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Model 28032 Series
5.8GHz DECT Multi-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 28002 handset with charge cradle)
Equipment Approval Information
Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with
parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment
published by ACTA.
1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating, among other information, the US number and Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of
these devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices
connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as
determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the
applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is
provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See
installation instructions for details.
Notes
• This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
• Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you
are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company.
• Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line.
• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this
product does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult
your telephone company or a qualified installer.
Model 28032
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Printed in China
US Number is located on the cabinet bottom.
REN Number is located on the cabinet bottom.
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- Page 1 5.8GHz DECT Multi-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 28002 handset with charge cradle) Equipment Approval Information Your telephone equipment is approved for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network and is in compliance with parts 15 and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations and the Technical Requirements for Telephone Terminal Equipment published by ACTA.
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Page 2: Interference Information
2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should 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 of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately. -
Page 3: Before You Begin
Introduction CAUTION: When using telephone equipment, there are basic safety instructions that should always be followed. Refer to the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS provided with this product and save them for future reference. IMPORTANT: Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that isn’t cordless, in case the power in your home goes out. -
Page 4: Handset Layout
properly set, these devices may interfere with each other and/or your new telephone. If you are concerned with interference, please refer to the owner’s manual for these devices on how to properly set channels to avoid interference. Typical devices that may use the 5.8 GHz frequency for communication include wireless audio/video senders, wireless computer networks, multi-handset cordless telephone systems, and some long-range cordless telephone systems. -
Page 5: Installing The Phone
Installing the phone Installing the Handset Battery NOTE: You must connect the handset battery before use. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only the Thomson Inc. approved model 5-2721 Nickel-metal Hydride battery (Ni-MH), which is compatible with this unit. 1. -
Page 6: Answering System Setup
mounting pedestal. Answering System Setup This section shows you how to set up your answering system to receive incoming calls. Before you begin the set up process, you must turn on the answering system. • Press the ANS on/off button to turn the answering system on and off. The MESSAGES indicator lights when the answering system is on. -
Page 7: Programming The Telephone
Programming the Telephone Standby Screen The handset displays the handset number and user name. Programming Functions The system uses a menu structure to give you access to all of the built-in features. You may program the following items in main menu: Room Monitor, DTAM Messages and Handset Setup. Room Monitor (applicable only with additional handsets) 1. - Page 8 You may choose from ten different ringer tones and ten different melodies. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the cid/vol (▼ or ▲) button to scroll to the RINGER TONE sub-menu. 2. Press mute/menu button to enter the menu. SET RINGER TONE 01 shows in the display. 01 is default setting. 3.
- Page 9 Message Alert (for answering system) This feature sets your answering system to give an alert tone every 10 seconds when there are new messages. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the cid/vol (▼ or ▲) button to scroll to the MESSAGE ALERT sub-menu. 2.
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Page 10: Telephone Operation
De-Registration This feature allows you to remove a registered handset from base. During the de-registration process, keep the handset near the base. From the Handset Setup Menu: 1. Press the cid/vol (▼ or ▲) button to scroll to the DEREGISTRATION sub-menu. 2. - Page 11 Press the cid/vol (▼ or ▲) button to select the desired record, then press the talk/flash or speaker button 2. When finished, press the end button to hang up. NOTE: You may enter up to 32 pre-dial digits. NOTE: If you want to delete the pre-dial number you entered, press the delete/int/conf button until all of the digits are erased.
- Page 12 and * to page all handsets) 4. To cancel the page, press the end button on the receiving handset, or you may press the delete/int/cont button on the originating handset. Paging form base/Group Page Use the base-only to page all registered handset at the same time. 1.
- Page 13 Provided you subscribe to Call Waiting Caller ID service from your phone company; if you receive an incoming call and you are using the GE multi handset system, a beep indicates the presence of a Call Waiting call on the line. The Call Waiting Caller ID information will be displayed and stored in the history of all handsets in the system.
- Page 14 Storing CID Records in phonebook You may also store CID information in the phonebook. NOTE: It is important that you format CID records correctly BEFORE storing in phonebook as you cannot reformat CID records stored in phonebook. 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2.
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Page 15: Answering System Operation
Edit Records 1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in talk mode). 2. Press the phonebook button to access the phone book sub-menu. 3. Use the cid/vol (▼ or ▲) buttons to scroll to EDIT RECORDS. 4. Press the mute/menu button to confirm, display will show the records. 5. -
Page 16: Remote Access
• Press and release the repeat button to repeat the current message. • Press and release the repeat button twice to go to the previous message. • Press and release the SKIP button to go to the next message. • Press the DELETE button to erase the current message. Memory Full When the answering system memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings. - Page 17 Skip message Turn on/off answer Review voice menu options Memory Full When answering system memory is full, the system answers after 10 rings, beeps and waits for you to enter the 3-digit security code. If you don’t enter the security code within 8 seconds, the phone hangs up. You should erase some messages so the answering system can record new messages.
- Page 18 Answering System Display Messages_______________________ The following messages show the status of the answering system or help you set up and use the system. Handset Sound Signals__________________________________ Troubleshooting Guide__________________________________ Telephone Solutions No dial tone • Check or repeat installation steps: Make sure the base power cord is connected to a working electrical outlet. Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the base and the wall jack.
- Page 19 Re-connect it. Caller ID Error Message • The unit displays this message if it detects anything other than valid Caller ID information during the silent period after the first ring. This message indicates the presence of noise on the line. No Caller ID •...
- Page 20 Or refer inquiries to: Thomson Inc. Manager, Consumer Relations P O Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 Attach your sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This information will be valuable if service should be required during the warranty period. Accessory Information___________________________________ DESCRIPTION MODEL NO.
- Page 21 merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this product is limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above. How state law relates to this warranty: • Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
- Page 22 3. Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours. Registration YOU MUST REGISTER THE HANDSET TO THE MAIN BASE BEFORE USE! After the optional handset has charged for 16 hours on the extra charger, HANDSET NEEDS REGISTRATION shows in the display. 1.