Memorex MPH6990 owner manual Introduction, Features

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing this Memorex® cordless telephone.

This phone is designed to exacting standards that provide reliability, long life and outstanding performance.

Note: Some illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

Features

•900 MHz Technology

•3-line Backlit Display

•Integrated Telephone Answering Device (ITAD) (Bilingual Announce Option)

•Voice Prompted Guidance through ITAD Setup Menu

•Face Up/Face Down Charging

•32 Digit Redial

•Page / Find

•Handset Earpiece and Ringer Volume Control

•Caller ID and Call Waiting Caller ID

•30 Number Caller ID Memory

•10 Memory Dial Locations

•Pulse / Tone Dialing

•7 Hour Talk Time / 14 Day Standby Time

•Hearing Aid Compatible

•20 Channel Autoscan

•Bilingual Operation

•Speed Dial

This cordless telephone features include Instant Talk and Auto Disconnect. Instant Talk allows you to answer a call by just removing the handset from the base so you don’t have to waste time pushing buttons. Auto Disconnect allows you to hang up by simply returning the handset to the base.

The Mega Clear true compander circuitry virtually eliminates background noise. This innovative technology provides you with the best possible reception during all your conversations.

To protect you against misbilled calls which might result from your phone being activated by other equipment, this cordless telephone has a digital security system which automatically selects one of approx. 262,000 digital security codes for the handset and base. Also, the Mega Secure feature electronically locks your phone when the handset is on the base.

To get the most from your phone, please read this owner’s manual thoroughly. Also, be sure to complete and mail the product registration form.

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Contents MPH6990 Features IntroductionControl and Functions Table of Contents Important safety instructions Additional battery safety precautions Cordless telephone privacyFCC Wants You To Know Telephone Line ProblemsImportant electrical considerations RangeRadio Interference More Than One Cordless Telephone13 to Read This First10 to 33 toChecking the package contents StepSetting up the base unit Choose the best locationConnect the base unit Surge ProtectorsChoose the dialing mode TipPreparing the battery pack Cleaning the battery contacts Battery use time per chargeWhen the battery charge becomes low Do not use any liquids or solventsDialing from standby Dialing from talk modeMaking Calls RedialingReceiving Calls Instant Talk when ringingAny key when ringing Receiving a callTo locate the handset while it’s off the base Handset Ringer and Earpiece VolumeUsing the Page Feature Memory Storing Storing phone numbers and namesAfter about 2 seconds, Memory Store is displayed Number of times key is pressed Steps for entering names and special charactersIf you make a mistake while entering a name Dialing from standby Memory DialingMaking calls with memory dialing Program name Program number Dialing from talk modeDisplay a Programmed Number Memory Editing Editing a stored name and/or phone numberMemory Erasing Erasing a stored name and phone numberMaking calls with speed dialing Speed Dial FeatureStoring and Editing the Speed Dial Deleting the Speed DialCaller ID Caller ID FeaturesSetting Caller ID options/Language When the telephone rings Long Distance Calls and Area Code Setting/Cancellation Viewing the Caller ID message listDeleting information from the Caller ID list When the pointer is at YesWhen the pointer is at No Deleting a Caller ID messageCalling a party from the Caller ID list Using the Caller ID listStoring Caller ID messages in Memory Using Caller ID with Call Waiting service Answering Machine Turning the Answering System On/OffSetting up Your Answering System Using the Menu ModeSetting the Time Setting the ring time Announce only feature Selecting the message record timeTurning the Message Alert tone Off by pressing any key Setting the Message Alert toneSelecting the Language Setting the base ringer volume Adjusting the speaker volume levelRecording a personal outgoing message Greeting Setting Your Outgoing Message GreetingPreset message Choosing between the two outgoing messagesUsing Your Answering System Playing your messagesRepeating a Message Skipping a messageDeleting a messages Voice memoRemote access away from home Recording a conversationCommand Function Turn on the answering system remotely Additional Information Changing the digital security codeDirect wall plate mounting Mounting the base unit on a wallStandard wall plate mounting Power Failure MaintenanceBattery replacement and handling Ni-CdTroubleshooting Symptom SuggestionFor Parts and ACCESSORIES, Contact FOX INT’L AT Terminal Equipment Radio Equipment Index I, GLimited WARRANTY-CORDLESS Telephones Memo Memo UCZZ01374DZ