among Handset, Base and External Caller) 1. During an external call, press the PAGE / INT key on handset LINE ON HOLD EXTENTION? shows on handset display then by using one touch keypad dial 0 then PAGING BASE shows on handset display. 2. The external caller is placed on hold and paging sounds at handset and cordless base, then PAGING BASE & LINE ON HOLD BASE alternatively shows on the handset display. 3. To answer the paging, press the SPEAKERPHONE button on base to set up the intercom with handset and press HOLD/ FORMAT button then three-way call conference begins among handset, cordless base and external caller. During callconference CONFERENCE BASE shows on handset display. NOTE: 1) The handset or the base can enter conference directly by pressing TALK button on the handset or SPEAKERPHONE button on the cordless base. while the other party (handset or base) is in conversation with external PARTY/

LINE. 2) All the above mentioned intercom operations can be performed in speaker phone mode on the cordless handset. Caller ID (CID) IMPORTANT: In order to use this unit s Caller ID features, you must subscribe to either the standard Name/Number Caller ID Service or Call Waiting Caller ID Service. To know who is calling while you are on the phone, you must subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID Service. This unit receives and displays information transmitted by your local phone company. This information can include the phone number, date, and time. Call Waiting Caller ID Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are using the GE multi handset system, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line. The Call Waiting Caller ID information will be displayed and stored in the history of all handsets in the system.

When you hear the call waiting beep in the handset receiver, press the FLASH button to put the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. Press FLASH button to return to the original call. Receiving CID Records When you receive a call, the Caller ID information is transmitted between the first and second ring. The Caller ID information appears on the display while the phone rings, giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to answer the call. Storing CID Records (In CID Memory) If you are not at home or cannot answer, your telephone s Caller ID memory stores the data for the 40 most recent calls you received so you can see who called while you were unavailable. When the 41st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is automatically deleted. You may review the stored information at any time. Calls received since your last review show as NEW in the display. Calls that have not been previously reviewed but were received from the same number more than once show as REPT in the display. Reviewing CID Records As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know how many calls have been received. To scroll CID records:

1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the CID/VOL ( ) button to review the newest CID record. 3. Press the CID/VOL ( ) button to review the oldest CID record first. Dialing a CID Number 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to display the desired record. 3. Press the TALK or SPK button. The number dials automatically. 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 set up menu, you may need to adjust the format of the incoming caller s stored phone number before making the call, press the FORMAT/HOLD button to adjust the number, and try again. Available formats include:

Number of digits Eleven digits Ten digits Seven digits Explanation long distance code 1

+3-digit area code

+7-digit telephone number. 3-digit area code +

7-digit telephone number. 7-digit telephone number. Example 1-317-888-8888 317-888-8888 888-8888 Storing CID Records in Internal Memory You may also store CID information in the phone s internal memory. NOTE: It is important that you format CID records correctly BEFORE storing in internal memory as you cannot reformat CID records stored in memory. 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the desired CID record. 3. Press the MEM button to display SELECT MEMORY 01-50. 4. Use the touch-tone pad to enter a memory location to store the number in that memory location. You will hear a confirmation tone. NOTE: If the memory location is occupied, REPLACE MEMO? is displayed, and you must confirm replacement by pressing the MEM button. NOTE: Press the *exit button once to keep the previous setting

(making no changes) and return to the menu. NOTE: If the selected CID record contains any information that is non-numeric, the unit will not allow this record to transfer to the internal user memory. The handset will display UNABLE TO STORE. To Replace a Stored CID Record 1. Repeat steps 1 through 3 in Storing CID Records in Internal Memory. After you enter the memory location, REPLACE MEMO? shows in the display. 2. Press the MEM button again, and the new CID record replaces the old memory in that location. You will hear a confirmation tone. Deleting a CID Record 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to display the CID record you want to delete. 3. Press the MUTE/DEL button. The display shows DELETE CALL ID?

4. Press the MUTE/DEL button to erase the record showing in the display. The display shows DELETED. NOTE: Press the *exit button to return to the standby mode without deleting any CID records. Deleting All CID Records 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to display any Caller ID record. 3. Press and hold the MUTE/DEL button until DELETE ALL? shows in the display. 4. Press MUTE/DEL button to erase all of the current CID records. The display shows DELETED followed by NO CALLS. NOTE: Press the *exit button to return to the standby mode without deleting any CID records. Memory Each handset can store up to fifty 20-digit numbers with up to 15-character names in memory for quick dialing. This memory feature is in addition to the CID memory log, which stores up to 40 CID records in each handset. Storing a Name and Number in Memory 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the MEM button to display SELECT MEMORY 01-50. 3. Press the desired memory location button (01 through 50) or use the CID/VOL (

or ) button to scroll to desired the memory location. NOTE: If the memory location is occupied, the memory location number and stored name and telephone number shows in the display. If the memory location is empty, EMPTY shows in the display. 4. Press the MEM button. The display shows ENTER NAME. 5. Use the touch-tone pad to enter a name (up to 15 characters). More than one letter is stored in each of the number keys. For example, to enter Bill Smith, press the 2 key twice for the letter B. Press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I. Press the 5 key 3 times for the letter L. Press the 5 key 3 times for the second letter L, and press the 1 key to insert a space between the first and last name. Press the 7 key 4 times for the letter S; press the 6 key once for the letter M;

press the 4 key 3 times for the letter I; press the 8 key for the letter T; press the 4 key twice for the letter H. NOTE: If you make a mistake press the MUTE/DEL button to backspace and erase the wrong character(s) or number(s). 6. Press the MEM button to confirm and save the record. The display shows ENTER TEL NUMBR. 7. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the telephone number (up to 20 digits, including pauses (press #pause/ringer button), and press the MEM button again to save the record. The unit beeps to confirm. NOTE: The system treats PAUSES as delays or spaces in the dialing sequence. 8. To enter another name and number in a different memory location, return to step 2 and repeat the process. Storing the Last Number Dialed You may transfer all three redial numbers into internal user memory. 1. Make sure the phone in OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press redial button to display the most recent redial number. 3. Use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to desired redial number. 4. Press MEM button to display SELECT MEMORY 01 - 50. 5. Use touch-tone pad to enter two digit desired memory location (01 through 50). Display will show ENTER NAME. 6. Follow step 5 in the Storing a Name and Number in Memory section to entername. NOTE: If the memory location is occupied, REPLACE MEMO? is displayed, and you must confirm replacement by pressing the MEM button. 7. Press MEM button to save. 8. To enter another name and number in a different memory location, return to step 2 and repeat the process. NOTE: If the redial number has more than 20 digits, it cannot be stored in memory. Inserting a Pause in the Dialing Sequence (of a Stored Number) Press the #pause button on the handset s touch-tone pad to insert a delay in dialing sequence when a pause is needed to wait for a dial tone (for example, after you dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer access tone.) Each pause counts as one digit in the dialing sequence. Reviewing Records Stored in Memory 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the MEM button to display SELECT MEMORY 01-50. 3. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) buttons to scroll the records, or use the handset s touch-tone pad to enter the memory location number. Changing Records Stored in Memory Follow the procedure for Storing Names and Numbers in Memory, except replace a stored telephone number with a new one. Deleting Records Stored in Memory 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the MEM button to display SELECT MEMORY 01-50. 3. Press the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the record you want to delete or use the touch-tone pad to enter the desired memory location. 4. Press the MUTE/DEL button to mark the record for deletion. The display shows DELETE?

5. Press the MUTE/DEL button to delete the record. DELETED shows in the display. NOTE: If you don t want to change or delete a record, simply press the *exit button, or wait for one minute to exit the review mode automatically. Dialing a Number from Memory 1. Make sure the phone is ON (in talk mode) by pressing the TALK or SPK button. 2. Press the MEM button to display MEMO # - -. 3. Use the touch tone pad to enter the memory location number. The number dialsautomatically.

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1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the MEM button to display SELECT MEMORY 01-50. 3. Press the memory location for the phone number you want to dial, or use the CID/VOL ( or ) button to scroll to the number you want to dial. 4. Press the TALK or SPK button. The number dials automatically. Chain Dialing from Memory Use this feature to make calls from records stored in memory which require a sequence of numbers, such as a calling card number used for a frequently called long distance number. The following example shows how you can store each part of the dialing sequence and use chain dialing to make a call through a long distance service:

The Number For Memory Location Long Distance Access Number Authorization Code Frequently called long distance number 1. Make sure the phone is ON (in talk mode) by pressing the TALK or SPK button. 2. Press the MEM button, and then press 07. 3. When you hear the access tone, press the MEM button, and then press 08. 4. At the next access tone, press the MEM button and then 09. 7 8 9 Changing the Battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the battery that is compatible with this unit. 1. Make sure the telephone is OFF (not in TALK mode) before you replace the battery. 2. Remove the battery compartment door. 3. Disconnect the cord attached to the battery pack and remove the battery pack from the handset. 4. Insert the new battery pack and connect the cord to the jack inside the battery compartment. 5. Put the battery compartment door back on. 6. Place handset in the base or handset charge cradle to charge. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 16 hours) prior to first use or when you install a new battery pack. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised. NOTE: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your product indicates that we are participating in a program to collect and recycle the rechargeable battery (or batteries). For more information go to the RBRC web site at www.rbrc.org or call 1-800-8- BATTERY or contact a local recycling center. Battery Safety Precautions

Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which can cause injury. To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Nickel-metal Hydride battery listed in the User s Guide. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

Remove batteries if storing over 30 days. Display Messages The following messages shows the status of the phone, provides Caller ID information, or helps you set up and use your phone. BLOCKED NUMBER CHARGING... DELETE ALL?

DELETE CALL ID?

DELETE?

DUPLICATE NUMBER END OF LIST ENTER NAME ENTER TEL NUMBR NEW HANDSET NAME HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION INCOMPLETE DATA LINE IN USE LONG DISTANCE LOW BATTERY NEW VOICE MAIL Indicates the person is calling from a number which is blocked from transmission. Indicates the handset needs to charge for a period of time before it can resume normal function. Prompt asking if you want to erase all CID records. Prompt asking if you want to erase the CID record showing on the display. Prompt asking if you want to erase one of the 50 records stored in the phone s memory. Under VIP melody feature, if the desired number/record was selected in any one of TEN VIP melody records before, DUPLICATE NUMBER shows in the display. Indicates that there is no additional information in CID memory. Prompt telling you to enter a name in one of the 50 memory locations. Prompt telling you to enter a telephone number in one of the 50 memory locations. Indicates call or calls which have not been reviewed. Prompt telling you to enter the user name for the registered handset. Indicates you must register a non-registered handset prior to use. Caller information is interrupted during transmission or the phone line is excessively noisy. Indicates no CID information was received, you are not subscribed to CID service, or CID service is not working. Displays on handset while the line is in use. Indicates CID record is from a long distance call. Indicates the battery needs to be charged. Indicates voice mail has not been retrieved from service provider. Service This product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of one year from the original date of consumer purchase. This warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of this product only and does not extend to consequential or incidental damage to other products that may be used with this unit. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. If the unit should be defective with the warranty period, please call Customer Service Department at 1-888-839-0834. Limited Warranty What your warranty does not cover:

Customer instruction. (Your Owner s Manual provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should be obtained from you dealer.) Installation and setup service adjustments. Batteries. Damage from misuse or neglect. Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products. Products purchased or serviced outside the USA. Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage. Limitation of Warranty:

The warranty stated above is the only warranty applicable to this product. All other warranties, express or implied (including all implied warranties of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose) are hereby disclaimed. No verbal or written information given by Market Direct, it s agent, or employees shall create a guaranty or in any way increase the scope of this warranty. Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer. Market Direct shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting for the use of this product or arising out of any breach of any express or implied warranty on this product. This disclaimer of warranties and limited warrant are governed by the laws of the State of Massachusetts. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warrant of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above. Market Direct, 143 York Road, Mansfi eld, MA02048, USA Unit locks up and no communication between the base and cordless handset

Unplug the power adaptor from the electrical outlet and the back of the base. Remove the handset battery. Wait for 30 seconds and plug the power adaptor back into the base and electrical outlet. Reconnect the battery and charge for 16 hours. Caller ID Solutions No Display

Charge the battery (for 16 hours). Or replace the battery.

Make sure the unit is connected to a non-switched electrical outlet. Disconnect the power adaptor from the base and reconnect it. Caller ID Error Message

The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring. This message indicates the presence of noise on the line. No Caller ID You must be subscribed to the standard Name/Number Caller ID service from your local telephone company to receive CID information. Battery If you experience any of the following problems, even after recharging the battery, you may need to replace the battery pack:

Short talk time Poor sound quality Limited range Charge indicator fails to turn on Causes of Poor Reception

Aluminum siding. Foil backing on insulation.

Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals.

You re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves, computers,etc. Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms. Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of the house. Base is plugged into AC outlet with other electronic devices. Baby monitor is using the same frequency.

Handset battery is low.

You re out of range of the base. General Product Care To keep your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines:

Avoid dropping the handset, as well as other rough treatment to the phone.

Clean the phone with a soft cloth.

Never use strong cleaning agents, paint thinner, abrasive powder, alcohol, or other chemical products to clean the unit. Doing so will damage the finish.

Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date. Periodically clean the charge contacts on the handset and base with a clean pencil eraser.

MSG WAITING OFF NEW CALL XX NO CALLS NO USER MEMORY OUT OF RANGE PAGING or PAGING FROM REPT SEARCHING SPKR UNKNOWN CALLER/

NAME/NUMBER Indicates voice mail has been retrieved from service provider. XX represents the number of new CID records not reviewed. Indicates there are no CID records in memory. Indicates the memory location contains no user memories and the user is trying to mark a specific user record for VIP MELODY. May indicate handset is too far away from the base or that the power has been interrupted. Move closer and check connections. Someone pressed the page button on the base or PAGE/INT button on the handset Indicates a repeat call message. Indicates a new call from the same number was received more than once. Indicates handset is searching for the base. Indicates the handset is in speakerphone mode. Indicates incoming call is from an area not serviced by CID or the CID information was not sent. Handset Sound Signals Signal A long warbling tone (with ringer on) Three short beeps (several times) One beep every 7 seconds Meaning Signals an incoming call Page signal Low battery warning Troubleshooting Guide Telephone Solutions No dial tone

Check or repeat installation steps:

Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet. Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall jack.

Connect another phone to the same jack. If it doesn t work, the problem might be your wiring or local service. The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base.

Make sure the battery is properly charged (for 16 hours).

Make sure the battery pack (in the handset) is properly installed.

The handset should beep when you press the TALK or SPK button, and the charge indicator on the base should be lit when the handset rests in the cradle. If not, the battery may need to be charged. Place handset in charge cradle for at least 20 seconds to reset the unit. Handset does not ring

Make sure the handset ringer software switch is set to on.

The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to the base. You may have too many extension phones on your line. Try unplugging some extensions.

Check for a dial tone. You experience static, noise, or fading in and out

The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to base.

Make sure base is not plugged into an electrical outlet with another household appliance. If necessary, relocate the base.

Charge the battery (for 16 hours). Unit beeps

Clean the charging contacts on the cordless handset and base charge cradle with a soft cloth or an eraser. See solutions for No dial tone on previous page.

Replace the battery. Memory dialing doesn t work

Did you program the memory location keys correctly?

Did you follow proper dialing sequence?