AT&T MDW 9000 Installation Manual
AT&T
TransTalk™ 9000
Digital Wireless System
MDW 9000 Wireless Telephone
Installation
Copyright © 1995 AT&T
All Rights Reserved
Printed in U.S.A.
AT&T 503-801-131
Issue 1
September 1995
Notice
Every effort was made to ensure that the information in this booklet was
complete and accurate at the time of printing. However, information is
subject to change. The pictures in this booklet are for illustrative purposes
only; your actual hardware may look slightly different.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Information
For details, see “Regulatory Information.”
Security
Toll fraud, the unauthorized use of your telecommunications system by an
unauthorized party (for example, persons other than your company’s
employees, agents, subcontractors, or persons working on your company’s
behalf) can result in substantial additional charges for your telecommunications services. You are responsible for the security of your system. There
may be a risk of toll fraud associated with your telecommunications system.
You are responsible for programming and configuring your equipment to
prevent unauthorized use. Your system administrator should read all
documents provided with this product to fully understand the features that
can introduce the risk of toll fraud and the steps that can be taken to reduce
that risk. AT&T does not warrant that this product is immune from or will
prevent unauthorized use of common-carrier telecommunication services or
facilities accessed through or connected to it. AT&T will not be responsible
for any charges that result from such unauthorized use.
Trademarks
TransTalk is a trademark of AT&T and PARTNER, MERLIN, MERLIN LEGEND,
DEFINITY and SYSTIMAX are registered trademarks of AT&T. Supra is a
registered trademark of Plantronics, Inc.
Warranty
AT&T provides a limited warranty for this product; see “AT&T Limited Warranty.”
Ordering Information
The order number for this booklet is 503-801-131. The order number for the
MDW 9000 Wireless Telephone Quick Reference is 503-801-132. To order
additional copies of these reference materials, call 1 800 457-1235 or
1 317 361-5353. To order parts and accessories, see “Ordering Replacement & Optional Parts.”
Customer Support
In the continental U.S., call 1 800 628-2888 if you need assistance when
using your wireless phone with a PARTNER, MERLIN, or MERLIN LEGEND
system. For all other systems, follow the procedure you normally use to get
support for your communications system.
Outside the continental U.S., contact your AT&T Representative or local
Authorized Dealer.
Contents
Introduction
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Privacy Information
■
Roadmap
■
Safety Information
Parts List
■
Additional Parts
Key Components
Installation
■
Important Safety Instructions
■
Additional Safety Instructions for Installation Personnel
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Positioning a Single Radio Module or the Carrier Assembly
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Installing a Single Radio Module
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Installing the Carrier Assembly on a Wall
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Installing the Carrier Assembly on a Shelf or Desk
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Removing a Radio Module from the Carrier Assembly
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2
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3
4
5
6
8
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11
12
14
16
20
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Moving or Installing New Radio Modules in the
Carrier Assembly
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Swapping Extensions
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Installation Self-Test
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Positioning the Battery Charger
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Installing the Battery Charger
■
Inserting and Removing the Handset’s Battery Pack
Testing the Handset: Local Test Mode
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Wireless Test Mode
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Filling Out Labels
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26
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27
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The MDW 9000 Battery Charger
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Charger Features
■
Battery Charger LEDs
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Proper Battery Pack Usage
Low Battery Indicator
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Inserting a Spare Battery Pack into the Battery Charger
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Removing a Spare Battery Pack from the Battery Charger
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Extending Battery Life
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Handset Range Indicators
Using the Carrying Holster
Headsets
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Using Headsets
MDW 9000 Compatibility
Entering Station Programming Mode
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Programming System Features
Maintaining Your MDW 9000
Ordering Replacement & Optional Parts
AT&T Limited Warranty and
Limitation of Liability
Repair Information
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Regulatory Information
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FCC Part 15 Rules
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IC RSS-210 Compliance
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Hearing Aid Compatibility
Specifications
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Index
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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new TransTalk™ 9000 Digital
Wireless System
Multi-line Digital Wireless. This product was designed to AT&T's high
standards for innovation, reliability, and convenience.
The phone is wireless; the telephone line cord to the phone was
eliminated. This provides flexibility, so that you may not require
additional telephone wiring when moving into a new building, or
changing the phone’s location in an existing building. The phone
can be located as required. All you need is an electrical outlet, and a
test check to make sure that the handset is in range of its matching
radio module.
The phone is portable, so there is no handset cord. This portability
enables you to move about your work area or home with freedom,
without giving up the features of a corded phone.
MDW 9000 Wireless Telephone.
MDW stands for
The
handset
battery charger
can be used only with the radio module packaged with the handset.
The handset and the radio module each have the same unique
security code to identify the matching pair.
AT&T provides built-in and secure automatic registration between the
handset and radio module, so that your system is ready to use after
powering up.
A carrier assembly (also known as a backplane) is required when
between 2 and 6 wireless phones are used within the same area
of coverage. This unit synchronizes the radio signals and ensures
proper operation of multiple phones. The radio modules are placed
in the carrier assembly.
As a special feature, a spare battery pack can be stored in the battery
charger, allowing for extended phone usage. For convenience, a head-
set can be connected to the phone to allow hands-free conversation.
This booklet describes MDW 9000 telephone installation. Also
included with the phone is a Quick Reference that contains information about displays, controls, compatibility, and troubleshooting.
communicates through a matching
where the handset sits for charging. Each handset
radio module,
not the
1
After you have installed your MDW 9000 phone and understand the
handset controls and displays, use the programming and call
handling instructions that come with your communications system;
follow the user instructions for the phone type identified below:
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PARTNER® systems: the MLC-6 Cordless Telephone; the MDW 9000
is fully compatible with the PARTNER family of communications
systems.
NOTE:
Carefully note the functional differences listed in “MDW 9000
Compatibility” later in this booklet for the following systems.
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MERLIN®, MERLIN Plus, and MERLIN II systems: a 5–button phone.
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MERLIN LEGEND® systems: a 10–button ATL set.
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System 25: a 10–button ATL set.
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System 75, System 85, and DEFINITY® systems*: a 7303s set.
Privacy Information
The MDW 9000 phone is designed to protect the privacy and security of your voice conversation. The set uses continuously changing
radio frequencies and digital encoding techniques to make it impossible for eavesdropping to occur through the use of commercially
available analog radio scanners.
Roadmap
When installing an MDW 9000 phone, it is recommended that you
read the sections of this booklet in the following order:
1. “Important Safety Instructions” and “Additional Safety Instructions
for Installation Personnel”
2.
“Positioning a Single Radio Module or the Carrier Assembly”
* For DEFINITY G3V3 systems, you can administer the system for the .
MDW 9000 telephone (rather than a 7303s set) and follow the user’s
instructions in the MDW 9000 Wireless Telephone User’s Guide, order
number 555-230-768.
2
3.
Choose one of the following sections:
■ If you are installing one MDW 9000 phone:
- “Installing a Single Radio Module”
■ If you are installing 2 to 6 MDW 9000 phones, either:
- “Installing the Carrier Assembly on a Wall” or
- “Installing the Carrier Assembly on a Shelf or Desk”
“Installation Self-Test”
4.
“Positioning the Battery Charger”
5.
“Installing the Battery Charger”
6.
“Inserting and Removing the Handset’s Battery Pack”
7.
“Testing the Handset: Local Test Mode”
8.
9.
“Wireless Test Mode”
10.
“Filling Out Labels”
NOTE:
The Roadmap indicates basic installation guidelines. You must
familiarize yourself with the remaining sections in this booklet and
the Quick Reference to fully understand how to use this phone.
Safety Information
Before installing the MDW 9000 phone, please read and understand
the safety instructions in “Installation.” This booklet also contains
instructions related to safety labels on the product:
WARNING
severe or fatal personal injury if the hazard is not avoided.
CAUTION indicates the presence of a hazard that will or
can cause minor personal injury or property damage if not
avoided.
indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause
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Parts List
Along with this booklet, the box should contain the items shown below.
If it does not, call for customer support as described on the inside
front cover of this booklet.
Battery Pack
Handset
Wall Mounting
Plate
Battery Charger with
Mounting Base
Carrying Holster
Charging Cradle 11-foot (3.4 m)
Power Cord and
Standard AC Adapter
8-foot (2.4 m)
Telephone Line Cord
Radio Module
4
Philips Head
Wood Screws (2)
Quick Reference
Additional Parts
The following parts may be included or necessary, depending upon
your installation.
Kit of parts (order number D-182866) included only for a single
MDW 9000 phone installation when purchased without the
carrier assembly:
Rubber Feet (4)
Radio Module 11-foot (3.4 m)
Power Cord and
Standard AC Adapter
Philips Head
Wood Screws (2)
Wall Mounting
Plate
Required when 2 or more MDW 9000 phones are installed:
Philips Head
Wood Screws (4)
Carrier Assembly
Carrier Assembly 25-foot (7.6 m)
Power Cord and Standard AC Adapter
(included with purchase of Carrier Assembly)
5
Key Components
Antenna
LEDs
Mounting
Hook
Telephone
Line Cord
Connector
Power Cord
Connector
Card Edge
(Cover not
shown)
Snap Lock
Radio Module
6
NOTE:
This unit is required when installing 2 to 6 MDW 9000 telephones.
Radio
Module
Mounting
Cords
Wall Mount
Hole
Power
Cord
Connector
Card Edge
Connectors
Radio
Module
Mounting
Rods
Wall Mount
Hole
Power
Indicator
Card Edge
Connectors
Slot
Numbers
Wall Mount
Hole
Cable
Manager Slot
Slot
Numbers
Wall Mount
Hole
Rear
Exit Slots
Carrier Assembly
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Installation
IMPORTANT:
Before beginning installation, please read and understand
“Important Safety Instructions” and “Additional Safety Instructions
for Installation Personnel” on the following pages.
Important Safety Instructions
Always follow these basic safety precautions when installing or using
this product to reduce risk of injury from fire or electric shock.
Make sure the battery charger, radio module, and carrier assembly are unplugged before you install.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
WARNING:
Failure to properly ground this product will result in a risk
of electrical shock, which can cause serious personal injury.
This product requires a 3-prong AC power receptacle for
safe operation. You should have your receptacle checked
by a qualified electrician before connecting this equipment.
Risk of Electric Shock
WARNING:
The Rechargeable battery contains nickel and cadmium.
Do not burn or puncture the battery. Like other batteries of
this type, if it is burned or punctured, it could release toxic
material which could cause injury. Do not dispose of it in
household garbage. For information about recycling or
proper disposal, consult your local solid waste (garbage)
collection or disposal organization.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Read and understand all instructions in this booklet before using
this product.
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Observe all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
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Unplug this product from wall outlets and telephone jacks before
cleaning. Clean exposed parts with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners.
■
Do not use the product near water or when you are wet. If product
comes in contact with any liquids, unplug the power cord and
telephone line cords immediately. Do not plug the product back
in until it has dried thoroughly.
■
If you suspect a gas leak, report it immediately, but use a telephone
away from the area in question. The telephone’s electrical contacts
could generate a tiny spark. While unlikely, it is possible that this
spark could ignite a heavy concentration of gas. This product is not
approved for use in areas labeled by the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) as “explosive environments.” Only
“Explosive Atmosphere Telephones” may be used in such hazardous environments.
■
Never push objects of any kind into this product through housing
slots, since the objects may touch hazardous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in a risk of electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the telephone.
■
Install this product securely on a stable surface. Damage may result
if the product falls.
■
Install this product in a protected location where no one can step
on or trip over power cords and telephone line cords. Do not
place objects on the cords that may cause damage or abrasion.
■
Use only the Model # PIDB-270 power supply shipped with this
product for the Battery Charger or radio module.
■
Use only the Model # SW109 power supply shipped with the
carrier assembly.
■
Use only the correct power source. If you are not sure of the power
supply to your location, consult your local power company.
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This product uses a 3-prong plug in continental U.S. locations. Such
plugs are designed for your safety. Do not attempt to defeat this
purpose. If your wall outlet will not accept the plug, the outlet should
be replaced by an electrician.
■
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. Do not overload wall outlets as this can result in the risk of
fire or electric shock. Do not staple or otherwise attach the power
cord to building surfaces.
■
Slots and openings in the housing and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. To protect the housing from overheating,
these openings must not be blocked or covered. Therefore, do
not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
Also, do not place this product in an enclosed area unless proper
ventilation is provided.
■
Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat register.
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Use only the type of battery pack shipped with this product.
■
Unplug this product from the wall outlet, remove the telephone
line cord from the modular wall jack or communications system
switch/control unit, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
–
–
If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions because improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal operation.
– If the product has been dropped and the housing has been
damaged.
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This product should be serviced by (or taken to) a qualified service
center when service or repair work is required. Do not open the
product, there are no user serviceable components inside.
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Additional Safety Instructions
for Installation Personnel
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Install the product to meet all environmental and electrical
requirements listed in this booklet.
■
Do not install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
■
Do not install telephone jacks in a wet location unless the jack is
specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated
telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been
disconnected at the network interface.
■
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
■
All wiring that connects to this equipment and becomes part of
the building wiring must be a minimum of CLASS 2 or U.L. Listed
Communications cable.
CAUTION:
This equipment is for installation on AT&T PARTNER, PARTNER
Plus, PARTNER II, MERLIN, MERLIN Plus, MERLIN II, MERLIN
LEGEND, System 25, System 75, System 85, and DEFINITY
communications systems only.
WARNING:
Installation of this equipment for In-Range Out of Building
(IROB) conditions requires the use of protectors. See the
documentation that came with your communications system
for more information.
Go to “Positioning a Single Radio
Module or the Carrier Assembly”
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Positioning a Single Radio
Module or the Carrier Assembly
This phone uses radio transmissions to communicate. The range
depends on your particular operating environment. For indoor use,
intervening walls will reduce the phone’s range. Try to stay away
from concentrations of structural metal, such as steel and aluminum,
or reinforced concrete.
IMPORTANT:
This phone has a built-in testing feature that you can use before
installation to help determine proper placement of the radio
module. To perform the test, all you need is an electrical outlet for
the radio module and a charged battery in the handset (you do
not need a communications system switch/control unit). Refer to
“Wireless Test Mode” later in this booklet for details.
Before you install the radio module/carrier assembly, note the following
considerations regarding its location and use:
■
When positioning the radio module/carrier assembly, try to place
the unit in a central location, relative to the handset(s) usage area.
For convenience, you may want to place the radio module/carrier
assembly in the same room, and on the same wall, as your communications system switch/control unit. If your switch/control unit is
located in a remote location, you may have to run a telephone line
cord from your switch/control unit to the centrally positioned radio
module/carrier assembly. The maximum distance is 1000 feet (333 m)
of 26 gauge cable.
■
At least
6 feet (2 m)
is required between the radio module/carrier
assembly and the communications system switch/control unit.
■
You can install a single radio module in a remote location using a
telephone line cord to connect the radio module to the communications system switch/control unit. IROBs should be used for outof-building installations.
■
The radio module/carrier assembly should be placed high on the
wall for optimum voice quality and range. Allow at least 1 1/2 feet
(45.7 cm) of space between the top of the antenna on the radio
modules and the ceiling.
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The radio module/carrier assembly should never be installed above
a drop, suspended level ceiling.
■
The radio module/carrier assemly should not share the same
power line as equipment with microprocessors such as answering
machines, personal computers, and fax machines; or electromag-
netic equipment such as electric motors
■
The radio module/carrier assembly should not be within 6
feet (2m) of equipment with microprocessors such as answering machines, personal computers, and fax machines;
electromagnetic equipment such as electric motors; or
electrical main power feeds, junction boxes, circuit-breaker
panels, or fuse boxes.
■
Install a single radio module within 3 feet (1 m) of either side of,
and within 6 to 8 feet (2 to 2.6 m) above, a properly grounded
3-prong electrical outlet that is not controlled by an on/off switch.
■
Install the carrier assembly within 15 feet (5 m) of either side of,
and within 6 to 8 feet (2 to 2.6 m) above, a properly grounded
3-prong electrical outlet that is not controlled by an on/off switch.
■
If your communications system uses an uninterruptable power
supply, such as a backup generator, be sure to connect the radio
module/carrier assembly to that power supply.
■
Installing a single radio module on a shelf or desk is not recommended, because it greatly reduces the range and quality of the
transmission.
Go to one of the following sections:
“Installing a Single Radio Module”
“Installing the Carrier Assembly on a Wall”
“Installing the Carrier Assembly on a Shelf or Desk”
NOTE:
The following illustrations depict PARTNER system hardware.
Your hardware may differ from that which is shown.
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Installing a Single Radio Module
■
Install high on wall, leaving at least 1 ½ feet (45.7 cm) between
antenna and ceiling
■
See “Parts List” and “Key Components” earlier in this booklet for
additional picture detail
Check to make sure the radio
1
module’s power cord is
unplugged from the wall outlet before
continuing.
Detach the rubber feet. Apply
2
them to marked areas on the
underside of the radio module.
Place the wall mounting plate
3
against the wall. Choose a
location backed by a wooden stud
(if unavailable, use toggle bolts
instead of the supplied wood
screws). Lightly tap a nail into the
wall to start holes. Then screw the
plate flush to the wall. Place the
radio module over the plate, then
slide it downward to lock it into
place. (Note: do not remove the
plastic cap covering the radio
module’s card edge.)
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Screw
Holes
Insert the radio module’s
4
power cord into the side of the
radio module. Insert the telephone
line cord into the bottom of the radio
module.
Insert the other end of the
5
telephone line cord into an
existing wall jack or terminal/station
connector on your communications
system switch/control unit (refer to
your communications system
manual for the proper port location).
Plug the power cord/AC adapter
6
into a property grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.
CAUTION: Never
connect or disconnect
line cords while the
radio module is plugged
into the wall outlet.
Go to “Installation Self-Test”
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Installing the Carrier Assembly
on a Wall
■
Install high on wall, leaving at least 1 ½ feet (45.7 cm) between
antenna and ceiling
■
See “Key Components” earlier in this booklet for additional
picture detail
Check to make sure the carrier
1
assembly’s power cord is
unplugged from the wall outlet before
continuing.
Place the carrier assembly against
2
the wall. Choose a location
backed by a wooden stud (if unavailable,
use toggle bolts instead of the supplied
wood screws). Hold the carrier assembly
straight; use a level if needed. Using a
nail or pencil, mark screw locations
through the four wall mount holes.
Start screws, leaving the screw heads
approximately ½" (12 mm) from the wall.
Place the carrier assembly over the
screws, then slide it downward to lock it
into place. Tighten the screws.
Remove the plastic cap
3
covering each radio module’s
card edge before installing the radio
modules in the carrier assembly.
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Starting from the leftmost slot (#1),
4
insert each radio module into the
carrier assembly by hooking it onto the
radio module mounting rod. Slowly
swing the radio module’s card edge into
the card edge connector on the back of
the carrier assembly.
When the card edge is fully
5
seated, a snap lock on the
bottom of the radio module will
engage.
Insert a telephone line cord
6
into the bottom of each radio
module.
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