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MD7161 User Guide Table of Contents FCC Information vii FCC Compliance Class B Digital Device vii FCC Declaration of Conformity viii Canadian Compliance viii Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement viii Industry Canada CS-03 Declaration of Conformity x Important Safety Instructions xi Welcome 1 Handset Overview...2 Base Unit Overview 3 Getting Started 4 i
MD7161 User Guide Table of Contents FCC Information vii FCC Compliance Class B Digital Device vii FCC Declaration of Conformity viii Canadian Compliance viii Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement viii Industry Canada CS-03 Declaration of Conformity x Important Safety Instructions xi Welcome 1 Handset Overview...2 Base Unit Overview 3 Getting Started 4 i
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MD7161 User Guide Battery Safety Instructions 4 Installing the Battery 5 Charging the Handset Battery 6 Installing the Base Unit 7 Selecting a Location for Your Base Unit 8 Wall Mounting (Optional 9 Basic Operations 11 Handset Display Indicators 11 Base Unit LEDs...12 Making a Call...13 Answering Calls ...14 Ending a Call ...14 Speakerphone Operation 14 ii
MD7161 User Guide Battery Safety Instructions 4 Installing the Battery 5 Charging the Handset Battery 6 Installing the Base Unit 7 Selecting a Location for Your Base Unit 8 Wall Mounting (Optional 9 Basic Operations 11 Handset Display Indicators 11 Base Unit LEDs...12 Making a Call...13 Answering Calls ...14 Ending a Call ...14 Speakerphone Operation 14 ii
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MD7161 User Guide Adjust Handset Volume 15 Temporary Ringer Adjustments 16 Redial Function ...16 Deleting a Redial Listing 17 Mute Function ...17 Locate a Misplaced Handset 18 Phonebook Operations 19 Storing a New Entry 20 Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook 23 Editing a Phonebook Entry 24 Delete a Single Phonebook Entry 24 Caller ID/Call Waiting ID 25 Reviewing Caller ID Records 26 iii
MD7161 User Guide Adjust Handset Volume 15 Temporary Ringer Adjustments 16 Redial Function ...16 Deleting a Redial Listing 17 Mute Function ...17 Locate a Misplaced Handset 18 Phonebook Operations 19 Storing a New Entry 20 Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook 23 Editing a Phonebook Entry 24 Delete a Single Phonebook Entry 24 Caller ID/Call Waiting ID 25 Reviewing Caller ID Records 26 iii
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...provided. xi Unplug this product on the product. 3. This product should never be followed to reduce the risk of the base unit and handset are provided for cleaning. 4. This product should not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a table, shelf... or stand. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product may fall, causing serious damage. 6. MD7161 User Guide Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be placed near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool...
...provided. xi Unplug this product on the product. 3. This product should never be followed to reduce the risk of the base unit and handset are provided for cleaning. 4. This product should not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a table, shelf... or stand. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product may fall, causing serious damage. 6. MD7161 User Guide Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be placed near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or swimming pool...
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MD7161 User Guide 7. This product should be operated only from the type of the base or handset other risks. Opening or removing parts of power source indicated on it to rest on the product. 11. To reduce the risk of fire or ... than specified access doors may expose you are not sure of the type of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset as this product, but take it . 9. Do not install this product where the cord may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could...
MD7161 User Guide 7. This product should be operated only from the type of the base or handset other risks. Opening or removing parts of power source indicated on it to rest on the product. 11. To reduce the risk of fire or ... than specified access doors may expose you are not sure of the type of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset as this product, but take it . 9. Do not install this product where the cord may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could...
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...facility under the following conditions: • When the power supply cord or plug is a remote risk of the leak. 16. Only put the handset of other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is damaged or frayed. • If liquid has been spilled onto the product. • If the product ... in performance. 14. xiii MD7161 User Guide 13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of electric shock from the wall outlet and refer servicing to normal operation. • If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged. •...
...facility under the following conditions: • When the power supply cord or plug is a remote risk of the leak. 16. Only put the handset of other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is damaged or frayed. • If liquid has been spilled onto the product. • If the product ... in performance. 14. xiii MD7161 User Guide 13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of electric shock from the wall outlet and refer servicing to normal operation. • If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged. •...
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LCD display 3. Headset jack (2.5 mm) 6. Redial/Pause 4 16 10. Microphone 12. Phonebook/Scroll up 8 13 9 12 10 11 2 Mute/Delete 5 15 11. Change number format 14. MD7161 User Guide Handset Overview 1. Volume control 16. Speakerphone 2 8. Temporary tone dialing key 3 9. Phone Off/Cancel 15. Intercom 6 14 7 13. Select/Menu 1 4. Earpiece 2. Caller ID/Scroll down 5. Phone On/Flash 7.
LCD display 3. Headset jack (2.5 mm) 6. Redial/Pause 4 16 10. Microphone 12. Phonebook/Scroll up 8 13 9 12 10 11 2 Mute/Delete 5 15 11. Change number format 14. MD7161 User Guide Handset Overview 1. Volume control 16. Speakerphone 2 8. Temporary tone dialing key 3 9. Phone Off/Cancel 15. Intercom 6 14 7 13. Select/Menu 1 4. Earpiece 2. Caller ID/Scroll down 5. Phone On/Flash 7.
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Charging LED 5. Menu options 8. In Use LED 6. Answering machine control keys 12. Volume controls Delete On/Off Record/Memo Skip message/Speed playback Repeat message/Slow playback 3 MD7161 User Guide Base Unit Overview 1. Handset cradle 3. Message display 7. Time set option 10. Change option 9. Mailboxes 11. Page 4. Base unit speaker 2.
Charging LED 5. Menu options 8. In Use LED 6. Answering machine control keys 12. Volume controls Delete On/Off Record/Memo Skip message/Speed playback Repeat message/Slow playback 3 MD7161 User Guide Base Unit Overview 1. Handset cradle 3. Message display 7. Time set option 10. Change option 9. Mailboxes 11. Page 4. Base unit speaker 2.
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...unit or charger. The features are fully functional after you press the keys), charge the handset. If your cordless telephone is 10-12 hours. NOTE: When in use to place the handset in its base when not in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting, and ...to ensure maximum daily performance. It charges automatically whenever the handset is blank and does not activate when you recharge the battery. 6 The initial battery charge time is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. MD7161 User Guide Charging the Handset Battery The handset of eight hours should be sufficient.
...unit or charger. The features are fully functional after you press the keys), charge the handset. If your cordless telephone is 10-12 hours. NOTE: When in use to place the handset in its base when not in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting, and ...to ensure maximum daily performance. It charges automatically whenever the handset is blank and does not activate when you recharge the battery. 6 The initial battery charge time is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. MD7161 User Guide Charging the Handset Battery The handset of eight hours should be sufficient.
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MD7161 User Guide 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. • In locations where there are multiple cordless telephones, install base units as far apart as possible. • Install your telephone equipment away from heat sources and sunlight. • Avoid excessive moisture, dust, or extreme cold. 7
MD7161 User Guide 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. • In locations where there are multiple cordless telephones, install base units as far apart as possible. • Install your telephone equipment away from heat sources and sunlight. • Avoid excessive moisture, dust, or extreme cold. 7
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MD7161 User Guide Basic Operations Handset Display Indicators Icon Description MUTE Turns on when the microphone is muted NEW Turns on when a new call is received and added to the call log Turns on when the ringer is muted r Indicates battery charge status 11
MD7161 User Guide Basic Operations Handset Display Indicators Icon Description MUTE Turns on when the microphone is muted NEW Turns on when a new call is received and added to the call log Turns on when the ringer is muted r Indicates battery charge status 11
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MD7161 User Guide Base Unit LEDs* LED Description in use On when the phone is off-hook or when an extension phone is off-hook charge On when the handset is charging in its base mailbox 1, 2, 3 Flashes when there are new messages in the corresponding mailbox Solid when only old messages are in the corresponding mailbox Turns on when the answering system is on *The charge-only bases have only the Charge LED 12
MD7161 User Guide Base Unit LEDs* LED Description in use On when the phone is off-hook or when an extension phone is off-hook charge On when the handset is charging in its base mailbox 1, 2, 3 Flashes when there are new messages in the corresponding mailbox Solid when only old messages are in the corresponding mailbox Turns on when the answering system is on *The charge-only bases have only the Charge LED 12
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When you hear the dial tone, dial the number. -OREnter the phone number. The phone number appears on the handset, or the v key to use the MUTE/DELETE key to make corrections or press and hold the OFF/CANCEL key to dial the number. 13 Press ON/FLASH to delete the entire number. If necessary, use the speakerphone feature. MD7161 User Guide Making a Call Press the ON/FLASH key on the display before it is dialed.
When you hear the dial tone, dial the number. -OREnter the phone number. The phone number appears on the handset, or the v key to use the MUTE/DELETE key to make corrections or press and hold the OFF/CANCEL key to dial the number. 13 Press ON/FLASH to delete the entire number. If necessary, use the speakerphone feature. MD7161 User Guide Making a Call Press the ON/FLASH key on the display before it is dialed.
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If you to the first call . To switch between speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. 14 Ending a Call Press the OFF/CANCEL key or place the handset in speakerphone. Speakerphone Operation Each handset has a built-in the base unit to answer the second call . Press ON/FLASH again to return to have hands-free conversations-just stand the handset upright on a table or desktop. This feature allows you subscribe to call waiting: Press the ON/FLASH key to end the call . MD7161 User Guide Answering Calls Press ON/FLASH, v, or any digit key (0 through 9) to answer a call .
If you to the first call . To switch between speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. 14 Ending a Call Press the OFF/CANCEL key or place the handset in speakerphone. Speakerphone Operation Each handset has a built-in the base unit to answer the second call . Press ON/FLASH again to return to have hands-free conversations-just stand the handset upright on a table or desktop. This feature allows you subscribe to call waiting: Press the ON/FLASH key to end the call . MD7161 User Guide Answering Calls Press ON/FLASH, v, or any digit key (0 through 9) to answer a call .
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MD7161 User Guide Adjust Handset Volume Press the VOL keys on the right side of the handset to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. Volume up\down When you reach the maximum or minimum setting, a double beep will sound. 15
MD7161 User Guide Adjust Handset Volume Press the VOL keys on the right side of the handset to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. Volume up\down When you reach the maximum or minimum setting, a double beep will sound. 15
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...ON/FLASH or v key to view the last five numbers dialed. MD7161 User Guide Temporary Ringer Adjustments When the handset is ringing, to silence the ringer, press OFF/CANCEL or MUTE/DELETE, or adjust the ringer level to 32 digits). 2. Press the REDIAL/PAUSE key to display the last telephone ...number dialed from the handset (up to 0 by using the handset volume keys. A double beep will return to exit the redial review list without dialing ...
...ON/FLASH or v key to view the last five numbers dialed. MD7161 User Guide Temporary Ringer Adjustments When the handset is ringing, to silence the ringer, press OFF/CANCEL or MUTE/DELETE, or adjust the ringer level to 32 digits). 2. Press the REDIAL/PAUSE key to display the last telephone ...number dialed from the handset (up to 0 by using the handset volume keys. A double beep will return to exit the redial review list without dialing ...
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To end the page, press ON/FLASH, v, or any dial pad key (0 through 9, *, #) on the handset, or press PAGE again on a handset stops the paging for that handset only. 18 NOTE: Pressing OFF/CANCEL on the base unit. MD7161 User Guide Locate a Misplaced Handset From the base unit, press the PAGE key to locate lost handsets. The handsets will beep and BASE IS PAGING appears on the display.
To end the page, press ON/FLASH, v, or any dial pad key (0 through 9, *, #) on the handset, or press PAGE again on a handset stops the paging for that handset only. 18 NOTE: Pressing OFF/CANCEL on the base unit. MD7161 User Guide Locate a Misplaced Handset From the base unit, press the PAGE key to locate lost handsets. The handsets will beep and BASE IS PAGING appears on the display.
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... with names. Only one handset can store up to all system handsets, and if you have multiple handsets registered to access the phonebook, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears on the handset display. 19 MD7161 User Guide Phonebook Operations Your handset can access the phonebook at one handset are available to 32 digits for the number and 16...
... with names. Only one handset can store up to all system handsets, and if you have multiple handsets registered to access the phonebook, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears on the handset display. 19 MD7161 User Guide Phonebook Operations Your handset can access the phonebook at one handset are available to 32 digits for the number and 16...
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To add a pause, while entering the phone number, press and hold the PAUSE key. • If there is connected to an automated system, you are saving is a duplicate number in the number. MD7161 User Guide NOTES: • If the phonebook is full, the handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL. • If the number you may wish to synchronize. A pause allows the key presses and the automated system to insert pauses in the phonebook, NUMBER ALREADY IN PHONEBOOK appears. 22
To add a pause, while entering the phone number, press and hold the PAUSE key. • If there is connected to an automated system, you are saving is a duplicate number in the number. MD7161 User Guide NOTES: • If the phonebook is full, the handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL. • If the number you may wish to synchronize. A pause allows the key presses and the automated system to insert pauses in the phonebook, NUMBER ALREADY IN PHONEBOOK appears. 22
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...the SEL/MENU key. 2. For numbers longer than 16 digits, only the first 13 digits appear. Scroll to 16 digits. Scroll through the phonebook entries using the scroll keys or enter the first character of the display will show the phone number, up to and select REVIEW. Scroll to dial...FLASH or v to and select PHONEBOOK. 3. Press the * or # key to scroll the phone number to see the additional digits. MD7161 User Guide Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook When not on a call, press pbk, and the handset jumps directly into phonebook review mode. The first phonebook entry is listed.
...the SEL/MENU key. 2. For numbers longer than 16 digits, only the first 13 digits appear. Scroll to 16 digits. Scroll through the phonebook entries using the scroll keys or enter the first character of the display will show the phone number, up to and select REVIEW. Scroll to dial...FLASH or v to and select PHONEBOOK. 3. Press the * or # key to scroll the phone number to see the additional digits. MD7161 User Guide Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook When not on a call, press pbk, and the handset jumps directly into phonebook review mode. The first phonebook entry is listed.