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Users Manual 1
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Model number:
30542
DECT 6.0 CORDED CORDLESS TELEPHONE
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Table of contents
Getting started
Parts checklist ..................................................................1
Telephone base and charger installation ...........2
Telephone jack requirements ...................................2
Battery installation.........................................................3
Overview
Telephone base layout .................................................4
Handset layout ................................................................5
Battery charging .............................................................6
Handset screen display icon .....................................7
Initial setting
Dialing mode.....................................................................8
Programming your area code (optional) .............8
Telephone operation
Make a call .........................................................................9
Predial a call ......................................................................9
Answer a call ....................................................................9
Mute ......................................................................................9
End a call ............................................................................9
Speakerphone ..................................................................9
Volume control ................................................................9
Audio boost .......................................................................9
Equalizer ..........................................................................10
Make a call using the redial memory .................10
Save a number from the redial list to the
phonebook ..................................................................10
Delete number from the redial list .......................10
Call waiting or call waiting with caller ID
service ...........................................................................11
Using multiple handsets ...........................................11
Voice mail service ........................................................11
Reset VMWI ....................................................................11
Handset locator ...........................................................11
Intercom ..........................................................................12
To answer an incoming call during
intercom .......................................................................12
To transfer a call ..........................................................12
Handset settings
Ringer volume ...............................................................13
Ringer Tones ..................................................................13
Low Batt Tone ...............................................................13
Key beeps ........................................................................13
Equalizer ..........................................................................14
Handset name ..............................................................14
Display language .........................................................14
Auto Talk ..........................................................................15
Clock and alarm
Date and time ...............................................................16
Alarm .................................................................................16
Phonebook
Add a phonebook record .........................................17
Memory location ..........................................................17
Character table ............................................................18
To view/call a phonebook record .........................18
To search a phonebook entry
alphabetically ............................................................18
Edit a phonebook entry ............................................19
Delete a phonebook entry .......................................19
Delete all phonebook entries .................................19
Phonebook memory ...................................................19
Caller ID
Using Caller ID service ..............................................20
Phonebook Caller-ID matching .............................20
Review/call from the call log ..................................20
Save a number to the phonebook .......................20
Delete caller ID record ...............................................21
Call log display screen messages ........................21
Answering system
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Answering system and voice mail .......................22
Message capacity .......................................................22
New message indicator............................................22
Memo recording ...........................................................22
Outgoing Announcement (OGA) ...........................23
Play the current outgoing announcement ......23
Record outgoing announcement .........................23
Delete your recorded OGA ......................................23
Number of rings before the system
answers ........................................................................24
Message Alert ................................................................24
Call screening ................................................................24
Call intercept ..................................................................25
Message playback using the handset ...............25
Message playback using the telephone
base ................................................................................25
Options during playback ..........................................25
Delete all messages ...................................................25
Security code for remote access..........................26
Access the answering system remotely ...........26
Remote access commands ....................................26
Advanced settings
Registering a handset ...............................................27
Deregistering a handset ...........................................27
Appendix
Troubleshooting guide ..............................................28
General Product Care ................................................29
Important Safety Instructions ...............................30
FCC Parts 15, 68 and ACTA ......................................33
One Year Limited Warranty ....................................36
Index ..................................................................................38
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Remote access operation card .............................41
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1
Getting started
Parts checklist
Your telephone contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original
packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.
Charger with adapter attached
(1 for 30542XE2
2 for 30542XE3
3 for 30542XE4)
*Available for models with
multiple handsets only
Handset
(1 for 30542XE1
2 for 30542XE2
3 for 30542XE3
4 for 30542XE4)
Battery
compartment cover
(1 for 30542XE1
2 for 30542XE2
3 for 30542XE3
4 for 30542XE4)
Battery
(1 for 30542XE1
2 for 30542XE2
3 for 30542XE3
4 for 30542XE4)
Telephone line cord
Telephone base
User’s guide
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DECT 6.0 CORDED CORDLESS TELEPHONE
Model number:
30542
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Getting started
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CAUTION:
1. Use only the power adapter that came with this unit. Using other power adapters may damage
the unit.
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Telephone base and charger installation
1. Plug the smaller end of the power adapter into the power jack at the bottom of the
telephone base, route the cord through the tabbed slot on the right.
2. Plug one end of the telephone line into the jack at the bottom of the telephone
base, route the cord through the tabbed slot on the left.
3. Plug the other end of the telephone line into a telephone wall jack.
4. Plug the larger end of the power adapter into an electrical outlet not controlled by
a wall switch.
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Telephone base installation Charger installation
Plug the power
adapter into an
electrical outlet
not controlled by
a wall switch.
Telephone jack requirements
To use this phone, you need a RJ11C type modular telephone jack,
which might look like the one pictured here, installed in your home.
If you do not have a modular jack, call your telephone service
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Getting started
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Battery installation
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or NI-MH AAA550*2) with this product.
2. If the handset will not be used for an extended period of time, unplug the battery and remove it
from the handset to prevent possible leakage.
Please fully charge your handset before use!
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NOTE: Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery. Visit our website at
www.gephones.com to order a replacement battery if necessary.
1. Plug the battery connector securely
into the socket inside the handset
battery compartment. Make sure
that red and black wires on the plug
are properly inserted into the socket
as shown.
2. Place the battery
and the wire inside
the battery
compartment.
4. Place the handset onto the telephone base or charger as
shown. An animated battery icon will display after a few
minutes to show that the handset battery is successfully
being charged. For optimum performance, please allow the
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3. Align the cover
against the battery
compartment and
slide it upwards
until it clicks into
place.
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Overview
Telephone base layout
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Press to delete the
message during
playback.
Press and hold
to delete all old
messages when the
telephone is idle.
Message window
Displays the number
of messages and other
answering system
information.
Press to play
messages or stop
playback.
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Press to decrease
the volume during
message playback or
call screening.
Press to skip to the
next message during
message playback.
Press to repeat a
message or press twice
to play the previous
message during message
playback.
Press to page all
system handsets.
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the volume during
message playback or
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Overview
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Handset layout
Press to review the
phonebook when the
telephone is not in use.
During a call, press
to increase the incoming
volume.
While in menu, press to
scroll up.
Press to make or answer
a call.
Press to switch between
speakerphone and
normal handset use
during a call or message
playback.
During a call, press to
send touch-tone signals
temporarily.
redial
Press to review redial list.
Press to mute a call,
press again to resume
conversation.
Press to delete digit or
character.
Press to review the call
log when the telephone
is not in use.
While in menu, press to
scroll down.
During a call, press
to decrease the incoming
volume.
During a call, press to
hang up.
During programming,
press to cancel and exit
without making changes.
Press and hold to add
a dialing pause when
dialing or entering
numbers into phonebook.
Press to switch between
upper case and lower
case when entering
names into phonebook.
Press to show menu.
Press to select an item,
or to save an entry or
setting.
During a call, press to answer an incoming call if you
receive a call waiting alert (if you have subscribed
to the call waiting feature from your service provider).
Press to play answering system message when in
idle mode.
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Press to dial programmed
memory numbers.
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Overview
6
Battery charging
The following table summarizes the battery charge indicators and what actions need
to be taken.
Battery indicators Battery status Action
Battery icon is scrolling.
Battery is charging. Keep the handset in the telephone
base or charger when not in use.
Battery icon is on
steadily.
Battery is completely
charged.
The handset is ready for use.
It will take approximately 2 hours
for the battery icon to indicate a full
charge even if the handset is only
removed from the telephone base or
charger for a short time and replaced.
This is a normal operation and does
not indicate a battery issue.
Battery icon is empty
and the screen shows
LOW BATTERY
CHARGE HANDSET
Battery is low. Place the handset in the telephone
base or charger to charge without
interruption (at least 30 minutes)
before use.
The screen is blank. Battery has no power while
the handset is out of the
telephone base or charger.
Place the handset in the telephone
base or charger for at least 16
hours without interruption. See
troubleshooting on page 28 for
help if the screen remains blank after
charging.
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Overview
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Handset screen display icon
Item Meaning
Displays when the telephone base is within reception
range.
Scrolls to indicate battery charging when handset is in the
telephone base or charger.
Flashes and empty when battery level is low.
Speakerphone is in use.
Displays when there are new calls.
Displays when there is a new voice mail message.
(Available only if you have subscribed to voice mail service
from your telephone service provider.)
Displays when the alarm is set.
Flashes during alarm.
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Displays when answering system is on.
Flashes when there are new messages.
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8
Initial setting
Dialing mode
The default dialing mode is TONE for touch tone dialing. If you have pulse or rotary
service, you can change this setting to accommodate your telephone
line service.
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Base Setup and then press .
3. Press again to select Dialing Mode.
4. Press or to select the desired setting and then press
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Programming your area code (optional)
If you program your area code, the caller ID history displays only seven
digits of the telephone numbers from your area code.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Area Code and then press .
4. Enter your area code and then press WRFRQ¿UP
Dialing Mode
Reset VMWI
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Tone
Pulse
10:30PM 11/20
Area Code
Register HS
10:30PM 11/20
Set Area Code
- - -
10:30PM 11/20
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9
Telephone operation
Make a call
1. Press .
2. Dial the phone number.
Predial a call
1. Dial the phone number using the dial pad keys. If you make an error while dialing,
you can press redial to erase the last digit entered.
2. Press
.
Answer a call
Press to answer an incoming call.
When there is an incoming call, the screen and dial pad backlight will be on.
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the other party but the other party cannot hear you.
1. Press redial during a call.
2. Press redial again to resume conversation.
End a call
Press or place the handset in the telephone base or charger to end a call.
Speakerphone
Anytime during a call, press to switch between speakerphone and normal handset
use.
NOTE: Using the speakerphone will drain the battery faster than the normal handset use.
Volume control
You can adjust the volume of the handset or speakerphone anytime during a call.
Press to increase or to decrease the volume.
NOTE: Only the listening volume can be adjusted.
Audio boost
Press the boost button on the left side of the handset to amplify the listening volume
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the call at normal sound levels.
To return the handset to the normal volume level, press the boost button again. The
volume will also automatically return to the normal level after you end the call.
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Equalizer
This feature allows you to change the balance of the audio of the handset to best suit
your hearing.
Press the EQ button on the right side of the handset to switch between Natural, Bass
or Treble during a call.
Make a call using the redial memory
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digits each).
1. Press redial .
2. Press
or to select the desired phone number and then press to dial.
Save a number from the redial list to the phonebook
1. Press redial .
2. Press or to select the desired phone number and then press .
3. Press or to select Save to Pb and then press .
4. Enter the name by using the dial pad, refer to the character table on page 18 for
more information, and then press .
5. Edit the number by using the dial pad if necessary, and then press .
6. Press or to select the desired ringer tone and then press WRFRQ¿UP
Delete number from the redial list
1. Press redial .
2. Press or to select the desired phone number and then press .
3. Press or to select DELETE and then press to delete the selected
number.
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Press or to select DELETE ALL and then press twice to delete all
redial records.
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Telephone operation
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Call waiting or call waiting with caller ID service
To use call waiting, you must subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone
service provider. This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking
on the phone. You will hear a call waiting alert tone when there is a second incoming
call. If you subscribe to both caller ID and call waiting with caller ID services, the
second caller’s information is displayed after you hear the call waiting alert tone.
1. Press
to answer the second incoming call.
2. Press to switch between calls.
Using multiple handsets
The system allows a maximum of two system handsets to have a conversation with
an outside call at a time. The call will not be ended until all system handsets hang up.
Press on another handset. Press or place the handset in the telephone base or
charger to end the call.
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voice mail message from your service provider.
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you must subscribe to it from your telephone service provider.
Reset VMWI
You can reset the VMWI (voice message waiting indicator) when the phone indicates
new messages waiting but there are none (for example, if you have previously
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new voice mails do exist, your telephone service provider will continue to send the
signal to activate the feature.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Base Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Reset VMWI and then press .
4. Press again to select Yes WRFRQ¿UP
Handset locator
You can locate a misplaced handset by paging it from the telephone base.
1. Press on the telephone base.
2. Press again on the telephone base or press on any handset to stop paging.
Dialing Mode
Reset VMWI
10:30PM 11/20
Yes
No
10:30PM 11/20
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Telephone operation
12
Intercom
The system allows an intercom call between two handsets registered to the same
telephone base.
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Intercom and then press .
3. Press or to select the desired handset, and then press .
4. Press to answer the intercom call on the other handset.
5. To end the intercom call, press or place the handset in the telephone base or
charger.
NOTES:
1 The intercom call can be canceled before it is answered by pressing on the originating handset.
2. If the called handset or telephone base does not answer within one minute, or is busy, or is out of range, the
paging will be canceled.
To answer an incoming call during intercom
You will hear an alert tone when you receive an incoming call during intercom.
Press to answer the incoming call and end the intercom.
To transfer a call
You can transfer a call to another system handsets.
1. Press during a call.
2. Press or to select the desired handset and then press .
The call is placed on hold while the intercom is established with the other system
device.
3. Press to answer the intercom on the other handset.
You can choose either option from the followings for this intercom call.
Press to end the intercom and switch back to the outside call.
Press or place the handset in the telephone base or charger to transfer the
outside call to the other handset.
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Handset settings
Ringer volume
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1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Handset Tones and then press .
3. Press again to select Ringer Volume.
4. Press or to select the desired volume level and then press
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Ringer Tones
You can select from 10 ringer tones.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Tones and then press .
3. Press or to select Ringer Tones and then press .
4. Press or to select the desired melody (Ringer 1 to 10) and
then press WRFRQ¿UP
Low Batt Tone
When this feature is activated, the handset beeps when the battery is low.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Tones and then press .
3. Press or to select Low Batt Tone and then press .
4. Press or to select On or 2ȹ and then press to
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Key beeps
The handset can be programmed to emit a tone with each key press. You can choose
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1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Tones and then press .
3. Press or to select Key Beeps and then press .
4. Press or to select On or 2ȹ and then press to
FRQ¿UP
Ringer Volume
Ringer Tones
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Ringer Tones
Low Batt Tone
10:30PM 11/20
Key Beeps
Ringer Volume
10:30PM 11/20
Low Batt Tone
Key Beeps
10:30PM 11/20
Volume Level 3
10:30PM 11/20
Ringer 1
Ringer 2
10:30PM 11/20
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Handset settings
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Equalizer
This feature allows you to change the balance of the audio of the handset to best sit
your hearing.
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Equalizer and then press .
4. Press or to select the Natural, Bass or Treble, and then
press WRFRQ¿UP
Handset name
Your handsets will be automatically numbered starting from 1 up to the total number
of handsets registered to your base unit. You can rename your handsets for easier
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handset with a name:
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Handset Name and then press .
4. Press redial to erase each letter of the current name.
5. Enter your desired handset name (up to 14 characters). Press the
key to the corresponding character to display the correct letter. See
the character table on page 18 for more information.
6. Press WRFRQ¿UP
Display language
You can select ENGLISH, FRANCIS or ESPAÑOL as the display language. The default
setting is ENGLISH.
To change the display language:
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Language and then press .
4. Press or to select the desired setting and then press
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Language
Auto Talk
10:30PM 11/20
Handset Name
Language
10:30PM 11/20
English
Francis
10:30PM 11/20
Handset Name
HANDSET_
10:30PM 11/20
Equalizer
Handset Name
10:30PM 11/20
Natural
Bass
10:30PM 11/20
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Handset settings
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Auto Talk
When this feature is activated, you can answer a call by lifting the handset from the
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1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Auto Talk and then press .
4. Press or to select On or 2ȹ and then press to
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Auto Talk
Area Code
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On
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Clock and alarm
Date and time
You can set the date and time of the telephone system as follows.
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Set Date & Time and then press .
4. Enter the current hour and minute. For example, 9:30 should be
entered as [0], [9], [3], [0]. Press or to select AM or PM.
5. Press WRFRQ¿UP
6. Enter the current month, day and year. For example, May 16, 2010
should be entered as [0], [5], [1], [6], [1], [0], and then press to
FRQ¿UP
Alarm
The alarm can be programmed to sound once or daily for one minute. The alarm
setting is independent to each handset.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press again to select Alarm Clock.
4. Press or to select On and then press .
5. Enter the desired hour and minute and then press or to
select AM or PM.
6. Press WRFRQ¿UP
7. Press or to select the desired alarm melody and then
press .
8. Press or to select Once or Daily and then press to
FRQ¿UP
(Once: The alarm sounds once at the set time.
Daily: The alarm sounds daily at the set time.)
Set Date & Time
Equalizer
10:30PM 11/20
Time
09:30PM
10:30PM 11/20
MM/DD/YYYY
05/16/2010
10:30PM 11/20
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10:30PM 11/20
Ringer 1
Ringer 2
10:30PM 11/20
Set Alarm Time
05:30AM
10:30PM 11/20
Once
Daily
10:30PM 11/20
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Phonebook
Add a phonebook record
1. Press on the handset.
NOTE: You can also access the phonebook by pressing
and selecting Phonebook.
2. Press once if your phonebook is empty, or press twice if your phonebook has
stored entries to select New Entry.
3. Enter the name (max. 16 characters). Press the key to the corresponding character
to display the correct letter. See the character table on page 18 for more
information.
5. Press .
6. Enter the number (max. 24 digits). If you need a pause between digits, press and
hold the until a P appears in the display. This will insert a 3-second pause in
the dialing sequence.
7. Press .
8. Press or to select the desired ringer tone, and then press .
NOTE: The directory can store up to 50 entries with up to 24 digits for each telephone number and 14
characters for each name.
Memory location
You can program phone numbers into memory location buttons m1, m2 and m3 for
quick dialing.
To program a memory location:
1. Press and hold the desired memory location (m1, m2 or m3) button.
2. Enter the number (max. 24 digits). If you need a pause between digits, press and
hold the until a P appears in the display. This will insert a 3-second pause in
the dialing sequence.
3. Press WRFRQ¿UP
NOTE: Numbers must be stored separately in each handset and base memory location.
To dial from a memory location:
Press the desired memory location button (m1, m2 or m3) when the handset is not in
use, the number will be dialed automatically.
-OR-
Press and then press the desired memory location button to dial.
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Character table
Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 16 characters). Each
press of a particular key displays the character in the following order:
Dial pad
key
Character by number of key presses
123456
[1] space 1 # ‘ , - . &
[2] A B C 2
[3] D E F 3
[4] G H I 4
[5] J K L 5
[6] M N O 6
[7] P Q R S 7
[8] T U V 8
[9] W X Y Z 9
[0] 0
To view/call a phonebook record
Records are stored alphabetically in the phonebook. To search the phonebook:
1. Press when handset is not in use.
NOTE: You can also access the phonebook by pressing and selecting Phonebook.
2. Press or WR¿QGDQHQWU\
3. Press to call the displayed entry.
To search a phonebook entry alphabetically
1. Press when the handset is not use.
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looking for. The closest match in alphabetical order will appear. You can then press
or to view the next entry.
3. Press to call the displayed entry.
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Edit a phonebook entry
1. Press when the handset is not in use.
2. Press
or to locate the desired entry and then press .
3. Press or to select Edit and then press .
4. Edit the name by using the redial key to erase and backspace, then
enter new characters using the dial pad keys and press .
5. Edit the number by using the redial key to erase and backspace, then enter new
numbers using the dial pad keys and press .
6. Press or to select the desired ringer tone and then press to
FRQ¿UP
Delete a phonebook entry
1. Press when the handset is not in use.
2. Press or to locate the desired entry and then press .
3. Press or to select Delete and then press .
Delete all phonebook entries
1. Press when the handset is not in use.
2. Press and then press or to select Delete All.
3. Press WZLFHWRFRQ¿UP
Phonebook memory
This feature allows you to check the remaining capacity of the phonebook.
1. Press when the handset is not in use.
2. Press and then press or to select Pb Capacity. The
screen shows X/50 where X indicates the number of entries stored
in the phonebook.
Edit
Delete
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Delete All
Pb Capacity
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Pb Capacity
New Entry
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Delete
Delete All
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Caller ID
Using Caller ID service
IMPORTANT: You must subscribe to Caller-ID services from your service provider to
use the Caller ID capabilities of this telephone system. Check with your telephone
service provider for details.
Caller ID records are stored in the order that they are received. Your telephone stores
caller ID memory for the 40 most recent calls. When the 41st call is received, the
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Phonebook Caller-ID matching
If the last seven digits of an incoming telephone number match a telephone number
in your phonebook, the name from this entry will display on the screen.
For example, if Michael Jones calls, and his number is saved in the phonebook under
the name MIKE, the screen displays the name MIKE.
NOTE: The number you see on your caller ID is in the format sent by the telephone service provider. It usually
delivers 10-digit telephone numbers (area code plus telephone number). If the last seven digits of the incoming
telephone number do not match with a number in your phonebook, the name appears as it is delivered by the
telephone service provider.
Review/call from the call log
As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know new calls have
been received. To scroll through the caller ID records:
1. Press
to display the caller ID list.
2. Press or to browse through the list.
3. When the desired record is displayed, press to call.
-OR-
Press repeatedly until the phone number is shown in the desired format (for
example, when 555-5555 is displayed, press to change the format of the
phone number to 555-555-5555, 1-555-555-5555, and back to 555-5555), then
press to call.
Save a number to the phonebook
1. Press .
2. Press or to locate the desired record and then press .
3. Enter the name by using the dial pad keys if necessary, and then press .
4. Edit the number by using the dial pad keys if necessary, and then press .
5. Press or to select the desired ringer tone, and then press to save.
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Delete caller ID record
1. Press
.
2. Press or to locate the desired record.
3. Press redial to delete the selected record.
-OR-
Press and hold redial and then press to delete all records.
Call log display screen messages
Display When
Unavailable The caller’s name and number are not available.
Private The caller is blocking the name and/or number.
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Answering system
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Using a handset
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press again to select $QVZHU2Q2ȹ.
4. Press or to select Answer On or $QVZHU2ȹ, and then
press .
Using the telephone base
Press ans RQWKHWHOHSKRQHEDVHWRWXUQWKHDQVZHULQJV\VWHPRQRURȺ
Answering system and voice mail
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telephone service provider (fee may apply). They are independent features and each
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To listen to your voicemail, follow the instructions provided by your voicemail service
provider. To listen to messages recorded on your answering system, refer to page
25.
Message capacity
The answering system can record up to 59 messages. Each message can be up to 3
minutes in length, and the total recording time is 20 minutes approximately.
New message indicator
When there are new messages on the answering system, the number of messages
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XX New Message displays on the screen of the handset(s).
Memo recording
Memos are your own recorded messages used as reminders for yourself or others
using the same answering system.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Record Memo and then press .
4. Speak towards the handset to record your memo (up to 2 minutes).
5. Press to stop recording.
Memos are stored as answering system message. For details about playing back the
message and other options, refer to page 25.
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Message Alert
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Answer On
$QVZHU2ȹ
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Record Memo
Message Alert
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Outgoing Announcement (OGA)
When the answering system answers a call, the pre-recorded outgoing
announcement is played to the caller unless you have recorded your own outgoing
announcement.
Play the current outgoing announcement
The following steps allow you to listen to the outgoing announcement you are
currently using. The answering system announces the pre-recorded outgoing
message if you have not recorded your own.
To listen to the current outgoing announcement
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Announcement and then press .
4. Press or to select Play OGA and then press . The
system announces the current outgoing announcement you are
using.
Record outgoing announcement
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Announcement and then press .
4. Press or to select Record New and then press .
5. After the voice prompt and beep sound, speak into the handset
as you would normally during a call while recording your OGA (2
minutes maximum).
6. Press ZKHQ¿QLVKHG7KHV\VWHPZLOOWKHQSOD\EDFNWKHUHFRUGHGPHVVDJH
Delete your recorded OGA
If you want to use the pre-recorded outgoing announcement, simply delete your
recorded OGA.
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Announcement and then press .
4. Press or to select Play OGA and then press .
5. Press redial when the system is playing your recorded OGA. The system will then
play back the pre-recorded OGA.
Announcement
Record Memo
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Play OGA
Record New
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Announcement
Record Memo
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Play OGA
Record New
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Number of rings before the system answers
You can select the number of rings before the answering system answers a call.
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Number of Rings and then press .
4. Press or to select the desired setting and then press
WRFRQ¿UP
NOTE: If you select TOLL SAVER, the system answers after the second ring if there are new
messages, or after the fourth ring if there is no new message. This allows you to check your
system to see if there are new messages before incurring toll charges.
Message Alert
When this feature is activated and there are new messages, the telephone base
beeps every 15 seconds.
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1. Press .
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Message Alert and then press .
4. Press or to select Msg Alert On or 0VJ$OHUW2ȹ and then
press WRFRQ¿UP
Call screening
When the answering system answers a call, you can listen at the telephone base
while the caller leaves a message.
The message automatically plays on the telephone base. Use the vol /vol buttons
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increase the volume when listening to message playback at the telephone base. You
can also press on a handset to listen to the recording.
To turn this feature On or 2ȹ:
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Call Screening and then press .
4. Press or to select Screening On or 6FUHHQLQJ2ȹand
then press WRFRQ¿UP
Number of Rings
Announcement
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Message Alert
Number of Rings
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2 Rings
4 Rings
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Msg Alert On
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Call Screening
Security Code
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Screening On
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Call intercept
If you want to speak to the caller when the answering system is recording a message,
press on a handset. The answering system will automatically stop recording when
you do so.
Message playback using the handset
To listen to messages on a handset:
1. Press
twice or when the handset is in idle mode. Your messages will
automatically be played back through the handset speakerphone. Press to
listen to your messages privately through the handset.
2. The following message options are available during playback:
REPEAT: Press 1 to repeat the currently playing message.
STOP: Press 2 to pause the message currently playing, press 2 again to resume
playing.
SKIP: Press 3 to listen to the next message.
DEL: Press 0 to delete the currently playing message.
or : Press to increase or decrease the playback volume.
Message playback using the telephone base
1. Press on the telephone base to listen to the messages.
2. The system announces the number of messages and date and time when the
message was recorded.
3. Press again to stop the playback.
Options during playback
Key Operation
vol /vol Press to adjust the listening volume.
Press to playback or stop messages.
Press to repeat a message. Press twice to play the previous
message.
Press to skip to the next message.
del Press during playback to delete the current message.
Press and hold in idle mode to delete all old messages.
Delete all messages
Using the telephone base
Press and hold del on the telephone base when in idle mode.
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Security code for remote access
Your answering system allows you to program a 3-digit security code to get access to
the system through any touch-tone telephone. The default security code is 123.
To change the security code:
1. Press
.
2. Press or to select Answer System and then press .
3. Press or to select Security Code and then press .
4. The handset screen displays the current security code. Use the dial
key pad to enter a new 3-digit security code and then press to
FRQ¿UP
Access the answering system remotely
1. Dial your phone number from any touch-tone telephone.
2. Enter your security code using the numeric keypad on the touch-tone telephone
when your answering system takes your call and you hear your outgoing
announcement.
3. The system will start playing the remote access menu if the security code is
correctly entered.
NOTES:
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call after 10 rings and then ask you to enter your security code.
2. Enter the code again if you have entered an incorrect security code.
Remote access commands
Touch-
tone keys
Remote command
1Replay the current or previous message.
2Play/stop messages.
3Skip to the next message.
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7Listen to the main menu.
0Delete the current message.
A convenient wallet card, with instructions needed to operate your answering system
remotely, can be found on page 41.
Security Code
$QVZHU2Q2ȹ
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Security Code
123
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Advanced settings
Registering a handset
The telephone system can support up to a total of 5 handsets. Handsets that were
included with your main base are pre-registered.
To add or re-register a handset using a handset:
1. Press
when the handset screen shows To Register Press Menu.
2. The handset shows Press Find For 4 Sec On Base.
3. Press and hold the button on the telephone base until a beep
sounds.
4. Press on the handset and the screen shows Please Wait...
A beep sounds on the handset when the registration is successful.
NOTE: This product is compatible with model 30540 accessory handsets only. For
information on how to purchase accessory handsets, please visit our website at www.gephones.com
Deregistering a handset
This feature is intended for base replacement procedures. Handset deregistration is
not recommended for normally functioning systems. For more information concerning
deregistration, visit us online at www.gephones.com
1. Press .
2. Press or to select Handset Setup and then press .
3. Press or to select Deregister HS and then press .
4. Press again when the screen shows &RQ¿UP'HUHJ"
5. Press or to select Yes and then press WRFRQ¿UP
NOTE: HS Deregistered shows on the handset’s screen if the deregistration is successful.
Press Find For
4 Sec On Base
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To Register
Press Menu
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Deregister HS
Alarm Clock
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Yes
No
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Appendix
Troubleshooting guide
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procedures:
1. Unplug all power adapters from the power outlets.
2. Disconnect the telephone line cord from the base or modular jack.
3. Remove the battery compartment covers and unplug all handset battery packs.
4. After a few minutes, re-install all handset battery packs, making sure that the
connectors are snug and the wires are not pinched before replacing all battery
compartment covers.
5. Plug the power adapters for the base and any chargers back into their power
outlets. Be sure not to use outlets that are controlled by wall switches or timers.
6. Place all handsets in the telephone base or chargers to charge without interruption
for at least 30 minutes before use.
7. Plug the line cord into the telephone base or modular jack and verify operation.
For product assistance or for more information about accessories, visit our website at
www.gephones.com or call our customer service center at 1-877-394-9775.
General Performance
Problem Cause/solution
Cannot hear a
dial tone.
Increase the volume on the handset.
Disconnect the telephone line cord from the base unit and
connect it to a known working telephone. If the known working
telephone operates properly, contact our customer support
center for warranty information.
Handset does
not ring.
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Make sure your handset is charged.
You experience
audible static,
noise, or fading
in and out.
The handset may be near the end of range limit. Move the
handset closer to the base unit.
If you are using a line with DSL service, make sure you have
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provider.
Try to relocate the base unit and use the handset away from
sources of electrical interference.
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Caller ID
Problem Cause/solution
Caller-ID
information is
not displayed.
You must subscribe to Caller ID service from your telephone
service provider.
Make sure the base unit is plugged directly into a telephone
modular jack. If you are using a line with DSL service, make
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service provider.
While on a call,
new caller-ID
information is
not displayed.
You must subscribe to Caller ID with Call Waiting service from
your telephone service provider.
Answering system
Problem Cause/solution
The unit does
not record new
messages.
Make sure the answering system is on.
The message memory may be full. Some messages will need to
be deleted.
Cannot access
the answering
system locally
through
a system
handset.
The system may be in use by another party.
The system is busy recording a message.
Cannot operate
the answering
system
remotely.
You must use a touch-tone telephone for remote access.
Make sure you follow the remote access procedures in this
user’s guide.
General Product Care
Avoid dropping the handset, as well as other rough treatment to the phone.
Clean the phone only with a dry soft cloth.
Never use cleaning agents, paint thinner, abrasive powder, alcohol, or other
chemical products to clean the unit. Doing so will damage the unit.
Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship the phone at a later date.
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Important Safety Instructions
Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, when
using telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
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1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Telephones should not be used while you are in a bathtub, shower or pool. Immersion of the
telephone or handset in water could cause an electrical shock.
5. Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect
it from overheating. Do not block or cover these openings. Do not block the openings by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place this product in a
built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
6. Only operate this product from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company.
7. Plug the adapter into an easily accessible electrical outlet near the equipment.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord
will be abused by persons walking on it.
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shock.
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11. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
12. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause
electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
13. Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures such as areas near a hot radiator, stove
or in a hot car. Do not place product upon other consumer electronic products such as;
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14. Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc., on or near the telephone.
15. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
16. Never install or modify telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
17. Never install jacks or telephones in wet locations.
18. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines to prevent electrical shock and/or
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19. Under the following conditions, unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
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A. The power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
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B. The product has been exposed to rain or water.
C. The product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions.
D. The product’s cabinet has been damaged.
E. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
20. Avoid using a telephone during an electrical-storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
21. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
22. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious damage to the product.
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24. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
IF YOUR PRODUCT UTILIZES BATTERIES, THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE OBSERVED:
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2. Do not use this product if the battery door is removed or missing.
3. Replace batteries that appear to be swollen or have damaged wiring.
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possible special disposal instructions.
5. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause
damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
6. Exercise care in handling battery(ies) in order not to short out the battery(ies) with conducting
materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery(ies) or conductor may overheat and
cause burns.
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product that are not rechargeable. The battery(ies) may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode.
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product by heating them. Sudden release of the battery(ies) electrolyte may occur causing
burns or irritation to eyes or skin.
9. When replacing battery(ies), all batteries should be replaced at the same time. Mixing fresh
and discharged batteries could increase internal cell pressure and rupture the discharged
battery(ies). (Applies to products employing more than one separately replaceable primary
battery.)
10. When inserting battery(ies) into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be
observed. Reverse insertion of battery(ies) may result in leakage or explosion.
11. When inserting battery(ies) into this product, do not twist or pinch the wires or allow wires to
become pinched in battery door.
12. If storing over 30 days, remove battery(ies) from this product because the battery(ies) could
leak and damage the product.
13. Discard “dead” battery(ies) as soon as possible since “dead” batteries are more likely to leak
in a product.
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product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for
the purpose of extending shelf life should be protected from condensation during storage
and defrosting. Batteries should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after cold
storage.
15. If your product uses rechargeable battery(ies), charge the battery(ies) only in accordance with
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16. Battery safety precautions
Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic
materials could be released which might cause injury to persons or property damage.
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battery.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or replacement battery. Visit our website at
www.gephones.com to order a replacement battery if necessary.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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FCC Parts 15, 68 and ACTA
This equipment is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the
Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
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.
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.
This equipment is not intended to be used with Party Lines. 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
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If this equipment is malfunctioning, it should be unplugged from the modular jack until the
problem is corrected. Repairs to this equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or
its authorized agents. For information on repair procedures, follow the instructions provided
with the limited warranty. Should your equipment cause trouble on your 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 practical 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)
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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
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performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give you adequate
notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service. 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.
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If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
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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.
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which the receiving antenna is connected.
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television technician for additional suggestions. 7KHFKDQJHVRUPRGL¿FDWLRQVQRWH[SUHVVO\
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This equipment meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility
If this product has a memory dialing feature, you may choose to store emergency phone
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emergency numbers, we suggest you also write these numbers down so that you can still dial
the number manually of the memory dialing fails.
This feature is included as a convenience only. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for
customer reliance on the memory feature of this product.
Testing emergency telephone numbers is not recommended. However, if you choose to make
a test call to an emergency number, you should:
Remain on the line and provide an explanation for the call before you hang up.
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evenings.
To ensure user safety, the FCC has established criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy
that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander according to the intended usage of the
equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the FCC criteria. The
handset may be safely held against the ear of the user. The telephone base should be installed
and used such that parts of the users body other than the handset are maintained at a distance
of approximately 8 inches (20 cm) or more.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROW
HEAD WITHIN
THE TRIANGLE IS
A WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU
OF “DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” INSIDE
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN
THE TRIANGLE IS
A WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU
OF IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
WARNING: TO PREVENT
FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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This product meets ENERGY STAR program requirements for energy conservation.
Selecting ENERGY STAR products is a responsible way to save energy and money while
protecting our environment. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
The RBRC seal on the battery used in your product indicates that CCT is participating
in the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program to collect and
recycle rechargeable batteries. We encourage you to explore the easy recycling
options available to you in your area. For more information visit www.rbrc.org or call
1-800-8-BATTERY or contact your local recycling center.
In accordance with California Proposition 65, CCT advises that nickel is a chemical
known to the State of California to cause cancer.
This product has reduced magnetic noise interference with most T-coil equipped
hearing aids and cochlear implants. The TIA-1083 Compliant Logo is a trademark of
the Telecommunications Industry Association. Used under license.
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One Year Limited Warranty
CCT Tech USA Inc. (CCT), the licensed manufacturer of this GE® branded product, warrants this
product to the original retail purchaser to be free of material and/or workmanship defects for
a period of one year after the date of original retail purchase. Proof of the original purchase is
required to obtain a remedy under this limited warranty and the product must be returned to
CCT at your expense.
During the limited warranty period, CCT or its authorized service representative will repair or
replace at CCT’s option, without charge, a materially defective product. We may use new or
refurbished replacement parts. If we replace the product, it may be with a new or refurbished
product of same or similar design. CCT may keep any removed or defective parts, and/or
replaced product. The repaired or replaced product is warranted for the remainder of the original
warranty or 90 days, whichever is greater. Repair or replacement of this product at CCT’s option
is your exclusive remedy.
This limited warranty only applies to products purchased, used and serviced in the United States
and its territories, or Puerto Rico. If you purchased this product outside of the United States, its
territories or Puerto Rico, contact your dealer for service information.
This 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. CCT IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SIMILAR DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
LOST PROFITS OR REVENUE, INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT, OR ANY OTHER ASSOCIATED
EQUIPMENT, THE COST OF SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT, AND ANY CLAIMS BY THIRD PARTIES
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
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to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the limitations or exclusions stated above may not apply.
What Is NOT Covered Under This Limited Warranty
Normal wear and tear or cosmetic damage.
Damage due to accidents, misuse, physical force, improper installation or operation,
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authorized service representative.
Problems caused by signal conditions, radio interference, network reliability, cable or antenna
systems.
Damage caused by use of non CCT accessories or misapplication.
Products whose serial numbers have been removed, altered or rendered illegible.
Products purchased, shipped from, used or serviced outside the United States.
Batteries.
Products used for business, commercial or institutional purposes.
Damage caused by acts of nature such as, but not limited to, lightning damage.
Products returned without valid proof of purchase.
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How To Obtain Warranty Service
Call our customer service center at 1-877-394-9775. Our customer service specialist will assist
you in obtaining warranty service. Please have a paper and pencil handy to write down the
warranty service return instructions.
-OR-
You may visit our web site at www.gephones.com for troubleshooting, FAQs, and information on
warranty service.
Accessibility
If you have a disability or questions about how CCT’s products can accommodate persons with
disabilities, please call our customer service center at 1-877-394-9775. When calling, please let
our specialists know that you have an inquiry about accessibility so your call is routed properly.
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A
Alarm 16
Answer a call 9
Area code 8
Audio boost 9
Auto Talk 15
B
Battery charging 6
Battery installation 3
C
Caller ID 20
delete an entry 21
review/call 20
save to phonebook 20
Call intercept 25
Call screening 24
Call waiting 11
Character table 18
D
Date and time 16
Delete all messages 25
Delete message 25
Dialing mode 8
E
Equalizer 10, 14
F
FCC 33
G
General Product Care 29
H
Handset deregistration 27
Handset layout 5
Handset locator 11
Handset name 14
Handset registration 27
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Important safety instructions 30
Initiate an intercom during a call 12
Intercom 12
K
Key beeps 13
L
Language 14
M
Make a call 9
Message Alert 24
Message capacity 22
Message playback
handset 25
telephone base 25
Mute 9
O
Outgoing announcement
delete 23
play 23
record 23
P
Parts checklist 1
Phonebook
add an entry 17
delete all entries 19
delete an entry 19
edit an entry 19
view/call 18
Phonebook Caller-ID matching 20
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Redial
delete 10
dial 10
save to phonebook 10
Remote access commands 26
Remote access operation 26
Reset VMWI 11
Index
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Ring delay 24
Ringer melody 13
Ringer volume 13
S
Security code for remote access 26
Speakerphone 9
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Telephone base installation 2
Telephone base layout 4
Troubleshooting guide 28
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Volume control 9
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Warranty 36
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Remote access operation card
The remote access card below lists the commands needed to operate your answering
system remotely from any touch-tone telephone.
Remote access operation card
1. Call your telephone number from a touch-tone telephone.
2. Enter your security code using the numeric keypad on the
touch-tone telephone when your answering system takes
your call and you hear your outgoing announcement.
(Default is 123).
Security code:
3. The system will start playing the remote access menu if the
security code is correctly entered.
NOTE: For more details about remote access operation, refer to page 26 of
the user’s guide.
Remote access commands
Touch-
tone keys
Remote command
1Replay the current or previous message.
2Play/stop messages.
3Skip to the next message.
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7Listen to the main menu.
0Delete the current message.
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Distributed in the U.S.A. by
CCT Tech USA Inc.
Model 30542
P/N: 480-01450-000002
Version 1 02/2011
Printed in China
is a trademark of General Electric Company and is under license
by CCT Tech USA Inc., Irving, TX 75039