Digital 5.8 ghz cordless telephone system with answering machine (76 pages)
Summary of Contents for Motorola MD7260 Series
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MD7260 Series 5.8 GHz Digital Expandable Cordless Telephone System Users Guide...
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1-888-390-6456 TTY (Text Telephone) Motorola reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of Motorola to provide notification of such revision or change. MOTOROLA PROVIDES THIS GUIDE WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER IMPLIED OR EXPRESS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Table of Contents FCC Information ................... vi FCC Compliance Class B Digital Device..............vi FCC Declaration of Conformity................vii Canadian Compliance.................... vii Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement...... vii Industry Canada CS-03 Declaration of Conformity..........ix Important Safety Instructions.............. x Welcome ....................
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Getting Started ..................4 Battery Safety Instructions..................4 Installing the Battery....................5 Charging the Handset Battery ................6 Installing the Base Unit ................ 7 Basic Operations................. 10 Handset Indicators ....................10 Base Unit LEDs ....................11 Making a Call......................12 Answering Calls ....................
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Temporary Ringer Adjustments ......Error! Bookmark not defined. Redial Function ......................14 Deleting a Redial Listing ........Error! Bookmark not defined. Mute Function ......................15 Locate a Misplaced Handset .................15 Phonebook Operations............... 16 Storing a New Entry ....................17 Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook ..............19 Editing a Phonebook Entry ...................20 Delete a Single Phonebook Entry.................20 Caller ID/Call Waiting ID ..................21...
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Dialing from the Caller ID Log ................24 Deleting a Caller ID Record .................. 24 Deleting All Caller ID Records................24 Ringer Volume ...................... 25 Ringer Tone ......................26 Key Tone ........................ 27 Display Language ....................28 Dialing Method...................... 29 Message Waiting Indicator ........
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Special Features.................. 30 Intercom Calls ......................30 Call Transfer ......................31 Conference Call ......................32 In Case of Difficulty................33 Warranty ....................36 Technical Specifications ..............40...
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this telephone. Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement This Motorola cordless phone complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX.
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If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Motorola, Inc. at 1-877-466-8646. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment from the network until the problem is solved.
If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of the 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. CAUTION: To maintain compliance with the FCC's RF exposure guidelines place the base unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons.
Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, including the following: 1. Read and understand all instructions. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3.
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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 in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where the cord may have anyone walking on it.
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• If liquid has been spilled onto the product. • If the product has been exposed to rain or water. • If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation.
Product registration is not available in Canada. Please retain your original dated sales receipt for your records. For warranty service of your Motorola product, you will need to provide a copy of your dated sales receipt to confirm warranty status.
Base Unit Overview 1. Base unit speaker For Placement Only 2. Handset cradle 3. Handset page button 4. Menu options 5. Charging/Paging LED 6. Stop playback 7. In use/Voicemail LED 8. Mailboxes 9. Playback controls 10. Message delete 11. Memo record 12.
Getting Started Battery Safety Instructions • Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture the battery. The battery contains toxic materials that could be released, resulting in injury and/or explosion. • There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect CAUTION: battery type.
Installing the Battery 1. Remove any stickers or inserts, if present. 2. Remove the battery door by pressing down on the indentation and sliding downward. 3. Plug the battery connector into the receptacle. (Make sure the black wire is on the left.) 4.
Charging the Handset Battery The handset of your cordless telephone is powered by a rechargeable NiMH battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in the base unit or charger. The initial battery charge time is 10–12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of eight hours should be sufficient.
Installing the Base Unit IMPORTANT! FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE OF YOUR CORDLESS TELEPHONE SYSTEM: • Choose a central location for your base unit. • Install your base unit and extension handsets away from electronic equipment, such as personal computers, television sets, and microwave ovens. •...
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Selecting a Location for Your Base Unit...
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1. Plug the phone cord into the wall jack, and the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Basic Operations Handset Indicators Icon Description Turns on when the microphone is muted MUTED Turns on when a new call is received and added to the call log Turns on when the ringer is muted Indicates battery charge status...
Base Unit LEDs Description On when the phone is off-hook or when an in use extension phone is off-hook charge On when the handset is charging in its base Flashes when there are new messages in the corresponding mailbox mailbox 1, 2, 3 Solid when only old messages are in the corresponding mailbox...
Making a Call Press the key on the handset (or the ) key to use the speakerphone ON/FLASH feature). When you hear the dial tone, dial the number. F.P.O. -OR- Enter the phone number, and then press . The phone number appears on the ON/FLASH display before it is dialed.
Answering Calls Press ON/FLASH If you subscribe to call waiting: Press the key to answer the second call. Press again to return to ON/FLASH ON/FLASH the first call. Auto Answer 1. Press the softkey. MENU 2. Scroll to and select Handset Setup 3.
Adjust Handset Volume Press the keys to adjust the listening vlolume to a comfortable level. F.P.O. Redial Function 1. Press the key to display the last telephone number dialed from the REDIAL/PAUSE handset (up to 32 digits). 2. Use the scroll keys to view the last 20 numbers dialed. A double beep will sound when you reach the beginning or the end of the redial list.
Mute Function NOTE: The mute feature is only available during a call. 1. Press the key. appears on the display, along with the MUTE/DELETE MUTED MUTE icon. 2. Press the key again to return to normal two-way conversation. MUTE/DELETE Locate a Misplaced Handset From the base unit, press the key to locate lost handsets.
Phonebook Operations Your handset can store up to 50 numbers with names. Each memory location holds up to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name. NOTES: If you have multiple handsets registered to your base unit, the handsets share a common phonebook stored in the base unit.
Storing a New Entry 1. Press the key. SEL/MENU 2. Scroll to PHONEBOOK 3. Press the key. SEL/MENU 4. Scroll to and select NEW ENTRY. 5. Enter the telephone number at the prompt. ENTER NUMBER 6. Use the key to erase characters to the left of the cursor. MUTE/DELETE 7.
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Use the table below to enter names and special characters into the phonebook. Number of Key Presses space ‘ &...
NOTES: • If the phonebook is full, the handset will display PHONEBOOK FULL • While entering numbers, press and hold the key to add pauses if necessary. PAUSE • If there is a duplicate number in the phonebook, appears. DUPLICATE NUMBER Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook When not on a call, press , and the handset jumps directly into phonebook review...
Editing a Phonebook Entry 1. Press the key, scroll to the desired entry. 2. Press the key. Scroll to and select . Use the button to SEL/MENU EDIT MUTE/DELETE edit the entry. 3. Press the key to save the changes. SEL/MENU 4.
Caller ID/Call Waiting ID Your handset is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal ( Call Waiting/Caller ID With , the caller ID data is displayed so you can decide whether to Call Waiting/Caller ID answer the incoming call, or continue with your current conversation.
Reviewing Caller ID Records When your systems stores new caller ID records, appears on the display. Press the scroll key to review the records. - OR - 1. Press the key. SEL/MENU 2. Scroll to and select . Use the scroll keys to review the entries. A double CALL ID LOG beep sounds when you reach the beginning or end of the log.
Storing a Caller ID Entry in the Phonebook 1. Press 2. Scroll to the entry you wish to store. To view alternate phone number formats, press the # key repeatedly. The display will cycle through the available dialing options (1 + area code + number, area code + number, number only, etc.). 3.
Dialing from the Caller ID Log 1. Press 2. Scroll to the entry you wish to dial. 3. Press to dial the number. ON/FLASH Deleting a Caller ID Record 1. Press 2. Scroll to the entry you wish to delete. 3.
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Handset Options Use the menu to set system options. HANDSET SETUP • Ring volume • Ringer tone • Intercom tone • Name handset • Key tones • Auto answer There is also a menu. BASE SETUP • Dial mode • Deregister handset Other menu options: Date/time...
Ringer Volume 1. Press the key. SEL/MENU 2. Scroll to and select . The current ringer volume appears on the RINGER VOLUME display. 3. Press the scroll keys or enter a digit (0 through 6) to the desired ringer volume. The current ring tone plays and the volume bar increases or decreases each time you adjust the setting.
Key Tone 1. Press the key. SEL/MENU 2. Scroll to and select KEY TONE 3. Select using the scroll keys. 4. Press the key to save the setting. SEL/MENU...
Display Language 1. Press the key. SEL/MENU 2. Scroll to and select LANGUAGE 3. Scroll to and select English, French, or Spanish. 4. Press to save the setting. SEL/MENU NOTE: If you accidentally change your language, follow these steps: 1. Press until you are at the standby screen.
Dialing Method 1. Press the key. SEL/MENU 2. Scroll to and select DIAL TYPE 3. Scroll to TONE PULSE 4. Press to save the setting. SEL/MENU : When the phone is set for pulse dialing, you may switch to temporary tone NOTE dialing during a call by pressing .
Special Features If you have at least two handsets registered to your base unit, you can use the intercom and call transferring features. The X represents the order (1, 2, 3, 4) in which the handset was registered to the base unit. (See the user guide for the expansion handset for more information.) Intercom Calls When not on a call, press the...
Call Transfer During an outside call, you can transfer the call from one handset to another. 1. Press the key on the handset with the outside call. ENTER HANDSET # displayed. 2. Enter the number of the handset to which you wish to forward the call. CALL appears on the screen.
Conference Call Use the conference feature to enable two or more handsets to participate in the same outside call. 1. While the first handset is on an outside call, the second handset can press ON/FLASH A timer (e.g., ) appears on the displays of both handsets showing the CONF.
In Case of Difficulty The suggestions below should solve most problems you might encounter while using your phone. If you still have difficulty after trying these suggestions, visit us on the web at www.motorola.com/cordless. The phone doesn't work at all •...
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You get noise, static, or a weak signal when you're away from the base unit • You may be out of range. Either move closer to the base unit, or relocate it. • The layout of your home may be limiting the range. Try moving the base unit to another position.
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You hear other calls while using your phone • Disconnect your base unit from the telephone jack, and plug in a different telephone. If you still hear other calls, contact your local telephone company. Common Troubleshooting Steps for Your Cordless Phone If the handset or base unit does not seem to be responding normally, then try putting the handset in its base.
This limited warranty is a consumer's exclusive remedy, and applies as follows to new Motorola Products, Accessories, and Software purchased by consumers in the United States or Canada, which are accompanied by this written warranty: Products and Accessories as defined above, unless otherwise provided for below.
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Accessories for commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. Use of Non-Motorola Products and Accessories. Defects or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola branded or certified Products, Accessories, Software or other peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage.
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This warranty extends to the first end-user purchaser, only. What will Motorola Do? Motorola, at its option, will at no charge repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any Products, Accessories or Software that does not conform to this warranty. We may use functionally equivalent reconditioned/refurbished/pre-owned or new Products, Accessories or parts.
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For accessories and software, please call the telephone number designated above for the product with which they are used. You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products, Accessories, or Software, at your expense, to a Motorola Authorized Repair Center. To obtain service, you must include: (a) a copy of your receipt, bill of sale or other comparable proof of purchase;...
Technical Specifications FREQUENCY CONTROL WEIGHT Handset: Base Charge-only base TRANSMIT FREQUENCY POWER REQUIREMENTS Base: Handset Handset: Base: Charge-only base: RECEIVE FREQUENCY MEMORY Base: Phonebook: Handset: CHANNELS SPECIFICATIONS ARE TYPICAL AND MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE NOMINAL EFFECTIVE RANGE SIZE Handset: Base:...
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MD7260 Expandable Cordless Telephone System 528212-001 02/06...