Motorola Introduces New 5.8 GHz Cordless Phones

Aug. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Motorola today announced the newest additions to its cordless phone portfolio -- the MD600 Series. Motorola's latest line of digital cordless phones, expected to be available this October, offer consumers a combination of dependability, ease-of-use and a stylish design, without the cluttered communication waves experienced today with 49MHz, 900MHz or 2.4MHz phone systems.

Following in the Motorola tradition of advanced communication capabilities, the new 5.8 GHz phone series offers digital cordless technology, providing less interference, clearer sound and improved security while the user talks around the house or out into the yard.

"The 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz spectrum is becoming more crowded with so many new household items running on those frequencies, we wanted to offer our customers a phone with the potential for less interference," said Cortlandt Minnich, Category Manager - Cordless Telephony, Consumer Products Division, Motorola. "This new Motorola cordless phone operates at 5.8 GHz using Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) to separate from other signals. Because this expandable system can support intercom, transfer features and two handsets participating in the same call, at the same time, it's the perfect way to keep busy families connected."

Handset expandability is a key feature for the MD600 Series, which can accommodate up to six handsets from a single base connected to the phone line. Standard Motorola features include; non-slip rubberized grips, a durable housing and a straightforward menu structure to ensure that this high tech phone is still easy to operate.

The MD600 Series features a sleek, new design with a flat, light handset equipped with a unique battery design to give it a comfortable hold; blue LEDs on the handset and base displays; plus a blue-lighted speaker indicating an incoming call or a functioning speaker phone. The MD671 and MD681 models feature a base with keypad, speakerphone, and Caller ID display, with the MD681 model also incorporating an answering machine.

Additional capabilities of the Motorola MD600 Series include room-to-room calling via a built-in intercom, and two handsets can participate on the same call. The VibraCall alert is a quiet, vibrating alert to notify users of an incoming call when a quiet environment is desired, or in loud surroundings. With eight selectable ring tones, 50 private phone book memory locations (plus the option to store Caller ID* entries directly into the phonebook), the series can be personalized to fit every user's need.

The MSRP for the Motorola MD600 Series cordless telephones ranges from $79.99 for an accessory handset to $179.99 for the top of the line MD681, and the series can be purchased at retailers including Circuit City, Target, Office Max and Comp USA. The MD600 Series will also be available directly from Motorola at www.motorola.com/cordless .

Key Features

Motorola cordless phones are built to last and come standard with the following features:

• 5.8 GHz digital frequency band provides users with great range performance and clear audio quality.
• Each handset features speakerphone designed with reflective technology.
• Expandable up to six handsets.
• Battery backup -- designed to accept rechargeable battery pack (sold separately) so the phone continues to operate even during household power failures.
• Nickel cadmium (NiCd) battery pack provides users with up to a 8- hour battery life/a five-day standby life.
• Durable housing with rubberized side grips.
• Quick-touch menus.
• VibraCall Alert.
• Headset Capable.
• Auto channel search before and during call.
• Handset locator feature.
• Backlit name/number caller ID display lets the user know who is calling.* If users also have a caller ID/call waiting option through their local phone service, these phones can display the caller ID information for a second call. **
• Built-in, tapeless digital answering device, featuring three mail boxes, allows for 15 minutes of total message time and notes the time the messages were left. Users can also access messages remotely. (Available on MD681 model).

For more information, please visit www.motorola.com .

*Caller ID requires additional service through your local phone company. Check with your local phone company for availability.

** This feature requires subscription to the Caller ID service from your local telephone company. Caller ID numbers, name and number service is not available in all areas. To operate the Visual Call Waiting ID feature, you must subscribe to Caller ID name/number with Call-Waiting special combination service.

Source: Motorola, Inc.