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GE 29897GE1 User Manual

GE 29897GE1
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Model 29897
Digital Answerer with
Call Waiting Caller ID and
Speakerphone Telephone
User’s Guide

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GE 29897GE1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
Model29897GE1
CategoryTelephone
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Equipment Approval Information

Notification to the Local Telephone Company

Information required for connecting equipment to the telephone network and REN details.

Rights of the Telephone Company

Explains the telephone company's rights and procedures in case of network issues.

Interference Information

Hearing Aid Compatibility

Licensing

Introduction

Before You Begin

Parts Checklist

Lists all components included in the product package for verification.

Telephone Jack Requirements

Specifies the need for an RJ11C modular telephone jack for operation.

Important Installation Information

Crucial safety guidelines and precautions for installing telephone wiring and equipment.

Installing the Phone

Base Layout

Identifies and explains the function of each button and indicator on the phone's base.

Desktop Installation

Instructions for placing the phone on a desk and connecting its components.

Wall Mounting the Phone

Detailed steps for mounting the telephone unit securely onto a wall.

Important Instructions for Moving the Answerer

Guidance on safely disconnecting, relocating, and reconnecting the answering system.

Answering System Set Up

Recording the Greeting

Instructions on how to record a personalized greeting for incoming calls.

Telephone Set Up

Setting the Display Contrast

Adjusts the screen's contrast for improved readability of the display.

Setting the Time and Date

Procedure for manually setting the current time and date on the phone's display.

Setting Your Local Area Code

Configures the phone's local area code for proper Caller ID number formatting.

Setting the Incoming Message Length

Determines the maximum duration allowed for each incoming voice message.

Setting the Rings to Answer

Configures the number of rings before the answering system picks up a call.

Toll Saver Feature

Optimizes call costs when accessing messages remotely by adjusting ring-to-answer timing.

Setting the Security Code

Establishes a PIN for accessing the answering system remotely.

Setting the Dialing Mode

Selects between tone (DTMF) or pulse (rotary) dialing for network compatibility.

Setting the Regional Area Codes

Enters area codes to correctly display and dial numbers received via Caller ID.

Telephone Operation

Volume Controls

Adjusts message, ringer, handset, and speakerphone listening volumes.

Speakerphone Operation

Guidance on using the speakerphone, including location and usage tips.

Receiving a Phone Call

Details how to answer incoming calls using the handset or speakerphone.

Placing a Phone Call

Instructions for initiating outgoing calls using the handset or speakerphone.

Switching between Speaker and Handset

Enables seamless transitions between using the handset and speakerphone during calls.

Temporary Tone Dialing

Allows temporary use of tone dialing on pulse-only phone lines for service access.

Flash Function

Utilizes the FLASH button for call waiting, transfer, and other network services.

Redial Feature

Redials the last dialed telephone number for quick re-connection.

Mute Function

Temporarily silences the microphone during a call to prevent the other party from hearing you.

Answerer Operation

Call Answering

Explains how the unit answers calls and the options available during an incoming call.

Auto Disconnect Feature

Automatically stops greeting or recording when an extension phone is picked up.

Playing Messages

Guides on how to listen to recorded messages, including new and old messages.

Erase Messages

Procedures for deleting single messages or all messages from memory.

Leaving a Memo

Allows users to record short messages for other users of the phone.

Memory Full Indicator

Describes the system's response and user action when the message memory is full.

Remote Access

Remote Access Commands

Lists the codes and commands used to control the answering system remotely.

Caller ID Features

Summary Screen Display

Shows recent calls, including number, name, date, and time.

Caller ID with Call Waiting

Details how to handle incoming calls while already on a call, using Caller ID information.

Receiving and Storing Calls

Describes how the unit receives, displays, and stores incoming call information.

Reviewing Call Records

Instructions on navigating through the stored list of incoming calls.

Erasing Caller ID Info

Methods for deleting individual or all Caller ID records from the phone's memory.

Dialing Back

Enables direct dialing of numbers from the Caller ID records.

Memory Management

Storing a Number in Memory

Step-by-step guide for saving phone numbers and names into the phone's memory.

Storing Caller ID Records

Allows saving Caller ID information directly into the phone's memory for later use.

Inserting a Pause in Dialing Sequence

Adds delays in stored numbers for accessing different phone systems or tones.

Changing a Stored Number

Procedure for modifying existing phone numbers and associated names in memory.

Dialing a Stored Number

Instructions for retrieving and dialing numbers saved in the phone's memory.

Dialing a Quick Dial Number

Enables quick dialing of frequently used numbers using dedicated memory buttons.

Reviewing Stored Numbers

Guides on browsing through all saved numbers in the phone's memory.

Chain Dialing from Memory

Facilitates dialing complex sequences, like calling card numbers, from stored memory.

Message Indicators

Explains special messages and icons displayed on the phone indicating call status.

Troubleshooting Guide

Telephone Solutions

Troubleshooting steps for issues related to dialing, ringing, and audio quality.

Answerer Solutions

Resolutions for problems with the answering system not working or messages being incomplete.

General Product Care

Service Information

Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Service

Outlines what the warranty covers, how to obtain service, and exclusions.

Product Registration

Instructions for registering the product for easier future contact and service.

Limitation of Warranty

Specifies warranty disclaimers, limitations on liability, and governing law.

State Law and Warranty Rights

Explains how state laws affect warranty rights and consumer protections.

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