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DECT 6.0 CORDED/CORDLESS TELEPHONE Model number: 30524...
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Table of contents Getting started To initiate an intercom during a call ..............24 Parts checklist ..........1 Push to talk (PTT) ........26 Telephone jack requirements ....2 Installing on a desk ........2 Handset settings Charger installation ........5 Ringer volume ..........27 Wall mount installation......6 Ringer melody ..........
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Advanced settings To search a phonebook entry alphabetically .......... 45 Dialing mode..........61 Edit a phonebook entry ......46 Programming your area code Delete phonebook entry ......47 (optional) ............ 61 Reset ..............62 Caller ID Registering a handset ......63 Using Caller ID service ......
Power adapter Power adapter for for charger telephone base (1 for 30524EE2 2 for 30524EE3 3 for 30524EE4 Telephone base with 4 for 30524EE5) convertible base mount attached Cordless handset (1 for 30524EE2...
Getting started Telephone jack requirements To use this phone, you need a RJ11C type modular Wall plate telephone jack, which might look like the one pictured here, installed in your home. If you do not have a modular jack, call your telephone service provider to find out how to have one installed.
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Getting started 2. Turn the telephone base over and position it with the power jack and telephone line jack facing towards you. 3. Press on the convertible base mount indicated by arrows below to remove it from the telephone base. WALL WALL WALL...
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Getting started 5. Replace the convertible base mount by aligning the small tabs to the slots in the middle of the telephone base and the larger tabs in the slots near the top as shown. WALL WALL WALL WALL DESK DESK THIS END UP FOR WALL USE...
Getting started CAUTION: 1. Use only the power adapter that came with this unit. Using other power adapters may damage the unit. 2. To prevent fire or electrical shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Charger installation (For models with additional handsets) 1.
Getting started Wall mount installation 1. Make sure the telephone line cord is unplugged from the modular jack and the power adapter cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet before installation. 2. Rotate the wall mounting tab until the engraved text WALL is correctly oriented.
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Getting started 4. Position the telephone base so the telephone line jack and power jack are facing away from you. Install the convertible base mount making sure the extended tabs are inserted into the slots engraved “WALL” on the telephone base. The engraved text “THE END UP FOR WALL USE”...
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Getting started 6. Plug the telephone line cord into the jack on the wall plate. Align the holes on the telephone with the mounting studs of the wall plate and slide the telephone base down until it locks securely. Tie the excess cords neatly with a twist tie.
Getting started Battery installation CAUTION: 1. Use only the supplied rechargeable battery or equivalent replacement battery. See battery specifications on the Technical specification page or visit our website at www.gephones.com to find out how to order a replacement battery if necessary.
Overview Telephone base layout skip repeat ans on/off play/stop Press to skip to Press to repeat a Press to turn Press to play the next message message, or press the answering messages or during message twice to play the system on or off. stop playback.
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Overview Telephone base layout #/pause/ringer off • Press and hold to add a dialing pause when dialing or entering numbers into phonebook. • Press and hold to turn the ringer off. Press to initiate a PPT intercom with system handsets. mute Press to mute a call, press again to resume...
Overview Handset layout CID/volume up off/cancel • Press to review the call • During a call, press to hang up. log when the telephone • During programming, press to cancel and is not in use. exit without making changes. • While in menu, press to scroll up.
Overview Battery charging The following table summarizes the battery charge indicators and what actions need to be taken. Battery Battery status Action indicators Battery icon is Battery is charging. Keep the handset in the charger scrolling. when not in use. Battery icon is Battery is completely The handset is ready for use.
Overview Telephone base screen display icon Item Meaning • Flashes when there is a new voice mail message. (Available only if you have subscribed to voice mail service from your telephone service provider.) • Displays when the alarm is set. •...
Overview Handset screen display icon Item Meaning • Displays when the telephone base is within reception range. • Flashes when the telephone base is out of range. • Scrolls to indicate battery charging when handset is in the charger. • Flashes and empty when battery level is low. •...
Initial settings In order for your answering system to accurately mark your messages, you must set the time and date. Please see page 37 for Date and time setting instructions. Telephone operation Make a call Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2.
Telephone operation End a call Using a cordless handset Press or place the handset in the charger to end a call. Using the telephone base Return the corded handset to the telephone base or press to end a call. Speakerphone Anytime during a call, press on the telephone base or press the handset to switch between speakerphone and normal handset use.
Telephone operation Using the telephone base 1. Press 2. Press to select the desired phone number, then lift the corded handset or press to dial. Save a number from the redial list to the phonebook Using a cordless handset 1. Press redial/format. 2.
Telephone operation Delete number from the redial list Using a cordless handset 1. Press redial/format. 2. Press to select the desired phone number and then press 3. Press to select DELETE and then press twice to delete the selected number. -OR- Press to select DELETE ALL and then press...
Telephone operation Call waiting or call waiting with caller ID service To use call waiting, you must subscribe to call waiting service from your telephone service provider. This feature allows you to receive calls while you are already talking on the phone. You will hear a call waiting alert tone when there is a second incoming call.
Telephone operation Voice mail service icon flashes on the screen of the telephone base and handset(s) when you have received a new voice mail message from your service provider. IMPORTANT: Voice mail service is different from the answering system. In order to use the voice mail service, you must subscribe to it from your telephone service provider.
Telephone operation Intercom The system allows an intercom call between two system devices (either the telephone base or cordless handset). Using a cordless handset 1. Press del/int. • If your telephone system has only one handset registered, the intercom call will be automatically directed to the telephone base. •...
Telephone operation 3. To end the intercom call, press or place the cordless handset in the charger. -OR- Return the corded handset to the telephone base or press the telephone base. NOTES: 1. The intercom call can be canceled before it is answered by pressing on the telephone base.
Telephone operation To initiate an intercom during a call You can intercom with another system device (either the telephone base or cordless handset) during a call, or invite another system device to join. Using a cordless handset 1. Press del/int during a call. •...
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Telephone operation • If your telephone system has more than one handset registered, press to select the desired handset and then press The call is placed on hold while the intercom is established with the other handset. 2. Press to answer the intercom on the other handset. You can choose from one of the following options for this intercom call.
Telephone operation Push to talk (PTT) You can directly broadcast messages to the speakerphone of any registered handset in the system. Using a cordless handset 1. Press the PTT button on the right side of the handset. • If your telephone system has only one handset registered, the connection will be set automatically to the telephone base.
Handset settings Ringer volume You can set the handset ringer volume from level 1 to level 5 or turn the ringer off. Using a cordless handset 10:30 11/20 HANDSET TONES 1. Press >RING VOLUME 2. Press to select HANDSET TONES and then press 10:30 11/20...
Handset settings Key tone The handset can be programmed to emit a tone with each key press. You can choose to turn this feature on or off. The default setting is ON. To change the key tone setting: Using a cordless handset 1.
Handset settings Equalizer This feature allows you to change the balance of the audio of the handset to best suit your hearing. Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press to select SETTINGS and then press 10:30 11/20 SETTINGS >EQUALIZER 3.
Telephone base settings Base ringer volume You can set the telephone base ringer volume from level 1 to level 5 or turn the ringer off. 1. Press when in idle mode. 10:30 11/20 2. Press to select BASE TONES and BASE TONES then press >BASE VOLUME...
Telephone base settings Display language You can select ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL or FRANCIS as the display language. The default setting is ENGLISH. 1. Press when in idle mode. 10:30 11/20 2. Press to select SETTINGS and then SETTINGS press >LANGUAGE 3. Press again to select LANGUAGE.
Block list You can program telephone numbers into the block list so that the telephone silences when a call is received from one of the blocked numbers. The handset shows BLOCK LIST when the programmed numbers call and will not record the number in the caller ID history. To add a new entry Using a cordless handset 1.
Block list To edit an entry Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press to select BLOCK LIST and then press 3. Press to select the desired entry and then 10:30 11/20 press BLOCK LIST 4. Press to select EDIT CONTACT and then >EDIT CONTACT press twice.
Block list To delete entry Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press to select BLOCK LIST and then 10:30 11/20 press BLOCK LIST >DELETE ENTRY 3. Press to select the desired entry and then press 10:30 11/20 4. Press to select DELETE ENTRY and then BLOCK LIST >DELETE ALL...
Do not disturb When DO NOT DISTURB (DND) mode is activated, all incoming calls will be silent. This feature only silences the ringer, the incoming number, if you have subscribed to the caller ID service from your telephone service provider, will be recorded in the caller ID history as normal. Global DND When global DND is activated, all system handsets and the telephone base will be silent when there is an incoming call.
Do not disturb Telephone base DND You can program the telephone base to silence during the time you set. This setting is independent to cordless handset, setting programmed on the telephone base does not apply to other system handsets. To program the DND time for telephone base 1.
Clock and alarm Date and time You can set the date and time of the telephone system as follows. Using a cordless handset 1. Press 10:30 11/20 2. Press to select CLOCK & ALARM and then CLOCK & ALARM press >SET DATE/TIME 3.
Clock and alarm Time format The display format of time can either be selected as 12 hour or 24 hour. The default setting is 12 hour. To change your setting: Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press to select CLOCK & ALARM and then 10:30 11/20 CLOCK &...
Clock and alarm 3. Press to select SET FORMAT and then press 10:30 11/20 SET FORMAT 4. Press to select DATE FORMAT and then >DATE FORMAT press 5. Press to select the desired setting (MM/DD or DD/MM) and then press to confirm.
Clock and alarm OFF: Turn alarm off (setting completed). ONE TIME: The alarm sounds once at the set time. 10:30 11/20 ALARM DAILY: The alarm sounds daily at the set time. >ONE TIME 5. Enter the desired hour and minute and then press to select AM or PM.
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Clock and alarm Using the telephone base 1. Press when in idle mode. 10:30 11/20 2. Press to select CLOCK & ALARM CLOCK & ALARM and then press >ALARM TONE 3. Press to select ALARM TONE and 10:30 11/20 then press ALARM TONE 4.
Phonebook Add a phonebook record Using a cordless handset 1. Press 10:30 11/20 2. Press to select PHONEBOOK and then MAIN MENU >PHONEBOOK press 3. Press twice to select ADD NEW. 10:30 11/20 4. Enter the name (max. 14 characters). Press the key PHONEBOOK to the corresponding character to display the correct >ADD NEW...
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Phonebook Using the telephone base 1. Press 10:30 2. Press to select PHONEBOOK and 11/20 then press MAIN MENU >PHONEBOOK 3. Press again to select ADD NEW. 10:30 4. Enter the name (max. 14 characters). Press the 11/20 key to the corresponding character to display the PHONEBOOK correct letter.
Phonebook Character table Use the dial pad and the chart below to enter a name (up to 14 characters). Each press of a particular key displays the character in the following order: Dial pad Character by number of key presses space <...
Phonebook To search a phonebook entry alphabetically Using a cordless handset 1. Press when the handset is not in use. 2. Press to scroll to any phonebook entry. 3. Press the dial pad key (0-9) that corresponds to the first letter of the entry you are looking for.
Phonebook Using the telephone base 1. Press twice and the phonebook will display. 2. Press to locate the desired entry. 3. Press twice to dial the number. Edit a phonebook entry Using a cordless handset 1. Press when the handset is not in use. 2.
Phonebook Delete phonebook entry Using a cordless handset 1. Press when the handset is not in use. 2. Press to locate the desired entry and then press 3. Press to select DELETE ENTRY and then press three times to delete the selected entry. -OR- Press to select DELETE ALL and then press...
Caller ID Using Caller ID service IMPORTANT: To use the Caller-ID capabilities of this telephone system, you must subscribe to Caller-ID services from your service provider. Check with your telephone service provider for details. Caller ID records are stored in the order that they are received. Your telephone stores caller ID memory for the 50 most recent calls.
Caller ID redial/format to change the format of the phone number to 555- 555-5555, 1-555-555-5555, and back to 555-5555), then press to call. Using the telephone base 1. Press to display the caller ID list. 2. Press to view from the most recent calls, or to view the oldest calls.
Caller ID 3. Press to select COPY TO PHBK and then press 4. Enter the name by using the dial pad keys if necessary, and then press 5. Edit the number by using the dial pad keys if necessary, and then press to save.
Caller ID Call log display screen messages Display When OUT OF AREA The caller’s name and number are out of area. PRIVATE The caller is blocking the name, and the number is out of area. The caller is blocking the number, and the name is out of area.
Answering system This section explains how to set up your answering system. Before you begin the setup process, please make sure that the answering system is on. Turning the answering system on or off Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2.
Answering system New message indicator When there are new messages on the answering system, the number of new messages and the icon flash, and XX NEW MESSAGE shows on the screen of the telephone base; the icon flashes and XX NEW MESSAGE displays on the screen of the cordless handsets. Play the current outgoing announcement When the answering system answers a call, the pre-recorded outgoing announcement is played to the caller unless you have recorded your...
Answering system Delete your recorded OGA If you want to use the pre-recorded outgoing announcement, simply delete your recorded OGA. Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press to select ANS SYSTEM and then press 3. Press to select ANNOUNCEMENT and then press 4.
Answering system 3. Press to select ANNOUNCEMENT and then press 4. Press again to select PLAY OGA. The system announces the current outgoing announcement you are using. Record an outgoing announcement (OGA). Number of rings You can select the number of rings before the answering system answers a call.
Answering system Security code for remote access Your answering system allows you to program a 4-digit security code to get access to the system through any touch-tone telephone. The default security code is 0000. To view the current remote code: Using a cordless handset 1.
Answering system 5. Use the dial key pad to enter a new 4-digit security code and then press 6. Enter the code again to confirm and then press Using the telephone base 1. Press 2. Press to select ANS SYSTEM and then press 3.
Answering system Message playback using the telephone base 1. Press on the telephone base to listen to the messages. 2. The system announces the number of messages and date and time when the message was recorded. 3. Press again to stop the playback. Options during playback Operation Press to adjust the listening volume.
Answering system Delete all messages Using a cordless handset 1. Press 2. Press to select ANS SYSTEM and then press 3. Press to select DEL. ALL OLD. 4. Press twice to confirm. Using the telephone base 1. Press 2. Press to select ANS SYSTEM and then press 3.
Answering system Access the answering system remotely 1. Dial your phone number from any touch-tone telephone. 2. Once your answering system takes your call and you hear your outgoing announcement, press the # key. The answering system will ask you to enter your security code. 3.
Advanced settings Dialing mode The default dialing mode is TONE for touch tone dialing. If you have pulse or rotary service, you can change this setting to accommodate your telephone line service. Using a cordless handset 1. Press 10:30 11/20 2.
Advanced settings 3. Press to select AREA CODE and then 10:30 11/20 press AREA CODE 4. Enter your area code and then press to confirm. Using the telephone base 1. Press when in idle mode. 10:30 11/20 2. Press to select ADV SETTING and ADV SETTING then press >AREA CODE...
Advanced settings 4. Press again to confirm. 10:30 11/20 NOTE: All settings under the ANS SYSTEM, BLOCK LIST, PROGRAM RESET DND, CLOCK & ALARM, SETTINGS, HANDSET TONES, BASE TONES CONFIRM? and ADV SETTING and menus in the handset will be restored to default settings, the redial list and call log will also be cleared.
Advanced settings Deregistering a handset This feature is intended for base replacement procedures. Handset deregistration is not recommended for normally functioning systems. For more information concerning deregistration, visit us online at www.gephones.com Using a cordless handset A cordless handset cannot deregister itself, you have to use another system handset or the telephone base to deregister the desired handset.
Appendix Troubleshooting guide If your telephone system is not operating properly, first try these general reset procedures: 1. Unplug all power adapters from the power outlets. 2. Disconnect the telephone line cord from the base or modular jack. 3. Remove the battery compartment covers and unplug all handset battery packs.
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Appendix Handset does • The ringer may be off. Increase the ringer not ring. volume. • Make sure your handset is charged. You experience • The handset may be near the end of range limit. audible static, Move the handset closer to the base unit. noise, or fading •...
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Appendix Answering system Problem Cause/solution The unit does • Make sure the answering system is on. not record new • The message memory may be full. Some messages. messages will need to be deleted. Cannot access • The system may be in use by another party. the answering •...
Appendix General Product Care • Avoid dropping the handset, as well as other rough treatment to the phone. • Clean the phone only with a dry soft cloth. • Never use cleaning agents, paint thinner, abrasive powder, alcohol, or other chemical products to clean the unit. Doing so will damage the unit.
Appendix Important Safety Instructions Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, when using telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1.
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Appendix 13. Do not expose the product to extreme temperatures such as areas near a hot radiator, stove or in a hot car. Do not place product upon other consumer electronic products such as; computer monitors, power amplifiers, etc. 14. Do not place lighted candles, cigarettes, cigars, etc., on or near the telephone.
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Appendix 3. Replace batteries that appear to be swollen or have damaged wiring. 4. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 5. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin.
Appendix • Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be released which might cause injury to persons or property damage. • To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the supplied battery or replacement battery.
Appendix FCC Parts 15, 68 and ACTA This equipment is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
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Appendix 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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Appendix these numbers down so that you can still dial the number manually of the memory dialing fails. This feature is included as a convenience only. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for customer reliance on the memory feature of this product. Testing emergency telephone numbers is not recommended.
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Appendix This product meets ENERGY STAR program requirements for energy conservation. Selecting ENERGY STAR products is a responsible way to save energy and money while protecting our environment. ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. The RBRC seal on the battery used in your product indicates that CCT is participating in the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program to collect and recycle rechargeable batteries.
Appendix One Year Limited Warranty CCT Tech USA Inc. (CCT), the licensed manufacturer of this GE® branded product, warrants this product to the original retail purchaser to be free of material and/or workmanship defects for a period of one year after the date of original retail purchase.
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Appendix • Products that have been repaired, altered or modified by anyone other than CCT or its authorized service representative. • Problems caused by signal conditions, radio interference, network reliability, cable or antenna systems. • Damage caused by use of non CCT accessories or misapplication. •...
Appendix Technical specification Radio frequency band DECT 6.0 (1910MHz to 1920MHz) Telephone base input voltage 6VDC 500mA and current Charger input voltage and 6VAC 300mA current Battery specifications 2.4V 400mAh...
Appendix Index Do not disturb 35 global DND 35 Alarm 39, 40 handset DND 35 Answer a call 16 telephone base DND 36 Answering system turn on or off 52 Area code 61 End a call 17 Energy save 29 Equalizer 29 Base ringer melody 30 Base ringer volume 30...
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Appendix Ring delay 55 Ringer melody 27 Make a call 16 Ringer volume 27 Message capacity 52 Message playback handset 58 Save number from redial list to phone- telephone base 58 book 18 Multiple handsets 20 Security code for remote access 56 Mute 19 Speakerphone 17 New message indicator 53...
Appendix Remote access operation card The remote access card below lists the commands needed to operate your answering system remotely from any touch-tone telephone. Cut along dotted line Remote access operation card 1. Call your telephone number from a touch-tone telephone.