Motorola MD491SYS, MD490, MD491 user Manual

MD490 Series

Digital 2.4 GHz Expandable Cordless Telephone System with Answering Machine Système téléphonique sans fil évolutif numérique 2,4 GHz avec répondeur

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Welcome

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FCC and Interference Information

FCC and Interference

Information

This equipment complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA).

A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.

Notification of the Local Telephone Company

On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the form US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.

The digits represented by ## in the product identifier indicate the Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this equipment. The REN is useful in determining the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN, contact your local telephone company.

Notes:

•This equipment may not be used on coin 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.

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•If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this cordless phone does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

•Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your telephone from your line.

•The FCC requires that you connect your cordless telephone to the nationwide telephone network through a modular telephone jack (USOC RJ11C/RJ11W or RJ14C/RJ14W).

Rights of the Telephone Company

Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not practical and the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone company may temporarily disconnect service immediately. In case of such temporary discontinuance, the telephone company must:

1.Promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance;

2.Afford you the opportunity to correct the situation;

3.Inform you of your right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart E of Part 68, FCC Rules and Regulations.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

Information Interference and FCC

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FCC and Interference Information

Interference Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1.This device may not cause harmful interference.

2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 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 to correct the interference with one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).

Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and the receiving antenna.

Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.

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If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

The FCC requires this product to be serviced only by Motorola or its authorized service agents.

CAUTION/WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola could void not only the user's authority to operate the equipment, but also the limited warranty.

Hearing Aid Compatibility

This telephone system meets the FCC standards for hearing aid compatibility.

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Industry Canada (IC) Information

Industry Canada (IC)

Information

This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada (IC) radio and terminal equipment technical specifications. This is confirmed by the certification/registration number found on the label on the bottom of the base unit. The abbreviation IC before the certification/registration number only signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity and that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment. The term “IC:” before the certification/ registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met.

The Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.6. The REN is useful in determining the maximum number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices ring when your telephone number is called. The sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line may not exceed 5.

Before installing this cordless phone, you should make sure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the telecommunications company’s inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). You should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the rules and requirements in Industry Canada’s CS-03. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant.

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For your protection, ensure that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

Caution: You should not attempt to make such connections yourself. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician, as appropriate.

Note: If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this cordless phone does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a qualified installer.

Repairs

Repairs to this equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by Motorola. Any repairs or alterations made by the consumer, or any malfunctions of this equipment, may give the telecommunications company cause to request that you disconnect the equipment, and may void the limited warranty.

Privacy

Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone. Other devices, including other cordless telephones, may interfere with the operation of this cordless phone or cause noise during operation. Units without code access may be accessed by other radio communications devices.

Hearing Aid Compatibility

This telephone system meets Industry Canada standards for hearing aid compatibility.

Information (IC) Canada Industry

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Industry Canada (IC) Information

Interference Information

This device complies with Industry Canada’s RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference; and

(2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Industry Canada’s ICES-003. 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 to correct the interference with one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).

•Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the telecommunications equipment and the receiving antenna.

•Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is connected.

If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

Industry Canada publishes several publications to assist consumers with solving interference problems, which are available from its offices or from its web site (strategis.gc.ca).

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Important Safety Instructions

Follow these safety precautions when using your cordless phone to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons or property:

	1.	Keep all slits and openings of the phone unblocked. Do not set the
		phone on a heating register or over a radiator. Ensure that proper
		ventilation is provided at the installation site.
	2.	Do not use while wet or while standing in water.
	3.	Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub,
		kitchen sink, or swimming pool).
	4.	Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Place the power	Important
		result in fire or shock.
		cord so that it will not be walked on.
	5.	Never insert objects of any kind into the product slits as that may	Safety
	6.	Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
		use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
	8.	cleaning.	Instructions
		Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
	7.	Do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is
		required, contact the Motorola address found in the back of this
		user’s guide.
	9.	Avoid using during an electrical storm. Use a surge protector to
		protect the equipment.
	10.	Do not use this cordless phone to report a gas leak, especially if
		you are in the vicinity of the gas line.

Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.

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Unplug this cordless phone immediately from an outlet if:

•The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

•Liquid has been spilled into the product.

•The product has been exposed to rain or water. Do not retrieve the handset or base until after you have unplugged the power and phone from the wall. Then retrieve the unit by the unplugged cords.

•The product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

•The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

	Instructions	Installation Guidelines
		3.	Do not install this product near a bath tub, sink, or shower.
		1.	Read and understand all instructions and save them for future
			reference.
	Safety	2.	Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
		4.	Operate this phone using only the power source that is indicated
			on the marking label. If you are unsure of the power supply to your
	Important		home, consult with your dealer or local power company.
		5.	Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. This
			product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
		6.	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 work to restore the
			product to normal operation.
		7.	Clean this product with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use chemicals
			or cleaning agents to clean this phone.

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8.Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit.

9.Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have at least one phone in your home that is not cordless in case the power in your home goes out.

10.To avoid interference to nearby appliances, do not place the base of the cordless phone on or near a TV, microwave oven, or VCR.

Caution: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, place the base unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons.

Battery Safety Instructions

•Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture the battery. The battery contains toxic materials that could be released, resulting in injury.

•Caution: There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect battery type. Use only the battery that came with your phone or an authorized replacement recommended by the manufacturer.

•Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

•Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.

•Do not dispose of batteries in fire, which could result in explosion.

• The rechargeable batteries that power this product must be disposed of properly and may need to be recycled. Refer to your battery’s label for battery type.

Contact your local recycling center for proper disposal methods.

Instructions Safety Important

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Contents

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

FCC and Interference Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Industry Canada (IC) Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Powering the Base Station and Phone Line

Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Wall Mounting the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Base Station Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Expansion Handset Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using the Soft Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Using the Navigation Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Using the Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Base Station Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Expansion Handset Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion Handsets. . . 22

Installing Batteries in the Handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Charging the Expansion Handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Registering an Expansion Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Personalizing Your Phone System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Setting the Ring Tone and Ring Volume . . . . . . . . 24 Setting Key Beeps On or Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Naming the Base Station or Expansion Handset . 26 Entering Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Storing Area Codes for Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Setting the Display Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Setting Touch Tone or Pulse Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Using the Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Making a Call Using the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Making a Call Using the Speakerphone on the

Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Adjusting the Speakerphone Volume on the

Base Station During a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Making a Call Using an Expansion Handset . . . . . . . 32

Adjusting the Volume During a Call on the Expansion Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Switching Between the Handset and Speakerphone . 33 Muting a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Putting a Call on Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Redialing a Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Finding a Lost or Misplaced Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Saving a Number in the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Private Phonebooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Shared Phonebooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Sorting Phonebooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Calling a Number from the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Editing a Phonebook Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Deleting a Phonebook Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Inserting Pauses in a Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Automated Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Reviewing the List of Caller ID Calls . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Store a Caller ID Number in the Phonebook . . . . . 41 Deleting Caller ID Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Answering Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	42
Setting Up the Answering Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	42
Turning the Answering Machine On or Off . . . . . .	42
Outgoing Message (OGM) Greeting . . . . . . . . . . .	43
Recording an Outgoing Message (OGM) . . . . . .	43

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Changing the Outgoing Message . . . . . . . . . . . .	43
Erasing the Outgoing Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	44
Setting the Number of Rings Before the Answering
Machine Picks Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	44
Using Call Screening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	45
Setting the Security ID Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	45
Setting the Voice Prompts
(Canadian models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	46
Recording a Memo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	46
Using the Answer Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	47
Checking Messages from the Base Station . . . . . 47
Checking Messages from an Expansion Handset	47
Checking Messages Remotely from a
Touch-Tone Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	48

Advanced Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Conference Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Using the Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Intercom Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Handset to Handset Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Transferring a Call from One Handset to Another . . . 53 Unannounced Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Announced Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Using the Handset as a Walkie Talkie . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Monitoring a Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Deregistering All Expansion Handsets . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Motorola Limited Warranty for the

United States and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

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Getting Started

To set up your Motorola digital cordless phone system:

	1	Install optional backup batteries in the base
		station, plug into a power outlet, and connect to
		phone line (see page 16).	Getting
	2	Plug in charging bases and install batteries in
		expansion handsets (see page 22).
	3	Charge expansion handset batteries (see	Started
		A rechargeable NiCd battery powers each
		page 23).
		expansion handset. Charge the battery for about
		12 hours before initial use.
	4	Register expansion handsets to the base station
		(see page 23).
	5	Set the ring tone, date, time, and other features of
		your expansion handset(s) and base station (see
		page 24).

Place the Base Station:

•Away from electrical appliances such as a TV, personal computer, or another cordless phone.

•In a high and central location with no obstructions, such as walls.

If you hear noise while using the handset near a microwave or another cordless phone’s base unit, move away from the microwave or base unit and closer to your handset’s base station.

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Powering the Base Station and Phone Line Connection

Important: Before installing or handling batteries, please read the “Battery Safety Instructions” on page 11.

The base station uses 4 AAA alkaline batteries for optional backup power. To install the batteries:

	Started	1 With the bottom of the base station facing you,
		press the cover latch with a screwdriver to lift and
	Getting	remove the battery cover.
		2 Insert 4 AAA alkaline batteries into the battery
		compartment.
		Battery
		compartment
		(cover removed)

3To replace the cover, insert the tabs of the cover into the slots and press down until the cover clicks into place.

4Plug the power cord into the back of the base station and into an outlet.

5Plug one end of the telephone line cord into the jack on the bottom of the base station.

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6Plug the other end of the cord into the phone jack.

Wall Mounting the Base Station

The base station can be mounted on a wall instead of placed on a flat surface.

1Remove the twist-tie from the phone cord. Do not unfold the cord.

2Untuck both ends of the cord.

3Hold the folded cord at the

center and insert it into the

back of the wall mount bracket.

4Plug the telephone cord into the phone jack on the wall.

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Getting Started

5 Hang the wall mount bracket on the phone wall plate.

6Plug the other end of the telephone cord into the back of the base station.

7Plug the power cord into a power outlet, if not already plugged in.

8Insert the guide rail

on the wall mount into the slot on the bottom of the base station and push

until it snaps into

place.

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Note: To separate wall mount from base, press down on the middle clasp of the bracket and pull out.

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Base Station Controls

Left soft key Navigation

key

ON

del

in use/ voice mail charge/ page

page

memo

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Right soft key

i Play/stop message

h Skip backward g Skip forward

f Delete message

Volume buttons

OFF

Page a handset

Record a memo

Handsfree Redial Intercom

Expansion Handset Controls

Left soft key	Right soft key
function	function
Left soft key	Right soft key
	Navigation key

Using the Soft Keys

The left and right soft keys on the base station and expansion handsets perform the function displayed above them. For example, pressing the left soft key while PHONEBK is displayed, opens your list of phone numbers and names. The functions change as you

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Getting Started

move from one screen to the next. In this guide, soft

key functions are shown as the function name followed by a, for example, press CHANGE (a).

Using the Navigation Key

	cis used to scroll up and
	down through menu items, a	Caller ID Log
	list of settings, and other
		Ringer
	screens.
		Loc Area Codes

On expansion handsets,

points to the currently BACK SELECT selected item, and b

indicates there are more items above and below the currently selected item.

Press cto scroll up or down on the display.

Using the Displays

Your phone has a display on the base station. Expansion handsets have a display on the front of them. The base station and expansion handsets, when not in use, show the standby screen.

Base Station Display

	Time				Date	Battery meter
								Number of
Base		04:26 PM 09/26				9		New
name			Base (1)					Messages
								Ringer off
Number of			6 Calls		2 Msg
Caller ID					Answer ON	^		Answering
records			PHONEBK			MENU		Machine
								status
Left soft key function
						Right soft key function

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Expansion Handset Display

		Time				Date					Battery meter
	Handset										Number of
								9 New
		04:26 PM 09/26
	name
			Handset (1)								Messages
	Number of		6 Calls				2 Msg				Ringer off
	Caller ID					Answer ON		^
											Answering
	records		PHONEBK					MENU
											Machine
											status
	Left soft key function
								Right		soft key function

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Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion Handsets

Setting Up Your Phone and

Expansion Handsets

If you have expansion handsets, they do not need to be plugged into a phone line. Simply plug the power cord into the back of the charging base and into an outlet wherever you want to place the handset.

Installing Batteries in the Handsets

Important: Before installing or handling batteries, read the Battery Safety Instructions on page 11.

1Remove the battery cover by pressing on the recess and sliding down and off the handset.

2Plug the connector into the receptacle.

3Insert the battery

pack into the compartment.

	4 Slide and snap the	Black
	battery cover back	Red
	into place.

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Charging the Expansion Handsets

Place the handset in the charging base. The charging LED is solid red when the handset is charging.

For the initial charge, charge the battery for at least 12 hours.

charge

Registering an Expansion Handset

You can have up to 4 expansion handsets registered

to a base station.If you try to register a 5th handset,

Too Many Handsets displays.

You only need to register new accessory handsets you add to your phone system. To register a new handset:

Action

1Press OK (a).

2Press and hold PAGE on the base station for at least 6 seconds or until you hear a long

beep and see the expansion handset name, for example, Handset(2).

Handsets Expansion and Phone Your Up Setting

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Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion Handsets

Personalizing Your Phone System

You can personalize the base station and each expansion handset by setting unique ring tones, adjusting the ring tone volume for day and night time, and assigning a name to distinguish 1 handset from another.

Setting the Ring Tone and Ring Volume

Your can set a ring tone for incoming calls from numbers that are stored in the phonebook, and a different ring tone for other incoming calls. The phonebook ring tone works only if you subscribe to caller ID service from your local telephone company.

Action

1Press MENU (a).

2Scroll to Ringer and press SELECT (a).

3The Day Volume displays. This is the ringer volume from 6 am to 9 pm. Press CHANGE (a) to scroll through the settings (off, low,

medium, high). Each volume level plays as you press CHANGE (a). Stop at the volume level you want to set.

4Scroll down (c) to advance to the Night Volume. This is the ringer volume from 9 pm to 6 am. Press CHANGE (a) to scroll through

the settings. Each volume level plays as you press CHANGE (a). Stop at the volume level you want to set.

5Scroll down (c) to advance to the Ring Tone. This is the ring sound used for incoming calls.

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Action

6Press CHANGE (a) to scroll through the ring tones. Each tone plays as you select CHANGE

(a). Stop at the ring tone you want to set, then press DONE (a).

7Scroll down (c) to advance to the Phonebook

Tone. This is the sound for incoming calls from numbers stored in your phonebook. You must subscribe to caller ID service from your local telephone company for this ring tone to work. Press DONE (a) to confirm.

8Press CHANGE (a) to scroll through the

phonebook tones. Each tone plays as you select CHANGE (a). Stop at the phonebook tone you want to set.

9Press DONE (a).

10Press EXIT (a) to return to the standby screen, or cto scroll to a different menu option.

Setting Key Beeps On or Off

You can turn on or off the key beeps on the base station and each handset.

Action

1Press MENU (a).

2Scroll to Ringer and press SELECT (a).

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Action

3Scroll to Key Beeps and press SELECT (a).

4Press CHANGE (a) to scroll through the selections. When your choice (ON, OFF, or LINKED to RINGER) display, press SELECT (a).

Note: When set to LINKED to RINGER, key beeps are on when the ringer is set to on, and off when the ringer is set to off.

Naming the Base Station or Expansion Handset

When you register an expansion handset, it is assigned a default name of Handset(x), where x can be

1, 2, 3, or 4. You can change the name to something more useful, for example a location (Kitchen) or

someone’s name (Susan). Naming an expansion handset makes it easy to select the handset from a list (for example, to intercom another handset).

If you name an expansion handset, the handset

number remains part of the name, for example,

Kitchen(2).

Action

1Press MENU (a).

2Scroll to Name handset or Name base, then press

SELECT (a).

3Use the keypad to enter the new name (up to12 characters). The flashing underline

shows the input cursor position. Press DELETE (a) to backspace and erase characters to the left of the input cursor, see “Entering Text” on page 27.

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Action

4Press DONE (a).

5Press EXIT (a) to return to the standby screen, or cto scroll to a different menu option.

Entering Text

Press each button on the keypad the indicated number of times shown in the table below to enter text, numbers, and other characters. For example, to enter R, press the 7 button 3 times.

		Number of Presses
Button	1	2	3	4	5
1	space	–	*	,	1
2	A	B	C	(	2
3	D	E	F	)	3
4	G	H	I	#	4
5	J	K	L	/	5
6	M	N	O	‘	6
7	P	Q	R	S	7
8	T	U	V	?	8
9	W	X	Y	Z	9

Storing Area Codes for Caller ID

Note: This section applies only if you subscribe to caller ID service from your local phone company.

You can store up to 5 area codes to make it easy to dial numbers from your list of caller ID calls. Each area code can be:

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•7-digit format

You do not have to dial the area code to call numbers in this area code.

•10-digit format

You have to dial the 3-digit area code + 7-digit phone number to call numbers in this area code.

•11-digit format

You have to dial the 1 + 3-digit area code + 7-digit phone number to call numbers in this area code.

For example, if you store area code 954 in 10-digit format, when you receive a call from that area code, the phone number is stored in your call list with all 10 digits. The number will then be in the correct format for you to dial directly from the call list without any reformatting.

Action

1Press MENU (a).

2Scroll to Loc area code and press SELECT (a).

3Enter the first area code.

4Press FORMAT (a) to scroll through the formats. Stop at the format you want to set for the area code, then scroll down (c) to move to the next area code.

5Repeat steps 3 and 4 to store up to 4 more

area codes. When you are finished, press

DONE (a).

6Press EXIT (a) to return to the standby screen, or c to scroll to a different menu option.

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