Memorex MPH6990 User Manual
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Cordless Telephone  
MPH6990  
Owner's Manual  
Thank you for your purchase of this cordless telephone. Please  
read this Owner's Manual carefully before using your cordless  
telephone to ensure proper use. After reading the manual,  
please keep it in a safe place and refer to it when necessary.  
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Control and Functions  
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1. Handset antenna  
2. Beltclip holes  
3. Handset battery compartment  
4. Handset earpiece  
5. LCD display  
20. Handset clip storage  
21. Volume down key  
22. Set/ringer key  
23. Delete key  
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24. Repeat key  
6. Cid/Menu key  
7. Talk/Flash key  
25. Page/Find key  
26. Memo key  
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8. Volume/Cursor down key  
27. Base contacts  
28. Base antenna  
29. Base speaker  
30. Volume up key  
31. Menu key  
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6
7
8
12  
13  
14  
9. /Left cursor/Tone key  
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10. Redial/Pause key  
11. Select key  
12. Volume/Cursor up key  
13. Speed Dial key  
14. Off key  
32. Play/Stop key  
33. Skip key  
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15. #/Right cursor key  
16. Memory key  
17. Delete/Channel key  
18. Handset microphone  
19. Battery charge contacts  
34. Answer On/Off key  
35. OGM key  
36. Base microphone  
37. DC power input  
38. Phone jack  
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10  
11  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
28  
29  
30  
31  
20  
VOL  
SET/RINGER  
MENU  
21  
22  
23  
24  
CHARGE / IN USE  
DELETE  
PLAY / STOP  
32  
33  
PAGE  
MEMO  
OGM ANSWER  
ON /OFF  
25  
26  
27  
34  
35  
FIND  
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36  
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Table of Contents  
Introduction..................................................................................................... 1  
Features ............................................................................................................1  
Control and functions......................................................................................2  
Important safety instructions.........................................................................4  
Important electrical considerations ...............................................................6  
Getting Started  
Getting Started  
Read This First ................................................................................................ 8  
Step 1: Checking the package contents ......................................................... 9  
Step 2: Setting up the base unit ................................................................... 10  
Step 3: Preparing the battery pack................................................................ 13  
Basics  
Basics  
Making Calls...................................................................................................15  
Dialing from standby........................................................................................15  
Dialing from talk mode.....................................................................................15  
Redialing...........................................................................................................15  
Receiving Calls ...............................................................................................16  
Receiving a call ................................................................................................16  
Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume .........................................................17  
Using The Page Feature................................................................................17  
To locate the handset (while it’s off the base).................................................17  
Telephone  
Features  
Telephone Features  
Memory Storing.............................................................................................18  
Storing phone numbers and names.................................................................18  
Steps for entering names and special characters............................................20  
Memory Dialing..............................................................................................21  
Making calls with memory dialing ...................................................................21  
Memory Editing .............................................................................................23  
Editing a stored name and/or phone number ..................................................23  
Memory Erasing.............................................................................................24  
Erasing a stored name and phone number......................................................24  
Speed Dial Feature.........................................................................................25  
Storing and Editing the Speed Dial..................................................................25  
Making calls with speed dialing.......................................................................25  
Deleting the Speed Dial...................................................................................25  
Caller ID  
Features  
The Answering  
Machine  
Caller ID Features  
Caller ID ...........................................................................................................26  
When the telephone rings ...............................................................................27  
Viewing the Caller ID message list..................................................................28  
Deleting information from the Caller ID list.....................................................29  
Using the Caller ID list .....................................................................................30  
Storing Caller ID messages in Memory...........................................................30  
Using “Caller ID with Call Waiting” service ....................................................31  
Additional  
Information  
The Answering Machine  
Features ..........................................................................................................32  
Turning the answering system on/off............................................................. 32  
Setting up your answering system................................................................. 33  
Using your answering system ........................................................................ 40  
Additional Information  
Changing the digital security code.................................................................. 46  
Mounting the base unit on a wall................................................................... 47  
Note on power sources .................................................................................. 48  
Maintenance ....................................................................................................48  
Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 49  
I.C. Notice ........................................................................................................51  
Index ...........................................................................................................52  
Memorex Limited Warranty..........................................................................53  
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Important safety instructions  
When using your telephone equipment, these basic safety precautions should always  
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons:  
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. Use a dry cloth for  
cleaning without liquid or aerosol cleaners.  
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 telephone may  
fall, causing serious damage to the unit.  
6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for  
ventilation. To protect the product from overheating, these openings must not be  
blocked or covered. 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 damaged by persons walking on it.  
9. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in the risk of  
fire or electrical 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. Take it to  
qualified service personnel when 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 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 when following the operating  
instructions. (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 repair work by a qualified technician.)  
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E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.  
F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.  
13. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.  
Additional battery safety precautions  
Caution: To reduce the risk of fire or injury to persons by the battery, read and follow  
these instructions:  
1. Use only the appropriate type and size battery pack specified in the reference guide.  
2. Do not dispose of the battery pack in a fire. The cell may explode.  
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery pack. Released electrolyte is corrosive and  
may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.  
4. Exercise care in handling the 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. Charge the battery pack provided with or identified for use with this product only  
in accordance with the instructions and limitations specified in the reference guide  
provided for this product.  
6. Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery pack and battery charger.  
Cordless telephone privacy  
Note: Cordless telephones are radio devices. Communications between the handset  
and base of your cordless telephone are accomplished by means of radio  
waves which are broadcast over the open airways. Because of the inherent  
physical properties of radio waves, your communications can be received by  
radio receiving devices other than your own cordless telephone unit.  
Consequently, any communications using your cordless telephone may not  
be private.  
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Important electrical considerations  
Unplug all electrical appliances when you know an electrical storm is approaching.  
Lightning can pass through your household wiring and damage any device connected  
to it. This phone is no exception.  
Warning: Please do not attempt to unplug any appliance during an electrical storm.  
The FCC Wants You To Know  
Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by the manufacturer,  
or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by the reference guide,  
could void your authority to operate this product. The equipment cannot be used on  
public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party  
line service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission,  
public service commission or corporation commission for information.)  
Range  
Your new phone is designed to achieve the maximum possible range by transmitting  
and receiving according to the highest specifications set forth by the FCC. We have  
rated this phone to operate at a maximum distance with the qualification that the  
range depends upon the environment in which the telephone is used. Many factors  
limit range, and it would be impossible to include all the variables in our rating.  
The Maximum Range rating of this phone is meant to be used as a means of  
comparison against other range claims.  
Telephone Line Problems  
The FCC has granted the telephone company the right to disconnect service in the  
event that your phone causes problems on the telephone line. Also, the telephone  
company may make changes in facilities and services which may affect the operation  
of your unit. However, your telephone company must give adequate notice in writing  
prior to such actions to allow you time for making necessary arrangements to  
continue uninterrupted service.  
If you are having trouble with your telephone service, you must first disconnect your  
phone to determine if it is the cause of your problem. If you determine that it is the  
cause, you must leave it disconnected until the trouble has been corrected.  
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Radio Interference  
Radio interference may occasionally cause buzzing and humming in your cordless  
handset, or clicking noises in the base. This interference is caused by an external  
source such as a TV, refrigerator, vacuum cleaner, fluorescent lighting, or electrical  
storm. Your unit is NOT DEFECTIVE. If these noises continue and are too distracting,  
please check around your home to see what appliances may be causing the problem.  
In addition, we recommend that the base not be plugged into a circuit that also  
powers a major appliance because of the potential for interference. Be certain the  
antenna is kept in the vertical position.  
In the unlikely event that you consistently hear other voices or distracting  
transmissions on your phone, you may be receiving radio signals from another  
cordless telephone or other source of interference. If you cannot eliminate this type of  
interference, you need to change to a different channel.  
Finally, it should be noted that some cordless telephones operate at frequencies that  
may cause interference to nearby TVs and VCRs. To minimize or prevent such  
interference, the base of the cordless telephone should not be placed near or on top  
of a TV or VCR. If interference is experienced, moving the cordless telephone farther  
away from the TV or VCR will often reduce or eliminate the interference.  
More Than One Cordless Telephone  
If you want to use more than one cordless telephone in your home, they must  
operate on different channels. Press the channel key to select a channel that provides  
the clearest communication.  
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Read This First  
This cordless telephone must be set up before use. Follow these steps:  
Step 1  
(page 9)  
Unpack the telephone and accessories.  
Step 2  
(page 10 to 12)  
Next, choose the best location to set up the  
base unit.  
Step 3  
(page 13 to 14)  
Then, insert the battery pack into the handset.  
You have to charge the battery pack for 15-20  
hours before using the phone.  
Step 4  
(page 33 to 39)  
Finally, set the answering system.  
About the digital security code  
This cordless telephone uses a digital security code to prevent unauthorized  
access to your base unit. This security code prevents other cordless handsets  
from making calls through your base unit.  
A random security code will be assigned automatically between your base unit  
and handset when you charge the battery pack for the first time.  
To reset the security code, see page 46.  
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Step 1  
Checking the package contents  
Make sure you have received the following items in the package.  
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Base unit  
Handset  
Rechargeable battery pack (BT-905)  
Telephone line cord  
AC adapter (AD-420)  
This Owner's Manual  
Other Printed Materials  
Important  
Please keep all packaging material for at least 90 days in case you need to  
return this product to your place of purchase or Memorex.  
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Step 2  
Setting up the base unit  
Do the following steps:  
• Choose the best location  
• Connect the base unit  
• Choose the dialing mode  
Choose the best location  
Before choosing a location for your new phone, read the IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL  
CONSIDERATIONS. Here are some important guidelines you should consider:  
Avoid noise sources such as a window by  
a street with heavy traffic  
Avoid heat sources such as  
radiators, air ducts, and sunlight  
Avoid microwave ovens  
Avoid television  
sets and other  
electronic equipment  
Avoid excessive moisture,  
extremely low temperatures,  
dust, mechanical vibration,  
or shock  
Avoid personal computers  
Choose a central location  
Avoid other cordless telephones  
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•
You should charge your handset for 15-20 hours before using the phone.  
The location should be close to both a phone jack and a continuous power outlet  
which is not switchable.  
•
•
Keep the base and handset away from sources of electrical noise such as motors,  
microwave ovens, and fluorescent lighting.  
The base can be placed on a desk, table top, or mounted on the wall.  
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(continued)  
Step 2  
Connect the base unit  
If you want to install the base unit on the wall, see page 47.  
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2
3
Connect the telephone line cord to the TEL  
LINE jack and to a telephone outlet.  
Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 9V jack  
and to a standard 120V AC wall outlet.  
Set the base unit on a desk or tabletop and  
place the handset on the base unit.  
Then raise the antenna to a vertical position.  
Notes  
Place the power cord where it will not create a trip hazard, or where it could become  
chafed and create a fire or electrical hazard.  
Surge Protectors  
It is recommended to use a surge protector for the AC and telephone connection.  
Lightening and power surges ARE NOT covered under warranty for this product.  
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(continued)  
Step 2  
Notes  
• Use only the supplied AD-420 AC adapter.  
Do not use any other AC adapter.  
Polarity of the plug  
• Place the base unit close to the AC outlet so that you  
can unplug the AC adapter easily.  
Tip  
Modular  
If your telephone outlet isn't modular, contact your  
telephone company for assistance.  
Choose the dialing mode  
Most phone systems use tone dialing which sends DTMF tones through the phone  
lines. However some phone systems still use pulse dialing such as in rural areas.  
The default setting is tone dialing. Depending on your dialing system, set the mode  
as follows:  
1
2
Press and hold CID/ MENU. The following  
screen appears.  
Use M or 4 to move the pointer to the selection  
that you would like to change.  
3
4
Press the SELECT key to toggle between “Tone”  
or “Pulse”.  
After you have made your selections, press OFF or  
return the handset to the base.  
If you are not sure of your dialing system, set for tone  
dialing. Make a trial call. If the call connects, leave the  
setting as is, otherwise set for pulse dialing.  
Note  
Make sure your battery pack is fully charged before choosing the dial mode.  
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Step 3  
Preparing the battery pack  
Charge the battery pack for 15-20 hours before connecting the phone line.  
1
Press and slide the battery  
compartment cover toward the  
bottom of the unit.  
2
Connect the battery pack connector  
with the correct polarity (black and  
red wires), then insert the battery  
pack into the battery compartment.  
3
4
Securely close the battery  
compartment cover by sliding it up  
until it snaps into place.  
Place the handset in the base  
unit with the keys and display  
facing upward.  
This position lets you see Caller ID  
messages on the display.  
When the handset has been properly  
placed on the charging terminals of  
the base unit, the “CHARGE/ IN USE”  
LED of the base unit lights and  
charging begins. Charge the battery  
for 15-20 hours.  
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Step 3  
Battery use time (per charge)  
From fully charged  
• 7 hours continuous use.  
• 14 days when the handset is in the standby mode.  
When the battery charge becomes low  
When the voltage of battery pack is very low and  
needs to be charged, the phone eliminates  
functions to save power. If the phone is not in use,  
“Low Battery” flashes and none of the keys will  
operate. If the phone is in use, "Low Battery" flashes and the handset beeps.  
Complete your conversation as quickly as possible and return the handset to the base  
unit for charging.  
Note  
Even when the battery pack is not being used, it will gradually discharge over a  
long period.  
Cleaning the battery contacts  
To maintain a good charge, it is important to clean all battery contacts on the  
handset and base unit with a pencil eraser or other contact cleaner, if necessary,  
about once a month.  
Do not use any liquids or solvents.  
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Making Calls  
Dialing from standby  
1
Dial the phone number. (up to 32 digits.)  
Example: Enter 800-919-3647  
2
Press TALK/ FLASH. “Talk” flashes on the  
display. Then the volume setting appears for a  
few seconds.  
Example: Volume level “High”  
3
4
The number is dialed. After about 5 seconds,  
the call-time display appears.  
To hang up, press OFF or place the handset in  
the base. The call-time will be displayed for  
about 5 seconds.  
Other Operations  
To  
Do this  
To improve reception.  
To temporarily switch to tone dial  
Press DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
Press / t/ TONE. The following numbers  
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dialed will be sent as tone dialing.  
To enter a pause in the dialing sequence. Press REDIAL/ PAUSE.  
Dialing from talk mode  
1
2
Pick up the handset.  
Press TALK/ FLASH. “Talk” and the volume  
setting appear on the display.  
3
Dial the phone number.  
After about 5 seconds, the call-time  
display appears.  
Example: Enter 800-919-3647  
4
To hang up, press OFF or place the handset in  
the base. The call-time will be displayed for  
about 5 seconds. The phone returns to standby.  
Redialing  
The REDIAL/ PAUSE key redials the last number dialed. The redialed number can be up  
to 32 digits long.  
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Receiving Calls  
Receiving a call  
1
Phone rings.  
When the handset receives a Caller ID  
message, the following display appears.  
2
3
Press TALK/ FLASH. “Talk” and the  
volume setting appears on the display.  
To hang up, press OFF or place the handset  
in the base.  
The call time will be displayed for about  
5 seconds.  
Instant Talk when ringing  
When the Instant Talk setting is on and there is an incoming call, simply lift the  
handset from the base unit to answer the phone.  
Any key when ringing  
When the Instant Talk setting is on and the handset is off the base, press  
TALK/ FLASH, any numeric key, / t/ TONE or #/ s to answer the incoming call.  
*
Call Waiting  
Note: You must subscribe to Call Waiting service to use this feature.  
When a call is received during a telephone call already in progress, press TALK/ FLASH  
to switch to the new call. If you also subscribe to Caller ID on Call Waiting, you will  
see the name and number of the caller in Call Waiting (See page 31.)  
Note  
Instant Talk is initially set to off as the default setting.  
To turn it on, proceed to setting Caller ID options. (See page 26)  
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Handset Ringer and Earpiece Volume  
Handset ringer tone  
In the standby mode, press L or M.  
Each time L or M is pressed, the ringer tone  
setting changes and the selected ringer tone  
sounds for 2 seconds.  
Handset earpiece volume  
During a telephone call, pressing L or M will change  
the earpiece volume of the handset. This setting will  
remain in effect after the telephone call has ended.  
When you press L in Maximum mode or press M in Low mode, an error tone sounds.  
Ringer Mute  
You can temporarily mute the handset ringer tone. When the handset is off the base  
and the phone is ringing, press OFF. The ringer tone will return to normal starting with  
the next incoming call.  
Using the Page Feature  
To locate the handset (while it’s off the base)  
1
2
3
Press PAGE/ FIND on the base.  
The handset beeps for 60 seconds.  
Press any key on the handset or PAGE/ FIND on  
the base, or return the handset to the base to  
cancel the page.  
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Memory Storing  
You can store up to 10 phone numbers in the dial memory.  
Storing phone numbers and names  
1
Press and hold MEMORY until a tone  
sounds and “Memory Store”  
is displayed.  
2
Press L or M to scroll to the memory  
location where you would like to store  
the number.  
Or press the keypad (0 to 9) to select  
the memory location where you  
would like to store the number.  
3
Press SELECT.  
When an empty memory location is selected,  
“Store Name” is displayed. The cursor  
flashes indicating that the display is ready for  
the name to be entered.  
If this screen appears, the memory location  
is reserved. You must edit the location. (See  
page 23.)  
Notes  
• Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 30 seconds  
or the phone will return to standby. If you return the handset in the cradle, the  
phone will return to standby too.  
• You have 30 seconds after pressing MEMORY to enter the number you wish to  
store. Otherwise, an error tone will sound.  
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Memory Storing  
4
Use the number keys to enter the name.  
The name cannot exceed 14 characters.  
• See the ”Steps for entering names and special characters“, page 20.  
• Use the / t/ TONE and #/ s to move the cursor to the desired position.  
*
• Use the DELETE/ CHANNEL key to delete characters as needed.  
• Press and hold DELETE/ CHANNEL to delete all the characters.  
• If a name is not required, go to step 5.  
5
6
Press SELECT.  
“Store Number” is displayed. The cursor  
flashes indicating that the display is ready for the  
number to be entered.  
Use the keypad, / t/ TONE, #/ s, or  
*
REDIAL/ PAUSE keys to enter the phone number.  
The phone number can be up to 20 digits.  
• Use the REDIAL/ PAUSE key to enter pause in  
the dialing sequence. The display shows a “P”.  
The pause feature is useful for long distance calling, credit card dialing,  
or sequences that require a pause between digits.  
Note  
• Use the DELETE/ CHANNEL key to delete digits as needed.  
7
Press SELECT.  
The handset beeps and displays the confirmation screen.  
The memory storage is complete.  
For example if you store a name and number into  
memory location number 7, the display shows  
“Memory 7 Stored”.  
After about 2 seconds, “Memory Store”  
is displayed.  
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Memory Storing  
Steps for entering names and special characters  
Refer to the letters on the number keys to select the desired characters.  
With each press of a numeric key, the displayed character appears in the following  
order: Upper case letters first, lower case letters next and finally the number  
corresponding to the key.  
Number of times key is pressed  
keys  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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A
D
G
J
M
P
T
W
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K
N
Q
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X
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7
9
(blank) 0  
If you make a mistake while entering a name  
Use / t/ TONE or #/ s to move the cursor to the incorrect character. Press  
*
DELETE/ CHANNEL to erase the wrong character, then enter the correct character. To  
delete all characters, press and hold DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
For example, to enter Memorex:  
1) Pick up the handset and press and hold MEMORY.  
2) Enter a number or press L, M to select a memory location number.  
3) Press SELECT.  
4) Press 6 once.  
5) Press 3 five times.  
6) Press 6 four times, then press #/ s to move the cursor to the right.  
If the next character uses the same number key, you must press #/ s  
to move the cursor over. Otherwise the next time you press the number  
key, it changes the character that was previously set.  
Note  
7) Press 6 six times.  
8) Press 7 seven times.  
9) Press 3 five times.  
10) Press 9 six times.  
11) When finished, press SELECT.  
To continue to store the telephone number, proceed to step 6 on page 19.  
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Memory Dialing  
Making calls with memory dialing  
Dialing from standby  
1
Press MEMORY.  
The handset displays your programmed  
memory locations.  
2
Press the L and M keys to select the memory  
location you would like to dial.  
For example if the M key is pressed once, the pointer  
moves down to the next memory location number.  
Or press the number keypad to select the  
memory location you would like to dial.  
For example if you press 5 on the keypad, the display  
shows memory location number 5 with the pointer in  
that line.  
3
Press TALK/ FLASH, “Talk” momentarily  
flashes on the display and the volume setting  
appears. Then the displayed number is dialed.  
Notes  
• To cancel the memory selection, press OFF while selecting the memory location.  
The handset returns to standby.  
• Whenever you are using a menu screen, you must press a key within 30 seconds  
or the phone will return to standby.  
• If you press SELECT before TALK/ FLASH, you can confirm the name and the number  
stored in the selected memory location.  
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Memory Dialing  
Display a Programmed Number  
Press MEMORY, then use the / t/ TONE or #/ s keys to toggle between the name  
*
and the number displays.  
Program name  
Program number  
Note  
When the stored phone number has 15 or more  
digits, “a” is displayed next to the 13th digit.  
Press #/ s to see the extra digits and / t/ TONE  
*
to return.  
Dialing from talk mode  
1
Press TALK/ FLASH.  
"Talk" and the volume setting appear on  
the display.  
2
3
Press MEMORY.  
Press the number keypad to select the memory  
location of the desired phone number. The  
selected phone number is displayed.  
Then the number is dialed.  
Note  
If you select a memory location that does not have a stored number, the handset will  
beep rapidly and the phone will not dial.  
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Memory Editing  
Editing a stored name and/or phone number  
1
2
3
Press and hold MEMORY until a tone sounds and  
“Memory Store” is displayed.  
Press the L or M keys or number keypad to  
select the memory location you would like to edit.  
Press SELECT.  
The following screen appears with the memory  
location number that you have selected in  
the display.  
For example, if you selected memory location number 1,  
the display shows memory 1 selected.  
4
Press the L or M key to select "Edit Memory",  
then press SELECT.  
The following screen appears. The cursor flashes  
indicating that the display is ready for the name to  
be edited.  
When a name has not been stored, the cursor  
appears at the beginning of the second line.  
5
6
Press the number keys, #/ s, / t/ TONE, or  
DELETE/ CHANNEL to edit the name. (See page 19.)  
To edit only the phone number, skip this step.  
*
Press SELECT.  
The following screen appears. The cursor flashes  
indicating that the display is ready for the number  
to be edited.  
7
8
Use the number keypad, #/ s, / t/ TONE,  
*
REDIAL/ PAUSE or DELETE/ CHANNEL key to edit  
the phone number. The phone number cannot  
exceed 20 digits. (See page 19.)  
When the phone number is not to be edited, skip  
this step.  
Press SELECT.  
The handset beeps and displays the confirmation  
screen. The memory storage is complete.  
For example if you store a name and number into  
memory location number 1, the display shows  
“Memory 1 Stored”.  
After about 2 seconds, “Memory Store”  
is displayed.  
9
Press OFF to return to standby.  
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Memory Erasing  
Erasing a stored name and phone number  
1
Press and hold MEMORY until a tone sounds and  
“Memory Store” is displayed.  
2
Press the L or M keys or the number keypad  
to select the memory location you would like  
to erase.  
3
4
5
Press SELECT.  
Example: Memory 2 is selected  
Press M to move the pointer down to  
“Delete Memory” .  
Press SELECT. The following confirmation  
screen appears.  
6
7
Press L to move the pointer to “Yes”.  
Press SELECT or DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
A tone sounds and the memory is deleted.  
The following screen appears.  
8
9
After 2 seconds the display returns to the  
“Memory Store” screen.  
You may select another number to delete (return  
to step 2).  
Press OFF to return to standby.  
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Speed Dial Feature  
You can store your most frequently dialed number in the speed dialing location. The  
speed dialing feature allows you to dial a number with only one key press. (There is  
no need to press TALK/ FLASH. The phone will automatically dial the number stored.)  
Storing and Editing the Speed Dial  
1
Press and hold SPEED DIAL. The following  
screen appears.  
If this screen appears, there is a number already  
stored. Press L or M to select “Edit Number”,  
then press SELECT.  
2
3
Store the number by following step 6 under  
“Storing phone number and names” on page 19.  
Press SELECT.  
The handset beeps and displays the confirmation  
screen. The memory storage is complete.  
Note  
Memory location for the Speed Dial is independent from the memory location for  
Memory dial.  
Making calls with speed dialing  
In the standby mode, simply press SPEED DIAL. The number stored in the Speed Dial  
memory location is instantly dialed.  
Note  
If the Speed Dial does not have a stored number, the handset will beep rapidly and  
the phone will not dial.  
Deleting the Speed Dial  
1
Press and hold SPEED DIAL. The following  
screen appears.  
2
3
Press L or M to select “Delete Number”.  
Press SELECT. The following confirmation  
screen appears.  
4
5
Press L to move the pointer to “Yes”.  
Press SELECT or DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
The handset beeps and displays the  
confirmation screen. After about 2 seconds,  
the phone returns to standby.  
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Caller ID Features  
Caller ID  
When the telephone rings, the Caller ID feature allows you to view the caller’s name  
and phone number on the display before you answer the phone.  
The handset displays the phone number of the incoming call, the name, time, and the  
number of calls. Additionally, you can dial the displayed number and store the  
information for memory dialing.  
Setting Caller ID options/Language  
There are three Caller ID setup options available; they are Instant Talk, CIDCW (Caller  
ID on Call Waiting), and Area Code.  
Instant Talk allows you to answer the phone without pressing the TALK/ FLASH  
button. If the phone rings when Instant Talk is on, simply remove the handset from  
the base and the phone automatically answers the call. If the phone rings when  
Instant Talk is off, you must press TALK/ FLASH to answer the call.  
Note  
Instant Talk is referred to as AutoTalkin the screen.  
Caller ID on Call Waiting (CIDCW) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a Call  
Waiting number. You must subscribe to CIDCW from your phone company in  
order to use this feature.  
If you enter a 3-digit area code number in the Area Codeoption, your local area  
code does not appear in Caller ID messages. When reviewing Caller ID messages,  
you will see only the local seven digit number. For calls received from outside your  
local area code, you will see a full 10-digit number.  
Note  
If your calling area requires 10-digit dialing, do not program this option.  
Language option can be used to choose the language of your display. You can select  
either English or French.  
To change your Caller ID options/Language:  
1
Press and hold CID/ MENU. The following  
screen appears.  
2
Use L and M or a number key (1-5) to move the pointer to the selection that you  
would like to change.  
• For Instant Talk, press the SELECT key to toggle between On or Off.  
• For CIDCW, press the SELECT key to toggle between On or Off.  
• To change the Area Code, press SELECT and use the number keypad to enter  
the Area Code, then press SELECT again. (You will hear a confirmation tone  
indicating the area code has been changed.)  
• To set up the language of your display, move  
the pointer to “Language”. Press SELECT to  
select “Eng” (English) or “Fr.” (French).  
3
After you have made your selections, press OFF  
and return the handset to the base.  
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Caller ID Features  
When the telephone rings  
1
When phone rings, the CHARGE/ IN USE LED blinks.  
On the second ring, the display shows the caller’s phone number, along with the  
date and time. The incoming call information is stored.  
If the Caller ID service includes the caller’s name, it appears on the display (up to  
15 letters).  
Here are some typical displays:  
When the phone number and name data  
are received  
When a private number is received  
When a private name is received  
When an unknown number is received  
When invalid data is received  
When an unknown name is received  
2
When the telephone is answered, the display changes to “Talk”.  
Notes  
• If you answer a call before the Caller ID message is received (Example: before the  
second ring), the Caller ID message will not appear.  
• When the call is received via a telephone company that does not offer Caller ID  
service, the caller's phone number and name do not appear. (This includes  
international calls.)  
• When the call is via a private branch exchange (PBX), the caller's phone number and  
name may not appear.  
• Data errors appear as “ ”.  
2
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Caller ID Features  
Viewing the Caller ID message list  
The Caller ID list stores information for up to 30 incoming calls - even  
unanswered calls.  
1
Press CID/ MENU. The summary screen appears.  
When there are new messages you have  
received, “New” and the number of calls are  
displayed. The summary screen shows how  
many new calls are stored, along with the total  
of new and old calls stored in the list.  
2
Press M to display the latest Caller ID message.  
3
4
Press M to see the next message. Or press L  
to see the previous message.  
Press OFF to return to standby.  
Long Distance Calls and Area Code Setting/Cancellation  
Pressing 1 while the incoming call information is  
displayed (in step 1) will set or cancel a long  
distance call. The prefix “1-” will be displayed at  
the beginning of the phone number when a long  
distance call is set. Pressing 1 again will cancel the  
long distance call setting.  
Pressing 3 will set or cancel an area code setting.  
Notes  
• If a call comes in via a telephone system that does not offer Caller ID service, no  
information is stored.  
• Each message can be up to 15 characters for the phone number and the name.  
• If the phone number is more than 15 characters, only “1” will be displayed at the  
beginning of the phone number when a long distance call is set.  
• In Caller ID operation, if no key is pressed for more than 30 seconds, an error tone  
sounds and the telephone returns to the standby mode.  
• The number of calls from the same Caller ID appears next to the received time.  
Once you read the new message, the number will disappear.  
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Caller ID Features  
Deleting information from the Caller ID list  
Your phone stores up to 30 Caller ID messages. If more new calls are received,  
messages stored in the list are deleted beginning with the oldest message in the list.  
Data can also be deleted manually.  
Deleting a Caller ID message  
1
2
Press CID/ MENU.  
Press L or M to select the message that you  
would like to delete. (See page 28.)  
3
4
Press DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
Press L or M to select “Yes” or "No".  
5
Press SELECT or DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
When the pointer is at “Yes”:  
A tone sounds and the next Caller ID message is displayed.  
When the pointer is at “No”:  
The display returns to the Caller ID display.  
Deleting all Caller ID names/numbers  
1
Press CID/ MENU.  
2
Press DELETE/ CHANNEL, while the summary  
screen is displayed.  
3
4
Press L or M to select “Yes” or “No”.  
Press SELECT or DELETE/ CHANNEL.  
When the pointer is at “Yes”:  
A tone sounds and all stored Caller ID messages  
are deleted.  
When the pointer is at “No”:  
The display returns to the summary screen.  
Notes  
• While using the “Delete Message?” or “Delete All?” screen, if no key is  
pressed for more than 30 seconds, an error tone sounds and the telephone returns  
to standby.  
• If you get an incoming call or page, the deleting operation is canceled and the  
telephone returns to standby so you can answer the call or page.  
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Caller ID Features  
Using the Caller ID list  
Calling a party from the Caller ID list  
You can place a call from the Caller ID list. Your telephone stores up to 30 messages.  
1
2
Press CID/ MENU.  
Press L or M to select the phone number that  
you want to dial.  
3
Press TALK/ FLASH.  
The displayed phone number dials automatically.  
Note  
You cannot make a call from the Caller ID list if your phone is connected to private  
branch exchange (PBX).  
Storing Caller ID messages in Memory  
Messages shown in the Caller ID list can be stored for memory dialing.  
Using the incoming call information (i.e., Caller ID list), the phone number of the party  
on the Caller ID list can be stored in memory dialing.  
1
2
Press CID/ MENU.  
Display the phone number to be stored from the  
Caller ID list. (See page 28.)  
3
4
Press MEMORY.  
Press L, M or the number keypad (0-9) to select  
the memory location where you wish to store the  
name and number from the Caller ID list.  
5
Press SELECT.  
A tone sounds. The number is stored in memory,  
and the display returns to the Caller ID list.  
Notes  
• If a message has already been stored in the  
selected memory location, a verification screen is  
displayed. Press L to select “Yes”.  
Press SELECT to overwrite. The display returns to  
the Caller ID list.  
• You cannot store a Caller ID message if no phone number appears in the message.  
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Caller ID Features  
Using “Caller ID with Call Waiting” service  
“Caller ID” and “Call Waiting” are separate services. CIDCW (Caller ID on Call  
Waiting) performs the same as regular Caller ID on a Call Waiting number. You  
must subscribe to the "Caller ID with Call Waiting (CIDCW)" service from your  
telephone company before you can use the following features.  
The “Call Waiting” service can also be used independently. Please contact your  
telephone company for details.  
When a new incoming call arrives during your current telephone call, the phone  
number appears. (The name of the new caller is displayed, depending upon the  
telephone service.)  
1
2
When a new incoming call arrives during your  
current telephone call, the phone number and  
the name of the caller is displayed.  
Press TALK/ FLASH.  
You will be able to talk with the person that has just  
called. The person with whom you were talking will  
be put on hold.  
3
To return to the first caller, press TALK/ FLASH again.  
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The Answering Machine  
The phone has a built-in answering system that answers and records incoming calls.  
You can also use your answering system to record a conversation, leave a voice  
memo message for others who use the phone, or to announce a special message to  
callers when you’re away from your phone.  
Features  
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Digital Tapeless Recording  
13 minutes of Recording Time  
Call Screening  
Selectable Outgoing Messages  
Voice Prompt for Guidance (Bilingual Announcement Option)  
Time and Day Announcement  
Remote Message Retrieval  
Toll Saver  
Conversation Recording  
Voice Memo  
Digital Tapeless Recording allows you to quickly review, save, or delete the messages  
you choose. You will never have to worry about a tape wearing out, jamming, or  
resetting improperly.  
The Integrated Answering System is easy and convenient to use, but please read  
through all of the instructions carefully.  
Turning the Answering System On/Off  
1
To turn the answering system on,  
press ANSWER ON/ OFF.  
The current greeting message will be  
played and you will hear a tone. The  
message counter displays the number  
of messages stored in memory. If the  
display flashes, then there are new  
messages waiting for you.  
2
To turn the answering system off,  
press ANSWER ON/ OFF again. After  
the announcement “Answer off” the  
message counter display goes out.  
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The Answering Machine  
Setting up Your Answering System  
Using the Menu Mode  
The Menu mode allows you to set the following Answering System functions.  
•
To scroll through the menu option, repeatedly  
press MENU. The system returns to standby  
after the last menu option. A confirmation tone  
sounds to indicate Standby Mode.  
MENU  
"Time"  
MENU  
•
If any of the following occurs during menu  
setup, the system returns to standby. Start over  
with the menu function after the interruption.  
- Press TALK/ FLASH  
"Security Code"  
MENU  
"Ring Time"  
- Press PLAY/ STOP  
- 30 seconds lapse of time  
MENU  
"Record Time"  
•
•
The idle time default setting is 30 seconds. If  
the system remains idle for 30 seconds, an error  
sounds and the system returns to standby.  
MENU  
"Message Alert"  
MENU  
You can use VOL L or M to adjust the  
announcement volume level during a  
voice prompt/guidance.  
"Hello"  
MENU  
Return to standby  
with tone sounds.  
• For your convenience, voice  
prompts will guide you through  
the menu mode.  
Notes  
• To exit menu mode, press  
PLAY/ STOP. To move to the next  
menu option, press MENU.  
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The Answering Machine  
Setting the Time  
The clock on the answering system starts when power is applied to the base. Follow  
these steps to set the clock to the correct time.  
1
Press MENU.  
The system announces “Time” and  
the current time. The message  
counter displays the current numbers  
(
through  
) indicating the day of  
the week.  
2
3
Press SKIP or REPEAT until the correct  
day is announced. The numbers  
through  
are displayed on the base.  
Press SET/ RINGER to select the day.  
4
Press SKIP or REPEAT until you hear the correct hour setting. The numbers  
through are displayed on the base as each hour is announced.  
5
6
Press SET/ RINGER to select the hour.  
Press SKIP or REPEAT until you hear the correct minute setting. The numbers  
through  
are displayed on the base as each minute is announced.  
7
8
Press SET/ RINGER to select the minute.  
Press SKIP or REPEAT until you hear the correct AM or PM setting. The message  
counter displays  
or  
.
9
Press SET/ RINGER to select the AM/PM.  
You hear a confirmation tone. The phone announces “Time” and the time and day  
for your review. The base LED displays the number that corresponds with the day  
of the week.  
Notes  
• Normally the idle time for the menu mode is 30 seconds before the system returns  
to standby. However for setting the time, the idle time is extended to two minutes.  
• Press and hold SKIP or REPEAT to quickly scroll through numbers on the display.  
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The Answering Machine  
Setting a Personal Security Code (PIN)  
To play your messages from a remote location, you will need to enter a two-digit  
Personal Identification Number (PIN) code (00-99). To select a PIN, perform the  
following steps:  
1
Press MENU twice.  
“Security code” and the current PIN code is announced as it is displayed on  
the base.  
2
3
Press SKIP or REPEAT until the desired number appears.  
Press SET/ RINGER to select the PIN code. You hear a tone and the system  
announces “Security code” and the new PIN code.  
The PIN code is set to “80” when you purchase the phone.  
Note  
Setting the ring time  
The ring time setting allows you to set the number of rings the caller hears before  
your answering system plays the outgoing message. You can set the ring time to  
answer after two, four, or six rings. Setting  
(Toll Saver), the answering system  
picks up after two rings if you have new messages, and after four rings if there are  
none. This way, if you make a long distance call to check your messages, you can  
hang up after the second ring to avoid billing charges.  
1
Press MENU three times.  
You hear “Ring time” and the current ring time ([  
] 2, [  
] 4, [  
] 6,  
[
] Toll saver), and it is displayed on the base.  
2
3
Press SKIP or REPEAT until the desired ring time appears.  
Press SET/ RINGER to select the new ring time. You hear a tone and the system  
announces “Ring time” and the new ring time.  
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The Answering Machine  
Selecting the message record time  
You have three record time options. The options “1 minute” , or “4 minutes” set the  
duration for recording the incoming messages. “Announce only” answers the call  
with the preset greeting or your personal greeting but prevents the caller from leaving  
a message.  
1
Press MENU four times.  
You hear “Record time” and the current recording time ([  
] 1 minute, [  
] 4  
minutes, [  
] Announce only), and it is displayed on the base.  
2
3
Press SKIP or REPEAT until the desired time appears.  
Press SET/ RINGER to select the new recording time. You hear a tone. The system  
announces “Record time” and the new recording time.  
M Announce only feature  
The announce only feature plays a prerecorded outgoing message “Hello, no one is  
available to take your call. Please call again.”, but it will not allow the caller to leave a  
message. To set “Announce only”, follow the steps above.  
To scroll between the prerecorded message or your own personal greeting, press  
OGM when the outgoing message is played. If you want to use your own greeting,  
you may want to change your greeting to omit the prompt “to leave a message”.  
Refer to “Recording a personal outgoing message” (Greeting) on page 39.  
Note  
When using the Announce only feature, you may want to change your outgoing  
message if the message prompts the caller to leave a message. The prerecorded  
message changes automatically.  
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The Answering Machine  
Setting the Message Alert tone  
The Message Alert feature lets you know you have new messages by sounding a  
short beeping tone. If you set the Message Alert to On and when a new message is  
received, the alert tone will sound every 15 seconds.  
Setting the Message Alert tone to On or Off by using menu key.  
1
Press MENU five times.  
You hear the announcement “Message Alert” and the current setting ([  
] Off,  
[
] On), and it is displayed on the base.  
2
3
Press SKIP or REPEAT to select.  
Press SET/ RINGER to select the new setting. You hear a confirmation tone, then  
the announcement “Message Alert” and the current setting you have selected is  
announced. When the first new message is received, the beeping tone will begin  
to sound.  
M Turning the Message Alert tone Off by pressing any key.  
To quickly turn the Message Alert tone Off, press any key on the base unit and the  
tone will automatically deactivate. To reset, go back into the menu setup mode  
(steps 1- 3 above.)  
M Turning Message Alert tone Off when you’re away from your phone.  
When all new messages are played back using the remote playback feature (see  
page 43) the Message Alert tone will automatically deactivate. The tone will not  
deactivate until all messages are played back.  
Selecting the Language  
The answering system voice announcements can be heard in English or French.  
To choose the language of the answering system voice announcements:  
1
Press MENU six times.  
The current setting ([  
] or [  
]) appears on the base and the announcement is  
heard in the selected language (ex. “Hello”, “Bonjour”).  
2
3
Press SKIP or REPEAT to select the desired language.  
Press SET/ RINGER.  
A confirmation tone is heard along with the setting in the language selected.  
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The Answering Machine  
Setting the base ringer volume  
You have three ringer options. One allows you to turn the ringer off. The other two are  
volume levels.  
1
Press SET/ RINGER.  
You hear the ringer at the current  
volume level ([  
] High, [  
] Low, [  
]
Off), and it is displayed on the base.  
2
3
Press SET/ RINGER until the desired  
ringer option appears.  
The system displays new ringer volume.  
Note  
When you have set the base ringer to off and the handset is on the base, you will still  
hear the ringer from the handset.  
Adjusting the speaker volume level  
Adjust the volume of the base speaker by pressing the VOL keys on the base. Press  
L for louder or M for softer.  
The numbers 0-9 are displayed on the base indicating the volume levels. 0 being the  
softest and 9 being the loudest.  
When you press L at 9 or M at 0, an error tone sounds.  
Note  
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The Answering Machine  
Setting Your Outgoing Message (Greeting)  
When you receive a call, the answering system automatically plays either a preset  
message or your own greeting.  
M Preset message  
The following message is prerecorded:  
“Hello, no one is available to take your call.  
Please leave a message after the tone.”  
See “Selecting the message  
Note  
record time”, on page 36 for how  
to set the announce only feature.  
M Recording a personal outgoing  
message (Greeting)  
1
Press and hold OGM.  
You hear the announcement “Record  
greeting” and a tone. The [  
]
flashes on the message counter.  
2
3
Start recording your message. You  
have 30 seconds, and the message  
counter starts to count down [  
] every second.  
] to  
[
When you are finished recording your  
greeting, press OGM or PLAY/ STOP.  
You hear a tone after your greeting  
plays back on the base speaker.  
Notes  
• You can record a greeting up to 30 seconds long.  
• Position yourself as near to the base as possible and speak clearly when recording  
your outgoing message.  
M Choosing between the two outgoing messages  
Press OGM. Then press OGM again when the outgoing message is played. This  
switches between the prerecorded greeting or the personal greeting. After finishing  
playing back the message, a tone is heard.  
To delete the personal Greeting, press DELETE during the announcement and  
the system announces “Greeting has been deleted”.  
Note  
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The Answering Machine  
Using Your Answering System  
The message counter displays the number of messages stored in memory. If the  
display flashes, then there are new messages waiting for you. The flashing number  
represents the number of new messages, not total messages. The phone is designed  
to play your new messages first. After you play all your new messages, you can then  
play your old messages.  
Note  
When the answering system is full, [  
]is displayed on the base, and the system  
announces “No remaining time”. You should delete some messages so that the  
system can record new messages. (Refer to “Deleting a message” on page 42.)  
Playing your messages  
1
2
Press PLAY/ STOP.  
The system announces the number of  
new and old messages and the LED  
displays the number of new messages.  
The time and day that each message  
was received is announced after the  
message is played, and the message  
counter displays the number of the  
current message.  
When all new messages have been  
played, you hear a tone. The system  
returns to standby.  
After you have reviewed your new  
messages, you can play your old  
messages by again pressing  
PLAY/ STOP. Once you have listened to  
a new message, it then becomes an  
old message. The old messages will  
then be played in the order in which  
they were received.  
Hint  
To stop playing your messages, press PLAY/ STOP again at any time.  
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The Answering Machine  
Repeating a Message  
1
Press PLAY/ STOP to review your  
messages. The number of stored  
messages are announced.  
2
3
After a message has played for a few  
seconds, press REPEAT to replay the  
message. If you have several  
messages, press REPEAT repeatedly  
until you return to the message you  
want to replay.  
Press PLAY/ STOP at any time to stop  
reviewing messages and return to  
standby. The message counter  
shows the number of messages  
stored in memory.  
To quickly scroll backwards through a  
message, press and hold REPEAT.  
Skipping a message  
1
Press PLAY/ STOP to review your messages. The number of messages  
is announced.  
2
Press SKIP at anytime to skip to the next message.  
Each time SKIP is pressed, the system scans forward one message. If you have  
several messages, press SKIP to find the message you want to play.  
3
Press PLAY/ STOP at any time to stop reviewing your messages and return to  
standby. The message counter shows the number of messages stored in memory.  
To quickly scroll forward through a message, press and hold SKIP.  
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The Answering Machine  
Deleting a messages  
To maintain maximum record time, delete the old messages.  
1
2
3
Press PLAY/ STOP to review your messages.  
Press DELETE anytime during the message to delete the message.  
You hear a tone and the message is deleted.  
You can also delete all of the messages.  
1
2
Press DELETE.  
You hear an announcement “To delete all messages, press delete again.”  
Press DELETE again.  
You hear a confirmation tone and all the messages are deleted.  
When you try to delete all messages without first listening to your new messages, you  
hear an error tone followed by an announcement “Please playback all messages”. This  
protects you from accidentally erasing messages you have not heard yet.  
When you press DELETE, you are permanently deleting the message. Once  
deleted, the message cannot be replayed.  
Note  
Voice memo  
The voice memo function allows the user to record messages (up to 10 minutes).  
1
Press and hold MEMO. You hear an  
announcement “Record memo  
message” and a tone. [  
the message counter.  
] flashes on  
2
3
Start your recording.  
When you have finished, press  
PLAY/ STOP or MEMO to stop  
recording. You hear a tone and the  
system returns to standby.  
Notes  
• The voice memo function is completely independent of the greeting message. It’s  
easy to leave others quick messages.  
• The voice memo messages are recorded as incoming messages.  
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The Answering Machine  
Recording a conversation  
You can record up to 10 minutes of conversation while you are using your phone.  
1
During a conversation from the handset,  
press and hold MEMO.  
The unit begins recording and [  
flashes on the message counter.  
]
A beep that can be heard by both  
parties, sounds during recording.  
If you receive a call waiting tone  
while recording a conversation,  
press TALK/ FLASH to accept the  
waiting call. The recording  
feature continues recording the  
new call. The original call is put  
on hold.  
Note  
2
To stop recording, press PLAY/ STOP  
or MEMO.  
Notes  
• A recorded conversation is treated as a typical message and will be added  
to the stored messages.  
• When recording a conversation, all handset keys, except TALK/ FLASH,  
DELETE/ CHANNEL, VOL L, M, and OFF are disabled. Stop recording if you  
need to enable any other handset keys.  
Remote access away from home  
You can operate your answering system from a remote location using any touch-tone  
telephone. Use this function to check for recorded messages, to play or delete  
messages, or even to record a new greeting message.  
1
2
Call your telephone number.  
During the greeting message playback, press # and enter your PIN code.  
(See “Setting a Personal Security Code”, page 35).  
3
The answering system announces the current time and the number of  
messages stored in memory.  
You hear “To play incoming messages, press pound two. For help, press  
pound zero”.  
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The Answering Machine  
4
You may select a command from the following chart:  
Command  
# then 1  
# then 2  
# then 3  
# then 4  
# then 5  
# then 6  
# then 7  
# then 8  
# then 9  
# then 0  
Function  
Repeating a Message  
Playing Incoming Messages  
Skipping a Message  
Deleting a Message  
Stop Operation  
Answering System On  
Memo Record/Stop*  
Greeting Message Record/Stop*  
Answer System Off  
Help Guidance  
*
For Memo Record and Greeting Message Record function, the first time you enter  
the corresponding command, it starts the Recording function. If you want to stop  
the recording, enter the command again.  
5
6
You hear intermittent beeps indicating that the system is in the command waiting  
mode. You may enter another command at this time from the chart above.  
When you are finished, hang up to exit the system. The answering system  
automatically returns to standby.  
Notes  
• You must enter a command within 15 seconds of entering the command waiting  
mode or the answering system automatically hangs up and returns to standby.  
• The system will only playback messages for four minutes and returns to  
command waiting mode. To continue playing your messages, press # then 2  
again within 15 seconds.  
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The Answering Machine  
Turn on the answering system remotely  
If you have forgotten to turn on your answering system, you can turn it on remotely  
from any touch-tone telephone.  
1
2
3
Call your telephone number.  
Wait ten rings until the system answers. You hear a tone.  
Press # and then enter your PIN code. The answering system announces the  
current time and the number of messages stored in memory. You hear “To play  
incoming messages, press pound two. For help, press pound zero”.  
4
5
Press # then 6 to turn the answering system on. You hear the outgoing message  
and a tone.  
Hang up the phone and subsequent calls will be answered by the system.  
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Additional Information  
Changing the digital security code  
The digital security code is an identification code used to connect the handset and the  
base unit. Normally, setting the code is not necessary.  
The first time you charge your handset, the security code is automatically set. (See  
page 8.) In the rare situation that you suspect another cordless telephone is using the  
same security code, you can change the code as follows.  
1
2
Remove the handset from the base unit.  
Press and hold PAGE/ FIND.  
While the handset is emitting the paging  
sound, place the handset on the base unit  
holding PAGE/ FIND. The paging tone stops.  
Leave the handset on the base for more  
than 3 seconds.  
A random, new security code is set.  
Note  
If the handset battery pack is completely discharged or the battery pack is  
removed, the digital security code will be lost. If this happens, a new security code  
is set automatically next time the battery pack is charged.  
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Additional Information  
Mounting the base unit on a wall  
Standard wall plate mounting  
This phone can be mounted on any standard telephone wall plate.  
1
Plug the telephone line cord to the  
TEL LINE jack and the AC adapter to  
the DC IN 9V jack.  
2
3
4
Plug the telephone line cord into the  
telephone outlet.  
Place the AC adapter cord inside the  
molded wiring channel.  
Plug the AC adapter into a standard  
120V AC wall outlet.  
Use only the AC adapter  
supplied with this phone.  
Note  
5
6
Raise the antenna to a vertical position.  
Align the mounting slots on the base  
with the mounting posts on the wall.  
Push in and down until the phone is  
firmly seated.  
[Direct wall plate mounting]  
If you don't have a standard wall plate, you can mount your phone directly to the wall.  
Before doing this, consider the following:  
•
•
•
•
Avoid electrical cables, pipes, or other items behind the mounting location. That  
could cause a hazard when inserting screws into the wall.  
Try to mount your phone within 5 feet of a working phone jack to avoid excessive  
cord lengths.  
Make sure the wall material is capable of supporting the weight of the base  
and handset.  
Use #10 screws (minimum length of 1-3/8 inches) with anchoring devices suitable  
for the wall material where the base unit will be placed.  
1 Insert two mounting screws into the  
wall, (with their appropriate anchoring  
device), 3-15/16 inches apart. Allow  
about 1/8 of an inch between the  
wall and screw heads for mounting  
the phone.  
2
Refer to steps 1 through 6 above to  
mount the telephone.  
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Additional Information  
Note on power sources  
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM  
BATTERIES  
Battery replacement and  
handling  
When the operating time becomes  
short, even after a battery is recharged,  
please replace the battery.  
With normal usage, your battery should  
last about one year.  
NICKEL-CADMIUM  
BATTERIES MUST BE  
DISPOSED OF  
PROPERLY.  
Please contact your place of purchase  
for a replacement battery.  
Ni-Cd  
Warning: To avoid the risk of personal  
injury or property damage  
from fire or electrical shock,  
only use the Memorex  
Nickel-cadmium cells are used in the  
battery pack. Please take your used  
nickel-cadmium battery packs to a store  
that recycles nickel-cadmium batteries.  
battery model and Memorex  
adapter model specifically  
designated for this product.  
Power Failure  
During the period that the power is  
off, you will not be able to make or  
receive calls with the telephone.  
Caution  
• Use the specified battery pack.  
• Do not remove the battery from the handset to charge it.  
• Never throw the battery into a fire, disassemble it, or heat it.  
• Do not remove or damage the battery casing.  
Maintenance  
Caution  
When slightly dirty  
Do not use paint thinner, benzene,  
alcohol, or other chemical products.  
Doing so may discolor the surface of  
the telephone and damage the finish.  
Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.  
When very dirty  
Wipe with a soft cloth that has been  
dampened with a mild dishwashing  
detergent. Dry with a dry cloth.  
When the charging terminals  
become dirty  
Wipe with a dry cloth or pencil eraser,  
if necessary.  
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Additional Information  
Troubleshooting  
If your phone is not performing to your expectations, please try these simple steps first.  
Symptom  
Suggestion  
The status LED light won't • Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into  
come on when the handset  
is placed in the base unit.  
the base unit and wall outlet.  
• Make sure the handset is properly seated in the  
base unit.  
• Make sure the charging contacts on the  
handset and base unit are clean.  
The audio sounds weak  
and/or scratchy.  
• Make sure that the base unit antenna is in a  
vertical position.  
• Move the handset and or base unit to a different  
location away from metal objects or appliances  
and try again.  
• Press DELETE/ CHANNEL to help eliminate  
background noise.  
• Make sure that you are not too far from the base.  
Can't make or receive calls. • Check both ends of the telephone line cord.  
• Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into the base  
unit and wall outlet.  
• Disconnect the AC adapter for a few minutes,  
then reconnect it.  
• Change the digital security code (See page 46).  
• Make sure TALK/ FLASH is pressed.  
The handset doesn't ring or • The battery pack may be weak. Charge the battery  
receive a page.  
for 15-20 hours.  
• The handset may be too far away from the base unit.  
• Place the base unit away from appliances or  
metal objects.  
• Change the digital security code (See page 46).  
The Caller ID disappears.  
• The handset was picked up before the second ring.  
The Caller ID does  
not display.  
• The call was placed through a switch board.  
• Call your local telephone company to verify your  
Caller ID service is current.  
Severe noise interference. • Keep the handset away from microwave ovens,  
computers, remote control toys, wireless  
microphones, alarm systems, intercoms, room  
monitors, fluorescent lights and electrical appliances.  
• Move to another location or turn off the source  
of interference.  
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Additional Information  
Symptom  
Suggestion  
The answering system  
does not work.  
• Make sure the base unit is plugged in.  
• Make sure the answering system is turned on.  
The answering system  
does not answer calls.  
• Set the record time to either the one minute or four  
minute option.  
• The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the  
saved messages.  
Messages are incomplete. • The incoming messages may be too long. Remind  
callers to leave a brief message.  
• The memory may be full. Delete some or all of the  
saved messages.  
After a power of failure,  
the outgoing message  
is deleted.  
• Record your outgoing message again. The default  
message should remain.  
No sound on the base  
unit speaker during  
call monitoring or  
• Adjust the speaker volume on the base unit.  
message playback.  
Cannot access remote  
call-in features from  
another touch-tone phone.  
• Make sure you’re using the correct PIN code.  
• Make sure that the touch-tone phone you’re using  
can transmit the tone for at least two seconds. If it  
cannot, you may have to use another phone to access  
your messages.  
For additional set-up or operating assistance, please visit our WEBSITE at  
www.memcorpinc.com or contact CUSTOMER SERVICE at 1-800-919-3647.  
FOR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES, CONTACT FOX INT’L AT 1-800-321-6993.  
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Additional Information  
I.C. Notice  
Terminal Equipment  
Notice: This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment  
Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The  
abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was  
performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada  
technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved  
the equipment.  
Notice: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this terminal equipment is marked  
on the equipment itself. The REN assigned to each terminal equipment provides an  
indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a  
telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination  
of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence  
Numbers of all the devices does not exceed five.  
Radio Equipment  
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry  
Canada technical specifications were met.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference  
that may cause undesired operation of the device. “Privacy of communications may  
not be ensured when using this telephone”.  
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Index  
A
L, M, O  
Announce only feature ........................36  
Answering system...............................32  
Deleting a message..........................42  
Playing a message............................40  
Recording a conversation .................43  
Remote access.................................43  
Repeating a message.......................41  
Skipping a message..........................41  
Turning on/off....................................32  
Language.......................................26, 37  
Making calls  
Dialing from standby.........................15  
Dialing from talk mode .....................15  
Redialing ...........................................15  
Making calls with memory dialing.......21  
Making calls with speed dialing ..........25  
Menu mode.........................................33  
Message alert......................................37  
Mounting the base unit on a wall........47  
Outgoing message ..............................39  
B
Battery pack  
Preparing and charging.....................13  
Replacement and handling ...............48  
P, R  
Package contents ..................................9  
PIN code..............................................35  
Receiving a call....................................16  
Recording time ....................................36  
Ringer tone..........................................17  
C
Caller ID service  
Calling from the Caller ID list............30  
Deleting the Caller ID list..................29  
Storing the data of the  
Caller ID list to Memory ...................30  
Viewing Caller ID message list.........28  
Caller ID with Call Waiting ..................31  
Clock....................................................34  
Connection ..........................................11  
S
Setting Caller ID options......................26  
Setup  
Base unit...........................................10  
Handset ............................................13  
Storing phone numbers and names....18  
D
T, U  
Deleting the Speed Dial.......................25  
Dialing mode........................................12  
Digital security code........................8, 46  
Troubleshooting ...................................49  
Using “Caller ID with Call Waiting”  
service .................................................31  
E, H, I, G  
V
Editing a stored name and/or  
Voice memo.........................................42  
phone number .....................................23  
Erasing a stored name and  
phone number .....................................24  
Handset earpiece volume....................17  
I.C. Notice............................................51  
Greeting...............................................39  
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LIMITED WARRANTY—CORDLESS TELEPHONES  
We at MEMOREX believe you will be pleased with your new Cordless Telephone. Please read  
this Warranty carefully. Memorex warrants this product to be free from manufacturing defects  
including original parts and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original  
purchase in, and if used in, the United States.  
Before attempting to have your unit repaired or replaced please check the troubleshooting section  
of your manual and any additional FAQs available at www.memcorpinc.com. However, if you  
should find your unit is not operating properly during the first ninety (90) days of ownership, you  
should first contact your original place of purchase to confirm if you are still covered under their  
return policy. If necessary, Memorex will provide one of the following options (at Memorex’s  
discretion), providing the manufacturing defect is verified along with the date of purchase.  
• Repair service for one (1) year from date of original purchase at no charge for labor and  
parts (excluding batteries) at Memorex’s authorized warranty service facility, providing the  
manufacturing defect is verified along with the date of purchase.  
• Replacement of defective unit with either a new, refurbished, or equivalent model at no  
charge for one (1) year from date of original purchase.  
This warranty is void if the product is:  
A) Damaged through negligence, abuse, misuse, accident, or acts of God.  
B) Used in commercial applications or rentals.  
C) Modified or repaired by anyone other than Memorex or their expressly authorized  
representative.  
D) Damage resulting from the improper connection to equipment of other manufacturers.  
This warranty does not cover:  
A) Cost incurred in the shipping of the product to and from the Memorex authorized repair  
facility listed.  
B) Damage or improper operation caused by the failure to follow the operating instructions  
provided with the product.  
C) Routine adjustments to the product, which can be performed by the customer as  
outlined in the owner’s manual.  
D) Signal reception problems caused by external factors.  
E) Products not purchased in the United States.  
F) Damage to the products used outside the United States.  
G) Replacement of rechargeable batteries.  
In the event that service is required under this warranty, please visit our website,  
www.memcorpinc.com for detailed instructions or call 1-800-919-3647.  
THIS WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND APPLIES SOLELY TO THE ORIGINAL  
PURCHASER AND DOES NOT EXTEND TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS OF THE PRODUCT.  
ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A PERIOD OF THE EXPRESSED  
WARRANTY AS PROVIDED HEREIN BEGINNING WITH THE DATE OF THE ORIGINAL  
PURCHASE AT RETAIL AND NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED  
SHALL APPLY TO THE PRODUCT THEREAFTER. MEMOREX MAKES NO WARRANTY AS  
TO THE FITNESS OF THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE.  
THE EXTENT OF MEMOREX’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF  
MEMOREX. IN NO EVENT SHALL MEMOREX’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE  
PAID BY THE PURCHASER. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL MEMOREX BE LIABLE  
FOR ANY LOSS, DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, FORESEEN, UNFORESEEN, SPECIAL,  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF  
THIS PRODUCT.  
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU  
SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, HOWEVER, YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY  
FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON IMPLIED  
WARRANTIES OR EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, THEREFORE THESE  
RESTRICTIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
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Memo  
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Memo  
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®
Memorex is an ENERGY STAR Partner and determines that this,  
®
and like similar models, comply with the Energy Star guidelines for  
a more energy efficient product.  
®
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.  
Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents:  
4,511,761  
5,434,905  
5,650,790  
5,717,312  
5,794,152  
5,912,968  
6,044,281  
4,523,058  
5,491,745  
5,660,269  
5,732,355  
5,801,466  
5,915,227  
6,070,082  
4,595,795  
5,533,010  
5,661,780  
5,754,407  
5,825,161  
5,929,598  
6,125,277  
4,797,916  
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5,930,720  
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