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Model 28165 DECT 6.0 2-Line, Cordless Handset Speakerphone/ Answering System User's Guide Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 6 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 28166 handset with charge cradle)
Model 28165 DECT 6.0 2-Line, Cordless Handset Speakerphone/ Answering System User's Guide Your new GE telephone system is EXPANDABLE up to a total of 6 handsets (by purchase of optional Model 28166 handset with charge cradle)
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... Aid Compatibility (HAC 3 Licensing 3 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement 4 Information for DECT Product 4 Introduction 7 Before You Begin 8 Parts Checklist 8 Telephone Jack Requirements 8 Installation 9 Digital Security System 9 Important Installation Guidelines 9 Handset Layout 10 Base Layout 11 Installing the Phone 12 Installing the Handset Battery 12 Installing the Base Station 13 Installing the Backup Batteries on...
... Aid Compatibility (HAC 3 Licensing 3 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement 4 Information for DECT Product 4 Introduction 7 Before You Begin 8 Parts Checklist 8 Telephone Jack Requirements 8 Installation 9 Digital Security System 9 Important Installation Guidelines 9 Handset Layout 10 Base Layout 11 Installing the Phone 12 Installing the Handset Battery 12 Installing the Base Station 13 Installing the Backup Batteries on...
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...Memory......... 41 Dialing a Number from Memory 41 Transferring Memory 42 Answering System Operation 43 Handset Messages Indicator 43 Screening Calls from the Base 43 Message Playback 43 Base Unit 43 Handset 44 Memory Full 44 Erasing Messages 44 Leaving a Memo 45 Base Unit 45 Remote... and Optional Headset 46 Connecting the Belt Clip 46 Connecting an Optional Headset to the Handset 46 Changing the Battery 47 Battery Safety Precautions 47 Display Messages 48 Handset Sound Signals 48 Troubleshooting Guide 49 Caller ID Solutions 49 Telephone Solutions 49 Battery Solutions ...
...Memory......... 41 Dialing a Number from Memory 41 Transferring Memory 42 Answering System Operation 43 Handset Messages Indicator 43 Screening Calls from the Base 43 Message Playback 43 Base Unit 43 Handset 44 Memory Full 44 Erasing Messages 44 Leaving a Memo 45 Base Unit 45 Remote... and Optional Headset 46 Connecting the Belt Clip 46 Connecting an Optional Headset to the Handset 46 Changing the Battery 47 Battery Safety Precautions 47 Display Messages 48 Handset Sound Signals 48 Troubleshooting Guide 49 Caller ID Solutions 49 Telephone Solutions 49 Battery Solutions ...
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...above. If you need a modular jack, call your package includes the items shown here. Wall plate Modular telephone line jack Base AC power adaptor Handset battery Handset Battery compartment door Belt clip 2 Telephone line cords Wall mount bracket For Model 28165xx2 there will be TWO additional... cradles, belt clips, battery packs and covers than shown above . For Model 28165xx6 there will be FOUR additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clips, battery packs and covers than shown above . Telephone Jack Requirements To use this phone, you need two RJ11C type ...
...above. If you need a modular jack, call your package includes the items shown here. Wall plate Modular telephone line jack Base AC power adaptor Handset battery Handset Battery compartment door Belt clip 2 Telephone line cords Wall mount bracket For Model 28165xx2 there will be TWO additional... cradles, belt clips, battery packs and covers than shown above . For Model 28165xx6 there will be FOUR additional handsets, charge cradles, belt clips, battery packs and covers than shown above . Telephone Jack Requirements To use this phone, you need two RJ11C type ...
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... concerned with nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and VCRs. Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access, and... charges to avoid interference. If such interference continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these devices may interfere with each other communications devices may use the 1.9 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset...
... concerned with nearby TVs, microwave ovens, and VCRs. Installation Digital Security System Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, unauthorized access, and... charges to avoid interference. If such interference continues, move the cordless telephone farther away from these devices may interfere with each other communications devices may use the 1.9 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset...
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Handset Layout VOLUME 5/6 (volume +/- button) earpiece Visual message waiting indicator PUSH TO TALK (button) 10 display Soft Key Left (SKL) button LINE 1 (button) *TONE (button) handsfree (button) microphone CID/VOL 5/6 (caller ID/ volume +/- button) Soft Key Right (SKR) button LINE 2 (button) END/ CANCEL (button) #PAUSE (button) int (intercom button) redial (button)
Handset Layout VOLUME 5/6 (volume +/- button) earpiece Visual message waiting indicator PUSH TO TALK (button) 10 display Soft Key Left (SKL) button LINE 1 (button) *TONE (button) handsfree (button) microphone CID/VOL 5/6 (caller ID/ volume +/- button) Soft Key Right (SKR) button LINE 2 (button) END/ CANCEL (button) #PAUSE (button) int (intercom button) redial (button)
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...16 hours prior to the jack inside a plastic bag and are separate from the handset. 2. If you don't properly charge the handsets, battery performance is keyed and can be inserted only one way. 4. Place the handsets in the charging cradles. Locate the battery compartment on the back of fire or ... Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into the jack inside the compartment. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the handset. 3. Locate battery and battery door which is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires) to first use only the Thomson Inc. ...
...16 hours prior to the jack inside a plastic bag and are separate from the handset. 2. If you don't properly charge the handsets, battery performance is keyed and can be inserted only one way. 4. Place the handsets in the charging cradles. Locate the battery compartment on the back of fire or ... Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into the jack inside the compartment. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the handset. 3. Locate battery and battery door which is important to maintain the polarity (black and red wires) to first use only the Thomson Inc. ...
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... and insert (four) AAA batteries inside the compartment. 3. NOTE: If you don't properly charge the phone, battery performance is compromised. Place the handset in the handset's display after approximately 2 minutes. 5. HANDSET 1 shows in the base cradle. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the modular wall...
... and insert (four) AAA batteries inside the compartment. 3. NOTE: If you don't properly charge the phone, battery performance is compromised. Place the handset in the handset's display after approximately 2 minutes. 5. HANDSET 1 shows in the base cradle. Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the modular wall...
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...Up NOTE: Changing menu settings on the base will only change the settings on the base and changing menu settings on the handset will not change settings on the handset, it snaps into the slots on the bottom of the base, and then push the pedestal down until it will only ... be ON to ANSWERER SETUP. 4. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to scroll to hear the voice prompts. 1. NOTE: During programming, you change the language on the handset. VOL -1 is the minimum level and VOL-9 is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the SELECT (SKL) to select MAILBOX 1 or MAILBOX 2 for setting ...
...Up NOTE: Changing menu settings on the base will only change the settings on the base and changing menu settings on the handset will not change settings on the handset, it snaps into the slots on the bottom of the base, and then push the pedestal down until it will only ... be ON to ANSWERER SETUP. 4. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to scroll to hear the voice prompts. 1. NOTE: During programming, you change the language on the handset. VOL -1 is the minimum level and VOL-9 is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Press the SELECT (SKL) to select MAILBOX 1 or MAILBOX 2 for setting ...
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... will only change the language on the base. Messages The display on the handset shows # MSG when you may press the END/CANCEL button at any time to exit. Press the SELECT (SKL) to MESSAGES. 4. Use these buttons to ... Prompt Language The default display prompt language is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Handset Telephone Set Up NOTE: Changing menu settings on the handset will only change the settings on the handset, and changing menu settings on the base will not change the settings on the base. Press the SELECT (SKL) to save...
... will only change the language on the base. Messages The display on the handset shows # MSG when you may press the END/CANCEL button at any time to exit. Press the SELECT (SKL) to MESSAGES. 4. Use these buttons to ... Prompt Language The default display prompt language is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. Handset Telephone Set Up NOTE: Changing menu settings on the handset will only change the settings on the handset, and changing menu settings on the base will not change the settings on the base. Press the SELECT (SKL) to save...
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... SELECT (SKL) to access the main menu. 3. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to confirm record location. 24 DELETE ALL CID? HANDSET BASE shows in the display. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to select HANDSET or BASE, and press the SELECT (SKL) to select DELETE CID and delete only that record. Press the Yes (SKL...
... SELECT (SKL) to access the main menu. 3. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to confirm record location. 24 DELETE ALL CID? HANDSET BASE shows in the display. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to select HANDSET or BASE, and press the SELECT (SKL) to select DELETE CID and delete only that record. Press the Yes (SKL...
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... 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in the display. Press the SELECT (SKL) to ENTER NUMBER. 9. Handset Ringer Volume From the Ringer Menu: 1. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to confirm. Handset Ringer Tone From the Ringer Menu: 1. You will hear a sample of the ringer tone you want to select LINE... 1 or LINE 2 for LINE 1 and LINE 2 under the Ringer Menu; Press the SELECT (SKL) to select HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or OFF. 3. Handset Ringers You may program the following items independently for setting Line 1 or Line 2. 6. Use the 5 or 6buttons to enter or change the name. 8. Use the...
... 1. Make sure your phone is OFF (not in the display. Press the SELECT (SKL) to ENTER NUMBER. 9. Handset Ringer Volume From the Ringer Menu: 1. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to confirm. Handset Ringer Tone From the Ringer Menu: 1. You will hear a sample of the ringer tone you want to select LINE... 1 or LINE 2 for LINE 1 and LINE 2 under the Ringer Menu; Press the SELECT (SKL) to select HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW or OFF. 3. Handset Ringers You may program the following items independently for setting Line 1 or Line 2. 6. Use the 5 or 6buttons to enter or change the name. 8. Use the...
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... in the display. PLEASE WAIT, REGISTING shows in the display. 5. You have your phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. From the Ringer Menu: 1. Handset Key Tone From the Ringer Menu: 1. You will hear a sample of the ringer tone you want to get your attention when the person calls. You... have subscribed to enter sub-menu. 2. NO USER MEMORY will show in use indicator flashes, then press handset OK (SKL). Press SELECT (SKL) to Caller ID. 2. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to REGISTRATION. 4. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to scroll to the...
... in the display. PLEASE WAIT, REGISTING shows in the display. 5. You have your phone is OFF (not in TALK mode). 2. From the Ringer Menu: 1. Handset Key Tone From the Ringer Menu: 1. You will hear a sample of the ringer tone you want to get your attention when the person calls. You... have subscribed to enter sub-menu. 2. NO USER MEMORY will show in use indicator flashes, then press handset OK (SKL). Press SELECT (SKL) to Caller ID. 2. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to REGISTRATION. 4. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to scroll to the...
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... 3 times for the letter T; NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the DELETE (SKR) to save the selection. 27 Use the 5 or 6buttons to scroll to HANDSET NAME. 4. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to scroll to DATE/TIME. Use the touch-tone pad to enter a name (up to confirm. Press the 7 key 4 times..., Date Format. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to save . Press SELECT (SKL) to enter the current time. 3. press the 6 key once for the letter S; Handset Date/Time You may program the following items under the Date/Time Menu; Make sure your phone is not available in 12/31/2007.) 6. Use...
... 3 times for the letter T; NOTE: If you make a mistake, press the DELETE (SKR) to save the selection. 27 Use the 5 or 6buttons to scroll to HANDSET NAME. 4. Use the 5 or 6 buttons to scroll to DATE/TIME. Use the touch-tone pad to enter a name (up to confirm. Press the 7 key 4 times..., Date Format. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to save . Press SELECT (SKL) to enter the current time. 3. press the 6 key once for the letter S; Handset Date/Time You may program the following items under the Date/Time Menu; Make sure your phone is not available in 12/31/2007.) 6. Use...
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... (SKR) to go to confirm. 5. Press the SELECT (SKL) to the main menu. 3. Room Monitor Room monitoring may be done from the base or the handset. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to enter sub-menu. 2. Use the 5 or 6buttons to select MM/DD/YYYY or DD/MM/YYYY. 3. Use the...
... (SKR) to go to confirm. 5. Press the SELECT (SKL) to the main menu. 3. Room Monitor Room monitoring may be done from the base or the handset. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to enter sub-menu. 2. Use the 5 or 6buttons to select MM/DD/YYYY or DD/MM/YYYY. 3. Use the...
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...: Press the handsfree button on the base is ON when the LED indicator on the handset and the charge/in TALK mode). 2. Press the DONE (SKL) to SET AREA CODE. 4. To hang up to erase the digit(s). 29 Setting Local Area Codes You can progrom the way the Caller ID records are... main menu. 3. Making a Call 1. NOTE: You may enter up during conversation to hang up , press the END/CANCEL button on base or handset, or place the handset in the base cradle. NOTE: If you want to hang up to enter your 3-digit area code. 6. Use the touch-tone pad to 32 pre-dial...
...: Press the handsfree button on the base is ON when the LED indicator on the handset and the charge/in TALK mode). 2. Press the DONE (SKL) to SET AREA CODE. 4. To hang up to erase the digit(s). 29 Setting Local Area Codes You can progrom the way the Caller ID records are... main menu. 3. Making a Call 1. NOTE: You may enter up during conversation to hang up , press the END/CANCEL button on base or handset, or place the handset in the base cradle. NOTE: If you want to hang up to enter your 3-digit area code. 6. Use the touch-tone pad to 32 pre-dial...
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...to your local phone company. There are available through menu: 1. Press the UNMUTE (SKL) to cancel and return to 32 digits long. You will see the volume setting on the handset display. MUTED shows in the display. 2. The number dials automatically. The party on the other end of the..., which are four settings. Press LINE 1, LINE 2, or the handsfree button. 2. Flash Use the LINE 1 or LINE 2 button on base or handset to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or call and scroll to older calls (lower numbers). 2. Press the UP (5 ) arrow to increase...
...to your local phone company. There are available through menu: 1. Press the UNMUTE (SKL) to cancel and return to 32 digits long. You will see the volume setting on the handset display. MUTED shows in the display. 2. The number dials automatically. The party on the other end of the..., which are four settings. Press LINE 1, LINE 2, or the handsfree button. 2. Flash Use the LINE 1 or LINE 2 button on base or handset to activate custom calling services such as call waiting or call and scroll to older calls (lower numbers). 2. Press the UP (5 ) arrow to increase...
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... hold, press the UNHOLD (SKR). • To switch a call on hold from the unit. 2. Press and hold the INTERCOM/PAGE button until the handset is re-registered. 1. Press the INTERCOM/PAGE button again and the Charge / In-Use indicator will blink rapidly. 6. To take a call off . ...number. Plug in the display, use the 5 or 6 buttons to select the unit you should de-register all handsets display PLEASE REGISTER HANDSET. Global De-registration If one or more handsets become lost, you wish to page, and press SELECT (SKL) to ensure proper system operation. WARNING: It is...
... hold, press the UNHOLD (SKR). • To switch a call on hold from the unit. 2. Press and hold the INTERCOM/PAGE button until the handset is re-registered. 1. Press the INTERCOM/PAGE button again and the Charge / In-Use indicator will blink rapidly. 6. To take a call off . ...number. Plug in the display, use the 5 or 6 buttons to select the unit you should de-register all handsets display PLEASE REGISTER HANDSET. Global De-registration If one or more handsets become lost, you wish to page, and press SELECT (SKL) to ensure proper system operation. WARNING: It is...
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...MONITOR. 4. Press the SELECT (SKL) to put the line on hold. Use the 5 or 6buttons to select the unit you only have one handset registered in room monitoring mode, the listening unit will turn on the microphone and the second unit will emit an alert tone approximately every 4 seconds...SKL) to the main menu. 3. NOTE: If you wish to monitor. 7. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to confirm. NOTE: Handsets can be done from base to handset(s) or vice versa. NOTE: While in the system, it is paged automatically. 3. Press the END/CANCEL button to transfer the call . ...
...MONITOR. 4. Press the SELECT (SKL) to put the line on hold. Use the 5 or 6buttons to select the unit you only have one handset registered in room monitoring mode, the listening unit will turn on the microphone and the second unit will emit an alert tone approximately every 4 seconds...SKL) to the main menu. 3. NOTE: If you wish to monitor. 7. Press the MENU (SKR) to go to confirm. NOTE: Handsets can be done from base to handset(s) or vice versa. NOTE: While in the system, it is paged automatically. 3. Press the END/CANCEL button to transfer the call . ...
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.... 1. Make sure the phone is not used, you only have one handset registered in the system, it is OFF (not in the display: PAGING HANDSET 2 EXIT PAGING FROM HANDSET 1 OK EXIT Originating Handset/Base Receiving Handset/Base 33 Press the SELECT (SKL). 5. Make sure your selection. 6.... Press the SELECT (SKL) to select the desired handset or base. Making an Intercom Call 1. NOTE:...
.... 1. Make sure the phone is not used, you only have one handset registered in the system, it is OFF (not in the display: PAGING HANDSET 2 EXIT PAGING FROM HANDSET 1 OK EXIT Originating Handset/Base Receiving Handset/Base 33 Press the SELECT (SKL). 5. Make sure your selection. 6.... Press the SELECT (SKL) to select the desired handset or base. Making an Intercom Call 1. NOTE:...