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Manual 7900 Pager Table of Contents 1. ABOUT THE 7900 PAGER .................................................................................................................... 4 1.1 About This Handbook .................................................................................................................. 5 2. THE 7900 PAGER ................................................................................................................................... 6 2.1 Getting Started................
7900 Pager 1. Manual ABOUT THE 7900 PAGER About Commtech‟s 7900 Pager is as clever as it is simple. Designed for alphanumeric, numeric and tone only paging applications, it‟s a dream come true. Reliability Reliability is one of the key factors when considering a pager. Not only does this determine how reliably the pager receives the message but it also determines the expected life span of the pager.
Manual 1.1 7900 Pager About This Handbook This handbook is designed to assist users to setup and operate the 7900 pager. This handbook is set out in a series of easy to follow step by step instructions followed by a checklist to confirm the steps as outlined. Following the steps and checklists correctly will ensure that there will be no problems when using the 7900 pager. Some additional special elements in the handbook's text are designed to make the installation process easier.
7900 Pager Manual 2. THE 7900 PAGER 2.1 Getting Started 2.1.1 Case Layout The Commtech 7900 pager has four buttons on its case. | 2.1.2 | | | Escape Left Right Read Key Key Key Key LCD Screen The 7900 Pager contains a backlit, two line, alphanumeric LCD screen. Each line is 18 characters long. There is also a row of small icons underneath this line which give a quick indication of the current status and settings for the pager. The LCD screen is shown below.
Manual 2.1.3 7900 Pager Replacing the Battery The pager will warn you when the battery is getting low (if enabled in programming software) within the unit by displaying the battery low icon on the LCD screen described above. The pager is powered by a single alkaline battery. Follow these directions to replace the battery: ▲ WARNING: Before removing the battery, make sure the pager is turned OFF. Removing the battery while the power is ON can corrupt or delete data.
7900 Pager 2.1.6 Manual Activating the Backlight The backlight can be enabled in one of three ways depending on the settings programmed into it using the programming software. 1. By pressing and hold the Read Key for two seconds to activate. 2. By pressing any key. 3. When a message has been received and then pressing any key. The backlight will automatically extinguish after a few seconds. Alternatively, press and hold the Page 8 Read Key for two seconds to de-activate.
Manual 7900 Pager 2.2 Managing Messages 2.2.1 Reading Stored Messages 1. Press the Read Key to read the latest stored messages. 2. Keep pressing the Read Key to scroll through all stored messages. The Time Stamp display always appears at the end of each message to show the time, date and address properties of the message. NOTE: If a message is longer than the screen width, the icon will be displayed on the LCD to indicate it. To view the rest of the message press the Read Key. 3. 2.2.
7900 Pager Manual 3. Press the Read Key to confirm your choice. The Message Locked icon will appear on the LCD screen to confirm the message is locked. Press the Escape Key to return to the Standby Screen. NOTE: When the pager reaches the maximum number of protected messages available, the display will show Protect Full to remind you that it cannot store any more protected messages. 2.2.4 Un-protecting a Message To un-protect a message, follow the directions below. 1.
Manual 7900 Pager 3. Press the Read Key to confirm deletion of all messages. NOTE: Protected messages will remain on the pager 4. Press the © CommtechWireless Escape Key to return to the Standby Screen.
7900 Pager 2.3 Manual Settings The Settings Menu is entered into, depending on the language setting programmed into the pager. UK English – Either by pressing and holding the the & Escape Key or by tapping Arrow Keys from the Standby Screen. USA, Russian, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Thai – by pressing and holding the Escape Key from the Standby Screen. The available functions include Alert Settings, Power Off, Daily Alarm Settings, Date & Time Settings and Phone Book Settings.
Manual 7900 Pager 3. Press the the 2.3.3 Read Key to select this menu item. Confirm selection by pressing Read Key again. The pager will then turn off. Daily Alarm Settings This menu item is used to set the daily alarms. The pager can have up the five alarms set. 1. Enter the Settings Menu 2. Using the & Arrow Keys, scroll through the various settings until the Daily Alm menu item is found. 3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item. The Daily Alarm menu will then appear. 4.
7900 Pager Manual 5. 2.3.5 You will then be returned to the Standby Screen. Telephone Book This menu item is used to store the names and numbers of your contacts. To view an entry in the pager 1. Enter the Settings Menu. 2. Using the & Arrow Keys, scroll through the various settings until the Phone Book menu item is found. 3. Press the Read Key to confirm selection of this menu item. 4. Use the & Arrow Keys to scroll through telephone book entries already entered into the pager.
Manual 7900 Pager 3. APPENDIX 3.1 Precautions 3.2 1. This pager contains precision electronic components. Avoid temperature extremes during use and storage and do not subject it to strong impact. 2. Avoid using the pager in an area where it might come into contact with liquids or very high humidity. 3. Never try to take the pager apart. Doing so can lead to serious damage and malfunction. 4. Replace the battery as soon as possible after you notice it getting low.
7900 Pager 4. Manual SPECIFICATIONS Note: Specifications subject to change without any notice 4.1 Electrical Specification Rx Frequency (MHz) ...................................... 135-175, 276-284, 406-414, 429-437, 439-470, 929-932 Nominal Battery Life .................................................................... around 60 days (‘AA’ alkaline battery) Operating Voltage ....................................................................................................................... 1.
Manual 7900 Pager Image Rejection ............................................................................................................ Better than 50dB Inter-modulation............................................................................................................ Better than 50dB Co-channel Rejection ...................................................................................... Better than 6dB at 300Hz Frequency Stability ........................................................