E32 Series Cordless Phone Digital 2.
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Table of Contents FCC Information ......................................................................................................................iv Welcome ...................................................................................................................................1 Handset Overview .............................................................................................................2 Base Unit Overview ....................................................................
Handset Indicators........................................................................................................... 12 MD4250 User Guide Base Unit LEDs................................................................................................................ 12 Making a Call ................................................................................................................... 13 Answering Calls ....................................................................................
Registering a New Handset .............................................................................................19 Naming Your Handset ......................................................................................................20 Using the Phonebook ............................................................................................................22 Adding a Phonebook Entry...............................................................................................
FCC Information MD4250 User Guide FCC Compliance Class B Digital Device iv 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.
FCC Declaration of Conformity Canadian Compliance This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement This Motorola cordless phone complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA).
MD4250 User Guide This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJ11C. A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.
For body worn operation, this phone has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with the belt clip supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is an indication of the maximum number of devices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface.
MD4250 User Guide Important Safety Instructions viii When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Read and understand all instructions. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. MD4250 User Guide This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where it can be stepped on. 9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or handset.
MD4250 User Guide x 13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service facility under the following conditions: • When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. • If liquid has been spilled onto the product. • If the product has been exposed to rain or water. • If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
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MD4250 User Guide Handset Overview 2 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
Base Unit Overview Page button In use/Voice mail LED Charge/Page LED 1 2 3 MD4250 User Guide 1. 2. 3.
MD4250 User Guide MD4250 Caller ID Display Overview 4 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Date the call was received Ringer status Time the call was received Caller’s phone number Name of caller Order of the call record Number of messages waiting Indicates a new caller ID record NOTE: Caller ID information is supplied only if you subscribe to the service with your telephone company.
How to Use This Guide • FUNCTION keys are found on the handset and allow you to perform actions such as placing calls (TALK), ending calls (CANCEL), and opening your phonebook (PBK). • FEATURES/OPTIONS are only visible on the display. You to must press the MENU/SEL key to access features such as Ringer Tone, Language, and Ringer Volume. The FEATURES/OPTIONS font also indicates system messages (e.g. Hold Base Page). The MENU/SEL key is located beside the TALK key.
Getting Started MD4250 User Guide Battery Safety Instructions 6 6 • • • • • Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture the battery. The battery contains toxic materials that could be released, resulting in injury and/or explosion. CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect battery type. Use only the battery that came with your phone or an authorized replacement recommended by the manufacturer. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Installing the Battery Remove any stickers or inserts, if present. 2. Remove the battery door by pressing down on the indentation and sliding downward. 3. Plug the battery connector into the receptacle. (Make sure the black wire is on the right.) 4. Insert the battery into the battery compartment. 5. Replace the battery door Red Black MD4250 User Guide 1.
MD4250 User Guide Selecting a Location for Your Base Unit 8 8 Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, and dust Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Avoid other cordless telephones Avoid personal computers Avoid noise locations like windows on streets with heavy traffic Avoid heat sources, such as radiators, air ducts, and direct sunlight Avoid microwave ovens Select a central location
Installing the Mounting Bracket (optional) Push forward on the mounting bracket to remove it from the bottom of your base unit. 2. Turn the mounting bracket upside down. 3. 4. Align the tabs of the mounting bracket with the slots on the bottom of the base unit. Push the mounting bracket forward, sliding it into place. There is a click when it is seated correctly. MD4250 User Guide 1.
MD4250 User Guide Connecting the Base Unit 10 10 1. 2. 3. Connect the phone and power cords to the back of the base unit. Plug the phone cord into a wall jack and the power cord into an electrical outlet. Place the base on a sturdy surface, or mount it to a telephone wall jack. To wall mount the base unit, align the base unit with the mounting studs on the wall jack. Slide the base unit down on the mounting studs until it locks into place.
Charging the Handset Battery The handset of your cordless phone is powered by a rechargeable battery pack. It charges automatically whenever the handset is in the base unit. If your handset displays a LOW BATTERY message, or the handset appears completely inactive (i.e., the LCD is blank and does not activate when you press the keys), charge the handset. NOTE: When in LOW BATTERY mode, the keypad sounds, backlighting, and speakerphone features will not work.
Basic Operations MD4250 User Guide Handset Indicators 12 12 Indicator Mute ON NEW LOW BATTERY Description Turns on when the microphone is muted Turns on when a new call is received and added to the call log Handset battery is low and should be charged Turns on when the ringer is muted Base Unit LEDs LED Description in use/voice mail On when the phone is off-hook or when an extension phone is offhook.
Making a Call Press TALK on the handset or the v key to use the speakerphone feature. When you hear the dial tone, dial the number. Enter the phone number, and then press TALK or v. The phone number appears on the display before it is dialed. Press MUTE/DELETE to make corrections. Press CANCEL to delete the entire number. Answering Calls Press TALK, or v. If you subscribe to call waiting: Press FLASH to answer the second call. Press FLASH again to return to the first call.
Speakerphone Operation MD4250 User Guide Your handset has a built-in speakerphone. This feature allows you to have hands-free conversations. To switch between the speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. 14 14 Adjust the Handset Volume While you are on a call, press the VOL keys on the left side of the handset to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level. The volume level appears on the display. Volume up Volume down Redial Function 1. 2. 3. 4. Press REDIAL to access the redial list.
Locate a Misplaced Handset From the base unit, press the PAGE key to locate lost handsets. The handsets will beep and Paging From BASE appears on the display. NOTE: Pressing CANCEL on a handset stops the paging for that handset only. MD4250 User Guide To end the page, press TALK or v on the handset, or press PAGE again on the base unit.
Customizing Your Handset MD4250 User Guide Changing Your Language Setting 16 16 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Handset Setup. Scroll to and select Language. Press 1 for ENGLISH (Eng), 2 for FRENCH (Fra), or 3 for SPANISH (Esp). Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. NOTE: If you accidentally change the language option, follow the steps below: 1. Press CANCEL twice to ensure that you are at the standby menu. 2.
Changing Your Ringer Tone Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Ringer Tone. Use the up and down scroll keys to play samples of each tone. Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. Changing Your Ringer Volume Press the #/PAUSE key for quick access to the ringer volume controls. OR 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Handset Setup. Scroll to and select Ringer Volume. Press 1 for Hi, 2 for Low, 3 for Off. Press MENU/SEL to save the new setting.
MD4250 User Guide Changing the Key Beep Setting 18 18 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press the MENU/SEL key. Scroll to and select Set Key Beeps. Press 1 for On or 2 for Off. Press the MENU/SEL key to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. Setting Your Local Area Code In many areas, you can make a local call by dialing the seven-digit number. As the demand for phone numbers increases, customers must dial the area code plus the seven-digit number. Use the steps below to set your local area code.
Changing the Dialing Method Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Handset Setup. Scroll to and select Set Tone/Pulse. Press 1 for Tone or 2 for Pulse. Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. NOTE: When the phone is set for pulse dialing, you may switch to temporary tone dialing during a call by pressing *. Once pressed, tone will be used for rest of the call. After you hang up, the phone will return to pulse dialing for the next call.
MD4250 User Guide Naming Your Handset 20 20 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Handset Setup. Scroll to and select Handset Name. Use the keypad to enter the new name for your handset (up to 15 characters). Press MENU/SEL to save the setting.
Using the Room Monitor Feature Enabling the Room Monitor Feature 1. Press MENU/SEL. 2. Scroll to and select Room Monitor. 3. 4. 5. 6. Scroll to and select Enable Monitor. Press 1 for YES or 2 for NO. Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. Monitoring a Room 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Place a registered handset (e.g., HANDSET 2) in the room you wish to monitor. Make sure the Room Monitor feature is enabled. From a different handset (e.g., HANDSET 1), press MENU/SEL.
MD4250 User Guide Using the Phonebook 22 22 Each handset can store up to 50 numbers with names. Each memory location holds up to 20 digits for numbers and 15 characters for the name. Adding a Phonebook Entry 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press PBK. Enter a location (01 to 50), or use the scroll keys to find an open location. Press PBK. Enter Name appears on the display. Enter the contact’s name. Use the MUTE/DELETE key to make corrections. Press PBK to save the name. Enter Tel Number appears on the display.
Use the table below to enter names and special characters into the phonebook. Number of Presses 1 2 3 4 space _ * ! 2 A B C ( 3 D E F ) 4 G H I $ 1 5 J K L / 6 M N O ; 7 P Q R S 8 T U V ? 9 W X Y Z # # P # P NOTE: To add a pause in the number, press #/PAUSE key twice.
MD4250 User Guide Deleting a Phonebook Entry 24 24 1. 2. 3. 4. Press PBK. Enter the desired location, or scroll to the desired entry. Press MUTE/DELETE. Delete? appears on the display. Press MUTE/DELETE again to delete the entry, or press CANCEL to exit the menu without deleting the entry. Caller ID/Call Waiting ID Your handset is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal (Call Waiting/Caller ID).
Reviewing Caller ID Records Storing a Caller ID Entry in the Phonebook 1. 2. Press the up or down scroll key to access the desired caller ID record. To view alternate phone number formats, press the FRMT key until the desired format appears. The display will cycle through the available dialing options (1 + area code + number, area code + number, number only, etc.). Press PBK to store the displayed number. A confirmation beep sounds.
Dialing from the Caller ID Log 1. Press the up or down scroll key to access the caller ID records. MD4250 User Guide 2. 26 26 3. Scroll to the entry you wish to dial. Press FRMT repeatedly to change the dialing format (1 + area code + number, area code + number, number only, etc.). Press TALK or v to dial the number. Deleting a Caller ID Record 1. Press the up or down scroll key to access the caller ID records. 2. 3. 4. Scroll to the entry you wish to delete. Press MUTE/DELETE.
Using the VIP Melody Feature MD4250 User Guide You can assign a distinct ringer tone, or VIP Melody, to ten contacts from the phonebook memory. 1. Press MENU/SEL. 2. Scroll to and select Handset Setup. 3. Scroll to and select VIP Melody. 4. Use the up and down scroll keys to view the VIP Melody locations. If the location is available, **EMPTY** appears on the display. If the location is assigned, the assigned melody and the contact information appear on the display.
MD4250 User Guide Using the Intercom Feature 28 28 If you have at least two handsets registered to your base unit, you can use the intercom feature. Each handset is named Handset X. The X represents the order (1, 2, 3, 4) in which the handset was registered to the base unit. Intercom Calls 1. 2. 3. 4. When not on a call, press the INT key on any handset. Enter (1-4) Handset appears on the display. Enter the number of the handset you wish to page (e.g., to call HANDSET 2, press 2).
Warranty MD4250 User Guide Motorola Limited Warranty for Consumer Products, Accessories, and Software Purchased in the United States or Canada What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola, Inc.
MD4250 User Guide Abuse & Misuse. Defects or damage that result from: (a) improper operation, storage, misuse or abuse, accident or neglect, such as physical damage (cracks, scratches, etc.
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E32 Series Cordless Phone Digital 2.
