Motorola MD470 Series User manual

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User's Guide >
MD470 Series
Digital 2.4GHz
Expandable Cordless Telephone System
Système téléphonique
sans fil évolutif numérique 2,4 GHz

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Handset Controls
Turn handset on
to make a call
Earphone jack
Raise volume
Redial
Scroll up or
down on display
Left soft key Right soft key
Turn handset off
(hang up)
Use handset as
intercom
Talk handsfree
using
speakerphone
Lower volume
Microphone

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Base Station Controls
Soft Keys
The left and right soft keys perform the function
displayed. For example, pressing the left soft key
while
PHONEBK is displayed, opens your list of phone
numbers and names.
page
in use/
voice mail
charge/
page
mute
Speakerphone
Scroll up
or down on
display
Mute
Left soft key Right soft key
Page handsets

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Industry Canada (IC) Information
This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada (IC) radio and
terminal equipment technical specifications. This is confirmed by the
certification/registration number found on the label on the bottom of
the base unit. The abbreviation IC before the certification/registration
number only signifies that registration was performed based on a
Declaration of Conformity and that the Industry Canada technical
specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada
approved the equipment. The term “IC:” before the certification/
registration number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical
specificatons were met.
The Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this equipment is 0.0. The
REN is useful in determining the maximum number of devices you
may connect to your telephone line and still have all of these devices
ring when your telephone number is called. The sum of the RENs of all
devices connected to one line may not exceed 5.
Before installing this cordless phone, you should make sure that it is
permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must be installed using
an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the
telecommunications company’s inside wiring associated with a single
line individual service may be extended by means of a certified
connector assembly (telephone extension cord). You should be aware
that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent
degradation of service in some situations.
The plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises
wiring and telephone network must comply with the rules and
requirements in Industry Canada’s CS-03. 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.
For your protection, ensure that the electrical ground connections of
the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe
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system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be
particularly important in rural areas.
Caution: You should not attempt to make such connections yourself.
Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an
electrician, as appropriate.
Note: If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to
the telephone line, ensure the installation of this cordless phone does
not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what
will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone company or a
qualified installer.
Repairs
Repairs to this equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian
maintenance facility designated by Motorola. Any repairs or alterations
made by the consumer, or any malfunctions of this equipment, may
give the telecommunications company cause to request that you
disconnect the equipment, and may void the limited warranty.
Privacy
Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this
telephone. Other devices, including other cordless telephones, may
interfere with the operation of this cordless phone or cause noise
during operation. Units without code access may be accessed by other
radio communications devices.
Hearing Aid Compatibility
This telephone system meets Industry Canada standards for hearing
aid compatibility.
Interference Information
This device complies with Industry Canada’s RSS-210. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Industry Canada’s ICES-003.
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.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and
off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference with one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for
radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).
• Reorient or relocate and increase the separation between the
telecommunications equipment and the receiving antenna.
• Connect the telecommunications equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiving antenna is
connected.
If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult
your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions.
Industry Canada publishes several publications to assist consumers
with solving interference problems, which are available from its offices
or from its web site (strategis.gc.ca).
ITC02-173s
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Important Safety Instructions
Follow these safety precautions when using your cordless phone to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons or property:
1. Keep all slits and openings of the phone unblocked. Do not set the
phone on a heating register or over a radiator. Ensure that proper
ventilation is provided at the installation site.
2. Do not use while wet or while standing in water.
3. Do not use this product near water (for example, near a bath tub,
kitchen sink, or swimming pool).
4. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Place the power
cord so that it will not be walked on.
5. Never insert objects of any kind into the product slits as that may
result in fire or shock.
6. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
7. Do not disassemble this product. If service or repair work is
required, contact the Motorola address found in the back of this
user’s guide.
8. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords.
9. Avoid using during an electrical storm. Use a surge protector to
protect the equipment.
10. Do not use this cordless phone to report a gas leak, especially if
you are in the vicinity of the gas line.
Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger UL
Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunication Line Cord.
Unplug this cordless phone immediately from an outlet if:
•
The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• Liquid has been spilled into the product.
• The product has been exposed to rain or water. Do not retrieve
the handset or base until after you have unplugged the power

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and phone from the wall. Then retrieve the unit by the
unplugged cords.
• The product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
• The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Installation Guidelines
1. Read and understand all instructions and save them for future
reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
3. Do not install this product near a bath tub, sink, or shower.
4. Operate this phone using only the power source that is indicated
on the marking label. If you are unsure of the power supply to your
home, consult with your dealer or local power company.
5. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. This
product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.
6. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work to restore the
product to normal operation.
7. Clean this product with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use chemicals
or cleaning agents to clean this phone.
8. Use only the power supply that came with this unit. Using other
power supplies may damage the unit.
9. Because cordless phones operate on electricity, you should have
at least one phone in your home that is not cordless in case the
power in your home goes out.
10. To avoid interference to nearby appliances, do not place the base
of the cordless phone on or near a TV, microwave oven, or VCR.
Caution: To maintain compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure
guidelines, place the base unit at least 20 cm from nearby persons.

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Battery Safety Instructions
• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture the battery. The
battery contains toxic materials that could be released, resulting
in injury.
•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.
• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire, which could result in
explosion.
• The rechargeable batteries that power this product
must be disposed of properly and may need to be
recycled. Refer to your battery’s label for battery type.
Contact your local recycling center for proper disposal methods.

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Contents
Handset Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Base Station Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Soft Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Industry Canada (IC) Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Powering the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting Up the Charging Bases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Installing Batteries in the Handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Charging the Handsets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Phone Line Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Wall Mounting the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting Up Your Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Registering a Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Personalizing Your Phone System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Storing Area Codes for Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Setting the Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting Touch Tone or Pulse Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the Basic Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Adjusting the Volume During a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Making a Call Using the Speakerphone . . . . . . . . . . 28
Making a Call Using the Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Adjusting the Speakerphone Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Switching Between the Handset and
Speakerphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Muting a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Putting a Call on Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Redialing a Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Finding a Lost or Misplaced Handset . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Saving a Number in the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Calling a Number from the Phonebook . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Editing a Phonebook Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Deleting a Phonebook Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Inserting Pauses in a Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Advanced Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Conference Calling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Using the Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Transferring a Call from One Handset to Another . . . 41
Using the Handset as a Walkie Talkie . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Monitoring a Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

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Getting Started
Getting Started
To set up your Motorola digital cordless phone
system:
1. Install optional backup batteries in the base
station and plug into a power outlet (page 13).
2. Plug in charging bases for expansion handsets
(page 14).
3. Install batteries in handsets (page 14).
4. Charge handset batteries (page 15).
A rechargeable NiCd battery powers each
handset. Charge the battery for about 12 hours
before initial use.
5. Connect the base station to the phone line
(page 15).
6. Register expansion handsets to the base station
(page 14).
Handsets that come with your phone system are
already registered to the base.
7. Set the ring tone, date, time, and other features of
your handset(s) and base station (page 20).
Place the Base Station:
•Away from electrical appliances such as a TV,
personal computer, or another cordless phone.
•In a high and central location with no obstructions,
such as walls.
If you hear noise while using the handset near a
microwave or another cordless phone’s base unit,
move away from the microwave or base unit and
closer to your handset’s base station.

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Getting Started
Powering the Base Station
Important: Before installing or handling batteries,
please read the Battery Safety Instructions on
page 9.
The base station uses 4 AAA alkaline batteries for
optional backup power (batteries are included with
some models). To install the batteries:
1. With the bottom of the base station facing you,
press the cover latch with a screwdriver to lift and
remove the battery cover.
2. Insert 4 AAA alkaline batteries into the battery
compartment.
3. To replace the cover, insert the tabs of the cover
into the slots and press down until the cover clicks
into place.
4. Plug the power cord into the back of the base
station and into an outlet.

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Getting Started
Setting Up the Charging Bases
If you have expansion handsets, they do not need to
be plugged into a phone line. Simply plug the power
cord into the back of the charging base and into an
outlet wherever you want to place the handset.
Installing Batteries in the Handsets
Important: Before installing or handling batteries,
read the Battery Safety Instructions on page 9.
1. Remove the battery cover by pressing on the
recess and sliding down and off the handset.
2. Plug the connector into the receptacle.
3. Insert the battery into the compartment.
4. Slide and snap the battery cover back into place.
Black
Red

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Getting Started
Charging the Handsets
Place the handset in the base station or charging
base. The LED is solid red when the handset is
charging.
For the initial charge, charge the battery for at
least 12 hours.
Phone Line Connection
Do not connect the base station to the phone line
until the handset is fully charged.
charge

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Getting Started
Wall Mounting the Base Station
The base station can be mounted on a wall instead of
placed on a flat surface such as a table or desk.
1. Remove the twist-tie from the phone cord. Do
not unfold the cord.
2. Untuck both ends of the cord.
3. Hold the folded cord at the center and insert it into
the back of the wall mount bracket.
4. Plug the phone cord into the phone jack on the wall.
5. Hang the wall mount bracket on the phone wall
plate.

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Getting Started
6. Plug the other end of the phone cord into the back
of the base station.
7. Plug the power cord into a power outlet if it is not
already plugged in.
8. Insert the guide rail on the wall mount into the slot
on the bottom of the base station and push until it
snaps into place.

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Getting Started
Using the Displays
Your phone has a display on the handset and the
base station. When they are not in use, the display
shows the standby screen.
Handset Display
Base Station Display
Caller ID information is supplied only if you subscribe
to caller ID service from your local phone company.
When the handset or base station speakerphone is
on, Vdisplays.
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04:26 PM 09/26
Handset (1)
PHONEBK MENU
6 Calls
Time
Ringer off
Left soft key function
Battery meterDate
^
Handset
name
Number of
Caller ID
records
Right soft key function
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04:26 PM 09/26
Handset (1)
PHONEBK MENU
6 Calls
Time
Ringer off
Left soft key function
Battery meterDate
^
Base
name
Number of
Caller ID
records
Right soft key function