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... telephone from your line. • If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of service may be required. The REN is useful in determining the number of this product does not disable your own telephone equipment if you are on the base bottom. • This equipment may temporarily discontinue service immediately. A plug and jack used on coin service...
... telephone from your line. • If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of service may be required. The REN is useful in determining the number of this product does not disable your own telephone equipment if you are on the base bottom. • This equipment may temporarily discontinue service immediately. A plug and jack used on coin service...
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... dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for Hearing Aid Compatibility. This equipment generates, uses, and can be installed and operated with the instructions, may not ensure compliance with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must accept any other accessories may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful...
... dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for Hearing Aid Compatibility. This equipment generates, uses, and can be installed and operated with the instructions, may not ensure compliance with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must accept any other accessories may cause harmful interference to provide reasonable protection against harmful...
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... Memory30 Deleting a CID Record.........31 Add a SkypeOut or Landline Voicemails 31 Contact 18 Contacts Requests 32 Search for Skype Users....19 Skype 32 Make and Receive Calls........19 Phone Number 32 Call a Skype Contact.........19 Receiving an Intercom Call..32 Dial a Landline Number...20 Sign into Skype 32 Receive a Call 20 Create New Account 32 Adjust Earpiece Volume...20 Mute the Microphone.......21 Speakerphone 21 Start a New Call During a Call 21 3 Way Conference Calling... 21...
... Memory30 Deleting a CID Record.........31 Add a SkypeOut or Landline Voicemails 31 Contact 18 Contacts Requests 32 Search for Skype Users....19 Skype 32 Make and Receive Calls........19 Phone Number 32 Call a Skype Contact.........19 Receiving an Intercom Call..32 Dial a Landline Number...20 Sign into Skype 32 Receive a Call 20 Create New Account 32 Adjust Earpiece Volume...20 Mute the Microphone.......21 Speakerphone 21 Start a New Call During a Call 21 3 Way Conference Calling... 21...
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...Battery Solutions 51 Tones 38 General Product Care...........52 Incoming Alert Type..........38 Causes of Poor Reception.....52 Ring Tones 39 Accessory Information...........52 Intercom Ring Tones.........39 Service 53 Landline Ring Tones..........39 Limited Warranty 54 Ringing Volume 39 Index 56 Notification Alert 39 Keypad Tones 39 Time & Date 40 Cordless Settings 40 Register / Deregister your handset 40 Handset Name 41 Phone Settings 41 Contrast 41 Language 41 Preferred Line 42 Region 42 Information 43 Advanced 43 Internet Settings 43 Firmware Update...
...Battery Solutions 51 Tones 38 General Product Care...........52 Incoming Alert Type..........38 Causes of Poor Reception.....52 Ring Tones 39 Accessory Information...........52 Intercom Ring Tones.........39 Service 53 Landline Ring Tones..........39 Limited Warranty 54 Ringing Volume 39 Index 56 Notification Alert 39 Keypad Tones 39 Time & Date 40 Cordless Settings 40 Register / Deregister your handset 40 Handset Name 41 Phone Settings 41 Contrast 41 Language 41 Preferred Line 42 Region 42 Information 43 Advanced 43 Internet Settings 43 Firmware Update...
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... cordless phones operate on electricity, you should always be followed. Before You Begin Parts Checklist (for future reference. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for model 28310xx1) Make sure your home that should have at least one phone in your package includes the items shown here. Base/Gateway AC power adaptor Handset 2 AAA Nickel-metal Hydride batteries Handset charge...
... cordless phones operate on electricity, you should always be followed. Before You Begin Parts Checklist (for future reference. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for model 28310xx1) Make sure your home that should have at least one phone in your package includes the items shown here. Base/Gateway AC power adaptor Handset 2 AAA Nickel-metal Hydride batteries Handset charge...
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... cordless telephone further away from other cordless telephones. • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never install telephone jacks in your home. Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to get one pictured here, installed in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. • Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line...
... cordless telephone further away from other cordless telephones. • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never install telephone jacks in your home. Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access, and charges to get one pictured here, installed in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. • Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line...
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... a Skype, SkypeIn or landline call message is terminated. 20 Use the keypad to enter the number. 1231234567 Press�� to Menu > Settings > Phone settings > Preferred line. The setting will be answered. NOTE: When using SkypeOut always Options enter area code and telephone number. Press to connect, ring and be retained after the call the number. Dial a Landline Number To dial a landline number: 1. Wait for dialing by going to call is displayed. Always SkypeOut 3. Adjust the...
... a Skype, SkypeIn or landline call message is terminated. 20 Use the keypad to enter the number. 1231234567 Press�� to Menu > Settings > Phone settings > Preferred line. The setting will be answered. NOTE: When using SkypeOut always Options enter area code and telephone number. Press to connect, ring and be retained after the call the number. Dial a Landline Number To dial a landline number: 1. Wait for dialing by going to call is displayed. Always SkypeOut 3. Adjust the...
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... search Skype users. Shortcut to the previous screen, depending on the current screen. Silent mode is about to the Skype status menu. Indicates your current Skype online status. Online, but unseen by others. Shortcut to intercom available handsets. 23 Online (green). Skype Me. Offline (not signed in). The time that is a shortcut to expire. Shortcut to voicemail. Short key press is currently set. Shortcut to outgoing calls...
... search Skype users. Shortcut to the previous screen, depending on the current screen. Silent mode is about to the Skype status menu. Indicates your current Skype online status. Online, but unseen by others. Shortcut to intercom available handsets. 23 Online (green). Skype Me. Offline (not signed in). The time that is a shortcut to expire. Shortcut to voicemail. Short key press is currently set. Shortcut to outgoing calls...
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...;�t an item. Add Contact Adds a Skype user or SkypeOut number to your GE/Skype phone settings. 1. Intercom Allows communication between two handsets (Requires purchase of your password, choose auto sign-in. History Your calls, missed calls, incoming and outgoing calls, voicemails and exchange contact details. Services View Skype credit, SkypeIn and Skype Voicemail status. Programming Your Phone Main Menu The Main menu provides easy access to all of your...
...;�t an item. Add Contact Adds a Skype user or SkypeOut number to your GE/Skype phone settings. 1. Intercom Allows communication between two handsets (Requires purchase of your password, choose auto sign-in. History Your calls, missed calls, incoming and outgoing calls, voicemails and exchange contact details. Services View Skype credit, SkypeIn and Skype Voicemail status. Programming Your Phone Main Menu The Main menu provides easy access to all of your...
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... to view the preferred history (All calls, Missed calls, Incoming calls, Outgoing calls, Voicemails, Contact requests). This information can include the phone number, date, and time; The Caller ID information appears on the line and the display shows Call waiting and Answer Call. If you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to Caller ID service, the display will identify the caller. 29 Delete: Remove the entry. View profile: View...
... to view the preferred history (All calls, Missed calls, Incoming calls, Outgoing calls, Voicemails, Contact requests). This information can include the phone number, date, and time; The Caller ID information appears on the line and the display shows Call waiting and Answer Call. If you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to Caller ID service, the display will identify the caller. 29 Delete: Remove the entry. View profile: View...
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... select Ringing volume. 2. Press and Silent). Keypad Tones Adjust the keypad tones You can define how you receive a voicemail, miss a call, or get an authorization request, the button will flash a blue light signal. Intercom Ring Tones 1. From Tones , press and to see your preferred ring tone. Ringing Volume You can choose whether you receive a voicemail or an authorization request. 1. Notification Alert You can adjust the ringing volume of the handset for incoming calls. 1. to be silent. 1.
... select Ringing volume. 2. Press and Silent). Keypad Tones Adjust the keypad tones You can define how you receive a voicemail, miss a call, or get an authorization request, the button will flash a blue light signal. Intercom Ring Tones 1. From Tones , press and to see your preferred ring tone. Ringing Volume You can choose whether you receive a voicemail or an authorization request. 1. Notification Alert You can adjust the ringing volume of the handset for incoming calls. 1. to be silent. 1.
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... of your display. 1. From the idle screen, press to select Phone settings. 4. Press and to select Settings. 3. Press to delete all. Press and to select Phone settings. 41 Change the Contrast level using / . From the idle screen, press to select Settings. 3. Language You can adjust the contrast of the base station. Press and to enter the main menu. 2. Press and select Cordless settings. 4. Press the number 5 key three times. Phone Settings Contrast...
... of your display. 1. From the idle screen, press to select Phone settings. 4. Press and to select Settings. 3. Press to delete all. Press and to select Phone settings. 41 Change the Contrast level using / . From the idle screen, press to select Settings. 3. Language You can adjust the contrast of the base station. Press and to enter the main menu. 2. Press and select Cordless settings. 4. Press the number 5 key three times. Phone Settings Contrast...
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..., mutilate, or puncture. Press and to select Settings. 3. Make sure handset is compatible with this unit. 1. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 16 hours) prior to first use or when you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised. Remove the batteries from the handset. 4. Insert the new batteries. 5. Reset To restore the GE/Skype phone back to factory settings you can cause injury. • To reduce...
..., mutilate, or puncture. Press and to select Settings. 3. Make sure handset is compatible with this unit. 1. Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 16 hours) prior to first use or when you do not properly charge the phone, battery performance will be compromised. Remove the batteries from the handset. 4. Insert the new batteries. 5. Reset To restore the GE/Skype phone back to factory settings you can cause injury. • To reduce...
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Handset does not ring • Check the settings of the volume for your wiring or local service. • The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to a working electrical outlet. check settings under Settings/Tones/Notification Alert. • Unit may be set to beep when handset is using the Internet connection. Verify the telephone line cord is received; if there is not plugged into an outlet with another phone to the same jack...
Handset does not ring • Check the settings of the volume for your wiring or local service. • The handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer to a working electrical outlet. check settings under Settings/Tones/Notification Alert. • Unit may be set to beep when handset is using the Internet connection. Verify the telephone line cord is received; if there is not plugged into an outlet with another phone to the same jack...
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... the SELECT button to a non-switched electrical outlet. Caller ID Error Message • The unit displays this message if it in again. Skype Solutions Skype Ring Delay • When making a Skype-IN call, the landline caller hears 2 or more rings before the Handset starts to Base station does not receive an IP address. 48 Registration did not work • Charge the batteries for "No dial tone". • Replace the battery. Check via Status/Create new account...
... the SELECT button to a non-switched electrical outlet. Caller ID Error Message • The unit displays this message if it in again. Skype Solutions Skype Ring Delay • When making a Skype-IN call, the landline caller hears 2 or more rings before the Handset starts to Base station does not receive an IP address. 48 Registration did not work • Charge the batteries for "No dial tone". • Replace the battery. Check via Status/Create new account...
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... blocking access to see if the base station has received an IP address. Please contact the IT support resource at your Skype name and password when prompted for about one via Settings/ Time and Date/ Time zone. The time on the base station and wait for it may be using an Internet connection with summertime, otherwise select Standard. • Your GE Skype phone may be set to open the specific...
... blocking access to see if the base station has received an IP address. Please contact the IT support resource at your Skype name and password when prompted for about one via Settings/ Time and Date/ Time zone. The time on the base station and wait for it may be using an Internet connection with summertime, otherwise select Standard. • Your GE Skype phone may be set to open the specific...
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... the power outlet or it is black. • The handset may not be charged. Check that the charger makes a beep when the handset is connected to the base station. Turn on automatically after fully recharging the battery, you may be turned on . Use only the recommended rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Cannot turn on the unit by pressing and holding the button or simply place the handset in the charger. • Batteries may...
... the power outlet or it is black. • The handset may not be charged. Check that the charger makes a beep when the handset is connected to the base station. Turn on automatically after fully recharging the battery, you may be turned on . Use only the recommended rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. Cannot turn on the unit by pressing and holding the button or simply place the handset in the charger. • Batteries may...
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Accessory Information DESCRIPTION Handset charge cradle Belt clip Wired headset MODEL NO. 5-2746 5-2765 5-2713 To place order, have your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines: • Avoid dropping the handset, as well as strong storms. • Base is installed in case you need to which the merchandise is low. A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering. Never use a dry...
Accessory Information DESCRIPTION Handset charge cradle Belt clip Wired headset MODEL NO. 5-2746 5-2765 5-2713 To place order, have your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines: • Avoid dropping the handset, as well as strong storms. • Base is installed in case you need to which the merchandise is low. A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering. Never use a dry...
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... Contact Number 27 F Firmware Update 44 First Time Start Up 14 G General Product Care 52 Getting Started with Skype 15 H Handset Layout 10 Handset Name 41 I Important Installation Guidelines 9 Incoming Alert Type 38 Information 43 Installation 9 Installing Handset Battery 12 Installing the Phone 12 Intercom Ring Tones 39 Internet Settings 43 Introduction 3, 8 K Keypad Tones 39 L Landline Ring Tones 39 Language 41 Limited Warranty 54 M Main Display 22 Main Menu 24 Make and Receive Calls 19 Manage Blocked Users 38 Mute...
... Contact Number 27 F Firmware Update 44 First Time Start Up 14 G General Product Care 52 Getting Started with Skype 15 H Handset Layout 10 Handset Name 41 I Important Installation Guidelines 9 Incoming Alert Type 38 Information 43 Installation 9 Installing Handset Battery 12 Installing the Phone 12 Intercom Ring Tones 39 Internet Settings 43 Introduction 3, 8 K Keypad Tones 39 L Landline Ring Tones 39 Language 41 Limited Warranty 54 M Main Display 22 Main Menu 24 Make and Receive Calls 19 Manage Blocked Users 38 Mute...
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Index N Notification Alert 39 P Parts Checklist 8 Phone Number. 32 Phone Settings 41 Preferred Line 42 Privacy 37 Programming Your Phone 24 R Receive a Call 20 Receiving an Intercom Call 32 Receiving CID Records 29 Region 42 Register / Deregister your handset 40 Remove a Contact 26 Request Contact Details 28 Reset 46 Ring Tones 39 Ringing Volume 39 S Search for Skype Users 19 Send Voicemail to a Contact 26 Service 53 Sign Into a Skype Account 16 Sign into Skype 25, 32...
Index N Notification Alert 39 P Parts Checklist 8 Phone Number. 32 Phone Settings 41 Preferred Line 42 Privacy 37 Programming Your Phone 24 R Receive a Call 20 Receiving an Intercom Call 32 Receiving CID Records 29 Region 42 Register / Deregister your handset 40 Remove a Contact 26 Request Contact Details 28 Reset 46 Ring Tones 39 Ringing Volume 39 S Search for Skype Users 19 Send Voicemail to a Contact 26 Service 53 Sign Into a Skype Account 16 Sign into Skype 25, 32...