Thomson 2-1518A Users Manual

GE-21518XX-A BLUETOOTH TELEPHONE ADAPTOR USER'S GUIDE

EQUIPMENT APPROVAL INFORMATION

Rights of the Telephone Company

Should your equipment cause trouble on your 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. In case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must: (1) promptly notify you of 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 procedures set 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 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.

Notice: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority 10 operate the equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void user's authority to operate the device.

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Thomson Inc.

Model 21518

XXXXXXXX (Rev. X Dom E/S) XX-XX

Printed in China

101 West 103rd St.

Indianapolis, IN 46290-1102

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marca(s) Registrada(s)

INTERFERENCE INFORMATION

This device complies with Part 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 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.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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 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 (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).

• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and receiving antenna.

• Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.

If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Of-ce, W ashington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

Notice: The changes or modi-cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC RF R

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment . This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”

For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the belt clip supplied with this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

ADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT

THE LIGHTNING

WARNING: TO PREVEN T FIR E O R ELECT RICAL S HOC K HAZARD, DO NOT EX POSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOIS TU RE.

FLASH AND ARROW HEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” INS IDE THE PRODUCT.

CAU TION :

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

SE E MARKING ON B OTT OM / B AC K OF P RODUCT

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WI THIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Parts Checklist

Make sure your package includes the items shown here.

Telephone

line cord

Base

ELEPHONE JACK REQUIREMENTS

To use this phone, y ou need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack, which might look lik e the one pictur ed here, installed in your home. If you don’t hav e a modular jack , call your local phone company to -nd out how to get one installed.

MPORTANT INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

• Avoid sources of noise and heat , such as motors, fluor

escent lighting, micr

ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight.

• Avoid areas of excessiv e dust, moisture and low temperature.

• Avoid cordless telephones or personal computers.

• Never install 21518 wiring during a lightning storm.

• Never install telephone jacks in w et locations unless the jack is speci-cally designed for wet locations.

• Never touch non-insulated telephone wir es or terminals, unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the netw ork inter face.

• Use caution when installing or modif ying telephone lines.

AC power

adaptor

Modular

telephone

line jack

Wall plate

owave

BASE LAYOUT

Cell 1

Power

Cell 2

Installation

1. Chose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack (RJ11), and place GE-21518XX-A on a level surface, such as a desktop or tabletop.

2. Connect one end of telephone line cord it into GE-21518XX-A LINE jack and the other end into telephone wall jack.

3. Connect line cord of home phone to PHONE jack of GE-21518XX-A.

4. Plug AC power converter into electrical outlet and L plug into the power jack of 21518. 

5. Red LED of GE-21518XX-A will be on.

Pair and Connect

GE-21518XX-A supports a maximum of two Bluetooth phone devices. 

1) Press and hold CELL 1 button until LED flashing, GE-21518XX-A is entered to pairing mode. To stop pairing, press CELL 1 again.

2) Refer to instruction manual of cell phone on proper procedure to add and pair a new device.

3) Use the number keys to enter the default PIN 0000 on Bluetooth cell phone device. When the device is paired and connected successfully, CELL 1 LED of GE-21518XX-A will be on continuously. To pair and connect the other cell phone with GE-21518XX-A, use CELL 2 button with same procedure as above.

Disconnect

Press and release CELL 1button, CELL 1 LED will be off, GE-21518XX-A will disconnect cell 1 with cell phone. Press CELL 1 again, cell 1 connection will be resumed.  To disconnect cell 2, use CELL 2 button with same procedure as above.

Cancel pairing

Press and hold CELL 1 button for 5 seconds to cancel cell 1 pairing, CELL 1 LED will be off. To cancel cell 2 pairing, use CELL 2 button with same procedure as above.

Making A Call Via Telephone Line

Pick up handset of land phone, a dial tone will be heard. Dial the desire number.  If telephone line is unplugged or in-used by other phones, three beep warning tone will be heard. If you want to mark call via cell, refer below.

Making A Call Via Cell

Pick up handset of land phone, a dial tone will be heard (If telephone line is unplugged or in-used by other phones, three beep warning tone will be heard). Dial *1# (or *2#) following the desire number then # to make call via cell 1 (or cell2). 

Answering A Call

Pick up handset of land phone.

Parallel Phone Operationc

If telephone line is in-used by other phone, pick up handset of land phone, three beep warning tone will be heard, dial *0# to connect land phone with telephone line for parallel phone operation.

Trouble Shooting Guide

No dial tone  * Ensure the AC adapter is plug in to a working electrical outlet. * Check and repeat installation steps: Ensure the AC adapter is plug in to a working electrical outlet. Ensure the telephone line cord is connected to the LINE jack of GE-21518XX-A and the wall jack. * Connect another phone to same wall jack, if there is still no dial tone, the problem might be your wiring or local service.　　　 You experience static, noise, or fading and out * The CELL phone may be out of range from GE-21518XX-A. Move it to a distance of 2 feet to 10 feet from GE-21518XX-A. * The CELL phone may be too closely from GE-21518XX-A. . Move it to a distance of 2 feet to 10 feet from GE-21518XX-A. * Make sure GE-21518XX-A is not plugged into an outlet with another household appliance. If necessary, relocate GE-21518XX-A. * The CELL phone may be too closely from home phone. Move it to a distance of 2 feet to 10 feet from home phone. Unit lock up * Unplug the AC power adapter from the wall outlet and back of unit. Wait for 5 seconds and plug the power adapter back into the unit and wall outlet.

CAUSES OF POOR RECEPTION

• Aluminum siding.

• Foil backing on insulation.

• Heating ducts and other metal construction that can shield radio signals.

• You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves, stoves, computers, etc.

• Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.

• Unit is installed in the basement or low er oor of the house.

• Unit is plugged into A C outlet with other electronic devices.

GENERAL PRODUCT CARE

To keep your unit working and looking good, follow these guidelines:

• Clean the unit with a soft cloth.

• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder because this will damage the -nish.

• Retain the original packaging, if need to ship the phone at a later date arises.

WARRANTY ASSISTANCE

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for warranty information, please contact customer service at 1-800-448-0329. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may require that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

Any unauthorized repairs, changes or modi-cations not expr essly approved by Thomson Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product. For instructions on how to obtain a replacement unit, 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 Relations P O Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206

Attach your sales receipt to this 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.

Purchase date Name of store

LIMITED WARRANTY

What 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 -r st rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental -rm, whichev er comes -r st.)

What we will do:

• Provide you with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit. The exchange unit is under 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 provided with the product. We recommend using the original carton and packing materials.

• ”Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period, must be presented to obtain warranty service.”

For rental -rms, pr oof of -r st rental is also r equired. Also print y our name and addr ess and a description of the defect . Send via standar d UPS or its equiv alent to:

Thomson Inc.

11721 B Alameda Ave. Socorro, Texas 79927

• Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson Inc. accepts no liability in case of damage or loss.

• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to y ou freight prepaid.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instr uction. (Y our Owner’s Manual provides information r egarding operating instructions and user contr ols. Any additional information, should be obtained fr om your dealer.)

• Installation and setup ser vice adjustments.

• Batteries.

• Damage from misuse or neglect .

• Products which have been modi-ed or incorporated into other pr oducts.

• Products purchased or ser viced outside the US A.

• Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

• Please complete and mail the Pr oduct Registration Car d packed with your unit . It will mak e it easier to contact y ou should it ev er be necessar y. The return of the car d is not r equired for warranty cov erage.

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 OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.

• REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. THOMSON INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF 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.

• This warranty gives you speci-c legal rights, and y ou also may have other rights that vary from state to state.

If you purchased your product outside the USA:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.