Thomson 2-8310AH Cordless Telephone Handset User Manual Part 1

Thomson Inc. Cordless Telephone Handset Part 1

Part 1 user manual

Model 28310
2 in 1 - Skype
Internet & Standard
Phone
User’s Guide
can be used with the internet
or as a traditional landline telephone
Quick
Guide
on pages
12-19
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Introduction
Your GE/Skype phone may change the way you
think about using your telephone, and using Skype.
You can use your GE/Skype phone to make and receive
both landline and Skype calls. And, because Skype is
built into your GE/Skype phone, you no longer need a
computer to use Skype.
In order to use your GE/Skype phone for Skype
calls, the base station must be linked up with an active
Internet connection. If you already have a computer
linked up to your Internet connection, this device might
occupy the connection port that is needed by the
GE/Skype phone base station. In this case you need
a router, allowing you to attach more devices to your
Internet connection.
Attach the router to the Internet connection and
connect your computer and the base station to the
router. Should you have any questions regarding the
use of the Internet and the router please contact your
Internet provider.
Please note: When installing a new router you
should be aware that it might take some time – up to
one hour – before it is properly registered with your
Internet provider.
To use Skype telephony via your GE/Skype phone
you need a Skype account as well as a user name and
a password. Please refer to the Getting started with
Skype section.
With Skype you call for free when talking to other
Skype users – and you can buy a number of additional
features to expand the possibilities of your GE/Skype
phone. Please refer to the Skype services section.
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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.
US Number is located on the base bottom.
REN Number is located on the base bottom.
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.
2 Rights of the Telephone Company
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 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.
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Interference Information
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.
Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC)
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
Licensing
Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement
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.
Information for DECT Product
This 28300 telephone is compliant with the DECT 6.0 standard
which operates in the 1.92GHz to 1.93GHz frequency range.
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SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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: 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
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
CAUTION:
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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 (for model 28310xx1)
Make sure your package includes the items shown here.
Handset
charge
cradle
AC power
adaptor
2 AAA
Nickel-metal
Hydride batteries
Battery
compartment
cover
Belt
clip
Handset
Base/Gateway
Ethernet
cable Telephone
line cord
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Telephone Jack Requirements
To use this phone with a landline, 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: This product operates at a
frequency of 1.9GHz. to provide communication
with minimal interference from other electronic
devices. To further minimize the possibility of
interference, the base of the cordless telephone
should not be placed near or on top of a TV,
microwave oven, or VCR. If interference continues,
move the cordless telephone further away from
these appliances.
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.
• 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.
Modular
telephone
line jack
Wall plate
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Left soft
(button)
display
# (button)
Space/zero
(button)
a/A *
(button)
Navigational
(button)
earpiece
End/Power/
Skype status
(button)
Right soft
(button)
microphone
Handset/Charge Cradle Layout
Base Layout
CHARGE
(indicator)
Call
(button)
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Left soft button
Selects the current menu item or confirms a setting,
depending on the current screen.
Right soft button
Cancels the last action or returns to the previous screen,
depending on the current screen.
Call button
Initiates or answers a call.
End/Power button/Skype status
When in call, ends a call. Turns the phone on or off by
pressing and holding. From idle, provides access to Skype
status menu with a short press.
Navigation button
The outer ring navigates up, down, left, and right. The
round button in the center selects/confirms a setting.
Upper/Lower case and numeric button
When in text editor, changes to lower-case, upper-case, or
numeric entry.
Space and Zero button
When in text editor, allows entry of a space, plus sign,
or zero.
# button
To switch between an ongoing call and a call waiting,
press the button down for a longer period of time.
When in text editor, it provides a symbol table.
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Installing the Phone
Installing the Handset Battery
NOTE: You must install the handset batteries
before using the cordless handset.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal
injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved
model BYD H-AAA 900mAh 1.2V, rechargeable
Nickel-metal Hydride AAA batteries, which are
compatible with this unit.
1. Locate batteries 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. Insert the batteries.
4. Close the battery compartment by
pushing the door up until it snaps into
place.
5. Plug the AC power adaptor of the charge
cradle to an electrical outlet.
4. Place the handset in the charge cradle.
The CHARGE indicator turns on, verifying
the battery is charging.
Allow handset to charge for 14 hours prior
to first use. If you do not properly charge
the handset, battery performance is compromised.
Base Station
1. Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall
jack (RJ11C), and place your base/gateway on a level surface
near your high speed internet connection.
2. Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL jack on the
back of the base/gateway and the other end into a modular
jack.
NOTE: Landline connection is not necessary for
Skype usage.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Emergency calls via the
landline are only possible if power is applied
to the base station and the landline is properly
connected.
3. Connect the ethernet cable to the connector in the base/
gateway and to your internet connection.
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4. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the
DC connector into the jack on the back of the base/gateway.
CAUTION: Use only the SALOM Model SSW-
1328US 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.
First Time Start Up
You must complete the following steps the first time you use your
GE/Skype phone. Start by turning on the handset by pressing the
phone END button until the handset turns on.
1. Find your preferred language
using the navigation button, then press
to select a language. Confirm your
selection by pressing .
2. You are then directed to the Skype
Agreement. Use to read the entire
text and then press to accept the
agreement.
3. Confirm the country code setting by
pressing . Alter your country code
by inserting “+” followed by the country
code number of your choice and press
.
4. Enter your local area code(s). You may
enter up to 3 codes if your area has
multiple codes. Press to continue.
5. Choose Sign in to Skype or Create new
account by pressing followed by .
§ English
Å Espanol
Å Francais
Select
§
Englis
h
Accept Decline
I have read
and accept Skype’s
terms and
conditions at
www.Skype.com
OK Clear
Enter the country
code
+1
OK Clear
Enter area code
123
Select Cancel
Sign in to Skype
Create new account
Sign in to S
ype
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Getting Started with Skype
You can configure your GE/Skype phone with an existing Skype
account during the first-time installation, or you can optionally
create a new Skype account. You only need a Skype username
and password defined by you to create a new account. You can
enter further account details when your GE/Skype phone has been
configured and is online.
Create a New Skype Account
If you do not have a Skype account, follow this procedure.
1. Use to selectto select Create new account.
2. Use the keypad to enter a Skype name
of your own choice and press .
NOTE: Use to change to lower-case, upper-
case or numeric entry when entering your Skype
name and password. Skype names can be 6-32
characters. You can use any mix of upper- and
lower-case characters, numbers and punctuation
marks. You cannot use spaces and your name
cannot begin with a number or punctuation mark.
If the name is already in use, you will be prompted
to try another name.
Use to input symbols from the symbol table.
3. Use the keypad to enter a password and
press . You are asked to confirm the
password by entering it again.
NOTE: Passwords can be 4-20 characters. You can
use any mix of upper- and lower-case characters,
numbers and punctuation marks. You cannot
use spaces, your password cannot begin with a
number or punctuation mark, and you cannot use
your Skype name as a password.
Select Back
Sign in to Skype
Create new account
C
reate new account
OK Clear
Enter Skype name
6-32 characters:
daniel#1chef
OK Back
Enter password
4-20 characters:
gusisagooddog
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4. You are then directed to the Skype
Agreement. Use to read the entire
text and then press to accept.to accept.
Please be patient as the creation of your Skype account may
take several minutes to perform.
We suggest that you note your Skype name and your Skype
password here for future reference:
My Skype name: ___________________________________
My Skype password: ________________________________
NOTE: After you have created your Skype Name,
it is strongly recommended that you register
an email address for your Skype Name on the
Skype website. This will allow Skype to generate a
new password for you in the event that you lose
your password. Go to www.skype.com and sign
in to your account. Then follow the on-screen
instructions for registering an email address for
your account.
Sign Into a Skype Account
When you have a Skype account, you can sign in to Skype. Please
have your Skype name and password ready before you sign in and
be aware of lowercase/uppercase and special characters.
1. Use to selectto select Sign in to Skype.
2. Use the keypad to enter your Skype
name and press .
3. Use the keypad to enter your password
and press . If you have forgotten
your Skype password, go to www.Skype.
com and choose “Sign in”. Then choose
“Forgot your password?” and follow the
directions on your computer screen.
Accept Decline
I have read
and accept Skype’s
terms and
conditions at
www.Skype.com
Select Cancel
Sign in to Skype
Create new account
Sign in to S
ype
OK Back
Enter your Skype
name:
daniel#1chef
OK Back
Enter your
password:
gusisagooddog
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4. You are now asked whether you want to
save your Skype name and password for
automatic sign-in.
Press to accept,to accept, to decline.
Contacts
Your contact list displays all of the names you can make calls
to. If you have an existing Skype account, your contact list is
automatically downloaded when you sign in. If you are new to
Skype and have just created an account, your contact list will be
empty. You will need to add contacts to your list.
Skype protects the privacy of its users by requiring exchange
contact details on names that you wish to add to your contact
list. When you add a name to your list, an exchange contact
details request is sent to the user. The user can accept or decline
the request. When a request is accepted, you can see when your
contacts are online and make calls to them. You can also view
their personal profile details.
Add a Skype Contact
To add a Skype contact, press to select Menu, then:
1. Use to go to Add Contact, select by
pressing .
2. Press to select Skype.
3. Use the keypad to enter the Skype name
or full name and press .
4. Confirm by pressing back or
send a request to exchange contact
details by pressing . An exchangeAn exchange
contact details request is sent to the
contact. When it has been sent, a
confirmation message is displayed. The
name is added to your contact list, and
when accepted by the contact it will
change status.
OK Back
Contact name has been
added to your
contact list
Select OK to send an
Select Back
Choose what type of
Contact to add
Skype
Phone number
Sk
y
p
e
Yes No
Do you want to save
your Skype name
and password for
automatic sign in?
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NOTE: Please be patient as synchronization of
Skype contacts might take several minutes.
NOTE: Use “echo123” to test your Skype connection.
Add “echo123” to your contacts. Calling echo123
will launch an automated test that allows you to
record and play back sound.
Add a SkypeOut or Landline Contact
SkypeOut allows you to make calls to traditional landline and
mobile phones. Go to www.skype.com to learn more about
SkypeOut.
To add a Skype contact, press to select Menu, then:
1. Use to go to Add Contact, select by
pressing .
2. Use to enter a phone number for
use with SkypeOut or landline.
Select by pressing .
3. Use the keypad to enter the contact’s
name and press .
4. Use the keypad to enter the full phone
number and press . SkypeOut
numbers (even local numbers) must
be entered in the following format: “+”
followed by “country code”, “area code”
and “number”.
NOTE: Use to change to lower-case, upper-
case or numeric entry.Use to input symbols
from the symbol table.
Select Back
Choose what type of
Contact to add
Skype
Phone numberPh
o
ne n
u
m
b
er
Options Clear
Enter full phone
number for contact:
+
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Search for Skype Users
To search for Skype users, press to select Menu, then:
1. Use to go to Search, select by
pressing .
2. Use the keypad to enter the Skype name
or full name and presspress .
3. UseUse or to navigate and highlight a name from the list,
select by pressing .
4. UseUse to highlight Add to Contacts, select by pressingpressing .
NOTE: Other options available during a search
include:
Search again - Repeats the search.
Call - Calls the selected name.
View profile - Displays the selected name’s profile.
NOTE: You can stop a search at any time by
pressing .
Make and Receive Calls
The procedures for making and receiving calls apply to any type
of call – Skype-to-Skype calls, SkypeOut calls and SkypeIn calls.
Furthermore, you can use your phone for landline telephony.
Call a Skype Contact
To make a Skype call:
1. Press to select Contacts.
2. UseUse or to select a contact from
the list. (See page 21 for Skype status.)
3. Press to call. Wait for the call to
connect, ring, and be answered. Press
to end the call.
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Dial a Landline Number
To dial a landline number:
1. Use the keypad to enter the number.
Press to call the number.
NOTE: When using SkypeOut always
enter area code and telephone
number.
2. Use to select landline or SkypeOut
and press .
3. Wait for the call to connect, ring and be
answered. PressPress to end the call.
NOTE: You can select a preferred line for dialing
by going to Menu > Settings > Phone settings
> Preferred line. Choose one of the following
options:
1. Always landline
2. Always SkypeOut
3. Always ask
Receive a Call
When someone calls you, the ringing tone sounds and the
incoming call message is displayed. To receive a Skype, SkypeIn or
landline call:
1. Press to receive the call.
2. Press to end the call.
Options Clear
1231234567
Handsfree Hold
1231234567
0:00:11
123123456
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0:00:
11
Select Back
Select how to dial this
number
Dial on SkypeOut
Dial on landline
D
ial on Sk
y
peOu
t
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Radio Signal
Status
Indicates the strength of the radio signal.
No radio signal.
Radio signal.
Battery Status Indicates the status of the battery.
Low level.
Partially charged.
Fully charged.
Charging.
Radio
signal
Status
Battery
status
Skype™
online
status
Notifications
Current time
ActionAction
Skype credit
SkypeOut Allows you to make calls to ordinary landline and
mobile phones.
SkypeIn Provides you with an ordinary phone number for
receiving calls on your GE/Skype phone from
ordinary landline and mobile phones.
Skype
Voicemail
Skype Voicemail allows you to receive voicemail
messages and record a greeting.
Skype Features Supported by the
GE/Skype Phone
After you have created your Skype account, you can call other
people with Skype accounts for free. Skype also offers additional
subscription features, including:
All of these features are supported by your new GE/Skype phone
and are available at www.skype.com.
Main Display
The main display of yourGE/Skype phone provides various status
indicators and access to the Skype menu-based interface. The
illustration below shows the main screen and its elements.

Navigation menu