
User’s Guide >MD490 SeriesDigital 2.4 GHzCordless Telephone System4110W32o.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 16, 2003 2:02 PM
8Important Safety Instructions8. Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Using other power supplies may damage the unit. 9. Because cordle
9ContentsWelcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1FCC and Interference Information. . . . . . . . . . . . .
10Using the Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Making a Call Using the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Making a Call
11Erasing the Outgoing Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Setting the Number of RingsBefore the Answering Machine Picks Up . . . . . 42Setting t
12Getting StartedGetting StartedTo set up your Motorola digital cordless phone system:1. Install optional backup batteries in the base station and plu
13Getting StartedPowering the Base Station and Phone Line ConnectionImportant: Before installing or handling batteries, please read the Battery Safety
14Getting StartedWall Mounting the Base StationThe base station can be mounted on a wall instead of placed on a flat surface.1. Remove the twist-tie f
15Getting Started6. Plug the other end of the telephone cord into the back of the base station.7. Plug the power cord into a power outlet, if not alre
16Getting StartedBase Station Controls Expansion Handset Controlspagedelin use/voice mailcharge/pagememo031388oNavigationkeyRecord a memoLeft soft key
17Getting StartedUsing the Soft KeysThe left and right soft keys on the base station and expansion handsets perform the function displayed above them.
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18Getting StartedUsing the DisplaysYour phone has a display on the base station. Expansion handsets have a display on the front of them. The base stat
19Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsSetting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsIf you have expansion handsets, they do not need to be plugg
20Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsCharging the Expansion HandsetsPlace the handset in the charging base. The LED is solid red when the han
21Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsPersonalizing Your Phone SystemYou can personalize the base station and each expansion handset by settin
22Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsNaming the Base Station or an Expansion HandsetWhen you register an expansion handset, it is assigned a
23Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsIf you name an expansion handset, the handset number remains part of the name, for example, Kitchen(2).A
24Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsEntering TextPress each button on the keypad the indicated number of times shown in the table below to e
25Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion Handsets•11-digit formatYou have to dial the 1 + 3-digit area code + 7-digit phone number to call numbers in thi
26Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsSetting the Date and TimeNote: If you subscribe to a caller ID service, the date and time is automatical
27Setting Up Your Phone and Expansion HandsetsSetting the Display LanguageSetting Touch Tone or Pulse DialingYour phone is set to touch-tone dialing a
1 WelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of a Motorola product! Product registration is an important step. Registering helps us facilitate warranty s
28Using the Basic FunctionsUsing the Basic FunctionsMaking a Call Using the Base StationPickup the corded handset or press ON. When you hear the dial
29Using the Basic FunctionsIf you have call waiting service, press ON to answer the second call.Adjusting the Speakerphone Volume on the Base Station
30Using the Basic FunctionsAdjusting the Volume During a Call on the Expansion HandsetSwitching Between the Handset and SpeakerphonePress Handsfree.Mu
31Using the Basic FunctionsRedialing a NumberTo redial the most recently dialed number:To redial one of the last 5 numbers you dialed:If a number in t
32Using the Basic FunctionsSaving a Number in the PhonebookStoring numbers in the phonebook makes it easy to dial numbers you call frequently. You can
33Using the Basic FunctionsTo store a recently called number in the phonebook:Note: You can also store a number in the phonebook from the caller ID li
34Using the Basic FunctionsCalling a Number from the PhonebookEditing a Phonebook EntryAction1Press PHONEBK (a).2Press c until points to the entry y
35Using the Basic FunctionsDeleting a Phonebook EntryInserting Pauses in a NumberAt the position where you want to insert a pause, press # twice, P ap
36Using the Basic FunctionsReviewing the List of Caller ID CallsThe base station and each expansion handset can hold up to 40 caller ID records. To re
37Using the Basic FunctionsStore a Caller ID Number in the PhonebookNote: To modify the name or number before storing it, press DELETE (a) to backspac
2FCC and Interference InformationFCC and Interference InformationThis equipment complies with Parts 15 and 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements ad
38Using the Basic FunctionsDeleting Caller ID CallsAction1From the caller ID list, press OPTIONS (a).2Scroll (c) to Delete (to delete the current call
39Answering MachineAnswering MachineThe answering machine stores up to 15 minutes or record time of messages and/or memos. You can listen to your mess
40Answering MachineOutgoing Message (OGM) GreetingYou can record a personal outgoing message greeting that plays when you receive a call and you do no
41Answering MachineErasing the Outgoing MessageNote: You cannot erase the default message.4Scroll (c) to Default OGM or Recorded OGM and press SELECT
42Answering MachineSetting the Number of Rings Before the Answering Machine Picks UpSetting the Security ID NumberThe security ID number allows you to
43Answering MachineSetting the Voice Prompts (Canadian models only)You can choose between English or French voice prompts. Recording a MemoPress d on
44Answering MachineChecking Messages from an Expansion Handset Action1Press MENU (a), scroll (c) to Messages, and press SELECT (a).2Scroll (c) to the
45Answering Machine✂Checking Messages Remotely from a Touch-Tone Phone For your convenience, cut this page out and take it with you so you’ll have it
46Answering Machine✂Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
47Advanced FeaturesAdvanced FeaturesTo use some of the advance features, you need at least 2 (up to 4) expansion handsets registered to the base stati
3FCC and Interference Information•If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this co
48Advanced FeaturesConference CallingIf one handset is already on a call, the display on other handsets registered to the same base station shows Line
49Advanced FeaturesUsing the IntercomIntercom SetupYou can set up a handset or base station so it automatically answers an intercom page after 1 or 3
50Advanced FeaturesHandset to Handset IntercomTo turn the speakerphone on or off, press Handsfree.To mute or unmute the sound, press MUTE (a) or UNMUT
51Advanced FeaturesTransferring a Call from One Handset to AnotherUnannounced TransferAnnounced TransferAction1Press HOLD (a).2Press Intercom.3Scroll
52Advanced FeaturesUsing the Handset as a Walkie TalkieThe walkie talkie feature lets you talk handset to handset even when the handsets are out of ra
53Advanced FeaturesMonitoring a RoomRoom monitoring allows you to place a handset in a room and listen to the sounds in that room from another handset
54Motorola Limited Warranty for the United States and CanadaMotorola Limited WarrantyWhat Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions containe
55EXCLUSIONSNormal Wear and Tear. Periodic maintenance, repair and replacement of parts due to normal wear and tear are excluded from coverage.Batteri
56Unauthorized Service or Modification. Defects or damages resulting from service, testing, adjustment, installation, maintenance, alteration, or modi
57Who is Covered? This warranty extends only to the first consumer purchaser, and is not transferable.What will Motorola Do? Motorola, at its option,
4FCC and Interference InformationInterference InformationThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
58What Other Limitations Are There? ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A P
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5FCC and Interference InformationIf these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television te
6Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety InstructionsFollow these safety precautions when using your cordless phone to reduce the risk of fire,
7Important Safety InstructionsUnplug this cordless phone immediately from an outlet if:•The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. •Liquid has been
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