GE 25846ee1 User Guide

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.
•  When you hear the call waiting beep in the handset receiver, press the FLASH/PROG 

button to put the current call on hold and answer the incoming call. Press FLASH/

PROG again to return to the original call.

When you receive a call, the Caller ID information is transmitted between the first and 

second ring. The Caller ID information appears on the display while the phone rings, 

giving you a chance to monitor the information and decide whether or not to answer 

the call.

If you are not at home or cannot answer, your telephone’s Caller ID memory stores the 

data for the 40 most recent calls you received so you can see who called while you 

were unavailable. When the 41st call is received, the oldest Caller ID record (1st call) is 

automatically deleted.
You may review the stored information at any time. Calls received since your last review 

show as 

NEW in the display. Calls that have not been previously reviewed but were 

received from the same number more than once show as 

REPT in the display.

As calls are received and stored, the display is updated to let you know how many calls 

have been received. To scroll CID records:
1.  Make sure the phone is 

OFF (not in talk mode).

2.  Press the CALLER ID/VOL (-) button to review the newest CID record.
3.  Press the CALLER ID/VOL (+) button to review the oldest CID record first.

1.  Make sure the phone is 

OFF (not in talk mode). 

2.  Use the  CALLER ID/VOL (- or +)  button to display the desired record. 
3.  Press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button. The number dials automatically.

2.  Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the TEL LINE jack on the bottom of the 

base and the other end into a modular jack.

3.  Plug the AC power converter into the electrical outlet and the DC connector into the 

jack on the bottom of the base.

4.  S

et the RINGER switch (on the handset) to 

ON, and place the handset in the base 

cradle. The charge/in use indicator turns on, verifying the battery is charging. 

5.  Allow the phone to charge for 16 hours prior to first use. If you don’t properly charge 

the phone, battery performance is compromised. 

 

Slip the mounting holes (on the back of the base) over the wall plate posts and slide the 

unit down into place. (Wall plate not included.)

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. The indicator blinks 

when you have new messages.

The default voice prompt language is English.
To change the answering system’s voice prompt language, press and hold the SKIP 

button for two seconds. The unit announces 

“SELECCIONADO ESPANOL” (Spanish 

selected).

for 2 seconds. The unit announces “ENGLISH SELECTED”.
NOTE: In remote access mode, the system follows the selected 

1.  Make sure the answering system is 

ON.

2.  Press and hold the day/check button on the base to set the day of the week.
3.  Press and hold the hour button on the base to set the hour (a.m. or p.m.). Example: 

12AM, 1AM, or 12PM, 1PM.

4.  Press and hold the min button on the base to set the minute. The time advances in 

5-minute intervals, or tap and release to advance in 1 minute intervals.

Use the VOLUME (- / +) buttons to adjust speaker volume on the  

base to a comfortable level. L1 is the minimum speaker volume and L8 is the 

maximum.

To use this phone, you need an RJ11C type modular telephone 

jack, which might look like the one pictured here, installed in 

your home. If you don’t have a modular jack, call your local 

phone company to find out how to get one installed.

Your cordless phone uses a digital security system to protect against false ringing, 

unauthorized access, and charges to your phone line

•  Avoid sources of noise and heat, such as motors, fluorescent lighting, microwave 

ovens, heating appliances and direct sunlight.

•   Avoid areas of excessive dust, moisture and low temperature.
•   Avoid other cordless telephones or personal computers.
•  Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•  Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically 

designed for wet locations.

•  Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals, unless the telephone line 

has been disconnected at the network interface.

•  Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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.

US Number is located on the cabinet bottom

REN number is located on the cabinet bottom

For best results when recording, you should be about nine inches from the microphone, 

and eliminate as much background noise as possible.
1.  Make sure the answering system is 

ON.

2.  Press and hold the announce button on the base.
3.  Begin speaking after you hear the beep.
4.  Release the button when you finish your announcement.

Sample Outgoing Announcement
Hi, this is (use your name here), I can’t answer the phone right now, so please leave your 

Press and release the ANNOUNCE button to review your outgoing announcement.

Use the RINGS TO ANSWER switch on the bottom of the base to set the number of 

times you want the phone to ring before the answering system answers the call. You 

may choose 3 rings, 5 rings, or TOLL SAVER (TS).

There are four programmable menus available on the handset: Language, Local Area 

Code, Ringer  Tone and Factory Default. When you program these settings, make sure 

the phone is 

OFF (not in talk mode).

1.  Press the FLASH/PROG button on the handset until 1 ENG 2 FRA 3 ESP shows in the 

display.

2.  Use the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons on the handset or the handset touch-tone 

pad to select 1, 2, or 3.

3.  Press the FLASH/PROG button again.

1.  Press the FLASH/PROG button until AREA CODE - - -  shows in the display. The default 

is - - -.

2.  Use the handset touch-tone pad to enter the area code.  
3.  Press the FLASH/PROG button again.

CHAN when AREA CODE shows in the display.

1.  Press the FLASH/PROG button until RINGER TONE > 1 shows in the display. The 

default ringer tone is 1.

2.  Use the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons on the handset or the handset touch-tone 

pad to select 1, 2, or 3.

3. Press the FLASH/PROG button again. You will hear a confirmation tone.

As you become familiar with this system, you may prefer to use the system’s original 

settings. Follow the steps below to return to the factory default settings.
1.  Press the FLASH/PROG button until DEFAULT shows in the display.  

The default is NO.

2. Use the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons to select YES or NO.
3. Press the FLASH/PROG button again. You will hear a confirmation tone.

NOTE: The default settings are ENGLISH, AREA CODE - - -, and RINGER 

return to the standby screen. 

1.  Pick up the handset, and press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button.
2.  When you hear a dial tone, dial a telephone number.
3.  When finished, press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button again to hang up.
 

OR

1.  Dial the phone number first, then press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button.
2.  When finished, press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button again to hang up.

1.  Pick up the handset, and press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button.

2.  When finished, place the handset back in the cradle, or press the TALK/END/

CALL BACK button again.

When the handset is 

ON (in TALK mode), the charge/in use indicator on the base is lit. 

During an incoming call, the charge/in use indicator on the base flashes.

1.  Press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button on the hands et.
2.  Press the REDIAL button to redial the last number you called (up to 32 digits). If you 

get a busy signal, and want to keep dialing the number, press REDIAL to dial the 

number directly.

Use the FLASH/PROG button on the handset to activate custom calling services, such 

as call waiting or call transfer, which are available through your local phone company.

When the phone is 

ON, press the CALLER ID/VOL (- or +) buttons to adjust the volume of 

the handset’s earpiece to a comfortable listening level.
 There are four settings to choose from. VOL 1 is the minimum volume level and VOL 4 

is the maximum.

Press the *EXIT button on the handset to exit a menu function and return to the 

standby screen.

Use the MUTE button during a phone conversation to speak privately and off-line with 

a third party.
1.  Press the MUTE button on the handset. The TALK/END/CALL BACK button flashes,  

MUTE shows in the display, and the party on the telephone cannot hear your 

external conversation.

2.  Press MUTE when finished.

The handset ringer switch may be set to 

ON or OFF. If the switch is off, the unit does 

not ring.

2  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.

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.
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 Office, Washington, D.C. 

20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

This telephone system meets FCC standards for Hearing Aid Compatibility.

Licensed under US Patent 6,427,009

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.

10330 North Meridian Street

Indianapolis, IN 46290

© 

2006

 ATLINKS USA, Inc. 

Trademark(s) ® Registered

Marca(s) Registrada(s)

Model 

25846

 

00008219

 (Rev. 0 Dom E) 

06-02 

Printed in China

Make sure your package includes the items shown here.

This feature helps locate a misplaced handset.
1.  Press the PAGE button on the base. The handset beeps for two minutes, and PAGING 

shows on the handset’s display.

2.  To cancel the page press the TALK/END/CALL BACK button on the handset or the 

PAGE button on the base.

This unit receives and displays information transmitted by your local phone company. 

This information can include the phone number, date, and time; or the name, phone 

number, date, and time. 

 

SKIP  

4.  Insert the battery pack.
5.  Close the battery compartment by pushing the door up until it snaps into place.

1.  Choose an area near an electrical outlet and a telephone wall jack (RJ11C), and 

place  your cordless telephone on a level surface, such as a desktop or tabletop, or 

you may mount it on the wall

SKIP  

 

hour (button)

1. Locate battery and battery door which are packaged together inside a plastic bag 

and are separate from the handset.

2.  Locate the battery compartment on the back of the handset.
3.  Plug the battery pack cord into the jack inside  the compartment.