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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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... a soft surface such as a table, shelf or stand. This product should always be followed to reduce the risk of the base unit and handset are provided for cleaning. 4. MD7161 User Guide Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should never be placed near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or swimming...
... a soft surface such as a table, shelf or stand. This product should always be followed to reduce the risk of the base unit and handset are provided for cleaning. 4. MD7161 User Guide Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should never be placed near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or swimming...
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... electric shock. 10. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this product through slots in the base or handset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of any kind into...of fire or electric shock. Do not allow anything to an authorized service facility. Never push objects of the base or handset other than specified access doors may have anyone walking on the product. 11. Incorrect reassembling can result in your home,... type of power supply in the risk of power source indicated on the power cord. MD7161 User Guide 7.
... electric shock. 10. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this product through slots in the base or handset as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of any kind into...of fire or electric shock. Do not allow anything to an authorized service facility. Never push objects of the base or handset other than specified access doors may have anyone walking on the product. 11. Incorrect reassembling can result in your home,... type of power supply in the risk of power source indicated on the power cord. MD7161 User Guide 7.
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MD7161 User Guide 13. Avoid using a telephone (other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by following ... 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. • If the product exhibits a distinct change in normal talk mode. Unplug this product from lightning. 15....to restore the product to an authorized service facility under the following the operating instructions. Only put the handset of other than cordless) during an electrical storm. xiii
MD7161 User Guide 13. Avoid using a telephone (other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by following ... 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. • If the product exhibits a distinct change in normal talk mode. Unplug this product from lightning. 15....to restore the product to an authorized service facility under the following the operating instructions. Only put the handset of other than cordless) during an electrical storm. xiii
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Caller ID/Scroll down 5. Speakerphone 2 8. Mute/Delete 5 15 11. Phone Off/Cancel 15. Phonebook/Scroll up 8 13 9 12 10 11 2 Microphone 12. Volume control 16. Headset jack (2.5 mm) 6. Intercom 6 14 7 13. Select/Menu 1 4. Temporary tone dialing key 3 9. Change number format 14. LCD display 3. Phone On/Flash 7. Redial/Pause 4 16 10. Earpiece 2. MD7161 User Guide Handset Overview 1.
Caller ID/Scroll down 5. Speakerphone 2 8. Mute/Delete 5 15 11. Phone Off/Cancel 15. Phonebook/Scroll up 8 13 9 12 10 11 2 Microphone 12. Volume control 16. Headset jack (2.5 mm) 6. Intercom 6 14 7 13. Select/Menu 1 4. Temporary tone dialing key 3 9. Change number format 14. LCD display 3. Phone On/Flash 7. Redial/Pause 4 16 10. Earpiece 2. MD7161 User Guide Handset Overview 1.
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Menu options 8. Time set option 10. Page 4. In Use LED 6. Change option 9. Charging LED 5. Base unit speaker 2. Volume controls Delete On/Off Record/Memo Skip message/Speed playback Repeat message/Slow playback 3 Mailboxes 11. Answering machine control keys 12. Handset cradle 3. Message display 7. MD7161 User Guide Base Unit Overview 1.
Menu options 8. Time set option 10. Page 4. In Use LED 6. Change option 9. Charging LED 5. Base unit speaker 2. Volume controls Delete On/Off Record/Memo Skip message/Speed playback Repeat message/Slow playback 3 Mailboxes 11. Answering machine control keys 12. Handset cradle 3. Message display 7. MD7161 User Guide Base Unit Overview 1.
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...base unit or charger. If your cordless telephone is blank and does not activate when you recharge the battery. 6 The features are fully functional after you press the keys), charge the handset. MD7161 User Guide Charging the Handset Battery The handset of eight hours should be sufficient.... It charges automatically whenever the handset is 10-12 hours. The initial battery charge time is in use to...
...base unit or charger. If your cordless telephone is blank and does not activate when you recharge the battery. 6 The features are fully functional after you press the keys), charge the handset. MD7161 User Guide Charging the Handset Battery The handset of eight hours should be sufficient.... It charges automatically whenever the handset is 10-12 hours. The initial battery charge time is in use to...
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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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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. When you hear the dial tone, dial the number. -OREnter the phone number.
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Speakerphone Operation Each handset has a built-in the base unit to end the call. Press ON/FLASH again to return to answer a call. Ending a Call Press the OFF/CANCEL key or place the handset in speakerphone. To switch between speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. 14 This feature allows you subscribe to call waiting: Press the ON/FLASH key 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 the first call. If you 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 answer a call. Ending a Call Press the OFF/CANCEL key or place the handset in speakerphone. To switch between speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. 14 This feature allows you subscribe to call waiting: Press the ON/FLASH key 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 the first call. If you to answer the second 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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...to dial the highlighted number. MD7161 User Guide Temporary Ringer Adjustments When the handset is temporary. Press the REDIAL/PAUSE key to display the last telephone number dialed from the handset (up to view the last five numbers dialed. Use the scroll keys to 32 digits). 2. Redial Function 1. A... double beep will return to 0 by using the handset volume keys. This adjustment is ringing, to silence the ...
...to dial the highlighted number. MD7161 User Guide Temporary Ringer Adjustments When the handset is temporary. Press the REDIAL/PAUSE key to display the last telephone number dialed from the handset (up to view the last five numbers dialed. Use the scroll keys to 32 digits). 2. Redial Function 1. A... double beep will return to 0 by using the handset volume keys. This adjustment is ringing, to silence the ...
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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 the display. 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 base unit. NOTE: Pressing OFF/CANCEL on a handset stops the paging for that handset only. 18
To end the page, press ON/FLASH, v, or any dial pad key (0 through 9, *, #) on the handset, or press PAGE again on the display. 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 base unit. NOTE: Pressing OFF/CANCEL on a handset stops the paging for that handset only. 18
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... 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 50 numbers with names. MD7161 User Guide Phonebook Operations Your handset can access the phonebook at one handset are available to access the 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 50 numbers with names. MD7161 User Guide Phonebook Operations Your handset can access the phonebook at one handset are available to access the phonebook...
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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 may wish to synchronize. 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.
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 may wish to synchronize. 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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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. Press the * or # key to scroll the phone number to and select PHONEBOOK. 3. Scroll to dial the number.... 23 Scroll through the phonebook entries using the digit keys) and continue navigating. ...
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. Press the * or # key to scroll the phone number to and select PHONEBOOK. 3. Scroll to dial the number.... 23 Scroll through the phonebook entries using the digit keys) and continue navigating. ...