Customer Reviews
InstaJack Works Just Fine 
2007-05-22
I've owned InstaJack setups twice in my life, and have never experienced any problem with them. The tech info specifically states the units work by sending signals over your AC electrical lines, not by infrared or line of sight - at least not with the units I have purchased. I've never had any problem with distance or "corners." I'm using it now on my all-in-one fax/copy/scanner. I do have to turn off my phone answering machine on the main line, but I use the fax seldom and this doesn't present a problem to me. My house is relatively new but the phone jacks are not active in every room, although they are present. InstaJack solves the "phone company install-activation" problem at over $60 per jack (robbery!). After plug-in is completed, press the reset button on the main (two-input) unit first - a green light comes on. Then go to the second unit (one input) and press the reset button there. This green light will blink, signifying it has connected with the main unit and is OK. Everythings works from that point forward - it's that simple. It's been my experience that "noise" over a phone line is interference generated by a number of sources, such as fluorescent lights, wall wart transformers, or unshielded electrical items. Try to ensure your InstaJack is plugged into a dedicated circuit and not with a bunch of other stuff - also note how close it may be to anything that can generate interference. Otherwise, I'm perfectly satisfied with my units.
Does not work with DirecTV Tivo 
2005-07-11
I purchased this item hoping I could use it to get my DirecTivo talking with the mother-ship again after I moved to a new house that had no phone jacks near the TV area. I followed the simple instructions to set it up and was able to get a dial tone (with little to no static), but the DirecTV Tivo failed to connect every time it dialed in. A quick call to the DirecTV support people revealed that this unit is not compatible with their service. In fact, only 3 wireless phone jack replicators are. One of them is the Belkin F8V1027, also available from Amazon (ASIN: B0000CG4GF -- Amazon used to have a way to recommend items instead of this one, but I can't find it now, so plug the ASIN into Amazon's search and you should get the item).
I'd recommend that you buy the Belkin version even if you're not using it for DirecTV. The Belkin version is less expensive and provides superior functionality. Specifically, it's Caller ID compatible, whereas the GE version is not (the GE works with Caller ID phones, but does not display the incoming numbers). So, save some bucks, and get a better product: buy the Belkin.
Simple Install, Zero Problems 2005-01-10
Bought this unit specifically for use with a TIVO unit I had recently installed. Followed the instructions that accompanied the unit and it worked immediately. I've never had a problem with it and have been using it now for several months.
No Problems 2004-12-13
I have had this item for 3 years and have never had any problems. setup was as easy as plugging it in. I have had it connected to phones, modems and currently a Tivo. No problems with any devices, a great product.
works great for my Tivo 2004-12-07
I've had this unit for about 5 years and have never had a problem. I had to write because I saw all the bad reviews and wanted to tell of my great experience. I have the Instajack upstairs and my Tivo is downstairs. The connection has never failed to my knowledge, the call is made nightly. I am about to buy the extension unit - hope it works!
InstaJack 2008-04-28
The GE Instajack worked perfectly as a remote location for telephone service where I could not run a regular telephone extension plug.
Does not work with Direct TV !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
2008-03-26
I bought this thing because I needed a jack in my bedroom for Direct TV. it DOES NOT work with Direct TV!!! the package says it does but it does not.
Its easier and cheaper to run wire and drill a hole or two if needed rather than fuss with this thing.
Dont be fooled by this thing. IT DOES NOT WORK WITH DIRECT TV.
GE Model TL96595 Instajack for Phones 2008-02-23
We recently canceled our local telephone service, which was around $45 monthly. The only features we had was Caller ID and no long distance service, and we use our cell service for long distance. Our ISP recently offered "LightPhone" to its high-speed Internet subscribers. This created a problem because there was not a telephone jack in our computer room. And since we have cordless 2.4GHZ Digital spread-spectrum telephones, the Instajack solved the problem. Simply by installing a two-line splitter in the telephone port of the LinkSys phone adapter, I was able to plug in the extension unit near our computer, and installed the base unit downstairs in the family room. Actually, we solved two problems. Problem #1 was no jack in the computer room upstairs. Problem solved. Problem #2 is that our digital satellite TV downstairs in the family room needs to be connected to a telephone line, so that's why we installed the Instajack base unit near the television set in the family room. Otherwise, DishNetwork would have charged us a monthly programming fee had the TV not been connected to a telephone line. No static on the telephone line, just crisp, clear digital wireless telephone service. We're happy because our land-line telephone service was costing around $46 per month, with no long distance, and no features other than Caller ID. Now our telephone service is full featured, i.e., long distance service to the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Also, Caller ID, Voice Mail, speed dial, etc., etc., all for only $14.95 monthly.
Without the GE TL96595 InstaJack, all this would not have been possible.
I would recommend the InstaJack to anyone who needs a telephone jack. Why get ripped off by the telephone company? You can do it yourself with no problem. I'm a happy camper!
Vertical mount ONLY! 
2008-02-03
I had intermittent connection problem at first when the transmitter unit was sitting level on a power strip. However, as soon as I plugged the transmitter vertically to the wall, the connection became stable. I figure this is due to when the unit is mounted vertically, the radio wave covers most of the floor. However, if it sits level, then the radio wave actually goes into the ceiling and the floor. After all, many antennas out there are directional!
Maybe I got a bad one but...... 2007-06-10
Just bought this product today for pure phone use. I plugged the main unit in an outlet and ran the phone cord. I then put the extension unit in another room and plugged in the phone. It worked perfectly! About 30 minutes later I went to use the phone and there was no dial tone. I did the reset, etc. The troubleshooting guide said that this could be caused by the phones being to far from each other. To test this I moved the extension unit to an outlet very close to the main unit. At first it worked. But then again after a few minutes no dial tome again. Both units have a solid red light. Right now its packed back up and will be returned to Target tomorrow. If you buy it I hope your luck is better than mine.
