Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions... viii Welcome... 1 Handset Overview ... 2 Base Unit Overview... 3 MD4260 Display Overview ... 4 Getting Started ... 5 Battery Safety Instructions ... 5 Installing the Battery... 6 Installing the Base Unit ... 7 Installing the Mounting Bracket (optional)...
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Ending a Call ...12 Speakerphone Operation ...13 Adjusting the Volume from a Handset or the Base Unit...13 Redial Function ...13 Mute Function ...14 Locate a Misplaced Handset...14 Customizing Your Handset ...15 Naming Your Handset...15 Changing Your Language Setting ...15 Changing Your Ringer Tone ...16 Changing Your Ringer Volume ...16 Changing the Key Beep Setting ...17 Setting Your Local Area Code ...17...
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Reviewing Caller ID Records ... 22 Storing a Caller ID Entry in the Phonebook ... 22 Dialing from the Caller ID Log... 23 Deleting a Caller ID Record... 23 Deleting All Caller ID Records... 23 Using the VIP Melody Feature ... 24 Using the Answering Machine ...
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 Statement This Motorola phone complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA). On the bottom of this equipment is the label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX.
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If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact Motorola, Inc. at 1-877-466-8646. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone...
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TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION: CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY MOTOROLA FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, USE ONLY NO. 26 AWG OR LARGER UL LISTED OR CSA CERTIFIED TELECOMMUNICATION LINE CORD OR NATIONAL EQUIVALENT.
Important Safety Instructions Read all of the instructions listed here and/or in the user manual before you operate this equipment. Give particular attention to all safety precautions. Retain the instructions for future reference. • This device must be installed and used in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product.
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• Place this equipment in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power cord. • Place the unit to allow for easy access when disconnecting the power cord of the device from the AC wall outlet. •...
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• Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the product’s marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. • Use only the power cord and batteries indicated in this manual. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
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.
Base Unit Overview Handset cradle Charge/Page LED Page button Speaker Volume controls Set minute Set hour Set or check the day Answer machine on/off 10. Record memo 11. Announcement playback/Record 12. Answering machine playback controls 13. In use LED 14. Display window...
MD4260 Display Overview Date the call was received Time the call was received Caller’s phone number Name of caller Order of the call record Indicates a new caller ID record NOTE: Caller ID information is supplied only if you subscribe to the service with your...
Getting Started Battery Safety Instructions • Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture the battery. The battery contains toxic materials that could be released, resulting in injury and/or explosion. • CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion if you replace the battery with an incorrect battery type.
Installing the Battery Remove any stickers or inserts, if present. Remove the battery door by pressing down on the indentation and sliding downward. Plug the battery connector into the receptacle. (Make sure the black wire is on the right.) Insert the battery into the battery compartment.
Installing the Base Unit Select a location for your base unit. Avoid excessive moisture, extremely low temperatures, and dust Avoid microwave ovens Avoid television sets and other electronic equipment Avoid other cordless telephones Avoid personal computers Select a central location Avoid noise locations like windows on streets with heavy traffic Avoid heat sources, such as...
Installing the Mounting Bracket Press the release button on the bottom of your base unit and push forward on the mounting bracket to remove it from the base unit. Turn the mounting bracket upside down. Align the tabs of the mounting bracket with the slots on the bottom of the base unit.
Connecting the Base Unit Connect the phone and power cords to the back of the base unit. Plug the phone cord into a wall jack and the power cord into an electrical outlet. Place the base on a sturdy surface, or mount it to a telephone wall jack.
Charging the Handset Battery A rechargeable battery pack powers your handset. When you place the handset in the base unit, it charges automatically. The initial battery charge time is 10–12 hours. After the initial charge, a maintenance charge of eight hours should be sufficient. Be sure to place the handset in its base when not in use to ensure maximum daily performance.
Basic Operations Handset Indicators Indicator Description Turns on when the microphone is muted Mute ON Turns on when a new call is received and added to the call log LOW BATTERY Handset battery is low and should be charged Turns on when the ringer is muted Base Unit LEDs Description The LED is on when the phone is off-hook or when an...
Making a Call Press TALK on the handset or the v key to use the speakerphone feature. When you hear the dial tone, dial the number. -OR- Enter the phone number, and then press TALK or v. The phone number appears on the display before it is dialed.
Speakerphone Operation Your handset has a built-in speakerphone. This feature allows you to have hands-free conversations. To switch between the speakerphone and the handset, press the v key. Adjusting the Volume from a Handset or the Base Unit While you are on a call, press the VOL the handset to adjust the listening volume to a comfortable level.
Mute Function NOTE: The mute feature is only available during a call. Press MUTE/DELETE. Press MUTE/DELETE again to return to normal two-way conversation. Locate a Misplaced Handset From the base unit, press the PAGE key to locate a misplaced handset. The handset beeps and To end the page, press TALK or v on the handset, or press PAGE on the base unit.
Customizing Your Handset Naming Your Handset Press MENU/SEL. Handset Setup Scroll to and select Handset Name Scroll to and select Use the keypad to enter the new name for your handset (up to 15 characters). Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Changing Your Language Setting Press MENU/SEL.
Changing Your Ringer Tone Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Scroll to and select Use the up and down scroll keys to play samples of each tone. Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. Changing Your Ringer Volume Press the #/PAUSE key for quick access to the ringer volume controls.
Changing the Key Beep Setting Press the MENU/SEL key. Handset Setup Scroll to and select Scroll to and select Set Key Beeps. Press 1 for On or 2 for Off. Press the MENU/SEL key to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. Setting Your Local Area Code Most caller ID information lists the 10-digit calling number.
Changing the Dialing Method Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Scroll to and select Tone Press 1 for Press MENU/SEL to save the setting. Press CANCEL to return to the standby screen. NOTE: When the phone is set for pulse dialing, you may switch to temporary tone dialing during a call by pressing *.
Using the Phonebook Each handset can store up to 50 numbers with names. Each memory location holds up to 20 digits for numbers and 15 characters for the name. Adding a Phonebook Entry Press PBK. Enter a location (01 to 50), or use the scroll keys to find an open location. Enter Name Press PBK.
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Use the table below to enter names and special characters into the phonebook. NOTE: To add a pause in the number, press the #/PAUSE key twice. Buttons Number of Presses space...
Deleting a Phonebook Entry Press PBK. Enter the desired location, or scroll to the desired entry. Delete? Press MUTE/DELETE. Press MUTE/DELETE again to delete the entry, or press CANCEL to exit the menu without deleting the entry. Caller ID/Call Waiting ID Your handset is also capable of displaying caller ID information in conjunction with a call waiting alert signal (Call Waiting/Caller ID).
Reviewing Caller ID Records To review caller ID records, press the up or down scroll keys. When your system stores new caller ID records, NEW appears on the display. After you review all of the new records, NEW disappears from the display. Storing a Caller ID Entry in the Phonebook Use the scroll keys to access the desired caller ID record.
Dialing from the Caller ID Log Use the scroll keys to access the entry you wish to dial. If necessary, press FRMT repeatedly to change the dialing format (1 + area code + number, area code + number, number only, etc.). Press TALK or v to dial the number.
Using the VIP Melody Feature You can assign a distinct ringer tone, or VIP Melody, to ten contacts from the phonebook memory. Press MENU/SEL. Scroll to and select Scroll to and select Use the up and down scroll keys to view the **EMPTY** available, melody and the contact information appear on the display.
Using the Answering Machine Your telephone’s integrated answering system uses audible prompts to provide access to the system’s features and help you set up the device. During the initial power up of your answering machine, the system announces, “Press review to receive set-up instructions.” Setting Up Your Answering Machine When you press the rewind ( ) key, the system announces: Press and hold announcement key to record announcement.
Answering Machine Display Codes WINDOW CODE INDICATES DISPLAYS Clock 0 ~ 59 Number of messages Answer machine Announcement 1 Line access — — Answer Off Memory full DESCRIPTIONS/DIRECTIONS Set the clock A flashing number indicates new messages; a steady number indicates the number of old messages. NOTE: You can store approximately 15 minutes of messages, memos, and announcements (maximum of 59 messages).
Setting the Clock A flashing “CL” in the message window indicates that you must set the correct day and time at the base unit. Press the DAY/CHECK button. The system announces the day, hour, minute, and the time of day (e.g., Monday, 7:42 PM). Press and hold the HOUR button until the system announces the correct hour.
Listen to Messages The display window flashes the number of new messages. If there are no new messages, the total number of old messages appears in the display. The number does not flash. Press the PLAY button to review your messages. Before each message or memo plays, the system announces the day and time it was received.
Using the Room Monitor Feature Before you can use a handset to monitor a room, ensure that the handset’s ROOM MONITOR feature is on. You can enable the feature on one or all of your handsets using the steps below. Enabling the Room Monitor Feature Press MENU/SEL.
Using the Intercom Feature If you have at least two handsets registered to your base unit, you can use the intercom feature. Each handset is named handset was registered to the base unit. Intercom Calls When not on a call, press the INT key on any handset. display.
Warranty Motorola Limited Warranty for Consumer Products, Accessories, and Software Purchased in the United States or Canada What Does this Warranty Cover? Subject to the exclusions contained below, Motorola, Inc. warrants its cordless telephones ("Products"), Motorola- branded or certified accessories sold for use with these Products ("Accessories"), and Motorola software contained on CD-ROMs or other tangible media and sold for use with these Products ("Software") to be free from defects in...
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(c) use of the Products or Accessories for commercial purposes or subjecting the Product or Accessory to abnormal usage or conditions; or (d) other acts which are not the fault of Motorola, are excluded from coverage. Use of Non-Motorola Products and Accessories. Defects or damage that result from the use of Non-Motorola branded or certified Products, Accessories, Software or other peripheral equipment are excluded from coverage.
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You will receive instructions on how to ship the Products, Accessories, or Software, at your expense, to a Motorola Authorized Repair Center. To obtain service, you must include: (a) a copy of your receipt, bill of sale or other comparable proof of purchase;...
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Motorola software such as the exclusive rights to reproduce and distribute copies of the Motorola software. Motorola software may only be copied into, used in, and redistributed with, the Products associated with such Motorola software. No other use, including without limitation disassembly of such Motorola software or exercise of...
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