Memorex MPH6990 User Manual

Cordless Telephone

MPH6990

Owner's Manual

Thank you for your purchase of this cordless telephone. Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before using your cordless telephone to ensure proper use. After reading the manual, please keep it in a safe place and refer to it when necessary.

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Memorex® cordless telephone. This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance.

Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for

explanation purposes.

Features

• 900 MHz Technology

• 3-line Backlit Display

• Integrated Telephone Answering Device (ITAD) (Bilingual Announce Option)

• Voice Prompted Guidance through ITAD Setup Menu

• Face Up/Face Down Charging

• 32 Digit Redial

• Page / Find

• Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control

• Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID

• 30 Number Caller ID Memory

• 10 Memory Dial Locations

• Pulse / Tone Dialing

• 7 Hour Talk Time / 14 Day Standby Time

• Hearing Aid Compatible

• 20 Channel Autoscan

• Bilingual Operation

• Speed Dial

This cordless telephone features include Instant Talk and Auto Disconnect. Instant Talk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons. Auto Disconnect allows you to

hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.

The Mega Clear true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise.

This innovative technology provides you with the best possible reception during all your conversations.

To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, this cordless telephone has a digital security system which automatically selects one of approx. 262,000 digital security codes for the

handset and base. Also, the Mega Secure feature electronically locks your phone

when the handset is on the base.

To get the most from your phone, please read this owner’s manual thoroughly. Also, be sure to complete and mail the product registration form.

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VOL

SET/RINGER

CHARGE / IN USE

DELETE

PLAY / STOP

SKIP

PAGE

FIND ON /OFF

MEMO OGM ANSWER

20 21

22 23

24 25

26 27

28 29

30 31

32 33

37 38

5 6

7 8

12 13 14

18 19

10 11

15 16

Control and Functions

1. Handset antenna

2. Beltclip holes

3. Handset battery compartment

4. Handset earpiece

5. LCD display

6. Cid/Menu key

7. Talk/Flash key

8. Volume/Cursor down key

9.*/Left cursor/Tone key

10. Redial/Pause key

11. Select key

12. Volume/Cursor up key

13. Speed Dial key

14. Off key

15. #/Right cursor key

16. Memory key

17. Delete/Channel key

18. Handset microphone

19. Battery charge contacts

20. Handset clip storage

21. Volume down key

22. Set/ringer key

23. Delete key

24. Repeat key

25. Page/Find key

26. Memo key

27. Base contacts

28. Base antenna

29. Base speaker

30. Volume up key

31. Menu key

32. Play/Stop key

33. Skip key

34. Answer On/Off key

35. OGM key

36. Base microphone

37. DC power input

38. Phone jack

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Table of Contents

Introduction..................................................................................................... 1

Features ............................................................................................................1

Control and functions......................................................................................2

Important safety instructions .........................................................................4

Important electrical considerations ...............................................................6

Getting Started

Read This First ................................................................................................ 8

Step 1: Checking the package contents ......................................................... 9

Step 2: Setting up the base unit ................................................................... 10

Step 3: Preparing the battery pack................................................................ 13

Basics

Making Calls ...................................................................................................15

Dialing from standby ........................................................................................15

Dialing from talk mode.....................................................................................15

Redialing...........................................................................................................15

Receiving Calls ...............................................................................................16

Receiving a call ................................................................................................16

Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume .........................................................17

Using The Page Feature ................................................................................17

To locate the handset (while it’s off the base).................................................17

Telephone Features

Memory Storing.............................................................................................18

Storing phone numbers and names.................................................................18

Steps for entering names and special characters............................................20

Memory Dialing..............................................................................................21

Making calls with memory dialing ...................................................................21

Memory Editing .............................................................................................23

Editing a stored name and/or phone number ..................................................23

Memory Erasing.............................................................................................24

Erasing a stored name and phone number......................................................24

Speed Dial Feature.........................................................................................25

Storing and Editing the Speed Dial ..................................................................25

Making calls with speed dialing .......................................................................25

Deleting the Speed Dial ...................................................................................25

Caller ID Features

Caller ID ...........................................................................................................26

When the telephone rings ...............................................................................27

Viewing the Caller ID message list..................................................................28

Deleting information from the Caller ID list .....................................................29

Using the Caller ID list .....................................................................................30

Storing Caller ID messages in Memory...........................................................30

Using “Caller ID with Call Waiting” service ....................................................31

The Answering Machine

Features ..........................................................................................................32

Turning the answering system on/off ............................................................. 32

Setting up your answering system................................................................. 33

Using your answering system ........................................................................ 40

Additional Information

Changing the digital security code.................................................................. 46

Mounting the base unit on a wall ................................................................... 47

Note on power sources .................................................................................. 48

Maintenance ....................................................................................................48

Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 49

I.C. Notice ........................................................................................................51

Index ...........................................................................................................52

Memorex Limited Warranty..........................................................................53

Getting Started

Basics

Telephone

Features

Caller ID Features

The Answering

Machine

Additional

Information

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When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons:

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. Use a dry cloth for cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners.

4. Do not use this product near water; for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or 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 telephone may fall, causing serious damage to the unit.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To protect the product from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. 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 damaged by persons walking on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of fire or electrical 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. Take it to qualified service personnel when 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 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 when following the operating

instructions. (Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive repair work by a qualified technician.)

Important safety instructions

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E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

Additional battery safety precautions

Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow

these instructions:

Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the reference guide.

2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.

3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. 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 materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the reference guide provided for this product.

6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.

Cordless telephone privacy

Note: Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset

and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by means of radio waves which are broadcast over the open airways. Because of the inherent physical properties of radio waves, your communications can be received by radio receiving devices other than your own cordless telephone unit. Consequently, any communications using your cordless telephone may not be private.

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Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching. Lightning can pass through your household wiring and damage any device connected to it. This phone is no exception.

Warning: Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.

The FCC Wants You To Know

Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by the manufacturer, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the reference guide, could void your authority to operate this product. The equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.)

Range

Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by transmitting and receiving according to the highest specifications set forth by the FCC. We have rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance with the qualification that the range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors limit range, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating.

The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of comparison against other range claims.

Telephone Line Problems

The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in the event that your phone causes problems on the telephone line. Also, the telephone company may make changes in facilities and services which may affect the operation of your unit. However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in writing prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to continue uninterrupted service.

If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first disconnect your phone to determine if it is the cause of your problem. If you determine that it is the cause, you must leave it disconnected until the trouble has been corrected.

Important electrical considerations

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Radio Interference

Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless handset, or clicking noises in the base. This interference is caused by an external source such as a TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting, please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem. In addition, we recommend that the base not be plugged into a circuit that also powers a major appliance because of the potential for interference. Be certain the antenna is kept in the vertical position.

In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of interference, you need to change to a different channel.

Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.

More Than One Cordless Telephone

If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they must operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select a channel that provides the clearest communication.

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Read This First

This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:

Step 1 (page 9)

Unpack the telephone and accessories.

Step 2 (page 10 to 12)

Next, choose the best location to set up the base unit.

Step 3 (page 13 to 14)

Then, insert the battery pack into the handset. You have to charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours before using the phone.

Step 4 (page 33 to 39)

Finally, set the answering system.

About the digital security code

This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized access to your base unit. This security code prevents other cordless handsets from making calls through your base unit. A random security code will be assigned automatically between your base unit and handset when you charge the battery pack for the first time. To reset the security code, see page 46.

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Step 1

Checking the package contents

Make sure you have received the following items in the package.

• Base unit

• Handset

• Rechargeable battery pack (BT-905)

• Telephone line cord

• AC adapter (AD-420)

• This Owner's Manual

• Other Printed Materials

Important

Please keep all packaging material for at least 90 days in case you need to return this product to your place of purchase or Memorex.

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Step 2

Setting up the base unit

Do the following steps:

• Choose the best location

• Connect the base unit

• Choose the dialing mode

Choose the best location

Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL CONSIDERATIONS. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:

• You should charge your handset for 15-20 hours before using the phone.

• The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet

which is not switchable.

• Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors,

microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting.

• The base can be placed on a desk, table top, or mounted on the wall.

Avoid heat sources such as radiators, air ducts, and sunlight

Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment

Avoid noise sources such as a window by a street with heavy traffic

Avoid microwave ovens

Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, dust, mechanical vibration, or shock

Avoid personal computers

Avoid other cordless telephones

Choose a central location

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Step 2

(continued)

Connect the base unit

If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 47.

1 Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL

LINE jack and to a telephone outlet.

Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.

3 Set the base unit on a desk or tabletop and

place the handset on the base unit. Then raise the antenna to a vertical position.

Notes

Place the power cord where it will not create a trip hazard, or where it could become chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.

Surge Protectors

It is recommended to use a surge protector for the AC and telephone connection. Lightening and power surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product.

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Step 2

(continued)

Notes

• Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter.

Do not use any other AC adapter.

• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you

can unplug the AC adapter easily.

Tip

If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your telephone company for assistance.

Polarity of the plug

Modular

Choose the dialing mode

Most phone systems use tone dialing which sends DTMF tones through the phone lines. However some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas. The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the mode as follows:

Note

Make sure your battery pack is fully charged before choosing the dial mode.

1 Press and hold CID/MENU . The following

screen appears.

2 Use ▼ or 4 to move the pointer to the selection

that you would like to change.

3 Press the SELECT key to toggle between “Tone”

or “

Pulse”.

4 After you have made your selections, press OFF or

return the handset to the base.

If you are not sure of your dialing system, set for tone dialing. Make a trial call. If the call connects, leave the setting as is, otherwise set for pulse dialing.

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Step 3

Preparing the battery pack

Charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours before connecting the phone line.

1 Press and slide the battery

compartment cover toward the bottom of the unit.

2 Connect the battery pack connector

with the correct polarity (black and red wires), then insert the battery pack into the battery compartment.

3 Securely close the battery

compartment cover by sliding it up until it snaps into place.

4 Place the handset in the base

unit with the keys and display facing upward. This position lets you see Caller ID messages on the display.

When the handset has been properly placed on the charging terminals of the base unit, the “

CHARGE/IN USE”

LED of the base unit lights and charging begins. Charge the battery for 15-20 hours.

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Step 3

(continued)

Battery use time (per charge)

From fully charged

• 7 hours continuous use.

• 14 days when the handset is in the standby mode.

When the battery charge becomes low

When the voltage of battery pack is very low and needs to be charged, the phone eliminates functions to save power. If the phone is not in use, “

Low Battery” flashes and none of the keys will

operate. If the phone is in use, "

Low Battery" flashes and the handset beeps.

Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base unit for charging.

Note

Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a long period.

Cleaning the battery contacts

To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery contacts on the handset and base unit with a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner, if necessary, about once a month.

Do not use any liquids or solvents.

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Making Calls

Dialing from standby 1

Dial the phone number. (up to 32 digits.)

Example: Enter 800-919-3647

2 Press TALK/FLASH. “Talk” flashes on the

display. Then the volume setting appears for a few seconds.

Example: Volume level “High”

3 The number is dialed. After about 5 seconds,

the call-time display appears.

4 To hang up, press OFF or place the handset in

the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds.

To Do this

To improve reception. Press DELETE/CHANNEL. To temporarily switch to tone dial Press

/t/TONE. The following numbers

dialed will be sent as tone dialing.

To enter a pause in the dialing sequence.

Press REDIAL/PAUSE.

Other Operations

Redialing

The REDIAL/PAUSE key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up to 32 digits long.

Dialing from talk mode

1 Pick up the handset. 2 Press TALK/FLASH. “Talk” and the volume

setting appear on the display.

3 Dial the phone number.

After about 5 seconds, the call-time display appears.

Example: Enter 800-919-3647

4 To hang up, press OFF or place the handset in

the base. The call-time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. The phone returns to standby.

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Receiving Calls

Phone rings.

When the handset receives a Caller ID message, the following display appears.

2 Press TALK/FLASH. “Talk” and the

volume setting appears on the display.

3 To hang up, press OFF or place the handset

in the base. The call time will be displayed for about 5 seconds.

Receiving a call

Instant Talk when ringing

When the Instant Talk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the handset from the base unit to answer the phone.

Any key when ringing

When the Instant Talk setting is on and the handset is off the base, press

TALK/FLASH, any numeric key, */t/TONE or #/

to answer the incoming call.

Call Waiting

Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting service to use this feature.

When a call is received during a telephone call already in progress, press

TALK/FLASH

to switch to the new call. If you also subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting, you will see the name and number of the caller in Call Waiting (See page 31.)

Note

Instant Talk is initially set to off as the default setting. To turn it on, proceed to setting Caller ID options. (See page 26)

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Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume

Handset ringer tone

In the standby mode, press ▲ or ▼. Each time ▲ or ▼ is pressed, the ringer tone setting changes and the selected ringer tone sounds for 2 seconds.

Handset earpiece volume

During a telephone call, pressing ▲ or ▼ will change the earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will remain in effect after the telephone call has ended.

When you press ▲ in Maximum mode or press ▼ in Low mode, an error tone sounds.

Ringer Mute

You can temporarily mute the handset ringer tone. When the handset is off the base and the phone is ringing, press

OFF. The ringer tone will return to normal starting with

the next incoming call.

Using the Page Feature

To locate the handset (while it’s off the base)

1 Press PAGE/FIND on the base.

2 The handset beeps for 60 seconds.

3 Press any key on the handset or PAGE/FIND on

the base, or return the handset to the base to cancel the page.

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