Memorex Mph-1089 User manual

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14 Minutes Digital Answering Machine Model..MPH1089

BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT,

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY

THIS SYMBOL IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER OF THE

PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE

(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL.

A IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or any type of excess moisture.

Ifaccidentally dropped into water, the AC adaptor should immediately be unplugged from the wall

along with the telephone line cord.

A. Use only with Class 2 Power Source 10VDC 300mA.

When using your product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read and understand all instructions.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liqlJid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or

laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing

serious damage to the product.

6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, to protect

it from overheating. These openings should never be blocked or covered. The openings should

never be blocked by placing the product on the bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This

product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not

be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. 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 to your home, consult your dealer or local

power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will

be abused by persons walking on it.

9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric

shock.

10. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

11. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to a qualified

service contractor when some service or repair work is required. Opening or removing covers

may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric

shock when the appliance is subsequently used.

12. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under

the following conditions:

A. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.~

D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls, that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustments of other

controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician

to restore the product to normal operation.

E. Ifthe product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F. Ifthe product exhibits a distinctive change in performance.

13. Avoid using the product during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock

from lightning.

14. Do not use the product to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

A INSTAllATIONPRECAUTIONS

1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

2. Never install telephone jacks.in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet

locations.

3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been

disconnected at the network interface.

4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

A MAINTENANCE

1. Use a damp cloth to clean the plastic cabinet. A mild soap will help to remove grease or oi1. Never

use polish, solvents, abrasives or strong detergents since these can damage the finish.2.

Your product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves or

any other appliance that produces heat.

A CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons, read and follow these instructions:

1. Use only the battery specified in this manual.

2. Do not dispose of the battery in a fire. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible

special disposal instructions.

3. Do not open or destroy the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to

the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.

4. Exercise care in handling battery in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such

as rings, bracelets and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

5. Do not attempt to recharge the battery identified for use with this product. The battery may leak

corrosive electrolyte or explode.

6. Do not attempt to rejuvenate the battery identified for use with this product by heating them.

Sudden release of the battery electrolyte may occur causing burns or irritation to eyes or skin.

7. When inserting the battery into this product, the proper polarity or direction must be observed.

Reverse insertion of batteries can cause charging that may result in leakage or explosion.

8 Do not store this product, or the battery identified for use with this product, in high temperature

areas. Batteries that are stored in a freezer or refrigerator for the purpose of extending shelf life

should be stabilized at room temperature prior to use after cold storage.

9. Disconnect telephone lines and power adaptor before installing the battery.

10. Remove the batteries from this product if the product will not be used for a long period on time

(several mouths or more) since during this time the battery could leak in the product.

11. Discard "dead" batteries as soon as possible since "dead" batteries are more likely to leak in a

product.

A FCCNOTICE

The FCC requires that you be advised of certain requirements involving the use of this product.

1. This product complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this product is a label that

contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number

(REN) for this product. If requested, "provide this information to your telephone company.

2. The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect to your telephone line

and still have all of those devices ring when your number is called. In most, but not all areas, the

sum of the RENs of all devices should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of

devices you may connect to your line, as determined by the REN, you should call your local

telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.

3. If your product causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue

your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But if advance notice is not

practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be advised of your right to file a

complaint with the FCC.

4. Your telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures

that could affect the proper operation of your product. If they do, you will be given advance notice

so as to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.

5. If your experience trouble with the product, please call 1-800-919-3647 for repair/warranty

information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this product from the network

until the problem has been corrected or you are sure that the product is not malfunctioning.

6. This product may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to

party lines is subject to state tariffs. (Contact your state public utility commission or corporation

commission for information).

Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by Memorex@ MPH1089

Product may void the user's authority to operate this product.

NOTE: This product 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 product generates, uses, and radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product off and on, the user

is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

-Increase the separation between the product and receiver.

-Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.

NOTE: This product does not sound warning beeps to let the other party know that the call is being

recorded. To ensure that you are in compliance with any state and federal regulations that concern

recording a telephone call, you should start the recording process and then inform the caller that

you are recording the call.

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Illustration V

List of Components 1

Installing the battery 1

Connecting the Power Adaptor 2

Connecting to the Telephone line 2

Connecting your Telephone 2

Answering System Set Up 3

Time and Day Stamp """"""""""""""""""""""""""" 3-4

To turn unit on or off , 4

To record or change your OGM 4-5

To check your OGM announcement , 5

Toll Saver Facility 5

Answering System Operation 6

Call Intercept 6

Recording Memo Messages 6-7

Two way Recording 7

To replay Memo Messages and Two Way Recording 8

Playing new Messages only """"""""""""""""""""""""""" 8

Playing your messages (All message) 9

Stop, skip and repeat message playback 9-10

Erasing Messages 10

To restoring all erased messages 10

To erase individual messages 11

System Memory Full 11

Security Code """"""".""""""""""""""..".""" 11-12

Remote Operation 12

Accessing your unit by Remote Control """.""".,.,.,..,.,.,.,...".,.,.,., ,.,.", 12-13

Turn the unit On or Off by Remote Control ".,."".,.,.,..,.,.,.,."...",.,.,..,...,.,.,..", 13-14

Remote memo message Control 14

Remote message playback '.'.'.'.'.".'.'.'..'.'.".'."..."." 14-15

Erase message remotely 15

Remotely record a memo message 16

Remotely change Security Code 17

Remotely change OGM announcement 17

Room Monitor 18

TroubleShooting Guide 18

Limited Warranty '..'.'.'.'.'..'.'.'.' '.'.'."".'.'."..."" 19

Illustration

List of Components

A. Power Jack Socket -Connect power adaptor lead.

B. Telephone Jack Socket -Connect your telephone to the unit.

C. LED Indicator -Illuminates when unit is on and flashes when new messages are received.

D. Skip~ / Memo button -Used when recording or replaying Memo and 2 Way Recording

messages. Used when setting Day / Time stamp and Security code.

E. Delete button -To erase recorded messages.

F. ON / OFF button -To turn unit on or off. Used when setting Security Code.

G. Microphone -Used when recording Out Going Message (OGM) and memo messages.

H. Telephone line cord -Connects the unit to the telephone wall socket.

I. Speaker -To listen to messages and when screening calls.

J. Message Counter Display -Shows total number of messages recorded. Shows unit status.

K. Play / Stop button -To play' recorded messages. To stop message playback.

L. Time button -To set and check the Day / Time stamp.

M. Skip ~ / OGM button -To record and check Out Going Message (OGM). Used when replaying

messages. Used when setting the Day / Time stamp. Used when setting 3 digit Security Code.

N. Volume Control -Adjust to clearly hear recorded messages, OGM announcements.

Installing the Unit

important »> During power failure the 9V (1604) alkaline or carbon-zinc battery maintains your

Out Going Message (OGM), any recorded messages and your Security Code,

but the unit will not operate until mains power is restored.

note »> If you do not install a 9V (1604) alkaline or carbon-zinc battery, any disruption to the

mains power supply will result in loss of your own OGM announcement, any recorded

messages and your own Security Code. The OGM announcement and Security Code

will revert to the factory default settings.

Connecting the Power Adaptor

Only use with the adaptor supplied or damage will be caused.

1. Insert the power adaptor lead into the power Jack socket (A) and connect the unit to the mains

supply.

2. The unit beeps and performs a"self check" and the Message Counter display (J) counts from 0

(zero) to 15 and beeps again and switcnes on LED which illuminates.

3. After a long beep the Message Counter display (J) flashes "CL" and "0" and repeats this

sequence until the clock is set.

note »> If the battery is installed incorrectly or exhausted, then "La" is added to the display

sequence. "La", "CL" and "0".

If you do not want to be disturbed by incoming calls whilst you are setting up the unit, it may be

desirable at this stage to set the Clock Day / Time stamp and your own Out Going Message (OGM)

before following the connection procedure.

Connecting to the Telephone Line

Insert the Telephone Line (H) into the telephone wall socket making sure that it clicks into position.

Connecting your Telephone

Insert the line cord from your telephone into the Telephone Jack Socket (8) located at the rear of

the unit making sure that it clicks into position.

Having connected the system your " Digital Messenger" is now ready to receive incoming calls

"LED Indicator (C) illuminated".

If you have not recorded your own personalized Out Going Message (OGM) the unit will automati-

cally announce the following, "Hello we cannot take your call at the moment, please leave your

message after the tone".

To record your own personalized OGM refer to "To record or change your OGM".

Answering System Set Up

Time and Day Stamp

To set the day and time

To turn unit on or off

The unit is set to answer calls only when the LED Indicator (C) is illuminated.

To record or change your OGM

Your announcement should ask callers to leave a message.

Try to keep your announcement brief (under 60 seconds) as this maximizes the recording time

available for incoming messages.

To check your OGM announcement

1: Press and release the SKIP ~~I OGM

button (M).

Toll Saver Facility

Your unit has a Toll Saver Facility. This means your unit will answer call on the 4th rings if there are no

new messages, or on the 2ndrings if new messages have been record. Therefore when you are

calling your unit remotely you will know by the 3,dring ifthere are nQ new messages. So you can

hang up saving the cost of the call.

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Answering System Operation

Call Intercept

Adjust the volume control (N) ifyou wish to listen to callers as they leave their messages.

The caller will not know that their call is being screened.

Recording Memo Messages

note »> Each ordinary memo message has a maximum record time of 60 seconds and is

regarded as any other recorded message and displays on the Message Counter

display (J).

Two Way Recording

You can record an ordinary telephone conversation if required.

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To replay Memo Messages and Two Way Recordings

Playing your Messages

To play new messages (If new messages are recorded)

2. The unit announces the total number of I

new messages only and proceeds to

replay them.

note »> The time and day each new

message was received will be

announced ifthe correct Day /

Time stamp has been set.

note »> The unitwill playall messages

ifno new messages are

recorded.

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To play all messages (If no new messages are recorded)

note »> If the correct Day / Time stamp has been set, then after each message, the time and

day that it was received is announced. The Message Counter (J) also displays the

message number that is currently being played.

2. After the last message the unit announces "End of messages", and they are saved

automatically.

note »> All messages remain in the memory buffer until erased. Follow the procedure above to

replay your messages.

note »> If no messages are recorded, the unit will announce, "You have no messages".

To stop message playback

To skip or repeat messages

note »> Press and release the SKIP ~~I OGM button once, the current message will skip ahead

to the next message.

note »> Press and release the SKIP~~I MEMO button (0) once to replay current message and

twice to skip back to previous message.

2. The message being played is annouQced and displays on the Message Counter (J).

Erasing Messages

As your messages are automatically saved after playback, you should regularly erase some or all

messages. This will avoid the memory becoming full.

You can erase all messages or just the message currently being replayed.

To erase all messages

1. Press and hold the Delete button (E) for

(about 2 seconds), the Message

Counter (J) displays "ES" until long

beep.

To restore all erased messages

You can restore erased messages provided the unit has not recorded any new messages since

they were erased.

note »> This function only works to restore all erased messages. You cannot restore

messages erased individually during message playback.

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To erase individual messages

System Memory Full

2. After 3 rings of the telephone, the unit answers calls with a voice message "Memory full, please

call later".

3. The OGM announcement does not play and messages will not record.

4. Replay all messages, then follow the "Erase all Messages" procedures above or erase

messages Remotely.

Security Code

Used to access your unit remotely. Before you can access your unit by remote control you must

first enter a 3 digit Security Code into your unit. The unit comes with a factory default Security Code

of 159 which can be changed to any 3 digits ranging from 000 to 999.

To change or check the Security Code

3. After the long beep the display shows the first digit of the code ready for setting.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 above to enter the 2ndand 3'" digits for your new code.

note »> To exit and abandon the changes or retain the previous set code, press and release

the PLAY I STOP button (K) and you hear a double beep.

The unit gives a double beep and automatically abandons the setting procedure if no

key is pressed within 8 seconds of the last entry.

Remote Control

When you call your number and want to retrieve your messages, you must first enter your 3 digit

Security Code via a remote tone telephone keypad. All the units functions are then accessible via

the tone telephone keypad.

important »> During remote operation, you must press and hold all key commands for a

minimum of 1 second, and enter a command within 8 secs of any beep or

previous command. If you do not respond within 8 seconds after voice menu is

played you hear a long beep and the unit automatically disconnects the call.

During remote voice announcement you can skip the voice menu by entering

the selected command key.

Accessing your unit by Remote Control

1. Call your telephone number and the unit answers with your OGM announcement.

2. Press the (.) key on the telephone

keypad to interrupt your OGM

announcement.

3. After the long beep enter your 3 digit Security Code and you hear one long beep.

4. The unit announces "You have xx messages" and plays voice menu. You now have 8 seconds

to respond with a command 0r you hear a long beep and the unit automatically terminates remote

operation.

Turn the unit On by Remote Control

Ifyou forget to turn the unit on:

1. Call your telephone number.

2. After (10) rings the unit answers and you hear a double beep.

3. Enter your 3 digit Security Code via the telephone keypad and you will hear one long beep.

Turn the unit Off by Remote Control

Follow steps 1-4 on "Accessing your Unit by Remote Control" to access the unit.

1. Press the (*) key followed by the (5) key

on the telephone keypad and the unit

switches off after the beep.

2. Press the (#) key on the telephone

keypad and then hang up and any

messages are saved for later playback.

Remote message playback -Memo messages only

Follow steps 1-4 on "Accessing your Unit by Remote Control" to access the unit.

Remote message playback -All messages

Follow steps 1-4 on "Accessing- your Unit by Remote Control" to access the unit.

1. Press the (4) key on the telephone

keypad to start message playback for

all messages.

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