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Landline connection
In order to use your phone for landline calls, the base unit must be
placed near an RJ11C telephone jack.
You need an RJ11C type modular telephone jack, which might look
like the one shown in Figure 2, installed in your home. If you do not
have a modular jack, contact your telephone service provider to
AC power connection
You will need access to electrical AC power outlets for the base and handset charger.
The outlets should not be controlled by a wall switch, dimmer, or timer. The GE 31591
phone system will not function during a power failure/outage.
Skype account
To use Skype telephony via your phone you need a Skype account with a user name
and password.
With Skype, you can call for free when talking to other Skype users with Skype
accounts. You can buy Skype Credit to call non-Skype users on their phone numbers
For more information, refer to the About skype section on page 12.
IMPORTANT: Skype does not allow emergency calls. Such calls are always routed to the landline
connection. Therefore, you should not rely on Skype for emergency services. Alternative arrangements
should be made.
Wall plate
Modular
telephone
line jack
Figure 2
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