TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
lNTRODUCT\W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...3
A. Psrfs Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...3
CONTROLS ati FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...4
A.leleohona tintrols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...5
B. Telephone Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...5 lNCASEOF Dl~CULTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...14
INSTALLATION FOR DESK OR TABLETOP . ...6
A.lntroducttin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...6
B. Installation for Desk
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TELEPHONE OPERATION
A.lntrodution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...8
B. Howto Make and Recaiw Calls . . . . ...6
C. fitomatic Radial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...6
D. Using the Mute Button .,...... . . . . ...6
E. Using the Flash Button.....,.. . . . . ...6
TELEPHONE MEMORY
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...9
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Howto Stora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...9
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Howto Oiala Stored Numbar . . . . . ...10
Howto Chain Dial Using Memoq . . ...10
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Storing aPause in Dialing . . . . . . . . ...11
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PAWand PW use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..11
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Changing or Correcting a
Stored Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..11
PAGE SECTION
PRODUCT CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...12
A. To Replace Backup Battey . . . . . . . ...12
B. Battery Ssf~Precautions . . . . . . . . . ..l2
C. General Product Care . . . . . . . . . . ., .,.13
A. Sawice Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FCC REGISTRATION
INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. BACK COVER
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION. .BACK COVER
HEARING AID
COMPATIBILITY. .BACK COVER
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a GE Communications Product. Your new GE telephone is
a carefully engineered, highquality, durable product with natural sound quality,
modern features and elegant styling. It is designed to give you the quality and
convenience you expect in a telephone.
To familiarize yourself with all the features of your telephone, please read the
following instructions carefully. Retain this Guide for future reference.
FCC NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE B~M OF THE BASE UNIT
REN NUMBER IS LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM OF BASE UNIT
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK COVER OF THIS GUIDE
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CONTROLS and FEATURES
1. Handset
2. Extra Long Coiled Cord — Connects the handset to the
base unit. (Cord can be stretched to a maximum of 8
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Button — Used when dialing a number stored in
3. Dial
memory, locations 1-9.
4. Store/In — Stores phone number in a MEMORY location.
5. Mute Button — Allows you to exclude the party on the
line from a conversation at your location.
6. flash Button — Activates custom calling services (of
your local telephone company) such as call transferor
call waiting.
7. Handset Hook Switch
8. Quick Dial Buttons — Provide instant dialing of up to 3
important telephone numbers by pressing A, B or C.
Redia/ Button — Redials the last number called. Also
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Memory Directory Tray — Index for names (or
numbers) of parties stored in the corresponding memory
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Dialing Mode Switch — Sets the dialing mode for either
Tone or Pulse (for rotary service).
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Ringer Volume Switch — Adjusts the volume of the
ringer (Hi or Lo) or to turn ringer off.
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Lithium Battery Compartment — Located under BASE.
(Long-Life Lithium Battery Cartridge is included).
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quick dialing for Emergency, etc. plus 9 additional memories
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INSTALLATION — DESK OR TABLE TOP
fillow these steps to connect your new
telephone for proper operation. Make sure you .
have a modular telephone jack. A modular
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outlet (illustrated) jack is required.
Installation of this telephone in locations Wth :
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require additional Converters (not included). The :
dealer from whom you purchased your phone or :
a telephone supply store can advise you
regarding the proper Converter.
1. Connect the Coiled Cod
Plug one end of the COILED CORD to the .
HANDSET and plug the other into the
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2. Connect the Telephone Line Cod
Plug the PHONE LINE CORD into the jack :
on the bottom of the ~SE UNIT. Then, plug :
the PHONE LINE CORD into the telephone .
outlet. An RJ1lC outlet jack illustrated) is :
required. If you don’t have an RJ1lC, an
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telephone store.
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3. The Pulse/Tone Switch
The PULSE/~NE switch located on the s
WSE should be set to the proper position.
The switch should be set to ~NE if you
have “touch tone” sewice. Otherwise, set to
PULSE.
Note: If you have pulse service, the switch
may be changed to TONE after dialing is
completed. This allows access to phone
services that require a tone. Return switch to
PULSE when call is completed.
Ringer Volume
The RINGER VOLUME switch located on the
side of the WSE can be set to the following:
HI — Maimum Volume
LO — Lower Volume
OFF — Ringer is not heard
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This GE Telephone provides normal telephone operation
along with storage of up to twelve telephone numbers in
memory for automatic dialing of frequently called or
emergency numbers.
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1. Pick up HANDSET.
2. Wait for dial tone.
3. Dial telephone number.
4. When finished, hang-up.
To Receiw a Call
1. When phone rings, pick up HANDSET and talk.
2. When finished, hang-up HANDSET.
Note: Make sure RINGER Switch is not off.
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To redial a number that you dialed press REDIAL.
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Pressing and holding the MUTE button deactivates the
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your location and not be overheard by the party on the line :
(you will still hear them).
To deactivate mlcmphone:
Press and hold MUTE button.
To continue conmrsation:
Release MUTE button.
Briefly press FMSH to activate customer calling services
from your local phone company,such as call transfer
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call waiting. These services generally require an extra
monthly fee. If you subscribe to any of these services,
please refer to the phone company’s instruction on how to :
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TELEPHONE MEMORY OPERATION
This GE Telephone has 12 memory locations capable of
storing a telephone number of up to 16 digits. Three
telephone numbers can be stored in the 3 Quick Dial
positions and dialed with one touch. (For example: you may t
want to store emergency phone numbers for quick and easy s
access). 9 Memory positions are dialed with two touches
(DIAL and the number button 1-9 corresponding to the t
memory location).
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Dial Numbers
Pick up the HANDSET
Push S~RE/lN.
Enter the telephone number (it will not actually call
the number in this mode).
Push S~RE/lN again.
Push selected Quick Dial Location — A, B or C.
Hang up HANDSET
Write the name or number of party stored in memory
location on Directory Card.
dispatcher the reason for the call before hanging up.
early morning hours or late evening.
Pick up the HANDSET
Push S~RE/lN.
Enter the telephone number (it will not actually call
the number in this mode).
Push S~RE/lN again.
Push key pad 1, or 2. ... or 9 for memory location
Hang up HANDSET
Write the name or number of party stored in the
memory location on Directory Card.
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Quick Dial Numbers
Pick up HANDSET
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This feature allows you to dial in succession a chain of
numbers in different memory locations. This is useful when
you must dial more than one number in memory to complete t
a call, such as with frequent calls via an independent
service (e.g. MCI or Sprint).
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Memory Location
Local Access Number of Long
Distance Company and 2 or 3
pauses atend, press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...6
Authorization Code (ID),. press . . . . . . . . . . . . ...7
Long distance phone number,
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To Initiate Chain Dialing
1. Press DIAL.
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3. Press DIAL.
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5. Press DIAL,
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When storing a number, a momentary delay may be needed
in the dialing sequence for a stored telephone number. This
is generally used when a “PAUSE” is needed to wait for a
dial tone (e.g. after dialing a long distance access number).
The RED/AL button should be pressed at the point where a
pause is needed in the dialing sequence. During storage,
pushing the RED/AL button sewes to store a pause in the
dialing sequence as often as needed.
Note: The RED/AL key will place a pause in the dialing
sequence anXime it is pressed afier dialing a number. When
storing PAUSE in MEMORY, each PAUSE counts as one
stored digit.
Example: 123 REDIAL 456-769-0123
Memory and Redial may require the use of a “PAUSE”
when initiallydialing or storingoutside numbers.
sequence, then, for dialing or storing an outside number
would be, for example: 9 REDIAL 1234567
How to CbW a Storsd Numbr
Repeat the storage sequence. The new number will replam the
old number at the memory Iocaton.
How to mar a Stoti Nu-r
Repeat the storage sequence. Skip step 3 in the sequence fi.e.
do not enter a telephone number). The storage location till be
blank when sequence is completed.
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PRODUCT CARE
A consumer replaceable long-life Lithium Battery (3V) is
installed in the phone to provideback-up power for retaining
numbers in memory.
located on the bottom of the telephone base.
1. Unplug PHONE LINE from telephone outlet.
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Unsnap the batte~ door.
USing a screwdriver insert in opening at either end of .
The Lithium Battery compartment is
batterycartridge pop it up, lift battefi out.
Dispose of battery cartridge. Replace only with GE CAT 1
#5-1923. When discarding batteries, be sure to dispose of s
them in the proper manner, according to your state and :
local regulations.
3. Replace battaq cartridge and door.
Note: Cartridge can be inserted only one way.
4. Plug in the PHONE CORD.
Note: Numbers in memory must be reprogrammed.
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dispose of Battery in fire. Like other batteries of this type,
if it is burned or punctured, it could release toxic material
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To keep your GE Telephone working and looking good, follow
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that generate electrical noise. fi.e., motors, fluorescent lamps.)
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(Remember to first unplug phone from wall outlet)
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IN CASE OF
DIFFICULTY
If your Telephone does not work properly, follow the Service Checklist. If it is still
inoperative then disconnect the Telephone and try another telephone to determine if
the problem is with the telephone line. If it is the telephone line, notify the telephone
company for service.
If the Telephone continues to malfunction, please make sure you have followed all
the instructions in this manual to correct the problem.
If you continue to have problems, refer to the sewice information on page 17 of this
guide and the Telephone must be disconnected.
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TELEPHONE
PROBLEM
1. No Dial tone
2. Phone does not dial
3. You cannot be
heard by other party
4. Memory Dialing
Problems
5. Incoming and
Outgoing voice
volume is too low
6. Phone does not ring
7. Tone Feedback
Flutter while dialing
in pulse mode
8. Loss of Memory
● Check Cords to make sure they are inserted correctly.
● Does HOOK SW/~H extend fully when handset is
removed from cradle?
● Check PULSE~NE switch. Place in the PULSE
position.
● Check that handset coil cord is fully inserted at both
ends.
● Did you program number correctly?
● Did you follow the proper dialing sequence?
● Check that other phones are off hook at the same time. If
so, this is a normal condition as volume drops when
additional phones are used at once.
● Is RINGER SELEC7 set to OFF position?
● Are you using too many phones on one line? The total
REN of all phones should not be greater than the
maximum REN for your calling area. (Usually maximum
REN is 5. See FCC Registration Information on back
cover.)
● This is normal as power is fluctuating with phone out-
pulsing.
● Is battery installed correctly?
● Does battery need to be replaced?
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FCC REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Your GE telephomequipmentis registeredwith the Fsderal Communications Commlss!on and is In compliance with
pads 15 and 66, FCC Rules and Regulations
NoNNcaNon to the @al Telephone Compeny
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On the kttom of this equipment is a label indicating among other information, the FCC Registration numbr and Ringer
Equivalexe Numbar (REN) forth6 ~uipmem. You must,uWn rqueti, P~ide t~s infOrmat&OntOWur teleP~ne cOmPanY
The REN IS useful to determine the number of devices you may connti to your telephone line and still have all these
dwices ring when ~r telep~ne num~r is callsd Inmw (but nd all) am-, the sum of the flEN’s of dl devices conn~sd
to one line should not excesd 5. To be cetiain of the numbsr of devgces you may connect to your line as determined
by the REN, you skuld contati your Imal telephone company.
NOTES: This equipment may not be used on coin sewice provided by the telephone company.
Pafly lines are subpti to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not b able to use your own telephone equipment if you
are on a pafly fine. Check with Wur lmal telephone company.
Nottce must b ginn to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line.
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Rights of the Telephone Company.
Should your equipmnl cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall,
where prad!cabfe, ti!fy PU Ihd tem@raV diwontinuance of sewice may W rsquiti. Where prior notice isnd pradcable
and the circumtiances warrant such adion, the telephone company may tam~rarily discontinue sewice immediately
In case of such tem~ra!y discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1) promptly notify You of such temporav
dlacontinuance, (2) afford vu the Oppotiunity to Corrxt the situation and (3) Inform you of your rightto bring a complalnt
to the Commission pursuant to prwedures set fotih in Subpati E of Pafl 66, FCC Rules and Regulations.
The telephone ampany may make changes in itscommunications facilities, equipment, Operations of procedures where
such atilon is required in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these
changes are expstied to affed the use or pedormance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give
you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted sewice
INTERFERENCE INFORMATION
This device complies with Pan 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment haa been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Claaa 8 digital device, pursuant to
Pan 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
intederence in a residential installation.
This equipment generatea, uses and can radiate radio fraquency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful intederence to radio communications. However, there IS
no guarantee that interference will not Wcur in a paticular installation.
If this equipment does cauae harmful intederence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user ia encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following meaaures:
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Reorient or relmate the rece!ving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the
interference).
. Reorient or rel~ate and iflc~eaae the separation beween the telecommunications equipment and receiving
antenna for radao or televlalon that IS “receiving” the tntederence).
● Conn%t the telmommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving
antenna ia connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radiolTV technician for help
If these meaaures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced
radioltelevision technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has
prepareda helpful bmklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio~ Interference Problems”. 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.
HEARING AID COMPATIBILITY
This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.
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