GE 16018110 User Manual

Base Layout Toll SaverToll Saver saves you the cost of making a call when you access your messages fromanother location:• If you have new messages, the unit answers after the 2nd ring.• If you have no new messages, the unit answers after the 5th ring.You can hang up after the 3rd ring and save the pay telephone or longdistance charge.Setting The Incoming Message TimeThis setting allows you to select the length of recording time of theincoming message.1. The unit announces “Message TiMe” (current message length). To set messagetime, press NEXT. Press SET to continue.”2. To change the message length, press and release the NEXT or GREETING/PREVIOUS button and the unit announces a number, such as “1, 2, 3, 4”.3. After choosing a number, press and release the STOP/SET button to store themessage time. The unit enters the Security Code Menu.Setting the Security CodeThis setting allows to change the factory-set security code, which you use to accessyour digital answering system remotely. The default code is 123.1. The unit announces, “securiTy code” (the current 3 number Security Codesetting). To set security code, press NEXT. Press SET to stop.”NOTE: If you press and release the STOP/SET button, the unitannounces all the new settings and exits the set up menu.If you press and release NEXT or GREETING/PREVIOUS button, the unit announces“securiTy code” (current 3 numbers). To set security code, press NEXT. Press SET tocontinue.”2. To change the first security code number, press and release the NEXT orGREETING/PREVIOUS button again. The unit announces all three numbers, butonly the first number changes, such as “123, 223” or “123, 023”.3. After choosing the first number, press and release the STOP/SET button to storethe first number.4. The unit automatically advances to the second number and announces“securiTy code” (current 3 numbers). To set security code, press NEXT. Press SETto continue.” To change the second and third numbers, repeat steps 4 and 5. Afterthe third number is stored, the unit announces all the stored settings and exits thesetup menu.Reviewing the SettingsAt any time, press and release the STOP/SET button to review the current time/day,rings to answer, message time, and security code.VolumePress the VOLUME button to adjust the listening level. There are eight differentvolume levels. The default is level 5. The unit emits a tone, indicating loudness. Witheach press of the volume button, the volume level increases. When you reach themaximum volume level, the volume level returns to the minimum level.Messages IndicatorThe MESSAGES indicator lets you know the status of your unit.sTaTus eXPLaNaTioN/soLuTioNMessage Indicator flashes slowly There are new messages. Pressthe PLAY/MEMO button to hearyour messages.Message Indicator flashes rapidly. Memory is full. Erase some mes-sagesMessage Indicator is lit and not flashing. Answering system is on. Noaction required, unit is ready toreceive calls.Message Indicator is off. Answering system is off. PressON/OFF/ERASE button to turn on.System OperationPlaying MessagesWhen the message indicator flashes slowly it means you have received newmessages. Messages play in first received order. If there are new messages, the unitplays new messages first, followed by old messages. During remote access, the unitplays all messages, new and old, in first-received order.NOTE: When the messaging system is off, it answers after 10rings but doesn’t play the greeting. The messaging systemdoesn’t take messages when it is turned off.• To play messages, press and release the PLAY/MEMO button.• To stop playback, press and release the STOP/SET button.• To restart a current message, press and hold the GREETING/PREVIOUS buttonuntil the message restarts from the beginning.• To return to the beginning of a previous message, press and release theGREETING/PREVIOUS button within one second.• To fast forward through a message, press and hold the NEXT button.• To skip to the beginning of the next message, press and release the NEXTbutton.• To erase a message while it is playing, press and release the ON/OFF ERASEbutton. The answering system announces “Message erased” to confirm themessage has been erased.NOTE:• An ‘old’ message is a message that has been listened to in itsentirety (including the time and day) and not erased.• A ‘new’ message is a message that has not been heard in itsentirety.• At the end of each message the unit announces the timeand day the message was received.At the end of messages playback the unit announces “eNdof Messages”.Erasing All MessagesThis feature allows you to erase all old messages at one time but not new messages.If you do not have any messages, the unit announces “Zero Messages”. When themessaging system isn’t playing or recording messages, press and hold the ON/OFFERASE button until you hear the “Messages erased” announcement. Release thebutton after the announcement.NOTE: To erase new messages, play them, then press ERASEduring playback.Leaving a MemoPress and hold the PLAY/MEMO button. After you hear the announcement and beeps,record your message. Release the PLAY/MEMO button when you’re finished. The unittreats the memo as a new message, and the MESSAGES indicator flashes.Screening Calls (Auto Disconnect)When a call comes in the unit rings the pre-set number of times, plays the greeting,and records the caller’s message.You may screen incoming calls by listening as the caller leaves a message. If youwant to speak to that caller, pick up any extension phone. Auto Disconnect tells theunit to stop playing the greeting or recording a message when an extension phoneis picked up. Sometimes you may pick up the phone and the machine keeps playingthe greeting. This is normal. If you want to pick up the phone while the greetingis playing, wait about two seconds after the system answers before picking upthe phone.If the greeting continues to play after picking up an extension phone, press andrelease the STOP/SET button.Remote AccessYou can access your messaging system from any touch-tone phone by enteringyour 3-digit security code (the default security code is 123, but you can change it.)Be aware that remote functions do not work with rotary or push-button, pulse-dialing phones. You can cut out the wallet-size remote card located at the end ofthis instruction book so you will have the touch-tone commands when picking upmessages from a remote location.1. Call your telephone number.2. After you hear the beep that follows the greeting, enter your 3-digit securitycode. To bypass the greeting, enter your 3-digit security code any time while thegreeting is playing.NOTE: The unit beeps to confirm you have accessed the remotefunctions and begins playing the remote functions menu.3. Select the function you want to use, and press the corresponding number on thephone’s touch-tone pad.4. To end the call, hang up or press the “6” number button while the menu is playing.NOTE: The unit answers on the 10th ring if the unit is turned offor the memory is full. To access the messaging system, enter the3-digit security code after the beeps. If memory is full, playbackyour messages and erase some of them to restore memory. If themessaging system is off, press the 2 key on your phone to turnit on. If you want to end the call press and release the “6” buttontwice on the phone you are using while a message is playing.NOTE: After the unit plays the remote menu, it waits 10 secondsto receive a command. If a command is not entered, the unitdisconnects. The unit only allows two attempts at accessing thesecurity code. If the first and second attempt is incorrect, theunit ends the call.General Product CareTo keep your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines:• Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise(for example, motors or fluorescent lamps).• DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.• Avoid dropping digital answering system and/or other rough treatment.• Clean with a soft cloth.• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damagethe finish.• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship it at a later date.Troubleshooting TipsDoesn’t answer, or answers on 10th ring• Make sure messaging system is turned on.• Memory is full, erase some messages.• Check power supply and phone line connections.Incoming messages are incomplete• An extension phone may have been picked up during recording.• The caller may have tried to leave a message that is longer than the allowablemessage length.• Memory is full, erase some messages.• You may have accidentally pressed the STOP/SET button during messageplayback.Won’t respond to remote commands• You must use touch-tone phone with remote access.• You must enter the correct security code.• Did the unit hang up? If you take no action for a period of time, it automaticallyhangs up.Messaging system doesn’t work• Reset the system. Unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet and plugit back in.Can’t hear messages• Adjust the volume control.Can’t restart the message• You must play messages for at least five seconds before pressing and holdingthe GREETING/PREVIOUS button.Messages indicator flashes rapidly• Memory is full, erase some messages.Greeting continues to play even after an extension phone is picked up• This is normal operation. Auto disconnect is delayed for two seconds after theunit answers a call. If you are near the unit, press the STOP/SET button to stopthe greeting.ServiceIf trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information,please contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the equipment is causingharm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that youdisconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.This product may be serviced only by the manufacturer or its authorized serviceagents. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson Inc. couldvoid the user’s authority to operate this product. For instructions on how to obtainservice, refer to the warranty included in this guide or call customer service at 1-800-448-0329.Or refer inquiries to:Thomson Inc.Manager, Consumer RelationsP O Box 1976Indianapolis, IN 46206Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down the datethis product was purchased or received as a gift. This information will be valuable ifservice should be required during the warranty period.Purchase date ______________________________________________________Name of store ______________________________________________________Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Defects in materials or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• One year, from date of purchase.(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days fromdate of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)What we will do:• Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit isunder warranty for the remainder of the original product’s warranty period.How you get service:• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally providedwith the product. We recommend using the original carton and packingmaterials.• ”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which isevidence that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented toobtain warranty service.” For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.Also print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send viastandard UPS or its equivalent to:Thomson Inc.11721 B Alameda Ave.Socorro, Texas 79927• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange Center for service not coveredby the warranty.• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson Inc. accepts no liability incase of damage or loss.• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.What your warranty does not cover:• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual provides information regardingoperating instructions and user controls. Any additional information, should beobtained from your dealer.)• Installation and setup service adjustments.• Batteries.• Damage from misuse or neglect.• Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.• Products purchased or serviced outside the USA.• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.Product Registration:• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit.It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of thecard is not required for warranty coverage.Limitation of Warranty:• The warranty stated above is the only warranty applicable to this product.All other warranties, express or implied (including all implied warranties ofmerchantability or fitness for a particular purpose) are hereby disclaimed. Noverbal or written information given by Thomson Inc., its agents, or employeesshall create a guaranty or in any way increase the scope of this warranty.• Repair or replacement as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedyof the consumer. Thomson Inc. shall not be liable for incidental or consequentialdamages resulting from the use of this product or arising out of any breach ofany express or implied warranty on this product. This disclaimer of warrantiesand limited warranty are governed by the laws of the state of Indiana.Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty ofmerchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited tothe applicable warranty period set forth above.How state law relates to this warranty:• Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts sothe above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.• This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rightsthat vary from state to state.If you purchased your product outside the USA:• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.Model 29888Digital MessagingSystem User’s GuideSEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCTRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENWARNING: TOPREVENT FIRE ORELECTRICAL SHOCKHAZARD, DO NOTEXPOSE THISPRODUCT TO RAINOR MOISTURE.THE LIGHTNINGFLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THETRIANGLE IS AWARNING SIGNALERTING YOU OF“DANGEROUSVOLTAGE” INSIDETHE PRODUCT.CAUTION: TO REDUCE THERISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TOQUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.THE EXCLAMATIONPOINT WITHIN THETRIANGLE IS AWARNING SIGNALERTING YOU OFIMPORTANTINSTRUCTIONSACCOMPANYINGTHE PRODUCT.CAUTION:Cut out this remote accesscard so that you can takeit with you to help you usethe remote features.To: Press:Play messages .................................. 1Play previous 7(during message playback)Skip to next message ................. 9(during message playback)Erase message .............................. 0(during message playback)Turn on answering system.......... 2Turn off answering system ......... 3Record message .............................. 4(press 6 again when finished)Record greeting ................................ 5(press 6 again when finished)Stop playback.................................... 6(during message playback)To set security code ....................... 7Play greeting ...................................... 8Erase message ................................. 0Write your 3-digit securitycode here.Digital Answering System298881. Dial phone number ofthe answering system.2. Enter 3-digit securitycode during greetingor after the beep.3. Enter touch-tone com-mand.4. Hang up.FOLDEquipment Approval InformationYour telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Networkand is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the TechnicalRequirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.1 Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyOn the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the USnumber 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 telephoneline and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (butnot all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. Tobe 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 networkmust comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. Acompliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to beconnected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructionsfor details.Notes• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your owntelephone 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 yourtelephone 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 havequestions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or aqualified installer.US Number is located on the cabinet bottom.REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom.2 Rights of the Telephone CompanyShould your equipment cause trouble on y our line which may harm the telephone network,the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance ofservice may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrantsuch action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately. Incase of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1) promptly notify youof 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 proceduresset 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 andnot inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect theuse or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give youadequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.Interference InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) This device must acceptany 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation.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 bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference 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 telecommunicationsequipment and receiving antenna.• Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that towhich the receiving antenna is connected.STOP/SETVOLUMEON/OFFERASEMICGREETIN G / PREVIOUSNEXTPLAY/MEMODigital messaging systemDefault SettingsTime 12 a.m. SundayRings to Answer 4Message time 2Security Code 123Thomson Inc.10330 North Meridian St.Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024© 2006 Thomson Inc.Trademark(s) ® RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada(s)Model 2988816018110 (Rev. 2 Dom E/S)06-36Printed in ChinaIf these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experiencedradio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal CommunicationsCommission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio/TV InterferenceProblems.” 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 forcompliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.Modulartelephoneline jackWall plateRange of SettingsTimeHour 12 a.m. - 11 p.m.Minute 0 - 59Day Sunday - MondayRings to Answer 2,3,4,5 toll saverMessage time 1,2,3,4, minutesSecurity Code 0 - 9, 0 - 9, 0 - 9IntroductionCAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basicsafety instructions that should always be followed. Refer tothe IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with thisproduct and save them for future reference.Before You BeginParts ChecklistMake sure your package includes the items shown here.Telephone Jack RequirementsTo use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modulartelephone jack, which might look like the one picturedhere, installed in your home. If you don’t have a modularjack, call your local phone company to find out how to getone installed.Important InstallationInformation• Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.• Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephoneline is disconnected at the network interface.• Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines (attached to the backof the digital messaging system).Important Installation Guidelines• Install messaging system near both a telephone (modular) jack and anelectrical power outlet.• Avoid sources of noise, such as a window by a busy street, and electrical noise,such as motors, microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting.• Avoid heat sources, such as heating air ducts, heating appliances, radiators,and direct sunlight.• Avoid areas of excessive moisture or extremely low temperatures.• Avoid dusty locations.Installing the Messaging SystemChoose the best location to install your messaging system. Your messaging systemshould be placed on a level surface such as a desk or table top.1. Plug the telephone line cord (attached to the back of the messaging system) into amodular wall jack.NOTE: It is not necessary that a telephone be connected to themessaging system in order for it to record messages.2. Connect a telephone to the jack on the back of the messaging system.3. Plug the power supply into and electrical outlet.Wait for the beep. The unit is ready for setup or to answer calls with the defaultgreeting and settings.Moving the Messaging SystemTo move the messaging system to a different location in the house, follow theseinstructions:1. Disconnect the telephone line or any phones you may have connected to the unit.2. Unplug the power supply from the electrical outlet.3. Move the messaging system and phone line to the desired location.4. Plug the power supply into the new electrical outlet.5. Connect the telephone line.STOP/SETVOLUMEON/OFFERASEMICGRE E TING/PREVIOUSNEXTPLAY/MEMOPLAY/MEMO button or MESSAGESindicatorSTOP/SET(button)ON/OFF ERASE(button)MICVOLUME(button)NEXT(button)GREETING/PREVIOUS(button)Messaging System Set UpRecording the GreetingBefore using your new messaging system, you should record a greeting (theannouncement callers hear when your messaging system answers a call). Ifyou don’t record a greeting, callers hear a default greeting which says “We areuNavaiLabLe To Take your caLL. PLease Leave a Message. ThaNk youfor caLLiNg.”When recording the greeting you should be about six to eight inches from the unit.Eliminate as much background noise as possible.1. Prepare your greeting.Sample Greeting: “hi, This is (use your NaMe here). i caN’T aNsWer ThePhoNe righT NoW, so PLease Leave your NaMe, NuMber, aNd a briefMessage afTer The ToNe, aNd i’LL geT back To you. ThaNks.”2. Press and hold the GREETING/PREVIOUS button. The unit announces “recordgreeTiNg afTer ToNe.” After the tone you have 30 seconds to recordyour greeting.3. Release the GREETING/PREVIOUS button when finished. The unit beeps, and thegreeting plays back automatically.Reviewing or Erasing the Greeting1. To review the default or recorded greeting, press and quickly release theGREETING/PREVIOUS button. The unit plays the current greeting.2. To erase your greeting, press and hold the ON/OFF ERASE button while yourrecorded greeting is playing. Hold it until the voice prompt states “greeTiNgerased.” The default greeting is restored.NOTE: Your recording time should not be less than two seconds.Otherwise the unit will return to the default greeting.Changing the SettingsThis function allows you to change the Time/Day, Rings to Answer, message timeand Security Code settings. To change the settings, follow the message system’svoice instructions.Time/DayThis setting allows you to set the current time and day for the Time/Day stampattached to each message.Hour1. Press and hold the STOP/SET button for two seconds, then release. The unitannounces “TiMe” (the current time and day setting) . To set hour, press NEXT.Press SET to continue.”2. To set the hour, press and release the NEXT or GREETING/PREVIOUS button, andthe unit announces an hour, such as “12aM, 1aM, 2aM” or “12aM, 11PM, 10PM”.3. After choosing the hour, press and release the STOP/SET button to store the hour.The unit enters the Minute menu.Minutes1. The unit announces (the current minutes setting). To set minutes, press NEXT.Press SET to continue.”2. To change the minutes, press and release the NEXT or GREETING/PREVIOUSbutton and the unit announces a minute such as “1, 2, 3”.3. After choosing the minute, press and release the STOP/SET button to store theminute. The unit enters the Day menu.Day1. The unit announces (the current day setting). To set day, press NEXT. Press SET tocontinue.”2. To change the day, press and release the NEXT or GREETING/PREVIOUS buttonand the unit announces a day, such as “suNday, MoNday” or “suNday,saTurday”.3. After choosing a day, press and release the STOP/SET button to store the day. Theunit enters the Rings to Answer menu.Rings to AnswerThis setting allows you to select the number of rings before the unit answers a call.1. The unit announces “riNgs To aNsWer” ( the current rings to answer setting ). Toset rings to answer, press NEXT. Press SET to continue.”2. To change the rings to answer, press and release the NEXT or GREETING/PREVIOUS button and the unit announces a number, such as “2,3,4” or “2, ToLLsaver, 5”.3. After choosing a number, press and release the STOP/SET button to store the ringsto answer. The unit confirms the setting and enters Message Length menu.

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