Southwestern Bell GH3210 User Manual
Southwestern Bell
Freedom Phone
2.4GHz
Cordless Dual Handset Telephone With Call Waiting Caller ID
GH3210 Owner’s Manual
T oll Free Helpline 1-800-366-0937
http://www.swbfreedomphone.com
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BA TTERIES...............................4
NAME OF CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS.................................5
FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW.....................................................9
INTRODUCTION
ABOUT GH3210........................................................................10
FEATURES............................................................................10
BOX CONTENTS.........................................................................11
PREP ARATION............................................................................11
OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS
DESK/T ABLE INSTALLATION......................................................12
EXTRA CHARGER INSTALLATION...............................................13
WALL MOUNTING.....................................................................14
HANDSET BATTERY CHARGING................................................15
HANDSETS ID REGISTRA TION..................................................16
SETUP HANDSET......................................................................17
TELEPHONE OPERATION.........................................................19
CALLER ID OPERA TION............................................................24
TROUBLE SHOOTING............................................................27
PRODUCT CARE.......................................................................29
SERVICE................................................................................30
LIMITED WARRANTY...............................................................31
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING YOUR TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK AND INJUR Y T O PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
1. Read and understand all instructions.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Unplug this product from the wall telephone jack and power outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool, or in a wet basement.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall,
causing serious damage.
6. Slots or openings in the cabinet and the back and bottom are provided for ventilation,
to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, or other similar
surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
7. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,consult your dealer or local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place this product where
the cord will be damaged by persons stepping on it.
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in fire or electric shock.
10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots, as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts. This could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product. Instead,when
service or repair work is required, take it to a qualified service technician.Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock when the appliance is subsequently used.
12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally, and proper operating instructions have
been followed, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f . If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
13. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
14. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
15. Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of
batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERIES
Safety Instructions for Batteries
Handset Battery Pack
CAUTION:
Use only a Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone approved battery pack in the handset of
your GH3210 Cordless Telephone. To reduce the risk of fire or injury, always do the
following when replacing, discarding or charging batteries. When handling the batteries,
be careful not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets,
and keys. The battery or conducting material may overheat and cause burns.
Use only the following type and size of battery pack:
FOR HANDSET UNIT :
GP60AAAH3BMX 3.6V600mAh, GPI International Ltd.
a. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
b. Do not attempt to open or mutilate the battery pack. The chemicals are danger
ous and may cause damage to the eyes or skin, and may be toxic if swallowed.
c. Follow the charging instructions outlined in this manual.
The EPA certified RBRC * Battery Recycling Seal on the Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery indicates that Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone Retail Sales is voluntarily
participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of
their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada.The RBRC
program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-MH batteries into the trash
or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8BATTERY for information on Ni-MH battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in
your area. Southwestern Bell Freedom Phone Retail Sales’s involvement in this program is part of our commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our
natural resources.
*RBRC is a trademark of the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation.
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NAME OF CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS
Handset Controls, Indicators
Receiver Volume
Control
-To adjust the receiver
volume level
-Caller ID Review buttons
-Memory scroll buttons
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Conference
conference allows threeway conversation
Program
program button to set
function
Mute button to temporarily
mute the microphone.
Keypad
Number buttons
Channel Button
Used to select another
channel for clearer
reception
Memory Button
Used to store or recall
numbers in memory
New Call Indicator
Flashes to indicate there
are calls that have not been
reviewed
Earpiece
LCD Display
Intercom/Transfer
Intercom/Transfer allows
the 2 handsets to communicate with each other
Redial/Pause button
Redials the last number or
adds a pause
Headset Jack
Talk button
Used to make or to
terminate calls
Flash Button
Used to access call
waiting(if available)
Delete Button
Used for deleting Caller
ID entries
Microphone
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NAME OF CONTROLS AND INDICATIONS
LCD Display Indicator
Low Battery
Indicator
Handset#1
Handset#2
Indicator
15-digit Number Line
Clock
15-character Text Line
Ringer-off
Indicator
Program
Indicator
Date
New Call/
Call Counter
MEMO
Indicator
Low battery Indicator Lights up to indicate when the battery needs charging.
Clock Shows the real time clock (AM/PM) format, or the time
stamp of a Caller ID record.
Ringer-off Indicator Lights up when ringer-off has been enabled.
Date Shows the date (MM/DD)format, or the date stamp of a
caller ID record.
Program Indicator Indicates that the handset is under Program mode
New Call/Call Counter Shows the amount of calls/new calls in standby mode.
When there is a new call that has not been reviewed,
the display will show “ NEW CAL” and the New Call
LED on the handset will blink.
Handset Indicator There are two handset indicators-“H1” and “H2”.The
currently used handset ID will be lit.
15-Digit Number Line Displays the caller’s number,or display your dialed
digits.
15-character Text Line Displays the caller’s name, call timer and system prompt
(such as “RINGING”,TALK” ).
Memo Indicator Lights up to indicate when Memory mode is being
used.
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Base Unit Controls and Indicators
Telephone Line
Connect the telephone line cord here
Page Button
Used to locate the
handset
Handset #2
Handset #1
DC In 9v DC 500mA
Connect AC adaptor(A) cord here
In Use/Charge LED
Lights when the handset is in
TALK mode or the handset is
on the cradle and the battery
is being charged.Flashes when
an incoming call is received.
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Charger Unit Controls and Indicators
DC In 9v DC 100mA
Connect AC adaptor(B) cord here
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Charger LED
Lights when the handset is
on the cradle and the battery
is being charged
FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by
the ACT A.On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information,
a product identifier in the format US:47GW902BGH3210US.If required, this number must
be provided to the telephone company .
An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment. This
equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring
using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instructions
for details.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a
telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing
in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not
exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a
line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company(For products
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approved after July 23,2001,the REN for this product is part of the product identifier that
has the format US: 47GW902BGH3210US.The digits represented by02 are the REN
without a decimal point(e.g.,03 is a REN of 0.3).For earlier products, the REN is separately shown on the label.
If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in
advance. But if advance notice isn’t practical, you will be notified as soon as possible.
You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your telephone
company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that
could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified
in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If you
experience trouble with this telephone equipment, disconnect from the network until
the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company.
Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs.
The USOC number of the registration jack for the equipment is RJ11C.
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: 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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to
nearby TV’s and VCR’s. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the
cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference
is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will
often reduce or eliminate the interference. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.
NOTICE: If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone
line,ensure the installation of this GH3210 does not disable your alarm equipment. If you
have questions about what will disable alarm equipment ,consult your telephone company or qualified installer .
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INTRODUCTION
About the GH3210
The GH3210 is a 2.4GHz Cordless Phone with Caller Identifier . It is designed and
engineered to exacting standards for reliability, long life, and outstanding
performance.
FEATURES
Caller ID (50 call data memory locations) with call waiting
40 Channels (auto or manual selection)
Conference / Intercom
10-Number One-touch Dial Memory
Direct dialing from caller list
Extended battery life
Digital security coding
The GH3210 features include AutoTalk and AutoStandby .
AutoTalk allows you to answer a call by just removing the Handset
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from the Base so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons or
flipping switches. AutoStandby allows you to hang up by simply
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returning the handset to the Base.The Ultra Clear Plus true compander
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circuitry virtually eliminates background noise.This innovative technology, together with 40 different channels, provides you with the best
possible reception during all your conversations.
TO PROTECT YOU AGAINST MISBILLED CALLS, THE GH3210 HAS
RANDOM CODE DIGIT AL SECURITY WHICH AUTOMATICALLY SELECTS ONE OF OVER 65,000 DIGIT AL SECURITY CODES FOR THE
HANDSET AND BASE UNIT. ALSO, THE AUTOSECURER FEATURE
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ELECTRONICALL Y LOCKS YOUR PHONE WHEN THE HANDSET IS
IN THE BASE. TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR GH3210, PLEASE
READ THIS OPERA TING GUIDE THOROUGHLY .
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