Using the Feature Menu

 

 

Alternate in

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Display

Feature

Page

 

 

(as shipped from

 

 

 

 

 

 

factory)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Priority Call

 

 

 

 

 

When enabled, you may use

 

 

 

 

 

1 to place a one button

 

 

 

Priority and

 

19

 

 

 

call to a Priority number

 

 

Call On

 

 

 

 

 

stored in Memory Location 01,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

even when the phone is

 

 

 

 

 

locked.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOX mode

 

 

 

 

 

Conserves battery power by

 

 

 

vox and OFF

 

30

 

 

 

causing phone to transmit only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

while talking.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Extended Talk Time

 

 

 

Extend and

26

 

 

 

 

 

talk On

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reminder Beeps

 

 

 

 

 

When enabled, audible beeps

 

 

 

remind and

 

 

 

 

 

alert user that one or more

30

 

 

msg On

 

messages have been

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

received (available in some

 

 

 

 

 

models).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Language Select

 

 

 

 

 

Allows you to select English,

 

 

 

select and

 

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French, Spanish or

 

 

languag

 

 

 

 

Portuguese text for prompts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

appearing in the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Motorola MicroTAC owner manual Priority Call, VOX mode, Extended Talk Time, Reminder Beeps, Language Select

MicroTAC specifications

The Motorola MicroTAC, introduced in 1989, is an iconic mobile phone that set the stage for the evolution of modern cellular technology. Known for its innovative design, the MicroTAC was one of the first truly portable mobile phones, demonstrating how far telecommunications had come since the bulky models of earlier decades.

One of the standout features of the MicroTAC was its flip design, which allowed the phone to be compact when closed and easy to carry. When opened, the phone revealed a numeric keypad and a small monochrome display, which provided essential functions and caller ID information. This flip mechanism not only contributed to its portability but also protected the keypad and screen from damage when not in use.

The MicroTAC was notable for its lightweight plastic casing, which made it significantly lighter than its contemporaries. Weighing just under 250 grams, it was a remarkable feat of engineering at the time. The phone had a unique “antenna-in-handle” design, which contributed to its sleek appearance while also optimizing signal reception. This innovation was part of Motorola’s effort to make mobile communication accessible and convenient.

In terms of battery life, the MicroTAC featured a rechargeable NiCd battery that provided several hours of talk time. While modern smartphones boast days of battery life, the MicroTAC was considered admirable for its time, allowing users the freedom to communicate on the go without frequent recharges.

The Motorola MicroTAC operated on analog networks, specifically using the Advanced Mobile Phone System (AMPS). This technology allowed for a clearer voice transmission and was crucial in the early days of mobile communication, enabling users to connect in various environments where fixed lines were impractical.

Additionally, the MicroTAC boasted features like call waiting, auto redial, and a phone book capable of storing multiple contacts—a considerable leap forward from earlier mobile devices.

Despite its simplicity compared to modern smartphones, the Motorola MicroTAC laid the groundwork for future mobile technologies and design principles. Its combination of portability, innovative engineering, and user-friendly features solidified Motorola's reputation as a leader in telecommunications. The MicroTAC remains a nostalgic symbol of the early mobile telephony era and a testament to the foundational technologies that paved the way for today's devices.