Lucent Technologies TransTalk 9000 Digital Wireless System MDW 9030P Wireless Pocketphone Installation And Use Manual

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Positioning a Radio Module or Carrier(s) Positioning a Radio Module or Carrier(s)Positioning a Radio Module or Carrier(s) Positioning a Radio Module or Carrier(s)
Positioning a Radio Module or Carrier(s)
Each of your handsets and its corresponding radio module operates within a single zone of
coverage:
Single Radio Module,
Single Carrier, or
Multiple CarriersPOWERRADIOPA S SSingle Radio Module,
Single Carrier, or
Multiple Carriers Approximately
500 to 900 feet in a 
typical office building;
up to 1200 feet in 
an unobstructed 
environment  Approximately
500 to 900 feet in a 
typical office building;
up to 1200 feet in 
an unobstructed 
environment 
The range depends on your particular operating environment. For indoor use, walls between
the handset and the radio module will reduce the phone’s range. Avoid concentrations of
structural metal, such as steel and aluminum, and reinforced concrete.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT:
The MDW 9030P Pocketphone has a built-in testing feature that you can use before final
installation to help determine proper placement of the radio module. To perform the
tests, all you need is an electrical outlet for the radio module and a charged battery
pack in the handset (you do not need a communications system switch/control unit).
The tests are described in “Wireless Test Mode”  later in this chapter.
General Positioning Rules General Positioning RulesGeneral Positioning Rules General Positioning Rules
General Positioning Rules
Failure to observe the following rules regarding location and use will result in poor
performance of your MDW 9030P Pocketphone.
nPosition the radio module or carrier(s) in a central location, relative to the handset(s) usage
area, leaving at least 6 feet (1.8 m) between the radio module or carrier(s) and the commu-
nications system switch/control unit or other wired phones. If your switch/control unit is
located in a remote location, you may have to run a telephone line cord from your switch/
control unit to the centrally positioned radio module or carrier(s). The line cord maximum
length is 1,000 feet (333 m) of 26-gauge cable.
nThe radio module or carrier(s) should be placed high on the wall for optimum voice
quality and range. Allow 6–12 inches (15.2–30.5 cm) of space between the top of the
antenna on the radio modules and the ceiling.
nThe radio module or carrier(s) should never be installed above a drop, suspended
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nThe radio module or carrier(s) should not be within 3 feet (.9 m) of any large metal
object, and should not have metal objects in the line of sight to the operating area of the
handset.
nThe radio module or carrier(s) should not be within 6 feet (1.8 m) of equipment with
microprocessors such as answering machines, personal computers, and fax
machines; control units, communications system switches, or other phones
(especially speakerphones); competing radio devices such as wireless bar-code
scanners; electromagnetic equipment such as electric motors; or electrical main
power feeds, junction boxes, circuit-breaker panels, fuse boxes, or 220-volt power
lines.
nThe radio module or carrier(s) should not share the same power line as equipment with
microprocessors such as answering machines, personal computers, and fax machines; or
electromagnetic equipment such as electric motors.
nIf your communications system uses an uninterruptible power supply, such as a backup
generator, you may want to connect the radio module or carrier(s) to that power supply.
Additional Rules for Installing a Single Radio Module Only Additional Rules for Installing a Single Radio Module OnlyAdditional Rules for Installing a Single Radio Module Only Additional Rules for Installing a Single Radio Module Only
Additional Rules for Installing a Single Radio Module Only
nInstalling a single radio module on a shelf or desk is not recommended, because it
greatly reduces the range and quality of the transmission.
nInstall a single radio module within 3 feet (0.9 m) of either side of, and within 6 to 8 feet
(1.8 to 2.4 m) above, a properly grounded 3-prong electrical outlet that is not controlled
by an on/off switch.
nYou can install a single radio module in a remote location using a telephone line cord to
connect the radio module to the communications system switch/control unit. IROBs
must be used for out-of-building installations.
!CAUTION:
A radio module cannot be installed outdoors.
Additional Rules for Installing One or More Carriers Additional Rules for Installing One or More CarriersAdditional Rules for Installing One or More Carriers Additional Rules for Installing One or More Carriers
Additional Rules for Installing One or More Carriers
nInstall carrier(s) within 15 feet (5 m) of either side of, and within 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to
2.4 m) above, a properly grounded 3-prong electrical outlet that is not controlled by an
on/off switch.
nChoose a location where handset users will not approach the carrier(s) within a
radius of 6 feet (1.8 m) for 1 or 2 carriers or 10 feet (3 m) for 3 carriers.
nWhen installing multiple carriers:
– Install multiple carriers 1 foot (0.3 m) optimally to 4 feet (1.2 m) apart.
– Install multiple carriers on the same horizontal axis (do not install one carrier higher
or lower than another).
– Install the control carrier as the leftmost carrier, using only the expansion cables
provided.
– Slot 6 of a carrier that has another carrier to the right of it must always contain a
radio module to pass the synchronization signal to the next carrier.
!CAUTION:
Carrier(s) cannot be installed outdoors.
Go to Wireless Test Mode. 
						

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Wireless Test Mode Wireless Test ModeWireless Test Mode Wireless Test Mode
Wireless Test Mode
You can determine sound clarity, signal strength, and voice quality using Wireless Test Mode.
You should use Wireless Test Mode to help you locate the best place to install the radio
module(s) to optimize the performance of your MDW 9030P Pocketphone. Repeat the tests
several times, with the radio module positioned in a different location each time.
By performing the tests as you walk around the area in which the handset will be used, you can
determine the handset’s range and the voice quality throughout the area of coverage. To perform
the tests, all you need is an electrical outlet for the radio module and a charged battery
pack in the handset.  You can perform the tests multiple times and in any order; and you
can exit at any time by pressing 
O.
NOTE: NOTE:NOTE: NOTE:
NOTE:
Ignore anything that displays if you press 
4 or 5 while in Wireless Test Mode. These
displays are for Lucent Technologies technicians’ use only.
1. Make sure the handset is turned off.
2. Press and hold the Select button (
) for three seconds.
3. While still holding 
 , press O.
The handset beeps twice, and the display shows the handset settings, indicating you
are in Local Mode.  (While in Local Mode, the MDW 9030P can still receive notification
of incoming calls.)
4. Press W (
9) to enter Wireless Test Mode.
WIRELESS TEST appears on the top line of the handset display.
The handset beeps twice and vibrates, then you hear a simulated dial tone. This dial
tone continues until you exit Wireless Test Mode. While in this mode, the MDW 9030P
cannot make or receive calls.
5. To determine sound clarity, listen to the simulated dial tone as you walk around.
A clear, steady tone indicates good sound clarity.
6. To determine signal strength, press 
1.
The display shows the signal strength (SIG) for both the handset (HS) and the base (B)
(the radio module) at the moment that 
1 was pressed, using a number from 1 to 10, as
shown in the following display.
ON
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The higher the number, the stronger the signal, as shown in the following table.  You
can press 
1 again to show a subsequent signal-strength reading.  Each time you
press 
1, you get a new reading.
7. To determine voice quality, press 
2.
The display shows the voice quality (QUAL) for both the handset (HS) and the base (B)
(the radio module) using a number from 1 to 10, as shown in the following display.
The higher the number, the better the voice quality, as shown in the table below.  A low
number may indicate potential interfering devices (such as another radio transmitter) in
the area.  You can press 
2 again to show a subsequent voice-quality reading.  Each
time you  press 
2, you get a new reading.
8. To exit Wireless Test Mode and Local Mode, press 
O.
Display Number Display NumberDisplay Number Display Number
Display Number
Signal Strength Is Signal Strength IsSignal Strength Is Signal Strength Is
Signal Strength Is
10 Strong
9 Strong
8 Strong
7 Very good
6 Very good
5 Good
4 Good to Fair
3 Fair
2 Near end of range
1 Near end of range/loss of link
ON
Display Number Display NumberDisplay Number Display Number
Display Number
Voice Quality Is Voice Quality IsVoice Quality Is Voice Quality Is
Voice Quality Is
10 Very good
9 Very good/almost error free
8 Errors, but not noticeable in
normal speech
7 Errors, but not noticeable in
normal speech
6 Noticeable noise
5 Noticeable noise
4 Noisy but intelligible speech
3 Noisy but intelligible speech
2 Garbled speech
1 Unintelligible speech 
						

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Go to one of the following sections:n If installing one MDW 9030P Pocketphone, go to “Installing a Single Radio
   Module.”
n Otherwise, go to “Setting the Power Level.”
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Installing a Single Radio Module Installing a Single Radio ModuleInstalling a Single Radio Module Installing a Single Radio Module
Installing a Single Radio Module
nInstall high on wall, leaving 6–12 inches (15.2–30.5 cm) between antenna and ceiling
nSee “Key Components” earlier in this chapter for additional picture detail
Perform the tests described in Wireless Test Mode earlier in this chapter to determine
the optimal placement of the radio module. To perform the tests, all you need is an
electrical outlet for the radio module and a charged battery pack in the handset.
Check to make sure the radio module’s power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet
before continuing.
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Holes
Place the wall-mounting plate against the wall.
Choose a location backed by a wooden stud (if
unavailable, use toggle bolts instead of the supplied
wood screws). Lightly tap a nail into the wall to start
holes. Then screw the plate flush to the wall. Place
the radio module over the plate, then slide it down-
ward to lock it into place. (Note: Do not remove the
plastic cap covering the radio module’s card
edge.)4
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Detach the rubber feet from the shipping card.
Apply them to marked areas on the underside
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Insert one end of the telephone line cord into
an extension jack or terminal/station connector
on your communications system switch/control unit
(refer to your communications system manual for the
proper location).
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ModulePOWERRADIOPASS
6
Plug the power cord/AC adapter into a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet that is not controlled
by an on/off switch.
!CAUTION: Never connect or disconnect
the telephone line cord while the radio
module is plugged into the wall outlet.
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Go to “Installation Self-Test.”
Insert the radio module’s power cord into the
side of the radio module. Insert the other end of
the telephone line cord into the bottom of the radio
module.
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Setting the Power Level Setting the Power LevelSetting the Power Level Setting the Power Level
Setting the Power Level
If you are installing one or more carriers in a strip mall, high-rise office building, or similar
environment, the MDW 9030P Pocketphones may interfere with other wireless products in
use.
n If this is the case, you may need to adjust the range of the carriers to prevent
   overlapping with the other wireless products; follow the instructions in this section.
n If this is not the case, skip this section and go to “Setting the Control/Expansion DIP
   Switch.”
You may adjust the range by setting each carrier’s power DIP switch, located in Slot 2:
Power
DIP Switch
Slot 2
1234
2 1O   N2 1O   N
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Use a nonmetallic, pointed object to set each carrier’s DIP switch according to the
following table.
IMPORTANT:
You 
must set the DIP switch for all of the carriers to the same setting.
O   N
O   N
O   N
O   N
Power DIP Switch Settings
500 to 900 feet
(152 to 274 m)
300 to 500 feet
(91 to 152 m)
150 to 300 feet
(46 to 91 m)
100 to 150 feet
(31 to 46 m) Desired Range (Approximate)
Go to one of the following sections:
n If installing multiple carriers, go to “Setting the Control/Expansion DIP Switch.”
n Otherwise, go to “Installing a Single Carrier on a Shelf or Desk” or “Installing a
   Single Carrier on a Wall.” 
						

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Setting the Control/Expansion DIP Switch Setting the Control/Expansion DIP SwitchSetting the Control/Expansion DIP Switch Setting the Control/Expansion DIP Switch
Setting the Control/Expansion DIP Switch
You must follow the instructions in this section if you are installing multiple carriers. Other-
wise, skip to “Installing a Single Carrier on a Shelf or Desk” or “Installing a Single Carrier on
a Wall.”
If you are installing multiple carriers, you must designate one carrier (the leftmost carrier)
as the control carrier and the remaining carriers as expansion carriers. The control carrier
acts as the “lead” carrier—its transmit and receive patterns control the expansion carriers,
ensuring that all of the linked carriers function as a single system.
You set the control/expansion DIP switch, located in Slot 4, to configure the carrier:
Go to “Installing Multiple Carriers.”
Use a nonmetallic, pointed object to set each carrier’s DIP switch according to the following
table.
IMPORTANT:
Only one carrier (the leftmost carrier) can be the control carrier; the other carriers must be
expansion carriers.
To designate the carrier as a...
Use this setting for the DIP switch...
control carrier (one carrier only)
expansion carrier (one or two
additional carriers)
O   N
O   N
Control/Expansion
DIP Switch
Slot 4
1234
2 1O   N2 1O   N
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Installing a Single Carrier on a Shelf or Desk Installing a Single Carrier on a Shelf or DeskInstalling a Single Carrier on a Shelf or Desk Installing a Single Carrier on a Shelf or Desk
Installing a Single Carrier on a Shelf or Desk
nYou will not receive optimum performance if unit is placed on a desk or low shelf
nInstall as high as possible, leaving 6–12 inches (15.2–30.5 cm) between antennas
and ceiling if on high shelf
nNever install or remove a radio module from a carrier that is plugged into a wall
outlet (hot insertion)
nSee “Key Components” earlier in this chapter for additional picture detail
Perform the tests described in Wireless Test
Mode earlier in this chapter to determine the
optimal placement of the radio module. To perform
the tests, all you need is an electrical outlet for the
radio module and a charged battery pack in the
handset.
1
4Starting from the leftmost slot (#1), insert each
radio module into the carrier by hooking it onto
the radio module mounting rod. Slowly swing the radio
modules card edge into the card edge connector on
the back of the carrier.
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3
Check to make sure the carrier’s power cord is
unplugged from the wall outlet before continuing.
Remove the plastic cap covering each radio
module’s card edge before installing the radio
modules in the carrier.