Motorola Md7161-2 Owners Manual

							
 
  
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For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for  this product is part of the product identifier that has 
the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented  by ## are the REN without a decimal point (e.g., 03 
is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, th e REN is separately shown on the label. 
 
This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJ11C. A  plug and jack used to connect this equipment to 
the premises wiring and telephone  network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and 
requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant tel ephone cord and modular plug is provided with this 
product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible  modular jack that is also compliant. See installation 
instructions for details.  
Connection to Party Line Servic e is subject to state tariffs. Contact  the state public utility commission, public 
service commission, or corporation  commission for information. If this equipment causes harm to the 
telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that the temporary discontinuance of 
services may be required. If advance notice is not  practical, the telephone company will notify the customer 
as soon as possible. Also, you will be ad vised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is 
necessary. 
 
The telephone company may make changes in its facilitie s, equipment, operations, or procedures that could 
affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens,  the telephone company will provide advance notice in 
order for you to make nece ssary modifications to main tain uninterrupted service. 
If trouble is experienced with this equi pment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Motorola, 
Inc. at 1-877-466-8646. If the equipment is causin g harm to the telephone network, the telephone company 
may request that you disc onnect the equipment from the networ k until the problem is solved. 
 
This equipment is hearing aid compatible.   
						

							
 
 
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If your home has specially wired alarm equipment conne cted to the telephone line, ensure the installation of 
the cordless phone does not disable your alarm equipm ent. If you have questions about what will disable 
alarm equipment, cons ult your telephone company or a qualified installer. 
 
CAUTION:  To maintain compliance with the FCC's RF expo sure guidelines place the base unit at least 20 
cm from nearby persons. 
 
For body worn operation, this phone has been test ed and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when 
used with the belt clip supplied or  designated for this product. Use of  other accessories may not ensure 
compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. 
 Industry Canada CS-03 Declaration of Conformity This product meets the applicable I ndustry Canada technical specifications. The Ringer  Equivalence Number 
(REN) is an indication of the maximum number of dev ices allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. 
The termination on an interface may consist of any comb ination of devices subject only to the requirement 
that the sum of the RENs of all  the devices does not exceed five. 
 
If this equipment does  cause harmful interference  to radio or television reception, which can be determined 
by turning the equipment on and off,  the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference with one or 
more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate t he receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio 
or television that is "receiving"  the interference). Reorient or relo cate and increase the separation. 
  
						

							
 
  
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Important Safety Instructions When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be 
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, including the following: 
 
1.  Read and understand  all instructions. 
2.   Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 
3.   Unplug this product from the wall outlet  before cleaning. Do not use liquid or 
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 
4.   Do not use this product near water (for ex ample, near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or 
swimming pool). 
5.   Do not place this product on an unstable surface, such as a table, shelf or stand. 
The product may fall, causing serious damage. 
6.   Slots and openings in the back or bottom of the base unit and handset are 
provided for ventilation. To protect them  from overheating, these openings must 
not be blocked by placing the product on a  soft surface such as a bed, sofa, or rug. 
This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This 
product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided.  
						

							
 
 
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  This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on 
the marking label. If you are not sure of  the type of power supply in your home, 
consult your dealer or local power company. 
8.   Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not install this product where 
the cord may have anyone walking on it. 
9.   Never push objects of any kind into this product through slots in the base or 
handset as they may touch dangerous volta ge points or short out parts that could 
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
10.  Never spill liquid of an y kind on the product. 
11.  To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not  disassemble this product, but take it to 
an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the base or handset 
other than specified access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other 
risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is 
subsequently used. 
12.  Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of 
fire or electric shock. 
 
  
						

							
 
  
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 Unplug this product from the wall outlet  and refer servicing to an authorized 
service facility under t he following conditions: 
•   When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. 
•   If liquid has been spilled onto the product. 
•   If the product has been exposed to rain or water. 
•   If the product does not operate normally by following the operating 
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating 
instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage 
and often requires extensive work by an authorized technician to restore the 
product to normal operation. 
•   If the product has been dropped and the base and/or handset has been 
damaged. 
•   If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 
14.  Avoid using a telephone (other than cordless) during an electrical storm. There is a 
remote risk of electric shock from lightning. 
15.  Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 
16.  Only put the handset of your telephone next to your ear when it is in normal talk 
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Welcome  Congratulations on your purchase of a Motorola MD7161 series telephone. Check the 
contents listing on the product packaging to en sure that your purchase includes each 
of the items listed. 
 
Product registration is an important step to ward enjoying your new Motorola product. 
Registering helps us facilitate  warranty service, and permits us to contact you should 
your Motorola product require an update or  other service. Registration is not required 
for warranty coverage.  
To register your product online, visit: 
http://broadbandregistration.motorola.com 
Product registration is not available in Canada. 
Please retain your original dated sales receipt for your records. For warranty service of 
your Motorola product, you will need to provide a copy of your dated sales receipt to 
confirm warranty status.  
						

							
 
 
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Handset Overview
 
1.   Earpiece 
2.   LCD display 
3.   Select/Menu 
4.   Caller ID/Scroll down 
5.   Headset jack (2.5 mm) 
6.   Phone On/Flash 
7.   Speakerphone 
8.   Temporary tone dialing key 
9.   Redial/Pause 
10.  Mute/Delete 
11.  Microphone 
12.  Intercom  
13.  Change number format  
14.  Phone Off/Cancel 
15.  Volume control 
16.  Phonebook/Scroll up 
 
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Base Unit Overview 1.   Base unit speaker
2.   Handset cradle 
3.   Page  
4.   Charging LED 
5.   In Use LED 
6.   Message display  7.
  Menu options 
8.   Change option 
9.   Time set option  
10.  Mailboxes 
11.  Answering machine control keys 
12.  Volume controls 
Delete  
On/Off  
Record/Memo  
Skip message/Speed 
playback  
Repeat message/Slow 
playback    
						

							
 
 
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Getting Started Battery Safety Instructions •  Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or p uncture the battery. The battery contains 
toxic materials that could be released, re sulting in injury and/or explosion.  
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CAUTION: 
There is a risk of explosion if you r eplace the battery with an incorrect 
battery type. Use only the battery that  came with your phone or an authorized 
replacement recommended by the manufacturer. 
•   Keep batteries out of the reach of children.  
•   Remove batteries if storing over 30 days. 
•   The rechargeable batteries that power this product must be disposed of properly 
and may need to be recycled. Refer to your battery’s label for battery type. Contact 
your local recycling center for proper disposal methods.