Part No. P0942257 04 Part No. P094225 T7406 Cordless Telephone Installation Guide Read all documentation before proceeding with installation of this unit. Warning: First-time battery charge Follow this procedure for the first-time charge of your handset battery packs and when you first set up your T7406 system. Failure to follow all of these steps can result in operational difficulties. Ensure that the battery pack is fully charged before you attempt to use your T7406 handset for the first time.
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Contents / 3 Contents Provisioning the T7406 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Operational Bandwidths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Operational Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Installation Site Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 RF LANs (Radio Frequency Local Area Networks) . . 9 Telephone-to-Base Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Environmental Layout Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . .
/ Contents Charging the T7406 Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 First-time Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Handset Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Low battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Recharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Battery levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Handset Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents / 5 Hold calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Mute microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Customize a handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Backlight On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Helpful hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Provisioning the T7406 / 7 Provisioning the T7406 This chapter provides specification and provisioning information for the T7406 cordless system. The T7406 is a Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) cordless telephone. The benefits of this technology are: improved range, robustness and, less susceptibility to interference, fading and multipath. The use of a common wall-mounted base station for multiple handsets allows you to position the base antennas for maximum performance and coverage.
/ Provisioning the T7406 Another example is an environment that already contains another 900 Mhz device (e.g. a scanner with 900 Mhz wireless connection to a LAN). In this environment, only one T7406 base station should be installed. Set the T7406 base station dip switch to the opposite band that the scanner is operating in.
Provisioning the T7406 / 9 RF LANs (Radio Frequency Local Area Networks) RF LANs are primarily installed in large chain businesses such as retail and grocery where the RF LAN is used for inventory equipment. With the correct selection of the T7406 operating band, the RF LAN operating at 900 MHz does not pose an operating issue for T7406 nor does the T7406 pose issues for the RF LAN with respect to data transmission capabilities.
/ Provisioning the T7406 Environmental Layout Considerations The following facility layouts are examples of reference building footprints for which the T7406 is most suited. 1. The Storefront • under 929 square meters/10,0000 square feet • Open environments with few interior barriers 30.5 m/100 ft. 30.5 m/ 100 ft. Diagonal measurement is 44 m/ 144 ft. 46 m/150 ft. 46 m/ 150 ft. Diagonal measurement is 55 m/180 ft. 2.
Provisioning the T7406 / 11 3. Combination Office/Warehouse • Various Small Businesses • Typically under 1,394 square meters/15,000 square feet • Mixture of closed offices and open spaces Typical facility with both office and warehousing combined in one operation. Some transmission path loss in expected with the presence of dense firewall and racking/shelves filled with dense materials. Consider placing base station in largest room. Range will be limited in this situation. 30.5 m/ 100 ft. 61 m/ 200 ft.
/ Provisioning the T7406 Environments Unsuitable for the T7406 Campus Environment (multiple buildings on one site) The campus environment is not a suitable application for the T7406. For this type of environment, contact your authorized Nortel Networks distributor to discuss alternatives. 95 m/ 300 ft. Bldg. B Bldg. A 107 m/ 350 ft. 1 4 2 GHI 7 PQRS 5 ABC 3 DEF JKL 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ 0 # Bldg. C Bldg. E P0942257 04 Bldg.
Provisioning the T7406 / 13 Powering the T7406 The T7406 design has taken into account the need to provide a reliablypowered cordless business telephone. The T7406 utilizes premium 1400 mAh NiMh batteries. A fully charged 1400 mAh battery should provide four to five hours of talk time in a typical eight-hour day over, approximately, a three-year service life.
/ Provisioning the T7406 • A fully depleted 1400 mAh battery will be restored to full charge in three hours. • The handset charge light will turn from red to green to indicate that the handset battery is fully charged and ready for use. • The T7406 charge stand provides a rear port as a trickle charger that charges a fully depleted 1400 mAh battery in 12 to 14 hours. Specifications Frequency band Half of the 900 MHz ISM band: either 902 to 915 MHz or 915.
Important battery pack information / 15 Important battery pack information Before you use the T7406 cordless handset, read the following information. This unit contains a rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery: • Follow the proper installation and charging procedures for the T7406 battery pack. Refer to Charging the T7406 Battery Pack on page 24. • The rechargeable battery pack must be fully charged before you use the T7406 handset for the first time.
/ About your T7406 telephone About your T7406 telephone The T7406 is a multiple-handset, single-base cordless telephone system. The T7406 telephone provides a fully-integrated mobility solution for your business. The T7406 handset allows you to freely move around your work space while on a call, and still maintain access to all your telephone system features.
About your T7406 telephone / 17 Each base station must use a separate ISM half band. For more information about setting the dip switches, refer to Installing the Base Station on page 21. If other devices operating on the ISM band interfere with the T7406 base, the other half of the band may be used to try to minimize interference. In this situation, install only one base station and three handsets per location. Spare Parts You can order spare parts for your T7406 telephone.
/ Handset Overview Handset parts list ® ≥ 1 2 ABC 4 GHI 5 JKL 6 MNO 8 TUV 9 WXYZ 0 # 7 PQRS 3 DEF Handset Charger Handset card (2) and Plastic lens (1) Battery pack (2) Power adapter Belt clip Wrist strap Handset Overview The handset automatically links with the base station by searching for the base station signal when the following are completed: • battery is charged • base station and handset are powered • handset identification is configured • base station Security Code is assig
Handset Overview / 19 Handset Signal Detection You can monitor the handset signal strength while moving to different locations. The antenna/signal strength and battery icons appear on the handset display. When you move too far from the base station, the following occurs on the handset: • the antenna/signal strength icon disappears • Out of range...
/ Handset Overview Handset Features Antenna Light collar Flashes during ringing calls. Display Shows the time, date, call information, handset status icons and guides you while using features. Memory and line buttons Buttons for one touch dialing, feature operations, line access or answering a line. Display buttons Starts or cancels a feature. Cancels active calls. Places calls on hold.
Installing the Base Station / 21 Installing the Base Station This section describes the base station and: • how to mount the base station on a wall • what programming is required before you connect the base station to your system • how to connect the base station to your system The T7406 cordless telephone operates on the same principle as a twoway radio. Therefore, the location of the base station affects the range of reception.
/ Installing the Base Station Mounting Bracket Mounting bracket Notches match to bracket. T7406 Pre-installation Programming Before connecting the T7406 base station to your system, you must set up system programming for the handset lines. Have the system administrator set up this programming: 1. Program Handsfree to Auto. 2. Program a maximum of three lines to each handset. 3. Assign Ring & Appear on the lines you assign to the handset.
Installing the Base Station / 23 Before you start • Ensure there is an AC power outlet within 1.5 meters (5 feet) of the base station location. • Ensure that the telephone lines from your system have been installed to the base station location. Mounting and Connecting the Base Station Follow these steps to mount and connect each base station. 1. Use the mounting bracket as a template to position the base station and mark the screw positions. 2.
/ Charging the T7406 Battery Pack 5. 6. Align the notches on the back of the base station with the mounting bracket on the wall. Push the base station against the brackets until they are securely connected. For the best radio reception, make sure the antenna on the base station is always at a 90° angle to the base station. Charging the T7406 Battery Pack Warning: It is imperative that you follow the steps in this section when you first initialize a base station and configure the first handset.
Charging the T7406 Battery Pack / 25 First-time Charging When you first setup your new handset, follow these steps to charge the battery and install it into the handset: 1. Charge the battery pack in the back battery port of the charger for a minimum of 30 minutes. 2. Install the battery pack in the handset. 3. Charge the battery pack in the handset for a minimum of three hours. 4. Trickle charge a spare battery pack in the back battery port of the charger for 12 hours.
/ Charging the T7406 Battery Pack Note: Make sure the battery is properly installed in the handset or seated in the charger. If the T7406 battery is not properly installed, or if the battery level is extremely low, the six programmable buttons may light or flash simultaneously. This may also happen when the handset is in the charger. Exchange the handset battery pack regularly (once a week) if you have a second (spare) battery pack. The spare battery pack trickle charges in approximately 12 hours.
Handset Configuration / 27 Battery levels The following icons appear on the display. Indicates battery pack is fully charged. Indicates battery pack is 2/3 charged. Indicates battery pack is 1/3 charged. Indicates battery pack is completely discharged. Note: The battery level icons show approximate charge status values. You can talk continuously for up to five hours on the handset with a fully charged 1400 mAh battery pack. A fully charged battery pack has a standby time up to 72 hours.
/ Handset Configuration If you install more than one base station on a system, ensure that you assign a unique Security code to each base station. However, all base stations have the same three Handset ID numbers (1, 2, or 3), which identify the handset to the base station. Identifying the Handsets to the System Each of the three handsets registered to a base station share an identical Security code, but each handset has a unique handset ID number of 1, 2, or 3.
Handset Configuration / 29 Assigning the Handset to the Base Station When you assign the first handset to a base station, you must send the security code to the base station. For subsequent handsets, you only need to identify the security code on the handset itself. This is explained in detail in later sections.
/ Handset Configuration Using the Handset Display Buttons The T7406 handset has a three-line display. The three display buttons located under the display are used to interact with the handset menus and the feature code messages that appear on the display. • The first line of Ring Again? Feature message the display shows handset NO EXIT YES Button label messages and Display icons menu items. • The second line displays Display button button labels in capital letters.
Handset Configuration / 31 • If you want to change the number, follow these steps: a. Press CHANGE. The display shows Enter Password. (six digits) b. Enter the default password (000000). c. Press OK to accept the code. The display shows Press Digit 1 - 3. The current Handset ID # is displayed on the bottom left of the LCD. d. Press the digit that you want to assign to this handset. e. Press OK. The display shows 6. Handset ID.
/ Handset Configuration 6. 7. 8. 9. Press OK. The display shows Confirm New PWD. Re-enter the password. Press OK. The display shows PWD Changed!. Press the Options button to exit the Option menu The display changes to show the date and time. Password errors If you enter an incorrect password and the display shows PWD Error!, return to the 7. Chg Password menu item and try again. Lost password Make a note of the new password.
Setting Handset Features / 33 If you are assigning the first handset to a new base station (which has no security code), continue with the following steps: 9. The display shows 4. Set S.S. Code :, press NEXT to get ready to send the security code to the base station. The display shows 5. Send S.S. Code. 10. Unplug the AC power adapter connected to the base station, and plug it back in again. 11. Within 15 seconds, press and hold the OK button for five seconds.
/ Setting Handset Features 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the Options button. Press SHOW. The display shows 1. Ring Type. Press SHOW. The display shows Ring Type :1. Note: There is also a Ringer Off setting. Press CHANGE to listen to the four different rings available on your handset. Press OK to accept the ring type of your choice. Press the Options button to exit the Option menu. The display changes to show the date and time. Note: Ring Type can only be set through the Option menu on the handset.
Setting Handset Features / 35 Press NEXT until: The display shows 3. Lock Handset. 4. Press OK to lock the handset. The display shows Handset Locked. 5. Press the Options button to exit the Option menu. The display changes to show the date and time. To release the Handset Locked state, press the ® button, then press •. Lock Handset notes: • An incoming call will automatically release the handset from Handset Lock mode. • The handset cannot be locked while you are on a call. 3.
/ Setting Handset Features Priority call: If a Priority call is made to your T7406 telephone that does not have DND active, and the call is answered but the originating caller then releases the call, you must still press an intercom line and the ≥ button before the line is actually released. If you choose not to do this, the handset stops providing ring notification of incoming calls, refer to Ring Notification.
Button Mapping on the Handset / 37 Button Mapping on the Handset When you have completed the steps in Handset Configuration on page 27, then, you can map the feature buttons on your set. The handsets have six feature buttons. These buttons can be programmed by your system administrator. You can also program the buttons from your handset. The following section describes the usual mapping of the buttons, based on the M7310 telephone button mapping.
/ Button Mapping on the Handset T7316 to T7406 T7316 Telephone T7406 Handset 31 33 24 26 23 25 27 29 11 13 15 01 02 03 04 05 17 19 21 06 07 08 09 10 For more information, refer to Programming memory buttons on page 39. Memory buttons Memory buttons are buttons on the handset that are assigned to functions other than Intercom or line buttons. For more information, refer to Button Mapping on the Handset on page 37. Press ≤ •‚ to check a memory or line button.
Button Mapping on the Handset / 39 Programming memory buttons You can program memory buttons with: • external autodial numbers • internal autodial numbers • features After you have programmed the memory buttons, record the names and numbers on the handset card. For more information, refer to Installing the T7406 Handset Accessories on page 46. External autodial To program an external autodial memory button: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press ≤•⁄. Press a memory button. Dial the external number.
/ Button Mapping on the Handset Refer to System Feature codes on page 40 for a list of the most common features. Your system administrator can also provide a list of all the feature codes that are available. Erase memory buttons To erase a memory button: 1. 2. 3. Press ≤•⁄. Press the memory button you want to erase. Press OK to erase the button. Button Inquiry Use the Button Inquiry feature to determine what is programmed on the memory buttons on your handset.
Button Mapping on the Handset / 41 Ring Again* ≤¤ Transfer ≤‡‚ Voice Call ≤flfl *In Notes: sleep mode, the user receives visual indication only. There is no beep tone indication. Memory buttons store telephone numbers or feature codes to give you one-touch dialing or feature activation. For more information about memory buttons, refer to Memory buttons on page 38.
/ Make and Answer Calls it appears to the caller that the Priority Call was successfully connected, even though you receive no indication on your T7406 handset. As soon as you wake the handset, whenever you have DND set, you must always press the line or intercom button and the ® button. This ensures that your handset provides proper audible and visual Ring Notification. Make and Answer Calls This section provides a brief overview of how you use the handset to make and answer calls.
Make and Answer Calls / 43 Hold calls To retrieve a held call, press the button where the call is on hold. Calls are automatically placed on hold when you switch from one line to another. To hold a call: 1. 2. 3. Press ≥ while on a call. The line button flashes. Press the flashing button to retrieve a held call. Press ® to end the call. Mute microphone To mute the microphone while you are on a call, press the Options button. To cancel Mute, press the Options button again.
/ Customize a handset • Press ≤fl¤ to make an External page. The announcement is made through external speakers. • Press ≤fl‹ to make an Internal/External page. The announcement is made over both the telephone speakers and the external speakers. 2. Press ® to end the page announcement. Customize a handset You can customize some of the handset features according your preferences. To customize your handset, use the Options button to access the Options list.
Helpful hints / 45 Problem Possible Cause Suggestion You hear warning tones. The handset display shows Out of range... and the antenna/signal strength icon disappears. Handset is out of range of the base station. Move within range of the base station. If you are on an active call when you move out of range, the call will automatically be placed on hold until you return into range, or until the other party hangs up. The handset display shows Scanning... but the antenna/signal strength icon is present.
/ Installing the T7406 Handset Accessories Installing the T7406 Handset Accessories This section describes how to use the utility accessories on your handset. The Handset Card 1 2 ABC 4 GHI 5 JKL 6 MNO 7 PQRS 8 TUV 9 WXYZ 3 DEF 0 # On the handset card, you can write names or numbers identifying the six memory buttons on the handset. For more information, refer to Button Mapping on the Handset on page 37. To install the card: 1. Insert the handset card into place. 2.
Installing the T7406 Handset Accessories / 47 The belt clip Use the belt clip to clip the handset onto your clothes or carrying case to free your hands for other tasks. To attach the belt clip to the handset: 1. Line up the side tabs of the belt clip with the notches on the sides of the handset. 2. Snap the belt clip into place. To remove the belt clip from the handset: 1. Use a small coin to release the side tabs of the belt clip from the notches on each side of the handset. 2.
/ Optional accessories Optional accessories The following optional accessories are available for your T7406 telephone. Contact your system administrator for more information about ordering these accessories. Leather carrying cases A leather carrying case gives you a convenient way to carry your handset around the office. When you need to recharge your handset, the leather case must be unbuttoned and removed enough to allow the handset to be properly seated in the charger.
Optional accessories / 49 Headset installation Follow these steps to attach a headset to the handset port. 1. Lift up and remove the rubber tab to expose the headset port. 2. Insert the headset jack into the headset port. Note: The headset jack has a 2.5 mm opening. An adapter may be required if your headset has a 3.5 mm pin. The handset microphone and earphone are disabled when the headset is connected to the headset port.
/ Regulatory information Regulatory information Canadian Regulations Note: This equipment may only be connected to the Host equipment and may not be connected directly to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). This device complies with Industry Canada CS03 Issue 8 specifications, and ICES-003 and RSS-210 Canadian EMI requirements.
Regulatory information / 51 Nortel Networks 640 Massman Drive, Nashville, TN, 37210 USA Hearing aids: This telephone is compatible with hearing aids equipped with an appropriate telecoil option. Programming emergency numbers: When programming emergency numbers and/or making test calls to emergency numbers: 1. Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for calling before hanging up. 2. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours, such as early mornings or late evenings.
/ Regulatory information For Class B Host equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Regulatory information / 53 Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
/ Regulatory information 8. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 9. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 10. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but have it sent to a qualified service person when some service or repair work is required. 11. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a.
Regulatory information / 55 T7406 Installation Guide