GX2401c U.S. I/B version 09050A-1 GX2401c Congratulations on your selection of the GX2401c from AUdiovox®. This quality 2.4GHz cordless telephone with Caller ID and Call Waiting, like all Audiovox® products, has been designed to give you many years of continuous service OWNER'S MANUAL#GX2401cVER.09050A-1 PAGE: 0 English version GX2401c I/B version 09050A-1 and represents the best value for your money. It requires little maintenance and is easy to setup and operate. IMPORTANT SERVICE INFORMATION Read this manual before attempting to setup or use this instrument. It contains important information regarding safe installation and use. Keep this manual for future reference. Also save the carton, packing and proof of purchase to simplify and accelerate any needed action. If you need assistance or service, call (800) 229-1235 between 9:00a.m. & 5:00p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Mon. ­ Fri. You can also visit our web site at: http://www.audiovox.com for technical support and information on our other products. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or any type of excess moisture. If accidentally dropped into water, the adapter should immediately be unplugged from the wall along with the telephone line cord. THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER OF THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. CARTON CONTENTS HANDSET BASE UNIT RECHARGEABLE Ni-Cd BATTERY PACK ADAPTER (DC9V, 300mA) TELEPHONE LINE WALL MOUNT CORD BRACKET BELT CLIP 1 09050A-1 OWNER'S MANUAL#GX2401c VER.09050A-1 PAGE: 1 English version GX2401c I/B version 09050A-1 (Short & Long) USER'S MANUAL ACCESSORY ORDER FORM SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to 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 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 bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. 5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet at the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. 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 locate this product where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it. 9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of 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 that could result in a risk of 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, but take it to a qualified service contractor when some service or repair work is required. 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 by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustments 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. 09050A-1 2 OWNER'S MANUAL#GX2401c VER.09050A-1 PAGE: 2 English version GX2401c I/B version 09050A-1 F. 13. 14. If the product exhibits a distinctive change in performance. Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. The RBRCTM Seal TM The RBRCTM Seal on the (easily removable) Nickel-Cadmium battery (contained in your product) indicates that Audiovox Communications Corp. (Audiovox) is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives. When taken out of service within the United States, the RBRCTM program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Nickel-Cadmium batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which is illegal in some areas. Audivox's participation in RBRCTM makes it easy for you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers of replacement Nickel-Cadmium batteries, or at authorized AUDIOVOX's product service centers. You may also contact your local recycling center for information on where to return the spent battery. Please call 1-800-8BATTERY for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling in your area. AUDIOVOX's involvement in this program is part of its commitment in protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. Detach the battery compartment cover on the handset. Then, remove the Nickel-Cadmium battery pack. RBRCTM is a trademark of Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTION CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions: 1. Use only the following type and size of handset battery pack: Cordless Telephone Battery Pack DC3.6V, 850mAh, Ni-Cd Battery Pack Model No.: BT2400 2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions. 3. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed. 4. Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to short the battery with conducting material such as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns. 5. Recharge only the battery provided with or identified for use with this product. The battery may leak corrosive electrolyte or explode if it is not the correct type. 6. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery provided with or identified for use with this product by heating them. Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin. 7. When inserting the batteries into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be observed. Reverse insertion of batteries can cause charging that may result in leakage or explosion. 8. Remove the batteries from this product if the product will not be used for a long period of time (several months or more) since during this time the battery could leak in the product. 9. Do not store this product, or the battery provided with or identified for use with this product, in high-temperature areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for the purpose of extending shelf life should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after cold storage. 3 09050A-1 OWNER'S MANUAL#GX2401c VER.09050A-1 PAGE: 3 English version GX2401c I/B version 09050A-1 10. Disconnect telephone lines before installing batteries. FCC / IC NOTICE This equipment complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules for the United States. It also complies with regulations RSS210 and CS-03 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. A label is located on the underside of the Base Unit containing either the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) or the IC registration number and Load Number. You must, upon request, provide this information to your local telephone company. This equipment is compatible with inductively coupled hearing aids. Should you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, please contact: AUDIOVOX COMMUNICATIONS CORP. SERVICE DEPARTMENT at (800) 229-1235. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the line network until the problem has been corrected. FCC Part 15 WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliances could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 on and off, the user is encouraged to try and 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 to an outlet or on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Part 68 The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C, RJ11W, or RJ14). Your telephone company may discontinue your service if your equipment causes harm to the telephone network. They will notify you in advance of disconnection, if possible. During notification, you will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Occasionally, your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operation, or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment. If so, you will be given advanced notice of the change to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service. The Base Unit contains no user serviceable parts. The Handset contains a user replaceable battery. If it is determined that your telephone equipment is malfunctioning, the FCC requires that it not be used and that it be unplugged from the modular jack until the problem has been corrected. Repairs to this telephone equipment can only be made by the manufacturer or its authorized agents or by others who may be authorized by the FCC. For repair procedures, follow the instructions outlined under the AUDIOVOX Limited Warranty. 09050A-1 4 OWNER'S MANUAL#GX2401c VER.09050A-1 PAGE: 4 English version GX2401c I/B version 09050A-1 This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the Phone Company or Party Lines. The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still enable the devices to ring when you receive a call. The general rule is that the REN value should not exceed 5.0A total: however, contact your local telephone company for the specific number in your area. IC (Industry Canada) This telephone is registered for use in Canada. NOTICE: The REN assigned to this device denotes the number of devices you may connect to the telephone loop which is used by the device to prevent overloading. The termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices subjected only to the requirement that the sum of the REN does not exceed five (5.0). NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment mu ...