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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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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 in the back or bottom of fire, electric ... register. To protect them from the wall outlet before cleaning. This product should not be followed to reduce the risk of the base unit and handset are provided for cleaning. 4.
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 in the back or bottom of fire, electric ... register. To protect them from the wall outlet before cleaning. This product should not be followed to reduce the risk of the base unit and handset are provided for cleaning. 4.
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... not disassemble this can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used. 12. To reduce the risk of power supply in the base or handset as this product, but take it . 9. xii If you to dangerous voltages or other than specified access doors may have anyone walking on it to... risk of fire or electric shock. 10. Opening or removing parts of any kind on the marking label. Never push objects of the base or handset other risks. Never spill liquid of power source indicated on the product. 11...
... not disassemble this can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used. 12. To reduce the risk of power supply in the base or handset as this product, but take it . 9. xii If you to dangerous voltages or other than specified access doors may have anyone walking on it to... risk of fire or electric shock. 10. Opening or removing parts of any kind on the marking label. Never push objects of the base or handset other risks. Never spill liquid of power source indicated on the product. 11...
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... operate normally by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation. • If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged. • If the product exhibits a distinct change in damage and often requires extensive work by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those... that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of your telephone next to report a gas leak in normal talk mode. Only put the handset of other than cordless) during an electrical storm. MD7161 User Guide 13.
... operate normally by an authorized technician to restore the product to normal operation. • If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been damaged. • If the product exhibits a distinct change in damage and often requires extensive work by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those... that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of your telephone next to report a gas leak in normal talk mode. Only put the handset of other than cordless) during an electrical storm. MD7161 User Guide 13.
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Headset jack (2.5 mm) 6. Temporary tone dialing key 3 9. Caller ID/Scroll down 5. Phone Off/Cancel 15. Volume control 16. Phonebook/Scroll up 8 13 9 12 10 11 2 LCD display 3. Microphone 12. Change number format 14. Redial/Pause 4 16 10. Intercom 6 14 7 13. Speakerphone 2 8. MD7161 User Guide Handset Overview 1. Earpiece 2. Select/Menu 1 4. Phone On/Flash 7. Mute/Delete 5 15 11.
Headset jack (2.5 mm) 6. Temporary tone dialing key 3 9. Caller ID/Scroll down 5. Phone Off/Cancel 15. Volume control 16. Phonebook/Scroll up 8 13 9 12 10 11 2 LCD display 3. Microphone 12. Change number format 14. Redial/Pause 4 16 10. Intercom 6 14 7 13. Speakerphone 2 8. MD7161 User Guide Handset Overview 1. Earpiece 2. Select/Menu 1 4. Phone On/Flash 7. Mute/Delete 5 15 11.
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Time set option 10. Page 4. In Use LED 6. Base unit speaker 2. Volume controls Delete On/Off Record/Memo Skip message/Speed playback Repeat message/Slow playback 3 MD7161 User Guide Base Unit Overview 1. Change option 9. Handset cradle 3. Message display 7. Mailboxes 11. Charging LED 5. Menu options 8. Answering machine control keys 12.
Time set option 10. Page 4. In Use LED 6. Base unit speaker 2. Volume controls Delete On/Off Record/Memo Skip message/Speed playback Repeat message/Slow playback 3 MD7161 User Guide Base Unit Overview 1. Change option 9. Handset cradle 3. Message display 7. Mailboxes 11. Charging LED 5. Menu options 8. Answering machine control keys 12.
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Be sure to ensure maximum daily performance. MD7161 User Guide Charging the Handset Battery The handset of eight hours should be sufficient. NOTE: When in use to place the handset in its base when not in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting, and speakerphone features will not ...are fully functional after you press the keys), charge the handset. If your cordless telephone is in the base unit or charger. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of your handset displays a PLACE IN CHARGER message, or the handset is completely dormant (the LCD is 10-12 hours....
Be sure to ensure maximum daily performance. MD7161 User Guide Charging the Handset Battery The handset of eight hours should be sufficient. NOTE: When in use to place the handset in its base when not in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting, and speakerphone features will not ...are fully functional after you press the keys), charge the handset. If your cordless telephone is in the base unit or charger. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of your handset displays a PLACE IN CHARGER message, or the handset is completely dormant (the LCD is 10-12 hours....
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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 MD7161 User Guide Installing the Base Unit IMPORTANT!
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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 If necessary, use the speakerphone feature. Press ON/FLASH to delete the entire number. 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 If necessary, use the speakerphone feature. Press ON/FLASH to delete the entire number. MD7161 User Guide Making a Call Press the ON/FLASH key on the display before it is dialed.
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Ending a Call Press the OFF/CANCEL key or place the handset in speakerphone. This feature allows you subscribe to call waiting: Press the ON/FLASH key to answer the second call . Speakerphone Operation Each handset has a built-in the base unit to end the call . Press ON/FLASH again to return to the first call . If you to have hands-free conversations-just stand the handset upright on a table or desktop. MD7161 User Guide Answering Calls Press ON/FLASH, v, or any digit key (0 through 9) to answer a 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. This feature allows you subscribe to call waiting: Press the ON/FLASH key to answer the second call . Speakerphone Operation Each handset has a built-in the base unit to end the call . Press ON/FLASH again to return to the first call . If you to have hands-free conversations-just stand the handset upright on a table or desktop. MD7161 User Guide Answering Calls Press ON/FLASH, v, or any digit key (0 through 9) to answer a call . To switch between speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. 14
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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 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.
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... dialed from the handset (up to its normal setting once the call is answered or the ringing stops. The ringer volume will sound when you reach the beginning or the end of the redial list. 3. A double beep will return to 32 digits). 2. Redial Function 1. 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 exit...
... dialed from the handset (up to its normal setting once the call is answered or the ringing stops. The ringer volume will sound when you reach the beginning or the end of the redial list. 3. A double beep will return to 32 digits). 2. Redial Function 1. 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 exit...
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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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... a common phonebook stored in the base unit. NOTES: If you delete a phonebook entry, it disappears from all system handsets, and if you have multiple handsets registered to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name. Each memory location holds up to access the phonebook, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears...
... a common phonebook stored in the base unit. NOTES: If you delete a phonebook entry, it disappears from all system handsets, and if you have multiple handsets registered to 32 digits for the number and 16 characters for the name. Each memory location holds up to access the phonebook, NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME appears...
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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 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 MD7161 User Guide NOTES: • If the phonebook is full, the handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL. • If the number you are saving is a duplicate number in the number.
To add a pause, while entering the phone number, press and hold the PAUSE key. • If there is connected to an automated system, 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 MD7161 User Guide NOTES: • If the phonebook is full, the handset will display PHONEBOOK IS FULL. • If the number you are saving is a duplicate number in the number.
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...23 OR - 1. For numbers longer than 16 digits, only the first 13 digits appear. The first phonebook entry is listed. MD7161 User Guide Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook When not on a call, press pbk, and the handset jumps directly into phonebook review mode. Scroll to... see the additional digits. Scroll through the phonebook entries using the digit keys) and continue navigating. - Press the * or # key to scroll the phone...
...23 OR - 1. For numbers longer than 16 digits, only the first 13 digits appear. The first phonebook entry is listed. MD7161 User Guide Reviewing/Dialing from the Phonebook When not on a call, press pbk, and the handset jumps directly into phonebook review mode. Scroll to... see the additional digits. Scroll through the phonebook entries using the digit keys) and continue navigating. - Press the * or # key to scroll the phone...