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Contents Welcome 1 Handheld Unit 1 Base Unit 1 FCC and Interference Information 5 Important Safety Information 7 Getting Started 10 Overview 10 Service Requirements 10 Computer Requirements 10 What's in the Box 11 Installing the Battery 12 Charging the Battery 12 Status Light Indicator 13 Installation and Setup 15 Software Installation 15 Hardware Installation 17 Handheld Power-Up and Registration 17 PC Setup 19 Menu Configuration 20 Connections 20 Alerts 21 Options 22 Security 23 To set up security 23 Diagnostics 24 Buddy List 26 3
Contents Welcome 1 Handheld Unit 1 Base Unit 1 FCC and Interference Information 5 Important Safety Information 7 Getting Started 10 Overview 10 Service Requirements 10 Computer Requirements 10 What's in the Box 11 Installing the Battery 12 Charging the Battery 12 Status Light Indicator 13 Installation and Setup 15 Software Installation 15 Hardware Installation 17 Handheld Power-Up and Registration 17 PC Setup 19 Menu Configuration 20 Connections 20 Alerts 21 Options 22 Security 23 To set up security 23 Diagnostics 24 Buddy List 26 3
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...'s Online Now Screen 34 Sending and Receiving a Message 35 Sending a Warning 36 Incoming Chat Request 36 Main Menu Screen 37 Logoff Your IM Service 37 Invite Buddies to a Chat Session 37 Set Your Away Message 38 Register With a Base 39 Changing Handheld Setup 39 Beeps/LCD/Alerts Screen 40 To Power Down Your MX240a Unit 40 Troubleshooting 41 Warranty 42 License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™ Software...
...'s Online Now Screen 34 Sending and Receiving a Message 35 Sending a Warning 36 Incoming Chat Request 36 Main Menu Screen 37 Logoff Your IM Service 37 Invite Buddies to a Chat Session 37 Set Your Away Message 38 Register With a Base 39 Changing Handheld Setup 39 Beeps/LCD/Alerts Screen 40 To Power Down Your MX240a Unit 40 Troubleshooting 41 Warranty 42 License Agreement for AOL® Instant Messenger™ Software...
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... undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment on a circuit different from that is encouraged to try to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "How to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. and • This device...
... undesired operation. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment on a circuit different from that is encouraged to try to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, "How to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. and • This device...
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... cords. 8. Avoid using during an electrical storm. Installation Guidelines 1. Never insert objects of the equipment unblocked. Use a surge protector to persons or property. 1. Unplug this equipment immediately if: • The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. • Liquid has been spilled into the product slits as that proper ventilation is required, contact the Motorola address found in water...
... cords. 8. Avoid using during an electrical storm. Installation Guidelines 1. Never insert objects of the equipment unblocked. Use a surge protector to persons or property. 1. Unplug this equipment immediately if: • The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. • Liquid has been spilled into the product slits as that proper ventilation is required, contact the Motorola address found in water...
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... available disk space • Powered USB port (version 1.1 or later) • Modem or broadband Internet connection 10 Service Requirements In order to use the MX240a, you to the Internet (see "Computer Requirements" below). • An AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) account. Getting Started Getting Started Overview Your MX240a Wireless Instant Messenger is a shortrange, portable device that allows you must have: • A personal computer connected to simultaneously send and receive instant messages (IMs) and participate...
... available disk space • Powered USB port (version 1.1 or later) • Modem or broadband Internet connection 10 Service Requirements In order to use the MX240a, you to the Internet (see "Computer Requirements" below). • An AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) account. Getting Started Getting Started Overview Your MX240a Wireless Instant Messenger is a shortrange, portable device that allows you must have: • A personal computer connected to simultaneously send and receive instant messages (IMs) and participate...
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... of operational use Motorola Original batteries and battery chargers. The status LED flashes red and a low battery indicator displays on the screen when there is charging. The warranty does not cover damage caused from the USB port. Action 1 Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. Battery Performance • Always use remaining in the handheld unit. Status Light Indicator The status LED glows red when the battery is approximately 10 minutes of time...
... of operational use Motorola Original batteries and battery chargers. The status LED flashes red and a low battery indicator displays on the screen when there is charging. The warranty does not cover damage caused from the USB port. Action 1 Plug the charger into an electrical outlet. Battery Performance • Always use remaining in the handheld unit. Status Light Indicator The status LED glows red when the battery is approximately 10 minutes of time...
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...time to your battery's label for battery type. Contact your local recycling center for a while, store it is normal. Refer to purchase a new battery. If you do not intend to be disposed of time, batteries gradually wear down and require longer charging times. Never dispose of batteries...14 Getting Started • When you charge your battery regularly and notice a decrease in usage time or an increase in charging time, then it uncharged in a fire because they may need to use the battery for proper disposal methods. The rechargeable batteries that power this product must ...
...time to your battery's label for battery type. Contact your local recycling center for a while, store it is normal. Refer to purchase a new battery. If you do not intend to be disposed of time, batteries gradually wear down and require longer charging times. Never dispose of batteries...14 Getting Started • When you charge your battery regularly and notice a decrease in usage time or an increase in charging time, then it uncharged in a fire because they may need to use the battery for proper disposal methods. The rechargeable batteries that power this product must ...
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..., click Next. 7 The Confirm Installation screen opens. Installation and Setup Action 4 The User Information screen opens. If you selected the option for a shortcut to be asked whether you can restrict access to the administrator only or allow shared access to anyone who uses the computer. 5 The Select Installation Folder screen opens. Enter your desktop. Read the option descriptions and make any changes. Click Finish to the desired...
..., click Next. 7 The Confirm Installation screen opens. Installation and Setup Action 4 The User Information screen opens. If you selected the option for a shortcut to be asked whether you can restrict access to the administrator only or allow shared access to anyone who uses the computer. 5 The Select Installation Folder screen opens. Enter your desktop. Read the option descriptions and make any changes. Click Finish to the desired...
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When the base is connected and the PC MX240a software is running on your PC and the base is disconnected from your computer to turn on the handheld unit. If the base is connected. The Welcome screen displays and the power on alert sounds. 17 Handheld Power-Up and Registration To register the handheld unit to the base unit or your computer...
When the base is connected and the PC MX240a software is running on your PC and the base is disconnected from your computer to turn on the handheld unit. If the base is connected. The Welcome screen displays and the power on alert sounds. 17 Handheld Power-Up and Registration To register the handheld unit to the base unit or your computer...
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... Setup from the shortcut menu. 4 From the pulldown list select either Default to set up all your computer desktop to launch the application if it is not already running . Note: To obtain help, click the Help button. 19 If you do not see the MX240a icon on your desktop, click Start on the Windows taskbar and select MX240a in the Programs list...
... Setup from the shortcut menu. 4 From the pulldown list select either Default to set up all your computer desktop to launch the application if it is not already running . Note: To obtain help, click the Help button. 19 If you do not see the MX240a icon on your desktop, click Start on the Windows taskbar and select MX240a in the Programs list...
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..., click the Help button to open the online help screen. Installation and Setup Menu Configuration The configurable items in the menu are: • Connections • Alerts • Options • Security • Diagnostics • Buddy List Connections To choose the proper connection for your MX240a unit: Action 1 Click the Connections tab. 2 Under Internet Connection, click Modem or Local Area Network (LAN). 3 Under Modem Connections, click "Automatically Dial Internet Connection" or "Require Manual Dialing of Internet Connection" (typically...
..., click the Help button to open the online help screen. Installation and Setup Menu Configuration The configurable items in the menu are: • Connections • Alerts • Options • Security • Diagnostics • Buddy List Connections To choose the proper connection for your MX240a unit: Action 1 Click the Connections tab. 2 Under Internet Connection, click Modem or Local Area Network (LAN). 3 Under Modem Connections, click "Automatically Dial Internet Connection" or "Require Manual Dialing of Internet Connection" (typically...
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...; Power On (this alert is not available for user configuration) • New Message • Contact Online • Contact Offline • Message Sent • Service Disconnected • Service Connected • Out of an alert by clicking the slider bar left or right. 21 Installation and Setup "Connecting to stop the play. 5 Increase or decrease the volume of Range • Return to In-Range • Enter Sleep Mode...
...; Power On (this alert is not available for user configuration) • New Message • Contact Online • Contact Offline • Message Sent • Service Disconnected • Service Connected • Out of an alert by clicking the slider bar left or right. 21 Installation and Setup "Connecting to stop the play. 5 Increase or decrease the volume of Range • Return to In-Range • Enter Sleep Mode...
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... satisfied with your screen name and password. When you do this, you instant messages. This option allows you have selected can send you first must log into AOL Instant Messenger (AIM): • Connect to the Internet through your Internet service provider. • Click the Options tab. • Click on Music Editor. Installation and Setup The alert sound you to modify the play rate, scale...
... satisfied with your screen name and password. When you do this, you instant messages. This option allows you have selected can send you first must log into AOL Instant Messenger (AIM): • Connect to the Internet through your Internet service provider. • Click the Options tab. • Click on Music Editor. Installation and Setup The alert sound you to modify the play rate, scale...
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... connections. A login dialog box opens. 3 Select a service to the Internet, then click the Diagnostics tab. 2 Click the Start Test button. A login dialog box opens. 4 Enter your AOL screen name and password, then click OK. Pass or Fail Test Results indicate the status of time, click the "Disable Handhelds Beginning At" box. Installation and Setup To deactivate all handhelds are connected to test (in this case, AOL Instant Messenger...
... connections. A login dialog box opens. 3 Select a service to the Internet, then click the Diagnostics tab. 2 Click the Start Test button. A login dialog box opens. 4 Enter your AOL screen name and password, then click OK. Pass or Fail Test Results indicate the status of time, click the "Disable Handhelds Beginning At" box. Installation and Setup To deactivate all handhelds are connected to test (in this case, AOL Instant Messenger...
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... Instant Messenger to the Internet. Make sure the handheld is plugged into the computer's USB port. If you are using a LAN or broadband connection, make sure the connection is functioning. When a connection fails: Failed Internet Connection Base to Handheld Link USB Link IM Network Service Check If you are using a modem, make sure it is a "powered" Hub. Installation and Setup 25 Make sure the base cable is charged, turned on, and registered with the correct user name and password. Make...
... Instant Messenger to the Internet. Make sure the handheld is plugged into the computer's USB port. If you are using a LAN or broadband connection, make sure the connection is functioning. When a connection fails: Failed Internet Connection Base to Handheld Link USB Link IM Network Service Check If you are using a modem, make sure it is a "powered" Hub. Installation and Setup 25 Make sure the base cable is charged, turned on, and registered with the correct user name and password. Make...
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... a buddy or group and click the xRemove button to delete them from your Buddy List: Action 1 Click the Buddy List tab. 2 Select a service to add a new group. Installation and Setup Buddy List To manage your list. A login display box opens. 3 Enter your handheld. Organize your buddies into 5 or fewer groups for optimal display on your AOL screen name and password, then click OK.
... a buddy or group and click the xRemove button to delete them from your Buddy List: Action 1 Click the Buddy List tab. 2 Select a service to add a new group. Installation and Setup Buddy List To manage your list. A login display box opens. 3 Enter your handheld. Organize your buddies into 5 or fewer groups for optimal display on your AOL screen name and password, then click OK.
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To see which of your buddies is online. 4 Press Talk to switch back to , press ... screen fills with text, up or down arrows are displayed. Sending a Warning To send a warning to the person you receive another message, the name of the buddy you are in the IM session. You will be 36 Using Your MX240a Handheld To receive messages...message, the New Message alert sounds and the LED flashes green if you want to talk to. 2 Press Talk to talk to your buddies. 3 Press Who's On? To switch between conversations, press the option key below the name of the buddy sending the new message...
To see which of your buddies is online. 4 Press Talk to switch back to , press ... screen fills with text, up or down arrows are displayed. Sending a Warning To send a warning to the person you receive another message, the name of the buddy you are in the IM session. You will be 36 Using Your MX240a Handheld To receive messages...message, the New Message alert sounds and the LED flashes green if you want to talk to. 2 Press Talk to talk to your buddies. 3 Press Who's On? To switch between conversations, press the option key below the name of the buddy sending the new message...
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... data, software and applications please create a back up prior to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information USA Phones 1-800-331-6456 Pagers 1-800-548-9954 Two-Way Radios and Messaging Devices 1-800-353-2729 Canada All Products 1-800-461-4575 TTY TTY 1-888-390-6456 For Accessories and Software, please call the telephone number designated above for the product with which they are used...
... data, software and applications please create a back up prior to Obtain Warranty Service or Other Information USA Phones 1-800-331-6456 Pagers 1-800-548-9954 Two-Way Radios and Messaging Devices 1-800-353-2729 Canada All Products 1-800-461-4575 TTY TTY 1-888-390-6456 For Accessories and Software, please call the telephone number designated above for the product with which they are used...
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... and services, or other features that communicates, accesses, or otherwise connects with the Service or any software, program or product that constitute an integral part of such Service. 2. License Agreement for accessing the Service. You may not adapt, alter, modify, translate, or create derivative works of the Software without the express written authorization of this Agreement in any software other instant messaging, Internet, or online service. 48...
... and services, or other features that communicates, accesses, or otherwise connects with the Service or any software, program or product that constitute an integral part of such Service. 2. License Agreement for accessing the Service. You may not adapt, alter, modify, translate, or create derivative works of the Software without the express written authorization of this Agreement in any software other instant messaging, Internet, or online service. 48...
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... Network, if applicable, owns all intellectual property in damages. Construction. Injunctive Relief. You acknowledge that the Software contains AOL's proprietary and confidential information, and that may be construed to reflect the parties' original intent, and the remaining portions remain in the federal and state courts of the Commonwealth of AOL, including America Online, AOL, AOL Instant Messenger, Instant Messenger...
... Network, if applicable, owns all intellectual property in damages. Construction. Injunctive Relief. You acknowledge that the Software contains AOL's proprietary and confidential information, and that may be construed to reflect the parties' original intent, and the remaining portions remain in the federal and state courts of the Commonwealth of AOL, including America Online, AOL, AOL Instant Messenger, Instant Messenger...